Portfolio: Avery Johnson

Avery Johnson Architecture Portfolio | 2024

averyejohnson517@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/averyejohnson517

SELECTED WORKS

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SKYLINE STORIES Pg 4-15

HOME OF SHADOWS Pg 16-25

THE GROVE Pg 26-33

KIT OF PARTS Pg 34-39

NODES Pg 40-49

S K Y L I N E S T O R I E S : A COMMUNITY L 39TH STREET, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

CLASS, YEAR ARCH 209, SPRING 2024

PROFESSOR DILSHAN OSSEN

SUMMARY The task of this project was to create a library that covers three goals that we believed were most important to us and the community of the site, Kansas City. The three main goals that were most important to me were relating to the client/ origins culture, merging with the context and environment, and the function/ activities of the spaces.

To relate to the client culture, I tied into the heart of Kansas City, Sports. To merge with the context and environment, I used inspiration from the surrounding buildings while added and modern twist. And the functions and activities of the building can be rearranged and formed to the needs of the user.

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Site Plan

01:Basic Shape

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02:Creating Courtyard

03:Defining Spaces

SITE CONTEXT 01 The design began with a rectangle, aligned to maximize the site’s space efficiently. Though fitting the site’s rectangular context, it was oriented differently from neighboring buildings to subtly stand out.

02 To blend the building with the landscape, a

fluid transition was achieved by incorporating a courtyard that brings the landscape into the design.

03 The ground floor footprint is minimized by placing

only essential spaces there, while the rest are on the second floor. The upper spaces shape the form by expanding and contracting as needed.

04 The courtyard was angled to welcome visitors by

opening toward the parking lot and entrance.

An East entrance mirrored this design, and the staircase was extended from the facade to offer views of McGee St.

05 The Adult and Children’s Sections are connected by a bridge, allowing separation while keeping them close. This design also mirrors the site’s neighboring buildings, which feature bridges.

06 The building’s facades were angled to match

the newly incorporated bridge, and a cantilever on 39th St. was added to extend the lookout spaces, maintaining a continuous form.

04:Welcoming Facades

05:Increasing Access

06:Incorporating Form

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Ground Floor Plan

SITE CONTEXT

The design concept revolved around shaping the spaces to prioritize functionality, wit structure. The layout adheres to traditional north-south and east-west axes while also interior axes that form a welcoming entrance. Public spaces, including those access contrast, more private, quieter spaces are situated on the upper floor, providing seclus balance between open, public areas and peaceful, private spaces, enhancing the

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15 1 Lobby 2 Reception 3 Living Room 4 Cafe and Kitchen 5 Checkout 6 Restrooms 7 Storage 8 Multi-purpose Hall 9 Outlook Stadium Seating 10 Staff Lounge 11 Senior Staff Offices 12 24-Hour Meeting Rooms 13 Teen Section 14 Children Section 15 Lookout Bridge 16 Adult Section 17 Computer Station 18 Street Lookout 19 Walking Track 20 Mechanical

Second Floor Plan

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th the form being pushed and pulled as needed to create a dramatic and dynamic o introducing a diagonal axis from 39th St. to McGee St., as well as two additional sible 24/7 with library cards, are located on the ground floor for optimal access. In sion from the activity and noise below. This spatial organization creates a deliberate overall functionality and experience within the building.

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North Elevation

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Courtyard

Scale: 1/4”= 1’- 0”

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Children’s Area

Children’s Section

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HOME OF SHADOWS

CLINTON STATE PARK, LAWRENCE, KANSAS

CLASS, YEAR ARCH 209, SPRING 2024

PROFESSOR DILSHAN OSSEN

SUMMARY The project, named “Home of Shadows,” revolves around a single rule: no artificial lighting. The client, a young author who enjoys plants and socializing, requested space for books, a cozy reading nook, a herb-friendly kitchen, and room for hosting author gatherings.

The challenge was balancing light and shadow. One solid wall blocks excess light, while dark stairs and hallways add contrast with subtle light peeking through.

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SITE CONTEXT

Light Levels Design Structure

Water Creates Rippling Shadows

Sun Tunnels Increase Light

Openings Capture Dusk & Dawn Light

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SITE CONTEXT

The concept for this design was a linear journey, progressin to access the next, creating a sense of progression. The d was designed to be small and cozy with soft lighting, off lit to maintain a serene atmosphere. The kitchen required primary gathering space. The workspace needed focus for a reading nook. Finally, the bedroom was created as

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ng from the most public spaces to the most private. Each room had to be fully traversed design was carefully crafted based on the lighting needs of each area. The entrance fering just a hint of what lies ahead for a “wow” effect. The living area was efficiently d ample light for growing plants, cooking, and hosting, with a view as it would be the sed lighting to ensure productivity, with two spotlights—one for the desk and another the most tranquil space, featuring a nature view from the bed to promote relaxation.

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T H E G R O V E : A MULTIUSE DESIGN BUIL MARVIN GROVE, LAWRENCE, KS

CLASS, YEAR ARCH 109, SPRING 2023

PROFESSOR THOM ALLEN

SUMMARY The Grove, a partner project collaborating, designing, and constructing with Austyn Hill, was designed as a multi-use studio for design students at the University of Kansas, located in Marvin Grove. Designers could choose to either blend their building into the landscape or make it stand out.

The building needed to include: a photo room with a workshop, storage, and an accessible darkroom with light-proof doors; a printing room with a print table and three feet of circulation space; a flexible mixed media room with ample storage; a gallery space with a kitchenette for hosting events; and outdoor seating areas for observing the grove and holding outdoor classes.

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SITE CONTEXT

In approaching the design, we evaluated the site’s advantages and disadvantages. used by students for crossing campus, sunbathing, or hammocking, which means it’ chimes from the chamomile can be distracting in a work environment, despite being challenges with its unattractive power boxes and inconsistent humming. These facto

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. The grove’s tranquil and secluded atmosphere was a key benefit, as it is infrequently ’s not overly busy. However, there were a few considerations to address. The nearby loved by some. Additionally, an electricity power station adjacent to the site presents ors were carefully considered and integrated into the design process.

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K I T O F P A R T S : A DESIGN STUDY 39TH STREET, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

CLASS, YEAR ARCH 109, SPRING 2023

PROFESSOR THOM ALLEN

SUMMARY The purpose of this project was to demonstrate the versatility of design and form using a standardized set of components. By exploring various configurations of the same parts, the project highlighted how different placements can create a cohesive unity across multiple designs. At the project’s conclusion, teams of four to five combined their individual works to form a larger, unified kit of parts.

Our team utilized an axial structure to define our spaces. A long catwalk spans one length of the design, while the parallel side features a window and staircase that allows visibility of the stairs from the start of the journey.

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N O D E S : A MOVEMENT STUDY 39TH STREET, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

CLASS, YEAR ARCH 109, SPRING 2023

PROFESSOR THOM ALLEN

SUMMARY “Nodes” was an exploration of the human body and its movement through space, providing valuable insights into designing based on average human proportions. The study prompted us to question whether individuals function optimally within spaces designed for the average person, or if they fall outside that standard.

We were then tasked with creating a dramatic movement that would highlight changes in the body’s nodes. By analyzing how our bodies moved through space, we gained a deeper understanding of how to design environments that accommodate these dynamic interactions.

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