ABDIRAHMAN ABDI
PORTFOLIO
CONTENTS
1.
Grassroots
2.
701 9 th
Modular Living in Spokane
Mixed-Use on Lake Union
3.
Design + Detail
4.
Extracurricular Works
Detailing a Redesign
Selected personal design projects
[ Grassroots ] Fall 2020 / Architectural Design V
Micro-community
With the construction of I-90 through East-Central Spokane,..a..historically..neglected..community was further divided. Nearly 30% of East-Central Spokane falls below the poverty line and 43% of this community is home to African American residents due to this area’s history of redlining. Considering the issues at hand and the everencroaching development of this area, we were tasked to provide an architectural solution that addresses community needs while aiming to combat gentrification and the potential displacement of the residents in this neighborhood.
Grassroots..is..a..community-oriented..design solution that seeks to empower residents through the creation of their own ideal community. A series of highly adaptable, easy-to-erect column, beam, and panel systems allow room for growth while equipping east-central residents with the tools to build their own future. This approach pays attention to the socioeconomic conditions of this community and the existing natural order and urban fabric while encouraging gradual development over
Using a steel superstructure, additional structural elements can be added
Adaptable wall panels and plates clip onto the structure
Different building typologies can be facilitated using this method
Micro-communities, clusters in which there is a variety of programs allows for occupants to access vital services within their area
Over time, these microcommunities will then grow and connect thus creating an ideal community built and planned entirely by EastCentral Spokane residents.
There is a variance of scale along the site as well as a series of clusters and voids. Different programs are placed in relation to scale and the existing urban fabric.
Live
Community Work
Play
[ 701 9th ] Spring 2021 / Comprehensive Design Studio I Collaborators: Emma White, Dakota Adelhelm 2021 AIA Northwest + Pacific Student Design Award Nominee
Conceptual Sketches
Located on the southern end of Lake Union, our senior capstone project consists of interactive galleries, learning spaces, and laboratories for the CERID. The client came to us with a list of specialized problems they needed to solved for the building. These design challenges included a method for the building to engage the sidewalk below, a modest restaurant on the roof, and finally, a unique and site-specific façade. The facade consists of individual engineered wood louvers which clip into a track system tied and suspended from the structural mullions. The design addesses issues of shading, daylighting, visual interest, and interior experience while being a beautiful addition to the area.
Introducing yet another building to SLU seems like a straightforward task. However, the introduction and design of our programmatically varied development took many factors into consideration. Issues such as equity, comfort, sustainability, and community were the cornerstones of our design process. With this development, we hope to bring a sense of community equity in a heavily commercialized district by creating welcoming spaces while honoring area’s history through various design motifs and features.
PROGRAM
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC Our site presents numerous opportunities to take advantage of including views, recreational and transit infrastructure in close proximity to downtown.
VIEWS
The orientation of the façade louvers fall in line with the sun path of the area. The dematerialization of this façade occurs at points where less shading is needed and where views are of importance. While clustering occurs in places where optimal shading is necessary. The system keeps in line with Seattle’s 40% Glazing ratio.
EXPERIENCE
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SHADE
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BALCONY SLABTHERMAL THERMALBREAK BREAK SLAB POUR STOP BALCONY CONNECTOR POUR STOP ACCESS WALKWAY CONNECTOR ROD SUSPENSION ACCESS WALKWAY SUSPENDED CEILING SUSPENSION ROD
SUSPENDED CEILING
PARKLEX LOUVERED FACADE
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WALL SECTION AT CANTILEVERED BALCONY
TRACK SYSTEM PARKLEX LOUVERED FACADE MULLION TRACK SYSTEM CURTAIN WALL MULLION MULLION SLAB CURTAIN WALL MULLION CASING SLAB GIRDER CASING FASCIA GIRDER SOFFIT FASCIA SOFFIT
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WALL SECTION AT CANTILEVERED BALCONY
Level 1 STEAM Gallery
Level 2 STEAM Gallery
Levels 3-7 CERID Laboratories
Rooftop Lounge
The Living Building Challenge is a rigorous performance standard for buildings. We used this regenerative design framework to create spaces that give more than they take. The LBC is organized into seven performance areas. With our building, we managed to satisfy most of the criteria necessary in obtaining a LBC Certified building given our site, code, and budgetary constraints.
72%
LIVING BUILDING CHALLE
ENGE CERTIFIED
[ Design + Detail ] Fall 2020 / Seminar in Architectural Communication Collaborators: Carson Harris
Designed by Integrus Architects, the Spokane Falls Community College music building was used as a case study for this design detail re-design project. There were four phases in this re-design including design and implementation of a terra cotta rainscreen facade, new window systems, a new curtain wall and entry, and a re-design of a stair. Each of these phases were designed with aesthetics and practicality in mind with an emphasis on experience and program.
Throughout the design process, we were tasked with accentuating the functionality of the building through the various design interventions. The process was a thoughtful one with research on materiality, manufacturers and installation procedures, as well as issues directed at sustainability all while understanding the building and its intended uses.
RAINSCREEN Drawing inspiration from piano keys, the rainscreen design is made of grooved terra cotta panels with a profile similar to piano keys through an alternating color pattern. This rainscreen assembly is easy to install through the use of a clip system along a horizontal substructure. The parapet also utilizes a terra cotta coping giving this facade a clean, nicely detailed appearance.
TERRACOTTA COPING SHILDAN M2 TOP CLIP
SHILDEN TERRACOTTA PANEL
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2.
1 A101
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TERRACOTTA RAINSCREEN PANELS
ELASTOMERIC ROOFING ON RIGID INSULATION ON METAL DECK TYPICAL
SHILDAN M2 ALUMINUM CLIPS VERTICAL METAL SUPPORTS 1" RIGID INSULATION
8" MTL STUDS SEE STRUCTURAL
CEILING AS SCHEDULED
4. 5. 6.
BRACED FRAME
WIDE FLANGE BEAM SEE STRUCTURAL
ALUMINUM CLIPS
4" AIR GAP
1/2" GYPSUM SHEATHING MIN. R-21 BATT INSULATION
WIDE FLANGE BEAM SEE STRUCTURAL
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PARAPET DETAIL
1 1/2" = 1" Parapet Detail
CONCRETE SLAB ON MTL DECK SEE STRUCTURAL
TERRACOTTA RAINSCREEN PANELS
MIN. R-21 BATT INSULATION VERTICAL METAL SUPPORTS
SHILDAN M2 ALUMINUM CLIPS
CEILING AS SCHEDULED
KEY
AIR BARRIER
4" AIR GAP
1. TERRA COTTA PANEL
1/2" GYPSUM SHEATHING
2. ALUMINUM ANGLE
8" MTL STUDS SEE STRUCTURAL
3. ALUMINUM ANGLE
ALUMINUM HORIZONTAL Z-GIRTS
4. SPACER
FORMED ALUMINUM FLASHING
5. FASTENING ALUMINUM CLIP 6. HORIZONTAL SUBSTRUCTURE 2 A101
SHILDEN M2 BOTTOM CLIP
GRADE
ALUMINUM PERFORATED FORMED CLIP
CONCRETE SLAB ON MTL DECK SEE STRUCTURAL
WEST WALL SECTION 1 1/2" = 1"
ALUMINUM CLIP ANGLE BACKER ROD AND SEALANT 2
BASE DETAIL 1 1/2" = 1"
Base Detail
PUNCHED OPENING The arrangement is made of a punched opening with metal protrusions on either side of the window with the interior protrusion allowing for use as a desk space while the exterior acts as a shading mechanism while adding variation.
The EBE 65 steel frame window by Secco Sistemi is durable and responsive to temperature. The finishing is corten steel while the protrusions also are made of a powder coat steel with a cohesive match.
MIN. R-21 BATT INSULATION
FLASHING THERMAL BREAK
65 MM CORTEN STEEL FRAME CORTEN STEEL EXTRUSION
GLAZING
THERMAL BREAK CAULKING
3/4" SCREW
1" RIGID INSULATION 4" AIR GAP
1/2" GYPSUM SHEATHING
8" STUDS
WINDOW DETIALS 1"=3'
Wall Detail
CURTAIN WALL + ENTRY The improvements made to the entry condition establishes an indooroutdoor with the addition of pivot doors lining the lower level of the curtain wall allowing the space to be transformed with a variety of programs. The vertical and horizontal fins compliment the building stylistically, offer shade and light diffusion, and accentuate circulation through their strategic placement. 1/4" THICK CORTEN STEEL FIN
1/4" WIDE METAL BRACKET 16'-0"
7'-11 5/16" 1/4" GLAZING STEEL STIFFENER
SOLAR INNOVATIONS PIVOT DOOR
12'-0" DOOR HANDLE
3'-0"
Curtain wall design axonometric view
SECTION AA Wall Section
GRADE
SCALE: 1"=2'
4. STAIR This stair design is one that keeps aesthics and code requirements in mind. The stair is cladded with a sleek fiber cement and highlighted with steel channels to accentuate circulation while concealing the handrail in an inner channel.
The materiality falls in line with other aspects of the building thus bringing a sense of cohesion while the variance in texture gives users a unique sensory experience. The tread and risers made of a welded anti-slip steel plates with an enclosed underside to ensure the clean, nicely detailed appearance.
1/4" BLACK CONCRETE BOARD
1/4" THICK STEEL RISER
0'-6 1/2"
0'-7"
1/2" SCREW 1/4" THICK TUBE STEEL STRINGER
1/4" BRUSHED STEEL 1'-0"
0'-5"
1-1/2" HANDRAIL 0'-8 1/2"
2"x3" WOOD BLOCKING
0'-2"
HANDRAIL DETAIL 1/4" THICK STEEL RISER 1/4" THICK TUBE STEEL STRINGER
KEY
POWDER COAT STEEL INNER CHANNEL
1/4" BLACK CONCRETE BOARD
WOOD RAILING 0'-10"
POWDER COAT STEEL OUTER CHANNEL
0'-6 1/2"
WELDED STEEL RISER + TREAD
1/2" SCREW 1/4" BRUSHED STEEL
STRINGER STEEL STUD
0'-6"
FIBER CEMENT PANELS
1-1/2" HANDRAIL
1/4" WELD
0'-8 1/2"
STAIR WALL
2"x3" WOOD BLOCKING
0'-2"
1/4" THICK STEEL RISER 1/4" THICK TUBE STEEL STRINGER
0'-10"
0'-6"
1/4" BLACK CONCRETE BOARD
1/4" WELD
1/4" THICK STEEL RISER
0'-6 1/2"
0'-7"
1/2" SCREW 1/4" THICK TUBE STEEL STRINGER
1/4" BRUSHED STEEL 1-1/2" HANDRAIL 0'-8 1/2" 0'-2"
2"x3" WOOD BLOCKING
0'-5"
1'-0"
[ Extracurricular Works ] Personal / Freelance creative works
Postcard from the City of Brussels (2018)
Personal artworks ( Watercolor, pen sketches)
ABDIRAHMAN ABDI (206) 960-5951 Abdirahman.Abdi@WSU.EDU