JOHN DOLECHEK ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PALLIATIVE CARE FACILITY
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Berkeley, California Studio Fall 2017 - Spring 2018 5th Year Studio
COOPER HEWITT MUSEUM
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Manhattan, New York Studio Spring 2016 3rd Year Studio
BICYCLE KITCHEN
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Manhattan, Kansas Studio Fall 2016 4th Year Studio
FUNERARY CHAPEL
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Manhattan, Kansas Studio Fall 2014 2nd Year Studio
STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE
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Czech Tech University Spring 2017 Semester 4th Year
MODRANY PLAN
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Prague, Czech Republic Studio Abroad Spring 2017 4th Year Studio
RESUME
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contact info references
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HOME WITHIN A WALLED GARDEN: A PALLIATIVE CARE FACILITY BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA STUDIO FALL 2017-SPRING 2018 (5th year studio)
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BACKGROUND The quality of space has a fundamental relationship with the act of healing. A healthy hike through a forest offers a much different experien`ce than lying sick on a hospital bed. Death is a very difficult situation to deal with, by the patient, family member, and even care taker. As our perception of the world shrinks to a single space in these precious moments, the significance of the quality of space becomes more so.
“A significant goal in the the design of healing environments is the promotion of the quality of being for the occupants.” - Clarke
As the baby boomer population ages, the focus of healthcare facilities in architecture is gaining attention, so the focus of designing healthy environments is becoming more and more critical. This project explores the relationship between human well-being and architecture through the design of a building in support of hospice care.
People have shared the belief that there are significant connections between human health and well-being with the physical environment, and scientific research has proven that. Stress affects patients, family and staff negatively and is the effect of poorly designed healthcare environments. A study found that exposure to nature and sunlight helps mitigate stress, reduce pain, and improve health outcomes (Ulrich). The necessity for the creation of healing environments—especially in healthcare facilities—is made very apparent.
‘Redwood National Park.’ Solo Learn
‘Social Environment.’ Designing for Dementia, Click NL. 2017.
PALLIATIVE CARE Palliative care is care provided for the physical, social, spiritual, and emotional well-being of individuals and families dealing with their final moments in life. While it sometimes works along with curative treatments, its main goal is to improve the quality of life by relieving pain, stress, and all the symptoms associated with the dying process. Facing these difficult situations with palliative care allow patients and their families to make timely and informed decisions about their health and well-being.
As the exact time and manner of death is uncertain, the ability to function and understand the situation properly gives the patient and their family a small sense of control through all the uncertainty. (World Health Organization). “Healing is multidimensional: it includes physical, mental, spiritual, emotional and social elements.” - Gesler
HOSPICE CARE Hospice means ‘guest house’ and it offers palliative care to persons at the end of life. The first modern hospice, founded by Cicely Saunders, recognized the significance of dignity, respect, and compassion in relation to the process of dying. This first modern hospice is the initial
precedent to providing end-of-life care through physical, emotional and spiritual means. Today, hospice care facilities recognize the significance of allowing the patient to be at ease in the final moments of their life (Refuerzo).
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IN-PATIENT HOSPICE SOCIAL LIVING SPACE
CREATING A HEALING ENVIRONMENT Good relationships are essential to a therapeutic environment. The placement of social spaces breaks down hierarchies and barriers among patients and staff (Gesler). The centrally located living and kitchen space within the shared hospice are supportive of the social aspect of healing.
Natural Environment - each used space has views/ access to courtyards
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Social Environment - centrally located social spaces foster quality relationships among patients and staff
Concept of Intimacy - outdoor courtyards are accessible from multiple spaces while
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IN-PATIENT SUITES circulation space and entrance
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HOSPICE DAYCARE living and contemplative space
IN-PATIENT PRIVATE SUITE private garden
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COOPER HEWITT MUSEUM MANHATTAN, NEW YORK STUDIO SPRING 2016
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The Cooper Hewitt is a designed object museum located on 310 Lafayette Street in the Soho District of Manhattan. This prominent site is known for its large billboards and is a popular spot for advertising as it provides seemingly never-ending views down the busy streets of the city. The building protudes over the street to captures a strong visual connection with its context. The galleries are carved out of two large concrete masses to house the designed objects. The void transition space creates a vertical connection while separating the larger and smaller galleries.
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The ground floor provides three public entrances on all street facing sides of the building. The main entrance on Houston immediately transitions into the design objects gift shop. The east-west side entrances introduce visitors to the lobby of the museum, and leads them to the info desk and coat check. The second floor is the introductory level of the galleries and houses the only triple height gallery space that faces the public street Houston. Smaller, more intimate spaces continue to house galleries on the third and fifth floor. The top floor provides access to the rooftop cafe and bar to cap off the vertical procession with the views overlooking Houston.
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BICYCLE KITCHEN MANHATTAN, NEW YORK STUDIO SPRING 2016 Located in the active Crossroads district of Kansas City, the Bicycle Kitchen explores the unification of a bicycle shop, community event space, and cafe. An open dialogue between the outdoor plaza and the street scape introduces the users to the rest of the program including an auditorium, classroom, and flex spaces for events. The building houses functions such as community gatherings, presentations, learning workshops, and workout classes. The goal of the of the project is to unify the Crossroads community by encouraging a healthy and active life style through the many functions of the Bicycle Kitchen.
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The Bicycle Kitchen opens itself to the street through the outdoor plaza. The entrance to the bicycle shop and auditorium are located on the ground floor at the front of the building for direct street access. The three main functions—bicycle shop, auditorium, and cafe— work in a cohesive manner but they each have the ability to function independently. The auditorium connects the first two floors, and extends to the exterior unifying all the public spaces of the program. The second floor acts as an event space that is flexible for different types of public gatherings.
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FUNERARY CHAPEL MANHATTAN, KANSAS STUDIO FALL 2014 The Funerary Chapel provides a place for funeral ceremonies for the neighboring Sunset Cemetery. The program provides large and small funerary processions for indoor and outdoor gatherings. The indoor and outdoor sanctuaries are placed on perpendicular axes and intersect at a central narthex. All four chapels may be used independently and simultaneously all with access to the entrance drive through, narthex, and building services. This project was created entirely of hand drawings and model craft. Hand drawings reveal the organization of the program and relationship of the two main axes. The usage of lighting and geometry of the massing is visible in the model.
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STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE During the spring semester of 2017, I had the opportunity to study architecture abroad in the Czech Republic. My family heritage traces itself back to 1665 to the Bohemian region of present-day Czech Republic, which invited me to explore the old world. Throughout my 5 month stay, I traveled to 14 different countries. This journey allowed me to improve my qualities as an architect, while strengthening my confidence to tackle any obstacle, and make the most of any opportunity. Exploring new places required being independent and adaptable as I experienced new perspectives of culture, language, qualities of living, and values of life. The inspiration to never stop exploring is a value I forever hold dearly.
Prague, Czech Republic
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Innsbruck, Austria
Rome, Italy
Omis, Croatia
Oia, Santorini, Greece
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MODRANY PLAN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC STUDY ABROAD STUDIO SPRING 2017 Collaboration with Christian Berger
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I studied the history of art, architecture and culture, language and interior design in my lecture classes and seminars. I enrolled into a city planning design studio to broaden my perspective of all architecture disciplines.
to visit and research the historical development, assess the strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately produce a planning and design strategy to benefit the residential district.
In the city planning studio, I was partnered with a classmate and assigned to study a residential district within the capital of the Czech Republic. Our task was
We worked side by side and were equally responsible for all parts of the project through design, graphics, and presentation.
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ANALYSIS Modrany is a predominately residential suburb to the south of the City Center of Prague and belongs to the municipal district of Prague 12. Historically, Modrany was home to a bustling industrial development along the Vltava River. The proximity to the river created an ideal condition for Industrial development and made for easy transportation of goods and materials. However, as the need for large scale industry scaled back, the majority of the lots along the river became abandoned and Modrany became increasingly residential. Its access to protected natural environments make it a perfect balance between
proximity to the center of the city and rich natural amenities, ideal for the growth of housing developments. Unfortunately for Modrany, its industrial past coupled with some recent developments have created certain challenges to the continued development and penetrability of the area. The infrastructure of the area now provides significant barriers to many of Modrany’s most desirable areas and attributes. However, it remains a very desirable place for current and future residents and provides great potential.
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high density housing - unclear public space low density housing - clear organization former industry - poorly connected local neighborhood unit center existing pedestrian connections barrier created by infrastructure protected green space
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URBAN IMAGE paths edges districts nodes landmarks
FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS
residential mixed use commercial
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RIVERSIDE MODRANY CONCEPT
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One of the largest problems facing this area is the barrier created by the tram line and the rail line. To alleviate this problem, the tram has been moved to the center of the roadway, while connections are created at major axis points through the brim of the railway. These connections are highlighted by green spaces 38
that bring the natural elements of the riverside to the area. A commercial development is also created along Modranska to continue the commercial line that is to the south and north of this area and create a more activated and pedestrian friendly street.
NEW MODRANY CONCEPT LAND USE commercial/ business school residential
LAND USE TRANSPORTATION vehicular roads parking bus stops pedestrian ways tram and rail lines tram stops
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The higher density housing development of Modrany currently lacks a clear organization of space and no clear delineation of public space and presents a stark contrast in demographics from the lower density areas of Modrany. To provide a better organization and to interject and more
varied scale of housing, a clearer street grid is laid over the area and filled with a variety of housing types. A boulevard along Cs Exilu provides a point of cohesion between east and west while a new park connects two of the local centers of Modrany. 39
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John Dolechek graduate student at Kansas State University 316.461.8560 johndolechek@gmail.com
education Aug 2013 - Present Graduating May 2018 Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
Kansas State University Architecture - Manhattan, Kansas Graduate GPA: 4.0 Dean’s Honor List in 6 semesters Czech Tech University Study Abroad - Prague, Czech Republic enrolled in History, Culture, and Interior Design classes collaborated in a city planning design studio
job experience Jun 2016 - Jan 2018
Aug 2013 - Present Jan 2014 - Aug 2014
Intern LK-Architecture - Wichita, Kansas architectural Intern for retail department participated in computer drafting, involved in team meetings, traveled to site visits, and occasionally communicated with clients Fabrication Lab Mentor KSU APDesign - Manhattan, Kansas assisted students in college of architecture on wood working projects Freelance Contractor Self-Employed - Wichita, Kansas re-finished hardwood floors, replaced siding on houses, renovated kitchens and bathrooms
skills Software Rhino3D, AutoCAD, SketchUp, REVIT, Word, PowerPoint, Excel Adobe Programs - InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, PremeirePro Tangibles sketching, hand drafting, model making, wood working, acrylic and oil painting
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involvement Aug 2013 - Present
Student Ambassador College of Architecture given building tours for visitors, assisted in receptions, participated in introductory videos for receptions
Aug 2013 - Present
Intramurals Kansas State University participating in flag football, ultimate frisbee, basketball and softball
Aug 2013 - May 2014
Governing Board Representative Moore Residence Hall represented Moore Hall 5th floor in campus residence meetings
honors Spring 2018
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Fall 2017 - Spring 2018
Victor Regnier Scholarship
Fall 2015 - Spring 2016
Schafer, Johnson, Cox and Frey Associates, P.A. Scholarship
Fall 2015 - Spring 2016
Howard and Helmer Architects, P.A. Scholarship
references Ed Wilson internship supervisor at LK-Architecture ewilson@lk-architecture.com 316.268.0230 (office)
Susanne Siepl-Coates graduate studio professor at Kansas State University scoates@k-state.edu 785.532.5953 (office)
Gary Coates professor at Kansas State University gcoates@k-state.edu 785.539.6415 (home)
Richard Hoag professor at Kansas State University rhoag@k-state.edu 785.532.5953 (office)
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