John Landscape Joseph Design
...to change the world, so that it is more functional and more beautiful— to enhance the human experience...
Work Samples Design/Build Longmeadow, Ma Urban Design Springfield, Ma Digital Rendering Model Building
Design/Build Longmeadow, Ma This project endows a suburban backyard with a new private garden space. Placed within a gently sloping lawn, the curve of a five ton goshen stone wall gives form to a dry-laid patio space below. In the shape of a half moon,this space is optimal for sunbathing by day, and fire pits by night.
The existing area, consisting of sloped lawn, made little contribution to the property. The intent of this project was to provide usable outdoor space to be enjoyed by the client. A thorough design process was necessary to communicate ideas and ensure a high quality final product. A digital model allowed for the space to be understood well before construction began, and construction details served as essential references used to guide the building process.
6"
6" Fill Spaces with Sand
1" 1"
Dry-Laid Paver Sand
8"
1" Crushed Stone
Landscaping Fabric Undisturbed Earth
Common Fill 1"
Dry-Laid Goshen Stone
6" 18" Landscaping Fabric
1" Crushed Stone 4"
Undisturbed Earth 8"
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12"
Urban Design Springfield, Ma 2017 BSLA Student Merit Award Project Partners: Devon Vendetti, Eric Kadziolka This redesign transforms a downtown city street. Enhancements include an altering of traffic patterns, the incorporation of stormwater management, and the treatment of trees as a vital form of city infrastructure. As a result, the proposed streetscape allows citizens and visitors to travel and thrive in a rebounding urban center.
Above: Dwight Street is one of four streets which together define the perimeter of Springfield’s downtown area. This design proposal is intended to set the precedent for all of the city’s major arteries. Opposite: Before and after images emphasize improvements made to the street’s traffic patterns. The existing conditions support three lanes of high-speed one-way traffic. The proposed streetscape places greater importance on pedestrians and cyclists. Central bike lanes and bike boxes at intersections give priority to cyclists. The two remaining car lanes now allow traffic to move in both directions. Raised crosswalks and altered curb radii slow traffic and enhance pedestrian crossings.
The redesign of Dwight Street also addresses the challenge of stormwater management by incorporating bioretention basins in the street’s existing parking lanes. This decision respects the city’s need for economic growth. With this in mind, the basins are located at the four corners of each intersection. This maintains a large portion of each block for on-street parking to support the local businesses there. Balancing social and environmental factors fosters economic growth while reducing the harmful effects of development.
Low growing sedge grass lets drivers easily see pedestrians at the crosswalk Soil layer 18” Gravel layer 4”
Curb extension
Perforated drainage pipe
Crushed stone layer 18”
Digital Rendering In any endeavor to translate three dimensional design into two dimensional form, the importance of plans, sections, and perspectives cannot be understated. It is the interplay of these three types of drawings that results in clear design communication. These renderings depict imagined spaces which I designed during my collegiate career. They are an example of my vision, providing a glimpse into a future in which people and nature interact, and both are benefited.
Model Building Each of these models is an exploration of design ideas. The practice of building models promotes an enhanced understanding of space by letting a design be studied from every possible angle. This process is not only enjoyable, but also allows for the truest representation of design.
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