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Narrative: The Smith family is very active and does
many extra-curricular activities together, especially camping. They have a
close bond together and so they also respect each other’s privacy. The
extension of the house is meant to enable them to hold more activities indoors
and also create a place where they can relax after such an activity.
Idea: The additional structure will try to transform
the site into a campsite. The ocean, which the house focused on in Richard
Meier’s design, represents a campfire, while the structure will represent
the campers.
Hierarchy: Since the Smith family looks forward to
activities, the family room will be the most important for them. Although the
outdoor area will also be important, it will not be used as much during the
winter or bad weather and so year-round activities suit the family more. The
master bedroom is not as important because it is used for a place to sleep and
occasionally relax. The exercise room is the least important because it is a
place where family members can relax by themselves and does not have as much of
a public or social appeal to it. Most activities require a group to
participate. However, the exercise room can be used by a single person and does
not need a group of people to use it.