sudeshna's portfolio 2014
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INDIVIDUAL EXPLORATIONS
3159 ECR135 Kellogg Stcolumbia place mixed usecars DB19000 thayer avenueAddisonhampden hill townhouse renovation
casa aguadastockholm urban designthesis: women’s centerwall of honor
3159 ECR mIXED USESet in Palo Alto, in between downtown and mountain View, this mixed use project is first of it’s kind on El Camino Real. Under the supervision of a Project Archi-tect, each designer had their designated areas that was developed overtime. Key factors were consultant co-ordination (particularly structure, landscape and mEP for my assigned areas). The different mixed occupancy was a great introduction of CBC for fire rating and exit requirements.
fERgUS gARBER yOUNg ARChITECTSCLIENT: TARLTON PROPERTIES
LOCATION: PALO ALTO, CAPROjECT TyPE:
mIXED USE (m, B, A-2, A-3, S2, R2, PARKINg)PROjECT INVOLVEmENT:
ARB PRESENTATION - VIDEO & SITE COORDINATION WITh LAND-SCAPE ARChITECTS. PERmIT PhASE- RESEARCh & DEVELOP OCCU-
PANCy & fIRE SAfETy, STAIR/ELEVATORS, WALL ASSEmBLIESCODE: CBC 2010 AND 2010 CALgREEN
TOTAL BUILDINg AREA: 74,122 Sf
site plan
el camino & portage corner
Using traditional, simple aesthetics, the collaborative process between client and fgy gave me insight on building methodology specific to Northern California, and to City of Palo Alto. I was involved in the design development, permit and CD set development process. having hands on experience with developing a project in various phases has been invaluable. The level of attention and detail gave me insight on how to create quality, high end work. The high collaborative process between the architect, client, city and consultants gave me great skills in research, coordination, client relations and a better understanding of wood con-struction methodology. I worked
fergus garber young ArchitectsClient: Chien LiuProject location:
Palo Alto, CAProject type:
R-2 Occupancy, construction type VBBuilding Completion:
Under ConstructionSize: 6337 sq. ft (floor area)
Applicable Code: 2010 CBC, CRC R106.1.1 (Palo Alto),
Title 24 energy code
LIU RESIDENCE
section a-1
COLUmBIA PLACE BUILDINg 2 AND TOWNSSet in the revitalization district of Arlington (city located a few miles from Washington, D.C.), Columbia Place Building two had to adhere to local form Based Code.During the process, beside developing the town homes and mixed use building, the project had to address making the street life more active, with welcoming entrances, bike racks and street presence.
W.C.RALSTON ARChITECTSCLIENT: gOSNELL
LOCATION: ARLINgTON, VAPROjECT TyPE:
mIXED USE (m, A-2, A-3, S2, R2, PARKINg)COLUmBIA PIKE REVITALIZATION INITIATIVE
PROjECT INVOLVEmENT: SITE ZONINg RESEARCh, SITE PLAN, BIm mODELINg, CD DRAWINgS, APT. UNIT, CANOPy,
ELEVATOR, BIKE ROOm DESIgN/DETAIL, CODE RESEARCh (ADA, LOCAL fORm BASED CODE
AND WALL ASSEmBLIES)
site plan
privacy fencing
CARS DB1The client requested a feasibility study of mixed use project in the revitalization district of Arlington. Work-ing closely with Arlington Counting Planning officials, I incorporated the local form Based Code (fBC) into the site design. furthermore, my research on the fBC led to a modern interpretation of the building facade.
W.C.RALSTON ARChITECTSCLIENT: CARS DB1
LOCATION: ARLINgTON, VAPROjECT TyPE:
mIXED USE (R2, R3, RETAIL WITh PARKINg)COLUmBIA PIKE REVITALIZATION INITIATIVE
PROjECT INVOLVEmENT:SITE ZONINg RESEARCh, SITE PLAN, BUILDINg CODE
RESEARCh & SChEmATIC DESIgN
site plan
900 ThAyER AVENUELocated in Silver Spring, mD, this mixed unit building explores exte-rior composition use of materials. In addition, the client requested a cost effective utilization of space. The site location is set in an up and coming neighborhood, with close access to transit and other amenities.
W. C. RALSTON ARChITECTSCLIENT: CARS DB1
LOCATION: ARLINgTON, VAPROjECT TyPE:
mIXED USE (R2, R3, RETAIL WITh PARKINg)COLUmBIA PIKE REVITALIZATION INITIATIVE
PROjECT INVOLVEmENT:SITE ZONINg RESEARCh, SITE PLAN, BUILDINg
SChEmATIC DESIgN
mATERIAL STUDy
Combining historical Charm with modern, airy plans is the driving concept behind this charming home in Virginia. Spatial interplay is inherent in the rooms flowing into each other, yet maintaining privacy necessary for family of any size. Outdoor-indoor space lets the inhabitants connect with nature without sacrificing luxury and comfort.my role was to develop the conceptual ideas using BIm (Revit), coordinate roof structure with engineers, help with material boards, problem solve challenges on site and research appropriate detailing (proportions of trims/cornice/column based of classical concepts).
Architect: Warren C. Ralston, AIAClient: Integrity homes
Project location:South Riding, VA
Project type: Luxury development
(farm Community)Building Completion:
fall 2012Size: 3000 sq. ft
section
WILLOWSfORD: ADDISON
color board options
hAmPDEN hILLhampden hill is set a few blocks away from main street of the hampden neighborhood in Baltimore, mD.The client wanted a hometown feeling in an urban setting, so decisions were made using those two pa-rameters. Traditional detailing is paired with modern luxury in a very limited amount of space.I took part in the construction documentation phase with a lot of involvement/interaction with the client during the construction phase.
ARChITECT: jEREmy KARgONCLIENT: PRELLER PROPERTIES
BUILDINg LOCATION:920 W. UNIVERSITy PARKWAy
BALTImORE, mD 21210NEIghBORhOOD: ROLAND PARK
PROjECT TyPE: RESIDENTIAL
(NEW CONSTRUCTION)BUILDINg COmPLETION:
SUmmER 2008
north facaden.t.s
The renovation consisted of 1st floor addition to the backyard and expanding to a third level. The design’s focus was on the light well articulating the stairway as a sculptural element than just a mean of egress.The renovation also included a roof deck, brick exterior cladding, and upgrading interior finishes & lighting. Close interaction and collaboration with Project engineer and contractor was key to design success and structural solutions of this house.
TOWNhOUSE RENOVATION
LEVEL 3ADDITION
ArchITEcT: WILLIAm chANcLIENT: mrs. chEN
BuILDINg LOcATION:2727 FAIT AVE
BALTImOrE, mDNEIghBOrhOOD: cANTON
PrOjEcT TyPE: TOWNhOusErENOVATION
BuILDINg cOmPLETION: FALL 2010
CASA AgUADA A hyDROLOgICAL hOSTEL COmPETITION
Casa Aguada’s approach to ecological design solution recognizes the impact water had on mayan civilization. The hostel inherently utilizes and celebrates an ancient aguada on Tikal’s site for both functional and design purposes. The form it self responds to importance of water as an element, as well as incorporating local materials. Water from adjacent aguada is used for cooling and toilets, with possibility of further water treatments. The museum’s mayan hydrology exhibit will look directly over to one of the reservoirs that made the civilization possible, hence paying tribute to the site’s rich history. The limestone “spinal” structure that runs through core of the building acts as a support, entrance, cooling cistern and lookout tower.
The research project objective is to tie in the Kungsholmen area to the existing neighborhood by adding more street activity utilizing sustainable technology. Stitching the area together will be done by utilizing the space underneathan existing highway to add commercial venues and public gathering spots to support existing establishments. methods for design strategy will utilize established urban design theory and current initiatives by the Swedish municipalities.
URBAN hAVEN IN STOCKhOLm
ThESIS: BEA gADDy CENTERA WOmEN’S mUSEUm AND EmPOWERmENT CENTER
The Center will provide the available resources and knowledge to be more accessible to the females of Baltimore while celebrating accomplishmentof females from past and present.It will serve as a central location for referrals relating to women’s issues pertaining to family life, health, education and career. The combination of exhibit and resource center makes this project unique and vital to Baltimore.
CLIENTS:The maryland Women’sheritage Center(mWhC)
Baltimore Coalition of Women’sEmpowerment (BCWE)
PROgRAm:
Circulation:total: 7350 sq ft
zone 1.Educational: -hall of fames for Unsung heroines -Resource Center/meeting Space/Interactive space - Visual Arts Exhibits (permanent and visiting collection) -Oral history center -Theater/ Performance Center -Conference and training rooms/ Computer lab/workshopTotal percentage: 40%.Total: 9800 sq ft
zone 2ANon-Educational: - gift shop - Break room - Spa/cafe - Reference room - Public spaces (Theater, performancecenter, lobby)Total Percentage: 30%Total: 7350 sq ftZone 2B -Offices -Staff loungeTotal Percentage: 15%Total: 3675 sq ft
zone 3Service - Restrooms - mechanical room - Loading - Storage (some climate control) - Elevators - ParkingPercentage: 15%Total: 3675 sq ft
TOTAL PERCENTAgE: 130%
east-west building section
The minority Veterans of Onondaga County in Upstate New york wanted a memorial to commemorate the World War II Veterans, who were never properly honored at the time (early 2000s). The location was to be on the lobby of the On Center in Syracuse, Ny. During a class competition in 2003, my design concept to honor names and the spirit of the veterans was selected.
WALL Of hONOR
WALL mATERIAL:gRANITE
ENgRAVINg mEThOD:LASER
ChALLENgES: BUDgET, TImE, INfORmATIONAL STRATEgy AND STRUCTURAL
ARChITECT fORPROjECT mANAgEmENT:
ThE CRISSEy ARChITECTURALgROUP,
SyRACUSE, NyOPENINg CEREmONy: 2005