A.J. WOODWORTH
“Society needs a good image of itself... ...That is the job of an architect.� -Walter Gropius
Contents TOURISM CENTER Makanda, IL 1-2
URBAN INFILL Carbondale, IL 3-6
DEEP WOODS Carbondale, IL 7-10
TOWERING TIMBER Brooklyn, NY 11-14
CONNECTED CITY Dallas, TX 15-20
RESUME 21-22
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[Makanda, IL]
TOURISM CENTER
Design Challenge The Shawnee Tourism Center was a project for irst year design studio. The challenge was to renovate the existing building by creating a new functional layout that improved the interior space. The Tourism Center is located in a woodland area that is used for outdoor recreation such as hiking and ishing. The renovations included a new ire place, looring, and a reception area.
Design Solution The introduced solution was inspired by the Shawnee Tourism Center’s surroundings. A cobblestone ireplace was added to the west wall of the lobby area to create a comfortable environment for visitors. Along with adding a ireplace, a reception area was added off of the main entrance to accommodate guests with information and assistance. The looring solution was based off of an earthly color pallet to create an aesthetically pleasing interior space.
Physical Model Views
A. Lounge B. Reception desk C. Dining area
D. Entrance E. Bathrooms F. Mechanical space
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C D
First Floor Plan
Interior Perspective
West Elevation
URBAN
[Carbondale, IL] 3
Design Problem
The Urban Inill project was for second year design studio. The challenge was to create an inill structure in Carbondale, IL that it the needs of a chosen client. The client was Chad Schwartz, who is an assistant professor of architecture at Southern Illinois University.
Design Solution The solution was to create a housing area for Chad Schwartz and his family as well as an architecture irm for business purposes. The request for a housing and business program created a challenge of being able to keep them separate but also easily accessible. To accomplish this, two separate entrances were located on the east facade of the building and one on the west. The two entrances on the east served for client purposes on ground level while the other served for family and guest purposes that led to the housing area. The west entrance was created for the client’s personal use.
INFILL
Process
1. Initial facade design using parallel grid system
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2. Courtyard shaft developed with parallel planes
Model with Context To develop an inill project that would relate contextually to its surrondings, a grid system was developed based off of the existing buildings. The grid system was developed with parallel planes to form the facade design. Also with the parallel grid system a shaft was developed to create a courtyard at the center. The courtyard served not only as a green space but also as a way of letting natural light into the structure to create a more sustainable design .
3. Revised facade with functional program
Storage Bedroom
Bedroom
Bath Garage
East Elevation
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11’
22’
44’
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11’
22’
44’
Storage Office
Recreation Bathroom
Restroom Bedroom
Art room Break room
Storage
West Elevation
Kitchen Bedroom Dining
Library
Utility
Model shop Half Bath Presentation Living Area
Balcony Lobby 0
First Floor Plan
Building Section
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8’
16’
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8’
16’
Second Floor Plan
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3.5’
7’
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[Carbondale, IL]
DEEP Design Problem 7
Deep Woods was a project for third year design studio. The challenge was to choose a client and develop a structure in a wooded area that served the client’s purposes. The client, Allison Woodworth, requested a housing area located in the deep woods of Carbondale, IL off of Crab Orchard Lake.
Design Solution The solution was to create a structure that worked well with the chosen location. The building is located on a water front that offers scenic views. To capture the picturesque views, the structure was oriented towards the water with several opportunities for viewing. To accommodate for the topography in the area, the structure was sculpted to move with the land. Also, an observatory was created at the top of the structure because the client, Allison Woodworth was interested in stargazing.
WOODS
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Process To create a structure that would be integrated into the topography, the structural form was altered to appear as if the building was sculpted with the land. Also, retaining walls leading to the entrance were created to follow the plane of the roof system to reinforce the integration of the structure into the topography.
A. Entrance B. Dining/ Kitchen C. Bathrooms D. Recreation/Family Room
E. Bedrooms F. Balcony G. Storage H. Theater Room
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D A
0 7.5’ 15’
First Floor Plan E
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Basement Floor Plan
0 7.5’ 15’
30’
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Site Plan
Observatory/ viewing area Balcony
Site Section Physical Model
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5’ 10’
20’
44’ Site Plan
11’ 22’
TOWERING TIMBER
[Brooklyn, NY]
Design Problem Towering Timber was a project for third year design studio. The project is located in Red Hook, a neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. The challenge was to revitalize an existing area that had depreciated over time. The site was to include affordable housing, a center for innovative manufacturing of wood technology, and a distribution center.
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Design Solution The solution started with the idea of creating a campus-like layout to provide an aesthetically pleasing environment. By using a campus-like layout it also creates a sense of community among the residents and pedestrians. In order to create the sizeable structures needed, cross laminated timber was used in the design. The site has been known to endure great storms, so a structural skin was created to shield the structure from high winds as well as help shade the interior space from direct sunlight.
Residential Complex Perspective
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Process
The concept for this project was a deconstructed whole. The geometry of the buildings played on the idea that they could be “pushed� back together. This then allowed for the site to form a campus-like environment by providing an open plaza. The plaza in turn creates a sense of community for the residents and pedestrians.
Site Diagram
1. Proposed buildings 2. Site without buildings 3. Proposed site
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Site Plan
A. Accessible green roof B. Wood/digital facility C. Atrium D. Residential complex E. Plaza F. Bicycle shop G. Existing buildings
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Residential complex
Wood/digital facilty
Atrium
50’
100’
200’
CONNECTED CITY
[Dallas, TX]
Design Problem Connected City was a project for fourth year design studio based in Dallas, TX. The project is located on the southwest side of downtown Dallas. The challenge was to connect the Dallas downtown core to the Trinity River Project, as well as the west side of Dallas. The underlying issue was the infrastructure that created a barrier between the areas.
Design Solution
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The solution started with the most pressing issue, the wall of infrastructure. The idea to connect the Trinity River Project was based on utilizing intersecting site lines formed by the existing downtown streets, and using the intersection points as a hub. Sections of the site containing housing, entertainment, and commercial spaces would be located around the central hub forming an integrated solution. The central hub is formed over the infrastructure allowing for pedestrian circulation to and from the Trinity River Project.
Central Hub Perspective
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120’ 60’
240’
3. Team site program
2. Central hub integration
Phase one was a group portion which involved a team of ive to develop the new master plan for the Trinity River front in Dallas, TX. The idea of a central hub with a grid system was formed in this process to provide a connection that bridged Dallas’ wall of infrastucture. Branching off in four directions, the central hub served as a connection point to different residential, commerical, and recreational spaces, that would be developed by individual team members in phase two.
1. Team developed grid
Process
Site Plan
Model Process Study 1. Site with team program 2. Site with central hub 3. Site with team conceptual plan
Residential/ business district
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Grid system Central hub Riverfront park
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Amphitheater
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Business district Parking structure
Residential district 0
512’
2048’ 1024’
Residential/Business District Site Plan Phase Two:
Phase two broke down each section to be designed by individual team members. The residential/business district focused on providing an integrated solution with the central hub and the riverfront park. With the team developed grid system applied, paths were created to provide interesting site lines. Also the developed paths allowed for pedestrian circulation to provide a connection to the central hub and riverfront park.
Site grass Central hub Residential program Commercial/retail program Pedestrian trafic low
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Site Section
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512’ 128’
256’
Process
Site Program Diagram
1. Site circulation with riverfront park
1. Massing program 2. Proposed site with central hub 3. Site with conceptual massings 1.
Residential program Commercial/retail program
2. Central hub integration with site
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3. Conceptual site form constructed from team developed grid system
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Roadway under central hub
30’
90’ 60’
A.J. WOODWORTH
awoodworth3@siu.edu OBJECTIVE
519 N. Davis - Carbondale, IL - 217.840.7501
I am pursing an architectural internship position after I have completed graduate school to become a licensed architect.
EDUCATION
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Southern Illinois University -Carbondale, IL
B.S. In Architectural Studies | 2011-2014 - GPA 3.6 | 85 credits earned - Dean’s List | Spring 2012 - Fall 2013
Parkland Community College -Champaign, IL
General Education Studies | 2010 - 2011 - GPA 3.4 | 33 credits earned
Villa Grove High School -Villa Grove, IL
General Education | 2006 -2010 - GPA 3.4 - Honor Roll | Fall 2006 - Spring 2010
WORK EXPERIENCE SIU Web Services -Carbondale, IL
SIU School of Law -Carbondale, IL
SIU Achieve Program -Carbondale, IL
Woodworth Automotive -Arthur, IL
SKILLS + SOFTWARE
SIU Campus Web Developer | January 2013 - Present - Create/maintain SIU afiliated websites in a CMS - Assist department web designates with website development - Review/audit university websites - Create report forms (contact us/keep in touch forms) Contracted Web Developer | May 2013 - August 2013 - Worked with assistant dean to develop a website design layout - Developed/organized website for future management - Trained current faculty members on how to maintain the website - Launched school of law website: www.law.siu.edu SIU Architecture Student Tutor | August 2012 - January 2013 - Assisted students in furthering their education in architecture - Taught students how to use architectural computer programs - Helped improve student self-suficiency Computer Repair Technician | May 2010 - August 2012 - Diagnose vehicle computer systems for repair - Set up new computer systems/install needed software - Worked with other professionals over the phone - Troubleshoot/repair faulty electrical equipment Autodesk Products | Fall 2011 - Present - Revit Architecture - Autocad - 3ds Max Adobe Products | Fall 2011 - Present - Photoshop - Illustrator - InDesign