The Problem: What does it mean to have a truly public space in an increasingly privatized world? Public space is defined as a place where all members of a diverse community can coexist and represent their individuality, while sharing collective ideas and values alongside common interests without disaggregating their diversity. Many urban areas have become … Continue reading RECLAIMING PUBLIC GROUND
People often gather around sports activities, whether they are the ones exercising or the ones cheering. This internationally recognized social interest brings everyone together seamlessly, regardless of their background, age, gender, culture, ethnicity. For youth, Sport helps to become better contributors to society. A child’s involvement in sport helps them to improve their social interaction, … Continue reading FíSICA
A grid shell structure created through collaborative work with students from the University of Calgary, lead by Mauricio Soto-Rubio. "Research Pavilion A 16-foot wood timber “grid-shell” structure was designed and fabricated by students in the SAPL course Advanced Topics in Architecture (EVDA 683) during the fall 2018 term. The course was led by assistant professor Mauricio … Continue reading PEAR
Itinerant \itin·er·ant\ adjective Traveling from place to place. Synonyms: Ambulant, Errant, Nomad, Traveler, Wandering, Wayfaring (Merriam-Webster). Project completed with Ellen Odegaard
Massing Model at 1:750 Tectonic/Structural Model at 1:100
Plaster 3D Printed model at 1:200
What is sneaker lab? -taking a closed off business and showcasing it to the community -Observing the emergence of huge multinational companies such as Nike and Adidas dominating the athletic footwear market, it seems appropriate for a more democratized, accessible brand and facility to grab a foothold on a more local scale. -bringing people together … Continue reading SNEAKER LAB
CAIRN: a heap of stones to create a landmark or monument A 3000m2 multifamily project formed out of an aggregation of universally connected serially programmed spaces. Investigations into residential programs and the performances of these spaces. The three five scales of investigation are a hostel, store, restaurant, lounge, and rental. These spaces create the essential … Continue reading CAIRN
House Model @ 1:100 and Tectonic Model @ 1:20
Lucid: adjective 1. easily understood; completely intelligible or comprehensible. 2. characterized by clear perception or understanding; rational or sane. 3. shining or bright. 4. clear; pellucid; transparent. Lucid is a simple home free from distraction. It is easy to understand the differentiation of spaces from the moment you enter the doors. This house focuses … Continue reading LUCID
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