Abstract:
A thesis project is the final test of the theories and processes which have been developed over the first four years of architecture school. This book will follow the processes and discuss the theories which I used In successfully completing my particular project.My project is a performing arts center for Coronado, California. This 90,000 sq. ft. facility is located in a resort/ retirement community of about 20,000 people. Additional information provided in the program and site analysis will establish a sound basis for understanding the project.This book is broken down into the steps that I followed during my design process. The first half is devoted to the steps involved in problem definition. An extensive amount of research and analysis was done before any final conclusions could be drawn. The second half of the book looks at my design at three different stages within my design process. These are merely breaking ponts as there were numerous other levels at which my design was evaluated.
