Michael Moceri architecture portfolio
Academic Work 2006 - present
Transitional Space A place that mediates two or more like or unlike spaces. The study of transitional spaces was captured by two assignments. First, to study an existing staircase on the campus of IIT and produce an axonometric drawing of that staircase. The second part was to create a transitional space using a found kit of parts. This was accomplished through both drawing and model.
Building Study A fundamental understanding of the complexities of architecture is gained through the study of existing architecture. understanding of Mario Botta’s Riva San Vitale was gained through research, drawing, full scale work, and model making.
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Color Study
The color unit began with the study of color on a small scale, with a color collage. The second aspect was to investigate the role color plays in defining a space. This was accomplished through a full scale installation located on a site within Crown Hall. Tones of blue and orange were arranged in a way to invoke the feeling of cool or warm.
Bend/Fold/Support
Bend, fold, and support were the three main focuses of the first year final project. The goal of this project was to explore these concepts in both a material and spacial sense. The final built structure was required to use an existing material in a way other than designed while at the same time constructing something capable of supporting the human body.
Brick Studio
Second year architecture studio focuses on materials. First semester’s material was brick. We began by learning the various bonding types. From there, we created foundation details to used later for the semester project. The semester project was to create a all brick writer’s studio. Given the building footprint, we were responsible for planning the interior space.
Brick Studio elevation + roof detail
Brick Studio plan
CAD in Practice
During second year we take our second computing class. The goal of this class was to learn the basics of a full drawing set. Because this occured during our brick semester, our semester long project was to design and complete a drawing set for an all masonry art gallery. The class also introduced us to Revit. We modeled a double skin curtain wall during this time.
Wood Studio Second semester's material was wood. The semester project was to design a three bedroom single family home on a site located on lake Michigan. We started by learning the details. These included the roof, wall sections, doors, and windows. From there we designed the home based on a constant bay dimension. The program for the home included a separation of public and private spaces as well as the inclusion of a screened in terrace.
Wood Studio sections + elevations
Wood Studio plan
Steel Studio
Steel semester’s project was to design a fire station for the site located at the corner of Hubard and Wells. Utilizing repurposed shipping containers, the station engages the urban environment presented at the turn of the “EL� tracks. The innate modularity of the shipping container allows for adaptability to any site. The containers are joined to form modules which are then connected and stacked to form the structure. Because of the rigid frame and corrugated infill of the shipping container, they can be used as structural members such as beams and columns. This leads to structural elements becoming occupiable spaces.
Steel Studio elevations
Professional Work
2005 - present
While working at Group A Architects, I worked on single family projects ranging from a 1,500 sf. second floor addition to a custom 5,300 sf. home. I was responsible for creating all design development and permit drawings for each project. Along side liscensed architects, I worked on a variety of other projects, including Bridgeport Village, a 116 single family home development on Chicago’s south side.
Convergint Technologies Remodel
The remodel for Convergint Technologies included a 12,000 sf. oďŹƒce space and 3,000 sf. warehouse. Work completed involved all phases on construction: demolition, wall framing, electrical, plumbing, network wiring, fire and security and, flooring. I was also responsible for creating all required permit documents for the village.
Personal Work 2006 - present
This page: Custom built in wine cellar. Including antique thin brick wall. Right: Fiberglass speaker enclosure. Custom fiberglass enclosure made to fit behind the rear wheel well to minimize the amount of trunk space used. This two phase process involved creating a mold of the space behind the wheel well and then utilizing wooden speaker rings and stretching material over the mold to form the front half.