Impressions | Design Portfolio

LYNN EL-KHOURY

Selected Works | 2020 - 2023

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Lynn El-Khoury Master of Architecture

Atlanta, GA (470) 890 - 7522 lynnelkhouryy@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/lynnelkhouryy/

“ I see architecture as the art of interpreting people’s behavior into uniquely designed spaces.”

LYNN EL-KHOURY Master of Architecture

Education

Atlanta, GA (470) 890-7522 US Green Card - Lebanese lynnelkhouryy@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/lynnelkhouryy

Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, GA Master of Architecture & Teaching Assistantship | GPA: 4.0 • Relevant Coursework: Hard-surface 3D modeling, Computational Design, Portman Prize Competition

Aug 2022 Present

ALBA, University of Balamand Beirut, Lebanon Bachelor of Architecture with Honors | GPA: 3.88 • Relevant Coursework: 8 architecture design studios | 2 design workshops: Fashion Design - Interior Design

Sept 2018 Jun 2022

Awards

Winner of the Nadim Younes Initiative Competition Beirut, Lebanon Final year project 'Layered Memory' — A mixed-use building in Beirut, awarded First Prize among 60 students

Jul 2022

Work Experience

NBBJ Design - Architectural Design Intern Seattle, WA

Gained real estate industry insights through the NAIOP Washington State Internship Program Contributed unique design solutions in client meetings and design consultations

Jun 2023 Aug 2023

Projects: • Confidential Life Science Building - Developed technical drawings and interior design ideas • Seattle Design Festival - Crafted an interactive installation, mapping curiosity across time and space • In-studio Wall Exhibition - Displayed the firm’s annual projects through personalized 3D prints • Intern Group Project - Collaborated with the University of Oxford to rethink the future of education

GTA - Graduate Teaching Assistant Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta GA

Aug 2022 Aug 2023

Perkins&Will / Dar Al-Handasah - Architect Trainee Beirut, Lebanon

Jun 2022 Jul 2022

Led a team of 4 GTAs in organizing the "Redesigning Cities" lecture series, improving time management and teamwork, while expanding my professional networks through engaging events with industry experts Contributed to pavilion designs for the FIFA World Cup 2022, under professional supervision Enhanced communication and collaboration skills through active participation in meetings Projects: • American University of Beirut, Cyprus - BIM Modeling for construction documents • Qatari Pavilion, Qatar - Assisted in creating a 3D Mesh with the lead architect

Alphonse KAI Architecture - Architect Intern Beirut, Lebanon

Focused on technical drawings, enriching my understanding of structural and construction processes

Jun 2021 Jul 2021

Projects: • Aqua Gate Resort - Contributed to the design of spacious living homes and studios

Featured

Seattle Design Festival’s Event Seattle, WA

Aug 2023

Beirut Urban Declaration’s Exhibit Beirut, Lebanon

Dec 2021

AA School’s “Reconstructing Beirut” Symposium London

Mar 2021

Professional Mentorship Program Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta GA

Aug 2022May 2023

Community Engagement and Volunteer Work Beirut, Lebanon

Nov 2019Jun 2021

Computational Body Architecture & Digital Fabrication Course ALBA, Beirut Lebanon • Explored innovative ways to alter the human body through digital design Guided by professional Zaha Hadid designers, utilizing Grasshopper and Maya • Transformed a digital design into a tangible product through the use of sewing and stapling techniques

Feb 2021 May 2021

Designed and prototyped in-office models and was part of the design team featured at the festival

My "post-trauma architecture" project was showcased during the event

Presented my project to industry professionals and participated in a symposium discussion Earned recognition as a top finalist among peers.

Extracurricular

• Gained expertise in parametric and algorithmic design through the IBPSA GaTech mentorship program • Acquired skills in hard-surface modeling and gained insights into new building systems in the US

• Participated in the cleanup of affected neighborhoods after the Beirut Port's explosion • Contributed to various environmental conservation initiatives, including Natural Reserve Cleaning • Collaborated with a non-profit organization, fostering community connections through activities such as hiking

Languages

English (Native Like), Arabic (Native), French (Native Like)

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, Autocad, Sketchup, Lumion, Vray, Python/Rhinoscript, Hard-Surface Modeling, ShapeMachine, 3D max, Keyshot, Maya, Enscape, Unreal Engine

Hobbies

Freelance Designer, Professional Ballerina & Jazz Dancer, Pianist and Skier

Selected Works | 2020 - 2023

Featured Works

IMPRESSIONS Nadim Younes prize winner

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L AYERED MEMORY

computational design & research studio

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CANVASCAPE

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RES ILIENCE

Mixed - Use Building

School of Ar t

Residential Building Technical Drawings Phase Interior Design Phase

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HIDDEN PRESENCE

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INS IGNIA

professional experience

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NBBJ De sign

Beirut Blast Memorial

Militar y Base

*Confidential* Life Science Building Seat tle Design Festival

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Fashion Design A A School Symposium Craf ts & Designs

LAYERED MEMORY

Final Year Co mpetition

Mixed-Use Building

ALBA, University of Balamand Spring 2022 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Vera Bourgy

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Story The mixed-use building presents an engaging concept that incorporates a ‘Memory Lane’ and an ‘Art Lane.’ These elements invite visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history of the site, creating a vibrant fusion of the past and present.

‘Layered Memory’ serves as a living testament to the history and culture of this iconic location, offering a distinctive and captivating experience for all who step inside.

FEATURED

First Prize Winner of the Nadim Younes Initiative Competition

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LAYERED MEMORY PARLIAMENT

BARRICADE NEJMEH SQUARE

GRAND SERAIL

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MARTYRS SQUARE

RIAD EL-SOLH

GRAND THEATER

Riad El-Solh Square

Grand Theater

Archeology

Barricades

Archeological Site

Beirut Central District Located in the heart of Beirut within an archaeological site and encircled by barricades, this location becomes a pivotal point bridging the gap between the past and the future.

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Roman Gate

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Riad El-Solh History Market Square

Archeological Site

Riot Square “Sahat Assour” Urban Square

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Today, it is a ‘Non-Space’—a still landscape that lost the vibrancy it once had. This timeline reminds us that each layer and every story from the square’s memory are important pieces of the city’s rich history.

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‘Art Lane’ - An exhibit of lebanon’s heritage

‘Memory Lane’ - A journey into the past

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Proposed Scenarios

Corporate Offices

Artist Studios

Market Halls

Market Halls

Startups Offices Apartments

Startups Offices

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LAYERED MEMORY

Section A

Riad El-Solh

‘The city’s heartbeat’ An immersive museum lies next to the archaeological remains. This underground sanctuary offers a unique journey through the preserved artifacts, revealing the layers of history to the visitors.

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Art Studios

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Corporate Offices & Startups

‘A multidirectional experience’

Apartments

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‘Celebrating memories through design’

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CANVASCAPE

co mputational design & research studio

Creative Hub

Georgia Institute of Technology Fall 2023 Duration: 10 weeks Instructor: Athanassios Economou

Story ‘The Arts and the Creation of Mind’ by Elliot W. Eisner presents the role of arts in education. Eisner challenges the traditional educational perspectives that sideline arts as peripheral, instead of central in cognitive development and learning.

‘Canvascape’ is where art meets education in a vibrant creative hub.

The design is inspired by the idea that art fuels learning, featuring open spaces and interactive areas that encourage exploration and creativity. From the dynamic façade to the nature-inspired interiors, every aspect of Canvascape is designed to inspire.

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CANVASCAPE

Educational Spaces Evolution

‘Traditional Grid’ Structured conventional approach to education - Rigid and defined boundaries

‘Flexible Structure’ Transition to a versatile learning environment - Shifting boundaries for adaptability

‘Collaborative Blur’ Interactive learning - Blurred and merged boundaries fostering interactions

Concept ‘Transforming Education through Creativity’

ART COMMUNITY

EDUCATION

EDUCATION COMMUNITY

EDUCATION

‘Arts for everyone’ ART

This concept seeks to redefine the traditional educational system by placing the study of arts at its core. This shift is crucial for understanding ambiguity and fostering critical thinking.

COMMUNITY

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CANVASCAPE

Computational Design Research ShapeMachine / Rhino 3D

This plugin is a computational approach that allows users to define design rules visually, using shapes and patterns within Rhino.

This method stands out because it relies on visual inputs to generate new designs without the traditional code-based computation.

Shape Rule

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Initial Shape

Production

Key Elements of a Learning Experience

Path

Courtyard

Interstitial

These elements informed a coding framework that guided the spatial organization, fostering a catalog of experiences that adapt flexibly to various floor plans.

Patio

Exhibition Area

Makerspace Makerspace

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Design Process

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Step 2 - Shape Creation

TRIANGLE 1.2

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Step 3 - Program Distribution

SQUARE 2.1

RECTANGLE 3.1

code6 TRIANGLES | 6 AXES

3 TRIANGLES | 2 AXES

Catalog of Experiences

TRIANGLE 1.3

TRIANGLE 1.2

QUADS + TRIANGLES | 3 AXES

QUAD 4.1

PENTAGONE 5.1 PENTAGON 5.1

QUAD 4.1

PENTAGONE 5.2

PENTAGON 5.2

IRREGULAR QUADS | MULTIDIRECTIONAL

4 TRIANGLES | 3 AXES

IRREGULAR QUADS | MULTIDIRECTIONAL

POLYGON 7.2 2 TRIANGLES | 1 AXES

POLYGONE 5.2

POLYGONE 5.1 POLYGON 6.2 2 TRIANGLES | 1 AXES

POLYGONE 5.3

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POLYGON 6.1

IRREGULAR QUADS | MULTIDIRECTIONAL

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CANVASCAPE

Proposed Site

Opportunity Zone

Westside Beltline Connection

The site is a dynamic crossroads, where the campus, Beltline and transport hubs converge. This location places ‘Canvascape’ at the heart of city life, blending education, culture and mobility, making it a hub of creativity and connectivity.

‘City Canvas’ The program weaves together art studios, exhibition spaces, makerspaces and local art markets, creating a creative learning environment.

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CANVASCAPE

Design Dimensions From the design of facades to the layout of pathways and urban spaces, each level of detail plays a crucial role in shaping the visitor’s experience.

Pathways Unfolded

Crafting Comfort

Enveloping Spaces

City Visions

A Palette of Experiences Canvascape is not only about the journey within its walls—but also about the impression it leaves as one departs. It aims to imprint a sense of memory, intellectual growth, and a deeper appreciation for local arts and culture.

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‘Shaping Atlanta’s Learning Horizons’ Designed with life-infused courtyards, inspiring pathways, and collaborative spaces, every corner becomes a canvas for creative expression.

Dynamic Facade

Arts on-show

Local Arts

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Sense of Memory

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Intellectual Growth

Learn

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‘A gateway to Creativity’ The architecture itself is a living classroom, designed with courtyards that breathe life, pathways that inspire exploration, and interstitial spaces that foster collaboration.

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Design Studio

Residential Building

ALBA, University of Balamand Fall 2020 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Akl Akl

Story ‘Breadth of Beirut’ rises in the heart of Mar Mikhael, embodying the resilience and vibrant spirit of its surroundings. Created in the aftermath of Beirut’s 2020 explosion and economic crisis, this residential building is a beacon of hope and renewal.

It stands not just as a structure, but as a narrative of recovery, reflecting the spirit of the city and its people.

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Mar Mikhael, Beirut

Heritage

Human-scale

Dynamic Streets

Situated in Mar Mikhael, known for its dynamic streets and cultural richness, the location provides a unique opportunity to blend with the lively community. The neighborhood’s creative energy will shape a residential setting that reflects the rich cultural and social vibrancy of the area.

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Conceptual Approach

Street Connection Drawing inspiration from the spirited streets, the ground floor’s main purpose is reconnecting the streets together.

Vertical Village

Voids & Narrative

The project is conceived as a vertical village, capturing the essence of Mar Mikhael’s lively art scene and serenity.

At its core, the building celebrates a communal spirit through a central void echoing the city life.

‘‘An Urban Oasis’ The metallic modular structure offers each apartment its own distinct spatial character and outdoor area. The project’s industrial aesthetic is reinforced by the use of metal beams, establishing a visual dialogue with the urban fabric of Beirut. The introduction of terraces and greenery brings life into the interiors, enhancing the living quality.

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Each apartment is uniquely designed, fostering a rich dialogue both internally and with the views beyond.

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT Technical Drawings

ALBA, University of Balamand Fall 2021 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Abdallah Richa

Refined Elevation

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Refined Section

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Wall Section 1

Wall Section 2

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT

Duplex Floorplan 1

Duplex Floorplan 2

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BREADTH OF BEIRUT Interior Design Interior Design Workshop ALBA, University of Balamand Spring 2021 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Fadi Seropian

Story The project consists of designing the interior of the penthouse selected from the previous vertical tower’s project. The client is an architect that needs a studio.

The design proposed, aims to create an extension of the existing apartment introducing a “Black Box” which will create a mutation of the place.

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Library

Studio

Bar

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OUT OF THE BLACK BOX

New The Black Box

Old The Penthouse

The extension will start from the outside in order to give the inhabitant a new way of living. The basic needs of the user will be integrated by this single element that will mutate and change its function; being it a bar, tracklights, the studio and/or a library.

Choice of Elements

Designed Stairs Minotti Side Table

Wood Bar

Retractable TV

Fluff Bed

Egg Chairr

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OUT OF THE BLACK BOX

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HIDDEN PRESENCE

Design Studio

Beirut Blast Memorial

ALBA, University of Balamand Fall 2020 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Walid Matar

‘The landscape is the memorial’

Story “Hidden Presence” rises in Beirut’s heart, as a gentle echo weaving a narrative of loss and resilience. Amid the echoes of what once was, this memorial offers a quiet experience for remembering and healing.

‘Silent Strenght’ With views to the sea for hope and the city for shelter, it’s a place where light and shadow mingle, inviting everyone to pause, feel, and find a bit of peace. Here, within “Hidden Presence,” each person can hold onto memories, share in the sorrow, and find the strength in a community’s unbreakable spirit.

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Design Process

HIDDEN PRESENCE

Blurring the lines between the remnants of destruction and the sanctity of memory.

Grain Silos

Blast Site

‘A Reconciliation Site’ The memorial cradles the crater, turning it into a hallowed ground, while openings towards the sea and city serve as beacons of hope and guardianship, respectively.

City Sea

Within the journey, visitors are invited on an experience through corridors of memory, where light dances with shadow, and silence is punctuated by echoes of remembrance.

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‘Harbor of Hope’ This section illustrates the journey toward solace and reconciliation amidst the sea’s embrace.

It envisions a haven set within a distinctive water-bound capsule, designed to transcend grief and inspire hope.

Ruins of a Smile

Harbor of Hope

Auditorium

Horizon of Hope Echoes of Serenity

Sanctuary of Silence

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Horizons of Hope They say the ocean holds comfort.

Standing at the edge, you’re invited to release the past. This deck serves as a threshold, marking where history meets tomorrow.

Echoes of Serenity Immerse yourself in reflection, surrounded by the above water reflection and the music to relive the unfortunate pain and memory.

Ruins of a Smile The remaining debris of the crater represent our pain. These essential parts of the memorial are present in order for an individual to smell, feel and touch

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INSIGNIA

Design Studio

Military Base

ALBA, University of Balamand Spring 2021 Duration: 4 weeks Instructor: Akl Akl

Story In the realm of military architecture, “Insignia” redefines the essence of a military base, intertwining dynamism, the stark reality of violence, and an understated monumentality.

This project delves deep into the concepts of movement and technological adaptation, essential in the ever-evolving theatre of war, crafting an edifice that resonates with the fluidity and unpredictability of military strategies.

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Design Process

INSIGNIA

‘Sculpting the Terrain’ The project’s grandeur lies not in towering structures but in its integration with the land, carving out a presence that is both monumental and discreet.

The ground itself transforms into the building, with the architecture sculpted into the earth, making the site’s slope a tactical advantage.

Underground Networks Zenithal Openings

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Space Organization

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‘The Art of Camouflage’

Zenithal Openings

Underground Neworks

Complex Wall Composition

Metallic Structure

Metallic Panels

Landscape

This architectural approach not only masks the base within the master plan but also fortifies it, crafting an unseen fortress. It’s a landscape of hidden depths and subtle eminences, where the true scale of its might is cloaked in the richness of its spaces.

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INSIGNIA

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CONFIDENTIAL CLIENT

Professional E xperience

Life Science Building NBBJ Design

Summer 2023

Facade & Landscape

3D Modeled + 3D Printed

SITE VISITS NAIOP Internship Program, WA

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Google Seattle Headquarters

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Amazon Spheres, Seattle

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SEATTLE DESIGN FESTIVAL

Professional E xperience

Interactive Installation NBBJ Design August 2023

‘Shape the narrative of Seattle Share your own memories, hopes, and dreams’

FEATURED Part of the Design Team on the Firm’s Website IMPRESSIONS

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FRÉNÉSIE

Fashion Design

Computational Body Architecture ALBA, University of Balamand

Partner: Nour Mouawad Instructor: Maria-Thala Al-Aswad

‘When Fashion Echoes Architecture’ Bridging the gap between fashion and architecture, this collection views the human body as a site of expression, reflecting the mental chaos of the pandemic through bold ‘exploded’ designs contrasted with structured elements.

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A A School Symposium

Experimental Design Studio ALBA, University of Balamand Fall 2021

FEATURED

- “Urban Declaration” Exhibit - Beit Beirut, Lebanon -“Reconstructing Beirut” Symposium AA School, London

‘Post-Trauma Architecture’

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IN-STUDIO EXHIBIT

Professional E xperience

NBBJ Misty Wall Partner: Sasha Zebroff

Displayed the firm’s annual projects through personalized 3D prints

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DESIGN EXPLORATION

Physical Models

Charcoal Drawings

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Light & Shadows

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Contact me (470) 890 - 7522 lynnelkhouryy@gmail.com