a r d i t samarxhiu
advanced|design portofolio
ardit samarxhiu
asamarxhiu@mail.usf.edu
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA | SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE+COMMUNITY DESIGN
TABLE OF CONTENTS ADVANCED DESIGN - A
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
ADVANCED DESIGN - C
FUTURE FLOOD STUDIO
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CONCEPT
This project is based on the acknowledgment of less fortunate groups of people in our communities and how we can help them through better understanding their needs, social dynamics and quality of life improvements. Students were to choose two different resident groups that are in need of affordable housing such as: students, seniors, low income families, at risk of becoming homeless, homeless, etc. These two groups had to be separate but have major defining moments where they come together.
MIRROR LAKE| ST. PETERSBURG FL.
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SITES CLOSE PARKING IMPORTANT BUILDINGS GREEN SPACES ART CENTERS CENTRAL AVENUE BUS STOPS
SITE ANALYSIS We started the project with two sites near Mirror Lake in St. Petersburg, FL. Then we were tasked into creating a site analysis that would later help us into choosing one of the two. Based on my findings I chose the site closest to the lake. This location would give our residents easier access to important buildings such as: schools, daycares, public library, stores, public health offices and schools. Site A is around a three minute walk to Central Avenue which also has a greater possibility for residents to find jobs. This site also benefits from having better views of the lake, less traffic, more open space and extra overflow public parking around.
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PROCESS MODELS The analysis brought forth a few main ideas that were then implemented into the design. The first being the orientation of the building, then how the residents enter/exit the structure, lastly the interaction of the groups within the structure. This is also the point where we chose the two resident groups. For me I found the location perfect for Senior Living and Low Income Families From the beginning I wanted these two groups of residents to be separated from each-other but also have an area where they can come together and interact with each-other on a daily basis. Each tower would have the appropriate amenities according to the group as well as some that are in common. These towers would then be connect by the main circulation space in between them.
A great deal of time was put into the main circulation space that ties the two towers together while also acting as exterior sitting condition. The circulation also acts as a space for the two groups of people to interact with each-other. From the first design phases I was very aware of the necessity of bringing in natural light into the apartment. This created the opportunity to include as many large windows, skylights and balconies as possible. This necessity gave me the opportunity to create a large atrium in both of the towers that allows light to flood the interior spaces.
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This draft model was an experiment about lighting, circulation and facade. However, as the process continued it became about very specific type of lighting and how it shaped the interior circulation. The light slashes in both towers became the hallways and the main way to light them up. Further renditions of this design begin to show the facade and how important it is for the residents.
The final draft model above was all about how the residents would interact with the building. An ADA stair ramp is implemented in the North side of the building and it serves as a way for handicap people to go on the main level. Flanking the ramp on both sides are seating areas where the residents can sit and enjoy the view of the lake, On the south side, a similar idea of the stairs is implemented but without the ramp.
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FINAL SECTION MODEL
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FINAL DRAWINGS
SITE PLAN
LEVEL 2
1 - shops 2 - game room 3 - computer room 4 - shared kithcen 5 - storage room 6 - social worker offices
7 - clinic 8 - community shop 9 - leasing office 10 - library 11 - lounge
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 4 - 6
There are two different types of apartments, Each with two different subcategories. Unit Type A has 1 bed/1 bath with around 650sf - 750sf. This units are meant for small families between 2-3 people.
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UNIT TYPES
UNIT TYPE A - 1 1 Bed / 1 Bath apt. 680 sf.
UNIT TYPE B - 1 2 Bed / 2 Bath apt. 1000 sf.
UNIT TYPE A - 2 1 Bed / 1 Bath apt. 820 sf.
UNIT TYPE B - 2 2 Bed / 2 Bath apt. 1100 sf.
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SECTION| SOUTH
SECTION| NORTH
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ELEVATION| SOUTH
ELEVATION| NORTH
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FUTURE.FLOOD.STUDIO
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LANDSCAPE FUNCTION TRANSECT The semester assignments will build upon each other so that by the end we can identify realistic opportunities to mitigate the danger of future flood scenarios. It will begin by understanding the system of water: How does it move in, out and through the urban landscape? Next we will identify sites that are in peril, including people without sufficient resource to stay out of danger. Third we will research strategies for reducing those risks, due to flood. Lastly, the studio will propose solutions. In the end, we must build knowledge and a case for why Hillsborough County should change their course of actions. What projects or policies should they implement? The sites are for reference only. It is most important to catalogue the different components and policies that are associated with each landscape type. We will use the sites to understand those components, their relationships, their scale, size, depth, their affects, their function and as a place to take photos. Locate the path of water in the section The sites are for reference only. It is most important to catalogue the different components and policies that are associated with each landscape type. Use the sites to understand those components, their relationships, their scale, size, depth, their affects, their function and as a place to take photos. Create a visual essay of the sites and their components, and the function of each zone within the landscapes. How does water move through the site?
LETTUCE LAKE PARK
TELECOM PARK
TAKOMAH TRAIL PARK
GROUP MEMBERS
ARDIT SAMARXHIU - ABDOLHOSSEIN SHARABYANI - BRIAN AHMEDIC ASHLEY HYDRIC - CARSON BELL - VASILYA ALLAKHA VERDIEVA
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LETTUCE.LAKE.PARK
LETTUCE LAKE TRANSECT This transect of lettuce lake park shows the difference in height from river water to the riverine swamp. Call-outs of a few different animal species as well as tree variation is also demonstrated. The transect is also separated in five categories in which different vegetation call their home. WETLAND DEFINITION According to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), wetlands are defined by three main attributes: the presence of hydrophytes (plants adapted to live in inundated soil), hydric soils, and water at or near the surface (FWS, 2011). CLEAN WATER ACT Regulates discharge of pollutants into surface and groundwater sources. Section 404 specifically protects wetland habitats from development-related emissions.
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TELECOM.PARKWAY
Hillsborough County Land Development Code - Sec. 5.02.04. Preservation of Natural Features Site development plans shall be designed so as to conform to and take advantage of topographic and other natural features of the land, including the preservation of existing trees, wetlands, water bodies, wetlands and environmentally sensitive areas as required by law, ordinance and rule.
Hillsborough County Land Development Code - Sec. 4.01.07. Environmentally Sensitive Areas— Wetlands and Natural Water Bodies Setbacks shall be a minimum of 30 feet for Conservation Areas and a minimum of 50 feet for Preservation Areas.
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TAKOMAH.TRAIL.PARKWAY
Takomah Trail Park is a 33acre multipurpose green space located at the intersection of Takomah Trail and Serena Drive. It serves as a community park providing a number of amenities, including walking trails, play ground, and sites for community gatherings. Additionally, the site serves as a conservation and water detention area for the surrounding community. There is a section of historic wetland area that still remains and feeds into a historic stream system, but that water flow has been largely altered by man-made development and infrastructure.
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LOCATING VULNERABILITIES OVERVIEW Now that we have a basic understanding of the water system, the next step is to understand where we are vulnerable to flood, and how. These vulnerabiliƟtes can be placed into three categories: The Built Environment, issues of Public Health and Ecology (Ecological Services). Each team will select a list of elements to analyze and to locate geographically. Some topics will be easy to understand through readily available GIS layers and others will require a liƩtle more research. At the end of this assignment, we will present findings and discuss overlaps.
GOALS Where is Hillsborough County vulnerable? How? Why? What overlaps exist between these vulnerabiliƟ es?(We are not yet problem solving, just seeking the facts) Also, what are the physical aƩ ributes of the sites in quesƟ on?
SCENARIOS We will analyze mulƟtiple scenarios of flood inundaƟtion. These will be defined by a various combinaƟtions of the following factors: Hurricanes (Ɵ tidal surge), Sea Level Rise and Precipitation. For this study, each group will examine: No Hurricane, High Sea Level Rise, 9” PrecipitaƟtion Category 1 Hurricane, Intermediate Low SLR, 9” PrecipitaƟtion Category 1 Hurricane, High SLR, 9” PrecipitaƟtion Category 3 Hurricane, Intermediate Low SLR, 9” PrecipitaƟtion Category 3 Hurricane, High SLR, 9” PrecipitaƟtion Category 5 Hurricane, No SLR, 9” PrecipitaƟtion
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• Roads increase in density closer to the city core. However, many of those roads are affected by SCALE SCALE 5,000’ which 10,000’will 20,000’ some or all of the project sea level rise scenarios, limit their utility for movement 5,000’ 10,000’ and 20,000’ resource dispersal. • Roads increase in density closer to theincrease city core. many of thc • Roads in However, density closer to the some or all of thehubs project level rise scenarios, which will level limit their • There is a visual association between distribution andsea major highways with nearly all hubs some or all of the project sea rise dispersal. located within 5000 feet of oneresource or more major highways. resource dispersal.
Roads increase in density closer to the city core. However, many of those roads are affected by some or all ofofisthe project sea level rise sce• There are two main concentration distribution facilities. One is located within the projected • There a visual association between hubs andbetween major high • There isdistribution a visual association d sea level rise or storm surge projections along5000 the Selmon Expressway 618) and Adamo located within feet of one or more(Toll major highways. located within 5000 feet of one or more which limit their foris Drive (State Rd. 60), which narios, poses a hazard for thosewill specific operations. The utility concentration located at the intersection of• State Rd. 39two andmain U.S. Hwy 92 in Plant City. There are concentration ofare distribution One is of locd • There two mainfacilities. concentration movement and resource dispersal. sea level rise or storm surge projections along the Selmon Expressw sea level rise or storm surge projection
• Gas distribution facilities are, understandably related to the majorRd. roads/highways. Drive (State Rd. closely 60), which poses a hazard for those specific operat Drive (State 60), which poses a haz Especially in less densely developed areas. In the more densely developed city core, there92 is aState located ofin located at the intersection of State Rd. at 39the andintersection U.S. Hwy PlantRd. Cit greater dispersion of these facilities along smaller roads.
There is a visual• Gas association bedistribution facilities are, understa • Gas distribution facilities are, understandably closely related to th Especially in less densely developed are Especiallydistribution in less densely developed areas. In the more densely deve tween hubs and major greater dispersion these facilities alon greater dispersion of these facilities along smallerof roads. highways with nearly all hubs located within 5000 feet of one or more major highways.
There are two main concentration of distribution facilities. One is located within the projected sea level rise or storm surge projections along the Selmon Expressway (Toll 618) and Adamo Drive (State Rd. 60), which poses a hazard for those specific operations. The concentraHIGH SEA LEVEL RISE tion is located at the intersection of CATEGORY 1 HURRICANE- INTERMEDIATE LOW Rd. 39 and U.S. State CATEGORY 1 HURRICANE- INTERMEDIATE HIGH
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PROCESSING FACILITIES, COMCOUNTY MERCIAL FISHERIES HILLSBOROUGH
AGRICULTURE, FOOD DESERTS, FOOD PANTRIES, FOOD
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• There is little apparent association between food pantries and food deserts, with the majority PROCESSING FACILITIES, COMMERCIAL FISHERIES of food pantries located outside the food deserts. This may represent a possible gap in the SCALE distribution of food to vulnerable populations. 5,000’ 10,000’
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• Many of the food pantries and food deserts are located within the projected sea level rise and/or storm surge levels. This indicated that many socially vulnerable populations may also be • There is little apparent association between food pantries and food deserts, with the majority of food pantries located outside the food deserts. This may represent a possible gap in the geographically vulnerable.
There is little apparent association distribution of food to vulnerable populations. and food between food pantries • Most of the agricultural processes, commercial fisheries, and food processing operations are • Many of the food pantries and food deserts are located within the projected sea level rise deserts, with majority ofincreases food located in the uplandthe areas of the county. This the probability that these operations and/or storm surge levels. This indicated that many socially vulnerable populations may also be will be able tovulnerable. more rapidly return to normal activity following a hurricane, improving access to geographically pantries located outside the food food, ensuring return of community members to work, and continued revenue availability for the county. • Most of the agricultural processes, commercial fisheries, and food processing operations are deserts. This may represent a poslocated in the upland areas of the county. This increases the probability that these operations be able to more return to normal following a hurricane, improving access tofrom storm sible gap in rapidly the distribution of food • will In summary, food production and foodactivity processing appears reasonably protected food, community membersto tothe work, andat-need continued revenue availability surgeensuring and seareturn levelof rise. Food distribution most populations appears for uneven and the county. to vulnerable populations. are concentrated in geographically vulnerable areas. • In summary, food production and food processing appears reasonably protected from storm surge and sea level rise. Food distribution to the most at-need populations appears uneven and
Most of the agricultural processare concentrated in geographically vulnerable areas. es, commercial fisheries, and food processing operations are located in the upland areas of the county. This increases the probability that these operations will be able to more rapidly return to normal activity following a hurricane, improving access to food, ensuring return of community members to work, and continued revenue availability for the county. HIGHSEA SEA LEVEL HIGH LEVEL RISERISE CATEGORY 1 HURRICANEINTERMEDIATE LOW LOW CATEGORY 1 HURRICANEINTERMEDIATE CATEGORY 1 HURRICANE- INTERMEDIATE HIGH
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FOOD DESERTS AGGREICULTURE AGGREICULTURE COMMERCIAL FISHERIES FOOD PANTRIES FISHERIES COMMERCIAL FOOD FOODPROCESSING PANTRIES FACILITIES
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There is an inverse associaSCALE SCALEbetween food pantries 5,000’ 10,000’ 20,000’ tion There is an inverse association between food pantries and 10,000’ an socioeconomic status (SES) 5,000’ 20,000’ population, with a higher food pantry concentrations occurring on the higher income map and an socioeconomic status divisions. • There is an inverse association betwee •(SES) There is population, an inverse association between foodfood pantries an population, with a a higher pantry with highThe highest concentration of pantries thatpopulation, also corresponds tohigher a divisions. low SES community is in the East occ with a food pantry concentrations Tampa area, which is also located well within the projected storm concentrasurge rise for a Category 3 or divisions. er food pantry greater storm. • The highest concentration of pantries th •tions The highest concentration of pantries that Tampa area, which isalso alsocorresponds located well t occurring on the higher More than half of the food pantries shown here are located 2,000-5,000 of a major greater storm.wellfeet Tampa area, which within is also located within the projected income map divisions. road or highway, which represents improves access for re-supply in both steady state and greater storm. disaster situations.
• More than half of the food pantries sho highway, which represents im • More than half of the road food or pantries shown here are located disaster situations. road or highway, which represents improves access for re disaster situations.
The highest concentration of pantries that also corresponds to a low SES community is in the East Tampa area, which is also located well within the projected storm surge rise for a Category 3 or greater storm.
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More than half of the food pantries shown here are located within 2,000-5,000 feet of a major road or highway, which represents improves access for re-supply in both steady state and disaster HIGH SEA LEVEL RISE situations.
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CONNECTING VULNERABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY Locating Vulnerable Populations in Hillsborough
POPULATION GROWTH P ROJ EC T I O N 2040 The map above shows current population density by transportation area zone and expected growth by 2040. Population density and growth is an issue that cannot be overlooked in development of a transit-based intervention. Source: Hillsborough County 2040 Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n Plan, Hillsborough County Planning Commission, 2018
VOLNURABLE HOUSING Vulnerable housing is a common challenge in many low-income and socially isolated communities. The map above shows vulnerability in housing as defined by Aged (pre-1940), poor quality (mobile homes & HUD), and High-density (High-rise & Apartments) housing options. These are areas that would have to be evacuated regardless of storm surge risk.
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CONNECTING VULNERABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY INNABILITY TO EVACUATE
FINANCIAL INFLEXIBILITY
PHYSICAL INABILITY
SOCIAL ISOLATION
For these maps, indicators were selected from these three categories. Unemployment and poverty level were selected as the criteria for financial inability, elderly and Disabled populations were selected for Physical Inability, and no vehicle access and limited English proficiency were selected for Social Isolation. The areas with the top quartile of each criteria were highlighted and are shown in the three smaller maps to the left. The intersection of all these highest need areas are indicated in the map directly above. The areas where all three overlap are highlighted in orange. These are the populations that would be least equipped to evacuate effectively in an emergency.
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BEST PRACTICES AND CASE STUDIES TAMPA, U.S.| 1800S
STOP DE KINDERMOORD AMSTERDAM, NL | 1960
MAX LIGHT RAIL PORTLAND, U.S. | 1986
Concept: Effective transportation system to link the entire state and establish tourism and agriculture as the basis of the state’s economy. Structure: After the Civil War lines eventually becoming of Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railroad and Henry Plant’s Plant System, connecting all state. Benefits: reshaped future of local agricultural, manufacturing, and importation businesses. provided rapid transportation of bulk goods (sugar, phosphate), agricultural products, timber, and tobacco to northern markets.
Concept: to protect the city from the hegemony of cars by preserving the long-standing tradition of cycling. Structure: Mass bicycle demonstrations and protests alongside with oil crises in the Middle East led to a critical change in the political attitude of urban planning and lifestyle. Benefits: Today, Amsterdam is the bicycle capital of the world with 22,000 miles of cycle paths. Cycling prevents about 6,500 deaths each year, and Dutch people have half-a-year-longer life expectancy because of cycling.
Concept: Implementing multimodal transportation development in the metro area to reduce commute times and congestion costs. Structure: MAX system consists of five lines, each designated by a color. Trains run every 15 min from early in the morning until late at night. MAX uses proof-of-payment fare collection system. Benefits: improved total transit service, connections to a grid system of bus lines, and land-use revival around stations. transit eliminates over 200,000 daily car trips and reduces carbon emissions by over 60%.
FLORIDA HISTORIC RAIL
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SOUTH MIAMI ITP MIAMI, U.S.| 2015
HUNTS POINT LIFELINES NEW YORK, U.S. | 2014
Concept: interconnected network of mobility and safety enhanced based on smart growth and complete streets principles. Structure: Bike paths, neighborhood green-ways, sidewalks, crosswalks, on-street bike lanes, cycle tracks, enhanced shade landscaping, pedestrian-friendly design. Benefits: Provide people with sustainable, safe, and effective alternatives to personal motorized vehicles. Reduce vehicle trips. Reduce vehicular congestion. Increase transit ridership.
Concept: To create a flood protection system with improved access to a waterfront green-way and existing infrastructure. Structure: distribution network that supplies food for 22 million people and 23,000 restaurants in the NY region. over 12,000 residents, 14,000 workers, and 667 businesses are in the area. Benefits: The main idea of the resilience strategy plan is not only to protect area from natural disasters, but to improve the quality of life of the residents and environmental resiliency.
TENRI STATION PLAZA COFUFUN TENRI, JAPAN | 2017
Concept: CoFuFun means cofun + fun. The main idea of the project is to revitalize local community for both residents and tourists. Structure: New Plaza will include bicycle rental, cafe, shops, info kiosks, play area, outdoor music stage, event space, leisure facilities. At night the space becomes a light sculpture. Benefits: CoFuFun reflects specifics of the existing landscape and culture, solves functional tasks, meets the principles of ergonomics and sustainability, and provides new opportunities for social mobility and recreation.
T A L L A H A S E
NORMALIZING MOBILITY IN HILLSBOROUGH GOALS
Activate community space as a place to live, work and play, through the establishment of resiliency infrastructure.
Allow people to move safely and effectively using multi-modal local and regional transit systems.
Improve resiliency of vulnerable communities through enhanced connectivity and mobility.
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Increasing community and connectivity increases resiliency, thereby decreasing vulnerability of a population.
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Mobility can become normalized and enhanced through development of a multi-modal transportation infrastructure and supporting policy. People need an accessible physical space in order to connect, to physically feel one with their community.
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There is need for reliable, accessible, and safe sheltering space in emergency evacuation situations. The creation and daily usage of transit-connecting community centers normalizes a new path people would take during evacuation and in returning to their homes.
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Introduce passenger rail service operating on existing freight railroad tracks that will connect local and regional public transit through intermodal facilities.
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Redesign local transportation scheme to safely and effectively move communities to multi-modal transit connections and community centers. Strategically design and program transportation-connecting community centers that will meet the daily needs and demands of the community it serves. Develop specific transportation-connecting community centers with the ability to serve as evacuation and safe sheltering locations for the community.
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PROPOSED BENEFITS: Economic: Business and Tourism (internal and external) Development, Increase in Regional Prosperity (via connectivity people can travel to and from employment opportunities in a safer and more economically friendly manner). Social: Population Health (reducing Obesity and Cardiovascular disease rates through increased mobility), Reduced poor air quality (by taking cars off the roads), Safety, Community Risk Reduction, Better mental health outcomes (through fostering human connections) Environmental: Ecology (clean air, green infrastructure), reduced carbon emissions Cultural: Cultural tourism development around old railroad stations, historic routes, and landmarks. advanced design C | 58
REGIONAL MASTER PLAN
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University Area is an intersection of multiple areas of vulnerability that necessitate and limit evacuation. The chosen site an undeveloped green space that sits in an upland, lower risk flood area. it is ideal for sheltering outside of major storm surge in up to a Category 5 Storm. This hub is also in close proximity one of the main special needs shelters located in the Yuengling Center.
Plant City is a historic rail community that is an intersection of multiple areas of vulnerability that necessitate and limit evacuation. This is another upland community with reasonably lowered risk of flood by storm surge or inundation. This hub may serve as a shelter in up to a category 5 storm.
Valrico is one of the smaller communities on this master plan, has populations in the top levels of financial inflexibility and physical disabled There is a density of populations living in vulnerable housing with room to grow. This site is upland well outside of projected storm surge and ideal for another Category 5 storm shelter.
The Seffner community has a lower representation of evacuation-prohibitive vulnerability, but is a centralized location between several areas of such vulnerability. Seffner is located in an upland location nearer populations Centers than Plant City. This site’s location in an upland, low-risk flood area makes it another ideal Category 5 Storm Shelter.
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5. EAST TAMPA 6. LOWRY MULTIHUB PARK ZOO MULTIHUB
East tampa has an intersection of financial inflexibility, social isolation, and vulnerable housing. Sections of this community are within projected storm surge levels for major hurricanes, but is listed as shelter in place. This hub is within a lowrisk flood area but adjacent to higher-risk areas. This hub may serve as a shelter up to a Category 3 storm.
This site is located within a densely populated area near communities of various housing and evacuation-limiting vulnerability. This site is similarly located within lower-risk flood area but is adjacent to high-risk areas. It would serve as a viable sheltering alternative to the University area site except in greater than Category 3 projections.
7. CENTRAL HUB
8. AIRPORT
The Central hub is the major intersection of all existing railroad infrastructure. The area is near but outside of Vulnerable population centers. It may become a commerce center due to its centralized location. This site is not ideal as a major population sheltering area, because it is located well within projected storm surge levels.
The airport is a strategic location in the com-munity. Connecting people to other methods of regional transportation. The site is also located near high density areas that present certain vulnerabilities. This site is not ideal as a major population sheltering area because it is well within projected storm surge levels.
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Gibsonton is home to a high density of people of financially inflexible populations and Vulnerable housing. This site is well within projected storm surge levels. The hub is ideal for mobility and evacuation, but not for sheltering.
Downtown Tampa is a high density population center with mixed housing. The hub is a strategic location as tourist destination and commerce center. This site is located in a lower risk flood area, but is surrounded by geographic vulnerability, making it ideal for transportation/evacuation but not mass sheltering.
South Tampa a Dense population center with vulnerable housing and significant financial inflexibility. It is also located adjacent to MacDill AFB. This site is essential a transportation center, but its geographic vulnerability makes it a poor location for sheltering.
TRANSIT CENTER Ruskin is a concentration of multiple vulnerabilities that lack the ability to evacuate. This area is well inside projected storm surge levels. The Ruskin hub is an essential transportation center, but not ideal for mass sheltering.
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SITE DESCRIPTION
SITE PLAN
University area is an intersection of all three sections of vulnerability, including financial inflexibility, physical inability, and social isolation. University area also has an area of high density housing and mobile home parks. The University area is a moderately high density area in terms of population, but is also an area that can receive migrating populations from south county and further south in the state as sea level rise disrupts Florida populations. The site is ideal as a sheltering space, as it is located well-within the 500year floodplain and outside of any projected storm surge predictions.
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PHASING PLAN
PHASE I : Develop green space on corner of Bruce B. Downs Blvd and Fowler Avenue to create a multi-hub. The road front along the university stretch of Fowler Ave will be redesigned to increase walkability and safety for pedestrians. This space will satisfy several community needs including creating an access point to the campus via train, bus, bike, and pedestrian transportation options. This space will also house other community features such as a community development center, multi-purpose storefront, green space, parks, and physical activity amenities. This space will also meet the community’s needs in an evacuation setting, shifting to become an emergency shelter and donation resource center.
PHASE III : University Mall is expected to transform to address community needs more effectively in University Area. The layout will direct people towards the multi-hub created in Phase I. PHASE IV : PepsiCo will be engaged as a stakeholder, as the Yuengling/PepsiCo production facilities can be redesigned to become a research and development facility in partnership with USF in regular production. During emergency times, PepsiCo becomes an emergency water source for the surrounding area.
PHASE V : The remainder of Fowler Avenue will be refigured to enhance walkability, similar to the goals addressed in Phase I of the project. This phase will PHASE II : Extend the rail system through the Uni- further connect the university to the versity of South Florida on Maple Drive. town of Temple Terrace, and eventualThe rail lines will connect Fletcher Av- ly, extended out to i-75 and Plant City. enue to the already existing North/ South rail line. This connection will create further mobility for students, faculty, and staff of USF. It will provide a more direct connection to the Yuengling Center, a concert venue in steadystate times and a special needs shelter during emergency activation. advanced design C | 68
MAINSTREAMING EVACUATION WATER MANAGEMENT This is a critical component due to the issues of flood. With the implication of private and public green spaces, they serve as water retention parks or water filtration areas that then connect to storm-water management networks to be processed further off site.
EXTERIOR PUBLIC SPACE The importance of strengthening community is crucial within this project, the public spaces fill the need for a physical community space. Implementing parks, plazas and community recreation spaces, all populations can begin to come together especially in a time of emergencies.
E M E R G E N C Y EMERGENCY ACTIVATION
While this site contains many aspects that create appeal and need for everyday use, it must first and foremost be able to operate in an evacuation setting. In case of a storm where populations would need to evacuate from vulnerable areas, these spaces would transform into mass sheltering. Vulnerable populations who may otherwise not evacuate would have an incentive to use the spaces with the easy accessibility of public transit (trains, buses, trams). If more sheltering space is needed, buses will bring people further to the Yuengling Center special needs shelter and other school-based shelters in the area. Areas are accessible for trucks of materials such as food, water, and clothing to be imported. In steady state, these operate as transportation associated community development centers, housing, social services, recreational facilities, adult education centers, and other welfare and community connection purposes. advanced design C | 70
R E S I D E N T I A L / C O M M E R C I A L RESIDENTIAL
Located within our site are multiple housing structures that would act as either student housing or for the general public. These spaces are mainly on the 2nd level and above. These would be inhabited year-round and would be built to withstand a category 5 storm and allow residents to shelter in place.
OFFICE SPACE
To encourage entrepreneurship and to create more normalized transit to this site, office space will be implemented. It will include private offices for businesses as well as shared office spaces for start-ups and student entrepreneurs. These spaces would be mainly utilized for commercial purposes, either for programs implemented within the site or outside vendors who are in need of office spaces. These spaces could be utilized as sheltering spaces in case of emergency.
RETAIL
Located on level 1, these spaces create an active edge for the community to utilize whether it be restaurants or shops. These areas entice the public to engage the street edge and could act as supplementary spaces in case of emergency (ex. Food court, bathrooms, etc.)
T R A N S P O RTAT I O N PARKING
Although public and active transportation will be emphasized at this site, there will still be a need to provide spaces for cars. Located on level 1 through 4, these spaces would be used for long-term or short-term parking. These would serve retail, residential, and commercial amenities. In emergency settings, trucks filled with materials will need to be able to access the site and design was constructed with this in mind.
BUS
This space is crucial due to its implications of other public transit via bus, tram or uber/taxi. This area would be designed as a round-a-bout to allow large populations to pass through the space quickly and easily. In emergencies, these buses can further transport evacuees to additional sheltering spaces.
TRAIN
The focal point of this project is the implications of a public transit system utilizing trains. The train station would be able to accept large amounts of people daily and create connectivity throughout Hillsbourough. In case of an emergency, the train would allow for large amounts of vulnerable populations to be safely evacuated from dangerous areas. advanced design C | 72
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TRAIN PLATFORM (Refer to section 4)
This rendering shows the train platform that serves as a waiting and loading area for trains destined in either direction. The area is covered and allows maximum air flow for comfort and safety in the hot summer months. The platform and amenities are ADA compliant to ensure maximum accessibility by all vulnerable populations. Bench seating is available for those that might need it while waiting for the train. Signage and information kiosks provide not only transit- and retail-related communication, but also
RETAIL PUBLIC SPACE (Refer to section 3)
This rendering details the walkway between the train station and various community amenities. This site was built with accessibility in mind. Green landscape has been detailed throughout the area to create a more aesthetically pleasing environment and maximizing shade for visitors. This space connects those who get off at this hub to access the various amenities including but not limited to: doctor’s offices, shared office spaces, various retail, day care, adult education centers, and a post office. This space also has enough area to function as a space for a farmer’s market and other activities to bring the community together. advanced design C | 76
CROSSWALK (Refer to section 1)
This rendering details the crosswalk that would be constructed on Fowler Avenue connecting the two sides of our transit-oriented development. The design was created with accessibility and safety in mind. bioswales will be implemented on either side of the road to maximize stormwater capacity. A bus lane will also be implemented in order to prioritize public transportation and make the routes more efficient. Shade trees have been planted in this rendering in order to increase walkability of the area and allow for a more inclusive environment for those more at risk of heat stress and stroke.
PUBLIC GREEN SPACE (Refer to section 2)
This rendering details the public green space located towards the South-east corner of the site. This space emphasizes environment along with public circulation and activity. With open access to the street from the site, it becomes a large gathering space for all to enjoy. A water feature is implemented that will also serve as a water retention feature for the site. Such a space is open to flexible programming and activities, and is large enough to accommodate farmers markets and festival grounds for the public. This space connects the plaza, train station, and other major spaces with an pleasing aesthetic environmental aspect. advanced design C | 78
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RESIDENTIAL HOUSE This project is based on the idea of designing a vacation house for our client. We were split into groups of two where we would then design eachother-house. So, I would be the client and the architect. We then begun to get to know our client by asking as many questions about them as possible. Main ones being the favourite type of architecture, location, and how they want this house to serve them. Asking these questions gave us a better sense of their wants and needs and that allowed us to start the design phase. The house had to be between 1500sf. and 2000sf. The project started by analyzing the clients chosen site. Depending on the site specifics and our findings we were allowed to start the design process. Because of the site location and AIA guidelines, my clients occupiable area had to be a minimum of 12ft above sea level.
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SITE ANALYSIS
This site is located in Madeira Beach Fl. It is aproximately 500ft of the water and has full view of the Gulf. It’s surroundings are mostly residential homes with some apartment coplexes.
BIKE LANE 10+ STORY BUILDINGS SITE RESIDENTIAL HOMES 5 MIN. WALK 10 MIN. WALK SUN MOVEMENT VACANT LOTS AND EXISTING SITE USE
The site analysis revealed the best location for the residents vacation home and from it, I was able to pull enough information to start the design process. Highlighted in orange are the potential sites for the residents vacation house. Dark green are apartment complexes and hotels above ten stories high. Located at the top right corner in light green is a department store. advanced design B | 84
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INTERIOR - GULF VIEW
EXTERIOR - GARDEN VIEW
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GLASSBLOWING FABRICATION SHOP This project takes place in Boston Ma., by the Old Dry Shipping Docs. It was used for many years as a ship building and launching platform. This site was epecially used for building military ships in World War I and Wolrd War II. Later down the years it became the place to build large commercial ships. Our project was to use this site in anyway we deemed neccessary to create some sort of fabrication shop. It had to be around 30,000 sf and house studio spaces, working space, gallery and living arrangement for an inhouse artisan. There was an inherent understanding of natural light and the way to bring as much of it inside. There is a spine in the middle that rotates on itself and is connected by the ribs of the structure. This allowes for structural rigidity and a great way to bring in dynamic lighting.
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PROCESS MODELS The process begun with an idea of a structure rising from the bottom of the docs into the open air in order to represent the revitalization of the site. I wanted as much natural light inside as possible and it had to be dynamic. The models quickly started taking a more natural curvilinear form and that allowed for natural light to flow inside. This idea of dynamic natural light continued and became more refined as the process models were developed.
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FINAL MODEL
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PLAN - GROUND LEVEL
SECTIONS PLANS
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RENDERINGS
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