Seth McWhorter Portfolio

landscape architecture portfolio seth mcwhorter 421 hampton court athens, ga 30605 . sethmcwhorter@gmail.com . 706-207-9153

fowler junction

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milledge residence

coverdell greenspace

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cottages at oglethorpe rolling ridge park

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other works rĂŠsumĂŠ

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fowler junction Centered around a speculative rail station serving a commuter train from Athens, GA to Atlanta, GA, this design for a mixed use community utilizes the rich history of the site, which features abandoned rail depot and industrial complex. The design also employs contextual cues from the surrounding community and its historic street layout and character, seamlessly connecting with the existing urban fabric. A variety of uses are present the site, all of which feature design characteristics that emphasize walkability and increased interaction among residents, creating a community that is livable, functional, and enjoyable.

inspiration sketches

sketchup model

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single family residences

townhomes

park/greenspace

circulation

commercial/ residential

renovated rail station

residential

civic greenspace/plaza

entrance park/greenspace parking

commercial space (loft apartments above)

master plan greenspace infrastructure

civic

commercial commercial

plaza rail station

commercial

structure

enlarged plan

2 pavilion

garden shed

service drive

pool

patio lawn

parking pad

house

formal garden

concept sketches

entry drive

fountain

milledge residence Designed with a focus on functionality without sacrificing aesthetics, the plan for the landscape surround ing this 5500 ft2 house draws inspiration from other Antebellum homes in the area. Located on the historic Milledge Avenue in Athens, GA, the site plan satisfies the client’s needs, such as private parking areas for guests, large entertainment space, pool, private garden, and areas for service and storage.

master plan

2 section view - rear yard

residence

pavilion

patio

pool

lawn

driveway fountain patio

residence

enlarged plan - entry drive

enlarged plan - pool/patio

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entry plaza

coverdell greenspace The design for this site, adjacent to the state-of-the-art Paul D Coverdell Center for Biomedical and Health Sciences, would provide this area of campus with greenspace that it currently lacks. The site is designed for informal student use as well as formal gatherings such as guest speakers and graduation luncheons. The plan features spaces ranging from large plazas conducive to social interaction to smaller, more private areas intended for secluded studying, all intended to serve the large number of students, faculty, and visitors that frequent this space.

lawn

amphitheater

pergola

coverdell center

master plan

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axonometric

sketchup model

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private yard

garage alley entrance

pool

cottages at oglethorpe Given an entire city block, we were asked to develop a plan for an infill housing community that allowed for at least eight homesites, along with a greenspace with amenities to be used by residents.

Through a simple design that utilizes alleys and home design with compact floor plans, the site was able to support sixteen homes and a large central greenspace, while still allowing for private lawns and gardens for each residence. Most importantly, the design takes inspiration from the surrounding urban fabric, essential to infill housing design.

public greenspace

patio alley entrance

master plan

concept sketches

4 section view - streetscape

pool lawn

patio

pavilion

lawn

patio garage

plan - private yards

plan - public greenspace

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ornamental grasses

dog park

covered parking deck lawn

plaza

green roof

playground

boardwalk

boardwalk pond

rolling ridge park

concept sketches

As part of the 9th annual Park Pride design competition, entrants were given a 13.3 acre site and asked to design a park to serve residents within a seven mile radius located in Gwinnett County, Georgia. The site features a 6 acre pond, little to no topography change, and minimal vegetation save for a wooded knoll located on the Southern edge of the tract. Our design is rather ambigous from a financial standpoint, however very func-

master plan

tional and sustainable. The design requirements called for at least 100 parking spaces, so instead of building a traditional parking lot, we decided to incorporate an underground parking structure with a green roof to minimize impervious surfaces and maximize greenspace. The design also features spaces informed by dynamic shapes and lines, creating a park that is visually conducive to action and creativity, while maintaining functionality.

5 perspective sketches

section view

6 other works Shown are selected works from sketchbooks and classes taken while studying abroad in Cortona, Italy. Most works shown are graphite and ink on drawing paper.

Also shown is a reduction woodcut print on Japanese rice paper.

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résumé

seth mcwhorter . 421 hampton court athens, ga 30605 . sethmcwhorter@gmail.com . 706-207-9153

Objective:

Obtain an internship working in the landscape architecture field in which I can gain the skills and knowledge essential in becoming a licensed landscape architect.

Education:

The University of Georgia - College of Environment & Design - Athens, GA Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

Expected Graduation: May 2011 Cumulative GPA: 3.7/4.0 Class Rank: 10/66 The University of Georgia Lamar Dodd School of Art – Cortona, Italy Studies Abroad Cortona, Italy Summer 2009

Involvement & Activities:

BLA Student Advisory Committee, UGA College of Environment & Design -Member - Fall 2008 - Present

-Appointed to committee by faculty

-Met with committee and Dean to discuss matters pertaining to

curriculum, student life, etc.

Kappa Alpha Order -Historian — Spring - Fa ll 2009

-Created and published alumni newsletter

-Maintained correspondence with alumni and parents

-Assisted in organizing philanthropy events Inter-Fraternity Council -Rush Committee Member — Summer 2008

-Coordinated and oversaw rush activities among member fraternities

Academic Honors:

H.O.P.E. Scholarship - Fa ll 2006 - Present Dean’s List - Fall 2008 - Summer 2009 Presidential Scholar - Summer 2009

Kappa Alpha Order Fraternity -Rush Chairman — Summer 2008

-Organized and managed new member recruitment process

-Managed $10,000 budget

Experience:

Computer Skills:

New World Graphics -Receiving and Distributions - Summer 2007

-Assisted in receiving and organization of large t-shirt orders

References:

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-Software: Autodesk AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe

InDesign, Google Sketchup, Microsoft Office Suite -Operating Systems: Microsoft 95-XP, Apple OS X 10

C. William Hopper, III, President and CEO, The National Bank of Georgia

bhopper@tnbg.net • 2234 West Broad Street, Athens, GA, 30606 • 706.316.9872 (O) Dr. Brent M. Crymes, M.D., Ophthalmologist, Keller, Crymes & DeMarco

crymes6@aol.com • 105 Trinity Place, Athens, GA, 30607 • 706.549.9993 (O) Brian LaHaie, Graduate MLA Coordinator, University of Georgia, College of Environment & Design

blahaie@uga.edu • 0101 Denmark Hall, Athens, GA, 30602 • 706.542.4704 (O)

thanks for your time

seth mcwhorter . 421 hampton court athens, ga 30605 . sethmcwhorter@gmail.com . 706-207-9153