Kiara Dorta Architectural Porfolio

Architectural Portfolio 2023

Kiara G. Dorta

|

4 Selected Works

Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum, Rio De Janeiro by: ArchitectOscar Neimeyer

About me Kiara G. Dorta Architect in training San Juan, Puerto Rico

Growing up, I always had a pencil in hand. In my free time, I sketched out floor plans of my friends and I’s dream homes. I would imagine myself living in the spaces I created; and spent hours playing “The Sims” on my computer, designing perfect virtual houses.

My inclination and passion for the construction and design industries further grew, peaking by the time I was 9. That’s when my family moved to a neighborhood full of residential construction projects. I saw houses being built from scratch, and I wanted to be the one designing them. This love for design led me to enroll in an architecture summer camp in high school. Years later, I’d end up attaining a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the “ArqPoli” School of Architecture at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico.

In college, I developed a design philosophy focused on creating functional, accessible, adaptable spaces with a timeless aesthetic. I’ve always been drawn to architectural styles like Art Deco, Mid-Century, brutalism, and futurism, among others. Architects like Le Corbusier, Louis Kahn, Oscar Niemeyer, and Flores & Prats inspired my work, particularly as I transitioned into the professional realm.

My work experience in the field has been invaluable and enlightening. I’ve learned that there’s more to completing a project than just design elements, or meeting deadlines. The process entails and requires various skills — from tackling challenges with consultants and clients, to managing and staying within budgets, and keeping tabs on all aspects of the construction field. Despite any challenges though, it’s been rewarding to see my work materialize.

2

As an architect, I am committed to designing spaces that fulfill functional needs and enhance people’s lives. I believe my passion for the craft, coupled with my unique skillet and experience, can bring a fresh perspective. It is one I hope to be able to bring to your firm

Experience

2022 - 2023 DESIGNERS & CONTRACTORS Intermediate Architect & BIM Specialist

2020 - 2022 JOTA Arkitekts Junior Architect & CDBG-DR Program Manager

2020 ENG. Miguel A. Bonilla Junior Architect

2019 RCMdO Arquitectos Junior Architect

2019 Miguel Calzada Junior Architect

2018 - 2019 MBA & Associates Junior Architect

2018 FUSTER + Partners- Architects Intern

Skills CAD & MODELING:

Auto Cad, Revit, BIM, Sketchup, Archicad

RENDERING:

Enscape, Lumion

ADOBE CC:

Ilustrator, Indesign, Photoshop

3

Content

01

02

INSTITUTIONAL

RESTAURANT

Head Start - Loiza, Puerto Rico

4

Taco Bell - Hatillo, Puerto Rico

RE

Euro

03

04

ETAILING

AWARD

omoda - Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

PETERSON PRIZE - Ponce, Puerto Rico

5

Head Start

6

7

HEAD START Typology: Institutional Location: Loiza, Puerto Rico

Using color as a primary element, we aim to create a stimulating and playful environment for preschoolers. We use different colors to identify and differentiate classrooms and create a cheerful atmosphere. The shapes of the windows and skylights add interest and variety to both the facade and interior spaces while also providing natural light and ventilation. Additionally, the windows allow children and adults to interact with the outside area, promoting a sense of connection and openness. Our goal is to meet the needs and expectations of our clients while providing a safe and comfortable place for children's education and development.

8

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2022

INTERIOR RENDERS

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2023

9

10

11

12

13

TECNICAL DRAWINGS: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

01

02

ELEVATION A

03

04 ELEVATION B

14

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2022

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2022

15

TECNICAL DRAWINGS: SECTIONS

01

02 SECTION A

03

04 SECTION B

16

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2022

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2022

17

TACO BELL

18

19

01

02

03

20

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2023

TACO BELL Typology: Restaurant Location: Hatillo, Puerto Rico

01

The project is a franchise building that has to comply with the strict design constraints and guidelines of Taco Bell. The main idea was to create a facade that reflects the brand identity and values while also being simple and easy to maintain, as requested by the clients. The solution was to use a combination of materials, colors, and shapes matching the brand logo and style, creating a recognizable facade representing the franchise and its colors.

02

03

04

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2023

21

TECNICAL DRAWINGS: EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

6"

01

P-3

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

P-3

P-1

4' - 3"

P-5 TACO BELL SIGNAGE

3

2' - 0"

2 3' - 6"

1

P-3 TACO BELL SIGNAGE

P-5

3' - 0"

6"

P-3

P-2

CANOPY (P-4)

15' - 0"

2' - 6"

6"

6"

8' - 0"

7' - 0"

8' - 10"

8' - 10"

P-1

P-3

02

2

1

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER

P-3 6"

2' - 0"

3

P-3 TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER

03

P-5 4"

CANOPY (P-4)

2' - 10 1/2" 3' - 7 1/2"

13' - 6"

2' - 10 1/2" 3' - 7 1/2"

P-3

P-1

3' - 0"

3' - 0"

8' - 2"

P-2

2"

04

22

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2023

CANOPY (P-4)

C

B

A

TOP +17' - 3"

6" 2' - 0"

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

TOP +17' - 3"

P-3

P-3

6"

P-4

3' - 0"

20' - 9"

P-2

6"

CANOPY (P-4)

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

CANOPY (P-4) 4"

P-5

9' - 6"

8' - 10"

8' - 2"

9' - 6"

P-1

4" 2' - 4"

4"

P-3 GROUND LEVEL +0' - 0"

GROUND LEVEL +0' - 0"

A

B

P-3

P-5 TOP +17' - 3"

6"

TOP +17' - 3"

3' - 6"

2' - 0"

P-3

C

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER 6" 20' - 9"

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER

TACO BELL SIGNAGE

BY OWNER

CANOPY (P-4) P-1

P-3

OPEN

6' - 0"

GROUND LEVEL +0' - 0"

9' - 10"

P-3

8' - 2"

9' - 6"

CANOPY (P-4)

GROUND LEVEL +0' - 0"

Designers & Contractors |

Software: Revit, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2023

23

EUROMODA

24

25

EUROMODA Typology: Retail Location: Mayaguez, Puerto Rico This project is a 2,330 square feet Euromoda store in Mayaguez Mall, Puerto Rico. Euromoda has several stores in San Juan, but this is their first one outside the city. The client wanted a new entrance and cashier area design while keeping the same layout and colors as the other stores.

The design solution was creating a dynamic and eye-catching storefront with different heights, materials, and colors that attract customers. The storefront has two shop windows, one taller than the other, with the entrance in the middle. One of the windows features an inviting angle, while an LED panel system emits bright colors, creating an attractive and playful storefront atmosphere. The cashier area is spacious and comfortable. The store layout and colors are consistent with the brand identity and style, using white, black, beige, and gray as the primary tones.

01

02

STORE

03

04

26

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

27

28

29

CONSTRUCTION DETAIL

01

2 1/2” METAL STUD 30” x 30” FLUSH MOUNT ACCESS PANEL 3/4” GYPSUM WALL

02

ROLL UP DOOR BARREL

1'-0"

FIXED LED LIGHT TUBE

PLEXI GLASS

PLEXI GLASS

03

STORE AREA

04

MALL CONCOURSE

SECURITY TOWER FINISH FLOOR

STOREFRONT

30

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

FLOOR PLAN & SECTION

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

31

CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

01 STORE AREA

7 1/4"

SECURITY TOWER

CHANGE IN FLOOR HIGH

2'-0"

1'-9"

1'-6"

02

STRIP LIGHT SEE DETAIL 3

2 1/2” METAL STUD

3/4” GYPSUM WALL FIXED LED LIGHT TUBE

WOOD BLOCK 2'-0"

2'-6"

PLEXI GLASS

3/4” WOOD WALL 11"

24"X36" FLUSH MOUNT ACCESS PANEL

03 7"

LOW WALL

1'-3"

1'-0"

2 1/2” METAL STUD

3/4” LAMINATED GLASS

3/4” GYPSUM WALL

MALL CONCOURSE

04

32

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

COMPLETED STORE IMAGES

Jota Arkitekts |

Software: AutoCad, Sketch Up, Enscape |

2021

33

CHARLES E. PETERSON 01

02

03

34

PRIZE

35

CHARLES E. PETERSON PRIZE Third Place Award Location: Ponce, Puerto Rico

01

The prize honors Charles E. Peterson, FAIA, founder of the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS).

The intended goal is to increase awareness, knowledge, and appreciation of historic buildings, structures, and cultural landscapes throughout the United States while adding to the permanent HABS/HAER/HALS Collection of measured drawings at the Library of Congress.

02

03

04

36

Heritage Documentation Program |

Software: AutoCad |

2017

1 5/8”

2’-4 3/8”

*Drawings are not in scale

7’-1 3/4”

9’-7 3/4”

FAMILY CREST | NOT TO SCALE

4’-7 1/4”

IRON GATE FROM “ZAGUAN” | NOT TO SCALE Heritage Documentation Program |

GATE LOCK & KEYHOLE | NOT TO SCALE Software: AutoCad |

2017

37

KITCHEN DRAWINGS

01

14’-6 1/2”

5’-3”

02

8”

03

04

TILES DETAIL | NOT TO SCALE

38

KITCHEN INTERIOR ELEVATIONS | NOT TO SCALE Heritage Documentation Program |

Software: AutoCad |

2017

Heritage Documentation Program |

5’-3”

5’-11 3/8”

9’-3 1/2”

7’-9 1/8”

10”

*Drawings are not in scale

Software: AutoCad |

2017

39

KITCHEN DRAWINGS

01

02

KITCHEN HOOD

03

STOVE TOP

04

DETAIL

KITCHEN INTERIOR ELEVATIONS | NOT TO SCALE

40

*Drawings are not in scale

Casa Vives represents a tremendous and well-preserved example of nineteenth-century craftsmanship, methods, and construction techniques. The property shows the pattern of urban development applied within many traditional urban centers in Puerto Rico.

Casa Vives exemplifies the nineteenth-century upper echelons' social aspirations and class representation and their impact on the built landscape.

CERAMIC TILES

FURNANCE

41

dorta849@gmail.com

KIARA DORTA