FELIPE FLORES T: [217] 305 0194 E: flores garzon7@gmail.com - luisf2@illinois.edu A: 2087 S. Orchard St. Apt. A, Urbana, IL 61801
- Spirituality of Space and Human’s Feelings -
EDUCATION
- MANIFESTO -
One of the biggest problems of modern life is the abstraction of human existence by a consumerist ontology which objectifies the individual. Virtual life and intruding technologies have replaced the traditional triad relationship between human-human, human-nature, and human-objects. Therefore, we need a nurturing architecture that enhances our spirit through sensual temperament and spatial affect. To recover its identity, this architecture must be constructed nude as newborns humans, as nature provide us. This architecture must transform mankind from the inside out, not outside in. This architecture must be a reflection of the people’s will at a given time, truthfully translated into physical forms. The relevance of its form relies not in its appearance but in its ability to symbolize humanity’s history.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign I Illinois - US Master of Architecture Candidate Awarded: FULBRIGHT Scholarship for graduate studies
Dec 2017
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile I Santiago - Chile Course in Earth Construction: Tradition and Innovation. Duration:122 hours
Dec 2016
Peruvian College of Engineers I Junín - Peru Course in Architecture with Shipping Containers. Duration: 300 hours Awarded: [OAS] - Organization of American States Scholarship
Feb 2015
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador [PUCE] I Quito - Ecuador Degree: Bachelor of Architecture, GPA:3.8 Awarded: 2 honorable mentions - Latin American Congress of Architecure I Buenos Aires - Argentina 4 honorable mentions - PUCE I Quito - Ecuador
SKILLS Software I AutoCAD - Revit - SketchUP - Lumion - Photoshop - Illustrator - Office Suite - Laser Cutting - Virtual Walks Hand-worked I Modelmaking - Sketch Ideation - Wood Shop - Metal Shop
EXPERIENCE
This architecture is concrete, experienced through our feelings in contact with corporeal objects. This architecture is thus a rational replication of nature’s behaviors and patterns, meticulously adopted inpractice. As an object, this architecture establishes a silent communication to its occupants through humanly proportioned forms. As designers, we are responsible for finding an equilibrium between the techniques of spatial production and potential atmospheres, which are the meaning and feelings that we want to transmit to the occupants through the space. Finally, this architecture, as well as humans, has values to respect in order to promote a better environment, such us the importance of place, the celebration of human history, the reflection and conservation of nature, the considered use of tectonics, and the reflexive use of technology. Beauty comes not from form but from an affectual experience shared throughout a space which elevates people’s mind toa state of awareness called “spirituality”. Therefore, architecture is meaningful when it produces spiritual experiences that not only enhance but also challenge our existence
Aug 2018
Current Feb 2015
Freelance Architect -Construction Manager I Ecuador Projects: Guayllabamba House [2017], Garzon House [2017], Molina-Guerrero House [2016], Corner House [2015], Iza Tower [2018], Makrocel Tower [2015] -Developed leadership skills in self, organizational and interpersonal settings through experiential learning in the design and construction management of 4 different houses and 2 small scale towers -Formed relationships and coordinated design decisions with clients, consultants, engineers, and contractors. -Designed across all phases, from conceptual design through to construction documentation by using AutoCAD 2D for plans and sections, SketchUp for 3d Model and Lumion Software for rendering
Jan 2016 Jul 2015
Construction Manager - José Pio Escudero Arch I Quito - Ecuador -Monitored the demolition of old building and construction of the educational building for “La Condamine” High School with 30200 SQF in a record time of 2 months -Collaborated with the coordination of a group of 300 employees by teaching them necessary daily procedures to provide a safe work environment -Succesfully calculated investment accounts and edited design instructions
May 2015 Feb 2015
Cero80 Arquitectura I Quito, Ecuador -CAD drafter of the renewal of the Historical Building of the Municipality of Ambato as a Cultural Center of the city -Compilated an inventory of immovable cultural heritage - photographic survey, hand drawings, blueprints and BIM model
Oct 2013 Jul 2013
Internship I Physical plant management of PUCE I Quito - Ecuador Project: Laboratories for Research on Infectious Diseases & Elementary school building for San Gabriel Educational Unit -Measured existing features and draw CAD, organized and documenting blueprints. -Entrusted with office's main as build drawings for the laboratories
Aug 2013 Jun 2013
Internship I Office of Amazon Territories I Sucumbios - Ecuador Cooperation project: PUCE-Ecuadorian Government-HARVARD University-UCLA University-Avina Foundation. -Researcher with an interdisciplinary and international team of 16 members in an urban research project for the design of a new port in the province of Sucumbíos -Mapped of communal enterprises and urban settlements around the amazon rainforest with ArcGIS software -Modulated demographic data in excel, developed graphic diagrams and booklet with Adobe Suit
Aug 2013
Public Infrestructure I Borrachia, O. [2013] Congreso Latinoamericano de Arquitectura [pp.156-157] U. of Morón - Buenos Aires - Argentina
Dec 2015 Mar 2015
Volunteer - Mana del Cielo Ministry I Quito-Ecuador -Collaborated as the principal designer and construction manager in an interdisciplinary team of 8 people in the implementation of 12 Emerging Bamboo Houses in Ecuador -Coordinated collaborative work with Mana del Cielo Ministry and raised 4500 dollars for this charitable organization
Feb 2015 Aug 2009
Courses I International Workshop on Sustainable Design, Architectural Biennale of Quito [2] Congress of Latin American Architecture [2], Seminar Workshop on Emerging Housing, Seminar on Collective Housing
PUBLICATION ADDITIONAL
TABLE OF CO NTENT
01 ACADEMIC
03 BUILT
02
04
PROFESSIONAL
ART
A ACADEMIC University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign - The USA [2018-2019] 01. LIVE Lab [Archon Prize Winner] Universidad Catolica del Ecuador - Ecuador [2009 -2015] 02. Santuary in El Panecillo [3 Honorific Mention] 03. Multimedia Library [1 Honorific Mention] 04. Community Bussiness Network 05. Stay Space [1 Honorific Mention] Universidad Catolica de Chile - Chile [2018] 06. Rammed Earth House College of Civil Engineers - Peru [2016] 07. Emerging Housing
MATERIALITY ecological materials 1
Laminated Bamboo Structural Frame
5
Hempcrete Wall 1� thick
2
Clear Glass 8mm
6
PV Solar Panels
3
Polycarbonate Panel 8mm
7
Second Floor
4
Corrugated Galvanized Steel Cladding
8
Ground Floor
LIVE _LAB
research + living hub
FALL 2018
MARCH 2+
MARK TAYLOR
ARCHON PRIZE 2018 - 2P
DURATION
PROJECT TYPE
PROFESSOR
AWARD
1
4 3
2
6
5
7
8
TARGET MARKET
THE SITE
THE DESIGN
The current project is an integrated hub that comprises research, exhibi�on space and accommoda�ons. As a well ranked research campus, the chosen target market is visi�ng scholars and researchers at the University of Illinois, more specifically in the Colleges of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES).
The selected site is located in the Energy Farm, in Urbana, IL. In this loca�on, interdisciplinary research within sustainability, energy and environmental needs is developed in the following areas: solar climate solu�ons, energy transi�ons, building sustainable infrastructure, water and land stewardship, nature secure and sustainable agriculture.
The design aims to harmonize and integrate with the agricultural nature of the surroundings, therefore, the building’s form alludes to the tradi�onal agricultural structures of the Midwest from which the form originates (greenhouses, farmhouses, barn-like structures).
PROGRAM SPACES + AREA 2120 sqf Ground Floor: 01. Entrance hall 20.58 sqf 02. Greenhouse 421.8 sqf 03. Kitchen/living/dining/ exhibi�on 864.05 sqf 04. Restroom 44.22 sqf 05. Mechanical/washerdrier 14.53 sqf 06. Porch 319.01 sqf
Ground Floor
First Floor: 07. Hall 130.89 sf 08. Room 01 121.77 sf 09. Room 02 121.77 sf 10. Bathroom 60.88 sf
First Floor
3
4
MEDITATION CENTER F FLORES l 26
IMPLANTATION
MEDITATION CENTER
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ECUMENICAL CHAPEL
CRAFT & FOOD MARKET
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STRUCTURE DETAIL
1
concrete pillar
2
wood shelves
3
bamboo floor
4
steel bim
5
gypsum roof
6
glass frame
SUSTAINABILITY
8 7 1
DETAIL / D1
D1
6
9
14
2
13 10
7
steel frame
8
concrete roof
9
IPN bim
10
brick
11
steel hasp
12
gypsum
13
plaster
14
2CG
5
4
3
water collection
12
reflecting pool in the roof
cross ventilation
solid - permeable facade
green roof system
11
DIFFERENT WAYS TO READ A BOOK
alone / in a desk
around many trees
covered by nature
in group / diferent levels
on the grass
with a computer
in a sofa
in a bed
in a hammock
in a pool
on the stairs
in a coffee shop
in a big space
P PROFESSIONAL 08. Lookout House in Tena [Personal Project - Desing] 09. Renovation of a Heritage Home [Drawer Architect] 10. Renewal of the Municipality -Ambato [Drawer Architect - Built Project] 11. The Courtyard House [Personal Project - Design] 12. Makrocel Building [Personal Project - Design] 13. Cube House [Personal Project - Design]
NATURAL SUNLIGHT
GREEN AREAS
INTERIOR SPACES
Morning
Different sensations
Services
Aternoon
plants
Living Areas
platforms
Rooms Circulation / Living Areas
views
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B BUILT 14 . Guerrero’s House [Personal Project - Design + Construction Management] 15. Hand Made Work [BBQ] [Furniture] [Storage Room] [Suite]
STRIPS - ORGANIZATIONAL PRINCIPLE This is why we proposed to organize the house in bands of activity. The first band is the service area made by a kitchen, laundry, bathrooms and changing rooms. This band was placed on one side of the house that was next to the neighbor.
SCHEME - 3 STRIPS service
circulation The second band is the circulation that connects social areas with rooms and services and gets sunlight in the building. Finally, the third band is shaped by rooms and living room. Just this area has windows opened to the park in front of the house.
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served area
FOOD SHELF Recycling wood from the cellar
R ART
DRAWINGS approac hes to nature MARKER Objects
CHARCOAL-PEN Faces
PEN-COLORS Faces
PEN Eye
PEN Sketch
PENCIL Crucificcion
OLEO Her
PENCIL Horse
COLORS Abstract I
COLORS Indigenous woman
PAPER CUT Self-portrait
TECHNICAL PEN Building sketch
PENCIL Cat
TEMPERS Abstract II