The Meandering Park
Site: Bandemer Park, Ann Arbor MI
Winter 2021 Studio
Instructor: Zain Abuseir
Located at Bandemer Park along the Huron River in Ann Arbor, MI, this new boat house synthesizes the natural landscape and the built environment. The new structure seemingly emerges from the ground pushing up with it the landscape, allowing none of the park’s surface area to be taken away from the general public who come to the park to enjoy a nice walk, a swim in the river, or a picnic with friends. Currently, this location acts as the meeting point for the local crew teams in the area to meet and practice in the Huron River, but they do not have a proper structure to store their equipment. This new design would provide these teams with a space where they can come together to practice and learn.