PORTFOLIO University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee B.Arch
Andrea Garcia-Rangel
Contents:
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By-Passing Skin
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Willow Elementary
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NOMA Nest
Hydronic CO-OP Proposal
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Tejido
Detail A
By-Passing Skin Milwaukee, WI 2023 // Building Construction The project seen here involves designing a typical bay of a glass clad steel frame for a reading room on a small college campus facing a river. This south facade will feature a 1” insulating glass that provides a view to the river while managing solar gain and glare. The adjacent west wall is a 20” masonry wall. The section drawing incorporates a mechanical strategy to prevent down drafting off the glass and addresses heating, cooling, and ventilation for the reading area. The design will utilize a singular vertical aluminum element, specifically Kawneer’s 1600 wall system mullion “162-002” , with a wind design loading 30 PSF for double twin span.
Detail B
Detail C Elevation 3/8”=1’
Here we see this illustrated in a typical bay elevation, a wall section, and a plan section all scaled at 3/8”=1’. On the following page there are three details highlighting different parts of the section drawing, all drawn at 1 1/2”=1’.
Section 3/8”=1’
Plan 3/8”=1’
Black Silicone Adhesive Kawneer's 1600 Wall System 1 Mullion "162-002"
Detail A 1 1/2"=1'
Sealant and Backer Rod Insulation
Desiccant Beads
HVAC Vent
Floor Slabs W/Radiant Heating/Cooling Concrete Slab
Flashing
Insulation Green Roof
Kawneer's 1600 Wall System 1 Mullion "162-002"
3 21 " Steel Decking
Concrete Footing
CW Slip Connection
HVAC Duct
18" Deep Steel I Beam
Wood Blocking
Detail C 1 1/2"=1' 3" Rigid Insulation
Surface 1: Anti Bird Collision Glass Coating
Surface 3: frit pattern on glass for solar gain reduction
Celvis
Anchoring
Surface 2: Low E-Coating
Detail B 1 1/2"=1'
Willow Elementary Milwaukee, WI 2023 // Architecture Design Studio II Contributers// Abigail Heyroth Our proposed elementary school design concept draws inspiration from the nurturing qualities of a tree, creating an environment that ties into nature. This concept aims to provide a holistic and enriching educational experience. A few key elements we witness throughout this design proposal are the following: Architectural Design: - The design of the building mimics the structure of a tree, with branches extending outward to form classrooms, labs, and communal spaces. For structural supports where cantilevers are present we use supports that also mimic the shape of a tree trunk. - Large windows are used creating a bright and inviting atmosphere while reducing energy consumption. -Nature-inspired color schemes and materials were chosen to create a calming and inspiring atmosphere within the classrooms. Green Spaces: -Courtyards and outdoor learning areas are placed purposely to resemble the space around a tree’s trunk, providing students with opportunities to connect with nature. Classroom Design: -Flexible and modular furniture allows for versatile learning arrangements, promoting collaborative and interactive teaching methods.
Exterior render of Willow Elementary
Milwaukee River
Site
1311 E Chambers St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Site Analysis
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Site Plan Scale : 1/32” =1’
Scale 1/8” = 1’
Ground Floor Plan
Scale 1/8” = 1’
Second Floor Plan
Central outdoor classroom allows kids to have a safe environment to explore and play within.
Main hallway, and partial atrium render.
Model photos of exterior of the school.
Interior photo of model showing atrium space along with part of the second level.
Facade detail photo along view of a classroom space on the second level.
Interior model photo of second level.
Interior photo of model showing atrium space along with stairs used as seating for kids to have a space to read, as well as showing partial views to entrance and second level.
Hydronic Co-Op Proposal Milwaukee, WI 2023 // Architecture Intermediate Design Studio Contributers// Lor Dakwar, Payton Marki, Maureen McGowan Located in Madison Wisconsin our group proposed an affordable housing, agriculture based co-op. By redefining the boundaries of working we have instilled a way to live that includes ‘working’ by providing for oneself and the direct community through hydroponic growing. Residential rental opportunities are directly available with reduced costs per hours of “work” contributed to the hydroponic farm.
CITY OF MADISON - FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
ACCORDING TO THE WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL, THE AVERAGE RENTER CANNOT AFFORD RENTING A NEWER APARTMENT BUILDING + ANNUAL RENT COSTS SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE. . .
AVERAGE...
HOUSEHOLD INCOME = $95,700
RENT = $1597
INCOME FOR ADULTS AGE 24-44 = $78,000
AREA = 838 SQ FT INCREASES CLOSER TO UW-MADISON CAMPUS
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME = $70,466 74% OF STUDENTS LIVE OFF CAMPUS
HIGHEST YEAR-OVER-YEAR RENT INCREASES IN THE NATION
14.1% GROWTH RATE
122,561 HOUSING UNITS
52.39% RENTER OCCUPIED
26% OF STUDENTS LIVE IN DORMS
Ground Plan 1”=20’
Typical Plan 1”=20’
Oblique drawing showing site plan and slicing into parts of the interior program of the building.
The NOMA Nest Milwaukee, WI 2021 // NOMA Design Competition Contributers// Danya Hani Almoghrabi, Natalie Ann Kuehl, Maysam Jamal Abdeljaber, Moctezuma Lopez The 2021 NOMA design competition was located in Detroit, Michigan. As a team we were given the challenge to create a master plan for a complete community with the NOMA Legacy Headquarters as the anchor. Within this community we had to also consider access to jobs, shopping, learning, open space, recreation, along with other amenities and services. Black communities in America have historically had the highest unemployment rates, with the current Black unemployment rate in Michigan at 8.2% (USBLS). Additionally, the demolition of the Brewster-Douglas Projects led to the displacement of the Douglas community and their homes. The NOMA Nest aims to support the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community by providing flexible spaces for businesses, affordable housing, and family support resources that are designed to help individuals rebuild their neighborhood. The NOMA Nest invites the once displaced Douglas community back and serves the people of Detroit by celebrating NOMA’ s mission to support Black excellence and love for all people through commissioning local Detroit artists such as Sydney G. James and ljania Cortez to create murals and installations around the NOMA campus that honor Black culture. The NOMA Nest creates a home for all people within the community by inviting individuals to socialize in basketball courts, skateboarding parks, outdoor picnic areas, a rooftop fitness space, and rooftop gardens that are all connected to the NOMA headquarters and courtyard which acts as a central hub for the community.
“Tejido” Milwaukee, WI 2020 // Architectural Making I “Tejido” was a chair design exercise for my Architectural Making 1 class, this upholstered barstool I designed was something that represented my Mexican culture and I took this opportunity to create something that would represent the beauty of it. At first glance this chairs attention grabber is the design of the seat and backrest. These two pieces were created using a classic Mexican method that is found in their own traditional handcrafted chairs. This method is called “tejiendo” which translates to “weaving”. In Mexico when you come across these vintage chairs the “tejido” is created by using “mecate” (a rough type of rope) to form the seats of the chairs. Here, due to the small scale of it I used yarn to achieve the look of it. The artwork incorporated onto the backrest and cross bars is Mexican folk art.