03 · Academic · Studio

The Gathering

The Haudenosaunee Learning Centre reimagines the traditional longhouse as a curved, fluid structure rooted in community, adaptability, and sustainability.
Category
Academic · Studio
Location
Upstate New York
Year
Sep – Dec 2024
Role
Design 50% · Diagrams 80% · Construction details 60% · Budget 50%
Advisor
Anna Dietzsch
TimberCommunityCultural heritageBuilding as bridge

Situated in Upstate New York, the centre serves as a bridge that spans a creek and links existing red barns across the site. The central gathering space, expanded through the curved geometry, acts as the communal heart for learning, dialogue, and cultural exchange.

Overview

Crafted primarily from timber, the centre harmonizes with the landscape while honoring Haudenosaunee traditions, embodying the interplay of cultural heritage, environmental responsibility, and innovative design.

Elevation render of the curved timber learning centre.
Elevation render of the curved timber learning centre.
Plan, sections, and the 'building as a bridge' concept.
Plan, sections, and the 'building as a bridge' concept.
Construction stages, structural details, and budget.
Construction stages, structural details, and budget.