Portfolio Volume II

Portfolio Volume II Matthew Doeller

Bachelors Degree in Environmental Design University of Colorado at Boulder Current M.Arch Candidate University of Maryland College Park

Additional Works EHS Electronic Sign Civil Engineering and Architecture, Fall 2008 Glidehouse Revit, Spring 2012 NASHI Prototype Praxis Studio, Spring 2012 Hand Drawn with Digital Overlay

NASHI Design-Build Praxis Studio, Spring 2012 Digital Medias

The Field House Advanced Design Studio, Fall 2012 Digital Media with Hand Modeling

University of Colorado School of Architecture Advanced Design Studio 2, Spring 2013 Digital Media with Hand Modeling

School of Architecture Advanced Design Studio 2, Spring 2013

Project: The goal of the project was to design a new building for the University of Colorado College of Architecture and Planning. Using the site of the existing building, it was important to expand on the footprint to allow for a fabrication lab and more studio space. Furthermore, it was vital that the new school be able to be used as a teaching tool; a “building about building�. Creating something that helps to organize a portion of the building was also within the scope of work.

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1 Studio 2 Open Atrium 3 Critique Space 4 Faculty Offices 5 Restrooms 6 Egress Stairs

Photovoltaic System

Structural System

The roof structure and building infrastructure has the capability to support a photovoltaic system if it is deemed economical for the project

The main structure of the school is constructed of two foot square hollow structural steel. This immense cage of steel allows the floors to hang off of it while supporting a fifty foot cantilever to the south. A small columnade on the western face prevents the structural challenges of trying to cantilever in two directions

Fritted Glass Panel 8” Glass Mullion 4” Concrete on Metal Deck Open Web Joist Curtain Wall Clip

Performative Facade

Insulated Glass Curtain Wall

Prevents overheating by filtering light as it enters the building

2’x2’ Angled HSS Square Tubing (typ) 3”x6” HSS Square Tubing (typ) 6”x6” HSS Square Tubing (typ)

Atrium The open atrium acts as the heart for the building.

Spanning from the gallery space up to the upper level studios, the atrium acts as a connector. Bringing students of all years together and providing daylight and natural ventilation

Integrated Wall

2’x2’ HSS Square Tubing

Wood Treatment | Insulation 1’x1’ HSS Square Tubing Fire Stop (typ)

Insulated Glass Curtain Wall

Interior walls were designed to provide privacy while still allowing a high percentage of sunlight to pass over

Thermal Mass Concrete floors absorb solar energy during the day and radiate the back back into the building at night

Water Stop Waterproofing | Insulation Drainage Pipe

A building About Building: In designing a new school of architecture, it was vital to emphasize the teaching ability of the school.

Revealing all of the structure and mechanical systems provides another way for students to learn.

Incorportating a variety of sustainble design strategies, both passive and active, help students realize the potentials and importance of sustainability.

The Field House Advanced Design Studio, Fall 2012

Project: Developed a farm-to-table restaurant and a private residence for the chef on an existing farm in Boulder, CO. Field-to-table dining is an up and coming concept where the farm produces fresh ingredients that form the majority of the meal. It is designed to be an engaging experience that promotes sustainability of the land.

Initial Design | Sketch

Outdoor Dining Table

The table is ideally located between the commercial kitchen and crop rows allowing for a unique dining experience.

Crop Rows

Prevailing Winds

Adjacent to the kitchen, and located on the 4’ module of the structure, the crop rows help to provide fresh produce for the menu.

Vegetable Wash Station

An intermediate part of the preparation process, the wash station is located between the fields and the kitchen. It encourages public engagement because it is adjacent to the dining tables.

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In an effort to be sustainable; a recycling station outside of the commercial kitchen promotes the reuse of materials.

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Composting

Composting is a great way to provide natural fertilizer for the crops. It prolongs the life of food waste from the preparation and dinner.

Farm Stand

The farm stand provides the opportunity to generate additional revenue by selling produce throughout the day.

Hen House

A moveable hen house provides natural fertilizer for the fields and fresh eggs for the restaurant.

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Located closer to the farm stand than the restaurant, the parking creates the experience of walking along the field before reaching the dining table.

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Plating | Preparation Counter

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Northern Growing Wall

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This growing wall will provide the kitchen with fresh herbs and edibles and allow guests to interact with the food. The prevailing western wind will carry the scent of the growth into the kitchen and dining areas.

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Level 1 Shipping Container Construction [1120 sq ft]

Ideally located between the fields and kitchen to give the diner an immersive experience

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A top of the line commercial grade kitchen to prepare the farm dinners.

Used for both heating and cooking, the hearth is the focal point of the kitchen and dining areas.

Dividing the kitchen from the dining area, this counter acts as a preparation and plating space.

Guests are encouraged to gather at it before the meal to observe its preparation.

The growing wall to the north provides ample space for growing a variety of edibles and flowers.

Its proximity to the structure provides natural insulation on the northern side.

The portion of the growing wall to the east of the structure is reserved for use within the private residence

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This growing wall is designed to provide privacy to the residence from dinner guests.

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Program Implementation: The home is divided into two main zones, the public and private. Establishing privacy for the residents and creating an intimate dining experience for the guests were vital to the success of the project.

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A more intimate dining experience that is ideal for times of inclement weather.

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11 Mechanical Room

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12 Public Restroom

16 Master Bedroom 20 Office

13 Private Kitchen

17 Master Bath

BioSIPs

The second level of the home will be constructed of BioSIPs. The panels are a newly engineered SIP system that uses biobased materials.

Shipping Container Reuse

The primary level of the home will be constructed of reclaimed shipping containers. Two 40’ high cubes will be used for the commercial kitchen area, and two 20’ high cubes for the residential area.

Greywater System

The home will make use of waste water to provide some of the watering needs for the growing walls. Rain water collection from the roof will also supplement the system.

Composting

All of the food scraps from the restaurant and residence will be composted and then used to fertilize the fields.

Moveable Hen House

In addition to providing fresh eggs, the moveable hen house provides natural fertilization for the fields.

Photovoltaics and Solar Hot Water

The roof structure is designed to hold photovoltaic and solar hot water systems to reduce or eliminate the homes reliance on fossil fuels.

Passive Solar Orientation

The home is orientated to take advantage of the southern sun. The awning system is designed to block the harsh, unwanted summer sun from entering the home which may cause it to overheat.

Natural Ventilation

Strategically placed windows allow for natural ventilation of the home.

Natural Insulation

The growing walls will act as a natural insulator for the residence.

Sustainable Features | Model Photos: The home is designed to maximize energy efficiency through passive and active methods. In addition to solar orientation and collection, the growing walls around the home will allow it to disappear into the landscape once the vegetation has become dense enough.

NASHI Design-Build Praxis Studio, Spring 2012 Project Collaboration By: Jesus Abbud Garrett Akol Nicholas Amirault Katherine Armbruster Christopher Ball Matthew Doeller Janna Ferguson Mathew Kaplan

Marco Marco Maycotte Nicholas McClure Matthew Niederhauser Anthony Quattrini Keegan Raleigh Ryan Sellinghausen Charles Tanner Gillian White

Project: In collaboration with the Native American Sustainable Housing Initiative, Oglala Lakota College, and the Thunder Valley Housing Authority, the studio developed a net-zero energy home that will be the prototype for future growth on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. The project was featured in The Dairy Center for the Arts in Boulder, CO with a demonstation straw bale wall and a series of twelve presentation boards. The prototype home is currently under construction in Sharps Corner, SD.

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This is a prototype design and concept site plan illustrating a cluster development of four houses. The project includes outdoor common area and vegetable gardens, as well as wind protection from the north west.

The site is located on the Oglala Lakota College Campus located to the south of BIA HWY 2 and to the west of the town of Kyle, SD. This site was identified by OLC for development in order to continue the faculty housing in one area and to utilize the current access and infrastructure.

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Pine Ridge lies in southwestern South Dakota on the Nebraska state line, about 50 miles east of the Wyoming border. and consists of over 11,000 square miles contained in seven counties. The reservation consists of nine districts over an area about the size of the state of Connecticut. Bennett, Custer, Fall River, Jackson, and Shannon counties in South Dakota. Pine Ridge, Kyle, and Wanblee are the largest communities on the reservation. The winter temperatures average at around zero degrees, and severe blizzards are common. In summer, it can be extremely dry and the temperatures can soar to above 100 degrees.

Climate change impacts affecting the Oglala Lakota Nation are increasing drought and resulting water scarcity; stresses to agriculture, ranching, and natural lands; and changes in wildlife habitats. Other concerns being reviewed are observed changing precipitation and temperature patterns, with increases by as much as 20 percent in some parts of the state where Tribal members reside. In Pine Ridge and other parts of Indian County in South Dakota, the region has become wetter in the winter with greater changes in the area of the Pine Ridge Reservation. (Tribal Climate Change Profile: Oglala Lakota Nation October 2011) Some of the climate change issues identified by TVCDC during the Oglala Lakota Planning process include impacts on the Nations day-to-day life, ecosystems, and economy, such as: • Less snow cover in winter, resulting in less surface water from runoff during the remainder of the year. This is of concern west of the Missouri River, where most of the reservation population lives and most people use surface water.

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• Some plants, including plants used for ceremonial purposes, may be so vulnerable changes in the climate that disappear in certain areas.

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• Traditional food crops, such as berries and timpsila, may no longer be available in adequate quantities on native-held lands.

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• Temperature and water impacts will change which crops can be grown in an area.

• Increasing heat in the summer might increase the number of severe storms. In addition to general destruction, these storms will throw off the timing of crop and forage production. Communities with fewer resources such as Oglala Lakota communities may be less able to recover from the impacts of the severe storms. In the winter, more precipitation will fall as rain and less as snow.

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Site Analysis: Extensive analysis of the site was conducted to determine the best orientation and siting of the four proposed demonstration homes. When finished, the homes will have identical floor plans but will be constructed of straw bale, rammed earth, SIPs, and traditional stick framing. The goal is to determine which sustainable option is best suited for the region.

This page was taken directly from the presentation for the Dairy Center, a larger version is available upon request.

Living History Land loss directly affects the Oglala Lakota’s self-sustainability, thus limiting cultural practices and ways of life.

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Sitting Bull killed

pre-1868 - 188.7 million acres

battle of the little bighorn

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paha sapa (black hills)

1868 - 104.2 million acres

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Population of Lakota estimated at 28,000

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Population of Lakota estimated at 9,000

Lakota migrate west to the Missouri River

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Fort Laramie Treaty of 1851

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Seven Council Fires split into 2

(Black Hills) disovered by Chief Standing Bear

founded on Lakota land

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Wounded Knee II Incident, Civil Rights protest

Battle of the Little Bighorn

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Contextual History: Since the culture of the Oglala Lakota is prominent in their every day lives, it was vital to study their heritage before the demonstration house was designed.

This page was taken directly from the presentation for the Dairy Center, a larger version is available upon request.

Net Zero

SITE ENERGY DEMANDS

Energy Independence

Building conditioning

using net-zero energy strategies to reduce energy costs and promote Tribal sustainability

SITE ENERGY SUPPLY 54% Load reduction

Insulation + Passive strategies

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DHW thermal loads

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Lights + Appliances + Plug loads

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DHW Electric operating loads

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Remaining electric loads to heat DHW

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Solar thermal (64 ft. loop)

PASSIVE STRATEGIES: Orientation: South facing long axis orientation maximizes passive gains

High-efficiency appliances + systems

Passive Solar: 20% glazing on the south facade optimizes passive solar gains during the winter months Thermal Mass: Concrete floors create a mass that absorbs the sun’s energy during the winter, helping heat the space, while remaining a constant temperature in the summer, helping cool the house.

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Air Tight Envelope and Insulation: The tight rectangle envelope geometry and optimized insulation reduce thermal losses and decrease heating load

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Photovoltaic Array (4 kW) Wind turbine * Geothermal * *on-site feasibility TBD

Thermal Blinds: Insulating blinds increase the r-values of windows at night, minimizing thermal losses Ventilation: Operable windows and cross-ventilation allow natural cooling within the house

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ACTIVE STRATEGIES: Photovoltaic Array: Solar PV panels located on the roof will collect the sun’s energy; which will be used to power all of the house’s electrical needs. Excess energy may be stored in batteries located within the mechanical room

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Gas heating loads (source energy)

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Solar Thermal Panels: Approximately 70% of the domestic hot water loads can be heated by solar thermal panels that would located on the roof.

Ground Source Heat Pump: Ground loops use the constant temperature of the earth to establish a constant temperature within the home through the use of a radiant floor system Small Wind Turbine: Winds at the site have the capability to power a small wind turbine. Incorporating this strategy would reduce the size of the PV array

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*geothermal and a wind turbine would reduce the size of the PV array

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Southern orientation and roof overhang create shade in the hot summer and warm sun in the winter

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Solar Hot LSHP-1 Straw bale Consumption Content IRC Modification Modification Water Heater Protoype thermostat setback modified misc loads (plug/phantom loads low flow sinks and showers

Building Energy Comparison done using BeOpt

%100 fluorescent lighting tightest possible building construction

achieves net zero energy with a combination of renewable energy systems

Thermal mass in the floor radiates heat stored from exposure to the sun during the day

Windows throughout the house provide natural cross ventilation

if not 100% electric then only 1,756.95 Kwhr/yr of non renewable energies must be accounted for each year by the user 4 Kw PV used to offset electrical loads of protoype home

Net-Zero Research: In response to the economic climate on the reservation as well as the future sutainability of the Tribe, extensive research was conducted to determine the best construction methods, materials and overall design of the home. Extensive energy modeling was done using BeOpt.

For this portion of the studio my work was focused on determining the best methods for achieving net-zero energy as well as the overall layout of the boards and Dairy Center show.

This page was taken directly from the presentation for the Dairy Center, a larger version is available upon request.

NASHI Prototype

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Project: Prior to determining the optimal design for the prototype home each student created a design proposal for the previously documented project.

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Northern Views Eastern Views Southern Views Western Views

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By incorporating passive design strategies the energy requirements for the home will decrease considerably

South Elevation Shadows at 12pm on December 21 Operable windows Exterior doors Natural ventilation

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Southern facing windows are shaded by the roof keeping the interior spaces a cooler temperature during the summer months Southern orientation allows winter sun to penetrate into the space providing light and heat A concrete floor creates a thermal mass that absorbs solar heat through winter sunlight and naturally radiates it back into the space at night Operable windows in the main rooms of the home allow for natural ventilation in the summer keeping the temperature at a more comfortable level

Glidehouse

Edible Garden

Bathroom 2 5'-8" x 11'

Master Bath 5'-8" x 11'-6"

Reflecting Pool Bedroom 2 12'-9" x 11'

Office 13' x 11'

Master Bedroom 22'-6" x 17' 3"

Bedroom 15'-7" x 11'-2"

Revit, Spring 2012

Living Room 16' x 16'

Project: As the final project for Revit class, I conducted research to find floorplans and elevations of an existing home by a well known architect. Using those plans, I created a Revit model of the Glidehouse by Michelle Kaufmann.

Dining Room 15'-6" x 17'

Kitchen 16' x 17'

EHS Electronic Sign Civil Engineering and Architecture, Fall 2008 Initial Design | Sketches

Project: A design competition among my high school class to design a new electronic sign as part of East Irondequoit Eastridge High School’s capital project. Construction of my design was completed in Spring 2010 at the school in Rochester, NY. Photo by: Linda Quinlan for the Irondequoit Post

A Table made from reclaimed rebar and discarded wood

A Hand Drawn Elevation of an existing building on Pearl Street in Boulder, CO

Green Technologies, Fall 2012

Introduction to Environmental Design II, Spring 2010

Revit Illustrator Photoshop AutoCAD Rhinoceros Sketchup

Matthew Doeller 585.764.1231 mdoeller@umd.edu 6626 Gooseander Ct. Frederick, MD 21703