Melanie Aguilar Architecture Portfolio

Melanie Aguilar Architectural Portfolio Selected Works 2021 - 2023

CONTENTS

National Latino American Museum Fall 2023

Mt Wilson Scientist Retreat Fall 2022

Museum of Japanese Contemporary Art Fall 2021

Santa Ana Mixed Use Apartments Spring 2023

National Latino American Museum

Fall 2023 Washington D.C

It is evident there is no universal Latino experience. Although there are many journeys that shape and make Latino’s there is one parallelism that remains nonetheless: the crossroads of Latino and American culture. Focusing our lenses on creating a proposal that highlights journeys, differences, and finding home to create unity within programmatic spaces to welcome the vast culture of Washington DC. Shifting our focus to the museum site, the proposal intends to create a place that feels like home by bringing in pieces of every Latino country. Throughout the different levels, a cafe is positioned by the exhibition spaces to have multiple opportunities to try signature dishes from all 21 countries. The cocinas go hand in hand with educating the visitors regarding food items and spices that are native to each country. More specifically in the museum, the ground floor houses the main educational programs, being the educational roots where the cocinas stem from. Emphasizing the different journeys and forms of arrivals, the different paths signify crossing borders through land, water and air. There is no singular path or approach to the spaces, one can choose their own path and see others walking through theirs with the bridges.

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Latino American Museum

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CPP Studio Fall 2022

Located in the San Gabriel Mountains, Mount Wilson is a peak in the Los Angeles county National Forest. After visiting the site and investigating additional information, a list of multiple factors to consider was created. Within the list includes: sun circulation paths, wind direction, weather throughout the year, existing foliage, steepness within site, and views throughout. Furthermore, the use of specific fire proof materials were used for everything. The project houses two scientist in their private residence, includes a metting observation deck for the public, has multiple parkings spaces including one ada parling spot, a bathroom, and a research lab and office. The form and massing of the building is stepping to reflect the overall slope of the site. Beginning with a pancake like tower, the introduction of subractions from the volume allowed for the double height spaces and stepping elevations. Throughout the tower are multiple floor to ceiling windows to always have a connection to the views and experience of the different heights within the mountain.

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Museum of Japanese Contemporary Art Fall 2021 Little Tokyo, Los Angeles This proposal is for a museum which houses Japanese contemporary art, located in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. Initially, the approach of the project was to divide the building into three spaces where the central space consists of all the circulation through the building (with the exception of egress cores), one side includes the more public spaces, and finally the contrary side includes the more private/ intimate spaces. Entering the museum from either entrance allows for the same experience entering through a smaller space and being led to the quadruple height atrium. Within the atrium a series of bridges and staircases are veiled with the plan view of an infinity symbol; as there are infinite circulation paths visitors can take. Programatically, the spaces are placed for the public to enjoy every level of the museum, including the basement. Half of the cafe is located in a carved out space in the basement level with the bookstore placed next to it for the convenience of the public. Although most of the staff spaces are located in the basement level, they still get to interact with the public because of the placement of the cafe and bookstore. The exhibition spaces throughout the building vary in sizes and heights of the ceilings, some with double height spaces and others with open to below spaces.

The second location of the cafe is placed on the top level of the museum with an open to below space of part exhibition.

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Santa Ana Mixed Use Spring 2023 Santa Ana, California This proposal aims to transform the Santa Ana site into a lively mixed-use community that seamlessly integrates residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. The design emphasizes community engagement, and a modern aesthetic that respects the unique cultural and historical aspects of the region. The architectural concept draws inspiration from Santa Ana’s rich cultural heritage, blending contemporary design with elements that pay homage to the area’s history. A variety of unit types, including studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedrooms, and live-work spaces, cater to diverse resident needs, fostering a sense of inclusivity.

Central to the project is the creation of communal spaces that encourage social interaction. A lively courtyard at the heart of the development serves as a gathering point, featuring greenery, seating, and fire pits. As the site is located directly across the street from the Santa Ana train station, a pedestrian promenade located in the center of two proposed sites for the project features the same qualities as the residential courtyard. However, the floor is tiled with patterned tiles traditional to the spanish colonial architecture that is prominent in the area. Additionally, a mix of retail spaces on the ground floor promotes a dynamic street life, supporting local businesses and enhancing the overall neighborhood experience.

Taking into consideration there is a close proximity to parks and elementary schools on the side of the site closest to Poinsettia Street, a recreational center that serves as a daycare and a place to hold city events and meetings. Not only the immediate residential community of the apartments benefit from the after school daycare space but the larger community of Santa Ana for all those small business owners. Finally, the two largest walls for the live-work spaces are left with no windows to allow for changing art installations to be painted as murals, which are very prominent to the city.

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PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME Melanie Aguilar DATE OF BIRTH

CONTACT

September 10, 2002

EMAIL maguilar@cpp.edu LINKEDIN

https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-aguilar-a19668262/

PHONE NUMBER

(951)293-7669

EDUCATION 2016 - 2020

Paloma Valley High School

2020 - PRESENT

California State Polytechnic Pomona

SKILLS RHINOCEROS 6.0 / 7.0

ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE

REVIT (ARCHITECTURE)

MICROSOFT SUITE

VRAY (RHINOCEROS)

TWIN MOTION

MODEL MAKING (MUSEUM BOARD, FOAM CORE, LASER CUTTING, CHIP BOARD)