CPP - Harrison Edwards BSLA Portfolio

Harrison Edwards Cal Poly Pomona BSLA ‘25

Portfolio Landscape Architecture Selected Works 2022-2023

INFO NAME: Harrison Edwards CELL: 847-894-3195 EMAIL: hhedwards@cpp.edu ADDRESS: 435 Boston, Claremont, CA

EXPERIENCE

BARISTA - STARBUCKS - WORKED FROM DEC. 2014-NOV. 2018, SEPT. 2020 PRESENT -Cultivates and grows customer relationships -Maintains the brand’s standards -Trained new partners

SHIFT SUPERVISOR - STARBUCKS WORKED FROM NOV. 2018 - SEPT. 2020

ABOUT

EDUCATION ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY TEMPE Spring 2016 - Fall 2017

My interest in landscape architecture began at a young age, watching HGTV and reading my parents’ books on architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design.

Since then I have spent time exploring the three fields.

However, once I began the BSLA program at California Polytechnic University, Pomona, I realized this was where I belong both because of my interest in landscape design and because of my spirituality. I grew up in an environment that allowed me to explore who I was which included learning about different religions and mythologies. After taking the class LA 1771 Reading the Landscape, I began to look back at my interest in human spirituality and why we find certain sites sacred.

I believe this path suits my nature of resilience, compassion, calm demeanor, and being an active listener.

Empathy and kindness translate into landscape spaces and I am excited to embark on this spiritual and career journey. I wish to help design spaces that challenge perceptions, internal and external, and guide people to a deeper connection with not only the Earth but also themselves.

ABOUT | RESUME

-Ensured staff meets customer service needs -Delegated time sensitive tasks to team -Contributed to store sales goals -Handled escalated customer issues

RIO HONDO COMMUNITY COLLEGE Fall 2019 - Spring 2020

CAL POLY POMONA UNIVERSITY (B.Arch) Fall 2020 (BSLA) Fall 2021 - Present

SKILLS AUTO CAD PHOTOSHOP ILLUSTRATOR INDESIGN RHINO TWINMOTION ARC GIS PRO MICROSOFT OFFICE

INTERESTS

PHOTOGRAPHY HIKING READING PAINTING TRAVEL

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PLACEMAKING FOR PLAY: AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK

REBUILDING ENIVRONMENTS: RIALTO HIGH SCHOOL

CONSTRUCTING ALTERNATIVE FUTURES: FONTANA

SITE: LOS ANGELES, CA. TYPE: TYPE OF DESIGN WORK DATE: DECEMBER 2022 PAGES: 4-9

TABLE OF CONTENTS | SELECTED WORKS

SITE: RIALTO, CA. TYPE: TYPE OF DESIGN WORK DATE: MAY 2023 PAGES: 10-15

SITE: FONTANA, CA. TYPE: URBAN DESIGN DATE: DECEMBER 2023 PAGES: 16-23

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PLACEMAKING FOR PLAY: AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK

ABOUT

This project was focused on placemaking and play to create a safer outdoor environment for all ages to learn, explore, play, and find refuge from the sprawling mass of LA’s concrete. We began our project by visiting different sites in LA, such as Tongva Park and Vista Hermosa Park, that showed us how historical and cultural context can influence the design of new or reconstructed spaces.

After these visits, we began site analysis, where my group focused on studying circulation/mobility and infrastructure at two scales - site scale (micro) and urban/regional (macro) contexts. We uncovered two main issues in our study. One was the lack of signage or maps along the winding trails, which may disorient visitors. The second was found at the corner of East Slauson and Compton Ave, the view from Section A-A. This portion of the intersection did not have a pedestrian crosswalk, which makes the walk to or from the site unsafe for residents and visitors. This area experiences high traffic which should require a crosswalk.

After our site analysis, we switched gears to design separate spaces that all promote stewardship and eco-literacy through the use of various sensory gardens, such as produce, therapeutic, and medicinal gardens.

PROJECT DATA TYPE SIZE LOCATION INSTRUCTORS TEAM MEMBERS

ACADEMIC: STUDIO WORK 8.5 ACRES LOS ANGELES, CA ERNESTO PEREZ CRYSTAL CARBAJAL & CHIRSTIAN ROGERS

PROJECT AUGUSTUS NAME HAWKINS | TYPE NATURE PARK | INTRODUCTION

AUGUSTUS F. HAWKINS NATURE PARK | INDIVIDUAL WORK: SITE ANALYSIS

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GOALS & OBJECTIVES Our medicinal garden was designed to provide an educational space on the healing properties of native flora and promote stewardship for the local community. Its focus is on ancestor use of plant medicine, evident in its more detailed instruction from a knowledgebale mentor and hands-on study of herbology. All are welcome to learn from the Tongva tribes about the different uses of these plants in modern applications and how they were used in the past. Medicinal herbs will be planted around the garden and inside medicinal plant shaped sculptures. These sculptures form the basis of the medicinal theme and will also serve as water features and seating. We hoped to bring people together and foster an interest in healing flora that can be found right in their local park.

AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK | INDIVIDUAL WORK: COLLAGE

AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK | INDIVIDUAL WORK: SITE PLAN

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AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK | INDIVIDUAL WORK: SECTION A-A

AUGUSTUS HAWKINS NATURE PARK | INDIVIDUAL WORK: SECTION B-B

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RIALTO HIGH SCHOOL||STUDIO INTRODUCTION HIGHSCHOOL WORK

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REBUILDING ENVIRONMENTS: RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL ABOUT

PROJECT DATA

Rialto High School lacks a sense of community TYPE and safety. Located in San Bernardino County, it sits amidst heavy industrial activity. The school atmosphere SIZE LOCATION feels authoritative and constraining.

INSTRUCTORS Our studies brought to light concerns related TEAM MEMBERS to public health and safety. Concerns for community physical and mental well-being stem from from rising temperatures due to the urban heat island effect and pollution from the transportion of goods. The scarcity of green spaces also contribute to mental stress. Further analysis revealed the necessity for drought-tolerant and seasonal plants, addressing rising evapotranspiration over time caused by drought.

Additionally, through onsite observation, we identified problematic circulation patterns within the school and high-traffic routes around the school.

Introducing a diverse plant palette suitable for the region’s soil could reduce the urban heat island effect. Through teacher lead education in these spaces, students could heighten their awareness on the local climate and biodiversity. We also believe that changing the circulation by incorporating shade and greenery areas would ease congestion. This alter circulation would create cooling canopies and spaces for individuals to gather.

The team’s conclusion is to establish proper circulation paths, increase the number green spaces, incorporate native California plants, and add space for cultural art, creating a welcoming and comfortable space for students. Each team member designed different portions of the central courtyard to bring life

RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL | INTRODUCTION & GROUP WORK: PROGRAMS

ACADEMIC: STUDIO WORK 5.7 ACRES RIALTO, CA MURIEL S. FERNANDEZ CRYSTAL CARBAJAL, MELEIA KEI R. LONTOK, ATHENA AGUILAR

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CONCEPT | TYPE

CREATED BY: MELEIA KEI R. LORTOK EMAIL: mrlontok@cpp.edu

CREATED BY: ATHENA AGUILAR EMAIL: alaguilar@cpp.edu

CREATED BY: CRYSTAL CARBAJAL EMAIL: CCASTILLO2@cpp.edu

COLLAB WITH: CRYSTAL CARBAJAL EMAIL: CCASTILLO2@cpp.edu

CONCEPT IN PRACTICE Our general design mockup and concept involve introducing more shade using trees and vines. We designed organic, branching paths to provide an interesting guided circulation as well as aiming to reduce chaotic foot traffic between classes. Taking into account the culture of the population, we drew inspiration from the Colonial style, incorporating its typical color schemes and materials. We proposed additional planters and adding a water feature to create an inviting and calming courtyard.

PROJECT NAME | TYPE RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL | GROUP WORK & DESIGN

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CONCEPT | TYPE

NORTH-WEST HERB GARDEN My proposal for the North-West Herb Garden at Rialto High School facilitates learning through a connection between native ecology and the culinary arts. The addition of mounds and jungle gyms provides a playful and relaxing place for students to interact with their natural and built environments. The implied pathways flowing through the gaps in these structures, as well as the established walkways, maintain circulation through this central courtyard.

PROJECT NAME | TYPE RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL | INDIVIDUAL WORK: SITE PLAN

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RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL | INDIVIDUAL STUDIO WORK WORK: ELEVATION & PALETTE

RIALTO HIGHSCHOOL | INDIVIDUAL WORK: TECH PLAN & HYDROZONES

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CONSTRUCTING ALTERNATIVE LANDSCAPES: FONTANA, CA. ABOUT

The goal of this studio topic was to conceptualize idealistic futures for the city of Fontana. This was done through the use of different typologies to combat and/or alleviate the city’s numerous struggles. Many of these struggles, which we identified through our research, appeared to stem from the local government’s heavy interest in creating a home for warehousing and logistics rather than focusing on the populace that lives there.

Our process began with studying the power structures of organizations related to Fontana, legislation influencing the city, and case studies of progressive ideas applied by firms or organizations across the country. Two case studies I covered were Fresh Moves Mobile Market and Growing Water.

Fresh Moves Mobile Market indicated how we could improve access to fresh and affordable produce for Fontana. Growing Water, the massive project designed by UrbanLab, influenced my choice in typology studies and general concept explored through collage. The project concluded with multiple workshops that gave us time to use all of the typologies each of us created to articulate our vision for Fontana within the axonometric tile we chose.

PROJECT DATA TYPE SIZE LOCATION INSTRUCTORS TEAM MEMBERS

ACADEMIC: STUDIO WORK 158 ACRES FONTANA, CA. NATASHA HARKISON N/A

RIALTO FONTANA HIGHSCHOOL | INTRODCUTION | STUDIO WORK

TYPOLOGICAL NARRATIVE The ideal future for the city of Fontana is one that utilizes mixed-use buildings and incentivizes sustainable practices. Our studio considered our research with relevant case studies, site analysis, and typology development to collage an optimistic future for the city. From this research, I realized that Fontana will likely remain a logistics and warehouse hub. The city can incentivize companies with various taxrelated benefits to establish sustainable practices and the create mixed-use public community spaces. The typologies featured in this collage are some potential ways companies can develop a better future for Fontana.

FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: COLLAGE

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FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: CASE STUDY

FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: CASE STUDY

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FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: TYPOLOGY DESIGN (WATER CATCHMENT SYSTEM)

FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: TYPOLOGY DESIGN (INTENSIVE GREEN ROOF PARK)

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FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: AXONOMETRIC PLAN

A NEW CITY TO EXPLORE The result of our efforts in the studio was the creation of an axonometric site plan. I fine-tuned my design goals and considered how the city could utilize different typologies within this axonometric. The primary focus was to improve the health and safety of the community. This would be accomplished through various systems. This city of Fontana would need to invest in sustainable technologies such as solar panels and water catchment systems. To mitigate the urban heat island affect, the introduction of “ecoboulevards” with water retention ponds, parks, community agriculture, while improving public transportation would help alleviate the affect. Finally, incorporating mixed-use structures for community spaces and learning centers would increase the ammount of comfortable public space.

The sprawl of industry must lessen to make way for the communities they inhabit.

FONTANA | INDIVIDUAL WORK: AXONOMETRIC PROGRAMS

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Thank You Harrison Edwards

Cal Poly Pomona BSLA ‘25 hhedwards@cpp.edu 847-894-3195