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Portfolio: Segment II Wendall Chin Boston Architectural College Bachelors of Architecture Š 2012
Academic & Practice Content
Instructor: Nicholas Chelko
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Instructors: Luis Montalvo John Pilling
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P R A C T I C E P R A C T I C E P R A C T I C E P R A C T I C E
Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center ...... page 74 Space Allocation Plan Team: Boston Architectural College Gateway Initiative March 2011 - August 2011
Case Western Reserve University .................... page 84 Wyant Field House Team : Goody Clancy May 2011 - July 2011
State University of New York .......................... page 94 Institute for Human Performance Expansion Team: Goody Clancy May 2010 - August 2011
Boston University ............................................. page 104 Admissions Reception Center Team: Goody Clancy September 2011 - June 2012
Core Studio Self Reflection Advanced into Segment II at the Boston Architectural College was a sense of relief from my expeirence with Segment I studios because I was able to use computer generated softwares to produce drawings, diagrams, renderings and more. We were only allowed to use hand drawings as our core production process. It’s really great that we as designers at the BAC are trained to develop hand drawings and sketches. The primitive tool of understanding architecture with the power of a pencil. Training the mind and body to visualize in 2D form. I’ll have to be honest that I pushed myself to master the art of the pencil, and I’m still fighting that battle. With the innovative technology and Building Information Management tools, I was able to explore my understanding of these computer generated softwares. The outcome of the images seems a lot more sophisticated, but difficult to use if unable to use the tools to draft or model what is envisioned. But the main reasoning of why I chose to push myself in mastering computer generated softwares is because it’s required in landing a position at a design firm. The sense of needing practice credentials and work related experience is vital to myself as a BAC student to keep up with modern technology. Don’t get me wrong, it’s great to be able to master the pencil; but as a young design professional, the quicker I was able to learn the computer programs, the more valuable I became. The C level studios was a bit more realistic in terms of having a real client to design for. Architecture is not all about drawings cool buildings, but being able to collaborate is a vital part of the design phase. As a professional, providing a service is more important to the client which could lead to
developing good relations. Its almost like learning to drive a car for the first time. Yeah you can step on the gas pedal and steer the wheel within the traffic road lines; but sharing the road with millions of other people is the challenge. I see it as the same as architecture. Learn to develop your design concepts and then be able to apply them in consideration for others. With the learning to drive a car analogy, Segment I was my way of learning to drive on the road. Segment II is my inner ability share the road with others; in that sense of providing a professional service.
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CORE 1 - INCLUSIVE DESIGN STUDIO INTRODUCTION
Core I - Inclusive Design Studio Instructor: Team: Client: Location: Project #1 Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area: Project #2 Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
Gabe Bergeron Chelsey Pratt, Frank Smith, John Cacciatore, Magda Jankowski and Swikar Ghadia Four Corners Main Street Four Corners - Dorchester, Massachusetts Mixed-Use Storefront Improvement Renovation & Addition Proposal October 2009 5,000 gsf Civic Youth Center New Construction Proposal December 2009 50,000 gsf
Design Translation - creating a method and concept leading to quality design. Being Inclusive - becoming an advocate for local communities in decisions, desires, necessities and advises in respecting the current state. Collaboration in Design - working together creatively with fellow designers of the group in constructing our phasing process. Urban Analysis - identifying the real life conditions of people in the city as well as their interaction and role within the community. Research & Workshop Techniques - communicating and gathering input in respect to the community.
As of 2005, the Commonwealth of Boston agreed to extend the MBTA stations along the commuter line South of Boston, having one of the future transit stations built at Four Corners district. We as designers conducted many interviews and workshops with the community activists to analyze what it is that they are searching for to achieve their objectives. We researched the area, analyzed the site and compared it to other precedent urban revitalization projects within the Greater Boston area. Insightful the project has evolved, we came to the realization that this project was more a comprehensive sense of the psychological understanding between people interaction; thus, using the notion of urban planning and design to help achieve that deďŹ nitive balance in the community.
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INTRODUCTION
Historical Transit Line of Population Density Analysis
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1901 - Begin Light Rail The Light Rail system took over the Old Colony Railroad Service from Boston (MA), to Providence (RI) and to New York (NY)
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1944 - Service Shutdown The Great Depression Lack of passenger ridership Average property value in MA $30,000 - $40,000 Property value in Dorchester $10,000 - $20,000 After WWII cause population growth of triple decker housing
1979 - Freight Use Only Construction of the Southwest Corridor in building highway automobile transportation of Interstate-95, Interstate-93, and Route-128 Trades in service from Boston to New York City
1855 Old Colony Railroad In connection to the Norfolk County Railroad system, it serviced public transportation and shipment of goods from Dedham (Hyde Park), Massachusetts to Rhode Island, through Connecticut and ends in New York. The rail road system began a northern addition to the line in connecting to Downtown Boston after the land in filling during the 1800s as the project was completed before the turn of the century. Here is an indicative comparison of the landfill project of Boston from 1880 to present day of the new millennium. After the completion of the northern addition in connecting the line to South Station built in 1899, the name changed to the “Light Rail” in 1901. New York
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1987 - Restore of Stations
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Community activists petition to restore public service
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2005 - Future Stations
The new rapid-transit line service appointed as the “Indigo Line”
The Commonwealth agree to the improvement of four new stations Four Corners Talbot Avenue Blue Hills Avenue New Market Square
Restoration of Uphams Station and Morton Station
1912- Begin Red Line
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Last of the public transit line to begin construction after the Blue, Orange and Green Line
Population in Southern Dorchester was growing largely as it was in need of central transit
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SITE ANALYSIS
Site Anaylysis The Kevin Lynch analysis comprises the existing sites edges and boundaries that determines the identity of the area. After Chelsey Pratt’s analysis using this method of research, I gathered the information in determining a proposal of the urban growth within the Four Corners. Understanding the major contribution to this site would be the future transit station along the commuter rail line in providing ties to the city of Boston. Between the two nodes distinguishes the hierarchy of space that lead to my proposal of a 20 year Urban Master Plan. • •
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Washington Street is the main path through the Four Corners neighborhood Remains unbroken by any one street, with the Four Corners being the intersection of Washington Street, Harvard Street, Bowdoin Avenue and Bowdoin Street The buildings along Washington Street serve as the main edge acting as a boundary that visually forms the line of Path Several portions of the Edge are broken up by the absence of physical structures There are several distinct Districts that are in the neighborhood ; these areas comprised of the Four Corners District, the Mt. Bowdoin District, multiple areas of mixed use zones along the main path. Behind the main path are mainly residential. There are two main Nodes of activity along Washington Street. One node is at the Four Corners Intersection and the other is the intersection of Washington Street, Erie Street and Eldon Street Both locations contain several major bus stops which facilitate commuter traffic and cause them to be locations of heavy activity The commuter rail train tracks is the current landmark of the area as the city’s proposal of adding a new station to service the Four Corners. With all the pieces of the Lynch Thesis overlapped, we can begin to see the direct relationships between the Paths, Edges and Nodes as well as the relationship that the Landmarks of their location in regards to the rest of the site
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The issues that Four Corners is aware of is the curb appeal. There are many vacant lots with no attempt of maintenance. The storefronts are not in the greatest shape and is very unattractive. Four Corners Main Street (a non-proďŹ t organization) are neighborhood activists. Their mission is to create a live and diverse business district, fostering commercial revitalization, strengthening small businesses and encouraging new enterprises while respecting the current residences in the area. They are not expecting the redevelopment to occur overnight; but they know it’s going to be an on-going process in pursuing the local people to help make this happen.
Panoramic view of the Four Corners node main intersection FALL 2009
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Storefront Improvement Program
This project was geared for us to work as a group in focusing on improving existing storefronts for safety and attraction within the Four Corners area of Dorchester. The collaboration of designing as a team as oppose to individualism allows the sharing of thoughts and ideas that determines what could, should and would be suitable for the business. Being part of a design team taught us how to respect each others thoughts and be able to critique each other in making justifiable design decisions. My design teammate was Magda Jankowska. The connection we had as designers was an exciting experience. She is a great designer who focuses on the details of the project as I usually focus on the overall picture. We shared our thoughts with such great emotions, it felt as if we were making progress and bumping heads at the same time. The enthusiast energy that hovered among us allowed us to design with such passion, we felt our end results in preparing for our interview with the store owner was a success. In preparation for our interview with the store owners, we used many examples of successful storefronts that could relate to the Four Corners with consideration of their finances. We combined a mixture of samples from within the local Boston area for our clients to get a feel of their possibilities, as well as post modern designs of social interactive spaces. After meeting with the client, it was not just the storefront he envisioned to improve. He wanted to expand and reprogram the building in a broader scope of work. It was not part of the assignment to conduct this study per client’s request, but felt it was a great opportunity to challenge ourselves as designers. The Dorchester area is mainly occupied by single level to triple decker buildings with outdoor patios, we figured the idea of roof top patios could generate a lively connection from the commercial dwelling to the community. The possibilities of design creates an energetic attraction in acquiring the public to respond and interact to the space.
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Existing Conditions
285 Washington Street, Dorchester, Massachusetts
Gomez Gas Site Plan Scale: NTS
The site is on Washington Street in adjacent to Harvard Street in Dorchester Four Corners. Juan Gomez is the owner of this 8,300sf property. Considering Dorchester Main Streets vision of the Four Corners commercial node and the Future Transit Station, this property has potential of becoming a highly dense usage of communal space. Rosa’s Kitchen and Gomez Convenient Store is connected which enables circulation through the different programming of space. The interior space is very confined which does conclude that it needs some purging of equipment or major expansion. The aisles are approximately two feet apart in allowing one way trafficking. As for the restaurant, the food is delicious. The Latin Caribbean style flavor of cuisines with their lunch special, the lobster roll served with plantains and Spanish rice attracts many customers as well as the outside realm of Dorchester. But this little gem of a cuisine is a take out diner that only services during the lunch hours. Finding the gas station was not a problem, but unable to realize the existence of the restaurant was the issue. The lack of identity of this restaurant is their issue in attracting business. Washington Street being the public domain of the commercial connection, we noticed that the storefronts were not visible from this main road. The vacant two level building next to the barber shop blockades Juan Gomez property.
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The storefronts does not appear to not need much of a makeover which minimizes the budgeting costs of improvements, but would help a lot if they were restored. The aesthetics of the different color bricks distinguishes the different programs already. The large bay windows maximizes the views and lighting. All though it may need exterior light fixtures and perhaps an awning to dress the store front to make it more inviting and remove the advertisement signs to separate the restaurant from the convenient store. Standing from the crossing of Washington Street and Harvard Street looking southbound at Gomez Gas Station is a landmark in the area. The gas station is visible from distances traveling up and down Washington Street; but the identity of Rosa’s Kitchen seems non existent. There are no signs indicating the restaurants presence as it looks like a typical gas station.
Northbound of Washington Street
A good first impression is a tool of networking. In this instance, the waste compartment is our initial reaction of disgust as it faces the main street. Passing by the site, finding the dumpster first makes the area seem like a community dump site. In making it more inviting will give off a good first impression as it could attract revenue for the business. Southbound of Washington Street
The other problem is that his property is not pedestrian friendly. There are no walkways for the safety of people from vehicular traffic. The main entrances to the stores are not welcoming as there is no guidance for the public. The issue with the entrance from Harvard Street is that there is no circulation in allowing pedestrian trafficking. The abundance of parked vehicles blockades the entrance ramp.
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Perspective from Harvard Street conceptual sketch Vehicle blocking building entrance
These storefront improvements were carefully thought out in terms of budgeting, wanting to make it realistically possible for the client to apply these improvements. Fence - The dumpster is what makes the view of the layout distasteful, especially when it is facing the main street. Covering the dumpster with a fence would hide the distraction from the public eye and making it seem pleasant. Walkway - Making it more inviting to the property by placing pedestrian walkways from Washington Street to Harvard Street. It’s difficult to find the gas station traveling North bound on Washington Street, so the walkway guides people towards their restaurant and convenient store.
View from Washington Street conceptual sketch (compliments of Magda Jankowska)
Planters - Adding planters will give a level of comfort for his customers as well as determining the edge between pedestrian and vehicular paths. The benches allow customers to enjoy their quick dining as oppose to eating in their vehicles, or with limited counter space inside the take-out restaurant.
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Owner’s Vision Juan Gomez was pleased with the design, but felt strong in sacrificing the pedestrian walkway to keep the additional parking spaces for the convenience of his customers. His personal vision in how he perceive the programming of space was looking more of an expansion instead of dressing up his storefront. He was in search for functionality rather than the aesthetics that could potentially brighten the area. After hearing his response to our ideas at our interview with him, we sketched a plan in addressing his addition and planning of space in that empty alcove in which he sees the opportunity to expand his restaurant. He also mentioned the opportunity of purchasing the adjacent two level building on Washington Street. It’s currently vacant and it has potential to expand the design of the program even further. Sketch plan in collaboration with client during interview
Phase 1 (red) - to extend Rosa’s Kitchen by providing an indoor eatery for his customers. Be able to circulate from one end of the building to the other.
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Phase 2 (green) - to maximize his convenient store by stretching the space along the sidewalk on Harvard Street. It is currently the loading dock. Or perhaps the building will need a larger loading dock and waste management. system to service the expanded phases of 1 & 2. Phase 3 (blue) - to build on top of the existing structure in creating a second level. Could use for additional rooftop dining, personal office and/ or storage space. Expansion phasing diagram
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EXISTING PROPERTY
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Scheme A - to expand the restaurant to a second level and its entrance to Washington Street. The convenient store will remain the same, but with added storage on top with a second floor. The second floor will be open to commercial use, perhaps leasable. Relocate waste dumpster to loading dock on Harvard Street. Connect Washington Street to Harvard Street with a pedestrian pathway alongside of the building footprint. Added rooftop patio for viewing pleasure of the main strip.
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Ground level view from North
Scheme B - Similar to Scheme A but the vacant building is incorporated into the design of the restaurant, allowing more spacial opportunities for programming. Such added features to the restaurant is a bar, a performance stage and a larger roof deck patio.
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Scheme B - Addition of Vacant Building
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Civic Youth Center
The Four Corners Main Street and neighborhood have monthly meetings to strategies ways of achieving their mission. With so many voices and opinions, it’s difďŹ cult to comprehend what is wanted versus what is best for the area. We participated in one of their meetings to conduct a workshop. The approach I took part of the workshop was to have each individual to note their own opinions of precedent design examples. Then we discuss as a group what possibilities these appealing images could potentially offer to the Four Corners area. I wanted them to express their creativity and capture their thoughts in connecting at a personal level, engaging them to have control of the workshop as I facilitate. The purpose of getting each individuals initial input is to understand their thinking with no outside inuence but their own. Followed by a group discussion allowed people to change their analysis of the image having to acknowledge other thoughts. After recovering all the data, we analyzed that between personal and group perception proved that the collaborative views and conclusions can be skewed compared to an individual stand point. The intent of the workshop is to determine what the people of the community want if we are to grant them one design approach. Even after the workshop, they were still indecisive of what they want in the Four Corners neighborhood. So with all their suggestions, at the end we concluded that they needed some sort of a community center which is geared for the youth. Implementing the youth will be the initial step.
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Node Diagram
Current plan of Washington Street Strip
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Site Analysis
The idea of developing good relations with the community in earning their respect. Bowdoin Avenue the residential street runs parallel with the commercial strip of Washington Street. The theory of connecting the commercial and residential nodes is the initial step of the restoration project.
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Support and promote local businesses Enhance strong community interaction Seek resources to nurture and cultivate existing and future businesses Encourage targeted commercial development Create a safe commercial environment for all residents and business patrons Sustain economic development efforts through the advancement of local leadership
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Social Behavior Chart
SOCIAL INTERACTIVE - PROGRAMMING
Social Interactive Programming Diagram
Program stacking diagram to encourage community
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Public & space diagram PUBLIC &private PRIVATE SPACES
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In attempt to understand social behavior, I simplified my study by comparing humans to pet dogs. I walk my dog on a daily basis and noticed how my she would interact with other dogs. I considered her to be an adult, yet classifying them by age groups is how I was able to figure a pattern in her response to others. With this study approach, I was able to determine what programmatic amenities should be considered to best serve all age groups. Local people seem to feel invaluable to change within the community. The fear factor foreseen by the local people is their idea of respect. They devalue the property to keep below desired state
prevents district to bloom. Scaring the people enables their empowerment of the community decisions. The idea is not to fear them, or to fight against them, but to earn their trust of involving them in allowing change to occur. The idea of abandonment is what they fear. Not understanding or adapting to the changes is difficult for them to apprehend. They need to feel that they are part of the community and that the community is not taking over.
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Southwest axonometric|Building cut view of Gallery The idea of planting the youth center into the development process of the revitalization project will attract people in creating a family oriented establishment. It’ll offer many activities of all interests; such as sporting events, art galleries, workshops, entertainment space, counseling and more. The purpose of the youth center is giving back to the community, allowing the youth to have an alternative sanctuary of a place they can call home.
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View from summit of Bowdoin Ave. GABE BERGERON
In theory, this youth center will become an attractive destination, and that will create opportunities for entrepreneur to have interests in the area. Giving local business owners the break they have been waiting for. Potential of turning Four Corners into a hot spot for social gathering during the day and night.
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CORE 2 - URBAN INFORMATION STUDIO INTRODUCTION
Core II - Urban Information Studio Instructor: Team: Client: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
Nicholas Chelko Andrew Shelburne, Scott Kasper, Jeremy Baldwin and Terry McCarthy Somerville Community Corporation Union Square - Somerville, Massachusetts Affordable Housing Addition Proposal May 2010 22,000 gsf
As a group, we engaged the social, political, and economic realities of the city as content for built environments. Researched much of its historical context of how Union Square was formed. Analyze our conformed data and appropriate them into visual diagrammatic renders. Use the information to derive programmatic and tectonic articulation. In mind of Somerville’s green line extension corridor, we articulated how this transformation would affect the district. The initial design intent is to design an affordable housing in the adaptive re-use of existing structures. Our client is the non-proďŹ t Community Development Corporation of Somerville. It was great opportunity to actually design for developers as they were seriously interested keying on three site locations in Union Square. Became acquainted with the square with many site visits, research and experiencing what the neighborhood has to offer.
Historical map of Union Square in 1775
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INTRODUCTION
Union Square is such a diverse community with an openness of various culturalistic lifestyles. The Square holds a lot of sentimental value as it has transformed from many style of Architecture in adjusting to the era of changes America has revolutionized since 1776. What makes this area so unique are the people who convey their freedom to live the American dream. Uniting all the cultures deďŹ nes the authenticity of the Square, making it an attraction of genuine mom and pop stores.
The people like to display their articulate side of their work, such as their sculpting. The city encourages art related workshops and functions to help gentrify the square as the center of arts in the Greater Boston area. Many people of Union Square like to personalize themselves to standout from society. Personalization is the sense of feeling in control of what one desires. Allowing that individual to understand what is liked and disliked.
The people of Union Square like to be heard, voiced, seen in the state of their pride and culture.
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Paths - This indicates the heavy use by the people channeling through Union Square. There are a couple of commuter lines that passes through the site but with no transit station within the area. The traffic gets congested during rush hour period. It does not have a grid like system but it was built around a body of water as it then later was in-filled to align the central intersection through Union Square. Edges - The property lines and edges of curbed roads determines the amount of area space. Understanding the property lines of vacant lots, to determine the programming of space for the design of the research building. Districts - Along the main intersection are mainly commercial small businesses and mixed usage of space. Behind the busy commercial districts are residential units that hide behind the busy road for privacy. Within the residential districts are recreational green spaces. There are nearby colleges that are looking to expand for a large site of a research facility. Nodes - The large nodes are where Union Square is densely populated of intersecting paths and commercial districts along Somerville Avenue. The smaller nodes to the right are not as dense as they are path intersecting on and off ramp to get on the McGrath Highway. The southern node is where the future transit station is to be put on site as a means of public transportation in accessing Union Square. Understanding the nodes can define my entrance points and views of the building in relation to the site. Landmarks 11
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1. Prospect Hill 2. Post Office 3. Police Department 4. Parking Lot 5. Historical Mural 6. Block 11 7. Saint Joseph’s Church 8. John F. Kennedy School (Lincoln Park) 9. Target (Plaza) 10. Future Transit Station 11. Somerville Cemetery
CORE 2 - URBAN INFORMATION STUDIO
• Problem - Traffic Congestion, disconnect, public transit, safety
• Phenomenon - Union Unification, community, diversity
The pathway’s design predominantly for vehicular usage overpowering the incoherent ordinance of pedestrian safety. Much of the people in Union Square are concerned with “outsiders” using this square as a corridor from point A to point B without considering the pedestrians safety. Throughout the course of the day, vehicles would either fly through the space, or cluster during peak traffic periods. It seems as if the existing roads were designed similar to highway on ramps and exit ramps more so that it streamlines the vehicular traffic through the Square. The abundance of “pork chops” and multiple lanes with barriers is the sign to let drivers know that the road is theirs to own.
The square endures various types of cultural heritage. Their cultural indifference does not seem to clash. The overwhelming of authenticity is what created the identity of Union Square. Their open mind to acknowledge other cultures is a great opportunity in building a strong community.
• Constraint - Accessibility Circulation, conditions, ownership, connection
Diversity is unique, unifying different cultures is the challenge. In respects to the different social groups, businesses, shops, and ethnicity creates a large impact in this community. The citizens of Union Square are what quantifies the changes of the area from identifying its past and future construction as part of the cultural design.
The Eberle Building has potential to develop multilevel additions for new construction in connection to the square. But the building footprint maximizes the edges of the current property line only allowing access through an uninviting back alley. This may result in removing one or two of the storefronts in order to meet the requirement of two egress points. • Opportunity - Landmark Icon, way finder Memory lane emphasizes the identity of the area. Many street corridors slice through Union Square as a form of way finding without the need of street signs. Public transit stops indicate access points of the area. The crossing of Somerville Avenue, Washington Street and Prospect Street, as well as the awkward Washington Street parking lot forms many views of the Eberle Building site. The site has much potential in becoming an icon.
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SITE ANALYSIS
Current Traffic Analysis The basis of Union Square is undergoing a redevelopment process with the City of Somerville in classifying it as a Commercial Corridor District as well as an Arts Overlay District. The city is promoting the area in making it a centralize commercial shopping center and encouraging art related compositions since Union Square is home to one of the highest concentrations of artists. The city’s intent of redirecting vehicular traffic patterns is to bring
about the safety of pedestrian usage as well as the safety of bicyclists; hoping that the Union Square Green Line Station is built before 2014 will bring much interests to the area in accomplishing the city’s goal. Design can be a real economic engine. You can see that happening in different communities around the world. Design can actually be used to leverage and improve the quality of a community and give it an identity that’s really unique.
Current Surface Mobility • • • • • • • • • • •
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Road construction Undisguised lanes Clustered intersections Not pedestrian friendly Lack of direction Speedway Unsafe for cycling Unidentifiable MBTA stations Heavy vehicular traffic Stand still rush hour traffic Disorganized road signage
Traffic Plan Diagram Scale 1:300 NICHOLAS CHELKO
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Proposed Surface Mobility • • • • • • •
traffic
Isolated intersections Pedestrian friendly Cycling accommodation Welcoming curb appeal Controlled vehicular traffic Opportunity for proper signage Additional open sidewalk space
Traffic Diagram of City Proposal Scale: 1:300
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Loading Zone
Points of Entry and Circulation Study
Potential Landmark To convince SCC’s mission of constructing affordable housing complexes on top of the existing commercial Eberle Building is a great opportunity in uniting the residents with the excitement of the Square. This speciďŹ c location has much potential in becoming a landmark for the people, implementing a great connection to the busy intersection of Washington Street and Somerville Avenue. Option 6: Seems to be the most accessible in terms
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of circulation as well as serving the spinal cord of the building. The entry ways are at the most furthest ends from one another which best complies with the means of egress. If the entrance were to use the loading zone, (back alley) it will not provide store owners a place to dump their trash as waste management is a necessity. The corner of Washington Street and Somerville Avenue is highly congested with the MBTA bus stop serving the public domain.
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Main Entry
SOMERVILLE AVENUE
WASHINGTON STREET
Secondary Entry
Relocation of Existing Storefronts The proposal of relocating two existing stores is a must in order to have the new addition accessible from ground level as the current property and its adjacent buildings is very limited to expansion.
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ZONING & PROGRAMMING
New Zoning Law
With the new zoning law of Somerville passed in 2009, we analyzed the constraints and implemented them into a diagrammatic form of how it affects the building envelope. Mindful consideration of the new additions proportion to the existing building, its surrounding building and site context; in determining the additions height and how many levels it can accommodate. How the massing study articulates the offsets from the property line or cantilevers above the existing facade.
FAR 3
23,850 sf 25,838 sf
(FAR bonus of +0.25 for Existing Structure) Maximum Building Height (Penthouse allow above 55’ with it 45 degree angle from edge)
55’ -70’
Gross SF Existing Foot Print Allowable Addition Affordable Market Rate Common Room/Public
4 Additional Levels @ 55 feet 3 Additional Levels @ 50 feet 2 Additional Levels @ 45 feet
Ground Level
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7,900 sf 17,888 sf 60% 30% 10%
Max # of Units = 20
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Property: Eberle Building
7,950 sf
Zoning: CCD (Commercial Corridor District) AOD (Arts Overlay District) FAR of 3 (FAR Bonus +0.25 for Existing Structure)
23,850 sf 29,812 sf
Zoning Ordinance Building Height (Mechcanical Penthouse allow above 55’ with its 45 degree angle from edge)
55 ft below 70 ft
Article 8 - Dimensional Requirements Section 8.5 - Table of Dimensional Requirements DISTRICTS RA RB A. Minimum lot size 10,000 7,500 (s.f.) (1) (1) B. Minimum lot area/dwelling unit 1-9 units (s.f.) 2250 1500 10 or more units 2250 1500 (s.f.) C. Maximum ground 50 50 coverage (%) D. Landscaped area, 25 25 minimum percent of lot E. Floor area ratio 0.75 1.0 (F.A.R.) (2) F. Maximum height (3) stories/ 2 1/2 3 feet
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Scheme C
Scheme B
Scheme A
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Programming & Massing Study
The ability of proposing design options to the client is a peaceful offering of service and the inner ability to work well in collaboration. It also helps investigate the capacity of the design in understanding the programmatic features that can be revolutionary. Sometimes creating too many options lead to confusion, so limiting to three options is ideal. Overwhelming the client with an abundant of options will be more than they can handle. Its a procession in which interaction could build an understanding of client relations.
Typical Unit Size: One Level Unit (1A) Two Level Unit (2A)
Scheme A
Scheme B
Scheme A - is the basis of design in cap sizing all of the FAR square footage towards the housing units. The total of 21 modular units mixed between types 1A and 1B. Scheme B - infiltrating common spaces for the residence as bonus rooms for activities. The intent for a place of gathering in promoting community.
Scheme C
Scheme C - much like Scheme B but with much more amenities to offer.
750 sf 1,100 sf
Living Units Only 1A - 13 units 2A - 7 units Lobby
9,750 sf 7,700 sf 300 sf
Combine Units Total GSF
17,450 sf
Units with Common Space 1A - 15 units 2A - 5 units Lobby & Common Space
11,250 sf 5,500 sf 1,000 sf
Combine Units Total GSF
16,750 sf
Units with Amenities 1A - 13 units 2A - 4 Units Lobby & Common Space
9,750 sf 4,400 sf 3,600 sf
Combine Units Total GSF
14,150 sf
Maximum GSF (comply with FAR per Scheme)
17,750 sf
Typical One Level Unit Study • • • •
750 sf Studio 1 full bath + laundry unit Large kitchenette
Typical Two Level Unit Study • • • • • •
1,100 sf Double height loft space 1 full bath + laundry unit, and powder room Large kitchenette Staircase Two means of egress
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Typical Two-Level Modular Unit
Bathroom
Open to Below
Bedroom
DN
Egress
Upper Level Plan for Typical Unit Scale: 1/8” = 1’-0”
Entrance
Living Room
Kitchenette
UP
Lower Level Plan for Typical Unit Scale: 1/8” = 1’-0”
Bathroom
Bedroom
Upper Corridor
Lower Corridor
Modular Unit (850 sf)
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Kitchenette
Sectional of Typical Unit Scale: 1/8” = 1’-0”
Living Room
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Proposal of New Addition GSF Proposed Scheme: Affordable Two Level Units (Open Floor Plan)
850 sf
Existing Gross Square Feet
7,950 gsf
Allowable Addition - Gross Square Feet
No. of Units (Two Level Units - 850 sf per)
Corridor per Level
21,862 gsf
15 Units
12,750 sf
Four Levels - 1,000 sf per level
4,000 sf
Lower Level Common Room & Security Desk Upper Level Common Room
4,300 sf 750 sf
Lower Level Patio Upper Level Patio
1,970 sf 2,125 sf
Total - Gross Square feet of Proposed Addition
21,800 gsf
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Site Plan - Ground Floor Scale: 1/64” = 1’-0”
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Design Proposal
The proposal enables the design to maximize the gross square footage due to the constraints of new zoning laws passed in 2009. The open area patios share that social connection with the heart of the Square; allow visibility from many angles of the streetscape. In becoming an attraction destination will enhance the camaraderie of the site. The existing commercial building of 7,950sf settled in a peninsula like property is constrained to the addition of four levels. The design occupies fifteen modular af-
fordable housing units. All units are two-level level loft space. They may seem small in terms of square footage size, but will feel larger with double height recessed ceiling; bringing that excitement from the streets into the living space. The rooftop patios and common rooms create an engaging social connection with the heart of the square.
1. Two Level Unit - Lower Level 2. Two Level Unit - Upper Level 3. Elevator 4. Corridor 5. Reception 6. Common Room 7. Patio 8. Staircase
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Typical Unit Patio
Typical Unit
Common Space
Typical Unit
Corridor
Patio
Common Space
Common Space
Existing Storefronts
A. Wall Section - Somerville Avenue Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
Existing Storefronts
B. Wall Section - Washington Street Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
ZONING ORDINANCES
This neighborhood is a prime location truncated by vehicular traffic within this dense commercial district. SCC challenged us as designers to stretch the maximum amount of square footage that is allotted for new construction. The new zoning ordinances may be constrained to the gross square footage of the project, but it did not affect the building envelope of stretching the facade to the property line in creation of voids.
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Typical Unit
Existing Storefronts
C. Wall Section - Loading Alley Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
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Perspective view from
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Cultural Analysis ........................................................................ page
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CORE 2 - SMOKY SHORE LONG STUDIO INTRODUCTION
Core II - Smoky Shore Long Studio
Instructors: Team:
Client: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
John Pilling | Luis Montalvo Sarah Drown, Scott Brown, Naomi Sherman, Chris Crump, Kristine Gorman, Reed Harmon, Renee Roediger, Morel Orta, Nathania Rivera, Alex Siekierski and Gabriela Gayosa-Shelburne N/A San Juan, Puerto Rico Reception Hall New Construction Basis of Design December 2010 26,000 gsf
This long studio enabled us to travel abroad to Puerto Rico to conceptually design a nightclub within the historical site of Fort San Felipe Del Morro. We researched the historical heritage, explored their culture, taste tested their Latin Caribbean style cuisine along with their signature beverages, and experienced the phenomena that words just cannot describe. We hiked all around the island within two weeks in adapting to the cultural living style. From the urban cities, to the rural countryside; from the oceanic surface to the mountain tops, we captivated the experience that brought us closer to
nature. Transforming the excitement of raw emotions onto the architectural drafting board is what made this studio a great experience I would not forget. Designing in the state of emotions bring much passion to your work of art.
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This design approach I took was quiet different than what I normally is use to. With so many information in such a short amount of time, ina rush to travel from point A to point B, being able to document my exploration was key. Using the camera was essentially my paint brush of creating diagrammatic art. Majority of the photos that were taken by me, I trained myself to understand how I can portray what I want to show in the photo. Finding connections of the focal point to its surroundings. Capturing the moment in which I may not encounter again. Creating life in the photo as its speaking to the viewer. When reviewing the photos, I’m able to remember all that had occured and how I was feeling at that moment. The art of creating photographic collages.
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Engagement
As I was sketching the fortiďŹ ed walls, annotating what I caught of importance, I engaged a conversation with a local child in which we talked with our body language. Still spoke in our languages, but applied it with hand gestures to give each other a sense of what we’re talking about. The pure feeling of civilization, where people are approachable and is willing to strike a conversation. In Boston, its very uncommon to see this kind of interaction unless its at a professional setting. That primitive state of togetherness is a good feeling of feeling welcomed.
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Pigeon park of Scott Brown’s encounter
Wild plant life
The team playing dodgeball with the local school kids during recess
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Purchase of a fresh cut coconut
Natives gamble, playing Puerto Rican Dominoes
Puerto Rican signature cuisine of empanadas, pork, plantains and Spanish rice
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Traditional
Contemporary
The Architecture is quiet intriguing, display of pastel colors that highlights the facade. The color and patterns applied to the building envelope contrasts in making it highly visible from a miles distance. The aesthetics of the building is so impulsive, its like someone is playing really loud music. Its a statement of wanting to seen, heard, voiced, saying “here I am and I’m proud of it”.
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Urban City
Rural Country
The contemporary concrete masonry slab constructions to traditional corinthian columns, their structure is very different, but the color palette is very similar in. The materiality creates those intricate contrasts of emotions. The airiness of the space such as the courtyards connect with the true essence of nature.
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SITE & INSPIRATION
Site - Weathering - Northeast Winds - Preservation - Activity Central - Family Oriented - Couples
The picturesque site displays a great source of history. After my cultural analysis of the island, I concluded that this site is untouchable, that it does not need a nightclub smack in the middle of the site. I felt it would bring a great deal of senseless activity which would be demeaning to the site. But instead, I proposed the idea of designing a banquet hall that could enhance the pure romance and tradition of the site, and preserving the site in which the structure is not visible from the central zone. It will be a hidden gem.
Ocean
Del Morro
Cemetery
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View of site from La Pearla
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SITE & INSPIRATION
Traveling all around the island was a real treat. Getting to know the culture first hand adapting to the environment. Exploring nature like we’ve never seen before. But the best part is that I was able to share many moments with my colleagues along the trip because to have them as confirmation of the actual experience are shared memories.
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Inspiration
When canoeing to the bioluminescent bay, we did not know what to expect. We did not know how real this experience was going to be, but yet wanted to give it shot. Initially, this was not part of the traveling itinerary, but yet we found time in our busy schedule to connect with nature. While we were canoeing, we grew a bit skeptical rowing for over half an hour in the pitch black dark sky with no light in sight other than the moon light shining through the crevasse of the mangrove trees. Crashing into other canoes or dead ends in the water. As we approached our destination, we noticed that water was glowing intensely blue at the underside of our canoes. fascinated by this phenomena, we touched the water with our hands and our hands were glowing. It was a wonderful feeling of excitement that words could not explain. That whole experience is what formulated my design essence of architecture.
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SITE & INSPIRATION
Concept
Darkness - the bioluminescent bay was the greatest highlight of the trip. Words cannot express this phenomenon. The experience of canoeing down the mangrove swamp at night in the pitch black darkness, in that moment is what I wanted to capture as part of my conceptual design. Erosion - couldn’t hide the fact that the fortified walls made up of limestone has eroded over time. The nature of this chemical reaction actually defines the characteristics this monumental structure. Pride - pride is how the natives live their lives. Being proud of who they are and how they’ve become. Expressing themselves freely to the open public of gaining the recognition for such a small country.
Darkness
Erosion
Pride
Confined - the island is only 100 miles long by 35 miles wide. The notion of feeling trapped in a single location can be bothersome, or delightful. Confined
Section Diagram
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40 Models: 5”x5”
20 Models: 5”x5”
Final Model: 24”x36”
10 Models: 12”x12”
5 Models: 15”x15”
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Precedent Study
Castillo Serralle’s 1926 Ponce, Puerto Rico Architect: Pedro Adolfo de Castro
The programming functions of this mansion is sanctions many events throughout the year; especially wedding receptions. Its picturesque display of traditional architecture plotted at the top of the mountain creates views of photogenic imagery
Wisa Wooden Design Hotel 2009 Valkosaari Island, Finland Architect: Pieta-Linda Auttila
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that is to die for. Reserving a date for a reception needs to be booked in two years advanced because they are overbooked throughout the entire year.
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Private Space
Public/Private
Room
Public Space
Concept Diagram
Area
2nd Floor Waiting Area Banquet Hall Patio
5,000 sf 4,000 sf 365 sf
Men Women Guest Services Entryway Foyer Lounge Kitchen Service/Loading Service Vestibule Terrace
330 330 200 2,100 2,050 1,800 1,050 500 150 650
sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf
340 340 450 450 630 195 215 305 3,000 1,070
sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf sf
1st Floor
Basement Floor Men Shower Women Shower Anteroom 1 Anteroom 2 Family Anteroom Fitting Room Office Mechanical Room Storage Corridor Total GSF
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Ocean
Del Morro
Cemetery
Proposed Design Site Plan Scale: 1:500
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E2
E3
CARBON ON FIBER F REINFORCED REINFORCED POLYMER ROOF LEVEL L
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E5
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GLAZING SYSTEM
ALUMINUM ALL ALLOY HOLLOW METAL
41' - 0"
LEVEL 2
Level 2 Deck
20' - 0"
19' - 0"
LEVEL 1C 0"
LIMESTON LIMESTONE STONE FORTICATION WALL BASEME BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
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North Elevation of East Wing Scale: 3/64” = 1’-0” JOHN PILLING / LUIS MONTALVO
TERRACE: BRICK CLADDING TERRACE:
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Northwest aerial view after sunset of proposed landscape and banquet hall
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W6
W5
W4
W3
W2
W1
ROOF LEVEL 41' - 0"
CARBON FIBER IBER REINFORCED POLYMER POLY ALUMINUM ALL ALLOY HOLLOW METAL
LEVEL 2 20' - 0"
LEVEL 1A 4' - 0"
TERRACE: BRICK BRI CLADDING
LIMESTONE E FORTICATION FO WALL BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
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D2
C2
B2
ROOF LEVEL 41' - 0"
LEVEL 2 20' - 0"
KITCHEN
BAR / LOUNGE
LEVEL 1C 0"
MECHANICAL RAMP
STORAGE
BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
East Section Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
E1
E2
E3
E4
E5
E5.5
ELEVATOR VESTIBULE SERVICE ENTRYWAY
LOADING / SERVICE
KITCHEN
OFFICE
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B1
C1
D1
ROOF LEVEL 41' - 0"
LEVEL 2 20' - 0"
ENTRYWAY GUEST SERVICE
LEVEL 1A 4' - 0"
ANTEROOM
ANTEROOM
BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
West Section Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
W5
W4
W3
W2
W1
ROOF LEVEL 41' - 0"
LEVEL 2 20' - 0"
GUEST SERVICE
ENTRYWAY
WOMEN TOILET ROOM
LEVEL 1A 4' - 0" LEVEL 1B 1' - 10" LEVEL 1C 0"
BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
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W1
W2
W3
W4
W5
W6
W7
A1
E7
B1 E6
E5.5 C1
E5
E4 D1
E3
First Floor Plan Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
E2
E1
A2
W3
W4
W5
W6
W7
B2
A1
E7
C2
D2
B1 E6
E5.5 C1
E5
E4 D1
E3
Basement Plan Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0” E2
E1
A2
B2
C2
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W1
W2
W3
W4
W5
W6
W7
A1
E7
B1 E6
E5.5 C1
E5
E4 D1
E3
Roof Plan Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
E2
E1
A2
W1
W2
W3
W4
W5
W6
W7 B2
A1
E7
C2
B1
D2 E6
E5.5
E5
E4 D1
E3
Second Floor Plan Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0” E2
E1
A2
B2
D2
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SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Automobile carbon fibre kevlar composite hood panel
D1
STANLESS STEEL MOUNTING SUPPORT PLATE
LEVEL 2 20' - 0"
ALUMINUM POLE WRAPED WITH CARBON FIBER CARBON FIBER REINFORCED POLYMER PANEL CONCRETE COLUMN ENCLOSED STEEL COLUMN CONCRETE FLOOR SLAB STAINLESS STEEL MOUNTING SUPPORT PLATE STEEL BEAM LEVEL 1A 4' - 0"
CONCRETE WITH METAL CLADDING
Level 1 Deck -1' - 0"
CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT
BASEMENT LEVEL -10' - 0"
CONCRETE FOOTING
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[Fibre C] CLADDING are concrete panels for façades, reinforced with glass fibre, combining the advantages of concrete and glass fibre into one product: they are as solid, mouldable and durable as concrete, but at the same time they are thin, fireproof and light due to the glass fibre compound.
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Waiting area looking across catwalk to banquet hall
Foyer at sunset looking at lounge and staircase to banquet hall
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SCHEMATIC DESIGN
Perspective rendering of entryway in the afternoon
View of cemetery and light house connection to banquet hall
Oceanic view of banquet hall in relation to fortiďŹ ed walls
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Render of landscape to the site with a ceremonial wedding at sunrise
The whole purpose of the design is to promote tradition, a place of celebration with respects to the site. A statement of following core family values of engagement. Fostering the morals of creating a place of sanctuary. The passionate feeling of displaying raw emotions applied to this architecture as a commemorative phase every human being will never forget.
Serena & Wendall’s engagement photo (compliments of Sweet Monday Photography)
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Practice Self Reflection The past couple of years has been challenging for me in making decisions of reaching my practice goals as a professional. During the Recession has put a strain in my growth pattern as I was recognized within the firm as a meticulous and dedicated individual, but was not able to move up in the company. The ending year of 2008 was when Goody Clancy and Associates began letting go a great portion of their employers. I was one of the fortunate Project Support staff that stayed employed in the firm, but had no chance of growing as a designer because I was primarily needed for construction administrative tasks. When the summer of 2010 arrived, I was given the opportunity to fulfill the duties of a Design Intern in a specific project of a laboratory facility in Syracuse, New York; but with no title change as the firm was still affected by the Recession. As an unannounced Design Intern, I was exposed to more of the design production and collaborative setting of a design team. I was involved with coordination with fellow staff as well as our consultants. I transitioned from proposal work to the various design phases of the project. When it came to acquiring the level of detail drawings that was contracted, we split the leadership roles of production which allowed each individual to focus on meeting our criteria. During this collaborative learning process, I pay close attention to detail in the theory of design and construction strategies. I’m grateful that I’ve gained the respect of my senior staff members. The deciding factor of applying Autdodesk Revit to the new company standard of production was a serious concern for me. Since I was given the
opportunity to fulfill the responsibility of a Design Intern, I set a personal mission to learn the Revit program within a month. I dedicated and managed my time outside the office and the BAC classes to schedule training with the firms Revit expert. After the month’s worth of training that I practiced within the firm and completion of a C-Level Studio, I grew recognized by our Project Digital Leader who acknowledged my understanding of Revit. She felt relieved and was able to share some of her work load with me which reduced the pressure of the team. I then became her Digital Project Lead Assistant of the project. The opportunities I was given made a great contribution to my practice and education. I learned to be more proactive in communicating, managing and prioritizing tasks between BAC Assignments and the firms work load. At this point in my career, I feel I cannot grow within Goody Clancy as there are no opportunities for climbing the ladder. My objective in following my goal to become a Project Architect is to search for a new position at a small firm in which it could expose me to greater responsibilities that will challenge me as a professional.
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BOSTON CHINATOWN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER - SPACE ALLOCATION PLAN SUMMARY
Client: Team: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase I: Phase II: Submission Period: Area:
Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center BAC Team - Gabe Bergeron, Erik Hegre, Serena Yee and Alex Chan Boston, Massachusetts Commercial Space Allocation Plan Completion Proposal August 2011 40,000 gsf
Gateway Project Timeline Phase I: April 2011 - June 2011 Phase II: June 2011 - July 2011
This LEED certiďŹ ed building is a reection of community pride and environmental commitment. The 40,000 SF building in downtown Boston serves as a community center with support services for the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood. The organization is undergoing efforts in developing their Strategic Plan for their future; servicing the community is their main priority. To begin their strategic aspiration in restructuring their facility is to become a stronger focus as a Family Centered Service. BCNC offers recreational amenities for the youth, childcare services, adult MARCH 2011 - AUGUST 2011
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The main issue that the BCNC face due to the configuration of the current space for all the active programs are their internal connection and sense of community within the building. The current layout is essentially confined not allowing much common areas to promote collaboration within the staffing and community. Time management is a huge factor taking to consideration of the hours throughout the day, the weekdays versus the weekends, and the months follow the change of seasons is the challenge they contend in sharing spaces. The lack of communication between the different departments is hindering the successful growth of achieving their goal to be the Family Centered Service.
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BOSTON CHINATOWN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER - SPACE ALLOCATION PLAN
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.......Level . 1 Floor level stacking diagram of current conditions
Phase I - Existing Conditions Documentation and Programming Vision
Documentation of the current space, helping the BCNC identify in color coding the ten departments. The approach is to analyze the current layout of what is preventing collaboration and communication between the departments.
Data information gathering survey
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ASSESSMENT
BCNC adopted the department color code system in restructuring their staffing chart. In need of vital information, the BAC Team and BCNC wanted to dig deep in the reasoning of what’s causing the poor infrastructure of the internal connections by conducting a private survey for all the individual staffs to express their thoughts and/ or ideas. Combining the Data and information, as well as focusing on BCNC’s Strategic Plan, the BAC team formed the theoretical concept of making the organization a Family Centered Service hub for the neighborhood. The BAC team developed an interface diagram indicating the magnitude of relationships between the departments and ways of approaching interaction. The Interface Umbrella Diagram became our tool and reasoning of the spacial re-configuration plan.
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Current Conditions - Potential - No collaboration between departments - Individualism
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Investigation Process - Tools - Data/Information - Office re-organization - Strategic plan
Vision - Department unification - In-house Community - Family based center - Collaboration between programs
Collaboration Concept
Interface Umbrella Diagram MARCH 2011 - AUGUST 2011
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EXECUTION STRATEGY
Phase II - Space Reconfiguration of Administrative and Family Services Staff
Ground Level Plan Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
Level 2 Plan Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
- Recycle Room adjacent to Waste Room, accessible to ground level
- No change, because the current layout of daycare program has no programmatic issues that needs re-configuration
- Family Child Care, Acorn & Red Oak administrative staff convenience for walk-in parental services
Precendent design samples of interior space
Integrated Conference Area - Informal - Lounge - Comfort - Relaxation - Privacy
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BOSTON CHINATOWN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER - SPACE ALLOCATION PLAN
Level 3 Plan Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
Level 4 Plan Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
Level 5 Plan Scale: 1/16” = 1’-0”
- Re-configuration of Youth Center’s office furniture layout
- Adding a teacher’s lounge to engage staff communication
- Change the large Recycle Room/Janirto’s office into an Adult Education classroom.
- Shared Adult Education classroom may be use for teacher’s personal “homeroom” space
- Open office space concept to incorporate interns, volunteers & staff - Constitute the 4th level primarily for BCNC staff
- Activity room for Family Services Program to acquire private sessions and interviews with parents
- Copier room to inherit inhouse community engagement as a destination
Open Floor Concept - Display - Transitions of space - Interaction - Common area - Charm effect - Spacial icon
Interactive Office Environment - Sense of collaboration - Build in-house community - Increase productivity MARCH 2011 - AUGUST 2011
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EXECUTION STRATEGY
Scheme # 1
OBSERVATION ROOM 515
- Design office furniture layout for Family Services staff on 5th Level - Provide space for new interns and Family Services staff - Demolish toilet room in substitution for private conference room - Increase productivity and interactions with staff - Provide furniture cost estimates
BASIS OF DESIGN
Objectives:
ACTIVITY ROOM 502
OFFICE 513
TOILET ROOM 512
Office design and specification layout Scale: 1/4” = 1’-0”
Interface Umbrella Diagram
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Furniture Cost Estimate: (compliments of Serena Yee)
Scheme # 1 Equality Layout
ROOM: Small Meeting Room Small Meeting Room
ITEM Target Ͳ 36" Modern Dining Table Ikea Snille Visitor Chair in red
Group Office Group Office Group Office
Ikea Vika Amon/Vika Curry 78" IkeaVika Amon/Vika Curry 39" Ikea Rickard Swivel Chair
QTY SIZE PRICE 1 36"DIA x 29"H 3 21 5/8"W x 19 5/8"D x 30 3/8"H 2 2 6
$119.99 $19.99
TOTAL $119.99 $59.97
$62.50 $19.99 $17.99
$125.00 $39.98 $107.94
TOTAL AMOUNT
$452.88
78 3/4" x 23 5/8"D x 28 3/4"H 39 3/8" x 23 5/8" x 28 3/4" 21 5/8"D x 16 1/2"
OBSERVATION ROOM 505
Scheme #2 Singleton of View
ROOM: Small Meeting Room Small Meeting Room
ITEM Target Ͳ 36" Modern Dining Table Ikea Snille Visitor Chair in red
Group Office Group Office Group Office Group Office
Ikea Vika Amon/Vika Curry 78" IkeaVika Amon/Vika Curry 39" Ikea Vika Amon/Vika Annefors Ikea Rickard Swivel Chair
QTY SIZE PRICE 1 36"DIA x 29"H 3 21 5/8"W x 19 5/8"D x 30 3/8"H 1 2 1 6
$119.99 $19.99
TOTAL $119.99 $59.97
$62.50 $19.99 $124.48 $17.99
$62.50 $39.98 $124.48 $107.94
TOTAL AMOUNT
$514.86
78 3/4" x 23 5/8"D x 28 3/4"H 39 3/8" x 23 5/8" x 28 3/4" 94 1/2" X 47 1/2"D x 23 5/8"D 21 5/8"D x 16 1/2"
OBSERVATION ROOM 505
Scheme #3 Island Style
ROOM: Small Meeting Room Small Meeting Room
ITEM Ikea Salmi Table Ikea Snille Visitor Chair in red
Group Office Group Office Group Office Group Office
Ikea Vika Amon/Vika Curry 78" Ikea Vika Amon/Vika Curry 39" IkeaVika Amon/Vika Curry 59" Ikea Rickard Swivel Chair
QTY SIZE PRICE 1 42"DIA x 28 3/4"H 3 21 5/8"W x 19 5/8"D x 30 3/8"H 2 1 1 6
78 3/4" x 23 5/8"D x 28 3/4"H 39 3/8" x 23 5/8" x 28 3/4" 59" x 29 1/2" x 28 3/4" 21 5/8"D x 16 1/2"
$99.00 $19.99
TOTAL $99.00 $59.97
$62.50 $19.99 $53.99 $17.99
$125.00 $19.99 $53.99 $107.94
TOTAL AMOUNT
$465.89
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CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY - WYANT FIELD HOUSE SUMMARY
Client: Project: Team: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
Case Western Reserve University Wyant Field House Goody Clancy Cleveland, Ohio Collegiate Athletic Facility New Construction Schematic Design July 2011 32,000 gsf
In the Spring of 2010, Case Western Reserve University invited Goody Clancy to return to the successful North Residential Village, designed by Goody Clancy and completed in 2005, to continue the design of the un-built Field House. The original design of the Field House, taken to preliminary design by the Goody Clancy design team in 2002 was envisioned as the final piece
that would complete the North Village campus design. The initial task, undertaken by the design team in the Summer of 2010 in close collaboration with the CWRU Campus Planning and Facilities Management Staff, was to rigorously define a Basis of Design (BOD) for the donor-named “Wyant Field House”. The design team was then asked to develop a series of options that would allow CWRU balcony
football coach
training room
equ issue equ storage laundry
varsity weight room meeting room
football locker room
commons
mech room
mech add
film
additional locker
waiting
undefined cl / stor
practice room
film
additional locker
admin offices
workout / weight room
m
varsity club
m
w
w
balcony
Key Circulation entry
Phase 1 Phase 2
Basis of Design - Level 1 Plan Diagram
Basis of Design - Level 2 Plan Diagran MAY 2011 - JULY 2011
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PLANS & SECTIONS
The design team was then asked to develop two distinct phases in terms of budgeting for construction. A preliminary design and a conceptual cost estimate were then developed to accommodate the phasing and internal functions of the Field House as established by preliminary requests of the donor and the day-to-day functions described by the Director for Athletic and Physical Education.
Phase 2
Open to Below Admin
Admin
Varsity Club
Varsity Club Balcony
Lounge
Schematic Design - Level 2 Plan Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
East Street 118th
Practice Room
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CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY - WYANT FIELD HOUSE
SLATE ROOF
Attic MECHANICAL
ARCHITECTURAL BRICK
MEMBRANE ROOF ATTIC 30' - 0"
MEMBRANE ROOF
Corridor
PRECAST COLUMN
CURTAIN WALL W/ALUMINUM FRAME
LEVEL 2 15' - 0"
Workout / Weight Room
Covered Walk
ARCHITECTURAL BRICK LEVEL 1 0' - 0"
Schematic Design - West Wing Sectional of Varsity Club / Weight Room
Moved foward from the Basis of Design to Schemetic Design, CRWU came to the realization that they were not able to support the budget of Phase 2. They’ve asked us to only work on the design
of Phase 1, and be mindful to accommodate the future construction of Phase 2 as they’re indecisive of the their programming needs.
Schematic Design Submission, Area Analysis - Phase 1 Program 2010 Required Net
Room Name
Floor
Dec. 2010 Basis of Design
July 2011 Schematic Design
Balance SD-BOD
Comments
Level 1 Practice Room (Including Storage)
4,500
4,500
6,885
Level 1 Workout / Weight room
4,500
4,525
4,164
-361
962
735
-227
Level 1 Entry Vestibule and Lobby Level 1 Reception / Control
2,385
200
200
129
-71
1,800
1,370
1,835
465
Level 1 Men Restroom/Locker Room/ Shower Room
300
300
255
-45
Level 1 Women Restroom/Locker Room/ Shower Room
300
300
250
-50
238
238
3,000
2,689
-311
352
226
-126
Level 1 Commons
Level 1 Unisex Toilet
Practice Room 6,165, Storage 725
Includes Display Wall
0
Level 1 Fire Control Room
50
Level 2 Varsity Club
3,000
Level 2 Kitchenette Level 2 Lounge
1,200
843
-357
Level 2 Commons
1,369
1,346
-23
Level 2 Men Restroom
200
178
-22
Level 2 Women Restroom
200
211
11
Level 2 Coat Room
61
61
Accommodates 112 seats (14 tables, 8 seats each)
Accommodate visitors prior to an event Includes Display Wall
Additional Program
Level 2 Administrative Suite - 20 person meeting
400
402
390
-12
Potential secondary use for classroom / tutoring functions
Level 2 Administrative Suite - 6 person meeting
150
152
156
4
Potential secondary use for classroom / tutoring functions
23
Level 2 Administrative Suite - Coaches' office
144
145
168
Level 2 Storage Room & Custodial Closet
250
250
250
0
15,594
19,427
21,009
1,582
1,175
1,654
479
Accommodates 102 seats (17 tables, 6 seats each) Additional Space (previously in Phase II)
Total NSF Level 2 Balcony Level 2 Corridor (North Wall)
Level 1 Mechanical Room Level Attic
Attic - Mechanical
Total NSF
15,594
Total GSF
23,991
0
20,602 24,250
1,000
0
Balcony, Corridor and Attic not included
844
844
23,507
2,905
Balcony, Corridor and Attic included
31,529
7,279
Includes Attic and all Mechanical Services
370
-630
3,200
3,200
Includes Elect/Plumb Rm., Machine Rm. And Technology Rm. Accommodates AHUs, Boilers and Pumps
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PLANS & SECTIONS
METAL PANEL RAINSCREEN ACOUSTICAL TILE
Practice Room GYM WALL PADDED UP TO 7'-0"
• Commons: There are two locations for public entry /varsity club and for student activity at the east end of the facility. The additional commons area located at the east side anticipates the second phase of the project and becomes an ideal internal vertical hub with excellent focused proximity to the various locker rooms, the practice room and access to the green space. • Circulation: The commons allows for efficient use of the common area while keeping circulation to a minimum and to good use in the phasing strategy. Daylight is considered in the section through the corridor with the use of skylights. Egress, life safety and flexible access to the building from both the west end and the east end have been considered.
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Perspective rendering of north facade from field GOODY CLANCY & ASSOCIATES
• Practice room: The practice room is located to the east, with good visibility from the commons/hub. Students can relax in the commons space while looking through a glass wall at the practice room from both levels. A potential storage room is proposed to the far east end of the room.
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MEMBRANE ROOF ATTIC 30' - 0"
METAL PANEL RAINSCREEN
LEVEL 2 15' - 0"
Practice Room RECEPTION DESK
LEVEL 1 0' - 0"
Schematic Design - East Wing Sectional of Practice Room Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
FEILD HOUSE
PARKING GARAGE
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
With the participation of our landscape architect, we have developed the site design to reinforce the circulation pattern to and around the building, as well as to subtly demarcate the different zones of the site. Emphasize on the entry in linking the garage entry and the Commons, the site is divided roughly into two areas; the outer area which is more public and the inner area, which is more specifically devoted to the Field House and its activities. This demarcation was seen by Case as an important gesture along this outer edge of the complex, as it will reinforce the fact that the stadium area is more private.
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FACADE STUDY
Commons Facade: Study 1
Commons Facade: Study 2
Commons Facade Study 3
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Attempt to connect the Varsity Club to the Practice Room was not as simple as it appeared to be. The exterior facade of the Varsity Club advocates the idea of carrying a legacy in following traditions. The Practice Room is its dedication of greater potential Parking Building on East 118th Street in reaching new heights for their athletic programs. Understanding the connection between the two wings of the design that holds different meaning, but yet stands by each other is important. I then conducted various facade studies of the Commons Room that ties the relationship with the building design and the Residential Village.
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY - WYANT FIELD HOUSE
Schematic Design - North Elevation 1/32” = 1’-0”
Considering the West Wing exterior covered with Architectural brick, trimmed with cast stone defines the connection and completion of the inner track of the CWRU Residential Village. The transferring idea of grasping the design of the adjacent Parking Building of the perforated metal screen and the mechanical room bump out from the main building, adopting that geometric design concept to the Commons Facade.
Southeast rendering from stadium seating
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FACADE STUDY SLATE ROOFING SHINGLE EXTERIOR PLYWOOD SHEATHING RIGID INSULATION VAPOR PERMEABLE MOISTURE BARRIER METAL ROOF DECK SPRAY FIREPROOFING UNDERLAYING STRUCTURE VARIES - SEE STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS
F1 - SLATE ROOF ON METAL DECK (SLOPED) HORIZONTAL ALUMINUM SUNSHADE DEVICE ALUMINUM SUNSHADE MOUNT TO CARRIER BRACKET CARRIER RAIL TO MULLION 1" INSULATED TEMPERED GLASS
VARIES
1" 1"
3"
ALUMINUM FRAME
3A.2 - CURTAIN WALL W/ ALUMINUM FRAME
Schematic Design Base Option - South Elevation Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
5/8"
6"
5/8"
1 1/2" 0" 3"
3" INSULATED METAL PANEL 1/2" VERTICAL JOINT GASKET AIR SPACE VAPOR PERMEABLE MOISTURE BARRIER EXTERIOR GYPSUM SHEATHING 6" LIGHT METAL FRAMING GYPSUM WALL BOARD
C1 - INSULATED METAL PANEL W/ LMF BACKUP
3 7/8"
5/8"
1 5/8"
7 3/4"
1 1/2" 3"
3" INSULATED METAL PANEL 1/2" VERTICAL JOINT GASKET AIR SPACE VAPOR PERMEABLE MOISTURE BARRIER 8" CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT 1 5/8" LIGHT METAL FRAMING GYPSUM WALL BOARD GYMNASIUM WALL PADDING UP TO 7'-0"
C1 - INSULATED METAL PANEL W/ CMU BACKUP BRICK (MATCH EXISTING RESIDENTIAL VILLAGE)
Schematic Design Alternate Option - South Elevation Scale: 1/32” = 1’-0”
BRICK TIE
5/8"
1 5/8"
7 5/8"
3"
1 3/4"
3 5/8"
AIR SPACE RIGID INSULATION VAPOR PERMEABLE MOISTURE BARRIER 8" CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT 1 5/8" LIGHT METAL FRAMING GYPSUM WALL BOARD
A2 - BRICK WALL W/ CMU BACKUP
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Exterior Wall and Roof Types A1 - Brick wall w/LMF backup A2 – Brick wall w/CMU backup B1 – Precast w/LMF backup B2 – Precast w/CMU backup C1 – Insulated Metal panel w/LMF backup C2 - Insulated Metal panel w/CMU backup D1 – Metal Panel Rain screen w/LMF backup D2 – Metal Panel Rain screen w/CMU backup E - Blank F1 – Slate roof on metal deck (sloped) G1 – Standing seam roof on metal deck (sloped) H1 – Membrane roof on metal deck (flat)
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY - WYANT FIELD HOUSE
Exterior Window/Glazing Types 1A –Aluminum frame window w/1” insulated tempered glass w/OLARBAN 70 coating 2A - Aluminum frame window w/1” insulated tempered glass w/SOLARBAN 70 coating and vertical and horizontal precast sunshades 3A.1 - Curtain wall w/laminated timber backup, captured (verti cal)/structurally (horizontal), 1” insulated tempered glass w/SOLARBAN 70 coating and horizontal aluminum sunshades 3A.2 - Curtain wall w/aluminum frame, captured (vertical)/ structurally (horizontal), 1” insulated tempered glass w/ SOLARBAN 70 coating and horizontal aluminum sunshades
3B - Curtain wall w/aluminum frame, captured (vertical)/structurally (horizontal), 1” insulated tempered glass w/SOLARBAN 70 coating 4A – Continuous ribbon window w/aluminum frame, captured, 1” insulated laminated glass w/SOLARBAN 70 coating 5A – Integrated window system at Insulated Metal panel 6A - NanaWall WD66, Wood framed sliding door system w/1” insulated tempered glass w/SOLARBAN 70 coating
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STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK - INSTITUTE FOR HUMAN PERFORMANCE EXPANSION SUMMARY
Client: Project: Team: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
State University of New York - Upstate Medical University Institute for Human Performance Expansion Goody Clancy Syracuse, New York Institutional Laboratory Expansion Construction Documents April 2011 160,000 gsf
The Institute for Human Performance Expansion (IHPX) is envisioned as a natural extension of the original IHP, with all of its floor levels aligning with those of the original building. The Expansion is conceived as a single mass the full length of the site, with the mechanical penthouse integral to the rest of the building mass along the three exposed sides, rather than expressing it as a separate form. The design intention is for a boldly contemporary building whose vocabulary expresses the linear nature of the design parti and massing. The form is a “bar” running north-south along South Crouse, connected to the original building via a glass slot that is expressed as a recessed plane of curtainwall at the north and south ends, and that continues as a linear skylight along the junction between new and old.
that were built with the IHP define the north, east and south edges of the site. The grade at the property line is highest at the southeast corner, and falls away to the north and the west. The parking lot is thus effectively in a “pit”. One of the important technical challenges is to insert the new construction so as to avoid undermining the retaining walls which support the streets, as such disruption would be costly. Accordingly, the foundation and structure of the expansion are designed to stand clear of the wall for the most part; however, the tallest (SE) corner needs to be rebuilt because it is shallower, resulting in an earth berm being located there in lieu of a deep wall foundation.
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PROGRAMMING
Programming The expansion of laboratories at the IHP and associated renovations are intended to support research into Disorders of the Nervous System. There will be a mix of research methods pursued in the expansion labs, requiring primarily wet lab, but also some dry lab spaces. The traditional laboratory space at the IHP has been based on a “closed” or room-type model. Increasingly, biomedical research has been able to utilize a more flexible “open” model. There are advantages and disadvantages to each model.
The expansion of the IHP will make optimal use of both open and closed lab models with the ability to shift space between the two. The third floor has been configured for initial occupancy as approximately 40/60 Open/Closed and the fourth floor is configured approximately 60/40 Open/Closed.
Connections diagram between lab floors|vivarium and lab floors to parking
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STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK - INSTITUTE FOR HUMAN PERFORMANCE EXPANSION
IHPX EXPANSION
EXISTING BUILDING
Vertical section program diagram
Interior Layout The interior layout of the IHP-plus-expansion is intended to convey the sense of a unified research facility, particularly on levels three and four. By contrast, our proposed design approach to the building’s exterior is to create a bold contrast with the existing IHP. The expansion has been conceived as a modern building whose vocabulary expresses
the linear nature of the “bar” scheme and the vertical layering of parking, lab/vivarium and penthouse. At the north and south ends of the building, the lab zone is expressed as a unified mass, with the “slot” between existing and new expressed as a mostly glazed connector, thus providing a clear visual break between new and old.
Atrium space connecting exsiting building and new IHPX MAY 2011 - JUNE 2012
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Typical Labs There are two basic wet lab types, open and closed wet labs. The intent of the design is to give UMU the long-term ability to make any number of shortterm changes between these different types with minimal cost and disruption. Labs are being designed to make maximal use of “plug-in” benches or any technology to increase flexibility where appropriate. Open labs are labs that encompass multiple lab units and multiple investigators within a single space. Lab benches rather than rooms are dedicated to individual faculty. Closed or room-type labs are individual lab rooms dedicated to individual investigators. Generally, “open” type labs will support most of the traditional cell and research whereas “closed” lab tends to better support the degree of isolation for both procedures and for specific equipment. Open labs are considered more flexible for changes in research and offer a greater degree of interaction between personnel from different labs.
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Area of Analysis
Level 1 - Parking/Mech Level 2 - Vivarium Level 3 - Lab Level 4 - Lab Level 5 - Mech Penthouse Total
Gross Area (SF)
Net Area (SF)
Net/Gross (%)
Circulation (SF)
Circ./Gross (%)
33,571 33,326 34,861 32,180 24,335
493 24,931 22,056 21,939
1% 75% 63% 68%
130 4,968 3,558 5,373
0% 15% 10% 17%
158,273
69,419
Atrium (SF)
Loading Dock (SF)
Mech. (SF)
1,054 4,275
14,029
4,275
2,871 1,007 1,014 19,647
1,054
24,539
EXPANSION STING BUILDING
IHP MAINT TEAM 310
EMERG
DEPT. SPPT ROOM 3102A
Typical Laboratory Plan Scale: 1/64” = 1’-0” MAY 2011 - JUNE 2012
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Characteristics & Construction
Perspective rendering of parking lot entrance
We have shaped the primary mass so that the north and south walls are sloped outward from bottom to top, with the east elevation being vertical. This form, in combination with the use of linear windows on the third and fourth floors, is intended to activate the exterior and give a sense of linear movement and interest. On the south elevation, the
slope also facilitates sun-shading. The metal panel cladding contrasts with the proposed clad in splitface ashlar-coursed limestone, picking up on the buff color of one of the IHP’s bricks and providing a more robust cladding near the ground.
1604 SAND AND GAS INTERCEPTOR MANHOLE AND PIPING FROM GARAGE DRAINS
PLR
PARKING LINES
DRIVE LANE (23'-0")
NES NE S
PAINTED LI LINE NES
BUS STOP
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15' - 6 7/8"
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REINSTALL EXISTING CONTROL BOOTH REMOVED FROM SITE & STORED UNDER BP1
10 1/4" COL ENCL AT COL N4
11' - 0" EXT. WALL TYP ALUM COMP MTL CLADDIN
STL GRA R TE 1' - 4"
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CURB BEYON EYOND
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VEHICULAR R EXIT BOLLARD 0' - 3"
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Parking Garage South Wall - Elevator, Mechanical Room, Stair & Plumbing Room Scale: 3/32” = 1’-0”
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N3 21' - 0"
N2 21' - 0"
N1 17' - 11"
2' - 1 1/8"
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CHARACTERISTICS & CONSTRUCTION
Chameleon Aluminum Composite Panel inspirited by themes from nature such as iridescent colors. The surface coated with a special high gloss painting which brings a smooth and colorful feeling. Interaction between light and material, reflection, diffraction and absorption are the secrets of color effects in nature. Chameleon Aluminum Composite
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Panel shows fantasy decorative effects, especially used in public for interior and exterior decoration, commercial chains, exhibition advertising and so on. To offset the contrast, we proposed that the exterior finish be a combination of terra-cotta rainscreen cladding at the base and curtainwall. The intensive composition will give warmth and color transformation from the reflectance of light comprises of two different depths of panel to provide shadow and further compositional interest. The widths of the panels will vary across the facade, further enhancing the irregularity.
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Exterior Mockup Day 1
Exterior Mockup Day 2
Exterior Mockup Day 3
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Structural steel framing Stone cladding at base Light gauge metal framing Vapor barrier Curtainwall system
Semi-rigid insulation Air Barrier & Membrane
Metal panel system Silicone sealant
P.H. ROOF DECK 89'-0"
LEVEL 5 69'-0"
LEVEL 4 52'-0"
LEVEL 3 36'-0" NTERSTITIAL DECK 25'-8 1/2" LEVEL 2 16'-0"
LEVEL 1 0'-0"
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Summary ........................................................................................ page 105 Space Fit-out ................................................................................ page 108 Systems Coordination ............................................................... page 110
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BOSTON UNIVERSITY - ADMISSIONS RECEPTION CENTER SUMMARY
Client: Project: Team: Location: Building Type: Construction Type: Phase: Submission Period: Area:
Boston University Admissions Reception Center Goody Clancy Boston, Massachusetts Collegiate Admission/Reception Center Renovation & Addition Construction Documents June 2012 20,000 gsf
Boston University engaged us to study the feasibility of locating the admissions and reception functions in the former Hillel House at 233 Bay State Road. The design efforts to date have focused on developing a reasonable approach for renovation/ adaptive reuse of the existing building, with exploration of potential expansion. As requested by the Admissions Office, the Center needs 9,600sf of program space. This allows for ample waiting and reception areas and a variety of meeting spaces. The program includes an auditorium-style room with up to 200 seats and a smaller gathering space with 50 seats. To accommodate these assemblies, generous restroom allowances are necessary needing to service 233 Bay State Road
(233 BSR) and the Castle. Office space for staff and students is also included in the 9,600sf figure. A central location on campus is a critical requirement for the Center, easily allowing tours to visit or view many of the University’s key facilities. Important to each visit is the presentation of key features of the campus such as historic Bay State Road and the views of the Charles River.
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The building at 233 Bay State Road was constructed as the Hillel House in 1953 and remained in use until the program moved to its new location in 2007, since which time it has been vacant. The building consists of 15,500gsf distributed among a basement and three floors. It shares its easterly wall with the west wall of the Castle. Extensive interior renovations will be necessary to bring the building up to current code mandates as well as meeting the needs of the program. By carefully locating the new elevator along the east wall, connections are simultaneously made into the Castle, thereby making it accessible to wheelchair users.
Historic Content The architect for 233 Bay State Road was Krokyn and Browne and it was built in the International Style. The late Candace Jenkins, the University’s consultant in architectural history, considered the building to be “a handsome and uncommon example of the International Style in downtown Boston, in particular, and the Boston metropolitan region in general.”
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Initially, Boston University was persistent in demolishing the Hillel House until we convinced them with our feasibility study. This building is the only International Style building that is built, and better more of its time period. Its the only International style building that sits in the Greater Boston area, and that is an iconic feature of this building. There is a parti-wall that splits 233 BSR and the Castle, in which we proposed the purpose of the renovation is to service both buildings. Each structure does not have a core elevator service, so applying one would work towards the advantage of updating the accessibility requirements to code with some variances due to the nature of the existing conditions. The challenge we faced was that each floor height from either buildings were not within the same plain. Needed to update the required occupancy in the number of restrooms.
The design coordination with our engineers was very challenging. In acknowledging Boston University’s desires, we wanted to design what would best suit the building. We and the mechanical consultant looked at two options: the Variable Air Volume (VAV) system which consumes a lot space, and the Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system which takes up less space and the innovation of mechanical systems. With a confined mechanical system, we can maximize the ceiling height and apply smaller rooftop units; leaving more for to add other programmatic needs.
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SPACE FIT-OUT
Aerial view of plaza along Bay State Road (compliments of Reed Hilderbrand landscape architect)
Space Fit-out
The design is fundamentally a “gut” renovation, as there is no significant interior detail or character extant in the building. We see the exterior of the building as requiring a thorough restoration of the stone façade, new windows and of course a new roof. The three most visible elements of the proposed design are:
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THE CASTLE
ADDITION
233 BSR
• A new addition on the north side of the building, principally providing expanded waiting/lounge area at the first floor, with a roof terrace above (outside the auditorium) and potentially additional lounge space at the lower level. This addition will also include a new egress stair, and the intention is that the entire addition be glass, to make it as visually light and transparent as possible, both to facilitate panoramic views out, and to allow views in from the outside, to the original building behind.
• A new entrance on Bay State Road, as a glazed element with a prominent canopy. In combination with a reconfigured streetscape that results in a deeper sidewalk area in front of the building to accommodate larger groups of visitors, this expanded entry will be more visible as one approaches the ilding from the east. building
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THE CASTLE
Third Floor Plan
233 BSR
ADDITION
233 BSR
THE CASTLE THE CASTLE
Second Floor Plan
233 BSR
ADDITION
ADDITION
Garden Floor Plan
Vertical circulation diagram connection to the Castle
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SYSTEMS COORDINATION
Systems Coordination
Option 2: Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system Variable Refrigerant Flow system: a 30-ton simultaneous cooling and heating heat pump system will be provided to serve the main building. VRF systems utilize an inverter drive on the compressor and the outdoor fan motor, variable refrigerant ow through the indoor units, simultaneous heating and cooling operation, and an integrated control system allowing for scheduling of equipment in each room to maximize energy performance. The system will consist of roof-mounted simultaneous cooling and heating outdoor heat pump units, multiple indoor fan coil units, and corresponding system and zone controllers. Each thermostatically controlled zone will have separate dedicated indoor horizontal fan
coil unit(s) with supply and return ductwork. Compressors will operate on environmentally friendly refrigerant R-410a only. Ventilation air will be treated separately using energy recovery units RTU-2 and RTU-3 described below. The VRF system will be provided with a central controller with BACnet or LonWorks interface cards for complete integration with the main Building Management Systems (BMS). Supplemental Hot Water System: A 500-mbh hot water plant consisting of two 250-mbh condensing boilers will be provided.
VRF System New - T.O. Roof Steel 74' - 2"
&DVWOH T.O. Wall Mechanical 30x20
New - Penthouse 62' - 8"
2' - 1 1/2"
8' - 10 1/2"
Roof - Existing 60' - 6"
30x18
&DVWOH Third Floor
Third Floor - Existing
New - Third Floor 48' - 6"
3' - 1"
8' - 11 1/2"
48' - 6"
&DVWOH Second Floor
24x18
New - Second Floor 35' - 5"
Second Floor - Existing 33' - 11"
8' - 2 1/2"
&DVWOH First Floor
18x18
First Floor - Existing
New - First Floor 22' - 3" &DVWOH Basement New - First Floor at Entry
3' - 3"
6' - 11"
22' - 3"
Garden Floor - Existing
New - Garden Floor 11' - 10 1/2"
11' - 10 1/2"
New - Elevator Pit 6' - 10 1/2" 233 Bay State Road
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• RTU-1 (waiting area/ ofďŹ ces/lobbies): 5,500-cfm. Unit will be variable volume, plenum return, with lined ductwork for sound attenuation. Room exhaust (from plenum) will be utilized for heat recovery. Unit will be provided a set amount of fresh air at all times. Unit will process toilet room and other non-hazardous exhaust for heat recovery.
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• RTU-2 (auditorium): 3,000-cfm. Unit will be constant volume, fully ducted, with sound attenuation. Unit will be provided with damper controlled demand control ventilation based on space CO2 concentration. Room exhaust will be utilized for heat recovery.
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Mechanical Roof Top Equipment Study (heigh dimension from Penthouse Roof level) Penthouse Elevator Shaft
Height Height
135“ 166“
RTU-1 (Roof Top Unit - 1) Length Width Height
161” 87“ 60“
Curb Distance from Edge Total Height
RTU-2
RTU-1
Heat Pump
24“ 146“ 84“ Aerial view of mechanical rooftop equipment
RTU-2 (Roof Top Unit-2) Length Width Height
208“ 94“ 82“
Curb Distance from Edge
24“ 164“
Total Height
106“
HP (Heat Pump) Length Width Height Curb/Dunnage Distance from Edge Total Height
48“ 30“ 65“ 24“ 144“ 89“
Vertical Section showing sightline relationship between roadway and existing buidlings to East and South
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The design concept for the north addition is an architectural expression that prioritizes the views through the glass curtain-wall to the existing masonry structure in the program areas, and by contrast, treats the required vertical circulation as a different element, expressed differently. We executed this concept through the use of two distinct architectural elements: a transparent, crisp horizontal curtain-wall band at the first floor that highlights the activity from within (and facilitates panoramic views across the river), and a vertical, translucent channel-glass stairwell enclosure which intentionally conceals movement within and provides a visually soft and neutral counterpoint to the Castle on the east. Translucent Channel Glass System (Pilkington Profilit Products Gallery)
Storrow Drive East Bound view of north addition
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The channel glass system of standard cast surface of allowing natural light through while maintaining privacy. Energy efficent with LowE coating and the option of aerogel insulation. The optimal ability to be utilized in curved walls. Aluminum perimeter frame provides additional structural strength and approved in North America of hurricane rated systems.
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ROOF
PENTHOUSE ROOF
THIRD FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
FIRST FLOOR
ENTRY FLOOR
GARDEN FLOOR
Horizontal Detail - Channel Glass Jamb Scale: 3/4” = 1’-0”
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Resume:
20 Newell Road Brookline, MA 02446 617.953.5466 wendall.chin2@gmail.com
Began my innovative design career in the automotive industry, I altered to pursue my passion in the design and construction of Architecture. Highly motivated and meticulous design professional with a conscientious collaborative work ethic. Intuitive dynamic ability to perform under immense pressure. CORE COMPETENCIES:
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS:
• Exceptional drafting and rendering ability. • Keen understanding of construction materials and components. • Proficient knowledge of academic research facilities and sports complexes. • Advanced application with: Autodesk Revit Google SketchUp AutoCAD Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop InDesign Illustrator • Proficient application with: 3D Studio Max Bluebeam PDF Revu Autodesk Navisworks Microsoft Office Suite: Excel Word PowerPoint
Production drafter and Building Information Modeling throughout the design and construction phase Integrated Project Delivery coordination with project team and consultants Marketing proposals of producing conceptual and photorealistic renderings for graphic presentations and booklets Conduct site planning, site analysis and preliminary investigations of space Exploration of innovative materials and assembly systems Research codes and accessibility of existing and new development Review of submittals and response to RFI’s Administrative tasks of documentation management
EDUCATION:
JT Motoring - Boston, MA
Boston Architectural College Bachelor of Architecture Candidate Anticipated Graduation - 2013
Hands-on experience with the innovative automotive technology of high performance products. Ingenuity and precision to achieve vehicle’s maximum potential. Designed custom solutions for client based on their budget and performance requirements, achieving optimal balance of goals vs. costs Researched manufacturer installation specifications Diagnosed and troubleshot vehicle performance issues and imperfections
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: ADD Inc. - Boston, MA
Design Coordinator
Integral part of the design staff with the core production of BIM software. Design luxury residential towers for private developers. Goody Clancy - Boston, MA
Design Intern
Automotive Technician
COMMUNITY DESIGN:
NCARB Intern Development Program Enrolled - 2011
Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center - Boston, MA
Project Leader
Sporting Activities: volleyball, basketball, golf, baseball, bicycling, snowboarding
03/2003 - 05/2006
04/2011 - 09/2011
Provided community design services for BCNC with the goal of designing and allocating space to best serve the local community. NACIVT, Boston Chapter - Boston, MA
ADDITIONAL INTERESTS:
06/2007 - 06/2012
Design staff and administrator of design projects of institutional buildings for private and state agencies, including residential halls, dining facilities, laboratories, gymnasiums, and admissions center.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Nominee for BAC Portfolio of the Year Award - 2009
06/2012 - Present
Administrative Coordinator
06/2010 - 09/2010
North American Chinese Invitational Volleyball Tournament, the City of Boston is one of the seven major cities that sanctions a three day compressive event. I participated in the planning and administrative process to accommodate over 2,500 attendees which made the event a success.