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THE CLOUD

THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

THE CHAPEL

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detroit, michigan

savona, italy

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THE NATUROPATHIC FACILITY

THE ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL

walnut creek, california

oakland, california

WINTER - SPRING 2023 | PROFESSOR UMUT TOKER, PHD.

THE CLOUD VR/AR RESEARCH CENTER san francisco, ca | 50,000 sq ft The Cloud stands as an immersive computing research center at the forefront of developing and leveraging augmented and virtual reality software. Situated in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, this cutting-edge highrise draws inspiration from one of its most iconic features—the ethereal fog. The exterior of The Cloud is a testament to architectural innovation, featuring a triple-layer facade system. This design not only captures the essence of billowing, hazy fog but also incorporates a sophisticated water collection fog harp system, highlighting the center’s commitment to sustainability. Within its walls, The Cloud transcends traditional workspaces, striving to curate an enriching experience for its primary inhabitants—the dedicated researchers. The interior is a fusion of state-of-the-art technology and ergonomic design, fostering an environment conducive to creativity and collaboration. At the crown of this tower is the “creative cloud,” an urban-scale sculpture that houses an actual cloud. The Cloud seamlessly integrates technology, experience, and aesthetic appeal, embodying a harmonious blend of form and function in the heart of San Francisco’s ever-evolving landscape.

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FOG HARPS

Floor plates were derived at twenty-four-foot intervals, with the atrium curving upward in tandem with the exterior’s twisting nature.

The strategic use of a central core and diagrid exoskeleton eliminates the need for interior columns, fostering an open and flexible interior, while the multilayered facade, juxtaposing the smallest fog harp wires against the largest diagrid members, adds compositional intrigue.

Fog harps are a new technology being developed at Virgina Tech that eliminates the horizontal components of fog nets, resulting in a remarkable 60% increase in water collection. Thin steel wires are strung across an aluminum frame. As fog passes around the building, water condenses onto the wires and then the droplets slide down the wires and into the frame to be collected.

The facade not only creates a visually captivating composition but also introduces compelling light patterns within the interior spaces.

The pinnacle, the creative cloud sculpture, was also algorithmically generated in Grasshopper, utilizing triangular remesh to organize the frame of the sphere. Over the course of this twenty week project, I acquired and applied skills in parametric design software–a design skill that I intend to keep developing as I move forward in my architectural education.

Because of the urban setting, this water contains pollutants and therefore cannot be potable, but it can be utilized in the building for toilet water and cooling of the building itself and of the massive amounts of computing machinery in this high-tech research building.

It can also be interacted with at the water feature in the lobby, desensitizing chamber on the second floor, or cloud sculpture at the top of the building.

The form and structure of this building were almost entirely designed utilizing parametric code sequences in Grasshopper. Beginning with a base geometry, I developed code to translate the design into two diagrid forms – the primary structural skeleton and the secondary window mullion system. Extending this code, I abstracted the intricate, twisting tertiary fog harp system, evoking a sense of haze and complexity.

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Fog collecting technology, rooted in ancient practices, has evolved to modern fog nets crucial for water supply, especially in drought regions. The Bay Area, renowned for its foggy climate, provides an ideal setting for implementing this technology. However, the challenge often lies in the scarcity of available land required for extensive fog net installations. The innovative solution is to utilize the expansive sides of tall buildings for water collection.

WINTER - SPRING 2023 | PROFESSOR UMUT TOKER, PHD.

base brep geometry

diagrid structure exoskeleton

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STRUCTURAL STEEL

GYPSUM BOARD INTERIOR CLADDING

SPRAYFOAM SPF CM SPRAY POLYURETHANE FOAM 2 LBS

SEMI RIGID MINERAL ROCK INSULATION

THERMALLY BROKEN CLADDING ATTATCHMENT SYSTEM

1" AIR CAVITY

DIAGRID GFRC PANELS

FORCED AIR SYSETM

FLOOR 12 228' - 0"

FLOOR 07 168' - 0"

CONCRETE SLAB

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SPRINKLER SYSTEM

CUSTOM STEEL DIAGRID STRUCTURAL MEMBERS

EXTRUDED ALUMINUM GLAZING ADAPTER

FLOOR 06 144' - 0"

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FLOOR 03 48' - 0"

OPERABLE WINDOW

PRIMARY STRUCTURE

SECONDARY MULLION ENVELOPE

CENTRAL CORE

TERTIARY FOG HARP FACADE

FLOOR 02 24' - 0"

DIAGRID EXOSKELETON FOG HARP GUTTERS

FOG HARP STRINGS

DETAIL ELEVATIONS

WATERPROOFING

LOLA CINCO UMUT TOKER SCALE: 1/4” = 1’-0” 06-15-2023

SEMI RIGID MINERAL ROCK INSULATION

DRAINAGE LAYER

GRANULATED BACKFILL

FILTER FABRIC

DRAINAGE GRAVEL

PERFORATED DRAIN

DETAIL PLAN LOLA CINCO UMUT TOKER SCALE: 1/4” = 1’-0” 06-15-2023

FACADE ASSEMBLY DETAIL DRAWING

DETAIL SECTIONS LOLA CINCO UMUT TOKER SCALE: 1/4” = 1’-0” 06-15-2023

STRUCTURAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM

WINTER - SPRING 2023 | PROFESSOR UMUT TOKER, PHD.

FOG HARP ASSEMBLY

CREATIVE CLOUD

SERVICE ELEVATOR EGRESS STAIRS

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LABS AND RESEARCH EMPLOYEE RECREATION

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ENTRANCE AND PUBLIC VR PLAYSPACE

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CIRCULATION AND EGRESS DIAGRAM

PROGRAMMING DIAGRAM

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WINTER - SPRING 2023 | PROFESSOR UMUT TOKER, PHD.

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WINTER - SPRING 2023 | PROFESSOR UMUT TOKER, PHD.

S PAT I A L E X P E R I E N C E

The spatial strategy embraces an open layout, facilitated by a diagrid exoskeleton and a central core, eliminating the need for interior columns. Smaller interior spaces encircle the central core, while primary circulation paths run along the edges of the floors. This design not only allows occupants to appreciate the diagrid facade as they navigate the building but also prevents disruptive light patterns from infiltrating interior workspaces. The atrium gracefully ascends from the lobby to the work floors, and the offset floorplates enhance visibility across the main sections of the building.

THE CREATIVE “CLOUD”

Crowning this tech tower is the Creative Cloud, a distinctive architectural feature that gracefully leans forward, offering a captivating spectacle for both occupants and onlookers. Positioned to overlook a public plaza below and the iconic Bay Bridge beyond, this avant-garde structure functions not only as a beacon of technological prowess but also as an urban-scale sculpture. The sculpture houses an actual cloud, serving as a symbolic and perhaps functional representation of innovation suspended within its visionary architecture. On the interior, the sculpture can be experienced on the thirteenth floor, suspended above the open space. This open floor can be used for a technology exhibition, rented out for public use,

WORKSPACE

The dedicated workspace for employees occupies the eighth to twelfth floor, featuring a distinctive thirty-six-foot-tall atrium space. Here, employees can enjoy meals at the eatery or collaborate on projects. The northern side of the floor is designed as a dedicated lounge area, utilizing lower ceilings for a cozy atmosphere. The four floors above house individual office pods for private and quiet research. These floors extend into the atrium in a staggered configuration on the south side. On the north side, two ideation rooms are stacked, offering views looking all the way down through the atrium to the lobby entrance.

RESEARCH

The fifth, sixth, and seventh floors house specialized laboratories, including lidar, VR/AR research, and software/hardware development. These communal workshops provide ample space for collaboration, building, and testing.

Spanning the northern side of all three floors vertically is the robot farm—a multifunctional space for device storage, checkout, and delivery. The robot farm is connected by a robot atrium that facilitates the traversal of flying robots and drones.

RECREATION

The third and fourth floors are devoted to employee recreation and wellbeing.

The third floor, designed for activity, includes a gym area, locker rooms, a yoga studio, and bike maintenance and parking. On the fourth floor, the focus shifts to entertainment with a video/VR game area, a small arcade, a mini golf course, and a bar featuring karaoke and pool tables. These spaces are intentionally crafted to encourage employee interaction, team building, prioritize health, and support a healthy work-life balance.

THE PL AYSPACE

The VR/AR Playspace on the first and second floor is a public venue where individuals can engage with the cutting-edge VR/AR technology developed at the facility. This interactive space offers experiences such as virtual reality gaming, augmented reality holograms, and more. Moreover, both visitors inside and outside the building can interact with the fog catchment system at the reflecting pool along the pedestrian sidewalk on California St. Alternatively, they can explore the desensitizing chamber—an area filled with fog that showcases AR technology and art pieces.

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FALL 2022 | PROFESSOR ROBERT ARENS

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AND PUBLIC PARK detroit, mi | 87,000 sq ft This endeavor combines a boys and girls club, an urban bridge fostering community connection, and a vibrant park to revive an abandoned city. Rooted in the embrace of wilderness and nature, the design features fluid, organic curves seamlessly connecting various components. These curves weave through the site, creating a harmonious flow from side to side, up and down, and even up, over, and through the building, aiming to infuse lush nature and a striking architectural presence into the deteriorating industrial city.

SITE CONTE X T

Situated on the border between Detroit and Hamtramck in Michigan, the 25acre site is intersected diagonally by I-75 and a freight railroad track. The Detroit side houses a less dense, primarily African American population, while the Hamtramck side has a more concentrated community of Yemeni American and Bangladeshi American residents. Facing urban decay after the decline of the automobile industry, Detroit has experienced neighborhood abandonment and neglected infrastructure, including this dilapidated industrial site.

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

Balancing the nuanced history of the city and the interrelation of two distinct communities, safety, particularly for children attending the boys and girls club, was paramount. Safety considerations extended beyond urban hazards to include extreme weather elements. A thorough analysis of surrounding schools, transportation routes, and weather patterns informed the design to ensure the safety and well-being of children throughout the year.

DESIGN CONCEPT

Inspired by wildlife crossings, designed to connect ecosystems and allow animals to traverse freeways safely, the design envisions a wildlife crossing bridging the divided communities. The idea is to donate a wild park to Detroit and Hamtramck, with the bridge serving as a connection and extension of that park. The concept seeks to rejuvenate the industrial and abandoned landscape by introducing lush vegetation and greenery.

CIRCUL ATION

Sketching landscaping diagrams revealed curving lines as potential circulation paths, with spaces in between becoming varied program spaces. Embracing the fluid and meandering nature of these paths, the concept was expanded across the entire site, deriving both circulation and building form from this organic idea.

To ensure unity between the building and the bridge, the structure was initially split into two parts—the boys and girls club on one side and the gymnasium on the other, both spanning the freeway. A second elevated bridge accessible only to children was introduced for safety and connection.

SITE PL AN REFINEMENT

Strategic ordering of circulation pathways guides children toward the boys and girls club, aligning with the main entrance and primary parking area. Pathways traverse under the railroad to address the challenge of crossing, with the site’s elevation rising over the freeway and descending under the railroad, creating a seamless flow. An organic roof connects the separated buildings and their elevated bridge, complementing the overall curving design.

PROGRAM DETAILS

The boys and girls club, located on the northwest side of the freeway, features a central atrium with a playground, community spaces, and recreational areas.

The second floor includes a separate teen area, advanced spaces, a study, and faculty offices. An elevated bridge connects to the gymnasium on the southeast side, featuring indoor basketball courts and a swimming pool, with storage and locker rooms below. The gymnasium’s roof opens for skylights. The secondary entrance and parking lot allow weekend use, providing community access to the gymnasium when the boys and girls club is closed.

FALL 2022 | PROFESSOR ROBERT ARENS

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boys and girls club gymnasium baseball field playground main parking lot train tunnel basketball court lake urban farming multiuse field tennis courts secondary parking

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computer lab

laser cutting and 3D printing staff offices screening

music room art studio

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indoor basketball court indoor pool

womens locker room mens locker room storage

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SECTION B: BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AND TRAIN

SECTION A: WHOLE SITE, BRIDGES OVER FREE WAY, TUNNEL UNDER TRAIN TRACKS

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FALL 2022 | PROFESSOR ROBERT ARENS

NASIUM AND POOL

gymnasium

SUMMER 2023 | PROFESSOR TOM DI SANTO

THE CHAPEL FOR THE SANTI FAMILY savona, italy | 60 sq ft Situated on the Santi family’s expansive Italian countryside property, this small chapel serves as a private and intimate space for the family to seek solace, engage in prayer, and embrace their faith. Conceived during my summer study abroad program in Europe, the design takes inspiration from the places and buildings we visited during our travels. Our gracious clients, the Santi Family, were a kind and generous family originally from Argentina making a living beekeeping on a beautiful property in Northern Italy.

APPROACH SEQUENCE

The approach to the building is a carefully orchestrated sequence. It begins at the residence, tracing a line of water fed by a natural spring on the site, gently descending the hill. At the end of that path, you make a precise ninety-degree right turn. As you continue along the hillside, following both the natural topography and the continuing stream, the only visible structure is a monolithic wall that conceals the remainder of the chapel. Upon reaching the wall’s edge, you execute a left turn through a doorway, followed by a succession of deliberate right and left turns, ultimately granting you access to the sacred space within. This precise approach sequence finds its roots in ancient Japanese architectural philosophy, which posits that a ninety-degree turn tricks malevolent spirits, as they continue in a linear path while the person turns away.

The experience of approaching and entering the chapel is purposefully designed as a succession of revelations, effectively demarcating the mundane world from the sacred realm within the chapel.

A SERIES OF REVEL ATIONS

Once inside the chapel, you discover the interior space and the line of water that leads to a reflecting pool at the end of the chapel. The soothing sounds of flowing water permeates the space as the water cascades into a lower pool. The line of water is mirrored by a line of light in the roof. This oculus allows for a line of light to move through the chapel as the sun moves through the sky. The line in the roof also creates a cross when standing underneath it. This oculus is created by the cantilevered concrete roof tapering to an almost imperceptible point.

A set of brass-lined steps bring you further into the chapel, where you encounter a prayer bench and fire pit hovering over the pool. Turning around, the integrated wood storage within the steps is unveiled: the final revelation of the interior space.

THE ELEMENTS

The intention of this design was to invite in the elements: air, water, sun, fire, and earth. The roof and walls invite sun, wind, and rain into the interior space, fostering a strong connection with the site and natural environment. Furthermore, the deliberate juxtaposition of water and fire within the design serves both as a calculated aesthetic choice and a practical means of infusing warmth into this partially enclosed chapel space.

PROPORTIONS AND GEOMETRY

The proportions of the chapel are based on the fibonacci sequence, with the floorplan layout and geometric forms of the building directly articulated from the golden ratio. At the human scale, many of the interior features like the bench and stairs, take their proportions from the principles of Le Corbusier, many of whose projects we had the privilege of experiencing during the program. In section, the building steps down in response to the site’s natural slope, while its overall shape slopes to follow the contours of the topography, embodying a harmonious union between architecture and landscape.

SUMMER 2023 | PROFESSOR TOM DI SANTO

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SPRING 2022 | PROFESSOR LARA DUTTO

N AT U R O PAT H I C H E A LT H FA C I L I T Y HEALTHCARE, EDUCATION, HOSPITALIT Y walnut creek, ca | 30,000 sq ft The Castle Rock School of Integrative Health is a unique treatment facility and educational center that incorporates naturopathic healing methodologies. Initially conceived as a refuge for overworked medical professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, the project is situated in the scenic hills beneath Mount Diablo in Walnut Creek, California. It comprises three distinct components: Education, Healing, and Residence, each embracing different elemental design concepts.

I collaborated on this project with Connor Achziger during our second year at Diablo Valley College. My responsibilities included conceptual design, floor plan organization, digital massing modeling, and rendering. Connor also played a significant role in design development, visualization, diagramming, and post-production on renders.

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The Education Center (Earth), situated on an old gravel parking lot, features an occupiable green roof adorned with native California Bay Area plants. It houses a spiral ramp connecting three levels; the bottom floor includes an amphitheater utilizing the site’s slope, while the upper floor contains classrooms, a lobby lounge, and a communal kitchen and dining area.

The Healing Facility (Water) is positioned on a plateau surrounded by oak trees. It offers various treatment and therapy spaces, including a hydrotreatment pool. Organic forms within the Healing Facility create spaces that promote the circulation of sound, light, and air for healing purposes.

The Residences (Air) seemingly hover over the site on pier foundations, accommodating permanent staff and providing temporary lodging for visitors. These structures are connected by a curving wooden pathway, bordered by a diverted creek feature.

The site also boasts additional features, such as a garden and orchard for onsite food production, a gathering amphitheater space, and a water retention pond that revitalizes local flora and fauna habitats.

SPRING 2022 | PROFESSOR LARA DUTTO

education center : entr y lounge, spiral ramp, classrooms

education center : communal kitchen and dining area, retention pond

H O S P I TA L I T Y

permanent staff residence floorplans

visitor cabin floorplans

SPRING 2022 | PROFESSOR LARA DUTTO

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SPRING 2022 | PROFESSOR LARA DUTTO

healing facility: hydrotherapy pool, sound therapy structure, view of mt diablo

main circulation path with views of all three programs

FALL 2021 | PROFESSOR ANTHONY GRAND

OAKLAND SCHOOL OF ART AND ARCHITECTURE oakland, ca | 55,000 sq ft Located on Telegraph Avenue in Oakland, California, this building aims to foster a creative and innovative environment for the study of architecture and the visual arts. The site connects to the Henry J. Kaiser Memorial Park on it’s west side and sits adjacent to the renowned Fox Theater and the Oakland School for the Arts on its south side. With a gallery, sculpture garden, central courtyard, cafe, and roof deck open to the public, the school connects intimately with the community of Oakland. The two programs of the school are purposefully more intertwined than separated in an effort to bring the students of both disciplines together. The two wings of the school are connected by the elevated bridge, which holds the forum space for all students to display and share their work. The third floor is a large, open design studio in which all architecture students can design and collaborate in a space full of light and views of all sides of the building. The expression of the exterior of this school evolved in response to and in relationship with the interior. Sculpting with planes and volumes but also sculpting with light. It became a work of art—a practice in composition. Balancing negative and positive space as well as staying true to a design language. Form and massing take prominence in this design in an abstract and captivating sculptural piece that reflects the artistry that would be cultivated within the school.

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FALL 2021 | PROFESSOR ANTHONY GRAND

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FALL 2021 | PROFESSOR ANTHONY GRAND

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FALL 2021 | PROFESSOR ANTHONY GRAND