Portfolio of Work
2013 - Present Professional Collection
Contents 4 Robinson Pavilion at the Skyline Gardens Atlanta Botanical Garden 12 Juniper & 10th High Rise Atlanta Housing Authority | Columbia Residential 24 Parish Hall Renovations All Saints’ Episcopal Church 32 Ponce City Market Jamestown Properties 42 Fire Station No. 19 City of Atlanta 48 Tech Tower Stair Georgia Institute of Technology 54 Old Fourth Ward Hotel Atlanta 58 Corporate Campus Zaxby’s Franchising 64 Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site National Park Service 66 Private Residence Rome, Georgia 68 Church Renovations and Additions St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 70 Law Office Renovation Baker Donelson 72 2nd & Hosea and BeltLine Mixed-Use Atlanta 74 Networks Bachelor of Architecture Thesis | Auburn University 80 Civic Modularity Bachelor of Interior Architecture Thesis | Auburn University 86 Explorations Drawings, Ceramic, Graphic Design, Photography
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Robinson Pavilion at the Skyline Gardens Atlanta Botanical Garden | Atlanta, GA
Offering the best views of the city, the
Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein designed
Atlanta Botanical Garden’s (ABG) Skyline
the contemporary Robinson Pavilion to
Garden transformed an underutilized
serve as the Skyline Garden’s “front porch,”
and under-visited area into a new, vibrant
a place to pause and take-in spectacular
destination. With its distinctive modern
views of the Skyline Garden and the park
character, the Skyline Garden compliments
and city beyond. Lightweight in appearance,
the other ABG display gardens. The 1.5-acre
steel columns and beams support the thin
garden extends from the southeastern
horizontal roof plane. The contrasting mass
side of the Great Lawn south to the rear
of the stucco-clad archways create portals
of the Fuqua Orchid Center on a hillside
to the Skyline Garden when approaching
overlooking Piedmont Park.
from the Great Lawn, framing a cast-in-place concrete arch and plinth designed for the
According to Mary Pat Matheson, Garden
display of sculpture. Once under the roof,
President and CEO:
each of these elements serve to frame the dramatic views to the east.
“This is going to be one of the most spectacular venues in the city, whether
Sized to accommodate a wide variety of
you’re into exploring a unique palette of
year-round activities, the open-air pavilion’s
plants that can flourish in the Southeast
deep roof overhangs provide a shady respite
or want to hold a romantic wedding with a
on hot days and its fireplace and hearth
skyline view or simply need a quiet escape –
offers a chance to relax and warm-up during
all in the center of the city”
cooler weather. Planned events include weddings, lectures, and opera and theatrical performances.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Fall 2013 - Spring 2017 Owner: Atlanta Botanical Garden Design Team: James Choate, Thomas Little, Nicholas Purcell, Neil Weekly General Contractor: Genoa Construction Company
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Personal Involvement: I was brought on during the initial schematic phase of the project to assist with digital modeling and concept studies. The team collaborated on the minimalistic aesthetic of the structure and palate of materials. During client interactions, I conducted meeting notes and distributed information to the owner and consultants. After the completion of the design, renderings and presentation drawings were needed that not only communicated the placement of the pavilion within the site, but also the future layout of the Skyline Gardens with their specific vegetation. During the construction documents and administration phases, which tended to overlap, I would assist in correcting drawings and laying out details based on the project architect’s needs. Site visits later ensued, with me accompany the project manager for reviews, photography and the final punch list. The project opened to the public in May of 2017.
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Juniper & 10th High Rise Columbia Residential | Atlanta, GA
Located at the heart of Midtown, Atlanta’s
SBCH identified solutions to address energy
most sought-after neighborhood, the Juniper
efficiency and resident comfort. In the living
and Tenth High-rise has provided housing
units, all electrical systems were replaced,
for senior and disabled residents since
new HVAC units provide fresh air and keep
1974. By 2015 deferred maintenance and
residents comfortable, while new residential
outdated building systems were impacting
appliances lower energy demand. In
building operations and resident comfort.
residences and public spaces all new light fixtures use energy efficient, long-lasting
Columbia Residential challenged Surber
LED lamps. Exterior walls were replaced
Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects (SBCH)
at levels 2-13, greatly improving thermal
to help resolve these problems and upgrade
performance and thermally-broken, double
the building.
glazed windows improve energy efficiency and address acoustical concerns.
Significant shortcomings were discovered by the design team. Uninsulated exterior walls
Additionally, a new main entry porch facing
and single-glazed windows compromised
10th Street was designed, providing a
interior comfort and energy efficiency.
new identity for the main entrance to the
HVAC systems struggled to heat and cool
building. Curb cuts along Juniper Street
the building. Apartment floor plans were
were removed and a new amenity, an
dated, dark and inefficient. Additionally, the
exterior terrace on Juniper Street, was
building lacked a clear identity and defined
created.
main entrance; an underutilized delivery entrance interrupted sidewalks and blocked
The building is fully sprinklered and includes
access to common spaces; and most
approximately 101,000 gross square
importantly, there were very limited outdoor
feet within a basement level, main floor
amenities for the residents.
and twelve floors dedicated to residential apartments.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Winter 2015 - Present Owner: Atlanta Housing Authority | Columbia Residential Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Thomas Little, Grant Cameron, Nicholas Purcell General Contractor: J. M. Wilkerson Construction Company
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Personal Involvement: As an early team member, I participated in the client meetings during the late programmatic and early schematic phases of the project by assisting in note taking and site walks of the existing structure. After gathering appropriate existing field data and measurements, work began on redesigning the units within their existing footprints. Our main goal was to recreate the design of each residential space while retaining the earlier renovations that had taken place on the lower public levels. This proved to be a challenge, especially without the presence of existing drawings. The exterior was developed over a staggered grid system that emphasized the existing vertical concrete piers which stood proud of the facade. During the design development and construction document phases, we met with the owners and builders to assess the economy of the project along the way. I was heavily involved in the CD phase and participated in code research to unit planning, dimensioning, and design. The project is currently in the construction administration phase, and I have been used for the occasional site visit and reviewing of submittals. Juniper & 10th is slated for completion early 2018.
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Parish Hall Renovations All Saints’ Episcopal Church | Atlanta, GA
Although the building is central to parish
The uncovering of an existing window that
life at All Saints’, the 1950’s era Parish
had been concealed in an earlier renovation
Hall was in need of extensive renovations
visually expands the space, bringing natural
and repairs when SBCH was first asked
light to the space, and new metal and wood
to consider remodeling of the structure.
trim creates a decorative theme that is
Piecemeal renovations had left the building
used to visually organize the adjacent lobby
with a hodgepodge of finishes, light fixtures,
spaces and the design of the remodeled
furnishings, and improvised solutions to the
spaces on the third level.
Parish’s changing functional needs, while aging building systems struggled to keep
On the third floor, a large classroom known
up with the building’s heating and cooling
to parishioners as the “skylight room” was
needs. The building includes Ellis Hall, a
reconfigured to accommodate a variety of
large multi-function space on the main level;
uses, taking advantage of the additional
offices and meeting rooms on the second
space made available after comple-tion of
floor; and classrooms on the third floor.
the Youth Loft. The third-floor classrooms are also served by a new lounge area,
As a signature space, the remodeled Ellis
furnished with a seating group designed for
Hall serves a number of functions, hosting
casual interaction, which shares daylight
dinner meetings and luncheons, musical
from the adjacent skylight through frosted
events, community meetings, and serves as
glass doors.
an additional worship space. The ceiling of this double-height space brings order to the
Since building systems were never
jumble of lighting, audiovisual equipment,
significantly upgraded since the 1950’s,
and air conditioning supply and return
the project also included the replacement
registers, obscuring most from direct view,
of existing HVAC, lighting, and plumbing
and a new double-height storage room
systems with new, more efficient systems
provides ample storage for chairs and
and installation of new audiovisual systems.
tables.
Additionally, third floor rest rooms were expanded and made fully accessible.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Winter 2014 - Spring 2015 Owner: All Saints’ Episcopal Church Area: 17,560 gsf Design Team: James Choate, Thomas F. Little, Nicholas Purcell Interior Design and Furnishing: Susan Bozeman Susan B. Bozeman Designs, Inc. Contractor: Van Winkle & Company, Inc.
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Personal Involvement: The project had already begun the schematic phases of design when I was introduced to the team to assist in field dimensioning and data collection. Through site photography and measurements, I then proceeded to synthesize this information for use in the layouts of the third level classrooms and main level meeting hall. My involvement in the fabrication of a digital model and diagrammatic views led to the final design for client presentations. I also assisted with the completion of the construction documents to meet project deadlines. After the bidding process and throughout the CA phase, I would make periodic site visits to assist the project manager in construction quality reviews. There were also opportunities to analyze specifications, change orders and act in the creation of architectural sketches.
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Ponce City Market Jamestown Properties | Atlanta, GA
Ponce City Market includes the rehabilitation
On the roof, a nod to the historic Ponce
of an historic Sears Roebuck & Company
Springs amusement park opened in 2016
distribution center and its surrounding 15.9-
along with a music venue, marking the site
acre site. Opening in 1926, with additions
as an entertainment hub. This location at
constructed in 1932, 1948, and 1966, the
the confluence of historic neighborhoods
complex is the largest masonry building
has proven to be very popular, with overall
in the Southeast, including two million-
occupancy rates nearing 100%.
plus square feet of space. Planning for the project began in 2011 and construction was
Federal and State tax credits for
completed in 2015.
rehabilitation of historic properties made this project possible. Jamestown
Even before completion, Ponce City Market
Properties’ leveraging of these credits,
became a catalyst for neighborhood
with an estimated value of over $50
development: In the two years before
million, make Ponce City Market one of the
the building was sold, only two building
largest preservation tax credit projects in
permits were issued nearby. Two years
the nation’s history. Taking advantage of
after Jamestown Properties acquired the
these incentives required that the entire
property, 38 building permits were issued in
development team work with the State
the same area. Furthermore, many of these
Historic Preservation Office and National
additional permits addressed the alteration,
Park Service to ensure compliance with the
conversion, and repair of existing or historic
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.
buildings. Prior to construction, the team conducted After opening in 2015, Ponce City Market
the historic research necessary to prepare a
quickly became a must-visit destination, with
National Register Nomination and prepared
shops and restaurants located in the lower
an architectural survey which identified
levels and class-A offices and residential
significant features of the existing building
apartments occupying upper floors.
and site.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Summer 2013 - Spring 2016 Owner: Jamestown Properties Area: 2,000,000 gsf Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Eric Seugling, Thomas F. Little, Jeremy Moffet, Neil Weekley, Daniel Sweeney, Asa Martin, Nicholas Purcell Contractor: Gay Construction Company
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Personal Involvement: This project is massive and its scope broad, which is why my participation in various phases of Ponce City Market is diverse. After joining SBCH in the summer of 2013, I began assisting in the red-lining of construction documents for the main building. Site visits were occasionally performed in order to collect data for an office or retail buildout. The majority of the main building was already in the mid-to-final phases of construction administration, but my time on the project allowed for me to witness some of the progress on the structure. In the fall of 2013, I began assisting the project architect in the creation of construction documents for the conversion of the service building into retail, restaurant, and educational spaces. This led to presentation drawings and the need for renderings. I was also a part of the research and design studies that led to the louvered screen system utilized on the structure to give privacy to the daycare facility. Occasional site visits were also performed during the later periods of the project. Later in 2014, the need for a parking deck and BeltLine pavilion to service Ponce City Market became the main focus of the multi-phase development. I was a part of the initial schematic design team and assisted with the fabrication of conceptual renderings and research. After the final design had been established, my participation in the project ranged from the occasional site visit to aiding in the development of construction documents. After the completion of all the major phases of Ponce City Market, I was asked to comprise a detailed documentation and presentation of the progression of the site, from the early 1900s to the present design. This allowed for me to have a better understanding of the history of the structure and the reasoning for the building’s evolution. I was also involved in the capturing of professional photography of the site along with some post-production and marketing work.
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Fire Station No. 19 City of Atlanta | Atlanta, GA
Serving the Virginia-Highland neighborhood
Due to the success of this campaign in
since 1925, Fire Station No. 19 is the oldest
2016, the VHCA engaged Surber Barber
continuously operating fire station in Atlanta.
Choate + Hertlein Architects (SBCH) to
The station’s importance as an architectural
develop rehabilitation plans for the station.
and historic landmark is second only to its function as an unofficial community center.
As envisioned, this project is a collaboration between the VHCA and neighborhood, the
While continual occupancy by the Atlanta
Atlanta Fire Rescue Department, the City
Fire Rescue Department effectively
of Atlanta, and the design team. Southface
preserved the building, growing problems
Energy Institute will oversee certification of
related to deferred maintenance and
the project under the EarthCraft Sustainable
aging building systems eventually led to
Preservation program, a first for a City-
the City’s considering replacement of the
owned property.
station. This move to replace the building served to underscore the importance of the
The project addresses four priorities:
building to the neighborhood. Neighborhood
improved conditions for staff, preservation
leaders, including the Virginia-Highland Civic
of the historic building, implementation
Association (VHCA) moved to preserve the
of efficient, sustainable, solutions, and
building, and organized a fund-raising effort
improved accessibility for both public and
to save the structure.
staff.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Spring 2016 - present Owner: City of Atlanta | Virginia-Highland Civic Association Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Thomas Little, Grant Cameron, Nicholas Purcell
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Personal Involvement: I was included in the early programmatic and schematic design phases of the fire station project. This involved meetings with the neighborhood association and consultants. After reviewing the site and collecting field measurements, I participated in the analysis of some light code research and accessibility standards. The team then progressed into later design phases, wherein I participated in the study and layout of locker/bathroom additions to the facility. Afterward, I assisted the project architect in the creation of a design development set for review by the city, along with a conceptual rendering of the proposed exterior renovations.
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Tech Tower Stair Georgia Institute of Technology | Atlanta, GA
This project focused on the addition of a fire/egress stair on the north facade of the Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans Administration Building (Tech Tower). The proposal creates an additional element that visually anchors a portion of the site that has been relatively abandoned and screened by an overgrowth of vegetation. Acting as an extension of vernacular forms within the Georgia Tech campus, the tower was originally a triangular stair within a cylindrical shaft. This has since evolved into a rectilinear scheme that parallels the orthogonal character of the existing RomanesqueRevival building. The stair, however, has continued with the scheme of being a translucent, delicate, and deftly-detailed object with proportionate respect to the prominence of its larger neighbor.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Summer 2013 - March 2015 Owner: Georgia Tech Institute of Technology Design Team: James Choate, Dennis Hertlein, Nicholas Purcell
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Personal Involvement: The initial conceptual ideas for the stair tower were in progress by the time I joined SBCH in 2013, however, I was brought onto the design team to study options for the stair’s exterior skin system, the interplay between the historic Tech Tower, and the site design aesthetics. Over a year, through consistent client meetings, code research, and review, the project morphed into a series of various studies. The goal was to design a stair tower to act as a sculptural element in conjunction to the university’s famous landmark. From cylindrical to triangular, to rectilinear, the forms evolved throughout many processes, and I was the lead in project creation and documentation for presentation purposes. The project never materialized, but it proved to be an educational study of the various means of applying an act of necessary egress in a thoughtful way.
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Old Fourth Ward Hotel confidential developer | Atlanta, GA
In order to meet the needs of a growing east Atlanta neighborhood district brought on by the development of the BeltLine, the firm was approached to study the design of a boutique hotel on the edge of the historic Old Fourth Ward. The hotel acts as public gathering space with the incorporation of an outdoor event courtyard, restaurants, a cafĂŠ, library, and retail outfit. Terracing along the BeltLine path, the hotel engages the hillside and offers a series of programs that become more private as one ascends. The linear form of the structure allows for intimate guest rooms with views either towards the Atlanta skyline or east, towards the lush forestation of the metro. I was asked to create a series of presentation renderings of the exterior of the hotel along with a proposal document for review by thy client, city, and BeltLine. Later phases allowed me to assist in the creation of design development drawings and redlining.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Spring 2015 - present Owner: confidential developer Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Jeremy Moffett, Nicholas Purcell, Richard Bryant
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Corporate Campus Zaxby’s Franchising, LLC | Athens, GA
As a fast-growing company, Athens-based
Identified rehabilitation work included
Zaxby’s recognized the need for a state-of-
the repair of deteriorated structural
the-art campus that would bring various
elements, installation of new roofing and
corporate functions together. Envisioning
windows and all new building systems.
a campus that would foster creativity and
Infrastructure needs for the site requires
promote collegial interaction, the goal was
new utility services, parking lots, sidewalks,
to include a central technology center,
recreational amenities and overall
gymnasium, day care facility, coffee shop
landscaping.
and restaurants. SBCH developed conceptual pricing In 2014, a unique site was identified - the
plans and narratives for the proposed
conversion of the historic Southern Mill site
development. Presentation materials
in Athens, Georgia. Based on Surber Barber
included conceptual three-dimensional
Choate + Hertlein’s (SBCH) experience
renderings, rendered site plans, and
with adaptive use of historic buildings
planning diagrams.
and familiarity with the site, the firm was asked to explore the physical and economic feasibility of this option. Our work included analysis of existing conditions, documentation of programming goals, preliminary review of zoning and code regulations, and development of conceptual designs.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Fall 2014 - Spring 2015 Owner: Zaxby’s Franchising, LLC Area: 182,000 gsf Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Daniel Sweeney, Nicholas Purcell
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I participated in the initial client meetings and programming phase of the corporate campus. Along with the project architect, I visited the existing mill complex to collect site dimensions and date for use in the creation of drawings. In order to better understand the impact of the campus in the northeast neighborhoods of Athens, I performed a series of diagrammatic studies that led to the ability for the design team to create programming visuals, and later, conceptual plans. The next step was to formulate a digital model that could be used for conceptual visuals. A pricing and budget analysis were also needed along with some early code work. This collection of information was utilized in our final proposal to the client.
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Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site National Park Service & WLA Studio | Atlanta, GA
Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects
Each Report includes two sections: Part
(SBC+H) worked with WLA Studio
I: Developmental History and Part II:
and structural engineers from Palmer
Treatment and Use. Part I includes a brief
Engineering to complete four Historic
review of the historical development of the
Structure Reports for the National Park
Martin Luther King, Jr. Birth Home Block,
Service (NPS). The subject buildings are
historical information about each building’s
sited along Auburn Avenue in the Martin
construction and owners, and the eventual
Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site.
transfer of the property to the National Park Service. A chronology of each structure’s
The purpose of these Historic Structure
development and use provides information
Reports (HSRs) is to document the
about the original design of the building
construction history and current
and explains how each house changed
condition of each house and to provide
over time. Finally, a physical description
recommendations for each building’s
lists all features, materials and spaces and
treatment and use. The HSRs guide the
along with a summary assessment of each
National Park Service in the stewardship of
building’s current condition. Part II provides
these historic resources. The NPS’s goal is
recommendations for the treatment and
to restore each structure to a Martin Luther
best use of each house.
King, Jr. era appearance, arrest further deterioration of existing features, improve energy efficiency, and upgrade occupant comfort. The design team and I performed nondestructive building investigations, physical assessments and produced floor plans and elevations. Additional work included photographing of existing conditions, preparation of written architectural descriptions and recommendations, and development of plans indicating the physical evolution of each house during the 20th century.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Summer 2016 - present Owner: National Park Service/WLA Studio Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Thomas Little, Grant Cameron, Nicholas Purcell, Richard Bryant
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Private Residence Renovations Rome, GA
A client approached SBCH to perform a study with the intention of creating construction documents for the addition/renovation of a their 1920s Georgian home. I assisted the project architect in meeting with the clients to collect information, along with site visits for evaluation purposes. After the schematic design process, I created presentation drawings for the client with various design schemes. After approval, the project moved through development and onto construction documentation where I was involved in the assemblage of drawings and additional studies of the kitchen layout.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Spring 2016 - Winter 2017 Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Thomas Little, Nicholas Purcell
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Church Renovations & Addition St. Peter’s Episcopal Church | Rome, GA
My participation in this renovation, restoration, and partial addition to the historic church in Rome, Georgia, began mid-way through the design development phase. I assisted in the creation of documentation and accessibility research that led to the CD portion of the project, as well as presentation renderings. I gathered field measurements on site and incorporated them for use in the design of the cloister and parish classroom facility. I also had the opportunity to engage with consultants and participate in site reviews during construction administration.
Completed while employed at Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Date: Spring 2014 - Winter 2015 Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Eugene Surber, Thomas Little, Nicholas Purcell
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Law Office Renovation Baker Donelson | Atlanta, GA
Building upon the early original design
Completed while employed at Surber Barber
concept performed by SBCH, this
Choate + Hertlein Architects
expansion included secretarial space, a large multipurpose room, breakroom and
Client: Baker Donelson
additional offices. When additional space
Date: Winter 2015 - Winter 2016
was needed in 2009, SBCH was charged
Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Thomas
with the design of an expansion into the
Little, Linda Rathje, Nicholas Purcell
remainder of the floor. I assisted in the collection of existing documentation, client meetings, and light code analysis. Along with the project architect and interior designer, we studied a series of office layouts and meeting space configurations. This led to the next phase of early material research and then digital model-making, presentation plans, and early pricing analysis.
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2nd & Hosea Office Building Atlanta, GA
This new office and meeting space in the
Completed while employed at Surber Barber
Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta was
Choate + Hertlein Architects
an opportunity to design a structure that related to the existing fabric of the built
Date: Winter 2016
environment while fostering a modern,
Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Eric Seugling,
loft office workspace. I was involved in
Jeremy Moffett, Nicholas Purcell, Richard
the creation of presentation drawings and
Bryant
renderings, along with a proposal package for the design competition.
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BeltLine Mixed Use Atlanta, GA
Bordering the BeltLine and eastern front of
Completed while employed at Surber Barber
Atlanta’s Piedmont Park, this multi-family
Choate + Hertlein Architects
and mixed-use proposal with affordable residential units provided an active
Date: Fall-Winter 2016
threshold from the lower-density Virginia-
Design Team: Dennis Hertlein, Eric Seugling,
Highland neighborhood from the east to the
Nicholas Purcell, Richard Bryant
denser, urban center of Midtown to the west. My participation on the project ranged from exterior elevation studies to 3D modeling, sketches, floor plan layouts, and renderings. The entire proposal was delivered in a concise presentation package.
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Networks Intermodal Transit Center | Montgomery, AL
Architecture Thesis Auburn University, Fall 2012 - Spring 2013 Cities are built upon the premise of
Programmatically, the structure would
connectivity and are the thriving realizations
facilitate light rail, Amtrak, streetcar, and
of physical networks within society. In
regional/city bus transportation along with
order for a metropolis to succeed, it
providing additional services for community
must establish a hierarchical standard
gatherings within the area. The center
for the public. There must be a source of
would act as a gateway to the city, not only
unification within the social construct that is
for tourists but for the residents of the
achieved through the built environment. For
Alabama River region and operate as a
Montgomery, a city dismantled by post-war
connection between the river and the city. By
development and civil unrest, this dilemma
reintroducing a transit hub in the downtown
is met with a solution regarding transit. The
and reconfiguring the urban area to facilitate
city has spread outward due to suburban
an influx of population, the city would regain
growth and lacks a system to unify and
its past achievement as a successful urban
establish a built network within the cultural
society. The Montgomery Transit Center is a
fabric.
proposal for growth and renewal within the region, and the following documentation
Therefore, the proposal of an urban
is an exploration and analysis of the
intermodal center in downtown Montgomery
programmatic incorporation of such a
would benefit t the city and region as a
structure within the environment.
whole.
View the entire project in my Thesis Book at: https://issuu.com/nicholaspurcell/docs/thesis_final_book_nick_purcell_optm
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Civic Modularity Rufus A. Lewis Library Renovation | Montgomery, AL
Interior Architecture Thesis Auburn University, Summer 2012 The modern library should act as a vessel for learning, informing, and engaging the community. It should be a place for knowledge and creativity; a cultural center that operates as a significant place in the public realm. This proposal for the Lewis Branch Library is a based on subdividing the traditional, symmetrical, and often grand center of civic buildings. By dispersing the “civic” core into smaller, unique nodes, the library becomes more intimate and diverse. Each module gives significance to the spaces within the library’s main zones: circulation desk, children’s area, quiet study, and community rooms. Every modular addition can be seen as a prototype for creating a localized civic atmosphere through a unique tiled surface illuminated by natural light.
View the entire project in my Undergraduate Portfolio at: https://issuu.com/nicholaspurcell/docs/2013portfolio
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Explorations Drawing
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Explorations Drawing
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Ceramics
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Explorations Graphic Design
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Explorations Views @nkpurcell
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