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HEATHER DELA CRUZSYRACUSE UNIVERSITY DESIGN PORTFOLIO

HEATHER DELA CRUZSYRACUSE UNIVERSITY DESIGN PORTFOLIO

01. URBAN GARDEN Artist Housing+Gallery, Brooklyn, NY Professor Lyn Rice, Visiting Critic

02. THE FOREST Performing Arts School, Brooklyn, NY Professor Brian Li Zhang, Professor of Practice

03. THE JUDICIAL COMPLEX Courthouse, Syracuse, NY Professor Martin Hattasch

04. GOVERNMENT AS LANDSCAPE Governmental Offices & Exhibition Space, Florence, Italy Professor Marissa Tirone

05. INTERIOR, EXTERIOR, & THE INTERMEDIATE Sustainability Superstore, New York, NY In collaboration with Andrew Cardinale Professor Brian Lonsway

06. SURVEY OF ITALIAN ARCHITECTURE Travel Studies and Sketches

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01. URBAN GARDEN Artist Housing+Gallery, Brooklyn, NY Professor Lyn Rice, Visiting Critic

02. THE FOREST Performing Arts School, Brooklyn, NY Professor Brian Li Zhang, Professor of Practice

03. THE JUDICIAL COMPLEX Courthouse, Syracuse, NY Professor Martin Hattasch

04. GOVERNMENT AS LANDSCAPE Governmental Offices & Exhibition Space, Florence, Italy Professor Marissa Tirone

05. INTERIOR, EXTERIOR, & THE INTERMEDIATE Sustainability Superstore, New York, NY In collaboration with Andrew Cardinale Professor Brian Lonsway

06. SURVEY OF ITALIAN ARCHITECTURE Travel Studies and Sketches

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G A R D E NP U B L I C M A R K E T A R T I S T S T U D I O S G A L L E R YG O W A N U S C A N A L , B R O O K L Y N , N E W Y O R K

G A R D E NP U B L I C M A R K E T A R T I S T S T U D I O S G A L L E R YG O W A N U S C A N A L , B R O O K L Y N , N E W Y O R K

The Gowanus canal, filled with pollution and garbage, has been an integral part of the character of the neighborhood that surrounds the powerhouse. The exposure to such pollutants has been affecting not only the sight and smell of the area but has been negatively affecting the health of its residents as well. Because of its current state of contamination and the neighborhood’s absence of green spaces, the former industrial community is in need of a space in which they can relax and enjoy nature as well as experience the process of making art that is so prominent in the community.

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

CONCEPT DIAGRAMS AND INTERIOR OF ENTRANCE INTO COMPLEX

LEFT TO RIGHT: STUDY MODELS AND SITE PLAN

RHINO . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATORMUSEUM BOARD . FOAM CORE

FIRST STREET BASIN

GOWANUS CANAL

STORAGE UNIT

CONSTANTLY POLLUTED, THE CITY HAS BEGAN AN INITIATIVE IN CLEANING UP THE CANAL AND MAKING IT SAFER FOR THE COMMUNITY

CURRENTLY A PARKING LOT, THE FORMER BASIN IS RECONSTRUCTED TO ACCOMODATE A LOADING DOCK

LOCATED DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE SITE, THE STORAGE UNIT BLOCKS DIRECT ACCESS TO THE SITE FROM THE STREET. PATHWAYS THAT FLANK THE UNIT ALLOW FOR PRIVATE AND PUBLIC ACCESS POINTS.

PUBLIC GARDEN & MARKET TO REVITALIZE THE GOWANUS COMMUNITY WHILE MAINTAINING ITS CREATIVE CHARACTER, THE BUILDING PROVIDES HOUSING AND STUDIO SPACES FOR ARTISTS WITH ACCESS TO A GARDEN AND A LOCAL-RUN MARKET WITHIN THE BUILDING

PUBLIC/PEDESTRIAN ACCESS

PRIVATE/VEHICULAR ACCESS

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: NW-SE SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVE, NW ELEVATION, NE ELEVATION, SE ELEVATION, SW ELEVATION

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[3] INTERIOR EVENT SPACE

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[2] ARTIST LIVE-WORK STUDIO

[6] GALLERY SPACE

[7] OFFICE

[5] GARDEN / FARMER’S MARKET

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

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[3] INTERIOR EVENT SPACE

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[2] ARTIST LIVE-WORK STUDIO

[6] GALLERY SPACE

[7] OFFICE

[5] GARDEN / FARMER’S MARKET

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: VIEW OF THIRD FLOOR GALLERY, THIRD FLOOR PLAN, SECOND FLOOR PLAN, GROUND FLOOR PLAN

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

LEFT TO RIGHT: PROGRAM DIAGRAMS AND EXTERIOR VIEW FROM THE GOWANUS CANAL

GALLERY ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

ARTIST LIVE-WORK STUDIOS EVENT SPACE

FABRICATION CIRCULATION

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

F O R E S TR E I N V E N T I N G T H E P E R F O R M I N G A R T SF L U S H I N G , Q U E E N S , N E W Y O R K

F O R E S TR E I N V E N T I N G T H E P E R F O R M I N G A R T SF L U S H I N G , Q U E E N S , N E W Y O R K

Flushing, Queens is a mecca for creativity and hosts artists, musicians, and dancers from the recent revitalization of the arts in the community. While several arts and music programs have been developed throughout the area to promote creative awareness, their venues have minimal street interaction both spatially and visually. This lack of public interaction reduces their ability to promote their cause. The project intention is to create an immersive learning environment by introducing an atypical city condition of a forest, which is created through a series of columns that are placed throughout the building and the site. The columns not only provide spatial intimacy for students but also serve as a visual network of information for the community.

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . PHOTOSHOP

COLUMN LIGHT DIAGRAM AND INTERIOR VIEW OF ATRIUM

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: SITE PLAN, SECOND FLOOR PLAN, THIRD FLOOR PLAN, FOURTH FLOOR PLAN, CONCEPT DIAGRAM

RHINO . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOLEXISTING ART SCHOOLS IN THE AREA LACK SIGNIFICANT ARCHITECTURAL QUALITIES THAT ENTICE THE PUBLIC TO SEE ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE SCHOOL

SIGNAGENORMATIVE SIGNS, OFTEN IN A DIFFERENT LANGUAGE, DO NOT SHOWCASE THE AREA’S PASSION FOR THE ARTS

STREET PRESENCEEXISTING BUILDING DOES NOT ENGAGE THE PUBLIC AND HAS LITTLE TO NO STREET INTERACTION. USERS ARE NOT INCLINDED TO VISIT SITE.

VIEW FROM SOUTH (MAIN ST.)

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: COLUMN DIAGRAM, EXPLODED AXON SHOWING STRUCTURE, PROGRAM DIAGRAMS, STRUCTURE DIAGRAMS, N-S SECTION

RHINO . AUTOCAD . ILLUSTRATOR

C O M P L E XP U B L I C A N D P R I V A T E T H R E S H O L DS Y R A C U S E , N E W Y O R K

C O M P L E XP U B L I C A N D P R I V A T E T H R E S H O L DS Y R A C U S E , N E W Y O R K

Inspired by Civic Institute typology of the the vertical tower and horizontal bubble, such as the UN Headquarters Building in New York City and the existing US Federal Courthouse located directly adjacent to the site, the design consists of vertical and horizontal elements that form a threshold designed for public use. However, unlike the preceding buildings, the site contains restrictions due to its narrow shape that cause the vertical and horizontal typology to be altered. In order to accomodate this restriction, several of the programs that primarily house the public have been extruded horizontally from the vertical slab such as the cafe and the two courtrooms.

WIRE MESH . MUSEUM BOARDRHINO . VRAY . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

CONCEPT MODEL AND EXTERIOR VIEW OF COURTHOUSE

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: PROGRAM AND FORM DIAGRAMS, EXPLODED PLANAR AXON, EXPLODED AXON SHOWING DIFFERENT COMPONENTS OF THE BUILDING, HAND-DRAWN SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVE

Ground Level Condition

Floor Plates

Opaque Vertical Walls

Transparent Vertical Walls

Translucent Vertical Walls

Circulation

Structure

Ground Floor

Third Floor

Fifth Floor

Sixth Floor

CafeDistrict Clerk’s OfficeCourtroomsPrisoner Holding Cell

3 PRIVATE PROGRAMS AROUND PUBLIC CIRCULATION

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VOLUMETRIC BOXES THAT EXTEND FROM THE MAIN BUILDING

Ground Level Condition

Floor Plates

Opaque Vertical Walls

Transparent Vertical Walls

Translucent Vertical Walls

Circulation

Structure

Ground Floor

Third Floor

Fifth Floor

Sixth Floor

CafeDistrict Clerk’s OfficeCourtroomsPrisoner Holding Cell

3 PRIVATE PROGRAMS AROUND PUBLIC CIRCULATION

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VOLUMETRIC BOXES THAT EXTEND FROM THE MAIN BUILDING

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

LEFT TO RIGHT: STUDY MODELS AND EXTERIOR VIEW OF COURTHOUSE

RHINO . V-RAY . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP MUSEUM BOARD . PLEXI GLASS . BASSWOOD . LASER CUTTER

LEFT TO RIGHT: FINAL MODEL AND INTERIOR VIEW OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE THRESHOLD

RHINO . V-RAY . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP MUSEUM BOARD . PLEXI GLASS . BASSWOOD . LASER CUTTER

L A N D S C A P EM A N I P U L A T I N G T H E G R O U N D P L A N EF L O R E N C E , I T A L Y

L A N D S C A P EM A N I P U L A T I N G T H E G R O U N D P L A N EF L O R E N C E , I T A L Y

Using ramped and stepped surfaces as a mode for circulation and viewing, the public has an opportunity to interact with and learn the history of Florence through the Firenze Com’era and the main governmental rooms. The largest governmental meeting room is ironically the room with the most public interaction in which a small observatory terrace and a café protrude through the auditorium as well as the main exit stair and ramp. Through the manipulation of the ground plane, the tilted roof facing the main piazza is accessible as well as an outdoor seating space on the roof of the main wing.

RHINO . MAXWELL RENDER . PHOTOSHOP

SCHEMATIC DESIGN SKETCHES AND INTERIOR VIEW OF GALLERY SHOWCASING HISTORY OF FLORENCE

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: N-S SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVES, INTERIOR VIEW OF STATUARY, SCHEMATIC DESIGN SKETCHES

RHINO . V-RAY . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . INK

RHINO . V-RAY . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD . PHOTOSHOP . INK

LEFT TO RIGHT: EXTERIOR VIEW OF ROOF THEATHER SEATING, SCHEMATIC DESIGN SKETCHES

E X T E R I O R& T H E I N T E R M E D I A T EN E W Y O R K , N E W Y O R K

DESIGN IN COLLABORATION WITH ANDREW CARDINALEALL DRAWINGS AND IMAGES SELF PRODUCED, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

E X T E R I O R& T H E I N T E R M E D I A T EN E W Y O R K , N E W Y O R K

The experience superstore is an emerging type of architectural and business model that serves to engage and create a unique experience for the customer. The project entails a Sustainability Superstore that offers experiences that mirror that of a sustainable lifestyle. Located in a historic retail area in New York City, the site sits on what is currently a Home Depot on 23rd St. The project takes the idea of promoting a sustainable lifestyle to the public by creating a large glass biome that houses vegetation and simulates an outdoor condition. Through mechanical systems employed in the building, the climate can be controlled to be any condition and its extremities. Within the biome exist a structure that resembles that of a modern home. Interchangeable and curated for different architects to showcase different methods of sustainable building, the structure is a model for future homebuilders.

RHINO . VRAY . MAXWELL RENDER . PHOTOSHOP

AXON DIAGRAM SHOWING INTEGRATED STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS, INTERIOR VIEW OF BIOME (IMAGE BY A.CARDINALE)

Program:

1. Roof Biome 11,844 Sqft Mercantile

Classification 197 Occupant Load

2. Vision Room 6,782 Sqft Mercantile Classification 113 Occupant Load

2. Exterior Terrace 452 Sqft

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1. Experience Room Biome 18,1871 Sqft Mercantile Classification 629 Occupant Load

2. Taste Room [Food] Serving Station 1,454 Sqft A-2 Classification 96 Occupant Load

3. Vision Room Seating/Lobby Space 18,1871 Sqft A-2 Classification 629 Occupant Load

4. Model Room Showroom house inside Biome 2,238 Sqft Mercantile Classification 629 Occupant Load

5. Mechanical Room 1,269 Sqft

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LEFT TO RIGHT: BASEMENT PLAN, SECOND FLOOR PLAN, AND BUILDING AXON

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GROUNDEL 0’ - 0”

SECOND LEVELEL 23’ - 0”

THIRD LEVELEL 39’ - 0”

FOURTH LEVELEL 55’ - 0”

FIFTH LEVELEL 67’ - 0”

SIXTH LEVELEL 79’ - 0”

SEVENTH LEVELEL 89’ - 0”

ROOFEL 119’ - 0”

E-W SECTION FACING NORTHScale: 1’ = 1/8”

LEFT TO RIGHT: E-W SECTION PERSPECTIVE AND GROUND FLOOR PLAN

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GROUND FLOOR

LEFT TO RIGHT: VIEW OF BIOME FROM ENTRANCE AND EXPLODED AXON HIGHLIGHTING FIRE SUPPRESSION TECHNIQUES AND EGRESS

RHINO . V-RAY . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

LEVEL SEVENEL 89’-0”

LEVEL SIXEL 79’-0”

LEVEL FIVEEL 67’-0”

ROOFEL 119’-0”

Soil

CMU Wall

Concrete Slab

W 12 x 305

W 12 x 58

Rigid Insulation

Waterproofing Membrane

Double Hung Window

Drainage Layer

Steel Frame Bracing

Cast Iron Facade

Timber Framing

Rigid Insulation

Timber Section

Wood Flooring

Radiant Heating/Cooling

Batt Insulation

Open Web Joist

Sprinkler

Recyled Aluminum Sheet

Drip Edge

Photovoltaic Panels / Hand Rail

Steel Structural Mullion

Air Cooler

Curved Three Point Glass Panel

Arch Truss

Sprinkler (For Rain/ Fog/ Snow)

N-S DETAIL SECTION

LEVEL SEVENEL 89’-0”

LEVEL SIXEL 79’-0”

LEVEL FIVEEL 67’-0”

ROOFEL 119’-0”

Soil

CMU Wall

Concrete Slab

W 12 x 305

W 12 x 58

Rigid Insulation

Waterproofing Membrane

Double Hung Window

Drainage Layer

Steel Frame Bracing

Cast Iron Facade

Timber Framing

Rigid Insulation

Timber Section

Wood Flooring

Radiant Heating/Cooling

Batt Insulation

Open Web Joist

Sprinkler

Recyled Aluminum Sheet

Drip Edge

Photovoltaic Panels / Hand Rail

Steel Structural Mullion

Air Cooler

Curved Three Point Glass Panel

Arch Truss

Sprinkler (For Rain/ Fog/ Snow)

N-S DETAIL SECTION

RHINO . V-RAY . MAXWELL RENDER . AUTOCAD PHOTOSHOP . ILLUSTRATOR

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: AQUAPONIC ROOM (SMELL), DETAILED ROOF/WALL SECTION (DRAWN BY A. CARDINALE), SOUND ROOM, WIND ROOM

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HEATHER DELA CRUZSYRACUSE UNIVERSITY DESIGN PORTFOLIO