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Larkin Kitchen
Much thought was given to the layout throughout the kitchen to create subtle differences and make parts stand out through the natural accent created by the
Elevation A
Elevation B
Plan Base units
Plan Upper units
Effect of contrastingmaterials : walnut, glass and
marble
Push/Pull carried throughout the composition
MaterialsCabinets: Walnut CanelattoWall Units: Pinot GlassTop: Marble Calacatta gold
Greenway Kitchen
A Elevation
B Elevation C Elevation
D Elevation E Elevation
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Given a contemporary house, I was asked to design a kitchen to match the aesthetic and the efficiency of the rest of the home. This was made possible by the glossy lacquer and subtle color, which avoids highcontrast using the materials chosen. The clean layout creates efficient use of the room, allowing for an easy flow throughout the space.
Greenway BarA B CElevation
Plan
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CB
MaterialsCabinets: Glossy laq.Color : GrayShelves : Glass/steel Top : Corian Glacier White
Elevation Elevation
SYNTHESIS The Life Cycle of a School
1st Floor 2nd Floor
3rd Floor
The concave structure mimics the surrounding mountains, allowing wind to blow through, cooling the hanging classrooms.
Synthesis tackles the issue of urban expansion in an educational setting by merging two structures into one to allow for the development of new rooms as a student population grows and expands. The steel super structure operates as the primary structure while the modular system operates as the secondary structure that can expand to accommodate population growth.
View Diagramfrom classrooms through structure openings
3rd Floor
2nd Floor1st Floor
Long Section
POUR IN PLACE CONCRETE
W.P.M.
W.P.M.
WINDOW SILL
GLASS
1/2” DRYWALL
METAL STUD
SANDWICH PANEL
CORRUGATED METAL
3/4” PLYWOOD
PRIMARY STRUCTURE
EARTH
GRASS
SOFT MEMBRANEHANGING STRUCTURE
Expansion
Protection
Suspended
Protection
Adapting for growth of the city poplulation
Allowing for suspension modules to create greenspace on roof
Skin structure allowsheating of the winter sun
Skin structure providescover from rain
One of the structural goals of Synthesis was to allow for exterior views from inside the school through open slats while maintaining a cool shaded interior
SummerSun
Circulation Stationary Classrooms
Stationary Classrooms LibraryAdministration
Extended Classrooms Gym
WinterSun
W.P.M.
Glass
Hanging StructureSoft Membrane
Grass
Earth
Primary StructureCorrugated Metal
W.P.M.
Sanwhich Panel
Metal Stud
1/2” Drywall
Window Sill
Pour In Place Concrete
PrCorr
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Rescue Center
This rescue center is designed for having the ability to dispatch and train on-site faculty of the facility. I chose to explore curtain wall systems in such a way that the primary, secondary and tertiary structures all retain the same level of transparency throughout the building.
Training Facade/Classroom Watch Tower
See Detail
Mullion
Krypton Gas
Glass
Skin Structure
Primary Structure
Skin structureprovides360 views
Partial glassfloors providesviews to lowerlevels
Mullion System
Glazed Facade
Gutter collectsrainwater and feeds
landscape
Primary structureproviding lateral
support
Skin structure
Fireproof
Facade Detail
CirculationStructure
Joined is a sustainable duplex project inspired by Steven Holl’s “The Y House”. The house is built primarily out of concrete that cascades with the terrain, which allows it to absorb solar heat during the day and release it again at night. The vertical expansion operates as a passive cooling system that follows the natural flow of air; heat rises and exits through large windows as a breeze flows in through the house. An angled roof duals as a drainage system while it maximizes the performances of PV panels that generate solar energy.
Joined Residential Duplex
Sustainable Drainage System
GlazingAllow forNatural Light
Concrete cascading shellfor insulation
Patio
As the space progresses, it becomes more private.
Angled Roof maximizing pontential PV panel performance
Shading
PrivateSemi-PublicPublic
Parking Recreation Living Kitchen Bedrooms
Movement Through vertical space allows for different views
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Site Plan
Initial sketches
Second Floor Plan
First Floor PlanRecreation AreaCommon AreaPowder RoomBedroomKitchenDining RoomBathroomCar PortMechanical RoomPatio
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1st Floor
This study explores a double program (one hidden, and one public) through materiality and the relationship of the interior to the exterior. The concept of threshold is challenged programmatically, particularly through the use of double walls that serve to delineate separate, “hidden” spaces, while at other moments making direct contact with outside, public spaces.Influenced by Adolf Loos’ Muller House, this study is concerned with the effects of shifting perspectives on the user ’s experience of place. The double program encompasses a private spa tucked away into the larger program of a public bodega. Mirrored floors and glass furniture create a sense of transparency. While diffused and filtered light create a soft glow in the spa, adding to the interplay of materials and lighting. Furniture was designed specifically for each room of the spa. In particular, chairs that conform to the contours of the body help to enhance the levels of comfort and relaxation.
2nd Floor 3rd Floor 4th Floor
Villa Suave Tijuana, Mexico
Public SpacePrivate Space
Linear progression through the spaces
Diffused light from the exterior filters in to create a soft glow to amplify the experience in the space
Mirrored floors and glass furniture to create a sense of transparency
silhouette decals enhance the refined environment while recalling
the outside streets
Jacuzzi room with fenced
Rooftop skylight filters in moonlight
Chairs designed for relaxation with mood spot lights
Drywall
FenceDouble glazed WindowConduitLed Fixture
Chair
Steel Railing
Mirror
Brushed SS Stairs
LED Paneling Detail
Power SupplyPCB BoardLEDGlass
3/8” Rebar
Leather Flooring
Jacuzzi
Water Feature
Relaxation
Meditation
Furniture designed specifically for each room of the spa, and the interplay between materials and lighting offer alternate experiences. In particular, chairs that conform to the contours of the body to help enhance the levels of comfort and relaxation
Curtain
LED paneling
Insulation
Inlaid Concrete SlabConcrete Panels
Screen FilterMarble StandMarble Water Jet Chair
Water
Water Distributer3/4” Galvinized Pipe
2”x4” Dug. Fir
Galvinized Flashing
Nero Assoluto Marble
Grip Tape Cover
Water Pump/Filter
Water
STACKED
Rosie
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Casey’s Shelves
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Living Crates
BoH Door
PHOTOGRAPHY
Space & Detail
Sketches