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ARE 2600 • Architectural Design II Univ. of Wyoming • Prof. Denzer • Spring 2021 Final Projects: Independence Rock Visitors’ Center ARE 2600 generally focuses on learning about building materials and construction methods as well as architectural design for a small public building. The overarching objective of this course is to learn ‘how buildings are designed’ in a coordinated manner with ‘how buildings are built’. This semester students completed several modeling exercises before designing a Visitors’ Center for Independence Rock in multiple iterations, using steel, timber, and concrete structures, as well as envelope design.

Independence Rock Visitor’s Center ARE 2600 |Spring 2021 | Prof. Denzer Hussain Alsayegh Steel Structure DP3 Concrete Structure DP5 Timber Structure DP4 Niobrara River Valley Preserve Visitor Center BVH Team Architects : Mark Bacon, AIA. Paul Jeffrey, AIA. Zach Solfin Ground Floor Plan Structure Framing Plan Second Floor Plan The independence rock exhibi- Roof Structure Framing Plan Exterior Views tion is a part of the nature’s rep- Interior Views resentation. The concrete framed 1 1/2” Brick Section Facing South structure of this exhibition sug- 1/2” Air Infiltration Barrier gests a reflection of the rock’s 2” Exterior Insulation texture but not it’s material. This 3” Concrete Masonry exhibition takes a place within 1” GFR—Gypsum the 220 HWY and 54 miles southwest of Casper, WY. The Wall Callout Section whole concept of this exhibition is to make visitor have a new ex- perience whether enjoying the view of the rock from the park- ing lot or from the building’s pa- tio. East Elevation North Elevation South Elevation West Elevation DP2 Sketch Section Facing West

Independence Rock Floor Plans N Structural Plans Sections Visitor’s Center Wall R– Value: 32.92 Brooklyn Fields Ceiling R—Value: 26.24 SP 2021, ARE 2600 , Prof. Denzer This visitor’s center is 54 miles southwest of Casper, WY. North Elevations The timber structure is celebrated inside and out in honor of the western culture of Wyoming. The visitor’s center has South West an amazing restaurant in which guests can enjoy the East serenity of the prairie while eating a delicious meal. The Exterior Renderings center is conveniently located off the highway so tourists can stop by on their road trips. Inspiration Brooklyn Botanic Visitor’s Center Architect: Weiss/Manifredi Previous Projects Precedent Sketch Steel Timber Concrete

Independence Rock Visitors’ Center Lower Floor Plan Upper Floor Plan 1st Floor Structural Plan 2nd Floor Structural Plan Matthew Frick ARE 2600 — Spring 2021 Prof. Denzer 3rd Floor Structural Plan The Independence Rock Visitors’ Center is located 54 miles southwest of Cas- Steel Design Precedent Image/ Description per, off of Highway 220. Known as a prominent and well-known landmark , In- Timber Design dependence Rock was the destination for pioneers traveling along the Oregon Baisha Wan Beach and Trail/ Mormon Trail in the 1830’s. The destination once attracted settlers, but Visitor Centre now brings out many tourists to Central Wyoming. The increase in traffic ampli- fies the need for a new rest area/ visitors center that provides guests with an Architect: Wang Weijen optimal area to enjoy the historic landmark. Serving as a rest area, café, and in- formational center, the structure compliments its surroundings by blending in with the granite stone of Independence Rock. North Elevation East Elevation Interior Rendering South Elevation Concrete Design West Elevation Sections Exterior Rendering I 3D Clad, Grey– 3’’ 2D Exterior Rendering II Granite—3’’ Air– 2’’ Wall Air Infiltration Barrier—0’’ Polyisocyanurate– 3 1/2’’ C.M.U- 7 1/2’’ Gypsum Wall Board– 1/2’’ R-Value: 38 (h8*ft^2*F)/BTU

Inspiration INDEPENDENCE ROCK STRUCTURAL FRAMING VISITOR'S CENTER Anne of Green Gables Visitors Centre Root Architecture Located in central Wyoming, Independence Rock stands firm in the middle of the Oregon trail. Once used as landmark for travelers who were passing through, it is now a popular spot for visitors. Preliminary Sketches Inspired by modern barn architecture, the Independence Rock Visitor's Center is designed to welcome people from all over the world. LEVEL 1 PROCESS Steel Structure INTERIOR RENDERING 3D SECTIONS Level 1 sq. ft: : 2,508 LEVEL 2 WALL SECTION Timber Structure Concrete Structure Level 2 sq. ft: : 1,424 ELEVATIONS E SW Tatum Hayes N ARE 2600 Spring 2021 Professor Denzer

Independence Rock Visitor’s ARCHITECURAL FLOOR PLANS: Center Hannah Hladik, ARE 2600, Prof. Denzer This building was designed with the purpose of being a visitor’s center located near Independence Rock near Alcove, WY. This historical site acted as a land- mark for pioneers traveling West; most groups needed to make it to this point by July 4th in order to make it to their final destination prior to winter. The site is lo- cated directly off a main roadway and is surrounded by primarily sagebrush and rocky surfaces. The building needed to be large enough to act as a signa- ture building that housed restrooms, private offices, a rest area, and an exhibi- tion space. Precedent Image: DESIGN PROJECTS: Section Views: Exterior Render: Pikes Peak Summit House DP2 Interior Perspective: Architects and Structural Engineers: BVH Architec- ture (Mark Bacon, Paul Jeffrey, Zach Soflin) Concept Sketches: DP3 DP4 Wall Callout: Structural Plan: Elevations (N, S, E, W):

Independence Rock Visitor Center WEST ARE 2600 | Spring 2021| Prof. Denzer NORTH STRUCTURAL PLAN Olivia Lamb EAST West/East Section SOUTH The Independence Rock Visitor ACHITECTURAL PLAN North/South Section Center located in Alcova, Wyo- Wall/Roof Section ming, sits at the base of the his- Inspiration/Sketch torical landmark Independence Semester Projects Rock. The unique steel structure and curtain wall of windows give Steel Design visitors the ability to experience the beauty of the landmark while still being able to explore the ex- hibition area indie of the build- ing. While the form of the build- ing takes a modern approach, the dark brown wood siding and stone accents connect the build- ing back to the Wyoming rustic nature that surrounds the build- ing. Timber Design Concrete Design

Precedent images Final Design by Benito Madrid Cummins Falls Visitor Center ARE 2600, Spring 2021, Prof. Denzer Architect: Cogent Studios Welcome to Independence Rock! This site is Section Views approximately 54 miles southwest of Casper, Wyoming.. The concept is open view on the second floor to accentuate the view of the rock. This first floor has wide windows shown to the parking lot for the exhibition space to pull in tourists and visitors. The rustic colors of the building are meant to compliment the nat- ural landscape. Elevation Views First floor plan Structural Plan West Elevation South Elevation North Elevation Second Floor Plan Structural Plan East Elevation East– West View Wall cut-out North– South View 3D View 1 3D View 2 Interior View

INDEPENDENCE ROCK VISITOR CENTER Inspiration/Sketches Semester Projects Samantha Olsen/ ARE 3600/ Spring 2020/Prof. Denzer Independence Rock visitors center allows visitors VanDusen Botanical Gardens to enjoy an education of westward expansion as Architect: Perkins+Will well as a view of independence Rock. The visitor Location: Vancouver Canada center is a steel building with many lookout points that view the rock as well as the surround- ing area. This Center shows its steel features in the open curved roof as well as having some of the steel show through in the building as well. The curved roof is to represent the curves in the rock so that the building does not standout with the surroundings. Section EN WS 1st Floor Plan 2nd Floor Plan 2nd Floor Structural Plan 3rd Floor Structural Plan

Ski Range Visitor Center Amrey Plemel Section Views ARE 2600 Level 2 This project was inspired by beautiful, green mountain ranges. The building has a Spring 2021 curtain wall so visitors can have a lovely view of the mountain ranges while getting Prof. Denzer all the information and souvenirs they need. The walls are sage green to mock its surroundings and to blend in to the scenery. It is the perfect place to start your next adventure for a fun, safe trip to the mountains! Process Level 1 Structural Framing Plan Floor Plan Level 2 Exterior View Exterior View 2 Interior View Floor Plan Level 1 Section Views: West, North, East, South

Independence Rock Visitors Center Upper Lower Inspiration Image floor floor Dakota Poteet ARE 2600 Spring 2021 Prof. Denzer R 23 Wall R53 Roof Independence rock is located in Natrona County Wyoming, standing at 100ft tall and over Interior Render 1900ft long it was a beacon for early emigrants traveling west in the mid-1800s. At just under 6000sqft, this visitor center has open flowing spaces from the interior exhibition hall to the Sketch second level kitchen and outdoor dining area. This structure incorporates concrete, timber, steel, rock and glass to form a sleek, modern and proudly useable space. Upper Arch Plan Sections Steel Design Timber Design Lower Arch Plan Concrete Design NS EW

Independence Rock N 3D Sections Inspiration/ Sketches Exterior Views Visitor Center Cassidee Raffa The Independence Rock Historic Site is Northeast ARE 2600 of Laramie, WY. The rock spreads across 27 acres Spring 2021 and sits next to the Sweetwater River. This concrete Prof. Denzer building has many windows that face the Rock so visitors can have a view of it at all times. The visitor center features covered wagons and exhibits about the site along with plenty of seating areas to sit, snack, and enjoy the scenery. Floor Plans Total Sq Footage: 5,530 Interior View Structural Floor Plans Elevations South East West North Semester Projects

Independence Rock Visitor Center Sketch 1 Sketch 2 Sketch 3 Fishing Bridge Visitor Center This building is located at Independence Rock just outside of Casper Wyoming and is meant to be a visitor center with a large exhibition space along with a café and seating. It is a This model was inspired by the timber structure with a very rustic and western look that gives it a “log cabin” feel with pine fishing bridge VC designed by and river rock exterior. This building includes everything necessary to entertain and Herbert Maier in Yellowstone NP support travelers while they are gazing over independence rock towards the East. This 5300 sf visitor center will be a pivotal mark and must stop place for tourists traveling through Interior Wyoming and anywhere Out West. Floor Plan– Level 1 Structural Framing MP3 MP4 Steel Structure Timber Structure West South MP5 Concrete Structure Section 1 Structural Truss Plan Section 2 Wall Floor Plan– Level 2 Section R-21.3 Josh Rieck ARE 2600 Spring 2021 Prof. Denzer

Sean Ruehl Sections Elevations ARE 2600 N Spring 2021 Structural Plans Spring Semester Projects S Professor Denzer E 1 W Architectural Plans 1 2 Concept Sketch 2 Inspirations

Independence Rock Visitor’s Center Precedent Study ARE 2600 ● Spring 2021 ● Prof. Denzer Project Name: Pikes Peak Summit House Location: Cascade, CO Ian Santos Design Architect: GWWO Architects Managing Firm: RTA Architects The Independence Rock Visitor’s Center is located west of Structural Engineer: HCDA Engineering Inc. Casper, WY. There is a path along the entire perimeter of Independence Rock for those who intend on spending more Elevations time at the historic site. However, the site lacks a main Building in which visitors should gravitate towards. The Visitor’s center serves this purpose. Floor Plan North East South West Semester Projects Section Views Structural Framing Plans Wall Section Callout: Total R-Value: R-43 Ceiling Total R- Value: R-30

Home Ranch Welcome Center, Carne Logan Burk Architects, KL&A inc. Golden Co. Inspiration and Concept Sketches Exterior view 1 Level 1 Level 1 Interior View Section Views Previous Projects Exterior view 2 Level 2 Level 2 N Independence Rock Ceiling (R-30) Visitor Center Structural Framing Plans Architectural Floor Plans 1. Asphalt Singles (2”) Andrea Gabriela Sas 2. Air (1/2”) 3. Spray Foam (3 1/2”) ARE 2600~Spring 2021~Dr. Denzer 4. Plywood (3 1/2”) Independence Rock is a historic site located in Alcova WY. It Wall (R– 15.30) was the most-noted landmark of the wagon trails west of Fort Laramie because if the settlers reached it by July 4 that 5. Gypsum (1/2”) meant that they are half way on there journey, and they 6. CMU (8”) wouldn’t get snowed in. It got its name on July 4 1830, when 7. Spray Foam (2 1/3”) fur trappers celebrated independence day there. It is also 8. Air (1/2”) known as Inscription Rock because the visitors traveling by 9. Brick (3 5/8”) would carve their names in the big granite rock. Today fami- 10. Walnut (1/2”) lies travel there to see this historic land mark and create memories. All Beams are W 8X31 1234 5 6 7 8 9 10 North South East West Wall Section

Independence Rock Visitor Semester Projects Center ARE 2600– Spring 2021 Prof. Denzer Jonathon Scott Independence Rock Visitor Center is located at the histori- cal site in Central Wyoming. The rock is known for being a landmark during the Oregon Trial for pioneers to travel to before winter started. Independence Rock is 27 acres next to the Sweetwater River. The rock is 700 feet wide and 1,900 feet long. Its highest point is 136 feet. Elevations 3D Section Views North West South East Floor Plans Wall Section Inspiration / Research Interior View RM Design VMDO Structural Plans

3D Perspective Independence Rock Visitor Center Exterior Wall By: Travis Wicks ARE-2600, Spring 2021, Prof. Denzer. 3D Interior Project Info: Independence Rock is a national monument symbol- Precedent Image izing a checkpoint for travelers along the Oregon Trail. Located along Concrete Wyoming highway 220, the monument is in need for a visitor center. This design takes inspiration from the Hoi Ha Wan visitor Center in Hoi Ha Wan Visitor Center, Hong Kong. Hong Kong by bringing the landscape in through large windows facing Architect: Thomas Wan Independence Rock. The Independence Rock Visitor Center will serve as a museum/rest stop for visitors to explore and learn more about the Concept Sketches Floorplan Level 1 Floorplan Level 2 Previous Projects: Structural Framing Plan Steel Timber 3D Ariel Section 2 Section 1 North South East West



I NDEPENDENCE ROCK VISITOR CENTER Independence Rock is a Semester Projects: famous landmark located on Bree Zipperian | ARE 2600 | Professor Denzer | Spring 2021 Hwy 220, outside of Casper, Floorplans: Wyoming. The rock is one of the most famous landmarks on the Oregon Trail, and was a popular rest place for the travelers. The visitor center was designed in such a way Inspiration and Process: Mottisfont Visitor Centre as to visually intrigue visitors, but not to draw the attention Burd Haward Architects from the rock itself. The design creates an environment where visitor’s can learn more about the rock’s history, while still fully appreciating it’s beauty. Sections: Wall Section: Main level: 4,500 ft2 Mezzanine: 1,050 ft2 N S t r u c t u r a l p l a n s : All beams 4x12 Glulam North to South facing East East to West facing South Exhibition Building Vestibule Elevations: East West South North

Connor Zydek / ARE 2600 / Spring 2021 / Dr. Denzer Concept Sketch (DP 2) Steel Structure (DP 3) Independence Rock, an important landmark on the Oregon Trail, Timber Structure (DP 4) symbolizes the pioneering spirit of the American West’s early Concrete Structure (DP 5) settlers and embodies many of Wyoming’s values through this. To appropriately recognize this spirit and the historical nature of this location, the visitor center built here needed to become a signature building without overshadowing the site itself. To accomplish this, a simple yet elegant geometry was used. The space was driven by function. The locally-sourced limestone masonry at the base of all the exterior walls represents the strong foundation created by the early settlers of the American West. The vertical aluminum cladding stretching up towards the sky, along with the steel structure enclosed within the building envelope, represents all the growth and progress made in the West since then. This visitor center seamlessly connects the past to the present, so that the pioneering spirit remains alive and well in the Nation’s youth. Precedent Image: Zion National Park Visitor Center (Cecil Doty & Cannon and Mullen, 1960) 1 LEVEL 2 Section 1 North Elevation South Elevation LEVEL 1 Wall Section 2 1 West Elevation LEVEL 2 ROOF 2 Structural Framing Plans Architectural Plans Section 2 East Elevation (TOTAL SQ FT = 5150 SF)