permeable axes

This project follows an idea of creating permeable axes. We pulled the project away from the property lines to open up the “alleys” that provide outdoor gathering, marketing, and resting space for the public. This idea stems from the alleys commonly seen in the Mission District where pedestrians can just flow in from the main road and be surrounded by murals and local shops.

The project consists of two parts, two L-shapes that frame a courtyard in the middle. The one on the alleyway side has programs dedicated to the general public, including outdoor markets, a cafe, a community room, and a gallery. The one on the street side has an auditorium that can be accessed from the ground floor. The upper levels house other programs such as studios, exhibition spaces, and cafes.