EMERGING Winery
Arquideas Internation Competition Finalist
DATE
Summer 2012
PROJECT TYPE
Other
SIZE
N/A
AFFILIATION
University at Buffalo
TEAM
Mike Buckley, Tim Gargiulo, and I
STATUS
Conceptual
ROLE
We worked as a team to develop the concept and produce all of the drawings for the single board competition.
DESCRIPTION
The winery design aims to blur the line between vineyard and architecture, creating a seamless connection between the two. The inhabitable roof extends the vineyard itself, allowing visitors to experience the landscape as part of the building.
Upon entry, guests are greeted with a view of the fermenting process, offering an immediate glimpse into the winemaking journey. Beyond the entrance, a permanent tasting station invites guests to sample the final product. The space also includes a restaurant, bar/lounge, and a reception room, with multiple vantage points overlooking the cellar below. This thoughtful layout allows visitors to move through the winery in a way that reveals each stage of the winemaking process — from grape cultivation to the enjoyment of the finished wine.