Molly Gagnon / Candidate for B.S. in Architecture / Northeastern University
Molly Gagnon
(518) 527 - 9749 / mmgagnonn@gmail.com / linkedin.com/in/mmgagnonn
Skills
Education
References
Technical
Northeastern University, Boston MA
Ben Wilson, AIA, LEED AP
Adobe Illustrator
Candidate for BS in Architecture / Class of 2022
Principal
Adobe InDesign
IE University, Segovia, Spain / Spring 2020 Study Abroad Semester
Bargmann Hendrie + Archetype, Inc.
Adobe Photoshop
GPA: 3.75 / Dean’s List Fall 2017 - Fall 2018, Fall 2020 / Dean’s Scholarship
Adobe Premiere
College of Arts, Media and Design: Creative Leaders Portfolio Scholarship
(617) 456 - 2261
AutoCAD Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Revit Bluebeam Revu Garageband iOS Microsoft Office QGIS Rhinoceros
Experience
Brian Gregory, AIA,
Bargmann Hendrie + Archetype, Inc.
LEED Green Associate
Architectural Co-op.
Project Manager,
Worked closely with Principals, Architects and Project Managers on
Urban Design Practice
projects ranging from small residential additions to large-scale apartment complexes. Produced construction and schematic drawings. Created and edited 3D and physical models as well as renderings for presentations.
Physical
Met with clients and community members, and made site visits.
Hand Sketching
5/2019 - 11/2019
Laser Cutting Model Making
bwilson@bhplus.com
Northeastern University AIAS Vice President of Special Events.
Perkins&Will Boston (973) 229 - 3454 brian.gregory@perkinswill.com Chana Haouzi, AIA Architect and Rose Fellow City of Boston chanahaouzi@gmail.com
Coursework
Lead initiatives in planning, promotion, and logistics of events and
Design Tactics & Operations
meetings. Coordinate with the School of Architecture Administration as well as represent the Northeastern chapter in National AIAS events.
Interests
Embodied Environments &
Previously the Webmaster. Maintained website and social media accounts,
Figure Skating
including creating graphics and curating content to engage with members
Cross Country Skiing
Climate Sensibilities Studio Architecture of Social Reform Architecture, Infrastructure & the City Studio
and other AIAS chapters over social media platforms. 5/2018 - 5/2019, 5/2020 - Present
Guitar Skateboarding
Northeastern University NOMAS
Cycling
Structural Systems
AIAS Liaison.
Duolingo
Design Studio 4: Program -
Advocate for changes to the curriculum to make it more inclusive. Aid
Fishing
in the logistics and planning for events. Collaborated with AIAS and
Writing
Spain Study Abroad Advanced Architectural Communication
Serve as the link between the Northeastern AIAS and NOMAS chapters.
the SOA Administration to plan the Fall 2020 Spatial Inclusion Lecture Series. Previously a Cultural Liaison and Communications Specialist. Informed members of events within the Asian-American Community at
Sustainable Urban
Northeastern. Notified members with informative e-mail newsletters.
Transportation in the
9/2018 - 11/2019, 5/2020 - Present
Netherlands
Urban Oasis How do you create an escape from the city in the heart of Madrid?
PONDering Infrastructure Can infrastructure not only protect against stormwater flooding but educate and foster community?
Internship Work at bh+a When thoughts and ideas become reality, what does it look like?
Creative Endeavors What are other outlets for creativity?
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Urban Oasis How do you create an escape from the city in the heart of Madrid? Spring 2020 / IE University: Segovia / Design Studio 4: Program / Clara Murado
This recreation complex combines a variety of recreation and entertainment programs into a breath of fresh air in the sprawling city of Madrid. / 1 patio view
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green spaces
This project reimagines what the open, boarded up lot between these buildings could be, literally filling the void with recreation and leisure.
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A sculptural rock wall both secludes and invites visitors into the space, dancing around the rigid shapes of the surrounding buildings. A beachfront is brought to the middle of Madrid with the inclusion of a competitive beach volleyball court, accompanied by a water playspace and outdoor café seating, shaded by hanging vines and plants.
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The three main programs constitute three main circles of influence, with surrounding spaces supporting them. A main walkway serves as a path to connect each of them.
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PONDering Infrastructure Infrastru Can infrastructure not only protect against stormwater flooding but educate and create community? Fall 2020 / Architecture, Infrastructure & the City / Brian Gregory
The need to protect infrastructure and vulnerable populations is dire. How can we do this while also preserving valuable public and urban space? / 11 pool view / pavilion view
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The need to protect the Southwest Corridor and ensure it remains operational to ensure mobility and equity is greatly needed.
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With unprecedented weather events occurring more frequently, the public spaces that the people of Boston have fought for are at risk of going underwater.
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This project combines education, infrastructure and community to create a public space that helps prevent stormwater flooding.
base lot parcel sf: 117,805
It is also a space that can support events and programs that benefit the community, as well as the neighboring Roxbury Community College.
setback 1 rear yard: 20’
Skateboarders have often found use for water management facilities.
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building height maximum: 45’
not allow floods to permeate
A public skatepark and new bike path that doubles as stormwater management infrastructure can both protect the MBTA and create valuable spaces of learning, growth, education, and human connection.
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floor area ratio sf x 2 = 235,610 sf
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Rooftop access and access to Pavilion
The skatepark is often treated as purely recreational space, but it can be so much more. The sense of community that is fostered through skateboarding is valuable to our urban spaces.
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Skateparks can also manage stormwater flooding and protect infrastructure for vulnerable communities. 3 - Testing Center 2 - Library RCC Expansion 1, 2 - Common areas is close to other 1 - Cafeteria academic buildings
Pavilion Integrated into topography
Skatepark Open Space employs full grade of terrain with access from main and side streets. High visibility, access to RCC building, with “catch basin” more parallel to topography to catch runoff
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Internship Work
Bargmann Hendrie r + Arc Archetype When thoughts and ideas become reality, what does it look like? May 2019 - November 2019 / Direct Supervisor: Principal Ben Wilson
A collection of projects and odd-jobs that I took on as an intern at a midsized architecture firm in Boston for my first co-op experience. / 21 daniel f. burns apartments renovation - edits to façade design changes made by me in completed render
Working closely in collaboration with other architects and designers, I completed many tasks for a variety of projects around the office. I edited Revit models and made changes to renders in Adobe Photoshop, as well as created BIM models from scratch based on old drawing sets. I also revised construction documents and produced presentation materials for projects ranging from small residential additions to public housing complexes.
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north elevation
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apartment types
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summer street renovation proposal
daniel f. burns apartments typical unit
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Creative Endeavors
What are other outlets for creativity? May 2019 - November 2019 / Direct Supervisor: Principal Ben Wilson
The Boston Tree Party A series exploring the picturesque qualities and total environments within the Emerald Necklace. Acrylic, Ink, Watercolor 11” x 17” / 27
under the sea
streets
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what comes next?
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music production / performance - link to original song “not a virus” foliage
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molly!!! on ice
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