Michael Valle Work Sample
Michael Valle
Grand Island, NY I Mtv5125@psu.edu I (716) 697-9397
Education
August 2021 - May 2026
B. Arch I Pennsylvania State University
▪ State College, PA
▪ GPA: 3.67
▪ Residential Construction Minor
Work History
August 2023 - Present
Research and Design Assistant I Penn State University I State College, PA
▪ Collaborative research, design and fabrication with Stuckeman School of Architecture department head Frank Jacobus
May 2023 - August 2023
Property Development and Management I 3V Inc. I Buffalo, NY
▪ Assisted in property management of 50+ tenants
▪ Gained remodeling, demo and rehab skills performing mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry work
February 2022 - Present
Wood Shop Tech I Penn State University I State College, PA
▪ Assist in the maintenance and/or repair of the tools and equipment
▪ Supervision of students in the shop to maintain safety and cleanliness
▪ Instruct metal training orientation to fellow students
September 2022 - Present
Furniture Designer I MV Woodworks I State College, PA
▪ Design-build commissions for clients
Volunteering and Leadership
Awards
Skills
▪ MV_Wood.works
August 2023 - Present
AIAS
Freedom By Design Director I AIAS PSU
▪ Design-build projects to help better the community
▪ Organize schedules, maintain client relations, assemble build teams
August 2023 - Present
Revit Instructor I Beehive and AIAS PSU
▪ Planned and presented a lecture series on Revit to all years
2023 NCMA 1st Prize
2024 Arts and Architecture Alumni Luncheon Student Work Selection
▪ Revit
▪ AutoCAD
▪ Rhino
▪ Fusion360
▪ Grasshopper
▪ Woodworking
References Available upon request
▪ Adobe Photoshop
▪ Adobe Illustrator
▪ Metal Working
PUEBLO STATION
15 WEEKS | SPRING 2024 | LAIA CELMA ANDROVER
The Pueblo Station design draws inspiration from the Janey coupler, emphasizing the separation and interaction of volumes. The restaurant and station components are “uncoupled,” creating a sunken central courtyard that guides passengers through the space. By lowering these elements below grade, the journey begins as an integrated architectural experience. The station’s top-heavy volume is elevated on glass and supported by folded slab edges, enhancing the visual lightness. Circulation flows seamlessly through clearly defined paths, connecting parking, the courtyard, and transit areas with efficiency and clarity. This approach merges functional circulation with a bold architectural language, making the station both a transit hub and an experiential journey.
Restaurant
Night Street View
Janney Coupler
BEEKMAN BATHHOUSE
12 WEEKS | SPRING 2023 | MARCUS SHAFFER
NCMA 1ST PLACE PRIZE
To reclaim and redefine the industrial urban waterfront in New York City’s Beekman Place neighborhood, the Beekman Bathhouse design reinterprets industrial elements to create spaces dedicated to rejuvenation and relaxation. Inspired by the area’s industrial heritage, the bathhouse serves as a curated ‘catalog’ of repurposed components, reimagining industrial componenets, and materials as integral parts of a modern sanctuary. By merging industrial aesthetics with the therapeutic environment of a bathhouse, the project seeks to honor the site’s history while providing a space for tranquility and renewal in the urban landscape.
Saunas and Steam Rooms
North Facade Imitating Silos
East Facade from Bridge
Concept Sketch
Grain Mill: Buffalo, NY
Grain Mill: Buffalo, NY
Bordeaux Law Courts: Richard Rogers
3D PRINTED NEIGHBOR-
15 WEEKS | GROUP PROJECT | FALL 2024 | JOSE PINTO DUARTE
Team Members: Mike Valle, Harrison Silvester, Ashu Bambole
Located south of University Park, this 3D-printed concrete community provides affordable housing for families and students near Penn State and downtown State College. Using “urban grammars,” the layout allows flexible arrangements of plots and components, while “housing grammars” guide the circulation and shapes of the residences. This modular approach enables customization for various demographics, with homes ranging from twobedroom student apartments to expandable family houses.
The project leverages cutting-edge technologies in collaboration with X-Hab 3D and the PSU CITEL Lab. Robotic arms precisely extrude the concrete, with strategic planning to minimize repositioning during printing. Exposed concrete accents highlight the material’s unique aesthetic. This innovative partnership integrates advanced technology to deliver adaptable, sustainable, and cost-effective housing solutions.
Living Room View
Neighborhood View
Ceiling Height
Ground Level T/ Foundation B/ Foundation
9’ - 6”
13’ - 8”
4’ - 2”
3’ - 0”
4’ - 0”
1’ - 0” T/ Roof
The area we chose to print features the intersection of an exterior and interior wall. Something we explored within the project was the idea of using infill as an accent. Seen in the print, part of our infill is left exposed to the interior, adding interest to the facade
Housing Rules
The rule for the creation of our single family housing applies a path of circulation, with the essential housing components attached to it. This allows for multiple variations while still having a clear rule.
Section
Built-In Cabinet
Plan
Axon
STATION 44
15 WEEKS | FALL 2023 | REBECCA HENN
Located in a historically declining neighborhood of Pittsburgh’s Hill District, which has been isolated from downtown due to industrialization, Station 44 seeks to restore the connection to the city by reestablishing the flow of water from the nearby rivers to the site. The project explores the dynamic relationship between water and fire, emphasizing the transformative power of both elements. Through this exploration, Station 44 aims to highlight the inherent beauty found in the destructive forces of fire, while symbolically reconnecting the neighborhood to the urban fabric and revitalizing the area’s identity.
Pond and Outdoor Community Space
Driveway and Glass Facade
Cutting Board
Filet Knife
Train Station Detail
Station 44 Detail
Beekman Bath House
Station 44 1:1 Model
2 DAY CHAIR
2-DAY CHAIR CHARRETTE FOR STUCKEMAN SITS EXHIBITON
Design
WING DESK
Inspired by Pre-WW1 aircraft, the Wing Desk emulates that of a wooden wing through elements of ribs, a canvas covering and turnbuckles. Inspired originally from a facebook marketplace Ad, the Wing Desk perfectly emulates aviation furniture.
ADDITIONAL WORKS
RUFER HOUSE HAND DRAWING
THE UFFIZI HAND DRAWING
THE READING ROOM DETAILING
