Floor

This system includes: The plenum, horizontal structure and services

The FLOOR system has a unique growth perspective because it is the first major segmentation of the building. It then ‘grows’ structure and services by branching them from the core in response to the needs of the spatial systems the FLOOR supports. In this way the function of the FLOOR is to support and supply the spaces with their needs.

M1 - Floor

1.1 Element

Identify Element, Artefact or System

The FLOOR system has many elements. In this step please focus on the system and its element you wish to study further. It could be anything from the slab to the servicing, fire safety or structural elements.

1.2 Line

Check for Organising Line or Surface

• Similar to the facade, the FLOOR is organised on a surface
• It is also built up of layers on the surface which have a line tangential to the surface, describing the thickness of the layer.

1.3 Segments

Identify Segments or Zones

• This would be the layers of the FLOOR including the finished surface, the structural slab, the structure (beams) and services as well as any suspended ceilings or raised floors.
• Similar to the facade this would also include the spatial organisaiton of the FLOOR including the location of the core for instance.

1.4 Scope

Define the Scope of the Study

Next you should scope your investigation of the FLOOR layers and space system. This is up to you to define.

1.5 Features

Identify Features

Here you need to identify the features for each of the FLOOR layers included in your study as well as features in the ‘plan view’ spatial organisation.