Paresh Patel Portfolio

Portfolio

Paresh Patel

Selected work 2018-24

Paresh Patel MS Architectural Technologies, B.Arch An accomplished candidate with a strong foundation in Architectural Technologies, proficient in computational design and skilled at navigating the intersection of design aesthetics and technical complexities. Passionate about sustainability, I am dedicated to creating innovative architectural solutions that elevate living standards and push the boundaries of conventional design.

Contact 213-868-7302 Phone Patel.Paresh.id@gmail.com Email Address 300S, One Santa Fe, Los Angeles, CA 485, One Santa Fe Apartment archi_digital_rendering

Education 2023-2024

SCI-Arc

Southern California Institute of Architecture, Los Angeles Master Science in Architectural Technologies

2018-2023

SAL

Sal School Of Architecture, Ahmedabad, India Bachelor of Architecture

2014-2018

SHS

Swastik Higher Secondary School Physics Chemistry Maths

Work Experience June 21- Nov 21

andblack design studio, Ahmedabad, India Architectural Intern

December 21

Blind People’s Association Architect (in collabration)

February 21

DRDA (Commissionerate of Rural Dvelopment India)

Surveying and designing Architect March 20

Computational Design Workshop Grasshopper Workshop Mentor

December 18

Bamboo Workshop

Tools and Skills Tools

Skills

Rhino

Houdini

Twinmotion

Grasshopper

Comfy UI

Adobe CreativeCloud

Revit

Unreal Engine

Touch Designer

AutoCad

Zbrush

Blender

3D modelling

Programming

Rapid Prototyping

Project Documentation

User Research

Digital Art

Computational Design

Rendering

Concept Art

Artificial intelligence

Problem solving

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Designing and Construction

Workshops and Competition January 24

Machine Learning Workshop (Unity)

Machine Learning with Unity Augest 20

Archmello Competition

Student Housing June 20

Volume Zero Competition

Tiny House November 19

Nagaur Fort Conservation

Adaptive Reuse Workshop

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Content

Temporal Architecture

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VERDANT CRAG HOMES

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CERA LUNG

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GHATAM

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BAMBOO PAVILION

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CERAMET ASCEND

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YOUTH CENTER

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01 TEMPORAL ARCHITECTURE Studio, Summer 2024 Instructor: Micheal Casey Rehm, Case Miller, Ellie Joteva Biodegradable Column

Temporal

Architecture

biodegradable

sawdust

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ceramic

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structures. This approach leverages advanced generative

AI and robotic 3D printing to produce ceramic components that are infilled with a biopolymer blend of recycled sawdust. The use of this biodegradable material introduces

an element of temporal change, as the sawdust degrades over time, allowing for periodic redesign and renewal.

This process not only emphasizes sustainability but also pushes the boundaries of traditional architecture by incorporating cutting-edge technology. The resulting

structures are adaptable, environmentally conscious, and a testament to the innovative potential of merging AIdriven design with sustainable materials.

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Generative form

Chemferi

A generative Grasshopper script was employed to create the forms, serving a applied to prepare the design for the ceramic fabrication process, and a struc

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ing form

Temporal Architecture

Ceramic Component

Generate Skeleton

as the core of the form-finding process. Following this, form chamfering was ctural skeleton was subsequently generated to support the overall design

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The IP Adapter was employed to transfer styles for the column, drawing inspiration from artworks curated by Amber Cowan. Techniques such as UV unwrapping and ambient occlusion were utilized to generate surface displacements, ensuring precise fitting of the sawdust components.

Subsequently, the meshes were segmented according to the ceramic pieces, enabling the sawdust parts to seamlessly integrate with the ceramic elements.

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Temporal Architecture

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Ceramic Component

Preparing Clay

Temporal Architecture

Tools

The ceramic components were generated through a Grasshopper generative script, serving as the compressive elements of the columns. These parts were printed using an ABB robot for precision and consistency. After printing, the ceramic pieces underwent a kiln firing process to enhance their structural integrity and finish, blending advanced robotic technology with traditional ceramic processing.

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Sawdust Component

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Sawdust Component

Preparing Biopolymer

Temporal Architecture

Sawdust printing

The sawdust component was sourced from waste material provided by Angel Lumber City Shop and was then ground and sieved to convert it into a fine powder, ensuring consistency for processing. A biopolymer was used to bind the sawdust particles, creating a smooth and printable material suitable for 3D printing. This approach not only repurposes waste but also enables precise fabrication, aligning with the project’s commitment to sustainability and innovative material use.

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Temporal Architecture

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02 VERDANT CRAG HOMES Studio, FaLL 2023 Instructor: Micheal Casey Rehm, Case Miller, Ellie Joteva Mixed use Apartment Building

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groundbreaking design that seamlessly integrates the

rugged texture of California’s rock formations with modern

architectural aesthetics. The facade, adorned with algae pipes, not only enhances the building’s sustainability but

also adds a unique green element to its appearance. By

using algae to clean the air pollution of Los Angeles, this innovative blend of natural inspiration and eco-friendly

technology showcases a forward-thinking approach to urban living

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An innovative fusion of California’s rugged rock textures and sustainable design, this algae-integrated facade harne

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Verdant Crag Homes

esses the power of nature to purify urban air, embodying the harmony between architecture and the environment.

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First Floor Plan

Second Floor Plan

Third Floor Plan

Fourth Floor Plan

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Artificial intelligence was employed to generate the floor plans by preparing a comprehensive dataset and training a LORA model, resulting in efficient and innovative layouts tailored to modern living standards.

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Verdant Crag Homes

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A detailed cut-out of the building reveals the intricate integration of algae-filled pipes within the rugged, rock-like facade

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Verdant Crag Homes

Atrium Space

Interior Space

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03 CERA LUNG Robots Ceramic Algae, Spring 2024 Instructor: Herwig Baumgartner Team mate: group of 6 people

The rapid rate of increase in atmospheric carbon over

the past few decades has forced cities into a global air quality crisis. CERALUNG represents a forward-thinking model that interfaces architectural innovation and public

health to redefine the urban fabric as forums for radical cleansing and growth. This project integrates the rapid

carbon capture attributes of microalgae with the durability and aesthetics of ceramics, redefined through advanced digital fabrication techniques.

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Nineteen meticulously printed ceramic pieces, created using a precision robot, were seamlessly bonded with epoxy resin, encasing a central tube that houses a vibrant algae culture.

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The ceramic pieces were printed using robotic technology, with textures meticulously selected through extensive AI-driven image iteration, ensuring precise and refined design aesthetics.

Component Glazing

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Ceralung ABB Robot Printing

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Ceralung

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04 G H A T A M and black design Studio Internship 2021 Computational Design team: Paresh Patel, Rundrapal Singh, Jwalant Mahadevwala

Ghatam is a Sanskrit word that means ‘a pot’. A pot that

can hold anything within it. Essentially clay pots were traditionally used to hold food grains and water. This entire

idea was inspired to be thought of Ghatam as a nurturer, as a safe and warm place for what’s inside it. Something very

similar to a mothers womb. Through this art work we have tried to interpret the beauty of a mothers womb with that of a Ghatam. This artwork embodies in it the essence of a womb, which so wonderfully holds a breathing soul within

in. This relationship of a womb with life inside it or a ghatam with food inside it represents the continuous growth of life.

It is our attempt to celebrate this cycle of life within life, something that breathes and grows continuously.

Ghataam is made up entirely of bronze and is textured

with patina on the surface.It approximately measures 1.5 m

dia. It consists of solid geometry which furthers divides into rhombus strips that are welded together.

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and black design Studio Computational DesignTeam

Ghatam

Metal ring

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Ghatam part A

Ghatam part B

Wooden Members

Wooden Sheet

Metal Ring

Metal Ring

Exploded View

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Ghatam Part A

Ghatam Part B

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Ghatam

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Ghatam

Metal skeleton was initially constructed to provide the necessary framework for the structure. Bronze strips were welded onto the skeleton, ensuring precise alignment and stability. Once the bronze strips were securely in place, the skeleton was carefully removed. To enhance the aesthetic appeal, an oxidation process was applied to the bronze surface, resulting in a rich patina texture. This technique not only added visual depth but also highlighted the intricate craftsmanship of the installation.

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05 B A M B O O P A V I L I O N Bamboo Workshop Location: Ahmedabad, India Instructor: Vicky Anchnani, Priyanka Thakur

The pavillion was designed and executed as a part of

56 day collaborative workshop. Design was developed considering the need for a public gathering space where we analysed various user interactions taking place in my

college campus. Walls, flooring, spanning, structural and bearing systems are all indigenously calibrated, composed

and conceived using various forms and species of

Bamboo. Worn-out bricks are employed and reimagined to arrive at playful plinths and steps thereby negotiating

the existing terrain and to create a set of volumes that

offer multiplicities towards its usage, allowing intersection of various activities.

The pavilion is an exploratory ground to carry on various

possible human interactions. It is a platform to understand bamboo as a material and the ways in which can be employed in building architecture through details

and fabrication of components coming together in an assembly.

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Plinth

PCC

RCC Footing

RCC Pedestal

Metal Fabrication

Column

Primary Beam

Secondary Beam

Staircase

Flooring

Railing

Truss

Purlin

Gutter

Rafter

Roof

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Bamboo Pavilion

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Bamboo Pavilion

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06 CERAMET ASCEND RobotIc Aristry, Fall 2023 Instructor: Soomeen Hahm Team mate: Madhuri, Ryan M.c Bride

Ceramet Steps is an innovative architectural installation that seamlessly blends the elegance of ceramics with the

structural integrity of metal. Using slipcasting techniques, intricate and precise ceramic components are crafted and designed with a generative script in Grasshopper using the

Wasp plugin, ensuring high customization and complexity.

Augmented Reality (AR) technology, facilitated by the Fologram plugin in Grasshopper, enables accurate bending and shaping of metal rods to integrate seamlessly with the

ceramics. The project also employs robotic technology to paint the ceramic surfaces, adding intricate patterns

and colors. This combination of traditional slipcasting and advanced digital fabrication methods exemplifies the

innovative potential of contemporary architectural design.

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CNC Miling

Slip Casting

Firing Process in Kiln

The fabrication process for the ceramic components began with the design phase, where I created detailed models using a generative script in Grasshopper, specifically employing the Wasp plugin to aggregate the designs. For the actual fabrication, we employed slip casting, which necessitated the creation of precise formwork. This formwork was crafted using CNC milling to ensure accuracy and consistency. Once the formwork was ready, the slip casting process was initiated to produce the ceramic pieces. After casting, the components were glazed using an ABB robot, which provided uniform and high-quality glazing. The glazed pieces were then meticulously painted to achieve the desired aesthetic. Finally, the painted ceramics were fired in a kiln to achieve the necessary hardness and durability, resulting in well-crafted and visually appealing components.

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The fabrication of the metal and ceramic steps involved using 6mm diameter metal rods, which were precisely bent with the assistance of HoloLens for augmented reality guidance.

The rods were then meticulously welded to ensure strong, durable joints. Following the metalwork, ceramic components were integrated into the structure, and the final assembly was inspected for quality and alignment, resulting in a robust and visually appealing product.

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07 Y O U T H C E N T E R Institutional Studio, Fall 2020 Location: Ahmedbad, India Instructor: Niranjan Khopkar

A Youth Center in Ahmedabad with an idea to inculcate

leadership building, civic sense, and civic responsibilities through group activities, training, appreciation of art, importance of environmental concerns, etc.

The site is Located near the S.G. Highway.Due to the large green cover present on the site, The site tends to breathe

so the basic idea was to make youth center with Local and sustaiable material.Due to undulations and the trees pres-

ent on the site, the form of the youth center has came out from the topography of the site. site is basically divided into

three parts and all the parts are connected by the pavement so the visitors can connect with the different campuses and can also interact with the Nature.

The main Idea was to create catalan vault and peoviding alll the activities underneath. It is also inspired from nature and

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with the ground that represents cycle of life and death.

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My interpretation of youth centre resonates to unity and one of the concepts was to bring everyone together under one roof.

Here Catalan Vault has been used as a design solution as it represnts the contemporiness of youth at the same is a sustainable option given that this region has abundance of brick.

Vault 2

Vault 3

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Vault1

1. Security Cabin 2. Four Wheeler Parking 3. Two Wheeler Parking 4. Entry 5. Reception & Lounge Area

6. Seminar Room 7. Art and Craft Workshop 8. Exhibition Area 9. Management Area 10. Gathering Space

11. Auditorium 12. Recreational space 13. Amphi Theatre 14. Cafet Area 15. Washroom

16. Class Rooms 17. Store Room 18. Library 19. Indoor Games 20. Gym

21. Shower Area 22. Outdoor Gmaes Area

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Multifunctional Vault

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Recreational Space

Youth Center

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Multifunctional Vault

Amphitheatre Area

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08 ARCHI DIGITAL RENDERING In November 2018, when I was halfway through my first

year of architecture school, Archi Digital Rendering was established. My desire to learn more about conceptual art

compelled me to join this large community by engaging in

everyday explorations. These computational investigations gave my fantasies a visual and experiential existence. In

the hustle and bustle of daily life, this is almost therapeutic.

One day at a time, building my own small world. archi_digital_rendering

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Paresh

Patel

patel.paresh.id@gmail.com +1-213-868-7302