Coral Aboud
ArchitecturePortfolio2020-2022
785.554.9283 | coralaboud@gmail.com
KU Latin American Student Union
KU Student Housing, Lawrence, KS
Adobe Suite Programs
KU School of Architecture, Lawrence, KS
English, Spanish
High School Diploma2016202020202025 Master of Architecture Program University of Kansas - Lawrence, KS
Microsoft Office
KU Architecture Mentorship Program
20202021 Aldersgate Village Temporary Dietary Aid Kwik Staff, Topeka, KS
Graduated with International Baccalaureate Diploma Kansas Honors Scholar 2020
Washburn Rural High School - Topeka, KS
3rd Year M.Arch Student
Revit & Dynamo Lumion
2021 Night Front Desk Assistant
KU Women in Design (WiD)
Education
20192021 Summer Art Camp Instructor Topeka Collegiate School, Topeka, KS
SketchUp,Construction3DSMaxLearningSwedish,Quechua (Bolivian)
Alpha Sigma KappaWomen in Technical Studies
Topeka,TechnicalHand-drawn(LASU)Illustrations/DrawingsKS|Lawrence, KS
Latin American & Caribbean Studies Minor KU Academic Merit Scholarships
Skills Work Experience
Apparel Chair Fall 2022
American Institute of Architecture StudentsAdvocacy(AIAS) Committee
20162019 Event Manager/ Waitress Aboud’s Engroff Catering, Topeka, KS
Coral Aboud, AIAS
Languages
Native Associations
Model
2022 Structures I and II Teaching Assistant
Selected Works
04030201
Model Making 101
Spring 2022 Project, pg.1
Fall 2021 Project, pg.19
Lawrence Discovery Center
Fall 2020 Project, pg. 23
Personal and Public Works
Graphics|Mixed Media, pg.27
3rd Year M.Arch Student
Fall 2021 Project, pg.9
The Hawk
01 THE HAWK
The task for this project was to design a heritage and welcome center for the University of Kansas which could be incorporated onto the campus. The building is meant to serve both currently enrolled students and staff, as well as proudly represent the university to those visiting. Being directly on campus, it also important that the design can integrate well into its surroundings.
Spring 2022 Hugo Lawrence,ShewardKS
Project Brief
Central Path
South Gardens
Welcome Center
Sketch
RdCampus
Site Context 1/30" 1'-0" Crescent Rd
Project on site
Building the Bird
Site Selection
Site topography, forces, and selection
The location of the project was decided by each individual student. The site for The Hawk was chosen based on it’s nearby landmarks such as the Chi Omega Fountain and Potter Lake, as well as due to the foot traffic that it encounters on a daily basis.
JayhawkBoulevard
ChiFountainOmega
The most prominent features of the site that was selected are its relative size and topography which sloped towards the lake.
and Levels The center has always served as a transitional space between the wings but needed to guide pedestrians and connet the buildings The building has main roadways to consider as well as sidewalks due to being a popular space.
MemorialDrive
of Original "Bird" Concept Development of OutdoorViewsspaces for seating and greenery allow for a more organic interaction with the building, the site itself, and the views that it promotes
Integration into the sloping topography has been an important feature when designing the structure.
TopographyandViews
Marvin HallLindley Hall ChiHouseOmega
Scale Project number DrawnDate Checkedbyby 1" 30'-0" AM12:06:525/4/2022Sheet 1 Narrative and Context Project Number Issue CheckerAuthorDate 1" 30'-0"1 Site for Final No. Description Date
Design Approach
Original Diagramming
In order to form a base for the welcome center, view lines were created from the major surrounding landmarks and spaces. This resulted in a shape that was formed around the site and would eventually be further developed into its final Earlyform. on, the plan was split into two masses which would serve different purposes with a main central structure.
The sculpture itself unifies the separate buildings and is also a shading device to those passing through.
Sculptural Overhang for Center
Early Concept Sketches
After establishing the two “wings” of the entire structure, the central piece had to be constructed. The open center between the masses serves as a communal rest space where students can study, look out into Potter Lake, or enjoy their coffees.
Intentional Elements
Floor 01 Floor 02
Several elements were incorporated into the building design to better integrate it into the site. Slanted roofs were used to not only guide rain and snow loads towards large garden spaces at the Northern and Southern ends. In addition, the usage of curtain walls and division of spaces emphasize openness to the community.
West Elevation East Elevation South Elevation North Elevation Front Elevation
CENTERDISCOVERYLAWRENCE
The project program was to design a multi-use educational building which can pursue different focused areas. The Lawrence Discovery Center’s purpose is to provide learning spaces tailored to both young and older audiences. By incorporating reading nooks, a “kid’s space”, and classrooms to learn new trades, the Lawrence community can benefit and grow from opportunities that would come out of the project.
Project Brief
Fall Lawrence,Thom2021AllenKS
02
Site location, topography, and sound analysis
Sketches done on site
Right: Reading nook on second floor
Unique Spaces within the Center
Initial Sketch of West Facade
Above: Circular windows in Kid’s Space
Design Approach
By having relatively open spaces to the public, visitors have the opportunity to utilize the building’s facilities without interrupting classes that could be occurring in a private room simultaneously.
Early Interior Analysis
A community space requires welcoming zones to interact with. Having sufficient natural lighting and view points was an important aspect when designing the learning spaces. The balance of lighting helps promote a healthy environment without having excessive lighting obstruct classroom work.
64'-0" 97'-0" 25'-0" 51'-0" 22'-0" 32'-0" 25'-0"34'-6" 24'-0"25'-9" FloorRoof 02 Floor 01 ClassroomClassroom Media RoboticsWoodshopRoomRoomKid's Space /StorageMech roomRest-
West Elevation and Sections
North Section
South
North Elevation
South Elevation Section
East Elevation and Section | Isometric Images 1/16" - 1' 0" East Elevation East South-WestSection Iso North-West Iso
Models DrawingAxonometricand
Description
Without digital construction, the Burcham Park Observation Tower was solely composed of physical models and illustrations. Prior to knowing how to operate a laser cutter, the wooden structure proved to be a test of strength and patience. From simple partis to the final model, the tower underwent several alterations with a special focus on the interior.
Fall Lawrence,Thom2021AllenKS
03 Model Making 101 Observation Tower
Beginning with a quilt pattern, the project objective was to extrude the given design and form a 3D model out of it. The process is meant to enhance and develop students’ model making skills while also having them explore basic design possibilities.
Description
03 Model Making 101 Quilt Models
Axonometric of project parts
Fall Anne2020Patterson
Base Quilt Design
Iteration 01: attempt to replicate quilt pattern
Iteration 02: approach more focused on structure
Iteration 03: stabilize structure and examine lighting
Plan View and Elevations
Pattern Cut Out
Folded to become 3D box
Design for Recruitment Shirts
Posters/Instagram Posts
Organization: AIAS DigitalIllustration,2021-2022
Organization: ASK DigitalIllustration,2022
Art has, and will, always be a part of my life, no matter the medium. I draw or work on projects on my own time, take commissions on the side, and also volunteer my time to make graphics for clubs/ organizations at the University of Kansas.
Description
Public Pieces
04 Personal and Public Works Graphics|Mixed Media
“Thermal Egg” Textilework,2020RegionalGoldKey&SilverNationalAward, Scholastic Art & Writing Competition InkUntitledillustration,2022 “La Caída” Oilandacrylicpainting,2020 PiecesPersonal
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