Polymeter

Where Architecture and Rhythm Collide

Polymeter is an architectural and musical exploration that blurs the boundaries between rhythm, space, and emotion. The project envisions an album composed of rhythmic architectural music—sonic expressions shaped by spatial experiences. “Written and recorded” at a new music community center near Nobblitt Park in Columbus, Indiana, Polymeter reflects the complexities of rhythm and human experience. This project intertwines architecture, storytelling, and sound to create an immersive experience where built environments and music harmonize to tell a new story for a community and park in Columbus, Indiana.

Precedent Studies & Research

Music Centers

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Site & Context Analysis

The highlighted site (in orange) occupies a unique position at the intersection of diverse zones, land uses, and environmental contexts. To the north lies Noblitt Park, characterized by open fields and mature shade trees, and frequently used as an access point to the People’s Trail. South of the site is a small industrial area, home to businesses such as Coca-Cola. Directly to the west runs the Louisville and Indiana Railroad (LIRC), which nearly isolates the site from the western edge of Noblitt Park. To the east, the site is bordered by the primary residential district of downtown Columbus.

WEST VIEW: 15TH STREET

LIKES

It is a nicely framed entrance point to the site for vehicles.

Could be a major viewpoint angle.

DISLIKES

No sidewalks

Area look dilapidated

Needs proper landscaping

Outdoor Amphitheater

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Between Tracks & Trails: A Site of Contrasts

LIKES

It is a nicely framed view.

It could be a major viewpoint angle.

DISLIKES

No sidewalks

The area looks dilapidated

Needs proper landscaping

Beeping noise

Design Solution

Performance Spaces

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NORTH VIEW: JACKSON STREET

Recording Studios

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Music Centers

LIKES

Wooded area

Nature sounds

Animals

DISLIKES

Train noise at times

Presence of trash

Floodway area

Sustainable Materials

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