Aero Grove المركز الثقافي المجتمعي

Press Kit

Unique Properties

Aero Grove is a public cultural center located in a public area in Boston. The design explores how a large structure can humbly integrate into the urban fabric. It aims to create an inviting, active green space while featuring exhibition and immersive experience areas. Its fluid, circular form ensures open access and encourages community use. Incorporating a central courtyard, rooftop paths, and layered facades, the building seamlessly blends into the cityscape and promotes interaction among community members, culture, and technology.

Dimensions & Packaging

GFRC applied on the roof's thickness transfers from 0.5m to 1.7m
Standard glass mullion

Tags

Cultural Center, Public Building, Urban Responsibility, Levitated Roof, Interaction, Humble attitude, Serve community

Production Technology

GFRC
Ultra Clear Laminated Low-E Glass
Travertine Tile
Marble Tile
Pebble pavement

Design Challenge

How to make the open space more active to provide diverse spaces to attract people to enjoy the design.

Research

Observe and interview users of the existing public space to understand how it is currently used. Analyze their activities not only to incorporate them into the design, but also to enhance the environment and introduce a wider variety of spaces.

Inspiration

When a building is introduced to a site, the architect has a responsibility to consider the original function of the space and its significance to users, the community, and the city. Designing in a highly frequented public green space calls for the building to enter the site with a humble presence, preserving as much of the original function as possible while creating new moments of interaction for both people and the urban environment.

Project Duration

Boston, United States
The design phase lasted 4 months. It is a concept design.

Operation Flow

The design with its open green area provides different environments for the community to enjoy the public space: enjoying sunshine, staying under the shade of trees, and resting under the roof.
It provides different heights for people to interact with the city through the rooftop trail.

Image Credits

Image #1: Xinyun Li
Image #2: Xinyun Li
Image #3: Xinyun Li
Image #4: Xinyun Li
Image #5: Xinyun Li