Aarti NicolleArchitecture Khatter Portfolio
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Timber in the City Hardy Yards Fonte Caret 6 Italy Studies Photography Resume
Table of Contents Selected Works
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Timber in the City
Location: New York, New York | Year Five Professor: Vincent Snyder | Partner: Tamarah Mata-Lasky
Timber in the City, a competition to reimagine our existing cities with sustainable buildings from renewable resources, focused on the inclusion of timber construction in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. The program consisted of an Andy Warhol Museum, a street market and affordable housing for the residents of the area. Due to the transient nature of our site, our design focused on movement in a variety of forms, from the literal movement of people, to cultural movements and experiential movements in architecture. This studio allowed us to develop this project throughouly, from schematic design to design development.
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Timber in the C ity | New York , New York
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Williamsburg Bridge
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Zone 1 - Ope
1’1’ Purlins Purlins 8’ O.C.
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Secondary Structure
SF of Zone = 1 12,300.93 / 50 295,200 BTUH 13,666.66 CFM 180’ / 3 ft per 23.77 SF of Du 13,666.66 CFM Size of Duct =
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SF of Zone = 1 12,225.89 / 50 293,421 BTUH 13,584.32 CFM 200’ / 3 ft per 23.62 SF of Du 13,584.32 CFM Size of Duct =
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13 Glulam Ribs 13 Glulam Ribs 20’ O.C. 20’ O.C. Primary Structure
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Tension TensionCables Cables
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Concrete Pillasters Concrete Pillasters Primary Structure Primary Structure
SF of Zone = 4 4779.08 / 500 114,720 BTUH 5,311.11 CFM 120’ / 3 ft per 9.24 SF of Duc 5,311.11 CFM Size of Duct =
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SF of Zone = 5472. 72 / 500 131,340 BTUH 6080.56 CFM/ 90’ / 3 ft per st 10.57 SF of Du 6080.56 CFM/ Size of Duct =
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Mechanical Room Room 01 01 Mechanical
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Running through the floor or ceiling (refer to Zoning Plan)
SF of Zone = 3 3594.98 / 500 86,280 BTUH/ 3994.44 CFM/ 120’ / 3 ft per 6.95 SF of Duc 3994.44 CFM/ Size of Duct =
Zone 6 - Ope
SF of Zone = 1 12,225.89 / 50 293, 400 BTU 13583.33 CFM 200’ / 3 ft per 23.62 SF of Du 13,583.33 CFM Size of Duct =
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Zones Zones 88 --99
SF of Zone = 5 5,776.33 / 500 138,600 BTUH 6416.67 CFM/ 120’ / 3 ft per 11.16 SF of D 6416.67 CFM/ Size of Duct =
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Zones Zones 66 -- 77 Zones 11 -- 5 5 Zones
SF of Zone = 1 11,421.27 / 50 274,080 BTUH 12,688.89 CFM 200’ / 3 ft per 22.07 SF of Du 12,688.89CFM Size of Duct =
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SF of Zone = 1 10,173.08 / 50 244,200 BTUH 11,305.56 CFM 180’ / 3 ft per 19.66 SF of Du 11,305.56 CFM Size of Duct =
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2 Bedroom
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Timber in the C ity | New York , New York
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The image on the left, a view of the market space, speaks to the atmosphere we envisioned for our public programs - vibrant, active and constantly in movement. Through the use of repeating timber ribs we were able to imply a movement through the structure as well.
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Hardy Yards
Location: Houston, Texas | Year Four Professor: Steven Spears | Partners: Katherine Eastman & Kristine Street
The aim of this project was to develop a concise master plan for a mixed use development on Hardy Yards, a 50 acre brown-field site in Northern Houston. This transit oriented development encompasses for-sale, for-rent and affordable homes and connects to the neighboring Latino community as well as the Bayou Green way by enhanced pedestrian walkways, dedicated bike paths, and mass transit. This project is a model for sustainability through its network of strategically placed green roofs, blue roofs and rain gardens. Our aim was to create a vibrant community that capitalizes on its connection to downtown while still remaining respectful of the adjacent neighborhood. 22
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Open green space
University of HoustonDowntown
Plaza Structures I-10
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Critical Success Factors Connectivity
Establish view corridors, create a variety of street typologies, amend infrastructure to create key intersections
Healthy Community
Provide healthy food options, link residents to Bayou’s hike and bike trails, create places for mental and physical exercise
Create a timeless mixed use development by re-imagining connectivity, healthy lifestyle and sustainable infrastructure network
Sustainable Infrastructure Network
Collect and filter storm water, create green and blue roofs to ameliorate urban heat island effect, plant drought tolerant trees and plants 25
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1 story 0 units 0 parking
6 stories 55 units 0 parking
8 stories* 551 units 1,301 parking
8 stories* 379 units 0 parking
8 stories* 574 units 1,488 parking
6 stories 108 units 408 parking
5 stories* 3 stories 33 units 23 units 0 parking 0 parking
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10 stories 15 stories* 0 units 196 units 0 parking 1,413 parking
3 stories 5 stories 44 units 66 units 0 parking 235 parking
3 stories 51 units 102 parking
6 stories* 132 units 464 parking
4 stories 4 stories 4 stories 62 units 60 units 156 units 0 parking 0 parking 265 parking
12 stories* 168 units 0 parking
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Development Program for Site 50 units/acre 25% of area for Road Right of Way 316, 681 SF / 7.27 acres of open space Community Park: 152,560 SF/ 3.5 acres Community Garden & Orchard: 50,965 SF/ 1.17 acres Programmed Islands: 21,780 SF/ .5 acres Plaza: 65,340 SF/ 1.5 acres Farmer’s Market: 26,136 SF/.6 acres
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The image to left is an aerial of Hardy Yards as we envisioned it - a vibrant yet respectful development which capatilizes on it’s connection to Downtown Houston while being cognizant of it’s responsibility to its neighbors.
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Fonte
Location: Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy | Year Four Professor: Smilja Milovanovic | Partner: Elizabeth Sydnor
Fonte in Italian means source, and the aim of this project was to create a source of information and revenue for the small town of Castiglion Fiorentino. Castiglion Fiorentino, where I spent three months studying abroad, is located an hour out of Florence and, while charming, the town suffers from a failing economy. Our proposal was a visitor’s center with a library for the town as well as a flexible gallery space that could be used for cultural gatherings such as art shows and performances. This project was meant not only to attract visitors, but redirect them to the existing businesses of the town.
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There were three main ideas that we took from the city of Castiglion Fiorentino that began to inform our design. The first was the idea of the axis, illustrated by the site plan on the previous page. We hoped that our intervention would serve as a part of this existing axis and draw visitors up to the historic Cassero. Once we decided that our building was going to join this axis, we began to play with the idea of the building also acting as a threshold into the historic part of the city. This meant that our proposed circulation, not only to the site, but within the building itself, was key. We proposed an exterior courtyard space with stairs that led up to the Main Street and connected back to the main axis.
Bridge Plan
One of the biggest influences for our design was the stone retaining wall. We felt that the wall created an instant sense of place on the site, and we played with a number of different interactions with it.
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One aspect of the project that we felt was successful was the treatment of the adjacent street, which was heavily congested and did not allow for pedestrian access. This access was crucial, especially in the reinforcement of the existing axis through the site, and thus we decided to sink the road and create a pedestrian bridge which led to the visitor’s center. In terms of structure, the diagram on the right illustrates the main structural components, which consist of load bearing stone clad concrete walls and structural steel beams and concrete. It was important that the building, like all buildings in the town of Castiglion, be cooled naturally and the diagram on the right illustrates the natural ventilation system.
Load bearing stone cladded walls (concrete) Structural steel beams & columns
Glazing with operable windows Air Flow from Southwest to Northeast
Ventilation Diagram
Load bearing stone cladded walls (concrete) Structural steel beams & columns
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Glazing with operable windows (West side - lower, East side - upper) Air Flow from Southwest to Northeast
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Caret 6
Location: Austin, Texas | Year Three Professor: Kory Bieg | Team: 17 student studio These drawings were made in collaboration with the studio
Caret 6 is a digital fabrication installation and exhibition completed by a 17 student studio. The design features parametrically controlled modules that showcased TEX-FAB’s SKIN Competition prototypes and competition boards. By using a diamond tessellation pattern, the modules can aggregate into a variety of forms, transforming the installation into a unique presentation of the competition. The project was built using current digital fabrication technologies to allow for quick assembly and disassembly of the exhibition.
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Caret 6 dealt with all aspects of design, from the creation of the module units to the marketing and fundraising of the project. The studio was divided up initially into the 3D Modeling Team, the Materials and Assembly Team, and the Marketing and Fundraising Team. We began the design of this installation by holding a series of charettes, which explored modular units and their tessellation. From there, we decided upon the diamond module, shown on the right, and developed it into what is now Caret 6. Shown on the right are some preliminary renderings utilized in our Kickstarter campaign which raised $5,520 dollars and was successfully funded on December 6, 2013.
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I was a member of the Materials and Assembly team, which focused on finding the appropriate materials for the vaulting structure and solving issues of connections and assembly. The design consists of three materials, Alpolic, HDPE and Polypropylene. The Alpolic, an aluminum composite typically used for cladding buildings, was donated by Mitsubishi. It was used primarily for the vaulted structure, due to its strength. The lighter HDPE was used for the diamonds touching the ground and the infill of these diamonds was polypropylene, a translucent material which allowed for light to shine through. There are a number of attachment details that ensure lateral stability, including O-rings and binder rings, but the true success of Caret 6 is that, at its resting state, it does not require any fasteners. 46
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Caret 6 was featured at the TEX-FAB’s 2013 Skin competition, Austin’s SXSW 2014 Interactive and was published in ArchDaily, ArchPaper and Architectural Record. The image on the left shows part of Caret 6 set up at Austin’s SXSW 2014 Interactive. Image by Casey Dunn
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Italy Studies
Location: Castiglion Fiorentino| Year Four Professor: Smilja Milovanovic
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Photography Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Education University of Texas at Austin
Expected May 2016
Bachelor of Architecture
Related Course Work: Design, Visual Communications, Architectural History, Construction Site Design, Environmental Studies, Spanish Literature and Language
Study Abroad in Italy Castiglion Fiorentino, Tuscany
Fall 2014
Related Course Work: Advanced Design, Visual Communications,Architectural History Traveled in Italy, Switzerland, Ireland, Spain
Aarti Khatter 39 Orchard Falls Drive Sugar Land, Texas 77479 ankhatter19@gmail.com (281)-660-7279
Activities National Organization of Minority Architecture Students
2011 - Current
President (2013-2014), Vice President (2012-2013), Parliamentarian (2011-2012) Led during club meetings and events, arranged service opportunities, hosted design competitions, and fundraised for local projects
American Institute of Architecture Students
2011 - 2014
Participated in volunteer events, attended local firm tours, and represented the University at the 2013 National Forum in Chicago.
Architecture Student Council
Participated in volunteer events and acted as a liaison for NOMAS.
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2011 - 2014
Skills Digital + Adobe Suite + Rhinoceros + AutoCAD
+ SketchUp + Revit + ArcGIS
Tactile
Fabrication
Languages
+ Drafting + Hand Drawing + Water Color
+ Lasercutter + CNC Router + Model Making
+ Spanish
Employement UT Co-op Materials Lab
Material Researcher | Austin, Texas
Current
In charge of the curation & organization of the material lab collection and assisting with exhibitions. Current Projects: Fusebox Festival 2016
SKB Architects
Architecture / Material Library Intern | Seattle, Washington
Summer 2015
In charge of maintaing and curating the resource library, attending vendor presentations, aiding in office marketing and furniture specifications, and researching new material technologies. Worked on drafting, 3D modeling (SketchUp) and rendering (V-ray) Projects worked on: Microsoft Fargo, KEXP, Rocky Pond Wine Tasting Room
Honors Dean’s Ambassador
Representative of the School of Architecture. Responsible for giving tours of the school and assisting with orientations.
Publications
Caret 6 | ArchDaily, Architectural Record, Architect’s Newspaper, Texas Architect Magazine, ISSUE: 10
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