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Emily Brinkerhoff
Emily Brinkerhoff
emilycbrinkerhoff@gmail.com
318-376-3929
Education
2023-2024
Master in Architecture
2019-2023
2019-2023
Awards
2022
AIA Louisiana Award of Merit Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies
Louisiana Tech University
Minor in Construction Engineering Technology
Louisiana Tech University
Experience
Summer 2023
Summer 2022
Summer 2021
Holyfield Construction
Design - Build Company
Monroe, LA
Certifications
Winter 2022
OSHA - 30hr
2022 2021
Louisiana Tech University
AIA Louisiana Member’s Choice
Louisiana Tech University
Pheobe Award
Louisiana Tech University
AutoCAD
Revit
Rhinoceros
Indesign
Illustrator Photoshop D5
Lumion
Educational Bio:
During m y time at Louisiana Tech, I pursued a comprehensive education that extended beyond the boundaries of design. Despite the challenges, I became the first person to earn a minor in Construction Engineering Technology while completing a degree in Architectural Studies from Louisiana Tech. Juggling a heavy course load in my final year, I completed all 21 credit hours. My education wasn’t confined to the classroom; I gained valuable insights through hands-on experience in the Design Build program and at a Design Build firm in Monroe, Louisiana, where I witnessed firsthand the dynamics between clients, designers, and contractors. This practical knowledge complemented my academic learning, enriching my understanding of the collaborative process. Louisiana Tech’s quarter system demanded a fast-paced, yet balanced approach to learning. Each year, we were tasked with completing three significant projects, instilling in me a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive under pressure.
CONTENTS SELECTED UNDERGRADUATE WORKS
AWARD WINNING PROJECT
GRADUATE PROJECT - PRESENT PERSONAL WORK
UNDERGRADUATE PROJECT
Decades of Lost Sounds Archive
Louisiana Tech University // Arch 235
Revised Winter 2023
Critic: Thomas Provost
This archive is comprised of various objects that have been around for decades. The collection of assembled objects features sounds that are connected to the specific time period in which they were used in the daily lives of Americans. Today, those objects with their unique sounds have been replaced and are in danger of being forgotten. Thus, their preservation is important as a safe guard against their being lost to future generations. Visitors experience an atmosphere designed to provoke an
emotional reaction to the displayed objects. Old memories and nostalgic reactions result when the older generation hears the lost sounds of their childhood and youth while the younger generation’s interests are peaked because of the unfamiliar objects they see and the sounds that they hear, perhaps for the first time. All visitors are given opportunities to participate in interactive displays designed to create a multigenerational community of learners.
Decades of Lost Sounds
A strong feature of the gallery is the magical atmosphere created by curtains that surround archived objects. The curtains are placed in a grid allowing the space to be functional when the gallery changes its exhibits. Arranged to create a path through the space and to highlight particular objects, the curtains surround spotlighted objects that play sound, thus blocking and preventing sounds from distracting visitors as they view separate and adjacent exhibits.
-Graduate Manifesto
“Breaking down the barrier of interior and exterior spaces lets the characteristics of nature invade a building through design.”
UNDERGRADUATE PROJECT
Colony Park - Corazon Square
Louisiana Tech University // Arch 425
Project Partner [Devin Boyd]
Critics: Dr. Zhao & Brad Deal
Colony Park Sustainable Community Master Planning, situated in Austin, TX, is presently under development by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of Austin. The objective of the course is to align with the established guidelines and develop a unique urban design proposal. After meeting with partners on the project, such as, Austin Energy, the Mueller Development Committee, and Colony Park leaders, a site visit
was conducted to better understand the dynamics and concerns of the community members in the surrounding areas. The community stands to benefit from six primary pillars of need: increased educational opportunities, access to healthy food resources, economic vitality, improvements to pedestrian travel, open park spaces additions, and enhanced access to essential resources.
Site Analysis & Urban Design Proposals
Situated between 4 existing communities, Colony Park is an open plot of land, linked together by an elementary school and athletic facility. The Light Rail will be integrated into the area’s transportation network and to the center of Austin. Given Austin’s undergoing a housing crisis within the city limits, the development of Colony Park is strategically establishing a densely populated micro-sustainable community on the border of the city limits.
Greenways & Parks
Land Usage
Road system
District One: Business
North Region of Colony Park
-access to light rail
-access to greenway
-future land development
District One: Business
North Region of Colony Park
-Integration of multi-family units.
-Access to Light Rail
-Access to Green-way
District Two: Commercial
-Future Land Development
South Region of Colony Park
-future land development
District Two: Commercial
-Integration of multi-family units
-Access to Loyola Ln.
South Region of Colony Park
-Medical Resources
-Future Land Development
-Integration of Multi-Family
-Access to Loyola Ln.
District Three, Four, & Five : Housing
- Medical Resources
South Region of Colony Park
-future land development
-Mixed Use
District Three, Four, Five: Housing
Central Region of Colony Park
-variety of housing types
-Future Land Development
-Mixed Use
Housing Types
965 single family
1052 multi family
-Variety of Housing Types 391
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138
138
Finalizing, Colony Park’s integration is the establishment of a “community node” centered around the park. This hub serves as a center, facilitating connections through passageways and networks, unifying the surrounding communities.
Inspired by the rich heritage of Spanish architecture prevalent in Southern Texas, distinctive elements that reflects the communities traditions will be highlighted in exterior architectural elements. The proposal for this urban development project is to create a holistic atmosphere where the community can buy and sell their resources as well as creating a social space for work and play, nurturing a sense of belonging and collective identity within Colony Park..
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DESIGN BUILD STUDIO
Mosaic Art Cabin
Louisiana Tech University // Arch 325-335 Design Build for NELA Medcamps
Professors: Brad Deal & Robert Brooks
North-East Louisiana Medcamps has been serving people living with chronic illnesses and disabilities through recreational and educational camping experiences for many years. Louisiana Tech’s Design Build program has been in partnership with Medcamps for 11 years. The program’s mission is to provide design based and hands on experiences to selected third year students as well as to create inspiring architectural environments for viewing by campers and visitors of Medcamps.
This project was the one that
Seth Bartholomew
Devin Boyd
Alex Bradke
Emily Brinkerhoff
Cole Chivers
Riley Felicetty
Stacey Garner
changed my perspective on being a designer. Designing a building isn’t just about making the most beautiful aesthetics; it is for designing for the clients and inhabitants. Our professors made this experience worthwhile and always evoked excitement.
Mosaic is inspired by many people from various walks of life who come to this camp for a week to experience happiness and creativity. The colors of the art cabin evoke a sense of playfulness and artistry. Mosaic is the perfect place for creating art during summer camp.
Participating Students:
Christ Jacob Goure
Foster Gunter
Haley Hamel
Bailey Hayes
Gavin Jones
Gracie Kimbrell
Cody Marino
Jordan Merritt
Josh Mwatibo
Jack North
Ty O’Neal
Whitley Procell
Morgan Provost
Preston Remy
Olivia Roger
Brandon Shows
Laila Stewart, Katelyn Watts
Will Whatley
Katie Young
Personal Leadership
My leadership roles outside of construction were presenting the project to the clients and being selected by the class to represent them by speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony. Additionally, I was awarded Boss of the Week by my class. During Design Build, my efforts went to both the shop & the site teams. At the shop, I mainly worked on the assembly and install of cabinetry and assisted on all interior furnishing projects. At the site, I worked on excavation, CMU wall assembly team, concrete pour days, and installing the reclaimed wood ceilings.
Existing Conditions:
Project Overview:
Size: 1,000sf
Budget: $50,000
Schedule:: 14 weeks
Students: 23 + 2
Designing Phase
December 2021 - February
April 2021
May 2021
May 2021
April 2021
(the night before)
Concrete Pour Day
Pre-Concrete Pour Prep
Mosaic Wall Install
Demo Existing
February - March 2022
March - April 2022
college on its campus with
students, and 23 faculty members. The
GRADUATE PROJECT - (PRESENT)
HCC - School of Fashion
Louisiana Tech University // Graduate Professor: Damon Caldwell
Manifesto: Second Nature
Second-nature architecture seeks to embody the characteristics of nature, both internally and externally, irrespective of its location in a cityscape or natural landscape. Integrating the natural environment into architectural space is important, as it allows for the form to compliment the surroundings by adding nature to the context. Embracing this concept ensures respect for the site’s natural aesthetics, creating a holistic and unified atmosphere that harmonizes natural and human-made elements.
Second-nature architecture manifests as sensual extensions and concentrations of the natural world: the tactility and aging of natural stone and wood; light and darkness created by the sun and the moon; sounds of nature through echoes and running water; colors seen in sunrises and sunsets; the smells of plants and
flora. Materiality is inspired by the innate beauty in nature’s materials which allows nature’s essence into our daily spatial experiences. The materials contribute to a enduring aesthetic that will foster an emotional and sensory connection with nature.
Second-nature architecture perceives interior and exterior as one continuous space; dissolving the barrier between the outer world and the inner space. Interior and exterior spatial relationships are accomplished through shaping and carving out spaces for courtyards, breezeways, and balconies. The introduction of transparent and translucent elements creates the disillusionment of boundaries by allowing light to penetrate into interior spaces. Light and darkness, along with the interplay of solid and void, allow spaces that bring the essence of nature in or allow for nature to dwell within the envelope of the building.
School of Fashion
Project Description
The Houston Community College of Fashion Design is an up-and-coming college on its campus. The Consumer Arts and Sciences College’s majors consist of Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising. As well as certificates for Commercial Sample Maker, Digital Design, Tailoring and Altercations, Patternmaking, and Theatrical Costume Design which will educate students whose future work will be meeting design challenges and opportunities in fashion design.
Site Description
The site is located on the northwest side of HCC’s Central campus. The site sits on the intersections of Holman St. and San Jacinto St. The existing site consists of a cluster of trees that will be demolished. The oak trees along
Fall Quarter - These do not fully reflect current work.
PERSONAL WORKS
Residential Retreat
Over Through Inside Around
In my graduate manifesto, SecondNature, both interior and exterior spaces seamlessly merge, blurring the lines between interior and exterior spaces. This approach involves shaping and carving out spaces like courtyards and breezeways to connect the house with its surroundings. In applying my manifesto to a residential home, I prioritize creating a living
environment where nature is an integral part of daily life. The diagram above is my analysis on ways to spatially allow nature to be viewed internally or externally from solids and voids through large windows and pass through. I focus on using materials inspired by nature’s beauty, such as wood and stone.
PERSONAL WORKS
MidCenturyModern x Louisiana Style
Growing up in Louisiana, the essence of my home state has always inspired me. From the deep musical jazz roots to the tranquil beauty of the bayous, Louisiana’s culture runs deep within me. During my time at university, I found my passion for furniture design, particularly drawn to the sleek lines and unique style of Mid-Century Modern pieces. Inspired by both my heritage and the design principles
I learned, I began to create a spin on furniture that reflects the spirit of Louisiana. In this painting, “Mid Century Marsh” I blend the clean lines of Mid Century Modern design with the natural beauty of the bayou. It’s a tribute to the fusion of tradition and innovation, where each stroke tells a story of my roots and my creative journey.
