I did a series of quick sketches exploring the layout of the ground, upper first and second levels. The ground level with the garage and utility rooms, and the upper first with the dining, kitchen and library seems to be based on a corridor system of circulation, whilst the second level with the main bedrooms is mostly a matrix system. Positioning the parents' room so close with the childrens' rooms, and even linking them together with multiple entrances was rather unusual at the time, and shows how the layout differentiates between public and private spaces. The matrix system creates easier accessibility throughout the family's private spaces. This contrasts to the ground floor, where a central corridor splits the level in half, clearly separating all the utility and service rooms.
While considering this, I realised that enclosure was also another key system, closely linked to circulation, in delineating spacial relationships and hierachy. I have used a heavier line weight to demonstrate areas of greater enclosure, and privacy, such as the basement storage rooms, the lady's boudoir, the master dressing room, and the children's play room. My interpretation of this considers whether each space had many access points or windows.
I struggled a bit with finding a simple, effective way to sketch the parti for the section. The main stair case is compact, yet joining all the levels it is shared by all the inhabitants. I also wanted to show the interesting rise and fall of the stepped heights of different rooms, as this exemplifies Loos' "Raumplan."
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