Heather Martin, 4th year architecture student
Portfolio architecture + design selected works: 2010-2014
Contact
Heather Martin martin5630@mail.philau.edu Leola, PA (717) 381-7170 06.18.1992 OBJECTIVE: Seeking a full-time position Educational Background
2005-2010
Conestoga Valley High School
2010-2015
Philadelphia University + Bachelors of Architecture
Spring 2014
University of Arkansas Rome Center + Study abroad
Work Experience
Summer 2013
Archer and Buchanan: Architecture Intern
Fall 2013
Fishtank: Architecture Intern
May 2014Present
Meyer: Architecture Intern
Awards/ Scholarships
Dean’s List Fall’10, Spring’11, Fall’11, Spring’12, Fall’12, Spring’13, Fall’13, Spring’14, Fall’14 Competitions
Spring 2013
Participation in the New York City: Rebuild the Pay phone Competition
Spring 2013
First Place Winner for the ACSA Steel Bridge Competition
Spring 2015
Participation in the 114th John Stewardson Memorial Architecture Competition- 2015
Activities/ Workshops
Spring 2014
GA LEED Certification
Skills
AutoCad/ Revit/ 3ds Max/ Rhino/ SketchUp/ Adobe Photoshop/ Adobe InDesign/ Adobe Illustrator/ Microsoft Word/ Microsoft Excel/ Microsoft Power Point/ Hand Drafting and Modeling/ Laser Cutting Other
Minor in Photography Minor in Business Assistant Coach for Girls Varsity Volleyball Team Member of Big Brothers Big Sisters Member of AIAS Member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society Member of College Level Ace Mentor Program
Introduction This portfolio is created to demonstrate my work under the Architectural Design Studio and some miscellaneous project works throughout the past few years of being an architecture student. Apart from the Architectural Design Studio, there are some minor projects from my study abroad program and also Photography. The portfolio is divided into 7 major sections based on each project chronologically. Throughout the portfolio, the analysis diagrams, drawings and models will clarify the idea and working process.
Contents
01 STREAM_LINE 02 RE_CYCLE 03 BASTROP COUNTY RETREAT 04 LIMBE FACILITY 05 PEAK 06 MODELS AND SKETCHES 07 PHOTOGRAPHY
The Project Create a longitudinal connection between North and South of Vine Street by reusing the Reading Viaduct and designing a pedestrian extension that travels above 676. THIS PROJECT WAS SUBMITTED IN THE ACSA STEEL BRIDGE COMPETITION AND RECEIVED
FIRST PLACE.
Heather Martin, Undergraduate Portfolio
Stream_line
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architecture + design selected work: Spring 2013- Design
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Thesis: Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, attached to the remaining tracks of the Reading Viaduct, the new pedestrian bridge embraces its role as a recognition as a repository of knowledge of existing trains. Stream_line proposes a transparent, flowing passage without sacrificing the sites rich past and urban landscape through refining interactions between history, transportation, and city-scape, the bridge stands as an iconic connection of North and South Philadelphia. With a transparent facade, Stream_line advertises its purpose by allowing quick glimpses into the space when traveling below on interstate 676, a highway constructed in the 1960s that divides Philadelphia from north to south. A realignment is needed when touching down on the south side of the interstate, due to the existing truck loading ramp for the Convention Center. Currently plans are underway to design a usable bridge, such as the High Line. The remaining tracks head Northwest to Reading, Pennsylvania and Northeast to connect with the current Septa lines. Stream line replicates this initiative gentle curve to provide for the need for realignment. The upper-path is lifted to provide shelter from sun and precipitation to the program and path below and projects towards the city to frame the view. Since this area of Philadelphia currently lacks gathering spaces, the new pedestrian bridge provides a cafe, exhibition space, and gift shop. The multipurpose paths- a dynamic blend of circulation and relaxation connect these spaces with either side of the interstate. This indoor, outdoor circulation path mixes history, city life, and above all, people. At night the building lights up to provide an after hour presence that mimics the representation Philadelphia uses to promote events going on.
PENNSYLVANIA
PHILADELPHIA
READING VIADUCT
A THREE MILE LONG FORGOTTEN RAILWAY TRACK THAT EXTENDS BOTH ABOVE AND BELOW THE CITY STREETS. IT WAS A LINE THAT CONNECTED DIVERSE NEIGHBORHOODS TOGETHER.
THE VIADUCT ENDS BETWEEN 11TH AND 12TH STREET ALONG INTERSTATE 676. HEAVY TRAFFIC RUNS ALONG THIS INTERSTATE WHICH CAUSES UNSAFE CROSSWALKS FOR PEDESTRIANS.
THE AREA IS MUCH LESS DENSE THAN CENTER CITY, WITH MORE PARKING AREAS AND LOW RISE BUILDINGS. HIGH END CONDOMINIUMS ARE BEGINNING TO SPRING UP IN THE AREA. THE VIADUCT ACTS AS A SNAKE THAT WEAVES THROUGH THE DIFFERENT AREAS AND CREATES AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT THEM ALL TOGETHER.
SITE PLAN
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VINE ST REET 676
STRUCTURE BREAKDOWN
OVERVIEW OF STREAM_LINE FROM NORTHEAST
OFFICES CAFE
MUSEUM
PEDESTRIAN WALKING PATH
FIRST FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
ROOF PLAN
VIEW FROM SOUTHERN SIDE OF STREAM_LINE
BASE DETAIL
GREEN ROOF DETAIL
LOUVER DETAIL
DAYLIGHTING STRATEGY:
HEADER DETAIL
LOUVER SYSTEM
HEATING STRATEGY
NIGHT TIME VIEW OF BRIDGE FROM THE EAST CROSS SECTION SERIES MOVING NORTH ACROSS THE BRIDGE
ENTRANCE TO BRIDGE FROM NORTH
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE FROM THE SOUTHWEST
The Project Located next to the Reading Viaduct, a new bike factory is designed to encourage more bikers within the city to minimize the use of vehicles.
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Re_Cyle: Bike Works 02
architecture + design selected work: Spring 2013- Design
VI
Thesis: The factory’s design incorporates the folding bike by creating a grid system that is enclosed in a folding skin. The folding bike is constructed by taking the different parts of the bike and fitting them together to create the bike in totality. This connects to the structure because it signifies a compartmentalized system, just like the grid structure is made up of several cubes connected together. The bike that is built within the factory can easily be folded, so the folding skin replicates a single piece of glass folded to cover the cubes of the structure. This resembles the bike because it creates a skin that folds over all the differnt elements that are needed to construct the bike and fits them all together to create a light weight and easily accessible system.
EVENING RENDERING AS APPROACHING FROM THE NORTHWEST
COOLING STRATEGY: SITE PLAN
THROUGH A DOUBLE SKIN FACADE AND CONTROLLABLE WINDOWS
RETAIL RETAIL
RETAIL
ASSEMBLY AND PAINTING
FINAL MANUFACTURING
ADMINISTRATION
PARTS PARTS
LOWER FLOOR
FIRST FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
RETAIL
WELDING AND FRAMING
MANUFACTURING
ASSEMBLY
building performance
PARTS
PARTS
THIRD FLOOR
PARTS
FOURTH FLOOR
FIFTH FLOOR
CURTAIN WALL SKIN
FLOORS
INTERIOR GLASS WALL
VERTICAL CIRCULATION
INTERIOR WALLS
STRUCTURAL FRAME
STRUCTURAL EXPLODED AXON
APPROACH TO BIKE FACTORY FROM NORTHEAST
WEST SECTION
CIRCULATION
MANUFACTURING VS RETAIL
RETAIL SPACE
RETAIL SPACE
PAINTING STATIONS
APPROACH FROM NORTHWEST ON TOP OF READING VIADUCT
VIEW FROM VIADUCT FACING NORTH
The Project After close investigation of the given site location and needs of the community, a heath, fitness, and spa program were decided upon. Located in a serene and private location, this program allowed the community to regain their inner strength to take on the rest of thier days.
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Bastrop County Retreat 03
architecture + design selected work: Fall 2013- Design
VIII
Thesis: The Retreat aims to alleviate stress and anxiety in the Bastrop community over unruly events such as recurrent wildfires. By offering medical care, fitness resources, and a relaxing spa, the Retreat provides a recovery of body, mind, and spirit, with the sense of a private escape. Integrating nature into the healing process creates a serene and supportive atmosphere to rejuvenate the Bastrop community.
1:40 SCALE SITE MODEL
CIRCLE D
2011 FIRE ORIGIN AND EXTENTS
FITNESS CENTERS
CIRCLE D
MEDICAL FACILITIES
SITE PLAN
second floor RCP: structure, HVAC, and Egress
first floor RCP: Structure, HVAC, and Egress
cardio mud bath
physical therapy weight room
west section: lighting strategies
building performance
52 Degrees $6.7 Million --30 Tons
West 30 Degrees, East 14 Degrees $5.1 Million 5,880 sf 23 Tons
West 30 Degrees, East 14 Degrees $4.9 Million 4,198 sf 20 Tons
West 30 Degrees, East 14 Degrees $4.8 Million 3,583 sf 19 Tons
SOUTH SECTION: THROUGH FITNESS CENTER, CENTRAL COURTYARD, AND HEALTH FACILITIES
NATURAL LIGHT EFFECT TO RESEMBLE TREES
WATER INTEGRATED INTO THE BUILDING
PLACING SPACES AMONG THE TREES
UNOBSTRUCTED VIEW OF NATURE
NORTH ELEVATION
spa interior quality
1/2”SECTION MODEL THROUGH SPA AND PHYSICAL THERAPY
physical therapy atmosphere
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2x6 Southern Pine Steel Tube Backing 3 2’ Steel Arm 4 Concrete Spread Footing 5 3’ Foundation Wall 6 6” Concrete Slab 7 10x22 Floor Girder 8 2x8 Southern Pine Floor Joists 9 W8x18 Roof Girder 10 2x6 Southern Pine Roof Joists 11 Interior Wood Screen 12 Large Plane Glass 13 Metal Studs with 3” Insulation 14 Vertical Backing 15 2x6 Southern Pine Cladding 1
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STRUCTURE AND ENCLOSURE
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3”SCALE MODEL: ROOF DETAIL
south elevation
COURTYARD: BLURRING THE LINES BETWEEN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
The Project We were in connection with a client that wanted a design for a Medical Clinic in the city of Limbe, Malawi. The design was to both meet the needs of the local community and the ex-patriots that live in the neighboring cities.
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Limbe Facility: Designed to Build 04
architecture + design selected work: Fall 2014- Design IX
Thesis: Establish user focused programs with strong relationships to exterior spactial characteristics while creating architectural datums through hardscape weaving and structural rhythm.
DENTAL/ VISION CENTER
LOCATION: AFRICA
LOCATION: MALAWI
LOCATION: LIMBE
1. CAMPUS RECEPTION 2.CASHIER 3. RESTROOM 4.DRESSING/ INJECTION ROOM 5.VITAL SIGNS ROOM 6.SOILED LINENS 7.EXAM ROOM 8.OBSERVATION ROOM 9.LABORATORY 10.DOCTOR’S OFFICE 11.MATERNITY RECEPTION 12.MATERNITY DELIVERY ROOM 13.NEONATAL WIMG 14.MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM 15.CONSULTATION ROOM 16.PHARMACY 17.ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 18.KITCHEN 19.LOUNGE 20.CONFERENCE ROOM 21.HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT 22.RECEPTION & CENTER 23.VISION ROOM 24.STORAGE 25.LABORATORY 26.DENTAL EXAM ROOM 27.DOCTOR’S OFFICE 28.CONFERENCE CENTER 29.CAFE/LOUNGE 30.KITCHEN 31.EXTERIOR STAGE 32.TERRACED SEATING 33.EXTERIOR DINING SPACE 34.KITCHEN 35.RESTROOM 36.BEDROOM
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SITE PLAN
HOUSING AND NON-EMERGENCY SECTION
The Project This was a ten day compeition where we were prompted to create a trasnformative space on the grounds where the Berlin Wall once stood that could be occupied by the residents in the area.
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Peak: connect.elevate.reflect 05
architecture + design selected work: Spring 2015- Design
X
Thesis: Berlin Tiergarten is a bustling area which extends North and South and is adjacent to Ebertstrasse. The site lies between a high traffic road and a vast park, which causes the site to be overlooked. Peak is a strategy to create a trasnformative outdoor space that attempts to relink the North and South axis and the surrounding community. The design uses a three part transition that connects the user to other passerbys, elevates them above the hustle and bustle of the normal work day, and allows them to discover peace and reflect on their lives. This is achieved by the incorporation of interactive panels, a sloping pedestrian bridge with several green spaces, an open air amphitheater, and a semi-secluded reflection space. Each space targets different aspects of the human emotion while also improving the interaction of the residents within the community.
OVERVIEW OF TRANSFORMATIVE SPACE PROPOSAL FROM NORTHEAST: THE ELEVATED PLATFORM ALLOWS THE PEDESTRIANS TO GAIN A SEPARATION FROM THE BUSY STREETS BELOW AND ALLOWS THEM TO TAKE ON A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE OF THE SURROUNDING CITY.
SITE PLAN
APPROACH TO THE REFLECTIVE SPACE: TUCKED BACK AWAY FROM THE STREET, THIS SPACE ALLOWS PEDESTRIANS TO TAKE A BREAK FROM THEIR DAILY ROUTINE AND RELAX AMONG THE TREES AND LISTEN TO THE CALMNESS IN THE AIR.
INTERACTIVE PANELS ARE LOCATED AT THE BEGINNING OF THE THE ELEVATED WALKWAY TO CREATE A SENSE OF CONNECTION TO THE SURROUNDING PASSERBYS.
AS A PERSON ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE PANEL WALKS PAST, THE LIGHTS BEGIN TO ILLUMINATE AND FOLLOR THE PERSON’S PATH.
THIS CREATES A CONNECTION THROUGH THE PANELS THAT SEPARATE THE PEOPLE AS THEY MOVE ALONG THE PATH.
CONNECTION WALLS LOCATED ALONG THE PEDESTRAIN WALKWAY: THESE WALLS CONNECT THE USERS INDIRECTLY BY ALLOWING THEM TO SEE THE PERSON’S MOVEMENT ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE.
VIEW FROM STAGE LEVEL: PEDESTRIANS ARE ABLE TO RELAX AND ENJOY A PERFORMANCE THAT IS BELOW THE STREET LEVEL AND CREATES A DISCONNECT FROM THE NOISE OF THE ADJACENT CITY BUSTLE.
VIEW BELOW THE ELEVATED WALKWAY LOOKING DOWN UPON THE AMPHITHEATER
LAWNS
LAWNS AND GREEN PUBLIC SPACES
AMPHITHEATER
PROGRAM INTERACTION IN VERTICAL STUDIES
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OP 0 SL 1: 2
CLEARANCE
ACCESIBILITY
INTERACTIVE PANELS
STRUCTURAL BREAKDOWN DIAGRAM
NATURAL ELEMENT INCORPORTION
NATURAL LANDSCAPE
LOOKOUT PLAZA
AMPHITHEATER WATERFALLS
PROGRAM LAYOUT ALONG THE SITE
REFLECTIVE GARDEN
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Models and Sketches 06
architecture + design selected work: Fall 2010-Spring 2015
sketches
light contrast
facade studies
shadow and light studies
models
Heather Martin, 5th year architecture student
Photography Work
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architecture + design selected work: Fall 2010- Spring 2015
Thesis: In addition to and natural landscapes, discovery. Through a black class, I have been able to and have a
expanding the creativity and views I have on man-made I have taken on a minor in Photography to aid in this and white photography class and a digital photography broaden my horizon in examing the elements around me closer detailed analysis of the world surrounding us.
black and white
building performance
digital