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prefabricated preconception
kra boathouse
confabulatores nocturni
4-H cam
per cabins
a new appalachian lode
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confabulatores nocturni
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Spring 2011, 2nd yearCharlottesville, VAHigher Education CenterProfessor Brian Ambroziak
The idea of adding a new pavilion to Thomas Jefferson’s original ten on the lawn at the University of Virginia seems absurd to the many who have visited. This project focuses on accomplishing this very task without copying or repeating past stylistic ideas.
The new pavilion needs to encompass indoor/outdoor reading spaces, a hall of shadows, and a secret meeting space for a new secret society, The Confabulatores Nocturni. In addition, the pavilion needs to act as a lantern during the day and at night. The site itself has a significant grade change as well as a pre-existing statue dedicated to George Washington.
In an attempt to preserve the sacredness of the Lawn, many of the programmatic elements are placed underground with only two monoliths visible from the lawn. The larger of the two acts as an entrance down into the hall of shadows. The second monolith is constructed of brick and serves as a small sitting area for the outdoor reading space.
There is a significant change in elevation between the lawn height and the area behind the pavilions. This area behind Pavilion XII is used as a small lawn area resembling the unique gardens behind each of the other pavilions. Additionally, small, single person writing rooms line this new garden space. The rain water captured on each writing room travels to the far side of the garden, creating a serene reflecting pool.
Pavilion XII preserves the face of the lawn while using its techniques of lighting and shadowing to provide an interesting reading and writing center for students.
(left) the garden space behind The Lawn features individual reading rooms and a reflecting pool.
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In the interior reading space, the monolith becomes a linear bookcase in which the entrance to the secret space is held. One time per month, a single eight foot section of the bookcase slides back to allow the society of the Confabulatores Nocturni into the space. Various sculptural elements on the interior and exterior relate to the center of the secret space, informing only those who care to observe them. From the exterior, the secret space is seemingly a simple brick notch into the pre-existing retaining wall. During each meeting, this brick wall and floor area illuminates from the interior, allowing for silhouettes of the meeting participants to be revealed.
Each space modulates light through layering through various elements. The main reading space uses an over-hang in combination with vertical louvers to modulate the incoming and outgoing light. The secret space area uses various sizes of shade trees to mimic the mechanical aspects of the main reading space.
(left) the glowing brick wall illuminates the courtyard outside the Confabulatores Nocturni meeting space.(top) site place of the Lawn at the University of Virginia.(above) floor plan
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(top) hidden wall that glows once a month to reveal the confabulatores nocturni meeting space.(above center) courtyard space with individual reading rooms(above bottom) pathway through the courtyard
(left page) cross-section through the Lawn and main reading space of proposed Pavilion XII
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prefabricated preconceptionSpring 2012, 3rd year Rural AppalachiaSingle-Family HousingProfessor Hansjörg Göritz
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Spring 2012, 3rd year Rural AppalachiaSingle-Family HousingProfessor Hansjörg Göritz
To redefine the vernacular of East Tennessee, the past and present design language of the region must be understood. Prior to designing this new, modern vernacular, past influences on the design of the home in rural Appalachia were extensively researched and documented.
The main research consisted of climate, transportation, and specific case studies found in the area. The climate of East Tennessee is considered a humid, subtropical climate with warm, humid summers, and cold, wet winters. Snowfall is typically minimal in the lower elevations, but can reach multiple feet in higher elevations.
The goal of this extensive research was to eventually apply it to a prefabricated home design that can be placed among any of East Tennessee’s differing landscapes. Additionally, the home needs to be easily transported and constructed on the selected site.
The design needed to be constructed of prefabricated modules in a sort of “kit of parts” that allows the consumer to essentially design their own home layout quickly and efficiently. The end product should be classified as an entirely new vernacular for the region. The idea behind having different pieces is to allow the home to be easily customizable for any range of sites or potential consumers as well. The target home for this particular project is a $100,000 price point for a young couple.
(left) the front elevation of this iteration of the prefabricated home shows an exterior living space with in-deck plantings.
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To accomplish the goal of prefabrication, the width of the modules and the overall width of the home in order to fit the pieces on as few trucks as possible. By using hollow-core concrete slabs as the foundations and structurally-insulated-panels (SIP) as walls, nothing needs to be constructed on-site. The design of the truss allows for a small clerestory that provides ambient light and air movement through the main spaces. The model home shown in the drawings features a single-car garage, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a small office, and a great room space.
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(above) The “kit of parts” can be tailored to fit any design needs. The parts range in size from entire rooms to small planters. (below left) rendered plan(below right) sectional perspective looking towards the kitchen and living areas. The area of the home that becomes the dogtrot is the cut line.
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a. partial wall and gutter showing clerestoryb. clerestory showing kitchen bar table and solar hot water heating systemc. hinged floor panels lift to reveal hvac and plumbing systems embedded in the floord. deck and drainage system connectionse. floor, wall, deck connectionsf. foundation edge connection with optional outdoor concrete storage unit
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(top) cross-section with detail call-outs(above left) master bedroom corner looking down front facade(above right) looking down main porch area from garage
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kra boathouseFall 2012, 4th yearKnoxville, TNCivic DesignProfessor Paul Bielicki
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Fall 2012, 4th yearKnoxville, TNCivic DesignProfessor Paul Bielicki
The site selected for the Knoxville Rowing Association (KRA) boathouse sits in an area in desperate need of revi-talization. The KRA currently has no permanent boathouse located on Lake Loudon. The South Knoxville waterfront currently lacks any draw to the shores and many of the structures along the shore are currently unoccupied. The site was chosen in respect to its proximity to downtown Knoxville and the Lady Volunteers boathouse, located across Lake Loudon. The proposed boathouse would likely spur a revitalization effort in the area and could draw rowing enthusiasts to Knoxville from the region.
This project served as the integrations studio which revolves around heavy research and implementation of learned design and construction methods. The boat-house was to follow all local building codes and egress require-ments, with diagrammatic information to substantiate design decisions.
LEED factors have been heavily implemented into the design of the structure itself as well as the site. The true north-south orientation in combination with a longer, tighter space helps prevent heat gain from the east and west facades while allowing even light into the spaces. Views to the city and The University of Tennessee are also allowed for. Energy spreadsheets were utilized throughout the design phases. A final documentation binder with all diagrams, cut-sheets, and spreadsheets was required to complete the course.
This design for the KRA Boathouse achieved LEED Gold and won Honorable Mention for the Brewer/Ingram/Fuller Sustainability Scholarship.
(left) the public entrance to the lobby area has space for bicycle storage and views inside.
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porous concrete used for all parking surfaces.
ADA accessible ramp
henley street bridge
neyland stadium
proposed kra boathouse design
thompson-boling arena
rain garden drainage plain
native tree groupings (Red Ash, American Beech, White Oak)
low-sedum planted roof system
photo-voltaic array
boat drop off loop with elongated parking areas for trailers
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The linear bar shape of the plan helps to divide the site into two different sides with two different functions. The South side operates more as service with the boat bay main entrance and trailer parking. The North side includes the main public entrance, parking and amphitheater space. Most of the site area is used as a designated native vegetation area with the amphitheater space being the only exception. On top of these green areas, a green roof tray system has been employed on the roof to help reduce the heat island effect.
The second floor above the boat bays includes the main restaurant, bar area, and kitchen. The restaurant is placed here to take advantage of the excellent views of downtown Knoxville and the race path. An additional outdoor patio space has been included. Offices for managers and a conference area are located along the West wing of the main North-South bar element while the erg room is placed on the East wing.
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cast-in-place concrete
concrete floor slab with recycled rubber tile
6 5/8” structurally insulated panel (SIP)gypsum board with semi-gloss white paint
green roof tray system
gravel walk pad (for service)
double-pane glass with argon filled cavity
HSS 8”x8”x1/2”
slab on grade with thickened slab insulation
gravel infill
10’x10’ concrete spread footing
gypsum board drop ceiling
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cast-in-place concrete
concrete floor slab with recycled rubber tile
6 5/8” structurally insulated panel (SIP)gypsum board with semi-gloss white paint
green roof tray system
gravel walk pad (for service)
double-pane glass with argon filled cavity
HSS 8”x8”x1/2”
slab on grade with thickened slab insulation
gravel infill
10’x10’ concrete spread footing
gypsum board drop ceiling
The structure and envelope of the boathouse is complex in the way the two programmatic bars intersect each other. The boat storage bar becomes the dominant piece of the structure simply because this piece holds the most important program hierarchically. The structure consists of HSS columns, W-shape beams, and open web joists with concrete footings. The ends of the bar running east-west act as shear walls constructed of poured-in-place concrete. The envelope is primarily made up of Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) clad in a reclaimed cypress rain screen.
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(above) The restaurant space features a bar and horizontal windows to provide expansive views towards downtown Knoxville and the race area along Lake Loudon.
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(above) A large open lawn space with built in seating zone allow for large gatherings to take place during race days and special events..
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4-H camper cabinsFall 2013, 5th yearLone Oaks FarmHardeman County, TNProfessor Ted Shelton
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Fall 2013, 5th yearLone Oaks FarmHardeman County, TNProfessor Ted Shelton
The 4-H Camp and Conference Center located on Lone Oaks Farm in Hardeman County, TN is an excellent opportunity for 4-H camps to expand into West Tennessee. For this project, the 4-H camper cabins have been selected as the detailed design portion. The cabins have been master planned to be located in what is known as the “House Site” in the Northwest quadrant of the property. This site is centrally located among all other general 4-H program, including the dining hall, water sports area, educational center, and recreational fields. The House Site also allows for a sense of seclusion from these activities, while providing a sense of community.
The six camper cabins proposed have extended the House Site clearing westward into some vegetated areas. The cabins and site plan follow the design of vernacular structures in the area in the form of a dogtrot home with a typical gabled roof with dormers. This design choice allows the cabins to relate to context off the site that the campers may bring with them. Contemporary and sustainable design elements have been added to bring the context into the present.
The cabins themselves feature a gabled roof and elevation with dormers, constructed of dark steel decking. The rest of the facades use green oak as rain screens and siding materials. Each facade facing the central path features a different colored panel system to help with identification of each cabin. The dogtrot space in each cabin becomes a common room with a translucent plastic panel roof and large doors on each exterior wall to allow for maximum transparency and ventilation.
(left) the view from the central path shows the different colored facades of each cabin. Additionally, there are blueberry bushes planted beneath loblolly pines, providing fresh summer berries.
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Hardeman County, TN
“House Site”
proposed camp administration
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The site design features six cabins, three on each side of a main circulation path. This main path, along with a centrally located pavilion, help to place a divide amongst the female and male cabins. Three cabins have beens placed at a 45 degree angle to the others in order to create a directionality of the central path that relates to paths already cut through the area. The pavilion in the center becomes a meeting place for all cabins and a way for each cabin to interact with the next. Additionally, each cabin features its own private outdoor meeting space to the rear side of the central dogtrot space. These outdoor sitting areas also provide planters to be used for agricultural education.
(left) site plan showing central pavilion(right) the floor plan clearly shows the dogtrot space(bottom) longitudinal section
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Loblolly Pine trees provide shade with blueberry bushes acting as ground cover. The blueberry bushes will bloom in the summer, providing fresh berries to campers.
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The pavilion located centrally to the cabins acts as a meeting point for all campers, providing areas for seating, games, and a fire pit. At night, the pavilion will glow 4-H green when not in use.
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The dogtrot in each cabin acts as the common space with storage and tables. Each side of the dogtrot can be opened to allow a cross-breeze to cool the room.
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Each sleeping room features bunk beds with storage as well as back-lit storage wall that run beneath the windows. All of the windows aside from the dormers are operable.
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A New Appalachian LodeSpring 2014, 5th yearRed Bird MissionClay County, KYProfessor Katherine Ambroziak
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Spring 2014, 5th yearRed Bird MissionClay County, KYProfessor Katherine Ambroziak
Lode, noun: A rich supply or sourceIn years past, the typical Appalachian “lode” was
that of coal, buried deep within the ridges that provide a beautiful home for so many. Recently, though, this lode has been exhausted and the region desperately needs a new one. This new lode will not only seek to heal the scars left by mountain top removal, but will also aid in educating the local populace about potential disasters. The new “rich source” for the Red Bird service area is no long coal, but information and awareness.
Located in the depths of rural Clay County, Kentucky, Red Bird Mission provides extra care, education, and supplies to the area’s poverty-stricken residents. The mission is located in a severe flood plain, rendering some emergency services such as the volunteer fire department, useless when flooded. The goal of this project is to provide the mission with new facilities to help foster a greater sense of community for the area in addition to providing emergency awareness/services in times of disaster. The area that has been master planned lies between residences of the mission and the primary structures currently used to facilitate community involvement. Proposed is a volunteer fire department paired with a community outreach center, a mobile clinic with docking station, and a hydrological research co-op. This particular project focuses on providing a center capable of educating the local populace and studying the effects of mountain top removal on the local hydrological cycle.
This project was selected as a semi-finalist for the Tau Sigma Delta Bronze Medal Award.
The main entrance can be completely opened via large upward-folding doors.
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volunteer fire department
materials storage
mobile health clinic dock station
public space/ emergency helipad
research co-op
An undeveloped area on the Red Bird Mission campus was chosen for the new programmatic pieces including a mobile health clinic, fire department, and research center. The area acts as a connecting zone between the two main pieces of the Mission. Additionally, a second bridge and water evacuation areas have been designed.
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community space/ map room
lab spaces/research vault
service
break room
private labs
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(above, left) the large doors will remain closed during the winter months, but the slat design will still allow light in during the day.(above, right) the community/mapping room can host educational classes for residents or can be converted to a media room to project maps as a gallery, etc.(bottom) the swinging bridge references the bridges found throughout Clay County used to cross valleys and rivers. This bridge acts as a connector between the public deck and the ridge. The landing point on the ridge is the access point for a walking trail that runs to Red Bird Mission elementary.
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bat boxes provide easy homes for bats in the area. During summer months, the bats will help to reduce the mosquito population around the Mission.
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the laboratory space has large windows along the front facade to encourage residents to peer in. The mullions around the windows protrude and act as a bench for people passing by.
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study abroad
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travel photography
urban housing for 2020
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urban living for 2020: Krakow
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Spring 2013, 4th yearKrakow, PolandUrban DesignProfessor Krzysztof Bojanowski
Krakow’s suburban neighborhoods are falling into monotony and in some cases, decay. The need for new, eco-friendly housing for the city’s blossoming young population has exploded. Housing inside the city center is anything but affordable, and housing on the outskirts is not nearly as prestigious.
The site chosen for a new standard in affordable housing is located on the “third ring” of Krakow. It is nicely situated between multiple tram and bus stops with direct routes into the city center and surrounding universities. A main avenue and secondary road define the edges of the site. The land itself has been recently cleaned and revived from a state of toxicity to a build-able area. The goal is to create an economically viable living option that is well located, well designed, and eco-friendly. The primary target age group for this project is 20-35 year olds.
The site consists of parallel buildings running mainly north-south. The center of the site is raised an entire floor height, using the soil displaced from construction of underground parking beneath each building. These raised central courtyard spaces provide an added sense of seclusion from the surrounding streets. Each courtyard features a different use ranging from basketball/volley-ball, children’s play areas, grassed lawns, and a public amphitheater space. The ground floor of the edge buildings is programmed for mixed use and features plaza spaces on the south and west edges of the site.
The project represents work completed over a 4-month period of living abroad in Krakow, Poland.
(left) main entrance onto the site. The lower portion of the structure features restaurant and retail space.
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proposed siteFlorianska GateRynek Glowny
The majority of the units designed are studios with roughly 75sqm of living space. Each unit features a core that houses a bathroom and kitchen, housing all plumbing in a single wall. The core also acts as a barrier between the bedroom space and main living space. The hallway edge is lined with storage closets, providing an excellent acoustic barrier in addition to large amounts of storage. To provide fresh air at no cost to the lessee, each unit is fitted with a vent that is powered by a rooftop mounted solar turbine. The turbine draws air through an open window or door on the outside facing wall through the space and is eventually expelled at the roof.
The studio units also feature a large angled balcony system. The windows act as operable doors that lead out to a small balcony space. These windows are covered via an operable perforated metal shutter that can shade the space if desired. A rooftop garden is fitted on each building with covered bench areas in combination with planted spaces.
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proposed site
the soil displaced from below ground parking areas is used to raise the center of the site, creating a more isolated private zone separated from the public street front.
double-width units are available for residents that require more space.
the end units receive special windows and an expanded balcony.
single-width studio units make up most of the site and are suitable for young, urban-oriented, professionals.
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(above) northern children’s play area
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(top) path to amphitheater in winter(above left) studio unit living space with perforated screens opened(above right) studio unit with perforated screens closed
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Rynek Główny, Krakow, Poland Rynek Główny, Krakow, Poland
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Villa Rotunda, Vicenza, Italy Luzern, Switzerland
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Lake Zug, Swiss Alps, Switzerland
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Park Güell, Barcelona, Spain
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The Louvre, Paris, France
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Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre, Italy
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Il Redentore, Venice, Italy
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Molo w Sopocie (Baltic Sea), Sopot/Gdansk, Poland
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visual arts
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object design
graphic design
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This project was a three week foray into graphic page design. The task was to create a double-page magazine spread relating to a specific architectural project. The text is a found article pertaining to said building. Graphically, the images and text relate to each other through shape and font styles and sizing. This project was displayed for public viewing for two semesters at the Art and Architecture building on the University of Tennessee’s campus.
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These three paintings represent an exploration of structured color. The first image represents the gray-scale version of the design, originally drafted on Arches paper. The second image shows the monochromatic iteration of the design using reds. Finally, the third image explores a range of like-colors creating a polychromatic composition.
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