LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

PORTFOLIOAaron Kotwal

CONTENTS

INTERNSHIP ...................................................................................

SCHOOL ....................................................................................... ART .............................................................................................

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INTERNSHIP

DENENA RESIDENCEWhile interning with Teal Design and Landscape, I had the opportunity to work on high end rural residential landscapes. This was the first project I witnessed come to fruition. Plant selection and design context were primary focuses. The importance of design unity was my chief contribution to this project through the unifying of landscape and architectural elements.

Contributions: Site Analysis, Client Visit, Design Development, Master Plan

1Mike Teal

Initial Space Concept Implementation

2Master Plan

LIGHTFOOT RESIDENCE

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Being with a firm that is ran and operated by one person, I was given many responsibilities as an intern. Working on the Lightfoot residence, Mr. Teal tasked me to develop many of the design ideas as well as produce all final presentation renderings for the client.

Contributions: Site Analysis, Client Visit, Design Development, Perspective Renderings, Master Plan

Initial Spaces Concepts

4Master Plan

BECKY GATES CHILDREN’S CENTER In addition to working on residential landscapes, I assisted with commercial projects. Working with Vortex Aquatic Structures, Mr. Teal and I developed construction documents for the installation of a splash pad for The Becky Gates Children’s Center.

Contributions: Site Visit, Design Development, Grading Plan, Layout Plan, Planting Plan, Construction Details

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6Grading Plan Layout Plan

SCHOOL

FIERO RESIDENCEA low maintenance townhouse yard was designed for the Fiero family to suit their wants and needs. Succulents line the boardwalk patio that overlooks the walk-in saltwater pool. The minimalist approach to this residential design provides the Fieros with a serene backdrop for activities without the worry of typical yard upkeep.

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Walk-in pool to mimic beach Succulents for low maintenance

Deck for backyard access from top and bottom floors Terraces for gathering areas

25’ x 75’Master Plan

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Succulents for low maintenance

Terraces for gathering areas

MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENTA mixed-use development was proposed in efforts to bring diversity, entertainment, and better quality of life to the College Station area. Groups were tasked to create a masterplan and individually design a space within to more detail.

Contributions: Site Analysis, Master Plan Development, Focal Feature Development

Raylen Worthington

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Green Roof

Retention PondWater Feature Art Display

Green Wall

Prairie Meadow

Focal Feature

Individual Site Plan

TEXAS A&M SOLTIS CENTERDuring Spring Break 2014, select landscape architecture undergraduates traveled to Costa Rica to delve into the field of ecotourism. Our task was to analyze and design for a Costa Rican rainforest experience in an environmentally sensible manner.

Contributions: Site Analysis, Design Development, Perspective Renderings

Austin Hicks

Austin Hicks

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Yessenia Ojeda

Austin Hicks

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ARTMediums I enjoy using include: pencil, pen, and watercolor.

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