GEOFFREY KORNEGAY

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

This project is a study of the relationship between architecture and infrastructural networks. It attempts to address issues with the three types of infrastructure - physical, economic,

and social - through architectural solutions in depressed areas.Through

diagrammatic study, relationships between programmatic elements are illustrated allowing a holistic

response to mulitple infrastructural problems. The proposal is for a series

of interconnected public facilities, each unique, which address the specific

needs of the neighborhoods that surround them. Modular spaces on a

three-dimensional grid allow any use mix and arrangement to be specified by

the designer and then assmebled on site using a simple kit of parts.

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE

LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL

LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL

This project is a submission prepared for the ACSA design competition

entitled “Life Cycle of a School”. The design challenge was based on the

premise that over the next severaldecades, as suburbs age and many

suburban dwellers return to urban life, many schools will be left empty

and should therefore be designed with planned future “life cycles”.

This design involves a large canopy structure of steel louvres that provide

protection from the elements and enclose a large modular space that

could be manipulated to suit varying needs. A panel wall system was created to allow quick turnaround

times so the “school” can meet other needs on evenings and weekends, or be completely altered for future use in

a cost effective manner.

LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL

LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL

ANZO FALCO MUSEUM

ANZO FALCO MUSEUM

This project is a response to a recent plan to build an Art and Design

Museum in the city of Houston. Our task was to explore a nonarchitectural

response to an architectural issue. I chose to explore the different

manifestations of the dialogue between building and ground.

Through formal experimentation, a series of interactions were chosen to be

explored: building on ground, building in ground, building under ground, and

building above ground. I was then given the task of designing the museum using the “sensibility” of a nonarchitectural

object that addresses the chosen issues. This facility harnesses the

“sensibility” of ship design.

ENTRY

SHOP

AUDITORIUM

AUDITORIUM LOBBY

BELOW

GALLERY

RAMP

GALLERY

VIEWING

GALLERY

GALLERY

RAMP

ANZO FALCO MUSEUM

ANZO FALCO MUSEUM

This project was completed for the 2012 ULI - Hines Urban Design

Competition. Groups of five graduate students of mixed diciplines are given

two weeks to create a successful development project on a given

site. This project is located on an underperforming property in downtown

Houston, TX. Our team proposed a new “Design District” to attract an

under-served population and to utilize adjacency with the Theater District

and Warehouse District. Teams must move from a concept through urban

design, land planning, phasing, and financial feasability. Because

of my mixed background, my role was “Lead Design Developer,” and included

urban design, systems development, architect/financial analyst coordiation,

and graphic design.

the FRINGE

downtown design district

FRINGEthe

the

FOUNDRYat the FRINGE

the

EXCHANGEat the FRINGE

the

TERMINALat the FRINGE

the

ODEONat the FRINGE

Parking Garageshave occupiable green roofs

Hotel roomsdesigned by local artists

Pedestrianpromenade Footbridge to

James A. Baker Park

Franklin Street

Affordable and SRO housing

Combined heat and power facilitywith parking above Bike paths extend

the Buffalo Bayougreen belt intodowntown

Natural Water FeatureGabion retaining wallfrom reclaimed concrete Stormwater retention

A 24 hour platform for ommuter rail

A small theater with feature film showings

A multi-disciplinary workspace

A local market offering products from independent merchants

Student housingand student orientedretail

Tunnel connectionto student usesand parking

the FRINGE

Characterized by the introduction of new ideas, methods, or devices

A Central Combined Heat and Power Facility provides the district with a lower cost and cleaner source of energy as well as cooled water for air conditioning

On-site recycling collection processes cardboard, plastic, electronics, and glass

Green roof rainwater harvesting manages stormwater runoff and reduces urban heat island effect

innovative

Mutually joined or related

Walkable streets and destinations create a live/work environment

A trolley system connects neighboring districts and amenities

Commuter rail has a downtown hub directly on site, making it easy for out of town and suburb dwellers to access the district

Conveniently located, this proposal links several districts including The Theatre District and the Historic District by multiple modes of transportation

interconnected

Devoted to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result

A significant cash outflow will provide multiple economic benefits for downtown Houston and the surrounding areas

Densities and products are mixed for the purpose of creating community and a socially responsible and safe place

A unique retail and civic environment require community involvement and participation for success and to encourage a robust economy

invested

Comprehensive; taking a great deal of everything within its scope

Affordable housing mixed with market rate units cater to all income levels and walks of life

A variety of employment opportunities are proposed for various skill levels and trades

Training facilities are proposed with the intent on providing “real life” class-rooms in tourism, facilities management, and design

inclusive

regional connection

Area of interest

Commuter Rail

Major Highways

Commuter Rail Terminal

district map

convention center

toyota center

minutemaid park

theater district

historic district

nightlife hub

downtown design district

FRINGEthe

the FRINGE

connectivity

interstatecommuter raillight railmetro busbike trailssurface streetslocal trolley

the FRINGE

district map

convention center

toyota center

minutemaid park

theater district

historic district

nightlife hub

downtown design district

FRINGEthe

activity nodesrail station

theaterpromenadehotel

park

5 min. walk to theater district

5 min. walk to U of H Downtown

community marketmulti-disciplinary workspace student-oriented

development

2 min. walk

the FRINGE

the FRINGE

phasing models

the PROMENADE

the FRINGE

land use models

the EXCHANGE

HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY

This project explores the possibilities and implications of designing a man-made space to contain

nature. The design is a pair of simple rectalinear forms separated by a

flowing stream which is always visible to visitors This stream acts as a guide

through the spaces and creates openings for entrances and exits.

The most important space, the aviary, is incased in polycarbonate, allowing light to penetrate from all angles and

is suported by a “forest” of columns suspending it over a reflecting pool.

HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY

HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY

HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY

GEOFFREY KORNEGAY