Sammy Herron Portfolio by Sammy Herron

PORTFOLIO

SELECTED WORKS

FALL 2023 - PRESENT

SAMMY HERRON

Sammy Herron, AIAS

Contact

913-309-5921

sammypherron@gmail.com

Skills

Aquainted

Rhino

Proficient

Revit

Twinmotion

Enscape

Knowledgeable

Sketchup

Indesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Achievements

KU Chancellor - Scholarship |2023 - Present

Education

University of Kansas

Master of Architecture | Class of 2028

Current GPA | 3.44

Experience

Lets Grow Preschool |Aug 2019 - May 2023

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Beth Bremenkamp | 913-269-3548

Bickimer Electric LLC |May 2023 - Present

Warehouse Manager and Parts Driver

Michael Bickimer | 913-626-8867

Involvement

KU AIAS Member | Fall 2023 - Present National Forum 2024

National Forum 2025

References

University of Kansas

Dan Finnell | Professor danfinnell@ku.edu

Marianne Remboldt | Professor 913-558-1339 mgremboldt@ku.edu

Jason Reece | AIA DLR Group

Senior Associate - Project Manager 913-207-0388 jreece@dlrgroup.com

Personal

Dennis Grayless | Teacher and NJROTC Coach 913-271-8336 dennisgrayless@smsd.org

John Carey | Teacher and NJROTC Coach 757-262-8599

My name is Sammy, and I’m currently a second-year architecture student at the University of Kansas. I have a passion for design and creativity, which really drives my love for architecture. I’m always inspired by how design can shape spaces and impact the way we live, and I’m excited to continue developing my skills in this field. Outside of my studies, I enjoy crafting and cross-stitching. These hobbies allow me to tap into my creative side in a different way, letting me bring small, detailed designs to life with my hands. I also love to watch and play soccer. I’m constantly looking for ways to blend my love for design, creativity, and personal connections.

01 pg. 6 Journey Through A Cave

02 pg. 14 Echo of the Kaw

03 pg. 26

Makerplace

04 pg. 36 Ballroom on Mass

Journey Through A Cave

Project Brief

Fall 2nd Year

Marianne Remboldt

706 New Jersey, Lawrence, KS

This project envisions an extension to the Lawrence Art Center, creating a dedicated space for a design school that fosters creativity, learning, and community engagement. Located on the Amtrak parking lot, the new facility will integrate with the surrounding context, including the Amtrak station, Van Go Center, and the historic La Yarda community. The design will reflect the artistic mission of the Lawrence Art Center while establishing a modern and functional environment for students and faculty.

Bubble Diagram

Site Context

Concept Diagrams

Site

In Line with Railroad

Sun Path

Floor Plans

1” = 20’

Exterior Render

Interior Render 1

Interior Render 2

Echo of the Kaw

Project Brief

2nd Year

Jason Reece

Buford M. Watson Jr. Park

The architectural folly located in Buford M. Watson Jr. Park is a sculptural intervention designed to evoke beauty, mystery, and contemplation while subtly connecting to the Kansas River through its form, materiality, and spatial experience. Inspired by the river’s movement, the folly integrates natural light, shadow play, and framed views, creating a dynamic interaction between visitors and the landscape. Positioned as a gateway to Lawrence, it harmonizes with the park’s evolving context, including future connections to the Cultural Arts Center, while offering a space for reflection and engagement with both the built and natural environment.

Site Plan

Kentucky Street

Floor Plan

Section A

Diagrams

Axonometric

Makerplace

Project Brief

Spring 1st Year

Dan Finnell

Sunflower Rd., behind Watson Library

The goal of this project is to understand both the impact of external site forces and the impact of internal forces on design. It is the hope that we will make architecture where use and site are inseparable. Makerplace includes individual studios for artists and a common space for sharing work. Each individual studio accommodates a resident artist who will spend a semester-long fellowship here at KU. The artists will create their own work, collaborate with each other, teach, and share their work with the public.

Site Analysis Diagram

WATKINS LIBRARY

POWER PLANT

Jayhawk Blvd.

1/16" = 1'-0" Partner Model

Section and Plan

1/8” = 1’ - 0”

Section 1

Section 2

Level 1 Plan

Level 2 Plan 1/16” = 1’ - 0”

My makerspace aims to satisfy the interests of artists who use their environment as a part of their inspiration such as Eline Cummins and Katerina Apale. These artists mainly use canvas and oil or acrylic paint. They both use bright colors and a little bit of imagination to connect the surrounding world to the canvas. These artists would be able to collaborate with each other to use bright colors and painting techniques to create pieces that are an inspiration to others. In my makerspace, the gallery is the main space for the project and the public while the studios and other spaces are for the private artists. The artists could have an opportunity for their work to be displayed in the gallery. The green space is the connection between the artist and the public. The green space can be used as a space to work away from each studio and as a community space. The green space helps the makerspace be connected and feel a part of the campus as it overlooks part of the campus towards Sunflower Rd. The makerspace allows the public to interact with the artist in the sense that they can see the creative environment that they work in and how that translates to the artwork they produce. To start I created many variations of site diagrams to get the lay of the land and what would work best as a layout within the topography. I chose to expand upon Parti Diagram 1 and changed part of the layout by excluding the two studios on the left and making stacked studios instead.

Section Model 1/8"=1'-0"

Experience Photos

Entering site through green space:

Pass through green space:

I start my journey by reaching the site and seeing the avaliable ways to go. I choose to enter the site through the green space. The most prominent part in my vision is the lunch space.

From this point on the journey the studios are cathching my eye because of the livelyness and color that pours out.

Going through the gallary side entrance:

The gallery looks ingtreging because it is the large building that has multiple entrances which helps the flow of traffic. When open the public goes through the foyer and out this door to help keep everyone moving.

Observing gallary space:

The inside of the gallary has room to show many pieces of artwork. Anytime you come into the gallery you will typically see new pieces. This keeps you coming back.

Ballroom on Mass

Project Brief

Fall 2nd Year

Marianne Remboldt

Between 7th and 8th on Mass, Lawrence, KS

This two-story event venue will cater to ballroom competitions, featuring a dynamic and visually striking design. The project focuses on crafting a modern yet contextually appropriate facade and an impressive two-story ballroom space. The space will balance functionality with aesthetic appeal, creating a memorable experience for competitors and spectators alike.