In the beginner’s mind there are many possibili es; in the experts mind there are few Shunryu Shuzuki Roshi
design + project .
a 01. 1 smoa 01. 2 housing authority b 02. 1 Chicago Tower 02. 2 Tampa Tower c 03. 1 Eco City Tianjin China +
04. 1 Thinking + Making
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05. 1 Design Development
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06. 1 Architecture+Dance
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07. 1 Evolo Compe
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Sarasota Museum of Art + addiƟon The following project is located in the Sarasota, Floirida area. Intended as an addi on to the exis ng Sarasota Highschool which was originally designed in the early 1920’s by a local Sarasota architect. The objec ve was to consider the integrity of the exis ng shell while incorpora ng the new museum addiƟon with sensi vity. The museum would house contemporary works from local and interna onally known ar sts . The museum would exhibit pain ngs, sculptures, and installa ons for the local community crea ng a connec on to the already rich Sarasota art district with new work from both leading and up and coming artists from around the world. The concept model to my right is a simple conceptual gesture that anchors the exis ng shell of the historic school leaving the facade to be viewed and not inhibited by the new interven on .
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Sarasota Museum of Art + addiĆ&#x;on Sec on Detail view expresses the structural intent of the project. The open view to below from the second and third level terrace allows for natural light, and defines the conceptual and poe c rela onship between the exisĆ&#x;ng (school) and the new museum. Through the use of materials and detailed connec ons the building expresses a rich tectonic quality. According to the needs of the museum the use of light has been strategically u lized to accomodate both the needs of the gallery spaces and providing the necessary views to the exterior connec ng the public realm with the interior of the building. The le sec on view clearly defines the celebra on between the old and the new allowing a well lit and covered area for pedestrian circula on and transi on between indoor outdoor spaces crea ng an invi ng natural condi on.
Conceptual Diagram The following diagram shows the axis point between the exis ng massing (yellow), and the addi on (nectar), and the main entrance (Gray) which acts as both separator and a mediator between the two worlds. The solid massing of the addi on is posi oned perpendicular to the exis ng mass and projected outward hovering toward the exis ng street ac ng as an anchor gree ng you to the front entrance of the museum
ObjecĆ&#x;ve
Screen Study Diagram
The purpose of the screen is to filter light during the morning and before the sunset in contrary with noon. The punctures are placed and assorted to density, specifically limi ng complete permeability and allowing specific quan es of light throughout.
Traveling GALLERY Two gallery spaces that are simple volumetric voids projected outside of the rigid skin framed shell that houses traveling exhibits. They are located on the west corner and the east facade. Visually and programa cally placed an connected for public view from street and from main public entrance
east GALLERY
Sarasota Museum of Art + addiĆ&#x;on The photomontage assumes the richness and quality of space surrounding the exterior por on of the programed public areas . The ground condi on contains reflec ve pools in sequence with a series of terraced steps, leading the public to experience the earthly quality of the exterior cladding of the buildings facade. The paths are well defined and reveal themselves as subtle gestures invi ng the pedestrian walking along the main vehicular path from either direc on. The overhang facing US41 provides both relief and shade necessary for the Florida climate. Facing west and hinged on the corner of the site it provides a public space for gathering before a major exhibit or simply a place to rest for people passing by.
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Pinellas County Elder Housing + Community
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The purpose of this project was to provide housing for returning wounded veterans. Main goal was to accomodate approximately 240 housing units while relocating exis ng oďŹƒces on the site with a 20,000 square feet facility.
Pinellas County Elder Housing + Community Unit type Study The following modular diagram shows the interlocking nature of the block unit types as they are assembled and systema cally arranged to provide for convenience and eďŹƒciency of space both condusive to the tropical climate. The solid masses represent the residen al units as conditoned spaces. The inter-locking nature of the mudules a ach and link with specific voids that account for outdoor public space
sec on / UNIT TYPE The following L shape configura on is taking advantage of possible square footage, while crea ng double high living spaces for the residence. Each mudule sets in place and repeats itself for eďŹƒciency. High ceilings are also necessary when designing spaces in humid climates.
Pinellas County Elder Housing + Community Living The building type and modular rela onship created in between each unit type, allows for healthy interac on among the residents. With the inclusion of the courtyard spaces, the complex gives a more engaged communal sensibility to the occupants making for a much richer public environment. The interlocking nature of the units and the intenonal manipula on of voids, create an outdoor space that is both passive in design and very considerate to florida climate.
Site
Chicago Commercial + ResidenĆ&#x;al Tower Located near downtown Chicago the site has a direct view of both Lake Michigan, and the Chicago River. The program objec ve was to design a mul -use tower with skycourts, while taking into considera on the orienta on of the site and the tradi ons and culture of the local community and area.
Conceptual collage
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Chicago / Commercial + ResidenĆ&#x;al Tower conceptual model The two study models to the le are conceptual itera ons generated from 2- dimensional collage study representa on in 3 dimensional form. The idea was to take the layered forms abstractly collage them through figureground and represent them in raw physical form. The process developed two extruded idea models that are theore cal representa ons of the grid city layout. combined with linear systems, layered montage images, and space and order studies. The models took shape in crea ng a rich visual tower as a system that speaks the language of structure, spa allity, and form.
tower + Skycourts structural model The skycourts act as a buer between neighborhoods to link the public open spaces with each type module. Each skycourt varies based on funcon and size. The sepera on between the unit tyes allows for a very passive design scheme. Air flow and circulaon of breeze will allow for cooling during the aggressive summer sun. Natural ven laon could also be considered as the buildings core is opened and permeable with each unit a achement at a distance from one another.
Ver cal Circula on
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TEAR + SKYCOURTS SecĆ&#x;on Diagram The sec on drawing diagram to the right expresses the relave rela onship between the tears and the skycourt interven ons. tear 1-5 represent the hierarchical rela onship between ground and sky based upon occupancy and monetary wealth. Within Tear 1 resides the commercial realm where the urban edge exist, connecting the local community to the residen al tower. Both tears 2 and 3 are residen al neighborhoods containing the midto high rise level residen al units. Tears 4-5 are exclusive residen al penthouse suites with advantageous views with prime visceral loca on.
TAMPA / Commercial + ResidenĆ&#x;al Tower project objecĆ&#x;ve Located near the Hillsborough River in downtown Tampa, the site is in need of a new and progressive mul -use tower. The design would encorporate inova on and bring together elements of urban philosophy through the design of a vercal tower. Taking into considera on the fundamental elements learned from the previous design scheme in Chicago, the Tampa tower would be approached with a sensive eye looking at the local context of the downtown area and res tching the desperately needed urban fabric with a new edge condi on that connects the local community.
The Tampa area in recent years is striving to be er the city fabric by making a more pedestrian friendly urban environment. With the recently developed Kyle Park, and new Museum of Contemporary arts which runs parallel to the Hillsborough River, the city has seen a significant shi in community awareness and involvement in the downtown area. The weekly events that spark local sprawl in the downtown district has sparked a need for a residen al mul -use tower that will serve as a func onal ver cal urban neighborhood that accommodates the desires of the business district.
Concept Model of Tower
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Massing + Site Model The massing model shows the exact loca on of site rela ve to surrounding context. The Hillsborough River, Kyle Park, and the Museum are all very important condi ons that exist on site to e together the much needed pedestrian culture.
connec ng + Hillsborough River The Hillsborough River brings life to the local area. Located a block from the site the river is a fundamental public body of water that is u lized by local community and the University of Tampa. The river becomes ac ve with younger crowds as a recrea onal hub for kayakers, boaters, and sunbathers.
Collage The collage is a theore cal representaon of figure ground rela onship of Tampa city grid. Used purely as a generator of ideas, the conceptual drawing is interpre ve and exploratory in nature
The SilhoueĆŠe The design will stand out above the other building types. It will visually connect the tower to the river and situate itself above the other buildings as a symbol of urban progressive thinking and green ini a ve.
Tectonic Study Model of Tower
Residen al
Commercial
TAMPA / Commercial + ResidenƟal Tower secƟon study The following sec on diagrams are informa ve of the Unit + Public space rela onship. Each unit type is dis nctly different and locates themselves strategically along the structural spine. With the open spaces between each tear the design becomes passive in nature and is sensi ve to the Florida climate. The skycourts are each dis nct in themselves as they all serve a different purpose based upon loca on within the tower. The main skycourt, located at the center of the tower will be a viewing space that also includes a green roof, park, and public swimming pool.
Tianjin / Urban Design+ CHINA Pathological Geomorphology The Tianjin area is located a couple hours outside of Beijing. The area use to be a rich prospering agricutural farming community with a thriving economy. Due to mass industrializa on and big construcon. In recent years the land has suered and has slowly developed into a poorly germinated city by bad planning and evident sprawl. With the combina on of poor public transporta on, and non-pedestrian friendly city planning. The people and economy of Tianjin have payed the price. Due to the lack of natural agriculture in the area, the city currently struggles with polluted waters and polluted air. Team3. Zinnia Villamor+Sean Smith+Juan Felipe Sanchez
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Street View Urban Edge
ECO + city
SIte Loca on + CHINA Pathological Geomorphology The plan diagram to my le is describing the loca on of density that will be considered when incorpora ng the new Mega-City blocks. The typology figure-ground above shows the building type rela onships crea ng open courtyards that will be used for public parks and agriculture. The strategy is to use as much natural condi ons that exist without compromising the integrity of the city fabric and the culture of Tianjin
MEGA+ block sec on ground view
Zoning + GREEN BELT Pathological Geomorphology By incorpor ng specific green networks such as Waterway stops, linear parks, set zoning for agriculture, and food cul va on, along with the introduc on of natural green superhighways, the process of revitalizing the currently polluted river systems will slowley make significant changes to the surrounding context, people, and cultures of Tianjin. The model to the right of this page is showing the pedestrian edge condions considered for local foot traďŹƒc. The building type treats the ground with a tear eect of low level buildings housing commercial program while u lizing the green roofs for water collec on and irriga on supply for the local community.
MEGA + complex Pathological Geomorphology The newly envisioned MEGA + complex has a vision for a major urban place making project designed to encourage residents of the area back to the center of Tianjin, China. The MEGA+complex is designed to reverse the sort of decentraliza on in the city due to current condi ons. The design solu on includes adapted passive strategies, density, green walks, with roof canopies, crea ng solid and sustainable architecture in what was a poorly developed city. This is a truly unique approach that takes into considera on many dierent ideologies with respect to the human popula on and while preserving the surrounding natural elements
MEGA + complex central markets
MEGA + complex THE RIVER + WALK Local Tianjin residence are occupying the river walk as it meanders through the city capturing invi ng views from the green park. As the city successfully develops, it becomes a self sustaining example of the quality of life in Tianjin, the city of the future. The circula on paths that surround the water ways are natural filters that collect and protect the natural river system from further contamina on
Re-ConstrucĆ&#x;on The maping sequence abstracted study of a Danish film directed by Christoer Boe (2003)
Thinking+Making The processes of understanding both the correla on between film, and architecture. The beauty that beholds itself through the poe cs of cinementograph, art, and architecture. This studio based design class was a wonderfully expressive study of the moments we capture during the process of thinking and making.
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Thinking+ Copenhagen The following study models are abstracted interpreta ons of both site and context influenced by the city layout of Copenhagen, Denmark. To the right the image is a photomontage layered study of the naturally defining influen al lines that exist in the city grid. To the le the physical assemblage is a matrix based design scheme developed through a rigorous analysis of the site.
the FINAL MODEL
Thinking + Making Light study of the spaces developed from the final model. It is clear that there is an order and orgniza on of the systems arranged in accordance with the idea of place and place making.
design+DEVELOPMENT The museum of modern art was designed during the fall semester of advanced design A studio. It was used to facilitate the necessary scale and programma c func on and size for developing a detailed document for design development. The tectonic explora on and structural innovaons used for the studio project were beneficial for detailed analysis and further augmenta on.
MOMENT RESISTING STEEL FRAME
design+STRUCTURE Steel grid frame and cast in place concrete plates were used for the structural membrane of the project. The wide flange ver cal and horizontal beams were placed 20 foot along the length of the project to provide rigidity and structural integrity to the framework.
HVAC + MECHANICAL SYSTEM
fire+PROTECTION The main stand pipe was 6� in diameter and placed accordingly throughout the buildings envelope to provide the necessary code rquired fire suppression system and security.
main stand pipe 6�
electrical+SYSTEM The main electrical system was integrated throughout providing the necessary power including hig voltage distribu on and all necessary loca ons for electrical closets and outlets based on code requirments.
ELECTRICAL CLOSET
HIGH VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION
Corner+DETAIL The glass mulion system uses glass fins as a means of support for maximum transparency. These tall facades must suspend from the structure above with the glass panels fastened to the mullions by Pilkington Planer TM fi ngs. This means the combined weight of both the panels and the mullions is carried by the connec on at the head of each fin.
architecture + DANCE
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flow+SPACE THE CONCEPT
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A colabora ve project with the arts department, focused on the human anatomy, dance, and architecture. There is much to be learned from the human body as it relates to movement, structure, and poe cs of the exterior shell and form of the human physique. The class was an explora on in model making, interpre ve dance, art, and architecture. The following image is an expressive study of human propor on in rela onship to space organized about a linear system
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fabricaĆ&#x;on+ MOVEMENT The digitally fabricated model below is a sequence model of a series of linear movements that were documented through photography in individual frames, comprising the following study model. The model extrapulates on each sequen al movements through the performance. Each fabricated unit represents an individual movement withn the act, crea ng a spa al condi on that can be occupied physically, and can relate to human body and scale.
furniture DESIGN Care of making
Care of Making Chair Furniture Design The hand craĹŒed chair is the result of a series of studies and movements that were documented through sketching the independent body postures. The chair extrapolates on each posture movements through the performance. The piece is fabricated with thin layers of plywood glued together, clamped to the mold holding the layers in the shape of the chair. Although this is a prototype, the design exceeded the expectaĆ&#x;ons for usage and durability, it can hold up to 300 pounds and. the shape makes a truly comfortable piece of furniture and relates to the human body.
Osmose Linfen, China Problem
Named the dir est place of the planet, to spend one day in Linfen is the same as smoking 3 packs of cigare es. Linfen deliver what any country of over 1 billion of people need, 1 ton of energy. A landscape of oil spewing a bunch of toxic chemicals into the air and poisoning the land and the water, there are no clouds just permanent toxic fumes hovering the city. Linfen is an industrial city with a popula on of 4.1 million people, situated in the center of the Shanxi province. The primary energy source of Shanxi area is coal, everyday thousands of trucks full of coal go between Linfen and the rest of china's ci es. U lizing coal without pollu on is a global dilemma.
SoluƟon
The tower is conceived as a ver cal extrusion. Twisting its way up is a response to the equatorial sunpath, receiving more direct sunlight towards the clad facade with the algae screen. The shape of the tower also responds to the prevailing winds, so the algae screen can feed on carbon dioxide and filter the air. The tower is a mul -use structure divided into three parts; residen al area, public area and industrial area. The residen al area comprises a ver cal algae field, residences, offices, health center, community spaces, four main sky refuge areas, and three skycourts. The public sec on offers plazas, parks, organic market, restaurants, retail commerce, boardwalks, riverwalks, bike lanes, transporta on rail sta on and parking. The industrial area includes labs, offices, mills to process the algae, boilers area, turbine room, clarifica on area, dis lla on room, power distribu on room, storage space, dispatch garage, and parking.
Osmose
Carbondioxide + Algae = Ethanol
The residen al por on will house displace farmers. The farmers will maintain the the algae to the highest standard and algae will feed on the exsesive carbon dioxide in the environment. Refuge areas will provide relaxa on and medita on spaces. Skycourts will provide for addi onal algae pools and ver cal farming. The public area will serve as a pedestrian connector between the residen al, the industrial por on, and the urban fabric. Restaurants and retail will benefit from the pedestrian circula on happening at the plazas parks as well as the market, which will distribute all the goods coming from the residen al farming.
Standard tower condiƟon. more sun exposure on unwanted surfaces, prevailing winds conflict with the structure
Twisted geometry based Greater green exposure on pervaling wind forces to the sun and the urban and sun exposure. context. VerƟcal farming and open skycourts
Overall context, ground condiƟon in relaƟon with the geometry of the structure
The Industrial sec on will receive all the algae produced on the residen al por on through the algae duct system. Algae will pass through the plant dis lla on process to generate power back to the tower, for the sale of ethanol and other components. Ethanol trucks will be wai ng to be filled up and forward to other loca ons in demand for this source of energy.