REMINGTON BARD ACADEMIC PORTFOLIO
My work is focused on coherently and effortlessly synthesizing each project’s programmatic, economic, functional, and aesthetic goals. I strive to balance ideals and pragmatics, intuition and logic, and radical vision and fulfilled expectations within my work. My process is grounded in rigorous exploration, persistent questioning, technical understanding, and creative pragmatism. As a designer, I strive for elegantly resolved designs that meet the needs of clients and respond to the ambitions of the greater community.
CONTENTS
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Core Design Studio IV; Analysis & Programming
Core Design Studio VIII
RUSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT
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SORBENT.ONE 2014 Evolo Skyscraper Competition
HAITI RELIEF HOUSING
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CEUTA, SPAIN BORDER CROSSING ACSA 2014 Steel Competition
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Core Design Studio III
Community Design & Activism - Design/Build
MURPHY MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY
TECH XXI DOGHOUSE
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Core Design Studio VIII
AIAS Freedom by Design - Design/Build
TURBINE TOWER + MICRO-HOUSING
O.W.L. CENTER EQUINE RAMP
EDUCATION
ACTIVITIES
LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY RUSTON, LA
PI KAPPA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL FRATERNITY
Bachelor of Science Architectural Studies
// GPA | 3.26 // President’s List | Spring 2013 // Dean’s List | Spring 2013, Winter 2014, Spring 2014 // Graduation | May 24, 2014
Masters of Architecture // Current GPA | 4.0 // Graduation | May 23, 2015
Gamma Psi Chapter
// Member | 2011-2014 // Internal Vice President | 2013-2014 :Executed the internal operations of the fraternity :Presided over Risk Awareness, Historian, Housing, Continuing Education, Alumni Relations, Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Fundraising Committees
THE THINGERY @ LA TECH
LA Tech Innovation Department
// Supervising Monitor | 2013-2014 :Oversaw the daily operations of The Thingery and provided guidance in using digital fabrication equipment including Epilog Laser Engravers, Makerbot 3d Printers, desktop CNC routers, vinyl cutters, Z-Form Vacuum Former, and other various fabrication equipment
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AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS
Louisiana Tech University Chapter
// Member | 2011-Present // Treasurer | 2012-2013 // Freedom by Design Historian | 2012-2013 // Freedom by Design Director | 2013-2014 :Sought and executed various design projects within the community mainly pertaining to accessibility upgrades which were funded entirely by grants, donations, and fundraising // Chapter President | 2014-Present :Conducted meetings and events for the general membership of the organization while working with the university and the national office to improve the studio culture within the School of Design at Louisiana Tech // AIAS National Communications Task Force :Executed and monitored the social media interactions of the national office and the general membership
CURRICULUM VITAE
SKILLS
AWARDS
WORK EXPERIENCE
PROFICIENT IN: // Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit // Rhinoceros, Grasshopper 3d // Google SketchUp, Adobe InDesign // Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator // Maxwell Render, V-ray Rendering SKILLED IN: // Model Making, Technical Drawing // Site Analysis, Site Planning // Rendering, Concept Development // Digital Fabrication, Carpentry, Laser Cutting // 3d Printing, CNC Milling
2014 STUDENT SHOW BEST OF SHOW // Sorbent.ONE - Third Year Evolo Competition // LA Tech School of Architecture Student Show
LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DESIGN // Graduate Assistant // September 4, 2014 | May 23, 2014 :Maintained and provided instruction in using Epilog Laser Engravers and Makerbot 3D Printers
2013-14 FREEDOM BY DESIGN NATIONAL HONOR AWARD // Louisiana Tech University AIAS Chapter // Outstanding Organizational Work and Design PIKE PRODUCTIONS MOBILE D.J. SERVICES Projects // Equipment Manager | 2011-2014 // Co-Marketing Coordinator | 2012-2014
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RUSTON REGIONAL AIRPORT CORE DESIGN STUDIO IV; ANALYSIS & PROGRAMMING
RUSTON AIRPORT
Runway Extension: 5000’ to 7,600’
Road Improvements: Hwy 146: Upgrade to 4-lanes, Re-route to intersect Hwy 3061 Hwy 3061: Upgrade to 4-lanes, Intersections with new Hwy 146 and Par Rd 407 Allow for existing Private Aviation and LA Tech to remain in place.
New Airport property boundries.
New Commercial Terminal Road Improvements: Par Rd 407: Upgrade to 4-lanes, Re-route to meet Hwy 3061
The initial phases of this project were focused on the 25 to 50 year expansion plan for the city of Ruston, LA. The cities predicted expansion called for the need to expand the existing airport facilities and the addition of a commercial terminal to accommodate increased air travel. The expansion of the existing runway and taxi lanes allow for larger commercial aircraft to land. The runway expansion also allows the Louisiana Tech School of Aviation facilities to expand and accommodate larger aircraft while maintaining private facilities. The new commercial terminal accommodates up to two aircrafts that may hold up to 100 passengers each. The city of Ruston is predicted to expand around the commercial transportation lanes that intersect at the city and as Louisiana Tech University expands its education facilities. The small scale airport terminal is predicted to mirror the increase in demand for air travel too and from Ruston, LA as the city and college expand.
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The airport is arranged over three floors to accommodate for the continuous loop formed by the arrival to departure sequence that takes place within the airport. The main entrance is accessed from an elevated parking platform. The program amenities within the waiting area of the terminal form a pinch point that funnels passengers through security into the open waiting area. Ground Floor Plan
Arriving passengers enter the terminal and proceed down escalators into the baggage claim area. Once baggage has been received the passengers enter into the car rental and waiting area for pick up or exiting underneath the parking deck. The terminal’s third floor allows for administration and meeting and conference rooms for business professionals.
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
DEPARTURE
First Floor Plan
ARRIVAL
Second Floor Plan
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Structural Diagram
Proposed Truss System
SORBENT.ONE
2014 EVOLO SKYSCRAPER COMPETITION Sorbent.one is a skyscraper prototype for response to offshore oil rig disasters and injuries. Oil spills and other disasters happen more frequently than what is reported by the media. Oil lost into the ocean that does not exceed 50 barrels in quantity are not recorded at all. Oil spilled into the ocean comes with devastating affects to marine life and economy. Sorbent.one is designed to be able to recycle any oil that is lost into the ocean quickly and efficiently helping to maintain the economy and local marine life. Sorbent.one also houses crude oil and marine research facilities as well as medical facilities for workers that reside on the offshore platforms. Each prototype could be placed in locations around the world that contain large concentrations of offshore oil rigs such as the Gulf of Mexico or the North Sea.
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MURPHY MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY CORE DESIGN STUDIO III
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East Elevation
South Elevation
West Elevation
North Elevation *sculptures by Rachel Whiteread
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First Floor
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Second Floor
Third Floor
The Murphy Manuscript Library is a project for the city of Eldorado, Arkansas that combines the conservation of ancient manuscripts with a public educational library at the expense of the Murphy Oil family from Eldorado. As a concept, I explored the sculptures of Rachel Whiteread which explore the unused space around objects. The buildings form was based on a sculpture of hers in which she cast the sace books do not occupy on a shelf. I used this concept to explore the spaces made by the buildings program. This idea was also applied to the atrium of the building which resembled the space that books do not occupy on a shelf. The concept created a dynamic space that accomodated the shelving of the books of the library program and also created a unique space in the atrium of the project.
TURBINE TOWER + MICRO-HOUSING CORE DESIGN STUDIO VIII
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Sectional Cross Ventilation Diagram
Plan Cross Ventilation Diagram
Turbine Tower + Micro-Housing is an experimental residential tower that incorporates natural amd technological sustainable elements in downtown San Francisco, CA. The tower includes an array of wind turbines at the uppermost levels for energy generation, natural cross ventilation for heating and cooling, and a louvered exterior that optimizes the views of the city while protecting from direct heat gain. The residential units of the tower are composed of micro-housing units that have a square footage of 250-300 and private balconies with views of downtown and the bay. The small units are coupled with communal spaces and services on each floor that promote tenant interaction. Other amenities include office, retail, and recreational spaces on the lower levels of the tower.
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Initial Setup Process
Transitioning to Permanence
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HAITI RELIEF HOUSING CORE DESIGN STUDIO VIII
The Haiti earthquake of 2010 left millions of people displaced in tent encampments throughout Haiti. Circumstances have left Haiti in a dire state with millions of people still residing in temporary tent cities. This project was tasked with finding a solution to disaster relief in Haiti that provided better living conditions and
could accommodate for long term occupancy. The lack of resources in Haiti also posed a challenge and a simple quick deployment system was necessary. The solution I developed can be shipped to Haiti in the wake of disaster and assembled by two people. Initially, the canvas shelter acts as a tent with major structural
components.The outer walls of the shelter are attached to canvas bags that are meant to be filled with dirt to provide an adequate shelter. The components of the shelter are meant to promote the shelter’s transition into a permanent residence.
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CEUTA, SPAIN BORDER CROSSING ACSA 2014 STEEL COMPETITION
Ceuta, Spain is located on a peninsula directly across the Straight of Gibraltar from mainland Spain. Ceuta is a city-state enclave of Spain which borders with Morocco in Northern Africa. The territory has a small population that is fueled by tourism and trade. Historically, Ceuta has been a strategic military enclave for Spain that predates Moroccan independence. The city is culturally rich with Spanish buildings and infrastructure. Over the last few decades, Morocco has pursued the enclaves as Moroccan territory however, the Spanish government refuses to give up the land due to their cultural and historical ties to the city. The city also falls under the laws and regulations of the European Union. This has created an increase in traffic at the one border crossing into Morocco due to the ability for Moroccan residents to purchase goods cheaper and tax free in Ceuta and then return home to their residence. The existing border crossing buildings and a amenities can no longer accommodate the increase of traffic which in turn has created very long waiting times and unregulated transfer of goods. A new border crossing is needed d in order to unify the two countries and facilitate the amount of pedestrian and vehicle traffic that exists. Existing Pedestrian & Vehicle Circulation
Existing Public & Private Program
Existing Pedestrian & Vehicle Congestion
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Spider Clip Curtain Wall System
Roof Structure
Round vs. Square Connection
Rigid Square Beam Structure
Round vs. Round Connection
Diagrid Structure
Glazing with Steel Mesh Inserts
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Steel Roof With Skylights
Steel Diagrid Roof Structure
Steel Mesh + Glazing Roof
Square Steel Tubing Roof Structure
Steel Mesh + Glazing System
Round Steel Column Structure
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The border crossing’s form is based on an increased space for pedestrian circulation that protrudes into the Mediterranean Sea. By building into the water, the space available for people to travel is doubled. The building flows alongside an increased vehicular circulation. The pedestrian circulation is enhanced with an area that rises from the normal grade level and offers a panoramic view of the sea and the city of Ceuta on its peninsula. The main circulation hall has robust and round steel columns that support a diagrid roof structure. The large columns help to maximize the space available for pedestrians to travel through the circulation hall. The roof structure includes incremental skylights and clerestories that allow the interior to utilize natural daylighting. The exterior glazing is infused with wire mesh screening to control the daylighting and reflections from the adjacent sea. The wire mesh and glazing combinations use a gradient system that range in densities and open to maximize the scenic panoramic view.
TECH XXI DOGHOUSE COMMUNITY DESIGN & ACTIVISM
The new doghouse for the new bulldog mascot of LA Tech was a design/build project for the LA Tech Alumni Association. After the sudden passing of Tech XX due to heat exhaustion, the Alumni Association sought a mobile house for the new mascot that was also continuously cooled. The design was created over two weeks and construction of the project took place over three weeks during the summer quarter. The doghouse is mounted on a utility trailer and has the ability to be pulled in parades or be stationary. The design concept was based on the wikihouse project and utilizes static wooden structural connections and a plywood rib system.
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This project was a design/build project for the Outdoor Wilderness Learning Center in Dubach, LA. The center is maintained by The United Methodist Children’s Home. The center has several acres of farm and woodlands. One of the programs at the center is Equine-psychotherapy. The program offers therapeutic qualities while working and interacting with horses. The center had an existing covered arena but wanted to extend their program to handicapped individuals. The ramp was commissioned by the center and designed and built by students through the Freedom by Design organization.
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O.W.L CENTER EQUINE RAMP FREEDOM BY DESIGN - AIAS
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