SineadMacmahon Portfolio 2014 by Sinead MacMahon

SinĂŠad MacMahon B.ARCH

macmahon.sinead@gmail.com +353 87 762 2998

Objective + Intro Architect seeking employment in Dublin, looking to join a creative and exciting firm. I have recently returned to Ireland from New York where I spent over a year working for a boutique architecture firm in Manhattan. I also have knowledge of building regulations + experience working in Ireland. Examples of professional + academic work, along with employment history, software knowledge and personal attributes are included in the following pages. Thank you for reading.

Sinéad MacMahon macmahon.sinead@gmail.com +353 87 762 2998 DOB: 14/07/88

2 Beechwood Cottages, Lower Beechwood Avenure, Ranelagh, Dublin 6

Education

Architecture - New York 2012-2013

SPAN Architecture

Project Manager + Design Architect

Hyatt Hotel/ Extell Development Company, Times Sq, NYC As project architect I took the lead in final design coordination, construction sets and furniture design for this 54 storey hotel development, as well as overseeing this project throughout its final year of construction. During the construction admin. stage, the role involved attending twice weekly site meetings and visits from which I gained invaluable experience in liaising with all parties involved in such a large scale project, as well furthering my on site knowledge on an almost daily basis. 30th St Apartment Design, Park Ave, NYC As the project architect on this 2,300 sq. ft scheme, I worked directly with the firm director and client from the initial design stage through to a complete construction set, having successfully secured planning in September 2013. I was also partially involved in a range of projects from design to construction stage, with the type of work varying from hospitality and commercial to both large and small scale high-end residential developments, all of which have enabled to develop my skills to a level where I am comfortable with designing to a construction level.

Architecture - Ireland Apr - Aug 2012

Smarter Travel, Limerick City

Researcher + Graduate Architect

I was involved in the initial design stage of the mobility project, a collaboration between SAUL + Limerick City Council. The position involved a wide variety of tasks including site research and surveys, organizing community information days and public presentations, design of new infrastructure for the city, and preparation of the Part 8 Planning package for the Corbally River Link. 2011-2012

SAUL; School of Architecture, UL

MacMahon Consulting Engineers, Galway

Draftsperson + Architectural Assistant

Within this small office I was involved in a number of small scale domestic projects. My role involved undertaking site surveys, both CAD and hand drawn drafting and the preparation of planning permission packages for a projects of varying scope and scale.

School of Architecture, University of Limerick Bach. Archiitecture, 2.1 Honors Synopsis of Thesis:

An exploration of the motorway condition in Ireland and a reinterpretation of its connections to place. The body of work focuses on the presence the motorway in rural Ireland, understanding its effects and uncovering the latent opportunities within this complex piece of ground. 2001-2006

Salerno Secondary School, Salthill, Galway Leaving Certificate, June 2006, 7 Honours Junior Certificate, June 2004, 10 Honours

Publications + Exhibitions Nov 2012

AAI Awards 2012 Publication + Awards Exhibition, Lighthouse Cinema, Dublin ‘Landscape with the Passing of Cars’ My thesis received a commendation in the Maurice Craig category

June 2011

Projected, Mapping for Galway City

April 2011

Cois Fharraige

Design + Civic Governance Exhibition, City Hall, Galway Photography Exhibition exploring Ireland’s Coastline, Limerick School of Art and Design

June 2009

Researcher + Teaching Assistant

to Rosemarie Webb, Galway City Senior Architect and SAUL Lecturer As the TA for the Design + Civic Governance module, I was responsible for assisting Rose in all aspects of the course, from editing lectures and critiquing work to coordinating design workshops, research and course work exhibitions. One of the main roles was to manage community sessions and present to community members and various local authorities in Galway, Mayo, Dublin and Limerick. 2010-2011

2006-2011

History + Theory Publication, SAUL Press

‘Fashion of Architecture, Architecture of Fashion’

Achievements

Captained the UL Hockey team for two seasons from 2008 to 2010. I was a core member of the University Varsity team for 5 seasons and also held the treasurer’s position on the club’s committee.

Represented Connaught at Under 18 and 21 Hockey Interprovincials from 2006-2010. Member of SOFA (Society of Architecture) and UL Photography Society, 2010 - 2011. Received a letter from the President of UL for outstanding results for my final year. Finishing amongst the top of my class with a QCA of 3.74 Full, clean drivers license since 2008.

References

Skills Graphic Rep.

Proficient in Vectorworls, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, AfterEffects). Trained to a high standard in AutoCAD, increasing skills in Rhino.

Modelling

Proficient in Sketch Up. Increasing skills in Rhino, Maxwell Render Eager to further skills in Revit + other programmes

Fabrication

Excellent model making skills in card, plaster. Experience with wood working equipment and metal modelling.

Peter Pelsinski Partner, SPAN Architects 11 Broadway New York, NY 10004

Prof. Merritt Bucholz, Head of School, University of Limerick Limerick

Rosemarie Webb, Senior Architect Galway City Council Galway

pete@span-ny.com

mbucholz@bmcea.com

rwebb@galwaycity.ie

“I consider Sinead to be extremely thorough, hard-working, dedicated and interested in every task to hand. I have no doubt that she will make an invaluable contribution to both her profession and society.” Peter Carroll, Director, A2 Architects

pcarroll@a2.ie

EXTERNAL LANDING

EXTERNAL FIRE ESCAPE

ELEVATOR

FREIGHT ELEVATOR FIRE STAIR

STUDY STORAGE

MASTER BEDROOM

ENTRY

LAUNDRY/ EXIT

TERRACE

LIVING 01 KITCHEN

30TH STREET

ENSUITE

BATHROOM 01 LIVING 02 BEDROOM 01

DINING

BATHROOM 02

ROOF BELOW

PROFESSIONAL WORK APARTMENT (RE)DESIGN ROLE; DESIGN ARCHITECT + PROJECT MANAGER STAGE: DESIGN/ DOB FILING/ CONSTRUCTION SET The brief for this project was to transform an existing dark and enclosed apartment layout, to an open and adaptable living space for a small family. The rectangular plan is divided into zones, guided by existing large, concrete beams. The main living space includes a formal living and dining zone, a private study and a custom feature kitchen. The concrete floor steps up to a white pine floor beyond the line of the kitchen, marking the threshold of the private quarters. With the inclusion of 3 full bathrooms within the programme, we developed a utility core within the centre of the plan. The central core arrangement is split by a narrow corridor which connects the main living space to the south facing private zone and garden terrace. The walls of the corridor are composed of blackened steel panels, which conceal bathroom doors and set up a rhythm which runs the length of the apartment. I was responsible for the design and project management, with the scheme receiving a successful grant of permission in September 2013 from the NYC Department of Buildings. The project is currently under construction.

CORRIDOR

1:100 B

SPaN

Living Room/ Play Area October 23, 2013

Clockwise from top; Long Section/ East Wall elevation Play Room, early design sketch Kitchen Sections, A, B, C Custom Kitchen - Detailed Plan Design Render A

SECTION A

SECTION C

SECTION B

The private zone was to remain as open and adaptable as possible. To give the children their own room with natural light, while maintaining the width of the south facade, we developed a custom built bunk bed and double hinged glass door to create a niche-type space with open access to the play room and to the southern light.

To give further example of the scheme’s adaptability, the east face of the master bedroom wall is composed of dark walnut panels which unfold to reveal a projector screen which receives its image from the custom shelving on the east wall of the playroom. Every wall and partition within this project works to its maximum capacity to provide the flexibility required within this 2,300 sq. foot floor plan.

SPaN

Children’s Niche October 23, 2013

Children’s Bed October 23, 2013

Clockwise from top; Children’s Niche sketch Detailed plan of niche composition (contnd. on following sheet) Children’s Niche sketch II Design Render - niche/ corridor Design Render - Playroom/ master bedroom

Clockwise from top left; Corridor integrated lighting detail, ceiling section and plan detail Custom designed light fixture, main living space Children’s pivot window at niche, plan detail Children’s pivot window at niche, section detail Steps to terrace, section detail En-suite pocket door detail Children’s Niche plan detail, (contnd. from previous sheet)

CONCRETE SLAB

UNDERSIDE OF SLAB

UNDERSIDE OF SLAB LED UPLIGHT, TBD

PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE WHITE BRUSHED OAK

BLACKENED STEEL

UNDERSIDE OF SLAB

STEEL BRACKET, PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE

LED UPLIGHT, TBD

ATTACHED TO BEAM

WHITE BRUSHED OAK BLACKENED STEEL STEEL BRACKET, ATTACHED TO BEAM

PAINTED GYP. STEEL HANGER + BRACKET

BLACKENED STEEL

INTEGRATED LIGHTING DETAIL

UNDERSIDE OF EXISTING CONCRETE BEAM

BLACKENED STEEL

CUSTOM LIGHT FIXTURE

UNDERSIDE OF EXISTING CONCRETE BEAM

INTEGRATED DOWN LIGHT BIANO DOMLITTI STONE SLAB, BATHROOM INTERIOR

BIANO DOMLITTI STONE SLAB, BATHROOM INTERIOR

CORRIDOR

CHILDREN'S BUNK

BATHROOM INTEGRATED LIGHTING

PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE

PARTITION + DOOR OUTLINE

BLACKENED STEEL PANEL

STONE TILE PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE

3/4" PLYWOOD SUBSTRATE INTEGRATED LIGHTING

BLACKENED STEEL PANEL BLOCKING AS REQ'D, FOR RAISED FLOOR

INTEGRATED LIGHTING DETAIL

CONCRETE SLAB

UNDERSIDE OF SLAB

POCKET, SLIDING DOOR

CONCRETE SLAB

CORRIDOR/ PLAYROOM

BLACKENED STEEL PANEL

ENSUITE

DROPPED CEILING

3/4" WHITE PINE FLOOR

BLACKENED STEEL PANEL

1/4' REVEAL

UNDERSIDE OF SLAB MASTER BEDROOM

1/4' REVEAL PAINTED GYP.

CHILDREN'S WINDOW

STEEL HANGER + BRACKET INTEGRATED DOWN LIGHT

CORRIDOR/ PLAYROOM

CHILDREN'S BUNK

PAINTED GYP. STEEL HANGER + BRACKET

CHILDREN’S NICHE, PLAN DETAIL

SECTION, SOUTH STEPS

RAISED PLATFORM

DROPPED CEILING

INTEGRATED DOWN LIGHT

SECTION + PLAN, NICHE WINDOW

LOBBY RENDERS + IMAGES

PRIVATE DINING ROOM

CLIENT; HYATT REGENCY/ EXTELL DEVELOPMENT ROLE; ARCHITECT + PROJECT MANAGER STAGE: CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC CORRIDOR

The project, a 54 storey hotel in Times Square. As the interior architect SPaN was responsible for the ground floor lobby, 3,000 sq. foot of meeting rooms and adjacent terrace, a 3,000 sq. foot spa and gym facility, and the 54th floor sky lounge and terrace.

BELL

LUGGAGE ROOM

KICTHEN PANTRY

CONCIERGE

RESTAURANT

ELEVATOR LOBBY

OFFICE

RECEPTION 1

LOBBY

BAR

SERVICE AREA

SERVICE ENTRY

GROUND FLOOR PLAN WEST 45TH ST WEST 45 TH STREET

PROFESSIONAL WORK HYATT TIMES SQUARE

GROSS FLOOR AREA = 9,319 S.F.

Nature, as a concept, is integrated throughout the design to create a serene respite in the densest of urban fabrics. Architectural components embody nature in reimagined forms, and extract its intrinsic productive beauty. Creating an oasis-like experience, a vast skylight in the lobby is layered with a screen of wood baguettes that integrates building systems and allows natural light to filter deep into the space. The recessed entry strengthens the street connection and overlapping zones of restaurant, bar, lounge and lobby encourage public interaction inside.

This complex project was under construction when I joined the design team. As project manager I was responsible for all coordination with contractors, subs, the developer and the base building architect throughout the construction administration stage. I was a core participant in weekly site meetings and visits, oversaw any necessary design changes and gained invaluable experience in managing a project of such a huge scale. As the project architect, I was a member of the design team for all custom pieces which feature in all public areas. SPaN designed a huge number of unique pieces ranging from the lobby sofa, and walnut conference tables to built in seating and custom concrete vanities

INDEPENDENT WALL

TREATMENT ROOM

STAFF AREA

TREATMENT ROOM

LAUNDRY CHUTE

TREATMENT ROOM

STAFF AREA INDEPENDENT WALL

MEETING ROOM

MECHANICAL ROOM

ELEVATOR LOBBY

INDEPENDENT WALL

ELEVATOR LOBBY

UP UP

MECH. ROOM

TREATMENT ROOM

PUBLIC CORRIDOR

RECEPTION AV

TREATMENT ROOM

MEETING ROOM

MEN'S LOCKER ROOM RELAXATION ROOM

PRE-FUNCTION ROOM

GYM STAFF AREA

STEAM ROOM WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM

MANI/PEDI ROOM

OUTDOOR TERRACE

2ND FLOOR - MEETING ROOMS + TERRACE

3RD FLOOR - SPA

4TH FLOOR - GYM + MECHANICAL ROOM

PROFESSIONAL WORK HYATT TIMES SQUARE - BAR 54

KITCHEN PUBLIC WC

PUBLIC WC

LOUNGE

POS

LOUNGE

ROLE; DESIGN ARCHITECT + PROJECT MANAGER STAGE: FINAL DESIGN/ CONSTRUCTION SET + COORDINATION CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION - COMPLETION

PL1

CASH BOX POS

DN. DN.

BAR 1

PL1

ELEVATOR LOBBY

POS

The lights of Times Square encircle the rooftop Sky Lounge, which at 54 storeys high is now the highest rooftop lounge in New York City. A zone of mirrored ceiling panels extends natural light into the space, and a variegated wood ‘trunk’ encompasses the lounge core. The ceiling panels are laser cut with a foliated pattern, creating a stainless steel canopy of leaves at the top of the city, while reflecting the twinkling visage below.

PL1

DN. DN

PL1

SKYBAR

POS

BAR 2

OUTDOOR FIREPLACE

FIREPLACE

POS

SL1

HOST

SOUTH ELEV.

3 NORTH ELEV. A250

PL2

TERRACE

TH 5453RD FLOOR - SKYBAR PLAN FLOOR PLAN

SCALE 1:100

WEST ELEV.

OUTDOOR FIREPLACE

As project manager and architect, I was an integral part of the final design phase of Bar 54 in late 2012. I was responsible for the finalised construction set and all coordination, and oversaw the construction of this floor from beginning to end. This was the last floor to be completed as part of Hyatt’s Times Square development, and was open to the public in February. 2014.

WEST ELEV.

NORTH ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION SCALE 1:100

BAR DESIGN SKETCH

ENTRY DESIGN SKETCH

ENTRY AND BAR AREA - COMPLETED

BOTTOM OF LASER CUT HUNG METAL CEILING PANEL LINEAR DIFUSSER SLOT DRAPERY TRACK, PROVIDE BLOCKING AS REQ'D 5" RIPPLEFOLD, 60% FULLNESS

SOUTH WINDOW WALL

V.I.F

CONCRETE SILL

TYPICAL WINDOW DETAIL 1:25

FINISHED CONCRETE FLOOR

Clockwise from top; West Bar area, custom millwork and bar Custom built in seating, ‘wood trunk’ Outdoor Terrace, custom dining tables Design Render, Final Design Phase 2012 South Facade Window Detail

PROFESSIONAL WORK BAR 54 - FURNITURE DESIGN ROLE; DESIGN ARCHITECT + COORDINATOR STAGE: DESIGN/ COORDINATION, PROTOTYPES/ FABRICATION The design of Bar 54 included many custom pieces ranging from bar stools and cocktail, dining and coffee tables to oversized banquettes and custom chandeliers. Together with the firm partner and interior designer we designed 15+ furniture items for the sky lounge. I was a core participant in the design of each item and was solely responsible for all drawings and coordination with various fabricators.

PLAN 1:25 ARMOIRE GLASS AND METAL DOORS W/ STAINLESS STEEL FRAME IN OPEN POSITION

HINGE DETAIL 1:5 SECTION

BLACKENED STEEL PULL AND FRAME

STAINLESS STEEL SHELF RAIL AND VERTICAL SUPPORT

1/2" CUSTOM GLASS DOOR

FRAME & DOOR DETAIL 1:5

BLACKENED STEEL

1/2' THICK LOW-IRON GLASS SHELVES

WIRE MESH, WELDED TO ANGLE

WIRE MESH

1/2" THICK GLASS DOOR

PURPLE LAMINATE GLASS

2" ANTIQUE MIRROR

1 1/4"

STAINLESS STEEL FRAME W/ CUSTOM GLASS CHANNEL

POLISHED STAINLESS STEEL BACKSPLASH STONE COUNTER TOP BLACKENED METAL CABNIETS, TO BE COORDINATED WITH KITCHEN CONSULTANT

BLACKENED METAL CABINETS

STAINLESS STEEL DOOR FRAME

ELEVATION 1:25

SECTION 1:25

Clockwise from top right; West Bar + Armoire, Design sketch 2012 Armoire Material specifications Armoire Section, in closed position Armoire Elevation, in open position Armoire Plan and Hinge Detail

CONCEPT + DESIGN

FABRICATION DRAWINGS + PROTOTYPE

2'-6"

WALNUT 3/8"

48" x 3" CUT OUT, CENTERED ON TABLE TOP

WALNUT 2"

3/8"

FINSHED PIECE/ INSTALLATION

3/8"

SOLID WALNUT

1/8"

BLACKENED METAL

3'-0"

BLACKENED METAL

3'-0"

WALNUT

1 3/4"

1/8"

BLACKENED STEEL

3/8"

WALNUT, 3/8" PROUD OF BLACKENED METAL 3/8"

Custom Light Fixture, composed of antiqued glass tubes. SPaN Architects 2013 + Alger Trition, Los Angeles, CA

ELEVATION

SECTION

1:20

2'-6"

DETAIL 1:4

1/8" BLACKENED METAL

8'-0"

SOLID WALNUT

1/8" BLACKENED METAL

1 3/4"SOLID WALNUT 1/8" BLACKENED METAL

Free-standing Banquette, leather wrapped. SPaN Architects 2013 + E&J Interiors, New York, NY SECTION/ ELEVATION 1:20 2'-6" 3/8"

WALNUT

1:25

3'-0"

4'-0"

3'-0"

BLACKENED METAL

SOLID WALNUT

BLACKENED METAL

WALNUT, 3/8" PROUD OF BLACKENED METAL

1/8"

PLAN

3/8"

BLACKENED STEEL

Bar Table, Walnut and Blackened Steel surround. SPaN Architects 2013 + Amuneal, Philadelphia, PA

3/8"

1/8"

WALNUT

2'-6"

BLACKENED STEEL

BLACKENED METAL

48" x 3" CUT OUT, CENTERED ON TABLE TOP

3/8"

1:20

2'-6"

ELEVATION

SECTION

1:20

1 3/4"

WALNUT

3/8"

WALNUT

1/8"

8'-0"

DETAIL 1:4

THESIS LANDSCAPE WITH THE PASSING OF CARS A reflection on the motorway in Ireland, uncovering the latent opportunities within this complex piece of ground. Motorways are new to this country and their positive effects cannot be doubted. These connectors however, have come with consequences, both physical and social, suffered by rural landscapes. Motorway construction involves the buying of private land. However the majority of this land lies unused alongside the new road, highlighting the dividing nature of the motorway in place. The project addresses this condition, on the Gort-Crusheen bypass, making a productive landscape for food research from this forgotten land. This new activity working directly off the consequences of motorway construction reconnects the land with its locality, while also providing new experiences for motorway drivers.

The approach to the building, as a passing motorist

The entire length of this land alongside the 22km stretch of motorway is open to the public, creating a new type of countryside parkland which avails of existing roadside pathways and attenuation ponds. The land organisation echoes the existing grain and field pattern, running perpendicular to the local Tubber road. Emphasis is always on the locality and place, with the motorway as a secondary element.

Mapping of the land left alongside the motorway after construction. Attenuation Ponds for motorway drainage, as well as access tracks and the local road network are also mapped

An overlay of the grain of the project, extending beyond the limits of the purchased land. This offers local farmers the opportunity to buy into the research scheme, reconnecting the fragmented landscape.

An elevation of the M18 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;productive vergesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and its Infrastructure Tower

Flatness of the new motorway vs. existing undulating landscape

The original concept for the building was that it should be one point in the landscape where different and users and activities are wrapped up into one point. One static form amongst the different scales of movement. A study of the Irish Tower House developed this further, taking concepts such as its height,strength and form. Stacking and circulation were also main points of focus. After working through the design for the building, the final concept was a stacking of landscapes. The building is almost a cube in its dimensions (31x31x37m), but has no skin. It is a rudimentary building open and exposed to the elements, with the ability to be closed off in certain parts. It acts as trays of landscape stacked above one another. The growing and productivity moves up through the building on the outer edge of each shelf. Some internal spaces can be made on each floor, depending on the programme on each level. Roadside attenuation ponds become a focus for wildlife and nature

Process Models

Ground Floor

Workshop Space

Research Floor with extended SE growing terrace

Research Floor with extended SW growing terrace

Slow Food Restaurant

Administration Floor

Processing and Packaging Area

Rooftop Viewing Terrace

SITE PLAN The tower sits along old stretch of the local Tubber Road. It is raised off the ground, with land allowed to continue underneath. Only the four cores, and the beginning of the external route which wraps around the building touch the ground. A low lying broken and permeable bar sits on the opposite side. These spaces are storage sheds and

classrooms. Changing

rooms, toilets and bicycle parking are opposite the building, while a small shop fronts the bar and meets the car park. Similarly the second bar beside the wetland is made up of storage, a house for the apiary and hostel like accommodation.

YEAR 4 GEORGIAN QUARTER INNfill The brief for this project was to fill a part-vacant plot in Limerickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Georgian Quarter. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic quarter is currently undervalued and underoccupied. The project attempts to physically and socially fill the void in the dormant area. The concept for the scheme is a brick skin which wraps around the extents of the plot, encompassing an internal world of activity and vitality. A blurring of situations and spaces allow encourage a flow and movement up and across the building. The building sits with the existing grain of the ground floor building and extends upwards and to the back. While maintaining the ground floor grain, its function is also kept and enhanced. The site exists as a single storey pub and local shop. The concept is to play on the existing situation and reintroduce the traditional role of the public house, as publican, grocer of local produce, restaurant and inn. The right half of the plot is the anchor of the project. Its three storeys house the shop and feed into all the other spaces up through the building. The left side houses the ground floor public house, the double height restaurant and two storeys of casual accommodation.

A pocket is carved out of the plot to create a first floor garden, allowing light into the centre of the long plot.

First Floor: Double height Restaurant space running the entire length of the plot. The back arm houses the kitchen, service stairs and WC. Second Floor: Shop level three, accommodation and garden terrace Third Floor: Bar of Accommodation, Outdoor Terrace and double-height CafĂŠ Fourth Floor: Second Floor of Accommodation and Roof Terrace

SKILLS - SURVEYING GEORGIAN QUARTER SURVEY, LIMERICK The facade survey is an extensive and detailed drawing of a Georgian street in Limerick’s Historic Quarters. The project was undertaken at the beginning of the second semester of fourth year, ultimately led to a design project on this site.

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Elevation Wickham St. and Fox Bow Backlands. 1:20. Jeremiah Cahill & Naomi Panter

SKILLS - MODEL MAKING

SKILLS - PHOTOGRAPHY

I have extensive experience in model making in various materials ranging from card and plaster to wood and metal, shown bottom left. I believe models are an essential part of the design process. Throughout my thesis year process models were a vital tool in exploring and developing

In this study the physical, social and emotional qualities of the coast were explored. Through the tool of photography, the work is to draw to attention the all-encompassing spatiality of the coastal edge, and the interwoven dynamic of the physical and the social at the meeting

concepts and design, at every stage.

of land and sea.

Leรงa da Palmeira Swimming Baths by Alvaro Siza, explored through card models

Year 4 Metal model of existing site conditions