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The following pages highlight the wide range of project types to which I was introduced during my undergraduate and graduate studies. During the five-year professional degree I completed at BSU in Muncie, IN, I acquired skills in site, neighborhood, regional and urban design. Courses in hand and computer graphics, engineering, plants, and natural systems also contributed to my design skills and interest in sustainable development. Inspired by opportunities to study abroad, such as in Porto Alegre, Brazil’s architecture program at PUC-RS, I decided to further my studies by pursuing a master’s degree in Urban Development Planning at UCL. This course of study focused on development policy, as well as planning and management in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

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Bal l State Universi ty (BSU)Pont i f íc ia Universidade Catól ica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUC-RS)Universi ty Col lege London (UCL)

Stepping through the symbolic riverbed creates a ceremonial entrance into the Hanging

Gardens of Babylon. Ruble and eroding foundation slowly begin to replace ancient form.

Yet, just as the water disappears, cascades announce visitors’ arrival into a majestic scene

where foreign plants and floating planes create a living paradise.

Location: Moonville, IN

Size: 140’ x 140’

Year: 2007

Skills: Planting design,

Planting schedule,

Illustration


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Site Plan: The design employs different materials and patterns to create three distinct

instances within the garden: The Processional Way (southern edge), The Ruins (western

edge), and The Oasis (northeastern corner). Water not only serves as a unifying

element, but also builds experience as it encourages visitors to stroll, play and reflect.

These images

illustrate the

visitors’ passage

through the

garden -

from the

colonnade

that lines the

processional

way (top),

through the

scattered ruins

(middle) and

into the oasis

(bottom).

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Planting Plan: The design in Antique Oasis uses a primarily native palette with specimens

like the central date palm creating a sense of authenticity. The use of edible blueberry

plants, such as those found in the northeast corner, also represent the traditional use of

fruit trees in ancient paradise gardens.

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As part of the third year engineering course, the project below reflects the assignment

to locate a residence and design a sustainable drainage system to capture runoff. Other

projects focused on construction detailing and packaging (see images left), as well as

waterflow calculations and pipe design.

t e c h n i c a l R e s o u r c e f u l R e s i d e n c e

Location: Muncie, IN

Size: ≈ 1 Acre

Year: 2008

Skills: AutoCAD, Drafting, Grading,

Construction details


N O R T H

High School

Community Center

Affordable Housing (spread throughout)

Residential Area

Covered Parking

LEED-ND: Pre-Certification Estimate: 106 points or

platinum

Education Center and Memorial

Parking Garage

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Location: Bainbridge Island, WA

Size: 14 Acres

Year: 2008

Skills: Neighborhood deisgn,

Model building, LEED-ND

Surrounded by the Olympic Mountains, lush forests, and Puget Sound, Bainbridge Island,

Washington is endowed with natural wonders. Koi Village, a 14-acre low impact development

situated just north of the island’s center, is carefully integrated into its impressive

surroundings. While retaining 25% open space, the design includes 122 residential units,

a community and nature center, and over 21,000 square feet of commercial space. Linking

these elements together are a set of principles inspired by the island’s beauty, culture and

rich, but complicated, history.

1) Strength: as shown by the Japanese landowner Sonoji Sakai, who honorably returned to

invest in the community even after being forced into a World War II internment camp.

2) Perseverance: as portrayed by symbolic Japanese Koi fish, whose colorful journey

upstream embodies the idea of continuance in the face of adversity.

3) Harmony: in reference to Japanese principles and the need to establish balance

between human and natural communities to ensure longevity.

The use of double fronts ensures

that residents can maintain

a strong relationship to their

natural surroundings.

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Educational Paths, Trails and Overlooks:

The ADA accessible circulation system includes a path that extends

around the ridge’s edge linking residential areas with the natural and

commercial districts. The design incorporates educational features

throughout and ensures that all residents can enjoy a respective

standard of living and quality of life.

Gathering Spaces and Community Gardens:

Beyond the Sakai Community Center, designed space near houses

and in nature areas is provided for resident gatherings. The centrally

located community gardens also serve as mechanism to encourage

resident interaction and build knowledge about sustainable practices.

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ADA - Americans with Disabilities Act outlining technical

requirements for accessibility to buildings and facilities.

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Model Building: A series of study

models facilitated the site design

by making clear the impact of

topographical features. The

land’s natural shape most directly

influenced a water collection

system and the orientation of site

structures.


The East Central Indiana Development Analysis (ECI-DA) seeks to identify suitable

locations for age-restricted (70 years and older) independent living retirement

communities in the counties of Hamilton (A), Madison (B), Delaware (C), Marion

(D), and Hancock (E). This mission was based on several criteria including

environmental sustainability, resident wellbeing, and quality of life. For each,

specific goals and objectives, reflective of design standards and senior/retirement

living trends, were identified.

I. Achieve environmental sustainability by utilizing Leadership in Energy and

Environmental Design for Neighborhood Development (Leed-ND) goals:

A. Use previously developed sites

B. Avoid floodplains

C. Avoid wetlands

D. Protect water bodies

II. Promote wellbeing by providing convenient access to health care:

A. Choose sites within one mile of emergency health care

III. Enrich life by choosing sites near neighborhood assets:

A. Identify sites within one mile of a university

B. Choose areas within 1/4 mile of a golf course

C. Choose areas within 1/4 mile of a public park

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Location: East Central IN

Size: 5 Counties

Year: 2009

Skills: Regional design, GIS

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Flow Chart I 13

SIMPLE SUITABILITYI Waterbodies

Like wetlands, waterbodies are valuable natural features that provide recreational opportunities, support wildlife habitat and encourage healthy ecological systems. While developers are often drawn to waterbodies, in order to protect these resources, retirement communities cannot be located within the 100 foot buffer outlined by LEED-ND. Figure S-8 demonstrates this restriction portraying any areas within this buffer zone as not suitable, and all other areas as highly suitable (representing90.20%ofthelandcover).Whilethemapcloselyresemblesfloodplainsandwetlands,the data does include important water resources not represented by the others. This becomes especiallyimportantwhentheproject’sfinalRetirement Community Alternatives are derived, allowing areas that serve multiple uses (both waterbodies and wetlands) to gain increased importance.

W A T E R B O D I E S

BufferedWaterbodies

WaterbodySuitability

Reclassify(3, 0)

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Waterbody Suitability

WetlandSuitability

FloodplainSuitability

Gap/Land Use

A L T E R N A T I V E B: Weighted Suitability

BufferedWaterbodiesWetlandsFloodplains

Gaps in Watershed(Representing

Land Use)

Reclassify (3, 0)

Reclassify (3, 0)

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Public Park Suitability

Golf Course Suitability

Education Suitability

Hospital Suitability

Weighted Suitability

ALTERNATIVE B I Retirement Community Weighted Suitability: Education, Floodplain, Land Use & Hospital Emphases

Reflectingrecenttrendsinseniorlivingdemands,Alternative B assigns extra importance to four of the eight simple suitability maps. In order to emphasize the importanceofhighereducation,floodplainavoidance,appropriate land use, and hospital proximity, the following mathematical equation was derived: [(Gap/ Land Use Suitability)(2)] + [(Floodplain Suitability)(5)] + Wetland Suitability+ Waterbody Suitability + [(Hospital Suitability)(2)] + [(Education Suitability)(10)] + Golf Course Suitability + Public Park Suitability = Weighted Suitability

As the equation shows, proximity to universities (or Education Suitability) is given the highest level of importance followed by Hospital and Floodplain Suitability, Gap/ Land Use Suitability, and the remaining layers. The maponpage32providesavisualrepresentationofthissuitability analysis.

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Buffered Public Parks

Buffered Golf Courses

BufferedUniversities

Buffered Hospitals

Reclassify (3, 2, 1, 0)




WeightedAddition

A series of flow charts

(like those shown

here) and GIS mapping

exercises (see pg. 14)

were used to determine

the most suitable areas in

the region.

A L T E R N A T I V E B : Weighted Suitability


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Figure E-2

FigureE-2displaystheeighttopicspecificsuitabilitymapssidebyside.Whengivenequalweights,overlaidandanalyzedthemapinFigureE-3iscreated.TheRetirementCommunityEqualEmphasisSuitabilityMapnowclearlyidentifiesfiveareasofhighsuitability(representing38.81%ofthelandcover)withthelargestareaconcentratedaround the city of Indianapolis. Anderson, Muncie, Kokomo, and Marion follow, representing other areas of high suitability for retirement community locations in the northern portion of the region. Interestingly, when the maps are combined a high percentageofmoderatelysuitableareasisformed(representing43.12%oflowcover).Low and unsuitable areas, which mainly respond to environmental concerns, comprise, respectivelyonly17.98%and.03%ofthelandcover.

Education Floodplain

Retirement Community Equally Emphasized Individual Topic Suitability Maps

Wetland Waterbody

Hospital Gap Golf Public Park

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Figure E-3Retirement Community Equal Emphasis Suitability

Waterbody

Public Park

Land Cover Suitability No.........................03%Low......................17.98%Moderate.............43.12%High.....................38.81%


Figure W-3 Retirement Community Weighted Suitability

Land Cover Suitability No........................7.14%Low......................47.43%Moderate.............32.12%High.....................13.30%

Waterbody

Public Park

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Simple suitability maps like those on

page 14 can be combined to create an

Equal Emphasis Suitability Map (left).

Notice that adjusting the importance

of individual maps can also create

what is known as a Weighted

Suitability Map (above). In both, areas

near Indianapolis, Anderson, Muncie,

Kokomo and Marion appear most

suitable. In the weighted scenario,

however, highly suitable land is more

concentrated representing just 13% of

the overall area.

The Muncie-Main Framework Plan (see diagrams on page 17) seeks to build upon

ongoing downtown improvements to create a dense, integrated urban space. A

newly formed civic area acts as the central link for the social and mixed-use corridor.

Conceptually and visually, art expressed through murals, site amenities, and local

exhibitions further connects the site to the local culture and history. Finally, the

Framework Plan addresses physical linkages for pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles to

create a safe, efficient and dynamic system.

The Main Street Redevelopment employs the framework’s principles in a nine city

block focus area. The concept of staging becomes central at this scale, where the road’s

design as an art thoroughfare is intended to connect visitors and residents to the area’s

boutiques, theaters, parks and restaurants, all along creating opportunities to interact,

play and perform.


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Location: Muncie, IN

Size: 9 City blocks

Year: 2010

Skills: Urban design, Density

studies, Material selection

Figure-Ground: Figure -

before and after proposed

development

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Framework Diagrams:

1. Pedestrian connections (red) with

art space (yellow)

2. Bike lanes (green) and alley

connections (red)

3. Open space

Library

Hotel

Arts Center

Art Commun ity

Workshop

Gallery

Bus Station, Cafe and Bike Storage

E. Main St.

E. Washington St.

E. Jackson St.

Parking Garage

CivicTheatre

Black BoxTheatre

Designed Pedestrian Walks and Alleys

Connected Parking

Restaurant andApartments

Main StreetRedevelopment N O R T H


The Central Park, linking Main Street’s historic buildings with

the library, becomes a prominent avenue for pedestrians

and an ideal event space.

Each design feature, like the water collection

pond shown here, went through several

iterations.

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New stores, galleries, theatres, and

public spaces will keep visitors and

residents busy year-round.

Staging: The images above demonstrate how landscape

design can intrigue visitors and encourage specific behaviors.

A sculpted stool and upturned hat, for example, can

encourage street performers to stop and entertain.

Permeable Pavers

Bicycle Racks

Bioswale (Collects roof &

street run-off)

Permeable GrassPavers

Outdoor Seating

Glass Pavers

Sculpted Wayfinding

Main & Walnut St. Corner Close-Up


An Exploration and Application of Strategies for the

Improvement of Porto Alegre’s Vila Nossa Senhora de Fátima (Vila Fátima)

Project Summary: Porto Alegre, Brazil is a city of great inequality, where pockets of

extreme poverty and exclusion can be found alongside gated communities of the rich.

The Vila Fátima Master Plan responds by establishing an improvement program based

on a critical analysis of the social, economic and environmental processes acting within

and beyond this informal settlement. Principles of social justice, participation, and

sustainability inform designs for a community hub, circulation network and waterway.

Design Process: Following in-depth research on renewal strategies for informal

settlements, a series of site visits, interviews, and data collection defined the inventory

stage of the design process. Site density, form, circulation, building condition,

vegetation, hydrologic patterns, and resident characteristics such as occupation,

education, and ability were among the areas explored.

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Location: Porto Alegre, Brazil

Size: 22 ha

Year: 2011

Skills: Research, Community

design, Architecture, Language

Porto Alegre,

Rio Grande do Sul

Brazil

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Community Hub

Streetscape

Watercourse

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Secondary

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Commercial and Entertainment District

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Site Analysis: An analysis of social

and physical site conditions inform the

design. The diagram above depicts the

following site characteristics from top

to bottom: built structures, hydrology,

and topography.

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Concept: A tether is that which fastens, strengthens and secures.

In Vila Fátima, tethers are diverse people, places and programs.

In the context of this project, they are the healthy public spaces

and active community places that improve quality of life and

create opportunities for current and future residents. Despite

overlaps, these tethers are presented in the social, economic

and environmental categories entitled Play, Build and Sustain.

The soccer field (left), despite its poor

condition, is a shared and respected

location within the community.

Throughout the day, diverse residents

can be found sitting, talking, playing

and passing through the site.

The Streetscape: The improvement of circulation throughout the site is fundamental to positive growth. Renaming

roads, installing a coherent wayfinding system, and simplifying traffic along the main streets all contribute to a

safe and healthy environment. Street trees and bioswales lining the main avenue also address sustainability by

encouraging the infiltration of storm water and adding shade.

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The Hub: The Community Hub is an active place where economic, educational, and recreational opportunities

abound. New public spaces and programs spiral outward from the soccer field attracting residents of all ages. Design

implementation, as shown in Phase 1 and 2 (left), is envisioned in stages where the community plays a central role in

the site’s design, construction and maintenance.

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The Watercourse: This design reestablishes a waterway buffer while improving housing, circulation and

environmental conditions for 45 families. Better storm drainage and water quality along with a trail, community

gathering spaces surrounded by native plants and fruit trees, exercise equipment and a playground combine to

benefit residents.

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Residential Design: As part

of the studio course at

PUC-RS, interdisciplinary

teams of three students

explored architectural

housing solutions. The

strength of our proposal lies

in its adaptability and use of

sustainable materials.

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Individual Housing Type

25 sq. m. Unit Footprint

Alternatives: Rather than one option,

the master plan highlights several

alternatives and guidelines to contribute

to community-driven upgrading. Beyond

participatory methods, the guidelines

encourage the use of incremental

design, creation of future investment

opportunities, support of vertical

growth, allowance of parking and/

or commercial activities, and use of

sustainable materials.


The transformative potential of the Baan Mankong Collective Housing Programme

in Bangkok, Thailand was examined during the course of this project. In order to do

so, our group of ten students was tasked with designing a three-month study. The

research, which began in London with a literature review, was complemented by 15

intensive days in the field. During these days, participatory exercises, interviews and

meetings with associated officials were held to deepen our understanding of the

programme and those actors involved. Following analysis of the data, a set of strategic

recommendations was developed.

Overall, the project highlighted the many challenges of pursuing socially just change in

a fast-paced and profit-driven political economy like that of Bangkok. However, at the

same time, the study’s findings suggested that under the right conditions (i.e. strong

incentive, knowledge sharing, political will, etc.), the Baan Mankong Programme offers

the necessary momentum to bring about pockets of spatial justice. In just nine years

it has already touched some 91,986 households in Thailand (CODI, 2011). In Bangkok,

however, unaddressed structural limitations and the challenge of maintaining long-term

momentum continue to restrict the programme’s growth. Fortunately, the way in which

Baan Mankong centralizes learning, continuously adapts, reflects the interests of the

local people, and builds trust between actors suggests great transformative potential at

and beyond the city-scale.

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Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Size: City-scale

Year: 2012

Skills: Field research (participatory

methods), Interviews, Data

analysis, Reporting, Team work

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Step 1: Desk-based Data Collection

The project’s first task involved desk-based research to gain a preliminary understanding

of the political economy in Bangkok, the Baan Mankong Programme, and the various

actors involved in the process. The adjacent image depicts those actors and the types of

relationships that exist between each.

Step 2: Defining Transformation

Determining the program’s potential required establishing a clear definition of

transformation early on. Based on an extensive review of literature, our group

determined that Transformative Spatial Justice (T) could best be understood as a

three-fold process where empowered urban citizens 1) negotiate with government,

private sector and civil society actors for their rights to appropriate space, 2) collectively

influence the production of space to sustainably meet their needs and 3) build agency

through reflexive learning.

Step 3: Preliminary Strategies & Field Work Plan

Prior to visiting the field, our team was also tasked with developing a set of strategies

based on a preliminary review of opportunities and constraints within the Baan

Mankong Programme. The diagram shows how the three strategies - to enhance

vertical linkages, pursue legal recognition of the Right to the City, and diversify financial

resources - interconnect and relate to the criteria for transformative spatial justice.

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Collating information from so many sites proved challenging. However, after sorting data and analyzing conditions based on spatial

and temporal themes, commonalities began to emerge. These findings suggested that 1) an imminent threat of eviction was required

to spur collective action, 2) the existing emphasis on learning is a strong asset and opportunity and 3) some groups were excluded and

participation withinin the program varied significantly. Based on this new information a revised strategy set to expand political space for

the urban poor of Bangkok was developed. The strategies include building and maintaining relationships, increasing the use of finance

and technology, and developing a national charter in preparation for future opportunities to challenge structural and legal limitations.

Step 4: Fieldwork

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with government officials, related

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During the summer before my fourth year of studies at BSU I was hired by REA as an intern. The relationship I built with the firm allowed me to maintain a flexible part-time schedule, even as my studies resumed. Over the year and a half that I was employed with REA, I was given diverse tasks. Beyond helping with university and downtown revitalization plans, I also worked on construction drawings for current office projects and created presentation materials for client meeetings. On the followings pages are the three projects with which I was most deeply involved.

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My first assignment while working with REA required that I work independently with

the Indianapolis Children’s Bureau, a nonprofit agency dedicated to family and child

services. My involvement with the organization was centered on a program called Pro

100; a program responsible for funding a summer internship “that provides work and

learning experiences for economically disadvantaged teens.” Teachers from the city’s

public schools worked as coaches, helping the teens plant new gardens and maintain

the landscapes at ten schools and two community centers.

My role primarily involved designing the gardens, managing the project budget, and

teaching the students and coaches about implementation practices and the profession

of landscape architecture. I was also responsible for coordinating efforts between the

firm with which I was working, the Children’s Bureau staff, the Pro 100 teams and the

school administrators.

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Location: Indianapolis, IN

Size: Varied

Year: 2009, 2010

Skills: Project coordination,

Teaching, Planting design and

implementation

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Students working hard to

clear overgrown areas and

implement the planting

design on the grounds of

Elder W. Diggs Elementary

School (2010).


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Location: Rapid City, SD

Size: .69 Acre (150’ x 200’)

Year: 2009 - 2011

Skills: 3-D Modeling

Main Street Square, located in downtown Rapid City, South Dakota, is an urban

space designed for year-round activities and events. The lively park setting with

an interactive water feature and stage for summer concerts transforms into an

ice-skating rink during winter months. At all times, the area’s history, culture and

geography are celebrated and reflected by the design.

My role in this project was to support the lead designers by constructing a 3-D

SketchUp model to illustrate the ideas as they emerged. As the project progressed,

the model went through several iterations until the site design was refined and

accepted by the principals and clients. Beyond a design aid, the model also served

as a base upon which the firm’s consultants could produce standard marketing

materials.

The images from left to right

show the project’s evolution

from a design vision to a

completed project (source:

http://www.reasite.com/projects/

main-street-square/).

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The boulders lining the park

are reflective of the state’s

rich geographical features.

Local artists will later carve

these stones, further rooting

the project in place.


Upon receiving a grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA)

in 2010, the City of Alexandria commissioned The Alexandria Revitalization Plan.

As the lead firm, REA was responsible for organizing consultants and compiling a

comprehensive planning report. Focused on downtown revitalization, the plan builds

momentum for ongoing city projects by directing improvements towards four main focus

areas: streetscape and infrastructure enhancements (see plan right), gateway location

and identification, facade restoration, and strategies for attracting new development.

Initially, my role was focused on gathering data and preparing GIS maps for site analysis

and community meetings. As the project moved forward, I became involved with design

(gateways, signage, and banners). In the final stage, I also took on the responsibility of

compiling the 172 page report and contributing to REA’s written section.

Location: Alexandria, IN

Size: 9 Square blocks

Year: 2010

Skills: Community meetings,

Consultant coordination, City

planning, Report development

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GIS was used to structure

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at a variety of scales.

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The program at BSU emphasized the importance of visual communication. During the five-year course, I was introduced to a variety of mediums and encouraged to explore new ways of illustrating ideas. The following pages show a short collection of my work.

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Art Room: Ink on Mylar, 24” x 36”

Wind and Water Perspective: Ink with Colored Pencils

and Marker on Mylar, 18” x 24”

Night Perspective: Ink with Colored Pencils and Marker

on Trace Paper, 18” x 24”

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Ouro Preto: Pastels on Board, 10” x 20”

Portrait: Graphite on Paper, 18” x 24”

Richmond Groves: Watercolor on Paper, 24” x 36”

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1st Annual Links Trust Golf Outingplace: The Players Club Golf Course- Yorktown, INtime: 9:00am registration, 10:00am start

The Ball State University Student Chapter of ASLA is co-sponsoring the 1st Annual Links Trust Golf Outing, an 18-hole golf scramble. The proceeds from the event will help to establish a small Foundation account for a small scholarship and other support for students interested in golf course landscape architecture. Contact Mike or Jonathan at [email protected] for more information.

BSU Celebrates Frederick Law Olmsted’s Birthdayplace: Gallery, College of Architecture and Planning, BSU- Muncie, INtime: 3:00pm

Purdue Celebrates Frederick Law Olmsted’s Birthdayplace: Horticulture Building- West Lafayette, INtime: 4:30pm

CAP Exhibit: Indianapolis Cultural Trailplace: AB Gallery, College of Architecture and Planning, BSU – Muncie, INtime: 4:30-6:00pm

“Walkable Communities”Dan Burden, Executive Director, Walkable Communities, Inc.place: Learning Center Auditorium, Columbus, INtime: Reception 5:00-6:00pm; Lecture 6:30-8:30pm

“Contemporary Parks: Productive and Seductive” Jane Amidon, Assistant Professor, The Ohio State UniversityPlace: AB 100, College of Architecture and Planning, BSU – Muncie, INTime: 4:00-5:00pm

“The Architecture of Nature: A Talk by Maya Lin” Maya Lin, Architect & Artistplace: Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA) – Indianapolis, INtime: 7:00pm

On-Site Project Review: Indianapolis Museum of Artplace: 4000 Michigan Road- Indianapolis, INtime: 12:00-3:00pmAn on-site tour and discussion will be presented by Browning Day Mullins Dierdorf.

On-Site Project Review: Demming Park Playgroundplace: Deming Park Playground– Terre Haute, INtime: 12:00- 3:00pmAn on-site tour and discussion will be presented by Context, Inc.

On-Site Project Review: Openings Wetland Mitigation Projectplace: 14921 Hand Road- Fort Wayne, INtime: 12:00- 3:00pm tentativelyAn on-site tour and discussion will be presented by Earth Source, Inc.

For more information on these events please contact Chris Marlow at [email protected]. Additional information will also be available in the April issue of News and Notes.

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INASLA’S NLAM EVENT SCHEDULE

“ The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected that the demand for landscape architecture services will grow by an astonishing 16 percent by the year 2016- making our profession the fastest growing of all the design professions.”

the statistics:

Perry Howard, FASLAASLA President

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Park Design: Adobe Photoshop

Seattle Framework Plan: Adobe Illustrator

INASLA Brochure Design: Adobe Illustrator

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Celebrate the Indiana Chapter of the ASLA

Arbor Day Tree Planting place: Mill Race ParkColumbus, Indianatime: 9:30 am to 11:30 amINASLA and the City of Columbus are sponsoring the in annual Arbor Day Tree Planting program. The event promotes the profession and teaches children the benefits of tree planting.

Race for the Cure Eventplace: IUPUI CampusDowntown Indianapolistime: 9:00 am INASLA is participating in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure event. The event supports an important cause, while promoting landscape architec-ture and healthy living design.

Continuing Education place: Various locationstime: 11:30 pm to 1:00 pmINASLA is hosting a series of lunch time chats throughout the month of April. The lunch time chats, held at CAP:IC, will count towards continuing education credits. Lunch is provided for the participants.

Student Award Juriesplace: Ball State Universitytime: BSU event April 5thEach year Indiana members are invited to attend either the Purdue or Ball State student award juries. The process allows members to get involved with the selection of student Merit and Honor award recipients.

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“Our continuing and underlying philosophy is to be responsible stewards of the land. This approach provides us the ability to accomplish the objectives of development in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Earth Source and Heartland Restoration Services, we strive to: explore creative solutions for each new challenge, achieve project goals on schedule, meet budget criteria, respond to the needs of our clients, and complete each task with integrity.

Student Site Tours place: Downtown Indianapolistime: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pmStudents from Ball State and Purdue will have the opportunity to interact with professionals during site tours. The students will be invited to several locations to discuss the design process with projects’ designers.

INASLA CAP: IC Open houseplace: CAP Indy Center, Downtown Indianapolis time: 1:00 pm to 8:30 pmINASLA is hosting an open house at the CAP Indianapolis Center. The AIA 150th celebration is also taking place and will feature an continuing educa-tion events and keynote speakers.

Afternoon at the Pacersplace: Conseco FieldhouseDowntown Indianapolistime: 3:30 pm tip-offINASLA is hosting an afternoon with the Pacers during the New Jersey Nets game. INASLA will be featured on the big screen during the game and members can shoot free throws.

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Brochure Design: The above mailer design was chosen as ‘Best Design’ and used

by the Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects in 2008.

(Composed in Adobe Illustrator)


Sketching is an important part of

experiencing place, understanding

design and reflecting. I frequently

return to my sketchbooks for ideas and

inspiration.

F i e l d S k e t c h e s

Deane Rundell Principal, RLA, ASLA

REA

[email protected]

Rundell Ernstberger Associates, LLC

315 South Jefferson Street

Muncie, Indiana 47305 USA

01.765.747.9737

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F i e l d S k e t c h e s R e f e r e n c e s

Yves Cabannes Chair of the Bartlett Development

Planning Unit, UCL

[email protected]

Development Planning Unit

University College London

34 Tavistock Square

London WC1H 9EZ, UK

44.20.7679 1111

Malcolm Cairns Professor of Landscape Architecture

BSU

[email protected]

College of Architecture and Planning

Architecture Building (AB), Room 104

Ball State University

Muncie, IN 47306 USA

01.765.285.1982

a n s h e m o e l @ b s u m a i l . n e t

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