DC
ortes
This portfolio represents several projects which I have accomplished throughout my time as an architecture student at the University of Kentucky. The images along with the captions shown in this portfolio are a representation of how my architecture skills have developed over the course of time.
Dulce Cortes | (270)804-8965 | dulcecortes0630@gmail.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS Phillips Chapel C.M.E Variant The Triquad The Social Home Exploration Outdoor Terrace Part and Whole Plant Holder Light Fixture
PHILLIPS CHAPEL C.M.E October 2023
This church has a lot of existing conditions that were in bad shape and the client had several goals. The existing building lacked functional restrooms, there were no functional air conditioning units, it was not ADA accessible, etc. To fulfil the client’s goals, I collaborated with three colleagues to propose three potential phases that the church could be refurbished to. In collaboration with Maggie C., Jaxon P., and Anna S.
Floor Plan
THIRD PHASE FLOOR PLAN
Parking
Fellowship Hall
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Courtyard
New Building
Sanctuary
SCALE 1’= 1/16” 16
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PHILLIPS CHAPEL_RENOVATION & ADDITION
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Concept Diagram
Phase 1:
Phase 2:
Phase 3:
-Restoration & program changes
-Sanctuary addition along the axis
-Shift new building -Courtyard addition -New programatic needs
Material Map
01- White Painted Brick 02- Glass 03- Black Sheet Tin 04- Stained Glass 05- Oak Wood 06- Black Painted Steel Beams 07- Shou Sugi Ban Siding
Renders
VARIANT March 2023
The project offers a variety of unit types including townhomes and one bedroom condos. The focus of our project was to provide daily interactions between residents of the community while also emphasizing circulation. The complexes are arranged in a symmetrical manner and mirrored to provide variation within the space. The pond runs between both units. Included in both the townhomes and condos are large windows for natural lighting and balconies for people to enjoy the outdoors while staying in the comfort of their homes. In collaboration with Faiza H.
1 Bedroom
Kicthen Dinning Area
Bathroom
Half Bath
Bedroom
Living Room
Back Porch Balcony Laundry Room
1st Floor Plan
2nd Floor Plan
Section Plan 1
Section Plan 2
Townhome
TOWNHOUSE PLANS
Kicthen
Living CommonSpace Space Garage
G r
UP
UP
1st Floor Plan
Bedroom 02 Bedroom 02
Bal o y Balcony Bath 02 Bath 02 Bath 01 Bath 01
L UNDR
Bedroom 01
Bedroom 01
UP UP
LAUNDRY
DOWN DOWN
Balcony Balcony
2nd Floor Plan
Rooftop Garden
Bedroom Bedroom 0303 DOWN DOWN
Bath 03
Bath 03
3rd Floor Plan
Diagrams
Both contain a similar language
Townhome
1 Bedroom Condo
Isometric Site
Renders
Render 1
Render 2
3D Print of 1 bedroom condo
THE TRIQUAD December 2022
The Triquad is a verticle takeoff airport. It involves a series of quadrilateral spaces while also incuding multiples of three throughout the program. The airport adds a little of excitement to the traveler’s day by containing several spaces to adventure through ontheir way to their gate. The space is adventourous, but not confusing to the point where guests can miss their flight.
Floor Plans
Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2
Section Plan
Section Plan 1
3D Print
THE SOCIAL HOME May 2022
In the space of this institution I have intended to incorporate a mission of having equity, diversity, and inclusion among the community of Lexington. The relationship between all of my programmatic activities strives to connect people with resources and helps build relationships all while spending time at The Social Home.
Floor Plans
1st Floor Plan
2nd Floor Plan
Diagrams
Program Diagram
Morphology of Form Diagrams
WATER EXPLORATION October 2021
For this water exploration, we were asked to play with the relationship between architecture and water. Therefore, I designed and built five working prototypes of water systems.
Diagrams Rain Collection
Filtration Treatment
Bath Water Containment
River Water Submersion
Tap Water Delivery
Renders
OUTDOOR TERRACE May 2021
I designed a few abstract models of a pavilion in Rhino and then made foam models. After visiting the site, I was able to think deeper into where I would want to place my pavilion, the exact patterns that I wanted to use and what materials I wanted to incorporate. Finally, after sever itterations, I was able to complete my project.
Abstract Pattern Studies
In this exercise I used my contemporary architect research as well as my agricultural pattern research for inspiration to create my own abstract pattern studies.
Model
Foam Model Investigations
Rhino Model ISO Views
Pavillion 1
Site Plan
Render 1
Render 2
Pavillion 2
Site Plan
Render 1
Render 2
PART AND WHOLE December2020
In this exercise I created clusters from shapes using different shapes and forms of each other. Then, various shapes were used to cut voids into the cluster models. Eventually, from all itterations, I chose one cluster that I wanted to develop further.
Overall Process Overview
ISO Cluster
Cluster with voids
Artwork for material
Mapping Strategy
-Linear -Ombre
Collision
Aperture
Plush
Artwork on model ISO
PLANT HOLDER October 2023
This project is a prototype from my midterm project, therefore, it is half scale. The purpose of this furniture piece is to serve as a plant holder. Using inspiration from parametric design, the plant holder uses a spine and rib technique to hold all layers of basewood together. This method allows a 3D form to be created from planar shapes. The base where the plant sits can slide in and out to be exchanged from glass to wood depending on the aesthetic look that wants to be displayed.
LIGHT FIXTURE December 2022
This light fixture project was designed in Rhino and 3D printed. A cord and lightbulb were placed inside to create the lighting. The type of lightbulb that was used for this project is an LED Comfortable Soft White Light with 40w. This lightbulb contains 300 lumens. This type of lighting is good for bedrooms, family rooms, and dining rooms. This lightbulb has a life expectancy of 13 years if it is used less than 3 hours per day.