2014 portfolio genevieve buentello

GENEVIEVE ADELE BUENTELLO

PORTFOLIO

Professional Work Page arco TieTê comPeTiTion 2-5Vila leoPoldina Park 6-9BmX Terrace garden - Brazil 10 Various PórTicos - rio de janeiro, Brazil 11 Broad oaks garden - HousTon, TeXas 12 WilloWick and knollWood gardens - HousTon, TeXas 13 WesT lane - HousTon, TeXas 14-15 sleePy HolloW courT - HousTon, TeXas 16-17 Various gardens - HousTon, TeXas 18-19

academic scHoolWork

gerald d. Hines uli comPeTiTion 20-21

Personal endeaVors

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aRCO tIEtÊ COMPEtItIONPrefecTure of são Paulo, Brazil - urBan redeVeloPmenT ProjecT

collaBoraTion BeTWeen: PaTricia akinaga arquiTeTura e desenHo urBano, rTkl, mia leHrer + associaTes, Price WaTerHouse cooPer & azeVedo seTTe

são Paulo, Brazil - 2013-2014

the City of São Paulo initiated a design competition for proposals on how to transform a huge 40 hectare area of the central part of the city. Maps, ideas, concepts, design strategies and eco-nomic development plans for a 40 hect-are central section of city were created to show how to implement in phases important changes in the planning codes and the city structure.

the primary goal is to improve the life of the average citizen in the city. Some of the challenges presented include:

• traffic• difficultpedestriancrosswalks• physical disconnection caused by

natural and man-made elements, such as an at grade trainline that divides many neighborhoods of the central districts and the tietê River

• lackofpublicspace• abandoned properties in the Center

the proposal, divided into 7 zones, and to be implemented over 40 years;3 phases include:• changes in the planning codes that

will impose more public space for parksandplazas

• creation of districts• investmentinparksplanningand

mainentance as well as designation and improvements for public space

• green corridors• tunnelization of part of the Marginal

tietê, an important highway system that is beside the tietê River

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My participation in this project included research, designing, concepts, and team coordination for the different international officesparticipatinginthiscompetition.

Ourtasksweretocoordinateresearch,information, plans, and the creation of design and economic strategies that could be implemented over time for these abandonedpartsofthecitytoflourishanew. another component of the project was to implement legal changes in the city planning codes that would encour-age public space and green corridors as well as give the city more responsibility in controlling the real estate speculation that occurs daily in the city that causes urbanchangesthatdonotbenefitthepublic as a whole.

after a series of intense mapping, did we come up with design strategies:

• Utilize existing and proposed public infrastructure to delineate zones of redevelopment and transportation

• Takeadvantageofexistingeconomiesand complement these with districts of design, art, light technology and information as well as light industry

• Creation of green corridors and green infrastructure to combat pollution and create green areas within the city

• Creation of plazas and public space in underutilized areas of the city with high potential

• Implement economic policies that encourage long term planning and vision

• Challenge existing notions that limit the public space possibilities




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VIla lEOPOldINa PaRk PrefecTure of são Paulo, Brazil - BroWnfield ProjecT

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this municipal property in the Vila leopoldina neighborhood is a prime lot for a community outreach,redevelopmentandparksproject.

Locatedinaquicklygrowingpartofthecitythat is needy for public space, the polluted site requires a physical, psychic and social remediation in order for it to be free of decades of stigma.

Phytoremediation is proposed across the site to deal with organic pollutants from the for-mer land use (municipal bus garage).

Recycled materials will be utilized for details such as signage and site furnishings. a professional training center will be drawn as part of the social contract. an existing recycling station will also be incorporated as part of the sustainability program.

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Playground and Exposition Center

Sketches and Sections

Sport courts and Phytoremediation Gardens




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TheCreativeOfficebuildingonsite,designedin tandem with Álvaro Cerezo.

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the Center for training and Rehabilitation, designed in tandem with Álvaro Cerezo.

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BMX tERRaCE GaRdENCIty Of SãO PaUlO, BRazIl - MIXEd USE PROjECtSERGIO SaNtaNa PaISaGISMO E dESENhO URBaNOSãO PaUlO, BRazIl - 2011-2012

the BMX multi-use project is located on the Pinheiros River adjacent to the Morumbi train station. the neighborhood is rapidly being developed as part of an urban revitalization surrounding the destitute river.

Currently under construction, this mixed use projectisexpectedtoearnLEEDcertificationfor both the landscape and the architecture (byAlflalo&Gasperini).

Option 01

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Site Planterrace Option 03

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VaRIOUS PóRtICOSCIty Of RIO dE jaNEIRO, BRazIl - VaRIOUS PROjECtSSERGIO SaNtaNa PaISaGISMO E dESENhO URBaNOSãO PaUlO, BRazIl - 2011-2012

Pórticosserveasbothformalentry&securitycheckpointsforbothresidential,commercialand institutional developments in Brazil.

Whetherlightandairyormassivewithblocksof negative space, the pórtico suggests the aesthetic of the whole itself and alliterates the material palette used in the buildings:

WOOd MEtalS CaBlESCONCREtE GlaSS WatER VEGEtatION StUCCO SCREENS

Wood,Concrete,Steel&Glass

Wood,Steel&Glass

Cables,Steel&Glass

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BROad OakS GaRdENhOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2010-2011

a design for a party tent and new planting transformed a plain garden into a tropical paradise lush with ferns, leafy foliage, and groundcovers,

the copper structure was carefully designed andpaintedaccordingtotheclient’sspecifi-cations.

another terrace is home to a very simple and elegant pergola, cleverly furnished for quiet andreflectioninthegarden.

Red was the original color option for the tent as chosen by the client. the softer colors decidedinthefinaldesignphaseoftheprojectreflectarestraintandsophistication,that create a demure yet sensorial effect in this year round blossoming garden.

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WiLLOWiCk&knOLLWOODGArDEnShOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2007-2009

two examples of gardens inspired by french traditional architecture: below, a courtyard inspired by New Orleans colonial architec-ture.

at right, a grand plan for a french Chateau in thePineForestsofhouston’sriverOaksexclusive neighborhood.

two examples of gardens inspired by french traditional architecture: below, a court-yard inspired by New Orleans colonial architecture.

at right, a grand plan for a french Chateau in the Pine forests of houston’s River Oaksneighborhood.

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WESt laNE RESIdENCEhOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2008-2010

A1950’sresidencereflectsthetenetsofthemodern architectural language: datum, line, point,&plane:areflectionpond,analleé,asculpturaltree,afield.

an existing axis that bisects the house from thebackgardentothefrontgardenwasusedby theownersasabackdrop forsculpture.this axis was renovated and continues to be used to display art.

Many sculptural trees on site were in ill health and were replaced by other interesting culti-vars: Near East Crape Myrtle, Chinese Elm, andtheOkameCherry.

Modern sculpture at the end of the axis.

Site plan (above). Spatial study (below).

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WESt laNE RESIdENCEhOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2008-2010

at the end of the axis at the entry garden, a groveofcrapemyrtlesoffersarefinedspaceof quiet contemplation.

Analleéoffastigiatepearswelcomesoneintothe residence. this was historically proposed by the famous landscape architect thomas Church, the original landscape architect for thisgarden.inthespring,thewalkwillbecovered with blossoms and the air of sweet fragrance.

a drive court was added in order to formalize the arrival in the front garden by guests and residentsalike.Acurvedretainingwall,sim-ple, clean and understated, demarcates the fieldofgrassandoffersanewhomeforthe sculpture formally located at the end of the original axis (picture on the right).

drive court at the entry of the property; as part of the new design, the Grove court (below) at the front garden replaced the original garden (image above).

Original court at the front of the garden.

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SlEEPy hOllOW RESIdENCEhOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2008-2010

A series of gates, gardens, fences, &wallswere built across this 3.5 acre site with 1920’s fairytale architecture designed by Norman forster.

Thegates&fencesborrowfromthehouse:pegged wood, diagonal patterns, solid wood members,andexpressedbrick.

ThegardensreferenceEnglishcottageflow-ergardens,richinfragrantflowersandleafytextures, meant to inspire the imagination and delight the senses.

Designed in collaboration with Frank Brown iii,rLA&Architecturalhistorian.

Pedestrian gate (left) and drive gate (right).

Garden gate (above).

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Garden gate (above).

SlEEPy hOllOW RESIdENCEhOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCECurTiS&WinDhAmArChiTECTShOUStON, tEXaS 2008-2010

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MISCEllaNEOUS GaRdENShOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCESBaldRIdGE laNdSCaPEhOUStON, tEXaS 2010-2011

Chevy Chase Garden

the entry to a stately 1920s mansion opens up with a clean reordering of the garden.

a direct path to the front door invites guests in and adjacent screening via an evergreen hedge coupled with a white Chippendale fence provides a buffer between cars and people and speaksofthetraditionalarchitecture.

timbers Gardens

a 1950s residence with a 2010 makeoverrequiresaspartangarden.

a spare palette of agaves, boston ivy, evergreen hedges, upright fastigiate sycamores and a plain and simple lawn complement the austere beauty of the house.

ProposedChanges inentrygarden: A revisedentrywalkandante-gardenwithprivacy fenced screen to the side.

Anextremelystarkfaçaderequiredsomelandscapeelementstosoftenthemood:Lush, flat ivy panelswith potted agaves to punctuate the entry, and planting toframe art sculptures in the rear garden.

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MISCEllaNEOUS GaRdENShOUStON, tEXaS - PRIVatE RESIdENCESBaldRIdGE laNdSCaPEhOUStON, tEXaS 2010-2011

kirby Garden

an art collector’s eccentric and pop art stylespeakstothewhimsyandtexturesin this garden.

Sculptural agaves and topiary forms are juxtaposed against the leafy softness of chartreuse and purple potato vine and the rigor of box planters.

Various Gardens

Snapshots of these two gardens show an interest in balance and rhythm, using formal plant cultivars as spacemakers.Ordered lines create a hierarchy of space and various foliage adds depth, color and texture.

a mix of modern and whimsical moves in the garden add delight and texture for this otherwiseconservativelookinghouse.

details such as gate construction and hardware and pottery become the structure of other-wise changing elements: blossoms, annuals, and seasonal color.

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UlI National CompetitionProject Site: East los angeles, California

this ten day competition challenged students to design for East l.a., a predominantly hispanic, industrial area of the city with great potential for infill, redevelopment, creativepartnerships, reinvestment and urban revitalization.

Several factors influenced the finalproposal:

1.The lackofconnectivitybetweenthe typical pedestrian and the physical environment;

2. the discharacterization of the l.a. River and the amazing proximity of downtown;

3. Mariachi Plaza combined with local character and the surrounding antique warehouses provide much interest and an existing climate of street activity that set the stage for a phased redevelopment integrating place,environment&space. Boyle Avenue

First Street

First StreetMission Street

First Street

Alameda Street

place

Balanced Base Flow

Rainwater Gardens

Green Roofs and Terrace Gardens

InfiltrationImproved Water

Quality in Creeks and Rivers

Redesigned Mariachi Plaza Site Plan

Redesigned Mariachi Plaza Section: Courtyard and Housing Tower

Light Rail Boulevards Bikes and PedestriansParti Land Use

Market Rate - 40 Units

Moderate Income - 13 Units

Low Income - 13 Units

Developer Equity - 25%

City of Los Angeles Grant - 5%

Section 108 Loans - 10%

BankDebt - 60%

DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY ASSUMPTIONS

FINANCING

Product Units SF % AVG Rent Rates Vacancy Rent Growth 08dnaL $ PSF

Developer Equity 25%

09.0%001000,6666dehcattAylimaFelgniS $ 5.00% 1.00% Financing Rate 6.1% Blended Rate

City of LA Grant 5%

50.1%0.06006,9304etaRtekraM $ Hard Costs

Section 108 Loans 10%

08.0%0.02002,3131emocnIetaredoM $ 00.001ylimafitluM $ PSF

Bank Debt 60%

55.0%0.02002,3131emocnIwoL $ 00.07liateR $ PSF

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-liateR 71.71%001744,411 $ 7.00% 3.00% 00.58eciffO $ PSF-roolFdnuorG 00.02%35744,06 $ Disposition Date Year 10-erotSyrecorG 00.41%74000,45 $ FS000,1FSFMGVA-eciffO 00.51%001575,91 $ 7.00% 3.00% %7etaRpaCtixE

Selling Commission 4%Operating Exp. Growth 3% Annually

CASH FLOWSYR 0 YR 1 YR 2 YR 9 YR 10

Revenues-ylimafitluM-liateR-eciffO-sesnepxEgnitarepO

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Development Costs (6,609,360) (17,022,856) - --ecirPselaS - - - 39,859,611

Unlevered Cash Flows (6,609,360) (17,022,856) 2,768,572 42,696,167

RETURNS

DETAILED COSTS

%21.9derevelnU-RRI

Land Multifamily Retail Office Plaza Parking Financing Total

%02.11dereveL-RRI

Land 6,609,360 -$ -$ $ -$ -$ - -$ $ 6,609,360$Hard & Soft Costs -$ 7,700,000 505,643,9$ $ 1,941,188$ 795,000$ 4,480,000 -$ $ 24,262,693$Financing Costs -$ - -$ $ -$ -$ -$ 1,271,592$ 1,271,592$

Total 6,609,360$ 7,700,000 505,643,9$ $ 1,941,188$ 795,000$ 4,480,000 295,172,1$ $ 32,143,645$

Development Time Frame months

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347,985913,697136,536509,856888,362

(8,511,428)

(7,623,067)

753,6362,314,888

345,918645,870

2,768,572

761,1722,384,335

356,296665,246

2,836,557

East Los Angeles lies just over two miles from downtown and carries significant potential for urban densification.

The Gold Line extension has provided the city a tremendous opportunity to realize a First Street corridor that connects Little Tokyo, Pico Aliso, and Mariachi Plaza while celebrating and enhancing what distinguishes each of these neighborhoods.

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gap between East and West Los Angeles through the formation of places at major axes of transit and arterial nodes occurring along the First Street corridor. In doing so, we create a hierarchy of street types and densities to bolster a sustainable pattern of development.

The implementation of land use planning in anticipation of new transit stops along the Gold Line is necessary in ensuring appropriate uses and densities. A pedestrian-friendly environment is also sus-tained through alternative modes of transportation, beautiful streetscapes, and an active streetlife. A combination of these elements enhances the livability and economic vitality of each distinct “place.”

Identifying and enhancing the character of each street is crucial. We have classified them as either “green” -- tree-lined, less dense, and faster for cars and bikes -- or “commercial” -- denser, slower, and more conducive to pedestrians.

RIVER BOULEVARD

GREEN

GREEN

COMMERCIAL

COMMERCIAL

South Alameda StreetCenter Street-South Santa Fe Avenue

Kearney Street-South Clarence StreetSouth Boyle Street

Oscar de la Hoya Boulevard new!

The current L.A. River Master Plan provides for piecemeal interventions along the corridor that aim to improve connectivity and local ecology. Due to the scale of this infrastructural feat, localized interventions are necessary for large-scale improvement.

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A Mariachi Plaza wil l includemetro rail stop and extensive transit-oriented development that wil l bring over 100,000 s.f. of commercial and residential uses to the area.

Underground parking wil l alleviate street congestion and encourage pedestrian-friendly areas.

The southwest parcel wil l consist of an urban-scale, 55,000 s.f. grocery store with rooftop parking.

The rail stop is an important opportunity to support civic infrastructure. We recommend that proceeds partially subsidize an adult learning center with internet connectivity and related job services paired with a daycare facil ity.

In cooperation with the LAPD, we advocate that the TOD accommodate a facil ity for bike-based law enforcement to patrol the new river corridor.

The L.A. River floodplain requires specific interventions at several scales throughout the city. We propose systems of:

These systems will reduce the peak flow during floods, lengthen the duration of stormwater release, improve water quality, and beautify the city at street grade.

LOCALIZED INFILTRATIONRAINWATER GARDENSCANOPY CAPTUREVEGETATED FILTER STRIPS

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The “genetic” material for revitalizing East Los Angeles is already latent in the existing block structure. The challenge therefore is to introduce new uses that both compliment and capitalize on existing uses.

Reclaiming and updating the current block morphology - - the “T-head” block with a commercial front and residential spine - - is key to our redevelopment strategy.

Util izing the current block typology and mixed use development provides for a hierarchy of densities that rejuvenates the street character and urban l ife.

City Circulation Isolated Green Space Proposed Connections

Vegetated Filter Strips

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O P ico Aliso presents a unique development opportunity due to the public housing and schools in the area. We propose a density gradient that increases at the river’s terminus, improvments along the river that provide for public space, as well as a community garden located near First Street.

South of First Street wil l be preserved as a l ight industrial zone to maintain job opportunities in this historically industrialneighborhood.

Therefore, we recommend a Phase I approach that revegetates the river bottom and terraces the embankments to create accessible public space. This effort aims to increase the connectivity of the river in conjunction with ongoing projects throughout the area. Other benefits include natural urban habitat and improved air quality.

Pico Aliso is an appropriate place for two urban demonstration projects:

A micro-retail incubation project paired with the rail stop wil l provide the physical plant for small-capital entrepreneurs in the form of permanent or semi-permanent, low-cost infrastructure.

Working with the Los Angeles County Common Ground, we propose an open space dedicated to urban agriculture that uti l izes open space just south of Pueblo del Sol. This land wil l serve as an opportunity for those who had previously gardened at South Central Farms, which was lost to development last year.

Industrial District

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8206

View: Looking West on First Street

South Santa Fe Avenue

South Boyle Street

First Street

Los Angeles River Redevelopment

View: Looking into Redesigned Mariachi Plaza

Community Garden

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Boyle Avenue

First Street

First StreetMission Street

First Street

Alameda Street

place

Balanced Base Flow

Rainwater Gardens

Green Roofs and Terrace Gardens

InfiltrationImproved Water

Quality in Creeks and Rivers

Redesigned Mariachi Plaza Site Plan

Redesigned Mariachi Plaza Section: Courtyard and Housing Tower

Light Rail Boulevards Bikes and PedestriansParti Land Use

Market Rate - 40 Units

Moderate Income - 13 Units

Low Income - 13 Units

Developer Equity - 25%

City of Los Angeles Grant - 5%

Section 108 Loans - 10%

BankDebt - 60%

DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY ASSUMPTIONS

FINANCING

Product Units SF % AVG Rent Rates Vacancy Rent Growth 08dnaL $ PSF

Developer Equity 25%

09.0%001000,6666dehcattAylimaFelgniS $ 5.00% 1.00% Financing Rate 6.1% Blended Rate

City of LA Grant 5%

50.1%0.06006,9304etaRtekraM $ Hard Costs

Section 108 Loans 10%

08.0%0.02002,3131emocnIetaredoM $ 00.001ylimafitluM $ PSF

Bank Debt 60%

55.0%0.02002,3131emocnIwoL $ 00.07liateR $ PSF

%001latoT

-liateR 71.71%001744,411 $ 7.00% 3.00% 00.58eciffO $ PSF-roolFdnuorG 00.02%35744,06 $ Disposition Date Year 10-erotSyrecorG 00.41%74000,45 $ FS000,1FSFMGVA-eciffO 00.51%001575,91 $ 7.00% 3.00% %7etaRpaCtixE

Selling Commission 4%Operating Exp. Growth 3% Annually

CASH FLOWSYR 0 YR 1 YR 2 YR 9 YR 10

Revenues-ylimafitluM-liateR-eciffO-sesnepxEgnitarepO

NOI -

Development Costs (6,609,360) (17,022,856) - --ecirPselaS - - - 39,859,611

Unlevered Cash Flows (6,609,360) (17,022,856) 2,768,572 42,696,167

RETURNS

DETAILED COSTS

%21.9derevelnU-RRI

Land Multifamily Retail Office Plaza Parking Financing Total

%02.11dereveL-RRI

Land 6,609,360 -$ -$ $ -$ -$ - -$ $ 6,609,360$Hard & Soft Costs -$ 7,700,000 505,643,9$ $ 1,941,188$ 795,000$ 4,480,000 -$ $ 24,262,693$Financing Costs -$ - -$ $ -$ -$ -$ 1,271,592$ 1,271,592$

Total 6,609,360$ 7,700,000 505,643,9$ $ 1,941,188$ 795,000$ 4,480,000 295,172,1$ $ 32,143,645$

Development Time Frame months

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-

347,985913,697136,536509,856888,362

(8,511,428)

(7,623,067)

753,6362,314,888

345,918645,870

2,768,572

761,1722,384,335

356,296665,246

2,836,557

East Los Angeles lies just over two miles from downtown and carries significant potential for urban densification.

The Gold Line extension has provided the city a tremendous opportunity to realize a First Street corridor that connects Little Tokyo, Pico Aliso, and Mariachi Plaza while celebrating and enhancing what distinguishes each of these neighborhoods.

yet DISTINCT

CO

NN

ECTE

D

LIN

KIN

G P

EOP

LE A

ND

PLA

CE This project proposes bridging the

gap between East and West Los Angeles through the formation of places at major axes of transit and arterial nodes occurring along the First Street corridor. In doing so, we create a hierarchy of street types and densities to bolster a sustainable pattern of development.

The implementation of land use planning in anticipation of new transit stops along the Gold Line is necessary in ensuring appropriate uses and densities. A pedestrian-friendly environment is also sus-tained through alternative modes of transportation, beautiful streetscapes, and an active streetlife. A combination of these elements enhances the livability and economic vitality of each distinct “place.”

Identifying and enhancing the character of each street is crucial. We have classified them as either “green” -- tree-lined, less dense, and faster for cars and bikes -- or “commercial” -- denser, slower, and more conducive to pedestrians.

RIVER BOULEVARD

GREEN

GREEN

COMMERCIAL

COMMERCIAL

South Alameda StreetCenter Street-South Santa Fe Avenue

Kearney Street-South Clarence StreetSouth Boyle Street

Oscar de la Hoya Boulevard new!

The current L.A. River Master Plan provides for piecemeal interventions along the corridor that aim to improve connectivity and local ecology. Due to the scale of this infrastructural feat, localized interventions are necessary for large-scale improvement.

MAR

IAC

HI

PLAZ

A Mariachi Plaza wil l includemetro rail stop and extensive transit-oriented development that wil l bring over 100,000 s.f. of commercial and residential uses to the area.

Underground parking wil l alleviate street congestion and encourage pedestrian-friendly areas.

The southwest parcel wil l consist of an urban-scale, 55,000 s.f. grocery store with rooftop parking.

The rail stop is an important opportunity to support civic infrastructure. We recommend that proceeds partially subsidize an adult learning center with internet connectivity and related job services paired with a daycare facil ity.

In cooperation with the LAPD, we advocate that the TOD accommodate a facil ity for bike-based law enforcement to patrol the new river corridor.

The L.A. River floodplain requires specific interventions at several scales throughout the city. We propose systems of:

These systems will reduce the peak flow during floods, lengthen the duration of stormwater release, improve water quality, and beautify the city at street grade.

LOCALIZED INFILTRATIONRAINWATER GARDENSCANOPY CAPTUREVEGETATED FILTER STRIPS

STO

RM

WAT

ER

MA

NA

GE

ME

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ESS

ENTI

AL I

NG

RED

IEN

TS

The “genetic” material for revitalizing East Los Angeles is already latent in the existing block structure. The challenge therefore is to introduce new uses that both compliment and capitalize on existing uses.

Reclaiming and updating the current block morphology - - the “T-head” block with a commercial front and residential spine - - is key to our redevelopment strategy.

Util izing the current block typology and mixed use development provides for a hierarchy of densities that rejuvenates the street character and urban l ife.

City Circulation Isolated Green Space Proposed Connections

Vegetated Filter Strips

PIC

O A

LIS

O P ico Aliso presents a unique development opportunity due to the public housing and schools in the area. We propose a density gradient that increases at the river’s terminus, improvments along the river that provide for public space, as well as a community garden located near First Street.

South of First Street wil l be preserved as a l ight industrial zone to maintain job opportunities in this historically industrialneighborhood.

Therefore, we recommend a Phase I approach that revegetates the river bottom and terraces the embankments to create accessible public space. This effort aims to increase the connectivity of the river in conjunction with ongoing projects throughout the area. Other benefits include natural urban habitat and improved air quality.

Pico Aliso is an appropriate place for two urban demonstration projects:

A micro-retail incubation project paired with the rail stop wil l provide the physical plant for small-capital entrepreneurs in the form of permanent or semi-permanent, low-cost infrastructure.

Working with the Los Angeles County Common Ground, we propose an open space dedicated to urban agriculture that uti l izes open space just south of Pueblo del Sol. This land wil l serve as an opportunity for those who had previously gardened at South Central Farms, which was lost to development last year.

Industrial District

82068206

82068206 8206

8206

View: Looking West on First Street

South Santa Fe Avenue

South Boyle Street

First Street

Los Angeles River Redevelopment

View: Looking into Redesigned Mariachi Plaza

Community Garden

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aRtWORkGRaPhItE, WatERCOlOR, COllaGE, aNd PhOtOMONtaGE, 2007-2014.

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aRtWORkGRaPhItE, WatERCOlOR, COllaGE, aNd PhOtOMONtaGE, 2007-2014.

aRtWORkGRaPhItE, WatERCOlOR, MIXEd MatERIalS, 2004-2012.

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aRtWORkWatERCOlOR, PORCElaIN, tERRaCOtta, StONEWaRE, 2004-2014.

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hometown: laredo, texasUniversity: austin, texasResidence: 1996-2007 - austin, texasResidence: Summer 2006 - denver, ColoradoResidence: 2007-2011 - houston, texasResidence: 2011-2014 - São Paulo, Brazil

travels:

United States: texas, New Mexico, arizona, California,utah,Colorado,Alaska,illinois,iowa,nebraska,Louisiana,newYork

americas: Mexico, argentina, BrazilEurope: England, france, Spain, Portugal

2014 portfolio genevieve buentello

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