XAVIER G. MILLS SELECTED WORKS // 2016 - 2018
College Address:
XAVIER G. MILLS
3135 Fort Lincoln Drive NE Washington, D.C. 20018
48millsx@cua.edu (860) 961-9440
Permanent Address:
36 Church Street Groton, CT 06340
EDUCATION:
B.S Architecture / The Catholic University of America Expected graduation May 2019. GPA: 3.52/4.00 The Williams School, New London, CT – graduated June 2015
EXPERIENCE:
Draftsman, Docko Inc., Mystic, CT Summer 2016 – Present. – Worked in waterfront design and engineering office doing AutoCad permit drawings for waterfront design and dock design including plans, elevations, sections, and detail drawings. Worked 40 hours per week to help fund college education. Dock Builder, Gwenmor Marine Contracting Co., Mystic, CT Summer 2015. Worked on barge doing timber framing and construction of docks. Worked with heavy machinery including hydraulics and cranes. Heavy carpentry and demolition. Set Design & Construction, Catholic University of America, Washington, DC. Work Study Fall 2015 – Present. Assisted with construction in the Fall and Spring Semester. Work including but not limited to carpentry, light metal work, electrical repair and maintenance within the Drama Department at the University theatre. Busser, The Mystic Boathouse Restaurant, Mystic, CT Spring/Summer 2013, 2014
ACTIVITIES:
Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Pledge Class President, Academic Excellence Chair, Social Chair, Vice President. Knights of Columbus, Third Degree, 2014-present Boy Scouts of America – 2008-present. Eagle Scout. Order of the Arrow. Relay for Life Captain, 2014, 2016 Spirit of Place design build participant 2017
HONORS:
Eagle Scout, 2013 Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens Award American Legion Boy’s State Delegate 3 Time All-Conference Boy’s Varsity Lacrosse member, 2 time Varsity captain S.A.M.E. Scholarship nominee Connecticut Building Congress Scholarship recipient Catholic University Honors Program, 2015-Present
WORKING:
Significant understanding in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, etc.) Proficient in AutoCad, Sketchup, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign Basic Skills in Rhino, Adobe Photoshop, Autodesk Revit
STRENGTHS:
Problem-solving abilities: common sense, self-starter, strong sense of accountability and/or responsibility. Able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. Customer Service Skills.
TABLE OF CONTENTS//
1. A NEW CLUB FOR ANNAPOLIS
2. ROMAN PAVILION DESIGN
3. FISHERS OF MEN
4. HAND SKETCHES
A NEW CLUB FOR ANNAPOLIS
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This project was to propose a redesigned master plan and yacht club for the waterfront in downtown Annapolis, Maryland. The existing waterfront is lacking in meaningful urban design, leaving the immediate area relatively void of inspiring and inviting architecture. This proposed master plan reinvigorates the downtown area by realigning the boat basin with the existing State House, creating a piazza along the water. Furthermore, the master plan includes the introduction of properly designed commercial and residential buildings lining either side of the historic boat basin affectionately named “ego alley�, and a relocated and redesigned Annapolis Yacht Club. The Yacht Club was designed to be an architectural anchor for Annapolis Harbor, as well as a receiving point for pedestrian traffic along the water. It intelligently seeks to serve its patrons programmatically, while remaining in close proximity to the rest of the public. The vernacular of the club was appropriately considered to fit within the historic Annapolis context. The brick facades are highlighted with large windows and french doors, providing members with outstanding views of the harbor.
PROPOSED SITE PLAN
A NEW CLUB FOR ANNAPOLIS
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ANNAPOLIS YACHT CLUB
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ENTRY ELEVATION
ANNAPOLIS YACHT CLUB
WATERFRONT ELEVATION
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SECTION
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SIDE ELEVATION
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A NEW CLUB FOR ANNAPOLIS
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ROMAN PAVILION DESIGN
This project was completed, start to finish, in an intensive two week design period. The prompt for this project was to create a historical narrative based upon the fictional discovery of an ancient roman artifact, and design a pavilion exhibition space. Artifacts: Ancient Roman fabrics consisting of a toga and leather sandal.
Design Interpretation: Inspired by what we know about the artifacts, the architectural design must celebrate and honor the important fabrics that were discovered. The silk toga and leather sandal paint for us a picture of everyday life for the ancient Romans. Today’s Roman life; drinking, eating, markets, and an investment in social life, is not far removed from their ancient predecessors. A modern architectural interpretation should reflect the aforementioned characteristics of Roman lifestyle through both program and design. This facade and interior design is fresh and minimal to be inviting and bold to passersby. Furthermore, all design choices are to be fully representative of both ancient and current Roman life while remaining intentionally distinctive in order to preserve each historical period’s identity. The program will be divided into two main spaces: First, a fully immersive artifact display below grade with 3D reconstructions of typical Roman clothing. Second, an innovative clothing shop at basement level featuring unique and practical clothing. An exhibit area at ground level concludes the programmatic spaces, serving as a platform for fashion designers to display their prints to the public. Materiality will contain fluidity between contemporary and contextual, with beautiful detailing to highlight all three of the structure’s program.
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ROMAN PAVILION DESIGN
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PARTI ROOF
PAST INTO PRESENT
GROUND FLOOR CUT AND FOLD
CIRCULATION
PROCESS OF FORM
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2. BASEMENT
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ROMAN PAVILION DESIGN
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN
ROMAN PAVILION DESIGN
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BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN
The imposition of a tree sculpture into the pavillion cements the concept of celebrating three distinct time periods; past, present, and future. In this symbolism, there is birth of materials in nature, use within fabrics, and death as those fabrics return to the earth just as the artifacts did.
FISHERS OF MEN
“Spirit of Place” is an international, award-winning design-build program led by architect and author, Travis Price, FAIA. The Summer 2017 project was located in Cong, Ireland and is titled, “Fishers of Men”. The project drew inspiration from both Catholic and Pagan teachings and history in order to express and celebrate the brilliant culture of the ancient village of Cong.
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FISHERS OF MEN
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HAND SKETCHES
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FACADE STUDY OF SANTA MARIA NOVELLA, FLORENCE, ITALY
HAND SKETCHES
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TEMPLE OF THE SCOTTISH RITE, WASHINGTON D.C.