Architectural Portfolio of Kristyn Assmann
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Kristyn Assmann 913.488.8006 kristyn@ksu.edu 7748 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66216
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Spatial Study Hand Rendering • Charcoal
Table of Contents Vertical Village..........................................................................................3 Metropolis Magazine’s Living Cities Competition In Collaboration With Maryam AlBalushi, Barbora Kadlecova, and Ying Zhu The Urban Pantry....................................................................................13 Kansas AIA Student Design Competition Finalist Manko Design Competition Finalist Martin Puryear Art Museum....................................................................22 Charles Burton Design Competition Winner Reading, Kansas Community Center........................................................28 Bowman Forum Design Competition Winner Chicago Housing....................................................................................35 Miscellaneous Work...............................................................................43
Residential Floors: The Relaxation Block
Vertical Village Metropolis Magazine’s Living Cities Competition With Maryam AlBalushi, Barbora Kadlecova, and Ying Zhu The purpose of this competition was to design a residential skyscraper in New York City using a steel structural system which reflects the changing workforce demographics in the 21st century. To begin with, we chose Long Island City in Queens as our site in order to provide affordable housing to meet the rising demand in Queens. This area is also home to many local artists, who are our targeted tenants. Our building is envisioned as an alternative to the anonymity of the city by providing opportunities for people to establish lasting relationships with those around them. After analyzing the typology of a typical residential neighborhood, we brought ideas to foster a close-knit community into our building. We included amenities that bring people together to form relationships, such as community gardens and educational classes. The building itself is divided into “blocks� similar to a neighborhood, which are shifted to create outdoor gardens. Light holes carved into the blocks allow ample natural daylighting and cross ventilation, while also providing common spaces for tenant use. Open floor plans allow residents to shape their space and make it their own. All of these ideas create a home that is more than just a place to sleep; it is a place full of life and community. It is a vertical village.
Site Zoning Regulations
227‘
227‘
15’ se
tback on all sides 270’
225‘
40% maximum lot coverage
Amenities Within a 10 Minute Walk
transportation stops
food/restaurant
public parks
private (manufacturing, vacant, etc.)
service/retail
residential
Site Analysis
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LIGHTS DOG WALKING
ROOF GARDEN SKY
SKILL GREEN HOUSE RECEPTION WEDDING MUSIC
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
ORGANIC
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
SPORTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RELAX
COFFEE
WI-FI
TEACHING
LEARN CONVENIENCE STORE BOOKS
TEA
SWEETS
FREE TIME
HELLO
VIDEOS
MEDIA
TOYS
MARKET ORGANIC FOOD
KIDS
LECTURE
SHOPPING
PLAYGROUND SPIRITUAL CENTER
LIBRARY
DELICIOUS
SALE
WINE TEACHING
RESTAURANT SNACKS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
PLAYING
LOVE
LAUGH CHILDREN
DAYCARE
FAMILY GATHERING
PARK
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
PEDESTRIAN ZONE
OUTDOOR SPACE
MEET
GAMES
RECREATION CENTER
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RELAX
RUNNING
SPA
CLIMBING
HEALTH WORKING OUT
REST
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
MARINA
FOOD
CONVENIENT ECO SHOPPING
TECH
SAFE
GROCERY
PEACE
TEACHING
TEAMWORK
FARMING
CANDY
SHARING RELIGION
HELP
LEARN
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS
GREEN
SITTING
THE CITY
CLASSROOM
GROWING
MOVIE
GARDEN
RENT
NEIGHBOR
FRESH AIR
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS RESIDENTS
residential shopping dining education greens health
VIEWING
STUDY
MAKE A NEIGHBORHOOD A BUILDING
PARTY
WHAT IS IN A NEIGHBORHOOD
PEOPLE
LAZY TEA
COMMUNICATION AFTERNOON
Evolution of the Vertical Village
SHARED OUTDOOR SPACE
LIGHT HOLES
PRISM
DIVISION
SHIFTING
HORIZONTAL COMMUNICATION
CARVING
CONNECTIVITY
Connectivity Within Residential Blocks
CORE VERTICAL COMMUNICATION 3 elevators 1 service elevator 2 evacuation stairs STAIRS CONNECTING LIGHT HOLES GREEN SPACES/LOUNGE AREAS CREATED BY LIGHT HOLES
RESIDENTIAL UNITS ACCESS RESIDENTIAL UNITS open skywalks around the inner diameter of residential block CENTRAL COMMUNITY SPACE bottom floor of each residential block for gathering
Diagrams
5
W12 BEAM
8” PRECAST CONCRETE FLOOR SLAB
W12 COLUMN
Steel Structural System With Concrete Cores
Precast, prestressed concrete slab system with hooped bars that loop around shear connections set into wide flange beams. Voids are filled with in situ concrete and covered with a strip waterproof membrane. Desired finishes are placed on top.
Stiffened bolted steel structure reinforced with seat angles and welded for extra rigidity against moment forces.
Structure
6
marina
Connecting to the Community
EAST RIVER
50TH AVENUE
mail farmers market
craft store lobby
outdoor plaza
tiered seating
2ND STREET
media library
public park
CENTER BOULEVARD
51ST AVENUE
Rendering • Site Plan
7
Residential Floors: The Piazza Block
laundry 1 BR 3 BR
3 BR 2 BR tel/ data
elec. trash
1 BR
1 BR 2 BR
ST
Rendering • Plan
8
Gardens of the Future: Hydroponic Farm and Grocery
UP
hydroponic farm admin.
tel/data
rr
trash rr
elec. office
community grocery
Rendering • Plan
9
Studio Apartment
DW
REF.
One Bedroom Apartment
DW
REF.
Apartment Units
10
DW
REF.
Two Bedroom Apartment
DN
UP
DW
REF.
Three Bedroom Apartment
Apartment Units
11
The Vertical Village
Rooftop Observation Deck and Cafe
Exterior • Rooftop
12
Deli Overlooking General Sales and Produce
The Urban Pantry Kansas AIA Student Design Competition Finalist Manko Design Competition Finalist This supermarket is sited in the Crossroads district of Kansas City, a vibrant and diverse community of artistic expression and creativity. In my approach to this project, my goal was to celebrate the rich culture and history of the area through my design. To accomplish this, I focused on connecting the building to the local urban context, celebrating the artistic heritage of the area, and creating a space central to the community. Overall, my design employs many strategies to foster unity with the area both physically and culturally. To connect with the context, site specific materials are chosen, and public green space breaks up the vast amount of hardscape. The solidity of the historic architecture of the area versus the lightness of the modern art is represented, and important local views are highlighted. To embrace the artistic culture, the form of the building is very sculptural, and there are several places dedicated for the showcase of local art. Finally, to enhance the community itself, a high degree of transparency and openness is employed throughout the design, and the south façade is particularly engaging to the busy street corner. All of these elements work together in my design to create an “Urban Pantryâ€? made just for the Kansas City Crossroads.
Historic Architecture
Modern Art
Crossroads Analysis
14
Site Analysis
SITE ANALYSIS
USAGE Site Creative Space Retail Dining Service
MATERIALITY Brick Concrete Stone Metal
TRANSPORTATION Primary Thoroughfare Secondary Thoroughfare Tertiary Thoroughfare Pedestrian Route Covered Bus Stop Sign Post Bus Stop
VIEWS Kauffman Center and Bartle Hall Power and Light District Downtown Crown Center District
HARDSCAPE Existing Parking Lot
Concept: Art and Community View to Downtown
Translucent
Creation of Public Green Spaces
View to the Kauffman Center and Bartle Hall View to Crown Center
Wood Louvers (material new to the area) Opaque Metal Paneling (fill material gap)
Transparent
Curtain Wall System (exisiting material context)
Street Corner Connectivity
Site Analysis • Concept
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1
B
A
D
C
A5.2
E
F
A3.1 2
A
3' - 0 1/2"
21' - 4"
10' - 0"
UP
9
LOADING AREA E
E
38' - 10 1/2"
13' - 9 3/4"
10
105
STOCK AREA
4' - 4 1/2"
8
104
16' - 11 1/2"
12' - 8 1/4"
7
H
1' - 0"
6
1' - 0"
6' - 0"
5' - 0"
4' - 1"
1' - 6"
38' - 10 1/2" 5' - 0"
1' - 6"
0' - 4 1/2"
13' - 0"
E
SHELVING
110
A7.0
49' - 6 3/4
GENERAL SA
101
42' - 3 1/2"
A4.0
32' - 4 1/2"
SHELVING
47' - 2 1/2"
" 18' -0
COVERED PARKING
2
5
UPRIGHT COOLERS OPEN ACCESS
8' 0"
1
2' - 5 1/4" 1' - 5" 3' - 0"
5' - 0"
1' - 6"
UPRIGHT FREEZERS REAR ACCESS 38' - 11 1/2"
ASPHALT PAVING
A3.1
5' - 0"
R 28 UP 0' - 7" @
SHELVING
13' - 0" SHELVING
0" 6' -
A 1
8' - 2"
5' 0"
3' - 11 3/4"
6' - 11 1/2" 0' - 6" 0' - 6" 0' - 11 1/2"
G
3
POLISH
108 18' - 6"
18' - 4 3/4"
14' - 10 3/4"
16' - 4"
T.O.LEVEL 1
106
PARKING ENTRY VESTIBULE
PARKING LOT EL = -0’ - 4”
4
A5.1
CHECK OUT/MAIN ENTRY
1' - 0"
SKYLIGHT OVERHEAD
19' - 2"
PROPERTY LINE
33' - 3" 0' - 3 1/4"
2 1
A
1 A4.0
Ground Floor
A
B
C
D
E
2 A3.0
F
H
G
I
J
K
33
L
32 31 30 0' - 6"
MANKO ISOBAR 2-1/2" FACE DIM. 1-3/4" TRIPLE IG
36' - 1 1/2"
27 BUILDING APRON
F
17' - 11 1/2"
DISPLAY TABLE BAKERY DISPLAY
109 1' - 0" 9' - 8 1/2"
BAKERY WORK COUNTER
6' - 1 1/4"
ELEVATOR MECHANICAL
0' - 6"
T.O. LEVEL 1 FLOORING EL = 0’ - 2”
NATURAL WOOD BAKERY
B
SIDEWALK EL = 0’ - 0”
0' - 4 1/2" 9' - 10"
103
54' - 9 3/4"
A7.1
DISPLAY TABLE
10' - 7"
1
ROBBINS 33/32" LOCK-TITE MAPLE FLOORING
G
SHELVING
A3.0
1 A5.0
PRODUCE
28' - 10 1/4"
SHELVING
DISPLAY TABLE
TABLE
1 A6.0
9' - 2 1/4"
1' - 0"
18 17 16
PEDESTRIAN ENTRY VESTIBULE
15
17' - 11 3/4"
19' - 5" 0' - 3 1/2" G
21
19
A4.0
DISPLAY
DISPLAY TABLE
A9.4
1 SLAB EL = 0’ - 2”
Ecotect Daylight Analysis: Sufficient Daylighting Achieved
2
D
HED CONC. FLOORING
24
20
102
1
25
22
1 A9.3
12' - 2 1/2"
6' - 0"
4"
26
23
BAKERY DISPLAY
DISPLAY TABLE
ALES
28
23' - 0 3/4"
20' - 2 3/4"
29
SOLARBAN 60 SOLAR CONTROL LOW-E GLASS
H
3' - 4 1/4" 3' - 0"
29' - 10 1/2"
F
HSST
1' - 0"
1' - 0"
4' - 5 1/2"
UP 28 R @ 0' - 7"
0' - 3 1/4" 3' - 0"
9' - 11 3/4"
107
7' - 7 1/2"
4' - 1"
14
24' - 1"
7' - 11 3/4"
0' - 6" 0' - 6" 0' - 3 1/2"
13 12
Sculptural Intersecting Building Form
11
G
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J
K
L
Plan • Diagrams
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Produce and Bakery
F A
1
2
A5.2
A9.4
H
G
I
K
J
L
1 A6.1
29' - 10 1/2" SHELVING
A9.2
A
4' - 11" DELI
201
DISPLAY TABLE
B
12' - 8"
DISPLAY TABLE
20' - 6" 16' - 4 1/4"
23
1' - 0"
OPEN TO BELOW
22 B
DN 1
10' - 5 1/2"
30' - 11 1/2"
A5.0
DISPLAY TABLE
OPEN TO BELOW
2 A9.3
2
1 A6.2
A4.0 D
21 20 19
R 19 UP 0' - 7" @
18
DISPLAY TABLE
C
B
9' - 3 3/4"
24 F
2' - 3"
3' - 5 1/2" B
DISPLAY TABLE
1 A5.1
20' - 0"
2’ - 0” 4’ - 0”
4' - 0"
2’ - 10”
GUARDRAIL
35' - 4"
DELI DISPLAY
29' - 9 1/4" WORK COUNTER
24' - 6 3/4"
19' - 8 3/4"
A
2
1' - 0" 9' - 8 1/2"
25
LANDING EL = 4' - 6 3/4"
68' - 0 1/2"
C
A4.0
MECHANICAL SHAFT
6' - 0"
H
3' - 5"
4' - 9 1/4"
DECK EL = 15' - 10"
26' - 7"
66' - 2 3/4"
63' - 5 1/4"
2x6 WOOD DECKING
207 2
0' - 4 1/2"
203 F
26
G
OUTDOOR ART PATIO
70' - 8 1/2"
13' - 3"
G
UP 19 R @ 0' - 7" H
SHELVING
B
DN
9' - 10"
3' - 0"
4' - 2 1/4"
1' - 2 1/4"
RR (MEN) C
202 B
C
F
9' - 11 1/4"
0' - 8 1/4" GENERAL SALES
H
H
4' - 3 3/4"
6' - 1 1/4"
20' - 10 3/4"
A
0' - 4 1/4"
5' - 0" 1' - 3"
204
6' - 0" 1' - 7 1/4"
205
UPRIGHT COOLERS REAR ACCESS
RR (WOMEN) H
H
STAFF ROOM
21' - 3 1/4" 2' - 0 1/4" 5' - 0" 1' - 6" 5' - 0" 1' - 6"
0' - 4 1/2"
11' - 4 3/4"
/2" 71
12' - 9"
11' - 7 1/4"
4' - 0" 9' - 8 3/4"
C
0'
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18' - 4 3/4"
2' - 0" 5' - 0 1/2" 2' - 1"
3'
REF.
13' - 0 1/2" H
H
35' - 4"
B
DW
0' - 4 1/2"
21' - 0" H
25' - 3 3/4"
2x6 WOOD DECKING
206
16' - 2 1/4"
0' - 8 3/4"
0' - 4 1/2"
2' - 2 3/4" 5' - 0" 3' - 8 3/4"
1' - 1 1/2" 4' - 0"
10' - 9 1/2"
2' - 0" 8' - 2 1/2"
6' - 10"
2' - 8 1/2" 4' - 0" 2' - 4" 4' - 0"
3' - 10 3/4"
2' - 0"
3' - 10 3/4"
11' - 7 3/4"
0' - 4 1/2" 12' - 6 1/4"
MANAGER'S OFFICE
4' - 0"
OPEN TO BELOW T.O. LEVEL 2 SLAB EL = 16' - 0"
POLISHED CONC. FLOORING
30' - 6 1/4"
1 A9.1
4' - 0"
10' - 9 1/4"
4' - 0"
1' - 10 1/4" 4' - 11 3/4"
1' - 0" 4' - 0" 52' - 11 3/4"
1' - 8 1/2" 5' - 0"
5' - 0 1/2" 2' - 0"
2' - 1" 4' - 0"
A
6' - 6 1/2"
1 A4.0
Second Floor
F
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Rendering • Plan
J
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15” x 12” PRECAST CONC. BEAM
8” CONC. SLAB
9” REINF. C.I.P. TWO-WAY FLAT PLATE PLUMBING WET WALL 12” DIAM. C.I.P. CONC. COLUMN LH SERIES 42” OWSJ @ 10’ O.C. W16x40 STL BEAM
FIRE-RATED WALL ASSEMBLY W12x40 STEEL COLUMN @ 26’ O.C.
9” REINF. C.I.P. TWO-WAY FLAT PLATE 8” CONC. SLAB
ASPHALT PAVING 12” x 12” PRECAST CONC. COLUMN
MAT FOUNDATION SLAB TO STAY WITHIN PROPERTY LINE 9” REINF. C.I.P. TWO-WAY FLAT PLATE 12” DIAM. C.I.P. CONC. COLUMN
6-3/4” CONC. FLOOR SLAB 4x8 HSST
COLUMN FOOTING
5 1/4” CONC. FLOOR SLAB
9” REINF. C.I.P. TWO-WAY FLAT PLATE
Structural Systems
12” REINF. CONC. WALL 15” x 12” PRECAST CONC. BEAM
Mechanical Systems
CONC. SLAB EDGE STEM WALL
1 A5.2 2
2 A6.0
A9.4
A
H
JANITOR
WORK COUNTER
4' - 2 1/4"
5' - 0" 0' - 6 1/4"
CAFE RR
H
0' - 4 1/2"
F C H
26' - 0"
9' - 8 1/2" DECK EL = 26' - 10"
2x6 WOOD DECKING 2x6 WOOD DECKING
2' - 3"
20' - 8 3/4"
9' - 10"
H
MECHANICAL SHAFT
6' - 0" 1' - 7 1/4"
6' - 1 1/4"
302
11' - 0 3/4"
39' - 11"
305 1
G
26' - 2 1/4"
DN
2 A6.2
CAFE
A4.0
0' - 9 3/4"
31' - 0"
5' - 6 3/4" 2 A4.0
4' - 0"
0" 6' -
12' - 3 1/4"
301
A5.0
22' - 10 1/2"
6' - 11 1/4"
OPEN TO BELOW
2
1 A9.0
OUTDOOR CAFE SEATING G
DECK BELOW SEE A2.2
MANKO ISOBAR 2-1/2" FACE DIM. 1-3/4" TRIPLE IG
34' - 0 1/2"
CAFE STORAGE
4' - 0"
H H
DN
17' - 4 1/4"
CAFE SERVICE COUNTER
OPEN TO BELOW
SOLARBAN 60 SOLAR CONTROL LOW-E GLASS
4' - 3"
303
41' - 2 1/2"
304
H
26' - 0"
26' - 7 1/4" 1
GUARDRAIL
A5.1
T.O. LEVEL 3 SLAB EL = 27' - 0"
POLISHED CONC. FLOORING
OPEN TO BELOW
Third Floor
A 1 A4.0
Systems • Plan
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CAFE
GENERAL SALES
Wall Section: Produce and Outdoor Cafe Patio
OUTDOOR CAFE SEATING
BAKERY
PRODUCE
Architectural Detail: Cafe Patio Parapet
Wall Section • Detail
19
Large-Scale Sectional Model
Realization of the Concept: Art and Community
Architectural Detail: Roof Overhang
Model • Section Perspective • Detail
20
Front Entry: Embracing the Street Corner
Rendering
21
Capturing the Essence of Martin Puryear
Martin Puryear Art Museum Charles Burton Design Competition Winner This single-artist museum is dedicated to American sculptor, Martin Puryear. It is important to him that his art reveals the process of its making. The tar and mesh he uses most often create various levels of translucency. Dualities are also common in his work – solidity and transparency, mass and weightlessness, interior and exterior. This project is located within the historic Soho district of New York City. Programmatic elements include ample gallery space for permanent and temporary exhibits, a café, a bookstore/gift shop, a small auditorium, a resource library, several offices, a conservation studio, and plenty of storage space. Overall, my design focuses on the three main aspects of Martin Puryear’s art: assembly, dualities, and degrees of transparency. The overall form of the building consists of two different pieces assembled like a dry fit connection. Dualities of light and dark, heavy and delicate, and enclosed and open are present through the use of materiality, degrees of enclosure, and mass. Levels of translucency are achieved through the solid brick, fully transparent windows, and the louvered façade. All of these elements work together to create a museum uniquely dedicated to the beautiful works of Martin Puryear.
Formal Strategy: Assembly
Connection to Context: Datums and Local Materiality
Structure: Massive vs. Delicate
Galleries Monumental Free-Standing Light-Sensitive Other Auditorium Public Amenities Offices Service
Program
Light
Diagrams
23
Main Entry: Intriguing the Visitor
Museum Integration Within the Site Context
New York City Context Map: Soho
Rendering • Aerial Site
24
C Sculpture Garden
A
Auditorium
UP
UP
Janitor
DN
Cafe A Temporary Gallery
B
Shop
M Shaft
Gallery
Lobby
UP
C B
Ground Floor
Model: Southeast Elevation
Plan • Model
25
Cafe, Auditorium, Gallery, Library
Auditorium Daylighting
Fourth Floor Monumental Sculpture Gallery Space
Section • Renderings
26
C A Director’s Office Open Office
Janitor
DN
LIbrary
A Gallery B
Founders’ Room
M Shaft Open to Below
Open to Below Gallery
C
DN
B
Fourth Floor
Model: Third Floor Free-Standing Gallery
Cafe Daylighting
Monumental and Light-Sensitive Sculpture Galleries Plan • Model • Rendering Section Perspective
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Connection from Entry to Community Room to Park
Reading Community Center Bowman Forum Design Competition Winner This project is a community center for the small town of Reading, Kansas, destroyed by a tornado in 2011. The overall concept of my design is based on the idea of renewal after the devastation. The building is located on the northern boundary of the site, angling towards the town in order to connect it to the community. The site zoning creates connections with the preexisting structures. The building itself rises out of the ground, a metaphor for Reading rising up out of this tragedy. The curved form of the roofs mimics the local landscape of the Flint Hills, whose gently rolling hills and sharp escarpments perfectly convey the concept of rising from the ashes to begin anew. The curved roofs also provide a variety of spatial experiences. The program is divided into service, community, artist, and amphitheater functions separated by thick concrete walls. Southern glazing allows for natural daylighting while creating a visual connection from the town, through the building, and into the existing park. The materiality is drawn from native structures: concrete and metal from grain silos. The roof cladding is Cor-ten AZP panels, which contain a high recycled content, reinforcing the concept of rebirth.
Study Models
Early Concept Sketches
Process
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FIRST STREET
C
D
B
OFFICE
Y LIBRAR PANTRY
KITCHEN
OFFICE / STUDIO LARGE ROOM SEMINAR
G MEETIN ROOM
ART STUDIO
E
R JANITO
MUSIC CE PRACTI RR
CHESTNUT STREET
RR
DN
TRY MAIN EN Y SPAC GALLER
DN
FRONT STREET
A
ART STUDIO MUSIC CE PRACTI
E
CE -RESIDEN ARTIST-IN UDIO ST
RR
E
DN
ARE
CHILD C
OOM UNITY R
COMM
A
B
Site Plan/Ground Floor
DINING
DN
ROOM C
D
Model: Front Entry and Rear Opening into the Park
Plan • Model
30
West Elevation
Community Room Section
Elevation • Section
31
Model: South Elevation
Building Functions: Service, Community, Artist, Amphitheater
Artist Spaces
Model • Section • Rendering
32
Model: East Elevation
Amphitheater Section
COR-TEN STEEL ROOF PANELS
FASCIA LIGHT GAUGE STEEL STRUCTURE STEEL CAP
SLATE FLOORING
BATT INSULATION
GIRDER
CORRUGATED METAL DECKING
REBAR
CONCRETE
RODS CONNECTING CEILING TO STRUCTURE
CEILING
BEAM
CONCRETE TIES
REBAR
CONCRETE WALL
MOISTURE BARRIER
DRAINAGE
WELDED WIRE FABRIC REINFORCEMENT
CONCRETE SLAB
LAYER OF SAND
Wall Section: Community Room and Storm Shelter
RIGID INSULATION
MOISTURE BARRIER
GRAVEL TO PREVENT RISE OF GROUNDWATER
Model • Section • Wall Section
33
Dining Room with Movable Panels Partially Open
Interior Rendering
34
A New Take on Apartment Living
Chicago Housing The goal of this project was to design a mixed-use building consisting of two retail spaces, a child care facility, and forty mixed apartment units. The site is located at the corner of Clybourn Avenue and Mohawk Street in Chicago. One of my main design goals was to create a building made up of standardized units without the appearance of homogeny. I pushed and pulled the units to create a façade with lots of depth and character, which inherently gives every unit its own balcony. The green color further breaks down the scale of the building and makes the facade pop. An accent color of green, which is often associated with harmony, safety, and calmness, provides a calming atmosphere for a home. The building angles out into the site in order to connect the building to the site as well as to provide as much light as possible to the interior. The courtyard allows for natural ventilation while also creating a private outdoor community space for the residents. The site itself is roughly divided into a children’s area and a general public area. There are several parking spaces at grade for the retail and child care, while the resident parking is below ground.
Scheme 1
First Iteration
Second Iteration
Third Iteration
Second Iteration
Third Iteration
Scheme 2
First Iteration
Second Iteration
Third Iteration
First Iteration
Second Iteration
Process
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Organization One Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bedroom
Relationship to Adjacent Buildings
Horizontal and Vertical Circulation
Indirect Indirect
Direct
Natural Ventilation
Light
Diagrams
37
MOHAWK STREET
A
RR C
RR CHILD CARE
IB
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RO
LOBBY B.
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MA
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A
H
UP
B
Site Context RETAIL
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UP RETAIL
B
Ground Floor
C
Model: Northeast View
Plans • Model
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R
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Atrium at the Third Floor
Plan • Rendering
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Northeast Elevation
Egress, Atrium, Service Core, Communal Space, Courtyard
Elevation • Section
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Living Units Surrounding the Atrium
Living Units Surrounding the Courtyard
Section Perspectives
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Dining Room and Balcony
One Bedroom Unit
One-Story Three Bedroom Unit
Two Bedroom Unit
Two-Story Three Bedroom Unit
Rendering • Unit Axons
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Spatial Extension Project Hand Rendering • Prismacolor Pencil
Miscellaneous Work The following pages contain computer renderings, hand drawings and paintings, seminar projects, and small studio projects. The computer renderings on page 44 were done in Computing in Architecture. We were to take a photograph of Tadao Ando’s Museum of Modern Art and replicate it as closely as possible using 3D Studio Max and Adobe Photoshop. The watercolors on pages 45 and 48 are products of a seminar called The Art of Presentation: Watercolor. The class was focused on using watercolor to create photorealistic architectural renderings. The dinosaur on page 47 was done in 20th Century Furniture Design. We used vacuum seal bags to bend plywood and create furniture. We then had to develop a connections project, in my case connecting my two pieces of plywood to create the final product. The screen partition on page 49 was a small, collaborative studio project in which every student designed a full-scale section of a partition wall, which had to conform to rules we established. Many of the sketches were done in my free time and are of existing architecture as I continue to improve my sketching skills as well as experiment with different media.
Exterior Rendering in 3D Studio Max
Photoshop Enhancements
Interior Rendering in 3D Studio Max
Photoshop Enhancements
3D Studio Max • Photoshop
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Mormon Temple in Independence, Missouri by Gyo Obata • Ink
Dubuque, Iowa Convention Center • Watercolor
Sketch • Watercolor
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Schrรถder House by Gerrit Rietveld โ ข Graphite and Prismacolor Pencil
Walt Disney’s Cinderella Castle • Graphite
Sketches
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“Dinosaur” Furniture Shop Project • Bent Plywood with Rubber Shock Mount Connection
Konza Prairie in the Kansas Flint Hills • Ink and Watercolor
Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri • Graphite
Furniture • Watercolor • Sketch
47
Kansas Landscape • Watercolor
Fisher House by Louis Kahn • Ink Drawing
Watercolor • Drawing
48
Screen Partition Design
Hillside Retreat Topographic Study
Screen • Topography Study
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Kristyn Assmann 913.488.8006 kristyn@ksu.edu 7748 Monrovia Street Lenexa, KS 66216
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