Georgia Institute of Technology | August 2021 - December 2024
Architecture Student | Atlanta, Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Minor in Sustainable Cities
Dean’s List & Faculty Honors
EXPERIENCE
Bianchi Architecture | August 2024 - Present
Architecture Intern | Atlanta, Georgia
• Assisted in 3D modeled a variety of commercial and residential developments in REVIT to streamline the production of structural drawings and renders
• Produced construction documents to provide clear and detailed working drawings in submitted pricing sets
• Researched and proposed architectural products to implement in the design process
ATL Tamasha Dance Competition | May 2024 - November 2024
Co-Registration Chair | Atlanta, Georgia
• Recruited 300+ dancers and successfully managed 15 competing teams to ensure a smooth and enjoyable show reaching an audience of over 10,000 people
• Streamlined communication with event staff, dance teams, and judges to ensure the understanding of competition exceptions, regulate deadlines, and resolve conflicts
VSWC Architects | June 2023 - August 2023
Architecture Intern | Mason, Ohio
• Rendered various education, community, and recreation buildings in REVIT/Enscape to provide clear graphics for client presentations
• Assisted in creating construction documents, edited redlined construction drawings in Bluebeam, and gained field experience through site visits
Equity in Architecture Organization | May 2023 - May 2024
Treasurer | Atlanta, Georgia
• Managed and raised funds for various educational/social events, activities, & forums to accommodate 100+ students by collaborating with the College of Design and GT
Georgia Tech School of Architecture | January 2022 - Present
Undergraduate Ambassador | Atlanta, Georgia
• Connected with prospective and admitted students to spark interest for Georgia Tech’s Architecture program, highlight potential opportunities, and address relevant questions
AWARDS
Niles Bolton Prize Studio | January 2024 - April 2024
1st Place Most Exemplary Project | Atlanta, Georgia
• Awarded 1st place out of 21 teams for multi-family housing complex proposal that best exemplified completeness, technical competency, originality of design ideas, & ranges of issues and concerns addressed by Niles Bolton Associates.
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mudfire renovation
studio VIII: may 2024 - july 2024
Located in 20 minutes outside Atlanta, Georgia, MudFire Studio is a pottery hub for all. From teaching first time students to supporting budding artists’ businesses, MudFire aims to provide an inclusive and encouraging space for everyone. Tasked with renovating the overflowing studio to accomodate the needs and wants of the MudFire’s future, an expanded makerspace, storage areas, social spaces, and overall flexible studio to adjust to seasonal events and growing needs were requested.
A new building extension was added to the left of the orginal building to accomodate a larger, more intentional gallery area, pottery store, and small business makers space. The connection between the two forms was framed by a bridge on the 2nd story that leads to a rooftop patio above the original form. Below sits a large outdoor patio and entryway to act as a social hub for members and a welcoming opening to the doors of MudFire.
Inspired by freeform, abstract studies to propose a general hierarchy of spaces, pictured in the map on the right. Similar to how MudFire promotes creativity, messiness, and thinking outside of the box, the organization of spaces has a scattered layout to encourage collaboration and mixing of groups.
ground floor
1/32” = 1’-0”
second floor
1/32” = 1’-0”
gallery wall detail
feature wall detail
printed clay bricks made in collaboration with aubrey lassetter
02
concord apartments
studio VI: january 2024 - april 2024
partner: crystal le
[fully collaborative design + production process]
Funded by Niles Bolton Associates, this studio was tasked with designing a multi-family housing complex for and young adults and students of Howard University. An emphasis on community, connection, and socialization were placed at the forefront. Activities and spaces that are aligned with the lifestyles of young adults were strategically placed throughout the site in aims to encourage relationships.
Concord Apartments hugs opposite sides of the site to activate the corners and frame outdoor social spaces. A small business market, playground, green spaces, and several seating areas populate the complex, providing a welcoming space for the community to gather. Easy access to retail stores, restuarants, and activities line the outdoor areas to further promote a seamless experience for community members and tenants.
Regarding the architectural form of the building, the shifting and cutting of each floor plate is grounded by several skylights throughout the floors. “knots” formed by the arrangement of apartments around an atrium creates smaller clusters of communities among the larger apartment community. Connection across the atrium, and between floors of the atrium, further promote a collectivist community. A double-height bridge acts as an event space that is seamlessly integrated into the building and provides a break in the form.
3D model (made by author)
Site
Pleasant Plains
Howard University
2200 8th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
Building Type
Mid-rise multifamily
7 stories
Additional Programs
rooftop bar and pool - 9000 sq ft
culinary school - 1600 sq ft
cafe - 2800 sq ft
zero waste grocery store - 900 sq ft
restaurant - 2600 sq ft
exercise studio - 2500 sq ft
rock climbing gym - 1300 sq ft
pottery studio - 1800 sq ft
flower shop - 900 sq ft
bookstore - 2000 sq ft
shared community space - 2750 sq ft
Exterior Programs
lounge seating - 1500 sq ft
garden - 3500 sq ft
playground - 8000 sq ft
food truck/drop off lot - 4000 sq ft
weekly community market - 6000 sq ft
Parking
Subterranean + adjacent lot
event space (made by author)
* standard apartment units displayed (made by author)
example floor plan (made collaboratively)
ground floor plan (made by crystal le)
studio apt 1 bed apt
bed apt
bed apt w/ balcony
section view of atrium
example floor plan (made by crystal le)
front entry view render (made by author)
03 the interlace
studio VI: august 2024 - december 2024
partners: analia gonzales + ella baker
[fully collaborative design + production process]
Tasked with designing a community center for the Penn Center at St. Helena Island, South Carolina, a focus on functionality, adaptability, sustainability, and inclusivity were emphasized. The Penn Center, now a UNESCO world heritage site, was originally the first school in the south for former slaves. The history and culture embodied on the site, was transformed into a form that is applicable to today’s local communities and their needs.
Interlace represents an intersection of old and new architectural typologies, timber applications, and generations at the Penn Center. The intersection of the two pens marks a space bound to hold activities representative of the Penn Center’s lasting cultural and architectural resiliency. The weaving of historical traditions, values, and stories with the current strides being made are essential to commemerating the victories of the past in future endeavors.
Creating spaces of importance for the community to use included incorporating truly flexible spaces that can accomodate a variety of events and programs. A historical preservation workshop, community kitchen, cafe, tech literacy classroom, gallery, and administrative area are just a few crucial spaces that would serve the people of St. Helena. Inspired by the dogtrot typology common in the South, a large breezeway connects the two pens and frames the beautiful landscape as guests enter the center. Finally, a spacious front porch lines the South side of the building to provide ample seating and views of the outdoors.
front entry view (made by ella baker)
historical collage (made by ella baker)
Basket-maker Martha Cayetano
Lexicon Mall in Bracknell, England by Novum Structures
Frissel Community House at Penn Center
Waldorf School House of Stars by Salganac Architects
Thnough School by Architecture-inDevelopment
Tierra Tinta Pavillion by COA Architects
House in the Delta by Mapa Architects
exploded axon diagram (made by author)
breezeway during daytime (renders by ella baker, 3D digital model by author)
breezeway during nighttime (renders by ella baker, 3D digital model by author)
Site Location
Parking Area
NOAA Flood Lines
National Historic Landmark District
phase 1: single pen
phase 2: double pen
phase 3: breezeway connection (made by analia gonzales)
WindDirection
site plan (made by ella baker)
3D program use diagram (by analia gonzales)
TOTAL PROGRAM AREA
Conditioned - 9120 sqft
Unconditioned - 5880 sqft
TOTAL = 15000 sqft
structural model (designed by author, assembled collaboratively)
3D floor plan (made by ella baker)
workshop area (made by author)
facade view (render by analia gonzales, 3D digital model by author)
Permeable Pavers
Bioswale
Sand Gravel
Native + Flood-Resistant Grasses
Loading Zone
Live Oak Trees
site strategy (made by ella baker)
04house of samba
studio II: august 2022 - december 2022
partners: palak sharma
[fully collaborative design + production process]
The House of Samba is a conceptual project that is inspired by the designs of Celtic knot work to create a community center for the city of Rocinha, Brazil. Panel variations of knot work were created to form a structure that embodies the culture of Samba, an integral part of the culture and identity of Brazil. The House of Samba provides a space where all aspects of Samba can be highlighted, celebrated, and taught to all.
The first phase of the project consisted of analyzing figures and configurations in Celtic knot work to create unique variations of knot work patterns and panels. From there, panels were overlay, bent, cut, and distorted to achieve a form that contained voids and separations for programs. An underlying geometry was carried throughout the knot work panels to create pinch points where panels could intersect. Finally spaces were analyzed from smallest to largest, and then assigned programs. From classrooms to auditoriums to a cafe, the House of Samba addresses the needs for the favela of Rocinha.
