PORTFOLIO OF WILLIAM MAURO

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PORTFOLIO OF WILLIAM MAURO

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CUBE PROJECT designing inside the box

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

People typically want to think outside the box. In this case the challenge will come from working inside the box. The intended goals for this project were to create thoughtful designs inside the dimensions of a cube and to find a balance between solid and void space. The creation of complex designs out of gradients of transparency is the primary objective of the project.

CUBE INTRODUCTION

At the start of this project, iterative learning techniques assisted me and guided my intentions. Through repetition my preliminary designs improved, paving the way to what is now incorporated in this portfolio. With clear direction, my focus was to create a design that had modular properties. Developing a cube that could be reoriented and repeated would give my design complexity. Having the ability to subtract more from the cubes overall volume was ideal for what I was trying to accomplish. A bulky cube could take away from the visual aesthetic once repeated. The graphics displayed below show my original framework for what would become the Stacked Arch

design. In my early iterations I focused on finding meaningful proportions. I didn’t want to over-complicate the design knowing it was going to be transformed in expanded models. On pages 5 & 6, the final design of the modular unit is on display. It is called the Stacked Arch for its column like features that stem vertically and the overhung top portion. In hopes of gaining a weightless quality, it is separated into plates that grow in the x, y, and z axis. In the following pages, I created cube models that are consistent with only the original module. They appear different because I used the Stacked Arch design under horizontal and vertical rotations (transformations). I pushed the limits of the arrangement by displaying cubes with up to 64 transformations.

MODULE STACKED ARCH

The two perspective views displayed on the right utilize dotted lines. The reason for this was to demonstrate how even in its reduced form, the Stacked Arch design embodies the dimensions of a cube.

Perspective views of the module

Top View

Elevation View

STACKED ARCH

Perspective views of the Stacked Arch design

Displayed below are all utilized orientations of the module

CUBE 1 CAPSULE

The Capsule design was inspired by Japanese capsule hotels.

The interior sphere imitates the sleeping chamber.

8 transformations of the module make up Cube 1

Perspective views of the Capsule design

Top View

Elevation View

CAPSULE

Above : 64 transformations of Cube 1 - close perspective view

Below : 8 transformations of Cube 1 - two perspective views

CUBE 2 SOLITAIRE

The Solitaire design was inspired by the diamond shape on a playing card.

The modular repetition creates a diamond-like treatment on the cubes exterior.

8 transformations of the module make up Cube 2

Perspective views of the Solitaire design Top View

Elevation View

SOLITAIRE

Above : 64 transformations of Cube 2 - close perspective view

Below : 8 transformations of Cube 2 - two perspective views

CUBE 3 MONSTERA

The Monstera design was inspired by the Monstera plant.

The interior and exterior conditions of the cube, imitates the Monstera’s unique leaf pattern.

transformations of the module make up Cube 3 Perspective views of the Monstera design

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Top View

Elevation View

MONSTERA

Above : 64 transformations of Cube 3 - close perspective view

Below : 8 transformations of Cube 3 - two perspective views

STAIR PROJECT transitional space

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Stairs allow people to transition from one space to another but rarely cater to anything besides this basic function. The intended goals for this project are to challenge the existing standard, provide an exciting user experience, and utilize the strength of structural steel. The overall objective of this project is to find a new way for stairs to interact with their surroundings.

STAIR INTRODUCTION

The shape and structure of this stair is intended to maximize the entry and exit of the second story while simultaneously retaining the usable space below. Instead of having the staircase supported by stringers, each stair has its own independent and unique steel rib. These ribs are mounted to the floor and wall with the goal of seamless integrity.

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

WOOD VINYL

STAIR DETAIL

STAINLESS STEEL

STAINLESS STEEL SCREW

PROJECT 3 ART

GALLERY WILLIAM MAURO PROFESSOR CHENOWETH AXONOMETRIC DRAWINGS

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Art galleries typically cater to a large audience. They are built with all demographics in mind. The intended goals for this project are to utilize the space around the gallery, create a uniform environment, and use elevation changes to separate exterior space. The overall objective of this project is to create a setting for the artwork with functional observation space.

GALLERY INTRODUCTION

The Gallery space is 800 sq ft, oriented on a half acre plot of land. I was inspired by existing classical art galleries which influenced the columns and stone cladding material that can be seen in the following drawings and renderings. This material choice remains

consistent throughout the project to achieve cohesion. The site has multiple exterior platforms divided by stairs, but remains accessible for all, with ADA compliant ramps. The site also includes a theatre space, with artificial grass for the seating and stage. An area like this can be utilized for organized events or casual occupancy.

A - Baptist Student Union

B - YMCA Building

C - The Fountain

D - Industrial Ed. Building

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Starkville, MS

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