L A U R E N B O U L I E R
ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2013
L A U R E N B O U L I E R
ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2013
C U R R I C U L U M
V I T A E
E D U C A T I O N
E X P E R I E N C E
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY
RULE JOY TRAMMEL + RUBIO
Barcelona Architecture Center / FALL 2011 Charles E. Daniel Center for Building Research and Urban Studies, Genoa, Italy / SPRING 2012
Workplace, Hospitality, Assisted-Living Schematic design documents, space planning, construction documents.
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE CANDIDATE / 2013
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
BACHELOR OF DESIGN, INTERIOR DESIGN / 2008
INTERN ARCHITECT / SUMMER 2012
GENSLER
INTERN ARCHITECT, WORKPLACE STUDIO / SUMMER 2011
College of Design, Construction & Planning Magna cum Laude: 3.61 GPA
Modeled corporate interior details and drawings using Revit. Space-planned test fits. Attended client meetings and brainstorming sessions. Worked on various teams to understand the office process and dynamics.
LEED速 AP ID+C [2008]
SMALLWOOD, REYNOLDS, STEWART, STEWART & ASSOCIATES
S K I L L S
Interior Architecture Group: Intern / 2007 Corporate Interiors, High-rise Residential
2D / Hand Drawing, Drafting 3D / Rhino, Sketchup ADOBE / Acrobat, Flash, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop AUTODESK / AutoCAD, Revit MODELING / Laser Cutting, Hand Cutting RENDERING / Artlantis, Revit, V-Ray
A C H I E V E M E N T S Tau Sigma Delta National Honor Society / 2013 HKS Design Fellowship Atlanta, GA / 2012 Anne Landsman Isenburger Memorial Fellowship / 2012 Josie & Allen Wood Travel Fellowship / 2011 AIA Hilton Head Fellowship / 2011 Florida Bright Futures Scholar / 2004 - 2008
INTERIOR DESIGNER / 2008 - 2009
CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD / COMM. RE GROUP, SENIOR ADMIN. ASST. / 2009-10 PATRICK JAMES CUSTOM RUGS & CARPETS / SHOWROOM MGR. / 2009 TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Introduction to Architecture Studio I, II Graduate Teaching Assistant / 2012-13 / 20+ Students Field Studies & Modern European Cities Graduate Teaching Assistant / 2011 / 16 Students Art & Architecture History, Graduate Teaching Assistant / 2010-11 / 120+ Students Architectural Interiors Studio 1, Teaching Assistant / 2008 / 20+ Students Introduction to Interior Design, Teaching Assistant / 2007 / 50+ Students
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
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POBLENOUCLEUS
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FORTE SPERONE
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HKS DESIGN FELLOWSHIP
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R AVA L L O S PA & R E S O R T
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D R AW I N G S , D E S I G N & P H O T O G R A P H Y
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3 X 3 : G R A D U A T E
H O U S I N G
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY GRADUATE M.ARCH PROGRAM 2013
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C L E M S O N , S C / S P R I N G 2 0 1 3 / P R O F. U L R I K E H E I N E
3 x 3 A group project with Laura Boykin to design a graduate housing complex for Clemson students. Inspired by the idea of a molecule, we created three types of spatial and community experiences on the site of Clemson’s Y-beach located on Lake Hartwell - a lake, forest and meadow experience.
MASTER PLAN PROGRAM DIAGRAM
3 ADJACENCIES 3 EXPERIENCES
research / recreation / school
forest / lake / meadow
3 GREENS
MASTER PLAN + PROGRAM
park / courtyard / terrace
Located one mile from the core of Clemson’s campus, Y-beach is currently used solely for recreational purposes including ďŹ eld sports, water activities and sailing. There are three important adjacencies to the site: research facilities, recreational facilities and the academic campus. Our design for the site incorporates the adjacencies as an important role within the overall graduate housing campus design. Within the boundaries of the residential zone, there
are three experiences shaped by the topography, landscape and tree zones: the forest, lake and meadow. Within these experiences, we developed a housing design, each using the same basic units as a building block, that provide three very different spatial and community experiences. Lastly, the site provides three levels of green space, starting at a large scale, moving down to a private space: the park, the courtyard and the terrace.
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LAKE MASSING DIAGRAMS
THE NUCLEUS Inspired by the atom, and the proton cloud that circulates around the nucleus, we designed our own ‘nucleus’ that would serve all basic functions of the unit. The nucleus is a prefabricated element that is constructed off site and placed in the units during construction. The nucleus is identical in the single and double units. It provides a galley kitchen that is 14 feet in length with full amenities; a 60 square foot bathroom with full shower, toilet and vanity; three points of storage and a stackable washer/dryer. The overall dimensions of the unit are 9’ x 17’. In the top units, the core is habitable on the top, providing a secluded top space for additional space with the units.
TYPICAL SINGLE UNIT TYPICAL DOUBLE UNIT
SINGLE UNIT Totalling 550 sq.ft, the single unit does not have any interior walls aside from the core. The storage wall, along the entry wall provides ample amounts of storage and display space. This unit reaches maximum efďŹ ciency by circulating all main activities around the nucleus.
DOUBLE UNIT Totalling 980 sq.ft., the double unit has two bedrooms divided by closet space located at the rear of the unit. This unit also has a 40 ft. long storage wall and multiple points of storage and display throughout the unit.
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LAKE SECTION
LAKE PLAN
LAKE MASSING DIAGRAMS
L A K E / F O R E S T / M E A D O W
RENDERING OF LAKE CLUSTER THE LAKE Inspired by the expansive views of Lake Hartwell from the site, and the idea of a lake home, the lake typologies serve as the most private units within the project. All living spaces feature a terrace connected to the main living space that face the lake view. Community spaces with the cluster of three buildings are semi-public and share access directly down to the shore.
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FOREST SECTION
FOREST PLAN
FOREST MASSING DIAGRAMS
L A K E / F O R E S T / M E A D O W
RENDERING OF FOREST CLUSTER THE FOREST Inspired by the concept of a tree house, this typology is intimately nested with the dense tree line on the southwest corner of the site. The forest houses parking underneath the units, and is elevated for topographic and spatial experiences. The forest also features a wrapping community space that serves as circulation and terrace space.
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MEADOW SECTION
MEADOW PLAN
MEADOW MASSING DIAGRAMS
L A K E / F O R E S T / M E A D O W
RENDERING OF MEADOW CLUSTER THE MEADOW Inspired by the ďŹ eld house and the openness of a meadow, the meadow typology offers expansive views of the entire site. Developed with small families in mind, this grouping is the most public of the site. The cluster of units share a private inner-courtyard that offers security from the adjacent open ďŹ elds. All units have bedroom spaces that face outward, with terraces at the rear of the units.
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C O L L E G E
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B U S I N E S S
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY GRADUATE M.ARCH PROGRAM 2012
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C L E M S O N , S C / FA L L 2 0 1 2 / P R O F. P E T E R L A U R E N C E
A semester long, individual project to design a new 200,000 SF building for Clemson’s College of Business & Behavioral Sciences. The project also incorporated an extensive master planning exercise of the surrounding High Ground precinct.
CBBS
INDIVIDUAL SPACES
P R O G R A M A N A LY S I S
PROGRAM DEPARTMENTS
HIGH GROUND MASTER PLAN
MAIN PROGRAMS
Clemson University’s College of Business & Behavioral Science is currently located in Sirrene Hall, which serves as the largest academic building on campus, with more than 4.1 acres of interior space. It is being proposed that the CBBS move to a new site, due south, to the High
Ground Precinct of campus. The college will require a state-of-the-art building that not only serves as a top-notch educational environment, it will be a building that teaches, and captivates a global audience, furthering Clemson’s place amongst top Business Schools in
the nation. The new CBBS will merge with the aesthetic of the old campus, while introducing new architectural ideas that reflect the newest and greatest sustainable and educational ideas in the world today.
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M A S T E R P L A N N I N G & S I T E A N A LY S I S
CLEMSON CAMPUS HIGH GROUND PRECINCT
MASTER PLAN GOALS To create a global site reflective of the highly significant network of programs residing within the High Ground; to establish a strong east-west connection through campus that compliments the heavy north-south circulation routes; to promote stainability with a prominent network of energy efficient, environmentally friendly buildings; to establish a district of campus that encourages academic adjacencies; to preserve the natural features and original landmarks of the University’s land; to provide public spaces that enhance the fabric of the campus.
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CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
S I T E & P R O G R A M A N A LY S I S
DIAGRAMS E L E VAT I O N S
WEST Clemson’s Campus has a very speciďŹ c aesthetic DNA, mostly comprised of brick, glass and varying white textures. Inspiration for the new CBBS building came from moments and vignettes gathered from various architectural details already on campus. The material palette consists of the orange-red Lee Hall brick, glass, white spandrel and white
SOUTH concrete accents. Sun-shading devices are integrated into the facades on the eastern, western and southern exposures. A brick screen on the east and west ends adds a level of detail required of the brick, while also protecting the interiors from the harsh suns in those directions.
EAST
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S O U T H FA C A D E
DEAN’S ROOFTOP
VIEW FROM MAIN ENTRY TO WILLIAMSON ROAD
1 WILLIAMSON RD. LEVEL 2 MAIN LEVEL 3 MEZZANINE LEVEL
LOBBY MUSEUM INSTRUCTIONAL SPACE CIRCULATION
GREAT HALL INSTRUCTIONAL SPACE CIRCULATION
GREAT HALL CIRCULATION
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VIEW FROM MAIN ENTRY TO WILLIAMSON ROAD
4 LEE HALL LEVEL 5 OFFICE & BRIDGE LEVEL 6 OFFICE & ROOFTOP LEVELS
INSTRUCTIONAL SPACE BRIDGE MANAGEMENT CBBS SUPPORT SERV. U. ASSES. COMMITTEE CIRCULATION
MARKETING SPIRO INST. INST. FOR CAPITALISM SMALL BUS. DEVEL. CHINA STUDIES HUMAN FACTORS
CBBS ADV. ECONOMICS MBA BRIDGE SHARED CONF. CIRCULATION
DEAN’S SUITE BRIDGE ACCT. & FINANCE CIRCULATION 29
SOUTHWEST BIRDS-EYE
MAIN ENTRY TO CBBS
NORTHEAST BIRDS-EYE
W E S T FA C A D E THE MODEL Creating a model to illustrate the design for the new business school was important in order to understand contextual relationships. All components of the model were modeled using Revit and then transferred to a template to be cut using a laser cutting machine. The topography is modeled out of 1/16� cardboard, and the building is 1/16� plexiglas, matte board and small scale lumber sheets.
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P O B L E N O U C L E U S
BARCELONA ARCHITECTURE CENTER 2011
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B A R C E L O N A , S PA I N / FA L L 2 0 1 1 / P R O F. M I G U E L R O D A N
P O B L E N O U C L E U S An individual project to insert a community-transforming civic center into an Eixample block within a newly revitalized neighborhood of Barcelona called Poblenou in the 22@ district of the city.
O P E R AT I V E M A P
O P E R AT I V E M A P & D E N S I T Y A N A LY S I S
OPERATIVE MAP Drawn to the lack of uniďŹ cation, a map was created by envisioning the block as a cube that showed the division and density of the site. The old chimney that exists from the industrial days of Poblenou was the central point chosen as the center of the map. By using the chimney as the center point, and in conjunction with the analysis of the various programs (magenta represents work, yellow for live, and cyan for play) the operative map was created. Overall, the map links the past (the chimney) to the present (the existing buildings) to the future (the civic center).
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PROCESS WORK
BARCELONA 1859 BARCELONA PRESENT
After layering the horizontal program analysis portion of the map with the density of space, it was very clear what portions of the block could be demolished based on their lack of program and density. From there, it was very clear that a strong vector of circulation existed within our newly opened interior space within the block. That vector of movement initiated the design work for the civic center.
PROCESS WORK U N F O L D E D E L E VAT I O N
ITERATIVE PROCESS Based on the results developed from the map, multiple iterations were created in order to aid in forming a footprint for the civic center. All iterations were randomly layered to see the variations between the different design ideas. The footprint that was developed followed notes from the operative map, connected relationships between the programs of the block, as well as reinforced the circulation vector through the interior, ultimately conserving the block’s initial chaos. Also, the site allows for an interaction between preexisting buildings and the civic center while forcing a connection among the circulation around the exterior of the block and the circulation through the interior of the block.
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CIVIC CENTER FLOOR PLAN
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1 SECTION THROUGH OFFICE & AUDITORIUM
2 SECTION THROUGH OFFICE & AUDITORIUM
3 S E C T I O N T H R O U G H A U D I T O R I U M & M A I N R O O F PAT H The roof itself creates a new urban landscape not yet seen in the Poblenou area. The design of the roof also provides a new urban landscape and allows for play areas to be formed into the roof itself. There are some areas of the roof which are not intended for interaction, and this is depicted by the use of different materials. The extension of the roof to the exterior of the block provided a new way of the entry and ramps developed into the roof were designed to create another way of interaction between programs. Each pedestrian path outlines the civic center buildings.
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3 ROOF OPENINGS
D E S I G N I T E R AT I O N S 1 R O O F S U R FA C E 2 R O O F C I R C U L AT I O N D E S I G N I T E R AT I O N S
ROOFSCAPE Initially little natural light was able to sneak to the inside of the block. The development and design of the roof plan allowed for many areas of natural lighting to puncture the roofscape. All roof openings face north, providing the interiors with the maximum amount of light during the day.
V I E W O F R O O F T O P PAT H S
The project design coincided with the goal of the 22@ District of Barcelona by providing a newly designed, multiuse building that is directly linked to public housing as well as quality public green spaces. The programs were composed of two different structures on either side, helping to reinforce the main line of circulation through the block. The development of two buildings allowed for the division of spaces and uses within the block. The overall design of the civic center is intended to look delicate on the bottom but heavy on top, showing that the link between all programs in the historic block.
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F O R T E
S P E R O N E
CHARLES E DANIEL CENTER, GENOA, ITALY 2012
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G E N O A , I TA LY / S P R I N G 2 0 1 2 / P R O F. H E N R I Q U E H O U AY E K
F O R T E
S P E R O N E
A semester long, group project with Doug White (Clemson) and Yuki Takeshima (IIT) for an Architecture for Humanity competition to revitalize an abandoned military fortress into a new, cultural or commercial complex. The site was the original fort of Genoa, Italy, previously repurposed as an art center, but currently abandoned. Our proposal was a ‘cultural campus’ to teach visitors about food from genetics to the table.
SITE PLAN
SUN EXPOSURE WIND EXPOSURE PAV I L I O N S
THE FORTE SPERONE CULTURAL CAMPUS Is an educational park focused on agricultural studies and culinary arts relating to the surrounding landscapes and culture within Italy. The campus houses four educational facilities along with various exhibition spaces such as an aquaponics farm and a living library. These are: School of Horticulture, School of Culinary Arts, Community Learning Center, and the Children’s Sustainability Center. Forte Sperone as an educational center will draw people from all age groups, not just to the educational facilities but to the site for an open learning experience that will be available throughout the site.
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G E N O VA , P R E S E N T
O R I G I N A L D R AW I N G S , 1 8 2 1
FORTE SPERONE, 1905
AERIAL VIEW Located on the summit of Mt. Peralto, Forte Sperone is the most important Genovese Fort due to its dominant position on top of the city. The fortiďŹ cation of this position dates back to the 1300’s, but the Forte Sperone as we know it dates back to the major changes made in between the 18th and 19th centuries. In 1991, the Forte began to be open to the public and today is accessible by car along the road, Via Righi Peralto, up to the entrance with a drawbridge as well as various hiking trails.
PROCESS WORK
HISTORY
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Served Genoa for almost 800 years, will positively impact the city below. It will serve as an attraction to both tourists and locals alike, while raising awareness of important cultural lessons. As a result, the Cultural Campus will not only bring life back to the dilapidated site, but it will aid in flourishing what is important to the surrounding community. Plans for the development of the project will be supported by the Genoa City Council.
LEVEL 3
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
THE REVITALIZED SITE
AQUAPONICS CULINARY SCHOOL HORTICULTURE SCHOOL CHILDREN’S CENTER EXHIBITION CENTER LIVING LIBRARY FARMERS MARKET RESTAURANT
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LONGITUDINAL SECTION THROUGH FORT
LEVEL 6
LEVEL 5
LEVEL 4
S E C T I O N T H R O U G H E D U C AT I O N A L FA C I L I T I E S THE CANOPY There are ďŹ ve sections of applied canopy that are situated in strategic locations on the site; the uppermost triangular platform of the castle, atop and in front of the keep, atop the main entrance gate and over the new funicular stop. The negative spaces created by the beams of the canopy structure are bridged with louvers that
provide shading from the harsher western sun exposure in the summer months as well as shielding the outdoor spaces from the northeastern wind in the winter. The canopy itself is composed of dense pine, native to the Liguria region of Italy.
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V I E W O F M A I N C O U R T YA R D PAV I L I O N
MODEL PHOTOS
M A I N
S T R E E T
A C A D E M Y
HKS ATLANTA / DESIGN FELLOWSHIP 2012
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AT L A N TA , G A / FA L L 2 0 1 2 / H K S D E S I G N F E L L O W S H I P
M A I N
S T R E E T
A C A D E M Y
An intensive design charette sponsored by HKS Atlanta featuring six graduate level students , three days and one design problem: to design a new home for the prestigious charter school, The Main Street Academy.
2012 FELLOWS
PROCESS SKETCHES
Ana Hercules, HKS Intern Elise LaPaglia, SCAD Joseph Martin, Clemson Gunjan Sharma, SCAD Maria Vasquez, SCAD Lauren Boulier, Clemson
CONTEXT MAP
Atlanta will present a creative solution for the Main Street Academy to garner support for a new school building. The most important goal for the design is to foster a sense of community by connecting the surrounding neighborhoods and encourage longevity DESIGN CHALLENGE for current and future residents. Equally Through visioning and the design charette important is the students’ perception of their process, the 2012 HKS Design Fellowship new school building. The Main Street Academy, a Charter School, is a public K-8 elementary school located in Historic College Park and easily accessible to East Point, Hapeville, College Park, and South Fulton County residents.
SITE
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SITE SECTIONS MODEL PHOTOS
SITE PLAN
The design of Main Street Academy creates a unique identity for the school in the existing historic fabric of East Point by incorporating the traditional forms inspired by the surrounding homes. The school environment fosters a strong sense of place by establishing a constant interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces. The school is organized like an archetypal community where the main street acts as a main spine of energy, activity and pedestrian circulation. The overall design envisions a school community that will not only encourage learning but will also foster family growth and longevity of East Point.
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VIEW FROM DROP-OFF POINT
R A V A L L O
R E S O R T
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S P A
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, INTERIOR DESIGN PROGRAM 2008
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O R L A N D O , F L / S P R I N G 2 0 0 8 / P R O F. C A N D Y C A R M E L - G I L F I L L E N
R A V A L L O
S P A
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R E S O R T
Ravallo Resort was a large scale, multi-disciplinary, group project that spanned 16 weeks of my ďŹ nal undergraduate interior design studio. The project was to design a resort that offered full-scale amenities and restaurants. The following works were my contribution to the project.
The spa also features an inset water feature that ows throughout the various spaces, including the hair salon, nail salon and reception.
PROCESS SKETCHES
S PA N A I L S A L O N
S PA F L O O R P L A N
S PA H A I R S A L O N
S PA E N T R Y
Da Vita Sauna, meaning healthy life, is a full service spa which provides amenities including massage rooms, facials, mud wraps, sauna, Jacuzzi and bathing rooms. The space is designed so that men and women are always separate, typical to upscale bath houses. The favorite feature of the spa is the lounge seating that provides a sanctuary type waiting area to relax in before and after treatments.
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TYPICAL SUITE
TYPICAL SUITE FLOOR PLAN
Along with the spa and other restaurants at Ravallo Resort, our team designed a typical suite for the resort. The suite is designed for short or long-term stays and features two bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, kitchen, living and a terrace. The goals of the space were to create a calm and soothing environment that reminded the guests of their tranquil surroundings.
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D R A W I N G S , D E S I G N & P H O T O G R A P H Y VA R I O U S W O R K S 2008-2012
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EUROPE / 2011-2012
T R A V E L
D R A W I N G S
During two semesters abroad in Europe I traveled to over 10 countries and countless cities. I recorded my experiences through travel drawings as a way to study the incredible architecture as well as to capture the memories.
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2008 - 2012
D E S I G N
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P H O T O G R A P H Y
BUSINESS CARD DESIGN
In addition to architecture and design, graphic design and photography are other important interests of mine. In the past, I had a small graphic design business that helped clients with branding and marketing materials. I’ve also participated in other design projects and partake in photography when I feel inspired.
Here’s My Card was a small business that I owned that designed logos, branding and marketing materials for businesses of various sizes. Above and to the left are examples of business cards and logos for my clientele.
The following project was for a client that is a home brewer. He was getting married and wanted to have a beer-themed engagement party as well as home brew party favors with custom labels. Together, the client & I came up with the beer names that corresponded with the brews. From there, I designed a series of labels and a custom invitation for the couples celebratory event.
D I G I TA L M O D E L R E N D E R E D
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F I N A L G A R M E N T O N T H E R U N WAY
CONCEPT SKETCHES
In 2010, I was on a team with 4 other local interior designers for IIDA’s annual Dressed event. The design challenge of this event was to create a garment for a runway show that was composed of over 50% interior materials. Over the course of 4 weeks, the team and I worked with our model and sponsors to create the above garment.
A C C E S S O R Y D E TA I L I N G
FINAL GARMENT
The ďŹ nal garment was a bodice with a skirt made from molded mesh and plastic-laminate samples that formed an extravagant train. There was also a custom belt and necklace made from metal and glass tiles woven together with deconstructed carpet tile ďŹ bers. In the end, the metal, blue and orange garment was among the favorites of the show.
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B A S I L I C A D I S A N TA C R O C E , F L O R E N C E
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R E I C H S TA G , B E R L I N
DUOMO DI SIENA, SIENA
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PA L A U G U E L L , B A R C E L O N A
L A U R E N B O U L I E R ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN PORTFOLIO 2013