casey howard: landscape design portfolio
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CASEY HOWARD LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO
SELECTED WORKS 2016
CASEY HOWARD LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO
SELECTED WORKS 2016
EXPLORATION
COMMUNITY
DEMONSTRATION
INNOVATION
GROWTH
RESTORING NATURAL CONNECTIONS2016 Comprehensive Studio
Instructors Liska Chan, Veronica Malinay, Anne Godfrey
OREGON HILLEL: CENTER FOR JEWISH LIFE2014 Design Studio
Professor Ron Lovinger
C.A.S.L.: SUSTAINABLE DESIGN BUILD2015 Student & Volunteer Project
Instructor, Project Coordinator Shannon Arms
THE LIVING FILTRATION SYSTEM2015 Competition Studio: Biomimicry Global Design Challenge
Instructors Anne Godfrey, Emma Froh
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCEUniversity of Oregon Academic Work and Beyond
2012-Current
TABLE OF CONTENTSRESUME AND SELECTED WORKS
EXPERIENCELiving Filtration System LLC 2016
Team Leader- Coordinator, Accounting, Prototyping & Design
Perennial Patterns: Landscape Design 2016Contract Employee- Design, Survey, Web Design
City of Eugene Parks & Open Space Division 2016Contract Work- Laser Models, Public Presentation
Lovinger Robertson Landscape Architects 2015Intern- Construction Documents, Design, Site Survey
Center for the Advancement of Sustainable Living 2015Project Manager- Construction, Donations, Budget, Volunteers
Yamhelas Westsider Trail Workshop 2015Student Volunteer- Public Rails to Trails design charrette
SKILLSDesign & TechnologyIllustratorPhotoshopInDesignAutoCAD - LandFXSketchUpRhino - V-RayGIS - GPSWebsite Design
Other SkillsEntrepreneurshipResearchWritingDesign BuildPublic Relations
EDUCATIONBachelor of Landscape Architecture 2016
Minor in Environmental StudiesUniversity of Oregon- Eugene, Oregon
Associate Degree in Art 2006Study of Graphic Design
Clark Community College- Vancouver, Washington
Fueled by a creative drive and a passion for environmental values, I set out to join the UO landscape architecture program to explore every aspect of the field. I wanted to do it all, and now that I have my degree that desire remains. During my schooling, my appetite for adventure and exploration led me to design for environmental education, nature play and accessible landscapes while balancing recreation with restoration efforts. I strive to create opportunities for transformative experiences which connect people of all ages to the natural environment and instill a sense of environmental stewardship.
Ultimately, my studies have taken me in unexpected directions through biomimetic design, developing innovative solutions to environmental issues and the realities of professional work and business operations. As the future unfolds, I see myself working across disciplines to have a positive impact on the environment and people through bioremediation, the preservation of biodiversity and advocacy for environmental justice.
RECOGNITION2016 National Olmsted ScholarUndergraduate- Leadership in bioremediation studies
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge1st Place Winning Team- Living Filtration System Concept
School of Architecture & Allied Arts Student NightStudent Representative for Landscape Architecture
The Dorothy Martone Memorial Scholarship 2014-2016
The Josephine Lumm Matsler Scholarship 2014-2016
Marie and Arthur Berger Scholarship 2013-2014
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCECASEY [email protected]
503.484.5183
Challenges: Balancing recreation with restoration, creating educational opportunities, revenue generation, providing accessible trails
Highlights: Themed nature play trails unique to vegetation communities, public input
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0 250 500 1000’
FEETONEACRE NORTH
20 FOOT
CONTOURS
SUZANNE ARLIE PARK
TRAIL TYPES
NATURE PLAY TRAILS
RIDGELINE TRAIL
SHARED USE TRAIL(BEGINNING MOUNTAIN BIKE)
SINGLE TRACK(MEDIUM MOUNTAIN BIKE)
ECOLOGY
OAK
DECIDUOUS
CONIFER
SEASONAL STREAM
KEY FEATURES
TRAILHEADS
NATURE PLAY
PROPOSED FACILITES
GROUP CAMPING
MT. BIKE SKILLS COURSE
OTHER FEATURES
GRAVEL ROADS
PAVED ROADS
POWERLINE CORRIDOR
990’
906’
898’
694’
884’1053’
TO LCC
& OAK HILL
TO MT.
BALDY
SCHAREN
RD. ENTRANCE
GROUP
CAMPING
SKILLS
COURSE
SKILLS
COURSE
NATURE
PLAY
Tech: Digital Art, Illustrator, GIS, Photoshop, GPS Tracking and Points, Laser Cut Topography
Model commissioned by city
Consultants: Jeff Krueger BLA, JK Environments Philip Richardson BLA, City of Eugene
RESTORING NATURAL CONNECTIONS: THE NEXT GENERATION OF NATURE PLAY
2016 Comprehensive Studio: Instructors Liska Chan, Veronica Malinay, Anne Godfrey
PARKING
& BUS
PARK
HOST
RESTROOMS
RENTAL
FACILITY
PICNIC
SHELTER
MOUNTAIN
BIKE SKILLS
COURSE
ADVANCED SKILLS
TRAINING AREA
OAK
WOODLAND
OAK SAVANNA
& STREAM
MEADOWFOREST
EDGE
NATURE PLAY AREASSUZANNE ARLIE PARK SITE PLAN
MAJOR PROGRAMMATIC ELEMENTS
TRAIL TYPES
KEY FEATURES
ACCESSIBLE NATURE PLAY TRAILS MEADOW & FOREST EDGE OAK SAVANNA & STREAM OAK WOODLANDSECONDARY NATURE PLAY TRAILSFAMILY HIKING TRAIL & BEGINNER MOUNTAIN BIKERIDGELINE TRAILGRAVEL MAINTENANCE ROAD
SEASONAL STREAMSMAIN ENTRANCE: LEGACY OAK GATEWAY CAMAS FIELDHISTORIC HOMESTEADLOG SLIDEWOVEN TUNNEL ENTRANCESSQUIRREL NEST TO CANOPY WALK
PARK HOSTRENTAL FACILITYPICNIC SHELTERPUBLIC RESTROOMSPERMEABLE PARKING LOTBUS STATION & TURN AROUNDMOUNTAIN BIKE SKILLS COURSE
0 100 200’
NORTHONEACRE
MEADOW: Succession Themed Log Scramble UPLAND PRAIRIE: Woven Tunnel Sensory Play
OAK WOODLAND: Squirrely Adventure
CENTER FOR JEWISH STUDENT LIFE:
OREGON HILLEL
2014 Design Studio Professor Ron Lovinger
Challenges: Limited budget, space constraints, need for revenue generation
Highlights: Community identity centered around food, edible landscape, accessible outdoor spaces
Media: Photoshop, SketchUp
CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF
SUSTAINABLE LIVING: C.A.S.L.
2015 Volunteer and StudentInstructor & Project Coordinator Shannon Arms
Collaboration: Shannon Arms, CoordinatorKrisztian Megyeri, Construction Manager
Casey Howard, Project Manager2014 CASL Team, Design & Construction Docs.
Role: Volunteer coordination, material research & acquisition, budget, donations
Challenges: Volunteer student based labor, trial and error construction, drainage issues, funding,
existing American Sweetgums
Highlights: Student led project, accessible ramp construction, drought tolerant native planting BEFORE
AFTER
2015 BIOMIMICRY GLOBAL DESIGN CHALLENGE
THE LIVING FILTRATION SYSTEM
2015 Competition Studio/Winning TeamInstructors Anne Godfrey, Emma Froh
Team Members: Casey Howard, Wade Hanson, Matt Jorgenson, Alison Lewis, Krisztian Megyeri
Role: Design concept, research, graphics, video editor, final pitch & presentation, team leader
Challenges: Original concept, feasibility, business components, adhering to nature’s unifying
patterns, system based solution
Highlights: Biomimetic design concept for a living filtration system which utilizes microorganisms to capture excess nutrients in fertilizer runoff.
Competed against 7 professional and student finalist teams from around the world to win
design concept round at SXSW Eco Conference. Currently developing business model and
prototype for Accelerator round to compete for Ray of Hope Grand Prize and further develop
concept for alternative applications in storm water management and horticulture.
Media: Video editing, digital art, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint
EXISTING TILING
FIELDS WITHOUT TILINGIn fields with no tiling, farmers will implement the design for the entirety of their drainage tiling needs. By working with a specialist, they will lay out tile which corresponds to their specific topography and climate to ensure maximum performance from their inputs. In all cases, a regional and crop specific mycorrhizal fungi will be tailored to their farm to assist in jump starting soil health.
FIELDS WITH EXISTING TILINGFarmers with existing tiled fields will also benefit from the design without the cost of a complete new system. By utilizing key collection pipes, a larger diameter LFS main stem segment will be added to the exiting infrastructure (Phase 1), allowing for improved nutrient capture with minimal cost. As other portions of the existing tiling system warrant repair or replacement over time, the LFS will be phased in, further increasing benefits (Phase 2).
REGENERATIVE FARMINGIn the first year of the Living Filtration System design being implemented, fertilizer inputs are reduced along with nutrient rich runoff. Excess fertilizer in the soil is absorbed by the mycorrhizal fungi and exchanged with crop roots as part of a symbiotic relationship. Yields increase up to 30% in the first year and continue to increase as mycorrhizal networks establish. Over time microbes and organic matter build up in the soil. Water absorption and ground water recharge improve, little to no fertilizer input is needed and no nutrients escape in runoff.
WITHOUT TILING
PHASE 1PHASE 2
FULL SYSTEM
IMPLEMENTATION: ADAPTIVE DESIGN SOLUTIONS
1 YEAR1-5 YEARS
5-10 YEARS
BEFORE
INCREASING BENEFITS
EXISTING TILING
FIELDS WITHOUT TILINGIn fields with no tiling, farmers will implement the design for the entirety of their drainage tiling needs. By working with a specialist, they will lay out tile which corresponds to their specific topography and climate to ensure maximum performance from their inputs. In all cases, a regional and crop specific mycorrhizal fungi will be tailored to their farm to assist in jump starting soil health.
FIELDS WITH EXISTING TILINGFarmers with existing tiled fields will also benefit from the design without the cost of a complete new system. By utilizing key collection pipes, a larger diameter LFS main stem segment will be added to the exiting infrastructure (Phase 1), allowing for improved nutrient capture with minimal cost. As other portions of the existing tiling system warrant repair or replacement over time, the LFS will be phased in, further increasing benefits (Phase 2).
REGENERATIVE FARMINGIn the first year of the Living Filtration System design being implemented, fertilizer inputs are reduced along with nutrient rich runoff. Excess fertilizer in the soil is absorbed by the mycorrhizal fungi and exchanged with crop roots as part of a symbiotic relationship. Yields increase up to 30% in the first year and continue to increase as mycorrhizal networks establish. Over time microbes and organic matter build up in the soil. Water absorption and ground water recharge improve, little to no fertilizer input is needed and no nutrients escape in runoff.
WITHOUT TILING
PHASE 1PHASE 2
FULL SYSTEM
IMPLEMENTATION: ADAPTIVE DESIGN SOLUTIONS
1 YEAR1-5 YEARS
5-10 YEARS
BEFORE
INCREASING BENEFITS
APPLYING BIOMIMETIC INSPIRATION TO DESIGN
EXCESS NUTRIENTS SEQUESTERED IN SOILEXCESS NUTRIENTS IN POLLUTED RUNOFF
Janine Benyus presents winning team for BGDC 2015DESIGN CONCEPT IN ACTION: Conventional Drainage vs. The Living Filtration System
DESIGN ITERATIONS AND PROCESS: DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM NATURE
THE LIVING FILTRATION SYSTEM INITIAL CONCEPT
LIVING FILTRATION
