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 Raising awareness - Architecture
 Lauren Bernard - The Lovett School
 community, exercise, solar, wellness

About Me

Hi! My name is Lauren Bernard, and I’m a junior at The Lovett School in Atlanta. This is my rst architecture course, and its been a great opportunit
something new. I love the outdoors and being involved with my community, whether that be going out to local restaurants or visiting city parks. On
favorite places to go is the Atlanta BeltLine, which is the site location for my Catalyst Project.

The Problem

The Atlanta Beltline is an impressive and sustainable 22 mile walking loop that connects 45 in town neighborhoods through the multi-use of streetca
and parks that are based on original railroad corridors that surround Atlanta. I have been to the BeltLine many times whether on my own or with m
but I have noticed that, despite having metal benches placed along the trail every so often, there is not a place that can be considered a rest stop
runners and bikers can take a break to cool down or have protection from the elements since the trail is entirely outdoors.
 My Solution

The implementation of a rest stop that can be placed at various points along the trail will greatly bene t the users of the BeltLine. The main focus
project is to encourage more people from all age groups to use the trail while improving their health and well-being; this connects with the third
Sustainable Goal to ensure healthy lives and promote use for all ages and well-being. The rest stop will motivate people other than the stereotypica
runner to take advantage of and use the BeltLine through its multifaceted potential. It will act as a shelter for BeltLine users from unpredictable w
since there is no accessible place to take cover on the current trail, provide shade from the sun, and give BeltLine users the opportunity to have a
where they can ll up water bottles or grab a snack. The BeltLine is a means of movement that encourages sustainability and wellness, but the rest
facilitate a much needed pause to the constant motion of the BeltLine.

BeltLine Rest
Stop

1. Do you think a Rest

Stop is needed along the
BeltLine trail?

Yes

No
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Front View of Rest Stop Back View of Rest Stop

Interior View of Front Wall Interior View of Back Wall

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 Aerial shot of the Rest Stop to show its placement relative to the trail Another aerial shot of the Rest Stop but from an angle

Explanation of Design

My design consists of a 16 feet by 14 feet structure at an elevation of 1 foot with a concrete foundation. Glass walls surround the structure on thre
with a concrete gra ti wall on the back side. The roof the structure has solar panels to generate the electricity needed. It is slanted towards the So
ensure that optimal amounts of sunlight are being captured throughout the day. A sliding glass barn door ensures easy access to the structure, and
leading up to the door enables all people to enter the Rest Stop.

How the Rest Stop’s Design is Complementary to the Community

The Rest Stop is completely sustainable with solar panels on the roof that provide the structure with its needed energy. Because the BeltLine is know
gra ti by community members, I have decided to incorporate a gra ti wall to my structure where artists will be allowed to paint designs of their ch
The Rest Stop will also encourage more people to use the BeltLine and interact with their community by having high school students from surrou
neighborhoods work at the snack bar inside the Rest Stop.

How You Can Become Involved!

If you are local to Atlanta or near the area, make sure to stop by and enjoy the bene ts of the BeltLine. If you feel inspired by my project, please fee
reach out to the Atlanta BeltLine Board of Directors and express your support for this project to be implemented!

https://beltline.org/about/atlanta-beltline-inc/#board-of-directors

THE DESIGN PROCESS

Site Analysis

There are currently no places for BeltLine users to rest or recharge along the trail, forcing them to go inside a restaurant to order a drink or use
bathroom. But there is lots of open space nearby the trail where Rest Stops could be built.

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My chosen site is en example of what other sites will look like. This one has at ground with grass directly next to trail. Buildings and apartments are
these open areas, but they are not too close to the site area where privacy would be an issue. The designated site area measures long distances o
lengthwise and about 16 feet in depth.

This is an overhead picture of my chosen site, explaining where the structure is located and how it ts in with the surrounding buildings.

Mood Board
 I wanted to capture the colorful and energetic vibe that Atlanta has through its gra ti and use of art seen in the architecture of surrounding buildin
the BeltLine

Floor Plan

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COMMENTS: 8

April 26, 2019 by 20LaurenB

Hi Lauren! I really loved your presentation, and it’s so cool that you were able to create something that could be used in your community! Your mood
gave me a better idea of the energy the BeltLine gives, and it radiates your passion towards this project. Would someone be working the counter the
day? I was thinking you could have like a vending machine that can hold everything the employee could. If it’s possible, I de nitely think you could talk
Parks and Recreation department in your town and see their thoughts on this project! It’s put together really well, great job!!

April 28, 2019 by Lauren Bernard

 Hi! I’m so glad you liked my design. I totally see where you’re coming from (I was originally considering using a vending machine!) but I thoug
would be fun to have a local high school student working at the rest stop to help encourage more community involvement. I would love to s
project to the Parks and Recreation department to possibly have a rest stop be built on the BeltLine. Thanks for your comment!

April 26, 2019 by Mia.Coker

I really enjoyed your presentation! I think incorporating gra ti into your design was a creative solution to an existing problem, and I love the sustaina
aspect of your rest stop. The rest stop would be a great addition to the BeltLine and the services it already provides, and I’m sure it would be greatly
appreciated in your community.

April 28, 2019 by Lauren Bernard

Hi Mia! I thought the gra ti would be a cool way of involving the community by letting them paint the rest stop walls while also maintaining
energetic vibe of the BeltLine. Thanks for your comment!

April 27, 2019 by Claudia.Sheridan

Hi Lauren – I really enjoy how close this project is to your community and you. Your project was well presented. I hope you continue to ponder and fu
your design with the more feedback you receive. I believe a great next step would be thinking of the foot tra c in these rest stops and at what times.
materials would be used? When would it be cleaned and how often?

April 28, 2019 by Lauren Bernard

Hi Claudia! I tried to minimize the foot tra c in the design of the rest stop, but any feedback on how to improve it is always welcome! I woul
use low costing materials such as concrete for the foundation and ooring to make the implementation of the rest stop more a ordable. I t
would be cleaned about once every other week (I don’t think it will be that dirty) but all of this could change. Thanks for your comment!

April 27, 2019 by Orly.Richter

Hi Lauren! I don’t live in Atlanta, but I was there recently, and I actually went running on the BeltLine a few times. I agree with the need you see for a r
when I was there, the trail was very busy and there weren’t very many places to get into the shade if someone needed to, which is de nitely a concer
exercising in the warmer months. I like that you recognized this need and designed something to give back to the community. I also love the idea of
incorporating the gra ti into the rest stop because it maintains the upbeat vibe while still being a place to relax.

April 28, 2019 by Lauren Bernard

Hi Orly! The trail is de nitely starting to get more crowded as the weather gets nicer! I hoped that my design could be used as a place for pe
take a minute to rest from the heat of the sun while still feeling connected to the outdoors with the glass windows. Hope you had a fun time
Atlanta!

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