Introductory Design

Bookmaking, Cartography, Modeling

This is the first project where I was expected to produce professional plant symbols by hand. The project consisted of four parts: a conceptual bubble diagram, a master plan in pencil, the same master plan in ink, and then a color rendering of the inked master plan. I went through at least ten books on hand graphics before choosing a collection that I felt comfortable using. I wanted a combination of evergreen and deciduous symbols, along with a couple groundcover symbols.

Hand Graphics and Rendering

Bubble Diagram on Marker Paper with Chartpacks and Prismacolor Pencils Pencil Rendering on Vellum Ink Rendering on Bond Color Rendering on Marker Paper with Chartpacks, Prismacolor Pencils, and Paint Pens

View From Driveway

Backyard Section

Hand Graphics and Color Rendering

Media: Micron Pens, Chartpacks, Prismacolors, Paint Pens, and Nu Pastels on Marker Paper

This is the third and final stage of the project, following the section elevations. I continued to expand my library of graphic symbols, and eencountered a wind design that can be seen in my axonometric. The creation of movement was an important criteria for this rendering. In t In the perspective, I implemented the color vault theory. I placed my warm colors in the foreground, pulling it towards the viewer’s eye. Cool colors were used in the background to create a perception of distance. Red, yellow, pink, and brown in the front. Blue, purple, aBlue, purple, and green in the back.

Construction DocumentsHand-Drawn and Labeled Pencil on Vellum

0- 4% Slope

5- 9% Slope

10- 14% Slope

15%+ Slope

The best areas for development were chosen after numerous site studies of hydrology, soils, slope, and existing vegetation.

Revised Concept Diagram

Severe Limitations PhC- Pacolet, Gullied Land Complex, 6- 10% Slopes

Moderate Limitations CbA- Cecil Soils, 0- 2% Slopes, Overwash PfD2- Pacolet Sandy Loam, 10- 15% Slopes, Eroded PgD3- Pacolet Sandy Clay Loam, 10- 15% Slopes, Severely Eroded

Slight Limitations CYB2- Cecil Sandy Loam, 2- 6% Slopes, Eroded CYC2- Cecil Sandy Loam, 6- 10% Slopes, Eroded PgC3- Pacolet Sandy Clay Loam, 6- 10% Slopes, Severely Eroded

Soils Map

Slope Analysis MapInitial Concept

Road Alignment Using Eagle Point and AutoCAD to calculate and accurately construct horizontal and vertical curves, along with engineering to grade and manage runoff.

Hand-Rendered Section, ink on trash

At Moss Side

As the name suggests, this conservation development was designed as a small forest opening, or glade. Built beneath the canopies of native laurels and old hardwoods, this 48-lot subdivision blends the timeless quality of nature with the peace of mind in owning a new home. Ex Expanding upon Athens’ renowned Moss Side community, The Glades at Moss Side offer lots ranging insize from 8,000 to 12,000 square feet in the same well-established and respected district. Enjoy picnics by the pond, fishing in the shade, bike rides along the creek, and picturesque walks in your own backyard.

Master Plan Drawn in AutoCAD, Hand-Rendered Media: marker, colored pencil, pastel on bond

Three individuals residences with unique landscape features.

A hand-rendered perspective constructed from a Google SketchUp model.

The challenge of this project was to provide for the personal needs of each homeowner, while also creating a space that the entire community could utilize. The key objective was to minimize the hardscape in order to gain greenspace. This was done by the sharing of driveways, on-street parking, and one well-placed alleyway. Street frfrontage was essential to maximize the property value. This requirement was not only met, but combined with a small woodland-inspired park complete with gazebo and two running streams.

An Infill Housing Project in Athens

Japanese-Inspired Road MedianJapanese-Inspired Road Median

Hand-Crafted Model

Materials:Cardboard Pinto Beans Coffee Grounds Fish Gravel Ceramic TilesG

Materials:Cardboard Pinto Beans Coffee Grounds Fish Gravel Ceramic TilesGGranite PiecesDried Plants

Perspective Photographs

Master Plan

Section Elevation

Planting Schedule

This site is located at the base of a recently-renovated Italian fortress, atop a mountain. It is designed to serve the local townspeople while simultaneously displaying some of the visiting art students’ sculptures.

True to Tuscan tradition the foundation of this design is in its use of honest materials. Ceramic tiles, iron railings, stone pathways, and wooden arbors develop the space into a sasanctuary for students and faculty alike. Multiple styles have been combined to give the design versatility. Formal twisting staircases juxtapose comfy, oversized armchairs. Outdoor Art History lectures can be conducted by day, and fireside concerts performed by night.

Master Plan, Cortona, Italy Marker and Colored Pencil on Bond

Art and Photography

Italian Renaissance Garden (Oil Pastel)

Art and Photography

Italian Renaissance Garden (Oil Pastel)

OrvietoUmbria Cinque Terra Cortona