Research, Teaching & Professional Practice Portfolio

BRIDGE T A DA M S TI P TO N portfolio 01 // 2020

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CON T E N T S

01 Research: Cake

03 Teaching: Selected Student Work

02 Exhibit: Spaces of Conflict

04 Professional Practice : City of Kent

RESEARCH // 2019

01 CAKE

01 E LE VATING THE DOMESTI C: Sp ecu lat io n s on Pos t-D igit al Cake Or n am en t + 3 D Scan n in g Ornament is used to denote power and

At the scale of the interior, the project

The scale of the ornament was

position, taste and craft (Massey 2018,

explores the idea of each room of a

manipulated digitally and began to better

499). What if the most domestic of

house as a cake corner, served on a plate.

embody the strength of the domestic.

ornament, cake piping decoration, was

The discrete corners are treated as slices

In the physical model reinterpretation

an indicator of strength? This project

with explicit interiors and exteriors.

of the digital model, drywall patching

aims to elevate deeply domestic tools

When arranged, these slices become

compound was used in

and techniques to a significant scale,

less isolated, yet the original corners are

place of icing for longevity and a

reflective of the importance of domestic

indicated through the application of a

comparatively greater strength. It was

life. Through a process which combines

coded decoration.

important to build the model

analog cake piping decoration, 3D

through the same hand extrusion method

scanning and digital scale manipulation,

At the level of the ornament, the

so as not to lose the nuance developed in

familiar and nostalgic icing becomes

investigation began with vegetable

the process.

monumental ornament.

shortening and confectioners’

The strength of the method, while

sugar to make a shelf-stable icing

speculative, only begins to access the

The design process sourced inspiration

consistency. These icing ‘pieces’ were

potentials for this way of

in a historical reference of French pastry

then sprayed with talc to improve the

analog making coupled with translation

(Carême 1815) and the designer’s own

ability of a 3D scanner to read the

to digital space. The nuance available in

1860 home, embracing the quirks of

surface. The successful 3D scans were

digital production of

each. In the case of pastry, the analog

used to aggregate into larger patterns

the ‘material swatches’ provided a level of

tools of piping tips, piping bags and icing

and swatches for application on the

detail that often eludes digitally-native

became generators of interior ornament.

room corners. The digital scans of the

work. The hand

The home provided an exploration of

traditional icing revealed nuances and

making of pastry decoration provided

strange corners, resultant of more than

glitches, providing new texture formation

an appreciation for craft and exploited a

a century of modifications by previous

about the material.

traditional building

residents.

Traditional cake icing, made of shortening and confectioners’ sugar, piped with tip 4B, then sprayed with Talc to improve 3D scan (left).

Ornament, piped with 5 minute drywall patching compound (right).

material and common domestic practice, in a new way.

drywall patching compound, manually piped with tip 70 1 Carême, M. A., Harry Schraemli, and Vincent K., Mrs Smith. 1815. Le Pâtissier Royal Parisien : Ou, Traité Élémentaire et Pratique de La Pâtisserie Ancienne et Moderne ; Suivi d’observations Utiles Aux Progrès de Cet Art, et d’une Revue Critique Des Grands Bals de 1810 et 1811. Chez l’auteur, Galerie de Bossange Père.

2 Lavin, Sylvia. Kissing Architecture. Point: Essays on Architecture. Princeton University Press, 2011.

3 Massey, Jonathan. “Ornament and Decoration.” In The Handbook of Interior Architecture and Design, edited by Graeme Brooker and Lois Weinthal, 497–513. New York: Bloomsbury Visual Arts, 2018.

4 Payne, Jason. “Hair and Makeup.” Log, no. 17 (2009): 41-48.

Digital scan of traditional icing, arranged to develop a material swatch.

Digital scan of traditional icing, arranged to develop a material swatch. The nuances and glitches in the scan provide a new texture and new information about the material.

RESEARCH // 2019

01 CAKE

beer making

empty water glass lonely socks the wine

4B

empty beer glass (inside) unwanted wedding gifts

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4B

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Harry Potter door perpetual pile of papers

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motion light (?) hamper

pile of dirty clothes

unused gift cards

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unimportant receipts

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loose change

The study used the designer’s own 1860 home as source material, embracing the quirks of all of the strange corners, resultant of more than a century of modifications.

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KIT OF CORNERS

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Decorated corners are reassembled as a new interior.

public public

Kit of Corners extracted from the house.

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source corners, decorated with new ornament

This piping diagram indicates the seven types of ornament developed. The nomenclature is borrowed from standard cake piping tips.

RESEARCH // 2019

01 CAKE

drywall patching compound, manually piped with tip 125 Digital scan of traditional icing, arranged to develop a material swatch.

1/2” = 1’-0” scale model ornament piped manually at 1:1

EXHIBIT // 2019

02 SPACES OF CONFLICT

02 E X H IBITION & SYMPOS I U M : S PACES O F CO NFL I CT Our built environment has always been

of contention (SRCs) that have been

This Exhibition opening was tied to

affected and transformed by conflict.

deployed by the demonstrators. The

an international symposium with

Consequently, design professionals

selected movements are portrayed and

distinguished speakers.

are directly or indirectly influencing

categorized based on SRCs to further

the processes of conflict through

highlight the role that urban space has

The Exhibition was held in the Armstrong

infrastructural development, urban and

in the practice and mobilization of social

Gallery at the College of Architecture

architectural interventions, planning

contention.

and Environmental Design at Kent State

policies, and public space-making.

University.

The Spaces of Conflict Exhibition

By focusing on the spatial dimension of

was organized as part of the 50th

All work completed under the direction

protest, this exhibit maps six decades of

Commemoration of May 4, 1970 event

of Taraneh Meshkani.

the history of social movements since

at Kent State University where Ohio

the 1960s. The timeline highlights the

National Guard shot four of the KSU

waves of resistance while illustrating the

students and injured nine during the

duration of movements, their places of

demonstration event against the US war

occurrence, and the spatial repertoires

in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Occupation of Zuccotti Park, New York

Occupation of Tahrir Square, Cairo

City

Occupation of Euromaidan, Kiev

TEACHING // 2019

03 SELECTED STUDENT WORK

03 T E AC HIN G: SELECTED ST U D ENT WO R K NE W YO R K ST UDY TO U R, M AY 2019 This workshop was lead by Ronn Daniel and I was a co-facilitator as we collaborated with students and faculty from the Lebanese American University in Beirut.

INT E R IO R D E SIG N ST U D I O I I I : L A RG E SCA L E D O CU M EN TAT I O N & PL A NNING , FA L L 2 0 1 9

The second project is for Oh Joy! a lifestyle company that finds joy in everyday objects. The student appropriately studied The Aesthetics of Joy and applied them to this corporate space.

I N T ER IOR DE SIG N ST U DIO V: S PEC I AL FOCU S POP U L ATION S, FA L L 2019 This course was coordinated by Tina Patel. The project included is from a

This course was coordinated and

project I facilitated based on the IDEC

developed by Jill Lahrmer. I facilitated

Student Design Competition. All three

one studio section.

section instructors co-taught this team

3 D M ODE L IN G & RE N D ERI NG, SPRIN G 2016 This course and projects are developed, coordinated and taught personally.

For the final project in the course, each student chose an object that could fit in a shoe box to sketch, model and render using all of the programs covered throughout the semester. There is a high level of application involved in modeling such complex objects without a tutorial.

project.

The first project included demonstrates how a student worked subtractively to carve interior spaces. This method and formal quality was derived from the point of view and limitation of a camera. The selected corporate client was a security company.

B E T W E E N INT E R IO R A ND ME T RO PO LIS T RAV E L WO R KS H O P

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WORKSHOP 4

WELLNESS ROOM

LAM: WINTER GRAY

WORKSHOP 1 WORKSHOP 2WORKSHOP 3 WORKSHOP 5

RESTROOM 1

CONNECT ZONE

LARGE CON.

MEDIUM CON. 1

PATIO 2

TRF: GRASS GREEN

RESTROOM 2

VIRTUAL REALITY R.

L E V E L

CPT: TELA GRAPHINE

WORK AREA 1

VIR. ROOM

LAB AREA

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LAM: WINTER

CPT: CHARGE BLUE

PATIO 2

LARGE CON.

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TILE: ABSTRACT

LAB AREA

MID LOBBY 3

CPT: ICE STONE

CAFÉ AREA

SMALL CON.3

SMALL CON.3

PRINTING R.

SMALL CON. 3

BUILDING LOBBY

BUILDING LOBBY

BUILDING LOBBY

LOBBY 2

LOBBY 2

RECEPTION AREA

RECEPTION AREA

STORE

STORE

S M A L L C OSNM . A 1 L L SCMOANL .L2 C O N . 2 SMALL CON.1

CPT: CHARGE GREEN

CPT: WHITE TEAR

RESTROOM 3&4

RECEPTION AREA

WORK AREA 2

PRIVATE OFFICE 1

STORE

SMALL CON.2 SMALL CON.1

MEDIUM CON.2

PATIO 1

TION AREA

ID ST UD IO III: L arg e Sca le D ocum e n t at ion & Pla nni ng

LOBBY 2

PRIVATE OFFICE 2

PATIO 1

I started by taking a camera light beam and pointing it down throw a cylinder. With this, the light penetrates all the way throw the cylinder, forcing the light to come out of the bottom.

Since the light is penetrating through the cylinder the light throw the middle of it creates the space. A cone starts at a point on top and gradually expands going toward the bottom. This is exactly what the light itself does through the cylinder. making the mass the take away from the light beam.

LARGE CONFERENCE

RECEPTION AREA

ID ST UD IO III: L arg e Scal e D ocument at i on & Planni ng

CPT: CHARGE

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Floor Plan - Level 1

Experience Diagram - Level 1

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Room Key

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Floor Plan - Level 2 13

Casual Seating

Top of Stairs Level 2

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Reception and Waiting

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Collaboration Space

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Large Conference Room

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Work Cafe

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Casual Seating

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Digital Presentation Room

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Casual Seating

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Casual Seating

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Shared Private Office 1

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Shared Private Office 2

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Shared Private Office 3

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Casual and Collaborative Seating 26 Restroom

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Level 1

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Bivi Rumble Seat Hoodie

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Gallery

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Medium Conference Room

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Carnegie Vibe 54

Small Conference Room

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Turnstone Buoy

Designtex Delaine Pear

Bivi Rumble Lounge

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Luna Micro Bubbly Poodle

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Reception and Entrance Level 1 Turnstone Alight Ottoman

Wellness Room

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20 Designtex Delaine Pear

Turnstone Buoy

Level 2 Carnegie Vibe 52

Turnstone Alight Ottoman

Bivi Rumble Lounge

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Designtex Sorano Wedgewood

Designtex Mod Geranium

Designtex Paint Dot Snow

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Oh Joy! For Lorena Canals Happy Day Rug

ID ST UD IO III: L arg e Sca le D ocum e n t at ion & Pla nni ng

Oh Joy! For Lorena Canals Happy Party Rug

Oh Joy! Yes Girl You Can Print

ID ST UD IO III: L arg e Scal e D ocument at i on & Planni ng

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THE HEARTH

h:EARTH

/härTH/: a symbol of one’s home

YOU ARE HERE

h:EARTH is a basic needs center for those who are experiencing homelessness. Its mission is to provide any person with the space and tools to access privacy, safety, and choice. Although not a home, h:EARTH maintains residential characteristics to help its users orient themselves and identify with its space. Here, users are welcomed by warmth and made to feel like they belong.

RECLAIMING SPACE | RESTORE BELONGING.

The diagram below represents the centralized living room as a symbol of place and a platform for choice. Each branch or avenue extending from the core represents an opportunity for users to make dignif ied decisions in a safe environment.

DESIGNERS’ CONCEPT STATEMENT DERIVED FROM CHRISTIAN NORBERG-SCHULZ’S “GENIUS LOCI: TOWARDS A PHENOMENOLOGY OF ARCHITECTURE.” If “place” is def ined as the totality of concrete things that makes up the distinct space where life occurs, then we must consider the profound effects of homelessness on human identity. A lack of sense of place may be experienced by those who feel stripped of their basic human rights to safety, privacy, and dignity. An architectural solution that seeks to help those in need through physical orientation, self-identif ication, and provided opportunities for control is one that empowers its users to reclaim their sense of place and belonging.

CHOICE SAFETY PRIVACY

THE FACADE: FAVELA PAINTING OUTCOMES

LIVING ROOM AS CENTER

Favela Paintings began as an approach to restore pride and hope to communities that have been struck down by poverty and challenging times. Grounded on the principle of creating a more inclusive world, Favela has grown into both a Foundation and Academy that use art for social change.

Favela Painting projects can be thought of as “organic global art interventions” that engage the local community and create multifaceted impact. Although the murals may attract positive attention through bold and uplifting graphics, the emotional value of Favela Paintings is undeniable.

LIVING ROOM

“The artworks are a huge impulse to local pride enterprise, perceived safety and sense of community. Residents are prouder, happier and feel more connected.”

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CLERESTORY WINDOWS PROVIDE NATURAL LIGHT + VENTILATION

THE SITE

Puritas Ave. and Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, Ohio

CHARGING STATIONS

The Finish + Materials color palette was crafted to follow earth tones with subtle pattern and texture.

Grounding tones in red brick and rich blues collaborate with airy shades of green and white to establish balance and serenity.

CENTRALIZED ATRIUM

WALKING DISTANCE • Laura’s Home Women’s Crisis Center • Cuyahoga Housing Authority • Cleveland Fire Station 2 • • •

MILES USO of Northern Ohio The Center for Families and Children Cottonwood Reserved Shelter

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MILES Middleburg Heights Food Pantry Salvation Army Meals on Wheels

MATERIAL SELECTIONS

Hard f inishes were selected to contribute to a durable and cleanable interior that will function 24 hours per day.

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All tile selections are polished porcelain. Non-tile walls in wet locations are Wolf Gordon Scuffmaster paint (7,200 Scrubs, in accordance with ASTM D2486, water-based polyurethane-acrylic).

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Flooring f inishes consist of tile, polished concrete (pet + laundry facilities), or Shaw Contract Innate + In Tandem BioBased Polyurethane sheet flooring.

SECTIONAL ELEVATION WHO IS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS IN CLEVELAND? SINGLES African American

71%

White

24%

Latino

4%

Other

1%

PROGRAM AMENITIES

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LAUNDRY FACILITIES vending machines for laundry supplies laundry carts folding tables access to outdoor patio adjacent to kids corner and mothers room adjacent to pet waiting area

FAMILIES African American

82%

White

9%

Latino

6%

Other

3%

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PET AREA pet grooming supplies washing + grooming station temporary pet storage waiting space access to a gated outdoor area

GROUPS Family Households

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82%

Vets

7%

Chronic Homelessness

6%

Young Adults

5%

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RESTROOM + BATHING FACILITIES

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Reported by the HUD as of January 2018, Ohio has an estimated 10,249 people experiencing homelessness on any given day. Cleveland, Ohio is the sixth poorest city in the United States and has seen a 25% increase in homelessness since 2015. Although these statistics alone are staggering, the graphs above further reveal dangerously off-balance demographics of people experiencing these struggles. The reality is harsh but it must be acknowledged with clarity: The epidemic of homelessness is greatly influenced by the unjust racial bias that exists within the political and social structures of society at large. In order to seek improvement, we must seek reform.

private universal bathing and restroom units all accessible cubicles generous circulation +space for carts and belongings select enlarged shower units for families manicure + grooming stations

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As a contribution to reform, this design solution was crafted with the utmost consideration for inclusivity and diversity. Additionally, special attention was paid to providing families with adequate space and resources to care for their basic needs.

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SECURE ENTRY exterior welcome mural buzz-in entry hazardous items storage

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RECEPTION check-in desk adjacent to admin. suite f ile storage

FLEXIBLE VANITY SPACE

ENLARGED SHOWER + GROOMING SPACE

ID ST UD IO V: Sp ec i a l Fo cu s Po pulat ion s

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furniture for families + individuals centralized waiting location 5

KIDS CORNER toy + book storage sight lines to laundry facilities

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COFFEE BAR free coffee + tea

LIVING ROOM

MOTHERS ROOM changing table lounge chair for nursing

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SHOWER SUITE

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SHOWER SUPPORT

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towel + toiletry distribution inventory storage lockers

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MAINTENANCE

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floor sink 10 P E T A R E A secure entry fenced-in “backyard” 11 P A T I O + P L A Y G R O U N D

10 accessible rooms

additional sinks for grooming movable stools

PET AREA

RESTROOMS

15 A D M I N I S T R A T I V E S U I T E work stations + copy / print director’s suite

ID ST UD IO V: Sp eci al Focus Populat i ons

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C O N C E P T S TAT E M E N T

The

To alleviate, to make one’s suffering, deficiency, or problem less severe than the current circumstances have allowed for. But also, to relieve, to have a part in

reception

serves

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the first impression point. In relation to concept, this is the release point of any pressure

causing one to stop feeling distressed or anxious about something. This is Alleviare; late latin term for ‘alleviate’, where one--one that is to be wrapped in humanity by the ambiance created. To take away one’s burdens, even if it is for a short while, in hopes they will return.

In relation to allay which implies an effective calming or soothing of one’s fears, as well as lighten, which

(weapon-storage) and the entrance of a relieving space.

Between these two exists a fusion point where pressure is released: alleviation.

Exposing and keeping the existing storefront for part of

implies reducing a burdensome or depressing weight that one’s current freight of circumstances withholds.

A thought of pure relaxation without time being of the essence, where one is met with humanity. Where love takes over, mercy wraps and takes care of one’s

the exterior allows the purpose and use of the building to be exposed, but the users to have their desired privacy.

Keeping the barber shop

situation, refolds the stress, irons out the imperfections, to give back a cleansed palette, a fresh start, for the day ahead.

towards the storefront allows for that cultural nation-wide feel of an authentic barber shop experience. For safety, the receptionist is encloed in a bullet-proof glass.

This collage shows a visual representation of an experiential exercise completed encompassing the emotion felt through the poems of Alan Shapiro within the Night of the Republic. From this collage, the materials for Alleviare were developed. Materials such as copper, metal mesh, biophilia, and wood began to shape the aesthetic within the interior. Other materials were then chosen based on their durability,

By incorporating a barber shop upon the storefront, Alleviare aims to target and envelop the local demographic of Akron. Research shows the largest demographic of the homeless in Akron are African American. The barber shop serves as a cultural awareness amenity.

reception 2 A K RO N , O H Akron, Ohio serves as one of the fastest growing homeless cities in Ohio.

Previously home to the controversial “Tent City”, Akron is in need of a basic needs center within the shown Goodyear Boulevard region. Close by is the Hope and Healing Battered Women’s Shelter, a hospital, local stores and food shops, as well as public transportation along the main street. Choosing to offset the site by pushing back the storefront into the landscape adds privacy for those not wanting to be put on display, while remaining accesible and in sight from the neighboring bus stop.

Unique 4-digit code customized by user.

One of the main goals of Alleviare’s facility is to ensure security , privacy and safety for all users. Providing a self-operated locker system, for items such as weapons and drugs, allows for Alleviare to maintain a safe environment. This locker system allows users to input their own personal 4-digit code, ensuring their privacy.

Storage shelves placed adjacent to the shower allow the parent direct access to clothes so they may dress in private within the curved double shower curtain rod.

Polycarbonate pergola with a wooden structure enclosing the outdoor seating area Phone charging stations are avaible in the outdoor patio.

is lifted. This makes way for those kinetic (life) waves to move around, only then to peak and centralize once again. For every time this repeats, the force

O U T D O O R PAT I O

FA M I LY S H O W E R

Experiencing homelessness as a parent with children comes with unique challenges.

The family bathroom may alleviate those challenges of caring for children, as well as the parent in a shared situation. Basic needs are met in a spa ambience with a connection to nature through natural light, plants, and a warm teakwood texture. The room is meant to create an atmosphere for everyone to breathe for the moment.

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Multi-height hooks

CHC ADDICTION SERVICES

MAIN TRANSPORTATION BUS ROUTE

R E S T RO O M

R E S T RO O M

R E S T RO O M

VESTIBULE

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Alleviare is a 24 hour facility. The clerestory window allows for the diffuse natural light to filter in the daytime and allows the moonlight in at night.

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1. The angled floating ceiling elements remains unconnected as it flattens, allowing for light to filter into the room and create an ambient aesthetic.

Portable cribs are available at shower support

SITE

S H OW E R

JANITOR’S CLOSET

The ADA tub/shower combo provides access for everyone’s needs. While the mom or dad shower in relative peace, children may watch a 15-minute looped video and remain occupied.

Flush-mounted changing station

HOMELESS CHARITY & VILLAGE

FIRE/EMS STATION

S H OW E R

L I V I N G RO O M

decreases, eventually stabilizing to create a peace.

SUMMA HEALTH

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Paper towel dispenser

kinetic forces are shown from when a pressure point is acted upon. When pressure exists, the natural tendency is to automatically release when the force

SUMMIT LIBERTY HOUSE

ACCESS SHELTER & HOUSING < 30 MINUTE BY BUS

Convex mirror Dirty towel drop-off

To take the word alleviare and diagram it scientifically, we arrived at the parti diagram. Through the parti,

population in the U.S. Akron recently opened a four family home, providing each family with 2 bedrooms, to assist women and their children.

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Baby-changing station Curtain for privacy

CONCEPT TO FLOOR PLAN

Female veterans are the fastest growing homeless

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performance, and humbleness.

HOPE & HEALING RESOURCE CENTER

2. The cove LED light-up strips create an ambient aesthetic during the evening hours of use.

https://www.usich.gov https://www.strongtowns.org/journal?author https://www.cleveland.com/akron/2018/08/facility_for_homeless_female_v.html

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3. Recessed lighting diffuses downward for task lighting.

P R O J E C T G OA L S Animals will be able to walk themselves up to the wash bin using the provided non-slip steps

Dignity, empowerment, and self esteem through personal control.

1. Having two cell phone charging stations outside allows for users to customize their experience and relieve any stress associated with having an uncharged device.

2. Boosting self esteem and empowering the four-paw users that come into this space as well! When a pet owner gets to bathe their best friend, the dignity that comes from this is boundless.

3. Having clean and fresh smelling clothes makes a user’s confidence skyrocket. The vending machines will be stocked with detergent, fabric softener, as well as dryer sheets.

4. Providing good lighting as well as a large mirror (with empowering decal quotes at the tops of each mirror) allows for an increase in user’s confidence. A space where they can shower (with provided in-shower shampoo, conditioner, and soap) as well as have access to any other personal hygiene items they are in need of (diapers, feminine care products, etc.).

5. A manicure station combined with the barber shop area allows for users to take care of their hands and feet with provided sanitary care items (clippers, nail polish, desposible brushes, etc.)

HIgh use of biophilia Fire place rings on the communal tables.

8 kennel cages

Theta Float Spa Pod: allows for employees to relax and let go of a day’s wear of stress

Full-height mirror

Employee lockers

Vending machine for laundry supplies

Outdoor pet wash

Security, privacy, and personal space for all users.

6. Providing zoned spaces within the exterior courtyard to allow for users, wanting personal space, to have an area outside to keep to themselves.

7. Having the shower support staff at the back entrance allows for users to relax in the comfort of the provided security.

8. Each pocket ADA door has a child-proof locking system that ensures the privacy and safety of all users within each shower and restroom stall.

9. Having a separate office allows for any personal or private conversations to be placed within this room.

10. A wood screen wall allows for privacy to the staff working area and protects the line-of-sight of employees from those users entering the space through the front entrance.

11. The receptionist is seated within a bullet-proof glass wall ensuring saftey of the user as well as a privacy element for any paperwork laying out or within the small item storage while away from the desk for short periods of time.

12. Each restroom stall has ample room for any personal items that they may not want to part with (shopping cart, large bags, pets, etc.)

13. Providing a self-customized locker system for any weapon or drug related item allows for total safety of the space for all users.

O U T D O O R PAT I O

Metal mesh protects walls from scratches caused by carts or suitcases.

P E T WA S H

L AU N D RY

The digital panel in the greenery wall shows users their queue numbers and their correspondent shower room numbers

Several outlets are installed in seats and walls Shower support counter is compliant with ADA regulation.

Upholstery of all seats 100% polyurethane.

Cushions are removable.

S O L AC E

SCAN HERE

A D M I N I S T R AT I O N

BARBER SHOP

SECTION CUT 2 Water feature is formed by spheric form housing waterfall equipment.

Sprout at the top of the sphere allows a thin layer of water to flow evenly around the element.

Provides a sense of tranquility to the outdoor area.

Stress Management

14. Providing free coffee and water takes away any stress coming from individuals wondering where they will get their next drink from.

15. Having a staff meditation room in which has a magnesium floating pod for the use of employees only, allows for the high turn-over rate to be adressed and hopefully declined.

16. Providing free water takes away any stress coming from individuals wondering where they will get their next clean and safe drink.

Solar panel-charged stations

Sense of Community

17. Providing multiple seating options, ones where a sense of community is stressed, allows for users to interact with each other and increase their social activity.

18. Providing a living room space with flexible seating arrangements gives users the opportunity to customize their experience.

Beauty and Meaning

19. The outdoor space, protected by the pergola (for rainy and/or winter days), gives users a space infused with biophilia arrangements including hydrangeas and a pathway surrounded by maintained grass.

20+22. Inspiring and encouraging quotes mounted with copper lettering on various walls within the space.

21. Biophilia wall -allows for the benefits behind plants within interiors to be maximized in highly used spaces.

23. The exterior view is extremely important in inviting users into the space. Taking careful design considerations in the planning of the exterior, ensures that users are drawn to this basic needs center.

Marble laminate counter Durable vinyl tile floors 1/8”=1’-0” SCALE

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PROJECT 3: RHINO ASHLEY LEOPOLD PROJECT 3: MODELED OBJECT EMILY STADVEC

PHOTO OF OBJECT

RHINO RENDERING

RENDERED IMAGE

ORIGINAL IMAGE

HAND SKETCHES

SKETCHES SECTION DRAWING

PLAN VIEW

EXPLODED ASSEMBLY

3D MO D E LIN G & R E N D E R I N G

PLAN DRAWING

EXPLODED VIEW

SECTION VIEW

3D MO D E LING & R E ND E R ING

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE // 2016

04 CITY OF KENT POLICE STATION

04 C I T Y OF KEN T POLICE STATI O N Kent, OH // 32,000 SF // $10.4 M // completed December 2017

The project consisted of a 12-day jail

The design team was keenly aware of designing

*Work completed while employed at DS

facility, and Emergency Operations Center

a police station in a post-Ferguson world.

Architecture. All photographs by Scott

(EOC), 24/7 Dispatch, offices for the Patrol

Community Policing is the philosophy of the

Pease Photography, courtesy of DS

Officers, Detectives and Administration.

City of Kent Police Department. It was critical

Architecture

The new facility provided a dramatic

that the building reflect the local architecture

transformation from the old facility with a

and be a source of civic pride. This was

warm and welcoming entry and a public-

accomplished in part through the amount of

facing community room. Evidence storage,

glass used on the facade and the selection of

a workout room, day rooms, and covered

warm, vibrant colors for the exterior.

parking for the patrol cars were all important concerns for the project.

FU L LY IN TEG RATE D A RC H I TECT U RE + IN TE RIOR

Community engagement was an important

The design process for the interior and

part of the project and included several public meetings throughout the design phases of the project.

exterior were fully integrated and worked simultaneously to provide a consistent design throughout.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE // 2016

04 CITY OF KENT POLICE STATION