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The objective of this thesis is to explore the
potential of retrofitting in a struggling downtown
Greensboro. By turning a former furniture store
into an art gallery and exhibit space shared by 5 of
the 6 universities in Greensboro, a new energy will
be infused into the 300 block of South Elm Street.
By combining Greensboro’s identity as a
flourishing art district a younger foot traffic can be
gained by a university presence.
Objective
Retrofitting
Redevelopment- replacing existing structures and/or
building on existing parking lots generally with a compact, walk able, connected mix of uses and public spaces that
supports a less auto-dependent and more socially
engaged lifestyle.
Re-greening- demolition of existing structures and
revitalization of lands, as either parks, community
gardens, or reconstructed wetlands. Re-greening is
sometimes a phasing strategy for eventual partial
development
Re-inhabitation-the adaptive reuse of
existing structures for more community-
serving purposes, often as “Third Places” for
social interaction.
The city of Greensboro has made great strides in
re-vamping their once crumpling downtown.
Although much has been done to revive downtown,
there are many portions and areas of downtown
Greensboro that suffer from neglected
infrastructure and vacant properties. While some
sections of Greensboro, example West Market St. &
Elm St, are bustling with culture. If you walk about
5 blocks down Elm St. towards Lee St. the scenery
definitely changes as you are surrounded by more
vacancies than occupied buildings and storefronts.
Theory
Site Analysis
Site
Goals for the project: Retrofitting in downtown
Financially stable
Incorporate elements of downtown’s
architectural old style
Changing Function
Materiality
University Presence
Energy/ Vitality/ Culture
Expanded downtown growth down South Elm
Nearby Attractions Natty Green’s Pub
Cultural Arts Museum
Carolina Theater
The Children’s Museum
Triad Stage
358 South Elm St., Greensboro, NC
With a major design emphasis on the inward
expressing itself outward, the idea of retrofitting
will be implemented through re-inhabitation,
redevelopment, and materiality. Materiality will play
a major role in bringing various inward design
elements outward to create a cohesive design that
reflects the culture of downtown Greensboro while
creating an identity of its own among the
surrounding Greensboro buildings.
Design Concept
3 Levels
1st Floor Exhibit Space
2nd -3rd Floors Residential Units with Key
Card Access Entry
6 Studio Style Apartments
Residential Rental Storage Units 2nd Floor
Laundry Room 3rd Floor
Rooftop Terrace
2 Balcony Views
358 South Elm Street
Building Elevations
Building Sections
First Floor- Exhibit Space
First Floor- Exhibit Space
Halo 102 Span E7QT4 Iris
Downlight
Corelite Loft
Micro Frosted Lens
Soft Cone CSN Euroface Cascading
Bubble Chandelier
First Floor- Exhibit Space
First Floor- Exhibit Space
First Floor- Exhibit Space
First Floor- Exhibit Space
First Floor Residence Entry
Second Floor Residential
E7QDownlight
T4 Iris
Third Floor Corridor
Third Floor Residence Units
E5QT4 Iris
Downlight
MBLT Bullet Halo
Third Floor Residence
Third Floor Residence
Third Floor Residence
Third Floor Residence
Rooftop Floor
Bar Detail
Display Detail
Wood
Chrome Metal Bar
Cork Board
Self Sustaining Hues
Infusing Vibrant Union
Capturing Culture
Haiku