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Luis G. HidaLGo TabLe of conTenTs

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obJecTiVe To acquire an internship for the Summer and Fall of 2013 to advance my career in the field of Landscape Architecture.

educaTion in progress. Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas May of 2014 Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture Minor in Horticulture and Urban Planning Cumulative GPR: 3.47

experience LR Williams Construction, Thorndale, TX. Summer 2012 Construction Laborer -Gained valuable field experience on broad construction projects ranging from site preparation, framing, layout and foundation construction

proficienT in -Auto-CAD -InDesign -Land F/X -3D Modeling -Construction Field Experience -Photoshop -SketchUp -Microsoft Office -Illustrator - Landscape Installation

serVice & acTiViTies American Society of Landscape Architects, Texas A&M University Fall 2012-Present Social Chair -Organized social events such as tailgates National Honor Society of Collegiate Scholars, Texas A&M University Fall 2010-Present -Participated in community service Pescadores, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, College Station Fall 2009-Present -Helped organize the annual retreat for college students for three years -Participated in community service St. Mary’s Hispanic Choir, College Station Spring 2010-Present -Choir singer 10X10 Squares, Texas A&M University Fall 2010-Present -Played indoor and outdoor soccer Big Event, Texas A&M University Spring 2010-12 -Participated in the one-day community service event Replant Day, Texas A&M University Fall 2012 -Participated in the one-day community service planting trees Redefine HOWDY, College of Architecture, Texas A&M University Fall 2012 -Participated in the College of Architecture Diversity Campaign Texas A&M Recruitment Program, Texas A&M University Fall 2011 -Participated in a series of student panels to talk to high school students about college Regents Scholar Organization, Texas A&M University Fall 2009-Spring 2010 -Participated in community serviceawards 2010 Gateway Junction Scholarship, Texas A&M University 2012 Landscape Architecture Development Scholarship, Texas A&M University 2012 College of Architecture Dean’s List, Texas A&M University

LanGuaGes Spanish and English

P.O. Box 692Hutto, TX. 78634

210-309 8655luis1991@tamu.edu

Hand Renderings.......................................................................................................................................................................16

Acrylic & Oil Paintings ..............................................................................................................................................................17

The Fiero’s Townhome Garden................................................................................................................................................8-10

3D Modeling: The Fiero’s Townhome Garden.............................................................................................................................11

Diversity Plaza......................................................................................................................................................................12-15

Construction Documents.......................................................................................................................................................8-23

International Plaza...............................................................................................................................................................24-25

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www.montgomeryparks.org

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www.123rf.com www.hotels.com

www.vacationrentaldirect.com

www.stamfordplazahotel.com

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The Ranch is a proposed resort hotel that is about 40 acres. It was inspired by the local ranching culture. The main goal was to provide a destination area that is modern and rustic at the same time, but also sustainable, nature friendly and appealing to the users by providing access to multiple activities.

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SITE SELECTION INSPIRATION

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proJecT oVerView

Least SuitableSingle Family Mix-use CommercialMulti-Story/TownhomesActive Recreation

Intermediate SchoolResort Hotel****Large Lot ResidentialBig Box CommercialPassive Recreation

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The Ranch

This project is located in a large block defined primarily by Rock Prairie Rd, Bird Pond Rd, HWY 30 and William Fitch Pkwy. in College Station, TX. The task was to study the landscape characteristics as both mapped and viewed on a site visit, document the analysis of those characteristics, determine which areas are suitable for the assigned land uses and complete a schematic land development plan. The site is about 4578 acres and only 10% of it was designated to develop The Ranch.

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The Barn RestaurantNature TrailsStone Paving w/ Grass

MAIN BUILDING MAIN BUILDING

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BUILDING B BUILDING C

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Kids Pool Pool

Pool

Pergolas

Pave Star Design Grassy Area

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Sidewalk Raised Planters

Sidewalk and Lounge Area

Kids Pool LoungeArea

Kids Pool Lounge Deck

Sidewalk

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Umbrellas

Raised Planters

This perspective illustrates the view from the central bridge towards the Building C. It shows the use of rustic and modern design elements that create a unique experience.

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Steven and Diana Fiero are a working couple that live in Austin, TX. Steven restores vintage Harley Davidson motorcycles for a living. He likes to watch Star Trek episodes, along with reading read about the Zen Philosophy. On the other hand, Diana is a real estate agent for the upper 5% of the working market and she is a passionate amateur textile artist. . Both, Steven and Diana grew up along the Gulf Coast where they developed a great love for water.

Individual: ResidentialArea: 1875 sq. ft

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proJecT Type:

1. Garage & Workshop 5. Water Wall2. Motorized Screen & Projector 6. Pool3. .Secluded Space 7. Zen Garden4. Outdoor Patio 8. Pergola

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Zen Garden

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These photographs illustrate a 3D laser cut model that was made to represent the Fiero’s townhome garden design.

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This rendering illustrates the multiple uses for the water wall. During the day, it serves as a visual element, while at night it can be use to project movies

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Diversity Plaza is centrally located along the main axis of Texas A&M University campus. It serves as an important node in campus, in both functional and physiological terms. The Plaza is surrounded by two historic buildings, the Cushing Library and Academic Building. Harrington building and the Biological Sciences building are also located along the boundary of the plaza.

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Education: IndividualArea: 1.75 acres

GoaLsOne of the most important goals was to revitalize the plaza with a design that promotes diversity and social interaction. Another goal was to design spaces that are inviting and that accommodate different activities such as academic and organizational events.

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Granite Globe

Sculpture

Sunken Plaza

Bike Racks

Light Poles

Benches

Lawn

Lawn Central Plaza

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Quercus virginiana

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Pennisetum setaceum

ACADEMIC BUILDING

CUSHING LIBRARY

BIOLOGICALSCIENCES BUILDING

HARRINGTONEDUCATION

CENTER

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Raised Planters

Food KioskAggie Cafe

Splash Pad

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Food Kiosk and Sunken Plaza Central Plaza Splash Pad Central PlazaPlanting Space Steeps

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These are hand renderings that represent the study and analysis of texture, tone and colors of the basic design elements in Landscape Architecture.

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VeGeTaTion sTeeL

La soMbra de La Luz Luz refLecTiVa

These are acrylic paintings of still life settings. The main purpose of these paintings was to study and analyse the play of light on different textures.

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proJecT oVerView perspecTiVe: Mix- use buiLdinGs perspecTiVe: pedesTrian MaLL perspecTiVe: pedesTrian MaLL perspecTiVe: pedesTrian MaLLInternational Plaza was developed as a group project during Design Week, a week- long effort to present different solutions for the future development of the Northgate district of College Station. The purpose of the project was to provide a design for a safe, walkable district within a mixed-use development. As a group member, I was in charge of designing the details of the plaza. The following pictures illustrate the design of the landscape, as well as the proposed arrangement of buildings.

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P.O. Box 692Hutto, TX. 78634luis1991@tamu.edu210-309-8655