Alyssa Verdan Ryerson Architecture Portfolio

curriculum vitae

VERDAN

: alyssa.verdan@ryerson.ca

: (647) 472-5240

: Alyssa Verdan

EDUCATION

Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson) | Toronto, ON - Sept 2018 to Present Bachelor of Architectural Science (Eligible for Bachelor of Architectural Science Cooperative Program Major)

EXPERIENCE

Architectural Designer

Cumulus Architects Inc. | Toronto, ON - Jan 2022 to Aug 2022

- Utilized software, such as Rhino 7, Revit 2021, AutoCAD 2021, and Enscape 3.4 to produce architectural drawing sets for management and client approval

- Participated in collaborative-based design by interacting with other Architects and Engineers to exchange ideas and provide support

-Developed 3D physical models of various projects for further exploration of design development, better analysis of site conditions, and showcasing various design options for clients

- Executed Construction Document drawings, as well as issued Architecture and Interior Design packages which includes floor plans, interior elevations and sections, schedules, as well as exterior elevations

- Ensured that design specifications align to OBC when producing technical and contract documentation for construction of projects and researched site & zoning restrictions, such as easements, setbacks, etc.

Workplace Strategy Co-op

Sun Life Financial | Toronto, ON - May 2021 to Dec 2021

- Worked alongside senior designers on a wide range of projects while maintaining service levels for all operational requests

- Developed preliminary feasibility designs and space planning exercises for corporate office spaces within Sun Life's Regional and US Financial Centers

- Utilized AutoCAD 2021, Microsoft Office 2019, and CAFM in various Design and Occupancy tasks that requires numerous degrees of technical, facilitative, and design tasks which includes preparation, as well as revision of floor plans

- Delivered design techniques which integrates sustainability, employee support, and office optimization within projects that adheres to Sun Life’s Workplace Strategy Standards

- Participated in consultations with Architecture firms and Vendors, such as IBI Group, GastingerWalker, Gensler, Veldhoen, and more to distinguish proper design implementations and project delivery for various projects and strategies

Hostess

Red’s Midtown Tavern | Toronto, ON - Dec 2019 to September 2020

- Attended to customers with an enthusiastic approach to establish a cordial environment

- Organized seating formations based on the number of reservations and walk-ins to allow for a well-arranged rotation for guests and servers throughout the day

- Communicated effectively towards managers and co-workers for steady operation through eminent planning and record-keeping

ACHIEVEMENTS

Dean's List

Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science - 2020/2021

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Autodesk

Revit 2019-2022, AutoCAD 2021

Adobe Creative Suite 2021

Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop Rhinoceros 3D (Version 7)

Enscape 3.4, Vray 5

Microsoft Office 2021

Excel, Powerpoint, Word CAFM (Computer Aided Facility Management)

MANUAL SKILLS

Model Construction

Dremel DigiLab, Ultimaker Laser-print, Woodshop

Architectural Drafting

EXTRA CURRICULAR

Project Manager

Freedom by Design Executive Board - October 2020 to September 2021

- Apply architectural skills and knowledge to implement positive changes in the community

- Oversee Freedom by Design projects, more specifically COVID-19 relief programs and handle certain responsibilities, such as managing outreaches, creating schedules, and assembling teams

Co-Director

Studio 45 Art Gallery, COLOR MY MIND Pop-Up Exhibit - March 2019

- Directed the team of volunteers and arranged their specific roles and responsibilities during the event

- Assembled the event schedule and managed the organization of the displayed artworks, as well as the line-up of the performers

- Participated in showcasing own artworks

COMPETITIONS

Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2021, Women's House in Africa - May 2021

- Produced a sustainable and ethical space that stands as a "Women's House" that promotes gender equality and provides a source of safety and opportunities

- Evaluated the use of locally-sourced materials in Senegal that can be incorporated into the design, as well as investigated the costs of the material and construction based on the competition's guidelines

Archidea Competition: Prefab Glamping Villa 2020 Challenge - August 2020

- Collaborated with a colleague and applied essential partnership skills by organizing deliverables, as well as by exchanging design concepts

- Explored the use of local Indonesian materials, such as bamboo, and studied its tectonic language through its numerous kinds of formation and building methods

19th Annual CISC Architectural Student Design Competition - May 2020 2019/2020 Finalist

- Recognized ability in producing a conceptual design within the foundation of real construction through structural considerations and elements, such as AESS categories

- Enhanced my knowledge of the complexity of steel by implementing various characteristics and assembly of its materiality within the design

Selected Architectural works during 2019-2022

01 The Nia Centre for the Arts (Phase 2)

Location: Oakwood Avenue and Bude Street, York ON Team Member: Cristina Talle Programs: Revit 2021, Rhinoceros 7, Enscape 3.1, AutoCad 2021, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: April 2021

The NIA Centre for the Arts is a manifestation of the community and provides a place for people, tradition, and culture through its physical essence. The design demonstrates the idea of Nia Centre as the heart of Little Jamaica and Oakwood Village as it strengthens the community’s relationship with the site. With its framework and tectonics, the building evokes the colorful and dynamic qualities of the culture within the neighborhood; providing a space for the community to strengthen and grow.

BOUND

The design process begins in a simple block that follows the site restrictions and setback

VOID

The building is separated by a void that allows direct exposure to sunlight & reflects the notion of creating a community center that stands as a 'heart of Little Jamaica'

PROGRAM

With the introduction of is enabled to provide two caters to public events creative & administrative

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

PROGRAM of the void, the building two distinct spaces that events on one section and administrative work in the other

FIGURE

Different levels of terraces are incorporated to create a continuous outdoor space within all floors, providing access to natural light and surrounding site

DESIGN

The evolution of the design becomes a whole through the utilization of tectonics, program, and structure. In addition, the use of colours and patterns are influenced by West African & Jamaican culture

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

The facade design is inspired by the textiles and patterns found within traditional West African culture. The most common type of patterns involve a complex variety of triangular geometries and repetitive forms throughout the composition. To properly incorporate this idea within the facade design, a grid system was generated to implement a simplified system of polycarbonate panels shaped as triangular patterns. This allows the facade to work kinetically and disfigure in ways that the triangular panels can rotate.

DIGITAL BUILDING SECTION MODEL

MODEL STUDY OF FACADE by Cristina Talle

SOUTH ELEVATION

WEST ELEVATION

Drawings made by Cristina Talle

KINETIC POLYCARBONATE PANELS

MASS TIMBER STRUCTURE

GRID GUIDELINES

METAL TENSION ROD BRACING WITH END CONNEC TORS

GRATING FIXED ON STEEL CANTILEVER ELEMENT EXTRUDED ALUMINUM SECTIONS WITH TOUGHENED GLASS INFILL

COLUMN AND BEAM CONNECTION

BEARING PLATE

JOINT CONNECTION

PTZL CONNECTORS

MASS TIMBER BEAM

PARAPET WITH KINETIC POLYCARBONATE FACADE DETAIL

1. FLASHING

2. TPO MEMBRANE

3. 1/2" COVERBOARD

4. POLY-ISO ROOF INSULATION

5. ROOF VAPOUR RETARDER

6. WIRE ANCHOR BOLTED INTO BLOCKING

7. WOOD FRAMING

8. SPRAY FOAM INSULATION

9. MINERAL WOOL INSULATION

10. GLASS VENTILATION LOUVRES ON ALUMINUM PLATE

11. BLOCKING

12. ANCHOR PLATE FUSED TO VERTICAL MULLIONS, BOLTED TO CLT FLOOR

13. RECESSED ALUMINUM SPANDREL PANEL SEALED WITHIN RAISED PERIMETER FRAME

14. BRACKET ARM FROM MACHINED ALUMINUM PLATES BOLTED TO CLT PANELS

15. TWO 3-LAYER CLT PANELS

16. 3" MINERAL FIBER INSULATION INSTALLED WITH IMPALING PINS AND TAPED AT PERIMETERS

17. MASS TIMBER BEAM

18. GYPSUM BOARD

19. METAL TENSION WITH END CONNECTORS 20. MASS TIMBER COLUMN

21. HVAC RETURN

22. SPRINKLER SYSTEM

23. GRATING FIXED ON STEEL CANTILEVER ELEMENT

24. L BRACKET

25. THERMAL BREAK

26. KINETIC POLYCARBONATE PANELS

27. WINDOW SHADE

28. ALUMINUM FRAME WITH GLASS INFILL

29. CLEAR LOW-E DOUBLE GLAZING

TERRACE DETAIL

7 MM TIMBER ROOF PANEL

WAX PAPER (VAPOUR BARRIER)

PLYWOOD

RIGID INSULATION

BATT INSULATION

RIGID INSULATION

DOUBLE 3-LAYER CLT SLAB

GLAZING SHOE WELDED TO STEEL PLATE

STEEL TUBE FRAME

ANCHOR PLATE WELDED TO STEEL FRAME

STEEL TUBE FRAME

MINERAL FIBRE INSULATION INSTALLED WITH IMPALING PINS AND TAPED AT PERIMETERS

TIMBER BLOCK

EXTRUDED ALUMINUM HORIZONTAL MULLION STACKED BETWEEN CURTAIN WALL JOINTS

MASS TIMBER BEAM

CLEAR LOW-E DOUBLE GLAZING

DOUBLE-HEIGHT EVENT SPACE ENTRANCE TO THE

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

02 The Nia Centre for the Arts (Phase 1)

Location: Oakwood-Vaughan Intersection, York ON Programs: Revit 2021, Rhinoceros 7, Enscape 2.8, AutoCad 2021, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: December 2020

The intent within this design is to transpire a reciprocal relationship between the building and the neighborhood. The configuration of the spaces, the tectonics, and response to its surrounding context allows the architecture to presume sensitivity to the public realm. Not only do users experience the creativity and inclusivity within the space, but it can be also encountered from the exterior which evokes the communal aspect of the design.

CIRCULATION

GEOMETRIC DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMMATIC DIVISION

CIRCULATION + FORM

ADDITION OF TECTONICS AND OTHER ELEMENTS

The Nia Centre for the Arts is located in the middle of the Oakwood-Vaughan intersection which is one of the busiest intersections found within the Oakwood Village and Little Jamaica neighborhood. The orientation of the Nia Centre allows the building to stimu late a connection with the community and form a sense of locality. Nia Centre and its existence can alleviate the gradual absence of culture and the threat of gentrification within the neighborhood as it becomes a place that cultivates tradition, culture, and talent.

THIRD FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

GROUND FLOOR

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

RECEPTION AREA

SECOND FLOOR ATRIUM OVERLOOKING THE ART GALLERY

The design considers a sustainable approach in which the building is constructed with a double skin ventilated facade. The building gathers natural air through the ventilated curtain walls and with its incorporation, the design’s need for mechanical properties are reduced and becomes costeffective. As well, the materiality embodies the intent of the design as it is utilized in its own expressive potential as the pattern found within the perforated aluminum facade is complex in order to create a metaphor in which a community is seen as an organic system of individuals.

EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC OF ART GALLERY

DOUBLE SKIN VENTILATED CURTAIN WALL DETAIL

1. RECYCLED PERFORATED ALUMINUM PANEL

2. VENT

3. PEDESTAL

RAISED FLOOR TILE

CONCRETE SLAB

STEEL MULLION

WINDOW GLASS

STEEL PLATE

RIGID INSULATION

WIDE FLANGE BEAM

INSULATION

12. CEILING TILE

SECONDARY WINDOW GLASS

HSS COLUMN

ALUMINUM CLADDING WALL DETAIL

15. RECYCLED ALUMINUM

WOOD STUD

INSULATION

STEEL CLIP CONNECTION

CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL

FLOOR TILE

PLYWOOD

FOAM BARRIER

WEST ELEVATION

WEST SECTION (A-A)

03 The Edaran

Location: Mandalika Beach, Lombok, Indonesia Competition: Archidea Competition: Prefab Glamping Villa 2020 Challenge Team Member: Matthew Chetcuti Programs: Rhinoceros 6, Enscape 2.8, AutoCad 2020, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: August 2020

The architectural composition of the Edaran is pioneered to establish a correspondence with the esteemed motorcycle race event, Moto GP, through its design. Influenced by the feature of a motorcycle wheel, the geometry stimulates a circular motion throughout the villa as the central space acts as the dwelling aspect assembled with general living necessities. In addition, the villa’s configuration provides an open space that is encompassed by views all around. Edaran’s design defines a modest structural system that satisfies a modern way of temporary living.

MANDALIKA BEACH

The glamping villa is situated in Mandalika Beach, Lombok, Indonesia. Lombok is an island east of Bali, which is well-known for its tourist attractions. One of the interesting features planned for the island is the Moto GP race event track that will be completed in 2021. This will result in the arrival of thousands of tourists which motivated the idea of fabricating more villas in the island.

FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR PLAN

PLAN

Drawing made by Matthew Chetcuti

ISOMETRIC VIEW

1. BAMBOO SHINGLE TILES

POLYCARBONATE SHEET

BAMBOO SHEATHING MAT

CROSS-BRACING BAMBOO RAFTER

METAL CAP FRAME

INSULATED GLASS

8. BAMBOO CULM

STEEL ROUND BAR

TEAK WOOD FLOORING

POLYURETHANE MEMBRANE

PLYWOOD

WOOD JOIST

14. STAINLESS STEEL SLEEVE

STAINLESS STEEL BASE PLATE

SCREWPILE FOUNDATION

Drawings made by Matthew Chetcuti

SOUTH SECTION SOUTH ELEVATION

04 The Canadian Canoe Museum

Location: Church St. & Lombard St., Toronto ON Programs: Rhinoceros 6, Enscape 2.8, AutoCad 2020, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: April 2020

There is a great deal of elaboration in the artistry of canoes and kayaks. The composition of the museum follows the delicacy of canoes and kayaks which echoes through their craftsmanship and materiality. With this in mind, the design mimics the concept of the application of these watercraft, together with the exploration of its ingenuity throughout time.

The Canadian Canoe Museum is located in Church St. and Lombard St. which would assist in the development of Church Street to enhance the street’s cultural and historical significance to the city of Toronto. The building facade along Church St. creates an interacting relationship between the museum and the public realm.

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

SERVICE

loading dock storage room woodshop restoration shop quarantine room M+E room/shafts

PUBLIC

• atrium

• cafe • giftshop exhibit rooms auditorium washrooms

PRIVATE

• office spaces meeting rooms staff lounge coat check

CIRCULATORY stairs/ramps elevator fire exits

The particular type of kayak that influenced this design concept is the cedar strip kayak. The formers of the kayak acts as the skeletal frame which makes up the structure. Then, cedar strips are carefully glued together, curving to the shape of the formers to create the body. This resulted in the composition of the facade and the structural framework of the building.

THIRD FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

GROUND FLOOR

BASEMENT

FOURTH FLOOR

NORTH SECTION

VIEW FROM SECOND FLOOR EXHIBITION ROOM

EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE

FIRST GENERATION CANOES EXHIBIT ROOM

1. STEEL BRACKET

TIMBER FLOOR PANEL

RIGID INSULATION

CLT SLAB

SHEEPWOOL INSULATION

GYPSUM BOARD

WOOD SLAT

TWIN WALL

GLULAM BEAM

PANELS

GLULAM COLUMN

RICON CONNECTOR

STEEL MULLION (NAR ROW PROFILE)

ELEVATION

05 The Summit

Location: Hermit Trail, British Columbia, Canada

Competition: 19th Annual CISC Architectural Student Design Competition 2020 (2019-2020 Finalist)

Programs: Rhinoceros 6, Enscape 2.8, AutoCad 2020, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: May 2020

Situated in Hermit Trail, one of the most wellknown hiking paths in Glacier National Park, British Columbia, this observation tower provides a striking approach to its surrounding environment as the tower branches off a peak and extends onto the open space in order for viewers to fully encapsulate the mountains and other natural features. Ingenuity is displayed through the use of steel components that act as a structure through a network of tension members which allows for the discretion of a freestanding tower.

CONTEXT PLAN PLAN

MOUNT SIFTON

SITE

HERMIT TRAIL

MOUNT TUPPER

GRIZZLY MOUNTAIN

TRANS-CANADA HWY

MOUNT MACDONALD

CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY

STRUCTURAL CONNECTION

STAIRCASE

06 The Interlaced

Location: Baghere Village, Senegal Competition: Kaira Looro Architecture Competition, Women's House in Africa

Team Member: Thomas Edmunds Programs: Revit 2022, Enscape 3.1, AutoCad 2022, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Date: May 2021

The Baghere Village Women's House 1s an architectural expression of the fundamental identity of Senegalese women that is celebrated through the integration of the traditional textile fabrics used in their garments. The patterns in these fabrics resemble structure and complexity in a beautiful manner which perfectly represents the women of Senegal as they are the foundation of society, as well as the epitome of strength and life.

PLAN

Drawing made by Thomas Edmunds

The architectural style of Baghere Village’s women housing becomes a fine element of the compelling identity of women in Senegal. The concept is influenced by the traditional textile patterns that Senegal women wear on an everyday basis. In a similar way that these textiles, such as Mankar weaved fabrics, embody heritage, culture, and beauty, the women of Senegal signify the society in which they represent.

The notion of interlacing within the tectonics of the building mimics the “weaving” of patterns that are seen in traditional fabrics. With the use of earth brick blocks, the perforation of the bricks forms a unique ornamentation that alludes to the framework of textile patterns.

This creates the idea of community and cultivates a familiarity in the space that is safe and prosperous for the women in the village.

THATCH ROOF

TEXTILE FABRIC

ROSEWOOD BEAMS

ROSEWOOD COLUMNS

SEAMLESS EARTH BRICK

EARTH BRICK BLOCKS

RAINWATER TANK

EXPLODED ISOMETRIC

Render made by Thomas Edmunds

07 Grand Lac CottageCumulus Work

Location: Val Des Bois

Programs: Revit 2021, Rhinoceros 7, Enscape 3.4, Adobe Photoshop, Ultimaker, Dremel DigiLab Date: May 2022

A modern and minimal cottage for a family of four located in a very steep hill by Val des Bois in Quebec. The concept of this project was to create a contemporary dwelling mostly made out of timber and douglas fir, as well as taking into consideration the location which factors into the opportunities for open views surrounding the cottage.

Render made by Cumulus Architects Inc.

PHYSICAL MODEL

ROOF CEILING

INTERIOR FLOOR PLAN - LEVEL 2

07.2 Unity Master PlanCumulus Work

Location: Toronto, ON Team Member: Adneth Marie Kaze Programs: Revit 2021, Rhinoceros 7, Adobe Photoshop, Ultimaker, Dremel DigiLab Date: February 2022

A project consisting of three Health Centres; St. Joseph Health Centre, St. Michael's Hospital, and Providence Health Care. It involved creating a Master Plan and future design options with the consideration of various health departments program within each hospital.

PROVIDENCE HEALTH CARE ST. MICHAEL'S

MICHAEL'S HOSPITAL

ST. JOSEPH'S HEALTH CARE

: alyssa.verdan@ryerson.ca

: (647) 472-5240

: Alyssa Verdan