ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO 2010
CARRIE KRAMER
“Are you Really Sure a Floor Can’t Also be a Ceiling ? ” M.C. ESCHER Statement of Intent - RESUME
Statement of Intent
ARCH 402 - CBDS
rchitecture is a functional part of our lives. Design is not just a process but a way I choose to live my life. Finding creative solutions to complex problems in design is similar to how one might approach any organizational challenge. What makes architecture interesting to me is that it is an art form that relates to people personally and socially. My focus is inspired by many different mediums. I find that my appreciation for art, music, and film stimulates creativity and aids in my ability to abstractly translate concepts to the built environment. I have included inspirational images and quotes throughout this portfolio to further communicate my vision. As an individual, I feel It is critical to recognize the social role architecture fulfills in influencing quality of life from the past till present. Great buildings, spaces and landscapes have the ability to functionally impact our feelings, ultimately inspiring a sense of who we are as a civilization.
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2002 - 2010
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ARCH 565 - Foreign Studies Design Studio (Parc du Bercy Culinary Institute: Paris, France) ARCH 546 - Foreign Studies History (Detail Study - Manhole: Paris France) ARCH 302 - Urban Design Studio (Civic Center for Chittagong, Bangladesh) ARCH 322 - Structures (Case Study - Fleetguard Factory - Richard Rogers) ARCH 201 - Architectural Design Studio (Sacred Space - Ninja Star Project)
(The Pavillion) (Baroque Cardboard Chair) (The Exploding Box)
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y intention, throughout this compilation of work, is to demonstrate my creative talents and technical abilities within the Pre-Design, Schematic Design, and Design Development phases. My primary purpose is to document the academic work I’ve completed at the junior college level, concurrently striving to convey the integrity of my personal design philosophies.
Aug 2008 – Present Bay America Homes, Inc. Severna Park, MD 21146 Contact: Kevin Kramer, Owner/Developer/General Contractor Phone: 410-340-5378 Position: Architectural Designer (part-time contract basis) Experience: Design Development and Construction Documentation for approx. 2,500 sq.ft. prototype homes for mid-scale residential new construction developments. May 2006 – Aug 2008 L2M Architects Glen Burnie, MD 21061 Contact: Kevin Shearer, AIA, RA – Project Manager Phone: 410-863-1302 Additional Contacts: Scot Loiselle, AIA – President Jeffrey Mahler, AIA – Director of Architecture Position: CAD Designer/Project Coordinator (full-time employee status) Experience: Assist Project Manager/Architect in all phases of the Architectural Design process with large emphasis on construction documentation and detailing for a large range of commercial projects (to include new construction base buildings, tenant fit-outs, and large scale renovations) Project involvement included: client, consultant, and jurisdictional coordination as well as light construction administration as needed. Tasks were completed with varying levels of independence based on the scope and complexity of projects.
ACH 211 - Arch. Design III
(In the White Room) (Urban Infill Design - Annapolis Main Street) (Splace Planning - Pascal Center Gallery)
ACH 112 - Arch. Design II (ARCHITECTS - Research and Rendering)
(The Library)
ACH 111 - Arch. Design I (A Floating Boat House) WORK EXPERIENCE (The Weingarten offices Corp. Headquarters)
(The Mountain House)
PERSONAL CREATIVE WORK
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Associates of Applied Science Degree - AACC Spring - 2008 graduation
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B.S. Arch - The Catholic University of America Spring - 2010 expected graduation
ACH 212 - Arch. Design IV
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EDUCATION
Carrie C Kramer 254 Moreau Court Severna Park, MD 21146 443-534-7010 (cell)
2002 - 2010
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FOREIGN STUDIES DESIGN STUDIO “Parc de Bercy Culinary Institute: Paris, France
THE BUILDING FORM RESPONDS TO EXISTING PARC PATH
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POROSITY OF THE BUILDING FOR THE CULINARY INSTITUTE MODELS THE SUCCESSFULLY PERMEABLE CONNECTIONS OF PARC BERCY TO THE NEW ADJACENT URBAN HOUSING PROJECT
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FALL 2009 CUA
ARCH - 505
SITE LOCATION
Approximately 7300 sq. Meters or 70,000 sq. ft. for culinary institute and support facilities. Project received 4th prize merit award in conceptual competition with french students in Paris.
LANDSCAPE PLAN
10 WEEKS
CONNECTION DETAIL VERTICAL GREEN WALL WITH DOUBLE SKIN INSULATED GLAZING SYSTEM
SOLAR PANEL ROOF AND RAINWATER COLLECTION DETAIL THE USE OF A ROOFING SYSTEM TO SUPPORT SOLAR PANELS FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY HARVESTING IS PROPOSED, WITH THE INCLUSION OF A SIMPLE ANGLED JOIST DESIGN TO DIRECT RAINWATER TO THE VERTICAL GREEN WALLS ON EACH OF THE FOUR “COOKING” BUILDINGS.
CONCEPT the “slow food” concept for the bercy culinary institute was concieved upon first arrival on the site. the ancient old growth tree (as seen above) flank the old stone paths where rail tracks remain visible and intact within the paving stones, as a remembrance of the wine tade history of the site. The process and development of the bercy project was driven by the original concept. To respond to the social and historical onnections to food, art, and culture, already present on the site. Preservation of the existing trees and pavings is a fundamentally important part of the slow food concept for parc bercy culinary institute.
ARCH - 505
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STANLEY HALLET
FALL 2009
critic:
ARCH - 302
URBAN DESIGN STUDIO
“CHITTAGONG 2020 - Manusher Maidan
PROJECT TEAM
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SPRING 2009 CUA
CARRIE KRAMER PAUL BAINES MIKE LARGE TIFFANY LOO
Mission Statement: Driven by the need for a Coherent City Center, Site Considerations and our teams concern for the alarmingly low literacy rate in Bangledesh, we p roposed a Large Public Gathering Space that serves to Empower the People by Promoting HERITAGE and LEARNING
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ADNAN MORSHED
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8 WEEKS
CONCEPT A Great Plaza for the People
This project also responded to the unique climate challenges presented by designing for the very Hot and humaid climate in Bangledesh.
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Additionally, during the pre-design phase our team took notice of the alarmingly low literacy rate of 43.2% (of which 50.3% Male, 35% Female). Because of this statistic, our team chose to elevate the Library and Learning center program elements by placing them at the termination point of the rectalinear “GREAT” plaza open gathering Space.
ARCH - 302
This urban design studio emphasised sensitivity to the needs of a foreign culture. The Capital City of Bangladesh, Chittagong, in South East Asia is a densely populated city with very little public space for the people to “breath”.
STRUCTURES II
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SCOPE:
SPRING 2009 CUA
ARCH - 322
“Fleetguard Factory Analysis”
Analysis of a notable structure, detail, and redesign of a structure. Fleetguard Factory - by Richard Rogers was chosen by our team who included CARRIE KRAMER, STEVE FOSTER & FEDOR TEREKINE
8 WEEKS
CONCEPT Redesign analysis included structural diagraming for sheer moment and deflection. The redesign implemented by our team kept the basic steel and cable construction utilized in the fleetguard factory by Richard Rogers. however modified the spacing of the bay’s and implemented additional cross cable supports on the top of the structure.
ARCH - 322
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CARLOS BARRIOS
SPRING 2009
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO “Sacred Space - Ninja Star Project”
SITE ANALYSIS PHOTO’S
FALL 2008 CUA
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ARCH - 201
AND DIAGRAM
SCOPE: Design to include site improvements, site plan, floor plans, sections, sections, elevations, and final presentation 3D model.
critic:
MARCIA TOLLEFSON
duration:
4 WEEKS
CONCEPT GEORGETOWN, Washington, DC along the C&O canal.
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PLANS
ARCH - 201
The design has a non-denominational inspiration. The stone base of the building speaks to the historic nature of the site, reflecting the “Old Stone House” located just north of the site on M Street, NW.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO Inspirational Images
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A pavilion inspired by BRIDGE TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN
SCOPE:
FALL 2008 CUA
ARCH - 201
“The Pavilion”
The design of a pavilion and site to be integrated together with a central concept. Project includes site, covered and semicovered spaces, as well as the use of transparant, translucent, and opaque surfaces.
“We build too many walls and not enough bridges.” -SIR ISAAC NEWTON
4 WEEKS
CONCEPT I’ve always been fascinated by Bridge Design and Technology. Through the necessity created by human need (to traverse from one place to the next) construction materials and methods have evolved to meet the ever increasing demands of society. Many contemporary buildings and structures we find to be “wild” and unimaginable have been made possible due to advancements in bridge design. My pavilion design employs a concrete outer structure that creates an orb around the space (which houses a sculptural art piece as it’s center focal point). A reinforced concrete ramp ascends the space and is supported by steel cables which are anchored and post-tensioned at the summit of the exterior concrete shell.
ARCH - 201
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MARCIA TOLLEFSON
FALL 2008
Final Model
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO
FALL 2008 CUA
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ARCH - 201
“The Baroque Cardboard Chair”
simple truss construction
SCOPE: Team Project (collaboration with Gabriela Lontos and Fajer AlQattan) to design a full scale, structurally sound (200 lb. min.) Chair that reflects the Baroque architectural period, using ONLY corrugated cardboard as material.
4 WEEKS
CONCEPT In order to highlight the Baroque period, the design implements twisted columns as leg supports, volutes as arm rests and as the decorative head of the backrest. The goal of the design is to represent the elaborate ornamentation prevalent during the Baroque period. The project required extensive historical research. During this research we discovered the Baroque period was a response to the counter-reformation of the Catholic church to restore the confidence of the people - The design is meant to resemble a thrown, symbolizing the power of the church .
ARCH - 201
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MARCIA TOLLEFSON
FALL 2008
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO
FALL 2008 CUA
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ARCH - 201
“The Exploding Box”
SCOPE: Development of concept to include plans, sections, and axonometric drawings as well as three dimensional study models and final presentation model.
4 WEEKS
CONCEPT Explosion
this concept was derived from the nature of the project scope. To design a three dimensional form from an 8”X 8” X 8” cube by cutting away and adding to the volume so that the total volume of the cube does not change, only it’s shape and form.
The design reflects it’s intended con-
cept by first denting into the orignal box form, then exploding outward in a shard like projection, the pieces then fall back onto one another and create the pieces on the outer edge that rejoin. In theory, a portion of the volume being exploded would be lost in the explosion process.
ARCH - 201
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MARCIA TOLLEFSON
FALL 2008
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WEINGARTEN OFFICES
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SCOPE:
2007 l2M
L2M ARCHITECTS
“Commercial Renovation”
Fast tracked office fit out project with major facade and vertical circulation renovations in Orlando, Florida. Development of consturctions documents and details in all phases of project completion.
CONCEPT
new elevators new curved stair entry new cantilevered storefront balconies new two story curtain wall system.
L2M ARCHITECTS
This project presented many challenges including, but not limited to:
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KEVIN SHEARER
2007 L2M
PROJECT MANAGER:
2010 BAH
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Bay America Homes
THE MOUNTAIN HOUSE “Hidden Valley, PA”
SCOPE: The design of a 4 bedroom 3.5 bath vacation home located directly adjacent to the Hidden Valley Ski Resort in Western Pennsylvania.
Significant siting challenges were unique to this steeply sloped site: heavy timber wood frame construction hand drawn construction documents
Bay America Homes
CONCEPT
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KEVIN KRAMER
2010 BAH
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER: