Susie Gomez Landscape Architecture Portfolio | Selected Works

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Professional Profile Energetic emerging professional in landscape architecture with extensive organizational and detail-oriented experience. Strong interpersonal skills, excellent presentation skills, independent research, and networking skills.

Education Master’s Degree Master of Landscape Architecture Utah State University 2015 - 2017 (expected) Bachelor’s Degree Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Washington State University 2011 - 2015

Proficient

Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office Hand-Graphics Adobe InDesign SketchUp Adobe Illustrator AutoCad/Land F/X GIS

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Skills

Graduate Resea Utah State University Strong organizationa independent. Work o research, compiled fi for publication subm deadlines.

Graduate Teach Utah State University Assisted professor an resources to students of projects from the feedback for further

Intern Clallam Conservation Strong organizationa independent. Organi the development of a demonstrate and cla plan for the site.

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Experience

arch Assistant y | August 2015 - current al skills, self-motivation, time management, and on a timeline and independent research skills. Assisted in findings into Excel spreadsheets, and developed graphics missions. Experience with developing graphics on tight

hing Fellow y | August 2016 - December 2016 nd students in completing work. Provided critiques and s. Assisted in assigning, critiquing, and grading a variety beginning to the end of the design process and provided improvement.

n District | May 2016 - August 2016 al skills, self-motivation, time management, and ized meetings with numerous potential stakeholders in a reservoir. Experience with digital and hand graphics to arify ideas of programs to develop a conceptual master

Communities Design Initiative (RCDI) niversity | January 2014 - May 2014 s, self-motivation, time management, and independent. goal-oriented, and independent research skills. Developed sing efficiency and success in interdisciplinary design lients, students, and faculty. Experience with developing rs and power points) on a tight deadline.

Achievements Utah State University *CELA Outstanding Paper of the Year (2016) David Jensen Scholarship Recipient (2016) Outstanding Second Year Graduate Student (2015 - 2016) Graduate Research Assistantship (2015 - 2016) *Sleipness, O., Ryan, K., Krikac, R., & Gomez, S. (2016). Rural Interdisciplinary Service-Learning Projects: Frameworks for Engagement within Regional Rural Development Centers. Landscape Research Record, (5), 181-195.

Washington State University Nomination for Aggie of the Year (2015) Outstanding Senior of Landscape Architecture (2015) Certificate of Appreciation (2015) Keynote Speaker at School of Design + Construction Commencement (2015) Ken Struckmeyer and Marty Lyon Scholarship Recipient (2015) WASLA Student Scholarship (2015) Outstanding Junior of Landscape Architecture (2014)

Logan Canyon Temple Barn Cross Country Pathway Downtown Logan Revitalization Graduate Thesis

[ ] Logan Canyon hides a hidden gem. Two abandoned buildings that surround an existing camping ground house the potential for accompanying a proposed ecological education center.

The two existing buildings would need to be renovated in order to accommodate potential student groups that would stay on site and attend sessions in the proposed ecological education center on site.

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An analysis of the existing plant communities was used to determine what plants could create a native entry garden to the proposed education center since low maintenance and native vegetation was key.

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[ ] The Temple Barn has historical significance to the city of Logan as it used to house the horses while the original occupants of the city would attend their religious services.

The building is currently a historical landmark, however, the existing land is neglected and shows potential for community gathering spaces.

[ ] Utah State University’s Cross Country team brings in a lot of visitors with their meets. These visitors require a significant amount of parking and a clear path to get to their destination.

This pathway is designed with accessibility in mind to create a unique experience getting from the main parking lot down to the future main pathway of the Demonstration Garden.

[ ] With having a narrow site and so many linear feet of ramp to fit into the site, a variety of forms was explored to see what was feasible for the design to include universal access.

[ ] Utah State University’s Cross Country team brings in a lot of visitors with their meets. These visitors require a significant amount of parking and a clear path to get to their destination.

To accomplish the same switchback experience and have landings be the same elevation, extensive grading and spot elevations were calculated.

[ ] With an expected doubling of population in Cache Valley within the next 20 years, the city of Logan approached the Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning department to revitalize the downtown to improve circulation for both pedestrians and vehicles.

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Proposed Downtown

One phenomenon that Logan has is an inversion white drastically lowers air quality. This makes increasing the pedestrian experience and reducing the need for vehicles essential as Cache Valley’s population grows.

Proposed Buildings

An analysis of downtown Logan was explored to see what could be done to meet the unmet needs of the future.

Demolish Buildings

Existing Downtown

Existing Vehicular/Pedestrian Circulation

Proposed Vehicular/Pedestrian Circulation

[ ] To encourage and enhance the pedestrian experience of downtown Logan, three blocks were divided into three needs: the Arts District, Civic District, and Central District.

These districts are connected by a pedestrian promenade running through each area. This created the opportunity for pedestrians to have a pleasant and diverse experience downtown.

Credit: Brett Hoffer

[ ] The Manhattan Project National Historical Park was established in 2015. The park, however, is divided into three units across the United States. This creates a sense of disconnect. After exploring themes to be included for public interpretation, several memorial case studies will be explored. By implementing memorials at these sites, connections can be made.

[ ] Susie Gomez susie.gomez@aggiemail.usu.edu