EDUCATION University of Texas at San Antonio Masters of Architecture University of Texas at San Antonio Bachelors of Science in Architecture Cumulative GPA: 3.44 / 4.0
Noe Alexis Flores
Expected Graduation: May 2020 Graduated: December 2017
GEV Study Abroad Italy August - December 2017 Enrolled and Completed 3 Courses: Italian Design Studio, Sketching, and Italian Language and Culture.
noeflores06@gmail.com (956) 336-6623
EXPERIENCE
Objective: Currently seeking an entry level position to collaborate and learn in a team environment through the design process. Looking to build beyond my current skill set, design with a passion, and acknowledge the environmental impact that architecture possesses.
University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Student Lab Assistant January - August 2017 UTSA’s College of Architecture and Construction woodshop facility. Attained hands-on experience with wood shop tools, CNC router, and laser cutter. Assist in student projects and ensure they are following the facility’s safety regulations.
References: Darryl Ohlenbusch AIA University of Texas, San Antonio (210) 240-3325 darrylohlenbsuch@icloud.com Olga Diaz Mueller Co., Brownsville (956) 240-3325 odiaz@mueller-brownsville.com
Mueller Co. Brownsville, TX Administrative Assistant February - August 2018 Provided administrative support to the company Purchasing Manager as well as Plant Manager. Responsible for generating and record keeping of purchase orders for several company accounts. Managed employees health insurance program "Virgin Pulse" which offers health incentives and company events that promote healthy living.
Building Design Studio San Antonio, TX Lakeview Community Garden August - December 2015 Studio design course in collaboration with Green Spaces Alliance with the goal to design a structure that would increase community participation while providing shelter from the elements. Collaborated with local engineers, architects, and contractors to design, plan, construct and complete the shading structure in a timely fashion.
SKILLS AutoCAD
Photoshop
Sketch-Up
Illustrator
Rhino 3D Revit VRay / Rendering
Sketching Woodshop
CONTENTS
1 2 3
Graduate Work 2018 PHILANTHROPY HOUSE: BRUSSELS 3-6 MONTEREY BUILDING: UTSA CACP 7-10 MISSION TECH: ADAPTIVE REUSE 11-14 Undergraduate Work 2013-2017
4 5 6
BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ART 15-18
7
PLAZA LAKE COMMUNITY GARDEN 27-30
URBINO: BORGO MERCATALE 19-22 KING WILLIAM’S LIBRARY 23-26
1
PHILANTHROPY HOUSE BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
The European Foundation Centre is the leading platform for philanthropy in all of Europe. The EFC‘s headquarters, The Philanthropy House, is currently located at Rue Royale 94, Brussels. Here, they host year round events such as: art exhibits, networking events, recitals, etc. These events, however, are limited due to size constraints. The proposal for a new Philanthropy House would relocate it closer to the heart of the EU and better accommodate the EFC. The proposal includes an auditorium, exhibition space, cafe, convention center, and increased office space. The design would raise awareness to philanthropy and serve as a location where the story of philanthropy in Europe can be told.
PROPOSAL RESEARCH TOPIC: PHILANTHROPY SECTOR - EUROPE The European Foundation Centre is the leading platform for philanthropy in all of Europe, connecting with other philanthropic organizations from over 40 European countries. Their main object is connecting nonprofit organizations with private donors as well as meeting with EU officials to launch philanthropic campaigns that would raise awareness in Europe. The EFC‘s headquarters, The Philanthropy House, is currently located at Rue Royale 94, Brussels and houses six other partner foundations: Korber Striftung, Intitusjonen Fritt Ord, Realdania, Fonds 1818, Van Leer Group, and the King Baudouin Foundation.
The proposal for a new Philanthropy House would relocate it to Schuman Plaza, a project currently underway by COBE architects where they are redesigning the entrance to the European Union Headquarters. By relocating the building to Schuman it would it put it in the “heart of the EU”, where most of the EU commission and council buildings are located. Funding for the project would be provided by private funds from the seven organizations that house the Philanthropy house as well as partial funding coming directly from the European Council.
Justus Lisp
us
Here, they host philanthropy related year round events such as: art exhibits, networking events, recitals, etc. These events, however, are limited due to size constraints.
Europa
EEAS Buil
ding
Building
Place Schuma n
Le Berlaym
ont
Neighboring EU Buildings:
Exhibit Example: “Cartoon Art for World Peace”
Selected site is currently occupied by a Shell gas station on the street level and offices above. The site is 6,608.8 sq ft. & adjacent buildings are 127 ft in height.
Conference Example: “Philanthropy Week” Street views:
PROPOSAL This proposal is intended to better accommodate the EFC, the European philanthropy sector, and all of its functions. The proposal includes a 300 seat auditorium, a full size exhibition space, a cafe, and a convention center. It would double their current office space and provide state of the art conference and meeting rooms to meet with EU officials. A- Convetion Center
B- Offices
The Convention Center is located on the top floor and is a space for building users to gather and eat post events or for specially planned events at the center. A full size kitchen allows for optimal efficiency throughout the event, and with its high altitude and use of indoor / outdoor space allow for the best views outlooking the city of Brussels.
The Open Offices provide a place of collaboration. 80% of the office area is comprised of open desks for users to move around with only 12 private office rooms for top officials and conference rooms scattered throughout the plan to provide a free flowing plan.
C- Auditorium
D- Exhibition
A
B
C&D
The Auditorium holds 300 seats and accomadates for large events, such as the EFC’s “Philanthropy Week”, where important figures are invited to speak. Events such as this can now be hosted in house. The exhibition space is a space where artist and philanthropic organizations can display their work or hold exhibits for the public to see. The ground floor also has a coffee shop the public to enjoy.
Floorplans Building Envelope & Structure
Level 11 - Convention Center
Detailed Wall-Section
LIGHT WEIGHT CONCRETE ROOFING INSULATION CORRUGATED METAL SHEET 1/8” GLAZING WITH FRITTED PATTERN
Convention Center Outdoor Amphitheatre
18” PERFORATED I BEAM JOIST
1/8” GLAZING Kitchen
FRITTED GLASS
STRUCTURE
I BEAM CANTELIEVERED CONNECTION
Level 4 - Open Office
12 X 12 STRUCTUAL I BEAM
FLOOR FINISH CONCRETE SLAB CORRUGATED METAL SHEET 18” PERFORATED I BEAM JOIST
1/8” GLAZING WITH FRITTED PATTERN 1/8” GLAZING
Level 3 - Auditorium
1/8” GLAZING WHITE METAL PANEL
Auditorium
LAMINATED PANELS DUAL GLASS CONNECTION 1/8” RED LAMINATED GLASS 2 IN ALUMINUM CORRUGATED GLAZING CONNECTION
Ground Level (2) - Reception & Cafe
6 IN ALUMINUM STRUCTUAL TRIM 1/4” CORRUGATED GLASS
CURVED GLASS
12” ROUND CONCRETE COLUMN
FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
Info
Cafe
Storage
Dish Washi
ng
2
MONTEREY BUILDING UTSA CACP
UTSA has began it’s expansion of the downtown campus. It’s expansion requires the need for new buildings and renovation of existing buildings. This proposal is for a new architecture building in the same lot where the existing one resides today. This new proposal is meant to satisfy the needs of the growing architecture department, promote studio culture, and create a much more intimate relationship between users and building. This proposal also addresses the requirements for the Living Building Challenge.
12 6
48 24
S M E DI N A S T BUENA VISTA ST
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
F R IO S T
D
W
F
A
UTSA D
F
B
ARCHITECTURE STUDIOS STUDIO SERVICE SPACES CRITIQUE LECTURE HALL PRINT SERVICES MEETING ROOMS ARCHITECTURE FACULTY OFFICES
31,890 sq ft 15,223 sq ft
CONSTRUCTION FACULTY OFFICES CLASSROOMS AUDITORIUMS
5,329 sq ft
EXHIBITION HALLS CAFE
7,718 sq ft 5,156 sq ft
11,401 sq ft
PROPOSED AVENUE
LEGEND A B C
12 6
D E F G M P W
48 96
24
ARCHITECTURE OFFICES CAFE CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE OFFICES EXHIBITION CRITIQUE SPACES AUDITORIUM COMPUTER LAB MECHANICAL PRINT SERVICES WATER TREATMENT
CIRCULATION RESTROOMS & MECHANICAL
SITE TOTAL: 148,732 sq ft
P
A E G
LEVEL 2
E E M
C
LEVEL 3
F
G
LEVEL 4
M
F
9,020 sq ft 10,328 sq ft
15,661 sq ft 7,566 sq ft
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT UTS
A
FR
IO
OSED
ST
AVE
PROP
AFTER CAREFUL ANALYSIS OF THE SITE, THE TWO IMPORTANT CONNECTIONS WERE IDENTIFIED: THE EXISTING UTSA CAMPUS AND THE PROPOSED AVENUE WITH THE ART BUILDING. BY LINING UP THE BUILDING TO AVENUE AND FRIO ST. THESE CONNECTIONS ARE MAXIMIZED.
DETAILED WALL SECTION
CREATION OF TERRACE SYSTEM TO INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF GREEN ROOFS AND MAKE IT A VISUALLY MORE INTERACTIVE BUILDING FROM THE EXTERIOR.
STUDIO DESIGN: THE STUDIOS ARE PLACED IN THE UPPER LEVELS OF THE BUILDING TO MAXIMIZE VIEWS, STUDIOS ARE PLACED ON THE NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN SIDES AND THE SPACE BETWEEN BECOMES SERVICE SPACE TO HOUSE GALLERIES, MEETING ROOMS, AND CRITIQUE SPACES.
CREATION OF POCKETS FOR INTERIOR GARDENS, AND TURNING THE CLASSROOM WING’S 4TH FLOOR INTO A ROOF GARDEN ADDS TO THE BIOPHILIA OF THE BUILDING.
FINAL DESIGN DECISIONS: ADDITION OF RAMP, GRAND EXTERIOR STAIRCASE, AND APPROPIATING THOSE CUTS TO THE STUDIO SPACES ABOVE AS WELL.
BUIDLING ENVELOPE Photo-voltaic Panels on roof to provide energy for all building electrical needs.
Roof deck made up of light weight steel decking, insulation, and light weight concrete on the upper level
Serves as building envelope for east and west facing walls. Low-E double pane curtain walls on north and South facades.
In order to protect the southern curtain wall from the harsh summer sun a double facade shading device will be used.
Steel Beam structural system in order to support cantilever on the end of building. Cast in place skeleton made up of 24” x 24” columns and 18” two way concrete slabs serve as the buildings primary structural system.
In order to support the sky bridge that connects the studios to classrooms, steel I beams connect to the cast in place concrete columns.
REAR
LOBBY / CAFE
ARCHITECTURE LECTURE HALL
ARCHITECTURE STUDIOS
3
MISSION TECH
ADAPTIVE REUSE The Concept for this project started after my first Literature Review: “Towards a Net Zero Waste World�, where I studied the impact of harmful construction waste management practices, as well as beneficial methods to reduce construction waste, such as the retrofiting of a building. The Mission Power Plant is a vacant building that has been in the talks of being renovated for years. For that reason, I chose to take this challenge on for my Advance Building Tech & Sustainability course final project. Group Project: Janay Laery, Jessica Puentes, Carlos Garcia
PROPOSAL HISTORY OF MISSIN ROAD POWER PLANT Built in 1909, the power plant served as the “Concepcion Power Plant” owned by the San Antonio Public Service Company and satisfied a large part of San Antonio’s electrical needs. In the 1940s the building was expanded and two additional buildings were built on the site. In 1958 the plant was bought by the city of San Antonio, renamed “The Mission Road Power Plant”, and expanded once again. The building was in service until 2003 when it was decomissioned.
CURRENT SITE CONDITIONS
CURRENT
SITE COMMUNITY
INCORPORATE PUBLIC SPACES WHICH ARE INVITING TO THE COMMUNITY, ALONG WITH PROVIDING ANY ADDITIONAL EXCESS RESOURCES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY.
ECOLOGY
ENHANCE THE RIVERFRONT PROPERTY TO ENCOURAGE REGROWTH OF THE ECOSYSTEM INSIDE THE CITY CENTER.
EDUCATE
INCORPORATE VISIBLE PASSIVE SYSTEMS WHICH CAN BE EXPLORED FROM THE PUBLIC SPACES, ENCOURAGING CURIOSITY ABOUT ECO FRIENDLY BUILDING STRATEGIES.
12 6
48 96
24
FLOORPLANS EXTERIOR DECK
LOBBY
BREAKROOM
RECEIVING DOCK
AUDITORIUM
LOUNGE
STORAGE
CLASSROOM
AUDITORIUM
CLASSROOM
PROJECTOR
LOBBY LOUNGE
PRINT SERVICES
MECHANICAL WATER
INTERNET CAFE
MECHANICAL LIGHTING
MECHANICAL HVAC
6 3
SUBLEVEL / LEVEL 1
GROUND LEVEL / LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
24 12
48
DETAILED WALL SECTION
ACTIVE SYSTEMS PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS ESTIMATED ENERGY CONSUMPTION : 1,374 MBTU/YR SOLAR PANEL OUTPUT : 345W NUMBER OF SOLAR PANELS REQUIRED TO MEET CONSUMPTION : 772 PV PANELS EXCESS ROOF SPACE CAN HOLD AN ADDITIONAL : 668 PV PANELS EXCESS : 1,187 MBTU/YR
ELECTRICAL LIGHTING SMART LIGHTING: DIGITAL ADDRESSABLE LIGHTING INTERFACE CENTRAL LIGHTING MONITORING SYSTEM HIGH BAY LED LIGHTS: CREATE UNIFORM AMBIENT LIGHTING HANGING FROM CEILING, AT APPROX. 25’ FROM FLOOR. MINISPLIT COOLING MITSUBISHI 42,000 BTU MINI SPLIT AIR CONDITIONING SINGLE ZONE COOLING SEER: 17.6 WALL MOUNTED 5 ZONE SYSTEM: 60,000 BTU COOLING AND HEATING SEER: 20.1
BUILDING ENVELOPE ROOF: THERMAROOF PLUS-3 FROM RMAX: 4” RIGID INSULATION (RVALUE 27.4) EXISTING WALLS: 2 1/2" POLYISO RIGID FOAM INSULATION BOARD (R-VALUE 16.7) 3-5/8” METAL STUDS FRAMING WITH BAT INSULATION (R-VALUE 11) 5/8” GYPSUM BOARD (R-VALUE 0.5)
LOW BAY LED LIGHTS: LEVEL 2 & 3 OPEN WORK SPACES HANGING, APPROX. 12’ FROM FLOOR OVERHEAD TASK LIGHTING: WITHIN ALL PRIVATE OFFICES, CONFERENCE ROOMS, AND CLASSROOMS TASK LIGHTING- DESK : MOUNTED ON EVERY DESK TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE AMOUNT OF LIGHTING.
SEFAIRA ANALYSIS:
PASSIVE SYSTEMS STACK VENTILATION AS COOL AIR IS VENTILATED, HOT AIR RISES AND IS LET OUT THROUGH THE OPERABLE SKY LIGHTS
CURRENT BUILDING CONDITIONS:
SHADING DEVICES SHADING DEVICES TO PROTECT FROM HARSH SUN. CROSS VENTILATION PREVAILING WINDS ENTER BUILDING THROUGH OPERABLE WINDOWS TO HELP COOL THE BUILDING.
ADDITION OF SHADING DEVICES & IMPROVED GLAZING ACHIEVE DESIRED SDA & ASE
SHADING DEVICES HORIZONTAL DEVICES: FOR SMALLER WINDOWS ADJUSTABLE HORIZONTAL LOUVERS VERTICAL DEVICES: FOR LARGE VERTICAL WINDOWS PERFORATED METAL PANELS MADE FROM RECYCLED METAL FROM BUILDING RENOVATIONS
4
BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ART The Concept for this project is derived from the relationship between enclosed and open architecture and the connection of the building to the surrounding attractions of the city. The geometry of the building arises from ancient Mexican architecture and is meant to celebrate the Hispanic art and culture of the city of Brownsville TX.
Project Site
Concept Development
This is a redesign of the current Museum which is located in the heart of Brownsville Tx. Within a 2 mile radius of the site there are several city hubs such as The Brownsville Zoo to the Northwest, Linear Farmer’s Market to the West, and the children’s museum as well as Ringgold Park to the North.
The Brownsville Mueseum of Fine Art houses houses a large collection of Tex-Mex and mexican art. For the Concept we began with the geometry of an aztec pyramid (an iconic ex. of mexican architecture). The geometry was then stretched to the perimeter of the site. The east and south wall are important connectinos to the sorrounding builidngs. There for the east corner is encased in glass to maximize views. The art itself will be enclsoded in a heavy horizontal stone structure much like the pyramids to give it a sense of sacrecy.
Office
Office
Office
Gift Shop
Children’s Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Cafe
Lounge
Sculpture Corridor Main Exhibit
Gallery
Gallery
0
Ground Floor
30 10
Private Exhibit
80
Atrium N
Gallery
Storage
2nd Floor
Front Elevation
Lighting Structure The Lighting Structure is to capture and diffuse the harsh north sun and use it as a natural lighting device for the artwork.
3-D Section This section shows the simple flow of the building and difference of the galleries on the first floor while second floor is a simple walk around balcony of the atrium space.
5
BORGO MERCATALE
B
URBINO, ITALY
The design is based on a geometrical grid on the Borgo Mercatale created by connecting the important elements surrounding it: city gate, views, existing buildings, and pedestrian circulation. By designing a park and piazza it allows for a much more enjoyable experience before entering Urbino. The sections are divided into hardscape and landscape in order to bring more greenery to the city environment. The piazza section would be able to host several city events/functions. Traffic has been redirected to a two-way street with a roundabout in front of the Porta Valbona, allowing busses to turn around and enter a new covered bus stop.
B
A
A
N 0
30 10
80
Project Site
Concept Development
Overlay of Borgo Mercatale, drew a series of the important potential walkways and views in order to develop a diagram
The Borgo Mercatale is a large piazza space at the gate of the city of Urbino, Italy. The piazza is currently being used as a large parking lot. The goal is to convert the space into a city focal point that would maximize the land values potential.
Grid of the derived walkways, added a large piazza in the center. Refined geometries into large greenspace and hardscape areas.
Amphitheatre Design By sloping the greenspaces, the park becomes more interactive and makes the piazza a focal point for year round events.
A-1 0
36
100
12
Section A VEGETATION 8” GROWING MEDIUM FILTER CLOTH DRAINAGE LAYER ROOT BARRIER WATERPROOF MEMBRANE 4” RIGID INSULATION 8” CONCRETE WAFFLE SLAB 1” GLASS LIGHT WOOD PANELS
2” INSULATION WITH FINISH
Section A-1
Detail C-1
Bus Station Proposal to convert the current bus stop into a covered bus station with a green roof terrace where you can sit and enjoy elevated vews of the park.
N
Roof Terrace Plan
Ground Plan
C-1
Section C
0
15 5
40
6
KING WILLIAM’S LIBRARY The concept of this design is an exploration of abstract and unconventional architecture. This would produce a powerful dualism between the new and the old; being that King Williams district is one of San Antonio's oldest neighborhoods. This architecture uses the elements, important views, and pedestrian walkways to gerenate its geometry.
Concept ProjectDevelopment Site a
Began with a block larger than the desired sq ftage in the center of the site
c
Project Site King Williams Historic District is one of San Antonio's most prominent neighborhoods. Orginially settled in the 1840's these homes were built in the Victorian style, Italianate style, and Greek Revival. Our specific site is the open lot next to Arsenal Bridge. Important Sorrounding Architecture include HEB Headquarters, the Arsenal Bridge Pedestrian Runway along San Antonio River, and historic architectural styles.
b
Cut the block to create a central walkway to the river.
d
Extrude desired Library block to touch the river.
Cut out window openings and create indentions to protect from sun.
e
f
Shape roof with desired water run off and shape in mind.
Mirror and scale studio space to create a relationship between both buildings.
high tech panels heavy black stone
LEGEND
Library
R
Reading Area
B
Book Shelves
C
Computer Space
O
Offices
S
Study Rooms
T
Storage
W
Women’s Restroom
M
Men’s Restroom
Studio
N
Site Plan
30
0
80
10
R
B
C
S
S
M
O
O
T
W
Library Plan 0
15 5
40
7
PLAZA LAKE COMMUNITY GARDEN Studio design course in collaboration with Green Spaces Alliance with the goal to design a structure that would increase community participation in the garden, provide tool storage, and provide shelter from the elements to its users.
Project Statement
Project Site
Site Analysis
Project site is located on the far west side of San Antonio. The Plaza Lake Community Garden Structure was designed and built by the UTSA Design-Build course led by professor Daryll Ohlenbusch AIA in collaboration with Green Space Alliance. The Goal was to construct a shading structure for the neighborhood garden that provided storage space and a gutter system that would allow for water to be captured and stored in a cystern.
0
24
N
The concept for our project was three leafs. Three triangular components that were angled to drain the water to the central gutter. We also included a storage space and angled wire mesh panels to protect the users from the sun at all times of the day.
8
Final Model
64
DESIGN PROCESS
Collaborated in small teams over the course of 3 weeks to propose different designs to Lakeview community members. Once members chose a design the studio was devided back into teams to design different parts of the structure. Weekly meetings with engineers to ensure that the model is structuraly sound.
CONSTRUCTION
Budgeted and raised money to buy the materials for the construction. Local San Antonio contractor helped pour the foundation, some of the large members were prefabricated at the University woodshop and the remaining pieces were added on site.
FINAL