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M A T T H E W A . S P I N N E RMASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE 2014 CANDIDATE

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Statement of Or ig ina l i ty

Des ign Ph i losophy

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This portfolio belongs to Matthew A. Spinner. Do not

copy without permission. Some of the samples within

this portfolio are the property of the organization, or

persons, whose name appears on the document.

Permission from each has been granted for the product

to be used as documentation of my work.

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YMy designs have the ability not only to adjust to

their surrounding context, but also stand out from

the rest of the neighborhood context—a signature

characteristic of true organic architecture. In our

current society, we have hit a tipping point for the

amount of developed land that already exists.

The sites that we build on have been tampered by

human hands, a history which needs to be taken into

consideration when designing. Whether the site is

in a rural landscape with untouched land, or in an

urban context with no remaining traces of nature,

the need to transplant the landscape helps to revert

us to our natural existence; Tapping into this innate

and natural state of being is the key to good design.

Keeping in tune with this idea of the natural

state of existence, my selection of natural building

materials is based on both site location and

regionalism. My designs always hold deeper

meaning than what is visually apparent, rooted in

addressing the social, cultural, and political issues

that plague our societies at both the local, and,

more importantly, the global scale. Over time,

what happens in one corner of our world will affect

something on the opposite side of the world; this

new way of thinking needs to be embraced as we

enter into a time period of fragile human existence.

One way that I address this is by focusing on

designing architecture that balances the energy

equation, transforming his architecture into a

living object that breathes, hydrates, and absorbs

its nutrients from its immediate surroundings.

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BECOMING A SOUNDUNDERSTANDING + ORGANIZING SPACEUNDERSTANDING + ORGANIZING SPACEBECOMING A SOUND

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Amphitheater Model

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ORDERING + ORGANIZING

S Y M M E T R Y H I E R A R C H Y R H T H Y M

Alvar Aalto - Vuoksenniska Church 1958

Graphical analysis of the floor plan, using six

ordering and organizing principles of architectural

design, helps emphasize the strong analogical,

plan-to-section relationship and the rhthym

created by the interior spaces. Inspired ordering

principles were then adapted to the transformation

of the initial paper model into a second

model that reflected the captured principles.

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A X I S P R O P O R T I O N D A T U M

Source: http://archinect.com/blogs/gallery/47316398/12/lakelands-finland-east Source: http://www.danda.be/gallery/vuoksenniska_church/9/

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Original Conditions First Transformation

Final Transformation

Final Entry Condition

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An entry system was created using four different

operational principles. Circulation through spaces

and around elements was also a consideration

during design. The new entry condition was then

constructed with the same architectural language

engaged in earlier in the quarter ’s design process.

ENTRY

Second Transformation Third Transformation

Approach to Entrrance

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After thorough conceptualization of base

designs, a final design was chosen that

was directly based off the geometry of the

BASE PLANEbuilding both in plan view and section view. It

was then constructed from layers of foam core and

wrapped in bristol board.

First Design Second Design Final Design

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One must try to design a thing in order to find out what the thing is. - Tim Woods 15

The intent of this project was to

design space first and then to assign

an identity to that space. Designing

without a given architectural

program helped solidify the

foundation of design principles used

throughout an architect’s career.

This design approach also allowed

for the discovery and exploration

of individual architectural styles.

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DISCOVERING PLACESAVANNAH MARITIME-RELIC MUSEUM18

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Connecting path and place to one another is

fundamental in architectural design. The path can

influence the place, creating a specific feelings

before entering the space. Place can also inform

the path, giving bearing for future progression

through the space.

PATH + PLACE

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Diagramming the procession through the

pathways allows for better understanding of how

the phenomena of arrival, compress and release,

elevational change, and lighting influence spatial

perception and understanding.

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SITE + CONTEXTSite context and program requirements direct

the development of a building and how it fits into

its surrounding context. The location of the site

and the program schedule need to be addressed

together during design development, in order to

produce a building that is specific to the site and

needed function. Analysis of a site also helps to

inform the programmatic layout of different spaces

based on their functions, while fulfilling all ADA

requirements necessary for all occupants.

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CONCEPTThis museum is meant to educate the people

of Savannah, GA by showcasing the remaining

ship relic and becoming the regional epicenter

for early 19th century maritime history. This was

accomplished by focusing on elements of the ship

that could be functionally portrayed throughout

the new building design. The idea of sail, sails,

sailing, flight, and movement were captured

through modeling and sketching.

Source: http://www.dipity.com/tickr/Flickr_wreck/

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Sketch of Sail Concept

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Model of Sail Concept

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First Floor Ground Floor

Second Floor

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PROGRAM + CIRCULATIONIt was a challenge to properly weave an organized

program with functional circulation due of the vast

array of different elements of the program along

with necessary fire egress and ADA requirements.

The rule of thirds was used to separate public

from private and semi-private space and the

elevator shaft acts as the main mast of circulation

throughout the building.

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Cirulation Diagram

Circulation M

odelSpatial Adjacency Diagram

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South Elevation

East-West Section North-South Section

East Elevation

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Rooftop Terrace

North Elevation

Conference Room Interior View from Montgomery Street

First Flloor Elevator and Relic Overlook

View from Factor’s Walk

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Building Model built at 1/8” = 1’ - 0”

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OASIS URBAINEPARISIAN MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION HUB32

Architectural Studio III: Amanda Krazckowsky

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33Rendering by Amanda Krazckowsky Collaborative Studio Project with SEMAPA

Interior Design Studio IV: Michelle KuvinkaArchitectural Fundamentals III: Matthew A. Spinner

SEMAPA Representative: Gilles du Mont-Marin

34Photo series taken by Brad Nobbe

Form I Form II

STRUCTURE OF MOVEMENTTwo different forms were created by analyzing the

movement of the approach and throwing of a javelin.

Main pivotal points of the body were connected

creating a wire frame from which multiple forms

can be taken from. These forms reflect how the

body moves through three-dimensional space.

The structure of movement can also be reflected

in other ways and strategies. Studying other

forms of architecture that reflect movement and

flight helps reinforce new ideas for successful

designs. These case studies also display how

to reflect program and function through the form

of the building.

TGV Station Satolas (Lyon Airport Station)Santiago Calatrava1989 - 1994Satolas-et-Bonce, France

This TGV station is located in Satolas, France, just East of the city of Lyon and its intended func-tion is to connect the TGV’s high-speed train network to the Lyon Airport, also located in Satolas. A competition was orga-nized by the Rhone-Alpes Region and Lyon Chamber of Commerce and Industry, that called for a design that would enable smooth passenger flow, while at the same time symbolizing a “gateway to the region.”

Location: Satolas, France approx. 15km east of Lyon.Client: Rhone-Alpes Regional Government and SNCFDesign Architect: Santiago CalatravaDate Project Started: 1989Date Completed: 1994Floor Space: 18, 375 sq. ft. 5,600 sq. mClimatic Data: Temp: July AVG: 21 C (70 F) Jan. AVG: 2 C (36 F) Rain: H. Oct. 83 mm (3.26 in) L. Jan. 38 mm (1.5 in) Wind: Avg. 14.5 - 19.3 km/h (9 - 12 mph) Humidity: Morn. Avg. 86% Eve. Avg. 60 %

The sketches to the right are from the early developmental stages of Calatrava’s design. The left one is of his concept of mass and void through the medium of two-dimensional sculpture and the right one is a refined sketch that explores structural form and how it can relate to stereotomic and tectonic skin systems.

Source: Jodidio, Philip, Calatrava: Santiago Calatrava, Complete Works 1979 - 2009. Taschen: Los Angeles.

Project Scope

35Structural Case Study

Photos takens by Matthew A. Spinner. Model produced by SEMAPA.Photos takens by Matthew A. Spinner. Model produced by SEMAPA.36

SITE ANALYSISWith a site located in the 13th Arrondissement of

Paris, initial site history, context, and scale were

crucial to first steps in design. Taking advantage

of the regions’ seasons and the lack of communal

greenspace in the neighborhood would become

important aspects that influence the final design

of the transportation hub.

Paris Climate Analysis

• ParishasaWesternEuropeanOceanicClimateandisaffectedbytheNorthAtlanticCurrent

Winter: • Sunshineisscarce• Colddays(abovefreezingataround7degrees

Celsius)• Nightfrostsandheavysnowfallisnotuncommon

Spring: • Milddays,coolnights• WarmandCooltemperatures• Frequentspringshowers

Summer: • Warmtemperatures• Fairamountofsunshine• Minimalrainfall

Autumn: • Changingandunstabletemperatures

Corrin Turner, Franchesca Barba, Alvaro Gutierrez, and Sabrina Richter

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Vegetation Private Green Spaces Public Green Spaces

Diagrams produced by various studio groups

Paris, France

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Renderings by Amanda Krazckowsky

BUILDING PROGRAMThe main function of the our design was to properly

house the station platforms for the proposed light-

rail system that would encompass the greater circle

of Paris, bus system drop-offs, taxi stands, and entry

to the Parisian Metro system. A secondary function

of space became aware when our team realized the

implementation of the potential addition of another

massive steel and concrete structure into the context

of this neighborhood. We needed to celebrate this

opening in the urban grid by allowing the community

to use this space to gather in. Inspired by the markets

of Apt, France, designing of an outdoor space and

market kiosks became crucial in translating this idea.

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Charette Sketches by Matthew A. Spinner

DESIGNING STRUCTURE

Having a background education in the field of

engineering, allowed for precision designing

of the structural system for the entrance to the

transportation hub. Tubular-steel truss design was

used along with glass fenestration and live-growth

exterior skin system to come together to help

emphasize the idea of community greenspace.

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Structural Rendering by Amanda Krazckowsky

Structural Grid for Front Entry

Support Column

Truss A

Truss B

Avenue de France

Truss C

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Support Column Base Support Column Truss Designs

Truss A

Truss B

Truss C

Main Truss End Connections

The site, located at the end of the newly iconic

Avenue de France, is a prime site to house a major

transportation hub and gathering space. By including

an above-ground train, a tramway and a bus stop, as

well as a farmer’s market to encourage interaction

within a natural setting, the site at the terminus of the

Avenue would promote community interaction and

pride - Oasis Urbaine

STUDIO OVERVIEWThe Rive Gauche area of Paris, France promotes

a modern environment and invites residents and

visitors to explore a contrasting setting to the iconic,

historical city. The current environment in the 13th

arrondissement is a striking example of a post-modern

utopia, yet the district lacks an interactive connection

with its patrons and a natural space for families, friends

and colleagues to gather and enjoy the outdoors.

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Initial Design Sketches by Matthew A. Spinner

44 Rendering by Amanda Krazckowsky

45Rendering by Amanda Krazckowsky

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SPIRITUALITY OF THE EARTH

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H U M A N S C A L E Emphasizing the human scale by designing with

the human body in mind is an important first

plateau for an architectural education. Designing

an object that will be used by man instead of an

object that will house man, helps to break down

the current trends in design, allowing for a better

understanding of its role in architecture. This

scale is important because it is the base scale

from which architecture is derived from and it is

the scale with which we see our built environment.

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This series of drawings narrates an individual’s

digression through different densities of

urbanization. Starting with the densest of human

environments and progressing to the least dense,

a feeling of solitude and individuality began to

present itself. These feelings associated with

place would help influence the overall design of

the different buildings and location and reference

to one another within the site.

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O B J E C T F O R D I N I N GFocusing on the client, myself, I used human scale

to help design a comfortable eating environment

that based its scale off of the daily caloric intake for

a specific individual. Using formulas that involve

one’s gender, age, height, weight, and daily activity

levels, one can roughly estimate the daily caloric

needs. From there I devised measuring utensils

to measure the calories for proper portioning of

rice, fish, and salad dressing. The overall theme

was inspired by the Japanese culture.

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I N D I V I D U A L S C A L EDesigning at the individual scale allowed for even

more intimacy to be developed between the user and

the space. Minimalism in the monk’s lifestyle and

daily habits played a crucial role in the development

and layout of the space inside the room. Keeping

in tune with the Spirituality of the Earth I wanted the

user to be at one with the outside world when inside,

but I also wanted the user to be reminded that they

were still human in nature.

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Monk Living Cell

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Back Elevation

G R O U P S C A L EDesigning the Library for the monastery

was a chance to design at a smaller scale.

Focusing on more details, I attempted to

create a place where one could feel like a

part of a group while focusing on individual

activities. I divided the space according to

use and amount of daylight needed for the

activities that took place inside. Books

getting less light then places used for

reading and learning.

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MONASTERY LIBRARY

First Floor Second Floor

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South Elevation

North Elevation

Section A-A

East Elevation

West Elevation

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Section A-AChurch Floor Plan 0’ 8’

Designing at the community

scale was a constant balance

between welcoming visitors

to enjoy this special place

while allowing the monks to

call it their own. Division of

public and private spaces was

crucial in the development of

the floor plan. Using the east-

west axis as a divider, visitors

are seated at the south and

monks are privileged at sitting

to the north or at the head of

the altar.

C O M M U N I T Y S C A L E

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West Elevation

East Elevation

Section B-B

58Master Site Plan Master Floor Plan

59Model of Monastery Library

BALANCING THE ENERGY EQUATION

SAVANNAH CENTER for

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61Conceptual Model representing Environmental Displacement

The Savannah Center for

Environmental Learning will help to

inform the surrounding communities

about the sensitive relationship

between humans and their natural

habitats, through a curriculum

SITE SPECIFIC DESIGN

developed for all levels of education

but primarily directed towards levels

of high school and higher. The best

way to learn about our impact on our

environment is to visibly showcase

and highlight them through the site.

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Master Roof Plan Master Floor Plan

Master Site Plan

Main Building First Floor Main Building Second Floor

Banquest Hall

The analysis of the environmental,

social, and cultural conditions of the

site on Cockspur Island in Chatham

County, GA inspired a respectful

response to various energies on

site. Design intent was directed

towards balancing the site’s energy

equation by introducing a network

of passive and active mechanical

energy systems.

Savannah/Chatham County

Environmental Learning Center

will be a living, breathing body

that coexists with the site, having

minimal impact on its surroundings,

while taking from and giving back

to the Earth in a respectful manner.

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Electrostatic harvesting, photovoltaics, geothermal, and biomass energy systems.

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Banquet Hall66

East Elevation

67Approach to Banquet Hall

North-South Section

South Elevation

East-West Section

68 Aerial of Main Building

69Approach to Main Building

North Elevation

East-West Section

East Elevation

North-South Section

A structural system was developed around two basic

principles; minimalization of materials and localization

of materials. Wood, steel, concrete, and brick from the

southeast region would be used in a manner that reflects

the vernacular of the area. This system also reflects the

skeletal system of an animal, while allowing for minimal

impact on the grounds of the site.

V - C O L U M N S Y S T E M

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Rafter Detail

Wooden Louver

Steel Connection

Sized Glulam Rafter

1/2” Carriage Bolts

Sized Glulam Column

Drainage Pipes

Steel Connection

1/2” Galvinized Anchor Bolts

Georgian Brick

Soil (fine sand)

Crushed Gravel

Spread Footing

Footing Detail

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EDUARDO CALVO FASHION HOUSEPARALLELS BETWEEN FASHION AND ARCHITECTURE74

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A duality has always existed between fashion and

architecture. They both reflect personal, social and

cultural identities of specific regions and time periods.

The value of good design in both practices is for the

public to decide, which usually reciprocates in the tastes

of an era.

These tastes are prominently represented in the form

of the fashion and architecture, creating a symbiotic

relationship between the both of them. Although the

scale of both art forms is greatly different, they are both

derive from the scale of the human body.

Geometries inspired from Eduardo Calvo’s spring fashion line

Images of Fashion and Architecture

FASHION and ARCHITECTURE

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Using a piece of furniture to represent the ideals

and aesthetic aspirations of a architectural or urban

design firm helps to relate the overall themes that

can be hard for the client to digest. Presenting

them in the form of an object that the client can

easily associate with through everyday use allows

for these ideals to be easily understood.

FASHION and FURNITURE

77Furniture model Jessica Boyer Furniture Advertisement

The SoHo district, located in Manhattan, New York,

is home to a very specific style of architecture dated

to the early 1800s. Brick, concrete, and iron were

the three main materials used to construct this

historical neighborhood, whose foundation is based

in industrial context but has now entered the modern

world of retail and fashion. Engaging this historical

context in a proper manner is a crucial factor when

designing in this district.

Within the past few decades, high-end retail has made

a home for itself within the cast iron context of the

SoHo district, bringing a new elegance to the area and

making it a luxury destination. Studying the surrounding

urban fabric allows for the ability to creatively design

for the individual client while still being courteous to

community of the SoHo and Manhattan.

SITE CONTEXT + ANALYSIS

78CAD drawing of Lower Manhattan Island

Source: Google Images

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Surrounding Retail Shopping

Sun Angle Diagram

Public vs. Private Space

Main Structural Layout

Simultaneously developing the building program,

structural systems, circulation systems, and

egress systems was the major challenge of this

project. With a heavy focus on representing

the aesthetic of Calvo’s fashion line through the

structural elements it was easy to look over the

other crucial aspects of a successful building

design. It was an orchestration of many different

solutions to many different problems that allowed

the program and structure to come together in

somewhat simple manner.

BUILDING PROGRAM

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Restaurant + Lounge

Museum + Gallery Space

Penthouse + Office

Retail + Merchandising

Storage + Utilities

Entrance + Main Displays

Situated above ground level is retail space, fitting rooms and lounges, secondary displays, employee facilities, and bathrooms; all catering to the coutoure experience.

Sandwiched between public and private domains lies the heart of the building. It supplies and stores necessary ingredients for the buildings survival.

Introducing nightlife to the building, allows for public use of the building to continue throughout the entire day and night.

Located on ground level this space pays particular attention to bringing individuals in from off the street.

Bringing back to the community, this space allows for local fashion designer’s and artists to show-case their work.

Located above the SoHo skyline, this space lifts occupants above the city offering spectacular views out over the NYC community.

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The final structural design was broken down

into three separate parts. The primary structure

consisted of the tall vertical elements made of

concrete and steel. The secondary structure

helps lateral brace the building and is made of

STRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENTsteel girders and a poured concrete deck. The

tertiary structure is the facade and envelope of the

building. It represents the quilting pattern found

throughout all six pieces in Calvo’s spring line and

is made of glass and steel.

Primary Structure Secondary Structure Tertiary Structure

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After modeling the primary and

secondary structural elements,

detailing materials and connections

was the next step in furthering the

actuality of design. It is one thing

for an architect to theorize and let

the pen sometimes run wild, but

when trying to implement theories

into real-world construction involves

knowing how convert these theories

into known materials and processes

available. The material that is

intended to be used consists of

concrete, steel, and glass.

Automatic Fire-Damper

Foundation Detail

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Spring Street Section

Spring Street Elevation

0’ 40’

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Greene Street Section

Greene Street Elevation

0’ 40’

0’ 40’

Rendering my final perspectives for this project

allowed me to really play with the emotional and

poetic value of the project. The gray scaled images

really create the atmosphere, a ‘Concrete Jungle,’

as he likes to call it, that Eduardo Calvo sees his

clothing line being worn in. They also helped me

advance my digital skills and techniques to advanced

levels, in turn helping me present my ideas to other

individuals in a clear and concise manner.

STRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT

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THE NEW DOWNTOWN DISNEYCOLLABORATION WITH WALT DISNEY IMAGINEERING

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Architectural Studio VI: Elizabeth Schminke

Collaborative Studio Project with Walt Disney Imagineering

Architectural Studio IV: Steven E. Aldridge

Creative Majors: Shelly Martin and Jeannette GregorArchitectural Studio IV: Matthew A. Spinner

Illustrations by Kirsten AllenSTEVEN E. ALDRIDGE

“The Faci l i tator” “The Harmonizer” “The Quest ioner”“The Storytel ler” “The Day Dreamer”ELIZABETH S. SCHMINKE MATTHEW A. SPINNERJEANNETTE GREGOR SHELLY MARTIN

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STEVEN E. ALDRIDGE“The Faci l i tator” “The Harmonizer” “The Quest ioner”“The Storytel ler” “The Day Dreamer”

ELIZABETH S. SCHMINKE MATTHEW A. SPINNERJEANNETTE GREGOR SHELLY MARTIN

T h e G ro u p

METHODOLOGYReGroup is dedicated to creating places that

resonate with users on a multifaceted level. The

methodology is a continuous practice to Reflect

- Respond - Refine. Each member of the group

provides a particular role, blending together to

create the best results possible. The mission in

all projects is to produce a cohesive collection of

carefully choreographed experiences.

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The objective of this studio was to redesign the existing

141 acres of Downtown Disney, along with another

163 acres of surrounding Disney properties. The Walt

Disney Company requested that the designers explore

all possibilities, leaving no ideas unconsidered.

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The scale and program of the site were unlike other

urban design projects, as the guest is a non-residential

pedestrian. There are no cars, civic or institutional

programs. Furthermore, careful consideration was made

to separate the guests from the cast members.

The practical aspects of the design combined with

heavy emphasis on the experiential were an exceptional

challenge. It required constant exploration, evaluation,

and production to determine whether the creative ideas

were feasible. Ultimately, the design was a successful

blend of an intricately created story and a series of

detailed experiences woven together with solid urban

design principles.

EDGE

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SITE ANALYSISDowntown Disney is located within the Walt Disney World

complex, just outside the city limits of Orlando, Florida,

in Lake Buena Vista. Pre-existing conditions emphasize

retail, dining, and entertainment with a mix 709,000

square feet of Disney owned and operated and third

party revenue producing businesses. The area receives

15 million annual visitors, second to the Magic Kingdom

property. The property has changed significantly over

the years to keep up with change in guest desires, yet

has still not been developed to maximize efficiency.

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This is a story about a young woman, Lily Dubois, who developed a successful, booming town out of less than nothing, with all the odds stacked against her.

Lily grew up in New Orleans with her two younger brothers, Victor and Andrew. Her father, Captain Edgar Dubois, chartered a ship from the port of New Orleans to

the gulf coast of Florida, and would return to his children with stories of the fantastic swamps, orange groves, and adventures that would take place in developing Florida.

When Captain Dubois went missing, Lily was trusted with a deed to many acres he had bought as a surprise to his family - the land on which they would have built their dream orange orchards. With few options for work in New Orleans, Lily and her brothers- Victor and Andrew- took the train across the southern coast, landing in Orlando with their many books and belongings.

They were met by Tate Croon, the local purveyor of deeds and plots. Despite his objections to a woman planting and running an orange orchard, Lily’s stubborn persistence and legal prowess claimed the land bought by her father- but there was a catch. Angered by her

tenacity, and convinced that she would never make it in Florida, Croon switched the plot areas in the deed before handing it over to the family. Lily and her siblings arrived to their land to find overrun by alligators, surrounded by a notorious hill formation called Alligator Mountain, and filled with swamp.

But Lily and her brothers were fighters. Lily developed a special kind of orange tree that could grow anywhere, and successfully settled her land. Victor, though only ten, was a fearless entertainer, who charmed the alligators and developed a working, friendly relationship with them. Andrew, even younger at seven, was the child-genius of the family. His collections of books and uncanny way of understanding mechanics and buildings created the machinery and buildings that would make their orchard (and, later, town) a huge success.

Almost a decade after the first bountiful harvest, a horrible frost hit Florida, hurting the orange crop everywhere except for Lily’s land. When the new hit her, Lily sprang into action, cutting bows from her strongest trees and sending them out to all points across Florida. One particular farmer, Douglas King, or, the “King of Oranges”, was so touched by her kindness that he sent a wagon of gifts back to Lily. His son Jonathan, who drove the gifts to Lily personally, instantly fell in love with her. Upon marriage, Lily became know to all throughout Florida as the Orange Pricess- and they all lived happily ever after.

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C o n c e p t u a l M a s t e r P l a nO R L A N D O F L O R I D A

Professor Daniel Brown

Fall 2012

Design Studio 7 | ARCH 717

Design Studio 4 | ARCH 404Professor Fernando Munilla

SCALE 1” = 200’

Steven AldridgeElizabeth SchminkeMatthew SpinnerJeannette GregorShelly Martin

SARATOGA SPRINGS

RESORT & SPA

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STATION 1

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Water

Roadways/Parking

Open Green Space/Recreation

Proposed Buildings

Support Buildings

Wetlands|CoveredGreen Space

Existing Buildings

Cirque du Soleil

Splitsville Bowling

AMC Movie Theater

Ex ist ing Bui ldings

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House of Blues

Wolfgang Puck Express

Bongos Cuban Cafe

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Planet Hollywood

Raglan Road Irish Pub

Portobello

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Fulton’s Crab House

T-Rex

LEGO Imagination Center

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World of Disney Superstore

Ghiradelli Soda Fountain

Shops|Retail

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Goofy Candy Co.Little Mismatched

Rainforest Cafe

Disney Days of Christmas

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Once Upon A Toy

Team Disney

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WISDOM + TRADITION TECHNOLOGY + SCIENCE NATURE + EVERGLADESDISTRICT IDENTITY

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ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT LOVE + ROMANCE

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New Entry Off I-4Introduce new approach from Interstate 4 West.

Relocation of CastingIncorporate Casting and SunTrust Bank with Team Disney to allow for new parking.

Foundation of Alligator MountainBuild substructure and ground level for Alligator Mountain. Allows for future additions to parking.

Scale Change of Buena Vista DriveMass plantation of Live Oaks (12’ - 15’) for future maturation during finalization of Phase 5.

Bus Loop + Main VistaConstruct future centralized bus hub and entry vista. Refurbish north, east, and south side of AMC. Introduction of R, D, and E around new canal.

Alligator Petting ZooIntroduce Alligator Petting Zoo created by Shelly Martin as ‘weenie’ for northwest of property.

Extension of West CanalFinish western canal system to allow for implementation of water taxis.

Populate with R, D, + EIntroduce new retail, dining, and entertainment that focus’s on Arts and Entertainment.

Water Taxi StationIntroduction of water taxi system for western canal. Maintenance is located on the south branch.

Disney GalleryRe-purposing previous Disney Quest into Disney Gallery. Scales down building and allows for new connection to western canal.

Cast Member Parking + Back of HouseAddition to new cast member parking and back of house to support new R, D, and E.

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CONSTRUCTION P H A S E SThe overall proposed design was

carefully broken down into five

distinct phases. Careful attention

was paid to ensure the independence

of each modification, allowing the

modifications to operate indefinitely

without immediate implementation of

subsequent phases.

Northern Land ExtensionUse displaced land to construct land extension for Lily’s plantation.

Love + Romance DistrictPopulate new land extension with retail, dining, and entertainment pertaining to the nostalgia of Florida at the turn of the century.

Everglades Path + Recreational AreaIntroduce outdoor recreational element to downtown are. Welcomes the Saturday morning joggers and walker.

Orange de LeonInjection of 600 new keys, inspired by the architecture of Floridian mansions with a Spanish touch.

Mini-Mountain ParkingConstruct vegetation covered parking garage. Three to four stories, 1600 new spaces, and hiking and running trails on top level.

Eastern Canal ExtensionDevelop eastern canal to expand land for technology district.

New Market SquareFlexible urban space that allows for daily markets, performances, and special events.

Technology + Science DistrictRefurbishment and addition of Disney’s Pleasure Island into the technology and science district inspired by the inventions of Andrew Dubois.

Wisdom + Tradition DistrictRefurbishment and addition of Disney Marketplace, transforming into the small-scale fabric inspired by the parents of Lily Dubois.

Disney Sculpture GardensLakeside sculpture gardens allow guests to make moments with characters frozen in time.

Final Construction of Alligator MountainFinish Alligator Mountain to add more than 12,000 new parking spaces and two train stops. Running and walking paths take advantage of the natural landscape of top level.

All Aboard The Orange Blossom SpecialImplementation of 2.3 miles of light-rail internal circulation that also allows for future connections to WDW parks.

Gare de PeritiaFirst train stop into park replaces existing bus stop keeping guest attendance in area.

Dubois StationSecond train stop inspired by the Dubois orange plantation.

Leon StationThird train stop allows guests who park in mini-mountain parking access to internal circulation.

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REGROUP SITE MODELStudio model base and group site model built by Matthew A. Spinner.100

Model photos taken by Matthew A. Spinner 101

CONCUBÉMAKING CONCRETE WARM + INVITING102

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Connecting the realm of design with the realm of

construction is one of the biggest obstacles an

architect has to overcome during their career.

Mastering the knowledge of material characteristics

and processes allows for an architect to begin

to orchestrate these materials in an artistic

manner that can still be easily constructed.

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TEA & ELLE WOODWORKS, L.L.C.SUMMER INTERNSHIP AS DESIGNER/CNC OPERATOR

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OCEAN GROVE, NJVICTORIAN FRETWORK RESTORATION

Ocean Grove, NJ holds one of the highest

concentration of Victorian style homes in America.

Hired to accomplish the millwork for the replication

and replacement of weathered fretwork, the

intricacies of the custom patterns were re-milled

using a weather resistent poly-vinyl material.

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While working for this company, I was approached

by the owner to see if I could find a way to maximize

the potential of the machines in the shop with

the workflow of the men working in the shop.

The solution was to create a repeat flat-patterns

that could be milled and then quickly assembled

and boxed by the worker ’s in the shop. Slip-fit

tolerances were used at all joints, and only a

rubber mallet is needed to assemble the furniture.

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RUBBER MALLET FURNITURE

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110 Chateau de Sade in Lacoste, France

Digital photography is an activity that is very

attractive for many reasons. The ability to capture

a moment in time that can potentially bring to

mind so many other thoughts and ideas from the

time it was taken holds a very special personal

connection. Attempting to have the viewer feel

the emotions felt at the time the photo was taken

is something that I try to capture.

Photography can be used as a tool to practice

compositional skills to keep the eye up to par for

a balanced picture frame, whether looking through

a camera lens or onto the drafting table. Prints

have been purchased by private collectors in the

south of France and southern California.

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112 View to Bonnieux, in southern France

113Small village in southern France Chateau Trail

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‘El Matador’

Thank you for taking the time to read through the process and development of my Undergraduate Studies here at SCAD.

- Matthew A. Spinner