Table Of Content

• Arch 2003: Case Study: Farnsworth House p. 3-5

• Art 4020 :Rhino 4.0 and Jewelry Design p.6-7

• Arch 2002: Work/Live (Residential Design) p.8-9

• Arch 2001: Writing Space (Residential Design) p.10

• Arch 2002: Digital Arts Venue Landscape/Urban Design p.11-12

• Arch 2001: Pottery Studio (Additive Project) p.13

• Arch 2001: Dale Chihuly Art Gallery (Subtractive Project) p.14

• Arch 1001-1002: Capturing/Defining Space Project p.15

• Arch 1002: Case Study : House O p.16

• Links: Arch 4072: Community Design Projects Arch p.17

- Arch 4062: Urban Design Project

- Arch 2006:Case Study

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3D Modeling and

Animation: I have

explored the

innovative

technique of 3d

modeling. It has

drastically

enhanced the

possibility and

growth of

Architecture and

Design. Living in a

world of cutting

edge technology

the idea of hyper-

realistic forms and

surfaces become

possible with the aid

of CAD. In this case I

have used

programs such as

PhotoShop, Rhino

4.0, and Vray.

Arch 2003: Farnsworth House Case Study

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Interior View: Living room

Fully Rendered: Exterior View

This case study assessed my skill

level on representation and

communication with CAD. I

was given the opportunity to

use AutoCad, Rhino 4.0,

Sketchup, Photoshop, 3ds max,

Vray , an Illustrator. This

semester long project would

reveal my level of expertise

with the implementation of my

personal style. This extensive

process included in-class

critiques, multiple drafts/layout

designs, editing and

development which would

ultimately result in a final

presentation.

Arch 2003: Farnsworth House Case Study

4 Rhino Model Spatial Diagram

5 Rendered Interior

3D Interior

3D Exterior

AutoCad Drawings and Diagrams

Rhino 4.0 (3D Modeling) The Essentials I took an additional digital modeling class to expand and

perfect my digital modeling skills. This will increase my

ability in designing dynamic architectural forms and

surfaces. By having this knowledge I can apply this to contemporary architectural design that will be present in

my graduate studies.

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For the past several

months I have been

interning for a

jewelry designer,

Porter Lyons. Each

piece was designed

using Rhino 4.0.

These pieces will be

mass produced and

sold through Porter

Lyons. This is

evidence that my

investigative and

extended

knowledge of 3d

modeling can be

applied to product

design. Architecture

has provided me

with the proper skills

to effectively come

up with design

solutions.

Rhino 4.0 : Jewelry Design Porter Lyon (Internship) Honeycomb Theme: Bracelet, Belt links, Egyptian Style Cuff, and Ring

Honeycomb Theme: Bracelet, Belt links

Egyptian Cuff and Honeycomb Ring

Work/Live : Magazine St. Infill Project Presented with the challenge of designing a space that would cater to

an architect that lives and works in the same place. The program would

accommodate a full service architecture office on the first floor, and a

residence the would accommodate a family of 3 on the second floor.

My final solution would echo the symbolism of boundaries, and

manifest itself into physical minimalistic form.

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1st Floor (Office)

2nd floor (Residence)

Longitudinal Section

Living Room

House O, TEN Arcquitectos Facade Sketch Model

Exterior

Patio

Process Work: • Sketch: Shifting

planes and

intersecting

boxes

• Concept derived

from residential

boundaries and

property lines in

New Orleans.

Spatial/Circulation Diagram 9

Intial Sketch

Alternate Design:

Facade Sketch

3d model: Includes the original houses

that flank my design

New Orleans Facade Design Exercise

Aerial view of model

2001: Writing Space Project: Walden Pond Concord, MA Intial research derived from reading Walden by Henry David

Thoreau. This writing space was designed with the conceptual idea

of ingesting nature. This is represented in the floor to ceiling glazing.

While taking in the lush surrounding the writer would intuitively project

his ideas upon the radiating landscape. Creating a organic

interaction.

Site: Walden Pond

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Model

Site: Walden Pond

Design Sketch

Manifesto : Includes a quote from Thoreau

Presentation Board

Presentation Board

Continuing The Pattern: My conceptual

design revolves around the natural and

physical patterns on and around the

Immediate site. The elongated striations

that run along the Shaw Center and

along the ground evoke a strong sense

of movement in the downtown area.

The impact of a contemporary pavilion

within this context follows the progressive

patterns of Downtown Baton Rouge ,

creating a perfect experience for a

digital arts venue.

Downtown Digital Arts Venue (Red Stick

Festival): Baton Rouge La. River Rd. and North Blvd.

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Grading Diagram

River Rd Elevation North Blvd. Elevation

Perspective

View from the

Shaw Center

Highline Park

Cad Drawings :Cut Plan

Park pattern sketch

Observation Deck: Facing the Retractable screen,

an River Rd

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Includes restroom

Entrance: Corner of North Blvd. and River Rd. Cantilevered observation deck provides

shading for seating area

2001:Pottery Studio: Additive Project Initially, I was provided with a formal site(white form core), and was allowed to add

upon it(chipboard and basswood). Program space of the pottery studio would

accommodate storage space, a pottery wheel, a work station, and protection from the

natural elements. Sustainable design techniques were implemented into the overall

design. My design solution includes a open floor plan, louvers, a window for cross

ventilation, and a striated screen that reduces heat gain. Ultimately, my design creates

a comfortable environment while the writer can still enjoy nature.

Ground Plan 13

Section

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3

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1.Pottery Wheel 2. Storage Closet 3. Work Station

4.Outdoor Space 5.Shaded Balcony 6.Louvers

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Art Gallery: Subtractive Project This project started with rectangular box (white foam core) in which I

was allowed to subtract from (chipboard).Gallery space would

accommodate ,1-2 people at a time.The dramatic sculpted interior

adds to the allure of the Chihuly glass vase. My solution depicts a

minimal angular exterior form that is a directly related to the dramatic

interior. The interior walkway leads to a spiral staircase that wraps

around the glass vase. The usage of the stairs are merely for

admiration of the art.

1. 2. 3.

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1. Entrance 2. Walkway 3. Chihuly Piece, 4.Exit

Dale Chihuly

Glass vase

Arch 1001-1002:

Interlocking Spatial

Composition

1st year studio involved

a series of design projects that were

centered around

capturing and defining

space. The articulation

of space is highly

dependent on

perception along with

physical manifestations.

In my various design

solutions, shifting and

intersecting planes are formed by subtractive

and addictive

techniques. Space is

formed by the delicate

measure of

juxtaposition of different

material , light and

proportion.

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Arch 1001 Case Study: House O by TEN Arquitectos

This project exercised application of technical and analytical skills by

recreating plans ,and generating diagrams

Hierarchy of form Diagram

1st Floor plan : Hardline Drawing

2nd Floor plan : Hardline Drawing

Public Space Diagram

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Historical Preservation:

Community Design Project

Minden , La

Urban Design Project:

Brasilia Utopian Society

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Case Study: Barcelona Pavilion

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