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What architect so noble... as he who, with far-reaching conception of beauty, in designing power, sketches the outlines, writes the colors, becomes the builder and directs the shadows of a picture so great that Nature shall be employed upon it for generations, before the work he arranged for her shall realize his intentions.Frederick Law Olmsted
Rotary TrailDowntown RevitalizationPinson ParkGreystone Country ClubCahaba River BluewayCommunity Master PlanDavis Wade Stadium Entrance
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Rotary TrailBirmingham,Alabama
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Project Description:In September of 2012, The City of Birmingham and The Birmingham Rotary Club selected Goodwyn Mills and Cawood to develop a linear site known as “The Cut”, for the club’s Centennial Project. This site was once part of the railroad network that runs through the city.
After being abandoned several decades ago, the site became an eyesore of grafiti and trash which the homeless soon occupied. After many years in its state of decline, designers around the city began to realize its actual potential. Many times, proposals for the site gained support only to fail, primarily due to lack of funding. This time however, the help of goverment funds and strong additional financial support from the Birmingham Rotary Club, a vision for what is now being called, Rotary Trail, is coming to fruition.
While serving mostly as a passive park servicing a larger trail network, Rotary Trail presents concepts derived from Birminham’s historic character. Elements representing the city’s steel industry, Civil Rights heritage, and natural features only found around this city, are integrated into the overall design.
Rotary Trail 20th Street Gateway, derived from historic city sign of the old train station
View above shows the small gateway to the trail from Richard Arrington Boulevard. The plan above shows the relationship of where the gateway is along the trail.
Master Plan
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The 23rd Street Amphitheater offers a place to sit as well as the opportunity for small performances ,perfect for street festivals.
The Eastern Terrace serves as a great place to relax in the shade on Lungo Mare seating elements.
Site Analysis Map
Downtown RevitalizationArab,Alabama
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Project Description:After experiencing a significant amount of damage in the widespread tornado outbreak on April 27, 2011, the small town of Arab began the process of rebuilding. During that process, the town felt that a new plan to revitalize their downtown was necessary. The planned addition of a new bypass from the Department of Transportaion also provided a spark to move quickly with a plan for revitalization.
The master plan proposes the development of three districts (Commercial District, Warehouse District, Main Street District). With the division of districts outlined, a moratorium on development was passed to prevent some already problematic building owners from altering their property.
Although the plan does not propose a significant amount of new buildings, it does call for the improvement of existing buildings and meeting of an outlined code. The plan also suggests streetscape enhancements that would allow for more walkability as well as more public spaces such as the Downtown Green for more activity in the core of the town.
Proposed Elevation, East Side of Main Street
Arab Downtown Green
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Main Street Building Frontage Section
Master Plan
Site Hydrology Model
Site Analysis Map
Typical Main Street Cross Section
Pinson ParkPinson,Alabama
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Project Description:On the outskirts of Birmingham, the small bedroom community of Pinson recently proposed the construction of a park to their officials. In the summer of 2012, a schematic design was initiated to provide the citizens of Pinson a glimpse of all they desired in their own park.
Once the schematic plan was completed, Goodwyn Mills and Cawood presented the proposal to the town hall. The project is currently transitioning into the Construction Documentation phase which is projected to be completed in the spring of 2013. Site contruction is expected to begin in the fall of 2013.
Some of the elements featured include:• Amphitheater• Disc Golf Course• Splash Pad• Playground• Constucted Wetland• Dog Park• Nature Trails
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Proposed Amphitheater and Pavilion Structure Proposed Splash Pad and Event Center
Gateway Entrance Concept
Greystone Country Club Event TerraceBirmingham, Alabama
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Project Description:In October of 2012, Goowyn Mills and Cawood collaborated with the members of Greystone Country Club to develop an event terrace for their clubhouse. Over the past several years, an increased demand for weddings and other events on the property have risen significantly. With views of the pristine golf course, gentle stream, and the nearby mountain, it comes as no suprise that the demand for this space is growing.
In order to make the space function properly, some fine grading was necessary. Due to its existing slope and the amount of space needed for weddings, some fill material was required.
During the process of design it was determined that the character of the proposed structures such as the two arbors as well as the terrace walls, should be consistent with the stonework of the Clubhouse. Terminating the view from the entry to the space, a simple but elegant fountain ties the space together and provides a gentle noise of trickling water.
View of entry structure and retaining wall View of courtyard from balcony View of courtyard from fountain
Site plan
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Wall and fountain section detail
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CommunityMaster PlanBrewton,Alabama
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Project Description:The small mill town of Brewton, Alabama has faced many of the same problems that most small towns across america face during tough economic times, however, Brewton is left with a problem created when it was first settled and became a town. The same creeks that helped build the town are now slowly destroying the town.
Long before flood plain mitigation this town was founded on Burnt Corn Creek and Murder Creek and grew as a hub for the timber industry. Over time, the two creeks began flooding more and more often and with more verocity. Currently, most of the downtown area is within the 100 year flood plain, meaning that no new buildings can be constructed even after existing buildings have been destroyed by flooding.
The team of planners and landscape architects at Goodwyn Mills & Cawood developed strategies to revitalize the economy and aesthetic appeal of the small town. Some of the strategies include:
• Expand Burnt Corn Park• Plant street trees • Improve housing conditions• Provide crosswalks• Canoe trail and outfitter service• Connect Alco neighborhood
with downtown Brewton
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St. Joseph Avenue facades
Mural depicting Brewton’s timber heritage
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Cahaba RiverBlueway Cahaba RiverAlabama
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Project Description:The Cahaba River Blueway is a comprehensive river trail project developed to improve the overall experience of the Cahaba River, one of Alabama’s most precious natural features. Through a partnership with the Nature Conservancy in Alabama, Alabama Innovation Engine, Freshwater Land Trust, and Cahaba River Society, the river will be developed into a blueway that will benefit recreational canoeists, kayakers, fishermen, birders, swimmers, etc. of all ages and races. The plan for this extensive project outlines several goals and objectives to be achieved over the course of several years.
The project’s early stages consisted primarily of gathering research and educating the public. Cases studies provided a large part of educating the public, which allowed stakeholders to see that something of this magnitude is possible in Alabama. Maps were also developed to depict the significant relationships between access points and surrounding communities where other activites might take place.
The project is currently in the funding acquisition stage and will move forward into access point design standards over the next several months.
AL Rivers Highligthing Cahaba River Watershed
AL Population Density Map By Census Tract Blueway Access Points Map
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Alabama Species Fish Species: 300
Mussel Species: 180
Snail Species: 175
Plant Species: 4000
Cahaba River Watershed: 1870 sq mi
Cahaba River: 194 miles
Fish Species: 131 44%
Mussel Species: 42 23%
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Aerial view of the site on game day
Site plan for Davis Wade Stadium players entrance
photo by Mississippi State UniversityGrants Mill Access Point Contextual Analysis
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A large part of this project involved marketing and branding the Blueway for Alabama residents to connect with. Working with University of Alabama at Birmingham graphic design students, we developed a series of identifying concepts.
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The Blueway’s purpose is to improve the overall experience of the Cahaba River. Kayaking and conoeing are two of the best ways to experience this river.
New walking trails along and near the river are being proposed to add other activities along the river.
In the process of development, existing canoe launches will be replaced or improved to allow for easier river access. Many launches like this one are experiencing severe erosion.
Davis Wade StadiumPlayers EntranceMississippi State University
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Project Description:During the summer of 2009, the Mississippi State University Athletic Department requested a new entry to the football stadium locker room.
Working closely with a contractor and civil engineer, we were able to develop a plan that met the needs of the the football team as well as alumni and university officials.
The design is comprised of materials that are consistent with campus standards and plant materials that are native to the area.
Early schematic sketch of proposed design
Site grading & drainage Hardscape implementation View of entrance to M-Club Building
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MSU players take the field Aerial view of the site on game day
Site plan for Davis Wade Stadium players entrance
photo by Mississippi State University photo by Mississippi State University
Make big plans; aim high in hope and work, remembering that a noble, logical diagram once recorded will not die.Daniel Burnham
A c a d e m i cHistoric Park Master PlanDisaster RecoveryDowntown Revitalization
Historic ParkMaster PlanOld Cahawba, Alabama
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Project Description:Once called the capital of Alabama, the ghost town of Cahawba, rests in its growing historic landscape slowly withering and becoming part of the land again. Located just outside the city of Selma at the confluence of the Alabama and Cahaba rivers, Cahawba is seeing a growth of assets and opportunities primarily through recreational activity.
Approached by the Alabama Historical Commission with the desire for a master plan, the Auburn University Urban Studio developed a plan through an assets-based planning methodology. Analysis diagrams were created to illustrate those opportunities. From that list a set of ordering concepts were developed to guide the master plan. Concepts include:
• Enhance the park’s notoriety as a historic destination while generating appeal to recreational markets.
• Provide amenities such as lodging and campgrounds to experience the site in a different way.
• Embrace the relic and natural landscapes through design, preservation, and education.
• Improve the methods of circulation and how people move through the site.
Regional Analysis
Site Analysis Diagram
Land District Maps of Old Cahawba, 1817
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Ruins of Crocheron family mansion
Castle Morgan prison chimney ruins Concept Diagram Academic20
Historic ParkMaster Plan Old Cahawba, Alabama
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Project Description:The master plan for this site was developed with the sense of relic and natural features that were to be handled with care but required some enhancements to improve the experience of the average visitor.
One of the main issues presented with this project was circulation through the site. In order to maintain control of movement and create interpretive experiences, the plan re-integrates the town’s historic grid pattern as both a functional street network and as a landscape feature. Most of the development consists of streets which are primarily for pedestrians. Vehicular access is limited to prevent further impact on the sensitive archaeological areas on site, most notably at the original town center.
To help improve Cahawba’s identity as a destination, amenities such as lodging and an outfitter were developed to draw interest from user groups that typically have not visited the site. New canoe launches were also proposed to appeal to some of these same audiences.
Old Cahawba Overall Master Plan
Sign at Highway 22 entrance
Park entry area enlarged plan
Elevation of Visitor Center area along Capitol Street thoroughfare
View of story-telling area and Capitol Street thoroughfare looking east
View of Capitol Street pedestrian thoroughfare and Visitor Center looking east
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Schematic examples of proposed lodging
Historic ParkMaster Plan Old Cahawba, Alabama
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Project Description:The original town center was another area of focus in the development of the master plan. Because of the area’s sensitivity, a higher amount of detail was necessary to ensure that particular sites would be highlighted but not negatively affected by development.
To keep maintenance costs down, design elements would be constructed using low-impact materials and practices. Elements such as the boardwalks and dock are designed to float so that flood-damage is less frequent and costly. Paving should also be constructed to withstand the impact of flooding as it is the most destructive force on this site. Preventative measures such as flood walls may also be necessary in the future
Relic interpretive sign
Relic wayfinding sign
Vehicular direction signHistoric town center enlarged plan
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Section through Capitol Street at historic town center
Natural interpretive sign
View of Vine Street Plaza looking East on Capitol Street
Natural wayfinding sign Schematic section perspective of Alabama River bluff floating boardwalk
Historic ParkMaster Plan Old Cahawba, Alabama
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Project Description:To characterize what the experience of Cahawba may be like, many drawings were created to simply gain an understanding of these historical spaces and how people move to or through them. Most of the newly developed spaces such as the Vine-Capitol Plaza are representative of Cahawba’s story of “Rise, Decline, and Renewal”. In order to create a strong space for people to interpret, the designer must put themselves in that space and begin drawing.
Detail sketch of Plaza steps and seatingEnlarged plan of Capitol and Vine Street Plaza
View of Vine Street Plaza looking East on Capitol Street
View of Crocheron family mansion ruins looking SouthEnlarged plan of Crocheron Columns site
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Disaster RecoveryCordova, Alabama
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Project Description:In the aftermath of the April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak, the town of Cordova was in dire need of assistance in the planning phase of recovery. The plan not only called for recovery, but also for resiliency. As a class project in coordination with the Urban Studio, different areas of the town where the best opportunities for development were outlined and assigned to each student. One of the greatest opportunities rested on the site of the Indian Head Mill, adjacent to the downtown and once served as the beating heart of the city. This project incorporates in-depth analysis of the city and its history as well as a master plan for the development of the Indian Head Mill site.
Damaged store in downtown Cordova Downtown Cordova six months after the tornado
Image of property adjacent to site taken shortly after the stormphoto by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
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Elevation of proposed industrial building
Indian Head Mill Site Master Plan
Proposed park lounge in old mill structure
Downtown Revitalization Sumner, Mississippi
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Project Description:Located in the rich delta land of Mississippi, lies a very small but historical town called Sumner. This town was the site of my Senior Capstone project. This revitalization project focused on the small downtown area of approximately 20.5 acres. The town is known foremost by its role in one of the most important events in the American Civil Rights Movement, the Emmett Till murder trial in August of 1955.
Through conducting site analysis, data was taken to gain a better understanding of the town’s history, infrastructure, architecture, ecology, and economy. After a thorough inventory of the site a summary analysis was developed to show the primary issues that should be addressed in the site master plan.
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Town of Sumner
Project SiteShell of burned building
Emmit Till, 1955 Tallahatchie County Courthouse, 1955
Historic Delta Inn
Context & Land Use Map
photo by Maude Schuyler Clay
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Site Hydrology Model
Site Analysis Map
Downtown Revitalization Sumner, Mississippi
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Project Description:Because of Sumner’s unique history and heritage, a concept was developed that drove the form and function of the overall design. The concept; “Cherish the Past, Embrace the Future”, was molded out of the need for the town to remember its past as well as look ahead to the future and welcome new and innovative ideas that could make the town a better place to live in.
Part of the goal to draw more people to the town required more new development of buildings and plazas while preserving the historical structures which provides the town a little more excitement and sense of place. Program Elements Include: • Mixed Use Buildings• Commercial Buildings• Multi-Family Housing• Single Family Housing• Plazas• Community Garden• Bayou Greenway
Downtown Sumner Master Plan
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8'25'-1"8'
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2'-4"
4'2'
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Gravel Infiltration Trench
Proposed Deciduous Tree
Permeable BrickPaver Sidewalk
Stretcher Course Pattern
Seat Wall
Planter
3'-2"
8"
2'-6"
1'-6"
3'
4"4"
312"
8"
8"2'-4"
8"
4'-8" 8"1' 1'-612"
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8"8"
1'6"
3"
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4'
Proposed Deciduous Tree
Permeable Pavers
Sand Base Material
Gravel Base Material
Grade Level Soil Material
Tree Rootball
Sand Base Material
4500psi ConcreteRetaining Wall
4500psi Concrete Footing
#6 Steel Rebar@ 5" o.c.
Compacted SubgradeGravel Infiltration Trench
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1'-7"
1"2"
1'
3"3" 6"
1'-5"
4"
1"2'-6"
212"
3"3"
612"
412"
312"
1'
4000psi Concrete Steps
#4 Steel Rebar@ 5" o.c.
Brick Masonry Unit
Compacted Sub-grade
2'x2' Bluestone Tiles
Sand Base Material
Gravel Base Material
66'-912"
38'-312"
3'
28'-2"
R47'-4"
R45'-10"
Permeable BrickPaver Sidewalk
6" Concrete BorderAround Overlook
8" Concrete Band
Concrete Steps up toBayou Overlook
3'x3' Stone Masonry Column
2'x2' Bluestone Tile Paving
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Walnut Street elevation looking East
Terraced planter plan view
Terraced planter section detailWestern entry to town square8'25'-1"8'
3'
6'-8"
1'-6" 8"
2'-4"
4'2'
2'
4"
8" 8"
Gravel Infiltration Trench
Proposed Deciduous Tree
Permeable BrickPaver Sidewalk
Stretcher Course Pattern
Seat Wall
Planter
3'-2"
8"
2'-6"
1'-6"
3'
4"4"
312"
8"
8"2'-4"
8"
4'-8" 8"1' 1'-612"
412"
8"8"
1'6"
3"
3"
5"
4'
Proposed Deciduous Tree
Permeable Pavers
Sand Base Material
Gravel Base Material
Grade Level Soil Material
Tree Rootball
Sand Base Material
4500psi ConcreteRetaining Wall
4500psi Concrete Footing
#6 Steel Rebar@ 5" o.c.
Compacted SubgradeGravel Infiltration Trench
6"
1'-7"
1"2"
1'
3"3" 6"
1'-5"
4"
1"2'-6"
212"
3"3"
612"
412"
312"
1'
4000psi Concrete Steps
#4 Steel Rebar@ 5" o.c.
Brick Masonry Unit
Compacted Sub-grade
2'x2' Bluestone Tiles
Sand Base Material
Gravel Base Material
66'-912"
38'-312"
3'
28'-2"
R47'-4"
R45'-10"
Permeable BrickPaver Sidewalk
6" Concrete BorderAround Overlook
8" Concrete Band
Concrete Steps up toBayou Overlook
3'x3' Stone Masonry Column
2'x2' Bluestone Tile Paving
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Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not. Ralph Waldo Emerson
T r a v e l & S k e t c h e sPiazza Mattei - Urban Space StudyItalian SketchesMiscellaneous Sketches
Piazza Mattei
City of Rome
Il Vittoriano
Piazza Navona
RomanForum
Colosseum
Piazza MatteiUrban Space StudyRome, Italy
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Project Description:During the Community Planning Study Abroad Program in Rome, Italy, the students were asked to choose a small urban space and perform an in-depth analysis according to the ideals of William H. Whyte. Through this study students were able to gain a better understanding of how these spaces were formed, how they function, and what makes them successful or unsuccessful spaces. Conducting this study involved extensive on-site observations and interaction with the people of this great city.
Piazza Mattei, present dayTortoise Fountain designed by Giocomo della Porta
Italy
Travel & Sketches36
Circulation diagram
Solar study
Seating study
Italian Sketches
Travel & Sketches37
Project Description:Over the past several years, I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to travel to different countries and learn about their cultures and environments. Most of what I have studied during my travels are urban environments and what makes them successful or unsuccessful. While traveling to these places I have used those opportunities to improve my skills sketching and using different media. Drawing is one of my favorite hobbies, and a skill that I take pride in which I strive to improve everyday.
Roofing detail & Tight curve - Trevi, Italy Church courtyard - Rome, Italy
Private courtyard wall & detail - Cevara di Roma, Italy
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Italian clarinet man - Rome, Italy
Miscellaneous Sketches
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Project Description:Living in a city like Birmingham, it is easy to find interesting things to sketch. Typically, I find myself drawn to some of the great buildings of this city’s core. As an “urban sketcher”, I do my best to record the city in my sketchbook and attempt to catch the action as I see it.
One of the best places in Birmingham to capture the city and its inhabitants, is the newly constructed Railroad Park in downtown. There are so many interesting spaces and people that I find something new to sketch every time I visit. I am fortunate to have been a part of the firm, Macknally Land Design, which was on the design team for Railroad Park. Knowing a little about how the park was designed and built helps me understand more about peoples’ attraction to it.
View of the city from Railroad Park - Birmingham, Alabama Sloss Furnaces - Birmingham, Alabama
Charlamagne Records of Five Points - Birmingham, Alabama
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Regions Park - Birmingham, Alabama
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