Fall 2023 Portfolio

Frist Year Design Portfolio

Stephanie Miller University of Detroit Mercy Fall 2023 1

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Project 1: Projected Space The main goal of this project was to preproduce an artwork by Lisa Call titled Structures #11 in different ways. Through reproducing this painting many different ways, in different medias, subtle changes occurred. The painting was then developed more drastically by changing the color, shape, and size of the elements to amplify a certain aspect of the painting. After becoming familiar with the painting, it was then made into a three-dimensional evolution. One main focus through this project was to develop the many small rectangular shapes in a different way, as well as think about how color interacts with the rectangles. In the model, the rectangles were developed into different sizes and shapes which included semitransparent paper as a new way to think about the color within the painting.

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Reproductions and Improvisations

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Study Models

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Final Model

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Section A

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Project 2: Light Vessel The main goal of light vessel was to develop a model that could amplify light.

Through the development of many different models, the quality of light focused on was shadows. Precedent research helped to develop the focus of the vessel which was to create sharp, defined, and intense shadows within the space. By creating a mostly closed space with areas for light to interact within the vessel, the light created intense shadows.

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Precedent Research

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Study Models

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Final Model

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Project 3: Pavilion The main goal of the pavilion project was to develop a space that could be used by many different groups of people at the same time. The pavilion had no site location, so it was important to develop a space around the pavilion as well. Through the incorporation of natural elements and four different pavilion spaces, it could fit the needs of many different people.

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Study Models and Sketches

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Final Model

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Project 4: Courtyard The main goal of the courtyard project was to develop a space between the Detroit Mercy architecture building and library. This was the first project centered around a space that would be used by faculty and students. The current space is a large unused area with a few trees. The pavilion from the previous project was incorporated within the courtyard and altered to better fit the needs of the university.

Not only was the pavilion implemented but current site conditions also had to be considered. By incorporating native wildflowers and grasses, the space transformed into an immersive outdoor experience for anyone to use.

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Final Models

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