saumya kini, b. arch. work sample

saumya kin i

bachelor of architecture 2012 | university of oregon

design | architecture | planning::

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design + planning experience

architectural studio projects

resume + contact

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introduct ion

As designers, we possess a dynamic array of creative problem-solving skills. I believe that we have an obligation to use these abilities for the betterment of our communities, not only through the making of buildings, but also through the promotion of healthy relationships with environmental and social contexts. At multiple scales -- from addressing broad issues of sustainability to navigating the everyday challenges of a design process -- I am enthusiastic about collaborating with fellow designers to develop the simplest and most elegant solutions.

Through my work, I hope to contribute to positive changes in our environment.

Thank you for taking the time to look over this brief work sample.

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d e s i g n + p l a n n i n ge x p e r i e n c e

small farmers’ project tractor sheddesign build

humboldt community spaceplanning + consulting

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I worked with nine fellow architecture students over the course of a year to provide full design-build services to the small farmers project of Eugene, Oregon. The group of farmers needed a tractor shed, cooler, and vending stand for their organic berry farm. Since they were renting the land, the building needed to be deconstructable. When the farmers move, they will move the structure with them. We completed this complex project on schedule, under budget, and with the majority of expenses covered by donations and grants.

designbridgebeacon.wordpress.com

[ Project team: William Smith, Dustin Locke, Heather Ferrell, Zarina Bell, Cameron Cole, Amanda Rawlings, Alexander Froehlich, Max Reich, Goen Kim ]

[ RIGHT : conceptual study models and sketches from the predesign phase. ]

[ FACING : construction drawings for the final design: a 600 square-foot, deconstructable shed. ]

design build

Small Farmers ProjectBeacon Design Team

William Smith Dustin Locke Cameron Cole Heather Ferrell

Zarina Bell Alexander Froelich Goen Kim Amanda Rawlings

Max Reich Saumya Kini

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Juli Brode

Winter 2009

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We spent three months in predesign, meeting with our client frequently to solidify a scheme. Then came three months of design development in a studio environment, during which we finalized the details of the design, researched and budgeted for materials, and produced construction documents. We spent the next six months prefabricating and assembling the deconstructable shed. This collaborative design and construction process allowed each team member to gain valuable experience in all phases of the project. We learned how to operate and thrive in a team environment.

client meeting full-scale mockup - single structural bay

construction

scale model of finalized design

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HUMBOLDT COMMUNITY SPACEALBERTA+VANCOUVER

I worked with five other graduate students to provide planning and zoning analysis and recommendations for the development of a block in the north Portland Humboldt neighborhood, on the intersection of N. Alberta and N. Vancouver ave. Our client, the North Portland Bible College, owns the land and wants to develop it in order to create a revenue source and a venue for their activities. Over the course of 2.5 months, we gathered zoning information and conducted site analysis in order to provide the North Portland Bible College with a compilation of information and recommendations for developing the site.

[ Collaboration with Gena Gastaldi McGee, Jeremy Dalton, John Verrsue, and Jake Warr ]

[ RIGHT : conceptual rendering of the view on alberta street based on our recommendations for development; cross section of proposed street changes. ]

[ FACING : transportation access, solar and wind analysis, and zoning analysis diagrams. ]

h u m b o l d t c o m m u n i t y s p a c e

SIDEWALK7’-0

PLANTERSTRIP4’-0”

TRAVELLANE11’-0”

RIGHT OF WAY54’-0”

SIDEWALK8’-0”

TRAVELLANE11’-0”

PARKING9’-0”

PLANTERSTRIP4’-0”

MIXED-USEAFFORDABLE

HOUSING COMPLEX

PROPOSED MIXED-USE

DEVELOPMENT

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N. ALBERTA STREET - PROPOSED

planning+consulting

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summer wind

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winter sun= Winter Shadows

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HUMBOLDT COMMUNITY SPACE FEBRUARY 11, 2013 14GENTRY PLANNING

ZONING

ZONING DIAGRAMS

No Building Setback Requirements

Maximum Building Size:FAR: .75 : 113,200 sq. ft building maximumHeight Maximum 30’

Maximum Building Footprint : 65% of lot coverage 11, 440 sq. ft.

Minimum Landscaping Requirements:15% of lot coverage2, 640 sq. ft.

No vegetation buffer required between site and R zoning if building isunder 15’ in height


Maximum Building Size:FAR: .75 : 113,200 sq. ft building maximum2 stories = 6600 sq ft per story

Minimum Landscaping Requirements:15% of lot coverage1600 sq. ft. with added vegetation buffer

8’ vegetation buffer required between site and R zoning when building height is over 15’



Minimum Landscaping Requirements:15% of lot coverage1600 sq. ft. with added vegetation buff


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architectural studio projects

dexter reservoir boathousesecond-year studio

junction city civic centerthird-year studio

bone river environmental education centerterminal studio

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dexter reservoir boathouse

[ RIGHT : view from entrance of facility. The building is embedded in the slope, mimicking stones in the shore or a boat carried by the water. ]

[ FACING : transverse section -elevation of boathouse, as viewed from the water. ]

building land

waterboat

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objectives

media

instructor

Dexter Reservoir, Lane County, Oregon

University of Oregon Rowing Crew

Provide a facility for rowers to meet, exercise,

practice, and store their boats and equipment

Create a building that is carried by the land as a boat is carried by water

inkphotoshop

physical models

Erin MooreFall 2010

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section a - a

view from entryway

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[ ABOVE : structural model of the boathouse showing the timber frame structure “hung” from retaining walls. The walls create terraces on the gentle slope upon which the building’s levels are situated. ]

site plan

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main training room entry along “spine” of the building

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junction city civic center

SITE PLAN

[ RIGHT : the site plan shows the library, city hall, and community center arranged around a shared central garden space. ]

[ FACING : at the south of the block, the plaza creates a threshold for the civic buildings, and acts as a gateway to the community gardens. ]

location

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objectives

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Junction City, Oregon

Junction City

Redesign a neglected city block, containing a disused water tower, to

create a civic center that houses multiple existing social and governance

organizations

pencil & inkgoogle sketchup

revitadobe cs

Jenny YoungFall 2010

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existing block

proposed development

water tower converted to cistern for community gardenFull solar access for garden and photovoltaics.

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Detail of typical brick parapet wall that faces the street front. The flat roof is detailed for an intensive green roof which can be fitted with photovoltaic panels.

In the city’s center, a public plaza leads to a garden for Junction City: a place where indoor and outdoor are enjoyed together, where people can collaborate to grow their own food, and where Junction City comes together and comes alive.

south elevation

Scale

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1 1/2" = 1'-0"

11/16/2011

Drawing 5W

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1 1/2" = 1'-0"1 Brick Wall Parapet

STAINLESS STEELCOPING

METALFASCIA

SOLDIER COURSE

DRIP

BRICK VENEER TIE

3" RIGID INSULATION

2" CAVITY

AIR BARRIER/ VAPOR RETARDER

PARAPET MEMBRANE LAPPED OVER ROOF MEMBRANE

ROOF MEMBRANE

RIGID INS.

CMU BACKUP WALL TIED TOSTRUCTURE

18" CASTELLATED GIRDER

5" CONCRETE SLAB

3" STEELDECKING

FLASHING AND SEALANTBEAD

FIXED SUNSHADE 1" VIRACON STARPHIREINSULATING GLASS

14" CASTELLATED BEAM

SHELFANGLE

PAVER FOR ACCESS

LOOSE-LAID STEEL RETENTION TEE

PROTECTION COURSE

ROOT BARRIER

DRAINAGE LAYER

RIGID INSULATION

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MOISTURERETENTIONLAYER

ENGINEERED SOIL

INTERIOR FINISH

At the south of the block, a plaza creates a threshold for the civic buildings: the public library and the city hall. This plaza also acts as a gateway to the community gardens.

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[ RIGHT : aerial view of the Bone River. The facility is sited atop a forested bluff, looking out over the marsh ]

[ FACING : building plans. The intepretive center showcases the ravine, the lecture hall focuses on the forest floor, and the education center provides views into the canopy and over the marsh. ]

bone river environmental education centerlocation

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South Bend, Washington

Washington State Dept. ofNatural Resources;

Chinook Indian Nation

Celebrate the historical, cultural, and environmental layers of

the intertidal marsh

Create access and facility for environmental and

cultural education while mitigating impact to

sensitive habitat

pencil & inkdioramas/physical models

photoshop

Kevin NuteWinter - Spring 2012

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the diagrams at left describe the series of built relationship developed to educate visitors about each layer of the salt marsh.

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wildlife viewing blindprospect over the marsh

approach to interpretive center taking refuge in the ravine

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In order to minimize concentrated impact on the site’s habitat, construction can be carried out in three phases. First, path and boardwalk construction would allow visitors to explore the site without disturbing the delicate forest floor. Following this, foundations and, finally, the structures and enclosure could be installed.

boardwalk access foundations enclosure

phases of construction

The interpretive center, partially embedded in the ravine, shows visitors the role of sediment in runoff filtration while also collecting rainwater.

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local materialsstructural columns from doug fir thinning

design for sensitive habitatlow-impact foundations + erosion control

enviro-cultural education facilityrespecting and celebrating native history

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section-perspective b - benvironmental education center

meeting hall in the forest floor the treetop classroom

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971.998.4636 | k in isr@gmai l .com | www.l inkedin.com/in/saumyakinisaumya kinidesign skills design experience international experience

Bachelor of ArchitectureUniversity of OregonEugene, OR 2008 - 2012 (accelerated)

• Japanese Minor (professional working proficiency)

Design Software

• Autodesk: Revit Architecture, AutoCAD• Adobe CS: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop• Google SketchUp

Other Media

• Proficient with hand sketching/drawing/rendering• Physical sketch models and presentation models• Observational drawing, photography

Marketing and Commuications AssistantPSU Center for Public Service.Portland, OR February 2013 - present

• Provides graphic design and editing skills for marketing, communications, and educational materials

TutorAmerican English InstituteEugene, OR 2010 - 2012

• Assisted 2 Japanese and Saudi Arabian students per term with English study• Facilitated weekly classroom discussions and teachingDesign Team Member

University of Oregon designBridgeEugene, OR 2010 - 2011

• Collaborated with local non-profit Huerto de la Familia to design and build a deconstructable agricultural building for a cooperative of Latino organic farmers• Coordinated and facilitated meetings between client group and design team during pre-design phase; maintained a positive relationship and close communication with the client throughout the project• Contributed initial sketches, renderings, and models during schematic design phase• Successfully managed building and zoning permit processes for a site in Zone A flood plain. Conducted all code research; organised meetings and maintained communication with Lane County planning officials.• Produced detail drawings, sketches, and full-scale mock-ups during design development phase• Conducted research, budgeting, and purchase of building materials• Assisted in production of construction documents for final design• Completed the 600 sq.ft., timber-frame, deconstructable agricultural shed on schedule and under budget• Wrote, edited, and compiled documentation for project’s social media : designbridgebeacon.wordpress.com

Critical Language ScholarU.S. State DepartmentDoshisha University, Kyoto, Japan Summer 2010

• Achieved placement in the highly-competitive Critical Language Scholarship program to study Japanese language and culture• Increased spoken proficiency from “Intermediate High” to “Advanced Mid” level (based on ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines for Speaking)

education

achievements/interestsAcademic ScholarUniversity of Oregon, 2008 - 2012

• Dean’s Scholarship• National Merit Scholarship

Sustainability

• Currently pursuing LEED GA Certification• Studies and reads avidly about sustainability in the built environment

Master of Urban and Regional PlanningPortland State UniversityPortland, OR (expected 2015)

• Environment + Community Development (dual focus)• Familiar with legal processes in land use and development

Sustainable Design Strategies

• Water and energy use modeling (E-Quest)• Daylighting analysis and calculation

saumya kini, b. arch. work sample

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design process

final design

collaborative design

months of design development

project team

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group of farmers

complex project