Eduardo Regis MA CAAPPR NCARB work samples 2017

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Eduardo A. Regis MA CAAPPR NCARB

institutional transportation new construction

Project:

RIO PIEDRAS SOUTH PARKING TERMINAL

at San Juan, PR

Client: San Juan City Hall

Project Description:

Builder: F&R Construction

South Public Transportation and Parking Building will provide new facilities for trolley drop off areas,

Construction: 2010-12

Spearheading the Río 2012 Initiative Building Program, the new Río Piedras

public transportation staging areas and retail facilities at ground level, and public parking from levels two to five.

Project Area: Area 165,980 Sq. Ft.

The project includes administrative offices, improving accessibility for emergency and service access Project Cost: Cost $14.0M

to neighboring Río Piedras CDT Building.

Innovating in modern sustainable “green” construction

Design Team:

strategies, the project includes solar panel arrays for alternative energy production, rainwater caption

César Corretjer PE, Structural; JR

facilities to irrigate new vegetation “green walls” to complement building facades.

Requena, Electrical; Jorge Ledon, PE, Mechanical; EBP Design Group, Civil

Billboard-type

materials will be used in western facade as shading device, to be used for super-graphic displays related to the Río Piedras urban renewal initiative.

institutional

Images: (clockwise from above) General view of HQ façade, Corner detail of Corten wall façade; Entrance detail of Corten wall;

security new construction

Project:

NEW RIO PIEDRAS CITY POLICE HEADQUARTERS

at San Juan, PR

Client: San Juan City Hall

Project Description: Builder: ANG Construction

The City of San Juan interests the design and construction of a new mu-

nicipal police headquarters at the ground level of the recently inaugurated Rio Piedras South

Design: 2014

Parking & Public Transportation Complex, also designed by TRG. The conceptual approach to

Construction: 2015-16

the project is to establish a contrast between a transparent, naturally illuminated interior with

Project Area 3,000 Sq. Ft.

a solid, strong institutional exterior. An articulated Corten steel wall was designed as the project’s new ground level façade, also acting as a bulletproof front. The interior is configured in

Project Cost: Cost $550K Design Team: J R Requena & Assoc, Electrical; ADG Engineering, Mechanical

three areas: public, private and security sensitive areas. The location of some uses within these three different areas allows for some flexibility. Briefing Room, for example, can also be used as a Community Hall.

Institutional Room at background. Below Left: Left Main Operations Hall

security

Above: General view of Main Operations Hall. Left: View of Main Operations hall, Situation

new construction

Project:

NEW SAN JUAN SECURITY COMMAND CENTER

Client: San Juan City Hall

Project Description:

at San Juan, PR

The City of San Juan was interested in the design and construction of a state of

the art Security Command Center to manage and monitor diverse media and telecommunications Builder: GVG Builders SE

related to the City Police Department and its Municipal Emergency Management Office. An unoccu-

Construction: 2015

pied area is identified on an undisclosed, existing municipal building to survey, program and design

Project Area: Area 9,500 Sq. Ft. Project Cost: Cost $1.5M

the new Command Center to operate on a 24/7 basis.

The facility is designed to manage any natural or man made emergency situation on a short or long term basis. The largest and more modern Command Center in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean Region,

Design Team: Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JR Requena, Electrical; ASDG Eng, PE, Mechanical; EBP

its Central Operations Area can monitor all CCTV cameras installed around the city and respond on a real time basis to any emergency call received, identify location, and visually contact any incident. It is provided with background systems for power and telecommunications.

institutional Left: Computerized rendering of Administrative Building’ main facade; view from guard module looking to typical inmate block

correctional

Above: Computerized render of new Super maximum security facility.

Below: Architectural layouts of building complex.

new construction

Project:

SUPER MAXIMUM SECURITY FACILITY

at Las Cucharas Ward Ponce, PR

Client: PR Correctional Dept.

Project Description: Builder: N/A Design: Design 2008

The PR Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation contacted TRG Architects

PSC to design a new 400-cell super maximum security facility.

Dedicated to inmates deemed too dangerous to both the general penal population and officials, the

Construction: Unbuilt

proposed facility provides immediate medical services, visiting facilities and related services to both

Project Area: Area 195,006 Sq. Ft.

inmates and staff.

Project Cost: Cost $38.0m

Due to its sensitive population the facility will also provide ample electronic surveillance, including

Design Team: Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JRRA Electrical; Pentagon Eng. Mechanical;

direct closed circuit televised interaction services to and from cells.

All facilities are designed to maximize remote supervision of public areas while respecting privacy as well as dignity of inmates and visitors.

institutional commemorative new construction

Project:

PLAZA IDENTIDAD PUERTORRIQUENA

Client: Puerto Rico State Capitol Builder: Restauraciones Liste

Project Description:

at Paseo Covadonga San Juan, PR

Local sculptor Jose Buscaglia was commissioned by former legislative

leaders to create a sculptural installation consisting of a bronze frieze depicting the 500 year history of the modern Puerto Rican people and a central bronze sculpture celebrating its iden-

Design: Design 2011

tity. The sculptures were proposed to be installed in diverse locations, finally being proposed

Construction: 2011

in Paseo de la Covadonga in front of the Luis A Ferré Building. The project consists in the

Project Area: 1,400 Sq Mts

development of terraced plazas responding to both pedestrian circulation and topography

Project Cost: Cost $600K

characteristics. These conditions are used in favor of the installation by raising them from

Design Team:

street levels, allowing its view from both the Paseo de la Covadonga and the northern terraces

Jorge Robert PE, Structural;

of the Luis A. Ferré Building. As a programming requirement by the sculptor, interpretative

JRREngineers, Electrical;

panels will be incorporated to project to remind visitors of our people’s condition, history and

Héctor López Báez, Civil

culture.

residential single family dwelling new construction

Project:

RINCON 01 RESIDENCE

at Pueblo Ward Rincon, PR

Client: Miramar Estates Builder: LAMAR Construction

Project Description:

Design: Design 2005

overlooking the Mona Channel, with ocean views from Mayaguez to Aguadilla Bays.

Construction: 2005-2007

A 1,115 square meter single-family residence located at top of hill The

residence is separated into four main volumes to accommodate main uses: Carport, heliport, domestic and peripheral services; Public living and entertaining; Semi private living,

Project Area: Area 12,500SF

and; Private bedroom with family facilities.

Project Cost: Cost N/A

In layout, all volumes are joined by a sweeping glass and concrete corridor acting as a daDesign Team: Roberto

Robert

PE,

Structural;

Jaime Cobas AIA, Interiors

tum. Volumes are oriented to maximize natural lighting, cross ventilation, topography and views to both sea and countryside.

Residential

Detail of new front inner courtyard and entrance pavilion.

Another view of entrance pavilion.

interior/exterior

Left: (From above) Original residence façade &View of remodeled façade.

remodeling

Project:

REMODELING 70 PARQUE INTERAMERICANA

at Guayama, PR

Client: Montalvo Sued

Project Description: Builder: Jayal Construction Design: Design 2010

The owners if this 1980’s subdivision residence were concerned about

security & privacy from the street while they wanted a more open residential layout.

The design solution was the construction of a new entrance pavilion that would screen the house

Construction: 2012

from the street, acting also as a front inner courtyard to allow new aluminum & glass folding

Project Area: 3,500 Sq. Ft.

doors to open across different parts of the residence in a secure manner.

Project Cost: Cost $350K

The solution also allows to provide ample natural lighting and cross ventilation to most public

Design Team: Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural JRREngineers, Electrical; ADG Eng, Mechanical

areas. While providing a contemporary style to a somewhat dated structure, the project also offers passive sustainable improvements such as rainwater collection, LED lighting, interior green areas and better interaction between open and enclosed spaces.

residential multifamily Center (from left): View of neighborhood facilities gazebos, looking into the Coamo valley; main swimming pool area; and view of swimming pool from neighborhood facilities.

Left: Master site plan of Las Fuentes de Coamo Development, volumetric study of building entrance stairs.

Client: Interlink Group

Project:

LAS FUENTES DE COAMO

at Coamo, PR

Builder: J/V Construction Design: Design 2001-2003

Project Description: A mixed housing density project located on an approximately 10-acre

Construction: 2004-2006

parcel at the Municipality of Coamo, comprising both detached housing units and walk-up

Project Area: Area 215,140 Sq. Ft.

apartment villas. The project is articulated around three neighborhood facilities to act as nuclei to organize dwelling units around.

Project Cost: Cost $13,500,000.00 Design Team:

It organizes low-density multifamily buildings looking into the neighboring Coamo Springs

Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JRRA

Golf Course and the views of the Caribbean Sea, maximizing their potential and solving

Electrical;

topographic issues along the parcel’s southern boundary. The architectural style combines

Jorge Ledon. PE, Mechanical JAM. Civil Engineering

modern technology with local, traditional architectural types.

new construction

Above: View of completed project, looking from the Coamo Springs Golf Course.

the Canovanillas valley.

Left: CGI view of project, from pool area.

Below: Architectural layouts.

residential

Above: Aerial view CGI of project, overlooking

new construction

Project: Client: R McNamara

CASA PUERTO RICO

at Canovanillas Ward Carolina, PR

Project Description: A couple from California fell in love with Puerto Rico during their vacation and

Builder: N/A

decided to have a second home in the island. Instead of looking into typical “resort communities”

Design: Design 2000

they optioned a 3,000 square meter lot to build their own home. The lot, a hilly sloped surface ori-

Construction: N/A

ented to the South, offered both gorgeous countryside views and design challenges. The Clients wishes for a simple yet contemporary house that would minimize impact to landscape while maxim-

Project Area:: 3,000 Sq. Ft.

izing views and tropical breezes for their winter stay in the island. The house will be also designed to

Project Cost: Cost N/A

entertain guests while their stay in Puerto Rico. The design solution calls for a two level structure

Design Team:

staggered along the site’s slope. The upper level consists of the house main access from the road, open parking area, a “Solarium” and a main deck terrace, bordered with plantings. The lower level

Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JRREngineers, Electrical; ADG Eng, Mechanical

consists of the main dwelling facilities. A homage to local traditional rural houses this level is bordered by a wide veranda / galleria, wrapping around all dwelling spaces thru this cantilevered extension of the house.

residential

Project:

CONSERVATORY TOWER PROPOSAL

at Santurce Ward San Juan, PR

Client: PAGLO SE

Project Description: Luxury apartment building proposed at Ponce De León Avenue corners Builder: N/A

of Monserrate and Ernesto Cerra streets in Santurce, next to the Miramar Historic District

Design: Design 2005

and the Puerto Rico Music Conservatory.

Construction: N/A

On a 1,890 square meter lot the proposed 31 units, 12-story apartment building is com-

Project Area: 112,300 Sq. ft.

prised of basement and ground levels with entrance / lobby, retail space and parking facili-

Project Cost: Cost $13,400,000.00

ties, seven levels with additional parking for a total of 89 regular car spaces & neighborhood facilities. Dwelling units are distributed in 27 apartment units, two levels with four

Design Team: César

Corretjer

PE,

Structural;

JRRA Electrical; Jorge Ledón. PE, Mechanical

sub-penthouse and penthouse units, for a total of 31 apartments. All units are three bedrooms with two and a half bathrooms, living, kitchen and family areas

multifamily new construction

Above: Computer rendering depicting proposed multiuse residential building. Inset: Existing condition of site.

residential multifamily

Below Right: Tierra.

Project Location Plan at Puerta de

Right:

(From below) Architectural floor (

layouts; ground/lobby level, typical residential level, sub penthouse level & penthouse levels.

Project:

ISABEL LA CATOLICA

at Puerta de Tierra Ward San Juan, PR

Client: Interlink Group

Project Description: A 54-unit, 26 level residential tower building is proposed for the Puerta de Builder: N/A

Tierra Ward in san Juan. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean to the North and San Juan Bay to the South,

Design: Design 1999-2000

the project is strategically located on a 1.598 SM lot, in front of Spanish fort ruins, MuĂąoz Rivera and

Construction: N/A

Escambron parks. Due to the shear volume of the proposed structure, the design concept recogniz-

Project Area: 122,304 Sq. Ft.

es the local urban scale by developing a 3-level platform to be occupied by parking, public areas and neighborhood facilities, over which rises a T-shaped layout to provide three residential units per

Project Cost: Cost $18,800,000.00

level up to the 12th floor. From the 13th to the 24th level the layout setbacks to provide two units

Design Team:

per level. 24th to 26th levels are provided for sub-penthouse and penthouse units. Playing with

Cesar

Corretger

PE,

Structural;

JRRA Electrical; Pentagon Eng. PE, Mechanical

terrace and balcony projections, the façade proposes a dynamic, contemporary looking design for this landmark structure within the San Juan islet while evoking sailing vessels that once navigated thru the bay estuary system.

new construction

Above: Computer generated rendering of project.

institutional Far Left: (From above) View of roof terrace overlooking San Francisco Street,

historic interpretation

Above: View of new rear faรงade overlooking rear inner courtyard.

facing Master Bedroom; Main Living Area;

structure found during Work; Dining Area opening to rear inner courtyard with stairs, visitors bathroom and service cabinetry on the background; Left: View of Master Bedroom Suite bathroom facilities.

Project:

SAN FRANCISCO 63 RESTORATION

at Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

Client: ISAJO Inc. Builder: Matos Construction

Project Description: A small dwelling structure dating back to the early 18th century, with alterations during the 20th century. The latter additions were demolished to liberate the 18th century

Design: Design 2007

structure from improper alterations, and a new 21st century addition was designed to provide state

Construction: 2008-2010

of the art facilities and services to new residents. A new stairs & services volume was designed to

Project Area: 1,600 Sq. Ft.

hold new stairs, storage areas, visitors bathroom and laundry facilities.

Project Cost: Cost $750K Design Team: Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JRREngineers, Electrical; ADG Eng, Mechanical

A roof deck terrace was

installed over 18th century area roof to cool interior space below and provide additional much needed passive entertainment & gardening areas.

At first level, new kitchen/dining area completely

opens towards inner courtyard to offer exterior/interior spaces for entertainment. A new illuminated water fountain ends the sequence at the end of the courtyard. Original cistern was found, restored and provided with new access for residential / studio uses, maximizing usable area of structure.

restoration

Restored water cistern masonry

hospitality historic interpretation

Above: View of restored façade.

Left: View of restored interior, facing to rear mezzanine area.

Original handrail rescued & restored, new floor finish to match original flooring.

Center: View of restored interior, facing, street entrance. Original banquettes & counter restored.

restoration

Project: IMPROVEMENTS TO

LA BOMBONERA RESTAURANT

at Old San Juan, PR

Client: ISAJO INC.

Project Description:

Builder: Interior Developers

and the second oldest restaurant, in Old San Juan. Reinterpreting the restaurant, considering its

Design: Design 2014

La Bombonera Restaurant is perhaps the most well known establishments,

impact upon the island’s collective memory, while upgrading all its facilities and services for state of the art operations was an exciting challenge to the project team. Extensive research was

Construction: 2015-2016

performed to interpret the restaurant interior thru its history.

Project Area: Area 5,970 Sq. Ft. Project Cost: Cost N/A Design Team:

Structural restorations were performed. Original furniture, coffee machines and glass-stained panels restored. New improvements were designed to merge features of previous interventions

Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural

into one harmonious ensemble. Kitchen relocated to second level, service and food dumbwaiters

JRR Engineers, Electrical;

added.

ADG Engineering, Mechanical

hospitality historic interpretation restoration

Above: View of restored bar area & cabinetry; view of Main Dining Hall; restores faรงade facing San Justo Street.

Above Right:

View of restored inner courtyard, with

rescued original 1848 marble flooring, and new alabaster Moorish style fountain.

Project: Client: Woman from Mallorca Builder: JUVER Corp.

LA MALLORQUINA RESTAURANT

Project Description:

at Old San Juan, PR

La Mallorquina Restaurant has been the oldest restaurant in continu-

ous operation in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

Design: Design 2012-2013

Established in 1848, it closed in 2012 for much needed improvements and restorations.

Construction: 2013-2014

Technological and code compliance upgrades were incorporated in coordination with a

Project Area: 3,570 Sq. Ft.

painstaking existing condition research process ad restoration works in accordance with the

Project Cost: Cost $612K

San Juan Historic District guidelines.

Design Team: Rafael Bonilla PE, Structural; JRREngineers, Electrical; ADG Eng, Mechanical

Obliterated original marble tiles were rescued, catalogued and reinstalled at dining area. A new second floor terrace will offer adequate space and facilities for other future activities.

commercial retail remodeling

Project:

Client: HRC Retail Builder: Storetech

KIPLING STORE

Project Description:

at Plaza Las Américas Shopping Center San Juan, PR

A 900 square feet retail area at Plaza Las Américas shopping center, for

the Kipling brand of modern handbags, backpacks and luggage. Formerly a jewelry store, the space had to be entirely gutted to receive new layouts, furnishings, utilities and finishes.

Design: Design 2008 Construction: 2008

The project is conceptualized around the dynamics marketed around the Kipling brand, looking for sharp, clean lines and dramatic lighting effects to enhance merchandise. Complying

Project Area: Area 2,700 Sq. Ft. Project Cost: Cost N/A Design Team: JRREngineers, Electrical; Jorge Ledón, Mechanical

with Kipling International store design criteria, the design successfully coordinated, provided and substituted many features not readily available locally.

commercial Above: Tempered glass, polished polychromed clad storefront entrance for new ASICS store at Plaza Las Américas Shopping Center.

retail

Below Left: ASICS related graphics for new store.

Below Right: Store layout.

remodeling

Project:

ASICS FOOTWEAR STORE

at Plaza Las Américas Shopping Center San Juan, PR

Client: Windsor financial Group.

Project Description: A 2,590 square feet retail area at the first level of the Caribbean Re-

Builder: Hambleton Group

gion’s largest shopping center Plaza Las Américas. ASICS footwear store offers a new in-

Design: Design 2014

ternational brand of sportswear to the local consumer market. Lighting, air conditioning and finishes were also coordinated.

Construction: 2014 Project Area: Area 3,300 Sq. Ft.

The final product is a simple, yet elegant array of world class merchandises organized along flow and spatial sequences to guarantee a great experience to all type of customers

Project Cost: Cost N/A Design Team: JRREngineers, Electrical; Jorge Ledon, Mechanical

visiting the facility.

Institutional

Above: CGI rendering for the new DIAMED Renal Treatment facility, Guaynabo, PR. Below: New Quadrangle Imaging & MRI facilities, Caguas, PR Below Right: Radiology Department

health services

DIAMED Central Renal

Pavia Health Hospital

Guaynabo, PR DIAMED

Radiology & Cardiology Dept.

Improvements & Remodeling

Improvements & Remodeling

Manati, PR Public Bldg. Authority (**)

Aguadilla Psychiatric Hospital Aguadilla Medical Services

Quadrangle Medical Center Caguas, PR Quadrangle Medical

Manati Regional Hospital

San Juan, PR

UPR University Hospital Arecibo Regional Hospital Improvements & Remodeling

Improvements & Remodeling San Juan, PR Public Bldg. Authority(**)

Arecibo, PR Public Bldg. Authority (**)

Quadrangle Imaging Center & Open MRI Caguas, PR Quadrangle Imaging Co.

Carolina Regional Hospital Site Improvements & Remodeling Carolina, PR Public Bldg. Authority(**)

Podiatry Center PSC Surgery Areas Improvements San Juan, PR

Cardiovascular Hospital Improvements & Remodeling San Juan, PR Public Bldg. Authority (**)

institutional planning urban redevelopment

Above: Map of proposed, coordinated infrastructure interventions for all four communities evaluated within the Master Plan.

Below: Blow up of proposed infrastructure interventions map, showing allocated improvements for the Trastalleres sector.

Project: Client: San Juan City Hall Builder: N/A Design: Design 2002-3002 Construction: N/A

SANTURCE SUR MASTER PLAN

Project Description:

at San Juan, PR

Including four decayed, adjoining communities in Santurce - El Gandúl,

Trastalleres, Figueroa and Hipódromo sectors—the plan proposes the consolidation of services and utilities combined with a redevelopment strategy to create new urban housing markets within the San Juan Metro Area. Improvements of main corridors such as Cerra and Las Palmas Street, as well as R.H. Todd and Fernandez Juncos Avenues will provide better interconnection between communities

Project Cost: Cost N/A

and surrounding major amenities and traffic thoroughfares. New connections toward Baldorioty de

Design Team:

Castro and Muñoz Rivera Expressways as well as Parque Central to the south will complement repar-

JRR Engineers Electrical

celing and redevelopment strategies inside communities. The consolidation of public facilities, ser-

EBP Design Group Civil

vices and amenities will encourage social and economic interactions between traditionally separated

PBS&J Traffic

communities. An increase of 300% of current population will be expected within a ten year span.

Ochopuntocom Planners

private planning

Project:

LA CORONA REDEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

Client: MB Holdings SE

at Santurce PR

Project Description: The owners of the former La Corona Brewery complex in Santurce looked

Builder: N/A

into a joint venture with the public sector to redevelop this decayed sector of San Juan. For-

Design: Design 2006

merly an industrial giant in the area, the complex ran into a post industrial ruin after closing

Construction: N/A

operations in the 1970’s. Converted into rental warehouse and office areas, the huge complex is still surrounded by its pre-WWII shantytown. In order to redevelop the property, di-

Project Area: 625, 340 Sq. Ft.

verse infrastructure updates are necessary to improve its feasibility. With this in mind, a re-

Project Cost: Cost N/A

development plan is prepared to determine scope of necessary improvements to share costs

Design Team:

between public and private sectors, allowing this 11.5 cdas. Santurce centric sector to gain

JR Requena & Asoc. Electrical

from improvements and land value revaluation. The project encompasses new construction a

ADG Engineering Mechanical EBP Design Group, Civil

mixed use urban infill initiative, including 850 new apartment units.

urban redevelopment

Above: Aerial view of proposed urban redevelopment initiative, as per zoning evaluations. Left & Center: Renderings of redevelopment, corner of Las Palmas and extension to HipĂłdromo St; corner of Las Palmas and proposed Lafayette Boulevard. Right: Location plan of urban redevelopment initiative .