Architecture 

Type: Commercial Graduation Project

Project Name: Glass Courtyard Farmers Market

Location: Pomona, California 

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The sustainable market place is set in Pomona California, placed in the middle of mixed use buildings, busy intersections, and plenty of residents. The primary function is open glass pavilions that invite connection from inside to outside with the use of natural lighting.  Two entrances are located at the northwest and the southeast corner.  The main entrance is placed at the southwest corner where large, overhanging roof planes are folded to 

maximize shading as, well as providing PV power generation.  The public is attracted by a quiet sitting areas landscaped with waterless native plants like Blue Blossom Ceanothus. 

People can walk through a courtyard setting with a book store on the south east side, a coffee shop and florist on the west side straight into the market place. The buildings will be made of reused building materials that are acquired locally; metal, recycled glass, low-e windows are used for energy efficiency and ply boo for finishes. People that live in the area may walk to a much needed market place to shop and enjoy a green courtyard with many water features. An eco friendly atmosphere will allow people to feel safe and to be influenced in becoming more environmentally conscious.