Designed user-focused solutions for U.S. and European clients using 3D modeling and Adobe Suite, enhancing satisfaction through innovation and cross-cultural insights.
Maintained and operated 3D printers, CNC machines, and laser cutters while assisting in fabrication techniques like woodworking, casting, and metalwork to ensure precision and quality.
Designed residential exteriors and landscapes by creating mood boards, 3D models, and presentations to enhance aesthetics, clarity, and client satisfaction.
Maintained the gallery space and assisted with curating, installing, and transitioning between exhibits including any cleanup and repairs
This project addresses social and environmental challenges faced by South Bronx residents while introducing an innovative approach to affordable housing. It unfolds in two phases, with the initial phase restoring the waterfront to a tidal marsh. This ecological restoration brings back native species, creating opportunities for residents to engage with the river’s ecosystem. This interaction fosters education, recreation, and participation in efforts to enhance the river’s health, providing benefits not currently available to the community. Additionally, waterfront remediation combats air, soil, and water pollution, resulting in a
healthier living environment. The second phase introduces a floating housing typology, inspired by historical models on the Harlem River. This approach responds to climate change and rising sea levels by imagining an alternative housing concept that is both low-rise and high-density. Nestled within the revitalized landscape, this housing encourages community engagement and programs. The design places a strong emphasis on intergenerational living, accommodating diverse family structures. The units are adaptable, featuring movable wall partitions on a track system to accommodate changing occupancy needs.
Customizable and Adaptable Plan
Low Rise / High Density Urban Plan
Casa Culebra
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Culebra Island, located off Puerto Rico’s coast, faces housing challenges exacerbated by its vulnerability to natural disasters and limited affordable housing options. Our architecture studio visited the island, engaging with locals and organizations to understand their needs.
We became aware of a housing crisis: many homes were destroyed by hurricanes, and affordable housing was scarce. Through discussions with residents like Valentina and organizations like Mujeres de Islas, we learned about their struggles and aspirations for stable housing.
To address these challenges, we proposed an infill approach, utilizing vacant housing inventory and considering various land types’ risks. Our goal is to create sustainable, culturally sensitive, and hurricane-resistant housing solutions.
Acknowledging locals’ nostalgia for wooden construction, we developed hurricane-resilient wood structures, ensuring safety without compromising cultural identity. Our design features a nucleus unit that can expand over time to accommodate growing families, offering flexibility and permanence.
By integrating community feedback and leveraging local resources, we aim to provide affordable housing solutions tailored to Culebra’s unique needs and environment.
Hurricane Resiliency Handbook
Our clients expressed their nostalgia wood construction, but Hurricane Hugo destroyed 80% of wooden homes, leading to a shift toward concrete, which locals felt lacked cultural and island identity.
To address this, we researched hurricane-resistant wood construction using sources like Habitat for Humanity and FEMA, developing a toolkit to guide resilient design and retrofitting.
With this knowledge, we designed adaptable, hurricane-resistant housing that balances durability with the rhythms of island life.
Incremental Design
The design starts with a central nucleus, containing essential utilities and a wrap-around veranda for outdoor living, laundry, and gardening. Homes can expand over time, growing from a 370 sq. ft. studio to a 1,170 sq. ft. 4-bedroom home for up to 8 people. This adaptable approach supports young families while ensuring durability against natural disasters.
Familia de 2-4
Dormitorios: 2
Ft²: 744
Familia de 3-6
Dormitorios: 3
Ft²: 940
Familia de 3-8
Dormitorios: 3-4
Ft²: 1,172
Self-fortification and Passive Desgin
Badkamer Residential Bathroom Design
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Tasked with creating a functional and stylish bathroom in a new Amsterdam flat, this project prioritized my clients need for privacy and optimizing space.
The renderings reveal a thoughtful layout, featuring innovative shower enclosure that enhances the sense of openness while offering privacy from the toilet area.
Soft-toned wood cabinetry adds a touch of warm elegance while providing ample storage.
This design successfully transforms a formally dark and cramped space into a bright and functional oasis.
Drip Coffee
Brand Identity & Interior Visualization
For this project, I designed the logo and brand identity for Drip Coffee, integrating it seamlessly into the café’s interior space. The concept embodies a warm, modern aesthetic, using natural wood textures and fluid design elements to reflect the café’s artisanal approach to coffee.
To showcase the brand in context, I rendered the café’s interior, incorporating the logo into signage, wall art, and materials, ensuring a cohesive visual identity. The custom-designed coffee steam-inspired wall sculpture reinforces the brand’s theme, creating an immersive experience that connects design and atmosphere.
This project highlights my ability to merge branding, interior design, and 3D visualization into a cohesive, engaging space.
