Architecture Portfolio - Stephanie Gonzalez

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO stephanie gonzalez

selected work

skills

Rhino3D Grasshopper

AutoCAD

Lumion

Photoshop

Illustrator

Indesign Lightroom

Premiere Pro Canva

Microsoft Word

Languages

English

Spanish

education

The Bernard and Anne Spitzer School of Architecutre |

CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK

2019Ongoing |

CONTENTS

ABB ROBOTICS

professor: gordon gebert

The ABB Robot in Architecture revolutionizes traditional craft by expanding production capabilities through its distinct features. Repetition, precision, complexity, and speed are employed to construct narratives that explore the potential of architectural possibilities.

The robotic arm will construct a permanent structure by utilizing a wooden body and weaving a series of panels that will later be assembled. This physical model will demonstrate the integration of material behavior, structural capacities, and fabrication logistics.

laced: coded panels

iteration #1 diagonol grid patter

abb robotic weaving: weaver ant code

abb collaboration: tying the edges together by hand

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coded stippling: for preciseness

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rhino: Continuous polyline

top iteration 1 iteration 2

grasshopper: weaver ant plug-in

tools: SLider tool | weaving tool

nails

digital model

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The objective was to celebrate the abilities of the abb robot. Precision and reptition were instrumental in showcasing the robot’s abilities. Utilizing precision and repetition, the robot crafted a vibrant drawing using gel pens alongside a 3D printed slider tool affixed to the robot. By overlapping the individual module and thoughtfully selecting colors, a woven effect was achieved. The combination of precision and repetition resulted in a dramatic depth.

concentric colors

iteration I

iteration Iii

iteration Ii

iteration Iv

naturescape: Troco-Scape

For our Ecological Adventure Park, our main goal is to incorporate interactive activities that give visitors insight into the local fauna’s habitat and perspective, while also implementing building techniques that preserve the local habitat. We want to give the visitor both the mental and physical experience that an animal in this environment has through the use of obstacle courses (rock climbing, zip lining, and suspended bridges) and exploration. These activities will encourage the visitors to mimic some animal behaviors in order to gain a better perspective and gain an appreciation for the interconnectedness of things. This learning experience will help people become aware of what’s around them and encourage empathy for the wildlife. Other learning experiences will include a discovery center and plaques with content about local history, specifically the events that formed the NYBG forest area and information about the importance of preserving nature. This project will benefit the community by 1. Spreading knowledge about the nature and history of the NYBG forest. 2. Teaching ways to preserve and live harmoniously in the same habitat with local fauna. 3. Reducing the impact of construction by using the existing eco-friendly materials and formations. This project also serves as an initiative to reduce CO2 levels since it includes planting additional trees and minimizing disturbances to the forest floor.

Collaboration with shaira palabasan and damian rivera professor: Susan wines

new york botanical garden, bronx, ny - overall site plan

plan - canopy

TIMBER: The main material for all structure is timber, with members ranging from 8 x 10s to smaller ones

SKYLIGHTS: Skylights over different parts of the playscape and café, showing the different sized grid systems we used well as allowing light to passive in

SOUTH FACING WINDOWS

scape used as

PITCHED ROOF FOR DRAINAGE : Parts of the roofs are pitched just enough to drain water either outside onto the stepped wall where there will be plants to absorb water or inside for the water to be recycled

PITCHED ROOF FOR DRAINAGE: Parts of the roofs are pitched just enough to drain water either outside onto the stepped wall where there will be plants to absorb water or inside for the water to be recycled

GLASS OVERHANG: The massive overhang facing the river is covered in glass, allowing for light to filter into the deck below while also providing shade for anyone who wants to stay outside

PA SSIVE VENTILA TION: Parts of the facade is open to allow for wind to flow into and out of the building.

elevation 01 - Facing south

Section 03 - Facing west

elevation 02 - Facing east

canopy understory forest floor

levels + datum

Our inspiration was drawn from the context surrounding the Biblioteca de Palafolls, designed by Enric Miralles, a renowned architect from Barcelona. As a group, our concept ignited when we observed the expansive agricultural fields adjacent to the library. Our aim was to embrace this organic layout and employ it as a guiding principle for our outdoor stage design. We envisioned a series of wooden levels and platforms encircling the library, offering users the opportunity to choreograph their own movement.

Collaboration with Luisa milano and Kevin gessner professor: Fabian llonch study abroad - barcelona, spain - 2023

Biblioteca de palafolls - Enric Miralles overall site plan

sketch models: steering clear of digital tools, we relied on sketches and phsycal models to envision and enhance our concepts and designs.

scale: 1/4” =1’-0”

scale: 1/4” =1’-0”

scale: 1/8” =1’-0”

expanding frames

A series of frames is mounted to the rock, establishing an intimate spatial relationship and circulation sequence that begins with a sense of enclosure. From narrow to broad, this spatial sequence leads to an interior dual-dimension, where detail and material reflects a distinct variation of usage according to the frames’ rhythm. In experiential qualities, the facades harmoniously express instances of seeing and being seen, shifts between transparent and translucent, as an articulation of light. Inspired by the architectural promenade, the project aims to narrate a progressive itinerary within, and above all, to accentuate this feature from the exterior.

Collaboration with Mateo penafiel and Kingsley chong professor: Christian volkmann

Drawing done by Kingsley chong

Drawing done by mateo panafiel

sketch done by kingsley chong

Elevation - Kitchen

Elevation - dining room

sketch done by kingsley chong