Jo-Annie Tran
Landscape Architecture Portfolio 1
Jo-Annie Tran
joannietran@gmail.com | +1.626.512.3950 B.S. Landscape Architecture | Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
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Equipoise Harbor
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Lepidoptera
16-23
La Cienega Apartments
24-29
The Exchange
30-37
Villas Spa and Wellness
38-47
Urban Healing Sanctuary
Residential Studio Design
Contemporary Spanish Apartments
Building Blocks in SLC
Oasis in the City
CONTENTS 3
Equipoise Harbor
Spring 2016 - Winter 2017 Equipoise Harbor encourages healthy living by making it enjoyable for technology, food, sport, and nature lovers. Routine exercise and nutrition is made easy and fun through dynamic electronic or mechanical pieces at the Modern Gym. The balance of active and natural spaces dedicated to peace and solitude, provides a place for people to escape the urban life, relieved stress, and rest in comfort. 4
Equipoise Harbor
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MOST COMMON AGE
<18 years
Healthy Food
High risk crime
19-50 years
Cultural POI
Medium risk crime
50+ years
Art and dance
Low risk crime
Dash Bus
Minimum risk crime
Site Analysis
San Pedro has a lot of activity concentrated in the downtown area. However, high crime rates make it unsafe for users to comfortably spend time outdoors. 6
CULTURE
Metro Red Trolley
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
ACTIVE SPACES
10 in
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15 m
5m
3 min
Therapy
High risk crime
Play areas
Dash Bus
Hospitals
Medium risk crime
Gym and fitness
Metro
Dash Bus
Low risk crime
Hiking trails
Red Trolley
Metro
Minimum risk crime
Distance
Parks and recreation
Red Trolley
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Equipoise Harbor
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Sports Court and Fields
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Water Recreation
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Modern Gym
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Restaurants and Dining Area
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Leisure Lawn
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Open Field
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Native Garden
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Meditation Garden
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Art Spaces
10 Ocean
Outlook
11 Parking Equipoise Harbor
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Equipoise Harbor
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This selection of plants is recommended for bioretention because of their ability to handle drought conditions. Planted throughout the site, they clean incoming water before it reaches the ocean. Larger trees and shrubs are placed on the middle and top of the slope where the drainage is better. Most of the perennials are placed at the lowest point because they handle inundation well.
RETENTION AND BIOFILTRATION 6’ 5’ 4’ 3’ 2’ 1’ 0’ 1’ 2’
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SENSORY GARDEN 9’ 8’ 7’ 6’ 5’ 4’ 3’ 2’ 1’ 0’
ACTIVE AND OPEN AREAS 6’ 5’ 4’ 3’ 2’ 1’ 0’ 1’ 2’
Active areas have plants with bright flowers and limited texture palettes. A simpler palette is less distracting to players focusing on their rigorous activity. Bright, warm tones can subconsciously excite the nervous system. Passive areas have a wider range of color, texture, and fragrance. Textures are typically softer to captivate the interest of strollers and observers. Colorful, fragrant plants such as the Butterflybush attracts butterflies, birds, and insects to encourage fauna. Equipoise Harbor
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The restaurants provide balanced, and nutritious options for hungry users. Eating areas are found indoors and outdoors for user preferences. Seating terraces are close by to transform a food adventure into a nice picnic with an ocean view.
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Along the ocean, out-looks allow users to view the Pacific and its wildlife. The local community provides art that is showcased at the out-looks, active areas, and secluded spaces. The art pieces are changed seasonally to continuously encourage users to return and experience the space in a new way.
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Lepidoptera
Summer 2014 - Winter 2015 Transitions Mental Health Association gives people an opportunity for a better life. This center is designed for a small community where people struggling with mental illnesses can interact, exercise, relax, heal, and grow in San Luis Obispo. Lepidoptera is a healthy living space for self-achievement. 16
Lepidoptera
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Pedestrian Circulation Bicycle Circulation Vehicle Circulation Keep Existing Vegetation Move Existing Vegetation Remove Existing Vegetation
Slope < 12% Slope 12% - 20% Slope > 20%
Service Buildings Residential Buildings Good Views Okay Views Bad Views Parking Lots Bus Stops Picnic Area Fences Fire hydrant
Site Analysis
Understanding the site and its context is important for user comfort. New residents have to overcome steep terrain to access hospitals, grocery stores, and bus stops. Residents also have the chance to experience the views of San Luis Obispoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s magnificent hills, warm sun, and cool breezes coming from the north east. NTS
Lepidoptera
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Adjacency Matrix Very Important Important Related Not Related
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CONCEPT DIAGRAMS
SCHEME DESIGNS
DESIGN THREE
DESIGN TWO
DESIGN ONE
RELATIONSHIP DIAGRAMS
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Lepidoptera
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1ST FLOOR
2ND FLOOR
Legend
Lepidoptera is a supportive campus that offers comfort and personal growth to its residents. Many key elements provide the opportunity for social interaction, physical exercise, self-reflection, and relaxation. Residents are given everything they need for a healthier life-style.
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Wellness Center
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Studios
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Terraced Seating
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Community Garden
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Outdoor Gym
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Courtyard
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Open Lawn
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Sensory Garden
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Mediation Garden
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Area Lepidoptera
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La Cienega Apartments February 2018 - Present
A Spanish influenced apartment with a contemporary twist. Sink deeper into the delicate patterns laced in every individual tile that decorates the apartmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wall and floor. Contrasting against plaster white walls, the highlighted elements invite residents to enjoy a day out in the sun that Los Angeles is famous for. 24
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La Cienega
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Legend
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Spa
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Spa Wall
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LID Planters
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Pottery
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Succulent Room
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Fire Element
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La Cienega
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4
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Legend
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Fire Court
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Fountain Court
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Outdoor Kitchen and Dining
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Pottery
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Gravel Strip
WATER FEATURE
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La Cienega
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The Exchange
December 2017 - Present Salt Lake City prepares for the wave of people coming their way. This mixed-use project located in a core civic area of the city provides living spaces for new residents, and common areas for the community to shop, eat, and bond. 30
RET
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The Exchange
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Legend
Unlike the public ground level, the podium level is a common space available to residents only. It has an outdoor kitchen located just outside of the community room. People can spill into the open area right at the foot of the raised deck. The deck has flexible seating, and can be transformed into a platform for performances or community movie events.
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Outdoor Kitchen with Trellis
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Open Lawn
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Raised Deck
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Water Feature
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Live Roof
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Pottery
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CMU Planters
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Fire Element
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Ramp The Exchange
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5 3
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Legend
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NTS
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Fire Element
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Trellis
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Outdoor Kitchen
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Pottery
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Gravel Strip
The upper terrace is smaller for residents to have private gatherings. Dining spaces are located in the center. People can dine under the sky at the tables or near the fire pit under a trellis.
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HEARTH
ELEVATION 1
ELEVATION 2
The hearth anchors the community space and brings people together. Extended ledges offer seating opportunity for residents to gather and bond. The hood frames the flame when lit, and acts as a statement piece when off.
Simplistic screens offer privacy for dining and entertainment. Different materials can change the overall look and feel of the space. A soft, wooden material provides a calm, relaxing area. A decorative metal panel livens up the space. SECTION 1
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OUTDOOR SCREEN
24’-0”
OUTDOOR TELEVISION 7”
8’-0”
2”
IPE WOOD GARDEN SCREEN
OPTION 2
24’-0”
OUTDOOR TELEVISION METAL FRAME
2”
4’X8’ CUT METAL PANEL
3”
8’-0”
4’-0”
OPTION 1
The Exchange
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Villas Spa and Wellness November 2018 - Present
Women can fully surround themselves in this urban oasis. Stroll along meandering pathways to discover multi-functional spaces for restoration, growth, and comfort. Through lush planting and running water features, the outdoor spaces here support a lifestyle for health and wellness. 38
Villas Spa and Wellness
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Legend
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Entry Water Feature
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Water Court
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Pool
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Spa
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Palm Court
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Culinary Court
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Sensory and Utility Garden
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Social Pavilion
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Raised Deck with Trellis
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PALM COURT
The Palm Court anchoring one end of the pool has lush planting that surrounds the seating garden. Social gatherings can be held at any time of the day in this flexible courtyard space. 42
POOL AND SPA WALL
The Spa Wall anchors the northern end of the pool and provides a steady sound of running water. Olive trees frame the focal piece of the pool enclosure, and reflect the symmetry of the palm trees at the Palm Court. Villas Spa and Wellness
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WATER COURT
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Thank You Jo-Annie Tran
joannietran@gmail.com | +1.626.512.3950 B.S. Landscape Architecture | Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 48