A Decade of Trauma

This thesis project endeavors to scrutinize a decade of American trauma through an architectural lens.It begins by investigating seemingly innocuous architectural elements and structures that harbor darker implications. Among these it includes commonplace facilities like restrooms and bedrooms, where traumatic occurrences have challenged conventional notions of their purpose, morality, and ethical boundaries. By exploring the design and codes of these spaces, which anticipate and sometimes amplify these dark undertones, the study seeks to shed light on the significance of mundane architectural features. Furthermore, the project delves into specific incidents, analyzing the spatial configurations involved to understand how events unfolded and uncover the underlying design principles shaping such spaces.