JOE
WILLIAMS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
year studio
landscapearchitecture greenroof seniorcapstone urbandesign
denver design district istanbul urban study
capstoneproject constructiondetails design concept detail package
gardendesign
equinox bikepark berkana rehabilitation institute
vedauwoonaturalarea
analysis and design perspectives and sections
discoverypark writtenwork
JOE williams
joewilliams
williams.joe27@gmail.com
skills Adobe Creative Suite AutoCAD Rhinoceros 4.0 SketchUp 8
interests Frolfing
ArcMap and GIS Plant Knowledge
Hiking
Hand-drafting
Skiing
Staff Management
Snowboarding Photography Running Cyclling Craft Beer
Customer Service Public Relations Writing Microsoft Office
303//518//6694
greenroof
intensive growing media
The rooftop balcony of the Behavioral Sciences building offers a great opportunity for a green roof student garden. This study area has great southern SUN exposure and excellent VIEWS of campus and the nearby Rocky Mountains. The architecture of the Behavioral Sciences building is strong enough to support both extensive and intensive green roof pratcies.
extensive system growing grate
faux wood paneling
extensive growing media filter fabric drainage system moisture retention mat insulation root barrier water proofing membrane roof slab
intensive green roof planting
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extensive sedum green roof
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faux wood paneling
16ft
sedums grasses
extensive
steel tables and chairs mirrored divider
Sedum ‘dazzleberry’ Sedum ‘matrona’ Sedum ‘lime zinger’ Miscanthus sinensis ‘zebrinus’
Bellis perennis Bergenia cordiflora Asclepias tuberosa Coreopsis verticillata ‘zagreb’ Ligularia dentata ‘Britt Marie Crawford Nepata ‘Little Titch’ Pulmonaria saccharata ‘Mrs. Moon’ Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ Calamaggrostis x acutiflora ‘Eldorado’
behavioral sciences building rooftop student garden
colorado state university
The balcony is separated into intimate areas with seating and tables. Translucent and reflective glass is placed on top of each planting area to separate the spaces without hindering spectacular views. The flooring of the garden is filled with a sedum grate to take full advantage of insulation, drainage, water storage,
rhino + photoshop
herbaceous perennials and ornamental grasses
intensive 4th year
studio
seniorcapstone JAMAICA BAY
ATLANTIC OCEAN
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TOURISM
4th year
studio
seniorcapstone Aronia prunifolia Purple Chokeberry
Ilex verticillata Winterberry
Juncus arcticus Shore Rush
coastal interdunal marsh/swale Hudsonia tomentosa Hairy Hudsonia
Ammophila breviligulata Beach Grass
Schizachyrium scoparium Little Bluestem
Lechea maritima Seabeach Pinweed
Lathyrus japonicus Beach Pea
Aristida tuberculosa Sea Beach Needlegrass
beachgrass grassland Myrica pensylvanica Northern Bayberry
Prunus maritima Beach Plum
Rosa virginiana Virginia Rose
Oenothera perennis Small Sundrops
Achillea millefolium Yarrow
Artemisia campestris ssp. caudata Tall Wormwood
maritime shrubland layered boardwalk to allow flood water to move into next dune sequence intertidal habitat wavebreaks cause wave to crest and fall
dunes absorb wave energy
subtidal terrain dissipates energy of wave
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vegetated pedestrian and wildlife corridor between homes
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dense housing to connect to urban fabric
vegetated roadway to reduce runoff
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Sea levels are expected to rise
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on Long Island by 2080
CURRENT SEA LEVEL
20YRS
resilient planning
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queens, ny
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Ecologies transition to create new ecosystems and circulation routes
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MIXED USE RETAIL ON PLAZA AND PIER
ECOLOGIC DRAINAGE AND BIOSWALE
retail extends over environment to connect social and natural activ-
HISTORIC BOARDWALK AND BEACH ACCESS
paths lead through landscape and allow access to the ocean
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pier structure improves recreational activity between shops and boardwalk
elevated boardwalk creates a pathway through landscape without damaging ecosystems
balancing cut and fill to create retail allows for deep channel boat access
although the beach has disappeared, the boardwalk keeps tourism in contact with ocean 4th year
studio
urbandesign The Denver Design District is a economically and socially insignificant site south of Downtown Denver. Two stops of the newly implemented light-rail system sit on the eastern edge of the site. The PURPOSE of this design is to encourage use of the mass-transit system, stimulate the economy of Southern Denver, and provide housing for a growing city population.
photoshop
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rhino
denver design district denver, co
public open space - streets - plazas - parks
vehicular circulation - connections to city grid
pedestrian circulation - major streetscape - alleys
rhino
transit connections - elevated thoroughfare
low commercial - restaurants - shops single story - green roof design
mixed-use - commercial - residential - no higher than three stories
mixed-use - commercial - corporate residential - no higher than five stories
4th year
studio
urbandesign
pedestrian boulevard denver design district
rhino + photoshop
The Denver Design District has very limited vehicular traffic and instead provides ample room for pedestrian circulation. Wide bike lanes, sidewalks, and alleyways eliminate the need for automobile traffic and promote the use of the nearby light rail system. All distances between residential, commercial, and transit areas are WALKABLE and easily accessible. The density and mixed socioeconomic classes within this area creates highly diverse streets bustling with pedestrian traffic.
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light-rail plaza denver design district
A key feature of the Denver Design District is the CONNECTION to the city mass transit system. The light-rail connections bring citizens from all over the Denver Metro Area to the city. The ICONIC transit building invites light-rail users into this newly developed area to shop, eat, and enjoy diverse city living.
rhino + photoshop
4th year
studio
urbandesign
view to transit center light-rail plaza
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transit center light-rail plaza
The transit plaza provides many opportunities for movement and connections to the surrounding city. Operating as a major node, all pedestrian traffic comes here to interact and enjoy urban living. The vegetation and seating create comfortable locations to wait for a train, meet with friends, or enjoy a meal.
4th year
studio
1854-1856 - Crimean War and revolts against Ottoman Empire
1845 - The first (woodend) Galata Bridge spans the Golden Horn 1808 - Empire Period of Architecture Beings 1807 - Large part of the city destroyed during reevolt vs Mahmut II 667 BC - Byzantium founded by Greek
546 BC - Byzantium falls to Persians
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203 - Portico and Walls of Septimius Severus are erected
330 - Constantine adds to and finishes Hippodrome
350 - First Stoa Basilica (Basilica Cistern Constructed
408 - Theodosian Walls constructed
532 - Basilica Cistern is constructed under orders of EMperor Justinian
537 - The Hagia Sophia is constructed under orders of EMperor Justinian
922 - Church of the Myrelaion built, later became Bodrum Mosque
1000 - First Chora Church erected
1118 - Church of the Pantokrator, Later became Zeyrek Mosque
1197 - Kalenderhane Mosque
1348 - Galata Tower is built
1437 - Classical Period of Ottoman Architecture begins
1455 - Construction of Grand Bazaar begins 1492 - Master architect Mimar Sinan is born
1460-1478 - Topkai Palace construction and completion
1473 - Chinli Kiosk
1556 - Inaguration of the Suleymaniye Mosque
1616 - Sultan Ahmed Mosque finished
1703 - Classical Period of Ottoman Architecture ends
1854 - First Istanbul stock exchange opens 1700 - PLague wipes out one third of the population
334 BC - Alexander The Great Crosses Dardanelles and Conquers Anatolida
64 BC - Pompeius coptures Byzantium and it becomes a province of the Roman Empire
64bc-867 Roman EMpire
324 - Constantine founds Constantinople and incorporates Byzantium into a new city
330 - Constantine makes Constantinop the capital of the Roman Empire
395 - Roman Empire splits, and Constantinople becomes the center of the Eastern Roman Empire
408 - Emperor Theodosius II expands city walls
867-1025 Macedonian Dynasty
976-1025 - Byzantine Empire reaches its greatest height under Basil II
1054 - The Latin Roman Church and Greek Orthodox Church excommunicate each other
1081-1185 - Comnenus Dynasty
1204-1261 - Fourth Crusade conquers Constantinople beginning Latin Occupa tion
1261 - Michael VIII Palaeologus restores Byzantine Empire after defeating Latins
1261-1453 - Palaeologus Dynasty
1453 - Sultan Faith Memet II conquers Constantinople ending Byzantine Empire
1517 - Selim the Grim captures Cairo and appoints himself Caliph of all Islam
1520-1566 - Reign of Suleyman the Magnificent Ottoman Empire reaches its height
1622 - Janissaries murder Osman II
1699 - The Treaty of Karlowitz marks the beginning of Osman withdrawal from Europe
479 BC - First City Walls constructed
urbandesign
It is important to understand the FABRIC of a city in order to implement a successfull urban design. ISTANBUL is one of the most culturlally and historically rich cities in the world. Studying how it evolved over the centuries gives insight into how cities of the future should function.
1853 - Dolmabahce Palace is completed and made primary palace of Sultanate
1876 - Empire Period of Architecture Ends
1885 - The orient Express pulls into Istanbul
1909 - Central Post Office
1913-1917 - Construction of Istanbul Ferryboat Terminals
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1877 - First Ottoman Parliament
1912 - First Balkan War
1913 - Second Balkan War
1914 - Ottomans join WWI on German side
1919-1922 - British and French troop occupy Istanbul
1919 - Ataturk declared independant Turkey
1920 - Turkish Parliament moves to Ankara
1922 - THe Ottoman Sultanate is abolished ending the Ottoman Empire
1928 - Istanbul becomes official name of the city
year studio
constructiondetails The Morgan Library courtyard is an underutilized space within an energetic university atmosphere. This reconstruction creates an interesting space for studying and socializing. A series of rooms are created by the stepped seating, planters, and fountains located throughout the courtyard. Colorfully lighted pathways lead students to these areas, while vegetation creates INTIMATE nooks throughout. Sensory stimulation creates an ideal atmosphere for a day in the library.
prismacolor
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morgancolorado library courtyard state university, fort collins, co
rhino
rhino + photoshop
3rd year
studio
cdpackage
The primary purpose of this project was to gain exposure to CONSTRUCTION detailing. Full details for site grading, layout, lighting, and planting are provided. All documents were created using AutoCAD.
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year studio
cdpackage
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3rd year
studio
gardendesign
SIDEWALK AND sTOREFRONTS
BEER GARDEN
EQUINOX BREWING CO.
GROUND BIKE
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WALL BIKE
Employee Parking
Cement Paving
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Burnished Bronze Canopy
Stainless Steel Bike Rack
ALLEY
Grain Silo
Seating
equinox bikepark fort collins, co The Equinox Brewery is a Fort Collins business focused on SUSTAINABLE methods of production and distribution. This philosophy led them to transform their parking lot into a bikepark to be enjoyed by the citizens of Fort Collins. This site represents an excellent example of the urban garden.
The concept for this design ties in the major themes within the town of Fort Collins. The INDUSTRIAL materials, combined with Colorado tourism create bronze arches, performing as both bike protection and seating area within the site. The bike racks themselves are made of steel rods and bronze coated harnesses for any cycler to lock up and enjoy Equinox beer.
BURNISHED BRONZE BIKE COVERING
STEEL SUPPORTING ROD
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SITE EASEMENT
BENCH AND CANOPY STRUCTURE
BIKE PARK
BREWERY
SCALE: 1/2”=1’-0”
2nd year
studio
gardendesign The Berkana Rehabilitation Institute is located in Loveland, Colorado and is programmed to be a major medical and research center specific to spinal and neural injuries. Individualized care and a PATIENT INTENSIVE LANDSCAPE are what make Berkana unique to any other clinic. and reduce the “fish-bowl effect,� while a series of terraces create even more rooms within the courtyard for movement or horticultural therapy.
Indoor Activity Area Water Birch
Staghorn Sumac Ramp
Mixed Species Planting Stone Bench
View Terrace
Horticultural Therapy Garden
Walking Rail
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2’
berkana rehabilitation institute loveland, co
VIEW TERRACE
VIEW TERRACE HANDRAIL WALK
HANDRAIL WALK AND TERRACE ACCESS
hand + photoshop
HORTICULTURAL THERARPY BEDS
ROOF GARDEN
INTERIOR COURTYARD
This design promotes sensual stimulation, passive physical rehabilitation, and horticultural therapy to engage patients in an interactive SCALE: 1/4” = 1’ - 0” 4’healing 8’ process. Native plants are incorporated into the rooftop rock garden, while still providing extensive views to the nearby Rocky Mountains. The inner courtyard is surrounded by a series of multi-stem shrubs to increase intimacy.
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2nd year
studio
vedauwoonaturalarea bridge The viewing bridge is located at the northern edge of the original trail area. Currently it is a run down wooden bridge that is in need of constant maintenance. An ephemeral stream runs from the surrounding rock areas through the center of this site.
visitor center Currently as a large blanket of asphalt, the site for the Visitor Center is negatively impacting the surrounding areas with runoff and compaction. There are many VIEWSHEDS and opportunities to explore from this location.
picnic area Vedauwoo Natural Area has many picnicking locations throughout the park within the trail system. This specific site is located underneath a fallen monolith, providing a great backdrop for eating and recreation.
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southern wyoming routt national forest
Bas Releif Bench
Stone Bridge Ephemeral stream vegetation
This bridge is an elevated pathway that brings visitors up to higher viewsheds, allowing them to see down the valley and fully experience the rock formations. A series of boulders are placed as the West edge of the site, forcing this area to become a turnaround and passive recreation area.
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The Visitor Center design is designed to maximize the viewsheds to the surrounding rock features. The iconic architecture opens up to fully view the rocks and sky beyond. REJUVENATION of the surrounding vegetation and soils help to recover this site to its natural glory.
Scale: 1” = 16’ - 0”
The picnic area design embodies the character of the boulder, creating a shaded area to eat and enjoy each other’s company. Shrubs, grasses, and trees are planted to discourage destroying the natural features surrounding the site, and also provide privacy from the passing trail system.
The concept for this design is based on the word Vedauwoo, which is Arapaho for “FROM THE EARTH TO THE SKY.” My designs draw the power of the granite and uplift them towards the heavens.
hand + photoshop 3rd year
studio
bridge
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isitor center
picnic area
hand + photoshop
3rd year
studio
discoverypark
DISCOVERYpark The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery is a innovative new approach to education. This interactive public amenity reaches out to citizens of all ages through ENGAGING exhibits and an interactive landscape. The ground surrounding the building provide room for landscape education, exhibit space, and environmental stewardship.
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northern fort collins
college ave
Outdoor Classroom Gathering Area
HP LP
Bioswale and Recreation Field
Ephemeral Streams
Retention Pond
LP
Amphitheatre
Main Outdoor Exhibit Area and Gallery
Geologic Playground
Viewing Hill
Entry Area HP
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High Point
LP
Low Point
Energy Garden Terraces
Cafe and Beer Garden
Drainage
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Elevated Terrace and Exhibit Area
Compact Car Parking Only
Bike Entry Area
LP
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Fountain
hand + illustrator + photoshop + AutoCAD
2nd year
studio
writtenwork
The Landscape Architecture program at Colorado State University has recently begun writing an editorial entitled land.mark to keep alumnae updated on events, student work, and overall operations of the program. Each issue of this editorial focuses on a current theme in the field of landscape architecture. Water was the main focus of the second issue. I published an article describing an interview I had with an industry leader, Bill Wenk of Wenk Associates, in which we discussed his views on where the industry is headed with water infrastructure, and the importance of water within the designed landscape. My article entitled THE HEROICS OF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE is published along with other student editorials. From this experience I gain knowledge of technical writing within the field of landscape architecture, and was exposed to some amazing viewpoints within the profession.
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published in annual land.mark colorado magazine state university
indesign
4th year
studio
JOE
WILLIAMS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE