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Table of Contents
4: Personal Statement 6-95: Studio 96-105: Visual Studies 106-129: Applied Studies 130-147: Cultural Studies 148-153: Resume
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Personal Statement Intrinsic to an architectural education is the ability to gain the knowledge of past innovation and expertise, while looking to the future, while simultaneously acquiring ones personal design aesthetic and point of view. The synthesis of these is what will produce the future of the architectural discourse. At times controversial and at times respectful. Architecture, at its pinnacle, is the combination of concepts from other discourses and current architectural rhetoric. SCI-Arc has provided the tools to achieve this. How one utilizes and interprets that information, determines ones path in the field of Architecture. Upon completion of this education, one can only look forward to the application of these tools to the world of Architecture. Also, one can only anticipate how one can impact society on a large or small scale. Comprised in this portfolio, one can find examples of various projects. All of which have contributed to a point of view or attitude towards architecture, design, and urbanism.
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STUDIO 7
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Precedent Study: Entenza House (Case Study House #9), 1949 Eero Saarinen & Charles Eames
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Entenza House - Precedent Study Studio 1GA Through the use of the Entenza House as precedent, as first year architecture students, we were able to replicate existing architecture, at various levels of innovation and historical significance, in order to learn fundamental architectural principles. The Entenza House, by Eero Saarinen and Charles Eames significant due to its contribution to the Case Study House Project. Through its implementation of the most innovative technology of that time period, steel frame construction, they contributed to the discourse of architecture, and simultaneously that of their current state of modernity. This house, designed for John Entenza, served as a ‘bachelor pad’ through a veuyeristic exposure of private spaces to the public. This was accomplished through the utilization of window systems and an innovative approach to the concept of ‘inside-outside’. Program typically located ‘outside’, such as the garage, is now located ‘inside’ and private program, such as his bedroom, is exposed to ‘outside’.
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Physical Model
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Site versus Structure Throughout the Case Study program, site was an intrinsic part of many of the homes. The site was considered during the design process and capitalized upon through execution. The Entenza House similarly incorporated the site into its design methodology. Due to the primary concept of the home and the necessity of the juxtaposition of interiorality versus exteriorality. The site became intrinsic to its design. 1/16” = 1’-0”
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Entenza House: Axonomtric Drawing
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Entenza House: Concept Diagrams
Conceptual Diagrams
Diagrammatic drawings are an essential portion of the design process. Upon analyzation of the precedent study, many potential strategic concepts were discovered. Above and adjacent are diagrams depicting the main concepts found in the precedent study. These concepts may or may not have inspired the original design. However it is possible to assertain these concepts through deductive reasoning. These concepts include: Continuity/Discontinuity (aggregation vs. scattering conditions), Part/Whole (recurring patterns across scales), Stasis/Fluency (measuring transitional relationships between spaces), Circulation, Grid, Structure/Enclosure, and Geometry/Figuration (geometric definition vs. material definition OR material definition vs. structural components vs. enclosure)
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Entenza House: Conceptual Transformation to Hybrid House
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Entenza inspired Hybrid model
PLAN SCALE: 1/16” = 1’-0”
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2ND FLOOR SCALE: 1/16” = 1’-0”
Hybrid Entenza House - Moser House Actor-in-Residence Studio 1GA
SECTION A SCALE: 1/16” = 1’-0”
My partner and I, inspired by our location within the site and the potential for theatricism, chose to design homes for Actors-in-residence. The Entenza House was theatrical in its own sense. The play between interior and exterior, the exposition of the master bedroom to the public area and the potentially stage-like essence of the Entenza pseudo-private area in juxtaposition to the public area. The Moser House, my partner’s precedent study, was in stark contrast. The original design was very closed and formal in nature. She sought to design a very different space and utilized the premise of an actors studio to do so. Simultaneously inspired by icons of theaters past, we sought to incorporate an miniature amphitheater where passersby could sit and enjoy witnessing the artists at work. The detail that made this concept further intriguing was the location of our site. The portion of the site that we were to design was located at the main entrance of the Brandall Park, facing Hollywood Boulevard. Our design not only fused our two precedent houses together, but also carried carried concepts intrinsic to our precedent’s design through to a unique new form. The design also allows for the actors to be characters in their own lives as viewed by foot traffic and commuter traffic from Hollywood Boulevard. Not only would this allow for physical interraction with the public, but also visual connections from anywhere in the house to the adjacent home, the stage area, seating area, sidewalk and street. The portion emulating the Entenza house has a similar voyeuristic quality relating to the private space. This, of course, would be at the control of the user during their stay at Brandall Park. The components of the house and its complexities and can be noted in the working drawing.
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Operational diagram
Working Diagram
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This drawing is intended to describ Visual connections between the ho and the street are depicted by figur ally, key components of the house it plains how the glass walls are able t
be the site and its complexities, in a visual way. ome, the stage, the seating area, the sidewalk res standing within the homes walls. Additiontself have been exploded. This drawing also exto move in order to accomodate various needs.
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Illinois Institue of Technology: Rem Koolhaas Floorplan
Institute of Design & Textile Technology, Los Angeles, CA Precedent Studies: Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston, MA Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Costa Mesa, CA Zaha Hadid
Zaha Hadid: Istanbul block
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Institute of Contemporary Art Boston, Massachusetts Diller, Scofidio and Renfro
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Floor 1
North-South Section
Floor 2
Floor 3
Floor 4
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Skylight Detail
Structural Model
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INITIAL PARTI
Evolution of design
SHIFTED AND SKEWED
Concept Model
SUBSEQUENT ITERATION
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FINAL MASSING
IDTT Institute of Design & Textile Technology Studio 1GB The design of this project was driven through the implementation of concepts from the precedent studies, as well as the “fractured bar� parti proposal. Similar to the IIT building, this building was initiated by the breaking apart of pieces of the original mass. The original fracture pattern was derived from various 2-dimensional patterns designed to emulate concepts inspired by fashion and runways. The final iteration of this model has produced a cluster of buildings close in proximity, with circulation and program becoming its primary concept. Determined by the voids and masses created by the shifting and program of the building, the circulation is both interior and exterior. The program has also deliberately been mixed, regarding its room usage. This allows faculty spaces to be adjacent to student spaces and both adjacent to public spaces. this mixture of program allows for chance encounters among students, faculty and guests. This will create a chance for the exchange of ideas and the circulation of creativity and design. The central building on the site is the auditorium and runway/showroom. All parts of the site are connected to the central space. Along the sides of the runway/showroom are a series of apertures allowing the show or happenings of the room to be viewed from the exterior. The series of apertures is carried throughout the site, placed strategically to allow glimpses of campus life to passersby. Aesthetically, the exterior circulation has become a major focal point to passers-by on Ingraham. The interior circulation has also been made into a focal point with the inclusion of the apertures allowing views into buildings. This dynamic creates a constant interraction among the inhabitants of the school and the urban fabric surrounding the site.
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SITE PLAN: 1/16” = 1’-0”
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IDTT Final Design: The final design of IDTT incorporates the needs of the students, staff, school, and building in relation to the site and urban fabric of Downtown Los Angeles. The school’s adjacency to a busy Southern California freeway will create a large volume of spectators observing this dynamic school while crossing paths with it daily. The fabric of the city will directly influence the fabrics created within the school’s walls. The intention of the design is to create a dynamic conversation among all of the individuals with whom the school interracts.
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Exterior Circulation Rendering
EXPLODED AXON: ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
ACCESIBILITY DIAGRAM: 1/32” = 1’-0”
CROSS SECTION B: 1/16” = 1’-0”
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Exposition Park Museum, Los Angeles, CA Precedent Studies: Rem Koolhaas Studio Pei-Zhu, China
Service Corridor in the Hague Grote Markt Rem Koolhaas
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Digital Beijing Building Studio Pei-Zhu
CELEBRATION OF CHANCE-LIKE NATURE
INTERROGATION OF PROGRAM IN THAT THE EDITTING FUNCTION & HUMAN ACTIVITIES
EMBRACE OF CONTRADICT
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CONCEPT OF CROSS-PROGRAMMING: INTRODUCOF CITY LIFE. ING UNEXPECTED FUNCTIONS IN ROOM PROGRAMS. E NOTION OF PROGRAM INVOLVES AN ACT OF AS A PRETEXT FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN. INCORPORATES OBSERVATIONS OF THE CONTEMPORARY CITY WITHIN DESIGN ACTIVITIES. TIONS BETWEEN DISCIPLINES OF ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN.
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Exposition Boulevard
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LEGEND:
1. Natural History Museum 2. Rose Garden 3. California Science Center 4. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum 5. LOS ANGELES ENERGY MUSEUM
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COLLAGE PLAN
COLLAGE PLAN Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
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FLOOR PLAN Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
ROOF PLAN
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Interior Rendering 44
Structural System Rendering
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STRUCTURAL PLAN
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COLUMN/FOOTING DETAIL COLUMN/FOOTING DETAIL
EXPLODED AXON
EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC
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iinterior photo of Eaton Centre
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St. Lawrence Market, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Precedent Studies: Eaton Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Liege-Guillemins TGV Railway Station, Liege Belgium. Calatrava. Cooper Union. Morphosis. Renzo Piano: Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris, France IBM Traveling Pavilion Lingotto Factory Conversion Punta Nave Piano Building Workshop, Genoa, Italy Potsdamer Platz Reconstruction, Berlin, Germany Maison Hermes, Tokyo, Japan Aurora Place High-Rise Offices and Apartment Blocks, Sydney Australia Padre Pio Pilgrimage Church, San Giovanni Rotondo (Foggia), Italy
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Underground Path Evolution
Site
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St. Lawrence Market Toronto, Ontario, Canada Studio 2GA
Site
Upon visitation to the existing Market and surrounding city, inspiration was found within its current and past infrastructural aspects. Through initial research, which can be seen left, a fascinating concept was that of the bottom up nature of infrastructural development within the city. The goal within the design was to replicate this bottom up evolution, in a top down manner. Also, the intention was to extend the underground infrastructure to the Market area. This would provide more ease of accessibility to the market and courthouse, as well as increase revenue to the city. The goal was to design a building that served as a connector to the city. Also providing room for growth, for the future.
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Interior view of current St. Lawrence Market
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Existing Re-apportioned New
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Level P [plaza] scale: 1:50
Level [1W; 1E] scale: 1:50
Level [2W; 2E] scale: 1:50
Level [3W; 3E] scale: 1:50
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Parking (typ)
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HVAC Mechanical Eq.
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Structural and Telecommunication Roof rendering
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Structural System Axon
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How it works:
Subterranean Train STation R
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Rendering
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Waterfront Development & Urban Extension
AR1U090 Studio: Analysis and Design of Urban Form (Q1) 62 Steffen Nijhuis Tutor: Group 5: Zwolle, NL
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Zwolle Waterfront & Urban Extension Zwolle, Netherlands
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Zwolle: City on the Ijsseldelta Since the establishment of the city of Zwolle, water ways have been an essential element in daily life. Dating back to the early 1900’s, Zwolle began utilizing the water system for the purposes of trade and commerce. Located adjacent to three main waterways, the Ijssel, the Vecht, and the Zwarte water and linked through various canals, Zwolle has always had a close relationship with its surrounding water. And this relationship should be capitalized upon in a modern capacity. This relationship can be clearly noted by its original city border. Currently the water precautions in Zwolle are adequate in meeting the needs of the city. The water quality also currently meets the standards set forth by the European Union. However, the city is actively seeking to ensure the safety and quality of the water situation into the future. Currently the adjacent river system is being vastly under-utilized. Although the industrial area is one of the best in the region, most waterfront areas throughout the city and its borders are not being utilized. The river and canal waterfront areas close to the city center have various types of development which link to the city center. However, some of the waterfront development along the Zwarte Water is either currently under-utilized or mis-utilized, while the waterfront along the Vecht and the Ijssel are completely unutilized. For this reason a connection from these waterfront locations is lacking. The interconnection of the the entire city through its green areas, urban fabric and water exists, but has not reached its ultimate potential. The goal of this analysis is to explore the strengths and weaknesses of the Zwolle water system, to find solutions for existing weaknesses, and to find a connecting factor within the water, green and urban fabric. Also, the goal is to propose solutions that not only solve the already determined water projects, but that also create an interconnection between those projects, which are not only functional, but beautiful.
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EXISTING CONDITIONS:
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RESEARCH:
CURRENT WATER SOLUTIONS: 3. NEW CONSTRUCTION OF ANTLIA PUMPING STATION
2. DIKE RELOCATION WESTENHOLTE
INCREASE WATER FLOW FROM EUROPEAN RIVERS (ESPECIALLY RHINE)
RISE OF SEA LEVEL DUE TO GLOBAL WARMING
Dike Relocation
1. LOWERING OF THE SCHELLER EN OLDENELER FLOODPLAIN
INCREASE OF PRECIPITATION & HIGH GROUND WATER LEVELS
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS: LACK OF CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN URBAN FABRIC AND WATER
LOOKING FORWARD: PROPOSED WATER SOLUTIONS:
PREPARATION FOR THE FUTURE: PREPAREDNESS FOR EXTREME DRAUGHT OR EXTREME FLOODING
1. STRATEGICALLY PLACED BRIDGES AND WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT 2. ADDITIONAL WATER STORAGE & PUMPING STATION 3. PROVIDED CONNECTIVITY VIA WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT, CONNECTOR BIKE PATHS, BRIDGES (BOTH EXISTING AND NEW)
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The initial goal of the analysis phase was to establish the potential water problems and areas of improvement within Zwolle. There was a need to establish the various typologies that exist along the various waterfront areas in Zwolle, and finally to propose potential areas in which waterfront development could take place. The municipality of Zwolle has determined a some existing areas in which improvements are currently in progress. These are new construction of a water pumping station at Antlia (already completed), the lowering of the Scheller en Oldeneler floodplain, and the Dike Relocation at Westenholte. These needs were established due to various causes in increase of precipitation and water flow. The flow of water from other European Rivers, specifically the Rhine River, has created a recent increase in water levels among Zwolle’s adjacent rivers. Also, there has been found to be an increase in ground water levels, as well as an increase of precipitation. Simultaneously, due to global warming, ocean levels are rising and subsequently pushing salt water up into the rivers, and therefore further increasing water levels. Additional needs, that are yet to be established by the city, are that of lack of connectivity between the water, urban fabric and green areas. Zwolle has traditionally been a hydrophillic city within the design proposal, the goal will be to increase that relationship utilizing modern applications.
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KEY VISION POINTS: Establishment of new City entrance, via remodeling of existing bridge. Connectivity between both sides of the city (river adjacent) via bike trails and interconnection of park systems. Project Area: Zwolle Waterfront & Urban Extension
Development of strategic waterfront areas. Establishment of parkway system. Urban extension of Zwolle via housing development (also waterfront) Interconnection of existing waterfront solutions with new design implementations. Reconnecting and establishing connections between the waterfront, green areas and the urban fabric.
Connection between waterfront, green areas and urban fabric.
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ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY: BRANCHING ALGORITHM
The organizational strategy utilized within this masterplan sought to emulate the concept of nature, water, and connectivity. Through the use of the concept of a branching algorithm, a leaf or branch pattern emerges. This conceptual strategy, in plan view, represents through its appearance also the concept of rivers running towards the larger body of water. The areas adjacent to the highway have been allocated as parks, which allows for the interconnection of these individual parks. This creates the parkway green structure that is comprised in this masterplan.
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Mixed Use: Residential - Commercial
Residential: Multi-family 3
Residential: Single family 1
Commercial: Shopping Mall
Residential: Single family 2
Commercial: Business
HOUSING TYPOLOGIES & LEGEND:
Bicycle Paths Sidewalks
Residential: Multi-family 1
Secondary Roads Primary Roads Highway Ijssel River Private gardens Grass - maintained Grass - not maintained Public Green Space Private Green
Residential: Multi-family 2
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Children’s Play Area
MASTERPLAN:
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VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH DESIGN: Creation of new Entrance into Zwolle, via a new bridge which is conceptually carried throughout the urban extension design plan. Interconnectivity of water, green and urban fabric by means of housing urban extension that engages the waterfront. New waterfront landscaping provides areas for recreation for new residents. Waterfront engaged both physically and visually by various levels of housing and vantage Creation of new urban extension plan, which will allow for a connection of the urban fabric adjacent to the Ijssel River to the urban fabric of the city center. This also is carried through, with the implementation of the parkway system. Residents can follow the green area, by car or by bicycle, from the riverfront to the city center and adjacent areas. Creation of a park system, within the urban extension housing plan. Allowing for a connection to nature from each individual home or apartment building.
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A. Worlds Largest Bridge, Dubai, UAE
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Ur b a n I nte r ve nt i o n s for a S o c i o - S p at i a l Impact Th i s q u a r te r h as ser ved a s a n i nt ro d u c t ion to the i m p a c t o f u r ban interve nt i o n s a n d i ts ramific at i o n s o n a s o cial level. U t i l i z i n g s p at i al qualit y a s a d e te r m i n ant in so c i a l co h e s i o n or in the s t u d y o f i n consistenc i e s fo u n d w i t hin cities. Th i s q u a r te r h as focused o n N i j e m e g e n , NL. This p ro j e c t w i l l focus on t h e i n f ra s t r u c t ural spa t i a l q u a l i t i e s and the i nte r ve nt i o n - b ased effe c t s o n s o c i a l cohesion.
St a g e I : S e l e c t i o n o f Tra n s fo r m at i o n I s s u e
Tof hrough the research and analysis phase this project was established some ba-
sic deficiencies within the city center of Nijmegen. The city center contains many strengths, which the municipality is not currently utilizing to its fullest capacity. The areas which were determined to be the focus of this project were based on our SWOT analysis, based on our findings. These areas are the waterfront, adjacent to the Benedenstad, the commercial sector and the connectivity between infrastructural components and the Plein 1944. Within the research was found that there was a lack of cohesiveness between the train station and the Plein 1944, where a bus depot is located. This was determined to be a weakness that, upon correction, would increase the flow of people into the city for shopping and recreational purposes, and therefore increase the economic and social value for the inhabitants. For this portion of the project, the focus will lie along the Tunnelweg leading vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian traffic towards the Plein 1944. Upon completion in phasing of this portion, it will be utilized as precedent for other main roadways throughout the center. This will provide connectivity which the municipality is seeking and increase revenue in the shopping districts and property value among the dwellings.
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Nijmegen Urban Intervention Nijmegen, Netherlands
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St a g e II: Urban Design, Co n cept & Proposal
Tsiveness he main concept for this project is that of cohewithin the infrastructural components.
Currently there is a cohesie path to the city center fromteh train station. However, the goal of this project is to provide an alternate route. This route will provide a route for pedestrians and cyclists into the city center without interruption of their path of travel. For vehicles it will provide a strategic location for parking and subsequently access to the city center and shopping district. The concept/problem statement diagram shows some of the main points within the city center and figururatively expresses the break in continuity. The goal then is to by means of an intervention, provide a continuous path of travel.
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Concept/Pro b l e m St ate m e nt : Currently roadways are incohesive between key locations within the city center.
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Design Pri n c i p l e s : Circulation & Acce s s : 1. R o a d I m p rove m e nt s : Th e ro a d wa y s should b e retrofitted to i n c l u d e b i c ycle paths and ample s i d e wa l k s p a ce for p edestrians. Curre n t l y t h e re i s a lack of consistenc y, w h i ch m a y b e noted within the sect i o n s o f t h e existing conditions. A . Ve h i c u l a r Street: D ue to the s p at i a l q u a l i t y of the roads found w i t h i n t h e c i t y center, vehicular t ra f f i c s h o u l d be avoided within t h e c i t y ce nter. Vehicles, other t h a n d e l i ve r y vehicles and buses, s h o u l d b e g u i ded to strategic par ki n g g a ra g e s. This will ease the f l ow o f t h e t ra ffic, ease congestion w i t h i n t h e c i t y and provide a con ve n i e nt l o c at i on for par k ing to ac ce s s t h e f a c i l i t i es within the center. B. Pe d e s t r i a n & Bic ycle Street: As a g u i d e l i n e for the implemen t at i o n o f p e destr ian walk ways, a l l ve h i c u l a r roads must have a s i d e wa l k d e s i gnated for pedest r i a n u s e. Wi dth should be simil a r i n s i ze a n d mater ial should be i n a cco rd a n ce with specification.
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Existing Co n d i t i o n s : Th e ro a d wa y s, bic ycle path a n d p e d e s t r i a n path along Van S c h a e c k M a t h onsingel are ad e q ua te f o r t he needs of the c i t y. Th e s e ro ads provide ample s p a ce f o r p e destrians and ve h i c l e s to a r r i ve inthe cit y cente r. O n t t h e f ollowing page you w i l l s e e t h e e xisting conditions, w h i c h w i l l re q uire no alteration.
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Existing Co n d i t i o n s :
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2. R oad I mprovements: Street Park ing The streetscap e along t h e ro a d wa y s s h o u l d b e re t ro f i t te d to complement all bic yc l e p a t h s a n d s i d e wa l k s p a ce f o r p edestrian and c yclist s a f e t y. Cu r re n t l y t h e re i s a l a c k o f consistenc y also within t h e s t re e t s ca p i n g, w h i c h m a y b e noted within the sec tion s o f t h e e x i s t i n g co n d i t i o n s. A. Street Park ing: Stre e t p a r k i n g w i l l n o t b e p e r m i t te d within the cit y center. U n d e rgro u n d p a r k i n g s t r u c t u re s are to be provided for utilization by the residents. This will create a better spatial q u a l i t y a l o n g t h e ro a d s a s we l l a s increase pedestr ian an d b i c yc l e t ra f f i c t h ro u g h t h e c i t y.
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3. R oad I mprovements: Streetscape The streetscape along the roadways should be retrofitted to complement all bic ycle paths and sid e wa l k s p a ce f o r p e d e s t r i a n a n d c yc l i s t s a f e t y. Currently there is a lack o f co n s i s te n c y a l s o w i t h i n t h e s t re e t s ca p i n g, which may b e noted wi t h i n t h e s e c t i o n s o f t h e e x i s t i n g co n d i t i o n s. A. Streetscape: R oad s t h at a re a l o n g m a i n ve h i c l u l a r ro a d s a n d away from residential a re a s a re at a h i g h r i s k fo r c r i m e a n d a l a c k o f comfor t level for users s a fe t y. Fo r t h i s re a s o n i t i s re q u i re d a l o n g each road way /walk way / b i c yc l e p at h to p rov i d e a d e q u ate l i g ht i n g. Additionally, in order to a d d to t h e gre e n q u a l i t y o f t h e c i t y, t h e a d dition of trees will be re q u i re d a l o n g e a c h o f t h e s e t h ro ro u g h f a re s.
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Pl e i n 1 9 4 4 : E x i sting Conditions 4. Public Spaces: O ver time, the cit y ce n te r i s to p ro d u ce a h i g h e r l e ve l o f green spaces within t h e p u b l i c s p a ce s f o u n d w i t h i n t h e cit y center. This wi l l i n c re a s e t h e e co n o m i c va l u e o f t h e prop er t y as well as i n c re a s e t h e s o c i a l va l u e a m o n g i nhabitants and visito r s. A. Water features : Wh e re p o s s i b l e, t h e re s h o u l d b e a water element inc l u d e d w i t h i n t h e gre e n s p a ce s. Th i s will provide a space t h at i s at t ra c t i ve d u r i n g t h e s u m m e r months, as well as p rov i d i n g a “m o n u m e nt � t y p e fe at u re within that space. Ad d i t i o n a l l y i t i s m e a nt to re p re s e nt the histor ical relat i o n s h i p to t h e wate r w i t h i n t h e c i t y. B. R elation to Tra n s i t : D u e to t h e n at u re o f t h i s p ro posal, connec tivit y to t ra n s i t i s o n e o f t h e to p p r i o r i t i e s. The main concept i s fo r t h e s e co h e s i ve ro a d co n n e c to r s to ser ve as connec to r s b e t we e n va r i o u s t ra n s p o r t at i o n hubs. This imme d i ate p l a n w i l l f a c i l i t ate t h e m ove ment bet ween the t ra i n s t at i o n , t h e Pl e i n 1 9 4 4 , v i a b u s transit or pedestr i a n . I n t h e f u t u re t h e g o a l w i l l a l s o be to connec t to t h e wate r t a x i a s we l l a s o t h e r p o i nt s throughout the cit y. Th e s e s t rate gi c p o i nt s a re to a l s o connec t to par k in g s t r u c t u re s. Wi t h i n t h i s p l a n t h e re will be an addition o f 2 u n d e rgro u n d p a r k i n g s t r u c t u re s. C. Facade/ R elatio n to S i d ewa l k : Fa c a d e s o f t h e ex i s t i n g housing blocks are to re m a i n t h e s a m e. O n l y w i t h i n t h e Plein 1944 are the b u i l d i n g f a c a d e s to b e a l te re d. Wi t h i n the Plein 1944, whe re m i xe d u s e b u i l d i n g s a re a l re a d y u t ilized, the facade w i l l b e c h a n g e d to o n e o f t h e s p e c i f i e d facade t ypes, whil e m a i nt a i n i n g i t s f u n c t i o n . Fu n c t i o n will be altered as d e te r m i n e d n e ce s s a r y fo r t h e p u r p o s e of providing more p a r k- l i k e s e r v i ce s to t h e i n h a b i t a nt s. 89
Vis i o n fo r Pl e i n 1 9 4 4 : Restaurants with outdoor seating, NL
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B enef i t s : O ve r t i m e, t h e c i t y center will attrac t a higher volume of p eople, b oth residents and v i s i to r s. Wi t h t h e s e s p e c i f i c i n te r ve n t i o n s, th e q ua l i t y o f t h e green struc ture inthe cit y will b e greatly improved. This will incre a s e p ro p e r t y va l u e s a s we l l a s s o c i a l va l u e w i t h i n t h e c i t y. With the pro duc tion of green spaces and development of public spa ce s f o u n d w i t h i n t h e c i t y ce n te r, re ve nu e w i l l i n c re a s e w i t h landlords and owners by the increased prop er t y value; the munic i p a l i t y w i l l b e n e f i t t h ro ug h i n c re a s e d re venu e i n t h e s h o p ping distric ts, as well a s the tax revenue; and the inhabitants of th e c i t y by p rov i d i n g a h i g h e r q ua l i t y o f c i t y. A. Pl e i n 1 9 4 4 : With the renovation of the Plein 1944, the municipalit y will acco m p l i s h t h e i r g o a l o f p rov i d i n g a co n n e c to r to t h e s h o p p i ng distr ic t as well as providing a green space for the cit y inhab i t a nt s. Trave l e r s w i l l p a r t i c i p ate i n t h e ne w f un c t i o n w h ich will be located at the Plein. Also it will provide a connec tio n to t h e re s t o f t h e c i t y. B. U n d e rgro u n d Park ing G arage & Urban Park at Tunnelweg: This green area w i l l p rov i d e a n u r b a n p a r k s e t t i n g fo r t h e in h a b i t a nt s o f t h e adjacent apar tments, as well as a resting area for travelers an d co r p o rate e m p l oye e s. S i m u l t a n e o u s l y, th e p a r k i n g g a ra ge will provide additi onal par k ing for the cit y, on the border of t h e c i t y ce nte r. Th e e co n o m i c b e n e f i t w i l l b e fo u n d i n the increase in revenue for the cit y by attrac ting more visitors, a s we l l a s t h e a d d i t i o n o f gre e n s p a ce. C. N ew Co h e s i ve R oad Struc ture: Will be a benefit economically by increasing t h e a m o u nt o f v i s i to r s to t h e c i t y ce nte r.
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BRASSICA OLERACEA LINNE An occurrence often found within nature is that of the adaptation of species. This occurrence is commonly found within animal, as well as, plant life. This study sought to artistically replicate instances that occur within nature. The utilization of color and form manipulation was used as the vehicles by which to figuratively depict their evolutionary processes. Color was depicted in the physical model and rendering as intravenous movements of color. The movement and interconnection of the cabbage leaves was intended to depict artistically moments that occur within the life cycle of plantae. The manipulation of the leaves depict the occurrence of flowering within that life cycle. The renderings created were simultaneously intended to realize the level of performance attainable through the ZBrush software. 98
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The process commenced through the utilization of the 3D scanner in order to obtain a 3-Dimensional representation of the object in digital format. The 3-Dimensional object was then manipulated digitally in order to derive the design for the final panel. Upon completion of the digital composition, a milled form was created utilizing the CNC machine. The foam model was then Vacuum formed, which created the mold that was utilized to pour the resin for the production of the final panel.
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Renderings: Left: Chiarroscuro. Matte finish. Middle: Adaptation represented through color traveling intravenously. Right: Image of final physical panel. Depicting the concept of color deformation and contrast.
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Material Properties: Tripod Arch Project Narrative: The concept behind this concrete based proposal is to create an arch system that may be walked beneath. Although our original concept was to create such a system utilizing wood, we intend to explore the materiality of the cement and how it would change the effect upon the structure. We intend to cast each segment of this structure separately and later assemble them. Each unit will have a hollowed interior, similar to coffered ceilings. This will allow for a more lightweight structure.
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Midterm Analysis For the midterm analysis, the intention was to test the structure to the point of breaking in order to study the failure and create a stronger structure. Ultimately, we were not required to do so for the midterm. The structure was successful in maintaining its form with the removal of the bracing. Assembly shown is 1/3 of total proposed arch system.
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Tripod Arch System During our final presentation, the arch was brought to its point of completion. Documentation of the assembly is shown in images above and below. The blocks were assembled as a dry fit with a keystone and footings. Each leg of the arch is contains nine blocks. Of the nine blocks, three were cast with a 3” wall, three were cast with a 2” wall and the final three were cast with a 1” wall. This method allowed for blocks decreasing in weight as they were placed towards the top. Bracing held the arch in place through to completion. Image above depicts work done by the entire group.
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Testing to the point of failure. Group: (left to right) Changhun Cho Lisa Diaz Scott Davis Christine Choe Andrew Brombach Betsy Cole Cheeyoon Chun
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Tripod Arch Images depict the arch as a free standing structure. Great care was taken upon removing the bracing. Once the bracing was removed the blocks settled. Pressure from above pushed downward until arch remained steady. Adjacent are the group members prior to the arches failure.
Testing to the point of failure During the years of 1936-39 Frank Lloyd Wright designed the S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. Headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin. His design called for a tree shaped column that many thought would be structurally unsound. To prove its strength Wright conducted a similar test. The goal is to apply weight until the point of failure. Wrights columns withstood the weight burdened atop of it, while our arch failed structurally. Adjacent images document the testing. 115
Tempering the Environment Final Project, Lighting Portion A. Identify the tasks and human-related activities in each of the three spaces as they relate to the illuminated environment as well as identifying any special lighting requirements needed for the illumination of any unique architectural conditions that your design presents. LOBBY: The tasks and human-related activities that will take place in the lobby area are that of organization and as a traffic area entering into the runway space. A small table may be placed in the lobby to create a check-in area for guests or for the dissemination of related materials. Also, this space serves as a space which guests will pass through to the runway area. There were no special needs in this area. General lighting was employed. Since all walls are constructed of glass, there is also no need for effect lighting on any walls or surfaces. The main focal point upon entering the space is the runway and backdrop. RUNWAY: The tasks and human-related activities that will take place in the runway area are the presentation of fashion shows and the audience observing the show from the adjacent areas. The lighting requirements for this space were meant to provide adequate lighting between shows for audience members to move and have good visibility. During the runway show the lighting requirement included spot lights for the runway and the ability to dim the ambient lighting that was utilized prior to the show. There are spotlights placed on either end of the runway and are adjustable depending on the needs of the particular show parameters. The lights adjacent to the back wall of the runway are also utilized to cast light onto the branding of the designer. Lights (not specified within this project) may be changed to create lighting effects on that back wall. Behind the runway that is visible to the audience is the preparation area for the models. This was lit with T5 fluorescent light for general ambient light. If more specific or concentrated light is necessary for preparation, lights may be located within the furniture units to provide additional lighting for each model. CLASSROOM: The tasks and human-related activities taht will take place within the classroom are that of lecture, and may be used for general usage during show times. Due to the general nature of the space, T5 fluorescent lighting was implemented for an overall level of lighting. This type of light is an excellent option for this space due to its energy efficiency, excellent lumen maintenance, instant restrike, control friendliness, improved color rendering, small size, lack of color shift, a wider variety of color choices, and its improved lamp life. B. Provide a lighting layout that identifies the key lighting strategies used to address the previously identified tasks/activities of each space. Please reference fixture types for each lighting effect along with the suggested lighting fixture layout. The lighting fixture layout must show design intent for each of the three spaces. C. Describe how natural light can be used in the overall lighting design of the building and the ramifications (pros and cons) of introducing natural light into the space. Identify and describe specific architectural choices as they relate to day-lighting and how these choices affect the overall lighting design of the space. Please identify any other energy efficient measures in your design decisions.
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Natural light can definitely be used in the overall lighting of the building. The entire design has been constructed predominantly of glass. Curtains will be utilized to close off the space when lack of sunlight is desired. However, when all of the curtains are open, it will allow an immense amount of light into the building. This will allow the space to be very energy efficient. During daylight hours, no artificial lighting will be necessary in the building. The only con to having so much daylight entering the space would be in the case of a particular show requiring the lack of daylight. In this case the curtains could be closed and the problem would be solved. During non-daylight hours the use of artificial light will be important. However the lights specified for this project are energy efficient. Also, due to the fact that artificial lights will not be necessary for lighting throughout the day, the cost of energy for the space overall will be much lower.
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Proposed Acoustical Design: The function that this auditorium will perform includes events using a microphone (lecture), movies, and drama events. The proposed acoustical design for this auditorium supports the required functionality by the installation of reflectors on the ceiling to capitalize on the reflected sound arriving from the ceiling is important to the overall reverberance of the room. The walls are covered in a combination of materials which are absorptive and reflective, based on the actual sound performance utilized in the room. Dimensions of the stage area are based on general stage requirements. Information about auditorium acoustics:
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Examples of Alaskan residential Architecture
Utilizing Climate Consultant: The assignment is to look at climate data on Climate Consultant Software and write a short description on what the data tells you. Include graphs to support your write up if you like, but it’s not a requirement. 1. what type of climate is this? 2. what kind of building would make sense in this climate? 3. what kind of details would you include in the building design?
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Analysis of Deadhorse, Alaska: Climate Type: Climate Type “ET” (Koppen classification), Polar (tundra, no true summer, latitude 60-75 degrees) Climate Type “8” (ASHRAE Standards 90.1-2004 and 90.2-2004 Climate Zone). Subarctic, Probable Koppen classification=Dfc, Subarctic. The type of building that would make sense in this type of climate would be one in which the materials utilized would be able to withstand extreme cold and snow. There are not many occurences of rain, although its main precipitation is snow. They also experience high wind speeds throughout the year, therefore the buildings would also require the strength (or shape) to resist up to 19.6 m/s. Buildings would require pitched roofs in order to protect from snow pile-ups and roofs caving in. Also, ornament on the exterior of the building would need to withstand the weight of snow piled on top of it. Since there is much snow, and long winters, it may be best to simplify exteriors of the buildings. The construction of the building should include a good insulation and heating system. Annually there are only 47 cooling degreedays (10 degree baseline) while there are 7166 heating degree-days (10 degree baseline). At 18 degree baseline there are 0 cooling degree-days per year, while there are 10039 heating degree-days per year. The Native Americans who inhabit(ed) Alaska were famous for their igloo dwellings. The shape of the igloo was intrinsic to the survival of the inhabitants due to the ability of its shape to withstand wind gusts. The dwelling also allowed for a central fire to keep the inhabitants warm and an opening in the ceiling to allow for the smoke to escape. This configuration of a building is extremely practical in this application. Overhangs are also helpful due to the high levels of direct solar radiation during periods of the year.
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18134 Rustic Court Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (714) 310-5824 Cell l.diazroman@gmail.com
Lisa E. Diaz
Adobe Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign AutoCAD Rhino 3D Studio Max Maya ZBrush
La Accademia di Belli Arti, Florence, Italy. June 2006
California State University, Long Beach. [Coursework completed and Portfolio available in Interior Architectural Design.]
Foundation Program in Architecture. Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, CA. July-August 2008.
[Towards: Masters of Architecture] Urbanism track: Delft University of Technology Delft, Netherlands. Fall 2010
Masters of Architecture: Southern California Institute of Architecture Los Angeles, California. 2008-Present.
Pomona High School Engineering Program. 475 Bangor Street. Pomona, CA 91767
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and the Greater Cleveland area. Photo published in the October 2007 issue of Kaleidoscope Magazine.
Kaleidoscope Magazine 40/40 Club Inductee, Class of 2007
PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
May 5, 2010:
LECTURES:
www.shadeszine.com http://www.abitare.it/events/inspired-by-nature/ http://disegnarecon.cib.unibo.it/
California State Center on Via G. Leopardi 12, Florence, Italy. Juried Online Exhibition: artistrunway.com “Inspired by Nature� A collective installation by SCI-Arc, Los Angeles and Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA), Milano, Italy
Shades Magazine, December 2007 issue. Abitare, International Design Magazine, April 2010 DISEGNARECON, "Observing Nature" (Synthetic, pg. 97)
PUBLICATIONS:
June 30, 2006: December 31, 2007: April 12-16, 2010:
EXHIBITIONS:
Ability to produce architectural drawings (including plans, sections, and elevations) and diagrams. Ability to navigate digitally or manually to produce architectural drawings, 3 Dimensional drawings and Architectural Renderings. Space Planning. Ability to research and implement code requirements.
ARCHITECTURAL SKILLS:
COMPUTER SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY:
2006: Drawing and Painting in Florence
2006: BA, Studio Art: Drawing and Painting
2008: Making + Meaning
Fall 2010: Study Abroad, M.Arch
2011 [projected]: M.Arch
EDUCATION:
simultaneously allowing me to utilize my current knowledge and skills in Architecture, Interior Architectural Design, and Computer Software.
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PinkBerry; Fairfax, VA: Completed construction documents in conjunction with the Interior Architect. Coordinated the completion and compilation of necessary documents for Health Review submittal. Maintained communication with Engineers, PinkBerry corporate office and construction management expeditor. [Company undisclosed] New Airport Hangar; Ohio: Assisted Architect in the design development phase. Assisted in the production of a preliminary drawing set with the schematic design. Completed various iterations of proposed plans. Created 3D model, renderings and 3D line drawings for presentation to client. Theotokos Skete; Ohio: Construction documents. CAMO Surgery Center; Honduras: Assisted Architect in the Schematic Design phase of this remodel project. Completed space planning of interior space, allocating space requirements per hospital design standards. Kent State Library; Kent, Ohio: Assisted Architect in the design development phase of a facade remodel in conjunction with the Landscape Architecture Department. Assisted in the production of a preliminary drawing set with the schematic design. Created 3D model, renderings and 3D line drawings for presentation to Kent State executives. NCA Test Fit Services; Cleveland, Ohio: Completed interior space planning for an office remodel project proposal. First Baptist Church; Ohio: Revision of autocad files per Domokur Standards
PROJECTS:
Updated and originated AutoCADD architectural drawings, as well as schematic, diagrammatic, and construction drawings according to Domokur standards. Assisted Interior Architect with the preparation of construction drawings, communicated with engineer, contractor and expeditor through to completion of the submittal of drawings for construction. Assisted Architect in the preparation of presentations for meetings with clients. Attended a weekly construction progress meeting with fellow Engineering, Architectural, and Construction Management staff. Site field observation: As-built documentation, update of construction documents. Update of specification sections. Created multiple iterations of proposed floorplans for various projects. Participated in the schematic design process for various assigned projects. Created 3D models, renderings and line drawings for various projects. Completed space planning for proposed Surgery Center remodel.
6/2010-8/2010: Architectural Intern. Domokur Architects. Akron, Ohio.
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of Projects/Architect, Resident Engineer, Contractors, Sub-contractors, and end-users. Allergy/Immunology Clinic: In conjunction with the Architect, attended initial walk through with end users to determine needs. Documented existing conditions and produced architectural drawings of existing and proposed layouts. Planetree Kitchen: ments for kitchens openning into a hospital corridor. 5 Year Plan: Created diagrammatic drawings for presentation, updated AutoCADD drawings of buildings and site plan. Created a Power Point Presentation for meeting with Hospital Executives. Lisa E. Diaz: Resume Page 3/4
Phlebotomy: In conjunction with the Architect, met with the end users to determine needs of the remodel. Documented existing conditions through the utilization of photographs and measurements. Attended meetings with various vendors which were determined to supply various equipment and furniture required. Created architectural drawings of the existing space as well as the new proposal for the space. Attended meetings regarding the status, budgetary considerations and overall planning of the remodel. Worked in conjunction with the Resident Interior Designer. X Ray: proposed space for the project. Also documented existing conditions. In conjunction with the Architect met with the Representative from GE to discuss the requirements. Received shop drawings from GE Representative and jointly examined plans for discrepancies with the Architect. Linear Accelerator: In conjunction with the Architect reviewed drawings created by the Resident Engineer. Received shop drawings of
architectural drawings, with Coded Notes. Met with contractor to deliver construction plans and drawings. Upon completion of the
Architect and created punch lists and documented progress. Communicated with contractor on a regular basis. Attended meetings with the Architect regarding the status of the project. SPD Decontamination Area: In conjunction with the Architect, met with the end user to determine needs for the remodel. Documented existing conditions utilizing photographs & verifying existing dimensions of the space and equipment. Created architectural drawings,
vendors for the replacement of signage throughout the hospital. Worked in conjunction with the Architect, Interior Designer, and vendors. Culminated in the creation of a Power Point presentation along with a catalog of images and price quotes. Attended meeting with the Hospital Executives in which the material was to be presented and assisted in the presentation of materials in conjunction with the Architect. Women’s Clinic:
ment in need of replacement, and damaged portions of building exteriors. Created a government quote based on pricing standards
Resident Engineers to receive cost estimate. Documented through the utilization of photographs, measurements, and locations on sitemaps the scope of
Joint Forces Training Base Clinic Annex: Projects/Architect, at proposed site to determine needs of remodel. existing dimensions and compared to existing Architectural drawings. Created multiple iterations of various design schemes (including
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Contacted vendors and sales representatives in order to acquire product catalogs. Assisted in Construction Administration tasks. Including: reviewed shop drawings, produced meeting minutes, punch lists, shop drawing logs. Worked closely with the Contractor on a daily basis to meet stringent project deadlines. Worked closely with upper management, Architect, Interior Designer, and Resident Engineers. Assisted Architect with other duties as assigned.
Completed meeting minutes and emailed to appropriate personnel.
Updated and originated AutoCADD architectural drawings, as well as schematic, diagrammatic, and construction drawings. Assisted Architect in the preparation of presentations for meetings with hospital executives. Accompanied Architect on walk-through’s of construction projects. Documented the progress and items for correction through the utilization of photographs and written documentation. Created a “punch list” for all necessary tasks necessary for the completion of the project.
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References & Portfolio:
Lisa E. Diaz: Resume Page 4/4
maintenance, and other various banking procedures. Addressed client needs based on account history information and recommended
management to aid in the training of new employees. Assistance of both Merchant and Personal Banking clients with daily banking
8/2001-1/2003: Bank Teller. Wells Fargo Bank, Garden Grove, California.
qualities of various materials. Maintained ongoing contact with various vendors in the capacity of creating new customer orders and in the handling of customer concerns. Utilized design knowledge in order to create kitchen and bath spaces to suit the needs of the client. Attended and conducted Product Knowledge workshops. Served as the instructor for the customer workshop as advertised by the Home Depot.
Began employment as the Kitchen and Bath Specialty Department greeter. Through educational experience received a promotion to serve
7/2004-2/2005, 10/2005-4/2006: Kitchen and Bath Designer. The Home Depot, Huntington Beach, California.
potential and current clients. Increased customer base through the implementation of marketing and sales techniques. Maintained professional relationships with clients through to the completion of the loan process.
7/2006-12/2006: Account Executive. HFC Beneficial (member HSBC group), Westminster, California.
and County employees. Attended events within the community on behalf of the Committee in order to network with members of the community for business purposes. Served as an acting co-chair for the Economic Development Sub-Committee of the Hispanic Convention 2007. Attended all Convention meetings and prepared a statistical report which pertained to the goals of our topical subdivision.
on-site job fairs, which provided an avenue for marketing for the agency. Established new professional relationships with various compa-
2/2007-5/2008: Job Developer Specialist. The Spanish American Committee, Cleveland, Ohio.
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