Isabel Das Architecture Portfolio 2021 by Isabel Das

Isabel Das ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

EDUCATION

Spring 2021

Fall 2019

University of Kansas Master of Architecture Minor in Spanish LEED AP Building + Construction Danish Institute for Study Abroad, Copenhagen, Denmark Learned to effectively communicate across cultures. Improved analytical sketching and observation skills. Studied concepts of Scandinavian sustainable design.

EXPERIENCE Summer 2019

Architectural Intern, BRR Architecture, Overland Park, KS Produced drawings on retail projects for new construction, remodels, and tenant improvements. Participated in architectural design and fixture planning in grocery projects. Gained insight on various aspects of the architectural field through informational lectures.

Summer 2017

Architectural Intern, Witmer & Associates, Lake Forest, IL Developed physical models of new residential buildings in a large scale masterplan. Attended site visits to gain experience in client relations and construction administration.

AWARDS/ACTIVITIES Fall 2020

Gensler/KU Co-Op Internship Program Chosen through a vigourous interview process to intern at Gensler in Los Angeles, California. Cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spring 2019

KU Undergraduate Research Symposium Presented work on The Museum of Sustainability to students, faculty, and community members at the university’s annual event.

2018- 2019

Teaching Assistant Supported students and faculty in the Structures I & II courses at The University of Kansas. Graded homework and exams.

2017- 2019

Community Service Chair, Gamma Phi Beta Sigma Chapter Communicated with the university, community, and 250 chapter members. Organized all community service events.

INTERESTS/SKILLS The “Drop Out” Bakery I run The “Drop Out” Bakery, in which I produce and sell custom French macarons. I enjoy exploring new flavors, decorations, and packaging techniques while improving my skills in customer service, problem solving, and creative thinking.

Languages English First Language

Travel My Favorite Places: Austria, Switzerland

Professional Analyitical Thinking Collaboration Communication Creativity Idea Exchange Leadership Responsiblity Time Management

Next on my list: New York City, Seattle, France, Portugal, Singapore!

Software

Spanish Full Professional Proficiency

Virtual Communication

Isabel Das

STUDENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS I believe in the ability of architecture to strengthen and improve our society through creative thinking, sustainable integration, and attentive client relations. I strive to expand my design skills at a professional level with a collaborative mindset and an eagerness to learn.

CONTACT INFORMATION isabel.das1010@gmail.com (847) 494-7433 www.linkedin.com/in/isabel-das https://issuu.com/isabel_das

DANISH HERITAGE CENTER

CULINARY HILL CAFE & COOKING SCHOOL

IMPACT COLLABORATIVE: URBAN IGLOO

INDRE BY, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

VESTERBRO, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICTS

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DESIGN BUILD: URBAN STATION KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, USA

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MUSEUM OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE

6 MISCELLANEOUS WORK

DALLAS, TEXAS, USA

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DANISH HERITAGE CENTER

INDRE BY, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK The Danish Heritage Center located at the heart of Copenhagen is a welcoming space dedicated to sharing the rich and unique history of Denmark. The center combines the functions of a tourist facility/information center, museum galleries, and administrative offices to support the preservation of the city. The Danish Heritage Center is a beacon for tourists to find information, seek emergency services, and learn more about the city of Copenhagen.

ARCH 609 Studio Spring 2020

Danish Heritage Center

Traditional Form

Inverting Traditional Form

Opening Ground Level

Creating Light Access

The Danish Heritage Center is wholistically designed to embody the traditions of the Danish people while modernizing contextual elements to simbolize the forward thinking nature of the people of Copenhagen. This can be seen in the development of the form, the creation of the landscape, the materials of the building, and much more. Educational galleries, city lookouts, and unique spaces form the patron exprience. Addtionally, an emphasis on public-use green space and sustainability keeps the focus on the health and future of Copenhagen.

Aerial View from South East Corner

Site Plan

+33’ 9”

3rd Level

5. UP

UP UP

+22’ 6”

2nd Level 9.

+12’ 6”

+11’ 3”

11.

10. UP

12.

+17’ 6”

1st Level

UP UP

15.

0’-0”

13.

14.

Ground Level

Floor Plan Legend 1. Gallery 3 2. Christianborg Palace Lookout 3. Gallery 2 4. Tivoli Gardens Lookout 5. Heritage Offices* 6. Gallery 1 7. Audio/Visual Room 8. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Museum Lookout 9. Entrance to Galleries 10. Administrative Offices*

11. Staff Lounge * 12. Conference Room* 13. Cafe 14. Temporary Gallery 15. Lobby 16. Public Restrooms 17. Mechanical* 18. Storage*

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*Private spaces designated for employee use. No public entry.

18. UP

16. -12.5’-0”

17.

18. 18.

Lower Level

Southwest Entrance View

Traditional Sequence for transportation

Traditional Clay Roof Tiles Traditional Clay Roof Tiles

Abstraction to Modernized Terracotta Tile Abstraction to Modernized Terracotta Tile

Angled toFollow Follow Form AngledTiles Tiles to Form

Traditional Sequence for transportation

Modified Sequence for flood mitigation

Traditional Sequence

Modified Sequence

for transportation

Harbor Harbor

Steps Vegetation Street Steps Vegetation Street

for flood mitigation

Building Building

Street

Steps Steps

Vegetation Vegetation

“Harbor” “Harbor”

Building Building

Northeastern Entrance View

Diagram of Lookout Bridge Framed Views

View of Christianbo

org Palace from Final Lookout

A key design feature of the Danish Heritage Center is the inclusion of the bridges that link the three forms on the exterior of the building. The bridges serve as the connective spaces between the main galleries. They also frame views of prominent attractions of interest for patrons of the museum. The first bridge frames an open view of Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, the second of Tivoli Gardens, and the final bridge creates a tight view clearly framing the spire of Christianborg Palace. The bridges are made from Parklex wood veneer paneling, and contain skylights above the landings to lead patrons towards the lookout points.

Gallery 1: Audio

Bridge to Gallery Bridge to Gallery1 1

Gallery 1: AudioRoom Visual Room Visual

Temporary Gallery

Storage Room Storage Room

Wall Section

Staff Lounge

West Section

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Velkommen til Kobenhavn! Tour Information: Cycling Tours Walking Tours Christiansborg Palace Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek Harbor Boat Tours Upcoming Events: Reffen Street Food Market Harbor Ring Festival Cycling Races

Entrance to Galleries

CULINARY HILL CAFE & COOKING SCHOOL VESTERBRO, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK The Culinary Hill Cafe & Cooking School is a community space that helps to activate a previously dead green space in Copenhagen, Denmark. The site is located in Vesterbro which is the most dense neighborhood of Copenhagen. The site is a large green space in between an elementary school, residential buildings, a bar, and a community center. Culinary Hill gives a unique space for students and children to play, and an indoor space that brings the community together through cooking and learning. Study Abroad Design Studio Fall 2019

Placing the building underneath a hill allows the vital green space to be maintained in full, which is important for the extremely dense, pavement covered neighborhood. The programatic space, tucked under the hill, embodies the Danish ideal of Hygge, which is translated loosely to the feeling of coziness or community. Hygge is more than

East Entrance View

a word but a way of living and is often found in Denmark in warm small spaces, filled with friends, pastries, and good conversation For a community space of this sort, Hygge influenced every step of the design, in order to create a modern space that still feels inherently Danish.

Site Plan

Lift Earth to Form Hill

Place Program Beneath Hill

Mold Hill through Natural

Paths of Entry

Split Form to Allow Connection

Pierce Hill for Daylighting & Viewing

Entrance from School

Prioritizing Community Utilization: 24 Hour Access to Restrooms

Overha Gathering of Exteri

Cafe

Storage

Kitchen

Walk Up Coffee Window

Floor Plan

Ability to Move Seating Exterior to Utilize Outdo Space

angs to Create Small g Moments at Entrances ior Corridor and Coffee Window

Direct Access to Classroom Space for School/Students

Locker Room

Classroom

Office

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Hilltop Bubble Seat & Indoor Cafe

Section

Hilltop Viewing Skylight & Indoor Culinary School

IMPACT COLLABORATIVE: URBAN IGLOO CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICTS In a collaborative studio, exclusively utilizing virtual communication programs, I analyzed the impact of COVID-19 on Central Business Districts in New York City, Chicago, and Kansas City. More specifically I studied how transit systems and dining options adapted to social distance and capacity restrictions. At a micro scale, I designed a new, highly adpative model for outdoor dining, to aid in the efficacy of restaurants during and after the pandemic. Graduate Studio Fall 2020

LaSalle Street Station

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Chicago Transportation Map “L” Rail Line Hubs

“L” Rail Lines

“L” Rail Line Stations

Train Line Hubs

Train Lines

Metra Stations

1 - Lake (489,912) 2 - Clark/Lake (466,023) 3 - Chicago (346,394) 4 - Washington (300,772) 5 - Grand (277,930) 6 - State/Lake (267,004) 7 - Roosevelt (258,148)

1 - Union Station (53,979) 2 - Ogilvie Transportation Center (43,796) 3 - LaSalle Street Station (12,739) 4 - Millennium Station (8,753) 5 - Van Buren Street Station (3,484) 6 - Museum Campus/11th Street Station (458)

*Annual ridership of each station is denoted relative to the size of the station marker.

*Daily ridership of each station is denoted realtive to the size of the station marker.

Monthly Ridership Report: January 2019 [PDF]. (2019, February 7). Chicago: Chicago Transit Authority Ridership Analysis and Reporting.

2018 Station Boarding/ Alighting Counts: Summary Results [PDF]. (2019, April). Chicago: Metra Division of Strategic Capital Planning.

Open Street Dining Existing restaurants in need of additional seating can use the individual dining units that accomodate two to eight patrons. An optional service counter allows waitstaff to tend to patrons with minimal contact. This typology is great for existing open street programs or sidewalk space. EX. Restaurant Row W 46th St.

Full Restaruant Dining Restaurants in need of larger spaces can create a full service restaruant with separately ventilated spaces for patrons, service staff, and kitchen crew. The units are able to adapt for different seating and dining requirements. This typology is great for large parks or plazas. EX. Bryant Park

Counter Service Dining Parks or plazas can implement the combination of indpended dining units with kitchen units to allow for casual outdoor dining. Dining units can also be arranged in conjunction with existing food stands or food trucks using this same typology. EX. Flatiron Plaza

New York Map with Case Study Sites

Section View

Assembly Process

Full Restaurant Dining Floor Plan

Bar Style Seating

Booth Style Seating

Traditional Six Person Seating Kitchen Staff Entrance

Service Staff Entrance

Party Barrier

Used Air Escapes through Ventilation Windows

Cool Air from Exterior

Full Restaurant Dining Airflow Diagram Section

Radiant Heat from Below Warms Cool Air

The Urban Igloo system is a kit of parts that allows users to purchase particular units to meet there unique needs. All kits fit into a standard shipping container to allow for quick and easy transportation and storage. Each unit consists of various prefab SingCore panels that are lightweight and customizable. The unique torsion box design is wrapped in a wood veneer facing and coated in paint and a weather proofing layer to protect the panels from the elements. For easy set up and deconstruction, the panels quickly connect with cam locked latches. This system allows users to quickly switch out panels to add additional space, include a service counter, or add an entrance. Proper ventilation is an integral part of reducing the transmission of viruses and mainting the safety of all patrons. Balancing proper ventilation with indoor climatic control led to the influence of vernacular igloo designs where cool air is warmed by a fire and elevated to the raised living space. This warm air is then pulled upwards to ventilate out the top of the space drawing cold air in and warm, used air out. This same thinking is used in the dining units in which cold air is drawn in through the entrance, warmed from the underfloor radiant heating system, then pulled out through the ventilation windows. This allows patrons to stay warm in the units while also making them safe with clean, fresh, air.

DESIGN BUILD: URBAN STATION KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

The Urban Station is a community center striving to improve a run down and unsafe neighborhood outside of Kansas City. The existing structure was an old gas station, that after sitting vacant for many years, fell into disrepair. The goal of this space is to provide a safe space for community members to meet in order to better serve the community. As a class, we redid the front entrance which included a custom wooden door, steel louvres, an interior light shelf, and a large steel overhang to welcome people in. ARCH 509 Design Build Studio Spring 2019

Existing Garage Door

We began with conceptual design, and community sourcing for what was needed for this space to function. We planned and coordinated demolition, the construction of a temporary structure, and prefabrication of the pieces throughout the entire project. Additionally, all our materials had to be donated, which lead to us sourcing many recycled materials such as the wood for the door, and the steel for the louvres. Construction was completed in phases, as we finished each piece at our shop space. This experience was extremely rewarding, and helped me to understand the way in which designs are translated into physical structures.

Custome Laser Cut Logo in Metal Surround

Scrap Material to Make Louvres

Large Perforation

Installed L

Small Perforation

Small Perforation & Bent Strips 1

Louvres in Window Wall

Small Perforation & Bent Strips 2

Bent Strips

Final Louvre Design

MUSEUM OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE DALLAS, TEXAS

The Museum of Sustainable Agriculture resides in the Arts District in Dallas, Texas. Not only does the museum explore the history of agricultural practices, but it also delves into the sustainable techniques that are forging the way for modern crop production. The building itself emulates the sustainabile concepts explored in the galleries in both design and technological advances. Furthermore, the museum serves as a community space for all, with opportunities for active participation in sustainable farming. ARCH 608 Studio Fall 2018

Cutaway Aerial View

Many of the details involved in the Museum of Sustainable Architecture were specialized to create unique spaces and a sustainable building. The structure was a unique feature that needed to be thoroughly designed to accommodate for the external columns and perforated steel cladding. Thermal breaks allow the beams to reach through the curtain wall to the exterior columns. The steel cladding, which is held up by the exterior columns has differing levels of perforation to allow the necessary quantity of light into each unique space. Downpipes were also integrated to allow for sufficient water collection.

Extend Natural Path of Travel

MUSEUM PUBLIC

Designate Museum & Public Space

Create Preliminary Forms for Program

Replace Museum Space with Silo Forms

Modifiy Heights for Natural Light

Abstract Silo Forms for Structure & Circulation

Sun Study Gallery

Rooftop Garden

Section

Auditorium

5. 6.

Cafe Lobby

1. 0’0”

Gift

6. Classroom 4.

Ground Floor Plan

13.

Temporary Gallery

+60’0”

10. DN

5th Level

Fifth Level 1/16”=1’-0”

12.

10.

Office

+45’0”

12.

Office

4th Level

Fourth Level 1/16”=1’-0”

11.

12.

Temporary Gallery

Office

+30’0”

10.

3rd Level

12.

Research Office

Third Level 1/16”=1’-0”

Gallery: Sustainable Practices

Floor Plan Legend 1. Lobby 2. Cafe 3. Gift Shop 4. Classroom 5. Auditorium 6. Outdoor Pavilion 7. Main Gallery 8. Outdoor Terrace 9. Rooftop Cafe & Event Space

10. Rooftop Garden 11. Temporary Gallery 12. Office* 13. Sun Study Gallery

+15’0”

*Private spaces designated for employee use. No public entry.

Gallery: Unsustainable Practices

2nd Level

Gallery: History of Agriculture

Second Level 1/16”=1’-0”

Ground Floor View from Cafe

2” INSULATED GLASS

W 10X33

VZINC 2’ SIN WAVE PERFORATED PANEL

2” INSULATED GLASS RAILING

1/2” STEEL PLATE

1 5/8” C STUD FASTENER

STEEL CONNECTOR

STEEL PIPE

MULLION

STEEL MESH CAP AND RECIEVER FLASHING 6”X5” RECTANGULAR GUTTER 3” TAPERED GRAVEL 3” LW CONCRETE ON 2” METAL DECK

CLIMATE TILE CONCRETE PAVER HARDWOOD FLOOR 3” GRAVEL DRAINAGE BARRIER 3” RIGID INSULATION VAPOR BARRIER 15” REINFORCED CONCRETE WALL

Roof Section Detial

Foundation Section Detail

2” INSULATED GLASS W 10X33 3” TAPERED GRAVEL 3” LW CONCRETE ON 2” METAL DECK

6” REINFORCED CONRETE WALL LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE PLANTER STRUCTURE

1/2” STEEL PLATE STEEL CONNECTOR VZINC 2’ SIN WAVE PERFORATED PANEL

6”

2” INSULATED GLASS MULLION

RE 1” STEEL ANCHOR PLATE

W24X103

3”

HARDWOOD FLOOR STEEL FLOOR JOIST

1/2” THERMAL STEEL PLATE 4” RIGID INUSLATION THERMAL PLATETHERMAL BREAK BATT INSULATION ALUMINUM SHEET

2” INSULATED GLASS RAILING 3” TAPERED GRAVEL DRAINAGE BARRIER 3” LW CONCRETE ON 2” METAL DECK

CLIMATE TILE CONCRETE PAVER

GYPSUM BOARD DRAINAGE BARRIER 3” RIGID INSULATION VAPOR BARRIER

WIRE LATH 3/4” PORTLAND CEMENT PLASTER EPOXY

15” REINFORCED CONCRETE WALL 6” REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB 2’ CONCRETE FOOTING 4” DRAINAGE PIPE

Wall Section

Southern Entrance 56

MISCELLANEOUS WORK

BAKING, MODEL MAKING, & SKETCHING As the architecture profession moves closer to a paperless work flow, I have found moments to escape the screen are even more exciting opportunities. Similarily, sketching and free hand drawing can get overlooked by the quickly improving computer programs. I enjoy sketching and try to utilize it as a first option in my work and include it in my daily life. Especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, I have realized the importance of maintaining my hobbies outside of my work to help spur my creativity.

“DROP-OUT BAKERY” “THESE ARE SO GOOD! YOU SHOULD JUST DROP OUT AND OPEN A BAKERY.” During the boredom of quarantine, I took a small hobby of mine to new levels; I began putting together and selling boxes of homemade French macarons for friends and family. It began as a creative outlet in which I could explore new flavor combinations, decoration techniques, and packaging styles. However, my baking madness evolved into a small business creating holiday-centric themes and completing custom orders for friends and strangers alike. My macaron endeavor has uniquely developed my innovative thinking, time management skills, and my ability to solve problems quickly. While I appreciate the praise and success I have found in “Drop-Out Bakery”, I am far too passionate about my future as an architect and designer to quit school and place all my bets on macarons!

PIONEER CONTEMPLATION CENTER LAWRENCE, KANSAS, USA Pioneer Contemplation Center is a nondenominational worship space for the citizens of Lawrence, and students and faculty of the University of Kansas. The center is located in Pioneer Cemetery on west campus of the university. Its purpose is to provide a peaceful, inspiring space to think, pray, and gather within the historic cemetery. The form is angled, rising from the ground to first connect patrons to the earth as they enter. The apex of the roof rises to instill an orientation to the skies, serving as a skylight to allow natural daylight to enter the space.

ARCH 208 Studio Fall 2017

TRIADE CHILDCARE CENTER LAKIN, KANSAS, USA The form of the building developed around the core three functions of the program: community, education, and childcare. The site itself is triangular. Beginning with a simple triangular form, the space is then separated into three separate wings. The center of the form is punched out to create an enclosed courtyard space to house a four-season playroom for the community. Additionally, in elevation, the building angles up to serve as a beacon for the community and a symbol of the growth of the children and the neighborhood as a whole.

ARCH 209 Studio Spring 2018

THE ISLE OF SLOTSHOLMEN, DENMARK

ANALYTIC SKETCHING During my time studying and travelling in Europe, I used sketching as a way to digest the incredible places I was visiting. I studied various aspects of these spaces such as the population density, the contrast between light/dark, material use, and activity level, while pushing myself to find new ways to diagram my thoughts. Small thumbnail sketches were my favorite technique to quickly and accurately document what I was seeing and thinking. I find that sketching allows me to deconstruct a space for better understanding while also creating physical records of my experiences. DIS Study Abroad 2019

THE WADDEN SEA CENTRE, DENMARK

BLACK DIAMOND LIBRARY, DENMARK

Isabel Das CONTACT INFORMATION

isabel.das1010@gmail.com (847) 494-7433 www.linkedin.com/in/isabel-das https://issuu.com/isabel_das