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Loren Ordean Johnson1151 North State Street

Elgin, Illinois. 60123

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Architectural Portfolio

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Graduate Thesis II

Graduate Thesis I

CSS ADAPT Competition Entry

Advanced Digital Design Studies

Private Residence - Wilmette, IL

Marketing - Park Ridge, IL

St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church - Elgin, IL

Transit Oriented Development - North Milwaukee Corridor

Public Library - East Dundee, IL

Zeitgeist Arts Theatre - Duluth, MN.

Hand Sketches - European Study Tour

December 2012 - May 2013

May 2011 - December 2012

February 2013

October 2012

February 2012

August 2011

Fall 2011

Spring 2011

Spring 2010

Summer 2008

Summer 2010

Judson University

Judson University

Competition

Judson University

Kioxin, Inc.

Kioxin, Inc.

Judson University

Judson University

Judson University

Stanius-Johnson Architects

Judson University

Works Chronology Employer/University

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Graduate Thesis II - Judson UniversityProject Summary› Create a building and landscape design that actively improves or restores the native eco-system.› Explore the question of how people best learn in, of, and about nature.› Use systems-thinking to address ideas of materiality, life-cycle costs, energy saving, and habitat development.

Design Product› This building was thought of as points along a gradient. That gradient was considered as belonging between two extremes, the ecologi-cally dominated and the human dominated.› The entire architectural product is a response to the bio-facilitation bridge, an manifested idea of eco-mimicry which takes a document-ed biodiversity response and forms it into a bridge concept.

Screw Piles

Terrestrial Zone

Aquatic Predator Zone

Aquatic Predator/Prey Zone

Water Level

Bridge Surface

Creek Bed

Observation- Ordered Seating- Scientific Equipment- Compromised by lack of context.

Graduated Area- Diverse opportunity- Mixed seating options- Proximity to structure, but without its limitations

Immersion- Absence of architecture- Portable Instruments- Compromised by lack of struc-ture and control.


Animal Behavior Observation Classroom

Office

Office

Office

Outdoor Atrium

General Classroom

General Classroom/Lab/Office

Office

Office

Office

OutdoorMultipurpose

Outdoor Storage

Exhibition/Demonstration Space

Wildlife Observation Deck

Living Machine Display Central Platform Display Dispersed Pedestal Display


Detail Elevation/Wall Section CompositeSummer Solstice_72o

Winter Solstice_27o

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1. Photovoltaic Panels2. Habitat Modules3. Sculpted Light Shelf This element serves to enhance the quality of light within the interior spaces by rounding the top of the shelf. Since the sun’s rays are nearly parallel in their relationship to each other, they will reflect off of a curved surface due to their angle of incidence.

4. Articulating Biomass Solar Shade This element is one way of recycling on-site woody biomass. Cellulosic branches less than 2 inches in diameter are framed into an articulating metal bracket which serves to protect the interior spaces from unwanted solar gain in fall and spring when the weather is warmer.

5. Thermosiphon Gabion Wall This element serves to pre-heat the air coming into the building after being col-lected by the earth tube system. In the winter months, the black metal screen will heat up in the suns rays, warming a pocket of air behind it. This air can then be drawn into the building in order to lessen the load on the mechanical units.

Animal Behavior Observation Classroom

Office

Office

Office

Outdoor Atrium

General Classroom

General Classroom/Lab/Office

Office

Office

Office

OutdoorMultipurpose

Outdoor Storage

Exhibition/Demonstration Space

Wildlife Observation Deck


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biostasis*

biointrusio

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utilization

physical a�ect

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bioregional scale

fabric scale

building scale

ecosystem scale

species scale

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social (the social life of small urban spaces)

inter-spatial connections

fabric scale

aural

visual

aural

olfactory

visual

aquatic

terrestrial

anthropic

botanic

zoologic

atmosphericgeologic

pedosphericatm

osphericgeologic

heliospherichydrospheric

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ecosystem scale

species scale

fabric scale

building scale

pollution

waste

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*Biostasis: Serves to maintain the state of the biosphere. In social and mental states it serves to provide the most natural conditions of the citizen. Strives to maintain a completely neutral existence. Portions of the “Cradle to Cradle” model belongs in this theoretical space, so far as it is a “net-zero” system. The book “Towards Zero Energy Architecture” is also entwined in this system as the architecture depicted within is based on the neutral energy model.

*Bioassistance: Serves to assist the natural ecology in terms of using the natural model paired with human resources and ingenuity to attain a “hybrid” natural model. This model is primarily utilized in either the task of remediation of previously ruined areas, or in the cultivation of a natural ecosystem which is struggling to succeed on its own. These tasks should only be undertaken with strict ecological study and supervision.

*Biomimicry: In this theoretical space, nature is used as either model, measure, or mentor in order to achieve a “biomimetic” result (or that which mimics nature towards a goal), be it energy savings, reduced drag, aesthetic a�ect, etc. This space is wholly modeled on the book “Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature”

*Biointrusion: This is an action which must also be taken with the highest level of care and scienti�c study. As humans do not yet entirely understand the innerworkings of ecological or biogeochemical interactions, this theoretical space should only be used in cases of simple input, impact, and output. One model that �ts well in this area is the use of “views” of nature. In this arena, views of nature are seen as biointrusive because of the laws of quantum mechanics (one cannot observe a system without changing it) On a less esoteric level, the very metrics of sight distance require a building to be close enough to provide a view, and the building’s intrusion on a natural ecology will change it.

Ecological Attributes of Biocentric ArchitectureGraduate Thesis I - Judson UniversitySummary*› In the field of architecture, humanity’s relationship to nature is being reconsidered. Homes are being designed to higher energy standards; materials are commonly speci-fied as non-toxic, ethical, and sustainably-sourced; and urban planning is experiencing a renewal of sustainable techniques and prac-tices. Parallel paradigm shifts are ongoing in the many fields of material science, waste management, holistic medicine, and engineer-ing. Interwoven amongthese movements is a theme of looking to nature for advice, ideas, restoration, whole-someness,and invention. Drawing on the work of aca-demics, architects, and experts in forestry and ecological science,this thesis brings to-gether a cohesive method for explaining the attributes of “biocentric design” in relation-ship to one another and to the concept of biocentrism as a whole.

X Y Type of Interaction0 0 Neutralism*0 - Amensalism+ O Commensalism- - Competition*+ + Mutualism+ - Predation or Parasitism0 is no effect, - is detrimental, and + is beneficial. In this system, architecture (as primary to humanity) or ecology/species can be substituted for either x or y value. Architecture is defined as a surrogate for humanity and as such is grouped with it.

*Unused InteractionsCompetition: mutually detrimental interaction between two organisms.Neutralism: interaction but mutually (negligible) effect.Herbivory: the partial consumption of an organism by another.

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*In seeking to understand the interaction between our architecture and ecology, we can place ar-

chitecture in surrogacy of the human species and translate the traditional interaction types.

SPECIES SURROGATE THEORY: INTRODUCTION SPECIES INTERACTION THEORY

CLASSIFICATION OF INTERACTIONS

ORGANIZATION LEVELS

ARCHITECTURAL SURROGATE THEORY*

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ParasitismPredation

Antagonistic MutualisticSymbiotic

net zeronet zero

Amensalism Amensalismnet negative

penicilium | staph.

land-use | ecosystem

predator | p. dart frog

home | tree overshading

cowbird | eastern phoebe

building | forest

osprey | fish

chernobyl | forest

egret | cattle

thorncrown | ozarks

shark | remoray

concrete | biosphere

clown fish | anemone

cladding | vegetation

net negative

Mutualismgross positive

Commensalism Commensalismnet positive net positive

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Bullit Center, SeattleMiller Hull Architects

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resource mgmtprevention

preservationremediationmetabiosis

waterorg. materialairland space

resource mgmtbreak downmaint. structureprocess inf.makemodifymaint. comm.move or stayaesthetics

mutualism describes an interaction between two or more species in which each species derives a benefit as a result. In this case, each side experiences a resource-based benefit as a result of the interaction.

SPECIES SURROGACY THEORY DIAGRAM 05a: MUTUALISM: RESOURCE-RESOURCE

this describes a condi-tion in which biological material flows in both directions continuously.

alpha-alpha tree thinning-tree return

tree thinning-copse return

tree thinning-forest return

copse thinning-tree return

copse thinning-copse return

copse thinning-forest return

forest thinning-tree return

forest thinning-copse return

forest thinning-forest return

aerated veg.-planter

aerated veg.-planted area

aerated veg.-planted ecos.

aerated lvg wall-planter

aerated lvg wall-planted area

aerated lvg wall-planted ecos

urban park-planter

urban park-planted area

urban park-planted ecos.

binary scale sets

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this describes a condition in which the resource-resource

exchange creates suitable living conditions for a third organism.

cyclical utilization

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resource facilitation metabiosis

primary*2

secondary*3

service: that ecological action which another spe-cies benefits from, but this benefit is external to that species which directly engages in the production of the “service”. Is not “used up” as a result of the interaction.examples:

natural functionsassemblyworkcleaningprotection-safety

resource: “something in the environment required by an organism for its maintenance and growth that is consumed in the process of being use” (Sadava et. all, Life, G-25)

examples:

foodshelterairwatermaterialnutrients

botanicanthropic

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in exchange for the resource of 3.8 mil-lion years of design iteration, architecture may return a service in the form of ac-

tive management of local areas.

management

an interaction between two or more species in which each species derives a benefit as a result. One example of this is biomimicry, or the act of “emulation of nature’s genius”. This is conditional upon Benyus’ theory of ecological return (supported theologically by Dr. Calvin DeWitt’s theory of earthkeeping, avad’ stewardship, and con-service).

05b: MUTUALISM: SERVICE-SERVICE

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maintain community

maintain physical integrity

preser-vation

architecture whose physical incarnation aids in the management of

ecosystems

architecture whose programmed spaces pro-vides for management

of ecosystems

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CSS ADAPT Competition SubmissionProject Summary› “The University will explore, through a two-stage open design competition, possible alterations to the facades of the building that could improve its appearance for both users and guests of the School of Education. The building remains a temporary home for the School, yet it is likely to remain in Creekside South for the foresee-able future. The competition is an ideas competition for a second-generation, cost-conscious, aesthetic adap-tion of the original structure.”

Design Product› This project is a response to the above Judson Univer-sity Competition brief, aligning with the ideas of energy savings and the function of architectural ornament. The idea of a transpired solar collector is used in conjunc-tion with the concept of a “timekeeper” layer of skin atop existing vertical metal cladding. The two layers act in synchronicity in order to create variegated shade and shadow on an otherwise plain building face.

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Advanced Digital Design Studies - Judson UniversitySummary› Used Rhinoceros 5.0 and Grasshopper 0.9 to create an open-source tutorial for Judson University.› Translated solar geometry algorithms into a workable parametric model for use in surface analysis, object reorientation, and solar position tracking.› Verified solar geometry algorithms with Professor of Advanced Daylighting, Dr. David Ogoli.

solar geometry equations

ast: apparent solar time(conversion of local standard into solar time)

= LST+(ET/60)+(LSM-LON)/15

LST: local standard timeLSM: local standard time meridian

et: equation of time(difference between apparent solar time and mean solar time)

= 9.87sin(2B)-7.53cos(B)-1.5sin(B)

b=(360(n-81))/365

n: julian date(expression of the date as a number counting forward from 0)

: solar declination angle(Earth’s deviation from its 90° axis.)

=23.45°sin[360(284+julian date)/365]

hour angle: (expression of the hour as an angle from solar noon)

=15°x(current time - 1200)

: solar altitude angle: (vertical angle of the sun above the horizon at 0°)

sin =((sin latitude)*(sin))+((cos latitude)*(cos)*(cos hour angle)

: solar azimuth angle: (horizontal angle of the sun from the south at 0°)

cos=(((sin)*(sin latitude))-(sin))/((cos)*(cos latitude))


Private Residence - Wilmette, ILProject Summary› Redesign of interior and garage addition onto a historic 1920’s home in Wilmette, Illinois.› Extensive zoning code review, neighborhood appearance review, as well as meetings with neighbors to resolve disputes.

Responsibilities› All on-site measurements, as-built documentation, and digital drafting from pre-design to construction documents using AutoCAD 2009.› Zoning code graphic illustrations and packet to be presented to the local commission.› Architect-client meeting notes and photography of existing conditions› Coordinate with contractor/developer on measurements and shop drawings.


Marketing - Park Ridge, ILProject Summary› During the holidays, create a marketing strategy of various materials, including gifts to previous clients composed of digital illustrations of their projects.

Responsibilities› Create a “hand drafted” visual aesthetic with the use of digital tools. (SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator)› Maintain the visual aesthetic throughout all marketing materials.› Compose all digital models from prior construction documents, typi-cally ink on mylar.


St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, Elgin IL.Project Summary› Create a landmark church building to rep-resent the Greek Orthodox faith in northern Illinois.› In keeping with doctrinal beliefs, the design should last 1,000 years.› Use daylighting, material, and color to com-pose a rich worship experience.

Design Product› The entire building is composed of the pri-mary elements of Greek Orthodoxy. The dome represents the heavens, the square represents humanity, and the towers serve as angels to guard that which is holy.› Self-taught Revit and 3DS Max to produce building model and photorealitic rendering.› Analyzed and designed for church choir acoustics and adequate daylighting in the local climate.› The building components were made to be demountable in the event of a component failure as to prolong the life of the building as a whole. Long-lasting materials and short-lived materials were separated into distinct zones.


Transit-Oriented Development - North Milwaukee Corridor, IL.Project Summary› Create a walkable, contextual, transit-orient-ed development to serve the neighborhood with high-density residences and office space.

Design Product› Building form and siting was driven by day-lighting conditions and the local climate. The unique aspect of incorporating the existing L-train station into the building form was a learning experience as well.


Public Library - East Dundee, IL.Project Summary› Create a design for a new public library to revitalize and energize a economically depressed neighborhood

Design Product› The prevailing design influences for this proj-ect were strict programmatic separation and designation, investigation of the relationship between solar angles and a translucent skin, and investigation into a modular system for a skin/structure relationship.

1/2” Scale


Zeitgeist Arts Theatre - Duluth, MNProject Summary› Renovation of historic building into a combination art theatre and cafe while retaining the exterior facade materials.› Incorporate the personal aesthetic style of the client in the form of art prints, sleek modern design, and colorful, flexible furnish-ings.

Responsibilities› Creation and management of the digital model throughout the schematic design and design development phases.› Create dynamic, animated presentations showcasing the designs of the architect and in-house interior designer.› Create multiple options for each presentation and manage the digital content for continuity and digital resiliency.

photo courtesy SJA


International Airport - Duluth, MNProject Summary› New, $78 million International Airport to serve the Duluth/Northland area.› Full design, engineering, and interior design services.

Responsibilities› Creation and management of the digital model throughout the sche-matic design and design development phases.› Create dynamic animated presentations showcasing the designs of the architect and in-house interior designer.› Create multiple options for each presentation and manage the digital content for continuity and digital resiliency.

photo courtesy SJA


Sketching - Florence, Rome, Paris, Barcelona, and CordobaSummary› Over the summer of 2010, I traveled with students from my studio class to Italy, France, and Spain. We sketched, studied, and examined the buildings of the past to inform the architecture of the present and future.

Hector Guimard End Table, Musee D’Orsay The Louvre, Paris

Notre Dame, Paris


Loren Ordean Johnson1151 North State Street

Elgin, Illinois. 60123

e. [email protected]. 218.251.8065

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