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Connections

happen all the time, whether you’re making connections between people, places or things, links are virtually inevitable. Shouldn’t it make sense, then, that architecture should take cues and make connections to other design disciplines? Design is involved, in some way, for most everything. And isn’t it said that inspi-ration can come from most anything? Connection. My personal views on architecture are inspired continually by other design fields and arts. Linking works, whether literally, contextually, or conceptually, to locations, the natural world or other disciplines, this portfolio is meant to prove that inter-disciplinary design can lead to innovative and creative works. Enjoy creating your own connections.

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Clemson University, Clemson, SC -Major in Art and Design concentration in Architecture -Minor in Music [cello perfor mance] [expected grad. May 2013]

South Chase Custom Homes, LLC, Roebuck, SC -Design and planning -Preparation of architectural plans, eleva tions, sections, and renderings -site visits

-Three [3] time national award winner for CAD 2-D Architectural at the Technology Student Association National Conference. -Several projects picked for Clem-son University Architectural School ac-creditation. -Active Member of the American Institute of Architecture Students, AIAS.

-Principle cellist in the Clemson University Symphony Orchestra. -Cellist in the Clemson University String Quartet.

-Advanced skills in Auto CAD, Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustra-tor, Adobe InDesign, Google SketchUp 8, Kerkythea 2008. -Microsoft Word Applications -Adobe Creative Suite

-Outgoing and Personable -Creative, Resourceful and Passionate -Eye for design and materials -Strong communication skills and Bilingual [spanish] -Strong Sketching skills -Strong Graphic communication skills -Ability to multi-task and create high quality work -Team leading

_710 Terrace Creek Dr., Duncan, SC, 29334. 864-431-6358. Nlanzet@clemson.edu.*References available upon request

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A composition comprised of three moments, one path, all working together to form one itinerary. In addition, these elements must describe certain characteristics of an individ-ual. These characteristics not only describe and contribute to this composition and design, they also form a connection.

Bavarian Mo-tor Works, also known in short as BMW, form some of the most beautiful and dynamic shapes in the au-tomotive industry. Com-bining aggressive lines with elegance, sporti-ness, and move-ment, designs show a wide range of styling, but they are ultimately all the “ultimate driving machine”.

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featured on BMW’s high end product, the

design influence is noticeable. Strong angles, sharp angular lines,

“movement” through shapes, and even a hint of color that is associated with sport

vehicles, all contribute to the design’s outer shell.

Underneath, the design features a tall stair tower, that simulates a vehicles un-derpinning, or metal frame. This tall structure allows for the design’s “sheet metal”, or outer shell, to hang from it, just as a vehicles sheet metal is at-tached to its rigid frame.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; rending of the north-east elevation. Interior experi-ence of event II.

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CONTRIBUTION__ CONCEPT __ MASTER PLAN __ BRIDGE DESIGN

The green spine is a comprehensive design concept that infuses modern, bold, and organic impres-sions into the Columbia landscape through an overhaul of the old railway into a Rails-to-Trails path and more. The design integrates four main components: Bridge, Tunnel, Branding, and Bike to create a cohesive linkage between Finlay Park and The Vista via the green spine. Though being the project manager, my main focus and individual contribution was the bridge. The bridge is a literal and conceptual connection for the residents of Columbia simluating as though a strip of landscape was draped upon an urban area.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; rending beneath the Final Bridge Design. Siteplan of the overall Master Plan. NATHAN LANZETTI

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ent through the general approach of the struc-tural forms. Aimed at being arranged in a natural and easy manner, the forms are evocative of a gi-ant cloth draped upon Columbia, remaining low-lying and seamless—never abrupt or lacking integration—they manifest themselves as effortless and instinctive.

Fabric is introduced throughout the design not only in the dictation of forms, but also liter-ally in the tensile fabric shades that provide prac-tical shade as well as compelling, natural forms.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Energy sketch of intended design energy. Overall rendering of completed Bridge design. CAD section of bridge deck.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Final 1/8” model of full master plan. Experience of the bridge “junction” at the pedestrian tunnel.

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connecting design co reYEAR LEVEL__ 3RD UNDERGRADUATEPROFESSOR__ ROBERT HOGAN

Urban design and campus plan-ning is about making connections between people and places, movement and ur-ban form, nature and the built fabric. The concept for “Campus Core” was derived from the need, and desire, to create the youthful energy of a city within the Clemson University Cam-pus. The concept resulted in a few key pieces; Mixed-use struc-tures, Public spaces, Private spac-es, convenience, and a large “downtown” pedestrian street. The plan’s angle and orga-nization was a result of two grids that currently exist on the Clemson campus, the “Academic” grid and the “Athletic” grid. These two grids were placed proportionally on top of one another; from there massing was created followed by a series for im-portant cuts, lifts, and overhangs that solve all programmatic boundaries .

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Site context with site loca-tion previous to any design intervention. Concep-tual massing model of final master plan.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Master plan’s “Central Park” that provides a visual connection between campus icons. Massing cut through experience.

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PROFESSOR__ ROBERT HOGAN Coffee is a delicious stimulant for those in need of inspiration and energy, but what if we view coffee as a lifestyle? In some aspects, coffee is a lifestyle. Walk into a coffee shop in New York and the atmosphere is electric. There are visual artists, musicians, innovators, and more; all in one location. The truth is, coffee, as well as coffee shops, are inspir-ing and provides an undeniable energy, pun intended.

Many of today’s buildings are massive structures built by devel-opers who are not as interested in the planning of an area as they are in the amount of square feet they can profit from. Repairing this discon-nection within areas, such as strip malls, is an ad-ditional, and valuable, intent of this coffee shop, connect-ing and repairing the urban structure.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Coffee shop’s final fa-cade and pedestrian walk up area. Site Location for the coffee shop within a typical “strip mall”.

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With strong lines, graphic elements, and an en-ergetic and connective triangular shaping, the shop is a literal interpretation of coffee as a lifestyle. There are two scales, in conjunction with the ordering style they serve.

A long wall with a tall shade above serve the drive-thru window, while short walls and a low, wide, shade provide a more intimate area for those

being served at the walk-up window. Inside, the worker has complete control of

a well-lit and planned environment.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Coffee shop’s final fa-cade from the drive-thru area. Interior work space for employees only.

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YEAR LEVEL__ 3RD UNDERGRADUATEPROFESSOR__ ROBERT HOGAN

In an attempt to reinvigorate Clemson Univer-sity’s student living, a modern master plan for the Stu-dent union is in order. Having redesigned this valu-able area in a series of “cuts, lifts, and overhangs”, the new student union is a vision of the campus of the future. Mixed use buildings, sidewalks, and terracing form a “central park” that is lined with trees. Featuring areas that are private, pub-lic, protected from weather, out in the open, convenient, and exciting, there is only one envisioning left, buildings within the plan. The master plan features a series of buildings that are dedicated to student residences. From these, there is one that will be solely for upper-class students. Currently, Clemson is trying to keep more upper-class students on campus, and away from the apart-ments that seem to overtake a local town. These apartment complexes feature some very enticing amenities, including; swimming pools, gyms, hot tubs, personal bathrooms and bedrooms. So what will it take for students to stay on campus longer?

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; Site plan’s massing dia-gram with building location and expected pedes-trian circulation patterns. Final building facade.

This rejuvenation is all about what entices the youth. Large common areas, private bed-

rooms, modern living arrange-ments, and “condo” style living, all

work together to prove to students that living on campus can be cool.

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