Enmeshed Experiences
Intersectional Design School in Culver City, CA
Breaks in Space
Elementary School in the LA Arts District
Mountains and Valleys
Interpretative Center in Morro Bay, CA
Professional Work
Selected Works of Projects and Competitions
Location: Oakland, California
Type: Mixed-use
Winter-Spring 2024
Prof. Stacey White
In collaboration with Israel Hernandez
COLISEUM 34 proposes two approaches that define it’s essence. First, we delved into a revitalization approach to connect the existing community into one whole, knit community that grows and revitalizes itself into a prospering community, not one left in poverty and separation. We then transformed the existing parcel into a dense housing project that maximizes its allowable footprint and a community core that creates a space for community gathering and interaction.
Site Diagrams
Done in collaboration with Queenie Wu and Sofia Mediana
The project is located in Oakland’s Coliseum neighborhood, strategically positioned near prominent landmarks and event centers.
Featuring a mass timber structure, a dynamic glazed oscillating façade, and terracotta slats for effective shading.
The facade staggers and spans different heights based on creating railings and house soffits that allow for lighting and ventilation
The beautiful structure remains exposed to the users bringing a sense of nature into the building. Above is a rendering of a typical residential unit. Below is a rendering of the teaching kitchen designed for residents and community members.
This section illustrates the structural elements and all the components necessary to ensure the building remains comfortable for its users.
2”x6” Terracotta Vertical Cladding
Fan Powered VAV w/ Reheat for Commercial
Commercial Glulam Beam: 10”x31.5”
Commercial Glulam Column: 10”x10”
506 sq. ft. Boiler Room and Chilled Water Plant
746 sq. ft. Cooling Tower
Hydronic Radiant Heated Floors
Roof Mounted Photovaltaic panels
1,575 sq. ft. Fan Room
Operable Windows for Wind Outlet
Location: Culver City, California
Type: Education Fall 2023
Prof. Alex Hirsig
Enmeshed Experiences is a visionary project centered on seamlessly integrating the school with its urban surroundings. The design utilizes diverse circulation paths, transforming them into dynamic gallery spaces that facilitate interaction and collaboration among students, faculty, and external critics. By curating rotating exhibits and cultivating a creatively stimulating form and interior partition, the space is purposefully crafted to ignite inspiration among students specializing in Architecture, Film + Sound, and Graphic Design. The project not only fosters a sense of connectivity but also serves as a catalyst for the continuous exchange of ideas within the vibrant tapestry of the urban and educational landscape.
This floor plan shows the educational program of the building but also shows the the three alcoves created by the form. These alcoves create space for gathering and winding down.
These interior images showcase two key interactive elements that embody the essence of the project. The image above highlights the library and study floor, while the image on the right features the rotating exhibits within the circulation spaces.
Location: San Luis Obispo, California
Type: Bathouse
Fall 2022
Prof. Tom di Santo
Aquatecture is a public bathhouse with a design that embodies the essence of water, its fluidity, and wetness. The project emphasizes form and circulation, drawing inspiration from the movement of a flowing river. Long corridors symbolize the continuous flow of water, while shorter corridors represent breaks or points where the river diverges or comes to an end. The bathhouse features cold and hot pools, bike parking, and locker rooms, providing both functionality and relaxation. Beyond its architectural expression, the project fosters a sense of connection and serves as a catalyst for community building
Urban Intervention
Situated near the train tracks and downtown San Luis Obispo, the project is designed to serve as both a hub and a retreat for students and professionals seeking a break from long hours.
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Education Spring 2023 Prof. Kelle Brooks
Location: Morro Bay, California
Type: Interpretative Center
Winter 2023
Prof. Zahra Rasti
Mountains and Valleys is an interpretative center in which the form was inspired by the mountains and valleys prevalent on the site and the local area, Black Hill, Morro Bay. The “peaks” of the building are meant to resemble the mountains and the linear form is meant to resemble the valleys. The interpretative center is made up of 4 main programs, the Cafe, Educational Gallery, Conference Room, and Hiker Accommodation. The project is focused on creating a dynamic open space on the interior and the exterior acts as an extension of the nearby hiking path.
Step 1: 4 Rectangular Prisms
Step 2: Horizontal Extension based on the contours of the site and to maximize light in the gallery
Step 3: The ends of the mass is pushed down to allow for circulation on top of the building acting as an extension of the paths.
Step 4: Extend and Compress points to maximize views
This project was a collaborative effort in property development, focused on addressing the ongoing shortage of affordable housing. As the team leader, I assessed multiple parcels and developed a thoughtful design while carefully managing financial decisions. Rather than maximizing the number of units per acre, we chose to reduce the total unit count to optimize the project’s proforma and overall viability.
