Photo Series .002 | Born On The Bayou | Nomadic Design Concepts
Architecture | Photography | Graphic Design
“While analyzing the city we investigated area of potential growth that could not only set a new trend for the architecture of the urban fabric but remind us of its roots; cultural equity; and influence on the art scene & vice versa on the city”
By Chris Crocitto Founder & Editor in Chief
Published June 7th, 2020
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Welcome to Another clique.the.mag adaptive articles, this medium will grow and evolve over time as an exploration into the rich historic past of New Orleans could help revitalize areas still impacted by the economic hardships and natural disasters, such as hurricane Katrina. These articles and subject matters will be multi-platform and branch throughout a series of disciplines. We are always open to constructive dialogue and collaboration.
We hope to hear some of your thoughts on the topic via our LinkedIn; Twitter; YouTube and Instagram. Enjoy The Work!
Updated November 22nd, 2020 | Updates include formatting, structuring of the article & image updates that are more cohesive with the narrative.
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A series of images featuring the city of New Orleans, LA. Creole culture comes alive on these streets. You become immersed in the NOLA way of life as soon as you touch down, from Po’boys to Beignets, bourbon on Bourbon St. The music and dope vibes are the city’s soul.
“I have realized that the past and future are real illusions, that they exist in the present,
which is what there is and all there is” -Alan Watts
While reflecting on this idea of past and present, the common theme of Time as an architectural element came up… How do we learn from the past; innovate materials and blend a modern methodology with theory from those before us? The next great pieces of architecture will do just that; bring us closer to one and other as buildings of the past did, materials of late while marrying new-age techniques, and culture will be revitalized in cities because of places we create for and through collaboration.
CBD & Warehouse District
“While analyzing the city we investigated area of potential growth that could not only set a new trend for the architecture of the urban fabric but remind us of its roots; cultural equity; and influence on the art scene & vice versa on the city …”
Art & Culture are encoded into the cityscape
Art & Culture are encoded into the cityscape
Offices with public spaces
Offices with public spaces and plazas
Mixed-Use Buildings, Maker Spaces, and Opportunity Zones.
Mixed-use buildings such as a multi-level office or residential building with commercial elements on its public floor could be the key to reinvigorating the city with even more growth of the cities industry. Introduction of Maker spaces and small businesses funding, this area may see a designation of an opportunity zone in the future.
French Quarter Façades
A cornerstone of the Jazz scene, greats such as Louis Daniel Armstrong; Jelly Roll Morton: and Fats Domino came out of New Orleans and it's safe to say the music of today would not be the same without Jazz influences such as these. New Orleans as a context for not just this music but are in general leads me to ask the question, ‘how does this city lack in more great architecture’, the series looks at the art that came out of the NOLA and investigates the potential architectural feature this city could have; the challenges to building in such a historic context; and the overall elements and future projects coming to the city.
The French Quarter & Its Jazz Roots.
The music of today would not be the same without Jazz influences such as these.
The French Quarter & Its Creole Roots.
Creole music, food, culture and style are all engrained in these streets, its a way of life.
The French Quarter Phoenix Rises
An Infill condition shows what was...a new condition can become a new norm...
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