archfolio ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN (SELECTED WORKS IN ARCHITECTURE/ URBAN DESIGN) GRADUATE PORTFOLIO (2013-2014) – KATHIE LAURENT
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS
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The greatest satisfaction, I think is when a building opens and the public possesses it and you cut the umbilical cord and you see it taking on its own life. There’s no greater satisfaction.
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- Moshe Safdie
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS
PROFESSIONAL BIO Kathie Laurent is from Antigua and Barbuda. She studied architecture at the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTECH), where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (BArch) degree in architecture 2010. She was the Vice President of the Caribbean Architecture School Association (CASA) 2006-2007, and participated in the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)/ University of Technology, Jamaica (UTECH) Caribbean Modernist Architectural Conference in 2008. She is currently completing her final semester of the Masters Degree (March) in Architecture at the Florida A & M University. In which she is currently focused on writing her thesis entitled “Re-Thinking a New Residential Living: An Adaptable Prototype for Jamaican Housing”. During her postgraduate study at the university Kathie welcomed the opportunity to experience new cultures on a study abroad program where she visited Barcelona, Valencia and Madrid, in Spain, expanding her knowledge and experience in the architecture of these cities. She also attained a number of prestigious honors and awards such as the Dwight David Eisenhower Achievement Award, Latin American/Caribbean Scholar Award and School of Graduate Studies & Research Fellowship Award. She is also a member of the Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society. Kathie is also currently completing her research paper for the Dwight David Eisenhower entitled “Designing the Built Environment and Urban Transportation for a Healthy Society” This paper serves to investigate the effects that transportation has on the health of individuals within the United States and how the use of urban design can be incorporated for a healthy change. It considers the need to design a transportation system that enhances and highlights the benefits of a developing sustainable transport environment. She is also involved with another research project entitled “The Impact of Classroom Environment on Academic Achievement in University Students”. This is expected to be presented at the Architecture Research Centers Consortium (ARCC) 2015 Conference in Chicago
RESUME EDUCATION • Masters in Architecture, M. Arch. Florida A and M University, Florida (FAMU) (2013 to Present) • Bachelor of Architectural Studies Program, B.Arch. (Hons), University of Technology Jamaica (UTECH) Caribbean School of Architecture Bachelor of Architectural Studies Program, Jamaica (2007-2010) • Diploma, Antigua and Barbuda International Institute of Technology (ABIIT) (Architectural Diploma Program), Antigua 2004-2006 • Diploma, Antigua State College-Advanced Level Department, Antigua (2002-2004) Caribbean Examination Council (CAPE): Advanced Level (4 passes) • Diploma, Clare Hall Secondary School, Antigua (1997-2002) Caribbean Examination Council (CSEC): General Proficiency (8 Passes) COMPUTER PROFIENCIES Rhino, Revit, ArchiCAD, Vector Works, Artlantis (3D Rendering), AutoCAD Architectural Desktop, Sketch up Pro (3D Modeling) Photo Shop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Power Point, Quick Books,
EXTRA CURICULAR ACTIVITIES Howard Moo-Young Photography Course (2013) The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)/ UTECH Caribbean Modernist Architectural Conference (2008) Antigua and Barbuda Investment Bank (ABIB) Career Affair (2002) – Certificate Life and Career guidance Program (2001- 2002) - Certificate
RESUME CONT’D EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2010 - 2013 - Harold Morrison + Robert Woodstock and Associates (Architectural Firm), Kingston, Jamaica. Employed with one of the largest firms in the Caribbean involved in working on a number of exciting projects throughout the Caribbean, one example namely University of the West Indies, School of Basic medical Sciences. Architectural Assistant: Duties consisted of: o Team Leader responsible for coordinating with Co-workers, Client and Consultants to produce complete documentation for schematic and design development stage. o Designing and Developing Design Brief for M.Arch 1 with Senior Lecturer and Employer, Robert Woodstock, B.Arch, J.I.A, B.I.A, T.T.I.A (Hon) RA (Jamaica & Barbados) at the Caribbean School of Architecture, University of Technology, Jamaica. o Producing drawings and specifications for construction teams. o Attending Site Meetings, Technical Meeting and Team Meetings. o Carrying out site and Measured Surveys. o Developing/Designing Schematic Design, Design Development, Progress and Completion Reports. o Helping to prepare company tender applications. o Liaising with local authorities and regulatory bodies: building regulations. o Identifying client’s requirements and attending meetings on site. o An understanding of all aspects of deign and procurement process. o Typing accurately and preparing letters for Contract Administration Reports, Forms, Manuscripts and other documents in time required to be dispersed. o Producing and preparing Site and team Meeting Minutes. o Liaising both with Internal (Architects, office Manager, Secretarial Staff, Architectural Assistants) and External (Clients, Contractors, Sub-Contractor, structural/Civil Engineer, Mechanical/Electrical, Quantity Surveyor, General Public) Personnel to HM+RW.
LEADERSHIP ROLES • • • • • • • • • • •
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS
2015 to Present – School’s Architectural Publishing Designer 2014 -2015 – School’s Architectural Photographer 2012- 2014 – Student Services Advisor (Printing Department) 2013 - 2014- Graduate Assistant 2011-2012 – Team Leader for Design Project 2011-01 Montego Bay Medical Center, Jamaica 2009-2010- Vice President for CASA (Caribbean Architecture School Association) at UTECH 2008-2009- Secretary for UTISA (University of Technology International Students Association). 2008-2009 - UTECH Representative for the Antiguan Association. 2007-2008- UTECH (University of Technology of Jamaica) Dorm section representative. 2003 - Professional Organization for Women, Antigua (POWA) contributed to the “Face the Facts” a radio program on HIV/AIDS. 2000-2002- Vice President, Young Leaders, Clare Hall Secondary School (Gained Certificate of Achievement and Distinction).
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PART 1 - PROJECTS GRADUATE WORK - JACKSONVILLE AQUARIUM - A REDESIGN OF LINCOLN CENTER LOBBY - THE NEW MARKET DISTRICT - AN URBAN DESIGN REINTERVENTION - DIACHRONIC MUSEUM - SYNCHRONIC MUSEUM - PRIMITIVE HUTS
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PART 2 - PROJECTS UNDERGRADUATE WORK - MEDIITATION SPACE - MATERIAL, DETAIL - PERFORMING ART THEATRE
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PART 3 - PROJECTS PHOTOGRAPHY WORKS
01 Graduate work FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . 1st YEAR MASTERS WORK. KATHIE LAURENT
“…Buildings are generally vested with the status of being monuments to who we are, and so identity is of paramount Importance in their configuration. The meaning that is reflected in these buildings however are critical to our understanding Of ourselves as a society, as they are a reflection of our values and aspirations. This mythic content can work to set architecture Apart form the urban fabric. The meaning that is reflected in these buildings however are critical to our understanding of ourselves as a society, as they Are a reflection of our values and aspirations. This mythic content often sets visual chaos. To become a integral part Of the “Society of Buildings”, as Louis Khan described the city.” …Walters (Place ways)
Jacksonville aquarium
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
A redesign of the Lincoln center lobby
The intent of this design encompasses a variety of spaces which provides a series of captivating experiences as the user moves through the space. It also allows the user to constantly be engage with their surroundings, whether internally or externally with the plaza as the main focus. The building within a building concept derives from the idea of having the building itself as part of the theatre performance which seems like a projecting mass floating beyond the structure of the main building. The brightly colored glass emphasizes the projecting box, which intern can be seen from a far distance, attracting persons towards the plaza.
A new market district URBAN INTERVENTION – TALLAHASSEE’S MODEL GREEN DISTRICT (GROUP PROJEC
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
OVERVIEW OF SITE
The market district is located north of Tallahassee a hop off I-10 and Thomasville road. Located mostly on one street, shops are within easy walking distance of each other. There are dozens of established local shops and restaurants, a nearby farmers market, an elementary school, a few grocery stores, a large state and Local Park nearby, and several neighborhoods within walking distance. (S) We believe that this area have the capability to transform into a vibrant community that can act as a catalyst for other communities. By enriching the existing, working with the landscape and designing for change. Currently the streets in the Market district lack character and uniformity. There is nothing here that gives area an identity. The nature of the streets range from a very intimate and small scale to larger high ways that proves to be terrifying to pedestrians. Thomasville road and capital circle are major thoroughfares that divide the market district in two. Being 11 lanes wide at its widest point Thomasville road presents a challenge for pedestrians to cross in safe manner as it has extremely large intersections. The lack of uniformity in the district extents to the pedestrian circulation system. There are a number of instances where sidewalks stop abruptly forcing the pedestrians to walk on at the edge of the street or on grassed areas. There are also instances in which there are no defined pedestrian crossings at intersections leaving the pedestrians to battle with vehicles for right of way. In most cases especially along Thomasville road the sidewalks are right against the streets edge leaving the pedestrian vulnerable to high speed passing traffic. Overall there is a lack of shading for pedestrians, however there are few instances along Maclay Boulevard where a pedestrian friendly environment exists which we thought was good model that could be applied throughout the district. Currently the market district and its immediate context is broken up into specific zones. The central zone consists primarily of commercial and office activities while the residential activities takes place on periphery. Within the commercial zone we identified distinct activity areas which are currently isolated from each other. These activity areas functions as strip malls and shopping areas. One of these activity areas is the existing market square which transforms into a farmers market on the weekends.
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
An urban design intervention TALLAHASSEE INTERSECTION OF APALACHEE PARKWAY AND MAGNOLIA CIRCLE (GROUP PROJECT)
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
OVERVIEW OF SITE
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
MUSEUM DESIGN
MUSEUM (A Building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.)
MUSEUM’S PURPOSE (A place that enables people to explore collections for inspiration, learning and enjoyment.)
ARCHITECTURAL MUSEUM
PAST (A structure reflecting the classical tradition. A place that someone can learn about the arts.)
PRESENT (The structure creates appeal Inviting people into the building. It uses the architecture to exhibit design and art, and the building itself becomes an exhibited structure.)
CONCEPT FOR A DIACHRONIC MUSEUM ENCLOSURED/SOLID MASS
TRADITIONAL FORM
NOT VISIBLE ON THE EXTERIOR
PAST
PRESENT
VISIBLE TO PUBLIC
ARCHITECTURE FORMS PART OF THE EXHIBITION
FROM SOLID TO VOID
Diachronic museum What is the Definition of Diachronic? According to Encarta Dictionary the term diachronic is defined as involving or relating to the study of, the development Of something; especially a language, through time. A diachronic approach is one that analyzes the evolution of something over time, allowing one to assess how that something changes throughout history. Diachronic linguistics views the historical development of a language. Thus we can go back and forth…in time, watching the language with all its Features. We loosely look at diachronic architecture as analogous to language to help us understand an architectural theory that is about “becoming”. Becoming is the idea that culture, language, and architecture is in a state of constant growth and evolution or “becoming”.
DIACHRONIC MUSEUM DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 / KATHIE LAURENT FIRST YEAR MASTER / FIRST SEMESTER
Diachronic linguistics views the historical development of a language. Thus we can go back and fort in time, watching the language with all its Features. We loosely look at diachronic architecture as analogous to language to help us under stand an architectural theory that is about “becoming”. Becoming is the idea that culture, language, and architecture is in a state of constant growth and evolution or “becoming”.
FLORIDA A& M UNIVERSITY . GRADUATE DESIGN 6.1 . FALL 2013 . DIACHRONIC MUSEUM . KATHIE LAURENT
diachronic “ALPHABET SHAPES EXPLORATION” Figure ground 3D exploration
TRADITIONAL VERTICAL PATTERN: Alphabet Pattern: Urban Solid and Urban Voids Urban Solids: • Block Units/Elementary Cell • Internal limits of Building Sections/Plans Urban Voids: • Public Open Space • Private Open Space Grid of lot lines: • Built to street line • Varied Street wall Elev.
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Figure ground study
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synchronic museum “…An Avant Garde position in architecture according to Tafuri is that every work is unique, and the Architecture needs to be invented a new.” Synchronic according to Encarta dictionary is defined as relating to or something, especially a language, as it exists at a certain point in time, without considering its historical development. A synchronic approach analyzes a particular something at a given, fixed point in time. It does not attempt to make deductions about the progression of events that contributed to the current state, but only analyzes the structure of that state, as it is. Synchronic Architecture: • It is unconventional - It criticizes or goes beyond the Status Quo • It is Unique • It is Abstract - Metaphoric - Not interpreted by everyone the same way • It must be interpreted - You need to know the Codes or Rules to understand it • It is willfully determined by Historical and Ideological Forces
CONCEPT FOR A SYNCHRONIC MUSEUM AVANT GARDE POSITION
PRESENT
ARCHITECTURE IS THE EXHIBITION
synchronic “ANALYZING AN ARCHITECT” – DANIEL LIBESKIN
EXPLORATION OF LIGHT ANGLES:
Why he does, what he does. Daniel Libeskind uses the light , voids and intersecting Planes as basis to his deigns. He manipulates these in such a way that creates a presence in the absence created within the structure, using light to fill that void. his style of architecture plays on the emotion of the user providing a captivating experience as they move through the space.
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EXPLORATION OF FORMS: EXPLORATION OF FORMS:
My rules, my concept, my reinterpretation. After analyzing the works of Daniel Libeskind and Understanding his rules and concept I decided to reinterpret these rules also using light, void and intersecting planes as the basis of my design. My approach would be allowing the light to determine where the intersecting cores would be and forming the shape of the building.
CORE (LIGHT WELLS)
INTERSECTION OF LIGHT WELLS AND PLANES
DESIGN
SERVICE
SERVICE
AUDITORIUM
AUDITORIUM SPILL-OUT AREA
SPILL-OUT AREA
ATRIUM / LOBBY AREA
ATRIUM / LOBBY AREA
INFO AREA
Gift Shop
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The images shows how the light from the central core impact the gallery spaces at various times of the day.
DESIGN AVANT GARDE POSITION – The museum is the exhibition. The intersecting cores carries light into the central core allowing the galleries to be lit at various times of the day. These cores are experienced at all levels of the museum providing a different experience on each level. The experience begins from the ground level where the viewer can see a glowing beam of light carried from this light well. Then as the viewer progress they move from interacting with the core as a visual element to the ultimate experience of walking across the interior of the core.
PRIMITIVE HUT
AESTHETICS MYTH
THEORY- BOTH PHYSICAL AND METAPHSYICAL SHOULD BE ONE, ONLY THEN DOES TRUE SRCHITECTURE BEGIN TO TAKE FORM
ARCHITECTURAL FORM
VIEW FROM ABOVE STRUCTURE
ISO METRIC PLAN VIEW OF STRUCTURE
FRONT ELEVATION OF STRUCTURE
SITE LOCATION
8 00am
Shadow analysis
EQUATING SIMPLICITY TO BEAUTY A PLAY OF MUSIC IN ARCHITECTURE USING SHADOWS TO FORM A MELODIOUS RHYTHM. THE INTERACTION BETWEEN STATIC AND DYNAMIC. A SIMPLE FORM BUT ARTISTIC. A LIGHT STRUCTURE FLOATING ON THE PLANES OF SOLID. A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE FROM ALL ANGLES. A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE AT VARIOUS HOURS OF THE DAY.
KATHIE LAURENT- 6.1 DESIGN STUDIO (PROF. ALFANO)
PROCESS
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PRIMITIVE HUT THEORETICAL MYTH
THEORY- BOTH PHYSICAL AND METAPHSYICAL SHOULD BE ONE, ONLY THEN DOES TRUE SRCHITECTURE BEGIN TO TAKE FORM
ARCHITECUTRE SHOULD INTERACT WITH OUR SENSES “TO EXPERIENCE ARCHITECTURE IN A CONCRETE WAY IS TO TOUCH, SEE AND SMELL IT” ZUMTHOR PETER. SOLID VERUS VOIDS. LIGHT VERUS SHADOWS. MANMADE VERSUS NATURE. BALANCE, VIEWS AND ILLUSIONS
SITE LOCATION
VIEW LOOKING UP INTO SPACE
VIEW LOOKING BELOW INTO SPACE
ARCHITECTURAL FORM
SOUTH ELEVATION OF STRUCTURE
KATHIE LAURENT- 6.1 DESIGN STUDIO (PROF. ALFANO)
WESTERN ELEVATION OF STRUCTURE
ESTERN ELEVATION OF STRUCTURE
PRIMITIVE HUT
CULTURAL MYTH EVERY BUILDING MUST HAVE A SOUL THE METAPHYSICAL THE INTRINGUISTIC EXPERIENCE THE INTERACTION BETEEN LIGHT AND STRUCTURE. THE TRUTH OF THE MATERIALS. PURE GEOMETRIC FORMS.
SITE LOCATION
ARCHITECTURAL FORM
KATHIE LAURENT- 6.1 DESIGN STUDIO (PROF. ALFANO)
THEORY- BOTH PHYSICAL AND METAPHSYICAL SHOULD BE ONE, ONLY THEN DOES TRUE SRCHITECTURE BEGIN TO TAKE FORM
02 UNDERDRADATE work UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA. DESIGN STUDIO . FALL 2007-2010 . KATHIE LAURENT
MEDITATION SPACE
ABT 2 RURAL – MEDITATION SPACE (REGGAE FALLS, ST. THOMAS, JAMAICA) Reggae falls is located to the north of Seaforth, St. Thomas, Jamaica. The falls is a part of a dam which thunderous over a hundred feet. Conceptually this design was developed to create a structural element using the falls as the focal point of the design. The orientation, materials, form and structure as carefully engineered to allow the user to feel like reaching out and becoming a part of the falls. The image in the bottom right corner captures the serene feeling one gets whilst meditating in the space. The structure frames the view of the falls as one enters the structure embracing the falls as the focal point of the design. This design was engineered to accommodate all religious beliefs, bringing a balance to the space where everyone feels a sense of equality.
Material, & detail
The concept of this design was derived from an idea of having a staircase that is not used only for movement for one level to another, but to integrate and allow travellers to experience the space one for socialization encouraging persons to interact in a welcoming environment. The design acts as part of the room having the continuation of the material of the wood steel and glass to create a holistic experience for the user.
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DESIGN STUDIO
Project c- performing art theatre DESIGN
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STUDIO
The concept of this design originated from the contours of the site, this allowed the land to dictate the form of the structure. The strong axis from the corner of the site acts as a dominant departure point whilst the use of curves and its fluid layout captures the feeling one gets in the poetry and fine arts of Derek Walcott. The faรงade of the building was a depiction of the dynamic performances that would be performed in the theatre.
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DESIGN STUDIO
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DESIGN STUDIO GROUND FLOORPLAN
FIRST FLOORPLAN
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ENTRY/RECEPTION AREA LOBBY OUTDOOR BAR GARDEN CAFÉ INDOOR CAFÉ CAFÉ KITCHEN MUSICIAN LOUNGE PRODUCTION OFFICE SECRETARY’S OFFICE THEATER MANAGER’S OFFICE ORCHESTRA PIT MUSICAL STORAGE OUTDOOR STAGE ENTERTAINMENT SPACE SCENE STAORAGE STAFF PARKING SCULPTURE GARDEN TEMPORARY GALLERY CURATOR’S OFFICE LOADING BAY CURATORIAL SERVICE ROOM
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LOBBY THEATRE ENTRY CONCESSION AREA KITCHEN COSTUME WORKSHOP COSTUME STORAGE MAINTAINANCE ROOM SCENE STORAGE SCENE WORKSHOP THEATER ORCHESTRA PIT STAGE LOUNGE/CONFERENCE ROOM REHEARSAL ROOM MALE DRESSING ROOM MALE DRESSING ROOM FEMALE DRESSING ROOM MALE DRESSING ROOM MAKE-UP ROOM PAERMANANT GALLERY STORAGE ROOM PROJECT/SOUND ROOM
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ENTRY OF RESIDENCE JACKSHILL, KINGSTON, JAMAICA, 2013
DETAILS JACKSHILL, KINGSTON, JAMAICA, 2013
BRICKELL AVENUE CONDOS BRICKELL AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 2013
MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY EXAMPLES
MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY EXAMPLES
MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY EXAMPLES