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Stephen HowellPortfolio

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EducationThe University of KansasLawrence, KansasM.ARCH IFifth year studentGraduating May 2015

Danish Institure for Study AbroadCopenhagen, DenmarkFall 2013

Fort Zumwalt South High,2010St. Peters, MissouriHigh School DiplomaGPA: 3.98

Skills• autoCAD

• Google SketchUp

• Rhinoceros

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe InDesign

• Lumion

ExperiencesLandscaperMay 2012 to July 2012Mid West Turf Design Inc. - Florissant, Missouri

Installed retaining wallsConstructed paver patiosFormed concrete edging

Architectural InternMay 2014 to August 2014Cunningham + Associates - Columbia, Missouri

Specialized in fraternity and sorority housing.Worked on construction documents, created 3d models and animations. Worked on company brochure

Relevant Courses• History of Urban Design

• LEED for Designers

• Structures I, II

• Environmental Systems

• Building Technologies I, II

• Site Design

• Integrated Sustainability

• Principles of GIS

• Comprehensive Studio

• Architectural Design I, II, III, IV

• Archiectural Foundations I, II

• European Urban Design Theory

About the Designer

“We are called to be the architects of the future, not its victims.” -R. Buckminster Fuller

Hi, my name is Stephen Howell. I am a fifth year student at the University of Kansas. I was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where I lived with my parents and two younger siblings. I will be graduating in May 2015 with a Masters in Architecture. I have spent a semester abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark learning from practicing Danish architects in the fall of 2013.

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EducationThe University of KansasLawrence, KansasM.ARCH IFifth year studentGraduating May 2015

Danish Institure for Study AbroadCopenhagen, DenmarkFall 2013

Fort Zumwalt South High,2010St. Peters, MissouriHigh School DiplomaGPA: 3.98

Skills• autoCAD

• Google SketchUp

• Rhinoceros

• Adobe Photoshop

• Adobe Illustrator

• Adobe InDesign

• Lumion

ExperiencesLandscaperMay 2012 to July 2012Mid West Turf Design Inc. - Florissant, Missouri

Installed retaining wallsConstructed paver patiosFormed concrete edging

Architectural InternMay 2014 to August 2014Cunningham + Associates - Columbia, Missouri

Specialized in fraternity and sorority housing.Worked on construction documents, created 3d models and animations. Worked on company brochure

Relevant Courses• History of Urban Design

• LEED for Designers

• Structures I, II

• Environmental Systems

• Building Technologies I, II

• Site Design

• Integrated Sustainability

• Principles of GIS

• Comprehensive Studio

• Architectural Design I, II, III, IV

• Archiectural Foundations I, II

• European Urban Design Theory

About the Designer

“We are called to be the architects of the future, not its victims.” -R. Buckminster Fuller

Hi, my name is Stephen Howell. I am a fifth year student at the University of Kansas. I was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where I lived with my parents and two younger siblings. I will be graduating in May 2015 with a Masters in Architecture. I have spent a semester abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark learning from practicing Danish architects in the fall of 2013.

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CONTENTStable of

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Denver Art Center 5

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 27

Communications Museum 33

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 39

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 45

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 57

Journaling Abroad 61

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 27

Communications Museum 33

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 39

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 45

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 57

Journaling Abroad 61

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

HUD Competition 27

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 33

Communications Museum 41

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 47

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 53

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 65

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Journaling Abroad 69

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

HUD Competition 27

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 33

Communications Museum 41

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 47

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 53

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 65

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Journaling Abroad 69

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CONTENTStable of

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Denver Art Center 5

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 27

Communications Museum 33

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 39

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 45

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 57

Journaling Abroad 61

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 27

Communications Museum 33

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 39

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 45

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 57

Journaling Abroad 61

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

HUD Competition 27

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 33

Communications Museum 41

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 47

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 53

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 65

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Journaling Abroad 69

CONTENTStable of

Denver Art Center 5

HUD Competition 27

Sankt Jørgens Sø Bath House 33

Communications Museum 41

Design Build - Part 1: Facade Study 47

Design Build - Part 2: Interactive Installation 53

Walk This Way - Bridge Competition 65

Ørestad Apartments, Plot Architects

Journaling Abroad 69

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DENVER ARTS CENTERsanta fe arts district

Denver, Colorado

University of KansasSpring 2014

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DENVER ARTS CENTERsanta fe arts district

Denver, Colorado

University of KansasSpring 2014

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The Golden Triangle District is home to large museums such as the Denver Art Museum and the History of Colorado Museum. One mile Southeast of this district is our site (a unique situation where the commercial Santa Fe Arts district meets the existing residential community). This condition allowed us to design a building that would become a threshold uniting local residents, art, and artists. For this reason, our design is a community based art center, serving local artist and accommodating their work. The design promotes growth and social interaction for the surrounding residential neighborhood.

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HUD COMPETITIONinnovation in affordable housing

Houma, Louisiana

University of KansasSpring 2015

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HUD COMPETITIONinnovation in affordable housing

Houma, Louisiana

University of KansasSpring 2015

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Income and Expenses Assumptions

Debt service coverage ratio 1.10Operating expenses (per unit per year) $3,600Per unit hard cost $72,000Rental assistance contract type PBRAInterest rate 4.375%Unit count: 285 0 Bedroom 171 1 Bedroom 100 2 Bedroom 14

Total build out sources & uses budget $41,042,356

Team ID: 62

HUD Innovation in Affordable Housing

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Construction Costs$22,612,000

Acquisition: Building$9,566,954

Developer Fee$4,397,395

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Financing FeesConstruction Interest

& Fees

Pro Forma Overview

Build Out UsesBuild Out Sources

Tulane University School of Medicine

LSU Health Sciences

University of LouisianaCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

McNeese State UniversityCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

-Anesthesiology-Orthopedic Surgery-Radiology-Urology-Neurology-Pharmacology-Pathology and Labratory Medicine

-Cardiopulmonary Science-Dental Hygiene-Pre-medical Technology-Pre-Nursing-Pre-Pharmacy-Pre-Occupational Therapy-Pre-Physical Therapy

-Pre-Medical Technology-Pre-Dental Hygiene-Nursing-Diabetics-Pre-Pharmacy

-Didactic Program Dietetics-Food Technology-Nutritional Sciences-Nursing-Radiologic Sciences

Houma

New Orleans

BatonRouge

Lafayette

Lake Charles

Tulane University School of Medicine

LSU Health Sciences

University of LouisianaCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

McNeese State UniversityCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

-Anesthesiology-Orthopedic Surgery-Radiology-Urology-Neurology-Pharmacology-Pathology and Labratory Medicine

-Cardiopulmonary Science-Dental Hygiene-Pre-medical Technology-Pre-Nursing-Pre-Pharmacy-Pre-Occupational Therapy-Pre-Physical Therapy

-Pre-Medical Technology-Pre-Dental Hygiene-Nursing-Diabetics-Pre-Pharmacy

-Didactic Program Dietetics-Food Technology-Nutritional Sciences-Nursing-Radiologic Sciences

Houma

New Orleans

BatonRouge

Lafayette

Lake Charles

Tulane University School of Medicine

LSU Health Sciences

University of LouisianaCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

McNeese State UniversityCollege of Sciences/College of Nursing

-Anesthesiology-Orthopedic Surgery-Radiology-Urology-Neurology-Pharmacology-Pathology and Labratory Medicine

-Cardiopulmonary Science-Dental Hygiene-Pre-medical Technology-Pre-Nursing-Pre-Pharmacy-Pre-Occupational Therapy-Pre-Physical Therapy

-Pre-Medical Technology-Pre-Dental Hygiene-Nursing-Diabetics-Pre-Pharmacy

-Didactic Program Dietetics-Food Technology-Nutritional Sciences-Nursing-Radiologic Sciences

Houma

New Orleans

BatonRouge

Lafayette

Lake Charles

Houma, Louisiana – farther south from the typical tourist destination of New Orleans – sits in the Atchafalaya Basin. This prototypical Cajun country town is comprised of a resilient working-class. The Atchafalaya Basin has been home to the Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana – the Choctaw Indians – and the Creole Peoples long before it was settled by Europeans in the sixteenth century. According to their oral history they have always called southern Louisiana home. What the people of southern Louisiana and the tribes of the Atchafalaya Basin have in common, is the desire for social congregation. When designing our building we looked at the building traditions of the native vernacular. One thing that stood out in particular was how the Creole cottage was lifted off the ground to provide an area of shelter and protect from the common flood. This aspect heavily influenced our decision to locate porch stoops along Scott Lane as well as creating community spaces – both indoor and outdoor – throughout the building complex. Incorporating the porch culture of southern Louisiana into our design will promote social interaction among the residents and create a stronger community atmosphere. The porch stoops and the pushing/pulling of the building’s west façade has been carefully designed to break up the building mass based on the dimensions of the residential lots across Scott Lane. In order to provide a flexible space that accommodates a variety of health conditions, it was important to include three different room layouts. We have incorporated an efficiency studio layout as well as one and two bedroom floor plans. The breakdown is as follows: 285 total rooms: 171 efficiency rooms, 100 one bedroom, and 14 two bedroom apartments. Parking will be provided along the east side of the building and at the north end of the lot. We have fulfilled the requirement for 133 on-site parking spaces, but it is encouraged that mass transit be utilized whenever possible. With the need to create the large communal spaces, as well as accessible and adaptable rooms, we needed to replace the existing structure in our proposed design. The eleven story Bayou Towers is too imposing of a structure to promote the intergenerational aspect of our design. By increasing the footprint of our proposed building design we were able to include 95% of the previous occupancy numbers in only half of the amount of stories, as well as an interior courtyard for the tenants. It is important to us that residents be returned to the site after construction is complete in order to preserve neighborhood character. Our building steps down from the North towards Park Ave. This stepping effect allows us to bring daylight into our interior courtyard. Between the units on the top floors are exterior spaces to be shared among the tenants. Each space will be covered with a trellis enclosing the space making it an area of prospect and refuge. The community areas will be occupied with raised planter beds so tenants have the opportunity to garden. The interior courtyard will also be comprised of raised planter beds and open grid pavement and other impervious surfaces. This area will be viewable from the balconies, of the interior apartments, and allow natural light to reach those tenants. This space will harbor gathering areas, such as recreational hubs, barbeque pits and areas of leisure and relaxation. This approach emphasizes our attempt to bring people together through social interaction. The recreational greenspace to the north has potential for community-wide events. Connection to the open space attempts to foster a neighborhood that feels

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NSite Plan

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

Value of LIHTC$15,000,000

Deferred Developer Fee

New First Mortgage Loan$11,865,100

Seller Take-Back Financing$9,566,954

Operating Fund ReservesCapital Fund

HOME / CDBG

BBQ Pits Raised Planter Beds Bocce Ball Community Gardens

Shared /Stoops Porches Outdoor Communal Gathering Areas

Walking Paths

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LIVING ROOM- Raised elecrical outlets- “Smart Home” wiring- Rocker-panel light switches- Abundant natural light- High speed fiber optics for connection to Living Lab- Hinged doors for easy access- Lift seat furniture for limited mobility

KITCHEN- Rounded counter corners- Non-slip flooring- Minimum 60” wide pathway- Pull-out faucet sprayer- Dishwasher drawers for easy access- In home medication dispenser- ADA lever hardware- Multi-level cabinet heights- Roll-out trays in cabinets- Easy to read and reach appliance controls- Task lighting- ADA compliant appliances- Data hook-ups for Living Lab equipment

BATHROOM- Shower tray hot water recovery- WaterSense fixtures (in kitchen too)- Grab bars for toilet and shower- Zero-threshold roll-in shower with seating- Smart mirror to monitor changes in facial features- Removable lower sink cabinet- Shower controls located for easy access- Adjustable-height shower head-Removable shower partition- ADA wrist blades on fixtures- High efficiency wall mounted smart toilet

CLOSET / PANTRY- Walk-through closet open to bedroom- Adjustable rods and shelves for adaptable design- High efficiency task lighting- Washer/dryer hook-ups for future incorporation

BEDROOM- 3’ clearance around furniture- Activity monitor use (Striiv, Fitbit)- Remote health monitoring for Living Lab.- Weight monitoring system- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.- Data connections for future hospital bed configuration

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1. Fluid Applied Air and Moisture BarrierWork with a local fluid-applied barrier consultant to detail and specify appropriate systems at all window and door openings.

2. IQAirPerfect16WholeHouseAirPurificationSystemThe air purification system will be used with the ERV to significantly reduce levels of airborne volatile organic compounds, cooking odors, common household odors, airborne dust particles, mold spores, and pollen in residential spaces

3. Ultimate Air RecoupAerator ERVThe ERV is utilized for continuous exhausting of stale air while capturing its temperature. It conditions and recycles it into the incoming fresh air.

4. Nest/Protect SystemNest Thermostats provide fully programmable/learnable HVAC settings. Nest Protect systems monitor smoke and Carbon Monoxide levels.

5. Under Slab Insulated with EPS Geofoam R-40Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Geofoam is utilized at foundation systems to provide superior insulation performance.

6. Xeriscaped PlantingNative plants and low-water adaptive species have been specified for landscaped areas.

7. Construction Waste Management PlanProject specifications provided for the building owner will outline a plan to separate and recycle construction waste.

8. Permeable PavementPermeable concrete pavement systems filter and decrease stormwater runoff rates.

9. Wasco Skylight with Lumira Aerogel R-4.6These skylights make use of a layer of aerogel insulation to provide a thermal break and high R value.

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10. Exterior Sun ShadesBlock out the southern sun to prevent unwanted solar heat gain.

11. Home Automation SystemsThe home automation system automatically adjusts lighting, HVAC, irrigation, appli-ances, security, and monitoring systems. It is completely interfaced with mobile apps.

12. 5 kW Solar Panel ArrayPhotovoltaic panels have been maximized as the site allows in order to offset energy usage.

13. 100’ Geothermal WellsBy exchanging thermal energy with the temperature stable earth the complex is able to gain more energy than the electricity required to generate it.

14. Solar Car Charging PortsThe complex is wired with an electric car charging ports to provide for future sustain-able purchases from the tenants.

15. SIP walls with 2x4 Furring R-43The addition of an insulated 2x4 cavity allows for plumbing and electrical chases.

16. SIP Roof R-45Structural insulated Panel Systems have been utilized to provide superior insulation performance.

17. Huber Zip BoardUsed as the exterior sheathing to the SIP panels, this board provides air and moisture resistance eliminating the need for building wrap.

18. Dense Pac InsulationThe R-factor of cellulose insulation is approximately 3.8 per inch and it does not vary significantly over a wide range of densities.

19. Alpen 925 Series Windows R-9.1Quad-pane, twin-film technology, foam-filled fiberglass framed windows offer thermal performance up to R-9.1.

20. Therma-Tru Fiberglass Entry Doors R-5.6Doors specified are airtight and contain recycled content.

21. Standing Seam Metal RoofRoofing material was chosen for its long life and low maintenance.

22. Wheatboard CabinetsMade of recycled wheat chaff, wheatboard cabinets contain zero formaldehyde. It is a superior replacement for particle board, hardwood, or MDF.

23. Recycled Content CountersRichlite counters are manufactured out of recycled paper and resin containing no formaldehyde.

24. Green RoofVegetated roof over water-proofing membrane, reduces heat island effect.

25. Water Furnace 7 Series Heat PumpThe earth’s energy is used to reduce both heating and cooling loads.

26. Composting ToiletUses an aerobic processing system to treat human waste with no water.

27. Geospring Hybrid-Electric Hot water HeaterCombines energy saving heat-pump technology with traditional electric elements using a fraction of the energy.

28. Motion Activated Hot Water Recirculating PumpMotion sensors in bathrooms and a button at the kitchen activate a high-speed recircu-lating pump that provides hot water as needed.

29. Shower Tray Hot Water RecoveryAs hot shower water flows downs the vertical heat exchanger, its energy preheats freshwater.

30. Rainwater Catchment from guttersGutters, downspouts, and landscaping have carefully been designed to capture rainwa-ter for reuse.

31. WaterSense FixturesLow flow, WaterSense compliant fixtures have been specified throughout.

32. Implement Recycling Education ProgramEducate tenants on the importance of recycling paper, plastic, metal, and glass through a commingled recycling program.

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BATH HOUSEsankt jørgens sø

Copenhagen, Denmark

Danish Institute for Study AbroadFall 2013

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BATH HOUSEsankt jørgens sø

Copenhagen, Denmark

Danish Institute for Study AbroadFall 2013

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Designing a structure in such proximity to the lakes of Copenhagen creates a few challenges. The Danish are drawn to the lakes and much of the physical activity takes place around the lakes; rather it be walking or running around them. My goal for the bath house was to not interrupt the existing pedestrian circulation and to create a plaza that promoted more social interaction around the lake. The water basin, saunas, and locker rooms were placed below grade creating a more privatized setting. Six light wells bring light and fresh air into the subterranean space. The exposed structure on the platform creates transparency between the café and the surrounding environment. The bath house is designed to seamlessly be set adjacent to the lake and not compete with the surrounding urban context.

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COMMUNICATIONSthe dallas arts district

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Designing a museum in the Dallas Arts District brings forth a few design issues. My site is located on the lot adjacent to the Nasher Sculpture Center. It was critical to observe the sun path when orienting my building and to take into account the various traffic patterns around the site. The form of my Communication Museum was derived from the metaphor of two separate nodes connecting through a piece of infrastructure (In my case a skywalk). An atrium houses all of the circulation paths that link the two primary buildings consisting of galleries. A space frame covered entry sequence opens up into the main lobby where patrons have access to restrooms, the auditorium, the café, and bookstore.

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10. Glass Clamp 11. Horizontal Mullions12. Metal Grating13. Steel Connecting Plate14. Fire Retardant15. I Beam16. Louver System17. Double Pane Glass

1. Spider Clamp2. Glass Support3. Handrail4. Roof Membrane5. Insulation6. Lightweight Concrete7. Lightweight Metal Decking8. Thermal Gap9. Truss System

18. 1’6” Knife Plate19. Structural Column20. Glass Clamp21. Vapor Barrier22. Gravel23. Metal Fashing24. 4” dia. perforated drain tube25. Concrete (Footing)

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1. Spider Clamp2. Glass Support3. Handrail4. Roof Membrane5. Insulation6. Lightweight Concrete7. Lightweight Metal Decking8. Thermal Gap9. Truss System

18. 1’6” Knife Plate19. Structural Column20. Glass Clamp21. Vapor Barrier22. Gravel23. Metal Fashing24. 4” dia. perforated drain tube25. Concrete (Footing)

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University of KansasSpring 2013

DESIGN BUILDpart 1: facade study

Lawrence, KansasCOMPETITION

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Illustrates how different fin sections create the dynamic twisting of the facade

An representation of what the facade could become after integrating the turbines

Iteration of design incorporating perforations

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The first phase of my design build semester started with various groups creating a parametric façade. We combined our initial designs into a façade that would be environmentally responsible and have an aspect that would give back to the building. After coming to a conclusion on our grasshopper model that responded accordingly to the sun path we created small mockups. We then created a segment of the façade at full scale. This model was brought to Zahner Metals in Kansas City, Missouri for a studio competition. Zahner deliberated and picked our design based on the creativity and functionality of our design. This lead us to the second phase of the project.

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DESIGN BUILD part 2: interactive installation

Lawrence, Kansas

University of KansasSpring 2013

COMPETITION1ST Pace

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DESIGN BUILD part 2: interactive installation

Lawrence, Kansas

University of KansasSpring 2013

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Using an Arduino, our facade would become interactive by increasing light intensity as an object approached the facade

Illustrating an example of the lighting as a person approached the installation

Illustrating an example of the lighting with a person standing next to it

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Phase 2 was no longer about how we would create a parametric façade but more about how to repurpose our winning façade into an installation. Zahner was able to provide material and fabricate nine fins for our installation. From here the studio split into three teams each which focused on a different aspect of the installation design: Turbine Team, Structure Team, and Bench Team. I represented the bench team and we designed the other nine fins that Zahner could not provide. We decided to create a wood bench to contrast with the metal of the fins. Our group looked at different ways of creating the form of the bench through different methods such as using slats and kerfing. I specifically came up with the idea to laser cut perforations in the plywood in varying measurements to allow the wood to bend around the different forms.

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Drawing Diagrams how Zahner fins would be attached to the supporting structure

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Cross Sectionof Bench unit

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Initial turbine design Turbine iteration

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Crosstown ConnectionWalk This Way Competition

Charleston, South Carolina

University of KansasFall 2014

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Crosstown ConnectionWalk This Way Competition

Charleston, South Carolina

University of KansasFall 2014

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The primary focus of any bridge is to provide a passage between two points of interest. When redesigning the Septima P. Clark pedestrian bridge we took into consideration the need to attract and facilitate pedestrian traffic across the infrastructure. The existing bridge fails to attract pedestrians and is an eyesore to the community. Our proposal is to envelope the bridge in metal creating a ribbon that provides relief and promotes continuity and movement. By mirroring each individual ribbon we effectively created alternating views looking out toward the parkway in each direction. In attempt to make the bridge a place of engagement rather than strictly a means of circulation we included planter boxes. The balance between solid and void forms create a more pleasant urban environment for the pedestrian while not completely ignoring its typology as a bridge.

GROUND0' - 0"

BRIDGE LEVEL19' - 8"

LANDING 215' - 2"

LANDING 18' - 4"

RAMP BASE1' - 6"

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GROUND0' - 0"

BRIDGE LEVEL19' - 8"

LANDING 215' - 2"

LANDING 18' - 4"

RAMP BASE1' - 6"

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VISUAL JOURNALaccounts abroad

Danish Institute for Study AbroadFall 2013

Europe

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VISUAL JOURNALaccounts abroad

Danish Institute for Study AbroadFall 2013

Europe

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