Master of Architecture - Segment II

PORTFOLIO SEGMENT TWO

rossmckinnon

ROSS MCKINNON MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA ross.mckinnon@the-bac.edu 1(403)700-4370 Date of Submission: 12.15.2020

WO RK EMBARC STUDIO Designer - Boston, MA

E D UCATI O N 2020 - Present

BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE Master of Architecture

2018 - Present

+ 76 Ashford Street (Boston, MA) - Helped

+ The Master of Architecture is a first professional

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+ Member of the American Institute of America

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evolve the Conceptual Design and presentation packages for a 16 story residential tower in Allston, MA. 1558 Tremont Street (Boston, MA) - Organized the Unit Matrix to follow both Market and Compact Housing Models, while moving forward with conceptual design.

8 Delanson Circle (Wellesly, MA) Collaborated with the Landscape and Civil teams to develop directions for a complex site.

STANTEC ARCHITECTURE LTD. Architectural Designer - Boston, MA

2018 - 2020

+ Abiomed (Danvers, MA) - Worked through + + +

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Contract Administration throughout various phases over the course of a year.

104 Canal (Boston, MA) - Assisted with the production of the final CD Set of a intricate brick boutique hotel in Boston’s West End Dot Block (Boston, MA) - Design Development and Construction Documents of a four-building development in Dorchester, Massachusetts.

The BEAT (Boston, MA) - Responded to RFI’s and reviewed shop drawings during the CA phase of the re-purposing of the former Boston Globe headquarters.

Built multiple models in preparation for Client Meetings.

P R O F I C I E N C Y : Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), SketchUp, Bluebeam, Lasercutter.

degree accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) that prepares students to earn licensure in as little as 2 years.

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Students (AIAS) - BAC Chapter Cumulative GPA - 3.84

U N I V E R S I T Y O F C A L G A R Y 2012-2017 Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies + Interdisciplinary program designed to provide an integrated understanding of the social, political, economic, environmental and cultural processes that shape urban life. + Member of the University of Calgary Men’s Baseball Team (2012-2017)

REFLECTIVE INTRODUCTION

It has been close to two years since my last portfolio submission. Over those two years, I’ve had countless sleepless nights, dozens of coffee-fueled design crits, and a handful of self-treated injuries from late night model making adventures (all of this on top of the global pandemic we are all experiencing).

I’m not typically a supporter of the ‘rite-of-passage’ mentality, however in this case I couldn’t be happier I’ve been able to experience what I have at the Boston Architectural College.

The growth I’ve been able to experience over the last two years only has me more excited to continue along this path. This portfolio is a sample of both my academic and professional growth that I would have never known myself capable had it not been for the City of Boston. Beginning with Studio II, I was able to push forward a design in a city I was finally beginning to feel like a resident of and not a visitor. Studio III & IV pushed me even more to begin solving global and sociological problems through the City of Boston.

My goal as an architect is to continue to challenge myself by seeing my work through the everchanging lens of humanity and sociology. This portfolio begins to address this intent through a combination of studio work, and additional coursework.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Calumet Street Cider House

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Cambridge Community Recreation Center

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District Wharf Food Hall & Transportation Hub Building Systems

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ARCHITECTURE STUDIO II: CALUMET STREET CIDER HOUSE INSTRUCTORS BILL BOXX • FALL 2019

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Tucked into a small urban hillside in Mission Hill, Boston, the design of the Cider House draws a close parallel between the topography of the land and the gravitational process of cider making taking place inside. Through using organic materials like stone, concrete, timber and rusted steel, the design is intended to simplify the transition from the urban context of the site with the natural processes of cider making. A very intentional programming process allows for each space to stimulate their key characteristics and share them with not only the users but also the passers-by.

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Site

Configuration

1. Basic program applied into a conceptual mass, shaped by the property line.

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3. Deck structure is shaped allowing for seamless circulation for users at all points of the site. Key element of the Cider Production Facility retains its original shape to provide wayfinding for visitors.

2. Massing is shaped to match the natural topography of the existing site, giving the structure a more personal relationship with pedestrians at both the entrance and sidewalk.

4. Once occupied, the project allows for many modes of circulation all funneling through the central artery.

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Tectonics

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Used as a private retreat for community members, this space’s function is as versatile and adaptable as it’s design. Located in the back corner of the site, this space is intended to be a soft transition from the natural to built environment. The floating ceiling creates a built canopy, working along side the natural canopy of trees.

The perforated metal wall system wraps around the entire streetside façade of the project. An extremely versatile material, this system is intended to function as a light diffuser towards the production center and tap room, as well as serve an aesthetic purpose by appearing as a “glowing lantern” at night and enticing the public to peer into the space.

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An elevated position above the fermentation tanks allows for a unique perspective into the intricate process of cider making. The slope of the roof structure allows for unique clerestory windows, increasing natural daylight intake into the production areas, as well as opening up views of the surrounding area.

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ARCHITECTURE STUDIO III: DISTRICT WHARF - FOOD HALL & TRANSPORTATION HUB INSTRUCTORS TYLER HINCKLEY & ROB ADAMS • SPRING 2020 Team:

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Almira

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District Wharf is a reflection of the energy and vision inspired from within Boston’s Seaport District. In an increasingly dense neighborhood, District Wharf strives to maintain a balance of natural and build infrastructure, in a rapidly expanding part of the city. By creating a combination of an extended landscape and biophilic facade, the public is given a building that uses the landscape to both protect the invaluable remaining green space while also giving a unique opportunity with an intimate connection with the daily tides.

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Our site contains several key features which must remain undisturbed the design process - most prominently the continuation of the Harbor extension of Fan Pier’s Green Alley.

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has flourished in their opportunity to connect Seaport it is District Wharf that will cut through the Seaport natural vibrancy of Fan Pier park deeper into the community.

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The adaptable landscape is designed to give people a closer relationship with water, regardless of the level of tide or weather event. Although during storm surges water taxi’s will likely be non-operational, the intent is to still provide the public with a harbor walk that can be safely accessed and used.

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Although high water levels will slow down water transportation, the public food hall will still be celebrated by Seaport residents and the Boston Public, as a resilient building and refuge for exchange, conversation, and public life.

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ARCHITECTURE STUDIO IV: CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER INSTRUCTOR MICHAEL FERRARA • FALL 2020

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Studio IV challenged us to progress from conceptual design to producing a true and realistic structure by identifying zoning and code constraints, construction and assembly types appropriate for the building proposal.

A large emphasis placed on structural and mechanical systems selection, as well as material construction.

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Analysis

One of the critical site constraints was its visual access from nearby neighborhoods. The Project Site was largely blocked by an array of trees.

Due to the visual constraint, what would become of the ‘void’ space created?

120’-0” 110’-0” 100’-0” 90’-0” 80’-0” 70’-0” 60’-0”

My solution: Build Tall

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MAGAZINE BEACH CHARLES RIVER

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Program

Stacked

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SOCIAL

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SOCIAL HUB OUT

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Level Roof 113’-3” Level 8 98’-3” Level 7 83’-3” Level 6 73’-3” Level 5 63’-3”

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Statement

WHEN A TREE GROWS A NEW BRANCH, IT IS TAKING AN OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE MORE LIFE THROUGH AN EXTENSION OF ITSELF. THE CAMBRIDGE RECREATION CENTER IS FOLLOWING THIS MECHANISM BY BRANCHING OUT ITS LIMBS TO CREATE SMALL POCKETS OF LIFE SUSPENDED IN THE AIR. IN THESE MOMENTS, THE ARCHITECTURE INTENDS TO FRAME VIEWS, OFFER MOMENTS OF RELIEF, AND CREATE A WARM ENVIRONMENT FOR THE USER. ACTING AS A BEACON FROM THE EXTERIOR, THE INTERIOR ACTS AS A HIDEAWAY FROM THE EVERYDAY STRESSES OF LIFE.

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Structure The building is constructed of a simple steel & concrete structure. This allowed for the most freedom when making decisions on the form and flow of the structure. Thanks in large to the small footprint of the building, a fairly small amount of columns are actually carried all the way to the roof level.

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Building

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Mechanical

With a 2000 square foot mechanical room in the basement, we were able to host two (2) boilers, two (2) chillers, water pumps, and adequate equipment to support heating and cooling distribution throughout the building.

Source: The Architect Studio’s Companion, 5th Edition Allen and Iano: page 180181, 185

Source: The Architect Studio’s Companion, 5th Edition Allen and Iano: page 168-169

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Basis of design - Single Duct, Variable Air Volume System (left)

Mechanical Due to the relatively small footprint of the building, a simple network of ductwork will provide ample heating and cooling all throughout the building.

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WATER CHILLER WITH CONDENSATION TANK

1075L WATER TANK

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The main entrance features two green roofs, which will also act as water catchment gardens.

This trend of “small-scale� green roofs is continued throughout the rest of the project.

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Grass w/ overflow capacities Modified Soil (filter)

Transition Layer coarse sand and gravel) Collection Pipe

To Water Storage Tank located in Mechanical Room in Basement

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will offer tremendous natural light facing dueintegration of interior and exterior activities.

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BUILDING SYSTEMS INSTRUCTOR JOHN PILLING • T.A. JOHN MAZZOCCHI • FALL 2020

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We e k 1 2 - I n C l a s s A s s i g n m e n t

ROOF DETAIL

Building Envelope -

I c e , Wa te r , Va p o r B a r r i e r

Copper Cap Flashing

Copper Cap Flashing

Lap and Seal Roof Flashing onto Water/Air Barrier Rainscreen Ventilated Airspace Continuous Rigid Insulation Water/Air Barrier

Sheathing EPDM Tapered Rigid Insulation Sheathing

Lap and Seal Roof Flashing onto Water/Air Barrier

Insulation Support

Interior Finish

Insect Screen

Rainscreen

Continuous Caulk with Backer Rod

Continuous Sealant with Backer Rod Copper Flashing

Water/Air Barrier

Ventilated Airspace Continuous Rigid Insulation Water/Air Barrier

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Official Course Desription: The concept of “Good Building” in the Western tradition began with the Roman architect and author Vitruvius.

Its evolution to the present day requires students and practitioners of architecture to consider not only its ‘conditions’ (whose interpretation the instructor has borrowed from theorist Steve Mouzon): “Useful (adaptable / frugal), Durable and Lovable but the systems needed to be designed for it: Safety, Site, Services, Skin, Structure, and Sustainability.

Sheathing

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EPDM Tapered Rigid Insulation

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Sheathing

Insulation Support

Interior Finish Copper Cap Flashing Lap and Seal Roof Flashing onto Water/Air Barrier Rainscreen Ventilated Airspace Continuous Rigid Insulation Water/Air Barrier

Sheathing EPDM Tapered Rigid Insulation Sheathing

Insulation Support

Interior Finish

Insect Screen

Continuous Caulk with Backer Rod

Continuous Sealant with Backer Rod Copper Flashing

Water/Air Barrier

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Continuous Sealant with Backer Rod

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Copper Flashing

Continuous Sealant with Backer Rod Copper Flashing

Continuous Sub-Grade Insulation Water Barrier Cover Board

Concrete Foundation Wall Filter Fabric Foundation Drainage

Sub-Grade Drainage Mat Capillary Break Foundation Drainage Concrete Foot with Rebar Dense Graded Agregate

The detail reveals the careful location of the air/water barrier in the wall and roof systems. Note: there is NO true vapor barrier employed in the wall so the system can dry in either direction as required by changing weather conditions.

Continuous Sub-Grade Insulation Water Barrier Cover Board

Concrete Foundation Wall Filter Fabric Foundation Drainage

Sub-Grade Drainage Mat Capillary Break Foundation Drainage Concrete Foot with Rebar Dense Graded Agregate

“Room 4” Nicholas Zartarian

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Insect Screen

Continuous Caulk with Backer Rod

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ENETRATION Light

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Building Envelope - Daylighting

Building Envelope - Daylighting

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most of the space. Supplemental lighting required for portion of room not near the window.

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Continuous Sub-Grade Insulation

Window provides sufficient amount of daylighting for most of the space.

Supplemental lighting required for portion of room not near the window Assuming the room is 20’ x 40’ (800 square feet), the window area required is approximately 200 square feet, making it about 28.5 feet long.

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the space. Supplemental lighting will be required.

Window provides sufficient amount of daylighting for areas close to the windows. Supplemental lighting required for inner portion of the space.

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2. Window provides sufficient amount of daylighting for the space. Assuming the room is 10’ x 15’ (150 square feet), the window area required is approximately 40 square feet, making it about 9 feet long.

3. Window provides some amount of daylighting high in the space. Assuming the room is 15’ x 20’ (300 square feet), the window area required is approximately 70 square feet, requiring that this narrow clerestory window be 23 feet long, longer than the room itself. If a clerestory is required by other circumstances, supplemental light will be required.

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*Image obtained through Climate Consultant 6.0 Software

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Code

Analysis

Our parcel on Magazine Beach has been designated as either a C-2 or C-3, which opens up the conversation to a world of possibilities.

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