Michael Evertsen Ball State University graduate portfolio spring 2013
Mission Statement
I believe true happiness can be obtained by not deviating from my core values; discipline, love, humor, and adherence to high moral standards. I am driven by the opportunity to provide peace and happiness for me and my family in a career and field that I have an immense passion for.
Contents
IN-SITU CAP in-situ installment
TNUB the new urban block
MASS. AVE. massachusetts avenue
Resume experience + accomplishments
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resume’ Professional Summary Current Master of Architecture student and former transportation industry professional with over 15 years of experience in the management and transportation of general commodities in a safe, productive, and costefficient manner; and bachelor’s degree holder looking to apply these combined skills and passion for architecture to an internship, licensure, and eventually professional practice in the field of architecture.
Education Master of Architecture College of Architecture and Planning Ball State University, Muncie, IN Working towards a Master’s Degree while supporting a family. Bachelor of Arts, Design Studies
Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ Financed education and living expenses, working 50+ hours per week
Relevant Coursework Professional Seminar in Design Studies Building Technology I and II
Rhineroceros 4.0 SketchUp
Adobe Creative Suite AutoCAD 2012-13
May 2011 - Current
May 2010
Projects
Given a university grant to build an in-situ project on the Ball State University campus. Teamed up with another individual to create an undulating wall system with the only limitation being that we could not exceed budget. Received faculty and student acclaim for integration into the site, maximum utilization of materials through CNC technology, and functionality.
Activities Membership Recruitment Director, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts (HIDA), Tempe, AZ • Directly involved with the recruitment and activation of ASU alumni to HIDA. • Responsible for developing and managing relationships between students, faculty, and advisors. Member, Arizona State University Alumni Association, Tempe, AZ
Experience After-Hours Operations Manager Knight Transportation, Phoenix, AZ • Managed the nation-wide operations of over 3,500 semi-trucks and driving associates. • Developed new employees for advancement to various responsibilities company-wide. • Ensured safety, profitability, and efficient use of equipment during off-peak hours.
July 2008 – 2011
Safety Director/Recruiter June 2004 - July 2008 Knight Transportation, Carlisle, PA • Reduced preventable accident rate from 4.1% to 1.4% resulting in an annual savings of over $2.6 million dollars. • Lowered insurance accrual rates from 8% to 6% annually increasing profits by $250,000.00 annually. • Enforced DOT and corporate policy on 96 drivers, 94 semi-trucks, and an operations staff of 12 individuals. • Grew a new division from $0.00 revenue to over $600,000.00 monthly revenue in less than 6 months. • Hired and performed weekly orientation for qualified drivers contributing to one of the industries lowest turnover rates. • Grew a new division from 0 to 52 trucks in less than 6 months. • Collaborated on the creation of policies and procedures for corporate-wide implementation. Driver Manager June 2003 – June 2004 Knight Transportation, Indianapolis, IN • Personally managed a fleet of over 30 semi-trucks and driving associates. Responsibilities included ensuring $600.00 a day in revenue per truck, coordinating driver’s pick ups and deliveries for on-time service, and improved and developed associates’ personal skills and abilities. • Consistently achieved 90% and higher on-time delivery with industry leaders such as Wal-Mart, IKEA, Kal Kan, and Johnson and Johnson. After-Hours Operations Manager December 1999 – June 2003 Knight Transportation, Phoenix, AZ • Managed three office employees and a fleet of over 2,000 semi-trucks and driving associates. • Managed corporate-wide operations after-hours. Responsibilities included covering the remaining freight transitioned from the day shift and resolving issues regarding fuel, safety, payroll, and driver finances. • Worked directly with Corporate Vice President Keith Knight to address the challenges of nightly operations in a fast-paced environment. Cargo Claims Specialist Knight Transportation, Phoenix, AZ • Liaison between Knight Transportation and its customers to properly handle overage, shortages, or damaged product. • Worked directly with the Claims Manager to limit corporate losses and liabilities. Semi-Truck/Trailer Mechanic Knight Transportation, Phoenix, AZ •
Repaired and efficiently maintained fleet equipment, i.e. semi-trucks, trailers, and other corporate vehicles in the most cost-effective manner.
August 1998 – December 1999
August 1996 – August 1998
Massachusetts Avenue
Spring 2012 Site
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include an intimate, improvisational theater and an aquarium for my two programmes. Located on Massachusetts Avenue, just north and east of downtown Indianapolis, the site (above and right) is located within a part of the city that is home to the revived arts district. With the history and spirit of the area in mind I relished the opportunity to create a unique experience by adding an aquarium to the district. I felt the intimate nature of the theater and aquarium would blend well into the site, and it would compliment the existing shops.
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Implied space, shifting walls, and fluidity were the main themes behind my design. I was intrigued by the idea of defining a space, not by what is considered a standard wall system but rather what may NOT exist there to define the space. This was the thought process that set in motion my interest in exploring negative and positive spaces and how I could apply these concepts to this particular studio project. Overall requirements stated that there be two programmes mixed into the site and/or structure. I chose to
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ARCH 304: Architectural Design Studio
Indianapolis
Concept Model #1 At this point I was interested in seeing the defined spaces within the structure from multiple vantage points. For example, when viewing the structure from the south side each occupy-able space would appear defined, yet the ability to see through the building to what is beyond would make the structure appear more transparent and accessible to all.
Concept Model #2 Having been inspired by the Barcelona Pavilion and the Ara Pacis Museum in Rome, Italy I created my second concept model. This was just the simple process of arranging similar sized squares of chipboard onto a flat surface, but when they were arranged randomly it allowed me to focus on the negative spaces that were the result of the overall arrangement.
Concept Model #3 What would it be like to be inside of a space, but not necessarily outside of it at the same time? This was the question that I felt compelled to investigate further with this concept model. Like my other concept models, this model furthered my curiosity towards the creation of a space or set of spaces simply by putting up a divider or materials of differing properties.
1. Entry Courtyard 2. Lobby 3. Main Lounge 4. Control Booth 5. Theater + Stage 6. Receiving Dock 7. Workshop 8. Existing Pub
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Second Level Plan
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First Floor Plan
1. Fish Wall 2. Service Room 3. Aquarium 4. Snack Bar 5. Stage 6. Back of House 7. Service Lift 8. Storage
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Lower Level Plan
East Elevation
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Third Level Plan + Roof Garden
* All Drawings shown @ 1/16” = 1’ Unless Noted Otherwise Noted
Roof Level Plan
South Elevation
South Elevation (Not to Scale)
Bird’s Eye View West Facade
North Elevation (Not to Scale)
North Facing Section Elevation @ 1/16” = 1’
The New Urban Block
Above: These images give a glimpse into the dire state of the city. For example, “Main Street” is a designation only. In fact, Broad Street acts more as the city’s center than any other street or district. Below: A Hockney-style photo of Main Street looking south towards Dittrigh’s Auto Clinic.
ARCH 203: Architectural Design Studio
Professor Harry Eggink
Fall 2011
The town of Griffith, Indiana is at a crossroads, literally! A once vibrant and economically solid railroading community, Griffith experienced tremendous growth and success starting around the mid 1800s when the Indiana State Legislature passed the Swamp Reclamation Act, an act which provided the opportunity for many immigrants to change the face of the saturated landscape by turning it into a vibrant farming community. Along with the farming growth came the need for railroads to supply larger cities such as Chicago, for example.
Unfortunately, the town has experienced better days. Students from Ball State University have worked closely with Griffith’s townspeople with a series of design charrettes and meetings in an attempt to revitalize the struggling city. The New Urban Block was a three-part semester-long project that was used by Professor Eggink to bring attention to the city’s issues of housing, the lack of a defined city center, and the incorporating of existing elements ,such as the extensive network of railroad tracks, into the overall design concept and plan for the city.
Lower Level Plan
Second Level Plan
Townhouse Component My goal for addressing the housing component for this project was two-part. First, we were given the task of designing a townhouse that incorporated three different demographics: retail space, housing for couples with one or two children, and retired or elderly couples. I felt these spaces could be inter-woven, and that there was room to make a play on the typical design strategy which is to put retail on the ground level and then build all else above it. Second, green space and the connection to the street was important. With my design, each unit has access to ample light, street views, and green space.
Third Level Plan
Lower Level
West Elevation
Ground Level
3D Physical Model Bird’s Eye
Second Level
East Elevation
Third Level
3D Physical Model South Elevation
Civic Component For this portion of the programme it was important to continue to define a city-center. I felt that a black box theater and municipal gathering space, located directly at the northwest corner of Broad and Main streets, would accomplish this goal. From an economic growth perspective I felt that a multi-use facility, well designed and integrated into the existing infrastructure, would tap into surrounding economies and demand from cities such as Chicago, which is a forty-five minute drive from Griffith, or Indianapolis and its fringe cities which are all in close proximity to the area as well.
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1. Main Entry 2. Ticket Office 3. Black Box Theater 4. Set Storage 5. Restrooms 6. Gallery A 7. Gallery B 8. Overflow
3D Materials Study Render
Floor Plan (Not to Scale)
Physical Study Model
2D North Elevation (Not to Scale
Overhead View
Transit Stop The final component, the transit stop, was an opportunity for me to tie all three components together. First, it would allow for the re-use and utilization of the existing rail system. With the reality that Griffith may now just be a stop on the tracks instead of a destination, I felt this would be the key to the new urban block. Next, this would be the gateway for those commuting to and working for companies in the larger cities such as South Bend or Chicago. Finally, a well-designed and easily accessible city, along with proper management, could invite the relocation of new industry to Griffith.
3D Overhead Render w/ Attributes
West Elevation
South Elevation
West Elevation 3D Render
South Elevation 3D Render
Three-dimensional models such as the one to the right and left brought the overall concept to fruition and tied the townhouse, the theater, and the transit stop together.
East Elevation
East Elevation 3D Render
In-Situ Installment
Team Members: Michael Evertsen + Brian Darrow
* Photograph used courtesy of Ball State University and CAP
West Facade
South Facade
Massachusetts Avenue
View to the Southeast
ARCH 314: Building Technology II
Professor Miguel SanMiguel
Spring 2012
Simplistic-Dynamism best describes the concept and core idea of this project. We were interested in the idea of taking an off-the-shelf and readily accessible material such as plywood, for example, and combining digital and CNC technologies as part of the design and construction process. Our goal was to design and then arrange all pieces in a manner that would be both aesthetically pleasing and functional. It was designed to be occupied. It is meant to be a warm and inviting place of refuge with undulations intended to contrast
the sharp angles of the concrete platforms and steps that serve as the backdrop for the structure. With a grant of $800.00 from Ball State University, we had the charge of creating a habitable space along the College of Architecture’s south facade. There were no preconceived limitations other than we could not exceed our budget, and the structure had to be built in a way that would allow us to disassemble and then reassemble it at another location. In other words, reuse of materials was a big concern.
East Face Looking West
Preliminary Sketches
Cut Sheets From Rhino
Thermwood CNC Router
Concrete Study Model
Bird’s Eye Wall Closed
Top View Wall Closed
Bird’s Eye Wall Open
Top View Wall Open
Using technology throughout the design and implementation process was a crucial part of our concept. Working with a set of initial sketches and ideas, Brian and I moved our ideas to digital format. Using Rhinoceros 4.0 not only gave us a three-dimensional representation of what our structure would look like before we built it, Rhino was critical for the writing of files in Mastercam, the program used by the 3 axis CNC router used to create pieces for the final installment.
Above: Finished structure with moveable undulating wall. Two, two-hundred pound rated castors bore the weight of the wall, and they allowed the occupier to personalize the space. Below: Three details of the finished structure. A ground level view of the steps to the left show the plywood spacers and assembly, the middle photograph shows the main wall detail from the side, and the picture to the lower-right shows the face of the main, undulating wall. Left: A final shot of the entire site with the undulating wall fully opened.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION Michael Alan Evertsen mevertsen@bsu.edu Cell # (717) 343-0050