I am currently a B.S. Architectural Studies candidate, Graphic Information Design minor, and Urban Landscape Studies minor at Northeastern University. I am passionate about creative problem solving, and seek exciting opportunities in the architectural and design fields that will allow me to further develop my skills.
ASHLEY F. WALLACE
undergraduate architectural studies information design minor, and urban minor at Northeastern University. about creative problem solving, and I opportunities in the architectural will allow me to further develop
UNIVERSITY
FALL 2021 - PRESENT
STUDIES, 2025 Information Design, Urban
JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL
2017 - 2021
DIPLOMA, 4.32 GPA
Johnson Varsity Men’s Rowing Honors Society, Art Honors
aaawallac@outlook.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wallaceworks/
ALSAR-ATELIER | RESEARCH
SEPTEMBER 2024 - PRESENT
Participated in creating physical models for design proposals. Prepared comprehensive production drawings to support design presentations and development. Engaged in social media marketing aimed at enhancing online outreach. Coordinated website content and updates to broaden engagement.
JAN 2024 - AUGUST 2024
Conducted design research to support ongoing RFPs across projects in the office and created detailed presentation drawings and graphic content for the firm’s website. Worked on developing project stories and news updates, assisted in production models for design competitions, and contributed to schematic design phases. Responsibilities included preparing drawings for design proposals and creating construction phasing diagrams. Additionally assisted construction administration tasks, such as logging change orders, and documented/ drafted existing conditions at renovation sites to contribute to project planning.
SEPTEMBER 2023 - PRESENT
Assisted professors in delivering engaging lectures and hands-on design studios, provided constructive feedback and guidance to students on their projects and assignments, and facilitated workshops and tutorials on architectural software and techniques. Organized and managed architectural exhibitions, workshops, and events, while supporting academic initiatives in the field of architecture.
SEPTEMBER 2022 - DECEMBER 2023
Worked with the Northeastern Student Support Initiative to assist first year Northeastern University students in their transition to campus, as well as provide guidance and continuous support, allowing students to have a trusted mentor.
Assisted first year Northeastern University students in their transition to campus, as well as provide guidance and continuous support, allowing students to have a trusted mentor. Assists in administrative duties as well as software use.
JUNE 2022 - JUNE 2024
Designed graphics for digital media, clothing, and products- able to be used as business collateral. Notably participated in a project with the U.S. Navy to design pins, patches, and clothing for a unit that was preparing for deployment in Iraq in October 2022. Illustrated for websites and publications, and prepared and sent final artwork to vendors to produce. This workflow requires time and personal management skills, communication, as well as proficiency in a variety of creative software, predominantly that of the Adobe Creative Suite.
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8 MONTHS AT MACHADO-SILVETTI
DESIGNING COLLATERAL
ILLUSTRATIVE WORK
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LARC2130 | Transforming the Ryder Hall parking lot into a dynamic green space will provide essential recreational and study areas for students. This redesign integrates expanded bike parking, treehouse-like structures, and diverse seating, alleviating congestion at Centennial Common while enhancing the Northeastern Arboretum and encouraging exploration.
CONCEPT | The design features a layered spatial approach, incorporating bike circulation at the ground level with integrated greenery for privacy and shade. Above, tiered platforms provide flexible spaces for group collaboration and individual respite, fostering a deeper engagement with the natural surroundings. Trees serve as pathway dividers, creating an organic flow through the space, while climbing plants enhance the sensory experience and contribute to sustainability efforts.
ACCESS | A ten-foot elevation rise at the southern edge of the site enables direct access to the second level of the structure from street level. This design enhances accessibility, offering a seamless entry for those carrying belongings or with limited mobility. Users can engage with the space in a playful, explorative manner or opt for a more practical approach to entering the pavilion, fostering both interaction and inclusivity.
ARCH2140 | In this urban housing project, the integration of level variations has been employed to craft both double and single height programmatic experiences, cultivating an airy ambiance within the confines of relatively modest square footage per unit. The deliberate modulation of elevational planes not only amplifies spatial volume but also mitigates any potential sense of confinement typically associated with compact unit dimensions.
PROTOTYPING | The design maximizes community interaction through strategically positioned shared decks and amenity spaces via prototyping modules and aggregation. These areas act as focal points, encouraging social gatherings while preserving individual privacy. . By curating the layout, residents can easily access communal spaces while enjoying personal living quarters, striking a balance between social engagement and personal solitude.
COMPONENTS | Proposed structure and cladding system designed for urban housing project.
01. REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB, 7” DEPTH
02. CONCRETE TOPPING, 2“ DEPTH
03. WINDOW ASSEMBLY
04. 1” BEARING PAD
05. 12 X 12 PRECAST CONCRETE COLUMN
06. CORBEL
07. FOOTING
08. REINFORCED CONCRETE BEAM, 18” DEPTH
09. REINFORCED CONCRETE GIRDER, 18” DEPTH
10. CONCRETE SILL
11. FLASHING AND FLASHING DAM
12. MINERAL WOOL FIRESTOP
13. INSULATION, 3”
14. STEEL STUD, 3 5/8” X 1 5/8”
15. GYPSUM BOARD, 2”
16. POLYETHELYNE WEATHER BARRIER
17. TERRA-COTTA FACED PRECAST CONCRETE PANEL
LARC2130 | A shaded respite space for Boston’s Chinatown addresses the need for cooling during humid summer months. Utilizing the Miyawaki forest method—a dense, fastgrowing urban reforestation technique that mimics natural ecosystems—this project fosters biodiversity, provides shade, and strengthens the connection to Boston’s native plant species within an urban epicenter.
PLANTING SCHEME | The following native Boston plants thrive in our context of partial sun while being fast-growing and low maintenance. Canopies allow for a scenic respite of shade and vibrant color.
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The following native Boston plants thrive in our context of partial sun while being fast-growing and low maintenance. Canopies allow for a scenic respite of shade and vibrant color.
RED MAPLE (ACER RUBRUM)
RED MAPLE | ACER RUBRUM
RED MAPLE (ACER RUBRUM)
BLACK GUM (NYSSA SYLVATICA)
BLACK GUM (NYSSA SYLVATICA)
BLACK GUM | NYSSA SYLVATICA
BALD CYBRESS (TAXODIUM DISTICHUM)
BALD CYPRESS | TAXODIUM DISTICHUM
BALD CYBRESS (TAXODIUM DISTICHUM)
ALLEGHENY SERVICEBERRY (AMELANCHIER LAEVIS)
ALLEGHENY SERVICEBERRY (AMELANCHIER LAEVIS)
ALLEGHENY SERVICEBERRY | AMELANCHIER LAEVIS
CAUCASIAN FIR (ABIES NORDMANNIA)
CAUCASIAN FIR | ABIES NORDMANNIA
CAUCASIAN FIR (ABIES NORDMANNIA)
SECTION A
RESPITE | Strategically placed hammocks along forest edges and the hillside offer a quiet retreat, buffering city noise. A central pedestrian pathway integrates flowing water along its walls, creating a cooling auditory experience while serving as an interactive feature. The width of the path allows for versatility of potential summer programs.
ARCH 5230 | Our team aimed to design a roof that not only serves as a functional shelter but also becomes the defining element of a contemplative space. Using a dynamic pulley operated system integrated into the roof structure, the shelves collapse into the structure when not in use, facilitating flexible programming.
Designed in collaboration with classmate, Aysha Chaudhry.
STRUCTURAL FLOOR PLAN
STRUCTURAL ROOF PLAN
uniformly distributed load along the length of the upper beams.
uniformly distributed roof decking load transfers to upper beams and to the column braces.
uniformly distributed load from upper beams and column braces transfers to middle beams.
uniformly distributed load from middle beams transfers to lower beams.
uniformly distributed load from lower beams transfers to girders.
point load transfers from girders to wall studs.
point load transfers from girders to wall studs.
wall studs transfer uniformly distributed load to sheathing.
sheathing transfers uniformly distributed loads to floor studs.
floor studs transfers uniformly distributed loads to foundation slab.
ALSAR-ATELIER | Competition entry. This sunshade structure was designed for a local shopping center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, integrating a metal mesh gradient to create dynamic shading throughout the day. A key aspect of the project was the planting strategy, which prioritized native species resilient to the northern climate. The selected plant palette enhances biodiversity, ensuring year-round vibrancy while requiring minimal maintenance. Model assembled in collaboration with Cyrus Gagaza and Jackson Franks.
Bloom Time | Summer, Fall
Plant in full sun, regular watering, fertilize each Spring
Bloom Time | Summer, Fall
Thrives with rainfall, fertilize each Spring
Bloom Time | Summer Low maintenance
8 MONTH INTERNSHIP | Worked closely with skilled designers for 8 months, refining drafting, fabrication, and design research to support RFPs. Created presentation drawings, graphic content, and project stories for the firm’s website. Assisted in design competitions, schematic design, and model production while preparing proposal drawings and construction phasing diagrams.
Teamed with designers in the office, we were tasked with the production of a model for a design competition. Components were 3D printed, spray painted, and assembled. Attention to craft was particularly important to accomodate for travel purposes.
Model photos are courtesy of Michael Darby of Machado-Silvetti Architects.
East wing of the existing 1949 building is demolished, as well as the east portion of the site. Trailers laid on the west portion of site to temporarily replace east wing classrooms.
New portion of the school is constructed. During construction, trailers laid on site will be used as classrooms in lieu of the demolished wing.
While the main 1949 building and gym are being renovated, the west wing and modular classrooms are demolished. Trailers are removed from the site.
New sitework.
RETAIN NEWLY RENOVATED GYM ONLY
North portion of the site is cleared and prepared for new construction.
New school is constructed. New sitework at the north portion of the site.
Existing gym renovated. Main building, east wing, and west wing of the 1949 building are demolished.
New sitework at the south portion of the site.
| Machado Silvetti developed phased design strategies to accommodate a growing student body for an MSBA proposal. Two key schemes emerged: one retaining the 1949 main buildings and the newly renovated gym while adding a new school wing, and another preserving only the gym while reorienting the school with new construction on the northern portion of the site.
WEBSITE GRAPHICS + DRAWINGS | CEDAR STREET PARKING DECK AND RETAIL
Designed graphics for digital media, clothing, and products- able to be used as business collateral. Illustrated for websites and publications, and prepared and sent final artwork to vendors to produce.
I am a freelance illustrator and contributor to Infrastructures Magazine, the student-run publication of Northeastern School of Architecture. Designed article spreads and created illustrations for multiple stories, utilizing both digital and analog techniques, with a specialization in pen-and-ink and digital illustration.
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