Destin Todd
Florida A&M University
ABOUT ME
PERSONAL
My name is Destin Todd, I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Architecture and will be eligible to graduate August 2025. As a Tallahassee native, I have always been inspired by the intersection of art, movement, and the built environment. My passion for drawing, sports, travel, and the outdoors informs my design perspective. I had the privilege of playing baseball at FAMU on an athletic scholarship and was a member of the 2019 team that won the MEAC Conference Championship. These experiences have instilled in me a strong work ethic, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence— qualities I bring to my architectural pursuits.
EXPERIENCE
With two years of experience in landscaping and irrigation, I have contributed to the design, installation, and maintenance of outdoor environments. Additionally, my four years in construction—including two years as the owner of DLT Enterprises—have provided me with hands-on expertise in building processes, site development, and material applications. These experiences have shaped my architectural perspective, reinforcing my understanding of the built environment and the integration of natural and constructed spaces.
Program Experience
Autodesk Programs
-Forma
-AutoCAD
-Revit
-Cloud Rendering
-Twinmotion
Adobe Programs
-Photoshop
-Illistrator
-Indesign
-Acrobat
Other Programs
-Cadmapper
-SketchUp
-Rhinoceros
-Lumion
-Enscape
-Grasshopper
GUEST HOUSE
TALLAHASSEE, FL
TALLAHASSEE, FL
PORCH
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TALLAHASSEE, FL
Rail & Canvas
Design 8 (Senior Year)
Spring 2025
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Purpose: Multi-Purpose Complex
Project Description:
This project integrates a functional light rail station and a vertical art gallery at the corner of FAMU Way and Railroad Avenue. The station and rail stop are nearly complete, while the art gallery and park are still in design. The layout responds directly to the site and function, creating a cohesive urban space. The station features exposed timber framing with a modern façade and includes a café, restaurant, grocery store, and convenience store. Its framing and roof structure align with the rail stop, ensuring a unified architectural language. Together, these elements form a connected and vibrant complex.
3D Section View (East)
WEST PERSPECTIVE VIEW
EAST PERSPECTIVE VIEW
PLAZA PERSPECTIVE VIEW
CONCOURSE PERSPECTIVE VIEW
Steel Post Footing
Storefront Glazing
Sloped Glazing
Spider Clamp
16"x16" Timber Column
4"x24" Timber Beam
Spider Clamp
2"x12" Timber Beam
Steel "T" Connector
6" Carriage Bolts
Singapore Farming Project
Design 7 (Senior Year)
Fall 2024
Location: Singapore, Asia
Purpose: Multi-Purpose Complex
Project Description:
Farmers Paradise offers an innovative solution to Singapore’s food crisis, where over 90% of food is imported. This proposal envisions a self-sufficient community where residents grow all the food they consume, while also creating local job opportunities. The complex integrates residential apartments, office spaces, a farmers’ market, restaurants, a shopping mall, and a grade school, fostering a vibrant, multi-functional environment. A key feature of the design is its extensive agricultural spaces, including ground-level plots, rooftop gardens, and indoor growhouses. Grow spaces and farming equipment are available for rent, generating a sustainable income stream for the complex. Additionally, the proposal includes an agricultural school for all ages, teaching residents how to grow and harvest their own food, aiming to permanently address the food crisis. The design draws inspiration from the organic forms and green architecture of the nearby Parkroyal Hotel by WOHA, creating a harmonious blend of nature and urban living.
HOTEL FLOOR PLAN
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
SITE PLAN
Miami Beach Project
Design 6 (Junior Year)
Summer 2024
Location: North Miami Beach, Florida
Type: Multi-Purpose Complex
Project Description:
This multi-use complex features an art gallery, restaurant, coffee shop, and a hotel with 120 rooms. The design embraces a modern style inspired by the works of Guy Peterson, a prominent Miami architect. The streamlined, longitudinal form, with its crisp white facades, open floor plans, and the use of modern materials, aligns with Peterson’s signature approach, blending aesthetic appeal with practicality for Florida’s climate. The layout is thoughtfully crafted to maximize the site’s stunning views, incorporating the Miami skyline to the north, south, and west, while offering expansive beach views to the east. This integration of natural surroundings enhances both the functionality and visual experience of the space.
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
PAPER MODEL
Hopi Tribe Retreat
Design 5 (Junior Year)
Summer 2024
Location: Hopi Reservation, Arizona
Type: Reatreat Style Complex
Project Description:
This project is a retreat-style complex inspired by the Hopi people and their traditional customs. Designed to accommodate 10 people, the complex features living, educational, and recreational spaces. The architecture and material choices draw from the traditional pueblo style, with a rectangular building footprint, small rectangular windows, and the use of stone and adobe materials. These elements reflect the Hopi’s rich cultural heritage, while creating a functional and immersive retreat experience.
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
PAPER MODEL
Savannah Infill Project
Design 4 (Sophomore Year)
Spring 2024
Location: Savannah, Georgia
Type: Housing
Project Description:
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath apartment complex features a blend of shared and private spaces, embodying a modern design inspired by architect Christian Kerez’s “House with a Missing Column.” The structure employs cantilevered floors and roofs, combined with expansive glass elements, to evoke the push/pull and solid/void effects characteristic of Kerez’s work. This approach creates a dy namic interplay between openness and enclosure, enhancing both the visual appeal and spatial experience of the building.
3D SECTION VIEW
Fintech Office Building
CADD (Sophomore Year)
Spring 2022
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Type: Office Building
Project Description:
This project is a two-story office building designed in full compliance with Florida Building and Fire Prevention Codes, as well as National Electrical Codes. The design includes comprehensive structural and electrical details, along with a complete list of building materials. The building is fully furnished and incorporates all essential amenities, ensuring both functionality and comfort for its occupants.
APPLICABLE CODES:
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, BUILDING (FBC-B) 2016 EDITION
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, MECHANICAL (FBC-M) 2016 EDITION
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, FUEL GAS (FBC-FG) 2016 EDITION
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, PLUMBING (FBC-P) 2016 EDITION
FLORIDA BUILDING CODE, ACCESSIBILITY (FBC-A) 2016 EDITION
FLORIDA FIRE PREVENTION CODE (FFPC) 2016 EDITION
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC) 2016 EDITION
The Mini-Capitol Kiosk
CADD (Sophomore Year)
Spring 2022
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Type: Information Kiosk
Project Description:
This was one of my first design projects at FAMU. The concept is an informative kiosk that provides visitors with insights, guidance, and the history of Tallahassee. Drawing inspiration from the Capitol Building, a prominent symbol of the city, I based the design on its architectural elements, leading to the name “The Mini-Capitol.” The structure reflects the Capitol’s iconic form while serving as a functional and engaging space for the public.
