Margot McLaughlin Landscape Architecture Portfolio 2023

MARGOT MCLAUGHLIN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

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MARGOT MCLAUGHLIN EDUCATION

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UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA Master of Historic Preservation | 2024 Bachelor of Landscape Architecture | 2023

INVOLVEMENT CO-FOUNDER OF SEED COLLECTIVE (Students For Equity In Environment And Design) GSLA ASLA LEED GREEN BUILDING ACCREDITATION

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Landscape Architects are tasked with influencing the relationship between humans and the environment.

This includes how we interact with it, benefit from it, and the role it plays in our lives. The people-place relationship is so important as it shapes how we view ourselves within the greater network of the planet and our responsibility to it.

My goal as a landscape architect is to help create connected, healthy, vibrant communities that prioritize the well-being of people and foster a high quality of life that I believe everyone deserves. Our relationship with the world starts with our relationship with our community. At a time where the health of our planet is in jeopardy, we need reconsider our relationship with the environment, which can start with communityoriented design.

As a designer, I aim to practice an inclusive and wholistic community-oriented design process that strengthens communities from within; One that respects the historic fabric of an area while visioning for the future.

CONTENT 1 INTERNATIONAL DESIGN 2 LOCAL DESIGN 3 CONCEPTUAL DESIGN 4 FASHION & GRAPHIC DESIGN

1000 YEAR PARK CORTONA PARTERRE

LAYTON PARK PIEDMONT PLAZA JACKSON ST. BUILDING

DYNAMIC EXPLORATION

ELLERY COLLECTION SEED COLLECTIVE

INTERNATIONAL DESIGN Busan, South Korea Cortona, Italy

Perspective created with Photoshop, Lumion and SketchUp

1000 YEAR PARK

This waterfront park is located in the heart of Busan, one of South Korea’s busiest and most populated cities. The site is just down the coast from the famous Jagalchi market. The goal of this park is to create a greenspace for locals and visitors that strengthens local hydrological systems, connects people both physically and communally, and is resilient in the face of sea level rise.

Studio group project Busan, South Korea Fall 2022 GROUP MEMBERS: Alexis Kellner and Ashley Daniel

HYDROLOGY. TEMPORALITY. CONNECTIVITY.

COASTAL EVOLUTION Residential design aimed at creating a peaceful and vibrant, sanctuary for retired individuals in Athens, GA. This design accommodates a variety of mobility needs, seen in the grading, pathways, and raised garden bed for seamless engagement with nature.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT TRADE HISTORY BUSAN SHRINE This shrine was located in Yongdusan Park and served as a shrine for Japanese occupants of Busan.

AN ACTIVE CITY Busan has been a densly populated urban center for many years. Due to the Korean War, many Koreas migrated South to Busan in the 1950s.

Busan is South Korea’s second largest city.

LEFT: Daechangjeong st., Busan c. unknown

Busan has been an key trading city for hundreds of years.

Busan served as a major trading port for Japan during the colonial period due.

BOTTOM: Busan port c. unknown. LEFT: Busan Station St. c. unknown

PROJECT SITE

JAGALCHI MARKET Largest fish market in South Korea, established during Japanese Colonial Rule. Known for the “Busan Wives” notable for their strength and financial support of their families.

PICTURED: South Korean Marketers c. 1910 and 1930

Image Source: http://waks.aks.ac.kr/rsh/?rshID=AKS-2017-KFR-1230003

A PARK BUILT TO FLOOD According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), sea level rise is predicted to be about one meter every 278 years. On this project, we have designed four sections of the park, rising one meter each. We acknowledge the many unknowns that accompany predicting and designing for sea level rise, and we have treated this concept as both a hypothetical solution and a visual tool for awareness, by manipulating the landscape to reflect the effects of climate change on coastal landscapes. The goal of these levels is to create usable recreational space that can withstand climate change.

Exploded axon of park levels

CONSTRUCTED CORAL 2 1

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Photoshop perspective of below the boardwalk. Created with Lumion SketchUp and Photoshop

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The form and texture of coral was the inspiration behind these multipurpose sculptural pillars. In the present, they serve as structural support for the raised boardwalk and seating for park visitors. In the future, they serve as constructed coral, creating habitat for sea life. These pillars are designed to last for years to come.

PROGRAMMING LEVEL 1 Stormwater collection and filtration Creating connection between people and water Constructed wetland habitat PREDICTED FLOODING DATE: 2300 *SketchUp created by Ashley Daniel

LEVEL 2 Shaded grove seating Community gathering space Water feature PREDICTED FLOODING DATE: 2578

PROGRAMMING LEVEL 4 Community event and gathering space Vegetated terraces Multi-age playscape PREDICTED FLOODING DATE: 2858

RAISED PARK AND BOARDWALK Connection to west entrance Views of water and city Recreational space for the future PREDICTED FLOODING DATE: 3134

SITE FEATURES

PERSPECTIVES

VIEWPOINTS

ADA ROUTES

GREENSPACE

BIOSWALE

GATHERING SPACE *Created by Alexis Kellner

CIRCULATION

ELEVATED BOARDWALK: Raised boardwalk connecting West side of site to park and providing connectivity to the water. Perspective created with Photoshop, SketchUp and Lumion.

WATER FEATURE: Gathering space and opportunity to connect with water. Perspective created with Photoshop, SetchUp and Lumion.

PLAN *Created by Alexis Kellner

Seating Grove MALL Vegetated Mounds

Terraced Bioswale

Recessed Water Feature

Gravel Plaza Terraced Seating and Playscape

Boardwalk over Bioretention System

Raised Planter Elevator

Connection to west side

Waterfront Walk

Raised Boardwalk 10

40 METERS

GROVE: Shaded seating for park visitors and shoppers.

Perspective created with Photoshop, SketchUp and Lumion.

CORTONA PARTERRE

Section Perspective

The Cortona Parterre is a historic park in the heart of Cortona, Italy.

The park has served as a significant cultural resource since the 19th century, but today is suffering from a lack of biodiversity, discontinuous organization, and loss of the historic stone amphitheater as a usable space due to tree growth. This design aims to honor the past, while revitalizing the park for active use through the future.

Cortona Study Abroad Studio Cortona, Italy Summer 2022

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PLANT DIVERSITY

PATH HIERARCHY

FOCAL POINT RELATIONSHIP

AMPHITHEATER ACTIVATION

Planting is uniform and homogeneous through the entire site

No path hierarchy.

All pathways have same weight and follow a linear, radial arrangement

No relationship between World War I monument, Fountain, or Kehoe statue

View from amphitheater inhibited by trees, rendering the space inactive and unused.

No clear entry path into park.

Monument blocks natural pathway from steps

Consideration of various levels of sun exposure to inform plant selection and placement

Establishment of main circulation routes creating a primary path network

Observation of natural relationship between each monument

Creation of open lawn space for amphitheater-related events and addition of shade trees

Addition of triangular garden bed directs flow of movement around monument and into park

Addition of secondary path that introduces curvilinear form

Incorporation of pattern to create a tertiary path that creates viewsheds between sculptures

ENTRANCE CIRCULATION

CONTEXT

HISTORIC IMAGES

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Cortona

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1 VIA NAZIONALE

2 PIAZZA GARIBALDI 3 MONASERTO SANTA CHIARA

Historic image c. 1884. Presence of l and tall coniferous trees.

PRESENT DAY

PROJECT GOALS AMPHITHEATER ACTIVATION AND PRESERVATION MAINTAIN HISTORIC PARTARRE ‘FEEL’ INCREASE BIODIVERSITY CREATE HIERARCHY

The park has significantly more shad the growth of American Linden trees and several varieties of pines.

lush planting

Historic amphitheater date unknown.

Postcard of Fontana Dei Delfini, installed in 1954 and designed by Ignazio Lucibello/

de, due to s, Holm Oaks,

While the amphitheater was previously utilized, the space is currently inactive due to poorly placed trees that block its view, and harsh, fullsun conditions.

Fontana Dei Delfini in summer of 2022

BEFORE no use for amphitheater 1

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AFTER a space to gather

KEY 1 2

The goal is to reactivate the amphitheater space, bringing both shade and room for events, in order to provide Cortona with a functional and beautiful space to come together as a community.

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Monaserto Santa Chiara Monument to the Fallen of the First World War Fontana Dei Delfini John Kehoe Statue Garden Beds Lawn Water Fountain Amphitheater Public Restroom Path to Playground and Tennis Courts

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LOCAL DESIGN Athens, GA

Perspective of Layton Park. Created in Photoshop

LAYTON PARK

Mixed-use redevelopment aimed to create a live, work, play community that uplifts human and environmental health.

Development plans include bio-swale and pervious paving stormwater solutions, access to ample greenspace, retail, and nightlife, and a variety of residential opportunities.

Studio project Athens, GA Spring 2020

KEY 1. ENTRANCE 2. BUS STOP 3. POCKET-STYLE TOWNHOMES 4. COMMERCIAL GREENSPACE 5. RESIDENTIAL GREENSPACE 6. PLAZA 7. GROCERY STORE 8. DEPARTMENT STORE 9. HOTEL

Perspective of community plaza. Created with Photoshop

PROCESS

The site currently serves as a large shopping mall, taking up large swaths of impervious space for parking. The current configuration is outdated, detrimental to the environment, and vehicle-centric.

The configuration of the blocks, parks, commercial and residential spaces were determined through many sketched iterations. This final design consolidates density, prioritizes greenspace, and resolves the unusual shape of the site.

The final design prioritizes human and environmental wellbeing.

Walkability, access to greenspace, restoration of forests, and green infrastructure all contribute to creating a safe, healthy, and joyful community

PIEDMONT PLAZA 3

This plaza is designed to be a connection point between downtown Athens, the College of Environment and Design, and the Sculpture buildings at the University of Georgia. The site’s historic purpose as a point of connection between city, railroad, and nearby river has been revitalized, restoring its value to the local community.

Studio project Athens, GA Spring 2021

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SECTION ELEVATIONS

CONTEXT

1 UGA TANNER BUILDING

SECTION ELEVATION 1

2 NORTH OCONEE RIVER

3 UGA INNOVATION HUB

SECTION ELEVATION 2

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FORMER RAILROAD

Perspective of Piedmont Plaza. Created in Photoshop

DECIDUOUS SHRUB

JACKSON ST. BUILDING

The North side of The College of Environment and Design is largely under-utilized and not designed to be occupied by people. This redesign includes plaza space for students and faculty to rest, study, meet and gather. The West side of the plaza features an alumni plaque wall to honor the many bright and talented people who have come through the program.

Studio project Athens, GA Fall 2022

LAWN

ALUMNI PLAZA

GRADING PLAN

LIGHTING AND FURNITURE PLAN

FURNITURE SCHEDULE SYMBOL

QUANTITY 4

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TYPE BENCH

TABLE + CHAIRS

LIGHTING SCHEDULE DESCRIPTION Forms+Surfaces Duo Bench Stainless steel and hardwood Forms+Surfaces Apex Table Ensemble Model STAPX-4BC

SYMBOL

QUANTITY

MANUFACTURER/ MODEL/FINISH FORM+FABRIC LBLCP-501 STAINLESS STEEL 9 LANDSCAPE FORMS SPL18A1xx STAINLESS STEEL

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TYPE

DESCRIPTION

3000K LED, 3000K, 886

14W custom LED light engine

3000K 80 CRI, LUMENS:2039

SLOPE LIGHT WALL MOUNT

LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT PLAN PLANT SCHEDULE TREES

SHRUBS

GROUND COVERS

CODE

BOTANICAL NAME

COMMON NAME

SIZE

CONTAINER

LIR TUL

Liriodendron tulipifera

Tulip Poplar

30'

B&B

QTY 2

MAG SWE

Magnolia virginiana

Sweetbay Magnolia

20'

B&B

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CODE

BOTANICAL NAME

COMMON NAME

SIZE

CONTAINER

LIG JAP

Ligustrum japonicum

Japanese Privet

3 gal.

QTY 10

MUH WHI

Muhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud'

White Cloud Muhly Grass

1 gal.

CODE

BOTANICAL NAME

COMMON NAME

SIZE

CONTAINER

SPACING

QTY

30

OPH DWA

Ophiopogon japonicus 'Dwarf'

Dwarf Mondo Grass

1 gal.

Pot

6" o.c.

11,201

TUR SOD

Turf Sod

Drought Tolerant Fescue Blend

sod

29,268 sf

RETAINING WALL DETAIL

COLUMN DETAILS

PRELIMINARY SKETCHES

ALUMNI PLAQUE WALL DETAILS

CONCEPTUAL DESIGN

DYNAMIC EXPLORATION This project was an exercise in designing a conceptual landscape from scratch that embodied an assigned adjective.

This project explores how to create a sculpture park landscape that responds the word Dynamic through topography, plant selection, and pathway. Each element supports the concepts of change, activity, variety, and progress, taking visitors on a journey through the site to the sculpture.

Studio project Athens, GA Spring 2020

TOPOGRAPHY

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PLANTS

PATH

Sketched plan of conceptual sculpture park

TOPOGRAPHY The topography of the site is an abstraction of a wavelength, fluctuating between ridge and valley to emulate movement and variety. The site experience changes depending on the way one decide to navigate, creating a dynamic experience.

PLANTS AND PATH

Form and Fabric of conceptual sculpture park

The pathway and tree placement contrasts the undulating topography by following a linear, perpendicular path around the site. The distance between the pavers responds to the rise and fall of the slope and trees line the path, with intentional gaps highlighting important views and creating both enclosed and open spaces.

FASHION DESIGN Individual project Atlanta, GA Spring 2019

This collection was designed and constructed on my own for my senior fashion design collection in high school.

The collection aimed to combine effortless streetwear with unexpected details. to create fresh, unique and easy to wear looks

Photo series shot by Aziza Hutcherson

In 2022, I co-founded SEED Collective (Students for Equity in Environment and Design), an Interdisciplinary, studentled collective created to provide support and mentorship to marginalized students within the College of Environment + Design. The main goals for SEED Collective include creating and facilitating a space for discussion, engaging with the community both within and outside of the college,and providing students with an opportunity to network with other like-minded professionals and colleagues.

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September 29th WHEN Thursday, 10am - 12:30pm Williams Family Plaza WHERE (outside of 1st and 2nd year studios)

Student Organization Athens, GA Fall 2022 Students chatting at a SEED coffee social, Fall 2022.

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