portfolio

Larry Chanlarry.chan90@gmail.com646-392-6345

98 Bay 37th Street Brooklyn, NY 11214

Studio Art

Design Studio

Abroad

Positive / Negative Fröbel Chess

Rhythm

Design Process

Charcoal Drawing

Technical Skills

Resumé

Architectural Drafting Google SketchUp

Studio Art

Positive/NegativeDesign

In order to

understand negative

and positive

spaces, I designed

a mold in which

to cast plaster.

Bi-directional

curves became the

overlying design of

this project.

Sculpture

As an initial study of the human anatomy,

I looked at the structure of the skull, first

analyzing it with metal wires, and then

finalized with a plaster cast carving

Charcoal Drawings

Dimensions: 30in x 40in

Dimensions: 15in x 20in

Dimensions: 15in x 20in

Dimensions: 30in x 40in

Fröbel Chess SetI designed a chess set with the concept of adaptability and infinite

combinations in mind. In order to preserve structural integrity, I

revolved around the dovetail joint as the connection points.

Design Studio

Starting with a diagram of Star Wars

characters and their respective origins,

I used the triangle in the lower left as

a datum to orient my grid, and worked

intensively with the curve to create my

form.

Process

I began to finalize ideas and forms,

following the concept of overlapping

planes. I kept the curvilinear element as

compositional balance

Abroad

Dancers typically take advantage of

different levels to dramatically improve

their dynamism in not just the horizontal

plane, but also the vertical plane. This

concept of motion and height fostered

inspiration to begin designing housing for

an aspiring dancer.

Rhythm

DR Byen in Copenhagen, Denmark

Technical Skills

During my high school career, I had

enrolled in classes to learn several

technical skills related to architecture,

including drafting and some modeling.

These are several drawings I produced

back then.

Architectural Drafting

Google SketchUp

Maho Bay Eco-Resort on St. John’s Island

required a new design for their staff and guest

housing as well as a standardized design for

their add-on living spaces. In collaborating with

two other interns, and basing the form on a

conch shell, we came up with this design.

Staff Tent

Accumulating ideas collected through

trips around the island and efficient

designs, we maximized space efficiency,

cost and flexibility for residing guests.

Concordia guest tents

Guest Tent

The large swinging doors allowed for

customers to change the space as they

saw fit; if they preferred a balcony, the

doors could be “closed,” and if they

wanted more interior space, they could

“open” the doors.

Using similar language as the guest tent,

we came up with this design for the

attachable bedroom pod.

Bedroom Pod

Resumé

Brooklyn NY 11214

98 Bay 37th Street,

(646)392 - 6345

Education

Notable

Experience

Larry.chan90@gmail.com

Minor: Psychology with a concentration in Sociology

May 2012GPA: 3.39Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies

Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva, NY

Larry Chan

Danish Institute for Study Abroad - DenmarkStudied history and mentality of industrial, architectural, and product design. Applied theoretical design while incorporating aspects of location, culture, and style.

June 2008 - PresentBrooklyn, NY

various power tools, construction techniques and design abilities to create

wood construction.

Assists in renovating several small private residences by utilizing skills with

more efficient spaces. Projects include plumbing, electrical, plasterwork, and

B.C. General Contractor Assistant Contractor

June 2012 - July 2012Maho Bay Eco-Resort Design Intern

campground to sustain it’s functionability and utility, including maintenance

SketchUp, keeping a minimal ecological footprint while updating the usability by adding design aspects obtained from the campsite, other resorts, and through original ideas.

St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands Collaborated with two other interns on specific projects around the

of boardwalks, tents, and plumbing. Redesigned the tents using Google

April 2011 - May 2011and May 2012

HWS Bloomfest Bloomfront RenovatorWorked in collaboration with students of Hobart and William Smith Colleges to reintroduce arts to the local community showcasing student work. Volunteered to assist in demolition, repainting and reorganizing interior. Facilitated revitalizing the exterior in order to attract customers into the gallery

Geneva, NY

March 2008 - May 2012Sodexo Logistics TransporterSupported campus wide events through punctual and well managed

Geneva, NY

distributions. Coordinated and consolidated deliveries in a well scheduled and fast paced environment, ensuring that events are well supplied and organized.

Architectural Design IUnderstood process design, developing forms by extracting from two dimensional design to three dimensions. Based form on various aspects including light, shadow, depth and flow.

June 2011 - July 2011

May 2011 - August 2011

June 2009 - July 2009

Haym Soloman Home Transporter

Parker International Assistant Contracts Intern

Assisted the elderly in managing their rehabilitation schedule by escorting Brooklyn, NY

them to and from physical and occupational therapy. Also coordinated their attendance and transportation to events throughout the home.

assisted in logistics. Ensured that the clients received their products on a timely and reasonable budget.

Corresponded with clients on deals and provided estimates as well as

Archived completed and current projects as well as organized the office June 2008Shiming Tam Architects

in order to maximize efficiency. Assisted in field verifications for several projects.

Manhattan, NY

Program Skills

Language Bilingual in spoken Cantonese and EnglishModerate in written and spoken Mandarin

Adobe Photoshop Google SketchUpPreziAutodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Powerpoint

Adobe InDesignAdobe Bridge

Private TutorPrepared and tutored two high school students for their high school curriculum and exams. I helped them with homework, coursework, and with exams such as the SAT and the Regents exams.

Brooklyn, NY September 2007- January 2008

and May 2009 - July 2009

Falkner Island Tern ResearchManaged and tracked tern travel patterns and reproduction rates. Assisted

Faulkner Island, CT

in resupplying and maintaining the island’s resources. Trapped, counted, and banded newborn chicks as well as new or returning migrating terns.

June 2009

NY Downtown Hospital Manhattan, NYManaged financial records as well as billing patients and their relative insurance companies. Organized the working environment on a daily basis maximizing efficiency and productivity.

June 2006 - July 2006

Hester Street Collaborative Layout Intern Manhattan, NYHelped maintain their existing projects and with layout of presentation of new projects. Organized the office to create a more functional and positive working environment. Worked with high school students to introduce and incorporate design for their neighborhood park.

July 2010

BCA Summer Day CampAssisted teachers during class times to maintain a smooth and fluid lesson through explaining and clarifying questions that the students may have. Led outdoor activities in order to provide a balanced and stable learning envi-ronment. Supplemented class lessons with own language skills.

June 2007 - July 2007Brooklyn, NY