Architectural Portfolio

ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

ENZO R. MONTECINOS

“Studio is about working in an environment, 24 hours a day, working on diagrams, sketching, working on computer programs and models. Our studio culture has created a strong bond between peers, where we have become connected through architecture.”

- Enzo Montecinos

Baltimore Pennsylvania Station Watercolor

Project Description

This project re-imagines a vacant waterfront site in Queens, New York as a vibrant and vanguard model of healthy, biophilic living for the future of the city. Embracing new structural and ecological possibilities of wood construction.

Residents and visitors have an engaging and adventurous waterfront experience by using a walkway that extends the public realm into the water, breathing new life into an area historically reserved for industrial purposes. The placement of the volumes create visibility within the city while reducing the amount of noise from the Queensboro Bridge. Visual connections between the street and volume are enabled through the 4-story atrium which serve as a catalyst for the community.

Phase 1

Phase 2

Phase 3

Project partner|Andrew Walker

CLT wall panel screwed through decking into blocking

CLT wall panel screwed through decking into blocking

MC COFFEE SHOP

Project Description

The MC coffee shop is located in the center of Montgomery College’s Rockville Campus. The focus of this project is to develop connectivity and define circulation on the campus. The proposed area is located between two active buildings and a parking lot, which serves as a main drop off location. The pedestrian traffic surrounding the site is active at all times of the day. There is currently a coffee shop on the campus but it is screened off from the public, creating a disconnection.

RELATIONSHIP TO MAIN AXIS

CAMPUS CONNECTIVITY

VIEWS

MODEL SCALE: 1/8 = 1’-0”

INTERLOCK

MODERN VILLAGE

ROTATION

DIVISION

INITIAL UNIT

ADDITION

INTEGRATION

Project Description

The focus of this project was to explore innovative solutions for low-density urban housing. Creating a hybrid of the two common urban housing types; the row house and the low-rise apartment. These include but are not limited to the duplex, row house, courtyard house and condominium. The proposed design solution for the site, aggregated the singular units to fit the unique lot shape creating a village effect within the courtyard.

FIRST LEVEL

SECOND LEVEL

MODEL SCALE: 1/16 = 1’-0”

January 21

Project Description

“Saltbox” is a multi-functional education and meeting center that supports the mission of the Department of Natural Resources; to promote the use of science to address priority coastal management issues. “The Saltbox” is a living classroom and laboratory for reserve staff, visiting scientist, educators, and students and for the public to explore, learn, conduct research, and volunteer.

March 21, September 21

Monie Bay is a large and relatively undisturbed region which provides excellent habitat for wildlife and numerous opportunities for extensive wetland research. Aesthetically the building consists of two identical saltbox roofs which form a courtyard, and then are slightly displaced from one another. Both forms are strategically placed on the site due to the existing critical conditions and to take advantage of the orientation of the sun.

December 21

Project partner|Dan Lorenzana

GRADE

1. Photovoltaic panels attached to batten seam metal roof system. 2” x 4” 20” O.C.

1. PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS ATTACHED TO BATTEN SEAM METAL ROOF SYSTEM. 2" X 4" 20" O.C.

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2. 1 IN. X 8 IN. X 8 FT. BARN

WOOD SHIPLAP PINE BOARD.

2. 1” x 8” x 8’-0” barn wood shiplap pine board.

3. 2” X 8” TIMBER CHORD.

3. 2” x 8” timber chord.

4. 7" GUTTER SECURED TO FASCIA WITH BAR HANGERS.

FASCIA NAILED TO 2" X 8"

PURLINS WITH SIPS PANEL SYSTEM. 2" X 12" DUAL PITCH ROOF TRUSS.

4. 5” gutter secured to fascia with bar hangers. Fascia nailed to 2” x 8” purlins with sips panel system. 2” x 12” dual pitch roof truss.

5. DOUBLE PANE IN-SWING CASEMENT WINDOW WITH OPERABLE SASHES. (2) 2” X 8” SILL. STANDARD WIRE CHASE.

5. Double pan in-swing casement window with operable sashes. (2) 2” x 8” sill. Standard wire chase.

6. 2” X 8” DOUBLE TOP PLATE. SOLAR SLIDING SHADING PANEL.

6. 2” x 8” double top plate. Solar sliding shading panel.

7. Finished hardwood flooring on 14” i-joist truss.

7. FINISH HARDWOOD FLOORING ON 14” I-JOIST TRUSS.

8. Wood piling with steel connection. Steel tension cable for bracing.

TENSION CABLE FOR BRACING. 1

8. WOOD PILING WITH STEEL CONNECTION. STEEL

WEST ELEVATION

EAST ELEVATION

MT. ROYAL RENEWAL

Project Description

Mt. Royal Mansion is in the historic neighborhood of Reservoir Hill in Baltimore. This project involves an existing building from the 18th century, which contains unique organization and multiple functions. Currently, it is used for the Reservoir Hill Improvement Council.

Design Improvements

The proposed addition to the existing historic structure introduces new programs to the site; in return attracts the residents and community members. The design allows for defined circulation through the building and site. The new form is placed on the site in a way it does not overshadow the existing historic buildings. A new courtyard is created due to the juxtaposition of the visual arts center and the existing structure.

NEW MASS AND EXISTING PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION

PEDESTRIAN

AXIS INTERIOR CIRCULATION FRAMING THE VIEW

EXISTING PROPOSED

PROPOSED STRUCTURE

[STAY]DIUM

SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES UNIT COUNT

Brazil’s love for soccer, their beautiful stadiums and the nation’s famous hospitality made the 2014 World Cup unforgettable for every tourist that visited. However, five years later the Brazilian taxpayers are not even close to paying off the most expensive tournament in Brazilian history. From the twelve stadiums constructed, all but four are unused, fraught with corruption allegations or serious structural problems. The stadiums have been abandoned due to loss of interest and high cost of construction and maintenance.

This thesis project focuses on an abadonded stadium and re-purpose the structure with a mixed-use program, using sustainable strategies to bring forth a positive impact on the community.

ARENA DA AMAZÔNIA ESTÁDIO NACIONAL MANÉ GARRINCHA

ARENA DAS DUNAS ARENA PANTANAL