TREEANGLES

Design Build

This stylish and functional poolside retreat uses a system of interconnected triangular
modules as colorful overhead pieces and as seating and support blocks. This
geometric modular approach enables easy transport of pieces, simple installation,
and numerous varieties of reconfiguration and expansion, all while ensuring stability
and durability, making it a versatile addition to any outdoor setting. With interactive
components that appeals to kids for play and adults for practicality, Treeangle’s
modern take on toy blocks will seamlessly blend into and enhance the experience
for visitors at Rotunda Pool.

EMBEDDED WITHIN NEWARK’S NORTH WARD, THE ROTUNDA RECREATION CENTER OPERATES AS A CIVIC AND RECREATIONAL ANCHOR SHAPED BY WALKABLE URBAN CONDITIONS AND PROXIMITY TO MAJOR GREEN SPACE.

INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS WERE DEVELOPED INTO FAMILY SYSTEMS THAT EVOLVED INTO MODULAR BUILDING UNITS.

WITHIN THE MODULAR FRAMEWORK, FIVE DISTINCT TRIANGULAR COMPONENTS WERE GENERATED, VARYING IN LENGTH FROM 1’-6” TO 3’-0”.

THE OTTOMAN MODULES CAN BE RECONFIGURED AND ARRANGED TO ENHANCE USER COMFORT AND FLEXIBILITY, UTILIZING TRIANGULAR GEOMETRY TO CREATE SPATIAL VARIATION THAT ALLOWS USERS TO EITHER SUNBATHE OR RELAX WITHIN SHADED AREAS THROUGHOUT THE DAY.

TREEANGLES IS DESIGNED FOR QUICK ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY WITHIN ONE HOUR, ALLOWING THE STRUCTURE TO BE EASILY TRANSPORTED, RELOCATED, AND ADAPTED TO DIFFERENT SITE CONDITIONS AND PROGRAMMATIC NEEDS.

THE PROJECT’S MATERIALITY BALANCES COMFORT AND STRUCTURE, USING WOOD PLANKS TO INTRODUCE WARMTH AT USER CONTACT POINTS WHILE METAL CONNECTION PLATES SECURE THE UPPER FRAMEWORK AND MAINTAIN STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE.