a collection of designby Dana Lee

The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them. Einstein

Contents

About me

Projects at Cal Poly 1 - 44

Projects at Habitat Studio 45 - 56

Awards 53 - 58

About Me:

Graduating from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo with a Bachelor of Architecture degree and minor in Sustainable Environments has been a wonderful experience. It has been five years of intense learning and hands-on experience. The complexity of this profession has created a great interest and passion for me. Every day I find myself learning and understanding the practical-ity and sensibility of architecture. Architecture consists of so much history and an abundant, ever-changing future. What interests me about architecture is how it can morph into anything, it is so diverse, and how it effects our lives.

Coming from a family that loves to travel, I have been to many places around the United States and the world. Traveling has allowed me to observe the lives of peo-ple and how they relate to architecture. Studying different architecture around the world has forced me to understand how site composition, culture, people and the environment create a certain style of architecture. These experiences have allowed me to also observe the interaction nature has with architecture.

During my fourth year at Cal Poly, I received a wonderful opportunity to work with Marilyn Farmer at Habitat Studio in San Luis Obispo, CA. Working with Marilyn, I learned that our responsibility as architects, is to keep architecture honest and true to its environment in order to sustain our future.

Projects: at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CA

Projects

Architecture Firm

Winery

Roof Terrace Canopy

Guadalupe Interpretive center

Material Demonstration Lab

Homeless Shelter

CAED Cafe

Culinary Education Center

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Architecture Firm 2008Arroyo Grande, California

The focus of this project was to design based on the surrounding site while creating inspiration for the Arroyo Grande community.

The site is surrounded by agri-culture. It is on a ridge that has an incredible view to the Pacific Ocean.

The goal in designing the firm was to maximize the natural light into the interior spaces while provid-ing distinct separation between the public and private spaces.

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A building’s structure is to create a significant place within a site, to be sensitive to the climate and to respond to environmental demands with the building’s form.

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Winery 2008Paso Robles, California

The concept was to display the wine making process in the tasting experience.

Allowing for two separate spaces for production and wine tasting provides great circulation. The inspiration for the design was to take the linear aspect of the vines and to display it through the building. The main focus was to enhance the views of the prop-erty while creating an educa-tional experience for the guests.

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Roof Terrace Canopy 2009Cal Poly State UniversityArchitecture Building

This site is an unoccupied space on the roof terrace adjacent to the solid concrete architecture build-ing.

This space provides an arena for group meetings while providing de-sign inspiration and a space to en-joy the outdoors.

Goal of the design is to attract people and provide them with wind, sun and rain protection, while em-phasizing the site’s views.

This canopy should distinguish it-self and be a visible icon for this design school.

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Guadalupe Interpretivecenter 2009Guadalupe Dunes, California

Sand ripples are created as coarse grains are deposited over a ripple core formed by a small topographic irregularity: ripples move across the dune surface without affect-ing underlying grains.

Site analysis includes orientation, existing conditions, climate and wind patterns.

The center responds to sand, light and wind conditions, and the mois-ture that comes from its’ proximity to the ocean.

The main concerns for the center is the damage that comes from con-stant sand and salt infiltration, while ensuring minimal mainte-nance.

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Material Demonstration lab 2009 Cal Poly State University

The Simpson Strong-Tie Materi-als Demonstration Laboratory is a 7500 square foot facility with a 5000 square foot attached working courtyard. Together, they will be the focal point of the construc-tion innovation center.

The building is designed to display its’ construction and engineering components to better serve as a functional classroom for our fu-ture in the design, construction, and engineering fields.

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With the building sitting di-rectly on a slope it is impor-tant to get proper drainage. Two green roofs will reduce storm run off.

The Steel structure of this building provides an edu-cational display of its’ con-struction components, while allowing for an open foot-print.

The Site is under consistant shade due to the neighboring buildings. Creating a space above the existing buildings will allow for light and warmth to enter the site.

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Having a glass building cur-tain will allow the reflec-tive light from adjoining buildings to enter the space.

The building must address the acoustical issues that come with its’ busy location. The outside walls are made of 6” concrete with 1/2” layer of plaster and a recycled wood finish.

The 3 buildings provide an allusion of movement and the ability to create its own space. It also creates its own circulation and pattern. It becomes more dynamic and allows for future growth.

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Homeless Shelter 2010 San Luis Obispo, California

The main purpose for the homeless shelter program is to provide the 200 inhabitants a first step to self- sufficiency. The program layout is all about community and a sense of structure for the clients.

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The Architecture building at Cal Poly is one of the few buildings that is open to students every hour of the day.

The project consists of a cafe, gal-lery, roof garden and offices. It will provide a space for students to relax, collaborate, and work.

CAED Cafe 2010 Cal Poly State UniversityArchitecture Building

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Architecture and food are the fusion of ingredients that create culture. Keep-ing architecture in its regional context generates ideas that promote a sustain-able lifestyle. The cultural obsession of food’s natural process will enhance the interrelationship of organic, vernacular agriculture with architecture.

Culinary architecture is an exploration of geographical and gastronomical needs. Food has inspired the built environment with its many methods of Producing, stor-ing, transporting, selling, serving and consuming. It is vital to understand our everyday life with food and how it plays a role in the community’s environment.

Culinary style is of a natural form and redefines art. Food and Architecture are constantly changing over time, providing an indication of a region’s identity. With uncontrolled population growth, it is important to consider the food supply. An awareness of our limited resources encourages societies to implementing regen-erative strategies, modeled by nature, to promote a sustainable lifestyle.

Vernacular architecture can encourage local and sustainable food production, allowing more neighborhoods access to organic and fresh food. Infusing new technologies and a new lifestyle can revitalize a neighborhood’s identity.

Culinary Education Center 2011Ventura, California

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Projects: at Habitat Studio San Luis Obispo, CA45. 46.

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Tablas Creek Vinyard 47 - 52

Rippner Residence 53 - 56

TABLAS CREEK’S NEW TASTING ROOM HAS BEEN CRAFTED TO MATCH THE EXCELLENCE OF THEIR WINES, USING HEALTHY, RENEWABLE MATERIALS SUCH AS CORK, BAMBOO, RECYCLED WOOD AND STEEL, AS WELL AS NO VOC PAINTS AND ADHESIVES.

Tablas Creek Vineyard 2010 Paso Robles, California

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Rippner residence is located on Squire Court near Avila Beach.

The goal of the project was to replace existing carport and deck above with new garage, new deck and enclosed porch above.

Rippner Residence 2011 San Luis Obispo, California

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Award 2011: Vellum Award Winner57. 58.

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RNT:Modern Master AwardThe “garcia architecture + design: Modern Master Award” goes to the piece with the same characteristics as “Best of Show”, but also close-

ly aligns with the ideals of the Modern Masters.

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