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CENTER FOR NEIGHBORHOOD RESILIENCE
from PORTFOLIO
by Oscar Cruz
The Center for Neighborhood Resilience is a unique project designed to promote community resilience and sustainability. Located in the Frank Tejada Park in San Antonio, TX, the center comprises four separate buildings, dedicated to different programs. The programs include an aquaponics center, public space, and support spaces, all of which are interconnected by a central gathering area or courtyard.
One of the standout features of the Center for Neighborhood Resilience is its sloped roofs, which are designed to be accessible to visitors. This allows people to walk on top of the roofs and enjoy the views from above. The buildings are also designed to be energy-efficient, with sustainable features integrated into the design.
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The aquaponics center is an important part of the project, as it provides a sustainable source of fresh produce for the community. A communal garden was also incorporated for the community. The public space is designed for events, workshops, and community gatherings, while the support spaces provide amenities such as restrooms and storage.
Overall, the Center for Neighborhood Resilience is an innovative project that aims to promote sustainability and community resilience in San Antonio. With its unique design and range of programs, it is sure to become a hub for the community and a model for sustainable design.
AQUAPONICS/GREENHOUSE
PUBLIC COMMUNITY CENTER
SUPPORT SPACES



NORTH WEST ELEVATION
1/16”= 1’
NORTH EAST ELEVATION 1/16”= 1’


SOUTH EAST ELEVATION
1/16”= 1’
Covered Exterior Space


Courtyard Perspective



Axon Perspective
Building System And Environmental Diagram
1 SHADING DEVICE
2 NATURAL LIGHTING
3 REUSABLE RAINWATER
4 GREEN ROOF
5 AIR CIRCULATION
6 HIGH PERFORMING GLASS
1 SHADING LOUVERS
2 NATURAL LIGHTING
3 REUSABLE RAINWATER
4 GREEN ROOF
5 AIR CIRCULATION
6 HIGH PERFORMING GLASS
1 FEED FISH
2 PUMP WASTE WATER
3 BENEFICIAL BACTERIA FOR PLANTS
4 PLANTS REMOVE NITRATES FROM WATER
5 CLEAN WATER IS DRAINED
6 CLEAN WATER RETURNS TO FISH TANK