U N D E R G R A D U AT E W O R K S O F K E V I N G A R C I A ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO K E V I N W. G A R C I A Bachelor of Architecture 2018 V i r g i n i a Te c h
C O N TA C T kwgarcia94@gmail.com (757) 322-7583
P O R T F O L I O TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
SAILING SCHOOL
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SCULPTURE MUSEUM
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MAP ARCHIVE MUSEUM
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S KY V I E W I N G PAV I L L I O N
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DESIGN COMPETITIONS
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INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS
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RESUME
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Ce n t ral St a i r Au d i to ri u m
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SAILING SCHOOL
No r t h Fa c i n g Fa c a d e
The Claytor Lake Sailing Association and the Virginia Tech Sailing Club have joined efforts to provide sailing education in the Southwest Virginia region. Courses will involve both classroom instruction and hands-on lessons on the water.
The sailing school is separated by public, private, and the transitional space between the public and private areas. Using that idea, the school is anchored by a large staircase which multifunctions as an auditorium, steam room, and as well as a public place of gathering. The curves of the stairs allow for a flow of pathways between room to room and it allows certain views of the interior space to be framed. With the use of polycarbonate screens, the translucency of the material makes a luminous
field of light and allows for the atmosphere to feel weightless. The polycarbonate screens are filled with aerogel and supported by steel columns. The aerogel would function as both an insulation as well as a material that diffuses the natural light of the outside--in a way the boxed forms of the exterior facade would perform as a light box for the interior space thus, blending the conditions of the indoor and outdoor.
OFFICE B AT H R O O M S MAINTENANCE ROOM I N D O O R G A R D E N S PAC E LOCKER ROOMS B OAT S TO R AG E PUBLIC FORUM CLASSROOMS DOCK
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Site Pla n
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Pe r s pe cti ve of Ce n t ra l St a i rc a s e
Image Above: Construction Detail of Glass Roof. All of the glass are at a slight angle to allow for water to drip to the water drainage while maintaining the illusion that it is a flat roof. Placement of the water drainages are confined to the grid system created through the steel columns. Image Left: Construction Detail of Exterior Wall. Steel beams hold the load of the building and those inhabiting the space. Metal frames firmly hold and create spacing between the glass and polycarbonate. This allows for moments where the horizontal wooden screens can be placed.
I nter ior Lig ht Con d ition s of Office
SCULPTURE GALLERY
Section of Interior of Museum H al l way
Design a sculpture gallery with interior exhibition space or a combination of interior and exterior exhibition spaces for the display of three selected works of modern sculpture. Located in Virginia Tech’s campus, the importance to blend the presence of nature became a vital part to the integration of the gallery in the campus. Focusing on the transitional space between the light and dark spaces, the decision to submerge the gallery spaces into the earth allowed for the viewers to experience the passing of time. This linear flow from above to below ground choreographs the pathways of the viewers. The importance of the line and its The retaining walls are timber framed concrete that has been burned slowly allowing for a certain texture and smell to develop into the space. The concrete roof are coffered and lined with copper. Using zenithal lighting, the tunnel space uses indirect lighting to guide the observers into the main atrium where they are able to go into several gallery spaces.
Colu mn s Meetin g Coffered Ceiling
Ab ove G rou n d Walka ble Roof
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Image Above: Site Context of Gallery. The orientation of the building follows the neighboring campus building. Image Left: Section of Light Well: The tapered form allows for the light to reflect south light into the space. Copper is attached on the interior of the light wells creating a warm orange light for the sculpture room.
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MAP ARCHIVE MUSEUM
Ni g h t Con d it ion of G allery Sp ace
The concentric forms of the two semicircles and the connection at their midpoints allow the forms to weave in and out of each other like a river.
A person with a collection of maps has decided to build an institutional building to archive and show their map collection. The building will allow the maps to be viewed by the public. The original maps as well as the digitized copies are available for use in this building.
Carved into the ground a grand staircase is introduced before the main lobby. The viewer enters the building and is captivated by the lightness of the lobby. As the viewer progress into the upper viewing space, it becomes significantly darker. The lack of light forces the views to adjust their eyes on the curved walls where the maps are hung for viewing. The juxtaposition of these two areas make the viewer experience the space in different manners. With the lobby’s glass walls the space is defined as the “light space,” whereas the viewing gallery’s indirect lighting and heavy masonry walls makes the space seem like the “dark space.”
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S K Y V I E W I N G P AV I L L I O N
Wate rcolor of Sh ad ows P rod u ced in the Interior Spa ce
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Situated at the base of the Duck Pond, Virginia Tech has agreed to fund a public space that has views to the sky. Using prior knowledge of the site context, connect the presence of the building to the ground and to its surroundings. The integration of tension and release is created through the various angles of the triangular roofs. Investigating the variations of how a roof can function as a wall as well as a structural component became important in the design. The canopy created by the triangular roofs serves as a cover for students wanting to keep out of the sun. However in moments where the roofs do not align, small apertures of light grazes the interior of the pavilion. As the viewer reaches the center of the building, the roof transform itself into a dock leading into the Duck Pond.
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DESIGN COMPETITIONS
As a means to foster engagement between fulltime practicing artists, students, and the greater community, the School of Visual Arts is establishing an Artist-In-Residence program to be located in a new building adjacent to its existing home in the Armory Art Gallery downtown.
Triangulating the various art building dotted around the campus, a pattern emerged through that discovery.
atop the structure. This move allows for the space to create interesting shadows as well a perform as shading for the space.
The triangles engage in the larger site context while providing interesting views, and light qualities within the studio space and gallery.
There are moments where the roof reveals small apertures of light to enter the one room for one sculpture.
Two large triangular forms created through the diagram are separated in between by a public space that overlooks the farmer’s market. Within this public space, wooden slates create screens
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With meaning, rigor, and iteration, you will design a space for those having technology difficulties: a stand-alone walk-in computer help-station building for Virginia Tech’s “4help” service with respect to the idea of “a sense of place.”
The “4Help” desk function as both an area of refuge as well as a physical bridge from the sidewalks of the campus to the gym. How the individual experiences the interior desk became a guiding force in the design process. The large glass room allows students to quickly assess the waiting time to seek help. In essence, the main lobby becomes a portal for students relax and oversee the campus.
Eggleston Hall
War Memorial Gym
Design a form that embodies “100 = 001” A wooden cube frame holds 100 strings that are in tension. The concept of “oneness” is held together by the connection of the wooden frame to the polyester strings The string intertwine and overlap each other ultimately twisting on each other in the center.
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NAEF Toy Competition Named after the German word for bliss, “Wonne� is a toy designed with three handles. These handles are intended to invite interaction which produces a rewarding rattle The inside of Wonne is designed for even weight distribution. This allows for the rattle to freely spin without losing balance. Coated with linseed oil, the maple wood toy is designed to be non-toxic. Babies to toddlers are encouraged to teethe on without repercussion
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A Roost for Bats Inspired by Japan’s Metabolism movement, the form of the modularity of the bat roost inspires a sense of growth and continuance. The elongated form creates areas of nesting for the bats as well as platform in which the bat is able to land and climb up into the shelter. 19
INDUSTRIAL DESIGNS
Japanese Tea Cup Inpired Salt & Pepper Shakers Inspired by Japanese tea cups, these salt and shaker peppers allow the user to elegantly season their food. Using the maple and walnut wood to denote which shakers are salt or pepper, the user is able to quickly identify which shaker to use. Hidden within the each wood vessel, magnets allow the aluminum lid to be sealed but also easily removable.
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RESUME Kevin W. Garcia
5620 Wilson Creek Rd. | Virginia Beach, VA 23464 Home: 757-479-8971 | Cell: 757-322-7583 | kwgarcia94@gmail.com
EDUCATION Bachelor of Architecture
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
Expected May `18
Dean’s List – GPA 3.7
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Princess Anne High School, Virginia Beach, VA
December `12
High School Diploma
Princess Anne High School, Virginia Beach, VA
June `12
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Virginia Tech Marketing - Blacksburg, VA
June `15 - Present
Pamplin the College of Business Marketing Department Secretary
Manages schedule for the Head of Secretaries of Marketing
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Architecture Student Ambassador - Blacksburg, VA
Represents the students within Virginia Tech’s College of Architecture and Urban Studies
August `15 – Present
Ambassador
Leads tours for incoming and transferring students
Filipino American Student Association - Blacksburg, VA
August `14 – May `15
A cultural student organization that creates a show every year to express Filipino culture at Virginia Tech Script Director
Producing a script that ties into Filipino culture Promoting the importance of understanding our heritage through dance, song, and script
Studio Collective - Blacksburg, VA
Design magazine aimed at creating an ongoing archive of conversations about design
March `14 – August `15
Co-Founder/ Graphic Designer/ Support Staff Advisor
Organizing the general layout of magazine Communicating with writers to create a beautifully designed article Advocating for our message and inspiring other designers to create conversations
Student Alumni Associates - Blacksburg, VA
100 of the most spirited Hokies that organizes spirit rallies and community services
February `13 – May `15
General Member
Arranging alumni reunions
Dancing’s Our Poison - Blacksburg, VA
A dance organization that hosts weekly dance workshops for the Blacksburg community Co-Director
Functions as the artistic director for dance sets
Graphic Designer/Executive Board Member
Designing a weekly banner for guest workshops on Thursdays Encouraging the willingness to grow as a dancer to fellow members
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September `12 – Present