Architectural Portfolio '25

EMA GOMEZ

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

TABLE OF CONTENTS FOUNDATIONAL ARCHITECTURE COURSES 01. GOATBARN LANE HOUSE ...................................................................................................................... 03 - 05 ARCH472 | Building Information Modeling

02. STEPPING STONE GALLERY ................................................................................................................. 06 - 09 ARCH400 | Architecture Design Studio I

03. HARBOR PLAZA ....................................................................................................................................... 10 - 13 ARCH400 | Architecture Design Studio I

04. THE GLASS HOUSE .................................................................................................................................. 14 - 15 ARCH300 | Design Media & Representation II

05. VILLA CALDOGNO .................................................................................................................................... 16 - 18 ARCH200 | Design Media & Representation I

06. MONDRIAN OBJECT ............................................................................................................................... 19 - 20 ARCH400 | Architecture Studio I

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INSPIRATION COLLAGE

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GOATBARN LANE HOUSE DIGITAL MEDIA

University of Maryland, College Park ARCH472 | Building Information Modeling Goatbarn Lane House, designed by Renée del Gaudio Architecture, is a 2,100-square-foot modern residence nestled among the boulders and pine forests of Boulder, Colorado. The design embraces the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountain landscape, with a minimalist steel-clad structure that echoes the agricultural vernacular of historic barns. Large, strategically placed windows invite in natural light and frame panoramic views, creating a strong visual and spatial connection between the interior and the surrounding wilderness.

The building employs passive cooling techniques, eliminating the need for mechanical air conditioning, and features a radiant concrete slab that efficiently heats the space. Continuous exterior insulation and high-performance glazing enhance energy efficiency, while the use of durable, low-maintenance materials ensures longevity with minimal ecological impact. Goatbarn Lane House stands as a thoughtful example of modern mountain architecture that balances simplicity, sustainability, and a deep respect for its natural context.

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INSPIRATION COLLAGE

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STEPPING STONE GALLERY DIGITAL MEDIA, MANUAL DRAWING University of Maryland, College Park ARCH400 | Architecture Design Studio I A gallery designed to exclusively house Le Corbusier’s sculptures in a interactive environment for visitors. Inspired by Le Corbusier’s five points of architecture which include pilotis, free floor plans, horizontal windows, and roof gardens. Although, many of Le Corbusier’s buildings incorporate these points into it’s design, Villa Savoye was one of the few that implemented all five points, making it a very well-known structure of Le Corbusier’s. The design of this gallery was inspired by Villa Savoyes dynamic use of all five points.

In addition to this, the design of the gallery was also inspired by Cornwall Gardens, a Singaporean house designed with a rooftop garden that descends using steps. Each step contains vegetation that is watered every time it rains. Once the rain falls and waters the vegeation, the lefover water falls down the steps and into the central courtyard. In this adaptation, every floor gradually gets smaller as you move up, creating the illusion of a step-like pattern from bird’s eye view.

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INSPIRATION COLLAGE

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HARBOUR PLAZA -

DIGITAL MEDIA, MANUAL DRAWING University of Maryland, College Park ARCH400 | Architecture Design Studio I This Harbour Plaza was inspired by Greenacre Park, a private owned but public accessible park in Manhattan, New York City. In order to create my harbour plaza, I derived much of my inspiration from Greenacre Park.

For example, in my adaptation of the harbour plaza, I made sure to include waterfall, with a canopy of locust trees, and a trellace that overlooks the water fountain. In order to acheive this, I created a trellace near the entrace of the harbour plaza. I then created a space that would descend down while still providing visitors with seating space, space to gather, etc. to then lead them to the main attraction, the waterfall. From then, I gave visitors multiple access points to the water.

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INSPIRATION

GREENACRE PARK PLAN

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THRESHOLD

PROPORTION

AXIS

CIRCULATION

HIERARCHY

VEGETATION

MATERIAL

GREENACRE PARK SECTION

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PLAZA PLAN WATER

CIRCULATION

GATHERING SPACE

OPEN V. CONTAINED

PERSPECTIVE THRESHOLD

TRELLACE

REFLECTION SPACE

PIER

PERSPECTIVE

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AXONOMETRIC

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THE GLASS HOUSE - DIGITAL MEDIA INSPIRATION COLLAGE

University of Maryland, College Park ARCH300 | Design Media & Representation II The Glass House is a historic house museum built in 1948 in New Canaan, Connecticut, designed by and occupied by architect Philip Johnson. The most notable characteristic of the Glass House is of course the fact that the house is almost entirely made up of glass, making the house see through and creating the illusion of openness.

The second most notable feature is the brick cylindrical bathroom the extends outwards of the roof. The use of brick in a glass house creates the illusion of enclosure in open area. Although the house was completely see through, it still provided privacy as it was positioned to be in the middle of a 49 acre estate so the Johnson and his spouse, Whitney, could enjoy uninterrupted views of the greenery outside.

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INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE

FLOOR PLAN

DINING ROOM

KITCHEN

LIVING ROOM

BATHROOM

BEDROOM STUDY

EXTERIOR PERSPECTIVE

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INSPIRATION COLLAGE

VILLA CALDOGNO -

MANUAL DRAWING, PHYSICAL MODELING University of Maryland, College Park ARCH200 | Design Media & Representation I Villa Caldogno is an historic villa located in Caldogno, a town in the Veneto region of northern Italy. The villa was designed by renowned architect Andrea Palladio and built in the 16th century, between 1542 and 1545.

It is considered one of Palladio’s masterpieces and is renowned for its elegant and harmonious architectural style.

The villa features classical elements like Ionic columns, pediments, and symmetrical designs, which are characteristic of Palladian architecture. It was commissioned by the Caldogno family, a wealthy Venetian noble family, as a countryside retreat and a showcase of their social status. The villa’s layout includes a central main building with two flanking wings that enclose a forecourt.

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FINAL MODEL

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06. OTHER CHIAROSCURO MANUAL DRAWING

University of Maryland, College Park ARCH200 | Design Media & Representation I Chiaroscuro is the use of strong contrasts between light and dark to achieve a sense of volume and modeling. This technique is very helpful in making figures appear more threedimensional and therefore making the work more interactive.

In these drawings, I used chiaroscuro to make it appear as if light is bouncing off of the objects within a dark room. This creates the illusion the the object is three-dimensional.

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WHITE, BLACK, & RED MANUAL DRAWING Personal Work Red is a bold and bright color that I feel like can never quite be matched because of how much it truly sticks out. Not only is it one of the primary colors making it nearly impossible to recreate, but it has a way of drawing peoples attention. In these paintings I wanted to emphasize the boldness and power of the color red by only painting the red portions in a black and white painting.

When doing this, it not only brings out the red color, but also changes the tone and mood of the painting altogether. A rather happy looking painting in all color began to look more serious, romantic, or even sinister when displayed in black and white with hints of red.

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