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design studio_IV:backstage, sideshows & undergrounds

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border patrol on dutyBetween the cities of Laredo and Nuevo Laredo,

the Rio Grande constitutes the international boundary. On the map this political boundary

falls directly in the middle of the river.

border patrol stationpositioned on border between Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico

site planinternational boundary:Laredo, TX and NL, Mexico

+5’

+5’

+10’

+10’

+15’

+15’+20’

+25’

+30’

United Sta

+20’

+25’

tesMexico

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view of interstitial territory

the inner tube used for multiple means

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RIO GRANDE

lower level planpool activity in adjacent territories

East-West section1/16” = 1’ -0”

interaction between adjacent surfaces

adjacent surfaces create ambiguous zones along international boundary

altitude of pools helps to distinguish connected and disconnected surfaces

pool inset into river gives access to both sides [under recreational terms only] and blurs border

influx of river re-directs pool surfaces creating access to riverfront

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border patrol officer policing waterways

border patrol on dutyAs opposed to the hard-lined boundary drawn down the middle of the river, in its occupation the river has no such division. Recreational users, of any citizenship, are permitted free access to the entire width, so long as they do not touch the land of the other side. In contrast, users of the river deemed as illegal crossers are given no access

whatsoever and are removed from the water upon notice.

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Nicolas Bra

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Nicolas Bra

vo

Cesar L

opez de Lara

Guadalupe Victoria

Luis Donald

o Colosio

Hermenegildo Galeana

Melchor Ocampo

Reynosa

Avenida Leandro-Valle

Aquiles Serdan

Avenida Leandro-Valle

alu

da Lea

recreational facility creates

diversion on riverfrontpool inset in river gives access to residents of both countries

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Nicolas Bra

vo

Nicolas Bra

vo

Cesar L

opez de Lara

Guadalupe Victoria

Luis Donald

o Colosio

Hermenegildo Galeana

Melchor Ocampo

Reynosa

Avenida Leandro-Valle

Aquiles Serdan

Avenida Leandro-Valle

alu

da Lea

incoming traffic routespedestrian circulation

night activity on street-walk

Border Patrol on DutyThe proposal situates a public pool complex on the

banks of the river in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico. It utilizes a recreational program to expand the possible

territory for free mixings of people from either side and provide a much-needed public amenity.

It expands the river access for residents of Nuevo Laredo, while aspiring

to provide a new “cover” for the illegal crosser.

site axonometric

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design studio_III:interstices / artifices

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casino

performance hall

sandusky, OH

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hub of hedonismDensity, camouflage, and

sensory stimulations were used as vehicles to achieve anonymity within

the space. The phenomenology of the interior facilitates anonymous interaction between patrons, allowing them to feel comfortable in

acting ways they normally would not consider. The complex geometries give the illusion the physical

space is transformed by the energy within.

PerformanceHub

PerformanceHub

Security Security

Lobby

Lobby

Parking

ParkingFerry

Terminal

Ferry Terminal

Stores

Stores

Restaurants

Restaurants

CasinoCasino

HighStakes

physical modelbuilt at 1/32” = 1’ -0”

circulation becomes

programsystem of blended

program promotes efficiency and

free-flowing circulation

throughout complex

PerformanceHub

PerformanceHub

Security Security

Lobby

Lobby

Parking

ParkingFerry

Terminal

Ferry Terminal

Stores

Stores

Restaurants

Restaurants

CasinoCasino

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Transverse Section 1/16” = 1’-0”

section A-A1/32” = 1’ -0”

exterior view of main entrance

tourists and locals are drawn into the exciting

atmosphere

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-2’

+0’

+2’-8”

-6’

-6’-2’

+0’

-4’Parking

Casino Gaming

Mechanical/Storage

Gaming

Main Casino Floor

Terminal Lobby

International/Customs CustomsOff.

Term.Off.

Fitness

M

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Lounge

Dining

+2’-8”Kitchen

Retail

Performance 2

+5’-4”

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CasinoSandusky, Ohio

Stage

Theater

Terraced Performance Space

Floor 1

Floor 2

Floor 3

Floor 4 view of main performance spaceterraced landings provide visual access

throughout complex

interior renderanonymity in passing circulation

extents of visual and audio access to main

performance space

Hub of HedonismWhile the architecture encourages outlandish behavior, it is ultimately the people who transform the malleable surroundings. With such an open floor plan, everywhere becomes ‘the stage’ as patrons call attention to themselves

as performers.

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ground floor plan

+52’

+42’

+40’-8”

Parking

+52’

Drive-InTheater

Viewing

Gaming

+38’

+38’

+29’-4”

+26’-8”

+30’-8”

+24’

Parking

Lobby

Gaming

Lounge

Drive-InTheater

High Stakes Gambling

Food Court

Parking

Main Performance

High-End RetailDanceFloor

Bar

Casino GamingLounge

+24’

+12’

+0’

+17’-4”

+17’-4”

+24’

+13’-4”

+22’

+20’

+24’

+18’-8”

PerformanceSpace

Entrance

Gaming

Circulation

Circulation Hot-Spots

density diagramcertain areas of program facilitate concentrations of patrons and promote anonymity

a m a x i m u m interaction occurs as circulation

is directed through dense nodes

site aerialSandusky, Ohio

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second floor plan third floor plan fourth floor plan

CROSS STREET

N. H

URO

N STREET

FROG ISLANDPARK

E. FOREST AVE

EEAASSTTBOOUUNNDD

WWEESSTTBBOOUUNDD

elementary sc hool

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hoollaboratory

sciencedesign studio_II:education as community foundation

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CROSS STREET

N. H

URO

N STREET

FROG ISLANDPARK

E. FOREST AVE

EEAASSTTBOOUUNNDD

WWEESSTTBBOOUUNDD

Longitudinal Section3/32” = 1’-0”

Transverse Section3/32” = 1’-0”

Second Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

First Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

Third Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

CROSS STREET

N. H

URO

N STREET

FROG ISLANDPARK

E. FOREST AVE

EEAASSTTBOOUUNNDD

WWEESSTTBBOOUUNDD

site planproposed elementary

school and science laboratory located

in Depot Town of Ypsilanti,

Michigan

ground floor plan

East-West section

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Longitudinal Section3/32” = 1’-0”

Transverse Section3/32” = 1’-0”

Second Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

First Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

Third Floor1/16” = 1’-0”

elementary school To mimic the site, the form is derived from flowing circulation paths that serve as the focus of the building where the classrooms and other masses become additive. The pathways allow for flowing circulation throughout the building and invite the natural surroundings inward. While there are rigid paths that become physically accessible, there are less definable paths intertwined. Where the noise traveling from the gymnasium to the upper loft meets the solid corridor or the sunlight gleaming through the light wells in the library fall on the dewey dot decimal path the

stacks follow.

Longitudinal Section3/32” = 1’-0”

Transverse Section3/32” = 1’-0”

North-South section

second floor plan third floor plan

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SECTION B-B

SECTION A-A

Science LaboratoryFLOOR PLAN3/16” = 1’-0”

+2’

+2’

+10’

+14’

science laboratoryCaught in a paradigm between the natural and built environment of the river flowing downstream and the train moving uptown, the lab serves as a place for demonstration and experimentation. With a portion of the building that physically moves to survey the surroundings, it attempts to bridge the two worlds together. The shifting portal uses a framed view to become an “extension” of the site and further experience the

atmosphere intended.

SECTION B-B1/4” = 1’-0’

preliminary modeldemonstration area [left], sliding experimentation area [right]

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SECTION B-B1/4” = 1’-0’

final modelcardboard represents natural site, rockite and basswood used to represent building materials

section B-Bthrough portal and gray-water sinks

portal

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work experience

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energy city headquartersCommercial and retail buildings surrounding central courtyard create an inviting complex for those with international business as well as civilians of

Doha, Qatar.

mass model

final presentation modelbuildings constructed of acrylic floorplates

enveloped with laser-cut museum board. cooling towers represented as copper spray-

painted chip board. central courtyard up-lit with wooden lightbox.

[work developed from projects during schematic design phase]

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the gallery on fultonA multi-use, LEED Silver certified project in Grand Rapids, Michigan comprised of a contemporary arts center, retail space, rental apartments, a rooftop garden and city/private parking. Attempts to activate the street by creating an urban plaza and providing excitement to its urban location.

northwest entrance

working modelbuilding made from laser cut gray chip board, greenscreen

spray-painted. layered chipboard base.

east facade

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graph

layout

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Sports Divider2009 Michiganensian

Yearbook

Architecture theory notebook layout.ARCH 326: Design

Fundamentals II

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Graphic LayoutCompositions created using Photoshop and InDesign.

Michigan Life Divider2009 Michiganensian Yearbook

Graphic theme applied to

full-spread photo.2009 Michiganensian

Yearbook

AD produced for MetroPCS campaign.MKT 407: Designing Persuasive Communication

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digital

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digital

fabrication

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interactive pavilionComprised of a single continuous surface, it serves as a sun-

shading device with different porosities. Designed to be

looked at, walked in, and climbed on.

North-South section

provides sun-shading during peak hours of the day

mesh cantilevers over water to create dock

[renders and virtual models created using 3d studio max]

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Derived from a

polygon mesh, it becomes apparent where the individual polygons have detached to allow for openings in the structure.

children take advantage of climb-able mesh

facilitates and provides recreation

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parametric surfaceManipulation of surface using 3d studio max parametric modifiers. Model digitally printed from plaster on ZCorp Z310 3d printer.

3d print

with scale

[renders and virtual models created using 3d studio max]

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render

parametric derivations of virtual model

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hand

sketching

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[seeing] switzerland:summer study abroad: zurich_switzerland

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[seeing] switzerlandSeries of sketches including final map project from study abroad course in Zurich, Switzerland. Focused on current transportation system and introduction of hybrid

station for cars and trains.

corippo, switzerland

lavertezto, switzerland

mercedes benz museum, stuttgart, germany

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[adapting] zurichfinal project

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eric james crabbcrabb.eric@gmail.com

517.917.20767008 Country View Blvd.

Jackson, MI 49201