Brad Bowers Urban Planning | University of Cincinnati
Brad Bowers
351 W McMillan Street Apt. 2 Cincinnati, Ohio 45219 (614) 736-1706 bowersby@mail.uc.edu
Education University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio Bachelor of Urban Planning School of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning
Pickerington High School Central Class of 2012
Work/Co-op Anderson Township Planning and Zoning Department Spring 2015 and Fall 2015 Co-Op Student
OKI Regional Council of Governments Summer 2015 Traffic Data Collection Intern
Coopers Hawk Winery & Restaurants March 2014- January 2015 Houseworker
Skills Software
ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Adobe Design Suite
Personal
Team Based Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Construction Skills
Activities/Experiences Attended the American Planning Association National Conference 2015 in Seattle Attended the David J. Allor Cincinnati Chapter Conference 2015 Attended World Town Planning Day 2015 Member of UC Student Planning Organization Volunteer events for the Columbus Blue Jackets Adult Hockey League Literacy Network Volunteer WordPlan Creative Writing Ceter Volunteer
Table of Contents Hand Drawings
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GIS Building Inventory
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Studios: I. Northside II. Mount Airy II. Over-the-Rhine
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Co-op Experience I. Anderson Township
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Current Projects
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Study Abroad
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Hand Drawings
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OTR Building Inventory
In my intro to GIS class, we were asked to update the CAGIS building inventory for Over-The-Rhine. We were split into nine different groups and assigned a block of the neighborhood each. The colored area of this map shows the block that we updated. After touring the area, we updated the buildingshapefiles for our section. The fields we updated were year built and land use. Looking at our land use map, it is clear to see that the majority of these buildings are vacant, however, there is evidence of redevelopment around both Findlay Market to the northeast and Washington Park to the southeast. This is prime real estate for both residents and businesses. The hope is that Over The Rhine is revitalized into a popular and desireable place to live and work within the coming years. We saw that most of the vacant buildings were built in and before the 1900’s. The majority of the buildings were built between 1881 and 1910. 6
Year Built
Land Use
Building Use 2014
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850
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875
Commercial
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900
Vacant
29%
925
Institutional Mixed Use
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40%
975 6%
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Use
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Commercial
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Vacant
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Institutional
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Mixed Uses
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Residential
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Office
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Storage
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Building Use 2014
Above is a land use map of the zone. It is clear to see that the majority of these buildings are vacant. However, there is evidence of redevelopment around both Findlay Market to the northeast and Washington Park to the southeast. This uilt in and before 1900. Above is a map of our area displaying the ages is prime real estate for both residents and businesses. The hope is that Over The Rhine is majority of the buildings were built between 1881 and 1910. a popular and desireable place to live and 1% 1% revitalized into1800-1825 3%work within the next five years. 2% Commercial 1826-1850 6% 11% Vacant 1851-1875 18% 9%
Year Built
OTR Building Inventory 29%
1876-1900
6%
1901-1925
7%
1926-1950
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1951-1975
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1976-2000
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Institutional Mixed Use Storage Residential OďŹƒce
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Neighborhood Analysis
For my first year spring semester studio class, we completed a neighborhood analysis for the Northside, Cincinnati neighborhood in Cincinnati, Northside. Using ArcGIS we created different maps to illustrate the land uses, street network and other characteristics of the neighborhood.
For my first year spring semester studio class, we completed a neighborhood analysis for the neighborhood in Cincinnati, Northside. Using ArcGIS we created different maps to illustrate the land uses, street network and other characteristics of the neighborhood.
Land Use
Ownership
For my first year spring semester studio class, we completed a neighborhood analysis for the neighborhood in Cincinnati, Northside. Using ArcGIS we created dierent maps to illustrate the land uses, street network and other characteristics of the neighborhood. The main focus of this studio was to learn the basic principles of planning design and graphic communication. With these basic skills, imaging is able to be produced toPublic further explain the context, existing condioffice tions, and other basic characteristics neighborhood. Cityof of a Cincinnati commercial mixed use
Land Use
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Ownership
residential
Individually Owned
public service
Company Owned
office institutional commercial industrial mixed vacantuse
Public Non-Profit Owned City of Cincinnati
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industrial vacant
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Neighborhood Analysis 8
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Elevations
Section Elevations Elevations Elevations
Solid-Void
Figure-Ground
Figure Groud Solid-Void
Circulation
Circulation Circulation
Figure-Ground
Solid-Void
Space Void Figure-Ground
Land Use
Land Use
Land Use
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Neighborhood Analysis 3D Model: Northside, Cincinnati
This is the 3D model we produced as a group for the Northside Central Business District. To create the model we used the building and streetshape files as well as the topography and put them into Rhinoceros to extrude them up creating the digital model. After creating the digital model we sent the le to the rapid prototyping center at DAAP to create the cardboard pieces which we put together to form the model.
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Site Planning
Site Analysis: Mount Airy, Cincinnati
Mount Airy Mount Airy is one of the largest peices of undeveloped land in Cincinnati. The park is a huge asset for the city and for that reason, the land would never actually be developed. That being said, my studio took a hypothetical look at how a large peice of land such as this would be developed. First, we performed a site analysis similar to neighborhood analyses we completed in previous studios. After gathering the geographical information needed better understand the site, we were split into groups and assigned sections of the park to hypothetically develop. The design guidelines we set for our site focused on key geographical features like vegetation and viewsheds. Using these features we used challenged ourselves to come up with the most effieient and sustainable site plan possible.
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Legend Contours
Solar Analysis
Legend
Legend
Solar
Soil
Value
Slope Analysis
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15-25%
Low : 318442
25-40% 40-60% Flood Area
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Vegetation
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Hydrology Analysis 20+
Highest Average Daily Max: 16 mph (April 3) Lowest Average Daily Max: 11mph (Sept 1)
Percentages do not equal 100 % because the wind is not blowing at all times
Highest Average Daily Mean: 8mph (April 3) Lowest Average Daily Mean: 5mph (Sept 1)
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Site Planning
Site Proposal: Mount Airy, Cincinnati Mt. Airy Context
Cincinnati Context
Existing Conditions
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The section of Mt. Airy that my group was responsible for is located inthe Northern most part of Mt. Airy Forest located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The area has very steep terrain limiting where development can happen. For this reason, you can see most of our site is open. This is a factor we utilized during this process. After completing a thorough analysis of our section in Mount Airy we developed Airy Ridges into a sustainable community where greenspace and walkibility are some of the key features and characteristics. The site also includes ninty single family homes four apartment buildings and multiple mixed use complexes
Sidewalk
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Parking Lane 10’
Moving Lanes 20’
Parking Lane 10’
Street Sections
Sidewalk
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Moving Lanes
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20’
Parking Lane 8’
Sidewalk
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Land Use
Circulation
Existing Roads
Existing Roads
Greenspace
Walkability
Existing Roads
Existing Roads
Figure Ground
Parcels
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Site Planning
3D Model: Mount Airy, Cincinnati
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Neighborhood Analysis Over-The-Rhine, Cincinnati
Pleasant Street Plan This six week intensive studio course investigated how urban design and planning can support and strengthen the sense of place within Over-the-Rhine. The work revolved around Pleasant Street, an urban spine connecting Findlay Market and Washington Park. A mostly residential street, it holds many opportunities for growth and transformation. Taking a look at concerns such as housing, public space, safety, parking, and more - students discussed these with community members and stakeholders. By collecting statistical and observational data, the research gathered helped shape decisions for development. After working in groups, students proposed long-term best practices for a new master plan.
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The studio worked together to complete one master plan for the Pleasant Street Corridor. Students were split up into groups of three to focus on specific aspects of the plan. The group I worked on focused on long term plans for the corridor. Looking at the bigger picture of the neighborhood, we touched on long-term regional projects that create spaces that help connect the community to itself and surrounding areas. These ideas will help the OTR resident and visitor population grow.
Pleasant Square Pleasant square is a multi-purpose plaza that would be placed on the northern parking lot of Findlay Market. The square features an underground parking garage, a large flex/public space for various events, a stage for live music and other performances, a public art piece, a biergarten, a connection to Findlay Playground and public seating. The square uses material that will coincide with the brick of the new design of Pleasant Street. Using the same material as Pleasant Street creates a
continuation of the street and the corridor overall. The proposed plan would leave the parking lot on the east side of the existing Findlay Parking Lot farmers stand untouched, as the parking there is used by an assortment of vendors and visitors alike. Preserving the east side of the lot leaves approximately 40 parking spots above ground. The addition of a three level underground parking garage would add an additional 500 parking spaces in the 90,000 square feet.
Plan View
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Neighborhood Analysis Over-The-Rhine, Cincinnati
Pleasant Square Pros To the east of the farmers stand is a new 30,000 square feet of “flex space.� By not restricting the space to a definition, it allows it to grow with the neighborhood and change with the people over time. The design lends itself to creating a public space similar to Fountain Square in Downtown Cincinnati, something that would bring events that create revenue for Findlay Market. The square features a 10,000 square foot terraced biergarten where vendors could set up stands and sell various goods. The steps allow for unconventional seating, as well as more conventional seating like
the iconic red seats that line Findlay Market already. A 1,200 square foot stage is in the corner, allowing for performance art and entertainment. Positioned in the corner of the stage is a public art piece that represents Findlay Market. Pleasant Square will create revenue for Findlay Market by hosting many events throughout the week including speeches, games, movies, concerts, giveaways and festivals. The new public square will function similar to the way Fountain Square functions now. The Biergarten at Pleasant Square would replace the existing, smaller Biergarten at Findlay Market and hold a much greater capacity.
Existing Conditions
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Implementation Based on a study of the Washington Park Parking Garage, the estimated cost of the Pleasant Square Parking Garage is set at $35-$45 million. The Washington Park Garage has two level, accommodates 450 parking spaces and the project cost $48 million. The Washington Park project has revitalized the southern portion of Overthe-Rhine and we believe the Pleasant Square project will help revitalize the northern portion of OTR. The square will use a drainage system similar to the one Washington Park uses. This system requires 5 feet of utility space directly below grade.
Washington Park Parking Garage Project Financing - $48 Million
Ground Level Space for Utilities = 5’ First Level = 10’ Second Level = 10’
Entrance to Garage 7’ Clearance
Third Level = 10’
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Co-Op Experience
Anderson Township Planning and Zoning Department After spending two semesters working for The Anderson Township Planning and Zoning Department, I’ve developed a sense of what it’s like to work a public-sector job. It is important to be dedicated to bettering the quality of life of citizens and focus on the integrity for of the community you are working in. Setting standard guidelines and creating a vision for what works best and attracts people to your community are some of the key goals of the public-sector. While in Anderson Township, I worked on several projects, both short- and long-term. The Beechmont Plan was most extensive project I worked on over both semesters. The plan took five separate plans for the main corridor in the township, Beechmont Avenue, and consolidated them. Other graphics I created included maps for Street Tree Planting, Road Construction and updating the Trails Map. Other daily tasks included assisting staff with zoning inspections, preparing Zoning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals staff reports, presenting at public meeting and many more.
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Trails Map
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Current Projects Wasson Way Studio For this semester, my studio class is focusing on regional urban transportation and specifically the Wasson Way Commuter Rail Corridor. As an extension of the Wasson Way line we are are looking at using the Oasis Line all the way through Anderson Township, Newtown and possibly even into Clermont County. Assuming that the Cincinnati Streetcar will be extended Uptown, near UC, the goal would be to connect the Wasson Way line to the extended streetcar line. At this point in the semester, we have done an initial analysis of the entire rail line all the way to Clermont County. The class has been split the class into two groups and one group is focusing solely on proposing a light rail line, while the other group investigates the possibility of a bike/pedestrian trail.
Section Two
Brad Bowers & Brian Farrell | Spring 2016 | Menelaos Triantafillou | PLAN3031
Section Two
Brad Bowers & Brian Farrell | Spring 2016 | Menelaos Triantafillou | PLAN3031
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February 2, 2016
Study Abroad Study Abroad: Amsterdam Fall 2016 In the fall semester of the 2016 school year, I will be traveling to Amsterdam, Netherlands to attend the University van Amsterdam as an exchange student. While I only have a broad idea of the distinct differences that exist in Europe, I am excited to go there and encounter the historic city first hand. Specifically, from a planning perspective, Amsterdam provides astonishing urban planning methods and implementations that fascinate me. From transportation to architecture the built environment in Amsterdam is not only one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but one of the most efficient and environmentally friendly as well. Over 40% of the population in Amsterdam transport by bike and this is just one of the healthy lifestyle choices that attract me there. The culture of the city is one of the most colorful of any city in the world. Some of the cultural staples I want to experience include art museums, Dutch food and markets, green renewable energy and of course the historic canals.
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Brad Bowers
351 W McMillan Street Apt. 2 Cincinnati, Ohio 45219 (614) 736-1706 bowersby@mail.uc.edu
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