Landscape Architecture Portfolio; Hazel Taylor

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Hazel taylor

I am a lifelong equestrian; the sport has taught me about a strong work ethic, time management, organization, teamwork and dependability. The skills that I have developed in the equestrian world will help me as I pursue a career in landscape architecture.

Landscape architects build beautiful spaces that enhance the environment. Beauty encourages feelings of safety and pride in our space and when our space is beautiful, we are more likely to maintain it and celebrate it. I will utilize my learned work ethic, my love of the natural world and my eye for beauty as I pursue my career in landscape architecture.

E D U C A T I O N

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture | Historic Preservation Minor University of Georgia College of Environment and Design Athens, GA

E X P E R I E N C E

Ownership and development of Long Branch Barn’s Equestrian Camp. Private Equestrian Instructor at Oak Wood Farm, Equestrian Working Student and Full Scholarship University of Georgia Equestrian Team. Personal skills include time managment, organization, dependability, communication, project managment and leadership.

H O N O R S

Rising Fawn, GA | Aiken, SC | Ocala, FL | Athens, GA SEC Honor

Athens, GA

Georgia square mall

The Georgia Square Mall, located in Athens, GA, was built in 1981. Unfortunately, the site has fallen into disarray as the use of malls is declining. My partner (Kennedy Bryant) and I were tasked with designing a work, live, play community that could retrofit the Georgia Square Mall site. The design focused on creating a harmonious community that also enhanced the natural environment. Stormwater celebration, reduction of pavement, walkability, and accessibility were aspects that we focused on while designing this site.

L E G E N D

Existing Mall

Shared Green Space Amphitheater Storm Water Celebration Pocket Neighborhood Grocery Store Plaza Museum Outdoor Dining Under Pass

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Exact specifications for the amount of square feet included in green space, retail space, office space, or residential space were all considered.

Making sure that the correct allocations for each respected building use was paramount. Additionally, the amount of parking had to be sufficient to support the traffic and use.

Two thirds of the original 1981 mall building must remain, but could be retrofitted to fit retail, office spaces, or a parking garage.

Site Analysis and Planning

375 sf. 235 Units 1,680 spots

89 Units 322.5 sf.

RETAIL RESIDENTAIL OVER RETAIL TOWNHOMES PARKING GREEN SPACE

Concept A

Concept A mimics the successful community of Suwanee GA that was designed for work, live and play. The existing grade of the site will work well with this design layout as the entire site slopes to the north west corner making it symmetrical to that axis.

Concept B

Concept B follows a more rectilinear design. The layout of this design would flow well with the traffic directed toward the site, but the existing mall would have to be demolished. This poses a greater issue since the budget may not allow for this. This layout would be too automobile focused for the goal of the project.

Site Grading

Site Grading and Precedents

NOT TO SCALE

One of the main goals that Kennedy and I focused on was celebrating the stormwater and runoff on the site. Making sure the stormwater was controlled added a complexity to grading the site. Because the majority of the site was previously a concrete parking lot, grading the site properly for manageable runoff was paramount. We decided to incorporate ground level channels and runs for the storm water to travel through to celebrate it instead of piping it underground. In the park on the top north side of the site, there are walking paths intertwined with the storm water channels. This will be an added visual aspect to the park as well as a functional way to deal with the runoff.

The green spaces on the site were designed with the community in mind. The spaces incorporate walkability, outdoor dining, exploration, comfort, and stormwater celebration. One of the features in the south east green space, is the amphitheater. The amphitheater is a feature that the community can gather in and that can bring in business for the retail spaces surrounding the park. There is a pavilion walkway that links the amphitheater to a museum space located at the top of the park space. The walkway encourages leisure with the many resting spots as well as the various plantings.

PAVILLION WALKWAY

MUSEUM PATIO

community Design

Moss Side Development

Athens, GA

Moss side development

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L E G E N D

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Vegetation Map

During the preliminary design process, soil groups, existing vege tation, water drainage, and slope were all taken into account for the best placements of pocket neighborhoods as well as the amenities location. Retaining as much of the original oak forest as possible while also choosing locations with the best views for building was considered.

Concept Map and RoadWorks

Making sure that this property layout design would be worth it for inventors and builders was one stipulation. Being able to include the most amount of lots for profit purposes while also including forested areas was all considered in the layout of the site.

SINGLE FAMILY NO GARAGE

Zone RS-2.5

SINGLE FAMILY WITH GARAGE

Zone RS-5

The amenities design aims to capitalize on the view of the lake while also creating an enjoyable space for residents to enjoy the pool, tennis courts, club house, fire pit, and outdoor dining spaces. Having these amenities will add to the value of the neighborhood as a whole.

Residential design

Hill Street House Design

Athens, GA

Hill street house

The Hill Street design focuses on utilizing all of the outdoor space to give more room to this single bedroom home. This design incorporates a raised bed garden, play lawn, an outdoor kitchen, outdoor dining spaces, a fire pit, rain garden, and an accessible ramp for wheelchairs. The mature shade trees, native plantings, and outdoor amenities help bring the residents into nature.

L E G E N D

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A B

B B1

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Front Walkway

A1 C

5 6 8 9 N

Section Elevation A

Section Elevation B

Design Inspiration

Design features like the honeysuckle pergola over the breakfast nook, the cozy firepit space on a bed of pea gravel, and the outdoor kitchen set with all of the essentials, are all aspects that make this outdoor space memorable. Additionally, designing a covered and accessible walkway from the garage to the house gives the homeowners a comfortable day to day service.

While grading the Hill Street Site, making sure that the walkways could be accessible for a wheelchair was paramount. Because of the age of the clients, taking this into account was one of the requests. Additionally, creating the correct drainage pathways for stormwater was important. In order to prevent pooling on the site, there are pipes and swales to drain the water towards the rain garden to then let the stormwater filter into the ground.

HILL STREET - RESIDENTIAL INFILL BASE (1=20')

SketchUp Model

thompson FAMILY ymca

With the mission to serve individuals and families through programs designed to build a healthy spirit, mind and body, the Thompson Family YMCA design aims to do just that. With thoughtful care to plant picks and walkway layout this design will aid in their community involvement by giving them a space for outdoor adventure. The outdoor classroom, community garden, and recreational field are all geared to the education of youth in the surrounding community as well as providing a space for exercise to maintain a healthier lifestyle.

L E G E N D

Existing Area Garden Walk Parking Area Community Garden Existing Storage Stroll Garden Pavilion

Field Outdoor Classroom

Phase One Phase Two Phase Three

Phase One includes all concrete and large tree plantings. Because large trees take longer to mature, it is important to install them in the beginning.

Phase Two includes all other ornamental plantings. The orna mental plantings aid in creating the aesthetic for the walkways and create visual interest.

Phase Three includes the community garden design as well as the outdoor classroom. These two additions are extra amenities that can come at a later date.

WALKING PATH

Plantings

The YMCA tasked us to create a planting plan that would be functional year round, not be too much of a maintenance job, but also fit into the specific budget allocation. The plantings chosen compliment just that. The use of native plants mixed with an array of evergreens will give the YMCA a year round presence while also being cohesive to the surrounding ecosystem.

Aucuba Japonica Dryopteris Erythrosora Itea Virginica

Huechera Americana

Muhlenbergia Capilaris

Morella Cerifera

Stachys Byzantina

Prunus

Rudbeckia Hirta

Vinca Major Carpinus Carolinana

Amelanchier x Grandiflora

Chamaecyparis Obtusa ‘Nana’

Rhododendron Ponticum

Phlox Stolonifera

Acer x Freemani

Seasonal Chart

Trident Maple

Freeman Maple Service Berry Iron Wood Savannah Holly Yoshino Cherry Gold Dust Aububa

Dwaf Slender Hinoki Cypress Autumn Fern Alumn Root

Virginia Sweet Spire Muhly Grass Wax Myrtle Kurume Azalea Fragrant Sumac Black Eyed Susan Lambs Ear

January Febuary

During the spring months the plantings will be bright green and lush. In the summer, the lush green colors will remain and will become more vibrant as the fall approaches. The fall months will bring red, orange, and golden colors as the plantings prepare for the cooler months. During the winter months, there will be ample evergreen plantings to keep the spaces looking full.

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