Christopher Brich Portfolio
Christopher Brich Lockport, IL, USA chris@brickout.net 630.247.4077
EDUCATION
SKILLS
2015
Illinois Institute of Technology Professional Bachelors Degree of Architecture
Digital
2011
College of DuPage Associates of Architecture
1995
College of DuPage Associates of Drafting and Design
Traditional Construction Documents, Hand Drafting, Sketching, Model Making, Architectural Design, Photography, Visual Training, Carpentry
EXPERIENCE 2000 2009
Verizon Business Circuit Engineer - Tracked orders from receipt to installation. Processed and designed circuits for switched network orders. Produced circuit and layout records.
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Advent Systems, Inc. CAD Manager / Application Specialist - Hired and supervised employees. Supported internal AutoCAD software. Project management. End-user training and system support. Assistant Project Manager - Tracked employee hours. Project material procurement. CAD Draftsman - Responsible for project drawings and revisions.
AutoCAD, 3dsMax, Revit, Rhino 3D, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Lightroom, MS Office Suite
Contents
02 51st Street 14 Fisk Civic Center 26 North Pond Bath House 32 Engine Company 99 44 Courtyard House
Vacancies
51st Street 77 Transportation Corridor Indutrial 77 Commercial
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Planned Dev.
77 The 51st Street Transportation Corridor is the result of a 32 week study with SOM about transportation and Park the impact it can have. The most important attributes to 51st street are its funding, intermodal connectivity, anchor institutions, industrial areas, and vacancies. All Intermodal 41% 51 these attributes provide a rich environment for start-ups and business. The proposal is to create an innovation
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ecosystem connected by the bus to help revitalize the south side of Chicago. A different approach was utilized to help this area of Chicago. The bus experience provides community communication between the two hubs and the transportation system. The community is a vital part of the districts integration.
Jobs
Current Bus Capacity TIF Funding Regular 51st Bus 41% 51
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Future Capacity
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Midway Airport
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Metra - South Chicago Branch
51st- Green
47th Red Metra - Rock Island
Metra - SWS
Western - Orange
Kedzie - Orange
Airport
Boardings / Alightings The Innovation Line
University of Chicago
Green Line Red Line
Park
Orange Line
Intermodal
Industrial
Jobs University of Chicago
Planned Development
Anchor Institutions
Midway Airport
Commercial
Vacancies
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NEIGHBORHOODS ANCHOR INSTITUTIONS
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51st 79th
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HighRidership RidershipBus Bus Low Bus Capacity Capacity 41% 56% Bus
Retail Clusters Airport University
Low Ridership Bus High Ridership Bus Bus Capacity 41% Bus Capacity 59%
Airport University Urban Farms
High Ridership Bus High Ridership Bus Bus Capacity 59% Bus Capacity 53%
Urban Farms Intermodal Transit Stations
Vacant Lots Residential Intermodal Coverage
Intermodal Transit Stations
Vacant Lots Density Intermodal Coverage
economic assets Halsted
High Ridership Bus Bus Capacity 53%
innovation ecosystem physical assets
networking assets
Commercial Industrial Density Vacant Lots Intermodal
Industrial Vacant Lots Lots Vacant Intermodal Residential
The Shopper
The Shopper The Innovation Line
TheGreen Innovation Line The Machine
The Green Machine Geographic area with The Spine anchor institutions
The Spine
Mixed housing, office, & retail Transit Accessible
Start-up, business incubators, & accelerators
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Bus Route Moves:
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Re-Route to Anchors
Add intermodel stops to connect to the city
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Commercial/Residential
Creating a unique experience with the bus
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Residential
Community Hot Spot
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Infill and develop the Innovation District
Community Hot Spot
Commercial/Residential Community Hot Spot
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Midway Airport
Innovation District
Transit Gateway
University of Chicago
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Increased Coverage
1.Metra S.W. Line, 8,000 commuters daily. Nearest stops; Union Station - 5 miles, Wrightwood - 5 miles 2. CTA Red Line, Nearest stops; 47th - 1/2 mile, Garfield - 1/2 mile 3. Metra Rock Island Line, 17,000 commuters daily. Nearest stops; 35th street - 2 miles, Gresham - 5 miles
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Spatial Barrier
Metra
This barrier contains 14 lanes of interstate traffic, 28 freight rail lines, two commuter rail lines, and one CTA rail line. Combined, this creates over half a mile of transit infrastructure between Union Ave and Federal street. The Freight yard viaduct 1/3 of a mile.
Metra
Red Line
Freight Yard Viaduct
Dan Ryan / I95
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Walking and Cycling Commute
Transit Gateway
Day Trip Business Anchors
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SWS Station
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Commuter Amenities Retail Services
Public Plaza
Conference Meetings Spaces Exhibition
Prefunction Civic Identity
Day Trip Commercial Anchors
Extended Stay
RI Station
Resturants Day Care Amenities
Retail Entertainment
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FISK CIVIC CENTER
Objective: Redevelop the Fisk power plant located in Pilson, into a market place, urban farm, and civic center. The design should explore strategies for urban agriculture as well as develop strategies for servicing the city. Concept: Using the charged atmosphere of the market to connect Cermak Road to the river, while becoming a bridge that connects Pilsen and Bridgeport. Professor: Bryant Pitak Duration: Twelve weeks Team: Chris Brich, Luke Romanini, Hans Griese
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Stretching the charge of the market place
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AquaPonics - Kitchens - Flex Space Brewery - Hop Tower
Bridging the river - Softening Cermak - Entering from water
Remediating the land
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Hop Tower Lounge 18
Hop Tower and Lounge Section Model 19
Typical Hop Tower Growing Level 20
Hop Tower Section Model 21
Berm to Roof Section 22
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK EDUCATIONAL PRODUCT
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NORTH POND BATH HOUSE
Objective: Investigate how architecture interacts and responds to the human body through studying how a bath house could be implemented in todays culture. Designs should have an appropriate response to building in the picturesque Lincoln Park on Chicago’s Shore. Projects should also reflect explorations of the concrete structures semester. Concept: The structure was designed to appear to be carved from a solid mass. Each space to have its own unique experience, there is no visual connection between spaces, only light. This was done to allow the occupant to create their own experience rater than a per-programed one. The building was set between to the two highest points in the park in a low-lying area as not to disturb the surroundings. Professor: Martin Klaeschen
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ENGINE COMPANY 99
Objective: Study and develop a strategy for a fire station located in the urban context of Printers Row Chicago. Project should reflect the explorations of the steel structures semester. These strategies should then be tested through building development and architectural space. Concept: Through a series of interviews and site visits, an understanding of the needs of a firehouse evolved. Efficiency, community, privacy, circulation, and organization were just a few of the key ideals that came forward. Part community showcase, part residence, Engine Company 99 fulfills the needs of an efficient firehouse and becomes an integral part of the community. Professor: Andy Tinucci
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Site Selection
Exit routes Against Traffic Return Routes Site Location 35
Sleeping Room
Vehicle Bays
Quiet Room
Workout Room/Gym
Women's Bath Room
Men's Bath Room Men's Locker Room
Classroom/Training Room
Women's Locker Room
Kitchen
OPAQUE
Quiet
Officer's Quarters
Private
Day Room
Socialize
Sleeping Room Dining Pantry
TRANSPARENT
Mechanical Room
Storage
Vehicle Bays
Officer's Quarters
Work Workout Room/Gym
Kitchen Tool Room Turn out gear lockers
Day Room
Women's Restroom Men's Restroom Open Storage
Dining
Hose Tower Private Office
Women's Bath Room
Command Center/Tower
Interact
Men's Bath Room Tool Room
Classroom/Training Room
Outreach
Quiet Room Men's Locker Room Private Office Pantry
Storage
Turn out gear lockers Women's Restroom Men's Restroom Trash Room
Trash Room Janitorial Closet Fire Protection Room Electrical Room
Support
Open Storage Janitorial Closet Hose Tower Fire Protection Room
Mechanical Room
Electrical Room Command Center/Tower Women's Locker Room
Requirements
Program 36
Organized
Sorted
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First Floor
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Section A
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Section B
West Elevation
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East Elevation
Entry Hallway 41
COURTYARD HOUSE
Description: The Space Problem; a course initiated by Meis van der Rohe, consists of studying spatial relationships between object and learning how to create spatially pleasing environments. I was asked to design a residence for ‘professional’ couple desires a residence in the city with ample space to entertain and to display a collection of modern art. Result: The residence includes a master bedroom with bathroom, guest bedroom, guest bathroom, studio space with study, kitchen, laundry closet, dining and living area, and a one car garage. The space also consists of two courtyard areas, the smaller of which includes a covered outdoor dining area and main entrance. Professor: Arthur Takeuchi
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Christopher Brich | Lockport IL | (T) 630.247.4077 | (E) chris@brickout.net