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THE INDEX Casa del bailarín Design Year 1 collaboration with Irene Fajardo, Adriana Badía & Mariela Martínez
Haití Design Year 2
Structure 4 project in collaboration with Lorna Mulero & Krizia Padín
The Boutique Hotel Design Year 2 & Structures 4
Mampara Design Year 2
The Light Chapel Design Year 2 collaboration with Frances Ortiz, Irene Fajardo & Jennifer Lozano
SESC República Design Year 3
collaboration with Irene Fajardo
PatH2OtherSide Design Year 4
Delavida Restobar Photography Architectural Models
Resumé
La casa del bailarín Design Year 1 Prof. Humberto Cavallin
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“La casa del bailarín” is a beach house desgined for Joaquín Cortés, a renowned Spanish dancer. Cortés is a clasically trained ballet and flamenco dancer known for his sweeping arm movements and rhythmic feet stomping. The house is buried in the ground where stairs lead users from the street to a boardwalk down at the beach. The stairs divide the house in the two areas: private area C (bathroom, kitchen, bedroom) and public area (dance studio). The roof undergoes an undulating movements in flamenco dance. Above the studio, a "catwalk" balcony hangs overlookB ing the beach's spectacular view. 12
[diagram] 12 positions of a clock face
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Ground Level: Floor Plan
La casa del bailarĂn Design Year 1
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Transversal Section BB
Transversal Section CC
Longitudinal Section DD
Longitudinal Section EE
Haití Design Year 2
Program: Kit of Parts
Prof. Juan Penabad The housing unit is spaced in a way that adequate ventilation, sanitation and comfort is allowed, and contact between households is prevented as well due to tuberculosis epidemic. The proposal is based on “five points of the new architecture”. The fundamental –single family- unit is proposed as an “L” shaped layout, combining six fundamental parts: main linving area incuding the hall and dining area; a kitchen volume set next to an outdoor deck to allow for cooking on the outside; a corner unit to house a master bedroom; the main dormitories module, organized as a sequential repetition of similar rooms; and a service/circulation component for the bathrooms and stairs onto the upper deck. The “L” shape will yield a main courtyard essential to promote the benefits of integration between interior and exterior.
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Understanding the house composition as made out of a kit of parts, allows for the flexibility combination needed to accommodate different family compositions. The resulting units will have a compound profile and volume; so that when combined/grouped with other units (by means of rotating and mirroring the basic unit), the resulting spaces will be formal and defined in order to establish a sense of place and community.
Transformations: Elevation A
Single Family
Extended Family
Elevation B
Section CC Twin Couples
Barracks-Singles
The Boutique Hotel Design Year 2 & Structures 4 Prof. Juan Penabad Prof. Luis Daza
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The “boutique” hotel is located in the high-end, tourist area of Condado. The actual site is a vacant, rectangular lot that takes part in the urban fabric of the exclusive beach sector. An existing ten-story building that is currently abandoned is restored to be used as hotel rooms for guests. The new program is an add-on that compliments the hotel service and ammenities. It includes a gift shop, a lounge/bar, administration area, a restaurant, and three multiuse activity salons. The project corresponds to a design parti of an “open concept” layout made up of a two combining volumes: a U-shaped volume overlapped by an L-bar .
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Second Floor Plan
The Boutique Hotel Design Year 2 & Structures 4
Longitudinal Section
The Boutique Hotel Design Year 2 & Structures 4
South Elevation
East Elevation
The Boutique Hotel
Structure: Reinforced Concrete
Design Year 2 & Structures 4
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The project was further developed in Structures 4 where we had to make a critical analysis of its structure made up of concrete. The idea was to first establish a firm understanding of the behavior of structural concrete, then to develop proficiency in the methods used in current design practice. Computations of the basic mechanics of structural concrete such as shear and torsion were done and provided detailed drawings of various types of structural systems, including slabs , footings, foundations , and others.
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Mampara Design Year 2 Prof. Marisa Oliver Guido Moretti works with the transformation of geometrical figures through the use of optical illusion. As the object rotates in different angles, its perspective changes creating the illusion of more figures and forms than they appear. “Mampara” is a conceptual study of light and shadows with an exploration of surface and form. The model is composed by three independent figures that form one single object. As light hits, “Mampara” creates an exquisite interplay of lights and shadows that vary at every angle. Repetition is a key element to the composition of this surface.
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Mampara Design Year 2
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L-Shape x 4 Front Elevation
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Transversal Section
The Light Chapel Design Year 2 Prof. Marisa Oliver
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of convergence of different types of building: cultural, commercial and residential. The city calls for a secular space capable of emancipating individuals from the quotidian hectic urban realm and providing an introspective place where inner self is enhanced. My intervention is a courtyard building that hangs over a plaza. The urban “light chapel” provides an area where people of any religion, belief, or idea may gather for physical and emotional manifestations allowing a syncretism of rituals. This syncretic experience is enhanced through the use of natural light. Illumination is crucial for meditation, peace for the mind, spiritual tranquility and joy. Every intention of defining spaces in the “celestial diamond” is merged into one that holds the key to freedom of mind and spirit. The project is intended to re-define spatially the dichotomy between profane,mundane and the sacred.
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The triangular site provides a base for a floating diamond which contains the sacred program of the building. Users ascend to a higher spiritual level as they traverse through the building. The building program is distributed from the most profane to the most sacred functions. This program consists of four levels: administrative, educational, meditational and the spiritual, that relate to a main urban plaza. The atrium defines the circulation inside the diamond and allows visibility from the chapel down to the plaza. Each floor contains a program that supports the function of the chapel, working as a vertical transition.
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GROUND LEVEL: Plaza a. herb gardens b. cafĂŠ/restaurant c. reflective pool
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The Light Chapel Design Year 2 The diamond shaped grid covering the main sacred space, is used as a structural space frame that filters direct natural light, creating a celestial experience in the chapel and other levels. Five steel columns are located inside the atrium to provide rigidity to this floating diamond. The diamond is supported by two solid arms of concrete containing a cross bracing steel system. The concrete arms are the most important structural elements in the project for it is the structural system from where the diamond supports itself and presents the connection of both space frames.
North Elevation
Transversal Section
The Light Chapel Design Year 2 The space frame is made out of 3 inch steel pipes with bolted connections that
Detailed Wall Section: connection between concrete arms and space frames
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tions with the floor systems. The floor systems beam to beam along with its metal decks, air ducts, electrical and plumbing systems, and a 4 inch concrete slab. The administrative and educational levels including floor systems have a height Space frame 3” width
Structure #1: I-beams & Open Web Steel Joists Upper cover 3” steel pipes 3.
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Truss System Concrete Lower cover 3” steel pipes
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Structure #2: Space Frame & Concrete Arms
Metal Deck Space Frame 1’ Width
Open Web Steel Joists 18”
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Open Web Steel Joists 24” 4.
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SESC RepĂşblica Design Year 3
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Prof. Ernesto Rodriguez Arq. Marta Moreira
Site
Connectivity
Envelope
City block
A volume inside a volume
Connects diagonally between both streets
Make opening for connection and create interior plaza
Central atrium through connection
Central atrium rotates and opens up as building height increases
Program distribution border atrium
SESC República Design Year 3 SESC (Serviço Social do Comércio) is a non-profit institution in Brazil that promotes culture and good-living to citizens. The idea is to target all age groups in one space where they can enjoy sports, recreation, culture and educational activities. Families and friends have a variety of activities to choose from such as exhibitions, concerts, seminars, debates and workshops. They as well provide other services such as sports facilities, cafeteria and healthcare treatment to its visitors. SESC República is one of many social services of commerce (SESC) located in the heart of the city of Sao Paulo across Placa da Republica, a historical revoltionary square. We proposed a subterranean connection between the nearest metro station to the sport facilities level providing easy acces to subway commuters. The building is a pure cube that contains a theater,restaurant/cafeteria, gym/ gymnastics, dental offices, library/bookstore, spa and many other areas open for temporary uses. The atrium acts as the protagonist of the project. It opens up , shifting as you descend to upper levels looking up to a reflective pool located at the roof.
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SESC República Design Year 3
SESC República is a nine (9) level building: a subterranean level, a ground floor with mezzanine and seven floors designed according to its use.
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SUBTERRANEAN LEVEL - (2) basketball courts - olympic swimming pool - healthcare service SUBTERRANEAN LEVEL - mezzanine - metro connection GROUND LEVEL - shop - exhibition areas - reception GROUND LEVEL - MEZZANINE - perfomance space - cafe/snack bar - lounge area 2ND LEVEL - theater - restaurant 3RD LEVEL - gymnastics area - game room
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4TH LEVEL - internet zone 5TH LEVEL - dance studios - office space 6TH LEVEL - bookstore 7TH LEVEL - library - lecture area - private study rooms 8TH LEVEL - spa - running circuit - gym ROOF LEVEL - swimming pool - sun deck
Longitudinal Section
SESC República Design Year 3 The perforated facade dense stratas: the bustling people, the striking city skyline, and the vast vegetation. The facade is a made up of metal with perforations that vary in size allowing cross-ventilation, light and shadow. The openings alllow user to create an interior/exterior connection with its surroundings.
Envelope: 3 stratas (texture) Program
Facade Continuity with city block
Plaza República Perspective from Plaza República
1 Vegetation
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Frontal Elevation
Warm Weather: Waterfall
PatH2Otherside Design Year 4 Prof. Francisco Rodriguez Prof. Carlos GarcĂa
PatH2Other Side intends to re-imagine the Detroit Superior Bridge as an iconic and dramatic piece that represents a positive ecological impact to the city. In the future, the bridge will solidify connectivity ties with surrounding neighborhoods and the Towpath Trail through public bicycle and pedestrian routes. The lower level of the bridge will be enhanced with water passageways, a market, skatepark, museum, and platforms for sightseeing, walking and sitting. Access to the bridge will be through the existing two entrances and the re-opening of a streetcar exit in West Superior Avenue. A secondary bridge for bicycling and jogging will be added below, acting as a connector for the Towpath Trail towards Ohio City and Canal Basin Park.
Cycle [diagram]
Water Management Cycle [diagram]
overflow
Cuyahoga River
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River Extension Water Pollution Control
PatH2Otherside
Cold Weather: Fog Effect
Design Year 4
towards bridge water pumped
Biopools
Purified water returns to river
Phytodepuration Water Pump System
Biopools
PatH2Otherside Design Year 4
The water quality of the Cuyahoga River will improve through the use of biopools. Therefore, the river is extended along the sides of the bridge to make room for the treatment areas. Biopools are artificial basins filled with aquatic plants located near the edges of the river or on the lower-level bridge as a landscape element. The system is a low maintenance biological treatment free from any chemicals. Phytodepuration occurs when aquatic plants or macrophytes remove pollutants from water through an oxidation depurative system. This design intervention is proposing treated water to return to the Cuyahoga River falling from the edge of the bridge to the body of water as a waterfall during warmer seasons and as fog during colder seasons, creating a sublime experience for the viewer.
Phasing: Connectivity -used for streetcar services between Ohio and Downtown Warehouse District
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-public bicylce and pedestrian transportation to Towpath Trail and surrounding neighborhoods
-closed and abandoned for about 50 years. -Towpath Trail begins to be built
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Biopools: Top View Obstacle Wall
Input from Cuyahoga
Output to River
Rainwater Runoff from site
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PatH2Otherside Design Year 4 MUSEUM
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The lower level of the bridge will be enhanced with water passageways, a market, skatepark, museum, and platforms for sightseeing, walking and sitting. Access to the bridge will be through the existing two entrances and the re-opening of a streetcar exit in West Superior Avenue. A secondary bridge for bicycling and jogging will be added below, acting as a connector for the Towpath Trail towards Ohio City and Canal Basin Park.
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PERFORMANCE
RECREATION
WATER PASSAGE
Towpath Trail Connection
River Extension
Program: Interventions
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Reflection Pool
Concession Stands/Market
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Delavida Restobar Santurce, Puerto Rico Delavida Restobar is located between also known as “Conturce�. It is situated in one of the most cultural and artsy hot spots in town, la Placita de Santurce at Calle Canals. The project is an interior renovation of an existing two-story Spanish colonial hacienda. The challenge was to create a concept that modern twist. The design intent is to provide a rustic atmosphere where wood is given various treatments such as a weathered look, walnut stained color and a monochrome palette.
aged wood texture for bar boxes
main colors
accent colors
light fixture for dining area
polished cement floor
Delavida Restobar Santurce, Puerto Rico The first floor is divided in two main areas: a restaurant in the interior and a lounge/bar in the terrace. Both areas are divided by transparent "wall" where people are able to see inside/outside. The restaurant sits 26 people with vinyl black and white banquettes, off white walls decorated with black and white photography, and an orange cantaloupe acts as an accent color in pillows and other details. A monochrome "woodwall" pattern covers almost an entire wall becoming an iconic piece in the design. The space is dim lit with vintage carnival lights that are hung from side to side. . The bar design is a set of floating lit boxes that serve as a display for the bottles. The interior and exterior bars are a mirror of each other making a "floating effect". The terrace's layout is to create an open space plan that allows for flexibilty and provide different experiences for its clients.
Elevation: Outdoor Bar
Indoor Bar
lounge & banquets made out of wood palettes
First Floor Plan
banquette
dining chairs
Elevation: Woodwall
Photography Architectural Models
The Boutique Hotel: Design Year 2
Photography Architectural Models
The Light Chapel: Design Year 2
Mampara: Design Year 2
Photography Architectural Models
Photography Architectural Models
ŠChemaquetas, Inc. Cooperativa de Seguros Múltiples de Puerto Rico June 2013
VRM Valeria RIVERA Martínez Cond. Paseo Don Juan 1379 Apt. 7BC San Juan, PR 00907
EXPERIENCE FLOORCON
rivera_valeria@hotmail.com
(787)608-1299
SKILLS LANGUAGES November 2013- PRESENT
-CONSULTANT for various residential and commercial
-Spanish (written & orally) -English (written & orally) -Portuguese (basic)
conceptual design drawings for clients and suppliers. DELAVIDA RESTOBAR June 2013 - Nov. 2013
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-FREELANCE DESIGNER in charge of complete renovation of restaurant in Santurce,PR. -In charge of architectural design & documentation, construction materials, and project supervision & management. JORGE DEL RIO ARQUITECTOS, C.S.P January 2013- PRESENT
3D
-DESIGN CONSULTANT for various residential and commercial projects -GRAPHIC DESIGNER for conceptual proposals and presentations for clients -ASSISTANT on architectural drawings, design, 3-D Models and material selection.
CHEMAQUETAS, INC.
-AutoCad -Illustrator & Photoshop -Drawing (charcoal & pencil) -SketchUp -Vray for SketchUp
BASIC Excel, Powerpoint)
January 2012- PRESENT
-MODELMAKER for various institutional, commercial and governmental proposals collaborate on various -INUSTRIAL DESIGN projects such as lamps, signs & tables. -Trained to use woodshop, lasser cutter and other equipment at workshop.
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO-RIO PIEDRAS
May 2013
-Bachelor in Environmental Design -Dean’s List Recognition -Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges (2011-2012)
ESCOLA DA CIDADE-SAO PAULO, BRAZIL
June-July 2012
-Study Abroad Program for summer term References available upon request.
VRM Valeria RIVERA Martínez Cond. Paseo Don Juan 1379 Apt. 7BC San Juan, PR 00907
(787)608-1299
TRAVELING ENEFA -SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
rivera_valeria@hotmail.com
November 2012
ENEFA “Encuentro Nacional de Escuelas y Facultades de Arquitectura” -Invited to participate in conference.
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD-SAO PAULO, BRAZIL
June-July 2012
-Study Abroad Program for summer term in the city of Sao Paulo for a month and visited Brasilia & Rio de Janeiro.
GEORGIA TECH-ATLANTA, GA
January-May 2012
-Presented Final Review on a Joint Studio with Graduate Urbanism students & Prof. Ellen Dunham-Jones.
ELEA-ACAPULCO, MEXICO
October 2010
ELEA “Encuentro Latinoamericano de Estudiantes de Arquitectura -Participated in convention for Latin American Architecture students
HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS -AIAS UPR President -AIAS Vice-President
2012-2013 2011-2012
UNITED STATES GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL -USGBC UPR Founder & President
2011-2012
PROGRAMA DE ESTUDIANTES ORIENTADORES -Student Counselor for 1st Year Students
2011-2012
STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOOL OF ARCHIETCTURE UPR -2nd Year Representative
2010-2011
NATIONAL SOCIETY OF COLLEGIATE SCHOLARS -Member
2009-2011
GOLDEN KEY INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY -Member
2009-2011
References available upon request.
Valeria Rivera MartĂnez University of Puerto Rico School of Architecture
email: rivera_valeria@hotmail.com tel: (787)608-1299