Autodesk: Revit | AutoCAD | 3ds Max | Inventor | Forma
3D Modeling: Rhinoceros 3D | Chief Architect
Rendering: Twinmotion | Enscape | D5 | Lumion
Energy Modeling: REMRate | BEopt | Insight 360
Physical Model: 3D Printing | Hand Drafting | Laser Cutter (ULS)
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3 CONVERGENCE M.ARCH Final Studies
4 LAMBERTVILLE MOMA Undergraduate Studio 4
5 SOLAR CONNECTION US DOE Finalist Team Member
6 PARAMETRIC MODELING BIM Projects
7 NOTTINGHAM Professional Work
8 ILLUMI’S WORLD Research Project
AGGIE GATEWAY CENTER 01
Address: Leland Lane, College Station, Texas
Land Area: 50,000 Square Footage
Building Footprint: 20,500 Square Footage
Studio: 2nd Masters Studio (Arch 606)
Professor: Andrew Hawkins
The core or spine of the building is the key to this design to create a streamline experience for the visitors and employees of the center. The objective of the project is to create a center for prospective students to come learn about the university and go on campus tour along with meeting advisors all under one roof. This is the gateway into the life of an Aggie. Here they will learn all about what Texas A&M has to offer and what it is like to become an Aggie.
The project was designed to be the gateway into the life of an Aggie. Here they will learn all about what Texas A&M has to offer and what it is like to become an Aggie. The design was focused on the programming and circulation tough the building along the orientation on the site to incorporating solar generation and optimal daylighting for the best visitor experience here at Texas A&M University. There is a large Plaza on the South East for the view towards the campuses student center and the historic Albritton Tower.
Site Plan
EMERGENCY COMMUNITY CENTER 02
Address: 9901 Belknap Rd., Alief-Houston, Texas
Population: 111,840 People
Elevation: 85 Ft. Above Sea Level
Land Area: 500,000 Square Footage
Professor: Fabrizio Aimar
The emergency storm shelter project, situated in the suburbs of Houston, Texas, was initiated under the guidance of Dr. Fabrizio Aimar, my M.Arch studio professor. The primary aim of this endeavor was to conceptualize and construct a facility dedicated to serving as storm shelters for the local populace in the vicinity. Additionally, it is envisioned to function as a community center, collaborating with the adjacent school to enhance educational opportunities for individuals residing in proximity to the emergency center.
The project placed significant emphasis on sustainability, design, and programming, with resilience emerging as the pivotal aspect of the building’s core principles. The site was strategically elevated, incorporating wind and solar generation, and augmented by the strategic planting of trees along its borders to serve as the primary line of defense. The challenge of designing to withstand natural disasters, particularly hurricanes, was effectively met through the integration of onsite generated energy and a water collection system. The use of concrete as the core material enhances resilience against floods, while the facade design serves a dual purpose: acting as a defense against debris and concealing flood lines.
AXONOMETRIC SITE PLAN
SECTION PERSPECTIVE
SECTION PERSPECTIVE
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CONVERGENCE
HIGH RISE
Address: 1200 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee
Land Area: 120,000 Square Footage
Building Square Footage: 750,000 Square Footage
Studio: Final Studies (Arch 607-608)
Committee: Andrew Hawkins, Wei Yan, Manish Dixit
The Convergence is a vertically integrated urban community blending residential, hospitality, and shared amenities. A central tower hosts both apartments and a hotel, while four mid-rise clusters offer diverse residential units. Hotel guests occupy a separate, shorter tower with exclusive amenities like concierge and curated events. Across all user types, rooftop lounges, co-working areas, wellness zones, and social hubs like the pool and party lounge foster community and flexibility. The design supports a hybrid lifestyle, creating a microcosm of the modern, connected city.
Axonometric View of the Loft Unit
MUSEUM OF MODERN ARTS
Location- Lambertville, New Jersey
Site- Adjacent to Delaware River
Population- 3,800 Residents
Climate- Zone 6b
Known For- Antiques, Art, Crafts, History
Nash Waters served as the adjunct professor overseeing the project, significantly contributing to the successful realization of the Lambertville Museum of Modern Arts’ design development. Crafted for the city of Lambertville, New Jersey, the design concept draws inspiration from the region’s undulating hills and the dynamic rapids of the Delaware River. The museum’s primary objective is to harmoniously integrate modern arts and design elements with the historical colonial style prevalent in the city.
The primary objective of this project was the seamless integration of the proposed structure into the historic fabric of Lambertville, New Jersey, avoiding the imposition of a visually intrusive modern landscape. The design sought to assimilate elements derived from the contextual surroundings, including influences from the historic bridge, the Delaware River, and the neighboring city of New Hope, Pennsylvania. Elevating the building above the existing topography effectively addressed flood-related concerns, considering data for both 50 and 100-year flood occurrences. Furthermore, the terracing on the riverside not only serves a dual purpose by mitigating flooding but also functions as a versatile space, encompassing a boat dock and an amphitheater for communal use.
LEVEL ONE:
Event Space
Womens Restroom
Mens Restroom
Gift Shop
Cafe
Main Lobby
Vestibules
Lobby
Security
Restrooms
Break room
Admin Space
The central objective of this project did not center around the energy modeling aspect of the design. However, the energy modeling data highlights the imperative for the interior design to consider the impact of direct sunlight on the lobby. Notably, in various environmental conditions during the same time of day across different analyses, the staircase consistently emerges as the area with the highest lux levels. It is noteworthy that, throughout the day, there is relatively minimal direct sunlight penetrating the lobby. Nevertheless, the curtain walls positioned above the lobby and the transom windows situated above the reception area contribute substantially to the infusion of natural light into the space.
Lighting analysis on a mid morning clear sunny day in Lambertville, New Jersey
Rendering of the public lobby space in the museum on a clear sunny day
Lighting analysis in the lobby of the museum on a rainy day
Lighting analysis on a mid morning overcast day in Lambertville, New Jersey
05 SOLAR DECATHLON
• Location: Columbia, Missouri
• Lot Size: 0.5 acres
• Building Size: 10,074 sq ft
• Climate Zone: 4A Mixed-Humid
Solar Connection was a project that became a finalist project in the 2023 Solar Decathlon competition comprised of 5+ University of Missouri students. The design was to retrofit the existing structures into one attached housing complex to focusing on becoming net positive along with providing affordable housing for low-income students with varying levels of food and transportation insecurity.
06 PARAMETRIC MODELING
Designed by Foster + Partners for the Smithsonian addition in Washington D.C.
This project along with the other modeling projects were done in Dr. Jong Bum Kim’s Revit modeling class. I learned about adaptive pattern design based modeling in Revit to creating a fluid dynamic architectural canopy design that is embedded within an existing classical architecture. I developed wall types in family files to recreate the building facade in the courtyard of the Smithsonian then using the adaptive pattern base to create the canopy design.
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06 PARAMETRIC MODELING
Designed by Foster + Partners for the Smithsonian addition in Washington D.C.
This project was developed and designed in a class dedicated to learning Grasshopper which was taught by Dr. Wei Yan. Through learning Grasshopper, this project was developed to create a similar project to the existnng but making a script which created iterations and a new design for the canopy in the Smithsonian Museum. This was my first attempt at Grasshopper and learned that there is more to learn from the software.
MASS SCRIPT
COLUMN SCRIPT
07 PROFESSIONAL WORK
This project was done when I worked at Enrich Construction and Remodeling in Columbia, Missouri. This was a design build project for a house that has an existing foundation. I was the soul designer and draftsman on this project and is the first house that I designed and is now sold to the homeowner. I was tasked to design a 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1,500 FT2 single family residents. The total project approximately took 11 months to finalize and sell. It is not the best design and work but it has been the most rewarding project knowing that I was able to provide a new place for a family.
SHEATHING/ WRAPPING
FRAMING PRE_EXISTING CONDITION
FIRST FLOOR
WALKOUT BASEMENT
FINISHED INTERIOR
SIDING INSTALLATION
EARTH WORK/ LANDSCAPING
08 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PROJECT
These rhino models were created for a interdisciplinary research project (Illumi’s World) that has received funding by NSF that Laura Cole, Laura Zangori Danielle Oprean, and Jong Bum Kim under the curricular unit called “Energy of your Environment” (EYE) for middle school science classrooms. The two scenes were part of the mini game that was being developed for this project. One was a science lab for the main character and the other was a classroom for the characters to interact with. Within the team, I was tasked in designing and rendering these scenes in Rhino 7. Scan QR code for more detail about this project.
am a recent Master of Architecture graduate from Texas A&M University.. Driven by a deep commitment to creating environments that enhance community well-being. With a solid foundation in design principles and a relentless pursuit of professional growth, I strive to bridge ideas and reality through innovative problem-solving and creative thinking. My passion lies in developing impactful, sustainable, and forward-thinking architectural solutions, with a particular interest in cutting-edge technologies such as Virtual Reality, 3D visualization, and sustainable design. I am eager to contribute my skills and dedication to a dynamic architectural team, delivering designs that inspire, transform, and serve end users effectively.
Contact
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EDUCATION
Texas A&M University
Masters of Architecture | Aug 2023 - May 2025
The University of Missouri
B.S. in Architectural Studies | Aug 2019 - May 2023
Engineering Sustainability Minor | Construction Management Minor
Finalist Team Member |DOE Solar Decathlon Undergraduate
