monsees portfolio 2015

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HUD INNOVATION IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING

PARAMETRIC FACADE INSTALLATION

DENVER ARTS CENTER

MOORE RESILIENCY HOUSING

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ACCESSIBLE HOUSING PROGRAM

CONTENTS

COMPETITION

MUSEUM

PARAMETRICS

PUBLIC INTEREST

HOUSING

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New Orleans

Houma

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development began the IAH competition in 2014. My team was a finalist the second year of the competition in 2015. The competition calls for a multidiscipline team of at least three graduate programs. The need for quality, affordable housing has never been greater. At its best, housing can help strengthen the social and physical fabric of communities and neighborhoods. The competition is designed to encourage research and innovation in affordable housing, through both design and financing. Responding to a specific housing problem, developed by the Terrebonne Parish Housing Authority, created an engaged and inspiring design program. After researching the area and the current affordable housing model we designed an innovative concept that addresses the social, economic, and environmental issues to the current Bayou Towers. Our design, The Bayou Gardens is an age-qualified residential complex that uses an innovative design for the site, for the community and for the residents.

C O M P E T I T I O NHUD INNOVATION IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Houma, Louis iana 240,000 sq f t HousingSavannah Greenlee + Tu Tran + Kyle Killian + Ashton MartinRevi t

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residential entry

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Second Floor

Fifth Floor

First Floor

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Fifth Floor

Third Floor

Living Lab

Housing

Stairs & Elevators

Youth Rooms

Community Rooms

Outdoor Green Spaces

Street

Building Circulation

Building Access

Fourth Floor

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InnovativeAging-in-Place

Strategies

InnovativeCommunity

Engagement

InnovativeSustainability &

Financing

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One BedroomLiving Unit

automated medication dispenser

SMART toilet

Each of the 253 affordable aging in place units can be adapted to comply with ADA codes. For example, the bedroom door has a removable panel to allow access for a hospital bed. The bathroom is accessible from the kitchen and an open closet that has no doors. These units are unique because they provide telehealth and remote sensor technology. The bathroom has a SMART mirror that allows residents to setup and confirm appointments. A SMART toilet can detect dehydration, which is the number one cause of falling for senior citizens. Early detection of health problems is very important among this demographic. Many people, especially at the Bayou Towers, cannot afford the medical attention they need. 10,000 people reach the age of 65 everyday. Universities across the nation are doing research on our aging population. The Bayou Gardens and the living lab is a place both the public and private sector can come together and serve the most vulnerable demographic. Five local universities have medical, nursing and gerontology programs and medical companies that design innovative medical technologies around the globe. Medical devices within the living units communicate with student and faculty researchers in the living lab. This gives residents the ability to have control and a sense of independence. The residents are not only able to live longer, but live longer in one place.

remote health monitoring

SMART mirroreye-tracking

suite

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Cognition Suite &Exercise Science Lab

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driving simulator

exercise science +physical therapy

eye-tracking suite

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creole cottage The building was separated into three distinct zones. These zones accommodate the needs of the residents in the building and in the surrounding community. The health and wellness zone is anchored by the living lab. This 50,000 square foot facility, in sustainable partnerships with local universities and institutions, would provide geriatric services to the residents. The youth development zone provides classroom literacy and educational programs. The Bayou Gardens is a ten minute walk from local schools. Our vision is that the Bayou Gardens would be a place to instigate intergenerational interaction. The interaction between the youth and the seniors in the community allows them to both grow by means of digital inclusion. There are spaces in the building that allow the Bayou Gardens to host events and provide services for the community. For example the Terrebonne Parish Council on aging provides meals to resdients and the local community, this service could be located on site.

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Health + Wellness Youth Development Interaction

reading coaches school readiness

classroom literacy intergenerational activities

active agingcommunity engagement

mobile health outreach

senior care internshipgeriatric services reading coaches school readiness








senior care internshipgeriatric services

reading coaches school readiness








senior care internshipgeriatric services

W Park AveW Main St

10 min walk

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BAYOU COMMONS: title

HUD Innovation in Affordable Housing student design and planning competition 2015

#59

SECURITYVERNACULAR SECURITY SUSTAINABLE

8’ Permeable Pavers Parking22’ Street Width3’ Bioswale8’ Sidewalk3’ Raised Planters

4’ Shared Corridor3’ Private Garden

Bed 5’ Sidewalk

3’ Bioswale

10’ Front Lawn 5’ Front Porch

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1. Existing Front Porch and Stoops Culture of Houma Neighborhood

2. Individualized Porches and

3. Individualized Garden Bed

5. Stoops portray Houma residential

10. Elevated shared balcony mimics the Louisiana urban social culture

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buffer between public and semi-

5. Stoops provide security and gated barrier for residents

6. Raised crosswalk for pedestrian

7. Well lit 8’ sidewalks

8. Permeable Pavers for parking and sidewalks

9. Bioswales with native plants

and sidewalk

11. Extended/Overhanging roof provides adequate shading and replicates the Acadian Cabin indigenous to this region

12. Solar reduction window screens

13. Green roof helps reduce heat

residents with more opportunities for active aging

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4. Raised Garden Beds provide a

creating a buffer between traffic

island effect and stormwaterrun-off while providing

public zones

security

Balconies

culture

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BAYOU COMMONS: title

HUD Innovation in Affordable Housing student design and planning competition 2015

#59

SECURITYVERNACULAR SECURITY SUSTAINABLE

8’ Permeable Pavers Parking22’ Street Width3’ Bioswale8’ Sidewalk3’ Raised Planters

4’ Shared Corridor3’ Private Garden

Bed 5’ Sidewalk

3’ Bioswale

10’ Front Lawn 5’ Front Porch

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atfo

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Platform

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1. Existing Front Porch and Stoops Culture of Houma Neighborhood

2. Individualized Porches and

3. Individualized Garden Bed

5. Stoops portray Houma residential

10. Elevated shared balcony mimics the Louisiana urban social culture

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buffer between public and semi-

5. Stoops provide security and gated barrier for residents

6. Raised crosswalk for pedestrian

7. Well lit 8’ sidewalks

8. Permeable Pavers for parking and sidewalks

9. Bioswales with native plants

and sidewalk

11. Extended/Overhanging roof provides adequate shading and replicates the Acadian Cabin indigenous to this region

12. Solar reduction window screens

13. Green roof helps reduce heat

residents with more opportunities for active aging

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4. Raised Garden Beds provide a

creating a buffer between traffic

island effect and stormwaterrun-off while providing

public zones

security

Balconies

culture

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resident-owned gardens

farm-to-market

raised garden beds

workout structures

fishing pond

native plantings

The current design does not provide adequate access to open air recreation. As part of our effort to engage active aging, we wanted residents to have access to the landscape on all floors of the building. Each living unit has its own balcony and planting unit to provide a sense of home. The step back of our perimeter block housing scheme allows us to provide courtyards on every level, this also reflects the designs of the local vernacular housing. The central courtyards provide semi-private walking paths surrounded by healing landscapes. These healing landscapes include native plantings, aroma therapy gardens and sensory gardens to spport healthy active aging. Each terrace or courtyard has a unique feature, such as a fire pit, and a small water feature, something found in typical Louisiana courtyards. Raised garden beds provide places for residents to cultivate produce. This gives the residents an opportunity to participate in programs such as farm to market, which is also located on site across Park Avenue. The park to the north has been redisigned to provide places for healthy living such as a fishing pond, walking trails and physical fitness areas and mediatation spaces.

native plantings

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OUTDOOR GREEN SPACE

PHOTOVOLTAICCELLS

GREYWATER

BIOSWALE

LIVING LAB

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY

BIOSWALE

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Baseline$118/sf

LEED Platinum$159/sf

Net Zero$200/sf

Gap$26/sf

assumptions

Residential Assistance DemonstrationSection 8 Project Based Rental Assistance

9% LIHTC Pricing 0.92Contract Rent (PUPM) $589Operating Expenses (PUPA) $3,600Net Operating Income $707,910Cash Flow $92,336Hard Construction Cost Per Unit $95,030

SOURCES

USES -+

low income housing tax credits

national housing trust fund

replacement housing factor funds

solar investment tax credit (ITC)

179D tax credit

LHC tax credit assistance program

deferred developer fee

seller take back financing

new first mortgage loanHOME

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3%24%

acquisition: buildingrelocation costs

construction interest + fees

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19%1%

construction costs

60%

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11%

2%

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financing fees

soft costs

developer fee

tax credit fees

reserves

19%

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The Santa Fe Arts District in Denver, Colorado is home to one of the most creative arts environments in the region. Situated on the northeast corner of 7th and Santa Fe, the Denver Arts Center is a critical point in the district. It is the opening intersection to the district arriving from the south. The strong Latino culture in the district has formed a dynamic character. The district is covered with sidewalk art that uses vibrant colors that relate to the Latino culture. The museum provides an outdoor green space that allow pedestrians to intersect the museum. Widening the sidewalks and the inclusion of interactive art boards on the outside, creates a welcoming space for all.

M U S E U MD E N V E R A R T S C E N T E R

Denver, Colorado30,000 sq f tMuseumXin WangRevi t

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second level third level

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east elevationsouth elevation

The concrete structure is exposed throughout the museum. Even on the outside, the concrete structure reaches out over the entrance and the sidewalk providing a shaded area for visitors. The cantilevered cocnrete structure creates an illusion that even though concrete is a heavy material, it can be very delicate.The cantilever also covers the loading dock on the east of the building. This creates a covered area to protect the art, one of the most important parts of a museum.

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1A101

1’ x 1’ Raised Deck Tiles

Vapor Barrier

Plate Exterior Facade System

Thermal Broken AluminumCladding Attachment System

8” Insulation Custom Kingspan

6” Light Gauge Steel Frame

5/8” Gypsum Wallboard

Self Leveling Concrete

8” Rigid Insulation

Vapor Barriereast section 1/2“ = 1’

1’ x 1’ Raised Deck Tiles

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The building’s atrium splits the public and private spaces. The pedestrian side to the west, houses the public spaces such as the galleries. The bottom level contains the secondary gallery. A clerestory provides light to the basement as well as a connection to the pedestrian

right of way. On the lobby level, the window system above the clerestory, provides interactive artboards outside of the cafe. The interior and exterior connection is critical to create a welcoming environment. The sidewalk is partially covered by the cantilevered gallery level.

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In this design build studio, our class was instructed to design a facade system using parametric modeling. Partnering with Zahner in Kansas City, we were able to fabricate an installation at full scale behind the architecture school, Marvin Hall, at the University of Kansas.

PA R A M E T R I C SPA R A M E T R I C FA C A D E I N S TA L L AT I O N

Lawrence, KansasFacade SystemPaola Sanguinett i Design Bui ld Rhino + Grasshopper

facade installation

marvin hall

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A01

SCHOOL OFARCHITECTUREDESIGN ANDPLANNING

DESIGN FORFABRICATIONSTUDIOIN COLLABORATION WITH

Z A H N E RPROJECT NAME

DATESPRING 2013

DRAWN BY

KATHLEEN IRELAND

SHEET NUMBER

PAOLA SANGUINETTI

TURBO SYSTEMCURVED WALLINSTALLATION

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A R C H 4 0 9

A02

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SCHOOL OFARCHITECTUREDESIGN ANDPLANNING

DESIGN FORFABRICATIONSTUDIOIN COLLABORATION WITH

Z A H N E RPROJECT NAME

DATESPRING 2013

DRAWN BY

JAKE BANTON

SHEET NUMBER

PAOLA SANGUINETTI

TURBO SYSTEMCURVED WALLINSTALLATION

A01

A R C H 4 0 9

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The undulation of the facade system and the perforations were based on the placement of the wind turbines. The fins become deeper the further away from the turbine and the perforations become smaller. To determine the placement of the turbines, we performed wind studies in Lawrence using Vasari, a plugin for Grasshopper. The turbines were engineered to produce energy. This made the design of the turbine critical to produce the energy.

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Our class was split into teams. My team was responsible for designing the structure. The triangle shape had to calculated perfectly based on the model. The convex perimeter of the triangle allows the metal to be fastened at any point. Since our studio was on a budget, half of the installation was completely hand fabricated by our class. On this side, we designed a bench system to support the facade system. Zahner showed our class that, with the use of technology and parametrics, a product with many unique components could be mass produced.

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P U B L I C I N T E R E S TA C C E S S I B L E H O U S I N G P R O G R A M

Lawrence, Kansas180 sq f tAccessible RampMatt Rei l ley + Nick Frat ta + Curt is Calk insAutocad

harper street

proposed ramp

existing entrance

existing shed

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Many spaces are not adequate for most handicap people’s needs. My design and building skills allowed me to help Henry Perkins, a Lawrence resident, who was at a point in his life where he was soon to be wheelchair bound. I was put in contact with Henry through Independence Inc., a nonprofit organization. Through our collaboration, I was able to secure a government grant that funded the cost to build a handicap accessible ramp for his residence.

I designed and competitively bid the ramp against other contractors and obtained a contractor that could facilitate the bidding process. With the help of the contractor, I won the bid and obtained a building permit. Independence Inc. provided design guidelines and I had to comply with local building codes. Over the summer of 2013, a group of University of Kansas students, including myself , completed the accessible ramp.

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The galvanized handrail was a guideline required by Independence Inc. The vinyl skirting under the ramp was also a requirement of the housing association. We also received help from Henry’s neighbor to finish the concrete sidewalk. Our efforts were featured on the front page of the University Daily Kansan.


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In 2013, a tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma. There were over 50 casualties and 350 people injured. After analyzing the aftermath of the disaster on a site visit, my class determined that the town of Moore was in need of resilient housing. The single family wood construction homes have proven to be incapable of withstanding the 200 mile per hour winds that hit the town twice over the past 15 years. Our site lies directly to the North of a new community park in downtown Moore. The following models represent the conceptualization and construction process of a 76 unit affordable housing complex

Moore, Oklahoma60,000 sq f tHousingJake BantonRevi t

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The conceptual model represents the program of the housing complex. Copper tubes cast in resin represent three corridors that extend from the east to the west of the building. The resin was influenced by the Oklahoma architect Bruce Goff, who uses translucent green glass in his designs. On the east of the site a concrete block imitates a heavy parking garage. The parking garage is on the east to block the sound from a train that runs along the east of the site. Each corridor has openings to the ceramic tiles. Each ceramic floor has a different pattern to differentiate the various sized units in the building. Ceramic is a common material in the region. Frankhoma pottery was developed just outside of Moore, Oklahoma. The technique used on the tiles mimics Frankhoma pottery. Under each corridor a concrete path creates a connection from the parking garage to the retail block on the west of the site. The retail block is concrete casted in plexi glass to give it a clean and welcoming feel. The metal wires that are strung through the copper tubes creates tension in the design. This tension alludes to the resiliency of Moore, Oklahoma and its ability to prosper no matter what natural disaster may hit the community.

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A section model was developed to showcase the community center located at the center tower of our design. Due to budget constraints, we decided to have one central, double loaded corridor. The budget, as well as the program, affected our tower design. There are only three towers now. The community center shown in the model overlooks the newly commissioned park to the south. It has a double-skin glass facade that blocks heat from the sun to the south. A community safe room is adjacent to the community center. Instead of being a room only used during times of disaster, it is used as an art gallery or event space, straddling a secondary corridor that residents may pass through at anytime.

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TAY L O R M O N S E E S1 3 8 2 3 W o o d w a r d S t r e e t , O v e r l a n d P a r k , K S , 6 6 2 2 3 , 9 1 3 . 2 2 7 . 9 7 8 8 , t m o n s e e s 1 @ g m a i l . c o m

The University of Kansas, 3.5 GPA Master of Architecture

SEED Certified (Social Economic Environmental Design)

Paneless Glass Project Manager, Kansas City, MO

• Supervised both large and small-scale projects involving the repair and replacement of windows and screens.• Coordinated projects involving disaster relief that required major renovations to multifamily housing complexes.• Digitalized the business methods of the company from paper to the computer to synchronize the business. • Evaluate potential jobs and create bids for multiple magnitudes of projects.

Overland Property GroupConsultant, Overland Park, KS

• Developed Renderings for a senior center in Leawood, KS that is now being built.

Accessible Housing Program Volunteer, Designer and Builder, Lawrence, KS

• Collaborated with Independence Inc. to design and build an accessible ramp.• Secured award of government grant to fund the project.• Drafted construction documents providing a cost estimate and a building schedule for construction. • Obtained a building permit with a local contractor.

Kansas Impact ProgramStudent Consultant, Lawrence, KS

• Provided consultative services to Douglas County Senior Services with four classmates.• Conducted research to advise DCSS on redefining their mission and goals.

American Institute of Architects for StudentsACTIVIT IES AND HONORS

COMMUNITY SERVICE

EXPERIENCE

CERTIFICATION

EDUCATION

The University of Kansas, 3.6 GPA Master of Business Administration

Freedom by Design

Chancellor’s Honor Roll

Research Experience Program

08/15/08 - 05/15/15

10/13

06/01/08 - 07/09/15

08/15/11

06/01/14 - 08/10/14

08/15/09 - 05/15/1508/15/09 - 05/15/15

08/15/09 - 05/15/15

08/15/14 - 05/15/15

04/01/13 - 10/09/13

08/15/14 - 05/15/15

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CONTACT

TAYLOR MONSEES913.227.9788tmonsees1@gmai l .com

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