Sebastian de la Paz Selected work’s | Architecture in their essence
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Intro
I think architecture should be about
moments
and
experiences.
As human beings, we tend to be attracted to the positive feelings created by our experiences. This memories and experiences are the owners of our character, without them, none of us would be who we are, in this way, the spaces around us shapes the feelings and emotions of our daily lives. This is how my dream of being an architect capable of creating unique spaces that can help improve the quality of life of each person. & If so, I can create a space that stays with them and give them a memory or dream for the future.
That’s the type of architecture I want to create !
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EXPERIENCE Junior Designer | June 2019 - Current Lowney Architecture CAD Operator/ Junior Designer | Aug 2018 - Oct 2018 Marzipan Teaching Assistant | Jan 2018 - Apr 2018 Savannah College of Art and Design/ Arpad Ronaszegi Architecture Intern | Jun 2017 - Sep 2017 Uribe & Schwarzkopf Architecture Architecture Intern | May 2015 - Aug 2015 Adache Group Architects Inc. EDUCATION Master of Architecture (M.A Arch) | 2016 -2019 SCAD | Savannah College of Art and Design Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F Arch) | 2012 -2015 Minor: Furniture Design and Manufacturing SCAD | Savannah College of Art and Design
HONORS AND RECOGNITIONS SCAD | Dean’s List: Winter 2013 - Fall 2013 - Fall 2015 - Fall 2016 - Winter 2016 - Spring 2017 Winter 2018 - Fall 2018 - Spring 2018 - Fall 2019 - Winter 2019 SCAD | Academic Honors Scholarship SCAD | Artistic Honors Scholarship IDA | Design Awards 2016/ Silver: The Link SCAD | Chairs thesis award: Bambo Re - Live Pays d’apt | The plug’-IN / September 2015 3NTA Magazine | Steel Library “A Call to Wisdom” / March 2016 3NTA Magazine | Parametric Bench “Kimera” / April 2016 3NTA Magazine | Tesla Car Dealership / May 2016 CritDay Daily Architecture | Steel Library / July 2017 EXPOSED | Independet Photography Exposition / Jun 2016 SCAD | Architecture Exposition / Jun 2014 VERNISSAGE | Exposition des Etudiants de SCAD / Dec 2013 DRAWING WORKS | Scad Drawing Exhibition / 2018 BLACK & WHITE | Lensculture / 2018
LANGUAGES Spanish | Native English | Advanse Portugues | Basic 3
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- A recent Graduated architect from Quito, Ecuador with experience in international firms such as “Adache Group Architects” (Miami, USA), “Uribe & Schwarzkopf Architecture” (Quito, Ecuador), “Marzipan ID” (West Palm Beach, USA) and “Lowney Architecture” (Oakland, USA). - Studied architecture in Savannah, USA (Professional Master of Architecture (M.A Arch) & Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture (B.F Arch) Minor: Furniture Design and Manufacturing. - Currently in San Francisco pursuing new ideas and developing projects as a designer.
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Index of Content
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Intro Principles of design | 2 - 13
Projects The Link
A Greenbelt to Art and Education | 16 - 29
The Plug-In
Extencion of the City de la mode et du design | 30 - 37
CIMAC
Charleston International Museum of Art and Culture | 38 - 61
Competitions Bamboo Re-live
Modular earthquake-resistant housing | 64 - 91
The Fjords
View point of Norway Fjords | 92 - 97
A call of Wisdom
Multiprogram Library | 98 - 109
Contact Info | 112 - 114
DRAWING WORKS - Scad Drawing Exhibition / 2018
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Principles of Design
- My approach in terms of design
the end. I learned to trust, respect
begins by questioning the world
and be faithful to this process. It
around us. Directed externally by
doesn’t only function as a guide for
the environment in which we live
the ultimate goal but creates new
and focused on discovering new
possibilities. This concept arises,
ideas and ways of how we can
which is not only fluid and changes
improve the spaces and objects
continuously, since there is always
we consider every day. Then, after
something new to learn and discover.
investigating and analyzing, the problem is that it is possible to
As for now, it gives life to the ideas
look for new opportunities, not just
that are present and nourish the
problems to solve. This is how new
journey ahead. Full of curiosity,
solutions can appear, by creating
uncertainty, failures, and solutions.
innovation, not only the problems
I believe that serendipity happens
of the past are addressed, but
all the time, we just need to have
can also open new oportunities.
the eyes open to see it...
This is how I carry my ideas and projects from the beginning to
That said, “imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world”.
- Albert Einstein
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why Define the goals; the reason behind the project
Why I am doing this ? - Establishing clarity of the purpose is the main idea. This ensures a more direct path to the final goal, without establishing a finish line is hard to know the direction of the project and most likely get lost in the process. Here is where I align my beliefs and establish an approach to the project. By doing this, I can start to develop the reasons why I do what I do.
“Some designers simply create a glass, while others reflect upon the art of drinking. Only then, they are able to develop a drinking glass that really fulfills the desire to drink.�
who Understand the client or the people you are designing for
Who I am working for ? - This is when the research phase requires understanding and affinity in the process. Understanding the client or the people I design for, helps me establish the guidelines and project requirements, they become the parameters of each design.
“Each solution must evolve from its core and be as unique as the place where it was born.�
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What Give direction to the plan
What I am doing ? - This is where we put the strategy into action. By using research to meet and understand the client’s needs. Is that I can begin to elaborate on the design process. The main idea must be bold, meaningful, concrete, actionoriented and inspiring. This step shapes our objectives.
“Without direction, it is difficult to establish a path to follow and it is most likely lost in the process.”
How Define the plan
Objectives & Key result - Each design begins with a question, they become the starting point of the objectives, strategies, and expectations of each project. When establishing, the objectives and the key results of the project, it is much easier to envision the results of the final idea. That gives us a look, a window into the unknown...
“The final outcome should be a reflection of our beliefs.�
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Index of Content
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Intro Principles of design | 2 - 13
Projects The Link
A Greenbelt to Art and Education | 16 - 29
CIMAC
Charleston International Museum of Art and Culture | 30 - 37
The Plug-In
Extencion of the City de la mode et du design | 38 - 61
Competitions Bamboo Re-live
Modular earthquake-resistant housing | 64 - 91
The Fjords
View point of Norway Fjords | 92 - 97
A call of Wisdom
Multiprogram Library | 98 - 109
Contact Info | 112 - 114
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The Link: A Greenbelt to Art and Education Proposal for the new light rail train 208,000 m2 Savannah, Georgia - USA | 2016 Awards IDA Design Awards Silver winner 2016
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Project Description
The main objectives for this project are to incorporate a transit Hub landmark whit the aim of resurrecting the once existing “Union Station.” This proposal will connect Savannah to the nation whit a system of rapid transit infrastructure,
that
wants
to
encourage
economic diversity, stimulate the economy, promote
social
interaction,
and
provide
greater security to Savannah, neighborhoods.
What’s the Link?
As a new proposal to the city of Savannah, “The Link” is a solution to solve the problem of division in between neighborhoods inside of Savannah. This division creates many problems amoung habitants this lack of social interaction creates a type of isolation in between all communities. This creates higher poverty, gentrification and more unwanted problems. Within ”The Link” intends to create a district called “The Greenbelt to Art and Education” by adding a landscaping and natural elements, integrate existing artistic venues to showcase creative work, stimulate the economy, and encourage social interaction.
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DËRIVE - “A mode of experimental behavior linked to the condition of Urban Society”.
URBAN ANALYSIS - “Relantionship between important public buildings and urban parks”.
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Th e L i n k What’s the problem ?
Street | Identification
The solution is simple, after studying and analyzing the city, it was easy to find what was the main problem. The street condition creates a separation between the zones along the MLK street, this separation creates
two
environments
complete
antagonistic in the city. One would say that they even feel like different countrys inside of a small perimeter. So the solution
Primary Street Secondary Streets Tertiary Streets
Vehicular and Pedestrian | Circulation
is to create binding aject between the street to connect both sides into one. It will be a complete pedestrian friendly zone and adequate the road with a series of public spaces that will draw attention to this zones, lower the criminality and integrate
existing
artistic
venues
to
showcase the city creative minds. Within ”The Link” the project intends to create a district called “The Greenbelt to Art and Education” by adding a landscaping and
natural
existing
artistic
elements,
integrate
venues
showcase
to
Primary Vehicular Circulation Pedestrian Circulation
Reuse and Relocation | Vacan Spaces
creative work, stimulate the economy, and
encourage
social
interaction.
Existing Parking Lots
Problem
Solution
Vacant Spaces
As an essential aspect of the project is the need of connecting Savannah with the new proposed light rail. These connections are crucial, as the city tries to become a new Icon. Savannah being able to communicate to the nation and globe with rapid transit is the primary objective of the project. This alternative will be able to encourage economic diversity, stimulate the economy, support the education, and stimulate social interaction inside the city among its habittants. But, is necessary to first research the city in a lookout for other opportunities that might help revitalize the city. As the city is understood is essential to understand and know the primary way’s of movement and identify does streets to create better movement along the city. Green Spaces | Identification
Crime | Identification
Zones | Identification
Iconic Buildings | Identification
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Project condition
Place a grid
Add the green spaces
Combine with stairs
Conect with the city
Activate the community
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The overall strategy as an urban scale is zoomed into many particularly architecturalized moments to show the quality and potential of the project idea. Through a hybridized program, exterior public spaces and architectural materiality is combined with the structure as ways of expression. They are presented to promote human connections as they interact between the many open areas along the light train stops.
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The Plug’-In: Extencion of “Le Dock’s” Cite de la mode et du Design. Proposal for a Restaurant + Exhibition space to add to the existing school of fashion. 48,000 m2 Paris, France | 2015 Publications Pays d’apt | The plug’-IN / September 2015
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Project Description This collaboration project involved third year and fourth year architecture students while
studying
abroad
in
Lacoste.
A
small village located in the department of
Provence-Alpes-Côte
d’Azur
region
in
southeastern France. Each group had to design a building that creates smoothness and
continuity
The
project
along
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the
one
of
River
Seine.
the
largest
collaboration projects, not only collaborating with
upper
as
the
class
students,
Fashion
but
as
Marketing
well
majors.
What’s the Plug’-IN? The Plug’-IN is the creation of the pausing points reflected from the surroundings, enable the user to experience positive outcomes of the building. Stasis is the ordering system of circulation represented through a void. The
curvilinearity
is
employed
to
bring
together complex interacting forces into a continuous form. This is an architecture that captures both motion and stasis in a form by experiential and optical motion of the viewers.
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The form is derived by the implications of motion, fluidity and stasis throughout the site. The implied forces of Les Docks, the Seine River, and the physical circulation systems cause the evolution of form. The result is an object defined by vectors whose trajectories are relative to other objects and forces, and diffused by properties of flow, movement and viscosity. The inflections of the curved lines in the form indicate velocities, directions, and diurnal and nocturnal cycles.
Cit e de l a m ode et d u De si g n | Fro nt e leva t i o n
Cit e de l a m ode et d u De si g n | Ro of p la n
Cit e de l a m ode et d u De si g n | Pro g ra m Di a g ra m
Curvilinearity is employed to bring together
complex
interacting
forces into a continuous form. This
is
an
architecture
that
captures both motion and stasis
RALPH’S RESTAURANT
in a form by experiential and optical motion of the viewers. The result is an object defined by
vectors
whose
trajectories
are relative to other objects and
RALPH LAUREN INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
forces, and diffused by properties of flow, movement and viscosity.
“PLUG-IN” CIRCULATION
The inflections of the curved lines in the form indicate velocities, directions,
and
diurnal
RALPH LAUREN EXHIBITION
and
nocturnal cycles. The creation of
OUTDOOR PLAZA
the pausing points reflected from the surroundings, enable the user to experience positives outcomes of the building.
T h e Pl ug ’ - IN | Pro g ra m A xon
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@paulaswallace SCAD third year and fourth year of architecture students work in collaboration with the French firm; Jakok+Macfarlane to aid in the design of a new addition to the School of fashion and design.
T h e P l u g ’ - I N | Exterior Perspective
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CIMAC: Charleston International Museum of Art and Culture Museum proposal for a new development in the city of Charleston. 77,550’ Sq.ft Charleston, South Carolina - USA 2017
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Project Description The Charleston International Museum of Art & Culture is located on the city of Charleston’s water edge. Charleston is located in South Carolina, in the south eastern area of the United States of
America.
The
project
concept
is
geared towards the idea of a place that
entertwinds
architecture
and
nature to create a build envelope that celebrates the art and culture of the city. The idea of “CIMAC” was achived by a responce to a problem. Charleston is a city surrounded by water with a small foot print of public spaces covered by landscape or green spaces. The idea is to bring a building that solves that problem by enterwinding with the city fabric of old victorian arquitecure the Museum creates a gateaway to and oasis of art and green spaces giving the people of Charleston a new experience.
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LOCATION - 110 Conc o rd St , Cha r le st o n, So u t h Ca ro l i n a
S IT E AR E A | 7 7, 5 5 0’ Sq.f t
Site Selection The selection of the site was deribed by the prime of
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area
adjacent
to the water front. The abundant throught
circultaion the
site
help
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Site Analysis
Pedestrian | circulation
Charleston, South Carolina is a city surranded by water, full of wonders and rich in culture. Charleston water edge, is part of the french Quarter, the citys comercial zone, full of diversity and retail. The port works as a entry point for all the cruises that arrive to Charleston shores.Making the spot akey point in the city to create an incubator of human activity. The intersection of the city market and the Corolina Aquarium brings
Vehicular | circulation
a the mayor foot trafic to this key point, making it the ideal place for a “Museum�. Moving more to the west the city grows where the main three aces porint into the city. The mayor vehicular circulation throught the city are concords st, S Market St, Vendue Range St.
Point of interest | green spaces & key buildings
Cycling | circulation
This climate analysis is based on a regional re-search for different characteristics on a specif location. Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America . It takes information of many climate aspect as; Wind, Solar analysis, Temperature, Precipitation and Snow percentage. All of this charts where based from a analysis on the years from 2010- 2015. 43
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The strong iron construction of pillars supporting the concrete & steel structure., of the building creates and anchor to the water front . The wood softly and naturally moves from the exterior to the interior, creating a transition to a courtyard transforming the center of the museum into an Urban Oasis. Glass frames comples the image of a Oasis in a brick dessert, creating a museum that becomes inseparable from its surroundings, blending the architecture with the landscape. The buidling becomes ones with nature, by blending the couryard with the beach front.
It continues, it bends, it blends; CIMAC createas a new building typology that gives a new form to the city nature.
+ Architecture
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= Art
Interwaving of Architecture Nature & Art
As a tool of experimentation, a site model made out of Plywood and Plecli glass was created to study the uses of volumes and spaces in relationship to the site. This type of studies is essential to understand the typology of the surroundings and being able to create the best solution in relation to the site. Since one of the primary objectives of the project is to create a feeling of connection in between the user and the surrounding areas, these model demonstrated the different types of conection that can be created between ciculation ( Plecliglass) & galery space (Plywood) in order to create a volume.
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Stractigic Aproach: Museums;
the
human’s
temple
of
inspiration. Where the best works of an individual becomes displaid in front of millions to pay in a showcase of skills, displayed in a masoleum of inspiration that helps preservate the work human masters of craft for generations to come. The concept for the new Charleston, museum should be created in the same way an artist express his skill on paper. Thorught a exploration of trial and error until the best outcome can be created. A temple of art that invites people and separete from thir normal live to sumerge in a oias of art and culture.
SCALE MODEL - Cardboard exploration model
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Program requirements
Add a courtyard and circulation
Precincts within a precinct
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Site plan Site square footage GALLERIES Entry Lobby 1,000 sq. ft. Ticket Sales/Information Booth 250 sq. ft. Coat Room/Rest Rooms 1,000 sq. ft. Primary galleries 28,000 sq. ft Changing exhibits 14,000 sq. ft Auditorium for 250 2,500 sq. ft. Public Exterior Space/Garden 5,000 sq. ft. ADMINISTRATION Directors Office 200 sq. ft. 4 Assistant Directors Office 150 sq. ft. each Administrative Assistants 600 sq. ft. Conference Room 200 sq. ft. Board Room 300 sq. ft. Publicity 400 sq. ft. Administration Subtotal 2,300 sq. ft. Service Subtotal 4,450 sq. ft. ANCILLARY AREAS Restaurant (150 seated) 1,500 sq. ft. Kitchen 1,500 sq. ft. Gift Shop 1,500 sq. ft.
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Floor Plan | Level I Program A. Lobby B. Ticket Sales C. Coat Room D. Gallery’s E. Changing Exhibits F. Auditorium G. Public Space H. Directors Office I. Office J. Conference Room K. Board Room L. Artist market M. Loading Area & Storage N. Restroom O. Gift Shop P. Restaurant Q. Kitchen R. Courtyard
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The main idea for the project was to create a space that celebrates the art and culture of South Carolina. As a volume, the building works with its surroundings, instead of fight against nature; it invites her in, by creating an interior courtyard in the building where the museum guest can walk on top of the water in a wooden platform, under the structure allows the waves from the Charleston beach to enter. This effect helps to naturally cool the building, also creates a unique experience for all the guest by inviting them to submerge in a space full of art and wonder.
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Steel L - Profile 12 mm Fibre Cement Sheet Steel L - Profile Rigid Urethane Insulation Panels 12 mm Fibre Cement Sheet 12 mm Thick insulated panel ceiling Rigid Urethane Insulation Panels 12 mm Thick insulated panel ceiling Aluminium parapet cover 18 mm Multiplex plywood Aluminium parapet cover Travertine cladding panels 18 mm Multiplex plywood Formed Gutter Travertine cladding panels Formed Gutter 30’-0” 30’-0” Structural Glass Curting Wall Structural Glass Curting Wall
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Treated 5/4” x 4” Decking on BLDG Dry-wall Treated 5/4” x 4” Decking on BLDG 2” Rigid insulation Dry-wall 6” Concrete Slab 2” Rigid insulation 2x6 P.T Sill anchored into 6” Concrete Slab Concrete Foundation Wall 2x6 P.T Sill anchored into 12” Concrete Foundation Wall Concrete Foundation Wall with Asphalt Sealant 12” Concrete Foundation Wall 24”x12” Concrete Footing with Asphalt Sealant with 2- #4 rebar 2” from Bottom 24”x12” Concrete Footing Foundation Piles with 2- #4 rebar 2” from Bottom Foundation Piles
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The design for the Charleston Museum of Art and Culture starts with the idea of creating a contemporary art gallery, a model that stands out in all the brick patterns of the city. The central insight behind the division of the floorplan into a separate environment that flows between galleries and open space surrounded by landscape and art. By creating a space that opens up to the public to allow natural light, as the sunset becomes a frame in the back patio that gives a view to the sea. As a proposal, the building invites the citizens of Charleston into a space that intertwines art, nature, and architecture. The museum works as a vessel to deliver art to all the people that visit the museum.
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Intro Principles of design | 4 - 9
Projects The Link A Greenbelt to Art and Education | 10 - 23
The Plug-In Extencion of the City de la mode et du design | 24 - 31
CIMAC Charleston International Museum of Art and Culture | 32 - 55
Competitions Bamboo Re-live
Modular earthquake-resistant housing | 58 - 85
The Fjords
View point of Norway Fjords | 86 - 91
A call of Wisdom
Multiprogram Library | 92 - 103
Contact Info | 104 - 107
BRIGHT LINE GARAGE | Adache Group Architects / 2015
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THESIS | Bamboo Re-Live: A Manual for Earthquake-resistant Housing. 80 m2 Manabi, Ecuador. 2019 Awards SCAD | Chairs thesis award. Competition AZ Awards for Design Excellence. Archistart ATA 2019.
SCAD | Architecture Chair Thesis Award
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Abstract In 2016, Ecuador suffered one of the most catastrophic events recorded in the country, a category 7.8 earthquake hit the coast of Ecuador and destroyed almost all the structures built in the region. In response to the social emergency created as a result of the destruction of most of the buildings, the project proposes to research and create a sustainable and modular structure, with the aim of improving seismic resiling of the communities affected by the earthquake. The guide is intended to be easy to understand and highly practical manual for the construction of a habitable structure. The project seeks that
the
instructions
manual
serve
to
alleviate the recovery processes of displaced families quickly, since the communities could minimize the government’s dependence on their recovery process, building a habitable housing
in
a
safe,
efficient,
durable
and friendly way with the environment.
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Concept As a proposal for the project, the house consists of a modular structure that can be completed in a series of steps, the reason for this is a modular house that can be self-established. Without the help of government institutions or “NGO’s” (non-governmental institutions), the “modular house” is represented in four modules, each module adds a space to the house with the intention that in the end the user or family can pay a full house, but with the help that they do not need to pay for the entire complete house from the beginning, instead, the house can be built at their own pace and add the spaces they need at the time of their convenience. As you can see the image represents the house in “Module VI” where it is composed of six living spaces. Then the module grows and can expand on a bigger structure,
as the house becomes complete
each user can change and acomodates the structure to its needs, each house is expected to be diferent, in this way each family can create their own house with their own style.
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SIT E ANALYS IS | Cl i ma t e a na lysi s
collides with the Pacific Ocean. “The
Highlands”
where
the
Mountain range “The Andes” run
through,
the
rainforest
or the Amazonas jungle, also known as “El Oriente” by the locals at the east and the tropical
island,
comprising
the
the
region
Galápagos
Islands at the west of the SIT E ANALYS IS | S ola r st u d y
country in the Pacific Ocean.
SIT E ANALYS IS | Loc a t i o n ma p
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“The
Nino�
phenomenon
causing
flooding in the zone every four years. Most of its residents find the need to relocate and find new lands where to settle.
E P I C E N T E R | Pedernales, Manibi | Ecuador
However, the country is surrounded by what is called “The
Pacific Belt of Fire”over 40,000 km
(25,000 miles). It has 452 volcanoes and concentrates more than 75% of the active and inactive volcanoes in the world. Around 90% of the world’s earthquakes and 80% of the world’s most massive earthquakes occur along the Belt of Fire, making this region extremely earthquake prone.
Street: Garcia Moreno y Troncal del Pacifico
St re e t : 3 d e Nov i e m b re y Si m o n B o l i va r
S tre e t: Ave. Di re c c i o n Di stri ta l 1 3D1 0
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Problem Only 20% of the structures in the city of Pedernales where able to survive the earthquake. Most of the structures in the area of Perdernales after the earthquake were found in a precarious state or destroid. As is seen in the diagram represent below on the map of the city and the locations of
the
structures
that
present
several
damages along their surface. Based on this graph is very clear that devasting force of this type of natural events. Also, only 20% of the structures were able to survive the seismic event and an incredible 80% of all structures are destroyed. As an estimate, the earthquake left a debt of $3,000 millions of dollars in damages to the region, and the reconstruction is worth $ 3,343.8 million, of which $ 2,253 belongs to the public sector and $ 1,091.5 million for the private sector. Only for emergency loans were allocated $ 490.83 million and $ 1,712.78 million for reconstruction.
The city became the epicenter of the earthquake. Killing more that 614 people and forcing the local population to move to other lands, after having lost their home and whit the need to relocate to a better zone. In addition to the problem, is estimated that the seismic event destroyed more than 69,335 build structures and around 22,015 structures that need to be restored or repaired. 75
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SI T E AN ALYS IS | “ Boa rd ex p la i n i n g t h e c u r re nt si t ua ti o n i n th e c o untry & th e sta te of th e struc ture s” .
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c
c
d
d
The concept of the modular house comes from the dissection of the essential spaces required to create a proper home. Another concept used in the idealization of “Module I� is the counting of bamboo pieces that will be used in the creation of each module. For each room that is added to the structure, a total of 54 pieces of bamboos are required. As a research method, a diagram of the space required for each room represents a block of space need it, since the total of all the spaces total around 80 square meters, this amount of space can accommodate a medium family. Providing that each module is around 20 square meters.
A
Living Space
b
Health Services
c
Share Space
d
A
b
c
d
54 bamboo_Pieces
108 bamboo_Pieces
162 bamboo_Pieces
216 bamboo_Pieces
Additional Space
MODULAR H OUSE | Sp a t i a l re la t i o nshi p
MOD UL AR H OUS E | Us e of m a te ri a l
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Site selection
Create a volume
Add vertical supports
Place horizontal beams & prepare for flood design
Add partitions & ceilling
Vision of the modular house
MO DULAR H OUS E | “Bo a rd ex p la n i n g t h e st e p by ste p, of h ow th e m o d ul a r d we l l c a n b e p ut to g e th e r” .
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Blue Print
As a blueprint for the “Bamboo House Construction Manual”, some iterations of the module were achieved. As the house of the “Four Winds”, its name comes from the orientation of the roof, each of which points to a different orientation.
This
module
came
as
experimentation for the final execution, with the hope of finding a solution to the
problem.
below
is
The
this
module
chapter
presented
demonstrates
the final characteristics that all living structures must carry, such as; the use of the material, the number of adequate spaces for the house, the connections and the adjustments in the structure.
When the
creating factor
the
that
housing the
module,
house
can
always
change
was
established
as
of
main
parameters.
one
the
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Depiction
Ones the problem and the design solutions are apparent, is also essential to understand the culture and the traditions to where these alternatives are going to be implemented and if they will be able to work and function with the culture in which the problem is going to be addressed. For these is vital to understand the vernacular house in the coast of Ecuador and understand how these people used to live before the touch of modern civilization. Being vernacular it means to adapt to a specific region, the need of protection and comfort is crucial in the form and expression of the location; as well the choice of materials is in response to what nature offers.
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SYSTEM S | Modul a r ho u se
Pre cut bamboo flooring
Water collection
Flexible supports
Modular structure
Modular partitions
Pasive wind system
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Empty & Fill The the
fill
freedom
liking, the
and
since
freedom
empty to
place
being to
a
configuration
gives
the
and
windows
modular
organize
these
the walls
structure elements
owner to
gives
his him
personally.
As a module, the floor plan and elevations of the house are organized to be customizable. Since the user can choose the design of the structure and place the windows and walls where they want. In this way, the owner is given a chance to design their home according to their needs and tastes.
As
a
solution
to
the
problem
of
seismic displacement of its people. As the project can
catastrophes in Ecuador and the unnecessary use be presented of the resources presented by the government organization) of Ecuador. I propose the use of bamboo as the project and new solution to the problem, due to its structural the country properties, the characteristics of the region, the
to some “NGO” (non-governmental to validate the viability of the take
the
initiative
to
restore
to a more sustainable solution.
sustainable qualities for the environment and the fact that it is very accessible and abundant in the area, the use of bamboo can create a sense of community and patriotism among its inhabitants. This is how the idea of a modular house, consisting of 324 pieces of bamboo, 7000 US dollars and a family was created. This housing will alleviate the charge created by the earthquake in 2016. With this help families could start with their modular home a new life free of danger. This can be a possibility to solve the Ecuadorian crisis and the
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The fjord’s: A view point into the Norway Fjord’s. View point space suspended from the Mountain. 10 m2 Fjord’s, Norway 2018 Competition Arquideas | Viewpoint of the Fjords.
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From Wald “Forest” + Einsamkeit “Solitude.” “Waldeinsamkeit” = “The feeling of loneliness in the forest.” The proposal for the project “Point of view of the fjords” presents a space that connects the user with the environment. The Norwegian fjords are a natural wonder from their rivers to the mountains that, together with the views, are one of the most emblematic travel
Identification of the ribon
points in the world. Two basic ideas; one, the connection with nature: - “The Wald,” the slopes of the Fjords are one of the most emblematic natural features of Norway, where nature plays a key role, by creating a unique path that sculpts the cliff and connects the point of sight with the mountain. The idea of “solitude” in the “forest” - “The Einsamkeit,” an invisible volume creates a diffusion of any indication in the change of the landscape to connect all the adventurous users with the views of the cliff. Panoramic views\ Points of interest
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1.10 m
1.10 m
Sisters” gives a unique view
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to this natural monument. The 2
glass cube that connects the
in
which
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experience
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unique
1.10 m
at a height of 505 m, offers a
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1.10 m
individual with its surroundings,
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all views open and frame the environment in a transparent structure steel the
supported
frame mountain,
by
a
embedded
in
creating
an
illusion of floating and helps 2.20 m
to experience all the natural
2.90 m
beauties that the Fjords have. 00
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Steel Library: A call to Wisdom. Proposal for a Multiprogram Library. 53,580’ Sq.ft Savannah, Georgia | EU 2015 Competitions (ACSA) | 2014-2015 Steel Competion “Library” Publications 3NTA Magazine | Steel Library “A Call to Wisdom”2016
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EXT E R IOR PER S PECTI V E | St e e l li b ra r y
Concept
The project idea is geared towards the choice of steel construction and mixed materials in response to the building’s historic and load bearing masonry surroundings. The use of modern steel architecture establishes a harmonious balance with the city’s delicate and aging fabric. The city’s unique grid pattern has a direct impact on the formal simplicity and modernity in designing the Public Library for 2020. The building celebrates the innovative use of modern steel in a historic setting. The old city brick is juxtaposed with the steel structure and facade, which relates to the surrounding context effortlessly. The re-purposed gray brick identifies with the history of the city and serves as a backdrop for the contemporary steel building.
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Create volume
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Add a lookout tower
Add additional program and requirements
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5. Amphitheater 05’-0”
6. Pei Ling Gallery 30’-0”
25’-0”
7. Men Restroom 8. Women Restroom
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9. ADA Fire staircase 10. Elevators
20’-0”
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Intro Principles of design | 4 - 9
Projects The Link
A Greenbelt to Art and Education | 10 -23
The Plug-In
Extencion of the City de la mode et du design | 24 - 31
CIMAC
Charleston International Museum of Art and Culture | 32 - 55
Competitions Bamboo Re-live
Modular earthquake-resistant housing | 58 - 85
The Fjords
View point of Norway Fjords | 86 - 91
A call of Wisdom
Multiprogram Library | 92 - 103
Contact Info | 104 - 107
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Every design begins with a Without the right kind of it is impossible to find a
question. questions, solution...
If the HEART does not find a perfect rhyme with the HEAD, then... The idea doesn’t mean anything.
As an architect, I am inspired by nature and the idea of legacy. I want to leave a mark on the world for future generations, especially as an environmentally conscious architect. The natural beauty of the world around me is moving. It is my dream to build minimalistic, modern structures that coincide with the artistic elements found in nature. I feel that sustainable designs change the lives of people, particularly those who lack access to clean water and efficient inexpensive energy. When I encounter a problem, I am energized by the challenge as I search for a solution. This is where I find my motivation for creating minimalistic designs that use only as much material as is needed. Architecture gives us an environment for risk, for thrust, where failing is not an excuse...
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