LYNN RABATSKY

Undergraduate Portfolio

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sustainable Laboratory

Re-Cycle Ksu Art Building

Oregon Studio House

Italian Mediatheque

Yoga Center

Spa And Wellness Center

Film Center

The Cube

Photography

GPI Design

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Pixar, 3M and Industrial Light & Magic

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PIXAR, 3M and INDUSTRIAL LIGHT & MAGIC PITTSBURGH, PAINTEGRATED DESIGN COMPETITION

KENT STATE UNIVERSITYFINALIST

X-FACTORINTERACTIVE HALOGRAM THEATER

The X-Factor of the building is an interactive halogram and exhibition space. Scenes of films are separated into multiple rooms where the visitors are able to walk through and enjoy the experience. The excecution of these spaces comes from the collaboration of three corporations. The creativity of Disney Pixar Animation Studios, the special effects of Industrial Light & Magic and the technology of 3M have developled a technology where halogram images can be experience in a life size, interactive form.

This exhibition space is display-ing a scene from the Disney Pixar film Finding Nemo.

This exhibition space is display-ing a scene from the Lucasfilm Inc. film Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Red hue indicates location of

theater exhibition spaces

The final semester of undergrad studio is spent collaborating all of the systems (mechanical, electrical, structural and plumbing) into one office building design. The challenge is to work towards the Living Building Challenge standards while creating a functional structure. Teams of two had the option to choose the tenants of the building, and a space to deticate as an “X-Factor”. The flexibility in the design allows for opportunities for other tenants to occupy the space, as well as spec office spaces. The building’s design emphasizes on sustainable strategies and inventive technology. This concept design placed as a finalist in the competition.

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1 FLASHING AND ROOFTOP FLOORING

2 SHEATHING

3 TRIPLE-PANE GLASS

4 GLASS CONNECTION

5 OPERABLE WINDOWS

6 FLOORING CONNECTION WITH GLASS

7 AIR HANDLING UNIT

8 VEGETATION FOR RAINWATER COLLECTION AND FILTRATION

9 CONCRETE PLANTER

10 STYROFOAM PLANTING MATERIAL

11 REINFORCING CONCRETE STRUCTURE

12 LIGHTING

13 STRUCTURAL COLUMN

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A SECTION TAKEN THROUGH THE EAST FACADE SHOWS THE CURTAIN WALL GLAZING AND THE PLANTER CONDITIONS. THE GLAZING IS OF HIGHLY INSULATED TRIPLE PANE GLASS WITH OPERABLE WINDOWS FOR NATURAL VENTILATION. RAIN HARVESTING IS UTILIZED WITH THE PLANTERS. THESE PLANTERS ARE CON-STRUCTED WITH LIGHTWEIGHT CON-CRETE AND STEEL REINFORCEMENT. THE INTERIOR OF THE PLANTER HOLDS A STYROFOAM PLANTING MATERIAL THAT IS ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY. THE TREES WILL BE CONTAINED IN A WRAPPED BULB, THEREFORE IT CAN BE EASILY REMOVED.

A SECTION THROUGH THE ROOF DISPLAYS THE TERRACE SYSTEM AND FUNCTION. THE ROOFTOP WILL BE ACCESSIBLE TO THOSE EMPLOYED IN THE BUILDING AND INCLUDE THE ROOFTOP GARDEN. THE GARDEN WILL FUNCTION FOR RAINWATER HARVESTING AND SELF SUSTAIN ABILITY.

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1 Flashing and rooftop flooring 2 Sheathing3 Triple-pane glass4 Glass connection5 Operable windows6 Flooring connection with glass7 Air handling unit

8 Vegetation for rainwater collection 9 Concrete planter10 Styrofoam planting material11 Reinforcing concrete structure12 Lighting13 Structural column14 Concrete slab

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1 TRIPLE PANE GLAZING

2 GLAZING MULLION CONNECTION

3 RAINWATER COLLECTION TO CISTERN

4 MULTIPURPOSE CONCRETE PLANTER

5 REINFORCING MESH

6 STONE PAVING

RAINWATER TO CISTERN

A SECTION TAKEN FROM THE GREENHOUSE DISPLAYS RAIN HARVESTING AND CONNECTING SITE ELEMENTS. THE GREENHOUSE HAS TRIPLE PANE GLAZING WITH HIGHLY INSULATED MULLION CONNECTIONS. THE INTERIOR IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AND VISITORS ARE ENCOUR-AGED TO WALK THROUGH THE SEASONAL GARDEN. CON-CRETE PLANTERS ON THE SITE FUNCTION AS RAINWATER COLLECTION AND SEATING. THE WATER COLLECTED WILL BE SENT TO A CISTERN, WHERE THE WATER WILL BE FILTERED AND USED AS GREY WATER FOR THE BUILDING. THE CONCRETE MASSES SHOW VERSATILITY BY ENCOURAGE-MENT OF SEATING AND GATHERING SPACES.

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1 Triple pane glazing

2 Glazing mullion connec-tion

3 Rainwater collection to cistern

4 Multipurpose concrete planter

5 Reinforcing mesh

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SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES THE LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE

The Living Building Challenge is a new approach to design and the construction of new architecture. The goal is to have buildings that are fully sustainable on their own generated energy. The sharing of natural resources between buildings will create a network of sustainable living. The goal is a challenge for architects/designers and contractors to work towards a net zero building.

The concept is to develope a building with multiple components, much like petals on a flower. These petals have multiple characteristics that contribute to the generation of the energy of the building. The beauty will come from the collaboration of these systems (petals) that will help the building work together as one unit.

THE LIVING MACHINE PROCESS

1st FLOOR

2nd FLOOR

3rd FLOOR

4th FLOOR

5th FLOOR

6th FLOOR

7th FLOOR

8th FLOOR

9th FLOOR

10th FLOOR

11th FLOOR

S.H.S.H.S.H.S.H.S.H.S.H.

Waste Water with Living Machine Supply and Plumbing Ventilation System

Primary Tank Sized for 5 days worth of

waste

Tidal Flow Wetlands

Vertical FlowWetlands

Effluent Reuse for toilets, irrigation, cooling towers

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WATERLESS URINAL

TOILET

2 LAVATORY SINKS

SHOWER

DRINKING FOUNTAIN

WASTE LINE

VENTILATION

In�uent Blackwater or Greywater

Recirculation Tank

Ventilation Exhaust through DOAS

LIVING MACHINE SYSTEM

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4K OFFICE SPACE

This is a typical 4K office layout for the building. The mechanical, electrical, lighting and plumbing systems were custom designed and calculated by the team for this space.

Open Office

Reception & Waiting

Main Conference

President’s Office

Reception & Waiting

Open Office

Main Conference

President’s Office

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SUSTAINABLE LABORATORY ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS

The setting in st. Croix, virgin islands proposed a challenging program for a sustainable research laboratory campus. Specific research was done to accommodate the different laboratories and exhibits. The program included wet and dry laboratories, classrooms, exhibition spaces and housing for staff and students. By separating the program, it gives the architecture an overall campus feel.

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DRY LABORATORIES

WET LABORATORIES

LABORATORIES

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The dry laboratory is designed to similarly to the wet laboratory. The versatility in workstations allows the collaborative work between the scientists. Various sizes of vents hood allow for diverse experiments. Large windows allow nice natural lighting for working.

The wet laboratory spaces are designed to be easily manipulated to adjust to the specific needs of the scientists. Open space allows for collaboration between scientists with private offices located on the second floor of the building.

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The housing provided is similar to the students; however, it’s larger to provide space for added family members and more permanent residents. Access to a common balcony with a view of the island and its coastline.

STUDENTS

Students are given suites designed with a common living area, a small kitchen, bathroom and 3 bedrooms. Each unit is 2 floors, allowing students with a comfortable living space.

STAFF & FAMILIES

RE-GENERATE; RE-CREATE; RE-CYCLE KSU ART BUILDING

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Since 1972, Kent state university’s art building has been taking a weathering an has become less energy efficient. Leaking through the roof and lack of natural lighting has been an issue for the building as well. An approach towards utilizing new insulating technology, a new drainage system and applying green technology, will help preserve and extend the building’s life.

Circulation diagrammatic model

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RE-GENERATE; RE-CREATE; RE-CYCLE

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The green roof system adds a lively element to the building which gets the students, staff and visitors involved with the building. It works as a drainage system that waters the plants on the roof. While enjoying a morning cup of coffee and catching up on some news articles, it removes the visitor from the hustle and bustle of ev-eryday life and allows them to enjoy the space and the campus.

FLOOR PLAN & SECTIONS

STUDIO HOUSE OREGON

The intensions for the poetic studio space are to create a studio and living space that’s married with the rustic and natural culture of Oregon. This space will be efficient in the sense that it utilizes the natural qualities that Oregon possesses. The windy and rainy weather will be used as a catch basin that generates energy to help power, heat and cool the space.

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MEDIATEQUE FORTEZZA DA BASSO

While studying abroad in Florence, Italy, I worked under the guidance of professor Andrea Ponsi for the fortezza mediateque. Continuity in circula-tion is a strong aspect in the design of Italian cities. When the circulation is further investigated, there becomes a continuous movement that inspires a rhythm throughout the mediateque. By using ramps and by having an open floor plan, the surroundings promotes the visitors to engage in the structure.

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Studios

Administration & offices

Main conference

mediateque & emeroteque

Conference rooms

Library

Cafe & bookstore

PROGRAM & CIRCULATION

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YOGA STUDIO A COLUMBUS LIFT BRIDGE

The space occupied between the bridges of the Cuyahoga river and the riverside, a concept of in-dustry vs. Nature frames the site for studio a. 5 Ele-ments of yoga reflected the layout of the program and design of the studios. These elements are: push, reach, stretch, arch and condense. Folding and bending of the facade materials pull through the architecture. Creating an continuous and energetic flow. The split of two buildings separate program and work towards stepping down to the water.

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SPA AND WELLNESS CENTER TREMONT, OH

The cultural diversities in the city of Tremont, Ohio inspired the design of the spa and wellness center. Multiple elements of spirituality such as calming water design, elongated plan and pockets of natural sky lit lighting are shown throughout. These pockets of light work as a welcoming guide that leads the visitor down paths through-out the architecture. Ramps used throughout the interior softens the space, enforcing circulation around the spaces. This project helped in learning in enforcing program, creating circulation, and the application of surrounding cultures to design.

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FILM CENTER AKRON, OH

The tight constraints of the Akron film center challenged the design process. The Akron film center encourages the citizens of Akron to become involved with evolv-ing film industries. The concept was drawn by the simplicity of form and complexity of execution. Centralized circulation created a core where the program was able to work itself around. Altering materials creates an illusion of lightness considering the density of the program.

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THE CUBE FIRST YEAR STUDIO

This project was a process that taught the development of design through the simple geometry of the cube. It began with the frame, and then by connecting lines and creating surfaces, the cube began to take a new form. From this, the design techniques of extrusion and protrusion.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

DIGITAL

Chairs [Milan, Italy]

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Perugia [Italy]

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GPI DESIGN INTERNSHIP

Detail, design and precision were important aspects attained while working at GPI design during the summer of 2011. The company specializes in customized backlit led features such as onyx wall, floor or table installations. Tasks that were assigned included creating detailed digital rendered models of the technical aspects of typical details. These digital detailed renderings are now used to show to current and future clients of the company.

Featured In Company Video http://www.gpidesign.com/gpi-design-intro-video

El Mather Table [Rendering Above]16’-0” long backlit onyx dining table for a private residence in Saudi Arabia

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Typical Wall Detail Granite

Typical Floor Detail Marble

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