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Tronchetto B - Master Plan
- Joseph Falcone & Colin White
With the impending climate threats overhead, Tronchetto B is a built environment that is resiliently designed in order to actively remain future-proof. The programmatic elements were carefully selected in order to best fit the needs of Venice, more specifically the population and economic side of the city. Starting from the south end of Tronchetto B a concert hall is placed, which then flows into areas of residential spaces that line the entire west side of Tronchetto B, while the right side is occupied by commercial spaces and offices, which are then met by the series of closed, semi-open, and open-air markets. The roof systems that cover the concert hall and market spaces are layered with solar panels to promote the use of green energy along the island while being surrounded by public green spaces. The green energy also works cohesively with the autonomous bus line that will run and function as smart means of transportation from each end of the island. The open-air market spaces are also angled to promote proper air ventilation. Between each island, the implantation of green canals is being used for dual purposes. One purpose is that these canals are set districts within Port II as well as acting as retention ponds when necessary in the cases that flooding does occur.
Concert Hall
- Colin White
The following project focuses primarily on views. The building sits on a redeveloped port overlooking the Venetian water. The project consists of two chambers, one angled toward the Venetian City Center, while the second chamber is angled directly at the mountains. The wavy glass facade is inspired by Venetian water, while also connecting to simple musical theory rules such as repetition and melody.
Market Space
- Joseph Falcone
At the entrance of Tronchetto B, a series of market spaces stand. A closed, semi-open, open and covered boat dock are linearly arranged to promote continuity throughout the site. These resiliently designed forms use the environment to their advantage. Understanding the sun exposure, and prevailing winds, the roofs were angled to embrace those conditions with angled roofs that promote passive cooling and absorb green energy with the solar panel layered roofs. The market spaces also stand versatile in circumstances of flooding especially the closed market space due to the ability to remain completely closed and even open if needed to combat storm surges or flooding