Alyssa Menolascino by Alyssa Menolascino

Alyssa Menolascino Undergraduate Porfolio

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Second Year Projects 2013-2014

01_Nine Square

Creating a design based from a simple idea has been a basis for Architecture since the beginning of the profession. Simple geometries can turn into complex spaces; lines can be added and subtracted to add hierarchy and two-dimensional volumes. Lines are tools of the Architect, formed in such a way to create inhabitable spaces. Architecture is dependent on lines and it is up to the Architect to transform these lines into coherent and emotion provoking spaces. The purpose of this project is to use lines in a manner that not only expresses a concept but promotes the use of space and void. By starting from a compilation of lines in a precise organized geometrical grid the following compositions were created. It allowed a push and pull in a way of space and void and is reflected in two and three dimensional squares. All squares are related although different, and lines strategically pulled throughout the composition add a sense of unity to the piece.

02_Levels Champaign, Il

Champaign county is a warm and homey neighborhood with many traditional style homes. The addition of a modern home may initially seem harsh, but with the use of warm materials and a comfort focused layout the traditional aspects are still present in this home. The placement of trees and shrubs are necessary to soften the facade but also allow the home to fully engulfed in the site. To take advantage of the site this home has many different levels that also act as dividers of space. This division of space does no take away from the openness of the floor plans but allows anyone entering the home to be drawn in further.

Design Development

Parti Diagram

Sustainability Diagram

The separation of space is in response to the slope of the site as well as dividing space without the addition of walls.

In this design, large windows on the west facade will allow thermal energy to captured into the exposed concrete floor slabs. This will allow heat energy to be released in the evenings to heat the home.

Circulation Diagram

Structural Diagram

Due to the level changes placed on both floors, the circulation is fairly simple. The stairs in both levels guide the visitor through the space since there are not many walls on the interior of this home.

The structure of this design will be enclosed within the walls and floor slabs. This will create very smooth interior and exterior spaces.

Concrete Weathering Study

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Newly Poured Concrete

Second Floor Plan 6 month old concrete exposed to exterior elements

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1 year old concrete exposed to exterior elements

Planometric Rendering

Several years old concrete exposed to exterior elements

Ground Floor Plan

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Third Year Projects 2014-2015

06_No Interference

Kickapoo State Park, Oakwood, IL Latitude: N 40.1167 Longitude: W -87.73586

Structures are developed out of the necessity of humans. In many cases this necessity takes precedent over the collateral damage caused to the environment by fulfilling these needs. In recent years, environmental awareness has become a pressing issue in architectural design. New findings can provide architects with information to design buildings that coexist with the land it is built on without destroying what is there. Dancers are greatly impacted by the environment they perform in. Lighting, views and the overall emotion provoked by the space can have a large impact on the choreography produced in a space. For this project, designing an inspiring space for dance while also having this space having limited interference with the natural flow of the land, was a gentle process.

Recognition and Organization

Receptiveness

Taking note of preexisting topography and making slight adjustments to enhance space

Making it simple for someone with a disability to access building without excluding them from views and environmental experiences

Massing with Personal Experience Taking information gained from personal experience with dance and applying it to the geometrical make up of building

Incorporated Landscape Landscape and structure coexist in an inspiring space that incorporates exterior and interior spaces

Preliminary Design

Dance Studio 1

Women’s Restroom

Men’s Restroom

Dance Studio 2

Roof Lighting Study: September 29th, 2014 at 2:00pm

10_Distiction

Kickapoo State Park, Oakwood, IL Latitude: N 40.1167 Longitude: W -87.73586

Materials within a structure can be viewed as either contrasting or unified. Even so, materials chosen for a project may be contrasting in texture and color but when combined, create a unified space. A material change can have a large impact on the viewerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience. As seen in Distinction, the walking path is made from concrete but once inside the structure the material being walked on is white oak. Material changes like this one, allow the viewers to subconsciously confirm that they are experiencing a new space. The white oak flooring covers the extents of the floor within the structure as well as the outdoor deck space. Although subtle, material changes can alter a feeling while still maintaining a unique relationship. With the line of unification and distinction somewhat blurred it is hard to hard to say where a specific design would fall. It is up to the designer to push their ideas to the side of the spectrum which they see fit. In this case, the distinction of materials and the way theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re used defines form and design.

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Means of Egress

Material Sustainability Study The site location of Kickapoo State Park made the material choices for this project an important decision. In the research of material properties, I came across embodied energy and insulation as the two key factors of material choices for this design. Embodied energy is the energy used to win raw materials, convert them into construction materials, transport the raw materials and to use them to build a structure. This calls for the use of local materials. Insulation is to cover, line or separate with a material that prevents or reduces the passage, transfer of leakage of heat, electricity or sound. For this area the use of insulation is more realistic since there is not a ton of sunlight through the tree canopies. The three main materials for this project are wood, glass and concrete. Wood being used most frequently, needs to come from reused trees from the site clearance again within this space. Concrete has a fairly low embodied energy and can work as a thermal mass. Concrete is a good material choice for this project. The glass chosen for this project needs to allow light in with minimum glare and that will still allow natural light in. There are many products on the market that will allow this to be achieved.

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Building Materials Insulated Red Oak as wooden posts used for walls. Noninsulated Red Oak used for exterior posts lining path and exterior posts lining the entrance and lobby space.

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White Oak for flooring on exterior and interior. Oak is a hard wood that will help control the amount of maintenance needed on the flooring and the exterior.

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Tinted, low-e double pane glass to reduce glare and give a softer reflective light from the floor lights.

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Dark tinted concrete for load bearing L-shaped wall, retaining walls and short wall element lining the path with reflected light.

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Ground Floor Plan

Light concrete used to pave path and as the roof and ceiling to conceal electrical, HVAC and structural systems.

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Section BB

16_Generations Chicago, IL

Within Lincoln Park, the age range varies anywhere from 30-55. The inclusion of a library has potential to draw people of all ages even outside of the 30-55 range. With an increase of youth (below 30) and senior (above 55) population, this area would flourish. How these people would travel to the site was a main focus for this design and then once in the area, how these groups would interact with the library. The purpose of a library varies for each age group that visits it; The division of space is based on the seperate needs of the visitor. Generations aims to draw in a wide variet of people while still providing a space for education and lesuire.

EDUCATION ENTERTAINMENT

RESIDENTIAL

Youth means of transportation to the site

LaSalle Street Facade Material Study

EDUCATION ENTERTAINMENT

RESIDENTIAL

Senior means of transportation to the site

North Avenue Facade Material Study

MEN’S TOILET ROOM

WOMEN’S TOILET ROOM

STUDY ROOM #1

NON-FICTION GARAGE

CHILDREN’S AREA

EXHIBITION SPACE

STUDY ROOM #2

OFFICE SPACE

FICTION STUDY ROOM #3

SEMINAR/MULTI PURPOSE ROOM

CAFE ATRIUM

Ground Floor Plan

Second Floor Plan

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UP MEN’S TOILET ROOM

WOMEN’S TOILET ROOM

MEN’S TOILET ROOM

WOMEN’S TOILET ROOM

OUTDOOR PATIO

GROUP TABLES/ MULTIPURPOSE SPACE MAIN STACKS

READING NOOKS

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MEETING/SEMINAR ROOMS

Third Floor Plan

Fourth Floor Plan

East Elevation

Section BB

South Elevation

Section AA

Fourth Year Projects 2015-Present

22_The Crossing Barcelona, Spain Longitude: 2 9â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Latitude: 41 22â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Barcelona is currently one of the most traveled to destinations in the world. With the surrounding shopping, restaurants and architecture this city is a hot spot for tourist activity. In the midst of all this the need to house people for a short or extended period of time is necessary. There is an ever pressing need for hotels. In the crossing, the desire to add this hotel while not impeding on the existing site was crucial. The long bridge that extends from one garden to the next is added not only to bring people into the Cafe, located on the second floor but also, allow those visiting one garden to have direct access to the garden across the street. This idea of crossing from one side to the other is repeated within the circulation of the building as well as the orientation of the rooms.

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Site Map

Addition of roof as an element of connection

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Central Mechanical System stems from vertical shafts surrounding stair case. Each room will have its own heating and cooling unit to adjust temperatures accordingly.

Sun Angles for early morning

Semi-Conditioned Space/strictly circulation Operable louvers on North-East and South-West Facades, also present on West facade where applicable.

Photovoltaic Roof Panel Z-Channel connection element Roof Girder Steel Column Cap

Steel roof system to support a solar panel system leaving space for cooling of the panels while also angled for the collection of water.

All Closed

Screens on balconies added for privacy purposes. Mimics screen design on North East facade

Steel window frame Operable window for circulation and self conditioning of space in every room within the hotel

Exhaust system to exit through plumbing wall

Four pipe water based system from vertical shaft source

1200mm x 250mm Hollow Core Beam Slabs 400mm x 600mm Concrete Girders

Air pulled from exterior through heat pump

Above ceiling heat pump with a four pipe system Unit Dimensions: 1525mmx760mmx300mm

Conditioned air entering room

All Open

400mm x 400mm Concrete Columns

Air to be recirculated

Spandrel Glass (Double Paned, Low-e with insulation and steel plate as a cap on the interior)

Green wall watered by rainwater through water collection system

Low-e, Double Paned Glass placed within curtain walls

Ground level in garden to be lowered to allow natural light into the basement level. Moisture Barrier Foundation Wall Insulation 400mm thick Foundation Wall

1000mmx1000mm Concrete Footings

Sustainability and Technical systems Diagram

Rainwater collection system stems from roof and then drained into the mechanical room.

Alternating Open/Closed

Operable Louvers positioning options

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A Administration Office

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23m

11.40m

Lobby

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Administration Office

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Women’s Restroom

Men’s Restroom

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Ground Floor Plan

Structural Axonometric

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Guest Room

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Guest Room

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Guest Room

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Storage

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Guest Room

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Guest Room

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Guest Room

Third Floor Plan

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Guest Room

Kitchen C.1

Section AA

Storage UP

Second Floor Plan

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Cafe

Fourth Floor Plan

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Typical Guest Room

Typical Guest Room Plan

Photovoltaic Panels The wood for the screen is to come from trees that have to be removed from the site in order to make room for construction.

Frosted Glass Panels

Double Pane, Low-e Glass Panels

Northeast Elevation

Southwest Elevation

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unorthodox Architectureâ&#x20AC;?, Joan Miro Museum Barcelona, Spain

Zaragoza Expo Zaragoza, Spain

Caixa Forum Zaragoza, Spain

28_Analytical Sketches While travelling on my study abroad trip for the duration of my final undergraduate year, I was given the opportunity to participate in several sketching trips and was assigned sketching assignments all of which taught me something new about how to analyze buildings. To just draw a one point perspective of a building is not enough in most cases. To begin drawing things that one can not necessarily see while also taking note of details is the start of truly understanding not only the building but also the architect of each building. The idea is to see the building how the architect envisioned it in plan, section, elevation, etc... The elegance presented by the architect of each building varies greatly on the buildings surroundings, the client, and the purpose each building will have to these areas. All buildings contain elements waiting to be discovered and this trip enabled me to explore these elements in buildings I would not have had access to otherwise.

St.Stehpenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basilica Budapest, Hungary

Can Framis Museum Barcelona, Spain

Church of Sant Pau Barcelona, Spain

Santa Maria Del Mar Barcelona, Spain

Castillo de Loarre Huesca, Spain