Historic Architecture Model #1
Paper, wood clue, ink, wood
11'' x 12'' x 7''
Detail
Detail
Casa Monica
November 10, 2024
The hotel was opened in 1888 by Franklin W. Smith. The main material that was used was poured concrete. Smith had some financial problems and sold the hotel to Henry Flagler.
Trinity Parish
November 10, 2024
The Trinity Parish was founded in 1821. Three stain glass windows were added just before the Civil War. This church experience very slow growth due to the war, but funds were raised to keep it going. By the 20th century the population increased which increased the number of people attending this church.
I combined both buildings by using the structural model of the Casa Monica with intricate details from the Trinity. The Casa Monica was made from concrete so I wanted to keep the smooth/slick design. I also incorporated use of both curved and rectangle windows and arches. I also loved the use of balconies by Smith and decided to incorporate that into mine. I liked the details of the trinity church. They used gates and plants in their design, so I put that into mine as well. The trinity was a hidden gem for some time due to the War, so I wanted to make a hidden element in mine, being the piano. I stuck to black and white to give it a simplistic but formal look.
Historic Architecture Model #2
Paper, balsa wood, wood, ink, wood glue
12'' x 12.5'' x 6.5''
detail
detail
Casa Monica
November 10, 2024
From 1888 to 1902 this hotel would host parties, balls, fairs, and charity functions. At one time there was a bridge connecting this hotel with the Alcazar hotel that was later removed. This hotel went through many renovations, but the main design stayed the same.
Cathedral Basilica
November 10, 2024
This is the nations first Catholic Church. It was made based of Spanish Renaissance Architecture. The church experienced a fire and was rebuild in 1888 to include a bell tower. There is usage of beautiful stain glass, custom built pipe organ, and gold leaf linen statues.
I incorporated both buildings into my second design by using the structure of the Cathedral with detail from the Casa Monica. I wanted to incorporate the bell tower with the clock to my design, and I made that the center focus as that element came later on by Henry Flagler due to the fire. I also incorporated a bridge to show how the Casa Monica had a bridge at one time connecting it to the Alcazar. I wanted it to have a family friendly look as families come together to hotels and churches, so I made a little court yard. I also included a bike to enhance that idea further. I wanted it to be simplistic so that the focus would be on details, so I mainly used black and white. I created a winter scene because I thought that would be a fun spin on things since snow is not a common scene in Florida.
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