portfolio graduate and undergraduate (s-2013)
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This portfolio contain information, images and renderings of projects developed during my Undergraduate studies in the Instituto Tecnologico de Costa Rica, and Graduates studies in Clemson University, SC.TRANSCRIPT
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carlos gonzalez aguilarPortfolio graduate + undergraduate 2013
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2This portfolio contents a brief description of several projects developed during my undergraduate level in the School of Architecture and Urbanism in the Instituto Tecnologico de Costa Rica and in the first semester for my graduate level in the School of Architecture in Clemson University, South Carolina.The intention is to demonstrate my different abilities in design, composition, conceptualization, structure, function, aesthetic, among other.Research was an implicit activity that is not mention broadly but was part of the process to have the final outputs represented in this document
Contact information:Name: Carlos Gonzalez AguilarEmail: [email protected] [email protected]: 864-650-2352Address: 103 University Village Dr, Apart. 119C, Central, South CarolinaZip code: 29630
Currently in process for Licensing as architect in Colegio de Ingenieros y Arquitectos de Costa Rica.
As well registered for the Intern Development Program as a requirement for the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards in USA.
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Brewery Design
Community Center
Building Box
Train & Bus Station
Health Center
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5Brewery DesignArch 851Graduate, Clemson University1 semester2012Greenville, ScUlrike Heine
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6The initial intention was to experiment with cells as a concept that led into organic configurations of the functions, form and structure. Cells are independent but interrelated units that work together for a specific goal, besides they have characteristic shapes for different organisms. They keep an appearance of roundness and smoothness that work as inspiration for this project.The purpose was the development of a building that had the potential to broken the orthogonal layout currently predominant in Downtown Greenville. At the same time to work as an iconic node and a project to reinforce the public space and the rich diversity of activities developed along the year in the outdoors of this city.
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Site location. South Main St and East Broad St, Greenville South Carolina.
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The final configuration of the project was the result of many approximation made on physical and virtual models to understand the geometry, the forces from and to the site and the appropriate intentions. The process was integrated with the development of structural models that also serves to reveal the spatial quality, the materiality and the aesthetic of the building
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9The program was divided into three categories: the restaurant, the shop-visitor center, and the production and administrative area. These categories represented the individual units of the building that were linked through the plaza. The composition of these spaces was defined using cells as inspiration as mentioned before. Therefore a radial distribution of the functions, as well as for the structure, round shapes for the envelopes and dynamism observed in the appearance of the building contributed all to contain the essence of the project, the concept.
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Food Festival in Greenville
The main idea of the project was to integrate the pubic activities of Greenville with the Brewery in a way that is beneficial for the project and also for the city
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Pedestrian circulation
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Characteristics of this project:
Reinforce of the public activities in Greenville
Organic shapes that contrast with the orthogonality of the city
Public spaces for the enjoyment of the users that become flexible, reconfigurable and dynamic
Development of a brewery as a place for encounter, interaction and entertainment.
Incorporation of the idea of a tour experience in the brewery process
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Community Center2Au 5408Undergraduate, TEC2 semesters2011-2012San Jose, Costa RicaFrancisco Castillo
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Map of figure ground in the area of study
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Aspects considered for the urban intervention
Building recycle
Urban Regeneration
Human Development
This design was part of the Final Graduation Project to complete the career of Architecture in Costa Rica.The Community Center was the final result after developing an extensive urban research to determine the needs of a degraded urban environment located in San Jose, Costa Rica.These images show the degree of decay in the constructed environment that has also affect the social and cultural dynamic of the zone.
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Spoilage
The urban analysis was based of theories of Kevin Lynch and Santiago Munizaga. There were used maps to represent the information that the zone of study presented.For the proposal there was paid close attention to the context, also environmental factors and the necessities of the community.The intention with the Community Center was to improve the quality of life of the residents and to revitalize a decayed urban area.
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Urban reinstatement
The project made used of a existing building to develop the proposal. The idea was to make use of the infrastructure as well as the columns, beams, slabs, among other due to their current good quality.The function program was segmented into three categories: public space, social activities and cultural activities. All of these aim to develop the abilities, virtues, principles and strengths of the community in order to improve their quality of life.
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The idea to provide a Community Center to a determined population is to offer the activities, spaces, value and perception of the place to dignify their lives, improve their health, encourage the local economy and worked as a catalyze for other future developments.As architects we have the responsibility to responds in a coherent and sensible way to the necessities of the people in order to provide our knowledge in benefit of other.
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Urban Regenerat ion
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The final proposal was pretty respectful of the social, cultural and constructed context in order to develop a project that really respond to a location and has the potential to revitalize and urban area in decay.This was possible due to the extensive urban analysis and field study to really understand the zone and the population of the place.
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Building Box3Arch 811 Graduate, Clemson university1 semester2013Clemson, S.C.Douglass Hecker
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Train and Bus Station4Au 5320Undergraduate, TEC1 semester2011San Jose, Costa RicaMarlene Ilama
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This project was a result of a Master Plan developed in Calle Blancos, an urban area of San Jose, Costa Rica that has experimented a process of decay in some sectors but also an industrial grow in some other areas. This plan consisted of an analysis of this zone to determine the current situation, the functionality of the place, the urban fabric, any possible social and economical pressure and the perception and use of the space.The Master Plan showed the lack of entailment within and out of this zone that is the result of an inefficient transportation system. The site for the Station was located in a strategic point to satisfy the needs of the community, the industrial companies of the zone and nearby neighborhoods.
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Concept: Democracy. Source image: Google
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The parti was created (along with the concept) with the intention to guide the design process.I considered two main activities, the bus and train transportation. These were separated but interdependent configuring a compound unit. Therefore enhancing the characteristics of a walkable complex, also encouraging the use of the other commercial and entertainment activities added to this stationThe central plaza is the protagonist of the relationship between the bus and the trainThe easy access for all user was essential to achieve the premise of the Master Plan to guarantee efficient and convenient connectivity within the zone and nearby areas.
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Source of employment
Enhance the public transportation
Recycle urban infrastructure
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General program
Public space, plaza
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Figure 3.9 Section through Train Station
Bus Station 3D section
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With a Train and Bus Station in the zone of study is possible to make a better use of the different systems of public transportation that are currently disarticulated, therefore improving the urban mobility for all the users, but always preferring the public transportation over the automobile.Efficiency, connectivity and public space characterized this project in order to enhance the different activities of the zone and achieve an urban integration in a positive cycle of growing (industry - commerce - transportation)
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Health Center5Au 5419Undergraduate, TEC1 semester2011San Jose, Costa RicaFrancisco Castillo
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Zone of study. Site and areas of urban decay and grow
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This project was a result of the Master Plan carried out in Calle Blancos, Costa Rica.
The plan showed the necessity of a health center. Almost 20 000 people live in this urban area and responding to health and public attention regulations it is mandatory to provide them with a basic health service.
The category in Costa Rica for this Health Center is a EBAIS (Establecimiento Sede de los Equipos Basicos de Atencion Integral en Salud), which is smaller than a clinic.
In these centers the users can be attended in order to get a basic service related with health and wellness. Severe or serious ill problems should be moved to the closer clinic or hospital.
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Physical wellbeing
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Urban RegenerationThe project was intended to remodel an abandoned building located in the area of study. The structure inside does not present any damages and is located in a strategic site near to residents and other important areas.
t is an underutilized building that would be ideal for the purpose of the Health Center according to the Master Plan developed for the zone.
Besides it is important to improve the image and perception of the zone providing good architecture that enhance the aesthetic, function, and integration with the urban system.
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Building recycling
With this center the community could have access to a basic health service where mind, body and society will be the priority. The center will include spaces for exercise, meetings, and also for medical attention.The main space is base in a triple height to allow as much ventilation and light as possible for the different levels.Some other spaces are dedicated for meditation and relaxation.Wood is one of the material used to give an appearance of warm. It was projected to be used in the facades and internal spaces.Light as also an important aspect. Big windows are disposed in the facades changing the all configuration of the building allowing much more natural light.
Concept: Trees as inspiration for the central element that emphasizes the main access. Trees are also objects that remind about life, grow, strength.
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Passive strategies for cooling and protection from direct solar radiation were considered. The building is located in latitude 10 N therefore south facade has less glass surfaces contrary to north facades where diffuse radiation is desired.
Sufficient natural light for interior spaces
Water collector
Use of Vegetation
Big slopes for heavy rain
Public access
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Wide flange structure and hollow structure as support
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Translucent roof sheathings
Wood louvers for ventilation
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Cafeteria Reception Administration Office Pharmacy Medical Consultation Registry Waiting Areas Employees Area
Laboratory Mechanical and electrical
Rooms Conference Room Physical Therapy Restrooms Emergency Stairs Elevator and main stairs
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Main floorBasement #1Basement #2Basement #3
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Volume subtraction to allow more natural light
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The information, images and comments of the previews pages represent a synopsis of several projects developed through my undergraduate in the
Instituto Tecnologico de Costa Rica and Graduates studies in Clemson University, S.C.
They try to depict the use of different material, functions, structures, aesthetic and typologies that were considered along the design process.