SELECTED WORKS 2022-24 VOL.I
UNDERGRADUATE
CV
Introduction & Resume [Page 3]
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Polaroid House
RESIDENTIAL [Page 6]
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WCPP Drexel Community Center
MIXED USED [Page 14]
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Bartram’s Garden
LANDSCAPING & URBAN DESIGN [Page 24]
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Drexel Bookstop
URBAN DESIGN [Page 32]
1.302.824.1131
tm3438@drexel.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/taevonwisher
Highly motivated architecture student with a strong passion for sustainable and inclusive design. Seeking a challenging position at a forward-thinking firm where I can contribute to the design of innovative, environmentally responsible, and universally accessible buildings. Driven to integrate biophilic principles, utilize sustainable materials, and implement strategies for net-zero energy and water conservation. Committed to creating spaces that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also equitable and welcoming to people of all abilities. Eager to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment and contribute to the positive impact of architecture on our communities
Associate - Architectural Engineering
Delaware Technical Community College, Newark, DE 2020-2022
Bachelors of Science, Architectural Studies
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA 2022- present
R.G. Architects
Architectural Designer Duration: 1 year 3 months
Rite Aid
Shift Lead Manager Duration: 1 year 4 months
Shift Lead Manager Duration: 3 years 2 months
References
Alesa Rubendall
Tim Nawrocki
tn493@drexel.edu air39@drexel.edu
Dr. Reginal J. Chandler
revrjchandler@gmail.com
AIAS, NOMAS, YPD (Young People & Children Division of African American Methodist Episcapol Church)
/ 3D Rendering, 2D Drafting, Rendering /
Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Twinmotion, Enscape
/ Digital Imaging and Presentation/
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Davinci Resolve
DISNEY HOLE / 2025 /
Outstanding Studio Citizen Award
English
Japanese Spanish
Style: Intergenerational House
Location: 3623 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Area: 1,139 SQ FT
This project was inteded for students to create a design that caters to three generations to co-live in one home. Having an initial understanding of Philadelphia’s popular stoop culture.
This home transcends the function of mere shelter. It aims to create a harmonious living environment that celebrates intergenerational relationships, fosters a deep connection with nature, and provides a unique and inspiring living experience for all its inhabitants.
Polaroid House will not only be a stunning and functional residence but also a catalyst for positive social change within the Drexel University neighborhood. By fostering intergenerational understanding and community engagement, we can create a truly vibrant and in inclusive living environment that can also help purify the air with adding more trees.
These iterations would help the deciding factor of the style for the exterior facade of the Polaroid House. The frame would resemble a polaroid photograph, displaying the sillouette of a family tree growing. Indicating family growth.
Third Floor Plan
1/8” = 1’ - 0”
Second Floor Plan
1/8” = 1’ - 0”
First Floor Plan
1/8” = 1’ - 0”
Target Age: 19-29
Young Adult
This unit focuses on the first living experience for young adults. Perfect for college living.
Target Age: 30-66 Parent
Second generation living will be located on the on the second floor. Widely available
This unit focuses on the first living experience for young adults.
Target Age: 67+
Grandparents
The first floor suite focuses on the accessibility for first generations. Steps are replaced with railing to eliminate the usage of steps.
CIRCULATION
2nd Floor (2nd Bedroom)
West Philadelphia Community Center Company: Caring People Alliance
Style: Traditional - Contemporary
Location: 3512 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Area: 29,000 sq ft
An existing community center that is need of a rennovation for incoming Drexel students. This will be a mixed used building for students to live close to campus. The main floor will be occupied by series of stores that will benifit students and enhance the surrounding neighborhood for the community.
Originally in partnership with Caring People Alliance.
NOTE: The original building has two levels/ originally a community center for children / existing building shall be renovated / new exterior veneer brick to be used / black framed windows/ selected trees to be installed indoors
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1 R1 Residential First Floor 1/8” = 1’ -0”
Suite the apartment complex holds various styles of one bedroom to two bedroom suites, luxury loft styles and open floor plans offered to students and locals for co-living. Floor to ceiling windows installed for maximum sunlight.
Third Floor Plan
Third Floor Plan (loft level) 1/8” = 1’ -0”
1/8” = 1’ -0”
Building Section A 1/8”
TERM West Philadelphia Community Center
Caring People Alliance
Style: Contemporary Modern
Location: 5400 Lingbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19143
Area: 52,000 SQ FT
Summary: Bartram’s Garden is a historic botanical garden and arboretum located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1728 by John Bartram, it is considered to be the first botanical garden in North America.
Goal: The design would prioritize visual connections to the surrounding gardens, allowing visitors to observe plant growth both within and outside the observatory. Creating a public expansion to pre-existing providence.
Aquatic Garden site plan
Style: Open Modern structure
Location: 3623 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Area: 1,139 SQ FT
GOAL: Imagine a library that isn’t just a box of books, but a dynamic, sculptural experience. Inspired by the fluid, organic forms of Zaha Hadid, this mobile library would be a testament to the free-flowing nature of imagination and the power of storytelling.
We are here to also elevate “Mario the
Dragon”, in any way possible. In this project the scultpure is used as a shell to highlight the mascot throughout certain times of the day as if it is a sun dial.
