Rand Lemley's Portfolio

Material Investigation Finding Solutions to Problems of Space Rand Lemley, B.Arch Candidate Boston Architectural College

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The Wearable Spring 2013 I explored through video and diagrams the movement of a rotating seated grab. From the research, I built a device that acted as a 3D diagram for the movement.

Avg reach of adult male is 28.6�

Comfortable head tilt is between 0-15 degrees.

Head rotation is comfortable up to 45 degrees.

The spine twists up to 35 degrees.

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Construction of the device

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The Threshold Spring 2013 Using my wearable as a foundation, I designed a threshold to mediate indoor and outdoor space.

Two paths lead occupants through variant experiences.

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Final model with canted canopy and ramp

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The canted ramp perforates the structure to continue to the upper level

For the final model, I envisioned the activity of the building. The play of light through the perpendicular elements seemed to work even better if projected through water, so I planned the space as an aquarium.

The canted canopy and ramp add new asymmetrical character, while an angled approach clearly marks the entrance.

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The Computer The images on this page are Tadao Ando’s 4x4 House done in AutoCAD. The following page is a model from Rhino 3d, a program which I am teaching myself.

The Hand This series of hand drafted drawings comes from measurings I made of my school’s student loft and gallery space.

First floor

Section A

Section C

Axonometric

The Eye I use photography to explore the world around me, taking time to deeply observe my environment. The results often raise questions as much as they provide answers.

This sculpture bends regular geometry in contrast to its surroundings

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The magic of Frank Gehry’s IAC Building is only available at dusk, when the skin of the building is between transparency and opacity.

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