Experiential
Biomimicry function protection
Architecture is
memory/emotional adaptive
for HUMANITY
Imagination Art Compassion contextual social/personal
invention process
LVA
Nature
Research | Design
Exploration
Filte ering g the min nd th hrou ugh th he environment An Architecture c and Desig gn School
Connection
Inspiration Design Practice
proc pr oces ces esss
Integration
memory/emotionall
Nature
adaptive p
Environmental Architecture invention
PURE
phase 2 development
A filtered urban development proposal wetland connection Zoning Key
The Sustainability Matrix
Civic
wetland conservation
Institutional
Resource
Civic
Solar
Grid Electric
Surface Water
Algae Farm
Waste
Grid Water
Waste Water
Land
Institutional
Mix Use/ Retail Retail/Mix Use
Fertilizer
Resource Harnessing
canal filter system
Solar PV/ Thermal
Mix Use/ Residential Mix Use/ Residential wetland conservation Plaza of the Arts
Collection
Multi-Family Multi Family Residential Residential
Electricity
Biodiesel Biomass Fuels
Resource Refinement
Manicured Manicured Green Space Green Space
boardwalk
wetland conservation research area
artist’s pods
Natural Natural GreenGreen Space Space Use
wetland connection
Waste Water Treatement
Single Family Single Family Residential Residential
Fishfarm
MixMix Use/Use/ Commercial Commercial Research | Design site
Landscape
Production
Parking Lots
Parking
Team: Leslie Valverde Ayers and Connor Nicolas, Ryan Snodgrass Client: international multi-media corporation, wishes to remain private Location: Orlando, Florida Programs used: Rhino, Kerkythea, GIS, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator
Electricity
Calorifiers
Chillers
Fresh Produce
Bioremediation
Non-potable Water
New Technologies in Harvesting Energy from the Land
Reverse Osmosis/ Thermal Desalination
Cooling
Food
Hot Water
Potable Water
Jobs
Education
Proposal: PURE uses passive design strategies to work with the existing environment, enhancing the natural systems. A series of canals that act as filters for water run-off, reconnecting the existing wetland habitats and creating places of interest for residents and tourists. A matrix of sustainable methods portrays how resources will be utilized and refined within the development.
mixed-use commercial district
Arts Plaza theater and installations, natural and landscaped green spaces
civic and institutional
civic and institutional
Community Walk canal and gardens
single family and multi-family district
Student Lounge
Urban Development
Entrance
N
Site
Studios
Storage Classrooms Library
West
South
Primary structure, reinforced concrete
HVAC systems loft
Algae farm clads the south facing facades connected to laboratories for renewable energy research
Circulation and plumbing core
North
view from conservation area, facing east
M.E.P. core
CafĂŠ Lounge
Exit to City
view facing south west
south - facing view from Boulevard
M.E.P. core
Information Center Gardens
Entrance to Conservation Area
N Level 1
M.E.P. core
Computer Centers
Team: Leslie Valverde Ayers, Kendra Mclain Client: international multi-media corporation, wishes to remain private Location: Orlando, FL Programs used: Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop
Studios
Clasrooms Classrooms
Atrium
Algae Testing Labs
Study Centers
An Environmental Architecture School
Student Lounge
A
Print Shop
Materials Library
Research|Design
Algae Farm exoskeleton
Offices
Lobby
Outdoor seating Gallery
west - facing view from side street
Library Study Centers
Computer Centers Laboratories
Terrace Garden
Level 2
M.E.P. core
Section A
Proposal: As part of an initiative to preserve this valuable piece of land, an environmental architecture school is placed at the southern boundary of PURE to serve as a gateway to the conservation area for students, residents and tourists to explore, reflect, and enjoy. The school directly integrates scientific research and design, to teach future designers that architecture is a holistic and considerate response to the environment.
Miami 2111
Nature Adaptive
Imagination Art Creation
Pre-Historic
year: 2000 BCE
year: 1920
Modern Middens
cultural vibrant
contextual responsive
year: 1970
beach erosion ecosystem elimination
Team: Leslie Valverde Ayers and Kristina Buchler
tomorrow
year: 2100
time, needs sea level rise
Urban Scraper
Response to
reuse refuge
year: 2500
year: 3000
year: 3500
Calusa Indian midden and communal structure
dune growth
pedestrian bridge
layers of rubble form midden
mid-beach now - current condition
middens
historical structures ferry stop boardwalks
plaza
4 boardwalks connect
ferry terminal
residential
hotel
retail & office
5 landscape becomes Scraper
hurricanes
Florida’s coastline with 15 feet of sea level rise in 2500.
replication li ti tto growth th
ferry terminal structural biomimicry: cellular growth
rain
marina research
program change over time
waves
separation ti off cellll iinto t cells ll
education
nightlife
urban scraping | pedestrian connections
jjoining i i and d creation of cells
400 years - 15 foot rise
3 middens created
2 rubble
1 hotels demolished
100 years - 3 foot rise
The Urban Scraper provides a progressive and holistic response to sea level rise in south Florida. By invoking of methods of native Floridians in a futuristic translation, the Scraper retreats from the rising ocean and respects the natural systems. A condensing of function allows for the scraper to live lightly on the land while providing a future urban destination to complement the vibrant community of Miami Beach.
reaction to weather
An Evolo competition project by Leslie Valverde Ayers and Kristina Buchler
Site
Kadena Flagship Architect: Leslie Valverde Ayers Client: Rosanna Ryan, Senior Fashion Designer Location: New York, NY Programs used: Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop Proposal: The design concept translates the designer’s style into a built form by deconstructing her signature jacket to reconstructing it – understanding the construction methods and aesthetic choices. Based on the research, the building also follows a three-part system: primary and secondary structure with an undulating tertiary curtain wall.
3.
Level 3: Cafe 2.
Level 2: VIP showroom 1.
west elevation
Level 1: Showroom three-part structural system: 1. primary, 2. secondary, 3. tertiary curtain wall
analysis of fashion construction methods
A
Kadena’s presence on the street is an interactive and social hive, drawing in crowds with the folds of the curtain wall, displays, and the corner cafe’s activity, tempting passers-by.
B
C
D
south elevation
A Study. 1. Exploration: Velocity Programs Used: Revit, Pheonics CFD Subject: Measure of wind velocity through dense urban environment
2. Exploration: Pressure Programs Used: Rhino, Pheonics CFD Subject: Measure of wind pressure through screen variation
A Study. 1. Exploration: Insolation Programs Used: Revit, Ecotect Subject: Measure of solar insolation in built environment
2. Exploration: Radiation Programs Used: Revit, Ecotect Subject: Measure of seasonal solar radiation in an urban environment
A Study. 1. Exploration: User Experience Mediums Used: Ink and mylar Subject: Polis and Eden
2. Exploration: Historical survey Mediums Used: Ink and mylar Subject: Villa Savoy, Le Corbusier
A Study. Exploration: Dream/ Memory imagery Mediums Used: Charcoal and pastel Subject: architecture, space, place
Equal Opportunity Minds Thesis subject: psychology in architecture Client: Hogar Santa Maria, home for children whose mothers are in jail Prototype Location: Aserri, San Jose, Costa Rica Programs used: Revit, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Photoshop, Illustrator Proposal: Organize experience and meaning of space to help architects use space as a tool to help individuals optimize their capacity through design. Using research and case studies, objectives are broken down into components of experiences and then translated into design solutions for the prototype. Theories of five education activists were fundamental to translating the needs of users to design. The psychology of space, how it can help or hinder the users, is the foundation for achieving higher potentials of human capabilities. Thus, this proposition asserts a declaration of a morally just position; to achieve good for others. An individual’s development, a complex yet delicate biological journey, needs to be carefully considered in all phases; an experience can have long lasting consequences. For this reason, constructability and sustainability needs will meet the user’s psychological needs to create a place for equal opportunity minds.
Israel Scheffler
››“Within the framework of potentials as capacity, propensity or capability, humans exist within a society that inhibits or prohibits the expansion of an individual’s potential. Within the social structure, individuals have a choice to pursue their potentials; choices are made available by opportunities or personal drive. Education and the capability to learn are a special type of potential with the power to re-form or re-shape oneself” (121). ››“The social context for each learner, sets the stage for their own striving... subject to alteration through social choice” (122). ››Individuals have potentials that may or may not be reached, affected by society. Likewise, individuals influence society.
John Dewey
››The type of experiences relies on the quality of those experiences, which has two effects, an immediate reaction and long lasting consequences which “influences later experiences” (27). ››The sum of experiences is what makes developing as an individual a complex, yet delicate, process, modifying each consecutive experience. ››Experiential education is a collective process ››Inherent lessons happen regardless of human intention
Howard Gardner
››“Nurture all of the varied combinations of human intelligences and I think we will have a better chance of dealing appropriately with the many problems that we face in the world. If we can mobilize the full range of human intelligences and ally them to an ethical sense, we can help to increase the likelihood of our survival on this planet, even contribute to our thriving” (12). ››Everyone possesses multiple intelligences, abilities, talents or mental skills with a limitless variety of combinations. ››Education should be relevant, comprehensive and incorporate awareness of the self in the context of humanity.
Paulo Freire
››“When you learn the word, you learn the world.” ››“Increase their capacity to make choices, and therefore their capacity to reject the prescriptions of others” (16). ››Convey information in the language of the recipient. ››Respect culture, have faith in people and be sensitive to the conditions of people; an individual’s way of life is how they understand the world. ››Education is to train the educatee to have a critical attitude by means of analysis and scientific methods, with which they can transform their world.
Maria Montessori
››“True abilities of man are infinite, each acquired by the human individual during childhood” (108). ››“Education is a natural process spontaneously carried out by the human individual... by experiences upon their environment” (6). ››Each individual has unique capabilities ››Learning inherently through experience ››Education is protection for the future
bedrooms below receive natural light
Nurture, Creation, Participation, Confirmation A user profile was developed through research: age group, condition (physical, psychological, social, cultural), and routine within the condition. Each individual’s personality and background shapes their response to external situations. The research determines which experiences are essential to the heuristic design and how it applies to the site. Design suggestions complement definitions of needs and illustrate how a possible combination of experiences can meet psychological needs to be translated into design. Multiple responses to needs are influenced by each other, linearly or layered and supportive. It is imperative to allow the solutions to develop and form their own strategy. It became evident through the concluding research that the particular responses for this prototype - nurture, participation, creation, and confirmation - took on a layered and supportive role with each other. The role of nurture supports all the other responses while participation and creation determine the amount and rate of confirmation, which in turn, supports more participation and creation.
bookshelves
dn loft
Separation from family creates a lack security and need for nurture. A design solution is intimate spaces that provide security and affection through small scale and soft, abundant materials.
to birds nest overlooking assembly
3m intimate space
visually engaging multi-level corridor
balcony to perch balcony overlooking San Jose
Standing seam copper roof on wood joist and purlins N Loft space: corrugated metal decking with lightweight concrete
2nd level: corrugated metal decking with lightweight concrete Reinforced castin-place concrete column and beam system
Concrete slab on grade with control joints at columns level 3
level 2
level 1
outdoor classroom extension
Nurture, Creation, Participation, Confirmation “Ya se va?” The children ask over and over, “are you leaving?” The sense of abandonment hinders future relationships, therefore a design solution is to provide a variety of ways to engage and be engaged to participate with others. An open and flexible assembly space encourages interaction. Multiple levels of vantage points allow new users to observe activities while acquainting themselves with a new challenging environment. The flexibility of the design allows users to create an environment that suits their needs.
awning doors outdoor classroom extension
folding partition
education space Confirmation of shared thoughts, emotions and experiences gives confidence to the children at Hogar Santa Maria. All of the spaces are designed for users to observe others and confirm their existence within humanity.
outdoor classroom extension double swing doors
outdoor assembly
thinking rock
to living and dining area
amphitheater seating
to other facilities and grounds
The education space is a place of beauty connected to nature to inspire creativity. Physically taking control of the building’s metamorphosis empowers users to take control of the transformation in their own life. The building’s flexibility transforms the environment, offering alternating connections with nature and is intended to be a place of inspiration, where creative outlets treat depression and frustration.
OBJECTIVE:
To work in an environment that pushes the limits of my abilities to experience creative innovation and diverse collaboration with colleagues and clients while pursuing licensure and LEED accreditation.
EXPERIENCE: [2012] Freelance designer and workshop assistant to carpenter [2010 - 2011] Lecture Series Chair
AIAS SCAD Chapter Included the following lecturers: Perry Kulper, Tom Low, Cameron Sinclair, Andrea Ponsi, Olympia Kazi, Brad Samuels, Paul Masi, and Alan Maskin. [2005 - 2008] AutoCAD technician
Kelly, Collins and Gentry, Engineers and Planners
Under the direction of Civil P.E. produced construction documents, proposals, edited red-lines, maintained details and client relations
EDUCATION: [2008 - 2012]
[2003 - 2008]
Master of Architecture The Savannah College of Art and Design, cum laude Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Humanities The University of South Florida
RECOGNITIONS: AIAS, AISC, SCAD RUF, six NAAB showcase studio projects, one permanent collection studio project, and recipient of the Gold Seal scholarship for technical work
PROFICIENCIES: AutoDesk: Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Ecotect Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Bridge, Acrobat Hand drafting, physical 3D model making,conceptual studies Google Sketchup, Rhinoceros, Pheonics GIS systems research, Green Building Studio Digital and film photography Color and composition, document preparation and print Microsoft Office programs Mac and PC platforms
Experiential
Biomimicry function protection
Architecture is
memory/emotional adaptive
LVA
Nature
Leslie Valverde Ayers Imagination Art Compassion contextual social/personal
invention process
e. ayersleslie@gmail.com w. http://issuu.com/leslievalverdeayers
for HUMANITY