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Luisa Auriemo Miglorancia Architecture Portfolio | Parsons School of Design | The New School

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Artist Residency Director of the BFA in Architechtural Design Martina Kohler Parsons School of Design Group project with Nino Ferrari-Mathis December 2023

In Taos, New Mexico, we designed an artist colony to foster creativity and collaboration.

This colony will house 2 permanent residents and host up to 8 visiting artists for residences of 3, 6, or 12 months. Passive design strategies will ensure comfortable spaces, promoting sustainable use of natural heating and cooling systems. The design will integrate local and natural elements, creating a harmonious connection with New Mexico’s unique landscape.

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Front elevation

West facing exterior

Taos site map

East facing exterior

Site plan

dramatic diurnal swings and rich views. Given the program’s artistic focus, the architecture will balance functional spaces for creativity, such as studios and galleries, with areas that encourage community interaction, such as courtyards and public ammenities. The design will also harmonize with the surrounding environment by reflecting local aesthetics and incorporating spaces that frame the mountainous views.

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The site presents a dry desert climate with

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GROUND LEVEL

PLAZA

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STUDIO LEVEL

Floor Plans

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Sections

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Building model (1/16” = 1’)

The design will incorporate passive heating and cooling strategies. It will leverage natural ventilation and use thermally responsive materials to ensure energy efficiency and comfort. It will incorporates thermal features such as cantilevers for shading, breezeblocks for natural ventilation, and courtyards to capture sunlight and airflow.

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Studio space

Massing model (1/32”=1’)

Suire terrace

Building model (1/16”=1’)

Courtyard

House of Celebration Tutor Kath Tonkin University of Sydney Group project with Georgina Cooke June 2024

The House of Celebration is a community-focused space, elevated for privacy and views across the Parramatta River. It features an inviting courtyard shaded by a fig tree, with north-facing rooms and well-placed windows for natural light and ventilation. The design balances light and heavy materials, utilizing rammed earth and timber for temperature regulation. Emphasizing sustainability, it minimizes waste through the efficient use of materials, creating a harmonious and accessible environment for all.

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Floor Plan

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6 0 m m A n t i co n s a rk i n g , fo il s i d e d o w n

6 5 0 0 x 2 4 0 x 4 5 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak b o tto m ch o rd , whi te stai n fi ni sh , ca n t il e v e re d o f f t i mb e r st u d w i th b i rd s m o u th n o tch , a n d atta ch e d to b o tto m ch o rd pai r w i th b l o ck i n g

1 2 0 0 0 x 2 4 0 x 4 5 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak to p ch o rd , whi te stai n fi ni sh , fi xe d to t i mb e r p o st w i th b i rd s m o u th n o tch , a n d to b o tto m ch o rd s w i th b l o ck i n g

Steg ba r B LW 0 6 T i mb e r B re e z wa y Lo u v re W i n d o w s w i th M e ra n t i f ra m e s i n stal l e d to m a n u fa ct u re r s p e c s

1 6 5 x 2 0 0 m m Z I N C A LU M E ® St ra mi t ® C o m m e rci al E a v e i n S u r f mi st , fi xe d to fa s ci a w i th m etal cl i p s

3 0 m m gal va ni s e d ste el t i e ro d s fi xe d to t i mb e r b l o ck i n g a n d gal va ni s e d ste el b ra cket atta ch e d to k i n g p o st

3 0 0 m m ra m m e d ea r th wal l , o f f fo r m fi ni sh , s e c u re d to co n c rete sl ab j u n ct i o n w i th b o n d i n g a n d s eal i n g a ge n t

600x375mm rei n fo rce d co n c rete st ri p fo o t i n g

1 0 0 x 1 0 0 m m H 3 t reate d p i n e fi x i n g p l ate DA R b o l te d to co n c rete

5 0 0 x 3 7 5 m m co n c rete pa d fo o t i n g

1 9 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak st ri p fl o o ri n g , whi te stai n fi ni sh , j o i n e d to s u b fl o o r w i th p o l y u reth a n e a dh e s i v e

1 7 m m p l y w o o d sh e et s u b fl o o ri n g t reate d w i th e p ox y s eal a n d fa ce n ail e d d i re ctl y to j o i sts w i th ca rb o n ste el ri n g sh a nk n ail s

150x150mm H Ta s m a ni a n oa stai n fi ni sh , b m a s o n r y w i th ste el t i e s

9 0 x 4 5 m m H 3 t reate d p i n e DA R wal l to p p l ate fi xe d to t i mb e r st u d f ra mi n g

90mm R4 glass wool i n s u l at i o n

H W D re c y cl e d k p o st , whi te o l te d to gal va ni s e d

3 0 0 m m co n c rete ca p p i n g pa ra p et , ex p o s e d a g g regate

1 7 5 x 3 0 0 gal va ni s e d ste el b ox g u tte r

2 5 0 x 7 5 m m re c y cl e d H W D tal l o w w o o d b ea re r

7 5 x 7 5 m m gal va ni s e d ste el p i e r w i th a d j u stab l e s c re w to p h ea d a n d i n teg rate d a n t ca p, ba s e p l ate ca st i n to co n c rete pa d fo o t i n g , fi n p l ate b o l te d to b ea re r w i th 1 0 0 x 1 2 m m gal va ni s e d ste el b o l ts

1 2 5 x 5 0 m m re c y cl e d H W D tal l o w w o o d j o i sts

7 0 0 x 3 7 5 m m rei n fo rce d co n c rete st ri p fo o t i n g

Section

® ste el e s G u tte r a b oa rd

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LIGHTER STRUCTURE For communal and social program: timber posts, lightweight timber frame, and trusses

HEAVIER STRUCTURE For service and function program: load-bearing rammed earth walls and timber walls

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6 0 m m A n t i co n s a rk i n g , fo il s i d e d o w n

6 5 0 0 x 2 4 0 x 4 5 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak b o tto m ch o rd , whi te stai n fi ni sh , ca n t il e v e re d o f f t i mb e r st u d w i th b i rd s m o u th n o tch , a n d atta ch e d to b o tto m ch o rd pai r w i th b l o ck i n g

1 2 0 0 0 x 2 4 0 x 4 5 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak to p ch o rd , whi te stai n fi ni sh , fi xe d to t i mb e r p o st w i th b i rd s m o u th n o tch , a n d to b o tto m ch o rd s w i th b l o ck i n g

9 0 x 4 5 m m H 3 t reate d p i n e DA R wal l to p p l ate fi xe d to t i mb e r st u d f ra mi n g

Steg ba r B LW 0 6 T i mb e r B re e z wa y Lo u v re W i n d o w s w i th M e ra n t i f ra m e s i n stal l e d to m a n u fa ct u re r s p e c s

90mm R4 glass wool i n s u l at i o n

3 0 m m gal va ni s e d ste el t i e ro d s fi xe d to t i mb e r b l o ck i n g a n d gal va ni s e d ste el b ra cket atta ch e d to k i n g p o st

1 6 5 x 2 0 0 m m Z I N C A LU M E ® ste el St ra mi t ® C o m m e rci al E a v e s G u tte r i n S u r f mi st , fi xe d to fa s ci a b oa rd w i th m etal cl i p s

3 0 0 m m co n c rete ca p p i n g pa ra p et , ex p o s e d a g g regate

1 7 5 x 3 0 0 gal va ni s e d ste el b ox g u tte r

3 0 0 m m ra m m e d ea r th wal l , o f f fo r m fi ni sh , s e c u re d to co n c rete sl ab j u n ct i o n w i th b o n d i n g a n d s eal i n g a ge n t

600x375mm rei n fo rce d co n c rete st ri p fo o t i n g

1 0 0 x 1 0 0 m m H 3 t reate d p i n e fi x i n g p l ate DA R b o l te d to co n c rete

5 0 0 x 3 7 5 m m co n c rete pa d fo o t i n g

1 9 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak st ri p fl o o ri n g , whi te stai n fi ni sh , j o i n e d to s u b fl o o r w i th p o l y u reth a n e a dh e s i v e

1 7 m m p l y w o o d sh e et s u b fl o o ri n g t reate d w i th e p ox y s eal a n d fa ce n ail e d d i re ctl y to j o i sts w i th ca rb o n ste el ri n g sh a nk n ail s

1 5 0 x 1 5 0 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak p o st , whi te stai n fi ni sh , b o l te d to m a s o n r y w i th gal va ni s e d ste el t i e s

2 5 0 x 7 5 m m re c y cl e d H W D tal l o w w o o d b ea re r

7 5 x 7 5 m m gal va ni s e d ste el p i e r w i th a d j u stab l e s c re w to p h ea d a n d i n teg rate d a n t ca p, ba s e p l ate ca st i n to co n c rete pa d fo o t i n g , fi n p l ate b o l te d to b ea re r w i th 1 0 0 x 1 2 m m gal va ni s e d ste el b o l ts

1 2 5 x 5 0 m m re c y cl e d H W D tal l o w w o o d j o i sts

7 0 0 x 3 7 5 m m rei n fo rce d co n c rete st ri p fo o t i n g

3 0 0 m m ra m m e d ea r th wal l , o f f fo r m fi ni sh , s e c u re d to co n c rete sl ab j u n ct i o n w i th b o n d i n g a n d s eal i n g a ge n t

600x375mm rei n fo rce d co n c rete st ri p fo o t i n g

1 0 0 x 1 0 0 m m H 3 t reate d p i n e fi x i n g p l ate DA R b o l te d to co n c rete

Louvered windows at the base of walls enhance natural ventilation by drawing in cool air and promoting cross-ventilation. Their angled slats allow airflow while providing privacy and protection, offering a sustainable cooling solution in warm climates. These louvers are also installed above the trusses.

5 0 0 x 3 7 5 m m co n c rete pa d fo o t i n g

Construction

LOUVERS DETAIL

1 9 m m H W D re c y cl e d Ta s m a ni a n oak st ri p fl o o ri n g , whi te stai n fi ni sh , j o i n e d to s u b fl o o r w i th p o l y u reth a n e a dh e s i v e

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17mm plywoo t reate d w i th e n ail e d d i re ctl ca rb o n ste el r

West facade

Northeast facade

Model stairs detail (1:100)

Model entrance (1:100)

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Salt Bathhouse Professor Neena Verma Parsons School of Design December 2024

This proposal presents a bathhouse in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, designed to offer a peaceful retreat within the city. Utilizing salt as a primary building material, the bathhouse features walls and structures that naturally erode and are reconstructed seasonally. This approach highlights the themes of impermanence and renewal, creating a space that evolves over time. Beyond its architectural innovation, the bathhouse addresses a critical need in Manhattan by providing a dedicated environment for relaxation and well-being.

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Material explorarions

Concept collage

This project explores salt’s history, material properties and architectural applications, emphasizing its ability to dissolve, reform, and cycle. The design began as a study of water-retaining forms, erosion, and canyon-like formations, gradually shifting toward a deeper exploration of salt as both concept and material.

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ENTRY LEVEL

TRANSITIO

BATH LEVEL

Floor Plans

ON LEVEL

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Section cut B

Section cut C

SOLID

VOID

Sections

ERODED

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Texture detail

Side view

Section model (1/16” = 1’)

Interior perspective

The bathhouse walls shift with the seasons, responding to changes in relative humidity that cause brine to form and salt to recrystallize— Exterior perspective

making the architecture a living experience rather than a static structure. Salt, as a building material, promotes resource efficiency through its unique hydrothermal behavior; it is non-flammable, naturally antibacterial, and supports sustainable design strategies.

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Silent Eclosion Tutor Jason Dibbs University of Sydney June 2024

This architectural conception envisions the coexistence of two seemingly unrelated programs: a Butterfly Sanctuary and an Education Center for the Deaf. Inspired by the transparency and delicate movements of butterfly wings, the design creates fluid, dynamic spaces that promote interaction between butterflies and students. This concept symbolizes growth and transformation, acknowledging that both education and eclosion are processes of change.

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Concept interior collage

Concept exterior collage

The education center is intentionally designed to accommodate butterflies on every floor, ensuring that interaction between the two programs remains continuous. This approach positions the building as a shared habitat, designed to meet the needs of both insects and humans.

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GROUND

FLOOR 1

The center emphasizes multisensory engagement through tactile elements, gardens, and sound therapy rooms. Its layout follows a gradient of privacy, shifting from vibrant communal spaces on the lower level to quiet therapy rooms above, designed for the needs of deaf students.

FLOOR 2

FLOOR 3

The main vivarium is made of glass and protrudes toward the street, inviting the public to observe the butterflies. In contrast, the educational spaces are tucked behind an enclosed facade, offering a quieter, inward-facing environment for learning.

FLOOR 5

ROOF

Floor Plans

FLOOR 4

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Section cut A

Section cut B

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Sections

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