ELIZA JOHNSONInterior Architecture Portfolio 2013

introduction

a boys & girls club of america

tourist information center

retronym bottle shop

furniture studio

working drawings

sketchbook + process work

resumé

contact

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

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Hello!

I’m Eliza. I am a designer from the good ol Pacific Northwest. My interest in architecture and design is deeply rooted through the relationship of humans and their environment. I am intrigued by people and their space - how it functions for them and their particular needs, how they associate with the built environment, and how to optimize a space for specific user groups. I am passionate about the use of local and sustainable materials and the impact they have on the local economy and Earth as a whole. Architecture has the potential to improve daily life for both people and their communities and to benefit the greater society and planet. I am interested in holistic design and construction through adaptive reuse. I am a recent graduate from the School of Architecture & Allied Arts at the University of Oregon with a Bachelor of Interior Architecture and minors in Architecture and Architectural Art History. The following pages hold examples of my understanding of architecture. You’ll find hand renderings, digital renderings, images of 3-dimensional models, sketches, thoughts, and processes. I look forward to continuing to expand my knowledge in the field of architecture and design.

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January-March 2012Springfield, OregonBoys & Girls Club of AmericaReclaimed wood, glass, steel

Intervention + Adaptive Re-uselittle [kid] big [world]Theme of Outdoor PursuitsFirst studio using digital rendering software

The Boys and Girls Club is a place for growth. Itsintent is to provide a safe and supportive placefor kids and teens in elementary, middle, and highschool. Featuring a theme of Outdoor Pursuits,this Boys & Girls Club fuels learning and playthrough interaction and exploration. This buildinglinks people and communities, bringing familiescloser together in a place that not only providesan engaging learning environment but encourages high goals and standards to be sought and achieved.

Kaarin Knudson

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PLANTING FUTURES: A Boys & Girls Club of America

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Recreation Room

Exterior Study

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Propagation/Greenhouse

Outdoor PursuitsMeeting Room

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Inhabitable corridor [library]

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Furnished Floor + Site PlanNTS

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September - December 2011Seoul, KoreaTourist Information CenterGlass, steel, Modular Arts

Adaptive Re-useLinking IngredientsBasement LevelDesign of ground level landmarkFree-hand rendering

The Tourist Information Center is a place for establishing connections. Its intent is to link people, communities, and cultures and to gain knowledge through interaction. Located on the basement level, curved entrance panels reach forward, enticing people to come closer and see what is down below. Without a landmark, the connection between street level and the TIC is lost and the TIC remains isolated.

Multi-level connections over the entryway providemultiple opportunities to experience the space by a variety of views. Small areas of defined activity branch off of the main circulation path, organizing different zones and creating a straightforward and seamless way-finding system.

Kyuho Ahn

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LINKING INGREDIENTSTourist Information Center

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Travel Agency + Internet

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Foyer + Front Desk

Exterior entry study

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Hallway study

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CaféStorage

Café, Artisans Hall, Gift ShopEntrance

Foyer

Exhibition

Front Desk

Office

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BreakRoomLibrary

Wave Hall

Main Hall &Reception

Auditorium

Medical

Medical Storage

Meditation

Religion

Art Storage

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Entry Sectionnts

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RETRONYMBottleshop + Tasting

January - March 2011Portland, OregonRetail Bottleshop + TastingReclaimed wood, Squak Mountain Stone

Portland Central Business DistrictRetail BottleshopLocal Products/Materials

Not just a bottleshop or tasting room divided,Retronym brings the best of the two forwardto create a unique and timeless spaceto experience the classic flavors of localPortland. Located in the Central BusinessDistrict of southwest Portland, Retronymsupplies and promotes various beers andwines made exclusively in the local region.The interior integrates reclaimed wood withsoft greens and oranges, generating a partof the natural world on the inside. Thisconcept of transparency continues withthe relationship of the tasting bar and retailareas and when combined with a vintageaesthetic, forms a timeless atmosphereappearing to have been worn and loved forcenturies.

Kyuho Ahn

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SW 6th AvenueFloor Plan3/16” = 1’ Scale

Walk-InCooler

PrepRoom

TastingBar

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Wine Coolers

Beer Coolers

Backstock Storage

Service Entry

Recycle Station

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Furnished Floor PlanNTS

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Section ANTS

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Tasting Bar

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Retail Counter

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September - December 2012Nesting TableApple Plywood, Threaded Rod + Insert, Aniline Dye, Polyurethane.

Furniture ConstructionNesting TableRemovable PartsApple Ply + Aniline DyeCarpentry

Inspired by the form and function of the nesting table, I sought to create a table that moves and adapts to spaces as a person moves throughout their life, one that offers flexibility for various functions. Crux is a table that can adapt to various room arrangements, expanding for additional surface area or minimizing for less square footage. The various heights allow for a great sitting workspace as well as the standard coffee table use. The top table rests on the lower table and with the help of removable legs, can be disassembled for easy packing.

Linda Zimmer

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CRUX NESTING TABLEFurniture Studio

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I began with the intent of using

soft shapes, live edges, and full pieces of hardwood. Over the course of the design process, this idea changed as

new materials came to light. Plywood is something that has never appealed

much to me when standing alone. Then during research I came upon some

inspiring plywood pieces and I began to challenge myself with the goal of

making plywood beautiful. I took the plunge with the intent of exposing and

highlighting the striated edges.

The design of the pivoting leg was somewhat challenging, especially trying

to incorporate it with the now rigid style of the design. Eventually a form

emerged based on the action of rotation and over many reiterations the design

began to become a complete whole.

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manufacturing process:

Faces- Rip plywood down from original 4’x8’: create table tops + leg faces.- Miter edges.- Dado cut grooves for inner panels to run along.- Glue blocking on lower table faces to accept threaded brass rod receptor. Inner Panels (red faces)- Cut ply into strips for inner panel.- Use band saw to cut angles, belt sand to appropriate line.- Sand smooth- Paint with aniline dye.

Crux Leg- Drill 32 ply circles, sand, and drill larger hole to fit through threaded rod.- Measure and cut threaded rods to leg heights.- Glue up circles on rods.- Sand smooth- Paint w/ aniline dye.

- Water based aniline dye- Polyurethane finish welcomes mess and water without holding stains.

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PINS & NEEDLES CRAFT RETAILWorking Drawings

March - June 2012Eugene, OregonCraft Retail1,242 sfReclaimed Wood, exposed existing brick, exposed existing concrete.

Tenant SpaceWorking DrawingsVintage American Heritage AestheticCustom Cash WrapDemolition & Switching Plans

This studio focused on the design of a small tenant space and the production of a set of working drawings that documents the project for construction. This 1,242 sf project, located in Eugene, Oregon, is a proposal for a craft retail store called Pins & Needles.

Jenna Fribley

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SKETCHBOOK + PROCESS WORK

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Model Detail

Outdoor Connections

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CommunityGarden

Front approach

Site Model

University of OregonSchool of Architecture & Allied Arts

Bachelor of Interior Architecture 2013Minor in ArchitectureMinor in Architectural Art HistoryCumulative G.P.A. 3.25

Notable Courses:Interior Construction ElementsBuilding ConstructionEnvironmental Control Systems IIWorking Drawings in IARCInterior Finishes & Design ApplicationColor Theory & ApplicationElectric LightingSpatial CompositionMedia for Design Development

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Model Making [Hand-built + Laser Cut]Quick sketch + massing modelsSite modelsFinal presentation models

VisualizationPreliminary + Developed DiagrammingConceptual ImageryVignette SketchingHand DraftingHand Rendering [Pen, Watercolor, Copic]

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Digital ProgramsAutoCADSketchUpPhotoshopIllustratorInDesignShaderlightMaxwell Render

Model Making [Hand-built + Laser Cut]Quick sketch + massing modelsSite modelsFinal presentation models

VisualizationPreliminary + Developed DiagrammingConceptual ImageryVignette SketchingHand DraftingHand Rendering [Pen, Watercolor, Copic]

Mixer/Barista, Hideaway BakeryAugust 2010 – Present [3 years]Mixed bread dough, baked off pastries, operated large machinery. (Aug. 2010-Aug. 2011)Barista at the Farmer’s Market Booth – Present [Summer Seasonal].

Milker/Farmhand, Living Earth FarmJuly 2012 - PresentMilk and care for 11 dairy goats, collect/sort chicken eggs, work in vegetable field.

Sales Receptionist, EMU Craft CenterJanuary 2008 – August 2013 [5 years 8 months]Cashier, customer service, tool check out, studio supervision, organize backstock, stock merchandise.

Sales Associate, Many Hands TradingJune 2009 – September 2010, Dec 2011 [2.5 years]Cashier, customer service, organized back stock, stocked merchandise. Worked seasonally.

Sales Associate, Mod PodJune 2009 – September 2009 [4 months]Cashier, cleaned, stocked merchandise, re-designed floor layout, assisted in placing orders.Opened and closed, only person on staff during day.

Production Manager, Thistle Dew Floral & Event DesignDecember 2006 – August 2008 [1 year 9 months]Assembled/designed bridal/bridesmaids bouquets, boutonnières, corsages, and arrangements In charge of loading/unloading supplies, processing flowers and general customer service. Helped packing/shipping, setting up and taking down events on site, and making supply orders Co-exhibitor at booth at the 2007 and 2008 Oregon Wedding Showcase.

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MentorSeptember 2010 - June 2013To first year architecture students

VolunteerJanuary-June 2011Materials Resource Center

TreasurerFall 2010-Spring 2011American Institute of Architecture Students

Head Coordinator Nov. 2006 – April 20071 of 3 Head CoordinatorsPlanned and organized 10 fundraising events and a final pageantRaised $62,400 for Neo-natal unit at Good Samaritan Hospital and Mario Pastega House

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Time managementTeamworkWorking well under pressure

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[e] elizacreates@gmail.com[c] 541-207-6972[w] http://ejohns14.wix.com/eliza johnson www.cargocollective.com/eliza johnson

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