DESIGN PORTFOLIO
RYAN RENDANO AIAS CHAPTER PRESIDENT ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN PROGRAM ‘14 UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AMHERST RRENDANO@UMASS.EDU 978-333-9989
RESUME EDUCATION B.F.A. ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN University of Massachusetts Amherst I GPA: 3.77
Fall 2010 – Present
MINORS I Building and Construction Technology. Information Technology. HONORS I Dean’s List Honors, 2010-present. Sigma Tau Delta National Honor Society. 21st Century Leaders Award Nominee.
ACTIVITIES AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS (AIAS) Chapter President
Winter 2011 – Present
Lead, budget, organize, coordinate club meetings and events. Community outreach. Regional and national conferences.
SKILLS & INTERESTS TECHNICAL I Autodesk AutoCAD. Revit. Google SketchUp. Adobe CS5 Suite. Microsoft Office Suite. Solidworks. HTML. Java. Python programming. PERSONAL I Leadership. Communication. Collaboration. Task management. Creative problem-solving. Social media marketing. Event planning. INTERESTS I Computers and Technology. Media - art, film, music. Songwriting. Guitar.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY BIG Y WORLD CLASS MARKET Produce Clerk I Amherst, MA
June 2013 – Present
• Interviewed at corporate headquarters for intern architect position. • Perform and log inventory, cleaning, and maintenance standard procedures. • Unload, stock, and monitor produce on sales floor.
WAL-MART STORES INCORPORATED Produce Sales Associate I Hudson, MA
June 2011 – November 2012
• Assisted in store remodeling and renovations in preparation for store re-opening. • Provided monthly inventory and sales reports to manager. • Unloaded, stocked, and monitored produce on sales floor.
PROMAR INTERNATIONAL Data Transcriber & Research Assistant I Hudson, MA • • • •
Sorted and verified invoices to identify duplicates, missing pages and inclusion of summary reports. Transcribed data into Microsoft Excel forms from handwritten and printed documents. Assigned codes to individual products from a library of over 1200 unique six digit codes. Input data into standardized forms for entry into a dBase III database.
August 2009 – January 2011
ABOUT ME
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA - DV. FALL 2013
2. HOLYOKE LIVE / WORK RESIDENCE HOLYOKE, MA - DIII. FALL 2012
3. UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA - DIV. SPRING 2013
4. MUSIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMHERST, MA - DII STUDIO - FALL 2011
5. NARROW LOT COMPETITION NORTHAMPTON, MA - SUMMER 2013 WITH STEPHEN SCHREIBER, FAIA & JANE THURBER, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
I am currently a senior Architecture + Design student studying at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Upon graduation this May, I seek full-time employment in an architectural firm with varied and challenging work, which both utilizes my current skills, and challenges me to reach new limits. After completing the Internship Development Program (IDP), I plan to return to school for my Master’s Degree, and pursue professional licensure. I believe architecture has a profound power to shape and transform our identities. Design empowers me to make a positive impact to address present and future challenges of social, political, and economic inequity. I fill my spare time with playing guitar, songwriting, listening to music, reading, and creative writing.
“Architecture is the ability to transform creative thought into tangible action. Empowered by a need to improve society, we drive our creative vision towards the challenges at hand, in constant pursuit of the best solutions.”
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
OBJECTIVE
Working with the Nipmuc Native Amherican tribe, develop a self-sustaining community center off the grid, utilizing regenerative design methods. Maximize the collection and use of natural resources, whilst serving the program needs of tribal learning, gathering, and ceremony.
SPATIAL RELATIONSHIPS
STRUCTURAL EXPLORATION
WASTE = FOOD
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
CONCEPT IMPLEMENTATION An unfolding program, radiating outward from a centralized core. Program elements are divided into 3 tiers based on their function, then organized spatially and systematically as follows: 1. Primary 2. Secondary (support functions) 3. Tertiary (outlying & exterior functions) All activities coalesce through a centralized, meeting/gathering space, exemplifying the interdendency of elements to create a unified, systematic whole. The circular arrangement of spaces further emphasizes connection to the surrounding natural landscape, whilst maximizing natural light exposure & water harvesting capabilities.
EXT. PATIO
WATER COLLECTION
CLASSROOMS
WATER COLLECTION
STORAGE
ARCHIVES
BATHROOMS EXHIBITION HALL
EXHIBITION HALL
HEARTH WELL
OFFICE KITCHEN
MEETING/ GATHERING CLASSROOMS
WATER COLLECTION
ELDER’S GATHERING
ENTRY COURT
PARKING
WATER COLLECTION
RESOLUTION
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
CONTEXT
WETLANDS
NORTHEAST
LONGHOUSE
14.
14.
EAST ENTRY COURT EA
CARETAKER RESIDENCE
SOUTHWEST GAR G GA A DENS GARDENS WETLANDS
AGRICULTURAL ZONE
KITCHEN DELIVERY ACCESS
VISITOR PARKING
CONCEPT ADMIN SUPPORT
GATHER
LEARN
PLAN KEY 1. GATHERING SPACE 2. HEARTH 3. UNDERGROUND WELL 4. EXHIBITION CORRIDOR 5. EMERGENCY EXIT / ALT. ENTRY 6. OFFICE 7. LIBRARY 8. PRIVATE ARCHIVES 9. STORAGE 10. BATHROOM 11. LIVING MACHINE 12. KITCHEN 13. CLASSROOM 14. EXT. LEARNING / GATHERING
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
SYSTEMS BREAKDOWN
RESOLUTION
STEEL PIN CONNECTOR HORIZONTAL SUPPORT JOIST
RAINWATER COLLECTION RAINWATER COLLECTION STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF W/ INSULATION
TIMBER FRAMING RAMMED EARTH INSULATING WALL EXHIBITION CORRIDOR
LALLY VERTICAL SUPPORT
LIBRARY PRIVATE ARCHIVES
STEEL BASE FLASHING
METAL FLASHING CONCRETE BASE CURBING GATHERING SPACE
CONCRETE SLAB GRADE 0’ - 0” CONCRETE KEYWAY FOOTING
TIMBER JOINERY
-1’ - 6”
AFFORDABILITY. DURABILITY. EASE OF ASSEMBLY
WATER DRAINAGE & PURIFICATION
CISTERN
RAINWATER HARVESTING 1. Inverted, angled roof directs water to ext. gutter 2. Hollowed, horizontal support beams divert water to central gathering space 3. Central, vertical support beams channel water to underground cistern for treatment & storage.
PIVOT WALL CONFIG FLEXIBILITY. ADAPTABILITY. NEGOTIATE BETWEEN PUBLIC & PRIVATE SPACE. 2.
2. PARTITION WALL
1.
3.
3.
KITCHEN
WASTE
PROCESS
1.
BATHROOMS
FOOD
HIINGE JOINT
LIVING MACHINE 1. Waste from kitchen & bathrooms is channeled to outlying wetlands for primary treatment. 2. Water is pumped to the living machine for additional treatment 3. After tertiary treatment, water is redistributed to kitchen & bathrooms for reuse.
GATHERING SPACE HALF WALL COMPACT, INTEGRATED SEATING.
BENCH FOLDS INTO WALL FOR COMPACT STORAGE
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
NIPMUC COMMUNITY & EDUCATION CENTER WEST BROOKFIELD, MA
DV - FALL 2013
NORTHEAST VIEW
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
HOLYOKE LIVE / WORK HOLYOKE, MA
ANALYSIS
DIII - FALL 2012
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
OBJECTIVE Develop a combined live / work residence for two artists. This new building must engage the public, and fit within the goals and mission of Holyoke’s Center City Vision Plan. BUILDINGS
Activity Zones
Pe d
Site
est
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nF low
PARCELS
Light
ROADLINE
SITE ANALYSIS
RAILROAD
WATERWAYS
CONTEXT
HOLYOKE EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC
HOLYOKE LIVE / WORK HOLYOKE, MA
DIII - FALL 2012
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
PRIVATE.
LIVE.
RELAX. BE. LIVE.
WORK.
OBSERVE. UNDERSTAND. CREATE.
EXHIBIT.
GATHER. SHARE. INSPIRE
PUBLIC.
SOLID / VOID
CONCEPT A mixed use, live / work building for two artists, located in downtown Holyoke, MA. Situated in the heart of a district characterized by vacancy and abandonment, the use of pre-fab components and practical partitioning of interior spaces allows for maximum open space, exposure to natural light (via an adjustable louver system), and infinite possibility for the present and future. Clients can adjust and reconfigure every space from the exhibition, studio spaces, and residential units, to best address their personal living, community, and work environment as they see fit.
RHYTHM / FENESTRATION
EXTENSION / CIRCULATION
HOLYOKE LIVE / WORK HOLYOKE, MA
DIII - FALL 2012
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
EXTERIOR PATIO
LIVE.
EXTERIOR PATIO
BEDROOM
BEDROOM
RESIDENTIAL II CL.
LOUVERS RESIDENTIAL I
LIVING BATH
RESOLUTION
LIVING KITCHEN
KITCHEN
CL.
BATH
GLASS
3RD FLOOR PLAN PRIVATE OFFICE II
PRIVATE OFFICE I
WORK.
CLADDING STUDIO I
STUDIO II
2ND FLOOR PLAN GALLERY/ EXHIBITION
EXHIBIT.
FLOORS
STUDIO II
CONCEPT FRONT ELEVATION
STUDIO I
1ST FLOOR PLAN SERVICE CORE
STEEL FRAMING
SOUTH SECTION
FRONT SECTION
HOLYOKE LIVE / WORK HOLYOKE, MA
FRONT ELEVATION
DIII - FALL 2012
SOUTH ELEVATION
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
REAR ELEVATION
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
OBJECTIVE The current UMass Boathouse is in poor condition, and does not adaquately support the needs of the rowing team. Propose a new structure, to meet the team’s storage, exercise, training, preparation, and facilties requirements.
CONTEXT
EXISTING UMASS BOATHOUSE
RESOLUTION
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
CONCEPT Structurally reflect characteristics of rhythm, sequencing, repetition & flow physically exemplified through the sport of rowing.
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
HOUSE.
PREPARE.
PROTECT. SECURE. STORE.
EXERCISE. TRAIN. PRACTICE.
ANALYSIS
PROGRAM DIAGRAMMING A spatial exploration of layout, flow, and adjacency using representational building units, each assigned to a unique program element.
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
TRAILER ACCESS
PARKING
FACILITIES
B
WATERFRONT VIEW
TS OA
R TO
E AG
WATERFRONT
EXT. RIGGING
DOC
K
REAR VIEW
SITE PLAN
FRONT SITE SECTION
SIDE SITE SECTION
STORE. RETRIEVE.
RIG. PREPARE.
TRANSPORT. LAUNCH.
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
BOAT BAYS ROOF PANEL.
CHANNELS WATER TO SUPPORT BEAM EXTERIOR OPENING
SUPPORT BEAM.
HOLLOWED CORE DRAINS WATER VERTICALLY TO FLOOR
CARVED FLOOR CHANNEL.
DIVERTS WATER HORIZONTALLY TO EXTERIOR
EXPOSED ISO WATER DRAINAGE DETAIL
FRONT ELEVATION
BACK ELEVATION
RIGHT ELEVATION
LEFT ELEVATION
UMASS BOATHOUSE NORTHAMPTON, MA
DIV - SPRING 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
FACILITIES
EXPOSED ISO LOCKER ROOM
STORAGE OFFICE
STORAGE
OFFICE
OFFICE
CIRCULATION CORRIDOR EXERCISE AREA RIGHT SECTION
PLAN
LEFT ELEVATION
FRONT ELEVATION
2’ RETAINING WALL
RIGHT ELEVATION
REAR ELEVATION
LOCKER ROOM OFFICE
MUSIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMHERST, MA
DII - SPRING 2012
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
OBJECTIVE Given the context of the site, develop a learning and research institute for a topic of your choice.
CONTEXT
DEVELOPMENT
VEGETATION
LIGHT
ELEVATION
SOUND SITE MAPPING
RESOLUTION
MUSIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMHERST, MA
DII - SPRING 2012
EXCHANGE.
GATHER.
PERFORM.
CONCEPT
STUDY.
LEARN.
PRACTICE.
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
MUSIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMHERST, MA
DII - SPRING 2012
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
ELEVATIONS
PLANS
SECTIONS
MUSIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE AMHERST, MA
DII - SPRING 2012
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPM MENT
RESOLUTION
NARROW LOT COMPETITION NORTHAMPTON, MA
SUMMER 2013
ANALYSIS
W/STEPHEN SCHREIBER & JANE THURBER
OBJECTIVE Design a single family home on a 50 x 100’ narrow lot. - Respect the context of the site while adding vibrancy to the neighborhood - Offer opportunity for repairing existing urban design deficiencies - Flexibility to work on other narrow lots in the city - Engage the community on design issues and raise the profile of architects
CONTEXT
1 GARFIELD AVENUE, LOT 1A
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
NARROW LOT COMPETITION NORTHAMPTON, MA
SUMMER 2013
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
W/STEPHEN SCHREIBER & JANE THURBER
EXTERIOR SLEEP
GARDEN
LIVE
PUBLIC PRIVATE
INTERIOR 30 X 70’ SETBACK ENVELOPE
PRIVATE
ENTRY
EXIT PORCH
BR 1
SUPPORT
EXTERIOR CL
PRIVATE COURT
BATH
The Gateway House consists of two connected modules, slipped along a central axis. This single-story house will be built to the setback lines on two corners. The slipped masses create two major outdoor areas—an entry court facing the street, and private garden in the back. The expansive, cross-circulation patterns connect the interior of the house to the landscape beyond.
CL
BR 2
Goals • Ease Of Construction. Modules can be stick-built, or fabricated off-site. • Efficient Land Use. Building to the setback in two corners allows for generous outdoor spaces. • Visitable. This one story house is visitable by people with different abilities, and allows for aging in place. • Affordable. At just 1,456 square feet, the Gateway House makes efficient use of space. • Energy Efficient. Passive solar design, with generous south-facing windows, protected by brise soleil.
DINING
FRUIT TREE TRELLIS
Through its implied cross-circulation, the Gateway House emphasizes connection to the surrounding natural landscape, challenging the notion of the house as isolation and containment. Rather, the home becomes a portal to nature--a suggestion to what lies beyond, outside itself.
LIVING
KITCHEN
W
KITCHEN GARDEN
D BATH
DOWN TO BASEMENT
DRIVEWAY
ENTRY PORCH
30 X 70’ SETBACK ENVELOPE
WALKWAY
PROPERTY LINE
SECTION
GARFIELD AVENUE
SITE PLAN
NARROW LOT COMPETITION NORTHAMPTON, MA
SUMMER 2013
W/STEPHEN SCHREIBER & JANE THURBER
ANALYSIS
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
RESOLUTION
THANK YOU
FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION.
RYAN RENDANO AIAS CHAPTER PRESIDENT ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN PROGRAM ‘14 UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AMHERST RRENDANO@UMASS.EDU 978-333-9989