R R ACHEL D A N E T T E DROFEKARD
A R C H I T E C T U R A L P O R T F O L I O
R R ACHEL D A N E T T E DROFEKARD 2021|2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, ARCHITECTURE EXPECTED 05/2023
Presidential Special Scholar
FAMU School of Architecture and Engineering Technology Social Media Coordinator 2021-pres
-Design Exploration Program - University of Florida, 2017
NAME TELEPHONE
Equity in Architectural Education Consortium’s (EAEC) Stacked Mentorship Program Mentor University of Michigan, 03/22-05/22
Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Society 2020-2021 Activities Co-Chair
Atlanta Club at FAMU President 2020-2022
PERSONAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL ENRICHMENT
Florida A&M Cheerleading MVP 2020
- 3.93 cumulative GPA
Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society in Architecture and Allied Arts
WORK EMAIL rachel.drakeford@outlook.com
EDUCATION
FAMU ActiveMinds Web Master 2020-2021, Vice President 2022-pres
Rachel Danette Drakeford 770-658-8657
Accenture Student Leadership Program HBCU Excellence Track, 01/21 05/21
FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIVERSITY (TALLAHASSEE, FL)
Women in Architecture Vice President 2021-pres
National Society of Leadership and Success Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
- Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society
09/21 PRES.
- GRE (Ventures and Transactions) Part-Time (01/22-04/22)
- GRE (Design and Construction) Part-Time (09/21-12/21)
Created visual site plan assessing the overall site, its transit opportunities, and nearby amenities to showcase potential for area growth.
EXPERIENCE
REAL ESTATE INTERN
Collaborated with other Verizon interns to create product trialing presentation which was presented to Verzion Global Real Estate Team and Senior Management.
- Conducted market research to assess the viability of a stand-alone call center which research included vacancy rates, employment rates, and more.
- GRE (Design and Construction) Full-Time (06/22-pres)
Collaborated with Portfolio Manager to conduct facility assessment and provided potential budget for future decommissioning of the space.
- Through collaboration with Head of Food Services, provided design assistance and feedback during creation of food pantry project.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SKILLS Revit, Photoshop, Drafting, Illustrator, Rhino, Microsoft Word | PowerPoint | Excel INTERESTS TRAVELING Real Estate, Urban Planning, Mental Health, Traveling, Entertainment, Photography Spain, France, England, Mexico, Dominican Republic
Executed individual presentation delivered to Verizon Global Real Estate Team showcasing final investigative findings.
- Participated in architectural design process to develop possibilities for post-pandemic office spaces while also focusing on minimizing the real estate requirements.
VERIZON GLOBAL
PROFESSIONAL
A C A D E M I C W O R K S:
01 URBAN INFILL HOUSE11 MIXED USE SPACE17 TAMPA LIVING HUB PROJECT COOK ISLANDS RETREAT24
THIRD YEAR DESIGN STUDIO SPRING SEMESTER
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BIRDS EYE VIEW WITH CONTEXT AT SUNSET
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TYPE: LOCATION:
AREA: 90,000 sq. ft.
The purpose of this project was to create an affordable housing design that provides people with a livable facility with access to the basic amenities in life by including a commercial, residential, and service program to help solve homelessness within Tampa, Florida.
DESCRIPTION: SOFTWARE USED: YEAR: Revit, Lumion, Photoshop 1307 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33606 Spring 2022 Living Hub Mixed Use (Commercial and Residential) Space
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t h e m i s s i n g p i e c e
EXTERIOR BRIDGE VIEW
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“The Missing Piece” is based on the concept of feeling whole. Knowing that the future occupants have not had a definite living space, the design idea was based on creating a hub that will allow them to feel as if they belong. The design relates both figuratively and literally to the title as the hub will resemble a puzzle piece when looking from an aerial view. A precinctual layout can be seen being used to provide a centralized green space. Promoting positive mental health is also a major focus and can be seen being emphasized through the use of green spaces, straight edged shapes, and the exterior appearance of the hub.
FIRST FLOOR SECOND FLOOR SOUTH NELEVATION ORTH ELEVATION 05
FOURTH FLOOR
THIRD FLOOR
EAST WELEVATION EST ELEVAT ON 06
07ADMIN TOP FLOOR CAFE VIEW AT DUSK
SECTION 3 08
SECTION 1
SECTION 2
INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL HALLWAY VIEW INTERIOR RESIDENTIAL ROOM VIEW
09INTERIOR DAYCARE CLASSROOM VIEW
10EXTERIOR DAYCARE VIEW WITH PLAYGROUND
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The design focuses on the principles of hierarchy and floating spaces to emphasize the exterior. Repetition is also seen through the use of skylights which provides sunlight for the first floor, the office, and the third floor, the residential space. The second floor, the garden, also benefits from the use of skylights due to the elevated landscape that is created.
A clear focus on the outside spaces can be seen along with the concept of hierarchy There is also the inclusion of floating spaces to help enhance the landscape of the overall design.
SECOND YEAR DESIGN STUDIO SPRING SEMESTER
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE VIEW
PROGRAM
LOCATION: DESCRIPTION:
SUN DIAGRAMS ANALYSIS
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YEAR:
STREET ELEVATION
TYPE: S 111 E College Ave. Tallahassee, FL 32301 2021 Use (Commercial Residential)
TALLAHASSEE,
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The purpose of this project was to design a mixed-use infill building that included office and residential programs on a site located on East College Avenue in replacement of a previous establishment.
FLORIDA - DOWNTOWN
13EXTERIOR FRONT VIEW WITH CONTEXT
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CIRCULATION DIAGRAM
LEVEL 1 OFFICE
LEVEL 3 RESIDENTIAL
AXONOMETRIC VIEW
LEVEL 2 - GARDEN
15EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE SECTION VIEW
LONGITUDINAL SECTION PERSPECTIVE
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TRANSVERSE
SECTION 1 TRANSVERSE SECTION 2 TRANSVERSE SECTION 3
NORTH ELEVATION SOUTH ELEVATION
SECTION
The focus when designing the space was to prioritize creating an internal courtyard that will serve as a safe, private space for both programs. The addition of a glass atrium in the residential building provides exterior views on each floor, therefore again emphasizing the importance of the courtyard. The concept of mirroring was also utilized to create a design that from an aerial view, had a clear relationship between both buildings although they serve different purposes.
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THIRD YEAR DESIGN STUDIO FALL SEMESTER
EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE VIEW
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GROUND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
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The purpose of this project was to design a mixed-use building that included retail and residential programs on a site between West Madison Street and West Gaines Street.
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LOCATION: DESCRIPTION: SOFTWARE USED: YEAR: Revit, Lumion 402 W Gaines St. Tallahassee, FL 32301 Fall 2021 Mixed Use (Commercial and Residential) Space
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA COLLEGETOWN c a t i o
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TOP LEVEL FLOOR PLAN W/ TERRACE
THIRD/FOURTH LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
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21INTERIOR VIEW LOOKING THROUGH ATRIUM
22 SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 3 SECTION 3 WALL SECTION SECTION 4
EAST ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION
EXTERIOR COURTYARD VIEW
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c o o k i s l a n d s r e t r e a t
SECOND YEAR DESIGN STUDIO SPRING SEMESTER
The design consists of the fundamental principles of symmetry through a clear mirroring effect along with arrangement which can be seen through the focus on shifting volumes, perspectives, and circulation to provide an overall beach house feel. The inclusion of hierarchy within the center of the residence creates an open dynamic and a sense of openness, leading to feelings of relaxation and euphoria.
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The purpose of this project was to design a space focused on the goal of relaxation on an exotic or tropical site.
PARTI DIAGRAM
SUN DIAGRAMS
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SECOND LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
TAPUAETAI, ARUTANGA COOK ISLANDS t e o c a t i o n
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LOCATION: DESCRIPTION:
C RCULATION D AGRAM
FIRST LEVEL FLOOR PLAN
TYPE:
SOFTWARE USED: YEAR: Revit, Lumion One Foot Island, Tapuaetai, Arutanga Spring 2021 Residential Space
27INTERIOR KITCHEN VIEW
28 SOUTH ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION SECTION 2 SECTION 1
29INTERIOR VIEW OF LANAI ON WEST WING
RRACHEL D A N E T T E DROFEKARD TELEPHONE 770 658 8657 WORK EMAIL rachel.drakeford@outlook.com
THANK YOU,
RACHEL DRAKEFORD
FUTURE ARCHITECT
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