Benjamin Kaufman Selected Works 2018-2024
Benjamin Kaufman
Design Professional – LEED Green Associate
614 - 719 - 9059 | Kaufman.576@osu.edu
Columbus, Ohio
Education
The Ohio State University
Master of Architecture
University Fellow | Graduate Assistant | 3.93 GPA
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
University Honors | Magna Cum Lauda | 3.9 GPA
Minor in Sustainability | Honors College Graduate
Columbus State Community College
College Credit Plus | 41 Credits | 4.0 GPA
Dublin Jerome High School
Valedictorian | Graduated with Honors | 4.2 GPA
Graduated with honors | National Honors Society
Work Experience
The Ohio State University Instructor - Graduate Assistant
Champlin Architecture
Architecture Intern
Schematic Design | Design Development | Cons. Doc.
OakBridge Timber Framing LTD
Architecture Intern
Schematic Design | Design Development | Cons. Doc.
GreenScapes Landscape Architecture
Architecture Intern
Construction & Evaluation | Design Dev. | Cons. Doc.
Current Aug. 2022 May 2022 Aug. 2018 May 2018 Aug.2015
May 2018 Aug. 2013
Current Aug. 2023
June 2022 Feb. 2022
Aug. 2020 May 2020 Aug. 2019 May 2019
Contents
Academic
Fracture
The Flex Chair
Ecology Center
Collision Catalyst
Tectonics
Professional
Dental Excellence
The Mainger Residence | OakBridge
Personal
Photography
Ceramics
FRACTURE
International Arts Program Graduate School – Fall 2022
THE FLEX CHAIR
An Exploration in Product Design Graduate School – Summer 2023
Mauritius Ecology Center
Heritage and Ecology Center for the Island of Mauritius Undergraduate – Spring 2022
The Ecology and Heritage Center is an adaptive reuse of a historic bunker called the marcello tower. The tower acts as the origin point from which the new construction extends. The design parallels the relationship between the Island of Mauritius and its coral reefs. The center wraps around a central courtyard that acts as an ecological refuge for local flora and fauna. The building makes use of regional materials such as bamboo and basalt stone blocks.
Stainability is a crucial element of this design. As such, the design incorporates passive cooling techniques, rainwater reclamation, daylighting, and a photovoltaic array. The center acts as a symbol of sustainable design and provides a place for future generations to learn about sustainable practices. History and cultural heritage is also of critical importance to this design. As such, the historic structures were integrated into the design.
Wetlands
Photovoltaic Panels
Passive Cooling
UP UP UP UP
1. Ecology Research Laboratory
2. Ecology Exhibition Space
3. Ecology Seminar Room
4. Cafe and Lounge
5. Lobby & Help Desk
6. Heritage Seminar Room
7. Heritage Exhibition Space
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8. Ecology Research Laboratory
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Researcher’s Office
10. Lobby Clear Story
11. Balcony Overlook
12. Convention Space C
13. Convention Space B
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14. Convention Space A
“Process” 2023 Photography
“Architecture is how we impact people’s lives, foster a sense of community, and build towards a better future.”
– Benjamin Kaufman