Portfolio INTERIOR | ARCHITECTURE | DESIGN Selected works 2012-2017
Vy Truong | Graduate:2017
Dear whomever may this apply: I am interested in being a designer at the interior level. Interior Architecture is a quickly increasing need within the Architectural community as well as being an extremely important contributor towards the atmospheric experience of the built condition on a human level. I believe that my extensive experience in the interior and design field makes me an ideal candidate for this position. As a recent graduate of the University of Houston College of Architecture and Design, I have a significant background in architectural design from the interior level to the landscape level. As an Interior Architecture major, I was involved in multiple design built projects as well as winning contest for small construction projects. I am also involved with a seperate student design group called AAVA Designs. Throughout all four years of college, I have been approached for many small projects as well as projects involving rendering work. I am fluent in the language of design as well as business and construction. I would love to bring my acquired skillsets to a position within an interior’s department. These strengths, combined with deep and varied academic, design builds, and construction experience, have prepared me to make a strong and immediate impact within towards the future of Interior Architecture. Sincerely, Vy Truong
I am a hard working, forward, and creative individual who wishes to challenge the static norm. These are a few of my selected academic works. Thank you for your
Resume
B.S. Interior Architecture Graduation Date: May 2017
Objective: To work in a collaborative design environment that allows growth and challenges through the process of design. To also construct dynamic interiors through innovative uses of spatial organization, material selection, and technology in tandem with the standards of the industry.
EDUCATION 832.275.4875 Vy.Truong2@gmail.com 9411 Shelbourne Meadows dr. Houston, TX 77095 Veyonceeeeeeee
12-17: University of Houston (Main Campus) Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture GPA: 3.5
Summer 16: Study Abroad - Europe University of Houston
EXPERIENCES TDECU UH Student Center Interior Design: Spring 2015 - Under Production 3100 INAR Studio - Spring 2016 [Design Build]
Designed and proposed (with team) the interior redesigning of TDECU branch at UH Main Campus Designed and proposed (with team) a modular furniture system to be constructed and distributed throughout TDECU Branches
UH Student Contest Stadium Marker: January 2016-November 2016 University of Houston School-wide student contest Designed a marker which represents student life on campus. Situated outside of TDECU Stadium
Groesbeck, TX Martin Luther King Jr. Community Gardens: Spring 2015 - Under Production Contracted work with the city of Groesbeck, TX
Designed 3 Acres of land donated by Groesbeck Highschool Land to be turned into Martin Luther King Jr. Community Garden and Educational building
ACHIEVEMENTS Design Build Studio - INAR 3501. In Production Student Stadium Commemorative Marker - First Place; Built Groesbeck Texas Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Garden - Under-construction Study Abroad Program - Central Europe
HOBBIES/INTERESTS ARTS: -Sketching -Painting -Photography Singing Tennis
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AutoCAD Revit Rhino
VIETNAMESE
ENGLISH
Sketchup Photoshop Illustrator Grasshopper
REFERENCE Ziad Qureshi- ziad.qureshi@gmail.com
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE UNDERGRADUATE PROFESSOR ARCHITECTURE GRADUATE PROFESSOR
FORWARD HARD WORKING QUICK WITTED FAST LEARNER CREATIVE CHALLENGE THE NORM
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Alan Bruton- apbruton@Central.UH.EDU
Josh Robbins- joshd.robbins@gmail.com
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE UNDERGRADUATE DIRECTOR INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE UNDERGRADUATE PROFESSOR
Academic Work
BACHELOR IN SCIENCE IN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE University of Houston | 2012-2017
Atmospheric Rememberance
Battleship Texas + The San Jacinto Battleground SITE CONDITION
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The dilema of the preexisting site is its A) Disorganizaton & B) Lack of Cohesion. Through research and personal experiences, it is discovered that the success rate of most well known museums, historical sites, and also ship museums are their innovation and also ability to convey the atmospheric sensuality of the site, new or old. Due to its difference in time and industrialization, the two sites have little in common, except for its history with war.
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Battleship Texas + The San Jacinto Battleground DESIGN PROPOSAL PRECEDENT:
Warfare is not only the atmostphere of fear but also unknown, more noticably the existance of shielding clouds of smoke from gunfire. This atmostpheric attribute is recreated here through the use of steel mesh and circulatory archways that guides but also shields. The mesh is inscribed with a triangular pattern that came about through the formation of the three focal points, the battle field, the sanish revival, and also the battleship. These elements try to forumlate a new experience for the visitors and also help encourage interest in its history.
Harmonious Convergence: Spanish Revival Atmospheric Rememberance continuation
Project Type: Purpose: Architect: Instructor:
Interior Architecture Adaptive reuse and revival of Spanish bathroom building Personal Project INAR 2500; Year 2 Ziad Qureshi
The Spanish Revival building that withstood 85 years of turmoil, simply to be transformed into a necessary yet unkept bathroom and hidden behind disorganized, overgrown trees. The buildings beauty and unique qualities are much unseen and underappreaciated. It acts as the appropriate threshold between the historical grounds of the San Jacinto battlefield and the much more modern and industrialized Battleship Texas. The trees exist to shield the view of the large battleship from the battlegrown site however it also distracts from the facade of the important building, which fails to welcome much guests into or beyond its exterior. The facade is beautiful and unique as is therefore the efforts for preservation was much needed and intended in the design process.
Public vs. Private Program
Circulation vs. Density
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Main circulation Secondary Circulation Private entrance
Public--------Semi Public-----Private (due to Cost)-
AS-BUILT CONDITIONS
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Spanish Revival As-Built Elevation
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NEW CONDITIONS Spanish Revival Short Section 0’
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Spanish Revival Short Section 10’
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Symmetry: Preexist vs. New
New: Off-centered external/ symmetrical internal
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MATERIAL PALETTE FLOOR MATERIALS: Dark concrete interiors, marbled flooring breezeway, concrete exterior
Prexisting: Symmetrical
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WALL MATERIALS: steel mesh exterior, preexisting stucco, wood walls for recreationals
AS-BUILT CONDITIONS
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DESIGN CONCEPT AND LAYOUT The As-Built condition of the Spanish Revival building was not pleasant or preserved. Due to its lowly yet extremely demanded program as a measly and uncleaned bathroom, many may have missed the beautiful qualities of this building. The bar-bell shaped building is completely symmetrical on either side of its mass while the main opening/atrium that connects the masses act as a conceptual threshold seperating the two battlesites and helps recreate the atmostphere neccessary to enhance site awareness. Utilizing its positive characteristics, the building is redesigned with the emphasis on the actual threshold and also tries to create the symmetrical division between the two battlesites. The building also has two additions to the side masses that allows space for additional fundraising and revenue generator while also breaking up the symmetry of the building externally and still retaining the balance internally. The programs of memorial leading to ticketed recreations also stands as the symbol of new meets old to adaquetly reiterate the importance and atmostphere of history to the youths of today.
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INHABITING THE INTERSTITIAL
Project Type: Purpose:
Interior Architecture; Design Build Adaptive renovation of TDECU branch within the University of Houston Campus Joint project of UH COAD Interior Architecture department 1
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Although existing within the campus student center since the reconstruction in 2014, the TDECU University branch is almost invisible for student on campus due to it’s terribly hidden location and closed off exterior. In the In-between is a design built project between the Interior Architecture department within the College of Architecture and Design and the TDECU Credit Union to reimagine the space as a more open, inviting, and comfortable for student bankers on campus. The design build consists of a multifunction work space installation and interior proposal in hopes of modernizing the space. The goal of the design was to rethink the way banking is done through design and incourage a much more personal member-teller experience. The installation is a modular design consisting of lounging, work surfaces, storage, and seating. The interior proposal consists of a deconstructed interior, halo lights, privacy curtains, and a backlit media wall.
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Jasmin Carranza, Silvia Celeste, Han Dang, Quan Dang, Nick Janho, Jeannice Macklin, Jamie Newcomb, Ciera Perkins, Logan Scott, Vy Truong
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LIGHTING Halo lighting was designed for the space to articulate the nodes of activity. They are also intended to provide a local spot for visual and acoustic privacy through supporting suspended sheer curtains that may be drawn to user preference.
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DISSOLVE Dissolve is a concept which evolved from the desire to shed TDECU of the rigid, formal environment of traditional banking. The concept is expressed predominately in the execution of the spatial proposal. All surfaces of the bank have been operated on with the intention of exposure. By physically opening up the bank branch, the design hopes to create a perception of transparency and honesty amongst the tellers and bank staff. The desired atmosphere is one that is bright and fluid, allowing easy interactions between staff and students. 2 ft
CEILING By stripping the space of the existing commercial ceiling tiles, we expose the internal systems within the ceiling as well as atmospherically lightening the space.
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FACADE By removing the walls, visibility of the space is heightened. The lack of barrier between the bank and the university center blurs the line between what is bank and what is student territory.
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FLOORING Curent hectic tile flooring in the space is removed, exposing the existing concrete, visually simplifying the space. Edge conditions are remidied where old meets new.
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Main Gathering Space
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Consultation Space Break Room 33.7’
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Consultation Space 10’
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Vault Room
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MEDIA WALL AND ADVERTISING
Drawing from our themes of technology and advertising, we chose to use the back wall in the main gathering space as an opportunity for a media wall. Using the programs, grasshopper and Rhinocerous, we designed a back-lit, perforated metal sheets which attach to the wall to form a graphic that spells out the slogan of TDECU “Be You. Belong.”
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When we dissolved the two main facades of the branch, we dissolved the traditional break room in a sense as well. Three glass enclosed office spaces act as the new primary office, break room, and consultation space. As the current break room is only used for a quarter of the work day by two to three employees, we saw an opportunity to create a new break room and private consultation flex space that can be utilized for more hours of the day.
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Consultation 160 sqft
Break Room/Consultation 133 sqft
EVOLUTION OF COUNTER, TABLE + LOUNGE DESIGN
Counter- Development 1
Counter- Development 2 Raising the height up to 42�
Counter - Development 3 Adjusting the dimensions
Counter - Development 4 Sliding the surface and creating a 4� toe-kick
Counter - Development 5 Creating a stop edge
Counter - Development 6 Beveling to create smooth edges
Table - Development 1 2 pull-out chairs with 2 static tables
Table - Development 2 One whole pull-out table piece
Table - Development 3 2 pull-out tables with storage underneath each seat
Table - Development 4 2 pull-out tables with 2 static seats
Table - Development 5 Cut in 4� toe-kick and bevel the edges
Table - Development 6 Create handles for each table piece
Lounge - Development 1 Lounge - Development 2 Raise up the height to accomodate the requirement
Lounge - Development 3 Adjust the height and create 2 pull-out benches
Lounge - Development 4 1 pull-out bench and 2 small sitting benches
INTERIOR RENDER 1
Lounge - Development 5 Update the connection between pull-out pieces and static ones
Lounge - Development 6 Adjust the connection and create handles
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Moveable Tables
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Counter Pattern 2 Counter 1’s Pattern
Moveable Tables
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Counter Pattern 3 Counter 2’s Pattern
Moveable Tables
Belonging Holder
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Radius 0.75”
54” Radius 3”
Section 2 Section 1 12”
The intended objective of the design build was to create an interactive piece/installation that was easy to replicate while being able to perform multiple functions at once. The pieces were intended to be universal with the idea of being distributed throughout all TDECU branches. The end result comprises of a modular, movable furniture piece which can expand the functions of the object as well at the spatial abilities of the pieces. Each “station” alone provides a new level of efficiency, comfort, and functionality, but once put together can not only heighten efficiency and functionality levels but also promote social interactions. Depending on the configuration of the user, the modular installation can become an inviting community space or a private work zone.
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TECHNICAL DRAWINGS 12”
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LOUNGE ELEVATION
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INTERIOR RENDER 2
Whose House? Coogs House!
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STADIUM STUDENT COMMEMORATIVE MARKER Project Type: Purpose: Architect:
Design Competition Stadium Commemorative Marker AAVA Design Team; Abran Arvizu, Afreen Ali, Alex Bishop, Vy Truong
The Stadium Student Commemorative Marker was a University of Houston-hosted design contest open to all students requesting for a design of a lasting marker to sit outisde of the school’s newly built football stadium. The contest dedicated a specific lot outside of the stadium entrance north and had requirements of 3 feet heigh and 45 feet wide. The intentions of the marker is to represent the student body as best as it can, allowing for an open community space for leisure or a hallmark for graduation photos. The winning design was a cooperative effort amongst members of the AAVA Design Team, Abran Arvizu, Afreen Ali, Alex Bishop, and Vy Truong, which accurately and proudly represents the university. The final design became a bench that immobilized the school’s well-known chant, “Whose House?! Coogs House!”, through the school colors and simplified icon of a football. Back-lit acrylic panels lined the skies with the question “WHOSE HOUSE” while concrete letters spell out “COOGS HOUSE,” welcoming passing students. Since the unveiling of the marker, the marker has not only received an incredible amount of positive feedback, but personal interactions with students have been a regular occurance.
PROJECT 3
CONCRETE CONCRETE WAS CHOSEN FOR THE LETTERING DUE TO ITS THEORETICAL AND PHYSICAL STRENGTHS. BECAUSE OF THE LETTER SIZING, COST WAS ALSO A BIG FACTOR IN CONCRETE BEING THE FINAL MATERIAL CHOICE FOR THE “COOGS HOUSE” LETTERING.
RED STEEL COUGAR RED WAS CHOSEN FOR THE EXTERIOR STEEL FRAME THAT IS TO BORDER AND PROTECT THE HEAVY COOGS HOUSE LETTERING. COUGAR RED NOT ONLY REPRESENT THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON BUT ALSO EVERY STUDENT BODY WHICH INHABITS THE SCHOOL WHICH MAKES PERFECT SENSE FOR THE COUGAR SCARLET RED TO BECOME THE PROTECTIVE FRAMEWORK OF “COOGS HOUSE.”
LED + ACRYLIC LED LIGHTS WERE USED AS BACK-LIGHTING FOR WHITE ACRYLIC MATERIAL THAT SPELLS OUT “WHOSE HOUSE” ATOP THE RED STEEL FRAME, MEANT TO LINE THE SKYS WITH THE OPENING TO THE FAMOUS CHANT.
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HOLLOW STEEL BENCH WITH LED OR FLUOURESCENT STRIP LIGHTING STEEL PLATE INSET 6” CONCRETE LETTERS WITH SMOOTH FINISH FOUNDATION CONCRETE
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STEEL LETTER CUTOUT 0’
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HOLLOW STEEL BENCH WITH CUTOUT LED OR FLUOURESCENT STRIP LIGHTING CONCRETE LETTERS WITH SMOOTH FINISH
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THE DESIGN TEAM
Nexus City
CONNECTIONS OF THE MIND Project Type: Purpose: Architect:
Study Abroad Design Project Future City Design Project Personal Project; Vy Truong
Through the Central Europe Study Abroad Program, a large amount of knowledge was acquire about the formation of central cities and the interactions of it’s people. From historically guided metropolises to contemporary cities entirely rebuilt from war, every city held a story of how the future will unfold. From the collected knowledge through travel, an assignment was given to design and predict the “future city.” For this project, the prediction of the future city assumes that if the human population could access 100% of it’s mental capacity at all times, then they would have the ability to create and project a physical surrounding from their mind. Human beings would be able to control thoughts and movement through mental means, such as telepathy and teleportation, allowing even more time for innovative creations to push forward city development. “The year is 5000. The existing city is densely packed and unchanging. Trading knowledge and creativity for comfort and efficiency, human beings have caused the city in the year 5000 to halt in development indefinitely. In desperate need of progression, the city launches PROJECT: NEXUS, the cloud city of academies and studio-workshops which aims to restore back the mental state of man. The city acquire the connections of man’s mental and physical development through life and starts to form a network of said connections. Slowly this web of connections manifests into physical spaces and eventually, an entire city. As man’s mental state grows, so does the Nexus City. But only those truly capable of the mental challenge can earn citizenship into the Nexus City. So, are you up to the challenge?”
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LEFT BRAIN Left Brain Functions Controlling right side of body Performs task that requires logic Responsible for analytical thoughts and reasoning
Right Brain Functions Controlling left side of body Performs task that requires creativity Responsible for intuition, in-sight, and music awareness
FRONTAL LOBE
MOTOR CORTEX SENSORY LOBE PARIETAL LOBE
OCCIPITAL LOBE
CEREBELLUM TEMPORAL LOBE
PROGRAM LIST
fictions
Right Brained/ Creative Programs
RIGHT BRAIN
Music Cooking Arts Design
Importance • Difficulties
Drama
MASTER PLAN DIAGRAMS:
Left Brained/ Intellectual Programs Science Math Politics
Government
HUMAN CAPABILITIES DIAGRAMS: TELEKINESIS RULES AND REGULATIONS
TELEPORTATION RULES AND REGULATIONS
Can communicate telepathically with eye contact.
Can teleport from one teleporation zone to another as long as it is connected and 200 feet away
10-20 FEET max
100-200 FEET max
History Culture
Importance • Difficulties
Technology Engineering
Language
Middle Brained/ Shared Programs Sports Adventure
POTENTIAL CITY CONNECTIONS:
CENTRAL CONNECTION
CLUSTER CONNECTION
OVERALL CONNECTION
OLD CITY PLAN
OLD CITY ELEVATION 100 MILES
EXISTING CITY RENDER
NEW CITY RENDER
The Scope! At Teufelsberg SENIOR “THESIS” PROJECT Senior Project 2017 Adaptive reuse and Revitalization Personal Project; Vy Truong
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Teufelsberg and Field Station Berlin together make up the unique timeline of Berlin, Germany dating back to World War II. Teufelberg, a man made mountain of rubble, reaching a height of 394 feet, sturdily covers the mysteriously unfinished Nazi military college designed by Hitler’s main Architect, Albert Speer. Atop the unique mountain sits the abandoned Field Station Berlin, an expansive NSA listening tower site once owned and run by the British and American militia during the Cold War. Since its abandonment of primary purpose in 1992, Teufelsberg has cycled through a number of ownership and functional programming, some in effort to continue the function and legacy of the standing buildings and others for ill intent to generate personal revenue. As a result of the historical protection over the buildings making up Field Station Berlin, the site has fallen victim to deterioration over time. Being surrounded by the ever-expanding Gruneswald forest and it’s overpopulation of Wild Boars makes maintaining and preserving the Teufelsberg site quite difficult. Interestingly enough, Teufelsberg has grown to be one of the most desired tourist spots to visit when in Berlin. Its difficult entry and elevated navigation tempted many adventurous tourists and street artists to find themselves trespassing on site and snapping a panoramic view of Berlin or line the walls with graffiti art. Teufelsberg’s unique and extensive history should not be allowed to slowly die out with each new layer of interaction it receives, but deserves a revitalization, one that fits the current functions of the space while still honoring its unparalleled past.
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GEOMETRIC CONNECTION INSTALLATION CONNECTION
AS BUILT ELEVATION CONDITION
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VISUAL ACCESS
SITE ACCESS + PROGRAMMINGS (past + present)
SECONDARY/ SUPPORTING STRUCTURES
MAIN FUNCTION BUILDINGS
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See/Be Seen: NATURE, MAN, SPACE EXPLORING THE AVENUES OF OBSERVATIONS
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The charm of Teufelsberg lies in its perpetual build of historical uniqueness, the collection of ever-changing art “installations”, and its elevated observational qualities. The proposed design intends to utilize all three compelling characteristics in order to heighten its social and global awareness which can bring about preservation efforts. In an effort to preserve the historical anecdote of Teufelsberg in a modern society, the program hopes to include an interactive and educational memorial exhibition. The memorial exhibit also aims to connect to the underground remains of Albert Speer’s mysterious military college and open up the unknown space for changeable installations from artists around the world. The inclusion of city observation and also astronomical observation will hope to positively utilize the extreme height of the site but also play on the quality of “see/be seen” tradition that Teufelsberg is known for. The introduction of a nature center and camping ground will allow for a safer interaction with the vast forest that surrounds the site, while a temporary hostel space can ease the concerns for night hiking down Teufelsberg and allows even more time to be spend on site. A cafe and shop space assists in comfort for guest and financial stability for the commercial site.
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ENVIRONMENTAL AMNESTY CENTER NATURE BUILDING
PROGRAM ISOMETRIC: PRIVATE ENTRANCE SPACE RESEARCH LABS INSTALLATION SPACE
INTERACTIVE NATURE
FIRST FLOOR PLAN RESTROOMS ELEVATORS
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16” PICTURE LIGHT (COMPACT FLUORESCENT)
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CEILING HT 17’-0” A.F.F.
CEILING HT 17’-0” A.F.F.
RECESSED (COMPACT FLUORESCENT)
CEILING HT 17’-6” A.F.F. S
SWITCH
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2-WAY SWITCH
CEILING HT 17’-0” A.F.F. S
FIRST FLOOR R.C.P. 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
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LONGITUDINAL SECTION
The Environmental Amnesty Center or Nature building is dedicated to the observation of nature and how man interacts with nature. The interior has a natural material palette such as wood and limestone. The focal point of the building is the overcasting tree that grows from within, meant as a symbol of currated and controlled interactions with nature. Perforated wood walls allow for easy plant growth as well as rotational installation manipulations. The interior static installation is meant to mimic the feeling of the gruneswald forest which surrounds the sight, filtering bother natural and artificial light from above for a sheltered, overcast atmosphere.
NATURE BUILDING RENDER INTERIOR
HISTORICAL COLLECTION OF MORTAL BEINGS MAN BUILDING
PROGRAM ISOMETRIC:
ENTRANCE TO TEUFELSBERG HISTORICAL TUNNEL AND ALBERT SPEER BUILDING
OPEN CEILING SPACE
MUSEUM / GALLERY SPACE
INSTALLATION
RESTROOMS
ENTRANCE TO TEUFELSBERG HISTORICAL TUNNEL GALLERY/MUSEUM
ELEVATORS STAIRS LOBBY SEMI PUBLIC PUBLIC
FIRST FLOOR PLAN 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
SKY BRIDGE TO ROOFTOP GARDEN
INSTALLATION SPACE
MATERIAL PALETTE:
STORAGE SECOND FLOOR PLAN EXISTING CONCRETE-GRAFFITI WALL
STEEL WALL PANELS
WHITE POLISHED CONCRETE FLOORS
0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
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16” WARM PENDENT (COMPACT FLUORESCENT)
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16” PICTURE LIGHT (COMPACT FLUORESCENT) S
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CEILING HT 40’-0” A.F.F.
RECESSED (COMPACT FLUORESCENT) SMOKED/CARBON DIOXIDE DETECTOR
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CEILING HT 18’-0” A.F.F.
FIRST FLOOR RCP 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
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LONGITUDINAL SECTION 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
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50’
The Human Collectives Museum or Man building is dedicated to the observation of man and how the generations have grown and developed overtime. It is an observation upon ourselves has human beings and how we have impacted change within society and upon earth. The building shares its program with the Teufelsberg historical tunnel, therefore one side is simply dedicated to the grand entrance of the tunnel. The museum of man’s marvels is cladded with industrialized materials such as polished steel walls, concrete, and reflective plastic structures. The atmosphere is brightly lit with artificial lighting from above as a lack of natural light almost intensifies the reflectivity in the material palette, creating an “overly clean� environment to experience and reflect upon. The clean and reflective steel cladded walls of the museum slowly disintegrate as it moves towards the Teufelsberg entrance, leaving behind the history-rich, graffiti-filled, concrete walls of the existing building. The interior static installation is designed to be tall and thin plastic structures that provide shelving and pinning support, while acting as a semi-transparent enclosure for works on display.
MAN BUILDING RENDER INTERIOR
NATIONAL AMATEUR ASTRONOMY CENTER SPACE BUILDING
PROGRAM ISOMETRIC: RESTROOMS
OBSERVATORY
ELEVATORS STAIRS LOBBY SEMI PUBLIC PUBLIC
LOUNGE SPACE
RESEARCH LAB
FIRST FLOOR PLAN 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
RESEARCH LAB AMATURE OBSERVATORY(4) RESEARCH OFFICE
(4)
RESEARCH OFFICE
(4)
AMATURE OBSERVATORY
CONVENTION CENTER
SECOND FLOOR PLAN 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
ASTRONOMER GALLERY OPEN INSTALLATION
ASTRONOMY LEARNING CENTER
THIRD FLOOR PLAN 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
LONGITUDINAL SECTION 0’ 5’ 1’ 10’
20’
50’
The Astronomy Center or Space building is dedicated to the observation of the cosmos and things beyond our knowledge. The building utilizes its height to allow amazing views of Berlin during the day and stunning glymps of the stars at night. The environment of the space is set up to feel a bit out of the ordinary, creating a feeling of the “unknown.� The interior walls are left bare to expose graffiti over concrete while artificial lights stem from behind fabric walls to guide the way without revealing too much of what is coming. The interior static installation piece is set upon the ceiling, catching the lights from the main glass elevator. The use of fabric is meant to filter and blur light, allowing for the light itself to also become a material choice. The juxtaposition of light and dark within the interior space hopes to capture the dance of light and dark that is emited from space.
SPACE BUILDING RENDER INTERIOR
DEBRIS HISTORY: A JOURNEY TO THE PAST
SEATING AREA WITH INFO WALL
EXPLORING THE RICH HISTORY OF TEUFELSBERG AND ITS BUILDINGS.
Nazi Military Training College Built Below
Teufelsberg Formation NSA Field Station from Rubbles Berlin built a top
Currently: Renewed Recreational Abandoned Collection of Programing and Failures Graffiti Art and Artifacts
INFORMATION WALL
INFORMATION WALL INTERACTIVE AREA VISUAL AND REST AREA
Historical Summary Renewed Purpose
PAST HISTORY AND LEGACY
SPATIAL QUALITY OF THE INBETWEEN ; PRESENT STATE
FUTURE RENEWED FUNCTIONS
INTERACTIVE AREA INFORMATION WALL
INFORMATION WALL +
STAIR SYSTEM DISPLAY AND LANDING DESIGN
TIMELINE
DEDICATION PLAQUE INFORMATION WALL
TIMELINE INFO ALTITUDE INFO INFO BOARD DRAWING ON GLASSS
INFORMATION WALL + TIMELINE
The historical tunnel of Teufelsberg is a 394’ deep stair system that allows visitors to relive the histories of Teufelsberg. From the start of the Albert Speer building to the current decrepit state, everything worth knowing about this historically rich site can be found within the tunnel. There are a total of 6 main landings for the 6 main events which has occured while the other small landings carry interesting facts and less historical moments in history. The ride through the main glass elevator allows for views of the surrounding rubble buried deep within the mountain while observing the juxtoposition of modern materiality and technology. The end of the tunnel leads to the Albert Speer building itself, now a rotating installation space, carries art, history, and light for even more exploration opportunities.
SPEER BUILDING RENDER INTERIOR