Jeremy Ferguson Architecture Portfolio 2012

j e re my F E R G U S O N architecture portfolio

2012

j e re my F E RG USO N Jeremy Walter Ferguson jeremywf@hawaii.edu 3538 Maluhia Street Honolulu, HI 96816 808-639-5008 University of Hawaii at Manoa 2500 Campus Road Honolulu, HI 96822 School of Architecture Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies in Environmental Design

architectural lab ARC H3 42

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bunk house ARC H49 0

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urban escape ARC H41 5

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Spring 2012 / 8 + 5 Weeks Arch 342 / Lance Walters

a rc h i t e c t u r a l L A B Through investigation and critique of contemporary architectural theories, the project was a design initiative of an Architecture Lab for Sanford Kwinter, an architectural theorist. The design initiative was to inform response to site, climate and composed experiences in the client’s life.

This project explored the computational side of architecture and for me, a new process and way of attack in discovering and creating architecture.

Computational transformations were explored to change the lab as site conditions change.

This in turn situated the lab between the unique site, bridging the program together as well as representing Kwinter’s theories.

The project began with computational studies of point, line, and plane in the 9 square grid exercise.

The 9 square grid then went through a series of morphological transformations in Photoshop. The purpose of the transformations was to discover relationships between the morphed forms in order to create a generative definition in grasshopper to allow for quick geometric explorations. Multiple variations of the explorations were created to discover different site relationships, compositional relationships, and basic form. Through sketches, the general form of the lab began to take shape, leading to the concept of a bridge.

entry approach

9 square transformations

program entrance for the Lab

_ 500sf - provide the initial view

gallery _ 1000sf - to be used for art, fashion, presentations, etc‌ library _ 500sf - (aka design lab) for reading, inspiration, reflection kitchen

_ 300sf

bed rooms

_ 2 @ 400sf

grasshopper transformations

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site plan

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gallery plan

library plan

entry plan

living plan

section perspective a-a

living/entry space

master bedroom model

north view

Spring 2011 / 16 Weeks Arch 490 / Jason Selly & Miriam Gee

bunk HOUSE Build Lightly Studio was a collaborative design/ build project that paired UH Architecture students with architecture, engineering and construction professionals to develop an integrated sustainable solution for a non-profit outreach client on Oahu.

The project was to repurpose a single family home in Kalihi Valley into a Bunk House for Ho’oulu Aina and the volunteers that work there. Our goal was to revitalize their bunk house to bring the community together while enhancing the relationships between the people and the land.

The collaborative studio gave everyone a chance to participate in the project from design to finish work.

1. ridge vent to allow for convective cooling 2. green roof for plantings and heat mitigation 3. large covered entry for shade and passive cooling 4. aquaponics pond 5. gravel and wood paver pathway using materials on site 6. entry ramp using invasive trees from site

entry view to deck

concept section

truss concept

south view

truss construction

pocket door detail sketch

pocket door detail

Fall 2012 / 8 Weeks Arch 415 / Byoung Soo Cho

u r b a n ES C A P E The project started from a material study of clad metal and tension wire. The idea was to create a type of systematic wall facade that could be applied to a specific site and eventually a building. The wall facade would then become the basis of the whole design.

The site chosen was the Seocheon area in Seoul.

Seocheon is an area rich with cultural history yet pressured by the recent growth of Korea. As Korea continues to grow, globalization makes its mark and old ways begin to fade away. With this pressure in mind, the project was to create a unique program in this artistic and culturally rich area with the intention to restore the Seocheon. While reading the Tao, I came across a section in the 8th passage where it said, “in dwelling be close to the land; in meditation go deep in the heart.� This passage brought me back to Soswaewon garden and reminded me of how peaceful it was to be surrounded by the trees, bamboo and wind. With this feeling in mind the urban escape was designed as a space to challenge typical meditation practices and provide a new train of thought in the urban setting. A space for the community to remember, forget, and learn.

material study model

material study model

The study/faรงade focused on the materials in their simplest form and reflective qualities. The main idea however, was to create a faรงade that could be either changed by nature or the user itself with a free spin connection to provide different visual and emotional experiences throughout the day.

material study concept sketch

connectivity mapping

The chosen site is located at the edge of the residential and business districts capable of becoming a node for the area. Other student projects located along the main pedestrian path could also act as nodes connecting the area from north to south.

view frames

The site provides three excellent views of culture, nature and connectivity. Surrounding traditional houses provide a look into the past and present, the mountain to the north relates to the feng shui principles and the view south relates back to the connectivity of the area.

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b basement plan

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concept sketches

south elevation

section a-a

east elevation

section b-b

entry to meditation space

staircase to 2nd floor

east street view

My view of architecture has changed dramatically over the past four years in architecture school. Dealing with a wide range of projects challenged me to constantly discover new ways of solving design issues and to assess situations in greater detail than before. As my interests continue to grow, I feel ready to move on to a higher level of learning that will challenge my design talents intellectually, conceptually, socially, and environmentally.

The architecture program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa has given me great groundwork to becoming a great designer but because of my interests, a different education rooted in multidisciplinary collaboration and environmental design might better suit my interests. As with any new project, I am excited and ready for the new challenge ahead.

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