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relaxed_parametric chair

DRAFTING

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DRAWING+PAINTING

PHOTOGRAPHY

SITE: NATURAL LOGIC

STRUCTURAL STUDY: NEWAMSTERDAM

DEPLOYMENT: PARK RANGER STATION

DESIGN VILLAGE 2014

SITE: OBSERVATIONS

PRESIDENT STUDY: LIVE/WORK

ELEVATED RESIDENCE

SITE: MISSION BEACH SUSTAINABLE PUBLIC RESTROOM

SHIFT 120- MODULAR CHAIR

SHIFT 120.1 PARAMETRIC INTERVENTION

SITE: INVISIBLE WALLS

RESIDENCE: IN/OUT

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remapped_conceptual pointSITE: METAMAP/METADIAGRAM

CONTEMPORARY ARTIST RESIDENCE

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JUNE 2013-MARCH 2014ACADEMIC

DES542 AND CSC470B, NSADHUSSEIN MUNAIM AND MICHAEL RIGGIN

For this exploration into furniture design, tight parameters were strictly adhered to; using only one 4’ x 8’ sheet of wood and no fasteners or hardware of any kind, a chair was formed. The resulting design uses a 120-degree angle, chosen for maximum layout effi ciency, to from a modular piece. Modules were patterned and glued in sequential orientations to form a hexag-onal shape for sheltered seating.

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The fi rst shift 120 chair proved to be fertile ground for a parametric intervention. Keeping with the intent of using modular pieces to create sheltered seating, an algorithm was developed with various input parame-ters. Taking one simple curve, geometry is generated with controls for height, material thickness and seat angle.

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Base Configuration

Base Curve Shape

Straight Wavy Curved Round

0” Offset 3” Offset 6” Offset 8” Offset

10” Seat Height, 30” Overall 10” Seat Height, 50” Overall 16” Seat Height, 56” Overall 30” Seat Height, 60” Overall

Offset Distance

Seat Height+Overall Height

Pipe Radius and Material Thickness

1.5" Pipe, 4" material1" pipe, 3" material1/2" pipe, 1" material 1/2" Pipe, 5" material

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October 2014Academic

AR301, NSADAmin Espanari

Informed by its context and surroundings, the simple curved form of the new restroom for mis-sion beach physically and metaphorically con-nects the ocean and the land, the beach and the recreation area. Warm inviting materials, grand welcoming spaces and state of the art sustainable systems question previously held notions of what a public bathroom is and is not.

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Circulation and privacy are emphasized through a simple layout. The structure is symmetrical about the axis perpendicular to the water, which allows male and female users to pass directly through it on their respective sides when going to or away from the beach. Curved exterior walls allow for easy en-trance and exit while also preventing any direct line of sight into the interior. Axial layout also contributes to the sustainable systems integration. All pluming and mechanical services are accessed through one straight plumbing wall, simplifying construction and minimizing material waste.

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Using photo voltaic tiles and glazed skylights to cov-er the curved roof structure, electricity is generated to power the on site water pump and exterior lights. However, electrical components are not necessary on the interior as the space is fully light by pene-trating sunlight from the skylights above. The roof structure’s curved form and open steel trusses op-timize ventilation by capturing strong steady ocean breezes and directing them through the central space.

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DECEMBER 2015ACADEMIC

AR301, NSADRAMIRO LOSADA

Physical, social, polotical, and economic walls exist throughout the urban fabric. This sustain-able residence was developed in order to chal-lenge existing conceptions of the functionallity of a wall. Where the surban condition usually walls off access to the natural cannyon behind the site, this wall house seperates public from private, but not inside from outside.

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Three feet of rammed earth allows residence to preserve their privacy, while visitors pass through the property and into the canyon on the north side. The Angle and orientation of the wall, along with the programmatic distribution of the space allow for max-imum solar exposure, eliminating the need for active heating systems. Additionally, operable partions allow the domestic spaces to be opened to the outdoors, allowing for ocean breazes to cool the interior.

KITCHEN

LIVING

MASTER BEDROOM

BEDROOM #1

BEDROOM #2

BATH

BATH

DINING/SUNROOM

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JUNE 2013-MARCH 2014ACADEMIC

AR104/DG456, NSADHUSSIN MUMMIAN/ MICHAEL RIGGIN

Logics- natural, formal, physical and structur-al, were all driving forces behind this quarter long study. After studying canyons in depth, a park ranger’s station was developed that ac-commodated diverse programmatic needs and responded to the unique topography.

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San Diego’s vast network of canyons was chosen as the site for this investigation into natural and structural logics as they relate to the generation of form. The phenomena of networks of gopher holes was photo-graphed then abstracted graph-ically to reveal deployment strategies on the landscape. This network logic then translat-ed into a structural model that represented the dynamic forces at work in the canyon.

SITE: SAN DIEGO CANYONS

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A case study focused on the structural logic of the New Amsterdam Pavilion in Battery Park by UN studio. Using a waffl e structure to create a facade surface that appears twisted and bent, the pavilion houses a small information center. This group exer-cise (with Anthony Rodriguez and Moises Robles) required modeling the structure both physically and digitally, as well as representing the components of the system graphically.

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In the fi nal phase of this assignment, students were asked to deploy the structural system previously stud-ied on the canyon landform. Principles of rotational symmetry and self similar coupling were adapted from the case study and applied to a modular design approach. Using a waffl e structure to create a sym-metrical curved surface, modules were developed which could adapt to varied topographies through changing aggregations.

CANYON LOGIC

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A extensive program for a park ranger’s station drove the spatial formation and orientation. Both public and private spaces were created, each with ample outdoor space and varied points of access to the site. The public program included a visitor cen-ter, information kiosk, and cafe, all of which were ADA compliant. The private program included utility areas, offi ces, and two residential suites, one for a ranger stationed in the canyon, and another for visiting teams of researchers.

CANYON LOGIC

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promonade

entry/infontry/info

main gallery

observation deck

observation deck

bathroom

utility

officee

sleepingg quarters

sleeping quarters

living quarters

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SPATIAL FORMATION

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April 2014Academic

AR104, NSADAlan Rossenblum

In this exploratory studio, site was the driving force behind the design of a residence for two contemporary artists. 2D “meta-maps” were used to graphically document and analyze confl icting conditions on site. This gave way to three dimensional diagrams which informed the formal characteristics of the modern residence.

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Working together with Guillermo Menjivar and Ana Correl for this group assignment, we used various representation techniques and backlighting to fi lter layers of information. These conceptual “Meta-Maps” became the basis of our understanding of the site and drove design decisions throughout the process.

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The Meta-Diagram then translated the broad site observations into physical form on the building site. By physically representing conditions that are primarly conceptual, an intervention is proposed on the site that connects visitors with the water and improves the local ecology.

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DECEMBER 2013ACADEMIC

AR202, NSADMICHAEL RIGGIN

Low density suburban development, like that found in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood holds a special signifi cance not only in American culture but also in the global economic. From the 2008 global fi nancial crisis to skyrocketing obesity rates due to sedentary lifestyles, its easy to vilify the modern American dream, but the fact remains the suburbs are here to stay. As an Architect, these sorts of real world prob-lems bring abut truly innovative solutions

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The quarter long investigation into dense devel-opment began with documentation of an existing suburban neighborhood. After photographing, drawing and modeling two neighboring North Park properties, farther analysis was preformed using three dimensional measuring devices and sun study photographs.

SITE: NORTH PARK, SAN DIEGO

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1. Properties Selected2. Mass Models3. Oblique Drawings4. Sun Study Photographs

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Master Suite

Roof Garden

Ground Floor First Floor Thrid Floor Roof

The investigation continued with a president study of European models for infi ll development. The live/work house in the Netherlands exemplifi ed the mitigation of public and private conditions in order to achieve dense residential development in a bustling urban setting. Plans and exploded axo-nometric drawings were farther studied through the use of overlay diagrams showing apertures and volumes.

CASE STUDY: DE LEEUW + VAN ZANTEN WITH DAAD ARCHITECTEN

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1.Selected Floor Plans2. Night Rendering3. Exploded Axonometric Drawing/Diagram

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GARAGE

ELEVATOR

EXISTING RESIDENCE

EXISTING GARAGE

OUTDOOR TERRACE

RON AND ZOE’S BEDROOM

CLOSET

BATH

ELEVATOR

KITCHEN

LIVING/DINING

PAUL’S BEDROOM

SOPHIA’S BEDROOM

BATHROOM

BATHROOM

ZELMA’S BEDROOM

By proposing a second residence on top of the exist-ing property, students were required to meet FAR re-quirements given under building codes while doubling the density of the neighborhood. A fi ctional family was developed as clients with one handicapped son and a live-in grandmother. The residence features levels of accessibility and privacy, while taking advantage of southern sun and cross breezes for ventilation.

DENSITY DOUBLED 1. First Floor2. Second Floor3. Site

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2. Interior Vignettes

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April 2014Competition Entry

AR599, NSAD Hussein Munaim

Cal Poly’s annual Design Village competition requires students to develop a structure which is portable, adaptable, and can accommodate team members for the duration of their stay in San Luis Obispo. Together with Ryan Stagl and Devin Lee, we developed a light weight mod-ular structure that could confi gure in various ways to respond to changing uses.

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The structure consisted of several units that were preassembled and transported in a fl at-pack, connected and unfolded on site to create a large and fl exible central space, then divided to create independent and private living units. Our project con-sisted of three units and a single central fl oor, however the units can be combined in a variety of confi gurations.

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8’-2”x2” Douglas Fur

8’-2”x2” Douglas FurIndividual Est. Max Compacity: 250lbs

3-8’-2”x2” Douglas Fur4’x8’ OSB24” 3/16 Steel Cable1’ 2”x4” DF Blocking

System Est. Max Compacity: 2500lbs

Each fl at-packing unit is comprised of 7 2” x 4” x 8’ framing studs, 12’ x 6’ of canvas, and the equiva-lent of a single sheet of plywood. Each unit sits on three reclaimed gas springs (one at each corner), and uses 24’ of 3/16 wire cable for an inverted truss system. Although each unit weighs less than 125 pounds they can support well over 1000 pounds and have 27 square feet of fl oor space.

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October 2011-April 2014Academic/Personal

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1. Blue Mnts. #1, oil on canvas. 18”x24” Academic January 20132. Untitled #4, acrylic on canvas. 10”x8” Personal Aug. 20133. Enter Light, oil on canvas. 24”x18” Academic, March. 2012

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1. Line for a Walk, graphite + colored pencil on bristol. 12”x18” Academic July 20132. Unfi xed Lights, graphite transfer on paper. 10”x16” Academic Sept. 20123. Timeless, graphite on newsprint. 24”x18” Academic, Nov. 2012

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49Drawing1-4. Famous Thumbnails, charcoal on paper. 5”x5” Academic, July 2013

5. Mies is more, graphite on paper. 10”x10” Academic, Feb. 20136. Excited Lines, graphite on paper. 10”x10” Academic, Feb. 20137. Freedom, ink on paper. 18”x24” Personal, March 2013

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Juhani PallasmaaWorld-Renowned Architect and recipent of the

International Union of Architects’ Jean Tschumi Prize for architectural criticism

World-Renowned Architect and recipient of the International Union of Architects’

Jean Tschumi Prize for architectural criticism

Michael A. ArbibUniversity of Southern California Professor of Neuroscience

and author of “How the Brain Got Language” (Oxford, 2012) and “Language, Music and the Brain: A Mysterious Relationship” (MIT, 2013)

University of Southern California Professor of Neuroscience and author of “How the Brain Got Language” (Oxford, 2012) and

“Language, Music and the Brain: A Mysterious Relationship” (MIT, 2013)

“Hand and Symbol: A Dialogue between Architecture and the Science of the Brain”

In collaboration with

The Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture

NSAD will host a discussion Feb. 19 between Finnish Architect Juhani Pallasmaa and distinguished Neuroscientist Michael A. Arbib of USC on “Hand and Symbol: A Dialogue between Architecture and the Science of the Brain.” This discussion continues their earlier encounters at the symposia on “Minding Design” (Taliesin West, November 2012) and "Architecture and Neuroscience” (Helsinki, June, 2013). The event, organized in collaboration with the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture, will be moderated by Eduardo Macagno, a professor with a specialty in neuroscience at UCSD.

Feb. 19th 1-3 PMNSAD Auditorium

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