Illusion vs. Cognition

Design: The red spaces in the diagrams represent the projected 'mechanical' casino aura. The green represents the authenticity of the organic, which is the history of the Cajun marsh. These two worlds are twisted and overlapped horizontally and vertically along a linear axis. This twisting of spaces is allegorical to the twisting game of the Rubik's cube. The central intersection forms a vortex, creating a prismatic space. This vortex represents a mixing of the two worlds and has a theater with a projection screen to signify the Projection of the Authentic. In this building, the Organic 'world' is defined by the rustic griddiness of the Cajun bayou and wetlands, and the traditions evident in history of the culture such as fishing, This is architecturally spoken through naturally lit, open-air spaces, materials of stone, sand areas, raw pier wood boardwalks, plants, and a controlled stream running through the hotel. The program of this world includes hanging gardens, spas, a rooftop venue, recreational space, open-air dining, a pool, a gym, and a pierscape facing the marsh. The layout is organized in organic, curving patterns. In contrast, the