As children, we started drawing simple houses with a square base and gabled roof. Over time, our concept of a “dream house” evolved, in my case was a big house with a spa room. Suddenly you realized that the answer for the statement “Described me your future house” can be a cottage, a loft, even a camper. This journey taught me that architecture is about understanding and solving user’s needs.
The design language is incomplete without considering global needs. Today, it is crucial to recognize the environmental impact of the construction. The world demands our care, and we must integrate mitigation and adaptive strategies in our designs.
Ultimately, architecture is about listening and reflecting an unified language between functionality, economy, history, people, and the environment.
Who am I?
I am passionate about understanding the motivations behind architectural decisions, which is why at the beginning of every new project I enjoy comprehending the context, enabling me to develop and propose effective architectural designs.
I highly value historical, environmental, and cultural components in my work. These interests led me to pursue my master’s degree abroad, where I have had the opportunity to work with people from diverse cultures, enhancing my communication and leadership skills. I’m known for creating environments where all ideas are heard, differences are respected, and professional growth is supported by providing mutual help between my colleagues.
Languages
Spanish | Mothertongue
English | Advanced Level C1/IELTS 2022
Italian | Intermediate, Level B1
Photogrammetry survey for data acquisition | Turin Polytechnic | Turin, Italy
Architectural Research Group Habitat | Pontifica Javeriana Cali University | Cali, Colombia
Bachelor’s degree | Architecture with emphasis on bioclimatic | Pontifica Javeriana Cali University | Cali, Colombia
English Exchange | College Platon | Montreal, Canada
* Expected Graduation Date
High school degree | Diana Oese Bilingual School | Cali, Colombia
Participation | Kaira Looro, architecture for peace - Architecture Competition
Publication and academic recognition seal for the text “Appropriation of architecture: the case of Aranya Low cost housing and Residential Passages” | By ARQ Editorial in the academic catalog for the Pan-American Architecture Biennial in Quito
1st Place Architectural Design | Integrated Bioclimatic Project I, 7th semester at Javeriana University
1st Place Architectural Design | Basic Integrated Project, 6th semester at Javeriana University
Italy (MP)
Iran
Senegal (MP)
Colombia (BP)
Maternity Center
Kaira Looro Competition, Senegal
The project’s primary objective is to create a caring and secure atmosphere that meets the requirements of mothers as well as newborns, with a strong focus on 3 targets, infection control, quality of care (comfort and privacy) and staff efficiency. Achieving the needs of every user creates a well-being environment, due to the inevitable fact that people are interconnected every day, which is why “cluster of care” represents how to achieve the primary objective.
Understanding “cluster” as a system in which people are coming together to cooperate which each other proving an enriching environment; “Care” as a system with 3 key units—maternal care, medical, and community—each meticulously integrated into the architectural layout and by acknowledging each need the 3 targets can be achieve.
Team Members
Sama Tanasan - Maryam Salaritelmadarreh - Maria Jose Lopez - Juan Manuel Benavides - Ushani Savishka Galbada
(2 Spots)
I want to feel comfortable, with my own space, and my rights respected
I feel tyred after a long shift
I had given birth to 5 children, I have knowledge I want to share
I want to be with mommy when my sister arrives
Mommy’s milk
Kolda, located in Casamance region of southern Senegal, has a tropical savanna climate. Throughout the year it experiences a wet and dry season with warm temperatures. During its dry season (Oct-May), daytime temp. can reach 35-40°C; In the wet season, temperatures are slightly cooler, ranging from 25-30°C.
In Kolda, a building’s comfort condition without optimization is approximately 6.3% (psychrometric chart). Simulations of the building envelope, ventilation, and daylight factor were conducted using Design Builder, Andrew Marsh Daylight, and Ubakus software. The study focused on the Post-Natal Ward (11), modeled in Design Builder to compare strategies and assess performance step by step.
strategies,V3 and R4,
By integrating all the strategies, only 8% days per year exceed the 80% acceptability limit. Overall, the comfort remains inside an acceptable range.
The materials selected for the building were primarily chosen for their affordability, local availability, and suitability for Casamance.
1. Corrugated Metal Sheet
2. Straw
3. Secondary Roof Supports
4. Primary RosewoodTruss
5. Metal (for solar reflection)
6. Bamboo Gutter
7. Concrete Ring Beam (0.2 x 0.3 m)
8. Ceiling: Straw Mats, with Rosewood Frame
9. Water Bottels (secured with string)
10. Rammed Earth (thickness 0.3m)
11. Insect Net
Time shift: 12 Hrs
Heat storage capacity: 268 J/kg-K
U-value: 1.942 W/m2K
Roof solution: Double Roof
Time shift: 5 Hrs
Heat storage capacity: 56 J/kg-K
U-value: 2.17 W/m2K
12. Louvered Window. Controls levels of privacy
13. Bamboo Fence
14. Primary Column
15. Wild Bamboo
16. Pre Fabricated Metal base for Diagonal Columns
17. Cement Floor Finishing
18. Compact Laterite Stone (shapeless stone)
19. Concrete Foundation
Wall Solution: Rammed Earth
From Displacement To Rootedness
The case of Urmia Lake, Iran
The water shortage in the Urmia Lake Basin causes displacement of both living and non-living. Mismanaged water resources and political factors have triggered a chain of events: drought in the lake, health and social problems, displacement of water, salt, population, and organisms.
Our approach aims for sustainable inhabitation using the potentiality of the territory where living and non-living could inhabit together and rooted among the soil. By different strategies we let nature recover by its own time, allowing the soil to absorb salt and vegetation to regrow.
We were able flamingos, drink for a walk and
I started to saw new dams every year, and also new crops around.
URMIA LAKE BASIN
Team Members: Hiba Hamid Hashmi - Maria Jose Lopez Ortiz
In my childhood, I used to go every vacation to my grandpa’s guest house.
Water Retention Ponds
By retaining the surface-runoff water in these sloped retention ponds, it gives enough time to the eroded land to drain the water. Will help to raise the water table and foster new species of flora.
Poles and Halophytes Plantation
Halophytes, (1.5m - 2m high) salt resistant wild plants. Their leaves reduce the salt content
Flamingos returning to the lake
Poles (1m to 1.5m high) planted as anchors will help in reducing the impact of salt storms and soil erosion
Agriculture land
Acquifier
Saline top soil layer
Halophyte’s roots retain water and create bacteria which makes the soil healthier Eroded saline soil slowly gaining fertility
Enhanced ecosystem with the growth of low water consuming crops and trees
Restored Biodiversity
My family needed to close their business
Return of tourism and recreational activities
Increased water table
In areas where soil salinity has been controlled the poles are removed
Meta Reale
Redefining Heritage through Immersive Experiences, Italy
In the center of historic Turin lies The Royal Palace, which was the heart of the political and cultural power of the House of Savoy. Today, it serves as the Royal Museum and is notably listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Although the museum features numerous exhibitions across various areas of the complex, not all the sections are open to the public. Therefore, this Atelier aims to open part of the fourth floor to host new activities that will complement the museum’s offerings.
The Atelier was divided in 3 part: Territorial and history investigation, Geomatics survey, Architectural design.
Team Members: Mahya Asghari - Bahare Hokmabadi
Hiba Hamid Hashmi - Maria Jose Lopez Ortiz
Territorial and Historical Framework
Savoy Residences in the city and along the region reflect the power of the ruling house.
Piazza
1. Palazzo Reale / 2. Chapel of Holy Shroud / 3. Roman Theater / 4. Antiquities Museum / 5. The Sabaud Gallery / 6. Royal Armory / 7. Royal library / 8. Royal Gardens / 9. Palazzo Chiablese / 10. Piazza Reale
Turin City Center
Open Colored Point
Export it as an E57 to open it in Point Cab
Adjust the Visual Fields to get the section required.
Import images with GCPs and Local Coordinates.
Optimizing camera alignment to reduce error margin less than 1 cm
Geomatic Process
Match the reference system with the GCPs, by placing the markers.
Dense Cloud
Geomatic Process
WorkFlow Menu, selected Build Dense Cloud. In the open dialog choose Medium Quality.
2. Dense Cloud tool in the main bar and choose Dense Cloud.
1. WorkFlow Menu, selected Build Mesh. In the open dialog choose Dense Cloud as source of Data. 2. Model Wireframe tool in the main bar and choose Model WireFrame
Total Station - 3D Survey, GCPs
Total Station - 3D Survey, GCPs
Room 202, Selection of Areas
Cloud Compare results for Room 207 and the Third Floor, It gives a Point Cloud in Mesh as Well as in Color. The
3. Turning off the
layers, in order to get a Point Cloud which the areas of interest.
Room 207
207 and the Third Floor, It gives a Point Cloud in Mesh as Well as in Color. The Point Cloud can come with parts which are not important to our area of study. In this case through Cloud Compare we are able to cut them. After that the file can be exported to E57 or LAS format which is then imported to PointCAB software to create 2D orthoPhotos.
2. Segment Out Tool. We use it to create a new layer with the previous selected areas.
3. Turning off the previous created layers, in order to get a Point Cloud which the areas of interest.
Mesh Cloud Textured Cloud
Architectural Framework
The city aims to become Sustainable and Smart by 2030, which requires Digital technologies to be incorporated in all realms. Projects have been launched to digitize city data and the government seeks to create more opportunities to blend cultural tourism with advanced technologies. Hence, the museum must have an area which integrates art, architecture, science and technology.
The Royal museum of Torino already offers a digital and virtual tour of the Polo Reale and a channel called È Reale to showcase the Palace. Our proposal seeks to continue increasing technological integration by transforming the traditional museum experience into a technologically advanced narrative, encapsulating the past with futuristic scenarios.
AI
2D/3D Experts
Reception AR Interactive Area
Augmented Reality (AR)
Sinuoso del Oeste - Apartments
Located in the prestigious residential neighborhood of La Arboleda, Sinouso del Oeste benefits from its surroundings. La Arboleda is renowned for its wealthy residents, picturesque views from an arboreal landscape and the refreshing breezes coming from the south and southeast.
The building’s design has been developed by recognizing the social, urban, and environmental context while meeting the needs of its users. The building serve as a mirror, embracing the surrounding vegetation by integrating it into the interior. Additionally, the design fulfills diverse user requirements, offering four distinct typologies.
The building offers a variety of common areas designed to improve residents’ quality of life. These spaces provide opportunities for relaxation, promote a healthy and productive lifestyle, and foster social interactions where families and friends can create lasting memories.
Garden
Coworking
Reception
March 21 June 21 December 21
To provide inner comfort a solar and wind analysis were made.
East Façade: Receives direct morning sunlight. Inner spacers are protected by balconies
West Façade: Receives direct afternoon sunlight. Inner spaces are protected by double wall (Balconies are not allowed by normative)
Concrete Drip
Metal Sections
Suspended Superboard Ceiling (Outside)
Bricks With a Stretcher Bond
Ceramic Planter with an Insulating Protective Membrane (Waterproof) & Vegetable Mantle
Located in the abandoned drive-in Cinema, the Cinematheque Piedra Grande aims to become an urban landmark due to its strategic position, in one of the sixth Cali’s entrances, between two heritage country houses (Haciendas), educational premises, a residential expansion zone and surrounded by a strong environmental component.
The cinematheque connects with its surroundings by highlighting urban views like the Hacienda and welcoming the wetland, at the same time it evokes the urban, neighborhood and heritage components that surround the lot. Textures were selected to enhance comfort by reducing urban heat island effects, and restore the water cycle.
Hacienda Piegragrande
Roof
Various types of roofing were selected to protect the building from its continuous solar radiation. To foster a connection between the occupants and the city, some roofs are walkable, enhancing the external views.
Façade
A hexagonal module was selected to highlight the various landmarks in the area. This geometry receives constant solar exposure at different angles. To protect the building, a double façade was designed, featuring vertical wooden elements. The spacing of these elements will vary depending on the orientation of the façade.
Walkable Roof
Walkable Green Roof
Solar Panels Green Roof
The hexagonal module can be understood through its circulation by recognizing which areas of the program can be divided and which ones do not. For instance, the cinema, the black box, and the philharmonic cannot be divided.
circulation Divisible Program
circulation Indivisible Program
walkable
3. Terrace
2. Creation Lab
1. Art Gallery
Amphitheater Floral Garden
A geometry analysis was made to achieve the visibility of the screen to each user. Under the staircase bathrooms and offices are placed. The projector room was designed to be enclosed with acoustic glass. This design decision aims to supply the historical hall with an inside view of how movies are made.
3. Philharmonic rooms
2. Philharmonic and Historical hall 1. Philharmonic
Section 2-2’
Other Works
Architectural illustration. Volume made in Sketchup, and postproduction in Illustrador Lake House
Cultural Hall
Architectural illustration. Section made in AutoCad and postproduction in Illustrator y Photoshop
Composition made in Illustrator using tracing technique on the given image. Character created under the framework of the Petronio Álvarez Festival, a festival that evokes
culture. Programs used Photoshop e Illustrator.
Afro-Colombian
Family portrait Petronio Project
Characters made with Photoshop by using images to create textures and brushes to give light and shadow effect. All were put together in InDesign for the Fanzine creation.
rivalidad con el Rey Calabaza, Jack Skellington.
testado a la vez por su naturaleza espantosa, su apetito caníbal y su
tado como un saco de arpillera lleno de insectos con una inclinación por los juegos de azar. Es temido y -de
gonita de la película. Esta -represen
Oogie Boogie, es el principal -anta
Oogie Boogie
SALLY, es la deuteragonista de la pelicula, es una -mu ñeca de trapo humanoide creada por el Dr. -Finkels tein. Esta enamorada de Jack.
Jack y Sally JACK, también conocido como el “Rey Calabaza”. Es capaz de aterrar a los humanos, e incluso a los monstruos que viven en Halloweentown. El -en cuentra el camino hacia el Pueblo de la navidad y queda encantado.
El
extrano mundo de Jack
Maria José López Ortiz
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Maria José López Ortiz Architect with a master in sustainability
