Broadway PlazaSchematic Lighting Design

Diane EmertThe Pennsylvania State UniversityArchitectural EngineeringLighting/Electrical Option

January 2004Faculty Advisor: Dr. Richard Mistrick

Name: Broadway PlazaLocation: Rochester, MinnesotaSetting: DowntownOwner: Royal Management & Development Inc. Building Size: 324,303 Sq. Ft. – 29 StoriesOccupancy or Function Types:

Primary Occupancy: Apartment Building Mixed Occupancy: Business/Retail (Floors 1-3)

General Information

• Patients visiting the nearby Mayo Clinic • Business travelers working in Rochester

Target Cliental:

1. Luxurious Living at an Affordable Price2. Home Away From Home

Broadway Plaza’s Goals

“Peace - that was the other name for home.” ~ Kathleen Norris

Highlight high-end finishes Highlight architectural elements Emphasize building stature

Cure common dilemma of cliental

STRESS Warm and inviting “home” appeal A relaxing diversion

1. Luxurious Living at an Affordable Price

2. Home Away From Home

Meeting Broadway Plaza’s Goals

Exterior Façade Apartment Lobby Skyway Function Room Pool

Evaluation Spaces

Exterior Facade

Key Features: Concrete and aqua glass Curved metal roof Skybridge to Mayo Clinic Glass canopy entrance

Design Goals: Prominent architectural beacon Emphasize key marketing features Eliminate light trespass and direct glare Provide appropriate light levels

Entrances (Egress/Way-finding)~ 5 fc Sidewalk (Security/Safety)~ 3 fc

Exterior Facade Design

Emphasize verticalityand strength of structure

* Avoid spill light intoresidential windows

Schematic Solution

Wash of curved façade createsa beacon

* Predominant portion visible from the ground

Highlight contouring curvature

Wash louvers and pole structure

Schematic Solution

Decorative and Vertical Emphasis

Add additional canopy entranceilluminance with wash of ground

Market “warmth” ofskybridge

Schematic Solution

Enticing artistic beacon Promotes strength Emphasizes key marketing features Warm home atmosphere No light trespass or direct glare

Benefits of Design Solution

Location: 1st Floor

Function: Main entrance Initial focal point Casual waiting tasks

Apartment Lobby

Key Features: Surface Materials:

Walls: Brown/ Beige Wall covering

Ceiling: Paint/ Cherry Wood Corridors

Floor: Honed Stone/ Carpet Revolving door Lounge area Reception area Corridors to elevators Curved depression in wall Glass perimeter

Apartment Lobby

Design Goals: Warm, inviting, and attractive ambience Create a focal point and subpoints Emphasize way-finding Avoid reflected glare System control

Lobby Design

Section Along Rear of Lobby

Section Along Front of Lobby

Schematic Solution

Wall washfor way-finding

Subpoint of interest Focal Centerpiece:“Changing” Fireplace

Indirect light

Schematic Solution

Subpoint of interest

Perimeter lighting& way-finding

Home-likeSoft relaxing glow

Pendant denotes reception

Schematic Solution

“Changing” Fireplace

Light Wall Detail

Example of WallAppearance

Schematic Solution

Warmth of home Intrigue through points of interest Low ambient light = relaxing ambience Way-finding to elevator System control

Benefits of Design Solution

Location: South Perimeter of 2nd Floor

Function: Warm and safe passage Storefront façade Large circulation space

Skyway

Key Features: Surface Materials:

Walls: Beige/ Tan Wall covering

Ceiling: Paint/ Acoustical Ceiling Tile

Floor: Unpolished Stone Skybridge from Mayo Clinic Stair and elevator Retail display cases Future retailers Glass perimeter

Skyway

Design Goals: Safe and welcoming passage Market as a “home” for future retailers Way-finding Tie design to lobby below

Skyway Design

Indirect cove with illuminated glass center

Washed for way-finding

Warm huesto match lobbybelow

Schematic Solution

Series of indirect coves Washed for way-finding

Point fixtures withindisplay case

Sconce forway-finding

Schematic Solution

Retail Display DetailCove Detail

Schematic Solution

Inviting to retailers and shoppers Guides and relaxes Tunneling effect avoided Ties with lobby below Sparkle and adjustment in display case

Benefits of Design Solution

Location: South Perimeter of 3rd Floor

Function: Social gatherings Small public events

Function Room

Key Features:

Surface Materials:

Walls/Ceiling: Paint

Ceiling Depressions: Paint

Floor: Carpet

Bar access Two primary entrances Decorative ceiling depressions South-facing windows

Function Room

Design Goals: Comfortable and relaxed “family room” atmosphere Lead visitors around space Expand spatial perception Stimulate Incorporate control

Function Room Design

Direct light from decorative downlights

Low voltage decorative wall wash

Prominent wallevenly washed

Schematic Solution

“Picture frame”sconces

Farthest walls left unlit

Track fixtureshighlight bar access

Schematic Solution

Warmth of home Relaxed atmosphere created (Flynn Modes) Increased spatial perception Stimulation through patterns Hierarchy of light

Benefits of Design Solution

Location: Northeast Corner of 3rd Floor

Function: Private Pool and Spa Area for Residents

Pool

Key Features: Lap Pool Jacuzzi Wading Pool 3 North Facing Splayed Skylights 3 Depressed Ceiling Sections

Surface Materials:Walls: Porcelain Tiles

Ceiling: Paint

Ceiling Depressions: Paint

Wall Accent: Porcelain Tiles

Pool

Design Goals: Relaxed and private atmosphere User controlled moods Simple maintenance Eliminate safety hazards Provide appropriate light levels and uniformity

Coefficient of Variation

(CV, weighted average of relevant illuminance values) ~ 0.3 or less Max. to Min. Illuminance (UG) ~ 4:1 or less for 3’ above pool

Pool Design

Section

Section

In-Pool Lighting Example

Schematic Solution

Fiber opticin poolGeneral Uplighting

Decorative Sconces

General downlighting

In-pool lighting by LED fixtures

Examples of in-pool lightingon walls and ceiling

Schematic Solution

Privacy and serenity through reflections Safety Control for various moods Accessible and easy maintenance

Benefits of Design Solution

Highlight high-end finishes

Highlight architectural elements

Emphasize building stature

1. Luxurious Living at an Affordable Price

Does the Lighting Meet the Goals?

Warm and inviting “home” atmosphere

Relaxing

Diversion through focal interest

2. Home Away From Home

Does the Lighting Meet the Goals?

Thank You. Questions?