Jasmine Center: Home Away From Home Home As Memory, Identity, And Light In The Heart Of Washington, DC

Abstract

HOME AWAY FROM HOME Home as Memory, Identity, and Light in the Heart of Washington, DC Anosha Fatima The thesis examines the concept of home not merely as a physical structure, but as a deeply felt experience. Home is conceived as something that goes beyond the boundaries of the actual building and is influenced by elements such as memory, emotion, and culture. The thesis further explores the role of architecture as an element that defines the experience of home. Architecture is seen here as a platform through which identity, tradition, and community can be made visible and accessible. Through the integration of theatre as a place of cultural performance, a restaurant as a location of hospitality, and open courtyards as gathering places, the thesis showcases how architectural design can be used to encourage interaction between different groups of people. Through the integration of these programmatic elements, the thesis aims to create a space that not only encourages interaction but also a space that allows a community to be seen and represented.