Graduate Terminal Project Manual

SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING DESIGN MANUAL [GRADUATE TERMINAL PROJECT]

EMILIE EDDE

ROTATED PERSPECTIVE SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING DESIGN MANUAL [GRADUATE TERMINAL PROJECT] 2013-2014 Master of Architecture University of Idaho EMILIE EDDE

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CONTENTS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

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INTRODUCTION Editorial Essay Ecological Cartoon Ecological Footprint Project Vision

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CASE STUDIES JDS Green Roof Office Building Zhengzhou Mixed Use Development Manitoba Hydro Downtown Project

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BACKGROUND Project Location Site History Improvement Plans Neighborhood Character Area Demographics Climate Analysis

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SITE ANALYSIS Proximity Local Amenities Transportation Site Site SWOT Surrounding Context Zoning Code

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PROJECT PROGRAM Program Typologies Program Relationships Detailed Program

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INITIAL DESIGN Schematic Parti Building Massing Material Ideas

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SCHEDULE

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PROCESS Concepts and Iterations Midterm Critique

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FINAL DESIGN Concept Perspectives Floor Plans Sections Elevations Passive Systems Structure Final Critique

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REFLECTIONS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

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Source: www.Miriadna.com.

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INTRODUCTION Editorial Essay Ecological Cartoon Ecological Footprint Project Vision

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EDITORIAL ESSAY & CARTOON SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Turn It Backwards: A Plea toward Sustainability We are killing the earth with our selfish ideologies. We take what we want, when we want it and with little to no regard of the consequences of our actions. We see the earth as a commodity with an endless supply of resources, constantly taking without giving anything back. It needs to stop. Research has shown that the world’s resources, that we took for granted, are depleting and before we could see what was happening, we robbed the earth of its ability to sustain life.

We need to change our destructive ways. Bigger isn’t always better and more isn’t necessarily the solution. We need to turn it all back. We need to start to create rich, green cities that give back to the earth rather than concrete jungles that only accommodate ourselves. People can survive without many things: electricity, medicine, cities, government, and clothes; but take away the plants and we would all die. That is how important nature is.

Unlike humanity, nature has a harmonious relationship with the earth. It gives as much as it takes. It is successful because it is flexible, and has stability over long periods of time. The only energy it uses is what shines upon it and blows through it. It recycles everything, and it supports its everlasting network of communities.

So why can’t we? Why can’t we, as a civilization, be flexible and provide long term stability without causing destruction? We should look toward nature as a guide to turn things around and improve the land that we build upon.

This isn’t a new concept, using nature as a guide in reshaping our built environment. But it bears

repeating. Even after our ‘wake up’ call (water pollution, fossil fuels: oil supply decline, resource depletion and the like) humanity still isn’t on the right track, although we may beheaded in that direction. Unfortunately, most phrases associated with natural practices such as ‘sustainability’ or similar slogans like going ‘green’ and ‘eco-friendly’ have become cliché and jaded, used mostly as a branding mechanism to receive attention. They no longer have the powerful meaning that they demand, but that is still necessary.

Being sustainable isn’t just about specific checklists or receiving a pat on the back; it’s about consciously maintaining ecological balance. It’s about giving back as much (if not more) than what is taken. It’s about being able to maintain and sustain life on earth with the resources available and not using any in excess. It allows humanity to meet the needs of the present without sacrificing the needs of future generations.

Sustainability is a concept that, no matter how cliché it has become, needs our attention.

Everyone played a role over the years in the earth’s destruction and it will take all of us again to correct our wrongs. It will take years to reshape and change our world but no one is exempt. It is our responsibility to be sustainable; as designers, architects, and builders of our buildings; as city council members and politicians in our policies, and as citizens in our everyday lives as consumers. Sustainability is a plea for a unified better tomorrow: for a future of regeneration, coexistence and stability; and it starts now.

- Emilie Edde

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Ecological Cartoon

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ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Diminishing Resources; Overabundant Lifestyles Day to day we live our life potentially unaware of the resources we are using. In the United States, people have become accustomed to many amenities that we often take for granted. At a moments notice, we have access to running water [hot and cold], electricity, gas, fresh food, waste disposal, and much more.

Studying architecture, it has made me aware of how important it is to be sustainable in order to help preserve the world’s resources. With that in mind, I try to conserve as much energy in my day to day life as much as I can, while still living comfortably.

Earth’s Resources

My lifestyle tends to be less indulgent than compared to many American’s [although that may be due to my income]. My electricity, natural gas, oil, vehicle travel and car travel are all below national average.

Carbon Emissions

If everyone lived my lifestyle, we would need:

Source: 1. http://www.myfootprint.org/

I turn off house lights every time I leave a room, shut off the faucet while brushing my teeth, unplug small appliances and electronics when not in use, and keep the thermostat low in the winter, among others. Even my diet reduces my ecological footprint since I eat very little meat, and generally stick to chicken and turkey [which require less water]. I buy my groceries from a local supermarket and typically select natural or organic products that are locally grown.

Plant 19 Trees to offset 17309 lbs of C02e

2. http://www.americanforests.org/assumptions-and-sources/

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While I try to be environmental my ecological footprint it still quite high. If everyone lived my lifestyle [in a mid-sized apartment in the city and had a desire to save energy and protect our resources by walking more and driving less] we would still need 4.04 earths to sustain us. This may seem like a lot [because it is- 3 times more than we can afford] but compared to my classmates, [and many other Americans] I was at the low end of the spectrum.

Being sustainable in your day to day life can be difficult, which is why it is more important than ever to create architecture than can assist in saving the world’s resources. Designing buildings using passive strategies and relying less on fossil fuels is vital to saving the earth. We only have one earth and we must use what we have appropriately so that it will continue to last not just for our generation, but for future generations to come.

In order to offset my yearly carbon emissions, there would need to be 19 trees planted and enough fresh water to supply everyone in the world with 702 gallons.

Water Consumption 702 Gallons of Fresh Water a Year

3. http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/environment/freshwater/change-the-course/water-footprint-calculator/

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PROJECT VISION SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Mission Statement: Increase economic opportunity, promote community vitality, and enhance neighborhood character in the stagnant Boise neighborhood by creating a sustainable mixed-use development within Portland, Oregon.

Project Introduction: This project will redevelop vacant and unused lots within the Boise neighborhood [a previously poor, rundown, and unsafe area, now on the rise] by strengthening the existing culture and community based on Portland’s 2035 Adaptive Plan. While one building can’t drastically change the neighborhood, its a start and focus will be on one site for a mixed-use development. The mixed-use development will consist of three main programmatic elements: Live, Work, & Play.

Live: [Residential] A variety of apartments will be provided that can be rented or owned. The unit types will vary in size, levels, and types to accommodate many different income levels. The goal

is to further generate diversity in the neighborhood and enhance community character.

Work: [Commercial] A business incubator will be provided to help increase economic opportunity and support the development of local start-up companies. Retail stores will also allow people to sell community goods and services, where locals will have the opportunity to start in the incubator and transition to retail as their business progresses. The goal is promote the buying and selling of local products to strengthen the local Boise Neighborhood economy.

Play: [Cultural] Artist studios will be combined with residential lofts, and temporary galleries will be provided to give local artists the opportunity to display and sell their work. There will also be permanent galleries that will showcase the history of Boise Neighborhood [previously the city of Albina]. This will help promote community vitality, and allow locals to learn more about their neighbors and neighborhood.

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Project Values:

Performance Goals/Methods:

By focusing on one site for community redevelopment, this project can act as a catalyst for future growth and improvements by promoting self-sufficiency and sustainability: economically, socially, and environmentally.

Create a self-sufficient development: using the Living Building Challenge as well as LEED and the Wilderness Checklists as a model.

Coexist with nature and the built environment: using Building Performance Analysis & Post- Occupancy Analysis.

Minimize [eliminate] the need for fossil fuels: evaluating passive strategies’ effectiveness through the testing of digital & physical models.

Project Goals: Protect and enhance the natural environment through sustainable practices.

Think local by using local materials, goods, businesses, and labor to strengthen the community.

Enhance neighborhood character [eclectic mix of styles, artists, young, urban, hip, organic, welcoming, indie, hipster, entrepreneurialism] through program and architectural design.

Use current redevelop momentum of the Albina Neighborhood Improvement Plan and Boise Neighborhood Plan and show new opportunities for improvement.

Learning Objectives: Designing the project to be a system that is connected to the greater whole [neighborhood].

Creating a sustainable development that doesn’t become ‘just another gentrification project’ that will increase living costs and drive away locals through community survey and outreach.

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CASE STUDIES JDS Office Complex Zhengzhou Development Manitoba Hydro

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JDS OFFICE COMPLEX SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Project Description

Architect: Julien de Smedt Architects (JDS Architects) Type: Office Complex [Commercial] Size: 100,000 Square Meters Location: Istanbul, Turkey [Kagithane Gardens business district] Completion Date: On-going [T.B.D]

The office complex incorporates offices, gardens, plazas, and terraces into a sensuously curving M-shaped structure with a transparent glass facade.

The Kagithane Gardens business district focuses on the users working and living qualities in an urban approach. The building is formed by JDS’s desire to make it interact with its environment. It opens itself up to the neighborhood and offers spaces to the users and the passers by. The volume of the block is literally carved out to invite

Source: http://www.architizer.com/en_us/blog/dyn/85772/jds-istanbul-office-complex/#.UeR03Y2bMog

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the surroundings in. The local hilly landscape, characteristic to Istanbul, is continued in the meandering of the volume both in plan, adapting to the site’s edges, and in section, weaving into itself in a series of gentle curving slopes, echoing the nearby Bosphorus waves.

The vibrant commercial life of the ground floor bursts out onto the plazas and the landscape.

Upstairs the offices open out onto the green terraces, populated with lush vegetation, tempering the hot Springs and Summers. The volume Source: http://jdsa.eu/kag/

reads clearly while still opening itself generously to the city from the far. As one gets closer the interiors become more discreet, protected by louvers that help shade from the sun.

The project acts as a catalyst of business life for a new Istanbul, that promotes contemporary culture, architecture and lifestyle.

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Sustainability The building is broken into ‘wings’ that make up the M-shape, which are slender to maximise cross ventilation. These thin wings also create courtyards, slightly shielded by the sun to provide for different outdoor micro climates.

The different layers and levels of the green roofs are positioned to maximise sunlight entering the building, which due to the glass facade, streams in from all sides.

Because of the extensive outdoor environments [courtyards/plazas, green roofs, and terraces] which could create uneasy privacy concerns, louvers are used to help shade from the sun as well as provide for more discrete interiors.

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Summary For the case study I was particularly interested in how JDS integrated architectural design with the landscape. I think it was really effective how they interwove the green roofs and terraces to provide visual and spatial interactions among the different programmatic elements.

Their use of layers was also well done, allowing for different indoor and outdoor environments.

The large courtyards on the ground level create

different gathering and viewing opportunities than the green roofs or terraces. This quality, I think would be highly beneficial in an urban residential setting and is something I would like to incorporate into my graduate design.

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ZHENGZHOU DEVELOPMENT SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Project Description

Architect: Trahan Architects Type: Mixed-Use Size: 400,000 Square Meters [4.3 Million Square Feet] Location: Zhengzhou, China Completion Date: On-going [T.B.D] Cost: $880 Million

Trahan Architects have proposed a 4.3 million square-foot mixed-use development in the historic city center of Zhengzhou, China – the capital and largest city of the Henan province, with a population of 8.6 million. The concept is part of a broad scale master plan for redeveloping Zhengzhou through ecological and infrastructure development.

Ecological development prioritizes the surrounding natural resources, such as forest park, scenic areas, wetlands/reserves, rivers/lakes and

Source: http://www.archdaily.com/225098/zhengzhou-mixed-use-development-trahan-architects/

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urban green space. The development addresses an emerging market identified as “Logistics Industry”.

Zhengzhou is to serve as an integrated hub for the import/export of goods and mass transportation which connects the east and the west.

The project site is located in the historic city center which is the primary shopping district just north of the main train station and just south of the People’s Park [a large public park]. The Erqi Monument resides to the south west corner of

the site and is the primary tourist attraction in Zhengzhou. The monument is a 27 floor double pagoda dedicated to a worker strike that occurred February 7, 1923.

Challenging central China’s conventional typology, the proposed design blends the hotel and live/work top with the retail base. In order to maximize and prioritize the corners of the site, the hotel and live/work program are rotated over the corners, framing the exterior and interior.

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Sustainability The retail base steps down in plan and section for greater connectivity to the adjacent urban edges. The triangulated faรงade reinforces the corners and programmatic relationships from floor to floor.

The green boulevards flow into and up the edges of the site to create a green urban space at the mezzanine level. Envisioned as an entertainment level, users can enjoy amenities and an elevated view of the city.

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Summary For this case study I was interested in the organic form, and how Trahan Architects used 3 different towers that fluidly blend into 1 at the base.

While they stratify the program into horizontal differentiations, they blur the lines of the different programmatic elements by the blending of the towers- which allow for more programmatic interactions [something I think would be very beneficial in my project].

I also like how they incorporated retail on more than just the ground level, although I am curious how successful that would be for those businesses.

Their ecological development and incorporation of green boulevards was very successful and potentially something I would like to include in my design.

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MANITOBA HYDRO SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Project Description/Sustainability

Architect: KPMB Architects [Kuwabara Payne McKenna Blumberg] Type: Office Size: 65,000 Square Meters

Its new headquarters tower, Manitoba Hydro Place, is the first of the next generation of sustainable buildings integrating time-tested environmental concepts in conjunction with advanced technologies to achieve a “living building” that dynamically responds to the local climate.

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba Completion Date: 2009

Located in downtown Winnipeg, the city is known for its extreme climate, with temperatures that drastically fluctuate throughout the year. The architectural solution relies on passive

Source: http://www.archdaily.com/44596/manitoba-hydro-kpmb-architects/

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free energy without compromise to design quality and, most importantly, human comfort.

The site encapsulates the three-hundred and sixty degree approach of the formal Integrated Design Process [IDP] mandated by the client to achieve the objectives of 60% energy savings, supportive workplace, urban revitalization, signature architecture and cost effectiveness.

The IDP process was greatly enhanced by extensive computer modeling using local wind,

sun and temperature data to evaluate design options. The building is already projected to outperform its original energy goal by 64% or higher.

Narrow floor plates and tall floor-to-ceiling glazing allow sunlight to penetrate into the core. A double faรงade curtain-wall system made of lowiron glass forms a 3 foot wide buffer zone. It is comprised of a double-glazed outer wall and a single-glazed inner wall which insulates the building against heat and cold.

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Automated louvre shades control glare and heat gain while radiant slabs act as an internal heat exchange with the geothermal field.

heat recovered from this exhaust air is used to warm the atrium and to preheat the incoming cold air in the south atria.

The solar chimney is a key element in the passive ventilation system which relies on the natural stack effect. The chimney draws used air out of the building during the shoulder seasons and summer months. In winter, exhaust air is drawn to the bottom of the solar chimney by fans, and

Manitoba Hydro Place also has the largest closed loop geothermal system in the province and is filled with 100% fresh air, 24 hours a day, year round, regardless of outside temperatures. It is very sustainable and a great precedent to study.

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Summary For this case study I particularly valued the sustainable practices KPMB Architects used throughout the building. They achieved a ‘living building’, which is something I am striving for, where automated and mechanical systems are used to maximize the efficiency and comfort of the building, while still having user overrides.

The architect was very successful at using wind, solar, and temperature data to evaluate design

options which provide the building with many passive strategies. A double-skin facade was used as insulation, automated louvre systems to control glare and heat gain, a solar chimney for passive ventilation, and geothermal as a ground source heat exchanger. All sustainable strategies that I will consider for my graduate project design.

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BACKGROUND Project Location Site History Improvement Plans Neighborhood Character Area Demographics Climate Analysis After choosing Portland, Oregon for a graduate terminal project location, the specific site was provided by the city of Portland’s Development Commission as a viable option for urban infill revitalization. The area chosen will benefit from a redevelopment project due to current economic stagnation and the furthering need to strengthen and redevelop that community.

PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

Boise Neighborhood, Portland, OR

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PROJECT LOCATION SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

45.5236째 N 122.6750째 45.5236 122.6750 W

NORTH AMERICA

SITE: GLOBAL - North America - United States of America - Pacific North West

OREGON

SITE: REGIONAL - Oregon - North West Oregon - Just South of the Columbia River

SITE: Suggested by the Portland Development Commission (PDC) to strengthen and redevelop the community

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1 N FREMONT ST. PORTLAND, OR 97227

SITE

PORTLAND BOISE

SITE: MUNICIPAL - Tri-County Metropolitan Area - Multnomah County - City of Portland - North East District [prev. City of Albina] - East side of the Willamette River

SITE: WALKABLE - Boise Neighborhood - South East Block of Boise - Bordered by Eliot Neighborhood to the South East - Corner of N Fremont St. and N Williams Ave - 1 N Fremont St. Portland, Oregon 97227 - Site: 18,120 SF [120’ x 151’]

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HISTORY [ALBINA] SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Historic Albina

Defining Moments of Albina/Boise 1880’s Boise Neighborhood housing dates back to the 1880’s and was built primarily for the middle class.

1891 Albina and East Portland consolidated with Portland, as a result housing in Albina boomed.

1905-1913 Great Portland Building Boom- Albina area flourished with an increase in population density.

A lot of European families funneled through Albina: Germans, Irish, Scandinavians, Norwegians, Finns, and Russian-Germans.

Corner of N Killingsworth and E Albina [1913]

Historic Timeline

1873: City of Albina was named after William Page’s wife

1930’ 1930’s: Everything changed when the automobile replaced the streetcar-

Albina gained residents in response to the growth of its industrial and commerical centers 1889:

1905-1913: Great Portland Building Boomwith an increase in population density

streetcar link to Portland on the west side of the river

1882: Terminal Comapy was fromed with operations in Albina

1891: Albina & East Portland cities consolidated with Portland

1880’s: 1880’ Boise Neighborhood housing dates back to 1880 and was built primarily for the middle class

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passed by inner city neighborhoods on their way to the suburbs

1893-1897: Bank panic and depression hit.

Lots of immigrants moved to Albina since real estate prices were low

1905-1913: A lot of European families funneld through Albina: Germans, Irish, Scandinavians from Norwegians, Finns, and Russian-Germans

1918: Albina Community started accepting African Americans Nearby shopping malls (Lloyd Center) opened on the edge, neighborhood retailers lost customers

Source: Roos, Roy E. The History of Albina: Including Eliot, Boise, King, Humboldt, and Piedmont Neighborhoods. Portland, Or

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1930’s Everything changed when the automobile replaced the streetcar- more affluent families passed by inner city neighborhoods on their way to the suburbs.

1946-1964 After WWII and the Cold War, many people started moving out towards the suburbs, which made vacancy rates rise in Albina as more houses and buildings became run down.

1967 Interstate 5 freeway opened up, as a result Albina lost many houses and businesses.

1993 Albina Community Plan was put into effect to promote revitalization of under utilized property.

Current The City is trying to keep density within the “Albina” community by keeping taxes low.

1959 Albina Neighborhood Improvement Plan was established and the first urban renewal project in Portland.

1940: It was estimated that over half of Portland African American ’s community lived in Albina

1946- 1964: After WWII and the Cold War many people , started moving out towards the suburbs, made vacany rates rise in Albina as more houses and buildings became run down

1959: Portland Development Commission submitted an urban renewal project in North East PortlandAlbina Neighborhood Improvement Plan

1960’s: 1960’ Albina was targeted for Urban Renewal projects 1967: Interstate 5 freeway opened up, as a result Albina lost many houses and businesses

Timeline Source: Author

Boise was named after Reuben Patrick Boise, an Oregon Supreme Court member

1980’ 1980’s: homes were in dispair and often condemned

1973: Fremont Bridge and ramp were completed making it easier to connect with I-5

1993: Albina Community Plan was put into revitalization of underutilized property

2000’ 2000’s+: New construction is common, the majority of the vacant lots in Boise with houses and buildings

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IMPROVEMENT PLANS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Portland’s 2035 Adaptive Plan [2012] Tomorrow’s City Will Be Shaped by Growth and Diversity Over the last thirty years, Portland’s population gained more than 200,000 residents, growing from 366,000 to 584,000. Most of this growth happened in the 1980s and 1990s, when Portland annexed large portions of east Portland and some additional areas in west Portland.

During the 1980s and 1990s, the population

1980

grew about 20 percent each decade. Between 2000 and 2010, the city’s growth rate was less dramatic, growing at about 10 percent per decade. Metro forecasts that Portland will gain approximately 132,000 new households by 2035 through population growth.

1980-1990

1980-2000

Achieving Goals The city of Portland is actively seeking to ensure a safe and peaceful community, improve the quality of life in neighborhoods, protect and enhance the natural and built environment, and operate and maintain an effective and safe transportation system, among others. Community

improvement plans, such as the Boise Neighborhood Plan reinforces Portland’s goals [as seen in the Portland’s 2035 Adaptive Plan]. This graduate design project strives to meet many of these goals while being as sustainable as possible, also striving to meet Portland’s Climate Action Plan.

Source: http://www.portlandonline.com/portlandplan/index.cfm?c=45722

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[Adopted] Boise Neighborhood Plan [1993] The Boise Neighborhood Plan was adopted as a part of the Albina Community Plan. The Albina Community Plan, and the neighborhood plans developed with it, was adopted as part of Portland’s Comprehensive Plan in July 1993.

Neighborhood revitalization is designed to deal with current neighborhood problems and guide development. The goal is to ensure that current residents and businesses are able to remain in the neighborhood and benefit from the new investment that will be made.

NE Portland Desirable Amenities: Older/Historic buildings, Tree-Lined Streets, Spacious Yards, and excellent Access to Freeways.

Policy #1: Reduce Crime so that residents feel safe in their homes, on the neighborhood’s streets and in its parks.

Policy #2: Provide good quality housing in Boise at affordable prices and rents through new construction and the rehabilitation of existing housing. New construction and rehabilitation of existing housing should be in keeping with the character of the neighborhood.

Policy #3: Improve Boise Neighborhood’s appearance and livability by maintaining residential, commercial and industrial properties.

Encourage compatible infill development of vacant land by improving the image of the neighborhood and marketing development opportunities in Boise.

Source: http://www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/article/91461

Policy #4: Enhance the historic character and distinctive physical features of the neighborhood.

Policy #5: Provide adequate outdoor recreational opportunities for Boise residents.

Policy #6: Ensure that all residents including the elderly and children are well served by public transportation and keep neighborhood streets safe for pedestrians.

Policy #7: Encourage new businesses that will serve the neighborhood to locate in existing neighborhood business districts. Encourage these businesses and other local employers to hire neighborhood residents.

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Boise Neighborhood

Historic Architectural Styles Vernacular Victorian [1860-1905] Italianate Victorian [1865-1890] Stick-Eastlake Victorian [1880-1893] Queen Anne Victorian [1885-1901] Queen Anne Vernacular [1890-1907] Queen Anne Victorian Cottage [1890-1907] Shingle Style Victorian [1890-1907]

American Foursquare [1890-1915] Arts & Crafts [1900-1935] Craftsman Foursquare [1903-1920] Craftsman Bungalow [1904-1930] Colonial Revival [1890-1940] Dutch Colonial Revival [1900-1935]

Source: Roos, Roy E. The History of Albina: Including Eliot, Boise, King, Humboldt, and Piedmont Neighborhoods. Portland, Or

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PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

Boise Vibe [Funky Charm, Growth, Eclectic Styles]

BO BOI B OIS O ISE

Evolution. Growth. Movement. Indie, hipsters, organic, welcoming, booming, all words that make up the Boise Neighborhood. It is a place where bikes & scooters are more widely accepted than cars. Where diversity, independence & entrepreneurialism are prized and encouraged.

Everyone knows each other and supports their local businesses.

Streets are busy with bike traffic, foot traffic & buses. It has everything an average urbanite would want [character, charm, creativity and new ideas].

Boise Neighborhood is often referred to as “Boise- Elliot”, “Williams Ave”, or “Historic Mississippi Ave.”

Daily additions to the dinning and entertainment juggernaut make for new gathering spots for artists & bohemian professionals alike.

Source: 2. portlandconnected.com

3. Photos taken by Author

It can be characterized by its eclectic mix of styles stemming from varying periods of time throughout history.

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Overview

Population/Diversity

The Boise Neighborhood is ranked #50 in livability when compared to other parts of Portland and #93 when compared to all of Oregon. It has lots of local amenities, a stable housing market and high income per capita.

Population [2010]:

3,847 [583,776 Portland]

Caucasian: African American: Asian:

42% [78%] 38% [6%] 3% [6%]

Most of the data compares Boise Neighborhood to the rest of Portland, Oregon.

Speak English: Speak Spanish:

73% [83%] 16% [6%]

Area Statistics

The Boise Neighborhood has a much more diverse population than compared to the rest of Portland. This is a result of the Great Portland Building Boom in the early 1900’s where a lot of European families funneled through Albina.

Cost of Living: Crimes: High School Graduation: Household Income: Average Commute: Public Transportation Use:

3% < Portland [+] 5% > Portland [-] 12% < Portland [-] 13% < Portland [-] 4% < Portland [+] 57% > Portland [+]

Median Housing Value: 9% < Portland [-] Median Rental Rate: $742- 8% < Portland [+] These numbers indicate that it is cheaper to live in the Boise neighborhood than compared to other parts of Portland, consequently the average income is also lower as are housing and rental rates. People in Boise tend to use public transportation more than those in other parts of the city and have a smaller commute to work.

Source: 1. www.areavibes.com/portland-or/boise/livability

Density Boise/97227 Area: 2,404.26 per square mile Portland: 38.94 per square mile The density was calculated based off of the whole 97227 zip code, which encompasses many neighboring areas with a total land mass of 1.34 square miles and .26 square miles of water. It is unclear why the density is that much greater than the rest of Portland.

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Household/Family Total Households: Average Household Size: 1 Person Households 2 or More Person Households Family Households (Families) Average Family Size

1,696 2.1 618 1,078 650 2.84

Residential Statistics Rooms Total Housing Units: 1 Room 2 Rooms 3 Rooms 4 Rooms 5 Rooms 6 Rooms 7 Rooms 8 Rooms 9 Rooms or More

1,610 89 204 307 186 310 211 160 61 82

Bedrooms Total Housing Units: No Bedroom 2 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 5 or More Bedrooms

1,610 129 493 359 104 50

Gross Rent Occupied Units Paying Rent: $199 or Less $200 to $299 $300 to $499 $500 to $699 $700 to $999 $1,000 to $1,499

773 184 19 208 248 78 36

Summary These residential statistics will help when designing the “Live” aspect of the mixed-use development by guiding decisions such as how many units per type should be considered and roughly how much each unit could be rented or sold for.

Source: 2. http://www.usa.com/97227-or-population-and-races.htm

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Precipitation 45.6°N Latitude 122.6°W Longitude 39 Ft Elevation 6”

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Portland, Oregon has a moderate climate with an average temperature of 52.1°F per year and an average annual precipitation of 44.75“. In the winter months [November, December, January] the temperatures are cool and rain is common, which will make it important to design around keeping the heat in and the cold out. In the summer months [May, June, July, August] it is just the opposite, and tends to be fairly dry and warm Source: http://www.climate-zone.com/

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with an average high temperature of 82°F and an average rainfall of under 1”.

Since there is frequent precipitation 147/365 [days per year], on-site storm water treatment and collection/recycling will be vary important.

Due to Portland’s mild climate and consistent rainfall, plants will grow really well, making com-

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Temperature 70*°

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munity gardens, outdoor terraces and green roofs a viable option.

ing passive strategies to minimize energy than cooling it.

Although the skies are frequently cloudy [208/365] there are still enough clear sunny days [77/365] to allow for solar electricity as an option because of the small heating load created by the mild climate. Since it is too cold 79% of the year it will be more important to heat the building us-

The frequent cloudy days also demonstrates the importance for designing around the winter sun to let as much in as possible to increase comfort.

Comfortable Period 13% of the year Too Hot 8% of the year Too Cold 79% of the year

Source: Heating, Cooling, Lighting pg 99

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Prevailing Wind [Speed and Direction]

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| ESE | ESE | ESE | S | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NW | NW | ESE | ESE | In addition to Portland, Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mild climate, it also has mild wind velocities, with an average wind speed of 7mph. Therefore, using wind generation such as wind turbines might not be a viable option since it will most likely not generate enough energy.

Throughout the year, the wind velocity changes and so does its prevailing direction. During the summer months [May, June, July, August] the wind predominately comes from the North/ Source: Climate Consultant 5

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Northeast and can reach maximum speeds of 25-30mph. In the winter [November, December, January] the wind blows in from the East/ Southeast with higher speeds reaching up to 3035mph.

Therefore, it is very important to protect the building from the cold winter winds as much as possible by carefully sealing the building and using air locks such as vestibules on entries, which will help with air drafts and minimize infiltration.

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Summer

Fall

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During the winter months it is especially important to block the wind in outdoor environments such as courtyards, which will benefit the area by extending living spaces. Placing a courtyard on the Northwest side will help cool the space during the summer due to cross ventilation, however, it will need to be shielded from the Southeast winds during the winter to maintain a comfortable environment.

Heating Degree Days Cooling Degree Days Ave. Wind Speeds Clear Days Partly Cloudy Days Cloudy Days Rainy Days (<.01 in) Percent of Sunshine Ave. Relative Humidity

4927(<65째F) 247 (>65째F) 7.0 mph 77/365 80/365 208/365 147/365 48 83.5

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Psychrometric Chart

There are many design strategies and guidelines that can be done to help make living conditions more comfortable in Portland, Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mild climate. [Some strategies have already been discussed in previous climate analysis sections.]

Since Portland is too cold most of the year, heating is the number one concern.

Minimizing the building footprint is a great strategy to help minimize heating loads and help prevent from wasting energy.

Using heat gain from equipment, lights, and ocSource: Climate Consultant 5

cupants whenever possible are other strategies that will greatly reduce heating needs. In addition, insulation with a high R-value should be used to minimize heating requirements.

Selecting proper glazing, such as double pane, low-e glass, is another solution that will help prevent energy waste by minimizing conductive loss as well as radiant heat loss. Maximizing glazing on the south side will allow for greater winter sun penetration by providing passive heating, but shading will be important to minimize direct heat gain during the summer.

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Design Strategies

Combining solar gain with thermal mass in walls, floors, fireplaces, and other areas, will help store the heat during the day to be later released during the night, allowing for more comfort all day and year round.

Skylights, large windows, and solar panels will also be beneficial to offset energy needs for lighting the building. Ideally, this project has the potential to become self-sufficient and off grid, generating more energy than it requires.

To help offset prevailing wind chill, high pitched

roofs will be beneficial. In addition, vegetation and trees, placed 45 degrees from windows will help shield the building from the wind, while minimizing solar obstruction.

Cooling isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as much of a concern as heating, although 8% of the year can become too hot, therefore, passive ventilation through operable windows will be important.

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Boise Neighborhood - Nearby Interstate access: I-5 and I-84.

- Close proximity to Downtown Portland: The Pearl District and Old Town/Chinatown; accessed in a few minutes via the Fremont, Steel or Broadway Bridges.

- Easy access to public transportation: the “MAX” [Metropolitan Area Express] light rail, located near the Interstate is only minutes away on foot.

[Yellow Line] - Bicycle friendly: biking downtown only takes about 25 minutes.

BOISE

Pearl District

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Walkscores Boise is the 12th most walkable neighborhood in Portland, OR. Walk Score: Boise: 83- Very Walkable Site: 77- Very Walkable “Most errands can be accomplished on foot”

Bike Score: 90- Bikers Paradise “Flat as a pancake & good lanes”

WA

Transit Score: 49- Some Transit “Nearby 6 bus, 0 rail, 0 other”

BOISE

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Groceries Restaurants/Bars/Cafe Schools Parks/Open Space Shopping Car/Bike Shares

Churches Health Errands Art/Community

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Nearby Businesses The site is surrounded by many different restaurants [The Grillery, Brass Tracks Sandwiches, Food Carts], and bars [LV’s Sports Bar, Maui’s Bar] as well as different places to go grocery shopping [New Seasons, Williams Market], making it unnecessary [but potentially a nice addition] to place a restaurant in the mixed use develop-

ment, but a cafe could be beneficial.

Also directly adjacent are many small residences- many of which have been turned into offices and shops for small businesses [Peterson Law Group, Abraham Fixes Bikes].

LOCAL AME

N. BEECH ST

NE. RODNEY AVE

NE. CLEVELAND AVE

N. WILLIAMS AVE

N. VANCOUVER AVE

N. GANTENBEIN AVE

N. HAIGHT AVE

NE. BEEC

N. FREMONT ST NE. FREMON

N. IVY ST NE. IVY ST

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Groceries Restaurants/Bars/Cafe Schools Parks/Open Space Shopping Car/Bike Shares

Churches Health Errands Art/Community NE. COOK ST

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TRANSPORTATION PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

Alternatives to the Automobile Portland has great public transportation all coordinated through Tri-MET [Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation] and serves Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties.

Surrounding the project site are 6 public Tri-MET bus stops all only a block away. Unfortunately,

most of them are not covered and are exposed to Portlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s frequent rain, but allow for easy access to bus routes 24, 44 and 4.

TRANSPO

Also directly adjacent to the site are designated public bike lanes that separate passing traffic [one-way] from on-street parking.

N. BEECH ST

NE. RODNEY AVE

NE. CLEVELAND AVE

N. WILLIAMS AVE

N. VANCOUVER AVE

N. GANTENBEIN AVE

N. HAIGHT AVE

NE. BEEC

N. FREMONT ST NE. FREMON

N. IVY ST NE. IVY ST

Bus Stops Bus Routes Designated Bike Lanes T YS

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SITE [1 N FREMONT ST.] SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Current Conditions Vacant Lot: Urban Renewal - Gravel, grass, and dirt - Currently used as a parking lot for nearby businesses - Gravel ally access to the west

Size: 18,120 SF (120’ x 151’)

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Context Photographs The site is relatively flat, with great sun exposure from all sides.

1. Photo looking Northeast at Peterson Law Group [right] and a Mixed-Use Condo development [left].

2. Photo looking East at the Mixed-Use Condo development [left], Williams Market/Abrahamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bike Shop [middle], the intersection of N Williams Ave and N Fremont St., and New Seasons Grocery Store [right].

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The site is a vacant lot, a tabula rosa, or a blank slate, and is flexible and open for many possibilities. It also has great access to alternative modes of transportation: bus lines, bus stops, and bike lanes. There are many different amenities close by: groceries, food, shopping [only a block away]. It is kitty corner to a small open park, which is great for community activities. It is not far from Downtown Portland via Interstate 5 or Interstate 84 and it has great walkscores and is predominately pedestrian and bike friendly.

The site is largely surrounded by single family residential homes, which are still residential or converted into small businesses, making the skyline and nearby building heights fairly low.

It currently lacks immediate vegetation, which subsequently means little shade and sun protection. The lot directly to the west is now vacant, but is scheduled for construction of a tall office building [The Radiator], which could change site views, wind patterns and more.

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Site Photos

Opportunities pportunities

Threats hreats

The site sits on a corner lot, which has great public access from multiple sides. This will be highly beneficial for ground level retail and public amenities. It is located in a great neighborhood that has a lot of character and charm, which will want to be capitalized on. The vacant lot, lends itself to urban renewal and will help make the area more dense and through program typology more diverse.

Since the site sits on a corner lot, along N Fremont St. and N Williams Ave [fairly busy intersection], vehicle traffic will be high, and it can by noisy.

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SURROUNDING CONTEXT SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

[39’] New Seasons Grocery Store [30’] Fremont Manor Apartments

[Under Construction] The Radiator Office Building

[16’] LV’s Sports Bar

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[22’] Life Change Christian Center [63’] Mixed-Use- Condos [38’] Peterson Law Group [17’] Abraham Fixes Bikes

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ZONING/CODE ZONING/ CODE SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Boise Neighborhood Zoning Zoned based on Portland’s Zoning Code [2013] [EXd] Central Employment w/ Design Overlay

[RXd] Central Residential w/ Design Overlay

[R2.5a] Res. 2,500 w/ Alt. Design Density Overlay

[R1d] Res. 1,000 w/ Design Overlay

[R1a] Res. 1,000 w/ Alt. Design Density Overlay

[R2a] Res. 2,000 w/ Alt. Design Density Overlay

SITE N. FREMONT ST

N. IVY ST

NE. CLEVELAND AVE

N. WILLIAMS AVE

N. VANCOUVER AVE

N. GANTENBEIN AVE

N. HAIGHT AVE

N. BEECH ST

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Site Zoning [EXd] EX [Central Employment Zone] This zone implements the Central Employment map designation of the Comprehensive Plan.

The zone allows mixed-uses and is intended for areas in the center of the City that have predominantly industrial type development. The intent of the zone is to allow industrial, business, and service uses, which need a central location. Residential uses are allowed, but are not intended to predominate or set development standards for other uses in the area. The development standards are intended to allow new development, which is similar in character to existing development.

d [Design Overlay Zone] The Design Overlay Zone promotes the conservation, enhancement, and continued vitality of areas of the City with special scenic, architectural, or cultural value. This is achieved through the creation of design districts and applying the Design Overlay Zone as part of community planning projects, development of design guidelines for each district, and by requiring design review or compliance with the Community Design Standards. In addition, design review or compliance with the Community Design Standards ensures that certain types of infill development will be compatible with the neighborhood and enhance the area.

Code Requirements [EXd] Max FAR 3 to 1 Max Height 65 Ft. Min Building Setback 0 Max Building Coverage 100% of Site Min Landscape Area None Ground Floor Window Standards Yes Pedestrian Standards Yes Min Parking Spaces Req. None Min Off-Street Parking Spaces Req. None The EX zone height limit reflects its use in intense urban areas and the range of uses that are allowed.

Albina Community Code Purpose The plan districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s provisions are intended to ensure that new higher density commercial and industrial developments do not overwhelm nearby residential areas. Infill housing compatibility and affordability is encouraged by eliminating off-street parking requirements for small multidwelling housing projects. The plan districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s provisions also encourage the development of new housing along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard by allowing new housing projects to include ground level commercial uses that orient to King Boulevard.

There is no limit to building coverage in the EX zones because of the existing built-up character of the zones.

Source: 1. http://www.portlandonline.com/bps/title33_complete_print.pdf Source: 2. www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/article/64435 3. www.portlandoregon.gov/bps/article/64435

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PROGRAM Program Typologies Program Relationships Detailed Program

The program for the graduate terminal project was carefully selected after site visits, site analysis and research. Residential, commercial, and cultural were the main categories chosen to meet the general needs of the locals and represent live, work, play elements.

PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

This design manual [developed for a graduate terminal project at the University of Idaho M. Arch Degree] represents the culmination of research for an urban infill mixed use development in Portland, Oregon. This project explores sustainable urban living, while satisfying goals outlined in Portlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2035 Adaptive Plan.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl_District,_Portland,_Oregon

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Urban Renewal

Business Incubator

Urban Renewal is designed to help communities improve and redevelop areas that are physically deteriorated, suffering economic stagnation, unsafe or poorly planned.

Business incubation is a business support process that accelerates the successful development of start-up and fledgling companies by providing entrepreneurs with an array of targeted resources and services. These services are usually developed or orchestrated by incubator management and offered both in the business incubator and through its network of contacts.

The goal with urban renewal is creating healthy, vibrant neighborhoods throughout the city, which includes: commercial, retail/institutional, residential/mixed-use, streets, mass transit, and parks.

Portland Development Commission [PDC] helps specific areas in Portland such as: parks, streetscape improvements, community centers, that would not happen on their own.

Albina Neighborhood Improvement Plan specifically improves areas [within the Albina Improvement Boundary] that have been run down due to economic stagnation. They support business growth, job creation, and social equality.

The goal with business incubation is to produce successful firms that will leave the program financially viable and freestanding. These incubator graduates have the potential to create jobs, revitalize neighborhoods, commercialize new technologies, and strengthen local and national economies.

Incubators usually provide clients access to appropriate rental space and flexible leases, shared basic business services and equipment, technology support services and assistance in obtaining the financing necessary for company growth.

Mixed Use City Desires Mixed-use development is development that blends residential, commercial, cultural, institutional, and where appropriate, industrial uses.

It allows for greater housing variety and density, reduces distances between housing, workplaces, retail businesses, and other destinations.

It encourages more compact development, strengthens neighborhood character, and promotes pedestrian and bicycle friendly environments.

The Portland Development Commission suggested the urban vacant lot in the Boise Neighborhood because of their desire and need to strengthen and redevelop that community.

After further research, it became clear that a mixed use development would best improve the site, blending residential, business incubation/retail, and cultural to improve the economy and strengthen neighborhood character.

Source: 1. www.pdc.us/our-work/urban-renewal-areas 2. www.planning.org/nationalcenters/health/mixedusedevelopment

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PROGRAM RELATIONSHIPS PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

URBAN RENEWAL Helps communities improve & redevelop areas physically deteriorated, unsafe, or poorly planned

Decreased distance live, work, play Greater Housing Density

Portland Development Commission

Albina Neighborhood Improvement Plan

MIXED U S E Blends residential, commercial, cultural, & institutional

RESIDENTIAL LIVE: Apartments, Lofts, Social Living

COMMERCIAL

CULTURAL

Condos,

WORK: Business Incubator, Offices, “Mom & Pop” Shops, Retail

PLAY: Artist Studios, Galleries

Increase neighborhood diversity & community character

Increase neighborhood economy: work & shop local

Increase neighborhood culture through art and history

Source: 3. www.nbia.org/resource_library/what_is/

4. Diagram Source: Author

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Project Overview

Live: Residential

City: Portland, Oregon District: Northeast Portland Neighborhood: Boise Site: 1 N Fremont St.. [Corner of N Fremont St./N Williams Ave] Zone: EXd [Central Employment Zone with Design Overlay] Type: Mixed Use Size: Mid-Rise [6 stories, doesn’t exceed 65’code]

[Diverse; Range of Units, Incomes, Types; Sense of Community]

Project/Program Goals

Lobby/Residential Entrance [Community “Living Room” on ground level] - Elevators to residential units - Lounge, couches, tables- gathering space for relaxing [also intermixed throughout building] - Mail Room - Small Cafe with WiFi

The main goal is to keep everything local through buying and selling of products, employing local workers, even using local materials for construction. Using local goods, products, and people will help strengthen the local economy and enhance community character.

Unit types [Variety: Studio,1 bedroom, leasable or own-able, various amenities] - Diverse unit size and levels [1 to 2 stories] - Lofts- artist studio + apartment [2 stories: apt on top with studio/workspace below] - Range of Cost [Affordable for many incomesbased on unit size, amenities-subsidized]

Laundry Facilities and Storage - Reuse of Water- water collection in a cistern [toilets, facets, washing machines, etc.]

- Bike Storage- interior and exterior bike racks Personal Balconies and green roof[s] Urban community garden and elevated green space [home grown food and community interaction] Residential Play Options - Game Room [Couches, TV, pool table, fooseball] - Workout Room [Handful of equipment- elliptical, treadmill, weights]

Diagram Source: Author

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Work: Commercial

Play: Cultural

[Business Incubator, Local Entrepreneur Retail]

[Artist Studios, Gallery: Art and History, Local]

Business Incubator [help start-up companies be successful] Information Technology - Leasable Private/Semi-Private offices/works paces/studios - Conference Rooms, Break rooms, and Storage - Companies have the option to start here and transition to Retail [on ground level]

Artist Studios [local artists can sell and display their work] - Individually leased - Some leased with above apartment

Retail [sell local goods and services- “permanent farmers market” all year long] - Variety of leasable spaces [small, medium, large] - Street Entry Access on ground level - Options: Public Teaching Kitchens, Art/Hobby Store, Consignment Store, Photography Store

Temporary Gallery [constantly changing displays of local artwork] - Neighborhood Owned/Specific Company - Locals can apply/interview to have their work displayed Permanent Gallery [History Gallery] - Neighborhood/City Owned - Teach the community about the history of Albina with interactive displays - Informal with lounge areas

Game/Workout Room Lobby/Cafe

Business Incubator [Offices]

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL Community “Living Rooms” 1,2,3 Bed Units Retail [Local Goods]

Lofts

Permanent Gallery [History of Albina]

Artist Studios

CULTURAL Transient Gallery [Local Artwork]

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Source: www.worldpropertychannel.com

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INITIAL DESIGN Schematic Parti Building Massing Material Ideas

Evaluation synthesis of the research obThis designand manual [developed for a gradutained through caseat studies, background, ate terminal project the University of Idasite analysis, and program development, has ho M. Arch Degree] represents the culminaled initial design concept on tionto ofan research for an urban infillfocusing mixed use connectivity, and solar access. developmentviews, in Portland, Oregon.

This project explores sustainable urban living, while satisfying goals outlined in Portlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2035 Adaptive Plan.

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SCHEMATIC PART

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COMMERICAL

[RETAIL]

Connectivity [Context & Community]

[GROCERY]

After careful consideration of program and site analysis, an initial schematic parti was constructed, focusing on maximizing the connection between the context and the nearby community.

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The diagram illustrates interaction predominately on the ground floor, where the majority [if not all] of the commercial and cultural aspects will be held.

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Site Grid [Diagonal]

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Park Views [Unthank Park]

Views of City, Railroad, & River

Connection to Retail/Mixed-Use

Connection to Green Space Much of Portland, including the Boise/Albina area is organized using a rectilinear grid running north to south. Typical block sizes [such as the block the site is located on] is about 415 ft. by 265 ft.

An obvious and typical solution would be to use the existing city grid to organize development on the site by creating a smaller grid system parallel to the urban grid.

Another solution for site development would be to use a smaller grid diagonal to the city grid.

This has the potential to increase connectivity to the surroundings by directing views out toward the rest of the city, railroad and river [to the SW] as well as to park views [to the NW]. It also has the potential to interact with the green space kitty-corner to the site [SE].

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Program Relationships

Employing Diagonal Grid

Ground Level

D ORIENTATION

“BIG” DIA Art Gallery

2.

151’

Connection to Retail/Mixed-Use

Semi- Private Courtyard

1.

Connection to Green Space

120’

Residential: 1. Lobby, Cafe, Lounge 2. Game Room/Exercise Room

Commercial: Local Retail

Cultural: History Gallery & Teaching Kitchens

The diagram above designed by BIG Studios, similarly illustrates the use of employing a diagonal grid for part of the building mass. Allowing the upper levels of residential units to be placed diagonally on the site, which allows for all the units to be facing more than one direction, maximizing views and solar access. It can also provide private green spaces in between each residential ‘sliver’.

Source: BIG Studios

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BUILDING MASS

Programmatic Massing

Residential

Cultural Commercial

Much of the ground level will have access to the three main programmatic elements, Residential, Cultural [Galleries], and Commercial [Retail]. The second level will mainly be used for the Business Incubator, and Residential will occupy all the floors above.

For this initial design, solar access was considered: the residential levels step back maximizing solar gain while providing green roof/terrace

Commerical Cultural

Business Incubator

Green

space. In addition, the ground level is shaded by the overhang of the level above.

The buildings were kept slender/narrow, to maximize cross ventilation and views.

With the idea of a courtyard design, wind, views, and solar access all need to be considered when deciding on building height, and courtyard size.

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MATERIAL IDEAS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

The Re-Building Center [Local Material Source]

Located only 7 blocks east of the project site, [N Mississippi Ave] the Re-Building Center is a nonprofit organization that provides resources that make home repairs affordable to everyone, with the goal of promoting the reuse of salvaged and reclaimed materials. It is a project of Our United Villages, and is a vibrant resource working to strengthen the environmental, economic, and social fabric of local communities. Founded by volunteers in 1998, The Re-Building Center carries the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest volume of used building and remodeling materials.

Source: http://rebuildingcenter.org/

The Re-Building Center includes Deconstruction Services, a sustainable alternative to conventional demolition, and ReFind Furniture, which offers a diverse line of green furniture and home accessories. They sell to community members and local developers and contractors. All these factors make the Re-Building Center a great material source for this graduate terminal project, using local, re-used, and sustainable materials to help strengthen the local economy.

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Local Sustainable Materials

1

2

3

“Just because they are called landfills, doesn’t mean we have to fill them.”

- The Re-Building Center

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Items donated and found at the Re-Building Center include: Lumber, Trim, and Siding Windows and Doors Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinets Sinks, Tubs, and Toilets Carpet, Tile, Brick, Paving, and Wood Flooring Appliance, Furnaces, Wood Stoves Lighting And Much More...

5

In addition to using locally reclaimed materials from the Re-Building Center, other sustainable material ideas will be a combination of new and used products that are indicative to the Pacific Northwest and would include: Wood [Dimension, Timber, Manufactured] Hardiplank Reveal Panel Metal [Steel and Copper] Glass Various Pops of Color

Source: 1. www.inhabit.com 2./3. www.pinterest.com 4. www.equitygreen.typepad.com 5. www.pleatfarm.com

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SCHEDULE [FALL & SPRING] SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Sub FALLHeading 2013 Ecological Cartoon & Footprint; Project Proposal; Research Agenda; Editorial, Case Studies; Project Program; Schematic Design

SPRING 2014 Desk Critiques; Small Group Discussions; Schematic Design; Preliminary Design; Mid-Term; No Change Day; Final Critique Preview; Final Presentations

Wednesday/Each Week Group A1 [Mixed-Use] and A2 [Maritime Climate] Desk Critiques/Small Group Discussion

January 29 [Wednesday] Schematic Design

February 19 [Wednesday] Preliminary Design

March 10-14 [Monday, Wednesday, Friday] Mid-Critique Presentations [10th: Hang Up Work; 12th @3:30 Presentation]

March 17-21 Spring Break

April 7- 11 [Monday, Wednesday, Friday] Final Critique Preview [7th-11th: Desk Critiques; 11th: No Change Date

April 28 [Monday] Hang Work for Final Presentations

April 30- May 2 [Wednesday, Thursday, Friday] Final Project Presentations

May 9 [Friday] Final Project Booklet Hard Copy & CD Due

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W1

Physical Model Base/Context Revise Book

W2

Physical Model Context Massing

W3

Massing and Schematic Plans, Sections, Perspectives Material Ideas/Structure

W 4-6

Massing and Schematic/ Preliminary Floor Plans Structure/ Interior Development/ Envelope

W 7-9

Site Plan, Floor Plans, Sections, Elevations, Perspectives, Details, Diagrams Structure/ Envelope/ Systems

W 14-15 W 11-13 W 10

Revisions from Critique Structure/ Envelope

W 16

Sub Heading

April 30, 2014 @ 2:30 pm Ridenbaugh Hall- West Gallery

Revisions from Critique/ Final Production Courtyard/Outdoor Development, Materials, Unit Layouts Digital Presentation/ Hang Poster(s) 10’ x 6’ Wall Space (Leave Space for Projector)

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PR O C E S S Concepts/Iterations

Midterm Critique

The initial design [done at the end of the fall semester] was a great starting point for furthering the design of the self-sufficient urban mixed use development. Similar goals of connectivity, views, solar access, and sustainability were maintained throughout the design process [done during the spring semester].

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Massing Explorations [Solids/Voids]

1. Holding the Corner

2. Corner Courtyard Access

+ Strong urban hold on the street corner + Building blocks winter wind wind, coming from the SE, from entering the courtyard - Minimal views into the courtyard - Potential for less successful retail - Potential for courtyard being under used

+ More access [visually/physically] into the courtyard - Less building footprint = less square feet and density - Broken business incubator [2nd level]

PROCESS

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Initial Init In itii Sketch The residential units [levels 3-6] are rotated to maximize views and solar exposure. Each level the unit angle alternates to provide the units with a personalized terrace space. The dynamic facades illustrate the change in program with Retail and Galleries on level 1, and the Business Incubator on level 2.

Since the Boise Neighborhood has so much character and charm, this scheme further provides the residents with a more personalized unit both inside and out.

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Initial Plans/Section

Level 1: Retail/Galleries/Residential Lobby

Level 3: Apartments/Lofts

PROCESS

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Section North- South: Diagraming Passive Systems

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MIDTERM CRITIQUE SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Presentation [March 12, 2014 @ 3:30pm]

PROCESS

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Corner of N Fremont St. & N Williams Ave.

EMILIE EDDE

PROCESS

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Physical Model [Massing]

Location: Ridenbaugh Hall West Gallery Date: March 12, 2014 Time: 3:30 pm Guest Critics: Wendy McClure, Professor of Architecture David Franco, Assistant Professor of Arch.

The presentation went really well. I first introduced the context of the project, location, history, character, brief site analysis, and program through digital images and diagraming which lead to talking about the layout of the plans, sections and structure illustrated on the boards.

Largely both Wendy and David were really impressed by how well developed the project is this far along in the semester. They thought the design was very creative and really well thought out. The next step is to push everything further,

PROCESS

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Comments/Advice

to find more opportunities to make it better. This could include more types of spacial layouts for the residents, so that not all 1-bed units are the same, which would add variety and more character to the spaces. In addition the 2 level units should potentially be more open to further capitalize on the views.

commercial programs can spill out and really activate the courtyard during all times of year. In terms of residential gathering, possibly there is more levels of outdoor spaces on the roof than what is provided. This could be shown best in an aerial view looking down showing the different layers of activity.

The public/community outdoor spaces also need more development- especially the courtyard, which should have a node or terminus, that draw people in. It is also important that nearby

There was also a suggestion to explore materiality further, to use technology and be creative.

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Source: Author

EMILIE EDDE

PORTLAND, OREGON [BOISE NEIGHBORHOOD]

FINAL DESIGN Concept Perspectives Floor Plans Sections Elevations Passive Systems Structure Final Critique Through the accumulation of research and evolution of the design process, the final graduate terminal project has been achieved. The design is a result of the work done throughout the Fall and Spring semesters of the final [second] year of the M. Arch program at the University of Idaho.

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CONCEPT SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Diagramming the Idea

Mixed Use

Traditional stacked program with ground level: commercial/retail, 2nd level: business incubator, and 3rd-6th level: residential units.

Rotation

Each unit is rotated to increase neighborhood character and provide residents a personalized unit inside and out.

Solar Orientation

The resulting volume allows for units facing in different directions, therefore maximizing solar gain where no unit is directly facing south.

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Views

The resulting volume also maximizes views of the surrounding context and the greater Portland area.

Unthank Park/ City | Neighborhood/ City | Downtown, Railroad, River & Bridges | Open Green Space

Sky Gardens

The leftover areas become sky gardens/decks further extending living spaces and views.

Green Roof

The entire roof of the building is green, improving biodiversity and rainwater management, while creating elevated community space with views of the neighborhood.

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PERSPECTIVES SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Corner of N Fremont St. & N Williams Ave [Personalized Unit on the Exterior]

Source:

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Aerial View [Layers of Outdoor Activity]

Residential Community Gathering

Residential Community Gathering

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Extensive Green Roof: Rainwater Catchment

Residential Community Gathering

Personal Residential Balcony

Business Incubator Deck

Public Courtyard: Various Seating and Activities

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South Facade: Shading Devices [Optimum Solar Gain]

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Residential Hallway [Personalized Unit Entry]

Rotation

Each unit is rotated to increase neighborhood character and provide residents a personalized unit inside and out.

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Interior Unit: 1 Bed, 1 Bath [Various Layouts and Amenities]

Views

The resulting volume also maximizes views of the surrounding context and the greater Portland area.

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FLOOR PLANS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Level 1: Commercial/Retail B.8

E.3

r Pantry 81 SF

Kitchen 295 SF

Storage 72 SF

10.5

10 9.6 Restaurant Restaurant 984 SF

9 Kitche t n Kitchen 6 SF 268

g Storage 83 SF

8.5

8 Art/Hobby Art/ r Hobby Store e 676 SF

Restaurant 585 SF

7 Office/St. 80 SF

ø 5'

Consignment Store 559 SF

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6

5 Office 100 SF

St/Office St/Off f ice 83 SF

Dress Dress Rm 63 SF

ø 5'

- 0"

ø 5'

Photography Store 530 SF

- 0"

4

Cafe f 531 SF

Storage 164 SF St. 55 SF

3

Office/St. 140 SF ø 5'

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Office/St t.

Office/St. 153 SF (3)

(2)

(4) (5)

(7) (9)

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A

B

2

(6)

Residential Lobby 756 SF

C

Commercial (Retail and Restaurant)

(8)

D

(10)

End (11)

History Gallery 762 SF

E

1

Art Gallery 1371 SF

F

G

Cultural Galleries (Art and History)

H

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Shared Residential Amenities

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Level 2: Business Incubator B.8

ø 5'

- 0"

ø 5'

E.3

- 0"

Storage 160 SF

10.5

10 9.6 Le easing Office Leasing 1246 SF

ø 5'

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9

8.5 8 Rentable Office 434 SF

Officce Rentable Office 415 SF

7

Rentable Office 389 SF

Officce R. Office F 320 SF

6

Break Room/ Lounge 534 SF

R. Office Officce 210 SF F

5

4 Conference Room 520 SF Open to Below 254 SF

3 e Storage 161 SF F

2 Open Work Stations 1197 SF

Open to Below 886 SF

1 Storage 114 SF

A

B

C

Shared Business Amenities

D

E

F

G

Business Work Spaces

H

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Shared Service Spaces

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Level 3: Residential B.8

E.3

48' - 2 13/32"

ø 5'

- 0"

Mech/Elect.

160 SF

7' - 2"

10.5

8' - 0"

10

9.6 Workout Room 219 SF

Community Living Room Ro oom 1027 SF

9

8.5 Mech/E Elect.

Mech/Elect.

119 SF SF

8

8' - 0"

7

151' - 0"

8' - 1"

6

8' - 5"

5

ø 5' ø 5'

- 0"

8' - 2"

- 0"

4

Laundry 276 SF Mech/Elect.

155 SF

3

7' - 2"

7' - 4"

9' - 0"

Mech/Elect.

98 SF

2

1

120' - 0"

A

B

Shared Service Spaces

C

D

E

F

Shared Residential Amenities

G

H

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Studio, 1 Bath (Assorted Layouts/Amenities)

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Level 4: Residential B.8

ø 5'

- 0"

ø 5'

E.3

M ech/Elect.

Mech/Elect.

160 SF

- 0"

10.5

10 9.6 9 8.5 ø 5'

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Mech/Elect.

145 SF

8

7

8' - 1"

6

5

ø 5'

- 0"

10' - 9 1/2"

4 Mech/Elect.

190 SF

ø 5'

- 0"

Laundry 326 SF

Mech/Elect.

98 SF

3

7' - 7"

9' - 0"

9' - 0"

2

1

A

B

C

1 Bed, 1 Bath (Assorted Layouts/Amenities)

D

E

F

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1Bed, 1.5 Bath Loft

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Level 5: Residential B.8

E.3

Storage 160 SF

10.5

10 Bike St. 86 SF

9.6

9 8.5 Mech/Elect.

SF 108 SF

8

8' - 0"

7 8' - 1 5/32"

6

8' - 5"

5

ø 5' ø 5'

- 0"

8' - 2"

- 0"

4 Mech/Elect.

155 SF

3

7' - 2"

7' - 4"

9' - 0"

Mech/Elect.

98 SF

2

1

A

B

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C

D

E

F

Shared Residential Amenities

G

H

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Studio, 1 Bath (Assorted Layouts/Amenities)

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Level 6: Residential B.8

E.3

10.5

10 9.6 9 8.5 Mech/Elect.

145 SF

8

7

8' - 1"

6

5

ø 5'

- 0"

10' - 9 1/2"

4 Mech/Elect.

190 SF

ø 5'

- 0"

Mech/Elect.

98 SF

3

7' - 7"

2

1

A

B

C

1 Bed, 1 Bath (Assorted Layouts/Amenities)

D

E

F

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1Bed, 1.5 Bath Loft

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SECTIONS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Section A: Through Courtyard

Layers of Activity Section A illustrates the building relationship with the courtyard. Various activities on the ground level [cafe, retail stores, art gallery, and restaurants] can spill out onto the public courtyard that can be activated throughout all times of day.

Various seating types and heights are provided to create different micro climates within the courtyard. Shading devices, trees, and a water feature provide comfort during the summer months.

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Section B: Through Building [East Corridor]

Program Relationships Section B illustrates the different program adjacencies and relationships within the building.

Ground level has higher ceiling heights at 14ft and the business incubator is taller than the residential at 11ft.

The rotated units when seen in section show how different units overlap, where almost no walls line up vertically except the vertical circulation cores.

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ELEVATIONS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

South Facade: Winter

Roof 65' - 0" Level 6 55' - 0" Level 5 45' - 0" Level 4 35' - 0" Level 3 25' - 0" Level 2 14' - 0"

Solar Orientation The resulting volume allows for units facing in different directions, therefore maximizing solar gain where no unit is directly facing south.

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South Facade: Summer

Roof 65' - 0" Level 6 55' - 0" Level 5 45' - 0" Level 4 35' - 0" Level 3 25' - 0" Level 2 14' - 0"

Maximizing Solar Heat Gain/Shading Portland has significantly more heating degree days than cooling days, which is why it is important to maximize direct solar gain. Using the sun as a passive heating strategy will greatly reduce active energy needed to heat the building.

During the winter [when heating is most important] the lower angle of the sun allows for full solar access into the building, while during the summer [when heating isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t desired] shading devices block most of the direct solar rays.

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East Facade

Shading for Optimum Comfort It is just a crucial to shade the East and West Facades as it is the South. Similar shading devices are used on the East and South facades [exterior fixed awnings on all bedroom windows and egg grates between decks to shade the floors below].

The West Facade employes slightly different shading devices [moveable wood louvers on an exterior track] controlled by the occupant for optimum comfort.

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West Facade

Residential Summary Level 1: Lobby, Bike Storage, Cafe Level 2: Leasing Office Level 3: Community, Workout Room, Laundry, Units [1- Studio, 7-1 Bed, 1-1 Bed Loft] Level 4: Laundry, Units [2- Studio, 9- 1 Bed] Level 5: Outdoor Community, Laundry, Units [1Studio, 7- 1 Bed, 1- 1 Bed Loft] Level 6: Outdoor Gathering, Laundry, Units [2Studio, 4-1 Bed]

Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Level 4: Level 5: Level 6:

[UNITS]

9 11 8 6

[AREA] 10,630 SF 10,530 SF 11,375 SF 11,460 SF 9,080 SF 7,675 SF

Total:

34

60,750 SF

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PASSIVE SYSTEMS SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Double Skin Facade: Business Incubator

Residential

Business Incubator

Commercial

Summer Ventilation

Winter Ventilation

All the residential units have operable windows as does the business incubator to help passively ventilate and cool the building, minimizing the need for active systems.

Both shading and window openings are controlled mechanically with user overrides to maximize human comfort within the office environment.

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Mechanical Diagram

There are Mechanical/Electrical Rooms [located near the vertical circulation core] on every level of the mixed-use development that supply the building with heating and cooling when passive systems arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough.

Mechanical/Electrical Rooms supply hot water and radiant heat to 3-4 units

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STRUCTURE SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Wood Post and Beam Structure 14 '-

' 14

" /32 23 -9

11 "

11

'16

'-

01 /4"

2" 5/3 02

13 '-

10

1/4 "

Glulam Columns 8" x 8"

Glulam Beams 2.5" x 12"

TJI Floor Joist 11 7/8" @ 16" o.c

Exterior/Party Walls - Double Stud 2”x4” @ 16” o. c

Interior Walls - WLF 2”x4” @ 16” o. c

Floor System Finish Floor Gyp-Crete 4” with Radiant Heating Plywood TJI Glulam Beam Gyp board

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Modular Plaid Structural Grid B.8

E.3

8' - 11 3/16"

10.5

9.6

10

12' - 2 1/16"

9 8.5

16' - 5 3/4"

8

15' - 10"

7

12' - 5 3/16"

6

13' - 1 13/16"

5

14' - 11"

4

11' - 1"

3

13' - 9 1/2"

2

1

18' - 9 5/8"

A

Level 3 Level 4

13' - 4"

B

16' - 0 25/32"

C

14' - 9 23/32"

D

16' - 1 11/16"

E

F

4' - 11 13/16"

G

10' - 4"

20' - 3"

H

J

Intersection of both levels *Shear Walls around service cores Structural Plaid Wood Column where grid lines cross *Most structure is hidden within the walls

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FINAL CRITIQUE SELF-SUFFICIENT, SUSTAINABLE URBAN LIVING

Physical Model [3D Printed]

Location: Ridenbaugh Hall West Gallery Date: April 30, 2014 Time: 2:30 pm Guest Critics: Miranda Anderson, Assistant Professor of I.D. Rob Church, Visiting Professor of Architecture Anne Marshall, Professor of Architecture Nels Reese, former Professor of Architecture Pam Overholtzer, Architect

The presentation went really well. I first introduced the context of the project, location, history, character, brief site analysis, and program through digital images. I then discussed the main concepts through diagramming, intermittently showing how the concepts manifested within the layout of the plans, elevations, and perspectives and ended with the structure and a summary of the program and square footages.

Overall, the project was really well received.

The critics thought the presentation went really

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Comments/Advice

well and that it was very thought out and well developed. By and large all the critics thought the housing units on the upper levels were very playful and fit well into the neighborhood as described. One suggestion was that some of the playfulness could also happen on the ground floor, perhaps at a different scale than what is above. The retail spaces could then have more of a dialogue with the residential to further engage the street level.

The ground level commercial will be a driving

force to fund the building, therefore on the corner instead of having an art gallery, perhaps that becomes a coffee shop or brewery or pub to really activate the corner and draw more people into the building and the courtyard.

Another suggestion was to include rentable units as community guest rooms potentially on each level, since all the units are either studios or 1 bedrooms, to help accommodate for visitors.

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I am really happy with the end result of the terminal project. I had a lot of ambitions going into this project that were never realized, but there was a limited amount of time and only so much could have been done. I think my concept for the mixed use building was really strong and provided a solid argument for the basis of the design.

Similar to other peoples comments, I think the project as a whole was really well developed and well executed.

I think the presentation as a whole went really well. I was happy with how many guest critics signed up to critique my design. I think I presented the materials well, making sure to touch on the major points crucial in shaping the design, such as location, history of the area, the character of the neighborhood, and site analysis. Through the use of diagrams illustrating the main concept, I think it was clear and easy to follow how the final design came to be.

What I Would do Differently

The ending of the presentation could have been a lot stronger, finishing with more of a summary, which would have gave it a more obvious conclusion.

Ideally, if there was more time, I would have liked to evaluate the performance and design of the project based upon the Living Building Challenge as well as using the LEED Checklist.

I also would have preferred to take this project proposal to the city and present it to the people living there to get their feedback on this type of development.

As a whole, everyone really liked my project, which is always nice to hear, and I think the feedback that was given was spot on and definitely worth exploring.

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Special Thanks I would like to thank everyone who has supported me throughout the duration of this project as well as throughout my academic career. I am grateful for all your help and friendship.

To my husband [Matthew Edde] who hardly ever saw me and picked up my slack around the house over the last few months while I diligently worked in studio.

To my classmates and friends [Joe Anderson, Kelsey Stenersen, Dan Flesher, KC Tillerson and others] who put up with all my questions and critiques.

To my professor [Bruce Haglund] who guided and advised me throughout the process of the terminal project.

To other UI architecture professors [Wendy McClure] for being great mentors and educators.

To my mother [Chris Treick] for always supporting me and helping in any way that she could.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at the University of Idaho and am excited to take everything I learned and start my career.

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Image Sources “The City of Portland, Oregon.” Planning and Sustainability RSS. 1 Dec. 2013. <http:// www.portlandonline.com/bps>. Web.

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