AVERY LAKE PORTFOLIO by Avery Jayne

AveryLake

Architecture ArchitectureStudentStudent

ajl019@uark.edu 8168066269

Architecture Student

With a background in architecture and a passion for community-driven design, I have dedicated my college career to fostering positive change through impactful projects. My experience in community outreach, coupled with a people-centric design approach, reflects my commitment to creating inclusive spaces. I am confident that my architectural skill-set and dedication to collaborative, innovative design make me a valuable asset to any team.

EDUCATION

BachelorofArchitecture Universityof Arkansas

KansasCity,United States

SKILLS

Rhino -Excellent Revit -Beginner/Proﬁcient

Visualization - Proficient

08/2020-Presen , CumulativeGPA -3.97

12/2024

HonorsResearch

Design Capstone: Playground Design for Intergenerational Learning Centers

WORKEXPERIENCE

MIT Collaboration: Innovative Concrete and ClayMaterial Use

CommunityDesignandOutreachIntern Universityof Arkansas

Adobe Suite -Excellent Grasshopper -Proﬁcient

Communication -Excellent Public Speaking -Excellent

COMMUNITY+CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

American Societyof Architecture Students(AIAS) (08/2023-Present) Member andTreasurer

06/2024)

Chi OmegaSorority(08/2020-Present)

06/2024)

Member /FreshmanArchitectureMentor

12/2023-Present, Fayetteville,Arkansas

06/2024

Achievements/Tasks

Assist in Highschool Design Camp Leadership and Development

Organize student exhibitionsacrossthe State of Arkansas

Propose charrettesto addresslocal site conditions+need

DesignCampTeachingAssistant Universityof Arkansas

05/2023-08/2023, Fayetteville,Arkansas

Achievements/Tasks

Oversaw development in nearly200high school students interested in design careers

Assisted in the travel and ensured the safetyof camperson site visitsin Northwest Arkansas

Taught crucial design skills,such assketching,perspective,and model-making

ArchitecturalDevelopmentHire

EssilorLuxottica

06/2023-07/2023,

Achievements/Tasks

Managed,created,and finalized architectural plansthat reworked aprivate space supervised byacertified architectural firm

Ensured ADA standardswere considered throughout the renovation of an optometrypractice

Evaluated changesto original design to increase workplace eﬃciency

Boysand Girl'sClub (08/2020-12/2021)

Mentor ages5-12,Cheer Coach

Harvest CommunityChurch(08/2020-Present) Children'sSundayschool volunteer,ages5-11

HONORS+AWARDS

Comprehensive Studio Winner

HONORS+AWARDS

Received scholarship for designing the top-ranked project amongst peers in Integrated Design Studio.

RISE Exhibition (2024)

Featured as a female architect in a minority architecture exhibition Little Rock, Arkansas

Ernest J Petit Memorial Scholar (2022)

Awardfor ﬁrst-rankedstudent enteringthe3rdyear of theFayJones School of ArchitectureProgram

Dean'sList Distinction(08/2020-Present)

Chancellor'sList Distinction (08/2020-12/2022)

Publication in Climate Resistance Magazine

WorkfeaturedinanarticleintheBayArea 'ClimateResistanceMagazine' spotlightinginnovativeapproachesto climate-resistant architecture

INTERESTS

Single Family Housing Woodworking

Educational Facilities CommunitySpaes

Early-Education Running Board Games

Multi-FamilyHousing RealityTelevision Finance

Educational Facilities

Exterior Perspective - Riverfront looking towards building

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

Rooted in a study of the Argenta neighborhood in North Little Rock, the project emerges as a bridge between two cities, embodying a vision of unity and integration. With a clear assignment to reclaim the ground and merge architecture with landscape, the design maximizes the entire site’s potential for a fully integrated experience. By identifying key views, the terrain was strategically sculpted, emphasizing vistas while bending the ground to optimize light penetration and water runoff management. The result is a harmonious fusion of built form and natural surroundings, where every element serves a dual purpose of function and aesthetics. This project stands as a testament to the commitment to thoughtful design, revitalizing the urban fabric while fostering connectivity between communities.

Exterior Perspective- West End

North Little Rock/Little Rock Site Analysis

Concept Diagram

Interior Perspective - Main Event Space

Interior Perspective - Yoga Studio

EW Section Cut

Model Photo - South Elevation

Model Photo - Southern/Above

Artificial Light Diagram

Structure Diagram

HVAC Diagram

Avery Lake

Section Model, Interior

Section Model, Exterior

Section Model, Detail

Exterior Perspective of Homes, created by studio peer

Avery Lake

CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT

The Workforce 16 Home showcases innovative construction techniques, utilizing WLT and polycarbonate walls. It sits on a pier foundation to adapt to a multitude of sites and boasts a flexible living space, adaptable sleeping loft, and a central core equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and closet plumbed for laundry facilities. Each home is equipped with a cistern for water reuse and an unconditioned storage space. The core home, just under 400 sqft, includes these essential spaces. However, it can expand to accommodate larger budgets or growing families. This expansion is facilitated by a kit of parts, comprising expansion modules and storage spaces that can seamlessly integrate into the home. This unique design allows for a base home tailored to workforce wages, while offering flexibility to accommodate diverse needs.

The kit of parts facilitates flexible expansion by incorporating various wall types. This versatility enables the creation of many spaces including decks, storage areas, and even conditioned or unconditioned spaces, depending on the specific needs of the homeowner.

CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT

A comprehensive approach was taken to refine construction techniques and introduce WLT to the public. A full-scale mockup of the core was constructed to assess construction methods, while a scaled-down version of the home was mockingly erected on campus to engage the student body.

SITE DEVELOPMENT

Among six site possibilities proposed by the city of Fayetteville, we carefully selected two that best aligned with the project’s objectives of integration within Fayetteville on infill lots and proximity to amenities and transportation. In discussions with Johnathon Kirth from the Fayetteville City Council, we received valuable feedback on our work concerning these locations. These exchanges not only fostered experience in collaboration with city officials but also refined our approach to developing the Huntsville Rd and Frisco Rd sites, ensuring they effectively serve both the city and the project’s goals.

HUNTSVILLE ROAD, NIGHT PERSPECTIVE

SITE

FRISCO ROAD, NIGHT PERSPECTIVE

HUNTSVILLE ROAD, NIGHT PERSPECTIVE

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

During the semester, engaging directly with the community became essential to our design process. We hosted a variety of guests, such as city planning officials, code officials, real estate agents, housing studios, and landscape architects. While many guests were local to Fayetteville, some traveled from other parts of the United States to contribute to the project. Our communication with them was enhanced through engagement tools like magnetic and wooden models, providing customizable home options, and video walkthroughs of the Workforce16 home.

LARGE SCALE KIT OF PARTS MODEL

KIT OF PARTS MAGNET MODEL

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

To further the studio’s mission of reducing utility costs via cistern implementation, a national competition is being persued, the EPA Rainwater Challenge. This competition runs through the summer of 2024 and is pursued outside of class time. Working with landscape architects, the constructions being tested on campus become an opportunity for campus engagement and rainwater harvesting tests. Looking ahead, these endeavors will serve as foundational steps in future studios, demonstrating our commitment to holistic design principles and meaningful community engagement between architectural disciplines.

EPA CHALLENGE PROPOSAL RENDERING

Front Cover of Guidebook

PROJECT EXPLANATION

For this capstone, I visited two prominent intergenerational learning centers in the United States, located in Chicago and Minneapolis. These institutions graciously permitted me to observe and interview both students and residents, yielding a wealth of drawings for analysis. From this data, I identified four critical considerations for designing intergenerational playspaces. Subsequently, I compiled these insights into a guidebook, enriched with examples from each of the identified areas. This resource enables designers to seamlessly integrate these options into their designs, ensuring that intergenerational spaces are directly informed by the preferences and needs of their users.

Book Interior Pages

Interview Image in Minnesota

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Completed Chair - Side Image

Design Process - Adirondack to Winnebago

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

In tackling the housing crisis in Los Angeles and reimagining the Mar Vista neighborhood, our project took a focused approach. Working in pairs, our goal was to boost neighborhood density by fivefold while catering to distinct clientele. Embracing community collaboration, my team proposed the concept of embracing and expanding an existing “alley” designed to foster social connections and integrate existing residents with new developments seamlessly. This initiative not only addresses the urgent need for expanded housing options but also champions community cohesion, breathing new life into the vibrant tapestry of Mar Vista.

Concept Diagram

3rd Floor Plan

1st Floor Plan

Circulation Diagram

Perspective from front of neighborhood development

Detailed Section (Located in lower image, dashed outline)

Model Photo - NW Isometric

Model Photo - North Elevation

Model Photo - Within the “Social Alley”

Model Photo - From Above

Model Photo

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

Following a transformative trip to Los Angeles, I embarked on a journey of reimagining human workspaces. Inspired by the vibrant energy of the city, I underwent a paradigm shift, viewing offices as dynamic studios where private and public realms seamlessly coexist yet remain distinct. This epiphany birthed the concept of the “boxes” — a play on the typical cubical office vernacular. This development left me with questions about the interaction of the private and public, questions that were iterated a multitude of times in a plethora of colored study models, one pictured below.