Portfolio ANNA Design University of Oregon GREEN B. Arch 2015
FURNITURE DESIGN
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VESSEL
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GLASSBLOWING
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GRAPHIC LAYOUT
ARCHITECTURE
RESUME
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While sitting at my studio desk, plagued by discomfort and backpain, I designed a multi-functional chair. A stool and lounge chair all in one- the LiveWork Chair supports working, resting, and your back. Technically, the chair needed to be light enough to rotate with ease, strong enough to support the horizontal and vertical orientations, and malleable enough to be comfortable. The frame is built with white Ash wood and the seat is woven with shaker tape- the traditional fabric used for Shaker furniture.
FURNITURE DESIGN li ve | work chair
PRODUCT DESIGN vessel
The vessel was produced using one 4 x 4 sheet of plywood, cut into rings and sanded down. The vessel’s purpose is to stimulate the senses of touch and and sight. It is designed to imply the weight of water and borrows its form from a water drop.
G L A S S B LO W I N G
Above: A set of drinking glasses designed to mirror the chaos of white water crashing over rocks. Top Right: Canteen vase Bottom Right: drinking glass with handle.
GRAPHIC LAYOUT Platform Market | oyster bar & market | copenhagen
Design should begin and end at the human scale, this project seeks to create places that inform activity and public gathering without imposing specific implications of use. In order to achieve this goal, a sequence of spaces created that would draw people in and allow them to stay while maintaining a sense of ambiguity. Within this ambiguity, people can begin to create their own dynamics of use and interactions. As the dynamics and interactions change and morph over time, the spaces can become more defined. By allowing the users to create their own definition for the market space, the human scale of design will always be maintained and continually developed.
above: precedents taken from site visits throughout Scandinavia. The human scale and social interaction are the focus of these designs.
below: the design is rooted in the idea of growth based on human necessity of shelter, food, and light. The diagrams display how the space can change and grow according to the needs of the visitors. Initially, there exists only what is necessary to encourage gathering: platforms. As time passes, poles and sails are added for protection and spatial identity. Lastly, when necessary, a building can be erected to create a permanent shelter and food source.
Above: Project from the Danish Institute of Study Abroad progam. Three week design project of a harbor-side oyster market and bar. Right: ‘Envision the New School of Architecture’ competition. Imagines a transformative learning experience between creative minds.
A spark of inspiration sets a project in motion. With the spark comes a surge of thoughts, a chaotic and colorful mess of opportunities that need to be filtered. An idea is actualized with the tools and environment we choose for ourselves. Once our work is shared with others a new spark of inspiration is lit. Here are the four essential modes of learning that make up a transformative experience.
Collaborative learning requires spaces for spontaneous creativity. We need flexible spaces that can facilitate a variety of interactions at all scales. Spaces for students to exchange ideas with each other, professors, and the University of Oregon community.
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The Method of Creativity
Creative minds have a lot to contribute to the structure of education. We need an infrastructure that allows direct input that continues the ongoing conversation of how spaces and teaching guide our learning. We need the physical, digital, and verbal tools to express our opinions.
“i benefit from being near a social hub. i like the diversity of people and tasks. there is something about being around other people that helps me focus on my own work at hand.”
sam, product design.
To continue inspiring others we need space to exhibit our work for the A&AA and University of Oregon communities. Sharing our work for others encourages people to continue researching, creating, and collaborating. This is imperative for the longevity of a vibrant and transformative learning environment.
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“working with my hands is essential for an impactful learning experience.”
dominic, landscape architecture.
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june, fine art.
ARCHITECTURE place of reflection
Above: ‘Place of Reflection’ studio project sited in the Oregon forest. Designed to change shape with the changing of seasons. Right: ‘The Gastropoda’ was a full-scale mockup of a gridshell structure.
ARCHITECTURE li ve | work community
The ‘Live | Work’ project is an apartment building and art studio complex designed to incorporate Eugene’s formerly homeless community into the growing city.
Second Floor
Fourth Floor
First Floor
Third Floor
thank you. Anna Green 2955 Alder Street Eugene, Oregon 97405 +1 (858) 752-4048 annabirgittagreen@gmail.com
ANNA GREEN Objective
Work Experience
Education
Qualifications & Skills
Relevant Experiences
2955 Alder Street Eugene, Oregon 97405 +1 (858) 752-4048 annabirgittagreen@gmail.com
To work within the field of architecture as a liaison between the design world and our world at large. To better our means of living using conscientious and sensitive design techniques. Intern at Chambers Construction, Sep-Dec. 2014 Worked on-site during the construction of an apartment complex. worked directly with the project engineer to process and post RFIs, organized the spec books, and attended weekly meetings and site tours with the architect and subcontractors. Research Assistant in Environmental Science Department, 2012-2015 Developed a comprehensive database and website that graphs and represents the potential of colleges and universities across the United States to produce renewable energy technologies. Volunteer Tutor at Eugene Juvenile Detention Facility, Winter 2015 Worked one-on-one with at-risk teens in the juvenile detention facility. Helped students to develope better learning habits and basic math and science skills. 1st year Swedish Teacher’s Assistant, 2011 Led 15 students in developing their spoken and written Swedish language skills. Reviewed homework, worked with individual students, and communicated with professor. Administrative Assistant at The Seany Foundation for Pediatric Cancer Research, 2008-2010 Made connections with potential donors, contributed to the organization and planning of charity events, and spread awareness of our cause to local organizations and businesses.
University of Oregon, Fall 2010-Spring 2015 Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) The Robert D. Clark Honors College Danish Institute of Study Abroad, Summer 2014
Strong Communication Skills: verbally and visually Multilingual: fluent in English and Swedish, conversational in Spanish Drafting: autoCAD, hand drafting 3D Modeling: Sketchup, Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, physical model-making Layout/Presentation: Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), sketching Team/Collaboration: team projects and competitions throughout education Additional: BlueBeam, Word, Excell, Powerpoint, Keynote, Google Spreadsheets
Research: Undergraduate thesis on renewable energy and sustainability on college campuses, Winter 2015 Thesis to be published in June 2015 with Springer Publishing Co. Presentation: Presented at the PSU Sustainability Conference, Fall 2013 Competitions: 120 Hours architecture competition, Winter 2014: entrant Envision the New School of Architecture, Winter 2015: judging ongoing Teaching: Mentor to first-year architecture students. Reviewed studio work and helped answer questions about design and student life.