Professional Work Transit Station
Atkins (Formerly PBS&J)
Our Lady of Fatima
Domusstudio Architects
St. Therese of Carmel
Domusstudio Architects
Malibu Presbyterian Church
Domusstudio Architects
Burbank Presbyterian Church
Domusstudio Architects
Church in the Canyon
Domusstudio Architects
Spektacles Optometry Chen Residence
Nathan Lee Colkitt Architects Domusstudio Architects
Personal Work Rural Retreat
Independent Project
Artist’s Triplex
NewSchool of Architecture
Branch Library
NewSchool of Architecture
San Diego Civic Plaza Theater Addition
NewSchool of Architecture Thesis University of Minnesota
Transit Station Atkins (Formerly PBS&J) Redondo Beach, CA
I worked independently with minimal oversight to bring this project through design development, construction documents, and permitting. The project was done in Revit 2011, with select AutoCAD details imported. I managed consultants and the LEED submittal process. I was responsible for QA/QC checks. I also assembled and wrote specifications, utilizing Speclink-e. This intermodal transit center provides a control point and ticketing office, a sheriff’s substation, a lounge for bus drivers, and public and private restroom facilities. It is expected to achieve LEED silver, utilizing active and passive energy systems, natural lighting, and extensive water saving measures.
Our Lady of Fatima Parish Hall Domusstudio Architects San Clemente, CA
Together with the project manager, I worked to bring this building from schematic design through permitting and into construction. I worked on every sheet of the CDs, adhering to code, and detailing intricate areas with engineers. I calculated occupancy and roof drainage. I worked with several manufacturers to select and fit movable partitions, sliding windows, window shades, and roll-up doors. I used Sketchup to model roof conditions at the curved wall. The building takes advantage of ocean views while providing a performance and banquet hall that divides into meeting rooms served by a green room, children’s room, commercial kitchen, beverage service, storage, and restrooms. Close attention was paid to maximizing the acoustics and versatility of the building.
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St. Therese of Carmel Domusstudio Architects San Diego, CA
I worked one-on-one with the project manager to bring this building from schematic design through permitting and into construction. I used 3D modeling to resolve its massing. I was responsible for drawing CDs that adhere to code, and resolving detailing issues with engineers. This parish hall houses administration, community meeting rooms, a large multipurpose fellowship hall/gymnasium, a commercial kitchen and intimate chapel. The exterior was designed to match the existing sanctuary building adjacent to it.
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Malibu Presbyterian Competition Domusstudio Architects Malibu, CA
I was on the design team for this winning proposal. I participated in the schematic design phase, taking part in design charrettes and meetings. Continuing to work with the principals and landscape architect, I developed the design from sketches to AutoCAD. I created presentation boards and built the model on a team of three. The design takes advantage of beautiful views provided by the landscape which slopes down to the ocean on the south side. Above the parking, at the sanctuary level, we provided generous patio space for prefunction activities, outdoor performances, coffee and snack service. The patio joins the sanctuary on one side and a multi-function gymnasium/ fellowship hall on the other. Support rooms and classrooms are located along the outer edges.
Top: Aerial view showing cross in the roof above courtyard. Lower Left: View from Pacific Highway shows illuminated cross. Lower Center: View west from Malibu Canyon Rd. Lower Right: Main entrance stair behind a marquee cross.
Malibu Presbyterian Rebuild Domusstudio Architects Malibu, CA
After winning the competition featured on the previous page, we modified our design based on client input. The drawings here represent Phase-I: Sanctuary and Administration buildings. The fellowship hall will be constructed at a later date under a separate permit. I worked in a team of three under the principal, to produce construction documents on a pressing time line. I was responsible for carrying the administration building through the design development and construction document phases, as well as taking responsibility for aspects of the of the sanctuary, the site work, and presentation materials.
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workrooms
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Burbank Presbyterian Remodel Domusstudio Architects Burbank, CA
Our design focused on installing an elevator, new restrooms, providing more seating, and creating a contemporary feel that engages the neighborhood via the courtyard and the congregation by renewing interior spaces and apertures. I worked hand in hand with the lead architect and engineering consultants from schematic design through to the construction documents and permitting process. I produced budget conscious designs, physical models, details, and renderings.
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Basement Plan
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Section through Sanctuary
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Church in the Canyon Domusstudio Architects Calabasas, CA
I worked side by side with the principal designer creating a three phase master plan that would move the congregation into a permanent home. I was involved in decision making at every step, making major contributions to the site plan, massing, and designing the pre-school floor plans. I produced the model and all drawings, and presentation materials. The plan maximizes the potential for growth (parking), creates a strong street presence, and reconnects the congregation with the canyon. The primary organizing feature is a boardwalk and bioswale that run lengthwise, bringing nature into the campus and allowing stormwater infiltration.
Phase-I Plaza Level Masterplan
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Remove one existing building, new parking and site work, new monument sign, new chapel and classroom building.
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Remove remaining buildings, new sanctuary, convert phase-I chapel to fellowship hall.
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New two story classroom building.
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Spektacles Optometry Nathan Lee Colkitt Architects Cardiff, CA
Spektacles Optometry and Eyewear is the startup business of two young optometrists. I worked one-on-one with the clients to provide design and permitting services for the 1,100 sf shop. The schematic design was developed between myself and Nathan Colkitt. I was independently responsible for design graphics and modeling, production of construction documents, and successfully moving the project through permitting.
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Chen Residence Domusstudio Architects Del Mar, CA
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Preserving the neighbors’ existing sightlines was a must, so the massing is kept low as it unfolds down the hill. A small suite toward the back of the lot is reserved for guest accommodations.
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A modern home in the vein of Wright, the cantilevered decks mimic those of Fallingwater and offer a spectacular view over the Del Mar valley to the ocean. At every possible location, indoor and outdoor spaces are blurred with expanses of glass, operable walls, and ample overhangs.
Rural Retreat Independent Design Hendricks, MN
This is a personal project for a family farm in a state where having a cabin is a way of life; typically on a lake or in the woods. The challenge was to create a destination worth the long drive, in a place that is predominantly flat and farmed. There are lakes and wild lands nearby, but to establish a place, this 80 acre plot needed something special. The building would be an edification of our essential experience of shelter; not just having a roof over your head, but knowing there is a roof over your head. In itself shelter can be a powerful experience as long as you don’t take it for granted. I used the warmth of naturally finished wood to establish a human connection with the frame and slats of the structure. These are placed outside the building envelope, and exposed to all the elements while we remain safe and protected, but separated from touch by sheets of cool glass. In this tension, the wood’s burden is revealed, and its heroic act remains pure.
The project also explores a dichotomy of rootedness and freedom as expressed in the massive earth-bound block and the airy ‘A’ frame above. A prominently featured stairway adds drama to the space. Regional corn crib slats provide inspiration for the means of shading, and its overall shape recalls old Norwegian tectonics.
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In developing the concept, I found the earth and air elements to be too distant from one another for practical use; in addition each space was monolithic in its experience. The solution began by shrinking the bipolar elements to their essential needs and growing the mid level at the entry. Now the kitchen and dining areas occupy the control point and mediate between above and below. The plan was narrowed to bring the height down, and a casual space was carved from under the stairs where circulation space lends itself to from a temporary work surface.
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Top: The upper living area acts like a viewing deck. Left: The kitchen and dining area shares space with upper and lower areas. Right Top: Sense of arrival at the upper living area from the top of stairs. Right Bottom: Sunken living area and work nook under the stairway.
Artist’s Communal Living Triplex NewSchool of Architecture + Design San Diego, CA Custom residence contains 3 apartments with studio spaces for Chuck Close and his friends. Residents share a common kitchen, dinning room and library on the second floor. Close’s studio sits in the middle of the building, its shape is determined by necessity for height on one side. Close’s apartment is on the top floor and connects to the rooftop patio via accessible ramp. Basswood model on display at Southwestern College as part of Artists & Architects Modeling Our World: Feb. 3 - 24, 2005.
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Branch Library
NewSchool of Architecture + Design La Jolla, CA
A naturally sloping glade with a stand of trees and views to the ocean provide an idyllic setting for a small library. As a part of the site, the building plays a mediating role between the open field to the south and the dense wood to the north. Massive vertical planes and large expanses of glass allow these different exterior environments to extend into the volumes of the building where they merge along the east/ west axis. The larger and more public volumes open to the field, while the smaller and more private areas open to the woods. The resulting rooms are arranged along a path that leads visitors from the library entrance to the ocean view.
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Civic Plaza
NewSchool of Architecture + Design San Diego, CA
Theatrical Lighting, typ. Theatrical/Historic images on glazing
Re-location of Downtown Johnny Brown’s Eatery
Open to allow light and views to tower beyond
This structure sets a stage for participation in government. The design is intended to work on the public as a tool effecting and encouraging dialogue, performance and participation. A stage and proscenium at the scale of the city reveals a latent theatrical relationship between city and city-stage, populace and representative, audience and actors. Theatrical nomenclature shapes communicative space and announces a place of significance. It invites those who wish to listen and those who wish to speak. It is a place to see and be seen. It is an event space. It is an instrument to be played: enticing, energizing, and empowering.
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Open-air Public Plaza City Council Chambers Courtyard
Existing Civic Theatre (New Facade)
New City Hall Office Tower
Open-air public plaza
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Level 5 Plan Current Site
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Top: Collage; typical office, walkway, and printed glazing with four inch gaps. Right: Cross section at Civic Theater; grade changes, theatrical lighting above, theatrical stair to lookout beyond.
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City-stage plaza + proscenium
Single loaded corridor West end elevated stairs
Office corridor overlooking plaza
Theater, shaped trellis + City Council
Typical corridor + office
Section at City Council chambers
Civic Plaza Preliminary Design NewSchool of Architecture + Design San Diego, CA
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Theater Lobby Addition University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
In ancient Pergamon, the spectators would enter the theater by crossing the stage and orchestra, thus strengthening the relationship of viewer to performer and involving the audience. In setting up the lobby like theater seating that looks outside into the public street level, I have attempted to reconnect the now disparate realms of theatre and daily life.
Like a skyway, the addition connects these two historic buildings and provides them both with upper level lobbies. In turn, both buildings share circulation, allowing one elevator bank to serve both. Minimal use of glass and steel structure lets the addition float between the heavy stone buildings. Emphasis is given to the historic buildings and the sense of place remains. The design allows people into the space behind it. With the addition of a tree and seasonal coffee stand, this area will develop into a pocket park in the midst of downtown Minneapolis.