DIVYA PATEL ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
DIVYA PATEL Northeastern University Bachelors of Science in Architecture patel.divya1@northeastern.edu (713) 256-1244 Houston, TX & Boston, MA
Table of Contents: 01
Itinerent Tent
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Graduate Student Housing
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BPL Chinatown
04
Sims Bayou Restoration
05
Watchtower Design
06
Personal Photography
01 Itinerant Tent
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The basis of this project was understanding the material, technical and spatial conditions of a case study through the process of deconstructing and re-constructing the Itinerant Tent by Fabrizio Pugliese and Gabriel Huarte. During this process, consciously or less so, there were several instances where exterior factors and conditions produced a series of alterations from the original, developing new ways of addressing them.
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To comprehend the specific design techniques of the Itinerant Tent, it was essential to break down every module connection and create a 1/20m complete model and 1/2.2m scaled section model. Through these “replicas” and the act of producing it through drawing and modeling, I was able to understand the processes involved and the specific techniques needed for achievingthat particular outcome.
02 Graduate Student Housing
This design was created in order to fit the guidelines set by Northeastern University for their plan to repurpose a parking lot near Stetson East Residence Hall, once known as Jarvis Street, into a four-story graduate
This development was made to compete in the competive housing market in Fenway, Boston while also meeting guidelines set by the ADA standards, Northeastern and the city of Boston.
Ground Floor
2nd Floor studio 3-bedroom 6-bedroom 2-bedroom 4’
3rd Floor
4th Floor
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In this architectural design, each housing unit was conceived to accommodate 33 residents. A comprehensive examination of the graduate student demographic at Northeastern University revealed that a substantial portion of graduate students residing near the campus are international students. These international students frequently opt to cohabitate with peers from their respective regions as a means of economizing living expenses. This pattern often results in the formation of sizable cohabiting groups of international students, aiming to attain more cost-effective housing arrangements. Private Living Room -open to residence of 2 of the 6-bedroom units only
unit configuration diagram
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studios three
2-bedrooms
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3-bedrooms
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Washer & Dryer -open to residence only
6-bedrooms
Communal Kitchen -open to residence only
Public Cafe/ Study Lounge -open to residence & other Northeastern students
Consequently, this analysis led to the development of a strategic plan that entails the creation of affordable six-bedroom housing units, distributed across two floors, tailored to meet the specific requirements and preferences of international graduate students, ensuring their comfort and affordability.
Public Outdoor Space -open to residence & other Bostonians
To enhance the comfort and sense of community for international students, it was essential to establish dedicated spaces. By introducing a community garden that hosts farmers’ markets, students can not only access fresh food but also connect with local community members. Additionally, communal kitchens within the building provide opportunities for students to meet and interact with one another. Finally, the provision of private dining areas within the two six-bedroom units fosters bonding among residents as they share meals.
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scale 1/8”=1’00”
03 BPL Chinatown
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B GENERAL LIBRARY STORAGE
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third level
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first level
Through site visits and active engagement with the BPL’s mission, I familiarized myelf with some of the main design challenges facing the public library today. I explored both conceptual and pragmatic expressions of “publicness” across scales—from the political agency of public spaces within urban environments, to the creative integration of accessibility codes and standards.
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This design focuses on reconciling the symbolic and the mundane aspects of the library, approaching the building as both a universal icon for democratic ideals and a dynamic social space that supports the communal life of the neighborhood.
borrow seeds grow seeds
seed library
get seeds from library and grow them in the elevated garden
green space to grow your own fresh produce
save seeds return and share seeds
SOLAR ORIENTATION
ARCH2130 Final Site Analysis Sydney Pyles
elevated garden
learn how to grow certain plants and vegetables
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Hudson St
sell produce grown in the elevated garden
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marketplace by day + food truck park by night
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Sun locations during hours of operation 9am-5pm (Using data from October 29, 2022)
The South side of the site always recieves the most sunlight (Boston in Northern hemisphere)
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Drawing Scale 1/64”=1’
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Site Section
the outdoor living room
04 Sims Bayou Restoration
The Sims Bayou watershed covers an area of approximately 63 square miles and includes several neighborhoods in Houston. The bayou has been the focus of several major flood control projects over the years, including the construction of levees, detention ponds, and other infrastructure designed to manage floodwaters during heavy rain events. However, Sims Bayou is not a popular recreational area and not as effective in stormwater management as it could be.
Sims Bayou
This issue can be resolved with parks that offer residents and visitors the opportunity to fish, hike, bike, and enjoy other outdoor activities in a natural setting. In addition, adding bioswales and permeable pavers along the bayou will allow improvement with stormwater management.
Concrete Pavers
Bedding Course
Base Course
Soil Subgrade
Storm Surge 20’-30’
Bioswale along Bayou Edges a 4-meter bioswale can reduce about
25% of the total rainfall runoff
Storm Surge 15’-20’
Shaded Community Areas
projected to have at least 60%
increase in usage of area
Permeable Pavement water infiltration rates for pervious concrete range from 288-770 inches per hour. For permeable pavements, infiltration typically exceeds 800 inches per hour.
Storm Surge 5’-15’
Daily Fluctuation 0’-05’
05 Watchtower Design
This design project was created to understand the architectonics of wood light frame construction. The structure itself revealed, exploited, and dramatized the nature of wood frame construction including its lightweight standardized elements, modular planning, simple assembly, and plethora of formal possibilities.
The watchtower design was made to meet the specific requirements for configuration that demonstrated “load path,” the path that loads necessarily follow to ultimately reach the ground.
06 Personal Photography
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addition of new chairs