Dulce Cortes| Architecture Selected Works | 2.13.25_Pages

This updated portfolio represents selected projects which I have accomplished throughout my time as an undergraduate 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 developed over the course of time.

Dulce Cortes

PLANT HOLDER

LIGHT FIXTURE

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. 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.

TROPICAL MESA

December 2023

Tropical Mesa features a dynamic series of geometric forms that create a unique parametric design. Each layer that forms the furniture piece is inspired by organic growth patterns of the mango plant leaves. This final design provides both stability and a sculptural piece. Tropical Mesa merges the idea of functionality, digital fabrication, and nature.

PHILLIPS CHAPEL C.M.E

March 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.

THIRD PHASE FL OOR PLAN

PHILLIPS CHAPEL_RENO VATION & ADDITION

Courtyard

Concept Diagram

Phase 1:

-Restoration & program changes

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

Phase 2:

-Sanctuary addition along the axis

Phase 3:

-Shift new building

-Courtyard addition

-New programatic needs

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

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1 Bed Condo Townhome

1Bed Condo 3D Print

1Bed Condo Perspective Sections

Concept Diagrams

THE TRIQUAD

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

2nd Floor Plan

Section Plan

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

2nd Floor Plan

Diagrams

Program Diagram

Morphology of Form Diagrams