ALANA ARMSTRONG LEED AP, NCIDQ
SEEKING Local, International or District Scale Real Estate Development Opportunities Retail and Commercial or Mixed- use Project Types Feasibility and Market Analysis, Planning or Design + Construction Management EDUCATION Grad Certificate in Real Estate Development, Portland State University, ongoing M. Architecture, University of Oregon, 2009-2011 Franco Americain Studio, L’Ecole d’Architecture La Villette (Paris), 2003-2004 B.S. Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1999-2004
Atlanta, Georgia Paris, France Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon
PROFESSIONAL Real Estate Design Scope Consultant [Real Estate Development], current Sustainable Building Consultant [Real Estate Development], Fall 2010 Sustainable Building Coordinator [Real Estate Development], Summer 2010 Assistant Operations/Assistant Project Manager/Estimator, 6/2009 - 6/2010 Architectural Designer/Project Architect/Interior Designer, 9/2004 - 8/2008 Architectural or Design Internships, Summers 2001 - 2004
Williams & Dame Development - Portland, Oregon Atlantic Investors - Portland, Oregon Atlantic Investors - Panama City, Panama Glen / Mar Construction - Portland, Oregon Collins Cooper Carusi Architects - Atlanta, Georgia Various - Atlanta, Georgia
SKILLSET Design, Project, and Construction Management Client Relations and Presentations Integrated Sustainable Design & Systems Thinking - LEED Gold and Silver Google Earth & ArcGIS Adobe CS Suite/Wordpress & Blogging BIM software (Archicad)/ Sketchup/ CAD
Contact: alanae@gmail.com - 404.822.8816 - http://www.linkedin.com/in/alanaarmstrong
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GRESHAM YARDS
Mixed Use Multifamily Courtyard Housing Winter 2010. Micro-Ecologies Studio Smart building systems creates habitat and supports urban agriculture Project Brief Mixed use multi-family residential development in downtown Gresham. Connections are provided rail commuter transit, pedestrian cooridors, community spaces through a plaza market , on-site brewery, and courtyard gardens. Aspects of solar exposure and water collection and flow were considered to supply areas of gardening for residents while sustaining habitat on-site through building supported measures, both built and living systems.
street perspective
courtyard perspective
Natural Riparian Habitat provide habitat
espalier. apples grapes mutualism
mutualism hedgerows greywater collection rainwater collection raised planter beds greywater wetlands
rainwater cistern
holistic development thinking
BUILDING SYSTEMS: Design supports Placemaking & Habitat
facade screen system supports habitat
section through habitat corridors: courtyard to constructed wetland
BIOCLIMATIC DESIGN & CONSULTING Sustainable Tropical Design & Passive Design for hot-humid Panama Fall 2010. Consulting for Kalu Yala Natural Design Guidelines and Vision Planning of Base Camp
prepared by Alana Armstrong 09.15.2010 ! ! The following report compiles research and analysis gathered on building systems during the Summer of 2010 to establish a baseline of design guidelines for Kalu Yala. All relevant sustainable building systems and opportunities are analyzed per current presence in Panama, Kalu Yala field work and site analysis, evaluation of optimal solutions whether for social, environmental, economical, and human comfort, and current observation of Panamanian labor markets and existing quality of craft. ! The main goal is to reiterate principles of sustainable building are valuable given the practicality and economic feasibility. Many of the basic principles applicable to Kalu Yala are based on centuries of design which many modern architects and engineers do not operate or design by today: ! ! ! !
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Many of these design principles can be achieved through the following strategies:
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1. Bioclimatic response & Passive Design Strategies: ! - Compiling site analysis - Site optimization - Orientation (solar & wind) - Human comfort optimization 2. Site Specific Resource Management - Documenting site specific building resources"for infrastructure 3. Sustainable Building Systems Engineering ! -Ideal considering stock, cost, value and payback. 4. Sourcing experience and craft or training the proper skillset for labor practices
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Main recommendations to Kalu Yala are:
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1. To evaluate and identify optimal materials and conduct a feasibility study documenting cost and implementation 2. To continue to expand on this baseline of design guidelines to further outline and develop the holistic design of Kalu Yala within all aspects: land planning, resource management, infrastructure, transit, urbanism, architecture, agriculture, and tourism. [see Exhibit A]
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Optimize Site Potential Optimize Energy Use Enhance Indoor Environmental Quality (Human comfort) Optimize Operational and Maintenance practices
! Note: This report has been assembled with “duty of care” but is structured to provide a baseline of design direction to further assess site-specific resources and a design response both for urban studies, land planning and architecture. This report does not detail nor direct the fundamental aspects of structural integrity with proper cladding and wall cavity detailing for waterproofing, insulation, or moisture management which are essential to building in the tropics. Further research must be implemented within these areas of structure, insulation and mechanical systems for proper building enclosures in Panama.!
TABLE OF CONTENTS Site Analysis A. Location B. Site History C. Site Context 1. Topography/Geotechnical/Soil profiles 2. Drainage/Watersheds 3. Natural Resources to harvest/preserve 4. Climate/Weather/Wind/Solar Paths! 5. Natural Boundaries 6. Natural Vegetation/Microclimates 7. Features/Views! 8. Existing Access/Infrastructure II. Building Design Guidelines A. Design Objectives: Vision & Principals B. Sustainability Principles 1. Overall Bioclimatic Design Strategies 2. Specific Passive Design Strategies 3. Site Specific Resource Management for Building Practices 4. Storm water Management for Building Practices 5. Sustainable Construction Systems Engineering C. Site Infrastructure Construction 1. Stormwater Management 2. Roads 3. Utilities 4. Sanitation/Sewer D. Building Typology 1. Use 2. Building Construction Typology 3. Specifics E. Optimal Construction Systems 1. Bamboo 2. Native Hardwoods 3. Earthbuilding a) Adobe b) Cob c) Pise de Terre/Rammed Earth d) Quincha e) Earthbag 4. Stone 5. Palmas & Thatch F. Ideal Construction Details for the tropics 1. Floor 2. Wall 3. Ceiling G. Ideal Finishes H. Design Specifications III. Appendix IV. Works Cited I.
PROJECT SCOPE DEVELOPMENT Site Planning/Project Development/Development Costs Summer 2011. Contracting for Williams & Dame Development Project Coordination/Program Analysis/Proforma
DESIGN CONCEPT & DEVELOPMENT
TYPICAL TOWER FLOOR OF PROTOTYPE CONSIDERED
This brand hotel is the well established in Europe, Asia and Africa. Currently, in the United States, only 1 built brand exists for this hotel corporation with 1 other location on the design boards. To initiate the design schematics, the typical floor plan layout was considered as a conceptual start but formulated to fit the site area. Design and development analysis continued into program calculations and evaluations based on an 80% ratio of the original prototype and FAR transfer allowed for the Los Angeles site proposal. The podium design was driven by site context and parking allowance considering the courtyard approach. Building approach and relating functions drove the program layout within the podium. Napkin Sketch Program Run by Floor 4-18 = 13,000 GR 3 = 18,000 GR + 5k Pool/Fitness 2 = 25,000 Meeting 1 = 25,000 Lobby/Restaurant/BOH P1 = 25,000 Parking/BOH P2 = 25,000 Parking -------------------------------------------------- 313,000 GSF
TOWER ADJUSTED TO SITE DIMENSIONS
FAR Analysis based on prototype considering IDS site
Program Analysis based on 80% reduction
MOA GSF
IBS GSF
Public Space Summary
61,046
48,837
BOH Summary with exclusions (MEP)
21,106
16,885
Public & BOH Circulation with exclusions
20,441
16,353
Guestroom Floors with exclusions
246,269
197,015
Total GSF of Program
365,029
279,090
SF for FAR exclusions
6,481
5,185
2%
2%
348,862
279,090
MOA Program GSF
LA Program GSF
LA Total GSF
23,436 21,698
17,358
13,020 21,698
26,538
21,230
26,538
26,197
20,958
26,197
FAR exclusions percentage GSF of program with exclusions
Initial Program Analysis based on prototype considering IDS site
Penthouse Floor
Site Constraints
13 4-Module Concierge Lounge 1,624
(2) Mod Suite Typ Floors: 25 Guestrms (2 Jr Stes, 9 K, 14 QQ) Third Floor Pool/WP/Toilets/Pool Mech/Pool Stor. 4,216 Exercise 1,716 Spa & Spa Storage 3,689 Dirty Linen 255 Clean Linen/Housekeeping 1,892 Junior Ballroom 4,361 2, 4 Prefunction 1,868) 2, 4 Meeting Rooms 2,397 2, 4 Board Rooms/PDRs 830 Public Restrooms 474
Second Floor
Main Ballroom 10,180 Prefunction (7,467 Meeting Rooms (3,205 Board Rooms/PDRs (1,071 Public Restrooms (2,183 2 Employee Lockers & Dining 2,432
Ground Floor
Entry Lobby/Vestibule 4,399 Main Lobby (and Front Desk) 5,295 Bar/Restaurant 5,606 Sundries 109 Coats 356 Public Restrooms (474) Front OfďŹ ce (PBX/Work/Res./G.S. Mgr 691 Administration/BOH 3,733 Human Resources 507 Luggage Storage 392 Kitchen/Food Storage 3,823 Maintenance/Engineering 812
26,250
PLANNING METHODS & METRICS
Research conducted for PSU: Portland’s Pilot Program of Ecodistricts Fall 2010. Environmental Land Planning Methods Methodology and Measurement of Performance for Sustainable District Planning
ABSTRACT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A methodology proposed for Materials Management, one of the nine performance areas of an Ecodistrict. Both waste streams are considered: construction materials waste and post-occupancy consumer waste. This next step for implementation of Ecodistricts programs builds upon current studies published on identified goals and targets and proposes applied strategies to track progress and assess initial goals.
Portland Oregon Sustainability Institute (PoSI) characterizes the EcoDistricts Initiative as, “a comprehensive strategy to accelerate sustainable development at the neighborhood scale by integrating building and infrastructure projects with community and individual action.” A collective undertaking, currently led by PoSI, is formulating the ideas, qualities, and workings of an EcoDistrict. PoSI has identified nine performance areas within an EcoDistrict: equitable development, placemaking, social cohesion, air quality and carbon, energy, access and mobility, water, habitat and ecosystem function, and materials management. Each of these performance areas are to be assessed individually but work together in unison within the district. POSI’s current action plan has identified goals and targets within each of these areas. Currently underway, the next step is to create applied strategies to later track progress and assess initial goals while moving towards launching the EcoDistrict Pilot Programs.
Collection of data Establish baseline conditions Interventions applied Metrics via data sources Analysis applied
LITERATURE REVIEW & INTERVIEWS
Portland Sustainability Institute Reports via Oregon DEQ Reports via EPA Waste NAHB Research Center Biocycle Shawn Wood, City of Portland Oregon Metro
For this study, the research team identified one of the nine performance areas: materials management, where metrics were the least developed. Materials management includes materials and waste associated with a building’s life cycle, including initial construction, postoccupancy waste, and improvements or demolition. This report proposes suggested methods to apply metrics with supporting data sources, and in some cases, offers recommendations which support currently identified goals and targets.
The methodology proposed for materials management is designed for integration within other performance areas in terms of suggested strategies with limited recommendations, data collection, and analysis applied, despite this report only considering one performance area. The research questions identified are based on a mixture of literature reviews, interviews, current industry or regulating practices, and existing supporting infrastructure to further PoSI’s objectives to establish EcoDistricts. The district scale, illustrated by the EcoDistrict idea, guides all of the methods and strategies proposed in this report. The district scale allows for data collection at multiple scales, whether blocks, lots, or households with supporting strategies while reflecting unique characteristics present to each district. While specific strategies will vary district to district based on various factors such as size, scale, and mix of land-use and resources, the methodologies suggested within this report are general enough to remain broadly applicable to all current EcoDistrict Pilot Programs.
graphic courtesy of Mithun
Figure 1: EcoDistrict Materials Management Flow Blue arrows represent materials entering the district. Green category boxes represent various pathways materials might travel while in the district. Gold arrows show desirable means by which materials might be reclaimed to reduce resource extraction. The farthest right column represents the general process by which materials exit the district or is reclaimed or recovered. Figures represent waste flows from the Portland Metro area, displaying waste flows "as is" (Office of Sustainable Development).
Figure 2: EcoDistrict Construction Waste Flow Blue arrows represent building waste entering the EcoDistrict. Green category boxes represent various pathways building waste might take. Gold arrows show desirable means by which construction waste might be reclaimed to reduce resource demand, embodied energy, and GHG. The farthest right column represents the general process by which building materials exits the district or is reclaimed. Red exit processes are generally undesirable, while green exit processes and gold reclamation processes are in line with EcoDistrict Goals and inform recommended strategies.
DESIGN PRACTICE
Collins Cooper Carusi Architects 2006-2007. Summit Family YMCA (Metro Atlanta YMCA) Newnan, Georgia Interior Architecture Client Presentation 3D Rendering Conceptualization with Project Renderer Interior Architecture Documents Interiors Palette: Color selection/Materials coordination Interior Construction Administration & Submittal Review LEED correspondence
DESIGN CONCEPTS/ APPLICATION
exterior approach
ceilings
porcelain tile
mdf wall panels reception desk
walk off mat
storefront glazing
LOBBY PALETTE
Inspirational concept images
Pre-Teens/ Teens/ Babysitting
walk off tile
Gym/Running
Administration/ Office
full paint palette
locker room finishes
“wave” pool tile
Wellness
cedar siding
NATATORIUM/ LOCKER ROOMS PALETTE
YMCA PROGRAM PALETTE
DESIGN CONCEPTS/ APPLICATION
View at Main Entrance by 3D Project Renderer
View at bottom of Stairs by 3D Project Renderer
Interior Lobby Views
MATERIAL COORDINATION/ APPLICATION
Toddlers Pre-teens/Teens Lobby
Gym
Natatorium Lockers
First Floor Finish Plan
Admin
lobby/ teen center
Aerobics
Running Track Wellness
Natatorium Below
Second Floor Finish Plan
natatorium