jody ann james architecture portfolio
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j o d y a n n j a m e s
A R C H I T E C T U R A L P O R T F O L I O
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resume CAREER OBJECTIVE A career as an Architect that u-lizes my project management and professional skills. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE GRADUATE ASSISTANT – CROPPER HALL FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY, HOUSING DEPARTMENT AUGUST 2012-‐ PRESENT Supervise students working as Resident Assistants in the residen-al hall Serve as primary resource for staff and students in dealing with specific residence hall problems including roommate conflicts, personal problems, diversity issues and other concerns. Manage opera-onal func-ons for the residence hall such as key distribu-on and collec-on, damage assessment, repor-ng, maintenance requests and hall openings and closing. Conduct room checks, repor-ng and following up on housekeeping, and maintenance. ARCHITECTURAL INTERN ATELIER-‐VIDAL LIMITED KINGSTON, JAMAICA, MAY 2012 -‐ AUGUST 2012 Served as team leader on design-‐build renova-on of a hotel with focus on the renova-on of a secondary administra-on building. Served as team leader in the procurement of furniture, fixtures and equipment Designed details and worked closely with the project manager. ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT HAROLD MORRISON + ROBERT WOODSTOCK ASSOCIATES LIMITED KINGSTON, JAMAICA, MAY 2008 -‐ MAY 2011 Conducted inves-ga-ve research into building code requirements for various types of buildings and collaborated with engineers and other consultants in ensuring specifica-ons were met Served as team leader on various jobs; coordina-ng drawings and personnel Visited various work sites to assist the architect in conduc-ng building condi-on assessments Studied and formulated design standards for a specific building type on a major project and executed the produc-on of relevant drawings STUDENT INTERNSHIP M.O.D.E ARCHITECT & PLANNERS KINGSTON, JAMAICA, SUMMER 2006 AND 2007 Worked under the supervision of architects to understand the requirements of the industry Assisted in the produc-on of architectural drawings
resume EDUCATION Master of Architecture -‐ Florida A&M University August 2011 – 2013 Graduate Assistant -‐ Florida A&M University – Spring 2013 ARC3436 -‐ Materials and Methods Reference – Professor Robert T. Goodwin, Jr., R.A. Graduate Research Assistant -‐ Florida A&M University – Fall 2012 URS Corpora-on research grant – Kennedy Space Sta-on Reference – Professor Thomas Pugh, R.A. Bachelor of Arts in Architecture -‐ University of Technology, Kingston, Jamaica 2004 – 2008 St. Hugh’s High School for Girls -‐ Sixth Form 2002 – 2004 St. Hugh’s High School for Girls -‐ High School Diploma 1997 – 2002 SKILLS Vectorworks, ArchiCAD, Rhino, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoa Office/Works VOLUNTEER WORK Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society, Member Leo Club of St. Andrew Central, Sub-‐District 60B, Lions Club Interna-onal (LCI), Member (2009-‐Present) Leo Club of St. Andrew Central, Sub-‐District 60B, Lions Club Interna-onal (LCI), Secretary (2010-‐2011) Leo Club of St. Andrew Central, Sub-‐District 60B, Lions Club Interna-onal (LCI), Treasurer (2009-‐2010) REFERENCES: available upon request
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Antigua Adult Educational Facility Graduate Studio – Urban Cinema Complex Urban Design – Kleman’s Plaza Intervention Graduate Studio – Culinary Arts Centre Graduate Studio – North Monroe Urban intervention Institutional – Lecture Theatres Master's Thesis
final year B.A.A.S – AnZgua Adult EducaZon Facility
design
My design was aimed at bridging the gap that exists between the
thriving tourism industry, mostly via cruise ships, and the residents that lived to the north. The design also
saught to use means of natural light and natural ven-la-on in the day to
day opera-ons of the facility. I wanted to bring the natural
environment from outside into this very open structure. I also took care
to separate the quieter ac-vi-es such as mee-ng and lecture/
seminar rooms on the first floor and kept busier ac-vi-es such as the
art workshop, café and mul-purpose space on the ground floor, while crea-ng various break
out spaces.
Location map
Ground Floor Plan
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Graduate Studio– Urban Cinema
design
This project proposed an urban cinema and condominium mixed-‐use development in downtown
Tallahassee, Florida. The proposal is set to revitalize the downtown life
in Tallahassee. The design is inspired by films and puts on
display the many ac@vi@es of the facility.
SUN PATH
ZONING
PEDESTRIAN
CIRCULATION
VEHICULAR
CIRCULATION
VIEWS IN
VIEWS OUT
This project proposes an urban cinema and condominium mixed-use development. The mixed-use com-plex of the urban cinema and condominiums is set to revitalize the physical form and capacity for quality urban life in Tallahassee. In this age of continuous technological development the urban cinema mixed-use complex purports a facility that is contemporary, uses advanced digital media externally and internally whilst respecting the site’s historical zoning.
Tallahassee, Florida like most cities that are trying to emerge from the past and looking towards a future of being an urban hub, are experiencing challenges. These issues include trying to preserve the traces of history pres-ent in the landscape, while moving towards a city that embodies they key concepts of urbanism.
design
The design drew inspira-on from the conch shell, the Apalachicola area is renowned for producing
conch. The design is inspired by the
protec-ve nature of the conch shell to protect the animal within.
Culinary Arts Centre Apalachicola, Florida
Lecture Hall
Plaza
Teaching Kitchens
Plaza
Plaza
STEEL
SOLID COPPER PANEL GLASS GLASS GLASS GLASS
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Site Plan
Culinary Arts Center
Jody Ann James
Graduate Studio– Urban Interven4on-‐ Kleman Plaza
Tallahassee, Florida
design
The project brief required the analysis of an under used plaza in the urban core of the city. ACer
analysis a proposal was put forward for the changes that were
necessary to transform this plaza into an ac@ve urban space.
1. Eye/Street LevelAt eye level the plaza is lacking inter-est. There are no features to attract the passerby or to invite workers from the offices around the plaza to even 2. FoodThere are cafe's present on the plaza and they have some seating avail-able outside, however they do not feel part of the plaza but separated even no physical barriers exist.
3. CenterNo defined center exists in this very large plaza. The plaza has many features but they do not seem to be coherent.
4. Sittable SpacesWhile there are intimate spaces cre-ated by the shade of the trees, the seating that exists are not placed under the trees.
5. Sun, wind, trees and water The plaza has an abundance of trees to the south side which gives a nice micro climate to that area. The presence of trees in the plaza and their location makes a nice environ-ment. The water that exists is in the form of fountains that offer no inter-action with the public or the users of the space.
Connection to adjacent context ................................................8Block scale & permeability ..........................................................6 Connections to parking and transit .............................................9Vertical enclosure to horizontal dimension ratio ........................5 A mix of uses ..................................................................................8Is there an identifiable center? ...................................................4Degree of transparency at the ground level ............................6Degree of transparency at the ground level ............................6A variety of spaces for small, medium & large groups ..............7Open flexible grand spaces ........................................................7Shaded and sheltered spaces ....................................................7Porosity, scale & character of architectural enclosure ............7
Score scale : 1 (weakest); 10(strongest)
ISSUE SCORE
PROJECT INTENT
Create a graphic analysis with proposed Create a graphic analysis with proposed urban design solutions T to issues identi-fied in the public space. The project is based on applying bricolage principles, a method of “urban surgery” similar to Mi-chelangelo’s baroque modifications to the Capitiline Hill in Rome.
EXISTING SITE CONDITIONS
EXISTING SITE CONDITIONSKLEMAN PLAZATALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
1. Eye/Street LevelCreate an explicit entrance. A clearly de-fined circulation path will be noticeable at street level.
2. FoodA series of food vendor will be located along the main circulation path.
3. CenterA clearly defined and identifiable center is created. All other minor focal points are connnected to the center of the plaza. At the center stands a water fountain, which is visible from all directions.
4. Sittable SpacesSittable spaces are created not only by Sittable spaces are created not only by benches under the trees but also by ledges around the park. The ledges around the green spaces are designed to accomodate persons sitting on the ledge. No fencing or obstruction is placed on the edge.5. Sun, wind, trees and waterSittable spaces are created not only by Sittable spaces are created not only by benches under the trees but also by ledges around the park. The ledges around the green spaces are designed to accomodate persons sitting on the ledge. No fencing or obstruction is placed on the edge..
3. SITTING LAWN- A green space that is used- Families can picnic, watch the children on the play-ground
4. PLAYGROUND- Playground is part of the tree shaded green area which acts as a barrier from the street- Creating a greater variety of surfaces in the plaza. more soft scape- Low wall around the some green areas to provideseating.
2. FOOD VENDORS & MONUMENT- Create a greater vari- Create a greater vari-ety of activities in the plaza, to pull people to the plaza and keep them coming back be-cause there is always something to do.
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1. INTERACTIVE FOUNTAIN- The fountain will be an area where families can come to cool off during the hot summer months.- A waterpark is created on - A waterpark is created on the gently sloping surface.
Develop a series of design modifications / improvements based on the analysis of park existing conditions.
BRICOLAGE-Creating order from random fragments without removing the fragments.
URBAN INTERVENTION
URBAN INTERVENTIONKLEMAN PLAZATALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
Graduate Studio– Urban Interven4on-‐ North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, Florida
design
The project intent is to redesign one of the main gateways to the
city of Tallahassee. This is done by transforming this stretch of
roadway from a wasteland of sparse buildings to a connected,
vibrant stretch of roadway.
Distinctive Built Form
Street Edge Definition
High quality Public Spaces.
Connected Urban Form.
Views and vantage point
Street for cars, people and bikes.
Project Intent To re-design one of the main gateTo re-design one of the main gate-ways to Tallahassee, this would be done by transforming the stretch of road from I-10 to John Knox Road. This gateway will serve as a point to highlight the city’s distinctive char-acter as vibrant, welcoming community.
Personal RoleThe project was completed as a five person team. My role included complete 2D digital preparation of the masterplan based on our group design strategy. I completed dia-grams that explained the design strategy and fulfilled the overall masterplan representation of the masterplan representation of the design goals.
2. FOOD VENDORS & MONUMENT- Create a greater vari- Create a greater vari-ety of activities in the plaza, to pull people to the plaza and keep them coming back be-cause there is always something to do.
.
CONCEPT“Village Square- Physical and Visual Connections”
WHAT IS MISSING IN TALLAHASSEE?
EXISTING
PROPOSED
URBAN INTERVENTIONNORTH MONROE STREETTALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
PROPOSED MASTERPLAN
URBAN INTERVENTION
1. URBAN ELEMENTSFour lane trafficBike lane on curb8’-10’ sidewalks2’ green zone between bike and pedestriansMedians with pedestrian access and treesTraffic controls at main intersectionsTraffic controls at main intersectionsPedestrian Crosswalks at all intersectionsPaving material change at all intersectionsDecorative street lighting and signage
Aerial Perspective of Munroe Street
2. BUILT FORM
4 Story Height No setbacks on streetRetail on first floor, Office, ResidentialBalconies on upper floors of buildingsAccessible green spaces 3. MAJOR FEEDER LANES
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4. FEEDER LANES
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NORTH MONROE STREETTALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
design
lecture theatre
Work on this project started at the design development stage.
Responsibili@es included, but were not limited to working closely with
the Director in charge of this project, researching building code
requirements, design standards for lecture theatres and producing
construc@on documents for approval by the governing city authority.
The scope included working with the Mechanical Engineer in achieving and maintaining the architects vision for the design of the lecture theatres.
Researching specifica@ons, as well as detailing specific areas, which were
also important tasks.
The sec@onal study model was constructed to demonstrate the
integra@on of the services, structure and form.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
These two 150 seat lecture theatres form part of the 250,000 sq. state of the art basic medical sciences facility at University of the West Indies Mona Campus, Kingston, Jamaica.
Personal RoleThe role I played on this project is by producing drawings from The role I played on this project is by producing drawings from design development to construction which involved t interior design supervised by the lead architect. I liaised with structural and me-chanical engineers, and performed code research.
300 SEAT LECTURE HALLKINGSTON, JAMAICA
LT Level 1105.3
LT Level 0101.25
Alucobond panels with mill finish secured to concrete walls, all joints to be cap hat connection
Concrete wall with smooth render finish
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LT Level 0101.25
Alucobond panels with mill finishsecured to concrete walls, all
joints to be cap hat connection
Concrete wall with smoothrender finish
LT Level 1105.3
LT Level 0101.25
Alucobond panels with mill finish secured to concrete walls, all joints to be cap hat connection
Concrete wall with smooth render finish
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LT Level 1105.3
LT Level 0101.25
Alucobond panels with mill finish secured to concrete walls, all joints to be cap hat connection
Concrete wall with smooth render finish
Horizontal plastic Wall bead installation spline interrupted by vertical spline running through and fastenedto wall with appropriate fasteners as per manufacturers instructionsitem # 5860
Aluminium Wall installation spline item # 5858
Aluminium reveal cap accent trim in natural anodized item # 5850J09NAbeyond
Wooden finish moulding item # 5857
150mm Base Maple moulding item # 5856
Armstrong Ekos Maple unperforated panels item # 5802
DETAIL Scale: 1:101
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
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4mm thk. 1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panelRR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
Sealant with backer
Vertical joint beyond
Rivet or screw alucobond clip (typical)
DETAILScale 1:23
Aluminium clip
Metal flashing
Roof membrane
Continuous frame. colour coded to match panel colour
Continuous gasket
Structural silicone
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
DETAILScale 1:22
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E clip
Rivet or screw alucobond to clip (typical)
RR1-A clip (modified)
Sealant with backer
DETAILScale 1:24
Horizontal plastic Wall bead installation spline interrupted by vertical spline running through and fastenedto wall with appropriate fasteners as per manufacturers instructionsitem # 5860
Aluminium Wall installation spline item # 5858
Aluminium reveal cap accent trim in natural anodized item # 5850J09NAbeyond
Wooden finish moulding item # 5857
150mm Base Maple moulding item # 5856
Armstrong Ekos Maple unperforated panels item # 5802
DETAIL Scale: 1:101
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
2
A/A414a
3
A/A414a
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A/A414a
4mm thk. 1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panelRR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
Sealant with backer
Vertical joint beyond
Rivet or screw alucobond clip (typical)
DETAILScale 1:23
Aluminium clip
Metal flashing
Roof membrane
Continuous frame. colour coded to match panel colour
Continuous gasket
Structural silicone
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
DETAILScale 1:22
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E clip
Rivet or screw alucobond to clip (typical)
RR1-A clip (modified)
Sealant with backer
DETAILScale 1:24
Horizontal plastic Wall bead installation spline interrupted by vertical spline running through and fastenedto wall with appropriate fasteners as per manufacturers instructionsitem # 5860
Aluminium Wall installation spline item # 5858
Aluminium reveal cap accent trim in natural anodized item # 5850J09NAbeyond
Wooden finish moulding item # 5857
150mm Base Maple moulding item # 5856
Armstrong Ekos Maple unperforated panels item # 5802
DETAIL Scale: 1:101
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
2
A/A414a
3
A/A414a
4
A/A414a
4mm thk. 1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panelRR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
Sealant with backer
Vertical joint beyond
Rivet or screw alucobond clip (typical)
DETAILScale 1:23
Aluminium clip
Metal flashing
Roof membrane
Continuous frame. colour coded to match panel colour
Continuous gasket
Structural silicone
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
DETAILScale 1:22
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E clip
Rivet or screw alucobond to clip (typical)
RR1-A clip (modified)
Sealant with backer
DETAILScale 1:24
Horizontal plastic Wall bead installation spline interrupted by vertical spline running through and fastenedto wall with appropriate fasteners as per manufacturers instructionsitem # 5860
Aluminium Wall installation spline item # 5858
Aluminium reveal cap accent trim in natural anodized item # 5850J09NAbeyond
Wooden finish moulding item # 5857
150mm Base Maple moulding item # 5856
Armstrong Ekos Maple unperforated panels item # 5802
1524mm X 3099 Alucobond panel
RR1-E (clip)
RR1-A (clip)
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design
The research focused on the understanding of how architecture
can be posi-vely and contemporarily influenced by the
cultural iden-ty of a people or place.
The area of focus was on the redevelopment of the Kingston
waterfront in Jamaica by the insighiul design of a cultural arts
center to serve visitors and residents.
Master of Architecture Thesis
Culture and Architecture: A demonstraZon of culturally responsive architecture in
Kingston, Jamaica