Kelsey J. Nilsen | Portfolio 2014Portfolio 2014

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RESUME

DUFFERIN REDUX

Studio : ARCH2013: SUPERSTUDIO

Supervisor: Laura Miller Advisor: Stephen Verderber

CASE ++

Studio: ARCH2013: SUPERSTUDIO

Supervisor: Laura Miller Advisor: Stephen Verderber

ARCTIC ADAPTIONS; FINDING HOME

Venice Biennale 2014 Competition Entry

Supervisor; Mason White Advisor; Ted Kesik

CYMBALISTA SYNAGOGUE CASE STUDY

Studio: ARCH1012

Supervisor: Shane Williamson Advisor: Aziza Chaouni

MAGGIE CENTRE TORONTO

Studio: ARCH1012

Supervisor: Shane Williamson Advisor: Aziza Chaouni

FOLDED & CURVED

Studio: ARCH1011

Supervisor: Robert Levit Advisor: Christos Marcopolous

GARAGE DESIGN

Studio : ARCH 411/511: Building Technology, UBC

Professor: Greg Johnson

AUNTIES & UNCLES BRAND REFRESH

Graphic Design

Coordinator: Kevin Sugden

Portfolio 2014

DUFFERIN REDUX : URBAN AGRARIANISM

Studio : ARCH2013: SUPERSTUDIO

Supervisor: Laura Miller Advisor: Stephen Verderber

PROJECT STATEMENT: As our cities grow and expand, agriculture moves further towards the

Periphery to make room for development and sprawl. Urban Agrarianism proposal aims to Integrate

the infrastructure to provide fresh local food in the urban context of Toronto Ontario

UP

UP

CASE ++

Studio: ARCH2013: SUPERSTUDIO

Supervisor: Laura Miller Advisor: Stephen Verderber

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GROW - City Level Park Expansion

PROJECT Statement: Case + +

Using The Competition entry for the redevelopment of Les Halles in Paris by

o.m.a. As inspiration for exploration Toronto site, case + + explores the

opportunities of subterranean retail spaces and its implications on the

ground plane. The site proximity to major transit lines and immense

community investment in an adjacent park space allowed for greater

connection and integration into the existing Toronto network.

NScale Scale

kmkm kmkm0 200200 400400 600600

Pre-fabrication techniques will benefit the northern climate

both in construction cost and economic outlook.

FINDINGHOME proposes that the 'pilot' project be

fabricated and shipped from southern Canada and

initially implemented in Iqaluit. From this point,

team members will work with the local

populatioN to develop a system, education,

and resource base for units to be

fabricated in the North.

This adaptation will provide

jobs and economic growth

to local communities,

reduce shipping costs,

and allow the

Nunavummiut to

capatalize on

the existing

stockpile of

container

resources.

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EMERGENCY SHELTERS

OTHEROWNERSHIP

STRATAOWNERSHIP

CO-OP&

CO-OWNED

SECONDARYRENTAL

PURPOSEBUILT RENTAL

NON-MARKETSOCIAL

HOUSING

TRANSITIONAL&

SUPPORTIVE

EMERGENCY SHELTERS

HOMEOWNERSHIP

PRIVATERENTALS

NON-MARKETSTAFF

HOUSING

NON-MARKETSTUDENTHOUSING

NON-MARKETSOCIAL

HOUSING

to montreAL

CHURCHILL, mb

to SANIKILUAQ

Nunavut's relative isolation from the rest of the nation has made it a territory dependent

on importation. As such, functioning port infrastructures have become imperitive in sustaining

its communities. With little to export in return, incoming shipments will often leave behind

empty ISBU shipping containers. In October of 2012, the Nunavut Housing Corporation initiated

the sale of 1000 these units to government departments, local housing agencies, and the

general public.

Designed to resist the harshest conditions with incredible stacking and weight

bearing capabilities, The availability of these containers represents a clear

opportunity for a modular housing solution.

current shipping routesinitial distribution via iqaluit

future distribution routes

CLYDE RIVER

grise FiORD

RESOLUTE bay

ARCTIC BAYPOND INLET

REPULSE BAY

BAKER LAKE

CAMBRIDGE BAY

GJOA HAVENIGLOOIK

HALL BEACH

QIKIOTARJUAO

PANGNIRTUNG

IQALUIT

KIMMIRUTWHALE COVE

ARVIAT

RANKIN INLET

CHESTERFIELD INLET CAPE DORSET

CORAL HARBOUR

TALOYOAK

KUGAARUK

POND INLET

CLYDE RIVER

HALL BEACH

CORAL HARBOUR

IQALUIT

20%20%

12%12%

5%

47%47%

20%20%

6%

50%50%

40%40%

4%

46%

24%

5%

50%

62%

0%

16%

20%

22%

20%

22%

target community

# of peopleaffected

=10 people

percentage of population

Disrepair

overcrowding

hidden homeless

FABRICATE

SHIP

RECEIVE

CONSTRUCT

LEARN

balanced housing market

existing housing market? ?implementationprocess

TT

findinghometransitional + Communal housing for Nunavummiut in need

40ft + 20ft standard isbu shipping container assembly

window apertures utilize existing corrugation patterns

anodized copper claddingw/ colored accent panels

claddingcorner detail

claddingwall section detail

southeast perspective (day)

community gathering + cooking + learning space

Southwest perspective (night)

Traditionally the form of the Inuksuk was used by Inuit culture as means of navigation and

ultimately, survival. Piles of Stone were stacked to mark a travel route, food cache, or

sacred ground. In modern Inuit culture the Inuksuk symbolizes the characteristics of

fortitude, determination, and perseverance that define their story of survival in the

north. These monuments stand today as an important connection between traditional

knowledge and modern advances within the greater context of

arctic survival and cultural growth.

For todays Inuit, findinghome aims to fill two significant gaps within nunavuts housing

market by Providing both transitional housing and communal living. this

integrated living arrangement is designed to accomodate both

entire families affected by poor housing conditions and

overcrowding while providing shelter for the hidden homeless

population. In addition, the flexible nature of prefabricated

modular design allows for the program

distribution to be changed or adapted to

the needs of any given community.

photovoltaic cellscapture solar energy

washrooms bedrooms kitchen gathering space

Workshop parking cold zone storage

FAMILY UNIT

FAMILY UNIT x 2

WOMENSCO-OP

WC facilities

learn / cook / gather

WORK SPACE & STORAGE

mENSCO-OP

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ORTHOGRAPHIC HYBRID SCALE 1:100

Pause

MovementMOVEMENT & PAUSE

Additive

SubtractiveADDITIVE & SUBTRACTIVE

SYMMETRY & BALANCE

MASSING & LIGHT

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GEOMETRYPROGRAM FOCUS Observer Focus

Transluscent Onyx Interior Lights

Diffuse Lighting

TransluscentREFLECTED CEILING PLAN

REPETITIVE TO UNIQUE

Primary Structure

Secondary StructureSTRUCTURE

Mario Botta, Cymbalista Synagogue: Case Study

Studio: ARCH2012

Supervisor: Shane Williamson Advisor: Aziza Chaouni Partner: Liheng Li

INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE11 A.M. INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE

7 P.M.

INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE11 A.M.

INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE7 P.M.

WOOD SLATS

ROOF &SKYLIGHTS

COLUMNS &RAFTERS

GLASS

WALLS &MULLIONS

LANDSCAPING &WATER MANAGEMENT

SITE DIVISION

Maggie Center Toronto

Studio: ARCH2012

Supervisor: Shane Williamson Advisor: Aziza Chaouni

PROJECT Statement: Maggie Center Toronto

Using the idea of layered structure to create depth & privacy, Materiality to evoke

warmth & an integration with the landscape to promote healing & growth, Maggie

Center Toronto aims to provide a sanctuary for those affected by the hardships of

cancer . By creating a home away from home for those seeking treatment, while

providing space for both interaction, community & space for reflection, Maggie center

Toronto strives to use architecture as a tool to begin the healing process .

STACKED PUBLIC PLAZA: FOLDED AND CURVED

Studio : ARC1011, University of Toronto

Coordinator: Robert Levit

Advisor: Christos Marcopolous

Unfolded Section

Diagram

Perspective

PROJECT Statement: Folded and Curved

Using the idea of walking in the city to create a stacked public plaza. Walking is broken down

into three categories, those who walk for relaxation, those who walk for exercise and those

who walk for transportation. Three corresponding types of stairs appear throughout the

building to allow for circulation and use.

Section 1 Through Car Elevator

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522

2502

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533

2225

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502

682

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207

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292

Elevator Mechanism

GARAGE DESIGN

Studio : ARCH 411/511: Building Technology 1

UBC Environmental Design 4th Year/M. Arch I, Winter Semester 2012

Professor: Greg Johnson

PROJECT BRIEF: GARAGE

Design a garage large enough to house

two cars and a work station area.

Concrete Foundation- Reinforced

Cut Wood Studs and Joists- Nailed

Sub Soil Layer

Gravel Back Fill for Drainage

Batt insulation

Vapour Barrier- Tyvex

Cedar Shingles (255 long)

Cedar Wood Siding (159 by 19)

Plywood Sheating- Nailed

Detail Showing Wall Assembly

Detail Showing Wall/Roof Junction

229

140

38

19

27

140

1924

191

38

140

38

148

19

218

19

159

475

102146

25 203

38

140

2%2%

2%

2%

Floor Plan of Ground Floor

4790

240

6750

2905

914

2225

3500

1750

300

5535

Concrete FlooringStainless Steel Elevator Concrete Flooring

Metal Staircase

1

22

Cup of Soup

Bowl of Soupwith Bread

Hearts of Romainewith Bacon, Parmesan and Croutons

Mixed Greenswith Red Wine Vinagrette

Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Belgian Waffles

Cinnamon French Toast

Granola

Scrambled Eggs

Omlette of the Day

Chick Pea Salad

The Chicken Caesar

Coffee / Tea

Latte

Cappuccino

Espresso

Soda

Fresh Juice

Sparkling Water

Iced Tea / Hot Chocolate

2.75

3.75

5.50

4.75

7.50

7.50

7.50

7.25

8.25

8.25

2.00

3.00

3.00

2.25

2.00

3.00

3.00

2.75

Toast - Bagel - Fruit - Cottage Cheese - Potato Salad Hash Browns - Greens - Bacon - Ham - Peameal Bacon

with Yogurt, Fruit and Maple Syrup

with Fruit and Maple Syrup

with Fruit and Maple Syrup

with Fruit and Maple Syrup

with Challah Toast and Choice of Potato Salad or Hash Browns

Green Thai Curry and Dried MangoServed with Potator Salad and Greens

Drinks

Soup & Salads

7.50

8.25

with any 3 of :

Classic Brunch

Aunties &

UnclesIts not quite breakfast, its not quite lunch.

SandwichesBreakfast Pocket

Breakfast Tacos

Breakfast Hamburger of the Day

Croque Monsieur

Grilled Canadian Cheddar

with Bacon

with Peameal Bacon

Grilled Brie

Aunties & Uncles Club

Bacon Lettuce & Tomato

Pan Bagnat

8.75

8.75

8.75

8.25

7.50

8.25

8.75

8.25

8.75

7.50

8.75

Toasted Bagelwith Cheese

Toast

Bacon

Peameal Bacon

Ham

Fruit

Cottage Cheese

Potato Salad

Hash Browns

2.002.75

2.00

2.75

3.25

2.75

2.75

2.75

2.00

2.00

Comes with your choice of potato salad, hash browns or greens

Scrambled eggs, peameal bacon, cheddar, tomato and carmelized onions with dijon aioli on focaccia

Scrambled eggs with pinto beans, cheddar, house-made chorizo sausage and cilantro sour cream on soft corn tortillas

Black forest ham and swiss cheese, grilled on challah with dijon mustard

With tomato on challah with house-made ketchup

with pear chutney and walnuts on challah

Grilled chicken breast, bacon, cheddar, lettuce and tomato with aioli on challah

with aioli on challah

Arugula, cucumber, sundred tomato, red onion, black olives and tomato with red wine vinagrette on warm focaccia with tuna

7.50

Sides

Its not quite breakfast, its not quite lunch.

74 Lippencott, at College(416) 324 - 1375auntiesanduncles.ca

Aunties &

Uncles

COMMUNITY

One essential value of Aunties & Uncles restaurants is our deep connection and integration into the community. We aim to fit our aesthetic into the existing community and exude a modest down to earth image. We purchase as much as possible from local vendors and help stimulate the local economy.

This connection to context means that no one Aunties and Uncles will be the same. The ability for each restaurant to respond to the clientele is what creates a thriving business. With such a diverse city to

feed our creative culinary inspiration, anything and everything is possible.

Location, Location, LocationMarket Overview

COLLEGE STREET AREA RESTAURANTS

THE AUNTIES & UNCLES ADVANTAGE

Aunties & Uncles restaurants offer an environment that reminds you of home. Our focus is preparing and delivering the best meal possible, and that takes time. Gone are the rushed orders of fast food restaurants, Aunties & Uncles invites you in for coffee, conversation and a sense of community. We cook all of our menu items with care and diligence to guarantee that our customers keep coming back. Delicious breakfast and lunch items are prepared in our open concept kitchen right before your eyes.

Nothing to hide here, just great food.

Food

Maggies - BrunchKrepesz - Restaurant

Sneaky Dees - Restaurant/BarFree Times Cafe - Restaurant

Nirvana - Restaurant/BarGrace Restaurant - Restaurant

KOS - BrunchCaplanskys Delicatessen - Sand-

wichesUrban Herbivore - Vegetarian

The Grilled Cheese - Grilled Cheese

Coffee

Second CupManic CoffeeCafe AwtashCoffee Culture

Cafe DiplomaticoSimons Coffee

StarbucksThe Green Grind

Ideal CoffeeCafe ParmenarThe Grind House

Kensingtons

PROJECT BRIEF: Aunties & Uncles Brand Redesign

By enhancing the existing character and charm of a local brunch staple, this brand

redesign aims to help the business Franchise by retaining the unique connection to

community and laid back atmosphere in a new community. Franchise kit includes menu

upgrades, creation of an identifiable brand, font & logo regulations, staff uniform and

interior design ideas and research into potential neighborhoods suitable for the success of

a franchise.

Brand Redesign: Aunties &

Uncles Restaurant

Graphic Design I, ARC 1013

Professor: Kevin Sugden

Interiors & Staff UniformsINTERIORS

Aunties & Uncles is known for its eclectic mix of vintage decor with a lived in feel that provides a cozy inviting atmosphere. We encourage our franchisees to acquire fun and interesting pieces that will appeal to the nature and individuality of each

area. Small touches can be added to subtly string a thread of continuity through the restaurant and create a distinct aunties

and uncles brand.

STAFF UNIFORMS

Aunties & Uncles relies on our staff to provide an exceptional experience

for our customers. We do not impose a formal dress code on

our employees. Some optional staff uniforms that we will be introducing

in our franchise restaurants including pocket squares and

bandanas in our signature vintage polka dot fabric.

Thank You!