Explore of Narrative in Initial Drawings

Translation from narrative to drawing is another stage of the project. The parti that I have developed is a circulation based one, which is 'circulation through different spaces with suggestion of atmosphere and quality'. I have taken the segmentation approach to my designated spaces of the building. The initial idea is shown below:


Plan and elevation drawing of initial idea

The building has an entrance that gradually becomes narrower from the outside world, symbolizing the narrow path that is Jesus accounts in one of his parables. The first interior space is a reception hall with some small discussion rooms for women who are as described in the narrative to come and get themselves ready for the Christian ritual. The first part would be a 'Hall of Mirrors' as inspired by the mirror in the painting. It is a place of recognition and contemplation of one's wrongdoings. The second part would be a 'Mercy Bath' in which one would dip herself in water as a symbol of cleansing from one's sins. The interval between the second and third part is a straight and narrow red-coloured wall with scriptures. The third path would be a general hall for talks and meetings. Then, the fourth part is a sleeping quarter with a stair leading upwards to a view terrace. This will be where one would sit and look at Christ the Redeemer Statue. The exit is a simple one from the sleeping quarters.