• Jacksonville University - Lazzara STEAM Bldg Renovation
• Arc Lodge Village - Group Home
• Beachwood Apartment Buildings Renovation
• Sable Palms Apartment Buildings Renovation
- Collective Works in School (2010 - 2019):
RPI(2016 - 2019):
• Water Media Facade
• Performing Art Center
• Apartment @ Riverside of Troy
• Museum - Dia: Mond (Dia: Beacon)
University of Cincinnati (2010 - 2015):
• Capstone - Tower Teppanyaki Restaurant & Bar
• Commercial Design - Scandinavia House (Gift shop)
- Architectural Hand Sketches
Works Drawings
Sulzbacher Affordable Housing
I took over this project from another architect when the project was approximately 30% complete at DD phase. Under the supervision of my project manager, I led the project through to the permit submittal stage. This project was designated to develop a multi-unit residential building compliant with Fair Housing Act guidelines, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all residents.
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
Sulzbacher Affordable Housing
- Example sheets: Stair Plans and Sections
Key responsibilities included:
• Design Refinement: Reviewed and refined architectural plans to ensure compliance with Fair Housing Act requirements, focusing on accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible entrances, common areas, and adaptable living units.
• Coordination and Collaboration: Worked closely with structural engineers, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) consultants, and other stakeholders to integrate necessary modifications into the existing design seamlessly.
• Documentation and Detailing: Prepared detailed construction documents with our design team, including floor plans, elevations, and sections,
ensuring all aspects met regulatory standards.
• Client and Team Communication: Maintained regular communication with the client to provide updates, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments. Coordinated with the project team to resolve design challenges and streamline workflows.
• Permit Preparation: Compiled all necessary documents and drawings for the permit submittal, ensuring accuracy and completeness to facilitate a smooth approval process.
This experience allowed me to enhance my project management skills, deepen my understanding of Fair Housing regulations, and successfully drive a critical phase of the project to completion under the mentorship of my project manager.
Jacksonville University - Lazzara STEAM Bldg Renovation
- Interior Conceptual Design Renderings
I was entrusted with a significant role in the renovation project at Jacksonville University, where I was responsible for the conceptual design, interior design, and construction document phases, under the supervision of my project manager. Additionally, I independently managed most aspects of the construction administration phase.
Key responsibilities included:
• Conceptual Design: Developed the initial design concepts for the renovation with my project manager and principal of the firm, focusing on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing, and modernized spaces that align with the university’s vision. Renderings for these concepts were produced by a previous co-worker.
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
• Interior Design: Spearheaded the interior design efforts, selecting materials, finishes, furniture, and fixtures that enhanced the overall design theme and ensured a cohesive look throughout the renovated areas.
• Construction Documents: Prepared comprehensive construction documents, including detailed drawings, specifications, and schedules, ensuring all elements were clearly defined and met the project requirements.
• Construction Administration: Oversaw the construction phase predominantly on my own, conducting site visits, coordinating with contractors, addressing on-site issues, and ensuring the project adhered to design intent, budget, and timeline.
This project allowed me to refine my design and project management skills, effectively bridging the gap between initial concepts and final execution, while gaining valuable experience in overseeing construction activities.
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
- Interior Conceptual Design Renderings
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
Arc Lodge Village - Group Home
- Assistant Living Facility
The project involved the design and construction of a specialized assisted living facility tailored for individuals with special needs and care requirements. As the project coordinator, I worked under the supervision of our firm’s principal. Our goal was to create a safe, comfortable, and accessible environment that promoted independence and well-being for the residents.
* This rendering was generated by another member of our design team
The facility included features such as:
• Barrier-free design: Wide hallways, ramps, and elevators to accommodate wheelchairs and mobility aids.
• Adaptive rooms: Customizable living spaces equipped with assistive technologies for various disabilities.
• Therapeutic spaces: Areas for physical therapy, sensory rooms, and recreational facilities to enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Security and monitoring: Advanced security systems and nurse call stations to ensure the safety and immediate care of residents.
• Community areas: Common dining rooms, lounges, and activity centers to encourage social interaction and community building.
Throughout the project, I coordinated with architects, contractors, healthcare professionals, and client representatives to ensure that the design met regulatory standards and the specific needs of the residents. My role included overseeing project timelines, managing budgets, and ensuring effective communication among all stakeholders to deliver a facility that truly catered to the needs of its special residents.
Beachwood Apartment Buildings Renovation
- Floor Plan of Existing Building and Proposed Design
Target Audience
• Current Residents: Individuals and families currently residing in the property who will benefit from the improved living conditions and amenities.
• Prospective Tenants: Renters seeking modern, sustainable, and community-oriented living spaces.
• Investors: Stakeholders interested in investing in property upgrades that promise increased value and long-term returns.
• Local Community: Neighborhood residents who will benefit from the improved aesthetics and functionality of the renovated property.
Impact
Our multifamily renovation projects are looking for the chance of breathe new life into existing properties, making them more attractive, efficient, safe, and community-focused. By prioritizing sustainability and modern living standards, we seek to create a positive impact on both the residents and the broader community.
Overview
Both Beachwood and Sable Palms are transformative multifamily renovation projects with the same client that aimed at revitalizing existing residential properties to enhance livability, sustainability, and community engagement. By modernizing outdated structures, we aim to create a vibrant and welcoming environment for current and future residents.
Objectives
• Modernization: Upgrade and renovate existing multifamily units to meet contemporary living standards and aesthetic preferences.
• Sustainability: Implement eco-friendly practices and materials to reduce the environmental footprint and improve energy efficiency.
• Community: Foster a sense of community through thoughtful design and shared amenities that encourage interaction and collaboration.
• Safety and Accessibility: Ensure that all renovations meet the current standards of safety and accessibility for all residents.
Sable Palms Apartment Buildings Renovation
- Floor Plan of Existing Building and Proposed Design
Sable Palms Apartment Buildings Renovation
- Floor Plan of the Community Building’s Proposed Design
In my previous role, I was primarily responsible for overseeing a multifamily renovation project under the guidance of my project manager. This project involved the comprehensive renovation of a 50-unit apartment complex aimed at modernizing the living spaces, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing communal areas.
Key responsibilities included:
• Design and Planning: Collaborated with the design team to develop renovation plans that balanced modern aesthetics with functionality. This included updating floor plans, selecting sustainable materials, and integrating energy-efficient systems.
• Project Coordination: Coordinated with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure that project timelines were met and that work adhered to quality standards.
• Budget Management: Assisted in managing the project budget, ensuring that expenses were within allocated limits while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Site Supervision: Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress, address any on-site issues, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Client Communication: Acted as a liaison between the project team and clients, providing regular updates on progress, addressing concerns, and incorporating feedback into the project plan.
This hands-on experience in managing various aspects of the renovation process, while under the mentorship of my project manager, honed my project management skills and deepened my understanding of multifamily residential design and renovation.
Beachwood Apartment Buildings Renovation
- Photo of Existing Interior View and Renovated Interior View
Existing Kitchen New Kitchen
Existing Living Room/Entrance
Works in School
Water Media Facade
As the population increases, cities expand, and water becomes more scarce, designers are now taking responsibility to create responsive building systems that address water scarcity and promote human participation.
In this team project, conducted with two other students at CASE Office in Industry City, Brooklyn, we analyzed the climate, materials, and biological environment to design a system incorporating blue-green algae. This system aims to:
1. Actively clean and filter collected rainwater for reuse.
2. Utilize air bubbles within the circulating algae to provide a visual stimulus when activating the water system.
3. Serve as a media wall for communication.
System
Action - Response Diagram
The system is programmed to respond to human touch via capacitive sensors located beneath the outer layer of the glass pipes. In “idle mode,” it generates bubbles in the form of words or patterns on media walls. When a user approaches and touches any part of the pipes, it triggers a pump within the system designed to react to human touch, as shown in the diagram on the left. A light and brief touch will activate the pump for 2 seconds, while a longer touch will result in more bubbles being produced.
Hold the Pipe
Continuous Bubbles
Swipe the Pipes
Individual Bubbles Along the Pipes
Touch the Pipe
Individual Bubbles
Approach to the Facade Bubbles create patterns
Bubble Studies
Glass Pipes with Blue-green Algae Permanently runs with algae water in the double layered pipes
Future Usage - Exterior
How does it Work as a Media Screen on Time Square It can work as a replacement of LED advertising screens
If we consider what we see as truth, is it also fact?
“The eye sees no forms. It only sees that which differentiates itself through light and dark or through color.” – Goethe.
To illustrate this theory, my partner and I designed a Performing Arts Centre on Boston University’s campus with a large south-facing area to capture sunlight. Rather than merely constructing a building for artists to perform in, the building itself becomes an art piece through its use of light projection. When sunlight passes through the colored glass facade, it casts different colors onto the floor slabs and walls. These colors interact with each other through filter panels, altering the perceived colors of objects. This interplay of light theoretically changes how objects are perceived by the human eye.
The floor slabs are designed as a single canvas that folds into a glass box. To create a sense of lightness, the slabs are attached to columns behind the glass facade, avoiding the use of mullions on the facade. My partner and I completed the entire project using Revit.
Apartment
When people choose to live in the city, they often sacrifice the natural greenery surrounding their homes. This has led to a debate: should one pursue an organic lifestyle away from the cities or enjoy the convenience of urban public services? Why not have both?
In a collaborative project with a classmate, we addressed this dilemma by designing an “Organic Building” concept. We started by mapping the landscape footprint and identifying grid lines parallel to River Street, which fronts the building. The building features indoor farming areas where residents can grow their own vegetables or plants in designated beds within these grids. Major openings connect the kitchens and dining areas of each unit, encouraging residents to share their produce or meals in the “small garden” spaces in front of each unit.
Additionally, the building includes a large communal planting area that supplies vegetables for the culinary studio and bistro within the building, fostering a connection with the Farmers’ Market held in front of the building.
We designed this building using 20’ x 20’ modules, which are combined to create different units, as shown on the right. From the outside, the glass facade appears as stacked blocks, obscuring the boundaries of individual apartment units and providing residents with enhanced privacy despite the transparent exterior. The southern part of the building features a large farming area with varying ceiling heights to maximize daylight exposure for plants while reducing glare in the residential units.
The primary function of this building is to provide housing for RPI students, but it also includes units for young professionals who work locally and have not yet started families. Separate entrances, elevator cores, and fire escapes at different ends of the building ensure clear distinctions between these two groups.
Original Art Piece
Mapped Model
Baked Mapping by Rhino
This project involves designing a new museum of modern art located near Dia Beacon. The building’s design is inspired by a famous painting, transforming it into an architectural model to convey our interpretation of the artwork.
My model is based on Shannon Finley’s “Terror Field.” Below is a section of the model, incorporating the site’s mapping with the modified painting. I utilized the painting’s color and geometry combinations to construct this model. On the right is an exploded view of the building’s five levels, with colored areas defining different programs and zones within the museum.
5th Floor Plan
4th Floor Plan
3rd Floor Plan
2ndFloor Plan
1st Floor Plan
Interior Design Capstone Project
- Tower Teppanyaki Restaurant & Bar
Teppanyaki is a Japanese style of cooking where the chef prepares meals on a griddle right in front of customers, serving them directly from the cooking station to their table. To support this interactive dining experience, the table and cooking station are designed in a round shape, encouraging guests to observe each other’s orders and easily engage in conversation with their neighbors. The “tree” shaped structure embodies the concept of “gathering”—just as branches come together to form a trunk, bringing nutrients that help the tree grow stronger and taller, the branches symbolize people coming together to communicate, thereby strengthening their relationships.
RENDER FLOOR PLAN
The “Tower” is constructed in three parts:
1) Teppanyaki cooking stations attached to the counter-top,
2) an outside seating area with a central fire stage and water cascading over the logo, and 3) an octagonal bar. This design offers three distinct experiences, encouraging communication among patrons.
The “tree” branches serve as trusses for the roof, with the main structural columns concealed within the “trees,” as shown in the section below. The back of the house is located behind a wooden “curtain” that is partially visible from the front, creating a fading visual effect for those looking in from the front.
The main entrance is an octagonal space at the center of the building. The octagon symbolizes the transformation of a circle into a rectangle, linking the circular tables with the rectangular space on the other side of the restaurant. This shape also aligns with the angled cut of the original main entrance, facilitating an easy transition for patrons to different functional zones. Guests can choose different zones for varied experiences.
SECTION 1
SECTION 2
ELEVATION 1
Commercial Design - Scandinavia House (Gift shop)
This project was sponsored by a Scandinavian art gallery seeking a design for their gift shop/café. In researching Scandinavian design, we found that it typically features simplicity, neutral colors, and natural materials. To add an interesting twist, I designed all the furniture pieces in triangular shapes, allowing them to be arranged in various configurations like toy bricks.
The wall gaps conceal hidden lights: lines above eye level illuminate the ceiling, while those below eye level light the floor.
As shown in the images, all the furniture pieces are designed to be individual units. Customers can arrange them in any configuration they desire. This design adds a playful element for store visitors and also allows the owner to easily change the layout for different seasons or themes.
