Hart Howerton commissioned a model built in phases that accurately represented the complexity between topography and structure. With multiple residential architecture, engineering, and landscape design firms included in the Yuerba Buena Island Project, it was crucial to show how each phase integrated into a seamless architectural vision.
Loma Linda University approached LGM to construct Phase 1 of their campus master plan. The model was meant to serve multiple purposes – client communication between the architect and university, offer context for internal and public reviews, as well as aid in fundraising efforts. It had to have impact, but be portable enough to move from events and meetings.
Felton Library Discovery Park features a section focused on local watershed activity to educate its audience on the importance of water in the Santa Cruz Area. The landscape architect specified that a 3D map be built that visualized how water flows throughout the community. Participants would engage with the San Lorenzo 3D Watershed Map by pouring water directly onto its surface, then watch as the water flows towards the ocean. The landscape architect’s design also specified that this interactive map be displayed outside, uncovered, and in direct sun so the material needed to be resilient.
Nestled in a network of dense urban structure, this model was necessary to facilitate interest and investment for a new residential high rise. The building was meant to anchor the redevelopment of the area, and a model representation was requested to showcase its unique position to add density to the housing shortage in the area.
The Town of Cedar Park was looking to enhance their fundraising and public communication efforts. It was developed as a multi-purpose travelling display, and would be showcased in the original library, town hall, fundraising events, and new library.