Andrew Bush: The Turn School

Artist Statement

The Turn School is a 48,000-sq-ft mass structure that will be home to Missouri’s aerospace engineering school. Its unique figure integrates functionality and innovation to foster a dynamic learning environment. The design features a mass turn that creates an evolution of both form and experience. The cantilever effect produces ascending terraces offering individual outdoor experiences. Gradually opening its views to the site, a dynamic window system encourages
travel through the structure to connect collaborative spaces and classrooms to the natural surroundings. A centralized core allows for efficient use of space, maximizing collaborative space while also providing privacy for both classrooms and terracing. A rotating staircase cuts through the building, creating two double-height spaces and maintaining efficient travel to promote the vertical exploration of the form.

About the Project

• Title of Work: The Turn School
• Medium: 33.5" x 85.7" poster; digital images
• Student's Name: Andrew Bush
• Major: Architectural Studies
• Anticipated Graduation Date: 26-May
• Hometown: Waterloo, IL
• Student's Mentor: Lyria Barlett
• Mentor's Department: Architectural Studies