Research and exploration on DNA and evolutionary traits of three aquatic species was the first step to designing Institute of Aquatic Genetic Modification.
All of the species shared some similar traits, such as feeding pattern, skeletal formation, ability to move and hide in plain site with its environment. Extracting the primary traits of aquatic species allowed for individual analysis of the body parts.
Models of each one of the traits was made adjustable, allowing traits to be mixed among three different species.
The circulation of the program called to be open and free for visitors and private users.
The circulation of the program called to be open and free for visitors and private users. Even though the site is situated in a very public area, the program called for more private research labs. To allow for both types of users to share the space, the architecture couldn’t remain static.
The investigation of the building interior components was derived from a study on how aquatic species function. Inspired by the movement of cuttlefish and how people can mimic this in circulation, the main entrances were designed to be just as sinuous.
The curved spaces, both vertically and horizontally, called for a careful placement of program to reveal or preserve spaces to the public and private crowds.
