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Table of Contents
Studio Projects
1.0
Skills
2.0
Professional Experience
3.0
Travel
4.0
Resume
5.0
Comprehensive Studio Project
6.0
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Brett Lezon
Student of Landscape Architecture
Ball State University Address:
1004 W. Marsh St. Muncie, IN 47304 Cell:
815.545.2197 Email:
balezon@bsu.edu
Attending Ball State University the past five years, landscape architecture has become an important part of my life. I am persistently striving to become a better designer through study and professional guidance, while developing the ability to effectively communicate project ideas. My goal is to apply industriousness and steadfast enthusiasm to contribute to your firm’s needs. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely,
Brett Lezon
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Studio Projects 1.0
Main Street Muncie
1.1
CERES Roof Garden
1.2
Moon Garden
1.3
Pogue’s Run Park
1.4
Albion Community Garden
1.5
Merry Lea Learning Center
1.6
Master Plan
Framework Plan
Main Street Muncie A downtown ‘green finger system’ will connect to the surrounding neighborhoods and enliven the businesses. 1.1
Main St. Section
To accomplish this method, a portion of land behind the buildings situated on Main Street was allocated for open space.
Main St. Perspective
A key element to the street design is the use of colors to distinguish each block.
Roof Garden Perspective
Master Plan
CERES Roof Garden Roof Garden Section
Located atop the Energy Center labs at Ball State University, this roof garden provides an escape for students and professors.
1.2
Highlights include an elevated viewing deck to observe Shafer Tower, terraced planters along the back of the space, and a sedge planted boardwalk leading guests to tranquility.
Plants selected include plantain lilies, two-row stonecrop, weeping brown sedges, ostrich ferns, japanese maples, and vine maples.
Moon Garden Section
Moon Garden Section Master Plan
Moon Garden
Moon gardens were used in ancient times as places of gathering for worship. This garden utilizes the quarters of the moon to shape the rooms.
1.3
Plants were chosen based on their night blooming abilities, fragrance, silvery appearance, and ornamental qualities.
Experiences range from smelling the pungent scent of fragrant columbine to viewing the illuminated moon forms at the gardens highest point, the full moon phase.
Pogue’s Run Park Perspective
Pogue’s Run Park Perspective Master Plan
Pogue’s Run Park Section
Pogue’s Run Park Primary medium of the site involves vegetation. Transitions between planting zones worked out deliberately to create a visually engaging mix. 1.4
Program elements include a three weir system acting as hydrology control, islands serve as resting areas, and water basins radiate from islands.
Team project completed by Andy Burrus, TJ Dwyer, and Brett Lezon. I was responsible for assisting in the creation of the sections and rendering the plan and sections.
Generating visual interest from 1-70 was mandatory. To achieve this goal a line of Norway spruce and redbuds were planted along 1-70. Grand entrance lined with sycamores.
Master Plan
Albion Community Garden Character Sketch
Albion Community Garden Section
Albion Community Garden Located adjacent to the Noble County Courthouse in Albion, Indiana this 1.06 acre site will become Albion’s own community garden. 1.5
Designed for both adults and children this community garden offers a variety of activities including an educational garden, children’s garden, and market stand.
Goals include improving downtown Albion’s recreation, economy, tourism, and zoning. Establishing additional green space was key in the progress.
Cub Lake Perspective
Site Plan
Amphitheater Section
Merry Lea Learning Center Designed to bring people together to understand environmental impacts and principles of sustainability. 1.6
Programmed spaces include a compost center, which will educate guests about composting and using recycled materials to create environmental art.
Water is a primary element within the site. The Water Education Center allows guests to view water samples through plexi-glass.
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Skills 2.0
Hand Graphics
2.1
AutoCAD Drafting
2.2
Model Building
2.3
Google SketchUp
2.4
Plans
2.5
Adobe Creative Suite
2.6
Night Rendering of Alley
Historic Facade Elevation
Street Cross-Section
St. Clair Housing Design Sketch
St. Clair Housing Design Sketch
Hand Graphics I enjoy sketching and employing hand graphics. Sketch books accompany me when I travel.
2.1
Experimentation with a variety of hand graphics is showcased above.
Sketching is an excellent communication tool.
Magnificent Amberson’s Planting Plan
Community Center Grading Plan
AutoCAD Drafting
2.2
Beachwalk Shower Drainage
Moon Garden Model
Residential Grading Model
Model Building Model building is an important skill to showcase your designs.
2.3
The Moon Garden model (shown on left) was built primarily using a laser cutter. In addition, plant material was applied by hand.
The Residential Grading model (shown on right) was constructed by a laser cutter. Pieces were glued and assembled by hand.
Seattle Waterfront Master Plan
Seattle Waterfront Pedestrian Bridge
Seattle Waterfront Island
Seattle Waterfront Birds-Eye View
Google SketchUp SketchUp allows for quick and simple 3D digital modeling.
2.4
The images above showcase design options for Seattle’s Central Waterfront, a project completed in my urban design studio.
Some of the features of the site include three islands, an amphitheater, water recreation, and terraced promenades along Elliott Bay.
Plan Sketch
Residential Plan Sketch
Plans Magnificent Amberson’s Plan 2.5
Streetscape Plan Sketch
Board Layout using Illustrator
Main St. Muncie Enlarged Plan using Photoshop
Craddock Wetland Section using Photoshop
Adobe Creative Suite Plan Rendering using Photoshop 2.6
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Professional Experience 3.0
Clearwater Parks & Rec.
3.1
The Morton Arboretum
3.2
John Craddock Wetland
3.3
Entrance to parking
Land Existing Seat Wall,Typ.
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Lake Chautauqua Park
Exit to Landmark Dr.
Proposed Parking with Bike Rack 2
Future Connection to Local Trails
Aluminum Angle Iron, Typ.
Trash Picnic Pavillion 3,000 PSI Concrete in 28 days, with Commercial Fiber Mesh Typ.
Stainless Steel 1/4-20 Drop In Anchor SS 18-8, Typ.
B.S.A. Camp Soule
Vulcum Caulk to Match Concrete, Typ. 1/4" Backer Rod, Typ. 1/4" x 6" Poly Expansion Joint, Typ. 6" Existing Concrete Slab, Typ. 3,000 PSI Concrete in 28 Days with Commercial Fiber Mesh, Typ.
6"
6"
3 7
Section D-D Scale: 3/32" = 1'-0"
18"
Existing Beach Sand Subgrade, Typ.
4 7
3/4"
Aluminum Angle Iron Detail Scale: 6" = 1'-0"
CL
Pond
Primitive bridge to be removed & replaced
3/8" Stainless Steel Aluminum Grate, Typ.
EQUAL
1/4 o x 1" Stainless Steel Drop In Anchor (Pre Drill & Slip in Anchor)
New bridge
EQUAL
1'-0"
3/4"
EQUAL
EQUAL
Chautauqua Park South
2'-0"
Section B-B Dimensions Scale: 2 1/2" = 1'-0"
Section B-B Scale: 2 1/2" = 1'-0"
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5 7
Screw Detail Scale: 6" = 1'-0"
6 7
North Beach Shower Screw Layout Scale: 2 1/4" = 1'-0"
KEY Project Boundary Future Facilities (Not grant related)
1'-4" TO FIN. GR.
EXISTING EXPANSION JOINT 1/2" x 6"
1'-2" MAX.
EQUAL
1'-0" O.C. TO REVEAL
PREPARED SUBGRADE
1'-0" CONCRETE
3/4"
TRENCH DRAIN
STAR PATTERN
STAR PATTERN
1'-0"
3/4"
3/4"
EQUAL
3/4"
EQUAL
EQUAL
Existing Facilities Trash Receptacle
Interpretive Signage Locations New Bridge
Picnic Pavillion
Primitive Bridges To Be Removed & Replaced
Lake Chautauqua Equestrian Trail System
10"
1'-0"
Proposed Grant Facilities Existing Pond
1'-0" MIN.
EXISTING EXPANSION JOINT 1/2" x 6"
POLY EXPANSION JOINT 1/4" x 6"
EQUAL
EQUAL
2'-6" MAX. TO FIN. GR.
Beachwalk Shower Trench Drain Details EQUAL
Existing primitive trail to be replaced with new trail
Future Connection to Local Trails
3/4"
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Picnic Pavillion
Primitive bridge to be removed & replaced
1 Project Boundary
Stainless Steel 1/4-20 x 1 Flat Head Torx Security Screw, Typ.
1/4"
1'-0"
Lake Chautauqua
3/8" Thick Brushed Aluminum Grate, Typ.
5 7
3'-0"
3'-0" 1/4" 3/8"
Trash
Shared Use Equestrian and Nature Trail
Landmark Dr.
4 7
3/8" Thick Brushed Aluminum Grate, Typ.
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Future East West Trail
3/4"
8"
8"
2'-4"
EQUAL
SAND/SEAT WALL 2'-0"
2'-0"
Middle Beach Shower Screw Layout Scale: 2 1/4" = 1'-0"
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South Beach Shower Screw Layout Scale: 2 1/4" = 1'-0"
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Beach Walk- Shower Remediation Proposed Details
Lake Chautauqua Equestrian Parking Completed Beachwalk Shower Trench Drain
Clearwater Parks & Recreation Clearwater, Florida
3.1
One of my initial projects, Lake Chautauqua, was to make enhancements to the master plan for a grant, design a 12 stall equestrian parking lot, and perform cost estimation.
Three of the Beachwalk showers had drainage issues. As a result, my task was to resolve the issues. I chose to design and install trench drains. Details and completed design shown above.
The Morton Arboretum Lisle, Illinois 3.2
Character Sketch
Boardwalk
Signage Design Group Design Studies
John Craddock Wetland Muncie, Indiana
3.3
Boardwalk
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Travel 4.0
Seattle, WA
Boston, MA
4.1
4.3
Portland, OR
4.2
Washington, DC
4.4
4.1
Olympic Sculpture Park
Freeway Park
Elliott Bay
Gas Works Park
Seattle, WA
4.2
Stormwater Design
Keller Fountain Park
Tanner Springs Park
Riverfront
Portland, OR
4.3
The Big Dig
Stata Center MIT
Arnold Arboretum
Simmons Hall MIT
Boston, MA
4.4
Dumbarton Oaks
Meridian Hill Park
Historic Facade
United States Botanic Garden
Washington, DC
Brett Lezon
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1004 W. Marsh St. | Muncie, IN 47304 balezon@bsu.edu | 815.545.2197
Resume 5.0
Objective
To obtain an entry-level position as a landscape architect upon graduation in the spring of 2011.
Skills & Abilities
- Hand Rendering and Drafting - Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign - AutoCAD 2011 - Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint - Google SketchUp Pro 8 - Site Design, Master Planning - Construction Documents
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
- Sketching
Ball State University, Muncie, IN - May 2011
President, Ball State Student Chapter ASLA- since April 2009 Member, Student Chapter ASLA- active member since 2007
Achievements Eagle Scout Award - BSA’s highest achievement, earned in March 2004 ASLA Advocacy Day 2010 - One of ďŹ ve students nominated nationally to attend Community Service - John Craddock Wetland Nature Preserve, 2009-2010 Designed and helped construct in Muncie, Indiana
Professional Activities
Rehbein Design Charette 2008 | Ball State University | Muncie, IN LABASH 2009 | Penn State University | State College, PA Chicago Flower and Garden Show | 2009 ASLA Annual Meeting & EXPO | Chicago, IL | 2009 INASLA Annual Meeting | Indianapolis, IN | 2009 Craddock Design/Build Charette 2009 | Ball State University | Muncie, IN Chicago Flower and Garden Show | 2010 LABASH 2010 | University of Nevada, Las Vegas INASLA Annual Meeting | Indianapolis, IN | 2010
Employment History Intern
City of Clearwater- Parks and Recreation Clearwater, FL
May 2010-Aug.2010
Responsibilities included preparation of construction documents, conceptual design, master planning, site design, and meeting with contractors. Volunteer
The Morton Arboretum Lisle, IL
June 2009-Aug.2009
Assisted horticulturists and plant biologists in maintaining display gardens and lake environment. Laborer
Fawn Landscaping & Nursery, Inc. Frankfort, IL
May 2008-July 2008
Duties included constructing residential and commercial landscapes.
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Contacts Brett Lezon Student of Landscape Architecture
Ball State University Address:
1004 W. Marsh St. Muncie, IN 47304 Cell:
815.545.2197 Email:
balezon@bsu.edu
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Comprehensive Studio Project 6.0
Midterm Progress
Problem/Inventory/Analysis
6.1
Concepts
6.2
Schematic Design
6.3
Perspectives
6.4
Terminate Drew St. to fishing pier, allow for a drop off area and turn around zone
Strong disconnect due to parking lot, complete linear pattern
Terminate Cleveland St. at Osceola to increase water views and establish pedestrian entry
Vicinity Map
Site Analysis
Lack of connectivity to Cleveland Street, borrow elements to unify
Extend Pierce Blvd. to connect with Drew St., locating parking on the perimeter Establish parking on north and south perimeter of park, allowing for views of Clearwater Harbor in center
Coachman Park
Harborview Center
Problem/Inventory/Analysis The 5th year of the program at Ball State requires a research phase and comprehensive design project. 6.1
I chose my project site in Clearwater, FL. The site is comprised of Coachman Park, Harborview Center, and Bayfront Tennis Complex.
The site is adjacent to Clearwater Harbor, creating an opportunity for the site. Currently, an abundance of parking poses a strong disconnect to the neighboring context.
The Solar Canopy Equation
Great Lawn Solar Canopy
Solar Canopy Concept Solar Canopy Promenade
Concepts By borrowing elements from the Singapore helix bridge and the Treepods in Boston, I’ve developed a solar canopy concept. 6.2
Due to the average 240 sunny days per year in Clearwater implementing a solar generating system while linking key nodes begins to set the framework.
The solar canopy has several benefits: provides cover, artistic element, educational opportunity, remove carbon dioxide and release oxygen, and create an attractive environment.
Legend: 1_Parking/Service Area 2_Boat Slips North 3_Boat Slips South 4_Clearwater Harbor 5_Great Lawn/Bandshell 6_Open Space/Vendor/Staging 7_Seating Area 8_Garden 9_Solar Canopy Promenade 10_Central Quad 11_Water Feature 12_Pond 13_Restrooms 14_Clearwater Public Library 15_Outdoor Reading 16_Galleria/Outdoor Mall 17_Pavilion 18_Tennis Courts 19_Residential Tower 20_Mixed-Use 21_Parking 22_City Hall 23_Parking 24_Downtown District
Schematic Master Plan The park consists of several major attractions including a bandshell, galleria, and solar canopy system. 6.3
To preserve views of Clearwater Harbor all parking is located on the perimeter of the site.
The site will have users arriving by foot, bike, boat, and car. Therefore, clearly denoted entrys are crucial.
Galleria
Looking Southwest
Looking South Toward Great Lawn
Perspectives
Solar Canopy Promenade
Above are a series of renderings produced in Google Sketchup Pro 8. I enhanced the images using Photoshop. 6.4
The galleria was envisioned to attract tourists and locals which will help to keep the site lively on a consistent basis.
The great lawn, as shown on the bottom left, will be host to a variety of events including the Jazz Holiday and Sea Blues, to name a few.
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