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the crucifix plan creates a deep central chasm within the space

positioning of lights and stain glass windows - artificial lights used more the seating areas,
stained glass positioned in such a way as to highlight the communal centre where possible

the atrium - creates a space of tranquil harmony filled with


light from above, dedicated to communal gatherings

Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
ornamental framing - continually gives the viewer indications of the
depth of each space

hierachies of frame vs plane

Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT - HOME AND STUDIO
prairie style

ornamental lighting creates atrium space


Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
crucifix plan becomes centralised hearth space - emphasised by positioning of ornamental features

continual framing of form gives the space a cavern like depth - anchoring it to the earth, even though none of these spaces are
subterranean

Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
drafting room - hearth space

Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
density of lines further accentuates the idea of a cavernous -ike room

verticals vs. horizontals


Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
framing and hierachy centred around hearth space

continuity within assymmetical and open space

framing generally centralised around the hearth


Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10
verticals vs. horizontals

greater amount horizontal elements yet they are usually the lighter and thinner parts of the the structure

Modernist Ornamental Practices - Hannah Carracher s3197544 Tutor : Brent Allpress 14/04/10

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