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I want to dedicate this portfolio to my mentors. Without their knowledge, support and encouragement, my career development would not be possible. I appreciate all their advice, patience and guidence.

In this portfolio my goal is to show design strategies at Small, Medium and Large scale.

There is a total of five projects. I’ve selected these projects since they were the most challenging and rewarding.

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MODULATED POROSITY | CITY BLOCK | NEW YORKPartner Project : Adolfo Maalindog | Jefrall Betancourt

The commercial complex’s elevated public plaza invitespeople to stroll, linger, and socialize. It features a miniamphitheater where people may sit and watch the mediawall off the retail building. In the evening families maygather here to watch movies. The ample space alsoallows for a variety of activities including performances,food festivals, and art walks among others. A walkingpath dissects the block, connecting 44th and 45th. Thepath lined with greenery and seating pull people along itand allows them to stop and relax.

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The block is bounded by 10th, 11th, 44th, and 45th Streets inthe Chelsea/ Clinton area of Manhattan. The level of density and activity in these parts are noted to be at a higher level towards the east and decreases moving towards the water on the west. That same energy is harnessed and carries over to the block’s program layout with the 10th Street sideof the block housing the busier commercial establishments, transitioning into the semi-public domain of the Arts and Sciences Academy, and finally settling down with the residential tower situated on the more peaceful 11th Street boundary.

The buildings on the city block are broken up to form a campus-like configuration allowing more open space. Animated paths not only link the various buildings together but also provide both pedestrian and vehicular porosity between the block and the rest of the neighborhood. The ground level is given a role of importance and its effect on adjacent public space is recognized. Transparency and articulation at theground level provide variations that welcome gathering and punctuated moments invite interaction.

1. Residential Parking Access2. Tower Elevator Lobby3. Residential Tower Main Lobby4. Tower Amenities5. Tower Admin Lobby6. Cafe7. Community Green Space8. Private Park9. Library10. School Bus Drop-off and Pick-up11. Science Building Lobby12. Gymnasium13. School Courtyard14. Arts Building Lobby15. Theater16. 44th and 45th Pedestrian Access17. Open Public Plaza18. Mixed-use Building19. Retail Center20. Transport Hub Access

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The project’s configuration focuses on the porosity of the block with the rest of the neighborhood through pedestrian and automotive access and connections. A proposed transportation hub aims to provide easier access to public transportationto the community. The existing railway is utilized and a train stop is constructed which is linked to the commercial side of thedevelopment. A below ground taxi station is also integrated into the project providing a solution to the scattered cabs around the area.

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The Downtown Charleston Plan

(Approach) The Downtown Plan recommends a balanced and coordinated strategy for the next twenty years. The key is in a collaborative approach that transcends the boundaries of individual issues and neighborhoods to deal with the down-town holistically. The downtown’s limited supply of available land is extremely precious. Charlestonians must work together to ensure a positive future for the downtown and to preserve their quality of life.

(Accommodating Growth)

Downtown has areas that can be characterized as stable, in transition, and areas of future redevelopment. The stable areas are mostly comprised of residential neighborhoods, places that should remain largely as they are in form and use; little growth or change in use or form is anticipated or proposed.

(Achieving Balance)

1. Improve neighborhood and community amenities2. Increase the affordability of housing in downtown3. Develop mechanisms to share growth’s impact4. Reduce the reliance on cars5. Mitigate the financial impacts of growth

(Urban Structure)

1. Reinforce the key intersections and corridors2. Create new areas on both riverfronts3. Support the existing neighborhoods4. Enhance the public realm

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This design is the composition of two forces of concepts into one structural assembly. The external forces of the site and the internal forces of the program needed to be addressed at the new site. The program is the development of a culinary institute that houses an approximated space of 27,000 square feet of program. Charleston is known for having good food and open markets at street level. For this reason, this design aims to lure the visitors into the receiving area at the first floor. The firstfloor is the concept of an open market but one that caters to the needs of both students and visitors. Here students learn the importance of purchasing high quality produce while also interacting with visitors from all over the world. At the heart of the structure’s marketplace lies an opening that breaks through all the floors in a vertical fashion. This opening allows for three main ideals to be expressed in a subconscious form. Firstly, it exposes the structural steel that allows a wide span at the marketfloor. Secondly, it allows the users to always be connected with the restaurant at the second floor and thirdly, it serves as a void that channels inspiration to everyone at every level in the structure.

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The restaurant at the second floor is the main volume of the structure. Since most users are either professors or students, the design aims to keep professors excited about their teachings, and also allow students to be inspired in their journey to becomea professional chef. For this reason, the statement of this project is “Inspire and be Inspired”. Charleston is an old town that preserves a unique look. The materials used in most Charleston buildings are steel, concrete and brick. Since part of this proj-ect requires a serious study of steel and its function, this structure maximizes the use of steel. The use of steel provided longspans of space and supports the whole structure. The concepts from “Inspire and be Inspired” should be implemented in alleducational institutions. Professors and students can lose sight of the reasons for being at an institution. Having a space that reminds them of the goal on a daily basis will encourage them during the long journey ahead. As presented in this project, astructure can serve many purposes. It can reflect the history of an old city and at the same time provide an introduction to anew chapter of social possibilities. The structure can inspire users and serve as a reminder of their goals and aspirations in life.

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The architectural generators for this project are the wind and the weaving strategy of a basket. Why a basket and the wind? Miami does not have enough wind pressure to provide effective wind power. However, Miami is located in a tropical climate and the wind flow provides a method of cooling those individuals in the areas adjacent to the water edge. Many areas of Miami’s North beach have become a type of architectural wall. On this project the goal is to allow the breeze to pass through without anymajor blockage. There are two towers. Tower number one is at the North end of the lot. Tower number two is just south of tower number one. This particular site suffers from pedestrian interaction. Therefore, the core of the sites has become a gathering place for commercial, retail, restaurants and many other pedestrian friendly activities.

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A new structure developed to allow for a complete ro-tation of 360°. This was a challenge that needed to be solved during the exploration phase of the project. Thekey to finding a solution was identifying points of inter-section between rotational pins. In addition to the mainpivotal connectors, the integration of weaving became important to achieve a structure that worked well with the textured rotational shells that represent the pine-apple’s texture.

P # 5 Swiveling Lattice Light Modulator

The goal is simple. How can we protect the interior of a space from direct sun light with a wallsystem? This Swiveling Lattice Light Modulator is designed to rotate with changes in the direc-tion of sunlight. As the earth rotates with the Sun, so does the rotating panels of the wall. Thisrotation allows for equal protection at the right time during daylight hours. In addition to sunlightprotection, the wall allows for sight openings. These openings at various angles and times ofthe day allow occupants to feel at one with the outdoors. The exterior wall is comprised of shellsmade of pre-cast (thin white concrete) and frosted glass panels. The pre-cast allows for 90%reflection of sunlight while the frosted white glass opens the interior of the space with reflected,diffused light.

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My long-term career goal is to contribute my creative talents and design skills to areputable architecture firm.

Specialties: Architectural drafting design and model making; Creative thinking;Fluent in Spanish-English

EXPERIENCE

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BBB Construction Inc.November 2001 - February 2003

Managed 30 independent contractors and translated between them and thegeneral contractor. Worked with a variety of contractors such as Hensel Phelps,David Allen Company, Standard Tile Company and Hunt Construction Inc.

Florida Highway PatrolJune 2005 - September 2006

Performed searches, seizures, arrests and basic security proceduresInvestigated vehicular accidents and made appropriate decisions after assessingeach situation. Enforced state laws to protect and serve citizens

University Of FloridaMay 2010 - May 2015

College of Design, Construction and Planning Gainesville, FL

Bachelor of Design in ArchitectureMaster of Design in Architecture

Rhino, Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Adobe Ilustrator, InDesign, Adobe, Word,Power Point, Excel, Prezi, Climate Consultant

Walker Architects Inc.Summer 2013 & Summer 2014

Assisted in many different day to day activities at a local firm. Site documentation,submittals, renders, material presentation boards, Cad assistance and designinput / illustrations.

Graduate Teacher AssistantFall 2013 - Present

Graduate assistant teaching experience in the following courses:

ARC - 1301 Design OneARC - 1302 Design TwoARC - 6911 Intro to Digital Design

As a teaching assistant I took on many responsibilities. However my main focus was providing support to students in their pursuit of spatial representation as it pertains to architectural design.

jefrall.betancourt@gmail.com850-210-4227

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