Displaced Agrarian

This presentation model was built to represent a conceptual winery designed for an urban setting, where the traditional linear production process of winemaking—harvesting, de-stemming, fermenting, aging, bottling, and storage—is reconfigured to respond to a compact environment. To accurately capture the building’s intricate form, precise CNC manufacturing was required throughout the fabrication process.

The model was constructed using a combination of Plexi, wood, and high-density urethane (HDU). Plexi was used for the majority of the structure to keep the model lightweight, while wood was used to frame the base and provide stability. HDU was chosen for the complex curved forms, allowing for smooth, precise geometries to be achieved through CNC milling. Mold making and material testing were also integral to the process, ensuring that the final components accurately represented the building’s spatial and volumetric relationships.

Once the primary framework was completed, the entire model—including the Plexi structure, HDU elements, and wood base—was air-sprayed in an off-white color. This finishing step unified the various materials into a seamless, cohesive presentation, emphasizing the overall form without visual distractions. The result was a refined architectural model that clearly conveyed the conceptual intent and spatial dynamics of the design.