darion a. zieglerB.S. ARchitectuRe poRtfolio 2014univeRSity of cincinnAti

darion a. zieglerReSume

educAtion

2011-2015 University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning School of Architecture and Interior Design Expected B.S. in Architecture 2007-2011 Marion Local High School, Maria Stein, Ohio High school honors diploma, May, 2011 Rank 3/77

expeRience2013 Richard Henry Behr Architects, Scarsdale, NY Sep 2013-Dec 2013

Architectural Co-op StudentAssisted in visualization and submission of working drawings for city Board of Architectural Review.

2013 Schickel Design, Cincinnati, Ohio Jan 2013-May 2013Architectural Co-op StudentAssisted in design and presentation of proposals, as Well as various office administrative duties.

2011 Dannon Inc., Minster Ohio, June 2012-Aug2012Production Worker at the Dannon yogurt factoryRan the packaging line

2010-2011 Wendy’s New Bremen Ohio, March 2010-September 2011 Crew Member Trained other employees Employee of the Month for September 2010

honoRS University of Cincinnati Honors Program Cincinnatus Scholarship Dannon Child of Employee Scholarship (2 years) Deans Lists (2 years) Vincent Gagel Scholarship Marion Community Scholarship National Honor Society Member

2013 2013 2012-2013 2009-2012 2012 2012

2011-2012 2012 2007-2011 2011

SkillS

3dsMaxGrasshopperMayaV-Ray

ManualWood WorkingModel BuildingDraftingPaintingRendering

communityOver-the-Rhine Community Housing VolunteerDAAPWorks VolunteerCET Action Auction VolunteerMaria Stein Spirtual Center VolunteerRelay for Life ParticipantWinterguard International

ActivitieSUniversity of Cincinnati Bearcat Bands UC Bearcat Bands Accents WinterguardMarion Local High School Marching Band (Secretary)Synergy Winterguard (Rifle Line)

DigitalRevitAutoCadSketch-UpAdobe Creative SuiteRhino

expeRience2013 Richard Henry Behr Architects, Scarsdale, NY Sep 2013-Dec 2013

Architectural Co-op StudentAssisted in visualization and submission of working drawings for city Board of Architectural Review.

2013 Schickel Design, Cincinnati, Ohio Jan 2013-May 2013Architectural Co-op StudentAssisted in design and presentation of proposals, as Well as various office administrative duties.

2011 Dannon Inc., Minster Ohio, June 2012-Aug2012Production Worker at the Dannon yogurt factoryRan the packaging line

2010-2011 Wendy’s New Bremen Ohio, March 2010-September 2011 Crew Member Trained other employees Employee of the Month for September 2010

over-the-rhinevision studyA viSion of otR, cincinnAtiSchickel Design partnered with Over-The-Rhine CommunityHousing to create a vision study of how a small portion of OTR could be transformed and renovated. Studies done in this project include site plans for the area, models of prospective buildings, and renders of what the site may look like.

imAGe cReAted uSinG Rhino, Revit, And AdoBe cReAtive Suite

15th & Race complex

libeRty st. complex

couRtyaRd caRRiage houses bRownstone units

peRSpective ReSidentiAl modelSthe BRownStone modelThe Brownstone model above was developed specifically for the study. It includes a “garden level apartment” which may be rented or used as a rec room, and two additional floors. A garage is located in the garden level and the top of the garage is a terrace.

As seen on the left, the Brownstone Model underwent many iterations before the final version was created. The final version is meant to blend in with the Victorian style housing that is commonplace in OTR, while not being directly Victorian itself.

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commeRciAl modelS15th & RAce complexThe Vision Study also required new commercial and mixed use buildings. This schematic design at the corner of 15th and Race includes commercial shops on the ground floor, and residential on the upper levels. OTR Community Housing expressed interest in exploiting the existing brick structure on the site. Therefore, a glass atrium space is included around it, allowing than old mural on the side to be seen. These models were produced using Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

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poolhouse on the riverA SpA/poolhouSe deSiGn

pool houSe

The dominant feature of the site was the river that runs through it; the design for the poolhouse responds to this river in a variety of ways to create a nautical space throughout the poolhouse. The adjacent river provided unique inspiration for the poolhouse. As water might be forced around an object in a river, people are forced to move around obstacles in the design. As patrons circulate, the canopy above mimics the surface of water. Apertures in this canopy create light patterns that encourage movement throughout the space.

lAyeRinG There is a distinct layering of materials in the poolhouse. The concrete base is layered under the wooden walls, which is layered with metal columns, which is topped with the fabric canopy. These layers are all on distinct grids. The dynamic tension of the canopy creates a more open and energetic space upon entering the poolhouse and a more compressed atmosphere that discourages movement and encourages stopping towards the poolhouse’s termination.

clifton libraryludlow, cincinnAti

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This library was developed through a series of initial site studies, including the previous sketches. Based on these studies, the design was massed through physical and digital models intermittently. The final design focused on the evolution of the library. The further one penetrated the space of the library, the more modern its functions became.

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Traditional

Transitional

Modern Audiovisual/Computers/Laptops/Teen/Children/Lounge/OpenPlan

Periodicals/Newspapers/Magazines/Balcony

Books/Stacks/ArtBooks/Offices/Circulation

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modeRn

tRAnSitionAl

tRAditionAl

The floor plans of the Clifton Branch Library display the organization grid prominently. The relationship between the angles of the site was meant to be reflected in plans. The floor plans were produced using Revit.

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Transverse Section

Traditional

Transitional

Modern Audiovisual/Computers/Laptops/Teen/Children/Lounge/OpenPlan

Periodicals/Newspapers/Magazines/Balcony

Books/Stacks/ArtBooks/Offices/Circulation

cReAted with Revitt And AdoBe cReAtive Suite

inteRioR SpAceSpeRSpectiveS

Sequence

Interior qualities were an important part of the development process for the Clifton Branch Library. The library’s program necessitated large, open spaces suitable for heavy circulation, and smaller, more comfortable spaces suitable for individuals to occupy for reading. The interior perspectives shown here were produced using a variety of media, including Revit, hand rendering techniques, and Adobe Creative Suit.

The perspectives below demonstrate how a person might approach the library from the street. The sequence of drawings details the spatial changes a user feels as they enter the compressed entry-way of the library from the street before being released into the atrium.

in GRAphite, chARcoAl, And diGitAl mediA

walnut hillsBRAnch liBRARy

hAnd dRAfted in ink on velum

The Walnut Hills Library is a Carnegie library located at 2533 Kemper Ln in Cincinnati, OH. Measuring and surveying the building resulting in a hand drafted exploded axon. Also shown are diagrams of the library created using Adobe Illustrator.

dRAftS And diAGRAmS

SpAciAl unitAS pRoject mAnAGeR

new kind of brick:

The final project of first year architecture was a class project. The studio of 16 people was assigned to make a spatial unit that could be mass produced and configured to encompass 600 cubic feet of space. The studio elected me as project manager. In this position, I assisted with the design process, delegated tasks, and managed deadlines.

The unit was designed so one side would be flat while another side could be rough and extruded. Stained OSB and birch were used to create a tessellating pattern. The different materials also emphasized the central heavy piece apart with its lighter additions.

ridgway housingwooneRf deSiGn & the livinG StReetThis proposed design for Ridgeway uses the idea of a “woonerf” or living street. This is a street type that utilizes such conventions as curved roads, few sign markings, and integrated parking to create an interaction between the pedestrians, drivers, and environment. This idea of woonerf streets reinforces the idea of creating a community environment through housing design.

ACurved Sidewalk

Woonerf Parking

Forcourt of the Royal CreasantBath, England

Houses along a semicircleMariemont, OH

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IndustrialCommercialResidentialGreen Space

affordable

market rate

This housing strategy will attempt to accommodate existing residents while attracting higher income tenants by creating a safe environment, providing access to services, promoting a sense of community, and creating aesthetically pleasing housing.If a living environment fits the needs of its residents while being affordable, it will attract a range of tenants.

AffordableMarket rate

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avondale & grids

Foliage and landscapingAffordable rateMarket rate

mARket vS. AffoRdABle

RidGewAy Avenue Site StudyAs a way to both connect the superblocks and utilize existing greenspace, the following housing plans both use pedestrian paths to cut across the blocks. By adding connectivity and pedestrian access to the spaces, the commercial districts along Reading Road may be revitalized.

artwork

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deScRiptionS:

Pointillism tree in acrylic on canvas,Coke bottle perspective in pastel on paper,Rendition of “Nighthawk” by Edward hopper in graphite on paper,New York harbor building in acrylic on canvas.

water colorSketcheS And RendeRinGwAteR coloR on pApeR