Lester George Graham- Portfolio

Lester George Graham

Master of Architecture- Portfolio ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY- TEMPE

SELECTED PROJECTS FABRIC TUCSON: VISUAL & INTERPERSONAL INTERACTIONS THROUGH FABRIC TUCSON,ARIZONA

TIMBER IN THE CITY COMPETITION: FOOD CITY NEW YORK, NY

THE GROW SPOTPHOENIX, AZ

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FABRIC TUCSON: VISUAL & INTERPERSONAL INTERACTIONS THROUGH FABRIC At Tucson, Arizona

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LOCATION: TUCSON, AZ VALENCIA HOUSE 432-436 SOUTH CONVENT AVENUE WHAT?: CELEBRATING VISUAL AND INTERPERSONAL INTERACTION THROUGH FABRIC WTHIN THE COMMUNITY WHY? OLD/ PAST MEMORIES OF THE EL BARRIO GENTRIFICATION MAKING CLOTHES WAS A PAST TIME COMMUNITY CENTER HOW? OPEN SPACES SPACES PROMOTES INTERACTIONS MERCADO LIKE THEME

Here we have a house in the Barrio Libre area which brings people in the area closer together through fashion. In the house, the movement of people and their daily programs creates a tight bond of interactions which is displayed in the runway area. Also, the runway itself host many shows open to the community and other events such as classes and business startup for free and up to little or nothing. These events from a community center like this is even more important due to the rising development in Tucson and other major cities. In the process we can maintain the culture within the community as changes are developing.

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SECTION W TO E

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SECTION N TO S

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TIMBER IN THE CITY COMPETITION: FOOD CITY- NEW YORK, NY

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Food City + is about building a healthy and sustainable community by providing many incentives for the existing community through bringing the people together by the space of the design. Throughout the many years, Long Island City have been lacking many resources. One way to solve this is the community center integrates the design space because of the roof top gardens which provides food for the community due to the food desert for many years. Also, the residential towers and school provides garden areas to solve the issue. Of course, a program like this will need further assistance, so there are spaces available to teach the community how to cook and prepare meals in the school and community center regarding different ethnic groups surrounding them. On the other side, the gardens will reduce CO2 emissions in the area.

Gentrification is a growing problem in NYC especially in Long Island City. Incentives used to combat this issue are career/ professional development spaces. With these programs in place, it can help maintain the local culture within the community. Also, it will provide advancement in the growing world.

Long Island City used to be known as an industrial place.

But with the added park in front of the programming by the water, it helps to calm and create more of a harmonious environment. Same time people will use the space as they enter the different programs. But, also the availability of East River and the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge will connect the design to the existing community.

The usage of mass timber in the structure and aesthetic brings people together. This is done because wood is grounding and calming material.

Nevertheless, the design providing a healthy and local environment for many opportunities to be available.

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STEP 4

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PERSPECTIVE: NORTH TO SOUTH VIEW OF THE SITE SCALE 1”= 20’

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PERSPECTIVE: COMMUNITY CENTERROOFTOP GARDEN

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PERSPECTIVE: SCHOOL INDOOR GARDEN

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PERSPECTIVE: RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP GARDEN

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PERSPECTIVE: SCHOOL OUTDOOR GARDEN

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PERSPECTIVE: PARK NW

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The Grow Spot- Phoenix, AZ

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Purpose: ASU Design Program Building/ Adaptive Reuse The revitalization of the Jackson Street Garage has a huge impact on Downtown Phoenix.

Key Points • Adaptive Reuse Farming: • Community Center/ ASU Design Building • Design- Sight and Space Creates Communication • Envelope- Copper Skin - Reduces heating in the building - Copper is a major metal found in Arizona - The diamond shape on the skin represents a rattlesnake which is also a snake heavily represented in Arizona.

- As one is at the renovation of Jackson Street Garage, one will know they are in Arizona.

Problem: • Recent observations in the area shown that there is a food desert within the region of the parking structure.

• Also, the area is not community friendly due to many government municipalities.

Solution: • Grow spaces was added to help with cooling of the area but also bring the community together through growing food.

• Gives the community a place to gather using ASU besides Chase Stadium, Talking Stick Arena and Phoenix Convention Center.

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ENVELOPE SECTION GLASS

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TRANSOM

MULLION COPPER SHEET

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SUMMER

WINTER

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LONGITUDINAL SECTION SCALE 1/16”=1’

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TRANSVERSE SECTION SCALE 1/16”=1’

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Lester George Graham Jr.

CONTACT EMAIL lggraham09@gmail.com

EDUCATION Master of Architecture Arizona State University (ASU), Tempe, AZ

May 2018 – Present

CELL NUMBER 347-922-7199

LINKENDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/lester-ggraham09/ ISSUU https://issuu.com/home/published/graham__lestergporfolio_221

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Technology New Mexico State University (NMSU), Las Cruces, NM May 2016

CIVIL ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE Feb 2017- May 2017 Civil Engineering Intern, Bradbury Stamm Construction Inc., Albuquerque, NM • Worked on day to day operations on site • Trained on professional framing to drywall, demolition, finishes, mechanical and electrical systems being placed • Knowledge of RFIs, ASIs and O&Ms Construction Laborer, Bradbury Stamm Construction Inc., Las Cruces, NM

July 2015 – Aug 2015 • Collaborated with a team of engineers in the completion of a project • Maintained a safe work environment and assisted other skilled workers with their assignments Civil Engineering Intern, Bradbury Stamm Construction Inc., Las Cruces, NM May 2015- July 2015 • Obtained 100 hours of onsite training during a $14 million construction at project site • Trained on professional framing to drywall, finishes, mechanical and electrical systems being placed Civil Engineering Intern, C2EM Urban Consulting Engineers, Newark, NJ Dec 2013 – Jan 2014 • Cooperated with consulting engineers with project planning, evaluation, design, and implementation • Utilized AutoCAD Classic and Civil 3D, and estimated and organized construction materials • Ensured conformance to NJ Urban Enterprise Zone codes, and city/township ordinances to design specifications

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ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Customer Store Assistant, Circle K, Tempe, AZ • Provided day-to-day customers’ service and satisfaction • Maintained customer friendly and workable environment • Conducted proper inventory of merchandise and other monetary expenses

May 2019 – Present

NMSU Peer Mentor Advisor, Black Programs, Las Cruces, NM Jan 2015 – May 2016 • Promoted understanding, appreciation and engagement in diverse issues • Coordinated department events, projects, and advertisement in collaboration with staff • Empowered fellow students encouraging networking and academic success Dept. of Facilities and Operations Media Assistant, Stony Brook University, NY • Conducted day-to-day office operations for WUSB, SBU-TV, and Stony Brook Media • Handled customer questions, grievances, and billing inquiries

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS AREAS • Field research & analysis skills • Verbal & written communication • Proficient in Microsoft Office • Experimental design & methods • Regulatory & safety compliance • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite • Quality assurance • SketchUp • Experience with teamwork • Proficient in AutoCAD & Revit

Aug 2008 – May 2009

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS • • • •

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), NMSU Chapter, ASU Chapter Black Student Association, NMSU Student African-American Brotherhood, Stony Brook University Associated of General Contractors (AGC), NMSU Chapter- Commercial Team, Kodiak Project

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LESTER GEORGE THANK YOUGRAHAM MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE. MAY 2021 THANK YOU