RESIDENTIAL:
ANDREW FETZER Fetzeraj@muohio.edu MIAMI UNIVERSITY 2012
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WATER TOWER RESIDENCE
Virginia Woolf, “Three levels of knowing”
CLIFTON, OHIO
“A design problem is not something to be overcome, but an opportunity to be embraced. The best design solutions do not make a problem go away, but accept them.
This shell developed through the geometric forms of the existing decomissioned water tower
This residential complex contains a wide variety of living closures with a total square area of over 17,000 sq ft, composed of 10 dwelling units. Additionally a roof garden located on top allows the residents to enjoy the great views while enriching the community. Due to the vast size and robust structure of this water tower, it is important to adhere and respond to the needs of the people by encouraging a diverse community within the city of portland.
ROOF PROCESS
APARTMENT RENDERING
TANK DETAIL
WALL DETAIL
The existing tank is utilized to collect natural rainfall. The water would then seep through the dirt acting as both an entity that would purify the water and fertilize the soil.
A residence is a place where one can feel at peace, safe, and welcomed. This project aims to provide the upmost tranquility while still allowing the inhabitants the ability to feel connected with their family, friends, and community.
CLIFTON, OHIO
APERIRE TRANQUILLITAS
PROCESS FIRST FLOOR
DINING
BEDROOM KITCHEN
MASTER BATH MASTER BR
COURTYARD
LIVING ROOM
COURTYARD
BEDROOM
This house physically and metaphorically
displays different elements of one’s life. Relationships between public and private, outdoors and indoors, as well as community and household which are the inspirational factors of this design. Creating a place where SOUTH ELEVATION one can feel “at home” without seperating oneself from thier family or community is important. This house aims to achieve both comofort and openness.
EAST SECTION
SQUARE CIRCLE HEADQUARTERS LONDON, UK
This project is the headquarters for Square Circle, a graphic design company located in London, UK. The site is located to the west of canary wharf, a large business district along the River Tames. This project integrates many sustainable desgin strategies as well as unique aestetic elements to give this building the ability stand out amidst many grand-scale office spaces.
Square Circle Headquarters is a office/retail space that is designed as two seperate spaces. By creating a positive/negative relationship, these two structures can seem seperated but visually appear as one, integrating an open courtyard inbetween.
PROCESS
SITE
DIVIDING SITE
INDOOR/OUTDOOR SPACE
PUSH/PULL INDOOR SPACES
UNDERFLOOR AIR DISTRIBUTION DETAILS
FIRST FLOOR AIR FLOW DIAGRAM This design takes advantage of constant wind currents generated by the river to naturally heat and cool the building.
FIRST FLOOR
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WEST SECTION
THIRD FLOOR
SIXTH FLOOR
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Glass
Liquid crystal film
E.V.A
Glass MINIMUM THICKNESS 8 MM
Glass E.V.A
Liquid crystal film
E.V.A Glass
GLAZING DETAIL Since the headquarters is designed for a graphic design company, it seems appropriate to give the company a chance to display their graphics on the building itself. The glass, designed by Quantum, allows for images and animations to flow seemlessly across the facade.
FINAL RENDERINGS
COURTYARD
INTERIOR ATRIUM
NORTH E AST COURTYARD
NORTH WEST CLOSEUP VIE
LYCEUM COMPETITION BARRE, VERMONT
The Wells-Lamson quarry has been inactive for more than 20 years. This project focuses on bringing life back to this deserted site using motives and tools of ages past as inspiration for the future design.
PROCESS
Since its opening in the 1780’s until its closing in 1985, derricks were seen scattered around the quarry. these monsters towered into the sky and appeared to be balanced by long tensioned cables. With this in mind the new design will once again rise from the large void. The design will reveal itself only after entering the transparent elevator which will carry them down allowing one to feel as though they are in the old baskets of the quarry. From there the cantilevered spaces will create a sense of suspense and awe, realizing once again how great man’s impact is on the world.
Visitors and artists can approach the studio spaces and residences through the main shaft which cascades down the side of the quarry, using the granite as an anchor which to provide adequate balance.
ARTIST RESIDENCES CAFE/GALLERY STUDIOS
SECTION
FINAL RENDERINGS
COMMUNITY CENTER YELLOW SPRINGS, OH
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The Yellow Springs Community Center was origionally a small two story space built in the 1800’s. The addition of this space is inspired from the origional structure as well its relationship to its site. These two axis were the driving forces in the building’s strange orientation.
PROCESS
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ELEVATION
Level 2
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Level 1 0' - 0"
SECTION
FRONT FACADE
MAIN ATRIUM
PARAMETRIC BRIDGE CLIFTON, OHIO
This project is accomplished primarily using parametric design. This type of design is a scripting tool which allows structures such as this bridge to take many different shapes before a final, most efficient, and most elegant design is accomplished. This approach to design is becoming very popular with many new architecture and engineering endeavours. Design processes which would take hours to produce can now be produced much faster. Furthermore, the amount of materials are quickly estimated and arranged in order to decrease waste and produce a more sustainable future as a result.
CONCEPT STAGES
Begin with cuve in Rhino and give the surface geometry.
Insert contol points to monitor and adapt bridge width based on interior program.
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BRACING DETAIL
WEST SECTION
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
TUBE ASSEMBLY DETAIL
MODEL IMAGES 15.0’
AXON SECTION
DETAIL ELEVATION
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ARTWORK
Sketching has always been a fun way for me to explore the arts. Ever since I was a child I found myself drawing people and things which I loved. I find myself sketching now more than ever, with the desire to bring a 2D image to life.
RESUME ANDREW FETZER 1176 Romayne Dr. Akron, OH 44313 (330) 730-6098 Fetzeraj@muohio.edu
Education 2002 -2006: Walsh Jesuit High School Cuyahoga Falls, OH Graduated with second honors Member of state championship baseball team (2004,2006) Member of state championship cross country team (2002) 2006-2007- Adrian College Member of Dean’s list Member of varsity baseball team
Adrian, MI
2007-20012- Miami University Member of AIAS Bachelor of Architecture Minor in Management
Oxford, OH
Summer 2011 Miami University Architecture study abroad program
London, UK
Professional Experience Summer Internship- Van Auken Akins Architects, LLC (2010) Drafted details, revised construction drawings, created spreadsheets, visited project sites and communicated client information along with site analysis.
Skills Skill Name Revit
Last Used/ Experience Currently used/ 2years
AutoCAD
Currently used/ 3 years
Rhino
Currently used/ 3 years
Grasshopper Script
Currently used/ 1 year
Photoshop
Currently used/ 4 years
Illustrator
Currently used/ 2 years
Google SketchUp
Currently used/ 4 years
Microsoft Office
Currently used/ 10 years
Past Employment Scott Dining Hall- Miami University (2009-2012) Summa Health Systems- St. Thomas Hospital (2009-2010) Housekeeping and Maintenance Activities Knights of Columbus member (2007) Over the Rhine Soup Kitchen Miami University Intramural Sports