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The Dancing Wall thesis explores the interplay between sound, music, and the intricate political complexity of a specific project. Rooted in the concept of sound transcendence, this study endeavors to establish a profound connection that challenges conventional boundaries and elevates the architectural design process to new heights. Focusing on a politically controversial landscape border between Jisr al Zarqa and Caesarea, the research absorbs existing narratives and invites individuals to transcend societal limitations through the transformative power of sound simulations, indigenous architectural enhancement, and community-centric programs. “Sound transcendence”(تجلي صوتي) lies at the core of this thesis, delving into the limitless possibilities of sound as a unifying force that surpasses physical, cultural, and political constraints. By harnessing the ethereal qualities of sound, the project aims to transport individuals to realms, where the boundaries between art and architecture, music and space, and communities and cultures dissolve. Through the application of sound simulation techniques, the design process strives to manifest these transcendent experiences in tangible and sensory forms. By creating immersive soundscapes and harmonious architectural compositions that respond to the sites unique acoustics, the project aims to change the ordinary, inviting individuals to journey beyond the confines of their perceptions and embrace a transformative connection with the space. Furthermore, the thesis celebrates the rich cultural heritage and daily rhythms of Jisr al Zarqa, incorporating elements that resonate with the sea, the land, and the vibrant traditions of the community. By leveraging the potential of sound, the architectural design aims to create a poetic and sensorial narrative, where music becomes a catalyst for profound experiences and dialogue and healing within divided communities.

Location 

Jisr Al Zarqa, Caesarea border

Mentor

Amir Mann 

Year

2023

Status

Final project. Exzhibitet in Jaffa port museium 

Public use (Cultural hub), Landscape design

Program

Project Area

35,000 sq

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Music/Sound process and physical form

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Music is a language that is made by a connection of elements, starting with a single note that can be broken and played in defferent ways 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 note (etc), the combination of these notes in a hermonial method creates a rythem.

Diagram 1) - Connecting with the enviorment of the place

In this thesis, the translation of music and sound is examined in two different ways, the exprience and enviormental analysis: natural sounds, soundscapes and cultural understanding. (Diagram 1)

Music/Sound Translation: the urban context

Diagram 2) - Sound wave elements breaking and simulations.

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Site research

Cesarea

Landscape border between the cities

The two cities are seperated by a landscape border 750 meters in length, built in 2003 the main reason for the border was to block view and acoustic sounds coming from Jisr to Caesarea, a racial act that described the colonial strategies towards the endogenous, the high economy class against the low economy class.

Jisr al zarqa

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Experience the site

this abstract illustration was created with a musical piece to describe the conflict of the site.

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Concept process
Breaking the border 

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Skitches

Breaking the border by creating public spaces and interactions.

Site Diagrams

Green mass 

Superposition

High dinsity 

Comparison

Circulation 

Low dinsity 

Jisr al zarka

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Cesarea

Mass Green

Low dinsity 

Mass Green

Low dinsity 

Conncetion along the sea shore.

Improving tourist opportonities.

Preservation of symbolic and historical places.

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Conflict described in sound waves

Jisr al zarqa

Cesarea

Areal soundgrams

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Residential Caesarea
Residential Jisr al zarqa

Sea and nature

Children Jisr al zarqa
Sport activity Caesarea

Masjed

Residential sounds
- Cerculation and openings

Sea and nature
Connecting the circulation

Religious- Light Entrances
and border breaking 

Children and sports
- Level changes

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Architectual principles

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1 Integration of Music and Sound:

2 Contextual Sensitivity:

3 Resilient and Inclusive Design

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4 Sensorial Experience:

5 Sustainability and
Environmental Responsiveness

6 Community Engagement and Participation

Design principles

2 Visual Transparency

3 Flexible and Adaptable Spaces

1 Border Dissolution

4 Cultural Expression and Identity

5 Human Scale and Proximity

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Master plan

The master plan demonstrates how the sound analysis and diagrams helped re-design the landscape, connections created from jisr to the borders programs by choosing the most active and strategic areas. The integration of sound in the landscape was created with two methods, paths and circulation around the border, the second method is the border facade shape and visual transparency changes.

Open Market

Outside entrances

Border transcendens

Added Green areas

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Ground floor plan

Section A-A 

Section B-B

Section C-C

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