krista glanville portfolio
DESCRIPTION
Collection of student work from my undergraduate architecture degree at Rensselaer Polytechnic InstituteTRANSCRIPT
GRÜNE AUFHÄNGER (NEW COMMERZBANK TOWER)
By reconceptualizing the domain of the core of the skyscraper, which is traditionally used as a structural component as well as provide vertical circulation, our building creates new social and bioclimactic characteristics that help link the program of the tower to Frankfurt’s natural and urban ecologies and works in conjunction with the tower shell to capture and distribute solar and wind resources.
with MAE-LING LOKKO, CARESSA SIU, NICHOLAS WINTERJEFFERSON ELLINGER, RPI + CASE at SOM, FALL 2011
Structure
Structure + Shell
Structure + Core Skin
Domain of core and circulation
DOUBLE FACADE SYSTEM TO PREVENT HEAT LOSS
LIGHT SHELF TO DIFFUSE LIGHT FURTHER INTO FLOOR PLATE
GREEN VERTICAL PLANT ECOLOGY TO SERVE AS SCREENING FOR HOT SUMMER SUN AND ALLOW LIGHT IN
DURING THE WINTERVENTURI DEVICE PLACED AT END
OF FLOORPLATES TO AID PASSIVE VENTILATION STRATEGIES
Solar studies done with Grasshopper for Rhino
Sectional cut through tower
TECTONIC GARDEN
Through exploration of the interactive and dependent qualities of weaving as applied to fabric structures, the design of these towers were achieved through a network of multifuntional vertical and horizontal elements that grow upon itself to create a unique weave complimentary to the urban fabric of Shanghai.
GUSTAVO CREMBIL, RPI + TONGJI UNIVERSITY at TONGJI, SPRING 2012
Weaving diagrams and weaving models done as preliminary excersises for the studio
PARK
TOWER FOUR [From 55M to 70M]
T1 250 M
T2 210 M
T3 210 M
T4 130 M
RETAIL
RETAIL
EXO-LLENCE
In this parametrically driven design, intended to be a Center for Excellence on RPI campus, repetitive components form an exoskeleton containing a differentiated body, which then unleashes a set of effects that inform the layout and structure of floors. By decentralizing and pushing circulation and program to the exterior of the project, staggered floor plates divide the space without segregating, allowing users to employ the space freely.
JOE MACDONALD, RPI FALL 2012
SOUTH ELEVATION
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
Grasshopper algorithm defining form, facade, floors, fenestration
WRAPPING EXTERIOR CIRCULATION
RESTROOMSPUBLIC AMPHITHEATER
3RD FLOOR CAFEELEVATORS
SUPPORTING STRUCTURE
SLOPING SITE
Exploded axonometric of building in site with program called out
Diagrams of repeated units: on the top, the structural skin, and on the bottom, the floor plates
SUBMERGE / EMERGE
My partner Tom Roland and I used the concept design from Matteo Cainer Architects’ entry for the National Museum of Afghanistan competition. We developed our own interpretation based on the breaking of the cube to result in the creation of different volumes. Visitors enter by traveling through the portal at the low end of the museum, which takes them below ground to a courtyard centered around a tree. From there, they can rise up through four scattered circulatory vessels that allow visitors to have a unique and individual experience. The museum is sited in Kabul and communicates Islamic themes through architecture and exhibits.
JEFFERSON ELLINGER & MARK MISTUR, RPI SPRING 2013
Window location for light
Window location for light and view
Window location for view
Window location for prayer
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Sectional model 1:50
Sectional model 1:50
Exterior amphitheater Exterior render
Slice of landscape design
Longitudinal section
CLOUD: NEGATIVE SPACE INVASION
Part of my time at Gensler was spent dedicated to working collaboratively with fellow interns (Clifford Ho, Marissa Everling) on a competition entry for Metropolis Magazine’s Workplace of the Future Competition. Our entry addressed utilizing negative space between buildings to grow the floor plate of existing companies and increase connections between buildings.
METROPOLIS MAGAZING WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE COMPETITION
Look at those Clouds!!
Dead-ends allow for comfortable lounge space Circulation on one side and workspace on the other
Adjustable displays allow for sitting or standing workspaces
Straight units allow for speedy circulation Ample space for large groups when circulation is not necessary
GREEN SPACE Incorporating vegetation into the facade is good for the environment and workers
CIRCULATION = COLLABORATION Pairing pathway with desk space maximizes chance encounters between workers
AIR SPACE Utilizing typically ignored roof planes as balcony space so users can get some fresh air
LOUNGE SPACE Giving workers a place to relax lets them have a good mental break from their work; it also gives them a chance to talk with coworkers fostering conversation, collaboration and innovationFOCUS WORK Heads-down space to maximize
individual productivity
FLEXIBLE POLYMER WITH SHAPE MEMORY ALLOY FACADEAllowing the skin of the building to move allows it to adapt to the constantly changing environment for the benefit of the user
FLEXIBLE DISPLAYLarge, flexible touch screen displays allow the office to go paperless and ideas to be easily shared through a connected network
CARBON FIBER STRUCTUREMaking the structural pieces of the system out of carbon fiber makes the units lightweight and strong
KRISTA GLANVILLEkristaglanville.com
Tongji University, College of Architecture and Urban PlanningShanghai, ChinaSpring 2012Study Abroad Student Traveled through Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and to major cities in China Lived in Shanghai for four months while studying at Tongji University Partnered with Tongji University CAUP students for a joint studio Studied Chinese language, painting, calligraphy and culture
Center for Architecture, Science and Ecology (RPI+SOM)New York, New YorkFall 2011Research Student Worked along side Master and PhD students at SOM’s New York office Participated in research of environmental technology for architecture Specific research pertained to thermal capacitors and collecting solar energy
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, School of ArchitectureTroy, New YorkMay 2014Bachelor of Architecture Participated in studios that utilize parametric design software Grasshopper Classes encompass architectural history, theory and intensive design studios Two-time Change the World Challenge winner
EDUCATION
Studio S Squared ArchitectureSan Jose, CaliforniaSummer/Winter 2011, Summer/Winter 2012Architect Intern Shared the same responsibilities as permanent employees Participated in schematic design and compiled DD and CD sets Modeled and rendered projects using SketchUp and drafted in AutoCAD Met with clients, saw projects through to submittals, and visited job sites
WORK
GenslerSan Francisco, CaliforniaSummer 2013Architect Intern Worked on the future Nvidia headquarters during DD phase Helped prepare presentations and participated in client meetings Aided interior design team with schematic programming process Built a lot of study models!