Hierarchy

"The principle of hierarchy implies that in most architectural compositions, real differences exist among their forms and spaces. These differences reflect the degree of importance of these forms and spaces, and the functional, formal and symbolic roles they play in their organization. The values expressed may be individual or collective, personal or cultural. The manner in which these functional or symbolic differences among a building's elements are revealed is critical to the establishment of a visible, hierarchical order among its forms and spaces."

Program:

A portrait painter has commissioned you to design a small residence for a family of three along with a detached studio. The house will be located a on corner lot in a new and architecturally undefined neighborhood. The family also requires a detached garage. The Owner specifically request that the three major elements, house, garage and studio be architecturally related.

1. HOUSE:

A. Foyer, 40 S.F.
B. Living Room, 300 S.F.
C. Dining Room, 140 S.F.
D. Kitchen with eat-in-bar, 120 S.F.
E. Master Bedroom, 150 S.F. + Master Bath
F. Child's Bedroom, 100 S.F.
G. Guest Bedroom / loft, 100 S.F.
H. Bath, 40 S.F.
I. Lavatory, 25 S.F.

J. Closets as needed

K. Other functions if needed

2. GARAGE, 220 S.F.

3. STUDIO, 300 S.F.

A. Possible Foyer, 40 S.F.
B. Lavatory, 25 S.F.

C. Closets/storage as needed.