urban planning + design work samples
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Selected works from graduate and undergraduate studies in urban planning and architectureTRANSCRIPT
julie cprekWORK SAMPLES
URBAN PLANNING. DESIGN.
EDUCATION University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Master of Urban Planning CandidatePhysical Planning and Design Concentration
Bachelor of Science in ArchitectureCumulative GPA 3.9/4.0University Honors, Phi Kappa PhiFinalist in Annual Student Show highlighting best student work in March 2009 and 2010
ArcGIS, AutoCAD Rhinoceros 4.0, SketchUpAdobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesignMicrosoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
Michigan Engaging Communities Through the Classroom (MECC), Ypsilanti, MIPlanning + Design Team• Member of Physical Planning Capstone Studio developing analysis and planning scenarios for the
redevelopment of the Willow Run Bomber Plant and surrounding areas• Conducted initial site research and presented findings at stakeholder meetings to assess the scope
and necessary components of the project• Coordinated planning and design work with four other University Departments • Final deliverables included: project vision, planning framework, master plan, focused design areas,
stakeholder analysis, and implementation guidelines.
Carlisle/Wortman Associates, Inc., Ann Arbor, MIPlanning Intern• Consulted with clients to develop planning solutions specific to their needs and budgetary constraints• Wrote city zoning ordinance and land use plan amendments • Performed baseline analysis, developed a set of economic performance indicators, and compiled
findings in a Township economic development report• Inventoried and mapped existing sidewalks and utilities, using GPS equipment and GIS software
ULI/Gerald D. Hines Student Urban Design Competition, Houston, TXTeam Leader• Spearheaded an interdisciplinary team designing a mixed-use development in downtown Houston• Final proposal included a master plan, land use, transportation, and sustainability schemes, and a
financing and phasing strategy
Towers Watson, Southfield, MI Summer Project Assistant• Worked on project team implementing a pension administration system for Fortune 500 client• Responsible for organizing, scanning, and uploading files into an internal online database as well as
sorting and preparing documents for off-site relocation• Performed other administrative tasks to assist the actuarial team
Habitat for Humanity Oakland County, Pontiac, MI Build Site Volunteer, Office Assistant• Construction crew volunteer on home-build projects non-profit community development organization• Assisted with organization of volunteer information and data entry at main Oakland County office
Michigan Pops Orchestra, Ann Arbor, MI Viola, First Stand• Member of the Michigan Pops Orchestra, a uniquely student-run performing ensemble• Ran weekly sectionals to prepare for two original concerts each year
VOLUNTEER + LEADERSHIP
COMPUTER SKILLS
EXPERIENCE
Associate AIA, APAemail: [email protected] cell: 248.515.4579
2013
2010
2013
2012
2012
2008
2009-2011
2006-2009
JULIE CPREK
*References available upon request
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 4
DETROIT RIVER
WINDSOR CANADA
DETROIT
ANN ARBOR
YPSILANTI
I-275
I-96
I-94
I-75
MICHIGAN AVE
LAKE ST. CLAIRE
I-23
I-94
I-94
I-75
DTW AIRPORT
Toyota Tech Center
UMTRI
CAR
Ford HQ
Visteon
GM HQ
BOSCH
SiemensHonda
Hyundai Tech Center
Subaru R+D
Mitsubishi R+D
A+D Technology
CISCO
GE
WILLOW RUNAREA
THE PREMISEDevelop analysis + planning scenario that envisions the “best possible future” for the Willow Run Area and its largest asset--a 4.8 million square foot WWII-era Bomber Plant.
WILLOW NETWORKThe vision for Willow Network continues Michigan and the site’s rich history in transportation innovation. Willow Run will be transformed into an innovation destination for the research, design, and testing of advanced transportation technologies. This industry is increasingly complex with the rise of automated and unmanned vehicles, requiring space for the region’s leaders in transportation, infrastructure, and technology within the Willow Network..
IBMGoogleGeneral Electric
FORD
GM
UMTRI
Mercedes Benz
DARPAGeneral Dynamics
SiemensBombadier
CISCO
CSX
ARUPParsons Brickenhoff
Parts Suppliers
STATE/LOCALGOVERNMENT
NHTSA
Auto Test Firms
Insurance
Proving Grounds
APTAMicrosoft
Circuit Board + Electronic
Component Manufacturing
Car SharePartners
Fleet/Wholesale
DTE
JCI
Zip Car
DOT
RawMaterials
AMTRAK
AMWAY
Raw Materials
Construction/Contractors
Intel
IndustrialDesigners User
Interface
Cars
TelecommmunicationsNetwork
Equipment
Communication Equipment Mfg
(Navigation)
Voice Recognition
SoftwareBuildings
Electrial Equipment
App Development
Social Media
CHEVRON
Gas/Charging Stations
AUDI
Car Dealers
Car Finance
Body Shops
Parking Lot Ops
ShellLegal
AATA
EPA
FAA
AAR
Freight
FMCSA
UPS
Public Safety
INSTITUTIONS
M-12
RAIL
I-94
RESEARCHPROTOTYPINGVEHICLE TESTINGDISTRIBUTIONDATA COLLECTION + MANAGEMENT
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT
INTEGRATED VEHICLE TESTING
TECH COMPANIES + IT SUPPORT SMALL FIRMS + START-UPS RETAIL
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICESINDOOR TESTING
INFORMATION SHARING + COLLABORATIVE DEVLEOPMENT
STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
CREEK/GREENWAYSERVICES + AMENITIES
DISTRIBUTION
OFFICE
LABS
COLLABORATIVECOLLAB ORATIVE
RESEARCH
RESEARCH
LABS
PARKING
LABSLABS
PARKING
COLLABORATIVE
COLLABORATIVEOFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
RETAILSTART-UP
CLASS B OFFICE
RETAILSTART-UPCOLLABORATIVE
OFFICELABS
TESTINGPROTOTYPING
STREAMLINED PRODUCT DEVLEOPMENT
TESTING COLLABORATIVE CORE R+D/COMMERCIAL CAMPUSES
TECHNOLOGY
INFRASTRUCTURE
TRANSPORTATION
YPSILANTI, MI// PHYSICAL PLANNING CAPSTONE
//Willow NetworkREGIONAL + SITE ASSETS
site assets
Willow Run Airport Regional Connectivity
Room to GrowPowertrain Plant
YPSILANTI, MI// PHYSICAL PLANNING CAPSTONE
//Willow Network
PHASE I80%
PHASE II
TESTING
PHASE I50%
PHASE II30%
PHASE III20%
INFRASTRUCTUREPHASE I10%
PHASE II30%
PHASE III60%
R+D/COMMERCIAL
PHASE I40%
PHASE II40%
PHASE III20%
GREEN SYSTEMS
YUCA WASTE WATER
TREATMENT PLANT
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT (EARLY PHASES)
RETAIL
CONVENTION CENTER
HOTELOFFICE
OFFICE
WAREHOUSING + DISTRIBUTION
PARKINGCAR-SHARE
TESTING OPERATIONS
PROTOTYPING + MAINTENANCE
PERFORMATIVE LANDSCAPE
COLLABORATIVECORE
RECREATION
LEISURE
NATURALLANDSCAPE
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT (EXPANSION)
R+D: AUTOMOTIVE
R+D: INFRASTRUCTURE
R+D: TECH
COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR
R+D: AERIAL SYSTEMS
R+D
: EXP
AN
SIO
N
R+D: EXPANSION CLUSTER
R+D: EXPANSION CLUSTER
YUCA WASTE WATER
TREATMENT PLANT
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT (EARLY PHASES)
RETAIL
CONVENTION CENTER
HOTELOFFICE
OFFICE
WAREHOUSING + DISTRIBUTION
PARKINGCAR-SHARE
TESTING OPERATIONS
PROTOTYPING + MAINTENANCE
PERFORMATIVE LANDSCAPE
COLLABORATIVECORE
RECREATION
LEISURE
NATURALLANDSCAPE
RESEARCH + DEVELOPMENT (EXPANSION)
R+D: AUTOMOTIVE
R+D: INFRASTRUCTURE
R+D: TECH
COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR
R+D: AERIAL SYSTEMS
R+D
: EXP
AN
SIO
N
R+D: EXPANSION CLUSTER
R+D: EXPANSION CLUSTER
DRIVING INDUSTRIES IMPLEMENTATION SUMMARY
INDUSTRY CLUSTER: SITE COMPONENTS+ RELATIONSHIPS
SITE PROGRAM + INDUSTRY CAMPUS LOCATIONS
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 5
DESIGNING FOR COLLABORATIONCreating a strong industry cluster required design strategies that promote collaboration through social interaction and flexible work environments. The social core--”the exchange”--is the heart of the park and provides an informal space to gather, eat, recreate, or share ideas. Adaptability strategies allow for blocks to be configured and occupied in many different ways, affording industries flexibility in how they define their personal research campuses in relation to other adjacent businesses.
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YPSILANTI, MI// PHYSICAL PLANNING CAPSTONE
//Willow NetworkVIEW OF “THE EXCHANGE” - THE SOCIAL CORE OF WILLOW NETWORK
R+D ( Industry 1) R+D ( Industry 2) R+D ( Industry 3) CommercialOpen SpaceGreen InfrastructureBuilt
100%
20% 15% 65%
80% 20%
25% 20% 55%
30% 20% 15% 35%
10% 20% 70%
CORE: “THE EXCHANGE” PLAN
ADAPTABILITY: VARYING BLOCK SIZE, LAND USE, AND DENSITY OVER TIME
ESSENTIAL BLOCK COMPONENTS
Car-Share
+
Green Infrastructure
+
Open Space
Buildings
1 DATA OPERATIONS CENTER2 CAFETERIA3 TYLER POND RECONSTRUCTION
500’ 1000’
4 FITNESS CENTER5 MEET/WORK PAVILIONS6 TRANSIT EXCHANGE
1
2
34
5
6
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 6
THE PREMISE Located near two vibrant Chicago neighborhoods--the South Loop and Printer’s Row-- River South seeks to convert a centrally located, yet inaccessible site into a desirable new neighborhood to live, work, and play.
RIVER SOUTHThe design for the site focuses on increasing connectivity on and off the site, providing many unique housing options to accommodate people of all ages and economic standings, and reacquainting City residents with the Chicago River through engaging an active waterfront.
CHICAGO, IL //PHYSICAL PLANNING WORKSHOP
//River South
“STA
CK
ED”
RO
W H
OU
SES
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Metra Tunnel
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3
4
56
7 8
9
10
11
1”=500’
18th Sth S1
16th Stth S1
17th Sth S1
th14th St
th13th St
Clark
CTA
Lin
es
CTA LineTA LiC
B
L L L
B
B
B
BB
Clark
Roosevelt
Wentw
orth
Wells
Ping Tom
Park
15th St BB
L LLL L
BB
B
B
BB
18th Sth S1
16th Stth S1
17th Sth S1
th14th St
th13th St
Roosevelt
CTA
Lin
es
CTA LineTA LiC
15th St
Wentw
orth
Clark
METR
A
Clark
Wells
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION VEHICULAR CIRCULATION LAND USE PLAN
BB
L LLL L
BB
B
B
BB
18th Sth S1
16th Stth S1
15th St15th St15th St11
Roosevelt
17th Sth S1
th14th St
th13th St
Wentw
orth
Cla
Clark
Wells
P
P
P
P
P
P
PP Parking
CommercialMixed UseResidentialOpen SpaceInstitutionalBus StopsCTA StopsPedestrian RoutesVehicular RoutesMain Roads
B
L
100’ 200’ 400’
KEY
MASTER PLAN KEY
1 BOUTIQUE HOTEL + OFFICE2 ENTRANCE TO ROOSEVELT + OFFICE PLAZA3 TERRACE HOUSING: MARKET RATE + AFFORDABLE UNITS4 COURTYARDS: MIXED USE HOUSING5 RIVERFRONT LOFTS6 FLEX SPACE: OFFICE, RETAIL, RESIDENTIAL7 K-8 SCHOOL8 STACKED ROW HOUSING: SINGLE FAMILY UNITS9 WATERFRONT AMENITIES: RETAIL, FITNESS CENTER, LIBRARY10 BOAT HOUSE11 TRANSIT CENTER + PUBLIC MARKET
RIVER SOUTH MASTER PLAN
to Wells StRecreation
Fields
to Wentworth St
Roo
seve
lt
Clark
15th
St
Metra Rail Lines
Chicago River
9
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 7
SUBSECTION: HOUSING FOR ALLThe plan for River South was informed by studying population + market trends, as well as analyzing the built form in surrounding Chicago neighborhoods.
River South is in a diverse neighborhood, with a growing population of both empty-nesters and young families. Decreasing vacancy rates continue to drive the price of housing up in the area as well. Therefore, this subsection of River South explores housing typologies that create opportunities for affordable housing, young professional housing, single family units, and senior-friendly units that exist in a less traditional neighborhood setting but with all the same components.
Cermack/Chinatown
Roosevelt
The Loop
10m i n u t e s to the loop
20m i n u t e s to the loop
1 0m i n u t e s to anything
S1
S2
Metra
Parking
Terrace Units - Multi Family
School Rec Buildings
Classroom Buildings
SF Housing
Shared Surface Pavers
Traffic Calming Measures
CHICAGO, IL// PHYSICAL PLANNING WORKSHOP
//River SouthSECTIONS OF RESIDENTIAL BLOCK
CONTEXT STUDY
SUB-SECTION: RE-THINKING RESIDENTIAL
SINGLE FAMILY “STACKED” ROW HOUSES
RACE
HOUSING
AGE
$331,364
$1,082
Median Housing Value
Median Gross Rent
9.2%Vacancy Rate in 2010
14.6% Vacancy Rate in 2005
+80% change
45-54 age cohort
+55%change
under 5 age cohort
48%
15%
29%
5%3%
White
Black
Asian
Other Multiracial
EAST Metra Alley Wentworth WEST
WEST EASTAlley
Parking
Parking MetraWentworth Clark
S1
S2
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 8
THE PREMISEThis plan created for Urban Neighborhood Initiatives (UNI) in Southwest Detroit by student consultants proposes Street Design Guidelines (SDG) for improving traffic safety and enhancing community image in Springwells Village.
SPRINGWELLS SDGAn inventory and analysis of roadway types, safety priority corridors and crash hot-spots in Springwells Village revealed the need for short-term interventions and tools for long-term planning. This project demonstrated how the SDG can be used to transform Chamberlain Street as a short-term intervention, as well as a suitability matrix and illustrative appendix to guide community leaders in the future.
DETROIT, MI // FUNDAMENTALS: PLANNING PRACTICE
//springwells SDG
Fort
Longworth
Homer
Chamberlain
Mullane
Longworth
Elsmere
Woodmere
Gartner
Springwells
Central
Green
Vernor
WatermanPitt
Lexington
Dix
I - 75
Longworth
Homer
Chamberlain
Mullane
Longworth
Elsmere
Woodmere
Gartner
Springwells
Central
Green
Vernor
WatermanPitt
Lexington
Dix
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Longworth
Homer
Chamberlain
Mullane
Elsmere
Woodmere
Gartner
Springwells
Central
Green
Vernor
WatermanPitt
Lexington
Dix
I - 75
Local RoadCollectorMinor ArterialMajor ArterialBoundary
KEY
Low PriorityMedium PriorityHigh PriorityBoundary
KEY
FUNCTIONAL ROADWAY CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY PRIORITY CORRIDORS CRASH-HOT SPOTS
Pedestrian AccidentsBike AccidentsCar AccidentsBoundary
KEY
Sidewalk Berm Extension/ Parking Travel Choker Lane Lane
Travel Parking Berm Extension/ SidewalkLane Lane Choker
6’ 7’ 7’ 10’ 10’ 7’ 7’ 6’
CHAMBERLAIN PROPOSED
park entrance
CROSSWALKS TYPE I: CHOKERWIDER BERMS, MORE TREES
WIDER SIDEWALKS
NARROWER TRAVEL + PARKING LANES
CHAMBERLAIN EXISTING
NO MID-BLOCK CROSSING/ SAFE ACCES TO PARK
VERY SMALL BERMS,FEW STREET TREES
POOR SIDEWALK CONDITIONS
WIDE TRAVEL + PARKING LANES
park entrance
CHAMBERLAIN PROPOSED
park entrance
CROSSWALKS TYPE I: CHOKERWIDER BERMS, MORE TREES
WIDER SIDEWALKS
NARROWER TRAVEL + PARKING LANES
CHAMBERLAIN EXISTING
NO MID-BLOCK CROSSING/ SAFE ACCES TO PARK
VERY SMALL BERMS,FEW STREET TREES
POOR SIDEWALK CONDITIONS
WIDE TRAVEL + PARKING LANES
park entrance
CASE STUDY: CHAMBERLAIN ST. EXISTING > PROPOSED
PROPOSED STREET SECTION
VISION: CHAMBERLAIN STREETGreener, Safer, Friendlier Streets
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 9
HOUSTON, TX // HINES/ULI STUDENT URBAN DESIGN COMPETITION
//refresh!Houston
RESIDENTIAL
SHOPPING, BUSINESS, OR TRADE
INDUSTRIAL, MANUFACTURING, AND WASTELAND
SOCIAL, INSTITUTIONAL, OR INFRASTRUCTURAL
TRAVEL OR MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES
MASS ASSEMBLY OF PEOPLE
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
NATURAL RESOURCES-RELATED ACTIVITIES
NO HUMAN ACTIVITY OR UNCLASSIFIABLE
LAND USE
PROPOSED LAND USE
BIRD’S EYE VIEW, FACING NORTHWEST COR-
COOLING DOWN ON THE BUFFALO BAYOU GREENWAY
1
2
43
5
Washington
Buffalo Bayou
Loui
sian
a St
.
Commuter Rail
Franklin
GU
LF F
WY 6
78
89 10
1”=200’
MASTER PLAN KEY
1 HOUSTON HUB MULTI-MODAL TRANSIT CENTER2 UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON DOWNTOWN INNOVATION CENTER3 STUDENT + YOUNG PROFESSIONAL HOUSING4 MARKET RATE HOUSING + BOX RETAIL5 SRO AFFORDABLE HOUSING6 LIVE/WORK7 CLASS A OFFICE + GROUND FLOOR RETAIL8 CLASS B OFFICE + GROUND FLOOR RETAIL9 START-UP OFFICE SPACE10 ALAN’S LANDING MUSIC HALL
Buffalo Bayou Greenway
THE PREMISEDesign a profitable mixed-use development for Downtown Houston, on a 16-acre site currently occupied by a U.S. Postal Service Center.
REFRESH! REFRESH! Houston proposed a new, mixed-use district just Northwest of Downtwon Houston. This new development will target active, young professionals with its walkable design, live/work spaces, entertainment venues and new waterfront amenities. Enviornmental strategies that promote cooling feature throughout the site--rain gardens, green roofs, single-loaded corridor residential buildings, and a new expanded greenway along the Buffalo Bayou.
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 10
THE PREMISEParkscapes plays with the idea of architecture as infrastructure. Located in Central Park, the project seamlessly integrates itself into the complex network of pathways and barriers.
PARKSCAPESThis project carefully considered the existing infrastructure of pathways in Central Park to provide unique experiences for recreation within the park. The project deliberately stitches across these different pathways without disrupting the existing circulation or flow. The pathways create opportunities to relax, play, or kayak on the reservoir.
NYC, NY // WALLENBURG COMPETITION STUDIO
//Parkscapes
RESERVOIR
CENTRAL PARK
5th
AVEN
UE
NEW WALKWAYS PROVIDE PLACES TO WALK, RUN, PLAY, AND MEET THE
CIRCULATION, PATHWAYS, AND BARRIERS
CAR TRAFFIC
FOOT TRAFFIC
BIKE TRAFFIC
ROOF PLAN250’ 500’
julie cprek // WORK SAMPLES// 11
THE PREMISE The Artist’s Studio project explores principles of solid and void to define different relationships between public and private space within one building.
FORM STUDIESThe programmatic juxtaposition of both gallery and private studio requires the clever inversino of space in terms of wrapping interior and exterior public and private space around one another. Study models were creating by cutting out volumes in layered museum board and casting the void in concrete. The final product is a result of translating these solid-void relationships into architectural space.
ANN ARBOR, MI // ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I
//Artist’s StudioPHOTO JOINER OF STUDIO SITE - STATE STREET, ANN ARBOR, MI
ARTIST’S STUDIO FINAL MODEL GALLERY INTERIOR
FORM STUDIES IN MUSEUM BOARD AND ROCKITE
