This is a poche drawing of the ground floor plan. I have tried to depict the atmosphere of the courtyards and living quarters as one moves through the building, through tonal contrast and other methods of rendering. The courtyard areas appear rougher than the living quarters, and this had been done through stippling and embossing. All interior and exterior walls have been blocked in as a solid element to give a clear sense of the outer shell the encloses the building envelope. 
This longitudinal section poche is cut through the central horizontal axis, and clearly reveals the interior of the whole building. Through the use of thick and thin line-weights, the drawing shows depth. I have lightly rendered the interior areas of the building to give a sense of the atmosphere within the building. It is evident through this section that the trees are important, and that we should consider the building as a whole, with the trees in mind. Media: Opaque Tracing Paper, Cardboard, Felt-tip pens, HB-8B pencils
PARTI DIAGRAMS:
These parti diagrams on "Vision" are simple, yet clearly show the building in relation to its site and surroundings. As mentioned, the trees are a vital part of this building and must not be neglected. The top drawing depicts the section view, whereas the bottom drawing is the plan view. It is clear through these diagrams that the occupant has access to the courtyards, trees and vegetation whether they are in the first, second, or third living quarter.
These diagrams on "Transition" show a consistent path that runs throughout the building. One is lead to walk straight down the central axis of the building from the entrance to the end. The living quarters, separated by courtyards can only be accessed via these courtyards. The second diagram is abstract, yet gives a hint of the movable spaces that exist on the building site. 
These diagrams on "Flow" represent both the movement and circulation within the buildling. The top diagram demonstrates that the flow is continuous and runs through the horizontal central axis. Circulation also runs through the living quarters, yet not as free-flowing as the circulation that goes through the courtyards. The second diagram shows an interlock of the living quarters and the courtyards. Though one is led horizontally through the building, it is possible to walk into every corner/area.
These elevations show the living quarters in relation to the surrounding trees and courtyards. Media: Yellow Tracing Paper, Cardboard, Felt-tip pens, HB-8B pencils
Looks good Vanessa! Love the detail you've managed to include in the drawings.
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