‘R.O.O.T.’ - Retention to Ottawa’s Originating TreesGatineau, Quebec
Land-scape / Tree-scape / Slow-scapeOttawa, Ontario
NEW ‘YOU’ CENTREOttawa, Ontario
Mercato 24’Ottawa, Ontario
TCHC Duncanwoods Facade RetrofitToronto, Ontario
TCHC Lambertcourt Facade RetrofitToronto, Ontario
Foresthill Basement RenovationSt. Thomas, Ontario
North Ridge Sun ShadeLondon, Ontario
St. Thomas Animal ShelterSt. Thomas, Ontario
77 Beaty Ave. Unit C
Toronto, Ontario M6K 3B3
519 200 0054
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PLANT Architect Inc.
(Toronto, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
Architectural Designer - 2023 mid - 2024 mid -
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
a+LiNK Architecture Inc.
(London, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism
(Ottawa, ON)
OAA ’SHIFT 201 Competition
(Ottawa, ON)
Chiba Manabu Architects
(Tokyo, Japan)
Skinner Architects Inc.
(London, ON)
Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism
(Carleton University)
Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism
(Carleton University)
Cooperative Education
(London, ON)
M.Arch Intern Architect OAA
Imagine Architecture - Instructor - 2023 -
Graduate Studio Teaching Assistant - 2022 -
CSALT (Carleton Sensory Architecture and Liminal Technologies Laboratory) Teaching Assistant - 2022‘MoCreebec Community Design Publication’Student Assistant - 2022 -
Architectural Designer - 2019 - 2022 -
‘Sponsored Housing Studio’ vol 1/2/3 Editor - 2019 -
Fourth Year Representative - 2018 - 2019 -
Research Team Member - 2019 -
Internship - 2018 -
Architectural Associate - 2014 - 2015 -
Master’s of Architecture - Graduate - 2021 - 2023 -
Bachelor of Architectural Science - Graduate 2015 - 2019 -
200+ Hours working first hand within the Architectural firm Skinner Architects Inc. - 2014 -
Cooking
Slow Food Movement
Deep woods Outdoors
Furniture Design + Construction
Graphic Design
Traveling
Photography (Digital + Film)
Cinematography
Kayaking/Canoing
Fitness + Athletics
AIA Medal for Academic Excellence
‘Building 22’ Edition 22 - Published
Alpha Rho Chi Award
Awarded to the top graduating students with a Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Architecture, or Doctor of Architecture from schools accredited by NAAB or CACB - 2023 -
Annual publication of student design excellence - 2023 -
Annual award to the graduating senior for leadership, willing service to the school or department, and gives promise of real professional merit through their attitude and personality - 2019 -
‘Building 22’ Edition 19 - Published
Winner - Shift Infrastructure Competition (OAA)
‘Sponsored Housing Studio’ vol.1 - Published
‘Building 22’ Edition 18 - Published
Faculty Choice Award - Nomination
‘Building 22’ Edition 17 - Nomination
Annual publication of student design excellence - 2019 -
Annual team based competition for new infrastructure innovation in architecture - 2018 -
Annual publication for fourth year Housing Studio - 2018 -
Annual publication of student design excellence - 2018 -
Annual publication for design excellence - 2018 -
Annual publication for design excellence - 2015 - 2016 - 2017 - 2018 -
Reference letters and contact information upon request
Urban forestry centre located in abutting the shoreline of the Ottawa River. The purposed of the project was to tackle climate change through political and social nuances at various scales.
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Moffit
Jerry Hacker
COLLABORATORS
Individual
DURATION: Four Months
SOFTWARE:
Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
Gatineau, Quebec
R.O.O.T consists of public program and circulation while perpendicular private programs are inserted within. To establish the building within the landscape and to informally ‘blur’ the richness of modern material, R.O.O.T begins to express sustainable initiatives systematically as well as visually. Some of these concepts are expressed externally on the facade such as; corten steel paneling that mimics earth tones and stationary elements on the southern most facade. Interior initiatives are proven through minimizing assembly time through prefabricated components, harnessing enriched air from tree growth, locally sourced materials, grey water systems and kinetic conditions for ventilation.
To express each of these highlighted components R.O.O.T is constructed through a series of hide and reveal to express the vulnerability of each constructed item as well as intrigue to explore such aspects, this is done through well crafted details, material choice, and high value decision making Aspects that reflect this concept are; Structure, joinery, and services
R.O.O.T is an institution to educate, grow and provide meaningful elegance of Ontario’s native species of vegetation through being; surrounded through structural expression and through formal study of dendrology.
MEETING ROOM
CONFERENCE ROOM
FLEXIBLE MEETING ROOM
ADVISOR:
Jerry Hacker
DURATION: 8 months
SOFTWARE: Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, QGIS
LOCATION: Combermere, Ontario
As the world becomes increasingly led by fast-paced stimulation, observation, and experience through technology, critical engagement with the physical presence of the environment is decreasing. This recent superficial engagement made possible through the digital space is eroding a critical awareness of the physical human condition, even though the human condition has had a much longer history with space whereby people were personally, physically, and mindfully immersed. As a result of this new digital mindset and ‘rushed’ mode of engagement, there has been a shift in human consciousness: Space and architecture are perceived differently, and barriers have been created in fostering deeper connections. In response, this thesis seeks to explore the meaning of ‘Slowness’ in architecture and engage with issues of authenticity and timelessness of a place.
Using a site in Combermere, Ontario, a process of deep observation and critical site engagement was used to help try and re-discover the meaning of ‘Slowness’ in architecture that is situated in an otherwise un-slow world. The result is a type of counter-resistance; one that positions deep and meaningful engagement as an antidote to the otherwise fast, blurry, simulated, and constructed experience offered through digital technology.
a urban scale design project that reflects a renaissance of airport architecture by providing a place within an industrial ‘nowhere’ concept
INSTRUCTOR: Greg Andonian
COLLABORATORS
Andrew Cornthwaite
Corina Amarioarei
DURATION: 3 months
SOFTWARE: Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION: Ottawa, Ontario
Our intentions of the site are to create a constitutional campus that allows for a multitude of programs that enforces the revitalization of the “wait” in an “industrial” condition. We have created a verbal language that reflects concepts that helped to build the foundation for this structure; these include: Transport, circulation, environments, revitalize, typology, and the un-connected.
The ‘NEW YOU’ centre is a rehabilitation institution that allows self aware people to be admitted, rehabilitated and thus making a reflective change within themselves. This facility allows for new education, new social skills, and new means of a living/thriving life while all under one roof. The facility incorporates a full functioning civilized internal society within a single place to reestablish the person into the real social society.
EDUCATION / ADMINISTRATIVE / SOCIAL level one
FITNESS / EDUCATION / SOCIAL / CAFETERIA level two
// MERCATO 2 4 // Academic
Mercato 2 4 is a collaborative intensification design project that focuses on 3 phases of design process; beginning with a macro urban scale and ending in a micro technical scale of each building with the proposed site.
INSTRUCTOR:
Zachary Colbert
COLLABORATORS
Jasmine Sykes
DURATION: 4 months
SOFTWARE: Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION: Ottawa, Ontario
The City of Ottawa intends to focus the future growth of the city in-and-around new and existing transit stations. ‘Mercato 2 4’ is a response to a future light rail transit station. Transit-Oriented Design (TOD).
In response to this, ‘Mercato 2 4’ puts forth a cohesive urban environment that is also enriched with creative spaces to support the existing artistic community that resides currently on the western most side of the site.
The 35 storey high rise situated at the most northern point within the Gladstone/Preston site, functions as a cornerstone in regards of residential, community hub and educational practice. Embracing the urban movements throughout the site ‘Your Space’ results in a porous like atmosphere that allows the future public density a place to live, learn and create.
STUDIO AND WORKSHOP SPACES
L.R.T. STATION + COMMUNITY CENTRE
CONNECTION BRIDGES PROTECTED BICYCLE PATH PEDESTRIAN
TYPICAL LIVE / WORK STUDIO
level one
TYPICAL LIVE / WORK STUDIO
level two
COMMERCIAL / LOBBY level one
PLANT Architect Inc.
DURATION:
Ongoing - Phased Project
ROLE:
Design Development
Specification/Code Research
Construction Documentation (view on request)
SOFTWARE:
Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
Toronto, Ontario
As part of a Architectural services Roster position with Toronto Community Housing Cooperation (TCHC) PLANT Architect Inc. was hired to fulfill a multi-phased holistic improvement to building conditions of all 57 units, which will remain fully occupied throughout construction.
Scope of work includes excavation for foundation waterproofing and the reinstatement of impacted landscape, exterior window and door replacement, installation of additional insulation, re-cladding and required structural repairs, and mechanical and electrical upgrades for improved tenant comfort and 25% better energy efficiency.
Changes to the exterior to the townhouses in a contemporary appearance addresses aspects of the original design that deemed undesirable. Our role was create a place for each tenant and their family to call an individualized home set away from the replication from the rest.
Unique colour palettes, canopy, and window extrusions were some of the various ways PLANT approached this problematic task of uniqueness among mass the simplistic aged construction.
PLANT Architect Inc.
DURATION:
Ongoing - Phased Project
ROLE:
Design Development
Specification/Code Research
Construction Documentation (view on request)
SOFTWARE:
Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
Toronto, Ontario
As part of a Architectural services Roster position with Toronto Community Housing Cooperation (TCHC) PLANT Architect Inc. was hired to fulfill a multi-phased holistic improvement to building conditions of this 3 storey building, which will remain fully occupied throughout construction.
Scope of work includes excavation for foundation waterproofing and the reinstatement of impacted landscape, exterior window and door replacement, installation of additional insulation, re-cladding and required structural repairs, and mechanical and electrical upgrades for improved tenant comfort and 25% better energy efficiency.
Changes to the exterior to the midrise in a contemporary appearance addresses aspects of the original design that deemed undesirable. Our role was create a place for each tenant and their family to call an individualized home set away from the replication from the rest.
Unique colour palettes, canopy, and window extrusions were some of the various ways PLANT approached this problematic task of uniqueness among mass the simplistic aged construction.
PLANT Architect Inc.
DURATION: Ongoing
ROLE:
Millwork Construction Documentation (view on request)
SOFTWARE:
Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
Toronto, Ontario
PLANT Architect Inc. was commissioned by a private client to upgrade, renovate, and adapt new contemporary and modern finishing to their multi-generational home. Portion of the scope of work was develop a separate lower unit for potential rental income. This unit was to be completely private with separate entry. In response PLANT implemented a phased approach of disgustingly different modern finishes and millwork opposing the upper floor’s designed aesthetic.
In collaboration with PLANT’s go to esteemed millwork carpenter and wood working artisan, PLANT designed fully custom millwork throughout the 2 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Everything millimeter of designed space has been considered; from detailing the finite reveal to specifying an entire movable bookcase.
// City of London - North Ridge Sun Shade // Professional
a+LiNK Architecture Inc.
DURATION: Ongoing
ROLE:
Schematic Design Lead
Design Development
Construction Documentation (view on request)
SOFTWARE:
AutoCAD, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
London, Ontario
a+LiNK Architecture was hired under contract by the City of London to investigate potential shading devices for the North Ridge Pool. The site consists of 3 different pools for various age groups. The device shall be inhabitable by all parties using the facility while maintaining aesthetics and budget at the forefront.
Systematically the structure was built through a series of galvanized H.S.S. beams, these beams are exposed to the elements to express themselves structurally as well as aesthetically. This project while being small in budget and scale emphasized structurally expressions while also adapting the public realm through seating.
a+LiNK Architecture Inc.
DURATION: Ongoing
ROLE: Schematic Design Lead
3D Visualizer
SOFTWARE: AutoCAD, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite
LOCATION:
St. Thomas, Ontario
Throughout the years of exponential growth in animals within St. Thomas, the infrastructure of the existing building and its program has started to be overwhelmed. The city of St. Thomas has begun to review possible locations for the ever changing industry of pet health.
a+LiNK Architecture was hired to review potential sites around the city that could house such a site specific program.
Additionally, a+LiNK was to design and develop exterior visuals to create an exciting and aesthetic look for funding. These designed exteriors were presented to the city’s population for fundraising and provide a general underlining of an ongoing need of something new.
Safe, spacious, and secure are progressive terms in this design to create a place for the pets of St. Thomas.
