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This Spring I am graduating from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. I have over a year of professional experience from architecture firms in New York City, Berkeley, California, and Columbus, Ohio. Originally driven by my passion for art as an adolescent, I chose to study architecture to pursue my creative interests. I have a passion for the environment and strong interest in practicing sustainable architecture. Through my collegiate career, I discovered my love for architecture not only lies in the artistic aspects, but the immense impact architecture can have on an individual, a community, and the world. The following are educational, personal, and professional works that I have completed over the last four years. -Sierra Goetz
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Phone: 419-632-4913 Email: sierragoetz7@gmail.com LinkedIn: Sierra Goetz
education
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University of Cincinnati
Handel Architects New York, NY
Lexington High School
Todd Jersey Architecture Berkeley, CA
School of Design, Art, Architecture, and Planning Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Class of 2018 - Dean’s List - Teaching Assistant, Music of The Beatles Fall 2017 - Work displayed at DAAPworks 2014-2016 - Work displayed in the Weston Art Gallery, Spring 2015 Class of 2014 - Diploma with High Honors - National Honor Society
skills Revit, AutoCAD, V-Ray, Rhino, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, Maxwell, Design Builder, Maya, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel Handmade 3D modeling, drafting, sketching, wood working, 3D printing, laser cutting, auto profiling, knowledge of a variety of power tools
interests Sustainability, landscape design, plant specification, drawing, painting, photography, metalworking, knitting and embroidery, musical instruments, variety of outdoor activities
Architectural Intern May to August 2017 - Worked on multiple teams within the firm on projects in the schematics phase and construction phase. - Produced multiple physical models to be presented to clients. - Produced renderings to be presented to the client. - Work primarily done using Revit, Rhino, Maxwell, Photoshop, InDesign, AutoCAD,
Architectural Intern August to December 2016 - Lead and produced the schematic design set for a net-zero,12 unit, multi-family home - Gained experience and knowledge in sustainable design - Gained familiarity with solar panel placement and layout - Assisted the schematic design of the landscape architecture on the site - Work was primarily done using AutoCAD, Revit, InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator.
Chute Gerdeman Columbus, OH
Architectural Intern January to May 2016 - Produced construction documents for a large number of interior retail spaces. - Detailed custom casework and furniture - Developed skills in design communication, retail design knowledge, firm organization, creative problem solving - Work primarily done in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop, and InDesign
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Exploded Axon Illustrating interior programmatic relationship to the exterior and site.
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row house Present Studio, Mid Semester, Spring 2018 Documents Produced using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and SketchUp Located in Covington, Kentucky, the Row House is designed to facilitate a professional rowing team. The building program consisted of an office space, boat storage, boat launch, row tank, training area, and an indoor and outdoor observation deck. Emphasis on mass to ground, water and air were a primary focus in the composition of the building’s massing. Rendering style was intended to illustrate these components in the design.
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Between the Ohio and Licking River lies the rowing facility. Observation faces northeast to view the rowboats gliding out to the Ohio River. Facing north from the observation deck a viewer also receives spectacular views of Cincinnati. Skylights in each one of the building masses allows for cool northern and morning light.
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Space between masses.
Mass to water and air.
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Early work from the semester started with a concrete casted model that included the forms illustrated above. I began thinking of the form as a spatial and experiential condition. The component was later carried out in my final building proposal. Process exploration directly generated the inverse relationship between the building mass, the land, and the water, which is illustrated in the sectional drawing below.
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Perspective on the Water, North Facing
Impactful and direct circulation through the spaces and to the Observation Deck was a main focus. Entry to the building site includes a descent from on top of the levy to below the water level. During one’s promenade from entry to destination, occupants move through forced perspective space while one is transitioned from below water level to high above the water level and into the air. This provides occupants and observers with optimal views in both entry and from the Observation Deck where there are optimal views down onto the water and out towards The Ohio River.
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Housing Matrix Produced in collaboration with the Nest Housing Studio at the University of Cincinnati 2018
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nest housing Present Studio, Mid Semester, Spring 2018 Documents Produced using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and SketchUp For the forth year capstone studio, our studio joined “Nest�, a community redevelopment corporation in Northside, a neighborhood of Cincinnati. As a studio, we created the housing matrix on the left, which formulated a series of components and sets of attributes for our residential housing designs. The matrix on the left is divided into four quadrants. The cross-hairs of these provide the studio with assigned design attributes. Randomly pulling numbers, I was assigned #1 of 17 and was required to integrate these components into my design while maintaining baseline constraints of affordability, sustainability, and visitability.
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SiNGLE pArENT If this constraint is highlighted under the program diagram on the right, this specific programmatic relationship includes views to the outdoor spaces from the living room, kitchen, and parent bedroom. The child’s bedroom is also far from the entrance of the house. iNFiLL SiTE AND NorTH FACiNg If this constraint is highlighted under the program diagram on the right, this specific programmatic relationship includes the footprint being pulled back to allow light and outdoor space on the East or West.
ventilation for passive cooling and porch If this constraint is highlighted under the program diagram on the right, this specific programmatic relationship allowed for stack or cross ventilation. It was necessary to have the ability to have apertures on the South to accommodate natural wind flow. This diagram also included unique outdoor conditions in relationship to the program.
20% - 30% glazing and 500 SF - 1000 SF If this constraint is highlighted under the program diagram on the right, this specific programmatic relationship provided primary spaces with the ability to have glazing on the North.
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ONE STORY
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The combination of diagramming programmatic relationships, and rating them based on how well these relationships met my matrix components, aided me in distilling four programmatic models to work with. These four illustrated all assigned matrix components. In need to distill just one model, I repeated the process of rating which of these models best displayed each constraint by diagramming out their successes and failures. The Component Diagram to the right illustrates this process.
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The single parent component was judged on possible views from living, kitchen, and parent bedroom. Ability to have view outside from all these spaces in order to monitor a child as well as an approaching visitor was a necessity.
The infill and North facing component was judged on the viability and quality of East light.
The ventilation component was judged on the amount of areas where cross and stack ventilation could take place on the South and North cross-section.
The square footage and glazing ratio component was judged on the amount of square footage (assuming the smaller square footage the more affordable) and the opportunity for glazing on North and East.
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relationship and massing while also acquiring the massing that provided the best condition to complete the matrix components. Upon reviewing the plan, sectional, and 3D relationships, I was able to distill the specific conditions that made the matrix components possible. By combining the two top models, I generated my final building proposal.
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Glazing and square footage component was acquired by keeping the square footage at 600 SF and keeping minimal glazing on the South and West faces. The infill component was acquired by pulling the building away from the neighboring building on the East. The ventilation component was acquired by having South facing apertures that would allow for stack ventilation working in conjunction with the light well The single parent component was acquired by breaking up the building footprint to allow for an outdoor play space in which a parent would have many views to from the interior spaces. A semitransparent fence would enclose this outdoor space for site security and containment of a child.
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Sectional Model, East Facing
A physical model for the final building design was completed using bassw minimally detailed to illustrate massing and aperture openings, building r in museum board adds interest to the front facade for a minimal cost rath
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wood, museum board, and concrete-casted base. The model was elationship to site, and interior lighting conditions. The “fence� modeled er than altering the building massing.
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beekman st. market Fall 2017 Documents Produced using Revit, Rhino, V-Ray, AutoCAD, and Photoshop Working directly with community members, leaders, and the non-profit organization, Working in Neighborhoods, this studio focused on improving physical and mental health in South Cumminsville, Ohio. Since community members had no access to fresh produce, my project aimed at providing the neighborhood of South Cumminsville with healthy food options while furthering a sense of community and togetherness. Following the cooperative grocery store model of to-be-built Apple Street Market in Northside, Ohio, Beekman Street Market would operate in conjunction with this business and be entirely community owned and operated.
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BEEKMAN ST. MARKET Logo and potential signage
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Located on the corner of Beekman Street and Dreman Avenue, Beekman St. Market is in the heart of the neighborhood of South Cumminsville. Centrally located and along the highly trafficked Beekman Corridor, local residents have a quick walk, and outside visitors from surrounding neighborhoods have easy access.
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An open floor plan was adapted in order for the layout to be fully customizable in include the grocery, consisting of produce, bakery, dry grocery, frozen deli, and
requested by community members in order to demonstrate healthy recipes and ins store, which connects to outside seating along Dreman Avenue. The second floor
floor roof deck lays the green house, a winter alternative to the present communit The South part of the site includes a children’s play area and the capability to ha Since the Farmer’s Market occurs weekly, a smaller area for street vending is ava
windows, allow for stack ventilation, as a passive strategy for heating and cooling
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placement and movement of grocery displays. Programmatic components fresh meat. A teaching and demonstration area for cooking classes was
spire community gathering. A cafe and coffee bar is located in the back of the of the store includes a balcony with views to the store below. On the second
ty garden. The roof deck is also home to outdoor gardening and rooftop seating. ve a full Farmer’s Market for community members to sell and buy local products. ilable along Beekman for businesses to sell goods daily. South Facing clerestory
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athenaeum Spring 2016 Documents Produced by hand with graphite and watercolor paint. Located in downtown Cincinnati the Athenaeum, accommodates a public library, gallery, and gathering space. My proposal for the Athenaeum was produced through site analysis, and iterating concepts and form. Spatial qualities I aimed to illustrate are forced perspective and stark contrast between the dark, monolithic exterior and light interior conditions. The entrance, wedged between the two heavy, tactile masses, offers a sense of compression and release.
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Flanked by two heavy, masses, the light atrium space is a contrast to the dark exterior. Interior conditions are airy full of natural light to accommodate gallery spaces. The atrium space offers connectivity on the East and West axis. It also provides connection between the flanking massing on the North and South axis on the second and third floor. Parti Diagram
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One enters the lobby, the most public space in the program. As occupants ascend, spaces become more private and quiet. Parts of the program included the central atrium space or entry, a lobby, gallery spaces, library spaces, administration offices, private meeting area and silent library space. Program features an open layout to optimize circulation and provide connectivity between all public spaces.
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Hand-painted and drawn collage studies Watercolor, graphite, and pen.
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by hand 2014 -Present Crafted by hand using various methods and materials The following projects were completed periodically throughout my college career. All were completed by hand using minimal digital alterations. As a hands-on person, I enjoy crafting things and searching for new ways of making. I also have a strong passion for drawing, painting, and collaging using various materials.
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The Body Mantel Fall 2014 Comprised solely of zip ties The Body Mantel was a project to be created from at least 100 of a like object, which would be fastened together using one method. The final project was to be worn on the body at a DAAPwide fashion show. Through material explorations, I discovered black zip ties in large quantities had a light reflecting and spatial quality. They could also be zipped onto one another easily and numerous ways. Using varying lengths of zip ties and layering them one over another, I crafted a large neck-piece that moved freely with the body, but also independently creating a meticulous and distinct form.
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balance block Fall 2014 Crafted with pine and a variety of woodworking tools Above are exploratory models for generation of the Balance Block. This piece wa
explore balancing a construction solely on a 2�x2� stand. In my process I found s methods until settling on one. The block was pine construction. During the makin process, I used a variety of woodworking machinery.
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Collage studies Spring 2015 Images from a variety of sources
In process work, I have used collage to explore new ways of thinking spatially, to show relationship be
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collage process, I often search for color, and texture in the images I use and enjoy the act of using on of me to create a composition.
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Collage studies Spring 2017 Watercolor, graphite, and pen
As a hobby, I have always enjoyed painting. I began combining my enjoyment of collage, painting
over-top of these compositions of with line and fill to further emphasize form and color within the p detailing with graphite or pen, I was able to create compositions that could either be viewed as a
g, and drawing with the collage paint studies above. Painting with watercolor first, I then drew
paintings. I found that by combining the free-moving nature of watercolor, and the intricate linear whole or zoomed into a specific part to reach a totally new composition within itself.
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folly Spring 2015 Crafted in conjunction with a small group of peers. The project required groups of first year architecture students to design and construction a “folly� that was assembled in the Engineering quad at the University of Cincinnati. This construction could be occupied in any way we saw fit. Our construction was built to inspire face-to-face conversation and spark interaction between two individuals.
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The House at Cornell Tech, designed by Handel Architects is one of the most energy efficient buildings in the world.
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handel architects llp. May- August 2017 New York, New York Worked on various project teams During my third and final co-op experience, I had the opportunity to work for the highly acclaimed and award-winning architecture firm, Handel Architects LLP. My time at Handel was spent working with various project teams. My responsibilities ranged from volume calculations for Passive House certification at The House at Cornell Tech (pictured left), constructing physical models for various projects, working on interior design and producing renderings and rendered elevations for a project on West 42nd St. New York, New York. The experience I gained at Handel was invaluable. Working on multiple projects within the firm gave me the opportunity to become well versed in a wide-range of professional experience.
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515 west 42nd street, new york, new york Schematic Interior Design package Maxwell, Rhino, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign
Working in conjunction with the team working on 515 West 42nd Street, we produced several interior desi
building. Our team worked to finalize interior finishes, materials, utilities, casework, and furniture for all am
I helped producing rendered elevations and floor plans for many of the spaces, I also became directly res
compilation of an amenity space called the “Star Bar�. I had the opportunity to not only produce the final d final finish, materials, utilities, and furniture choices in this space. Above is the final and approved interior
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drawings, but also aid in the selection of design submission for the Star Bar.
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515 west 42nd street, new york, new york Schematic Interior Design package Maxwell, Rhino, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign While on the 515 West 42nd team, I aided on the production of many of the schematic drawings. Above are an example of just some of the line work and rendered floor plans and elevations I completed at Handel. Drawing line work varied from Revit, Rhino, and AutoCAD. Rendering of these drawings were completed in Photoshop.
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physical models Completed for various projects Rhino modeling, laser cut on museum board and basswood. Working on various projects at Handel, I completed a few physical models for projects. They were completed working in conjunction with other interns and associates. After completing the 3D models in Rhino, each individual piece was then laser cut.
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Todd Jersey Architecture was responsible for the famous historic preservation and revival of the Richmond Plunge. Photo by Todd Jersey Architecture.
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todd jersey architecture September- December 2016 Berkeley, California Job Captain for project at Niles Blvd. My second co-op was at Todd Jersey Architecture in Berkeley, California. During my time at Todd Jersey, I was responsible for the production of the Entitlement Set of drawings for a multi-family residential home on Niles Blvd. in Fremont, California. As the “Job Captain� for this project, I had the opportunity to get experience in many aspects of the design and production process of an architectural project. Todd Jersey focuses solely on sustainable architecture. While at Todd Jersey, I gained experience in sustainable design and Passive House design and construction. I produced the drawing documents and line work, unit floor plans, and exterior landscape design. Outside of the firm, I communicated and worked directly with the Principal Architect, the clients, the city, and a landscape artist.
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Niles blvd. Fremont, california Schematic “Entitlements� Drawing Package AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign Historical preservation of the neighborhood was a main focus for this project. The facade mimicked the existing architecture within Niles.
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Niles blvd. Fremont, california Schematic “Entitlements� Drawing Package AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign While working on this project, I had the opportunity to detail out the intended landscape design for a rooftop garden area. I worked closely with a landscape artist to specify the plants and fixture design.
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Rendering by Chute Gerdeman. Charles Penzone was one of the many projects I worked on. I produced line-work and design documentation generated from Revit.
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chute gerdeman January- April 2016 Columbus, Ohio Retail Architectural and Interior Design My first co-op was at Chute Gerdeman, a Retail Design firm in Columbus, Ohio. During my time at Chute Gerdeman, I worked with the Architectural Design team on a variety of projects. I gained experience in branding, interior design, and Architectural Documentation. Work was completed in Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe InDesign.
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Rendering by Chute Gerdeman.
book & Bourbon, louisville airport Schematic Drawing Package Generated line-work and design documents from Revit Chute Gerdeman works with many airport retailers across the United States. Book & Bourbon, located in the Louisville airport, was one of the many interior design documentation-drawing packages I worked on. I aided on the 3D Revit model, Design Document drawing package, and material board for this project.
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toy Kingdom, Seoul, south korea Schematic Drawing Package Generated line-work and design documents from Revit, Rhino, and SketchUp
Chute Gerdeman worked directly with the largest retailer in South Korea, Shinsegae, to design Toy Kingd
the Design Documentation in Revit, helping to complete the store layout, fixture arrangement, and ceiling
documentation of the fixtures. I also had the opportunity to sit in on many design meetings related to bra design on this unique space.
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contact Phone: 419-632-4913 Email: sierragoetz7@gmail.com LinkedIn: Sierra Goetz