In a schematic sense, I tried to look at this first floor as an open space with ample opportunity, only setting limits such as walls that needed to remain, and saving all the columns. I decided on a floor pattern that embraced the columns rhythm, ultimately (as you will see in my first floor plan for the next phase of the project) conveying this through the walls instead of a floor pattern. My goal at first with this first floor was to not hide the fact that there was so much open space, but let that be the first thing people notice when walking in. In the next phase, after finally putting in furniture, materials, walls, and doorways, I embraced the challenge and tried to make a flowing floor plan with high and low walls instead.
It is a simple space by its rectangular shape, but looks can be deceiving. The columns create a grid whether you want it or not. This has made it especially challenging for me to create smaller hallways and corridors. All of my hallways are somewhat large, but I am trying to look at it in a celebratory way and downsize them somehow in a way that makes sense.
No one said it would be easy!
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