Claire Johnson Architecture & Interior Design Portfolio

CLAIRE JOHNSON

Architecture & Interior Design

CLAIRE JOHNSON

EXPERIENCE

June 2023-

Present Design Professional I

HNTB, Tampa, FL

Notable Projects: Tampa International Airport Airside D,

Tampa International Airport Main Terminal Curbside

Expansion, Newark Liberty International Airport (Various

Renovations), Austin-Bergstrom International Airport APM

2020, 2019 Summer Intern

4FDesign, Memphis, TN

Notable Projects: Memphis Fire Department Headquarters, University of Memphis Leftwich Tennis Facility, St. Mary’s School Wellness Center

EDUCATION

2023

Master of Architecture

Savannah College of Art and Design

4.0 GPA

Bachelor of Science Interior Architecture & Design

University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

3.7 GPA - Magna Cum Laude

Minor: Business Administration

SKILLS

Revit

AutoCAD

Lumion Enscape

Photoshop Illustrator InDesign

SketchUp

CREDENTIALS

2020 WELL AP

MEMBERSHIPS AIA NCARB

ACHIEVEMENTS & INVOLVEMENT

Interior Architecture Department Ambassador - UT Chattanooga President (2020-2021)

Special Events & Graphics Chairs (2019-2020)

Interior Design Alliance - UT Chattanooga Member (2017-2021)

Board Member (2019-2020)

One-to-One Healthcare Student Design Competition

1st Place Project (2019)

Interior Architecture Department Awards Faculty Award (2017-2018)

Service Award (2019-2020)

ARCHITECTURE

SOUL OF THE CITY : CHANGING THE WAY WE DESIGN FOR PROFESSIONAL SPORTS

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Memphis, TN

SCAD - Fall 2022 - Spring 2023

Masters Thesis

Programs Used: Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop,Enscape, Illustrator

This project started with the observation that stadiums across the world are underutilized and have a tremendous amount of untapped potential. Early research demonstrated that sports are deeply rooted in our culture and have a greater impact on individuals than we often realize. It became clear that designing a facility that was more than just a stadium could make this a space that benefits every single member of the community. Through added spaces like dog parks, game rooms, and retractable playing surfaces, this project redefines the role of a stadium, taking it from a space used only for special events to a space that becomes a hub of community activity every single day. In addition to these features, expanding the seating options allows users to tailor their experience to fit their wants and needs and allows even people who are not interested in sports to find a place here. As society continues to evolve, this thesis will hopefully contribute to the ever-changing idea of how we design for professional sports and truly allow stadiums to become the soul of the city.

PROCESS SKETCHES

Having a local professional team can encourage youth sports in the area

Participation in sports a child’s physical and mental health

PROPOSED DESIGN

EXPERIENTIAL SKETCHES

SOCIOLOGY OF SPORTS

Children learn important leadership and problem solving skills

Opportunity for socialization

Participation in youth sports has declined over the past decade

Jobs created by a stadium are typically seasonal and low-paying

LOCAL ECONOMIC IMPACT OF

The opportunity cost of building a stadium can create tension among locals

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A shortage of professional franchises encourages cities to constantly pour money into their team’s facilities

The majority of money being generated does not stay in the local economy

Sense of community among fan base

COMMUNITY IMPACTS OF STADIUMS

Sense of belonging and

Strong social aspects Encourages local development

Potential to create strain on infrastructure

STADIUMS

MAIN ENTRANCE

LEVEL 1

BROADCASTING PLAZA

LEVEL 2

LEVEL 5

DN

LEVEL 3

LEVEL 4

PUBLIC SPACE

COURT

SHARED SPACES

GRIZZLIES

U OF MEMPHIS

PRIVATE EVENTS

CIRCULATION HOCKEY

FACILITIES / SERVICES

LEVEL 6

LEVEL 7

HARDWOOD CONFIGURATION

TURF CONFIGURATION

Lacrosse Concer occer

EVENT CONFIGURATIONS

ICE CONFIGURATION

A retractable field system will help reach the goal of maximizing the use of the facility. This system will provide three different playing surfaces in one arena. The majority of the first level of the stadium has been dedicated to service / storage space for this system.

The main structural system will be a typical column grid with 60’-0” x 30’-0” bays, adjusted as needed for best usability of the space. A pile foundation will support the columns with a reinforced mat foundation beneath the retractable field. This system will support levels 1 - 6.

The secondary structure will be a parallel chord truss system with columns along the north and south sides of the building. The trusses will span 350’-0” and will be approximately 40’-0” deep. This system will support the roof as well as the 7th floor, which will run into the bottom chord of the trusses. Due to the height of the trusses, the occupiable spaces on the 7th floor will fit comfortably between them.

TRANSVERSE SECTION

COURTSIDE VIEW

ALTERNATIVE SEATING

As seen in the images above and to the left, there will be four alternative seating zones located in the stands. These areas will include: a suite-style lounge level, open spaces ideal for families who may have kids that want to play during the event, a standing room only section, and a restaurant-style seating area with direct access to the stadium’s bar/concessions. The idea is that, rather than have visitors that purchase a regular seat and hang out at a bar or standing room section during the game, these areas will be available as specific ticket options. This allows visitors to tailor their experience to their wants and expectations. Die hard fans can watch from traditional seating, larger parties can enjoy a lounge experience, more social visitors can spend their time in on the standing room level. Everyone will find a space they can enjoy here regardless of the experience they are looking for.

INTERACTIVE SPACES IN THE MAIN CONCOURSE

GERMANY PAVILION - WORLD EXPO 2024

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Osaka, Japan

SCAD - Fall 2022

Graduate Studio 4

Programs Used: Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop,Enscape

Inspired by The Black Forest, the setting of countless traditional German fairy tales, the Germany Pavilion seeks to evoke the same sense of eerie excitement and tension found in the forest, encouraging visitors to wander through the space. This feeling is achieved through architecture and design elements throughout the space. Exhibition rooms have a maze-like layout, courtyards bring visitors around tight corners, and disproportionate height adds a grand feeling to the space.

Arches typical of German architecture

‘Dramatic vertical elements allude to the forest

Points of entry welcome people on all sides

DESIGN PROCESS

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

BAR AREA

ROOF SECTION

SKYLIGHT DETAIL

The Germany Pavilion is designed as a net zero building with the majority of the sustainability features in the building’s roof. Photovoltaic panels provide energy, small skylights bring light into deeper parts of the building, and a collection of cooling tubes and roof ventilation provide a passive temperature system.

SUSTAINABLE ROOF FEATURES

ROOF PLAN 10’-0

Warm air will escape the building through a vent in the roof and create a pressure change, pulling cool air in.

Warm air will escape the building th r ough a vent in the r oof and crea te a pre ssure

Solar p anels will be used in r oof d esign

Solar panels sit on roof faces angled toward the Sun.

Fa cade glass will h av e ph ot ov ol ta ic p r ope rt ie s.

Below the first level, a water treatment system will treat rainwater on-site.

Belo w the first level, a wa ter tre at ment s ys tem will tre at rainw at er on- site.

Facade glass will have photovoltaic properties, contributing to energy production.

HARBOR HIGHLINE

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Beaufort, SC

SCAD - Fall 2021

Graduate Studio 1

Group Members: Nicolas Barrera and Chase Nishek

Programs Used: Revit, Photoshop,

Enscape

The Harbor Highline concept breathes new life into the beautiful Beaufort waterfront. The once empty park is now full of exciting activities from shopping to dining to kayaking. The space has something for people of all ages and will serve as an inviting attraction to those visiting the area, further contributing to Beaufort’s recent boom in tourism.

SWIMMING AREA

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

HIGHLINE PLAN

HIGHLINE EXPERIENCE

BEAUFORT MARINE LIFE CENTER

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Beaufort, SC

SCAD - Fall 2021

Graduate Studio 1

Programs Used: Revit, Photoshop, Enscape Located in the family zone of the previously mentioned Harbor Highline, the Beaufort Marine Life Center serves as an educational experience for toursits and locals alike. The center is a rehabilitation center for native marine animals as well as a museum. This building gives people of all ages the opportunity and the resources to learn more about Beaufort’s local wildlife through exhibits and marine habitats.

DESIGN PROCESS

Because of the rich history and cultural significance of oyster fishing in the lowcountry, the design of the Beaufort Marine Life Center was inspired by the oyster fishing boats.

SITE SECTION

SOUTH ELEVATION

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

SPATIAL

UNDERWATER LEVEL GROUND LEVEL UPPER LEVEL ROOF

EDUCATION ZONES

MARINE HABITAT

MULTI-PURPOSE SPACE

BACK OF HOUSE

Throughout the building, there is space for exhibits, aquariums, and multi-purpose space that can be used for events. The lower level of the building includes back of house space for the use of the aquarium staff as well as multi-purpose space with a window looking into the river. The ground level and upper level both serve as a mezzanine space with views of the fish tank and exhibits. The roof is level with the highline and can be used for events or as a lookout point over the water.

HIGHLINE ACCESS

ORGANIZATION

SAVANNAH VISITORS CENTER

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Savannah, GA

SCAD - Summer 2021

Human-Centered Design

Programs Used: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop

Located in the Plant Riverside district of Savannah, the Savannah Visitors Center allows people to learn more about the history of Savannah as well as what makes it so great today. Here tourists can plan their trip, enjoy authentic lowcountry food at the cafe upstairs, and take in the view of the river from the balcony.

This concept for the Savannah Visitors Center is inspired by one of the things that makes the city so unique: the iconic live oak trees. Plant Riverside is one of the few places in town where these trees cannot be found, The objective of this design is to mimic the shape of the trees as well as the feeling of safety and shelter they provide. The design concept started as two arches forming a canopy over the service road and evolved into the last image, creating that feeling of safety over both sides of the building and forming a gathering space

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2

INTERIOR DESIGN

ENGEL STADIUM

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Chattanooga, TN

UT Chattanooga - 2020-21

Senior Thesis

Programs Used: Revit, Lumion, Photoshop, Procreate

Once the home of the Chattanooga Lookouts minor league baseball team, Engel Stadium has fallen into a state of disrepair. This adaptive reuse concept realizes the potential of this historic building and transforms it into a community center that promotes learning, community involvement, and bridges the disconnect between the University of Tennessee and the residents of Chattanooga.

LEVEL 1

In this design concept, level one has been transformed into community center space that can be used by local children for extracurricular classes and practices, while level two has been converted into classroom space for UTC.

BUILDING SECTION

LEVEL 2

STUDENT LOUNGE

ONE-TO-ONE HEALTH CLINIC

PROJECT INFORMATION:

Chattanooga, TN

One-to-One Health

Student Design Competition

First Place Project

Partner: Michaela Gorman

Programs Used: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop

One-to-One Health prides themselves on being an innovative healthcare experience. The group provides everything from general practitioner appointments, to cooking classes, to physical therapy all under one roof.

EXERCISE SPACE

PHYSICAL THERAPY SPACE