Portfolio - Gil Humphreys - 2016

GILBERT HUMPHREYS I

Academic

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Professional

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Personal

GILBERT HUMPHREYS

Contents

Academic The Construction House

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Facade Studies

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Assisted | Independent Living

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Link Tower

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Rail Trail Pavilion

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Professional Jax Liquor

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Hill Lofts - Parking Deck

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Mayfly Coffee

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Personal Creative

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Photography

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Résumé

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Academic

THE CONSTRUCTION HOUSE I N N O VAT I O N D I S T R I C T BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA ESTD

intent

space

2016

Vo c a t i o n a l S c h o o l t h a t e s t a b l i s h e s d i a l o g u e b e t w e e n disciplines, the building process, and the public

C o l l e c t i o n o f ‘ c o n s t r u c t i o n h o u s e s’ o r i e n t e d a l o n g a circulation spine and punctuated by staging space

THE CONSTRUCTION HOUSE BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA

C U LT U R A L LY A N D P R AC T I C A L LY,

PUBLIC

there has been a neglect and negative

To invigorate the trades, staging areas are

connotation surrounding today’s blue collar

open to the public. Group activities are

worker. With the progress of technology, the

allowed to spill onto and occupy public areas.

mystery and interest of the building process

The ground floor is transparent, providing

has been lost. As a result, a decline in

a visual feedback between pedestrian and

craftsmanship and appreciation of the trades

student.

has occurred. However, the need for these qualities has not been lost; only forgotten.

DISCIPLINES Each discipline (Metal, Wood, Masonry, Material, Historic Preservation) is housed in a

The Construction House Elevates the Builder and the Building Process by: 1.

2.

3.

Establishing an overlap between the trades Establishing an overlap in the teaching, designing, and building components of the construction process Creating a dialogue with the public through interaction on the street-scape

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Construction House

‘Construction House.’ Each House provides a dedicated area to teach, study, and make.

PROCESS Disciplines overlap in their individual processes. Material specific functions are internalized, while aspects of fabrication, building, design are overlapped. This allows for cross-pollination of trades and movement.

Perspective : Greenway

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Construction House

Urban Corner : 3rd Ave N

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Staging Existing

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Construction House

Axonometric

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T.O. LIGHTBOX 18’-0”

NEW INTO EXISTING

SECOND FLOOR 18’-0”

CIRCULATION SPINE | WORKSHOPS

FIRST FLOOR 0’-0”

T.O. WORKSHOP 36’-0”

HOUSE SEPERATION | PUBLIC VIEWS

T.O. EXIST WALL 18’-0” B.O. COURTYARD -2’-4”

LIGHTBOX

Exploded Axonometric

Process Diagrams

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Construction House

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Material Library

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Modeling [Hand, 3D]

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Drafting [Hand, 3D]

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Library [Formal Critique}

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Catwalk

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Gallery

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Gantry [Below]

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Critique

S1

Material Studies - Study

S2

Wood - Study

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Storage | Delivery

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Staging [Public]

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Entry Foyer [Public]

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Staging [Private]

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Staging [Private]

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Lecture

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Informal Meeting

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Gantry Crane

W1

Material Studies - Workshop

S1

Informal Meeting

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S2

S4

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W2

Wood - Workshop

W3

Metal - Workshop

S3

Metal - Study

W4

Historic Preservation - Workshop

S4

Historic Preservation - Study

W5

Masonry - Workshop

S5

Masonry - Study

S3

S5

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Ground Floor Plan

Second Floor Plan

[Opposite : Left]

[Above]

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Elevation : Greenway Section : 3rd Ave to 2nd Ave

Wo r k s h o p ( Ty p i c a l )

S t a g i n g Ya r d ( T y p i c a l )

Design is not making beauty, beauty emerges from selection, affinities, integration, and love.

- Louis Kahn

FA C A D E S T U D I E S DOWNTOWN BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA ESTD

2015

Studies that insert contemporary materials in

intent

classic proportions and enhance pedestrian interaction

space

A . S ex t o n - Re t a i l | O f f i c e | Re s i d e n t i a l B . Ro l y P o l y - S a n d w i c h S h o p

20’ 18’ 16’ 14’ 12’ 10’ 8’ 6’

Eye Level 5’8”

4’ 2’

Object

Chair

Table

Bicycle

Bench

Dog

Child

Type

Bauhaus

Cafe

Schwinn, ‘78

Park

Terrier

4-6 yr

Woman

Man

Avg, USA Avg, USA

Urban Scale Reference

Window Sill

Door

Street Light

Hand Rail

Street Tree

Center Bar

Six-Panel

New Orleans

ADA

Ginkgo

Recessed Entry Stair Operable Louvers Repointed Historic Facade Re-Introduction of Historic Transoms Load Bearing I-Beam Rusted Steel Canopy Head-Height Reveal Reclaimed Wood Wall Waist-Height Cor-Ten Planter

1721

Retail | Office | Residence 1719 - 1721 3rd Ave N | Birmingham, AL

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Facade Studies

Sexton Facade

Repointed Historical Facade Restored Transom Beam Steel Sconce Down-Lighting Concrete Entry Casement Aluminum Louvers Salavaged Wood Wall Head Height Reveal Concrete Planter [Board Form]

Small Delicatessan 313 20th St N | Birmingham, AL

Roly Poly Facade Sexton Facade

Roly Poly Facade

Urban StUdio Gil HUmpHreyS

ASSISTED AND INDEPENDENT LIVING BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA ESTD

2014

Assisted and independent living facility that

intent

facilitates community interaction and civic engagement

space

Elderly care facility that engages street corner with a daring cantilever and elevated community center

FINALIST –

ALAGASCO COMPETITION

ASSISTED | INDEPENDENT LIVING BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA RESIDENTIAL MIXED-USE Retail and public gathering spaces are ingrained with the buildings program. A dialogue is established between the free, ever-changing expression of the public space, and the formal, structured program of the living facility.

SOCIAL INTERACTION Informal meetings between residents and pedestrians are facilitated by the open, free flowing layout. Constant interactions provide a much needed stimulus for the aging residents.

PERMEABILITY

A large, transparent public event space extends over the site’s main corner, providing daily insight and views out to the surrounding downtown area. Lifted by an exterior structure, the ground floor is transparent throughout.

Perforated panels provide a transition towards a more private living area.

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A/I Living

Elevation : Perforated Curtain Wall Perspective : 4th Avenue South

It is perhaps when our lives are at their most problematic that we are likely to be most receptive to beautiful things.

- Alain de Botton

18th Street (Downtown Connection)

N

4th Ave South

RETAIL MED. DIST. ENTRANCE SITE MEDICAL DISTRICT

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A/I Living

[Above] Vicinity Plan

[Opposite] Programmatic Diagram

LIVING • •

ASSISTED INDEPENDENT

PUBLIC • • •

G AT H E R SUPPORT R E TA I L

SERVICE

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C O M M U N I T Y S PA C E

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Public Corner

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Admin

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Flex Room

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Lobby

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Ind. Living Units

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Gym | Rec

2

Lobby

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Retail

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Dining | Group

8

Kitchen | Service

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Trellis Garden

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Retail

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A/I Living

Ground Floor Plan

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Retail

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Community Flex

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Assist. Living Units

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Group Balcony

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Ind. Living Units

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Bridge

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Cermonial Stair

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Group Balcony

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Ind. Living Units

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Group Balcony

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Ind. Living Units

3 r d F l o o r P l a n ( Ty p i c a l 2 - 5 )

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Group Balcony

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A/I Living

Elevation : 4th Avenue South Section : 18th Street to 17th Street

Expressive public spaces at the front of the building transition to private and support areas toward the back.

Urban Corner : 18th Street

Roof

Typ. Unit Sub Floor

Store Front

Footing

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A/I Living

Detail : Unit Cut-Away

ROOF LE

VEL

68’ 0”

LEVEL 4

52’ 0”

LEVEL 3

40’ 0”

LEVEL 2

28’ 0”

LEVEL 1

16’ 0”

GROUND

LEVEL

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Detail : Building Cut-Away

LINK TOWER COLUMBUS, GEORGIA ESTD

2013

M i xe d - U s e Re s i d e n t i a l t o w e r d e s i g n e d t o p r o v i d e

intent

a l i n k f r o m d o w n t o w n t o t h e C h a t t a h o o c h e e R i v e r, while facilitating community interaction

space

Re c r e a t i o n c e n t e r | C a f e | Re s i d e n t i a l l i n ke d w i t h e i g h t - s t o r y t o w e r

FIRST –

AMI CONCRETE COMPETITION

LINK TOWER COLUMBUS, GEORGIA

REC CENTER | KAYAK SHOP | HOSTEL Programmatically,

Link

Tower

captures

Columbus’s growing outdoor recreation scene.

The Tower provides for retail and temporal residence, while putting recreation on display for the city.

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT The Tower extends pedestrian life off of Columbus’s main street, Broadway Ave. A public bridge connects and invites engagement while simultaneously providing space for a market beneath. Formal elements express and celebrate the activity contained within.

LY N C H P I N A key site between urban life and the city’s greatest asset, the Chattahoochee river, the Tower provides a landmark linchpin that connects the two assets.

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L i n k To w e r

Beauty is the harmony of function and form.

-Alvar Aalto

VIEWS | ARTICULATION

ACCESS | APPROACH

NATURAL FEATURES

[Left] Site Relationships

Site Plan

P R I VAT E

HOSTEL

PUBLIC

C I R C U L AT I O N

HOSTEL

HOSTEL

GYM

FLEX

B R OA DWAY E X T E N S I O N

CAFE

M A R K E T | D I S P L AY

Programmatic Diagram

K AYA K S H O P

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L i n k To w e r

Ground Floor Plan

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Market | Show Space

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Kayak Shop

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Stair [Ceremonial]

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Stair | Climbing Wall

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Climbing Wall Access

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Gathering

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Cafe | Bar

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Public Gathering [Broadway Extension]

3

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Classroom

5

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Gymnasium

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Hostel

2

6

10

12 Support

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12 Third [Left]

Second Floor Plan

[ R i g h t : To p t o B o t t o m ]

Floor Plan

Fourth Floor Plan Fifth

Floor Plan

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L i n k To w e r

Elevation : 12th St

Elevation : Broadway

Section : North - South

Section : Broadway - 12th St

R A I L T R A I L PAV I L I O N JACKSONVILLE, ALABAMA ESTD

2014

Educational pavilion and gallery located along the

intent

C h i e f L a d i g a Tr a i l . I n s p i r e d b y t r a d i t i o n a l Creek Indian building techniques

space

Concrete Gallery | Pavilion and Event Space | F l ex i b l e S c h o o l - H o u s e | H e a r t h

TO ATLANTA

R A I L T R A I L PA V I L I O N JACKSONVILLE, ALABAMA

C ULTURA L C EN TE R | D E STIN ATION

JACKONSVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY

A key midpoint between JSU and JSH, the Pavilion provides a flexible learning center and event space. Major themes are represented

CHIEF LADIGA TRAIL

in the structure, providing students and passers-by an opportunity to learn.

SITE

NATIVE CONTEXT Historical context drives the Rail Trail Pavilion.

Influences from regional Native peoples, the

JACKSONVILLE HIGHSCHOOL

Creek Indians, are dissected, rearranged and expressed to pay homage to the land’s original owners.

PHASI N G Through materiality and layout the building is designed to be accomplished in phases.

1. Gallery

• Concrete

2. Pavilion

• Wood

3. School House

• Concrete + Wood

TO ANNISTON

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Ra i l Tr a i l Pa v i l i o n

Vicinity Plan

Pare down to the essence, but don’t remove the poetry.

- Leonard Koren

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Creek Indian Building Techniques Are Celebrated: Turning a design once meant to be introverted into an extroverted structure

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Ra i l Tr a i l Pa v i l i o n

Programmatic Diagram

Ground Floor Plan

1. Gallery 2. Event

3

3. Spectate 4. School-House 5. Hearth || Gather

2 4

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5

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Ra i l Tr a i l Pa v i l i o n

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Elevation : North E l e v a t i o n : L a d i g a Tr a i l

1

2

3

Section : East-West Sight | Enclosure Section : North-South

Professional

J A X PA C K A G E S T O R E C H AT TA NO O G A , T E N N E S S E E CO M P L E T E D

2015

Enhance urban fabric by providing strong architectural-

intent

e l e m e n t o n b u s y s t r e e t c o r n e r. Re s p o n d t o s u r r o u n d i n g a r c h i t e c t u r e t h r o u g h c o l o r, p r o p o r t i o n a n d m a t e r i a l i t y

space

L i q u o r a n d B e e r Pa c k a g e S t o r e | Second Story Offices

PV DESIGN, INC

Recessed Corner with Running Steel Band

Operable Louvers

‘Display’ Wall

Canopy with Reclaimed Wood Detailing

Concrete Footing

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Jax Liquor

Urban Condition

CORNER OF MARKET & 3RD STREET CHATTANOOGA, TN 37402

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Jax Liquor

Site Plan

SCHEMATIC DESIGN PV DESIGN, INC. 1141 JAMES BLVD SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, TN 37377 423.886.9992

6/26/2014 10:17:27 AM

JAX'S MIXED USE OFFICE BUILDING

Urban Corner

Concrete Footing Detail

H I L L L O F T S O F F L A G S TA F F PA R K I N G D E C K F L AG S TA F F , A R I Z ONA B E G A N CO N S T R U C T I O N 2 0 1 6

Provide

intent

p r ox i m i t y

parking of

Hill

residents, Lo f t s .

while

mediating

Incorporate

close

screen-mesh

sunshade that responds to natural features of area.

space

F i v e - S t o r y Pa r k i n g D e c k enclosed by student housing structures

N E Q U E T T E A RC H I T E C T S

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Parking Deck

[Left]

Key Plan with IBC 503 Code

[Right]

Life Safety Plan

F l o o r P l a n ( Ty p i c a l 1 - 5 )

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Parking Deck

Elevation : East

Code Study : IBC - 406.5.2

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Parking Deck

Section Details : Exit Stairs

Plan Details : Exit Stairs

Section Details : Curtain Wall

M AY F LY C O F F E E H O U S E C H AT TA NO O G A , T E N N E S S E E CO M P L E T E D 2 0 1 5

Re n o v a t e d e r e l i c t r e s i d e n c e i n t o h e a d q u a r t e r s

intent

for Mayfly Coffee. Provide ample seating and community space while maintaining integrity of surrounding neighborhood.

space

T h r e e - S t o r y M i xe d - U s e o f f i c e a n d r e t a i l s p a c e w i t h ex t e r i o r s e a t i n g

PV DESIGN, INC

5 5

6

C

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1'-0"

EXISTING WALL

3 5/8"

2ND FLOOR 8' - 0"

ASPHALT SHINGLE (5 1/2" EXPOSURE) 1/2" WOOD SHEATHING 2x2 NOMINAL SLATS

3RD FLOOR 16' - 10" 1' - 9 1/2"

2"X10"LEDGER (TO BE FLUSH AGAINST EXISTING WALL)

2"X10" JOIST

B.O. Header 15' - 6"

11' - 9 1/2"

2"X4"

STRONGTIE LUS210 HANGER

2x8 RAFTER STRONGTIE LUS28 HANGER 2X10 LEDGER BOARD (FLUSH AGAINST WALL)

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Roof Connection 6 at Existing Structure

Joist Connection at Existing Structure

Upper Parking 5' - 2 15/16"

2ND FLOOR 8' - 0" ---

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2ND FLOOR 8' - 0"

9' - 7 1/2"

6"X6" NOMINAL POST

SIMPSON CB66PC 7GA COLUMN BASE

Upper Parking 5' - 2 15/16"

1' - 2"

2x10 JOIST

16" DIA. SONOTUBE

1ST FLOOR 0' - 0" 4X16 HEAVY TIMBER DOUGLAS FIR BEAM

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1' - 0"

STRONGTIE LUS210 HANGER

6' - 8"

1ST FLOOR 0' - 0"

6X6 COLUMN

3' - 0" STRONGTIE HUCQ412

Column to Girder Connection

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Mayfly Coffee

Details : Porch

Column Footing

Elevation : Mississippi Avenue

Perspective : Mississippi Avenue

Ground Floor Plan

Personal

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Personal - Creative

Beacon

Te m p l e t o n

Unassuming and stoic, the post stands its ground uninterrupted for decades. It has collected years of abuse from gravity and weather, only revealed through staining and a small chip or two in its face. A remnant of a once bustling neighborhood center, the post now only sees the activity of a sporadic groundskeeper. It presents itself strong as the day it was cast and formed, probably covered more than a few times by overgrown weeds and vegetation. Still, it performs its service; continually supporting two thin metal railings.

Radiating the summer heat, the slender metal railings have seen their own degradation.

Protruding from the hip-level column, the rails hover over the grass below. Corroded and flaky, the railings echo the same neglect that the adjacent community has seen.

The once glossy sheen is now muddled, catching flickering shade from the surrounding foliage. Bridging the small gap, the metal rails lie purposefully, providing a sturdy handgrab for passers-by.

Beyond the authority of the intentional structures, an unplanned tree marks the change between pavement and grass. The overhanging branches cast randomized patterns of shade over the ground and crawl up the post and railings. The tree juxtaposes the stringent, rigid character of the fence. Low swooping branches are formed by slow natural processes, opposing the mechanical and orderly manufacture of the fence.

Smaller extensions from these branches sway in the wind, constantly reacting to and interpreting the natural elements that exist on the site.

All of these elements; the post, the railings, and the tree, are individually arranged and encompass their own character. They tell separate stories and histories. Closer examination reveal more detailed findings about their immediate surroundings.

However, these components compose themselves into a larger element that begins to delineate space; creating thresholds and demarcations. The short post subtly marks the spot a small land bridge crosses a storm sewer. It provides a visual beginning and end to the bridge. Together with the rails, a fence is created. The fence reveals the length of the bridge underneath, and further, it creates a threshold between gravel and grass. The permeable threshold provides a sense of security through its presence. Beyond that threshold, the small tree acts as a mark for the transition between gravel and pavement.

The tree extends the fence’s influence and provides a backing. The placement of the tree creates a cohesive boundary for the bridge, the fence, and the space between.

Coffee and Cigarettes

The Post

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Personal - Photography

(Left) Chicago

Seattle

The Market Kahn Facade

Encyclopedia of Southern Culture

RĂŠsumĂŠ 2016 spring

Nequette Architects

Intern Architect

Birmingham, AL

- Completed full CD set for Hill Lofts of Flagstaff Parking Deck

Student Housing Custom Residential

- Performed CA for a variety of Residential homes and housing developments - Coordinated color schemes for student housing developments of F.C., B.R, and C.S

2015 summer

ZGF Architects

Intern Architect

Seattle, WA

- Completed Swedish Ballard Behavioral Health through CD phase, coordinated details and realized design narrative - One of two team members responsible for finalizing CA submittal for Evergreen State College

Healthcare Education

- Assisted in competition, spec, and detailing phases of various projects

2014

Professional

summer

PVDesign, Inc

Chattanooga, TN

Intern Architect

- Responsible for completion of all phases of 412 Mississippi Ave - Performed schematic design, facilitated client meetings for Jax Liquor - Performed site survey, coordinated client meetings, schematic design, renderings and final construction documents for a variety of projects

2013 summer

River Street Architecture

Intern Architect

Chattanooga, TN

- Responsible for field study, client coordination, and final schematic design documents for Law Office of SWT&K. - Created graphics, developed conceptual designs and construction documents for various projects.

2011 summer

Humphreys & Associates

Construction Laborer

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e:

gilbertmontwill@gmail.com

c : 423.508.4160

Office Hospitality

Chattanooga, TN

- Assisted in construction of five story-wood framed hotels - Worked as a team member to complete various tasks including framing, cleaning and demolition

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Hospitality Healthcare

Humphreys

Education

Auburn, AL

Auburn University

2016

School of Architecture, B. ARCH

2016

Urban Studio

2012

Summer Option

Awards 2014

Finalist

2013

2016

Architects Without Borders Seattle, WA

ALAGASCO Competition

First Place

AMI Concrete Competition

Volunteer 2015-16

ACE Mentor Birmingham, AL

Architecture

Skills

Reference

Revit

Design 4/5

Photoshop

AutoCAD

4.5/5

Illustrator

Sketchup

4.5/5

InDesign

Extra

Productivity 4/5 4.5/5 5/5

Nequette Architects

Louis Nequette, Owner

ZGF Architects, LLP

Chris Griffes, Associate Partner

PV Design, Inc

Craig Peavy, Owner

M. Office

4/5

Drawing

BlueBeam

4/5

Drafting

NewForma

2.5/5

Modeling

louis@Nequette.com

205.329.7001

nequette.com

chris.griffes@zgf.com

206.623.9414

zgf.com

craig@pvdesign.co

423.708.8736

pvdesign.co

THANK YOU.

GILBERT HUMPHREYS