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italy study abroad: new school of making _ 4-19

italy Journal _ 20-27

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downtown tampa concept tower _ 28-37

911 memorial _ 38-47

u.s.f. maritime museum _ 48-63

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el barrio de colon | havana cuba _ 64-99

CoursEwork

design build | noah nothing house _ 100-103

ybor new+electric | design development _ 104-111

codes.l.a.h. | digital fabrication _ 112-115

new light rail _ 116-121

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urban symbiosis | urban land instutute _ 122-129

into usf proposal _ 130-141

s.a.c.d. award assemblage _ 142-143

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NEw sChool of mAkiNgf l o r e n c e , i t a l ya b r o a d a d v a n c e d d e s i g n a | s u m m e r 2 0 1 05 w e e k s | p r o f e s s o r : s t e v e c o o k e

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thE firENzENEw sChool of mAkiNglocation:piAzzA mENtANAflorENCE, itAlysite area:20,000 sq. ft.building area:35,000 sq. ft.

Nestled in Florence, the Piazza de Mentana is nothing short of a glorified parking lot. with historic sites such as ponrte vecchio, the academia, duomo and pre-cious sculpture such as the David by Michelangelo in close proximity the goal first became to create a viable public space anchored by a New School of Making.

The New School of Making is is post-graduate institution intended to inspire, teach, and serve an interface for craftsmen of any trait. while situating the building it was important to still allow the defining characteristics of the piazza to take precedent. Themes of transition, movement, and activity coexist with tranquility, and a space at rest. this modern intervention is intended to serve as a mirror of nostalgia. The stark difference between the old and the serves as a barometer to truly gauge how far we have come from the renaissance.

The design of the school strives to create visual and spatial linkage between student and administrative components. all spaces collapse on one central atri-um, no different than most italian piazzas. circulation and transparency create opportunity for coincidence, mimicking a day walking the streets of Florence.

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FIRST FLOOR PLAN1. lobby/reception2. cafe/pastry shop3. outdoor seating area4. research retail area5. product design workshop6. media space7. media space8. small format print room9. mechanical10. restrooms

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FOURTH FLOOR PLAN1. administrative reception2. office3. breakroom4. media rooms5. print center/mechanical6. restrooms7. custodial8. conference room9. outdoor terrace10. thesis/professional studios

THIRD FLOOR PLAN1. library2. studio3. faculty offices4. mechanical5. print pickup6. restrooms7. custodial8. lecture 9. adaptive use10.exterior balcony

SECOND FLOOR PLAN1. library2. studio 3. office/critique 4. print/lounge5. restrooms6. custodial7. lecture8. adaptive use9. exterior balcony

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PIAZZA DEL MENTANASituated in the southwest quadrant of the plaza ,the New School of Making aids in stimulating the space between the residential and educa-tional realms. Furthermore, the public aspect of the institution is accentuated creating an engag-ing urban fabric. the interior atrium of the school echoes the design principals of the piazza.

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l’itAliA giorNAlE (italy Journal)advaNced deSigN a Study abroad SuMMer 2010 | proFeSSor Steve cooke

host university florence university of the arts | 5 weeks

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whi le v is i t ing count less h is tor ic s i tes in i ta l y i t was ver y impor tant to capture the un iqueness o f each. fami l ia r w i th anc ient roman, and renna issance arch i tecture, the goa l became to capture an unders tand ing o f the space that cou ldn ’ t be exp la ined in a manuscr ip t or tex t book. Wi th a des ign pro ject in F lo r-ence on the hor i zon, our journa l ent r ies be-came a cruc ia l re fe rence to unders tand imp l ic i t i ta la in des ign pr inc ip les. the journa l ent r ies he lped deve lop a deep unders tand ing and memory o f each space. In fact these sk i l l s became paramount when the use o f d ig i ta l me-d ia was proh ib i ted in many o f the churches and bu i ld ings. the p iazza prov ided a un ique vantage po in t and unders tand ing o f the pub-l ic rea lm. u l t imat ley th is documentat ion ser ves as l ink to spec i f ic memor ies o f each space.

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A VErtiCAl pulsE

as a cultural, historic, and business district, downtown tampa is transitional district in essence. The integration of mixed-use office towers has grown to accommodate a plethora of commuting workers, often leaving the impres-sion of desolate streets. The execution of a new mixed use office tower will be a chance to turn the tables. the lower mixed use plaza will be chance to create a sense of place, one that promotes activity and interaction. with gaslight park and Franklin St. Mall in mind the aim is to create pedestrian environment that embodies both core essence of each. resulting in the idea of creating commercial activity while attaining an outwardly focused environment. as we shift to a macro-scale, the priority shifts to the tampa skyline and creating a prominent icon that gain interest on a global scale.

after thorough consideration of the problems, goals and objectives the re-sponse is to create a “vertical pulse” for tampa. the concept arises from a need to set a precedent for pedestrian activity around office high-rises in the downtown, tampa area. beginning at grade level the aim is promote interaction at the pedestrian level. by elevating several commercial functions the ground level will be available for active use, becoming a place for exchange, conversa-tion, and rest (mobile market venders, green space, multi-use functions). This language should manifest itself within the tower as well. through the placement of dedicated community spaces in the tower, the iconic nature of the building will simply be a by-product of the inhabitant. in other words it is the balconies, atrium, terraces, and community spaces that result in a richer, diverse form. this building shall become a vertical vessel highlighting nodes of social activity throughout the structure. this “vertical pulse” will provide all users a sense of awareness and social consciousness that only a high-rise can provide.

Site: dowNtowN taMpa, Florida

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A VErtiCAl pulsE (speculative office tower)location:DowNtowN tAmpA,floriDAsite area:57,500 sq. ft.building area:720,000 sq. ft. (48 story x 15000 sf)

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1. grand lobby 2. reception 3. leasable space 4. service corridor 5. security office 6 communications room 7. fire and safety room 8. staff facilities 9. service bays10. loading areas 11. covered drop off 12. plaza area13. fire exits 14. storage. 15. vault16. break room 17. employee lockers18. central receiving 19. park side leasable space

g o A l s +o b J E C t i V E sAfter reviewing the problems, issues, and priorities of an office/commercial building, the following frames the a set of goals and objectives the to be accomplished for successful building design:

1. establish a dialogue between gaslight park and existing site.-minimize the building footprint on the south side of the site

integrate an open space at street level, suggesting a continuation of the park.-integrate vegetation and shading features to provide comfort in the public space.

2. create the iconic building for downtown, tampa.-design a building exceeding 569 feet in height, creating the tallest building in tampa.-create dynamic exterior condition for the tower component (will aid to reduce heat gain). 3. design will provide visual connections to exterior environment as well as the building itself.-All skin system(s) will be a direct response to the view provided, (i.e. shading system will also serve a “visual filter” to less desirable views).-cavity will be recessed along east and west perimeters, allowing visual ties to be made within the building itself, while creating more views.-design in a fashion that allows reveals the different scales of function provided (retail, entertainment, office etc.).

4. Create commercial uses/spaces that are beneficial to the public and office tenants.-amenities shall include retail, entertainment, and educational uses, promoting activity during non-office hours.-Elevate educational (i.e. daycare) components thus increasing safety and ease of access for work-ing parents in office tower above.

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911 mEmoriAllocation:NAtioNAl mAll,wAshiNgtoN, D.C.site area:309 ACrEsbuilding area:8000 sq. ft.

The basic program requirement for this sketch project is to design a monu-ment memorializing the September 11, 2001 attack on the United States of america. a primary design goal of this project is to explore the implicit func-tions of memorials and monuments by an exploration of their intent and the manner of their manifestation.

1.how can a monument give light to the indirect effects of 911? 2.how can a monument inspire a nation to move forward?3.How can a monument memorialize fallen heroes while acknowledging the current heroes and many more to come?4.Why does the site of National Mall)bear so much significance?

design philosophy:the acts of september 11th, 2011 shed light on the past, present, and future in the deepest sense of the phrase. the war on terror cannot be captioned in years, thus evoking a thought of timelessness. The intent of this memorial isn’t to simply engrave al list of fallen soldiers, nor mark an end of a war. Instead the goal is to dedicate a emotion evoking piece to promote feelings of hope and reflection. From the shadows of the night to the bright-ness of a clear horizon the structure reinforces the notion of extremes. from the open sky to the compressed procession, or cold concrete to blooming cherry blossoms, the feeling of difference is present. the feeling of losing a loved one cannot generalized, nor should a memorial. for the set of condi-tions design are intended to accentuate these opposites. the events on that day of distress in september puts our values in perspective. we can cherish the memories we once had, and hope for a brighter day.

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u.s.f. mAritimE musEumbayboro Harbor, St. peterSburg Floridaa d v a n c e d d e s i g n b | f a l l 2 0 1 08 w e e k s | p r o f e s s o r r i c k r a d o s

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u.s.f. mAritimE musEumlocation:bAyboro hArborst. pEtErsburg, floriDAsite area:252,000 sq. ft. (5.78 ACrEs)building area:73,000 NEt sq. ft. / 110 gross sq. ft.

the basic program requirements for this project includes a three dimensional master plan for the

general site area and the design of maritime museum with both outdoor wet, and indoor dry exhibits.

the project will be located on the outer edge of the bayboro harbor peninsula in st. peters-

burg, florida, and is a joint venture of the state of florida, the university of south flori-

da (both of who currently occupy the peninsula) and the maritime museum foundation.

this project will supplement and expand the marine research and educa-

tion activities currently being carried on by usf and the state at this location.

having researched and analyzed the current state of the bayboro harbor peninsula it is evident that the

area has defined itself as a marine science sector. With the integration of a maritime museum the question

consequently becomes, how can a marine science buildings and a new maritime building coexist? the

root of the answer lies in the ability to bridge the gap between institutional, public, and recreational use.

1.Maritime museum shall establish a relationship between the land and the sea.

-Incorporate water into the museum / museum into the water.

-Strengthen path to docks and wet slips.

-Incorporate sea infrastructure into the museum (sea walls, docks, wet slips)

-integrated an adaptable in water exhibit along the waterfront.

2.Revitalize public access in/to Bayboro Harbor.

-Increase public access/paths to the peninsula.

-museum shall carve an exterior public space.

-incorporate public amenities into the site.

3.Create a lively public “courtyard” encompassed by the new museum.

-use courtyard to differentiate museum and public functions

-pedestrian path from site shall terminate at the proposed “courtyard”.

-space shall be oriented to the water.

4.Establish a distinguishable icon.

-maritime museum shall have a night presence.

-maritime museum shall reveal grand scale of exhibits along waterfront.

-materials used shall provide a contrast between the existing buildings.

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_1. administrative reception_2. offices_3. conference room_4. convention room_5. library outdoor seating_6. cafÉ outdoor seating_7. administrative lounge_8. restrooms_9. custodial10. SERVICE AHU/ELECT.

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ground level plan_0. parking _1. entry lobby _2. ticketing + checkroom_3. large craft exhibits_4. changing exhibit_5. outdoor exhibits_6. wet slip exhibits_7. meeting rooms_8. RESTAURANT / CAFé-9. kITCHEN / PREP AREA10. museum gift shop11. shared storage12. research library 13. visitor restrooms14. STAFF RESTRooMS / LoCkERS15. CENTRAL SHIPPINg / RECIEVINg16. custodial space17. central custodial 18. central communications19. gallery storage 20 transformer vault 21. main electrical 22. fire safety room23. emergancy generator room24. air handling unit room

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_1. outdoor exhibit space_2. small craft exhibits_3. nautical arts exhibit_4. sky meZZanine_5. meZZanine_6. restroom_7. custodial_8. SERVICE AHU/ELECT.

THIRD level plan

_1. artifacts exhibit_2. models exhibit_3. nautical arts exhibit_4. MICRo EXHIBITS/VIEWINg AREAS_5. outdoor viewing_6. restroom_7. custodial_8. SERVICE AHU/ELECT.

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El bArrio DE ColóNH a v a N a , c u b aa d v a n c e d d e s i g n c | s p r i n g 2 0 1 1

16 weeks | distinguished professor: jan wampler

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A VillAgE iN thE Cityneighborhood redevelopmentlocation:El bArrio DE ColóN,hAVANA, CubAteam:lEo morANtiNJosh DEACoNDErEk pirozzi

With the current dilapidated state of Colon, there was an opportunity to introduce bold ideas for the future of Havana once the embargo is lifted. The class pushed the boundaries of urban design, introducing bold concepts for improvement. The studio focused on the conceptual aspect of urban design, and stressed the transition of scales. Our group chose to address lack of public space by beginning with carving out a substantial open space through the heart of the barrio. Overpopulated already, there was also a need to inventively create vertical density while considering, stainability, feasibility, and social interaction

why is this plACE?el barrio de colón havana is a moment captured in time. the people, the culture, and the existing contextual conditions have been left for a new gen-eration to re adapt and rehabilitate. such unaffected nostalgia is nearly im-possible to locate in a global culture consumed with commercial and eco-nomical charge. the yearning for a respect of the past and its often idealized form drives the new conditions of a revitalized havana. a history, the charac-ter, an ambiance almost seems to be palpable when experiencing the exist-ing countenance of barrio de colon. this is a place which is truly “real” and exposes that reality with a celebrated demeanor. Nothing is fake. Nothing is taken for granted. This is a province where each corner has a history which dictates and chronicles the narrative of a country who has seen a life time of turmoil. this is the truest state of “real” that something could ever wish to be.

An architectural appreciation for what once was can become a daunting task. it is an obligation that we begin to effect the immediate in a manor that is as much about what is “real,” as the remaining so that the new architectural vo-cabulary is not an intrusion, but instead a benefactor which advocates the rich character that is the place. there is a marriage there, a union which can only survive through the benevolent juxtaposition of the old and new. the environ-ment is then embellished by a completeness that has been enhanced from a layering of an architectural vocabularies. the result becomes a space not about an architecture of arrogance, imagery, or ornamentation, but instead about the spirit of the place. this is an architecture of virtue, an architecture of merit.

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lA plAzA DE ColóNthe primary design move was to address the absence of public space in the existing barrio de colón. increasing the vertical density throughout the project boundaries allowed for the presence of a central plaza serving as the epicenter for the neighborhood.

lessons from quito, ECuADorunable to visit havana, cuba the class used a trip to Quito, ecuador to serve as a case study for a spanish colonial city. this blessing is disguise provided an understanding of the public space and rich spanish (south american) culture. the public spaces are saturated with activity, with a healthy ratio of young to old, movement to rest, and variety. these clues from Quito helped the group understand the essence of a lively, viable, and successful public space in latin culture.

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lA plAzA DE ColoN central plaZathe current lack of open public space stresses the need for a central core. lined with commercial, entertainment, and residential usage the plaza strives to create a set of interlocking activities. the signature cultural center and hotel tower provide a bal-ance between international and local interest. the vertical edge along the perimeter of the plaza creates a new condition for the city of Havana. Our proposal seeks to invigorate the imagination as what Havana can be once the embargo is lifted. Fur-thermore the plaza intends to draw on existing imprints of the site using former spaces the dictate the placement new landscape, water, and surface features.

**The three dimensional aspect of urban design was emphasized in this studio through the use of models as process. Unconventional models such as the found object model reinforced the various scales of interest. 1. plaza groundscape study2. intensity of public space3. creating a center- new vs. old4. waterfront dialogue5. found object model (printer and fax) addressing multiples scales and uniqueness

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ElEVAtED spACE DistributioNDefined elevated shared space and verti-cal space between buildings create a new network of space and visual relationships.New structures above allowed public spaces to occur at the pedestrian level.

.El mErCADo (the market)the market is an essential component of Hispanic culture. carved out of the plaza, the market creates the ground-scape. Space begins to be delineated by shade, time, and elevation change. the vacant space provided creates an op-portunity for vendors, leisure, and inter-action amongst the community. due to the vertical nature of the city spaces be-tween, spaces between work accordingly.

1. elevated structure study. design goal was to used ex-terior circulation and minimize impact onexisting footprint2. elevated space allocation3. Section Model. Plaza de Colon market (open to water.4. final model (walnut representing new structure, chip-boards represents existing buildings modified to create

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1. Plaza schematic with residential reconfiguration studies.2. shared space opportunities. 3. found object model. creating a range of scales and open space conditions.4. preliminary plaza integration. creating a “public cavity” centrally located in the barrio, encompassed by vertical development. 5. final proposal.(aerial)

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while researching the current state of the barrio, the lack of public space called for a new approach of placing public space. the vertical stitching approach starts link new and old buildings in a lateral and vertical manner. the open spaces with in each block create an inti-mate scale of social space, a place for conversation and encounters.

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thE thrEE DimENsioNAl CourtyArDAs the central space became more defined,it was evident that the same attitude may be introduced to the smaller scale areas. the three dimensional courtyard is sculpt-ed from the altered block configuration. The buildings above are able to create a sense of enclosure at ground level, while carving a social space between the build-ing. the rooftop network created promotes communication, health and opportunity.

The residential component of the project consists of reconfiguring the existing blocks, maintaining the footprints of the buildings with the exception of buildings re-moved to create public space. consequently the square footage removed will be replaced with a new layer of development.

1. residential quad-plan typology2. residential interblock relation3. residential quad linkage opportunities4. “skyspace” residential schematic5. residential circulation axonometric6. schematic housing section/plaza interaction7. street perspective looking towards plaza above.

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the waterfront presence of the barrio presents an opportunity to create an environment suitable for the ever-present water interac-tion of urban culture. the waterfront presence creates an educa-tional, industrial, and social opportunity for the people of the barrio de Colon. The goal then becomes to extend the main plaza space to the water, thus defining the unbounded nature of the public realm.

1. potential pedestrian level ope green space2. Schematic Section- Waterfront Industrial/ Educational Facility

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The first day westarted to attached furring strips to the bottom of the entry roof, worked on scaffolding, other group worked on sanding and sealing siding.

We continued to work on furring strips and vent along the inner front edge of the roof. Applied venting material stapled the spray painted the exterior black .Aligned siding to nail to furring strip, difficulty along edge ending at window. Nearly no margin for error !Finished siding on the roof and removed scaffolding. We also removed the formwork off of the entry concrete bench.monday Josh and i had to removed previously completed furring strips and inserted weathering strips to top entry and left side of the building 2/1/10Made the wall for right side of the entry. 103 ¼ “ panel for roof. Laney and I cut S.I.P. panel to fit. Continued to work on flashing for clerestory windows, great difficulty to turn a corner with flashing but eventually we got the hang of it.2/3/10We spent most of the day redoing mistakes. Completed framing for entry wall (by fountain). Framing exterior wall (bath-room lobby ) had to be removed to insert hurricane clips, attach Tyvek sheet, realign wall and roof.2/8/10Roofers arrived today and installed the sheet metal along roof edges “Prattco Roofing and Sheet Metal”. We install hur-ricane clips into the interior hall. 6 nail per clip, 4 per side. i got to use the pneumatic hammer made the process very efficient. Applied Tyvek onto wall with staples. Jean and Jessica cut siding for the back side. gravel for entry was put in in preparation for concrete. i learned how to connect the framing to the shipping container.2/10/10Josh and Eli worked on the framing for windows and put weather strips in. The bathroom lobby seems to be coming along, it is actually enclosed now. We had redo flashing again above the entry and mount additional furring strips . Sid-ing on side is complete. I worked on the roof and secured the S.I.P. panels to the shipping container2/15/10First concrete section of the entry was poured today. We ahd to move the rocks in closer to the entrance. Josh and Eli cut sip panels. we will need to continues to pour concrete pads one a day and eventually the handicap ramp .2/16/10 Pored to third concrete pad today after working on the formwork for quite some time we had the dismantle it and move it 6” backed. once we actually started pouring it seemed to go fast due to the collaborative effort.2/22/10Mary, Laney, and I worked on the formwork for pantry exit stairs and poured the concrete stairs. We had to build up with dirt significantly. After completed 12 bags were used. I had to relocated 12 bags of concrete to rear shipping containers . we bagan to moved material around in preparation for framng. 2/24/10Jean and Sean worked on perlins for ceiling above main hall and entry. Josh, mary, Laney and I worked on pantry fram-ing. Josh and laney assembled while mary and i cut and measured. mary and i cleaned above computer shipping con-tainer and unveil the skylights. Much concrete blocks, sheet metal, tarp, and trash was moved. Jessica was applying thermoblock to interior framing. We had a visit from a church member and she seemed rather impressed (good feeling)3/1/10Laney and I emptied pantry shipping container and continued to frame. Working with the container clean made working very efficient. We proceeded to complete framing and work on the connection between the framing and shipping con-tainers we had to cut down spacers to hold framing stationary.3/15/10First day back from spring-break . Entry door was installed and perlins for the ceiling completed. The sliding glass door to the rear was also installed. We started on framing for the computer room. Laney and I worked on the portion wall framing for the pantry .3/17/10

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The first day westarted to attached furring strips to the bottom of the entry roof, worked on scaffolding, other group worked on sanding and sealing siding.

We continued to work on furring strips and vent along the inner front edge of the roof. Applied venting material stapled the spray painted the exterior black .Aligned siding to nail to furring strip, difficulty along edge ending at window. Nearly no margin for error !Finished siding on the roof and removed scaffolding. We also removed the formwork off of the entry concrete bench.monday Josh and i had to removed previously completed furring strips and inserted weathering strips to top entry and left side of the building 2/1/10Made the wall for right side of the entry. 103 ¼ “ panel for roof. Laney and I cut S.I.P. panel to fit. Continued to work on flashing for clerestory windows, great difficulty to turn a corner with flashing but eventually we got the hang of it.2/3/10We spent most of the day redoing mistakes. Completed framing for entry wall (by fountain). Framing exterior wall (bath-room lobby ) had to be removed to insert hurricane clips, attach Tyvek sheet, realign wall and roof.2/8/10Roofers arrived today and installed the sheet metal along roof edges “Prattco Roofing and Sheet Metal”. We install hur-ricane clips into the interior hall. 6 nail per clip, 4 per side. i got to use the pneumatic hammer made the process very efficient. Applied Tyvek onto wall with staples. Jean and Jessica cut siding for the back side. gravel for entry was put in in preparation for concrete. i learned how to connect the framing to the shipping container.2/10/10Josh and Eli worked on the framing for windows and put weather strips in. The bathroom lobby seems to be coming along, it is actually enclosed now. We had redo flashing again above the entry and mount additional furring strips . Sid-ing on side is complete. I worked on the roof and secured the S.I.P. panels to the shipping container2/15/10First concrete section of the entry was poured today. We ahd to move the rocks in closer to the entrance. Josh and Eli cut sip panels. we will need to continues to pour concrete pads one a day and eventually the handicap ramp .2/16/10 Pored to third concrete pad today after working on the formwork for quite some time we had the dismantle it and move it 6” backed. once we actually started pouring it seemed to go fast due to the collaborative effort.2/22/10Mary, Laney, and I worked on the formwork for pantry exit stairs and poured the concrete stairs. We had to build up with dirt significantly. After completed 12 bags were used. I had to relocated 12 bags of concrete to rear shipping containers . we bagan to moved material around in preparation for framng. 2/24/10Jean and Sean worked on perlins for ceiling above main hall and entry. Josh, mary, Laney and I worked on pantry fram-ing. Josh and laney assembled while mary and i cut and measured. mary and i cleaned above computer shipping con-tainer and unveil the skylights. Much concrete blocks, sheet metal, tarp, and trash was moved. Jessica was applying thermoblock to interior framing. We had a visit from a church member and she seemed rather impressed (good feeling)3/1/10Laney and I emptied pantry shipping container and continued to frame. Working with the container clean made working very efficient. We proceeded to complete framing and work on the connection between the framing and shipping con-tainers we had to cut down spacers to hold framing stationary.3/15/10First day back from spring-break . Entry door was installed and perlins for the ceiling completed. The sliding glass door to the rear was also installed. We started on framing for the computer room. Laney and I worked on the portion wall framing for the pantry .3/17/10

george brought the welding machine and a large shipment of 2x4’s / 1x8 cedar. The electrician passed by to survey the place. Formwork for gloria office first concrete wall was discussed and started.3/22/10Laney and I worked on framing for concrete wall. ( see sketch).3/29/10Laney and placed “ground nuts” into all of the electrical boxes. “Rick” the electrician (30 year veteran) consulted us and had us take down all of the overhead electrical boxes. This was due to a change in lighting design, now only one box is needed per row. We all also worked on getting the north wall ready for roof support plates. Hurricane straps had to be removed the support penetration. twan and i cut down 2”x6”’s down for the inserts. again the “refabrication” of this wall taught us how to prepare walls to hold loads, even if it meant repeating previously done work.3/31/10Today we worked on electrical. We ran “homeruns” (wires to the electrical panel). overhead wire ran was 10 gauge. Holes needed to be cut into framing. I worked with Eli and Laney while Mary worked on the shear bracing over the inte-rior entry. Mary and Jean Maurice climbed into the trusses to run power for future lighting. Electricians DJ and Rick were a huge help. george and Sean welded the fixtures for more shear bracing. I learned how to use a “rotosplit”. Formwork for second concrete wall is erected. The first one had air pockets but it added a rich quality , I hope it doesn’t get cov-ered with mortar. The blue cable ran was for data (internet, phone, etc). The 110 cable has three wire (black, green, and white), while the 220 has four wires. Josh and installed cable connectors on all of the boxes. at the beginning of the day inspectors passed by the church and stumbled on the site. the will probably be responsible for our framing inspection.4/5/10Wiring is “done” for the most part. Laney, Josh, and John worked on fastening wires in to wall. Second concrete wall is and drying. I had to remove wiring ran to the roof (potential roof lighting) due to water-proofing problems. The house across the street has been demolished (what a beautiful site). we also anchored several wall into the shipping container and poured another concrete wall. Sean and Stan worked on securing tension anchors to the north wall while Mary secured the overhead wiring with zip ties. Josh and i cut pvc pipe to feed wire through the concrete walls. eli and twan worked on the trimming for the exterior of the shipping containers. We had a discussion about the entry space and treat-ment of the siding and windows. Fadi jack hammered for over an hour to make way for exterior wiring (underground). We also worked on sealing all the windows, making spacers for brackets.4/7/10Second concrete wall is officially done, and formwork for final concretes wall is erected. We ran into problems running the wire into the concrete wall, some concrete seem to spill into the pvc pipe. after some time chiseling away we eventu-ally got the wire through. We poured the final concrete wall, while george cut holes in to the shipping container floors. Josh and Sean worked on the framing for over gloria’s concrete walls. The pouring was rather efficient Mary operated the mixer, Eli and Twan poured the bags in, Laney handed me the concrete buckets while I poured the concrete into the formwork. The roofers were outside working on the roof membrane, (roll on adhesive. Steel beams for the north wall arrived at the end of day, eli and i moved the beams (four total). 4/12/10We worked on installing siding in the entry partition wall. We came to consensus on the design and there will be no windows (thankfully). Mary and I installed while Laney cut . 4/15/10Today Eli, Mary, Laney and I worked on cutting steel beams for north overhang . Holes needed to be cut corresponding to the steel plates. two typed of bits need to be used, one to start in and another to widen.4/19/10The day mostly consisted of finishing up projects I actually hammered back all of the exposed nails from the siding instal-lation. laney and i had to remove all of the sawdust from the containers, install covers and pull wires from electrical in the concrete wall.

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NEw ElECtriC gAllEry (revisited)location:ybor City,tAmpA, floriDAsite area:3,042 sq. ft.building area:8,5ww00 sq. ft.

serving as both a bar and new electric media gallery, the new+electric serves both the public and private realms. due to the narrow width of the site, the designed called for strong sectional exploration and concise form decisions. the concept of the building arises from the rational dual-ity that defines Ybor city as both a contemporary and and historic place.

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projects:CoDE oNE & CoDE thrEEtype:pANEliziNg surfACE & pApEr sCulpturEteam blog:http://CoDEslAh.blogspot.Com/team:lEo morANtiNADAm NAkAgoshihigor ArruDAstEphANiE hErriNg

the goal of this course was to understand the basic principals of digital fabrication. code one serves as an attempt for the group to get familiar wit program like Rhinoceros and grass-hopper. these parametric modeling programs not only allowed the group to create unique object digitally, but actually aided in creating laser files for the fabrication of the objects. Code one is simply a triangulated penalized surface. a grasshopper script was used to produce the tab in order to assemble the surface. derived from code one, code three is a populated 3-d sur-face. the three dimensional aspect of the form made it ex-ponentially more difficult to assemble. Exceeding 2000 unique pieces, the paper sculpture required all of the group members for assembly. this introduction to the world of digital fabrication went a long way. it began with arbitrary shapes, eventually we learned how to control parameters and control the end result.

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proposal philosophy

the green space above the roof of the structure maintains the eco-logical balance in the surrounding area upon arrival. passengers are welcomed by the iconic structure with it’s tranquil bends and folds produced by the natural surroundings. northbound passengers are directed to the main open structure and southbound passengers are welcome by an alcove structure reflecting the main space. passengers arriving at the station in motor vehicles can safely and efficiently park at the designated spaces at the existing Tampa Dog Track parking facil ity. the pedestrian friendly controlled routes will direct passengers crossing lamar avenue to and from the terminal safely. passengers may also secure bicycles at designated bicycle racks within the vicin-ity of the main terminal. the design idea of the structure is to il lustrate that not only is it ecologically responsible to travel by light rail, but the structure itself is reproducing this idea in a unique architectural form. the bird street station is not only an iconic ecological structure. but a hub for the local community. the station will import and activate local businesses and develop a sustainable economy in the local com-munity. passengers of the station will also be educated in the advan-tages of traveling via light rail by digital displays in the station while waiting for scheduled arrivals and departures. the bird street station represents an architectural structure that will activate new businesses, education local community and promote ecological awareness

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trANsit ACCEss + pEDEstriAN systEms• Un iversa l l y des igned, complete s t reets fo r a l l res idents and v is i to rs• Access to and w i th in the ne ighborhood through an in te rconnected system of mass t rans i t , s t reets, and pedest r ian pathways• Access to a var ie ty o f commerc ia l needs• Employment center in c lose prox im i ty to the t rans i t s ta t ion

Job CrEAtioN + NEighborhooD stAbility• Increas ing the dens i ty o f the town center w i th a ma jor employment center w i l l jump-star t job growth• Large bus inesses are used to anchor the town center and draw v iab le sma l l o f f ices and bus inesses• oppor tun i t ies fo r incubator bus inesses are prov ided by promot ing a f fo rdab le re ta i l

built form + NAturAl fEAturEs• Connect and enhance the olmsted Brother ’s greenways p lan to reach beyond the ne ighborhood center• Program the greenway connector w i th d iverse uses to act i va te communi ty spaces and complement the ne ighborhood’s cu l tu ra l d ivers i t y• Storm-water management is improved by us ing open b io-swa les connected to an eco log ica l round -about , green roofs w i th d i rected runof f , and per v ious pavement• Communi ty gardens br ing oppor tun i t ies fo r u rban agr icu l tu re, wh ich can be used by loca l res idents and restaurants

NEighborhooD VitAlity + DiVErsity• Mixed uses foster economic growth• Af fo rdab le hous ing prov ide a l l income leve ls the oppor tun i ty fo r adequate hous ing• Ce lebra te the communi ty ’s d iverse cu l tu res by prov id ing prospects fo r loca l bus inesses• L ive/work space promotes ent repreneursh ip and a f fo rdab i l i t y• Act i v i t ies that cater to the youth in the Ne ighborhood•Un iversa l Des ign e lements that in tegra te d isab led persons in to the Ne ighborhood

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lEo morANtiN | architecture

JoANNE fiEbE | urban design

AlANA brAsiEr | planning + policy

higor ArruDA | architecture

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community and the larger urban context• Place-making and qual i ty of l i fe• Economic development and community prosper i ty• Job creat ion and fami ly stabi l i ty• Physica l condi t ions and susta inabi l i ty• Paths of movement and funct ional orders• V isual character and place ident i ty• V i ta l i ty and jo ie de verve

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robert Macleod | directordr. levent kara | lead designer/assistant professor

graduate student design team:

leonardo Morantin + derek Pirozzi

i N t o u . s . f center proposal

PROGRaM:ground floor -mu l t i -purpose c lassroom 650 -computer lab 750-l ibrar y 1200-of f ices 5@100 (500)-of f ices 3@150 (450)-conference room 400-of f ices 3@200 (600)-group of f ice 3@400 (1200)-student lounge area 1050 -cafe 1400-recept ion 1400-aud i to r ium 2400 second floor-classrooms (adapt i ve ) -18@450 (8100)-computer lab 750-learn ing lab 900-of f ices 3@100 (300)-smal l group of f ice 250-student lounge area 1050

third floor-classrooms (adapt i ve ) -18@450 (8100)-computer lab 750-learn ing lab 900-of f ices 3@100 (300)-smal l group of f ice 250-student lounge area 1050

fourth floor-classrooms (adapt i ve )-9@450 (4050)-computer lab 750-facu l ty open of f ice area 2@2000 (4000)-of f ices 5@150 (750)-of f ices 4@250 (1000)-smal l group of f ices 4@250 (1000)-student lounge area 850-conference room 400

TOTal: 43,000 NET SQ.FT. 60,000 GROSS SQ.FT.

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iNto™ u.s.f. proposAllocation:uNViErsty of south floriDA CAmpustAmpA, floriDAclient:u.s.f. proVost’s offiCE/iNto u.s.f.site area:14,000 sq. ft.building area:43,000 sq.ft. design team:levent kara (lead designer)leo morantin + Derek pirozzi

into is a world renown international foreign exchange institution. the recent expansion to the univer-

sity of south florida ignited a series of schematic design submittals including residence, classroom,

and administrative building concepts. The second phase of this design exercise entailed defining

a potential host building for the organization at the university of south florida. the building would

replace the deteriorating life science building, and expand the development centered around the

University’s entrance. The building’s volumetric silhouette clearly identifies the classroom, study,

office and cafe spaces while focusing on the main atrium circulation. This addition would only

be the first phase of a project that has the potential to create an identifiable node on campus.

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with the addition of several new awards (emerging architect, distinguished alumni, and service), it is important for students to give back in the truest meaning of the phrase. Fusing hand woodworking with digital laser layered engraving, allowed the design award design to be easily mass-produced and custom-ized. This project was a simple way to give back to the school and perhaps can build a tradition of student crafting the annual awards. this practice allows each award to bear a unique-ness and echo the skills that have come to define our school.

*As a student who has been blessed enough to receive awards in the past, I find it extremely important to give back in any way possible. For it is because of guidance and op-portunity that students excel. We have obligations and re-quirements, yet these tasks are only a minimum. Wheth-er it be crafting an award or helping move a desk, we as future architects we must think outside of ourselves.142

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