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ISSUE IN :
September 2024
INTRODUCTION
My name is Chad Gumbs. I am a fourth year international student from Sint Maarten. I am enjoying my time studying Architecture look forward to showing the work that I have been doing creating designs that often blend modern aesthetics with functionality.
EDUCATION
As a dedicated and aspiring architect student from Sint Maarten, I am eager to embark on my professional architectural career. Armed with a solid academic foundation and a passion for innovative design, I am seeking an opportunity to contribute my creative skills, technical knowledge, and cultural sensitivity to a dynamic architectural team. Committed to learning and growth, I aim to leverage my education and enthusiasm to make meaningful contributions in the field of architecture.
TETRA DROP TOWER
The TetraDrop Tower represents an innovative architectural concept that defies convention by integrating four L-shaped components that gradually diminish in height as the building ascends. This unique design presents a dynamic and visually striking silhouette, creating a sense of evolution and fluidity within the urban landscape. Each L-shaped component accommodates various functionalities, such as residential, commercial, or recreational spaces.
The dropping of one L-shaped segment at predetermined intervals allows for the creation of distinct floor plans and spatial configurations on each level.
The reduction in the number of components as the tower ascends also facilitates the integration of open-air terraces or gardens, providing occupants with panoramic views and outdoor spaces.
The ground levels feature a grand atrium or a plaza, serving as a central gathering point and access to various services and amenities.
DATE :
FALL 2023
Design 4
CHICAGO SKYSCRAPER
CHICAGO SKYSCRAPER
DATE :
PROJECT NAME : FALL 2023
Design 4
Four L shaped components that gradually diminish in height as the building ascends.
Each L shaped component accommodates various functionalities, such as residential, commercial, or recreational spaces.
Sky Lounges, observation decks, and communal areas are strategically o ering unique vantage points and experiences
e changing sillhouette of the tower creates an ever evolving and captivating pro le, distinguishing if from surrounding strucures in the skyline.
CHICAGO SKYSCRAPER
SITE. CHICAGO DOWNTOWN RIVER WALK
The Chicago Riverwalk is a scenic pedestrian path along the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, offering a vibrant and lively urban experience. It’s a popular destination for both locals and tourists, providing a picturesque setting with a mix of parks, gardens, dining options, and recreational activities
The design of the lobby outdoor area reflects the dynamic energy of the city, with sleek and modern finishes complemented by natural elements such as stone, wood, and greenery. A spacious seating area invites visitors to relax and take in the panoramic views, while strategically placed artwork and sculptures add visual interest and intrigue.
RENDERINGS
Argentina eco-activity center
The Eco-Activity Center in Barrio Rodrigo Bueno, a vibrant yet underserved shanty town of Buenos Aires, is envisioned as a sustainable, multifunctional community hub. This center will empower local residents by providing spaces for education, recreation, environmental stewardship, and economic activities. Its design reflects the cultural fabric of the neighborhood while integrating eco-friendly technologies and fostering community growth.
Recycling
Soccer Field
Classrooms Clinic
Flea Market
ADAPTIVE REUSE
This adaptive reuse project aims to transform an aging Coca-Cola building in Tallahassee into a vibrant, multi-functional space that celebrates the city’s history while meeting contemporary needs. The design seeks to preserve the building’s original character, integrating innovative elements to breathe new life into this iconic structure.
PROJECT DETAILS
PROJECT NAME :
ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT
DATE :
SUMMER 2023
Design 3
GUARATIBA’S MASTER PLAN
We collaborated with students from a Brazilian school of urban planning to develop a master plan for an undeveloped area in Guaratiba.
MASTER PLAN
DATE :
PROJECT NAME : 15 March, 2025 Design 3
A master plan which will define the scale and an organizational system and will lay out buildable lots, streets, public spaces, relationship to existing road and transportation systems.
DETAILS
PROJECT NAME :
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
DATE :
SUMMER 2023
Design 3
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
An affordable multi-family housing project. This new housing proposal will take place in an area of urban expansion with social and environmental vulnerabilities. The four residential floors house 16 thoughtfully designed apartments, each with utility balconies and connections to living spaces, fostering an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. The building, primarily constructed with concrete, incorporates sustainable features, cultural motifs, and community-centric design, creating a harmonious and vibrant living environment for its residents.
WAKANDA FOREVER KIOSK
The Wakanda Forever Kiosk is a vibrant and immersive space designed to captivate children’s imagination while showcasing the iconic previous Black Panther movies and trailers. Placed in the movie theater lobby, this kiosk is shaped like the Black Panther’s mask, creating a visually striking and thematic experience for young movie enthusiasts.
PROJECT DETAILS
PROJECT NAME :
KIOSK PROJECT
DATE :
FALL 2022
CADD for ARCHITECTURE
GESTALT PRINCIPLES
DESIGN 1
DESIGN PRINCIPLES
Design principles are the grammar / rules of design. They govern the relationships of the elements used and organize the composition as a whole.
Successful design incorporates the use of these principles and elements to serve the designer’s purpose and visual goals.
CUBE DESIGN
Exploration of the fundamental principles of architectural design through the creation of a simple cube. This project introduced me to key concepts such as scale, proportion, symmetry, and spatial organization, which form the basis of architectural composition.
PROJECT DETAILS
CUBE DESIGN
DATE :
PROJECT NAME : Fall 2021