Author(s)/Creator(s)

Stefan Kaiser, Syracuse University

Document Type

Thesis, Senior

Degree

B. ARCH

Date

Spring 2013

Keywords

Architecture, Deconstruct, Diplomacy, Embassies, Exchange

Language

English

Disciplines

Architecture

Description/Abstract

Contemporary diplomatic functions have outgrown the typological embassy building. The barricaded sidewalks and streets are evidence that additional space is required to conduct business safely. Retrofitted embassies in London, Paris, and Berlin expand their security perimeter into the urban condition to maintain the architectural icon of diplomacy. New embassies should utilize the contested zone between the building and the city instead of relocating in rural neighborhoods. It is the purpose of this thesis to enable functional and symbolic diplomatic exchange at the location of intersecting sovereignty.

Additional Information

Advisors: Martin Haettasch / Ryan Ludwig

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