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Luca Maalouli
LUCA MAALOULI
ARCHITECTURE
lucamaalouli@hotmail.com
330697 Georgia Tech Station, 351 Ferst Drive, Atlanta, GA
EDUCATION
GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Atlanta, Georgia | Aug 2022 - Present
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Minor in Sustainable Development and Construction
GPA: 3.84
COLLEGE LOUISE WEGMANN
Beirut, Lebanon | Sept 2009 - July 2022
High School Diploma
French Baccalaureate in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry
Summa Cum Laude
GPA: 18.21/20
EXPERIENCE
DAR AL HANDASSAH - Architecture Intern
Beirut, Lebanon | May 2024 - Jul 2024
• Developed design concepts for the facades of three active spaces and created renders of the spaces to present to senior architect
• Conducted research on materials, spatial organization and contextual integration to align with cultural and environmental considerations Worked with multidisciplinary teams to re ne design strategies, and attended client meetings to ensure project objectives are met
VLADIMIR DJUROVIC LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURELandscape Architecture Intern
Broummana, Lebanon | Jul 2024 - Aug 2024
Worked with team to conduct site analysis (topography, climate studies) and create landscape plans and proposals focusing on sensory experience
• Attending meetings with architects, engineers and clients to maintain design intent and quality
BUILDING FOR EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITYGeorgia Tech Vertically Integrated Project
Atlanta, Georgia | Jan 2024 - Present
• Worked with team to design and build an outdoor classroom in partnership with the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance (WAWA)
• Created detailed technical drawings ( oor plans, sections, elevations) and renderings to obtain building permit and start construction Developed a detailed estimate and fundraising strategy to obtain necessary ressources
AFKAR ARCHITECTS - Architecture Intern
Beirut, Lebanon | Jun 2019 - Sept 2019, May 2024
• Conducted on-site surveys to gather measurements and observe characteristics, reporting ndings to senior architect
Developed detailed 3D model for visualization and realistic rendering
• Assisted the architectural team with interior design and furniture selection
Beirut, Lebanon | May 2023 - Aug 2023
SUR LES PAS DU CHRIST - Architecture Intern Designed a promenade for a history museum tracing biblical events in Lebanon responding to di erent needs and conditions
• Created a strong theatrical parti and generated precise architectural drawings ( oor plans, sections) to support it
UNDERGRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, Georgia (USA) | Aug 2023 - May 2024
• Leading the weekly lab sessions of a 30-student cohort Guiding the group problem solving sessions of the cohort
• Attended weekly meetings to discuss and organize lab sessions
EXTRACURRICULARS
MUSIC
Cello | 2006 - Present
Lebanese National High Conservatory of Music (7th grade)
National Youth Orchestra ( rst chair player)
• Youth String Ensemble and Chamber Music ( rst chair player)
Music Theory | 2011 - 2020
Conducting | 2018 - 2019
ATHLETICS
Basketball (varsity), watersports
LITERATURE
Creative Writing Summer Program at Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, England | 2019
• School newspaper | 2021 - 2022
SKILLS
COMMUNICATION
• Design proposals
Presentations for large and small audiences
MEDIAS
3D software: Rhino, Revit, Grasshopper, V-RAY, Sketchup
• 2D software: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop Microsoft software: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
PROGRAMMING
• Pyhton, HTML, CSS, Java
LEADERSHIP
CLASS REPRESENTATIVE | Sept 2017 - Jul 2022
• Scheduled and attended weekly meetings with other class representatives and school o cials
• Worked collaboratively to plan and organize student events, community service projects, fundraisings
MODEL UNITED NATIONS | 2020
Was selected to represent my school and lead debates regarding UNHCR policies in Ethiopia
• Delivered formal and impromptu speeches to a large audience, practicing diplomatic skills to work with colleagues towards a common goal
RASHAYA DEVELOPMENT | 2020
• Organized events and fundraisings to target the development of rural Lebanese regions and promote alternative tourism
Volunteered with the Development of Rashaya District
LANGUAGES
French (native), Arabic (native), English (native)
Spanish (beginner), Assyrian (beginner), Italian (beginner)
CONTENTS
05 CRESCENDO ARTS ACADEMY
15 THE MOSAIC APARTMENTS
23 URBAN CULTURE FACTORY
31
CONTAINER REFUGEE CAMP
39
EDEN NEST
CRESCENDO ARTS ACADEMY
Term: Fall 2023
Class: Architecture Studio II
Instructor: Mathew Weaver
The Crescendo Arts Academy is a performance arts high school that embodies the essence of a continuous artistic journey.
Nestled in the Old Fourth Ward in Atlanta, Georgia, its architecture is a powerful symbol of the ever-evolving world of the performing arts. This circular design offers a quiet, yet profound statement, underlining the school’s commitment to creating an environment that aligns with the fluidity and transformation inherent in artistic endeavors. As students traverse through the building, they encounter a physical representation of their artistic growth, reminding them that their education and creative development are circular processes, continually unfolding and spiraling.
Regulating Geometry
Program
Structure Circulation
Topography
Views and performance
Design Concept
The building becomes the stage of the students’ growth, artistic journey, and performance.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
1. Psychological needs
2. Safety and Security
3. Belonging and Love
4. Seld-Esteem
5. Fulfillment and Self-Actualization
North Ave NW
Linden Ave
The elliptical building is not just a physical structure; it is an architectural testament to the spirit of artistic expression, reflecting a connection between learning and performing that students experience within these walls. It celebrates the power of architectural design in reinforcing the notion that an artist's journey is a continuous, ascending process.
SITE PLAN
1. Cafe / Gymnasium
2. Study Space
3. Library
4. Classrooms
5. Administration
6. Dance Studios
7. Recital Rooms
8. Shop 9. Lobby
10. Auditorium
11. Black Box Theater
12. Outdoor Theater
Precedent Study: The Hunt Library - Snohetta
Roof-mounted solar panels are used to pre-heat domestic hot water. This helps contribute to a 31% reduction in energy usage.
The fitted glass and fixed external aluminum shading system help diminish heat gain while maximizing views and ambient natural light.
A vegetated green and rain gardens roof helps preserve the local natural hydrology by controlling rainwater runoff.
THE MOSAIC APARTMENTS
Term: Fall 2024
Class: Architecture Studio IV
Instructor: Christian Coles
Nestled by the historic Charleston Market, The Mosaic is an apartment building thoughtfully designed to blend urban living with the rich cultural tapestry of Charleston.
Comprising 30 one-bedroom and 30 two-bedroom units, the project caters to a diverse range of residents while offering a suite of amenities tailored to create a holistic and vibrant living experience. Amenities include a Fitness Center, Library, Creative Studio, Pool, Café/Jazz Bar, and Daycare. It also includes open areas such as the serene Community Courtyard, and the dynamic Marketplace Plaza, fostering a seamless connection between residents and the lively surroundings.
MARKETPLACE PLAZA
HYBRID DRAWING
SHARED PORCHES
CREATIVE STUDIO
DAYCARE
RETAIL SPACE
CAFE / JAZZ BAR
PRIVATE
COMMUNITY GARDEN
PLANS 1/16th” = 1’-0”
LOBBY / LEASING OFFICE
UNIT
"The Mosaic" aims to create a community space that samples and weaves together Charleston’s cultural and architectural heritage.
PLANS 1/16th” = 1’-0”
FLOOR
EXPLODED PHYSICAL MODEL
South West Corner LEGEND:
URBAN CULTURE FACTORY
Term: Spring 2024
Class: Architecture Studio III
Instructor: Stuart Romm
Nestled at the heart of Atlanta's vibrant Beltline, directly facing the iconic Ponce City Market, this Urban Culture Factory emerges as a dynamic architectural landmark.
Inspired by the dynamic tapestry of urban life, it boasts a bold design centered around interlocking "boxes," each housing a distinct cultural program. From art galleries and performance theaters to artisan workshops and co-working spaces, this innovative urban culture factory pulsates with a kaleidoscope of experiences, fostering creativity and collaboration.
Concept Diagrams
PARTI SECTION
EXTERIOR
BELTLINE ACCESS
LOBBY
CAFE
SECTION A
PERSPECTIVE ELEVATION A
SECTION B
PERSPECTIVE ELEVATION B
CONTAINER REFUGEE CAMP
Term: Spring 2023
Class: Architecture Studio I
Instructor: Robert Woodhurst
Nestled near El Paso, Texas, this architectural project reimagines housing for asylum seekers at the US/Mexico border.
This project aspires to be more than a shelter; it envisions a dignified haven where asylum seekers find not only respite but a platform for rebuilding their lives. By repurposing shipping containers and employing the principles of shape grammar, this architectural venture emerges as a symbol of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of innovative design in addressing the humanitarian challenges of our time.
Design Parti
Based on the concept of shape grammar, the architectural intervention simultaneously maintains a delicate balance between complexity and navigability. Navigating the camp is straightforward, yet the intricate interplay of spaces ensures a rich and multifaceted environment that responds to the inherent complexity of human experiences. The result is a harmonious blend of order and spontaneity - a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit.
Concept Diagrams
Example of one unit
foldable window
corrugated container wall
citrus tree
sunshade canopy
ladder stairs
This innovative approach represents a departure from traditional housing, providing a dignified haven where asylum seekers can rebuild their lives. By marrying adaptability with the resilience of the human spirit, our project stands as a symbol of hope on the borderlines of change.
ROOF AND SITE PLAN
UNIT FLOOR PLAN
1/8” = 1’-0”
UNIT SECTIONS 1/8” = 1’-0”
EDEN NEST
Term: Spring 2023
Class: Architecture Studio I
Instructor: Robert Woodhurst
Nestled in the heart of Savannah's historic charm, Eden Nest is a fusion of innovation and mat-building typology gracing Orleans Square.
This mixed-use marvel seamlessly blends retail spaces, offices, and meeting areas, crowned by a rooftop terrace with a café. More than a structure, Eden Nest is a living organism designed to infuse new life into Savannah through reurbanism. The adaptable mat-building typology becomes the canvas for this vision, aiming to transform Orleans Square into a dynamic hub where commerce, culture, and community converge.
Concept Diagrams
Eden Nest is a testament to the transformative power of architecture. It doesn't merely exist; it dances with the spirit of Savannah, inviting residents and visitors alike to partake in a harmonious celebration of urban living.
Self-fulfillment needs
Pychological needs Basic
SUBURBAN CONTITION URBAN CONTITION
Workers
Tourists
Students
PARK I N G U N D E R G R O U N D EAS Y- A CC ES S O R G A N I Z E D EFFECTIVE
Choregraphy of the Building
A processional promenade flows seamlessly through the entire building, mirroring the rhythmic grace found in Matisse's masterpieces. This journey is an exploration of space, an experience that invites inhabitants to engage with their surroundings in a way that echoes the ebb and flow of artistic inspiration. SECTION B 1/16” = 1’ - 0”
As we apply the concept of reurbanism to the historic city of Savannah, Eden Nest stands as a beacon, signaling a future where the mat-building is not just a structure but a dynamic, living entity that enriches the fabric of the city’s architectural legacy.
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