Corrie Bolton
INTRODUCTION
Resume
Contact: About:
573-310-4000
Corrie.bolt@ku.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/corrie-bolton-architect
Skills:
▪ Revit
▪ Sketchup
▪ Enscape
▪ Twinmotion
▪ Illustrator
▪ Indesign
Education:
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF COLUMBIA
▪ Graduated May 2021
▪ GPA 3.8
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
▪ Masters in Architecture
▪ August 2021 - Present
▪ GPA 3.7
Scholarships & Honors:
▪ Crimson & Blue Scholarship
▪ Missouri/Kansas Tuition Reciprocity
▪ A+ Scholarship
▪ KU Dean’s List
I am a goal-oriented individual who enjoys finding creative solutions for various problems. As an architecture student I strive to bring beauty into people’s daily lives through unique design.
Work Experience:
WDM ARCHITECTS
Architectural Intern - Summer 2024 - Present - Wichita, KS
▪ Utilized Revit to complete design and construction documents.
▪ Developed preliminary designs and sketches for new projects.
KENNETH SPENCER RESEARCH LIBRARY
Public Services Student Assistant - 2022 - Present - Lawrence, KS
▪ Assist patrons with research and accessing archival materials.
▪ Completed various projects including data organization and writing blog posts.
▪ Paging, reshelving books, and cataloging material.
ADVENTURE LANDING
Sales Associate - Summer 2023 - Jacksonville FL
▪ Assisted in group events, organization outreach, and general sales.
▪ Designed signs and displays to appeal to customers and streamline ticket sales.
▪ Employ of the month June 2023.
JOHNSTON PAINT & DECORATING
Design & Showroom Assistant - 2022 - 2023 - Columbia, MO
▪ Assisted customers in personalized color and material choices for their homes.
▪ Assisted designers with floor plans, sales orders, and showroom organization.
Volunteer & Leadership: THE NAVIGATORS
Servant Leader Team Member - 2022 - 2023 - Lawrence, KS
▪ Assisted in networking, promotional activities, and volunteer events.
▪ Raised funds for and attended 8-week training program in Jacksonville FL.
SUMMER CAMP
Counselor - Strong Tower Ranch & God’s Mountain Camp - 2018 - 2022 - MO
▪ Cabin Leader 2021 & Camp Photographer 2021.
▪ Taught archery, crafts, and led groups of 3-6 children from ages 8-13.
Internship Summer 2024. Wichita, Kansas
Phoenix House
3rd Year Design-Build. Lawrence, Kansas
Monarch
4th Year Mixed-Use Residential. Lawrence, Kansas
Kasityötalo
3rd Year Mixed-Use Residential. Helsinki, Finland
Study Abroad
Winter 2023-2024. Seoul, South Korea. Tokyo & Osaka, Japan
Personal Work
A summary of the crafts that inspied me to study design.
WDM ARCHITECTS
Professional Internship
Summer 2024
About:
WDM Architects is located in Wichita, Kansas and is renowned nationwide for its zoo designs. Some of the zoos include Cleveland, Oklahoma City, and Phoenix Zoos. During my time there I designed and modeled pavillions and created detail views for several zoos. In addition to Zoo design, WDM works locally on a variety of historical restoration and commercial projects.
AT WORK
(Image Credit: Tiffany Todd)
Throughout my time at WDM Architects I worked on several projects. One of the more notable projects was an animal shelter for a nearby city in desperate need of an upgrade from their current building. I developed conceptual plans and elevations for the animal shelter which were then sent to the client.
Along with the animal shelter I also worked on projects for a variety of zoos. These projects included collaborating with coworkers to produce themework elevations for Orangutan habitats, designing shade structures near the zebras, and modeling and detailing Lion viewing structures.
PHOENIX HOUSE
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
ARCH 509, Fall 2023 - Spring 2024
Programs Used:
▪ Revit
Assigned Roles:
▪ Structural Manager
▪ Site Opener & Closer
▪ Truck Driver
Purpose and Goals:
▪ Phoenix House was a collaborative Dirt Works studio project involving 13 students. We partnered with local non-profit Tenants to Homeowners to design and build a single-occupant home that would be used as transitional housing.
People Involved:
▪ Professor Chad Kraus
▪ Adin Mehanovic
▪ Aidan Hall
▪ Alyda Hunnicutt
▪ Amanda Willen
▪ Grace Beirne
▪ Hayley Ford
▪ Julia Bond
▪ Makenna Dawson
▪ Morgan Campell
▪ Morgan Kime
▪ Reese Gilmore
▪ Samantha Weidner
▪ Spencer Landis
Note: All drawings were developed as a studio. Credit has been given to the primary developer of each drawing. Drawings and images are not credited if drawn/taken by me.
(Image Credit: Chad Kraus)
DESIGN PROCESS
We began the design process in small teams. After reviewing several case studies we started doing design charrettes. After 5 charrettes we decided on a design. Throughout our charrettes we were also doing research. One of my tasks was focusing on neighborhood context. My team and I went door to door to meet the neighbors. As we honed in on the final design my tasks included meetings with the structural engineer to ensure our designs were sound. I also worked on drafting exterior details.
Once we finalized our design and got our drawings approved by the city we got to work. Throughout the build process I was involved in a variety of tasks including waterproofing, fabrication, and door installation.
As of November 2024 Tenants to Homeowners has placed the first resident in Phoenix House.
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Design Charrette)
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
3" = 1'-0" 1 SECTION DETAIL @ SOUTH WALL TO ROOF CONNECTION
3/4 X 5" RAIN SCREEN ON GRAD CLIP SYSTEM, SEE SCHEDULE FOR FINISH
4" POLYISO INSULATION
3/4 X 5" RAIN SCREEN ON GRAD CLIP SYSTEM, SEE SCHEDULE FOR FINISH
7/16" ZIP OSB SHEATHING
ALU START (38MM [1 1/2"] X 120MM [4 1/5"])
1/4" CEMENTIOUS PROTECTION BOARD
ALU START (38MM [1 1/2"] X 120MM [4 1/5"])
5" CONCRETE SLAB ON GRADE W/ THICKENED EDGE
1/4" CEMENTIOUS PROTECTION BOARD
10 MIL VAPOR BARRIER
J-FORM FOUNDATION INSULATION, 3LB DENSITY GEOFOAM
10 MIL VAPOR BARRIER
J-FORM FOUNDATION INSULATION, 3LB DENSITY GEOFOAM
12" GRAVEL BACKFILL
4" PERFORATED PIPE SURROUNDED BY LANDSCAPING FABRIC, MIN. 1/8" PER FOOT SLOPE
1" SAND
COMPACTED GRAVEL TO EXTEND TO FROSTLINE, 36" BELOW GRADE
4" PERFORATED PIPE SURROUNDED BY LANDSCAPING FABRIC, MIN. 1/8" PER FOOT SLOPE
3" = 1'-0" 3 SECTION DETAIL @ SOUTH WALL TO FOUNDATION CONNECTION, TYP
DETAIL @ SOUTH WALL TO
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF
7/16" ZIP OSB SHEATHING
2X8 ROOF RAFTERS, 24" O.C. SOLAR PANEL
1X2 ROOF BATTENS ATTACHED TO ROOF RAFTERS
STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF
7/16" ZIP OSB SHEATHING
3-PLY CROSS LAMINATED TIMBER
1X2 ROOF BATTENS ATTACHED TO ROOF RAFTERS
2X8 ROOF RAFTERS, 24" O.C. SOLAR PANEL
FASTENER TYP
3-PLY CROSS LAMINATED TIMBER
2 X 8 EAVE FRAMING, 24" O.C (SISTERED TO ROOF RAFTERS)
FASTENER TYP
1/2" PLYWOOD
METAL FASCIA PLATE W/ DRIP EDGE
2 X 8 EAVE FRAMING, 24" O.C (SISTERED TO ROOF RAFTERS)
2 X 8 LEDGER BOARD
1/2" PLYWOOD
2X6" CEILING FRAME
METAL FASCIA PLATE W/ DRIP EDGE
(2) 3/4" PLYWOOD
2 X 8 LEDGER BOARD
1/2" GWB, PNT .02
2X6" CEILING FRAME
DRYWALL F REVEAL
(2) 3/4" PLYWOOD
1/2" GWB, PNT .02
7/16" ZIP OSB SHEATHING
DRYWALL F REVEAL
4" POLYISO INSULATION
7/16" ZIP OSB SHEATHING
3/4 X 5" RAIN SCREEN ON GRAD CLIP SYSTEM, SEE SCHEDULE FOR FINISH
3/4 X 5" RAIN SCREEN ON GRAD CLIP SYSTEM, SEE SCHEDULE FOR FINISH
3-PLY CROSS LAMINATED TIMBER
3-PLY CROSS
(1) #4 CONT AT TOP AND (2) #4 BARS CONT AT BOTTOM. TYP AT THICKENED SLAB EDGE #4 3'-0" HOOK BARS AT 24" OC. TYP AT THICKENED SLAB EDGE
HONED FINISH ON SLAB-ON-GRADE W/ INTEGRA COLOR
FINISH ON SLAB-ONGRADE, W/ INTEGRA COLOR
HONED FINISH ON SLAB-ON-GRADE W/ INTEGRA COLOR HONED FINISH ON SLAB-ONGRADE, W/ INTEGRA COLOR
(1) #4 CONT AT TOP AND (2) #4 BARS CONT AT BOTTOM. TYP AT THICKENED SLAB EDGE #4 3'-0" HOOK BARS AT 24" OC. TYP AT THICKENED SLAB EDGE
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Image Credit: Chad Kraus)
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Image Credit: Morgan Kime)
(Image Credit: Chad Kraus)
FINISHED DESIGN
(Image Credit: Chad Kraus)
(Image Credit: Chad Kraus)
MONARCH APARTMENTS
URBAN DESIGN
ARCH 608, Fall 2024
Programs Used:
▪ Revit
▪ Enscape
Skills Learned:
▪ This studio implemented AIA Cote Top 10 Standards for Students which encouraged me to think holistically of my design. I also learned about on-site water collection, filtration, and retention.
Purpose and Goals:
▪ Monarch appartments seeks to foster a sense of community in downtown Lawrence by incorporating much-needed facilities, affordable housing, and green infrastructure at the gateway of South Lawrence.
PROCESS
Site:
Location: 636 Massachusetts Street Lawrence, KS
Process Diagram:
KAW RIVER
MASS STREET
VIEWS OF SITE
BUFORD PARK
LAWRENCE AQUATICS CENTER PARK
RIVERFRONT PLAZA
Water:
Total site square footage: 36,000 sf
Pervious: 58% of site
Impervious: 78% of site
5 Retention tanks located under the parking garage store roughly 40395 gallons. Gray water is collected from the roofs and recessed planters as well as from water used within the building then processed through the Living Machine located in the rooftop greenhouse. The Living Machine system is a low energy water treatment system that uses biological systems to mimic nature’s way of water treatment. Microorganisms break down sewage and turn it into potable water. The water will then be recirculated through the building as gray water.
Sidewalk View
DESIGN
OUTDOOR AMPITHEATER PARKING GARAGE ENTRY
BUTTERFLY GARDEN
BULK DRY-GOODS
LOBBY
BICYCLE LANE
MECH
COFFEE SHOP
BICYCLE
Level 05 - Occupiable Roof & Greenhouse
Level 03 - 04 - Residential
Level 02 - Daycare & Residential
HUMAN CONNECTION
Resident Analysis:
Elderly.
This user group is looking for mobility. They want an area that is easy to maintain and feels like home.
Young singles.
This user group consists of college students and working professionals who are looking to live alone or with roomates in an affordable starter unit.
23 Total Units
Couples.
This user group is looking for a space where they can feel at home. It should be spacious and easy to grow with.
Families. This user group is looking for space. They want a unit where they do not feel cramped or like they are constantly tripping over each other.
11 ONE-BEDROOM (7 LOFTED, 4 ONE-LEVEL)
8 TWO-BEDROOM
4 THREE-BEDROOM
According to the National Multifamily Housing Council
Courtyard View
51% of apartment households have 1 resident, 28% have 2 residents (18% of this is couples, and the remaining 6% is roommates) and 21% have 3 or more residents. Using these numbers I set aside approximately 50% of my units to be one-bedroom apartments that could serve single residents and young couples. 30% of the apartments are two-bedroom units which can serve roommates, small families, or empty nesters who look forward to kids and grandkids coming to visit. The final unit type makes up 20% of the total units and are 3 bedroom layouts designed for families or roommates.
West Elevation
ENVIRONTMENTAL CONNECTION
Rooftop
DESIGN
ASTER
(1-Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
LANTANA
(1-Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
GOLDENROD
(2-Bedroom, 2 Bathroom)
CONEFLOWER
(3-Bedroom, 3 Bathroom)
KASITYÖTALO
Mixed-Use Residential
ARCH 508, Fall 2023
Programs Used:
▪ Revit
▪ Twinmotion
▪ Adobe Illustrator
Skills Learned:
▪ Mass Timber Construction
▪ Multi-purpose Space Planning
Purpose and Goals:
▪ Kasityötalo is a mixed-use building containing a maker space and affordable apartments and studios for up and coming artists and craftsmen. In addition to the metal and wood shops, there is also a retail space, gallery, and event space open to the public. The purpose of this place is to create a vibrant community that encourages young talent by giving it a place to flourish.
▪ Kasityötalo sits near the harbor in Helsinki, Finland. With views to the sea and a key location between some of Helsinki’s most prominent parks and importabt dock, this building has the potential to spark something new. It ties together the natural and built environment. It represents a new age of life in an everchanging landscape.
PROCESS
SITE
Location: 00150 Helsinki, Finland
Conceptual Diagrams:
Synthesis
The site is located in Eira, a residential neighborhood in Helsinki, Finland. It sits adjacent to a school, accross from a vast urban park, and near the old industrial district. Unique views penetrate the site, which acts as an intersection between various aspects of the bustling city. This idea of intersection became the driving factor in the design.
DESIGN
Level 5 - Rooftop
Level 3-4 - Apartments & Studios
DESIGN
Conceptual Diagrams:
Carbon Sequestration Wind Harvesting Solar Harvesting Green Infrastructure
Mass timber is not only a renewable material, it also sequesters carbon. crosslaminated timber panels and glue-laminated beams structurally support the building as well as help with offsetting its carbon footprint.
Aeromine Technologies is developing a rooftop wind harvesting unit that silently turns wind into energy. The system works when solar does not, during the night and on cloudy days.
Monochrystalline solar panels mounted on the roof harvest solar energy to offset use within the building.
An extensive green roof supports native vegetation and negates heat island effect on the site. The plant life on the roof also acts as a pervious surface, collecting and naturally filtering water before returning it to the earth.
DESIGN
(South Elevation)
(East Elevation)
KOREA & JAPAN 2024
Study Abroad
Winter 2023-2024
Itinerary:
▪ 10 days - Seoul, South Korea
▪ 5 days - Osaka, Japan
▪ 5 days - Tokyo, Japan
Key Takeaways:
▪ Traveling to Korea and Japan was an eyeopening experience. I was immersed into a dense, yet walkable urban environment that was unlike anywhere I had been before. The food, architecture, and culture made for an unforgettable escapade. One of the most fascinating things to me about Tokyo and Seoul is the combination of ancient and modern architecture. I was able to learn so much about these cities just by walking from one structure to the next. From the palaces to the new construction, every building provided me with a historical context to the rich histories of these beautiful cities.
SOUTH KOREA
(Museum San)
(Amore Pacific)
(Soul Lantern Festival)
(Soul Lantern Festival)
(Seoul City Wall)
(Ewha Women’s University)
(Amore Pacific)
JAPAN
(Azabudai Hills)
(Kyomizu Temple)
(Himeji Castle)
(Kyomizu Temple)
(Himeji Castle)
(Umeda Sky Building)
PERSONAL WORK
IN THE WOODSHOP
About:
▪ Almost every architect has creative origins and I am no different. I have always loved picking up new hobbies. From crocheting to simple woodworking I have learned a variety of crafts from talented individuals who have takent the time to pour into me. Each craft that I have picked up has taught me more and more how to think dimensionally and that all forms of art are scaleable.
BUILDS
Rolling Pin:
The rolling pin is my first wood turning project. The goal was to make handmade christmas gifts and learn a new skill along the way. The rolling pins are crafted from maple and sealed with mineral oil. In the end I made four rolling pins, improving with each one.
Chair-bed:
This was a group project with Makenna Dawson and Reese Gilmore. We partnered with Family Promise, a local shelter in Lawrence, to build a piece a chair that doubled as a twin bed for their intake office at their new facility. The chair is constructed from 1/2 inch plywood cut on the CNC and assembled around a frame. The patterns on the sides reduce weight and create handles to easily change the position of the unit.
Corrie Bolton
