ArchitecturalAnalysisofMuttartConservatory.pptVIP

Architectural Analysis of Muttart Conservatory Name: Bradley C. White Class: ArchE 203 Lab: A HISTORY Building Use (Presently) General Information Architectural Analysis Organizational Layout Circulation Proportion and Scale/Ordering Principles Organizational Layout Circulation The arrangement of Muttart Conservatory is very easy to get from one place to another. Everything can be accessed from the center of the Conservatory. The gift shop, café, restrooms, meeting room, and pavilions are all accessible within the Center Court. Proportion and Scale and Ordering Principles Cont. of Proportion and Scale Ordering Principles Site-Related Aspects, Parking Facilities * The Muttart Conservatory is a horticultural display garden that brings together a collection of plants from a diverse range of climatic conditions. Muttart Conservatory was designed in the early 1970’s by architect Peter Hemmingway. He had visioned to combine the practical requirements for plant height with a striking visual effect. The pyramids officially opened in September 1976 in Edmonton, Alberta Canada, but the ending of construction came when the 3,700 square meter greenhouse complex was completed in 1980. The six support greenhouses are connected to the main conservatory by means of a tunnel. The functions of these greenhouses are to meet the demands for foliage and glowering plant material for the display pyramids. They also supply the gift shop, civic contracts, and the bedding plant requirements for civic parks. The Gladys and Merrill Muttart Foundation donated half of the $2 million construction cost, with the City of Edmonton and the Province of Alberta providing the balance. Through the designing of the four pyramids, they feature a small skylight located over the Centre Court atrium area. Each display pyramid maintains unique environmental conditions to meet the needs of the plants housed within. The Muttart Conservatory was more than just a botanic garden; it hosts