Architectural Portfolio 2024

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e js an t an@u s c .edu | (336) 912-0202 | Lin kedI n ethans an t ana 49. wixsi te . co m /p o r tfolio

Ethan is an impassioned and detail-oriented undergraduate student studying to receive his Bachelors of Architecture degree under the University of Southern California’s five year accredited program. He has a strong eye for design, loves bright pops of color, and is not afraid to take design risks in this ever-evolving profession.

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ABOUT ME

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FREEDOMS TO, FREEDOMS FROM

T H E WA L L E D C ATA L O G

THE READING CIRCUIT

THE KICKBOXERS COLISEUM

THE CONNECTOR COMMUNE

T H E S K Y R O L L E R W AY

T R I A N G U L AT E D I N C I S I O N S

T H E FA C E T E D AT R I U M

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FREEDOMS TO, FREEDOMS FROM •••

2024 USC Architectural Guild Design Charette: The New “American Dream” Freedoms To, Freedoms From aspires to reimagine Norman Rockwell’s vision of the American Dream where the Four Freedoms are not just ideals but tangible realities woven into the very fabric of the built environment. As an adaptive reuse project of the Lincoln Heights Jail in Los Angeles, the design enhances typical multi-family housing by creating a mixed-use, live-work environment where residents experience the true essence of freedom in all its dimensions—free from isolation and discrimination, while free to work and play uninhibited. Freedoms To, Freedoms From is not just a place to live; it is a sanctuary where the spirit of the Four Freedoms manifest in every corner, fostering a vibrant, empowered, and interconnected community.

SECTION PERSPECTIVE

3rd Place in collaboration with Jake Scheckelhoff & Sakiko Tanaka

RESIDENTIAL RENDER

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THE WALLED CATALOG •••

KIT OF PARTS

ARCH 202a | FALL 2021 As an urban design scheme based on the Dogma Studio’s “Field of Walls” project, The Walled Catalog is my take on a radical residential and transporation system composed of one large interconnected wall.

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The project aims to reject the divisive tendency inherent in a wall and explores how they can instead be used as a means of connection. The project also seeks to offer a solution to dense and affordable housing which much needed in the area of Pasadena. The forms found Animation: https://youtu.be/euJXBp18O_E

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THE READING CIRCUIT •••

ARCH 202b | SPRING 2022 The Reading Circuit is a proposal for a Los Angeles branch library in the Los Angeles State Historic Park. Based on an conceptual parti of tangential circles, the plan creates unique circulation patterns, spreading out the book stacks to encourage exploration of the whole library and the blurring of indoors and outdoors.

Because the library is in a park, the facade is composed of a glass curtain wall made of frosted glass which creates sufficient transparency while also protecting the books from the suns harsh rays. Additionally, this manipulation of translucency and texture makes sure to provide inhabitants with privacy and entice outsiders to stop by.

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COLLAGE PERSPECTIVE

LEGEND 01. Information Desk

06. Restrooms

02. Reading Room

07. Staff Offices

03. Lounge Area

08. Computer Commons

04. Book Stacks

09. Study Carrels

05. Outdoor Space

10. Community Space

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LEGEND 01. Information Desk

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08. Computer Commons

04. Book Stacks

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READING ROOM MODEL

SLAM POETRY

THE READING CIRCUIT

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READING ROOM ANALYTIQUE

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THE KICKBOXER’S COLISEUM •••

ARCH 102b | SPRING 2021 The Kickboxer’s Coliseum embodies the notions of both symmetry and contrast to foster a space worthy of competition between athletes and fans alike. The buildings frame space through a stereotomic design strategy, creating space within for the boxers to workout, practice, and even perform for an attentive audience. The two buildings are also in constant conversation with each other thanks to built in seating, clear views into the gyms, and paths that carve their way into the buildings themselves. This ease of circulation and transparent relationship between the boxers, as the performers, and the audience makes the space all the more unique as a luxurious, open air sports arena and gym.

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SITE PLAN

SECTION PERSPECTIVE

THE PINWHEEL OF POROSITY •••

ARCH 302a | FALL 2022 In this emergency housing proposal for South Central Los Angeles, two single units and a family unit form a pinwheel module that can easily be multipled according to demand. When the units are arranged together, their adjustable awnings at 90° would be flush an form a covered walkway and courtyard between the units. Depending on the time of day, the residents

can position their awnings to provide varying degrees of shade, changing the porosity of the neighborhood as a whole. The units also have pull out outdoor bar tables by the living room and kitchen areas that allow the residents the option for outdoor dining, reading, working, or even some seating for neighbors that want to stop by for a quick chat or cup of coffee.

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Mid Morning 9:00am 120°N | Shaders: –30°

Noon 11:30am 180°N | Shaders: +0°

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6:30pm 280°N | Shaders: –90°

SUNLIGHT DIAGRAM

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THE CONNECTOR COMMUNE •••

ARCH 302a | FALL 2022 Even in such a creative city as Los Angeles, finding a job in the visual arts has become increasingly hard today.

Due to exorbitant material costs, lack of space, and difficulty finding business, the “starving artist” trope has become all too common, leaving South Central LA to be classified as an art “desert.” As such, the goal of the Connector Commune is to eliminate these high entrylevel barriers and create an adaptable and diverse livework environment for marginalized individuals in the community through the lens of visual arts. With two on-site Artists-In-Residence as well as a fully equipped workshop and makerspace, members of the co-op will have all the resources they need to build up their own practice and apply turn their newfound—or perhaps existing—skills and knowledge into a profitable endeavor at whatever pace they like.

As an affordable housing project based on art, collaboration is key. That is why the Connector Commune is designed to create connections on three distinct levels: neighbor to neighbor, resident to co-op, and co-op to the broader community. Within the units, residents have their own private living quarters as well as a connected private workshop with their neighbor.

Common spaces are also frequent throughout the commune to encourage team-building. Finally, in order to attract the public and incentive support for the artists, the makerspace and gallery space are positioned right along Vermont Ave. to both actively and passively engage passerbys. Following the pandemic, it has never been a better time to unite and animate artists as museums and galleries begin to reopen, and the Connector Commune aims to do just that.

EXTERIOR RENDER

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MAKERSPACE

St. Markʼs Lutheran Church

Active Engagement

VERMONT AVENUE Co-op

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SITE PLAN

ETHAN SANTANA LAGRECO STUDIO

THE CONNECTOR COMMUNE

8”x16” Girder

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10ʼx20ʼ 5-ply CLT Panel

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FAMILY + DOUBLE UNIT CONNECTION

SINGLE UNIT CONNECTION

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THE SKY ROLLERWAY •••

ARCH 302b | SPRING 2023 Welcome to the SkyRollerway, located on the rooftop of the 801 Broadway building in Downtown Los Angeles.

This remarkable structure is a one-of-a-kind blend of innovative design, retro aesthetics, and stunning views.

The design concept—rooted in the idea of maximizing the potential of the rooftop views—evolved into a complex and multifaceted space, featuring several cutting-edge design elements. The SkyRollerway features a colored glass curtain wall facade that creates a dynamic and groovy atmosphere, transforming the space into a psychedelic paradise during both

day and night. Horizontal overhangs have also been incorporated into the design, serving a dual purpose: they provide shade to keep the interior cool and emphasize the overall fluidity of the structure. The rink itself is the centerpiece of the space surrounded by chic lounge areas, a snack bar, and a DJ booth, all designed with bold colors and geometric patterns that will take you on a trip back to the retro era. So, come put on your skates, grab a snack, and glide across the SkyRollerway as you enjoy the groovy ambiance and stunning views of Downtown LA.

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TRIANGULATED INCISIONS •••

ARCH 402a | FALL 2024 | University of Hong Kong Triangulated Incisions is a collaborative project investigating the tong lau, or shop house, typology ubiquitous in Hong Kong. Following the documentation of a prominent shop house on No. 72 Des Voeux Road Central, the new design employs a delicate balance of additions and subtractions to breathe new life into the historic structure.

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THE FACETED ATRIUM •••

ARCH 402a | FALL 2024 | University of Architecture, Ho Chi Minh City The Faceted Atrium transforms a Vietnamese collective housing typology, the Khu Tap The, popular in the 1950s, into a sharehouse typology that fuses tradition with communal living. The newly proposed units demonstrate the harmonious integration of private bedroom spaces and shared public spaces to encourage connectivity and the sharing of ideas by local community members.

DETAILED PROPOSED UNIT PLAN

T H E FA C E T E D AT R I U M

SITE PLAN

SITE PHOTOS

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EXISTING UNIT ELEVATION OBLIQUE