Bridgett Espino Architecture Portfolio 2021

BRIDGETT ESPINO

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS

FALL 2019-SPRING 2022

EDUCATION

University of Kansas

Master of Architecture

Senior Year - 3.79 GPA

Expected May 2023

Health and Wellness Certificate

Historic Preservation Certificate

HONORS

Multicultural Scholars Program

Recipient

2018-Current

University of Kansas Honor Roll

Fall 2018, Fall 2021, Spring 2022

Architectural Portfolio Finalist

Third Year, Fourth Year

AIA STERIS Student Design Charrette

Fall 2022

SKILLS

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Indesign

Microsoft Powerpoint

Lumion

Revit

Bilingual

English, Spanish

VOLUNTEER

Puerto Rico Missionary Trip

- Aided in the reconstruction of Iglesia Adventista de Vieques after Hurricane Maria

- Assisted community members in restoring their homes to livable conditions

- Served as translator between volunteer group and community members

University of Kansas Student Mentor

- Provided support to first year architecture students in the transition to studio culture and in adapting a good workflow

- Participated in reviews for projects and provided feedback to students

Sion Young Adult Coordinator

- Plan monthly events for the young adults

- Coordinate and organize participations for the group on a weekly basis

- Communicate with the group on all events and important information

WORK EXPERIENCE

ZGF Architectural Intern

- Created presentations, report outs, and graphics for client workshops during the SD phase.

- Aided in tracking BGSF and DGSF for the project through area schedules and diagrams.

Hyvee Personal Shopper

- Shopped and packed online orders for customers

- Ensured all items on list were correct and provided substitutions when necessary

- Recognized for completing orders in a timely manner with minimal errors

MAR 2019

REFERENCES

Nilou Vakil Professor nilou.vakil@ku.edu

Eddy Tavio Professor etavio@ku.edu

Ann Hossler Professor ann.hossler@ku.edu

JAN- MAY 2021

JAN 2023PRESENT

PORTLAND, OR

JUN - DEC 2022

LAWRENCE, KS

OCT 2020-JUL 2021

Nils Gore Professor ngore@ku.edu

TALLGRASS 01

Our site, located on Sixth Street and Massachusetts Street, will aim to respond both to the agricultural background of Kansas and its industrialization. Our design will bring in materials that reflect the reality of the landscape. We intend to use perforated corten steel. In response to the agricultural background of Kansas, we plan to incorporate a Discovery Center that will feature several educational niches to provide the opportunity for visitors to learn more about the natural elements of Kansas. We intend to create a layering effect with fog and prairie grass throughout our softscape to create a similar experience as that experienced at the Baker Wetlands. Moving elements incorporated throughout the façade will allow the

building to bring life and rhythm to the site. The changeable elements allow for residents to customize their space. Incorporating these core elements into our design development will create a communitycentered space that reflects the spirit of Lawrence. Use of materials inspired by the agricultural and industrial history of our state will create a structure well-suited to the location. Creating an active space full of life adds comfort and engagement along the now-neglected site. Open courtyards will encourage community-led activities year round. Through the execution of the above-mentioned elements, our design team intends to revitalize this site and its function as a gateway to downtown Lawrence.

Lawrence, Kansas

In collaboration with Elizabeth Putnam

Fall 2021 | Professor Nilou Vakil

Above diagram created by Elizabeth Putnam

Our site, located on the intersection of Sixth and Massachusett’s street, is surrounded by multiple restaurants, as well as, City Hall. Massachusett’s street is dynamic and full of life, and unfortunately, this activity tends to fade away as you approach Sixth street and the Kansas River. Our main goal through this project was to design a community-filled space that would reflect the spirit of Lawrence and would bring more people to this end of Massachusett’s street.

Massachusett’s street is a popular street in Lawrence full of restaurants, shops, and activities.

Above diagram created by Elizabeth Putnam

STREET SECTION

In our proposal for a new street layout, we created wider sidewalk space to encourage more human interactions to take place. Additionally, we proposed a bike lane to be added onto Massachusett’s street and removed all on-street parking. We felt that this was achievable due to the detached parking garage that is included in our design.

TWO WAY STREET

LANE BUFFER SIDEWALK

BIKE

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

TALLGRASS

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

This unit has one bed and one bath. Approximately 540 SF. There are 14 units of this type in the residential program.

This unit has two beds and two baths. Approximately 1,000 SF. There are 12 units of this type in the residential program.

This unit has two beds and two and a half baths. Approximately 1,600 SF. There are eight units of this type in the residential program.

Drawing created by Elizabeth Putnam

THIRD FLOOR PLAN

Elevations created by Elizabeth Putnam

EAST ELEVATION

SCALE:

SOUTH ELEVATION

SCALE:

Tallgrass Discovery Center

The Tallgrass Discovery Center is an educational opportunity for families, and especially children to learn about the natural elements found in the city of Lawrence, as well as, the state of Kansas. Small demonstrations can take place in this space.

One of the main features of the Tallgrass Discovery Center is the double height butterfly sanctuary. The butterfly sanctuary is a direct connection to the butterfly gardens found in South Park and the Lawrence Public Library. With lounge and work areas situated around it, this creates a unique environment to learn and work in.

Tallgrass Market

The Tallgrass Market features several vendor stations that would be open year round. The greenhouse was created to teach community members how to grow their own produce, as well as, provide produce to the vendors. This produce may also be sold during any Farmer’s Markets that take place in the Tallgrass Market. This space has large doors that open to the outside in order to allow for spillout of people to occur during the warmer months. This space is designed to be a meeting place for community members, while also providing some food options.

CENTRAL COURTYARD

There are two courtyards in our design. The first is the front courtyard and the second is the central courtyard situated between the Tallgrass Discovery Center and the Tallgrass Residential building. These courtyards feature large overhanging pavilions that can be used to house fun art exhibits, such as the LED swings seen in this image. The space encourages visitors to spill out of the Discovery Center to enjoy any activities that may be taking place in these courtyards.

02 RIVER ROCK

Spring 2022 | Professor Nilou Vakil Denver, Colorado

Colorado is a beautiful state known for its breathtaking views and diverse landscapes. The Rocky Mountain Range, the Great Sand Dunes, deep rivers, bright canyons, and sweeping valleys make up this environmentally diverse state. Within Colorado’s landscape, there are numerous mountain ranges and valleys. These valleys have rivers that sculpt into the earth. It is a difficult journey for the water to carve into the rock. Likewise, the visually-impaired population has a difficult journey navigating through a world designed for the visually capable. These people face unique challenges foreign to the rest of the world. Yet, despite the challenging circumstances, they are able to carve beautiful pathways through their lives. A school emphasizing reliance on the senses other than sight will facilitate as well as enrich their learning experience. Our design is inspired

by the many different landscapes that shape Colorado. The use of color, texture, light, and materiality will create wayfinding strategies to help the user navigate throughout the spaces. The hard and dark materials on the exterior will create a contrast with the soft and light materials used on the interior. The juxtaposition between interior and exterior spaces will simulate the connection between the rough mountains and the gentle rivers that flow through them. These valleys have rivers that sculpt into the earth through a long and difficult journey. The visually-impaired population is forced to navigate through a world designed for the visually capable. They face unique challenges foreign to the rest of the world. Yet, despite the challenging circumstances, they are able to carve a beautiful path through their lives. The school we plan to create will assist them on their journey.

In collaboration with Elizabeth Putnam

PRE-DESIGN

Our site is located on East 26th street and Roslyn street. It is located across from Anchor Center for Blind Children, a pediatric blindness organization for children ages birth to five. Our site sits next to a large park, known as the Fred Thomas Park, and is primarily surrounded by residential housing. This played a key role in our development, as we did not want the new school to disrupt the primarily low-rise patterns. This school being placed in a street corner allowed us with the opportunity to explore options on how to anchor the site. We first began with the idea of having an outdoor space that could potentially link up to the existing park. The sketches on this page are early iteration sketches for the form.

Fred

VISUAL SIMULATOR

Early on, we had the opportunity to meet with a visual orientation specialist and partook in a visual simulation. We received important information and things to consider when designing the school. During the simulation, we tried on various visual disability goggles and tried our best to maneuver a campus that is familiar to all of us. We were struck with the challenges that we were faced with amidst traveling around, even while being led by someone. We attempted everyday activities, such as going up and down stairs, entering a building, and using a cell-phone. Some of the main challenges were related to poor lighting and obstacles along main circulation.

FULL VISION

In this excercise, the above image represents what an individual with no visual impairments would be able to see.

10° FUNNEL & 20/800 VISUAL ACUITY

Normal peripheral or “side vision” is 180°. In this simulator, the “side vision” has been reduced from 180° to 10° on the left eye. The right eye is experiencing a 20/800 visual acuity lense, which is worse than legal blindness.

10° & FULLY BLIND

Normal peripheral or “side vision” is 180°. In this simulator, the “side vision” has been reduced from 180° to 10° on the left eye. The right eye is experiencing complete blindness.

Form opens up towards Fred Thomas Park and allows connections with the existing trails and other park amenities.

Strong circulation carves through the building, breaking up the public and private spaces.

entries highlight the access points into the building. Learning nooks pulled up.

Above diagram created by Elizabeth Putnam

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

SCALE: 1” = 40’

River Rock Elementary School

FIRST FLOOR PLAN A

FIRST FLOOR PLAN B

SECOND FLOOR PLAN A

River Rock Elementary School

- Egress Paths

- Elevator Egress

- Main Circulation

CIRCULATION

The diagram to the right highlights egress circulation for the school building. One of the main ideas for this design was having a clear circulation path to travel through the building. One of the obstacles we faced while using the visual simulators was deciding where to go when faced with a corridor that had multiple wings. By limiting the circulation of the building to two main paths, we wanted the users to feel confident in knowing they are either traveling towards the classroom modules or the larger amenities. In addition, the circulation wall is further distinct by the rammed earth material that is utilized in those two corridors. This allows the user to be able to use the wall as a texture guide as they travel.

CLASSROOM MODULE DESIGN

We took some time to design the classroom module layout. We wanted to include various design strategies to make the space a place where the student feels safe, focused, and set up for success.

ITERATION ONE

Materiality & Color Shaping Spaces Wayfinding throughout Space

Sensory Room with Texture Wall, Braille Trail & Object Wall Color Shaping Important Spaces

Cubbies Built into Wall

ITERATION TWO

Materiality & Color Shaping Spaces Storage Tucked into Wall

Sensory Room with Color Glass Wall Braille of Colors

Rammed Earth Textured Hallway Wall Transparency from Hallway

shared sensory room

Main classroom space

Classroom Restroom

Teacher’s Office

ITERATION THREE

Transparency to Outdoors Storage Tucked into Wall

Materiality Changes between Spaces

Highlighted Wayfinding Path

Reading Nook Tucked into Wall Color Highlighting Different Spaces and Entries

SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”

SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”

NORTH WALL SECTION

Scale: 1/16” = 1’ - 0”

C.3 - Rammed Earth Footing Detail

Scale: 1/2” = 1’ - 0”

ROOF MEMBRANE

GYPSUM BOARD

RIGID INSULATION

METAL ROOF DECK

OPEN WEB JOIST

DROPPED DOWN CEILING

2 North Section1 -Callout 1

1/2" = 1'-0"

ANCHOR PLATE WITH COMPRESSION BARS

CONTINUOS CLEAT

FORMED METAL COPING

LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMING

BLOCKING

I-BEAM

INTERIOR GYPSUM BOARD

METAL STUD WALL

BATT INSULATION

GYPSUM SHEATHING

MOISTURE BARRIER

BRACKET SUPPORT

SUBGIRT

VERTICAL CARRIER

NBK STANDARD CLIP

CONCRETE PANEL

C.3

4" RIGID INDULATION

CONTINUOUS 10M

HORIZONTAL REBAR

10M VERTICAL REBAR

7" RAMMED EARTH WALL

CONCRETE BOND BEAM

RUBBER MEMBRANE

EXTERIOR OSB SHEATHING

CANT

RIGID INSULATION

ROOF DECK

GYPSUM BOARD

OPEN WEB JOIST

STEEL L-BRACKET

CONNECTING OPEN WEB JOIST TO CONCRETE BOND BEAM

Scale: 3/8” = 1’ - 0”

RUBBER MEMBRANE EXTERIOR

Scale: 1/16” = 1’ - 0”

PARAPET FLASHING

7" RAMMED EARTH WALL

VERTICAL CARRIER

G F H

ANCHOR ROD FASTENED TO VERTICAL CARRIER

EXTERIOR OSB SHEATHING

STEEL FRAME CONSTRUCTION

CONCRETE BOND BEAM

7" EXTERIOR RAMMED EARTH

RIGID INSULATION

7" INTERIOR RAMMED

C - North Wall Section

2 East Section1 - Callout 1

3 South Section1 - Callout 2

C.1 - Bond Beam Connection Detail

ROOF MEMBRANE

GYPSUM BOARD

RIGID INSULATION

GYPSUM BOARD

METAL ROOF DECK

OPEN WEB JOIST

CEILING HANGER WIRE

MAIN RUNNER

CROSS BEAM

INTERIOR GYPSUM BOARD

C.2 - Clerestory Connection Detail

H2

ANCHOR PLATE WITH COMPRESSION BARS

CONTINUOUS CLEAT

FORMED METAL COPING

RIGID INSULATION

STEEL FRAMING

BATT INSULATION

LIGHT GAUGE STEEL FRAMING

I-BEAM

INTERIOR GYPSUM BOARD

WINDOW FRAME

DOUBLE PANE GLASS

SILL

SILL PAN

ROOF MEMBRANE

GYPSUM BOARD

STEEL FRAMING

RIGID INSULATION

METAL ROOF DECK

I-BEAM

INTERIOR GYPSUM BOARD

Scale: 1/2” = 1’ - 0”

1 East Section1 - Callout 2

MOISTURE BARRIER 1/2" 1'-0"

OPEN WEB JOIST

C.3

4" RIGID INSULATION

CONTINUOUS 10M HORIZONTAL BARS

10M VERTICAL BARS

10M BARS HOOKED TO FOOTING

7" RAMMED EARTH WALL

4" CONCRETE SLAB

MOISTURE BARRIER

4" RIGID INSULATION GRAVEL

10M STIRRUPS

CONCRETE FOOTING

C.4 - Rammed Earth Footing Detail

Scale: 1/2” = 1’ - 0”

1 South Section1 -Callout 1

1/2" = 1'-0"

RUBBER MEMBRANE EXTERIOR OSB SHEATHING

C.5 - Rammed Earth Parapet Detail

Scale: 1/2” = 1’ - 0”

South Section1 - Callout 2

3

1/2" 1'-0"

PARAPET FLASHING

7" RAMMED EARTH WALL

VERTICAL CARRIER

ANCHOR ROD FASTENED TO VERTICAL CARRIER

EXTERIOR OSB SHEATHING

STEEL FRAME CONSTRUCTION

CONCRETE BOND BEAM

7" EXTERIOR RAMMED

EARTH

RIGID INSULATION

7" INTERIOR RAMMED EARTH

10M VERTICAL REBAR

CONTINUOUS HORIZONTAL 10M REBAR

C.4

One of the outcomes for this design was creating a physical section model. We decided to build the corner of our design and include the library, entry and check-in, cafeteria, and auditorium. A fun challenge we came across was how we wanted to represent the rammed earth wall. We decided to buy different warm tone colored paper and laser cut a pattern onto them with thin strips. We then puzzle-pieced together the patterned pieces by mixing the different colors and mod-podged it onto the wall. We enjoyed the process of making this model. We were given the opportunity to use the wood shop, laser cutter, and 3D printer to create this section model. Above is a visual collage of the library.

View of the cafeteria

One design strategy that we wanted to integrate into our project was that of having a prominent entry. Have a recessed entry is helpful because of audio cues that change upon entering the recessed portion. In addition, by having the entry be highlighted with the rammed earth, it is a visual cue that is noticeable to those approaching.

In the visual graphic above, one can see an individual utiliziing the textured rammed earth wall to navigate through the school. In addition, the clerestory windows are bringing in nice, soft diffused light. One main concern that we learned about was that glare is especially difficult for those who are visually impaired. It was important for us to stray from reflective materials, and bring in soft, diffused light whenever possible.

View of auditorium.

COMMUNITY

Spring 2020 | Professor Thom Allen

Kansas City, Kansas

The purpose of this project was to design a community center that could serve the various needs of the community surrounding it. The community center features various spaces for activities and many of the spaces are versatile and can be used for other uses. The building was intentionally detached from the neighboring building to allow for viewing and appreciation of the current mural on site. The space that is left open will be used for outdoor activities for the community. These activities include food trucks, small markets, art shows, farmer’s markets and more. One of the two buildings features various spaces that

and gym that is available to the public. One of the challenges of the site is the grade change from the first building to the second building. The connecting bridge between the building is a response to the surrounding context, as upon visiting, it was noted that several of the surrounding buildings had this connecting bridge between them. This was a fun project to work on during my second year of school.

LEVEL THREE

Semi-Private

This third level is a semi-private space. While visitors can still visit any of these spaces, this is where spaces which can be reserved are located. This is where a photography studio, conference room, and recording room can be found.

LEVEL TWO

Public

The second level consists of a supply resource space and volunteer space, as well as some public seating located facing the existing mural. In building B, one will find the private offices and gallery space.

LEVEL ONE

Public

This first level of the KCK Community Center consists of a large cafe in building A that faces the existing mural. There is plenty of space outdoors for food trucks or farmer’s markets to take place in front of the mural. In building B, there is the first level of a gym and the gallery space.

FIRST FLOOR PLAN

Second Floor Plan

Third Floor Plan

ARTIST SPACE 04

Spring 2020 | Professor Thom Allen

Kansas City, Kansas

The purpose of this artist retreat was to create a space that could house a visiting artist for an extended period of time. Located in the Ivanhoe neighborhood, I spoke with the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council and learned that this community wanted a revival. They desired to have spaces that could spark creativity within the community. They simply wished for growth. With this desire in mind, I decided to make the concept of growth a common theme in the design. In this artist space, I was inspired by the trees found in the area surrounding the location. The organic forms are meant to resemble the growth of trees as they spread their branches out. These

space, both literally with trees growing all around, and figuratively with the forms hugging the exterior. These floor to cieling windows allow natural light to flood into the space, while still providing some shade with the wooden organic forms.

LEVEL THREE

Private

This third space is a private space for the artist in residence. It offers a small office space to work in, and a rooftop patio with a view to the rest of the park.

LEVEL TWO

Private

The second level is a private space for the artist in residence. This is where the artist will be living. This space is modeled after a studio apartment and offers all basic necessities for the artist to live comfortably.

LEVEL ONE

Public

This first level of the artist retreat space is open for all visitors. This space offers flexibility for the artist in residence. This space can be used for teaching an art class, or the space can be redecorated to serve a different function.

WEST ELEVATION

This design was inspired off of the trees that are currently on the site. The site is heavily wooded and is mostly staying that way. It is meant to be a space that evokes the peace that is often found in nature.

2ND FLOOR PLAN

3RD FLOOR PLAN

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

SCALE: 3/20” = 1’-0”

TERRACES 05

This parcel was designed as a green terraced mixed use building at the Berkley Riverport in KC. Our conceptual core is centered around the courtyard filled with maximized green-space, a water element, outdoor seating, shopping and food. All these

privacy, wooden louvers were built into the residence floors and office levels to implement sun-shading. The terraced floor plans along with the rounded balconies create an organic scheme. In addition to preserving views facing the river. The design

Spring 2021 | Professor Eddy Tavio Kansas City, Missouri

In collaboration with Madeline Bradley

As a class, we were tasked to design a district along the Missouri River. At the time, the land was undeveloped and together we worked to divide the land into several parcels. We proposed various changes in street patterns and railway paths. We first conducted some research on our site before beginning any design. We looked into the history of the site, as well as, what things were around it. We noted that the Rivermarket was nearby and that there were some volleyball courts that were actively used in the area. At the time of this project, the only existing building was a residential housing building that can be seen on the diagram to the right. After learning about our site, we then began to get inspired by imagining what kinds of things we wanted to bring into the area. We looked at precedents about the kinds of things that were successful in other places and took notes about how we could use these elements in a new way. Upon visiting the site in person, we quickly realized the size of the site and jumped straight into this new challenge.

Above diagram created by Elizabeth Putnam

PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION

The way that we divided our mixed-use building is seen at the right. The first level consists of retail and restaurants, as well as, a public parking garage. The next level starts to get into the some living units, office spaces, and more restuarant spaces. The third level houses all the amenites for the residents of the building. Levels four through twelve house the remainder of living units of this design. In the center of the design, we have created a central courtyard that is hugged by restaurants. This is in response to the concert hall that is placed across from our site. We wanted to provide the opportunity for enjoyment of any live events that may be taking place anywhere on the site, and to encourage more human interactions to take place.

LEVEL 4-12 PRIVATE

WORLD-CLASS DESTINATION

Tasked to design a world-class destination, the class was assigned various different building types to make an engaging district. Varying from boutique hotels to a large Riverfront park along the Missouri River, we were challenged in ways we had never been challenged before. In these images, you will see our large site model that we created, as well as, our individual designs. Our project was classified as a mixed-use tower.

Photos from IG @65_andsunny

MIXED-USE TOWER MIXED-USE TOWER

CO-EX

MIXED-USE TOWER

RIVERFRONT PARK

As a class, we created two site models. One was at a smaller scale and consisted of small 3D printed buildings. For that model, we tested different materials to decide which base would work best for us. The top right image shows the tester pieces we tried. The larger scale model consisted of two large wood-framed bases that held up a foam base with back-painted acrylic on top. Together we cut the pieces, painted, glued, and assembled the large model base. After the site was complete, each group was to build their design in acrylic. We learned a lot through this process and it was a fun experience overall. We ended the semester by presenting our designs to Populous in Kansas City.