Spatial Planning and Concept for Falls Residence

The falls residence is a 75m square cabin for Rem Koolhaas and his partner. The cabin must contain spaces for:

• Living
• Dining
• Preparing food
• Working
• Reflecting
• Sleeping
• Ablution

To figure the best design for Koolhaas, diagrams and spatial analysis has been made.

Matrix Diagram : Full circle - very close

Open circle - general vicinity

Cross - not close

This matrix diagram shows the strengths of the lengths between the different spaces that are needed in the design of the Fall Residence. This diagram shows that the Reflecting space and the working space have similar attributes that allows them to be placed next to each other. It also shows that the food preparation and the dining area work together. Finally it shows that the sleeping and ablution area are best placed together. While the living area is the hub and connecting space in the cabin. Using this data a basic layout for the cabin can be achieved.

Spatial Layout and organisation Diagram - used

Spatial Analysis Diagram - not used

Another item that is important when considering concepts and layout of space, especially in the Australian climate is sun and climate control. In the southern hemisphere an ideal house will face north in order to maximise sun shine inside the house during the winter months, while minimal sun in the summer. Another way to combat this is with eaves over hanging windows and openings.

Sun diagram

These spatial diagrams help to design the spatial layout and planning for the cabin.