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The digital format of my prinited portfolio displaying design work up to January 2012.TRANSCRIPT
Sean Michael DulaDesign Portfolio
Sean Michael Dula
Contents
Yoga Cabin
Materials Research
Urban Garden
Space Brick
Ikebana
Long Meadow Ranch
Daniel Grimm, Architect
Résumé
Representation Model Setting
Architecture
Yoga Cabin
This is the culmination of my third semester in architecture school. The site for the yoga, medita-tion, and guest cabin is a small rural town: Rose-bud, Missouri. I chose a location adjacent to the lake. My project proposes a ~2000 sqft concrete structure that “breaths” off the prevailing winds across the lake, while deterring sunlight with hand-cranked louvers. Through its movement, the build-ing explores the juncture between the forest and the water.
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Dynamic
Static
Meditation
Yoga
Bunks
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Bunk
Bunk
Bunk
Storage+
Mechanical
Meditation Loft
Entry
Bench +
Table
Kitchenette
Storage
Storage
Meditation Loft
YogaStudio
500sqftLower Level
Upper Level
Materials Research
Similar to the curriculum at the Bauhaus, during my second year of school I explored materials: Stone, Wood, & Clay. Stone: Here I expressed how stone forms horizon-tally underneath the Earth’s surface, yet is extract-ed to create vertical structuresWood: For this project I trimmed a log into thin strips, steamed them, and bent them into an or-ganic composition; this is a scale model for a space where the university community can rest or do work outdoorsClay: A prototype for the handle of the yoga cabin entry door
Stone
Stone
Work
Transit
Private
Public
Work
Transit
Rest
Private
Public
Wood
Clay
Clay
Urban Garden
This project was the culmination of my first se-mester at WashU. The proposed site is in a dilapi-dated St. Louis neighborhood where many urban gardens serve as in-fill. I, along with two partners: Jae Yong Lee & Theodore Bazil, created a site plan designating and maximizing the terrain available for gardening. Individually, we created structures that served as potting and storage shelters. My shelter (inspired by a wire model we created prior) captures rainfall and harnesses it for the sustain-able practice of hydroponic gardening.
Space Brick
This project occurred during my first semester as we explored basic design principles. Our task was to make a “brick” that fit within a certain dimension and explored various design concepts. I chose to look into light, shadow, and space. The project is composed of a main spine with dovetail joints that allow four partitions to move and create various spaces and cast shadows.
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Ikebana
As our first project for the third semester, we un-dertook the Japanese art of vegetation arrange-ment. The three component composition, with a complimentary fourth element, represents the Earth, humankind, and the eternal. I chose to rep-resent the Earth with broad gestures, humankind with slender yet extraordinarily complex flowers, and the eternal with tall & delicate grass.
Earth
Human
Eternal
Communication Design
Long Meadow Ranch
As part of my Communication Design minor, this was the final project for my first studio. Our task was to rebrand a current wine. The new modern look appeals to the younger target audience and helps the winery capture much-needed shelf at-tention.
GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) ACCORDING TO THE SURGEON GENERAL, WOMEN SHOULD NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES DURING PREGNANCY BECAUSE OF THE RISK OF BIRTH DEFECTS. (2) CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE A CAR OR OPERATE MACHINERY, AND MAY CAUSE HEALTH PROBLEMS.
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Dan Grimm, Architect
During my NCARB IDP internship under Dan Grimm, AIA ICC, I had the opportunity to work on the rebranding of his practice in Louisville, KY. Sev-eral iterations of the logo are presented here; how-ever, the identity has yet to be fully established at this time.
daniel grimm
Sean Michael Dula
6985 Snow Way DriveCampus Box 7216St. Louis Missouri 63130
859.699.1671
seandula.com
EducationWashington University, BS Arch (3.8 gpa) - St. Louis, MO 2010-2014Trinity High School (4.0 gpa) - Louisville, KY 2006-2010
Professional ExperienceWashington University in St. Louis Architecture School Council 2011-2012President Served as the primary representative for the architecture student body, re-structured and organized annual philanthropic dance for university community, maintained significant budget ($29,000+), and advocated for various student concerns in discussions with administration
Daniel Grimm, Architect - Louisville, KY 2011Architectural Intern Developed computer and hand-drawn renderings for residential and commercial projects, collaborated with principal architect to create design solutions for client’s needs, and engaged in many aspects of running a small architecture office Kentuckiana Pool Management - Louisville, KY 2007-2011Manager of Pool Operations Wolf Creek Swim Team - Louisville, KY 2010Assistant Swim Coach
Distinctions & Honors Danforth Scholar, Washington University in St. Louis Ranked 3 of 372 graduates, Trinity High School Class of 2010Kentucky Governors School for the Arts, 2009
Leadership & ServiceThurtene Carnival Design Chair, Beta Theta Pi Fraternity 2011-2012Group Leader, Catholic Student Center’s FreshmenFive Initiative 2011-2012
Sean Michael DulaDesign Portfolio