Sticks

Designed by Hou de Sousa in New York, Sticks is a straight-forward assembly of standard dimensional lumber interconnected to form a structural space-frame.

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Sticks is a straight-forward assembly of standard dimensional lumber interconnected to form a structural space-frame.

The system has been molded to fit the existing conditions of the site in the Socrates Sculpture Park, but these contextual adaptations extend beyond the realm of the purely functional, and although quite minimal, ornamentally illustrate the strategies being deployed. In addition to providing a sheltered space, Sticks also serves as a storage and display system.

The webbing that binds the lumber together protrudes outwards at the facade so as to support an assortment of linear materials. By doing so, scrap material becomes a dynamic decorative element while also shingling away precipitation along the outer wall and diffusing light when placed within the roof trusses.

The 18 inch thickness of the structural exoskeleton essentially acts as shelving and is capable of storing sculptural works in progress or serving as a display case for curated events.

Sticks, New York
Architect: Hou de Sousa, Nancy Hou, Josh De Sousa
Volunteers: Emily Orsburn, Sumit Sahdev and Chris Zirbes
Engineering: Arup (Shaina Saporta and Daniel DiChiro)
Client: Socrates Sculpture Park
Completion: 2016