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Instant Architect1. Cut along the dotted line 2. Assemble

PortfolioSarah San Miguel

Texas Tech University

Sarah San MiguelGraduate Portfolio

Texas Tech Universitysarah.a.sanmiguel@gmail.com

972.746.3521

Collaboration Studio is taught by Javier Gomez and Michael Martin. The objective of the course is to work with a team of architects,

interior designers, and landscape architects.

Collaboration Studio

How to manage a team of highly diverse individuals | How to work with others and resolve conflict | How to set clear expectations

InhabitPerformance Park offers

high-end condominiums for creative living in Denver, Colorados Arts district.

InteractPerformance Park offers social

and retail spaces for the community and its

inhabitants to interact such as a coffee shop and restaurant.

InspirePerformance Park hosts a wide

variety of performance art events and is in close proximity to the artistic and cultural hub

of Denver.

Program Breakdown

28,000 sqft 2,000 sqft 3,600 sqft 3,600 sqft 3,600 sqft 5,000 sqft

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CondominiumsCoffee shopRestaurantRetailIndoor theaterOutdoor theaterPark space

*Denver Art Museum (across street)*Clyfford Still Museum (across street)*Evans School of Music (on site) *16th Street (0.3 miles)

Notable Context

Rhythm | Arrhythmia

The Piano ManThe diagrams to the left and to the right are derived from a video of a man (pictured above) playing the piano on 16th street. These diagrams were used to delineate elements of the facade and the building footprint.

Denver can be defined as a culture that greatly appreciates public art, such as the painted pianos (pictured below and to the left). The rich culture and movement of Denvers 16th street provide inspiration to natives and visitors alike. A study of the rhythmic and arrhythmic sights and sounds that take place on 16th street guided the design process. Rhythmic elements include the structure of music, the rigidity of the piano form, and the orthogonal buildings surrounding the site. Arrhythmic elements include the spontaneity of the piano players hands as he plays, the sounds of the street, and the diagonal lines of the site derived from the adjacent Denver Art Museum.

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The Mexico Study Abroad Studio is taught by Joseph Aranha. The objective of the course is to immerse students in a new environment

and challenge them to design something that fits Mexican culture.

Mexico Studio

How to interpret new cultures quickly | How to empathise with the user of a facility | How to relinquish my own cultural biases

RefugeThis facility offers refuge to homeless teenagers. It goes

beyond just shelter. We provide a safe community full

of support.

LearnThis facility believes that there is still hope for these teens. We

educate individuals in basic skills for success. Teens are also given jobs on site in retail and

service.

PlayThis facility gives teens the

opportunity to be teens. They are encouraged to bond with each other and play outdoors.

Program Breakdown

DormsCafeteriaClassroomsIndoor PlayOutdoor PlayAdministrationRestaurantRetail

*Views of the church on the hill*In a neighborhood

Notable Context

1. Dorm Room (Occ. 4)2. Restroom3. Equipment Storage 4. Exercise Room 5. Kitchen Garden 6. Kitchen7. Service Entry Court8. Dining Hall 9. File Storage10. Office 11. Classroom12. Team Building Courtyard13. Recreational Field14. Communal Laundry15. Game Lounge16. Reflection Gardens17. Retail

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The Images below, taken while I was in Mexico, showcase some inspirational elements of Mexican Architecture.

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The Historic Preservation Studio is taught by Dr. Elizabeth Louden. The objective of the course is to introduce students to laser scanning,

documentation, and adaptive reuse strategies for endangered historic buildings.

Historic Preservation Studio

How to use point cloud data in conjunction with Revit| How to adapt a new function in an existing formHow to develop a respect for old structures | How to present architectural information to the general public

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If a building is not seen as valued, then it will be torn down. Currently, the only generation that has built memories of this building and values it is the older generation. They Remember what it was like when it was a power plant. They may have worked there. This proposal allows for new memories to be created. The TXU Power Plant will no longer be a place you just drive by on your way to work every day but a place you take your kids after school, a place where you take a pottery class with your mother, and a place where your work is displayed.

PlayThe Fort Worth Community Art Center provides a creative

and engaging learning environment for children

where they can build confidence with peers.

View The Fort Worth Community Art Center displays the work created within its walls and by

local artists.

CreateThe Fort Worth Community

Art Center offers the tools and facilities for adults to create.

Program Breakdown

PLAYPre-K - 8th grade ClassroomsLecture HallPlay spacesRoof Garden

VIEWIndoor gallery spaces Outdoor sculpture gardensArt supply store

CREATEGlass blowing studioCeramics studioPainting studioDigital media lab

*The proposed Trinity River ProjectNotable Context

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With plans for major revamping of Fort Worth Uptown in place, there will be an extensive amount of new construction in the area. This new construction could easily dilute Fort Worths historic identity that they are so proud of. This can be avoided by preserving some of the key historic buildings in the Uptown area. The TXU Power Plant is a good place to start.

From the exterior, the TXU Power Plant is begging to hold something grand. The arched windows only get more impressive as you enter the main hall. The light cascades through the windows beautifully, giving the main hall a cathedral effect. All this building needs is someone who can look past the grime to see the value and who is willing to breathe a little life into it.

The TXU Power Plant

Viewing Tower

Sculptural Gardens

Covered Walkway

Water Collection Parent Drop off

TXU - South East Elevation

The Comprehensive Studio is taught by Danny Nowak. The objective of the course is for students to think about all elements of the design process including but not

limited to structure, mechanical systems, programmatic needs, and means of egress.

Comprehensive Studio

How to design comprehensively | How to think about mechanical systems and their relation to design

ADMODALLAS MUSEUM OF ARCHITECTURE

The Dallas Museum of Architecture is a combination of learning, viewing, and working environments. There are auditorium spaces to further the education of the public and of architects. Gallery spaces place architectural pieces in the view of the community. The American Institute of Architecture also has offices in the upper portions of the building.

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MUSEUM

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SITE RESPONSE:The Initial response was to go up with the building because of the ten foot wall installed by the park. This wall completely blocked views to the Nasher and the DMA and limited the view of the Winspear as seen in image_4. The connection was not strong between the project and the arts district and the park.The need to move up guided my decision to raise that land and make shaded steps as an extension of the site. The need for verticality also drove my decision to have a small footprint. Because the square footage was limited, the smaller footprint meant a higher the building. A taller building not only allows occupants to see outside the building but for the building to be seen from the other locations in the arts district.

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The Dallas Museum of Architecture is located at 1909 Woodall Rodgers Freeway. It is within walking distance of the DMA, the Nasher, the Wyly, and the Winspear. It will play a huge role in the Arts District by connecting all of these buildings and drawing pedestrians through the park. With the addition of the DMoA to the arts district, people will have cause to cross The Park.

My goal for this project was to create a structure that appeared to be a sculptural element of the landscape. From the exterior, it catches the viewer and pulls them in. It also offers a shaded public outdoor space that is an extension of The Park. The Building not only contains architecture, but offers an experience of the building itself. There are many instances where the visitor is allowed to experience the structure and materiality of the DMoA first hand.

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Structural Precedent:Lamar Construction Headquarters4404 Central Parkway, Hudsonville, Michigan

Architect: Lamar Construction CompanyYear Built: 2007Size of Cantilever: 50x112

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*No visual impairment required*All black ensemble and coffee mug not included

Instant Architect1. Cut along the dotted line 2. Assemble

PortfolioSarah San Miguel

Texas Tech University