Norman Boathouse

The Lake Thunderbird Boat house explores two main concepts while battling the problem of accessing the building on a sloped site. Upon arriving at the site you are greeted with a pathway that braids down the slope, connecting pathways with terraced planters. There are central stairs leading down to the building and a winding ramp that intertwines with the stair landings. Once you arrive at the building there are two separate functions connected by a gathering circulation space under one roof. The spaces connect in a way that the viewers are able to see the boat storage and people walking down to the water. The central axis leads down to the water to a hinge connected dock. Looking back up from the water you are able to see the axial connection of the building and people gathering outside and the braiding landscape. This space allows for its guests to celebrate nature and water.