Erica Chen

Private and Public space

-as Outer and Inner-self

The Proud Madonna sings her song,
loud and confident
clear and sound.
-to all the young woman of the world,
Behold the spirit within!

Behind the foliage, the humble Prada hums-
a lullaby soft and gentle,
clear as day.
The embodiment of Truth-
she encourages the Woman of today:
Challenge the mind,
Penetrate the glass ceiling within!

Below: The Meeting space in relation to the rest of Madonna and Prada space-Although the vibrant colours of the elvators draw attention; the enormous meeting space encumbers all other spaces below and is the main focus of the architecture. Hence signifying its significance-its aim to downplay the power of the two woman; so that they level each others' egoes out and bring one another down a notch-sharing a feeling of humility.

Above: Prada space: Private space and Public space joined by a narrow pathway. The Private space is cast in shadow, as it is a vehicle for contemplation, stored away from the world. The Public is unblocked by any structure and is left free and open almost like a stage or platform. It is here that Prada displays her works for the world to see. The narrowness of the platform ensures that it is only Prada who can shift in between her public and private space.

The contrast between the Madonna and Prada elevators suggest their respective personalities. Madonna being bold and confident as opposed to the silent but strong voice of Pradas'.