SEAN MICHAEL DULA DESIGN PORTFOLIO
SPRING 2012
CONTENTS Urban Winery ThurtenE Carnival Yoga Cabin Materials Research Internship Experience
Communication Design What is KUYO? Board of Directors Youth Profiles How to Apply for Funding
What is kü-’yō? kü-’yō is short for the Coalition for Urban Youth Opportunity. We are a 501(c) non-profit organization that promotes awareness, raises funds, and conducts opportunity for the urban youth of America.
What is “ōpportunity”? Opportunity, in our eyes, manifests itself in many ways. Here are just a few examples: -Higher Education -Organized Atheltics -Mentorship Many of these are conducted through either programs run by kü-’yō or other organizations such as:
Résumé
TAXONOMY Representation
Model
Setting
NAME
Urban Winery
TAXONOMY YEAR 2012 MATERIALS Rhino Model & Bristol-Board Assemblage DESCRIPTION In my third semester I explored technology within the field of design; including modelling in Rhino and exporting via 3D Printers and Lasercutters. For this project we surveyed our urban site and chose a texture to influence our forthcoming design. We traversed the site and built a skin atop an unbiased scale matrix. Then I altered the matrix and designed a biased skin to reflect the found texture in the topography of the site. The final building is based on the concept of exhibition and observation of the process of wine making.
SITE SPECIFIC TEXTURE
NAME
ThurtenE Carnival
TAXONOMY YEAR 2012 MATERIALS Digital Model and Full-Scale, Built Modular Structure DESCRIPTION As a Washington University and St. Louis tradition, ThurtenE Carnival is the longest student-run carnival in the world. Along with Kristen Nowotarski, I designed the theater structure, in which a student-produced play was performed. Our structure took advantage of several sustainable practices, including wood reclamation and material recycling. We were able to raise $8000 for our designated charity: KIPP Inspire Academy in St. Louis.
NAME
Yoga Cabin
TAXONOMY YEAR 2011 MATERIALS Digital Output & Styrene Model DESCRIPTION This is the culmination of my third semester in architecture school. The site for the yoga, meditation, and guest cabin is a small rural town: Rosebud, Missouri. I chose a location adjacent to the lake. My project proposes a ~2000 sqft concrete structure that “breaths� off the prevailing winds across the lake, while deterring sunlight with hand-cranked louvers. Through its movement the building explores the joint between the forest and the water.
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Dynamic Static
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Yoga Bunks
Meditation
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Entry
Bunk
Storage + Mechanical
Bunk
Bunk
Storage
Meditation Loft
Yoga Studio
Lower Level
500sqft
Kitchenette
Storage
Bench + Table
Meditation Loft
Upper Level
NAME
Materials Research
TAXONOMY YEAR 2010-2011 MATERIALS Lead Drawings, Stone & Wood Constructs DESCRIPTION Stone: Here I explored how stone forms horizontally underneath the Earth’s surface, yet is extracted by man to create vertical structures Wood: For this project I trimmed a log into thin strips, steamed them, and bent them into an organic composition; this is a scale model for a space where the university community may relax or work outdoors Space Brick: The project is composed of a main spine with dovetail joints that allow four partitions to move and explore light, shadow, and space.
Stone
Stone
Private
Private
Work
Work
Rest
Public
Public
Transit
Transit Wood
Wood
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Light
Space Brick
NAME
Internship Experience
TAXONOMY YEAR 2011 MATERIALS Digital Models, Exported Renderings, Hand Drawings, & Brand Identity DESCRIPTION The following works are extractions from my internship at the Daniel Grimm Architecture firm. Although I performed many tasks, much of the work displayed here is digital modelling with accompanying renderings. In addition to 3D modelling I also worked with the architect to consider revising the brand identity of the firm.
daniel grimm
NAME
Communication Design
TAXONOMY YEAR 2011-2012 MATERIALS Posters, Digital Imagery, Web Design DESCRIPTION I began my work in communication design in my minor studio at WashU. Recently, I have worked brand identity with several individuals, organizations, students campaigns, and businesses including: University of Louisville, Campus Programming Council, and GiggleTree Toys.
Research Infrastructure to Support Energy in Kentucky
HAPPY HOUR SOGOL GHOMESHI
Y O U O N LY L I V E O N C E
How to Apply for Funding
What is kü-’yō? kü-’yō is short for the Coalition for Urban Youth Opportunity. We are a 501(c) non-profit organization that promotes awareness, raises funds, and conducts opportunity for the urban youth of America.
Opportunity, in our eyes, manifests itself in many ways. Here are just a few examples: -Higher Education -Organized Atheltics -Mentorship Many of these are conducted through either programs run by kü-’yō or other organizations such as: -YMCA -Big Brothers, Big Sisters -Universities
WashU ID & ticket required for admission 21 & older must bring state ID to consume No outside food or beverage allowed Must arrive by 10:00pm Non-students must be registered
Youth Profiles
SENIOR CLASS COUNCIL VOTE MARCH 6 + MARCH 7 SU.WUSTL.EDU/VOTE
Benefiting the School of Architecture’s Alberti Program for inner-city students
Board of Directors
A L A A I TA N I
This ticket is printed on recycled paper using soy based inks
ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL COUNCIL PRESENTS
What is KUYO?
What is “ōpportunity”?
THURSDAY
ROSS PASSO
JUSTIN NICKS JR DAVIS
5:30-6:30
Résumé Education Washington University, BS Arch + Communication Design Minor | St. Louis, Missouri | 2010-2014
Skills Digital Modeling (Revit, Rhino, Google SketchUp, & AutoCad) Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign) Word Processing (Microsoft Office, iLife)
Distinctions & Honors Danforth Scholar, Washington University in St. Louis Kentucky Governors School for the Arts | 2009
Leadership & Service Spring Break Service Trip to Mississippi | 2009, 2011, 2012 Group Leader, Catholic Student Center’s FreshmenFive Initiative | 2011-2012 Student Union Senate, Washington University in St. Louis | 2010-2011 Manager of Pool Operations, Kentuckiana Pool Management | 2009-2011 Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership | 2008
References Daniel Grimm, NCARB, ICC | Principal | Daniel Grimm, Architect Igor Marjanovic | Director, Undergraduate Program | College of Architecture | Washington University John Mueller, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, RYT | President | JEM Architects, St. Louis
Professional Experience Washington University in St. Louis Architecture School Council | 2011-2012 President Serve as the primary representative for the architecture student body Restructure a university community dance into a philanthropic event to raise $4500 for a school initiative benefiting inter-city youth Manage a $29,000+ budget, prioritizing projects and allocating funds where most appropriate
ThurtenE Carnival | St. Louis, Missouri | 2011-2012 Design Chair Create structural, electrical, and aesthetic design for temporary carnival facade structure Consult with architect to approve design & construction documents Facilitate construction of temporary carnival facade
Daniel Grimm, Architect | Louisville, Kentucky | 2011 Architectural Intern
Developed computer and hand-drawn renderings for residential and commercial projects Collaborated with principal architect to create alternative designs per clients’ requests Engaged in many aspects of running a small architecture office including site visits, client and contractor meetings, and preconstruction document management
Studio Kremer Architects | Louisville, Kentucky | 2010 Job Shadow Observed the daily tasks of a partner in a mid-sized architecture firm Attended a construction meeting for an ongoing education building Obtained knowledge of the profession from first-hand observation and experience
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