Niklos Toldi - Portfolio 2020

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NIKLOS

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portfolio 2020


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PHOTO:

Lassen Peak Lassen National Park Northern California Summer 2018

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[NIKLOS TOLDI] BIOGRAPHY

I was born and raised in Memphis, TN but have lived in Knoxville for the past five years while attending the University of Tennessee. My father and brother are both engineers, geared toward logic and a firm understanding in mechanics and moving parts. While I have always felt a comfort in these principles, I am also very inspired by the arts. For this reason I decided to explore architecture as a career path after finishing my sophomore year of college. I never looked back. I draw inspiration from film and other works that use a compilation of media such as video, narrative and unique graphic qualities to move and compel audiences. This correlation exists in architecture by way of creating environments that do more than serve a functional purpose, but create experience by evoking a unique emotional response.

DESIGN VISION

In May of 2019 I graduated with a bachelors degree in interior architecture and the following fall I began my masters of architecture degree at the University of Tennessee. The intersection between these disciplines is where my passion lies. I find these two sectors of design inseparable. They rely on each other by informing relations between external and internal experiences. I am interested in exploring the connection from the scale of a person sitting in a chair to the relation they have to the city context. They are of equal importance. I am also an enthusiast of nature and the outdoors and aim to respect this both in form, material and cultural appropriateness through my work.

EDUCATION

University of Tennessee, Knoxville College of Architecture and Design Bachelor of Interior Architecture / Graduated May 2019 Master of Architecture / May 2021

CONTACT

901.262.6586 ntoldi@vols.utk.edu 2505 Clay Pond Dr. Oakland, TN. 38060 Resume / https://www.linkedin.com/in/niklos-toldi

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“In memorable experiences of architecture, space, matter and time fuse into one singular dimension, into the basic substance of being, that penetrates our consciousness. We identify ourselves with this space, this place, this moment, and these dimensions become ingredients of our very existence, Architecture is the art of reconciliation between ourselves and the world, and this meditation rakes place through the senses.� - JUHANI PALLASMAA

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INTERIORS

HOLLOW

pg. 6-17

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LIVING

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INTERIORS pg. 18-27

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REACT

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INTERIORS pg. 28-37

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BALANCE

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FURNITURE pg. 38-43

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TILT

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FRICTION

ARCHITECTURE pg. 50-61

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HALT

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summer 2018

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ARCHITECTURE pg. 70-81

CONTENTS

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4 hol low “having a hole or empty space”

An exploration into the dynamic relationship between the outdoors and the urban fabric of the city and how the two can work together to create a space that is both experiential and intentional in its respect to nature and its impactful qualities in relation to design. This project aims to answer how a design can incorporate natural elements in a more holistic way and use them as a fundamental design decision rather than an external application. This speculative outdoor community center located in Knoxville’s Worlds Fair L&N Station studies the use of daylight as an informative part of the design process in order to activate both the exterior and interior environments. This once hidden space now has the ability to become a welcome mat into the city and serve as an example of using nature in a functional and aesthetic way.

fall 2018 4th year interior architecture prof. Lisa Mullikan

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[ site plan ] This image shows the full affect and intentions of the project from an aerial view. People can be seen gathering in both the front, back and rooftop gathering spaces. You can also see the full affect of the sun as it pours through the center intervention which will be described in the diagrams to come.

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[ form discovery ]

sun paths

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1800

elemental permanence

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void/solid _03

line of sight

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_04: line of sight // landscape

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[ exterior perspective ]

My design process began by studying sun path diagrams in order to determine how the sun interacted with the building both internally and externally. By determining the intersections of these various sun paths at varying times of the day and year, a clear path through the building was defined. The goal was to allow sunlight not only to pierce through the facade, but penetrate deep within the interior spaces. Therefore, I made the decision to remove the entirety of the identified space creating a hole through the center of the building.

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

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[ section perspective ]

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aluminum studs

embedded OLED

copper panel

reflective white panel

modular panel

LONGITUDI

The resulting hole was replaced with an intervention made of a series of fiberglass panels designed and cut specifically to gather southern sunlight and reflect them into the adjacent interior spaces which is further perpetuated by a similar interior intervention made of reflecting white panels that bounce the light around and force it into the other areas of the interior.

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[ intervention perspective ]

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_01 0700 hours

_02 1100 hours

In order to complete a holistic reference to nature, the programmatic intentions of this building are to provide outdoor recreational information and opportunities to those who may not know how to access Knoxville’s rich outdoor scene. The space features bike rentals, equipment retail, information centers, classroom and a climbing wall.

_04 1800 hours

The diagrams to the left show various effects the sun has on the intervention during varying times of the time. As can be seen, the depth of the sun within the interior space varies depending on time.

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The map above was a first look into the site of the area. It was meant to feature the river and other outdoor communities that existed in the Knoxville area as well as set a graphic precedent for the remainder of my drawings.

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The interior cafe is a space that allows for a mid day break. Open to the public this space provides the community with a much needed area of refuge to get a drink or a quick bite to eat.


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The above image shows the break down and construction of the intervention in an exploded axonemetric drawing. The purpose of this drawing is to show it can be per-fabricated and delivered to the site and be easily assembled.

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liv ing “the act of being alive�

The micro school is a highly individualized classroom environment intended to fit the needs of those students who may not fair well in a traditional classroom environment. The student no longer fits the classroom, the classroom fits the student. This mircoschool is designed to educate children on local ecology including water, soil, and atmospheric conditions through the use of decomposing moss walls. Research planters and pools. This concept could be repeated in other locations and educate others according to their needs and regional ecology.

spring 2018 3rd year interior architecture prof. Rana Abudayyeh

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[ interior perspective ]

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Bathroom//Sink Detail

4x4 Color BLOX #A1117

latex cement mortor bond coat 1/2�cementious backer unit

dry set mortor

4x4 Color BLOX #A1117

+ tile floor assembly detail

As part of a construction document studio, we completed an entire set of construction documents to accompany and back up this project. This floor assembly diagram shows the complexity of the tile as it requires contact with water and dirt.

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The above diagram shows the process of moss growing over time. The intention behind these living walls is to allow students to start the growth and watch it move, change, grow and die. It is both educational and allow the student to feel as though they have made their mark on the interior of their learning environment.


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[ interior perspective ]

This rendering shows the primary store front along Cumberland avenue. It features the largest section of the living wall that will be used for study and research of local ecology. It also features a water pool that flows down through the lattice structure and gather sin a collection pool. This will allow for hands on learning and interaction.

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concept diagram

shows the compositon and decomposition of the moss walls. intended to grow, spread, die, repeat. this variability will allow for an enviornment that is never quite the same.

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1/4” plywood backing

3/4” cement board

crossville color blox #A1117

_01 c-bracket detail showing unit to connect structural truss system to 1/4” plywood backing made for a pipe 2” in diameter

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_02 structural truss detail. shows each component of the steel and tile wall structure. for more details refrence CD set sheet A701.B

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[ wall section ]

ing detail showing a central n between 10 seperate members teel tubing. including it’s de fitting.

These drawings consist of a series of details that highlight the unique construction of the wall and other key aspects of the interior. The floor plan and context plan are located in the top left, a primary wall section on the right hand page and a series of diagrams illustration the components of the lattice wall.

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[transverse section]

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re act

“respond or behave in a particular way in response to something”

Annapurna pictures is a high energy, collaborative film company with ideas and loads of creativity. Because of this, they are in need of the resources and technology that support their work flow. Attributes such as open environments, shoulder to shoulder work flow, spaces for both work and community and a theatre for showcasing their work, are essential to this process. At around 30,000 sq.ft., this proposal gives them all that and more. Inspired by the movement, light and organization of a bio-luminescent organism, the design is meant to not only promote creativity, but be uniquely creative itself. The fluid organic structure, translucency and lighting control, each individually contribute to creating a dynamic environment that is not only inspiring, but also responsive to the environment in it’s essence.

fall 2017 3rd year interior architecture prof. David Matthews

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[ longitudinal section perspective ]

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[ form discovery ]

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[ office perspective ]

The above image shows the typical layout for the office spaces. The office’s on each floor are divided by department and feature two private breakout rooms as well an ideation wall and break space. These open spaces allow for large amount of collaboration and give the users the opportunity to arrange the space in the way that works best for their individual purposes.

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[ lobby perspective ]

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[ transverse section perspective]

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The diagrams above show perhaps the most important part of this project. This facade system mimics the movement of the original bioluminecsent organism via a series of panels that turn and twist based on the position of the sun relative to the building. This regulates total heat gain as well as cost and efficiency of the overall space. The sun studies to the left show the depth in which the sun will penetrate the facade during certain times of the day. These diagrams were highly informative when developing the facade system shown upon. It allowed me to understand placement and the overall need for a system to regulate light.

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1 xx ance

“a counteracting weight or force”

Balance is designed to engage two users in a codependent seating experience. The offset seating pads provides those engaging with the seat two clearly distinguished seating options. This clarity not only provides direction but plays an integral piece in the ‘team’ component of the seat. The rocking base forces the two users to sit simultaneously in order for the seat to be level. If only one sits, the seat becomes to tilted for comfort.

fall 2018 4th year furniture design Nick Stawenski

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[top view]

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[detail oriented]

[upholstered seat]

[hand turned spindles]

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[seamless connections]


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[concept photo]

[concept photo]

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tilt

�shape of force into a curve or angle�

The tilt is a stool designed for the fidget-er in mind. Quick interactions at the office, informal common spaces or an alternative for traditional chairs, the tilt can accommodate them all. By using geometric forms as inspiration, the stool can tilt in all directions, the angle of which is dependent on the side. It can also be flipped, meaning there is no top or bottom. The tilt is a fun alternative to those scenarios where you just can’t sit still. It was constructed using both digital and traditional woodworking methods. The two large blocks are made of hard maple and were layered and milled using a CNC machine. The frame is made from hand-cut red oak which are jointed together using a domino. The two are then attached via holes which hold the 4 vertical corners in place. This combination of methods adds a level of uniqueness and precision in craft which both challenged and excited me.

fall 2018 4th year furniture design Nick Stawenski

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[front view]

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[concept photo]

[concept photo]

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[detail oriented]

[seamless connections]

[seamless connections]

[seamless connections]

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fric tion

“the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another�

Government & pop culture, the apex institutions both working for and against each other in our ever changing society. This project views the government as a broken institution in which the relevance and prominence of pop culture has begun to fill the forming cracks. The intention is not to say government is inherently wrong, beyond repair or flawed, but rather that it is the cornerstone of America, a rock and unchanging force in both political structure and architectural form over the past three centuries and only now with a pop culture take over, it is becoming more and more apparent. Something that was once thought to be out of reach, hard to access or reserved for those of power, is now subject to the onslaught of pop culture and the persistent narrative of those whose share their opinions on a digital or visual platform. This project is not meant to identify the political flaws or standings in any individual, group or thought process, but rather to appreciate and understand the fragile and ever changing relationship between the rock of government and the powers of pop culture. A downtown site surrounded by government buildings is the ideal location to design a museum meant to celebrate this relationship. It is both relevant to the young 20 somethings who dominant the area, and also to its surroundings as a tribute to the changing role of government and the peoples impact on that change. The form of the intended building is meant to metaphorically visualize these written principles. Two buildings with two different programmatic elements intersecting in an exact location is to show the unique and delicate balance that these two institutions have. Friction is both the form colliding to create space and the tension that is to occur between these two institutional powerhouses.

spring 2019 4th year architecture prof. Stevens // Heckman

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[aerial perspective]

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Site plan that show the connection between the site, the government owned buildings and the populated urban areas of downtown. These drawings are beginning to break down geometric relationships in order to understand space and order. This series of images in the first attempt in understanding the context of the site to the established program.

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[ physical model]

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Plans showing the depths and connections between the two volumes. Solid and Void. Longitudinal section showing how the two volumes interact and settle within each-other.

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[looking up perspective]

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[exterior perspective]

[tension]

Various emboded perspectives showing the desired atmosphere, materiality and experience of the space. They are intended to compress, relieve, create tension and to feel as if you are apart[hand of something than turned bigger spindles] yourself.

[seamless perspective] connections] [entrance

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[government gallery perspective]

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[pop culture gallery perspective]

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halt homelessness

This project is the product of the 2018 summer intern class at Gensler, San Francisco . We were tasked with designing three typologies of homeless shelters to address the growing population of people experiencing homelessness in the bay area. We worked with an organization called Halt Homelessness, who is looking to end homelessness in one move by combining the skills, resources and money of multidisciplinary corporations. Gensler has joined this coalition and challenged the intern class to take the first swing at what these revolutionary shelters might offer and how they can address what those in the past have failed to provide. This project was compiled into a book and delivered as marketing material for potential investors. The following images and drawings are from the largest of the three sites and the product of the team I was a part of. The large site prototype integrates the necessary functions of a shelter around a shared community space. Residential and support spaces follow a circulation loop through the site intended to foster a sense of belonging from residents. By creating a walkable area on nearly every surface, higher levels of autonomy and security can be maintained for all users of the facility. The space programatically supports each individual’s path to recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration through use of spatial sequencing.

In collaboration with: Shan Wang, Gabby Li, Andy Anderson, Morgan Novacek, Joyce Choi, Nour Mourad, Brian Chan + Bhavana Shyam

summer 2018 4th year architecture Gensler intern project

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[looking up perspective]


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[ site plan]

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[form + program diagrams]

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[ exterior perspective]

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This is what we referred to as an “unrolled elevation�. Since we were working with circular geometry, this sketch helped us visualize our concept with reduced complexity. It also provides a nice overview of exactly what the facility is accomplishing formally. This drawings final form to shape as the image on the right which provides a worms eye view of one of facilities from the common garden area.

3 2 Typical floor plan of the living spaces within the facility. All are equipped with: 1. Bed quadrants to allow for smaller communities within the larger facility. 2. Common area for gathering communities 3. Bathroom facilities 4. Access to roof gardens and track (this does not apply for the detox facility has safety for the patients and other guests must be considered.

[ interior perspective]

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[ courtyard perspective]

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bent

“sharply curved or having an angle�

A new multi-use complex in midtown Atlanta, adjacent to public transit, the High Museum and the booming arts and tourist district. This facility will add an additional 250 residences to the area ranging from 900 sq ft. studios to 2,000 sq ft. three bedroom apartment units. The bottom floor will serve as a farmers market that will maintain open boundaries between the market and pedestrian sidewalk, as well as permanent restaurant tenants. The form of the building was derived from a few crucial steps. Given its sectional complexity, the plan is intended to read very simply. The foot print of the building is an extrusion of the site boundaries as a typical courtyard typology. However, a pedestrian path, open to both residents and the public, cuts the plan in half, connecting the arts district and the northern portion of the site. The two resulting volumes are then bent to match the angle of southern sun that will allow the center courtyard to get the maximum amount of sunlight and the rooftop balconies to enjoy sunlight throughout the year. The primary entrance to the apartments exist where the volumes leave the ground, creating a large overhang and dramatic entrance both into the apartments and into the courtyard. The facade is a louver system that is 18� on center. Enough space for adequate daylight and views from the apartments but also allows the two volumes to read as stereotomic mass that are seemingly defying gravity as they hover above the street scape. This form not only serves a functional purpose, but also adds an incredible addition to the bold arts district of midtown Atlanta.

fall 2019 Grad + year 1 architecture prof. James Rose

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[aeriel perspective]

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[looking up perspective]

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[exterior perspective]

[tension]

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[street perspective]

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[entry perspective]

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“study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”

- Frank Loyd Wright


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