jessica symons portfolio
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Jessica Symons is a graduate student at Kansas State University. She will be graduating May 2013 with her Masters of Architecture degree.TRANSCRIPT
JessicaSymonsArchitectural Portfolio
[ ]Kansas State UniversityNAAB Accredited Masters of Architecture
Jessica Marie SymonsGraduate Student
JessicaSymonsArchitectural Portfolio
Watercolor on Paper “Church of the Jubilee” | 2012
CoconutCreamPieDesign + Make Cabin Prototype | 2012 - 2013
Individual Design Phase Design Analysis Group Design Phase
Why Coconut Creme Pie?
Girl Scout Cabin PrototypeCamp Daisy, Dover, KS | Client: Girl Scouts of America | Budget: $7,500 | 2012 - 2013
Individual Vs. Group Design Construction
Adapting to topography | Raising above water line
Modular componant fabrication sequence Assemble Kit of Parts
Insulative material
Plexiglass Panel
Wood Board
Finished Modular Element Uses of Modular ElementUses of Modular Element
Entire wall opens to connect the cabin with nature
Floor Plan
17’
17’
Step 1: Existing Cabins
- Falling apart- Hard to maintain- Hot and uncomfortable- Only houses four girls- Eroding foundation
ProcessofDesign
Step 2: Individual Design
- Add color- Develop relationship to the ground- Structure in the works- Corners can be improved- Budget undetermined- Create an indoor/outdoor relationship- Maximum ventilation
Step 3: Begin Group Work
- Developing roof structure- Reworking layout- Developing interior structure- Eliminating dead spaces
Step 4: Presentation
- Create a roof and wall relationship- Maximize profitability- Increase uniqueness- Develop budget
A design is never finished, for it is the work of refinement on a set of principles. Design takes the existing and creates something better - something new. My original concept for the Camp Daisy Cabin held to the ideas of social connection, adaptability, and a connection to the natural world. Though the design grew throughout the transition from individual design to group design, the principles always remained as the founding blocks of the idea.
Phase 2: Group Design
Floor Plan | developed as a group, created by Jessica
Longitudinal Section | developed as a group, created by Jessica0 1 2 4 8
SeatonRedesignedKansas State University, Manhattan, KS | 2010Team Design Project
What's Up With Seaton Hall?
Seaton Hall, the home of the Kansas State University College of Architecture, Planning & Design, fails to adequately provide an enriching work environment for students, and inadequately represents the prestigious academic program.
Seaton Hall Redesign ProjectKSU Campus, Manhattan, KS | 2010
Individual Vs. Group Design
This studio provided and opportunity to work in groups of five people (four fourth-year students and one fifth year mentor) and learn how to design corroboratively. We worked in tandem on every element of the project and learned to delegate work, compromise ideas, and stand behind one another
A Project with Reality
Small Scale Model Large Scale Model Virtual Model
Campus Circulation Study | Produced by Jessica Symons 2010
Documentationdeveloped as a group, created by Jessica
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SustainableSeatonLEED Gold
Campus Map
TWAHotelKansas City, KS | 2011Individual Design Project
A Place of Comfort
TWA HotelKansas City, KS | 2011
A Place of Modernity Construction
Bar
Lobby
Manager’s Suite
Kitchen
Back ofHouse
Indoor Garden
Outdoor Garden
Luxury Spa
Light well, maximizing interior luminance
Metal Structure
Window panes-translucent-transparent-red translucent
Entryway and loungearea
Design Features
SpatialAnalysis
Downtown Economic Assistance CenterSan Francisco, CA | 2011Individual Design Project
Downtown Economic Assistance CenterSan Francisco, CA | 2011
What is the D.E.A.C.? What Features Are There? How Does the Trellis Work?
Living Wall
The use of a sheltering trellis decorated in vegetation and life provides both beauty and functionality to the D.E.A.C. The edible elements can be grown, harvested, and sold to provide jobs and revenue for struggling members. The green wall also provides a symbolic element of life, hope, rebirth, and
Process of Design
Structure Diagram
Structure is pulled to the exterior. Lateral bracing supports the San Francisco earthquake lateral forces.
Program Diagram
Levels are divided into uses and become more open towards the upper levels
Geometry Diagram
Rectangular forms simplify the geometry and are divided into separate spaces of activity based on program.
DiagrammingAnalysis
St. Mary’s Catholic Worship CenterSt. Mary’s, KS | 2011Individual Design Project
Worship spaces are unique to individuals, however all must evoke a sense of serenity and unity with God. A connection with nature and the landscape influences the design in this way.
A long waterfalll makes up the roof of the central corridor of the lower spaces. This underwater atmosphere provides a serence reflective space that filters the light into spiritual plays of color and ambience.
The waterfall symbolizes cleansing such as that of baptism, or a washing to make pure such as repentance.
Defining Worship
Saint Mary’s Catholic Worship CenterSt. Mary’s, KS | 2011
Features of Serentiy Symbolism
Longitudinal sectionShows chapel space and lower small chapelsLongitudinal section
Wall Analytic Section
A tectonic look at the connection displayed in the 3D wall analytic which displays construction document information on wall materials and thickensses and cable structure.
3D Wall Analytic
Analyzation of a key connection segment in which the waterfall roof plane interacts with the upper walkway and lower corridor using tension cables.
Learning Construction
The Catholic Worship Center became my first introduction to construction documents. I learned how to detail connections and combine matierals together.
ConstructionDocuments
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Entry Vestibule
Assembly ofWorship
Library
Stacks
Library
Reading
Space
Student
Chapel
Student
Chapel
Student
Chapel
Student
Chapel
Mechanical
Room
Mechanical
Room
Clergy
Room
Clergy
Room
Student
Room
Student
Room
Student
Chapel
Sacristy
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Vestry
Men’s
Restroom
Women’s
Restroom
Euchrist
Chapel
Baptistry
Mechanical
Room
Plan 2
Plan 1
Partial Wall Elevation - construction document
PhotographicExplorationAdditional Talents
Rome, ItalyOrvieto FlorenceVeniceVincenzaCinque TerraNaplesIsle of CapriPompeiiHadrian’s VillaPaestumBarcelona, SpainParis, France
StudyAbroad
EUROPE
Sketching&Watercolors
Activities and Leadership
Kansas State University | 2008 - PresentCollege of Architecture, Planning, and Design
NAAB Accredited Masters of ArchitectureGraduation May 2013
Undergraduate GPA 3.66/4.0Graduate GPA 4.0/4.0
Centro Studio - study abroad | 2012Study abroad program through
KSU and the College of Architecture, Planning & Design
Education
Women in Design Chapter of Kansas State University: FounderGraduate Student Council: Student Affairs Committee | 2012
Graduate Teaching Assistant: Architectural Programming | 2012OZ Architectural Journal: Secretary and Designer | 2012
Design-Make Architectural Studio | 2012 - 2013Leader of service events
Fund-raiser for Riley County Animal Shelter | 2010 Canned food drive for Flint Hills Breadbasket | 2011
Dean’s Student Advisory Council | 2011Telefund Volunteer | 2009 - 2010
Study Abroad Orvieto, Italy | Spring 2012 Church Leader
Teaching (ages 3 - 20+) | 2009 - 2012 President of Young Women’s Organization Secretary in Relief Society (women’s organization) 1st Counselor in Relief Society (women’s organization)
JessicaMarieArchitectural Resume
Jessica Marie SymonsJessie [email protected]
913.461.0517
14630 S. Alden St.Olathe, KS 66062
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“Hand of God” | 2012
ExperienceGraduate Teaching Assistant | 2012
Assisted David Sachs with the fourth year Architectural Programming course including grading, administering exams,
and assisting students with questions.
Qualifications and SkillsHand Drafting and Hand Rendering
Computer drafting and renderingRevit, AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Rhino/Grasshopper, SketchUp, InDesign, Illustrator,
Photoshop
WatercolorCollaborative teamwork skillsExcellent layout presentation
Understanding of environmental design principles LEED standardsStrong Motivational Leadership Skills
CommunicationHonesty and Integrity
Enthusiasm
Hobby Lobby | 2010-2012Cashier services, unpacking and stocking, display design,
customer service and customer relations
Wendy Ornelasrelation: Faculty AdvisorCollege of Architecture, Planning, & DesignArchitecture Associate DeanKANSAS STATE [email protected]
Matthew Knoxrelation: college professorCollege of Architecture, Planning, & DesignDepartment HeadKANSAS STATE [email protected]
Susanne Sieple-Coatesrelation: college professorCollege of Architecture, Planning, & DesignKANSAS STATE [email protected]
References
Palmquist Arch. & Design Scholarship | 2008 - 2012Blue Key Memorial Scholarship | 2012June Millard Hall Scholarship | 2012
Awards
Find where your deep gladness meets the world’s deep need. Frederick Buechner