L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Gassner Residence Project
Project Description: 2006
Private Residence Tovey/Shultz Construction, Inc.
In addition to a complete interior renovation the project consisted of adding a game room, upstairs bedroom and loft, new kitchen, exterior deck, pool and landscaping. One of the downstairs existing bedrooms was opened up into the existing family room and remodeled into a home theater with built in cabinets, integrated sound system and large format television.
BOONE RESIDENCE Huntington Beach, California
Project Description:
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Complete Remodel, and addition of an existing 5200 s.f. residence located in the Huntington Beach Harbor. The owner desired an updated Mediterranean exterior for his early 60’s residence to better match the newer residences being constructed in the surrounding neighborhood. Exterior changes called for the roof line to be pulled back, a new entry and courtyard to be added, removal of the dated exterior decks at dock side, new tile roof, removal of the wood slat construction, removal and relocation of the pool, new exterior plaster finished walls and environmentally responsible landscaping. Interior work included a reworking of the floor plan to maximize the livable space of the residence. Room 2006 integration was achieved by opening up the Mr. Boone kitchen to create a great room experience that allows for the family to better interact in both spaces. Millwork and finishes were updated throughout and featured a mixture of natural stone, wood , plaster and tile.
Brian R. Bloom - Architect PASTA CUCINA RUSTICA La Verne, California
Project Description:
5,000 square foot Italian restaurant in existing shopping center. Complete make over of dining rooms, banquet rooms, and kitchen areas creating old world Italian restaurant theme from a space that was formally a bakery/deli/bar.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Kitchen Designs
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Project Description:
My goal was to always provide my clients with a kitchen that exceeded their expectations. The layout of the kitchen was determined by a series of meetings where I became familiar with the needs of the homeowner. Guidance was given on theme or style of the kitchen, color and material selection for cabinets, countertops, flooring, lighting and paint. The process was all inclusive as I supervised and coordinated the demolition of the existing kitchen and the installation of the new kitchen. In addition to removal of the cabinets this sometimes encompassed the removal and relocation of walls, ceilings, lighting electricity and plumbing. Build back included at times the addition of beams and columns, recessed lights, addition of power for multiple appliances, flooring and of course cabinetry
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Beck Photography Studio/Kitchen Retail T.I. Space
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Project Description:
The client was a food photographer for culinary magazines and needed a professional grade kitchen that was functional as well as suitable for photography. The kitchen area began as a conference room with a bar sink. Two walls were removed to open up the space to allow for camera access. Maple cabinets, stainless steel kick plates and appliances were installed on the 2 remaining walls. The island was mounted on staging casters for mobility and a custom wood inlaid butcher block countertop was created. Additional features included a cappuccino station, stainless steel pendant lamps a flat screen TV and monitor to provide recipes while cooking under cabinet lighting, black granite countertops and inlaid glass in the cabinets. The office restrooms were transformed into a “green� room and makeup room to accommodate the models that were to be used in the photo shoots. The lobby and office were also part of the project with custom doors, cabinetry and hard wood floors added to each space. Additionally all of the walls were finished in venetian plaster by an Italian artisan.
STUDENT SERVICES/CLASSROOM BUILDING Loma Linda Academy Loma Linda, California
Project Description:
Proposed 42,000 squqre foot structure. The first floor houses all the business administration offices, imiddle school and high school offices counseling center, ASB offices, Tutoring, Campus ministries, and Development offices. Personnel support spaces includes multiple conference rooms, faculty and administration lounges. The second floor includes 7 classrooms, iMAC and IBM classroom labs, photography darkroom, and teachers lounge. The focal point for the building is a 2,000 square foot Heritage Room to be utilized for Board meetings, fund raising and intimate student concerts
Completion Date:
Summer 2011
Owner:
Loma Linda Academy
Contractor:
Simental Inc. & Associates
SAN BERNARDINO ASSISTANCE LEAGUE RENOVATION San Bernardino, California
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AFTER RENOVATION Project Description:
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Constructed in 1904, the building is a raised floor wood balloon frame structure with plaster over wood slats Portions of the foundation were sinking which caused the floor to bow at the exterior walls. Termite damage was apparent and exterior plaster was falling off. Various remodels had been performed but seismic upgrade issues had never been addressed. Project scope consisted of raising the structure off of the foundation to relax the bow in the floor, remove, re-pour and epoxy portions of the concrete foundation where sinking had occurred, replace cripple walls, remove exterior plaster in it entirety and replace exterior wood underlayment where termite damage had occurred. Exterior wood escape stairs were replaced with metal. Beams and columns were replaced and seismically reinforced at the front porch due to termite damage. The entire exterior of the building was sheathed in plywood to further address seismic issues. The exterior was re-plastered and painted. Original windows ,interior moldings and wood treatments were retained and restored with missing portions 2009 recreated. Interior wall damage was repaired and reSan Bernardino Assistance League plastered. ADA upgrades included new restrooms, Phillips Construction exterior ramps and established Page 33 path of travel
JUNIOR HIGH GYMNASIUM Loma Linda Academy Loma Linda, California
Project Description:
Recently completed 35,000 s.f middle school gymnasium/classroom building. Program featured a full size basketball court, volleyball and badminton courts, shower and locker room facilities, 6 classrooms, multipurpose room with attached serving kitchen, school athletic offices, weight room, faculty fitness center, aerobics room, teachers lounge, equipment and maintenance storage. Exterior accessible restrooms increased the overall school restroom count and a courtyard space created a much needed lunch time eating area.
Completion Date:
Summer 2010
Owner:
Loma Linda Academy
Contractor:
Simental Inc. & Associates
ELEVATOR ADDITION Monte Vista Water District Montclair, California
Project Description:
Elevator addition project to the existing water district corporate office. Project included removing roof and balcony overhangs at elevator location, complete interior renovation of interior entrance lobby including addition of bullet proof glass at customer service counter. Upstairs storefront system was removed to allow creation of an upstairs lobby into the public boardroom. ADA path of travel to street and parking lot were also addressed and ADA parking was added. The primary concern for the project was to make the addition blend into the existing architecture while giving it a more modern feel and defining a defined public access entrance into the building.
Completion Date:
Currently under Construction
Owner:
Monte Vista Water District
Contractor:
Owner
Project Management and Design Projects – Brian Bloom Architect • Loma Linda Academy, Loma Linda, CA o Student Services/Classroom Building o Middle School Gymnasium /Classroom Building o Classroom Repurposing to Cafeteria o Library o Master Plan o Performing Arts Center o Kindergarten Classroom Addition o Junior High Entrance and Gates o Shade Structures o Infrastructure • Monte Vista Water District Elevator Addition
• Barks and Bones Animal Grooming - Retail T.I. • Pregnancy Support Center – Retail T.I.
• Galley Restaurant – Conceptual Preliminary Design/ Construction Documents
• Yum Yum Family Restaurant – Remodel, ADA Accessibility • Pasta Cucina Rustica- Restaurant Remodel • Scripps College- Dorm Renovation
• Harvey Mudd College – Dorm HVAC Upgrade, ADA Accessibility, Remodel • Occidental College o Wiley Hall Dorm Renovation o Erdman Hall Dorm Renovation o Swann Hall- Programming and Space Planning
• Assistance League Historic Renovation and Restoration
• Azure Hills Seventh Day Adventist Classroom Renovation
• San Bernardino Superior Court Hall of Records - Office T.I.
• Water of Life Occupancy and Exit Plan
• Geary Residence - Kitchen, Living Room and Bath Addition
• Ray Residence – Kitchen and Bath Remodel and Addition
• Scott Pennington Residence- Addition
• Michael Pennington Residence- Addition
• Drummond Residence - Remodel
• Groher Residence – Sunroom Addition
• Gregor Residence – Grandmother Suite Addition
• Chang Residence – Room Addition, Kitchen and Bath Remodel • Woodcock Residence- Addition to Historic Home
Project Experience – Prior to Employment at Brian R. Bloom – Architect 2000- 2005 • Floor to Ceiling Kitchen Design Showroom – Retail T.I. • ACI Group Kitchen Design Showroom – Retail T.I. • Tri City Retail Complex
• Harry Chan’s Restaurant
• Ryan Beck Photography Studio – Retail T.I.
• Abundant Living Café and Restaurant
• Abundant Living Church Main Chapel
• Abundant Living Church Patio and Shade Canopies • Morris Residence Addition/ Kitchen
• Gasner Residence Addition/Kitchen/Pool • Dixon Residence Kitchen/Addition
• Dower Residence Kitchen/Addition • Mac Donald Residence Remodel
• Havinger Residence Remodel and Kitchen
• Resis Residence Addition
• Thomlinson Residence Remodel
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Preliminary Design Sketches The Galley Restaurent Glendale California
Project Description:
This 8,400 square foot nautically themed restaurant and tavern replaces the Southern California region’s famous Galley “Boat” Restaurant established in 1968 on the Clearman’s site in San Gabriel, California. The newly designed spaces accommodates over 300 customers in voluminous interior and exterior spaces reminiscent of the seaside war houses of old, appointed with modern trends. The original 1913 mail vessel, which originally served as the operation’s kitchen, has been mimicked as a site feature of the new restaurant.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Motorhome Design The Next Generation Motorhome Fleetwood Enterprises
Project Description:
Design and development of a new concept class A motorhome. The target market was the baby boom generations who wanted to travel but didn't want the same motorhomes as their parents had. The main idea was to tap into the existing SUV market and create a vehicle that would be friendly to the whole family, including the children. Vehicle amenities included GPS system (not available to the masses at time of design), a restroom that doubled as a shower, exterior storage that featured an ice chest that was accessible to the interior of the vehicle as well as the exterior. Custom designed backpacks that attachĂŠ dto the badk of the front seats and included walkie talkies. One piece round sinks, netted supports on the dinette to prevent a child from falling off onto the floor when the sleep and a roll away wine table with ice bin, Exterior tailgate accessories that were to include a BBQ grill and sound system. Materials included radial rubber floors, Brushed aluminum dinette frames, Berber carpeting, Maple cabinets and Brushed aluminum appliances.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Motorhome Design The Next Generation Motorhome Fleetwood Enterprises
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Miscellaneous Sketch Samples
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design The Wizard of Oz Junior University Musical Theater
Project Description:
Junior University Musical Theater’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Design/Construction/Labor Budget $23,000.00. This outdoor bowl with only a raised concrete floor stage and a small metal proscenium frame. Side stage wings, flooring, lights and rigging are brought in for each show. This year will include the use of 2 40” tall scaffolding units and trusses to allow flying the cast. The show includes 7 different scene changes that utilize 15 tracked wagons, a slip stage with multiple facade, side stage sliding panels, and a 12’ x 15’ tracked unit that houses the wizard effect. Painted flats, 3 dimensional set pieces, and 5 backdrops round out the design. Special effects include flash bars, fog machine, simulated fire columns, a digital wizard, and a flying tornado effect. Flying is by Foy. Design influences include Gaudi, Art Noveau and the gothic period. Full construction drawings were provided in autocad to the build team.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design The Wizard of Oz Junior University Musical Theater
Project Description:
Junior University Musical Theater’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Design/Construction/Labor Budget $23,000.00 (flying excluded). This outdoor bowl is equipped with only a raised concrete floor stage and a small metal proscenium frame. Side stage wings, flooring, lights and rigging are brought in for each show. This year will include the use of 2—40’ tall scaffolding units with trusses allowing the cast to fly. The show includes 7 different scene changes that utilize 15 tracked wagons, a slip stage with multiple facade, side stage sliding panels, and a 12’ x 15’ tracked unit that houses the wizard effect. Painted flats, 3 dimensional set pieces, and 5 backdrops round out the design. Special effects include flash bars, fog machine, simulated fire columns, a digital wizard, and a flying tornado effect. Flying is by Foy. Design influences include Gaudi, as well as the Art Nouveau and Gothic periods. Full construction drawings were provided in autocad to the build team.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design The Wizard of Oz Junior University Musical Theater
Project Description:
Junior University Musical Theater’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Design/Construction/Labor Budget $23,000.00 (flying excluded). This outdoor bowl is equipped with only a raised concrete floor stage and a small metal proscenium frame. Side stage wings, flooring, lights and rigging are brought in for each show. This year will include the use of 2—40’ tall scaffolding units with trusses allowing the cast to fly. The show includes 7 different scene changes that utilize 15 tracked wagons, a slip stage with multiple facade, side stage sliding panels, and a 12’ x 15’ tracked unit that houses the wizard effect. Painted flats, 3 dimensional set pieces, and 5 backdrops round out the design. Special effects include flash bars, fog machine, simulated fire columns, a digital wizard, and a flying tornado effect. Flying is by Foy. Design influences include Gaudi, as well as the Art Nouveau and Gothic periods. Full construction drawings were provided in autocad to the build team.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design The Wizard of Oz Junior University Musical Theater
Project Description:
Junior University Musical Theater’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Design/Construction/Labor Budget $23,000.00 (flying excluded). This outdoor bowl is equipped with only a raised concrete floor stage and a small metal proscenium frame. Side stage wings, flooring, lights and rigging are brought in for each show. This year will include the use of 2—40’ tall scaffolding units with trusses allowing the cast to fly. The show includes 7 different scene changes that utilize 15 tracked wagons, a slip stage with multiple facade, side stage sliding panels, and a 12’ x 15’ tracked unit that houses the wizard effect. Painted flats, 3 dimensional set pieces, and 5 backdrops round out the design. Special effects include flash bars, fog machine, simulated fire columns, a digital wizard, and a flying tornado effect. Flying is by Foy. Design influences include Gaudi, as well as the Art Nouveau and Gothic periods. Full construction drawings were provided in autocad to the build team.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design The Jungle Book Junior University Musical Theater
Project Description:
Junior University Musical Theater’s production of Jungle Book. Design/Construction/Labor Budget $15,000.00. This venue is an outdoor bowl with only a raised concrete floor stage and a small metal proscenium frame. Side stage wings, flooring, lights and rigging are brought in for the production. The stage was divided into 3 central areas. The large tree center stage served as the central gathering place for the animals. Side stage right represented the edge of the forest and the path to the village, while side stage left served as the ancient city reclaimed by the jungle. My inspiration for the ruins were the temples and ruins at Mahabalipuram and Hampi, India, The colorful rocks were a tribute to Petra. The inspiration for the main tree was a child’s jungle gym and featured a slide, hiding areas for the actors, and limbs strong enough to support the weight of 6-8 actors. The set also featured a watering hole. Materials used included steel, wood, Styrofoam, rubber tubing and spray on fire retardant to create a textured surface on the trees that allowed the cast to walk and climb on them.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Redlands Bowl Music Association
Project Description:
Redlands Bowl Music Association’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Design/ Construction/Labor Budget $3,000.00. The scenery featured a desert scene upstage with tents downstage. The primary scene change was when the desert transformed into the head of pharaoh. To create an element this transition was back lit so the audience could only see the silhouette of the pharaoh rising out of the desert floor. 4” tube steel was used for the framework for pharaoh. The stairs were counter balanced to allow the piece to slowly rise with minimum assistance of stage crew. Once in the upright position pharaoh’s face rose upward to allow the actor to enter. The face was mounted on vertical steel sleeves that slipped over 2 vertical rails. When in the open position the top of the head reached 25’ which was 2’-0” lower than the top of the bowl proselis. Full construction drawings were provided in autocad to the build team.
L a w r e n c e W. P i r k l e Scenic Design Godspell Redlands Footlight Theater
Project Description:
Design/Construction/Labor Budget $1,000.00. The stage for this theater can be difficult to design sets for as the seating is in an arena configuration. The idea for the staging of the production of Godspell was that the cast were a group of transients who had fashioned a make shift “home” under a concrete overpass by utilizing basic items available to them; an old wooden electrical spool for a table, palettes arranged to provide protection while sleeping, an old basin and a piece of rain gutter with water from a back stage sink provided the illusion that the inhabitants had fresh water in the “Community”. Different set elements also served as make shift percussion instruments for the cast for the staging of one of the songs. An old keg became the bass drum while a perforated washing machine and a stick became make shift maracas. I was also pleased that I was able to find a high school student who was proficient at tagging to provide a more authentic feel. At the West end of the theater a damaged chain link fence was erected to symbolically illustrate that the inhabitants were separated from society, while the wooden fence with the gate through which Jesus entered represented him opening a door to salvation. The crucifixion scene was staged on east end of the stage on the center stage column next to the keg shown in the picture above.