vincent cunigan design portfolio
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A brief compilation of architectural design works by Vincent Cunigan.TRANSCRIPT
Vincent IAN CuniganARCH. DESIGN PORTFOLIO
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M. ARCH CANDIDATEUNIVERSITY OF KANSAS:SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN & PLANNING2014
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Here is a thought that has been shaping my perspective on why we should be great at making and celebrating art and architecture:
“In their own way, art and architecture, are very important aspects of life. They seek to give expression to man’s nature, his problems and his experience in an effort to discover and perfect man him-self and the world in which he resides; they try to discover his place in history and in the universe, to throw light on his suffering and his joy, his needs and potentialities, and to outline a happier destiny in store for him. Hence they can elevate human life, which they ex-press under many forms according to various times and places.”
- Vincent Cunigan
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EMERGING ECONOMIES
ECO PAVILIONSite
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Freehand Chalk Drawing
3100 Ousdahl Road Apt. 1238 ∙ Lawrence, Kansas 66046 ∙ (708) 623-4161 ∙ [email protected]
EDUCATIONThe University of Kansas Lawrence, KSBachelors of Art in Architectural Studies August 2012• University of Kansas Deans List 2008 -2009 • Multicultural Architecture Scholars Program
The University of Kansas Lawrence, KSMasters of Architecture Anticipated May 2016
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEAcademy of Architecture for Health Foundation Lawrence, KS Research Assistant August 2014 - Present• Researches current news and trends in healthcare design • Curates recent healthcare design news articles into blog format for posting on the AAHF websiteThe Museum of Science and Industry Chicago, IL Intern Architect September 2012 –August 2013 • Aided the contractors in organizing construction efforts for the projects • Utilized Revit to develop 3D models for presentations of projects• Gained an understanding of contractor – architect relations through observation of bid walkthroughs• Demonstrated attention to detail by maintaining an effective organization systems for AutoCAD drawing elements Engineering Ministries International Tenwek, KenyaIntern Architect May 2013 - June 2013• Developed upon my current knowledge of AutoCAD to develop schematic design drawings • Applied superb interpersonal communication skills when working with international clients• Adaptively related knowledge of architectural design to specific cultural standards• Aided in the completion of construction documentsStudio31a Chicago, IL Intern Architect September 2012 – December 2012• Created working drawing plans, contract documents, and details using AutoCAD• Assisted the principal in searching and documenting codes and regulations for specific projects• Visited job sites to assist with measurements of existing buildings and observe construction details• Reviewed various preliminary design concepts and implementation strategies under direct supervision
VINCENT I CUNIGAN
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SOFTWARE SKILLS
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCEAmerican Institute of Architecture Students - Treasurer August 2013 - Present• supervises finances for the entire chapter and generates funds in collaboration with the fundraising chairBlack Student Union Vice President August 2010 – May 2011• Co-chaired an executive board of 14 members and led general assembly meetings comprised of approximately 50 membersMulticultural Education Fund Representative August 2010 – May 2011• Managed the distribution of 50,000 dollars in campus funds for multicultural organizations with the aid of 6 board membersCenter of Sustainability Built Environment Group September 2010 – April 2011• Led campus wide research and planning initiative, in collaboration with 10 others, in the efforts of creating a comprehensive sustain-ability plan
REFERENCESFrank Zilm, D.Arch., FAIA, FACHAChester Dean Lecturer on Healthcare Design 785.864.3390The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS [email protected] Kent Sprecklemeyer, D.Arch.Associate Professor, School of Architecture 785.864.3164The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS [email protected]. Elizabeth Miller, AIA, LEED APPrincipal 847.471.2448Studio 31a, Chicago, IL [email protected]
• Autodesk Revit• Autodesk AutoCAD• Autodesk Project Vasari• Autodesk 3D Studio Max
• Adobe Photoshop• Adobe Illustrator• Adobe In Design• Adobe Premiere
• Google Sketch-Up• Rhino• Grasshopper• MS Outlook
• MS Word• MS Excell• MS PowerPoint• MS Outlook
Identify.Empower.DwellThis studio discourse encouraged the exploration of several theoreti-cal concepts, one of which being community engagement through de-sign. I explored alternative methods to finding ways in which architecture would serve the surrounding community of Kansas City, Missouri. This re-quired me to develop new approaches and methods of programming de-sign and forms of communication with design partners and end-users.
The proposed intervention seeks to revive the South East corner lot at the intersec-tion of Troost Avenue and Linwood Boulevard, through the provision of an mixed-use, informal gathering space. The third place theory will be used as a conduit for to jump-start civic engagement thus resulting in community empowerment.
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EMERGING ECONOMIES
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CoffeeBar
Low TopSeating Area
High TopSeating Area
Den
StudioSpace
Women’sRestroom
Men’sRestroom
Computer Lounge
Pin UpSpace Maint./
Mech.
WoodShop
PrintLab.
OutdoorCafe
Seating
Vestibule
GllerySpace
Storage
Bus Stop
Light RailStop
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LaundryFacility
Micro Unit#1
Micro Unit#2
Micro Unit#3
Micro Unit#4
Micro Unit#5
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Resident Lounge
GameRoom
Roof TopBalcolny
Roof TopGarden
Lobby
Second Level PlanGround Level Plan
Linwood Blvd Section
MICRO UNIT
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INTERNET CAFECOMMUNITYWORKSPACE
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CONTEXT: The street corner has consistently been identi-fied as an “anchor” within urban contexts and is the focal point for urban life. However, with a decomposing urban fab-ric such as this, one that is characterized by decrepit build-ings and overgrown lots, the “focal point” is recognized as an eyesore and compromises urban life and community engage-ment. The problem sites devalue a neighborhood’s potential.
Alternatively, we can become advocates for our communi-ties and embrace our social responsibility for encourag-ing positive urban development. This includes developing spaces and programs that attract and inspire those within and outside a neighborhood.
This is possible through the remaking of urban anchors as in-formal gathering space, ones that create viable and sustainable businesses. The concept is made convincing by partnering with key collaborators such as Google Fiber (a provider of in-ternet services and changing business potential in KC) and the model New York City program, the Center for Urban Pedagogy (a non-profit focused on the improvement of civic engagement).
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PHASE ONE - IDENTIFY - envisions the making of a pocket park in parcel one along Troost Avenue. The mini-park will attempt to support a variety of functions such as a play area for children, a small event space, spaces for relaxing and taking lunch breaks. Most importantly, this attempt at urban acupuncture will help to transform this forgotten space with a new identity as a socialspace that generates informal gath-erings. This project proposes replacing the impervious pavement on the lot with permeable surfaces, promoting a natural microclimate—acting as “lungs” of the community. The process of developing the pocket park intends to rally leadership and community interest in improving urban development and civic engagement.
PHASE TWO - EMPOWER - seeks to introduce a multi-use program in par-cel two, located at the corner of Troost Avenue and Linwood Boulevard. This single story building will provide an indoor “home” to the informal gathering space of an internet café or “third space,”[2] Imagined as a partnership with Google, this space is intended to support a variety of social-interactive spaces, not only attracting the community to a central location, but also including tools for improving civic engagement that begins to entice and empower the users. The partnership with the Center for Urban Pedagogy provides support for fo-rums and think tanks for art, design and displays of political and civic content.
PHASE THREE - DWELL - introduces a residential component to the program. The Planned Industrial Expansion Authority, owner of the vacant parcels, strongly ad-vocates the Troost Corridor to be the home for mixed-use buildings.[3] In order to maximize the potential of the proposed program, residential infill would be included on the second story of the structure. The residential component will provide a home for an artists in residence program and others that may need housing. (what do you think? I think this is better than strictly maintenance for the park employees.)
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Rendering of Pocket Park
Phase One imple-ments a pocket park onto the sourthern portion of the par-cel, leaving the ex-isting hard surfaces in the northern half of the parcel for the Troost pop-up market and other community events.
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CANVAS
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MICRO UNIT - DAY
MICRO UNIT - EVENING
Peninsula counter is folded down; coffee table and counterstools are placed out for entertaining;
9’ 10” wall behind the sofa folds down, converting it to a bed; coffee table and counter stools are placed against the wall; Peninsula counter is folded up
KITCHEN
JULIETTE BALCONY
STORAGE NOOK BATHROOM
450 sf, 2 Zones, 1 Micro-Unit
Micro-Unit Interior View
TOOLBOXCANVAS
Site.Plan.Rendering & DetailIn this project I was charged with the task of producing a pavilion in any loca-tion on the campus of the University of Kansas that exemplified environmen-tal sustainability through air circulation and materials. The sustainable portion was to be merely explained in our final presentation rather than physically dis-played. The physical display was to be a demonstration of our skills of creat-ing digital layouts through Google SketchUp and rendering through 3d MAX.
This task threw me off simply because until then all the work I had pro-duced in studio had been done by hand. Now, faced with digital produc-tion, my mind began to race. Despite my previous instruction in Google SktechUp, Revit, and AutoCAD I knew I had no time for procrastina-tion. Due to my previous experience in those programs I knew how tied up in details I could become. Overall, I felt comfortable with the final product.
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ECO PAVILION
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Zone 1 SectionZone 2 Section
Zone 3 Section
Wescoe Plaza Site Plan
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Plan
Zone 3 Floor Plan
Zone 2 Floor Plan
Zone 1 Floor Plan: Floor 2
Zone 1 Floor Plan: Floor 1
Zone 1 Cross Section
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Green House Structure
Zone 1 Structure
Oblique Perspective
Wescoe Plaza Perspectove
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DALLAS FASHION INSTITUTE
Site.Plan.Context.Building.Detail.RenderingThis was a competition project that was meant to get the participant to un-derstand site, context, and urban fabric, and the influence that those ele-ments had on the design of a building. I was to design a concept build-ing for the Dallas Fashion Institute. I was provided the specific site location and I was expected to perform my own research on the location and how a building of my own design could not only tie into the context of the sur-rounding urban fabric but also how my building could relate to fashion.
This project provided me an entirely new expereince. However, I enjoyed the challenge of being able to create a full product that considered different ele-ments other than just building design. This produced the feeling of being a project manager or working in a firm because I was involved in all the steps of the process. I implored the use of several programs when creating the final product such as the full range of Adobe software, Revit, and AutoCAD.
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Museum Staff
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The concept of display was inspired from the sources of CONTEXT.
CONTEXT: While the Arts District of Dallas lacks a sense of place, it embodies a sense of exhibition. With museums and theaters, the arts district programatically lends itself to display of art, performance, and people. Furthermore, the district is comprised of architectural master-pieces, designed by internationally famed architects, including I.M. Pei, Renzo Piano, Norman Foster, and Joshua Prince-Ramus. These iconic buildings create a
MACRO EXHIBIT of architecture in which:
the pedestrian is the museum go-er,
the buildings are the works of art
the city is the museum
In the established MACRO EXHIBIT context, the urban fabric is essen-tially a means of display
PROGRAM: In fashion there exists an inherent association with display. Within fashion, display is utilized in multiple means.
First, the consumer draws on fashion as a means of expression of self. In this example the consumer uses clothing and accessories to display his or her identity. In order to communicate fashion from the designer to the public, a system of display must be established. This system takes form in:
fashion shows: a temporary, live display
catalogues: physical, static varying display
storefronts: live of static varying display
internet: constantly changing, virtual display
Finally, there is the presence of public-to-public communication of fashion. In this instance, the public is both the model and the spectator, creating a macro level display just as the site is a MACRO EXHIBITION. 20
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The building acts as a display case through 3 processes:
1. Display of Activity: Multiple moments within the building allow for a human display. The entrance acts as a display of movement of people in and up through the build-ing. The studio spaces are suspended into the main hall space allowing the process of fashion to be aprt the exhibit of the product.
2. Facade as Advertising Display: From the projec-tion wall along the Pearl Street facade to the acrylic panels lining the majority of the interior of the building, DFI events, collections, and competition winners are classing the building, allowing the building to be in a consistent state of change, similar to the rapid change of fashion
3. Building as Display of Physical Work: Student work and museum places can be displayed in hallways acting as display cases, extruded from the building.
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CIRCULATION The featured stair exists on the north corner of the building, with two fire stairs at each wing.
The structure is layed out in regular bays (50’ x 20’) on ground level) with moments of cantilever
STRUCTURE
The walls of the feature stair are used as display cases at a more intimate level
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Flora Street Elevation
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Pearl Street Elevation Crockett Street Elevation
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Cooling Pool
Acrylic Panel Display System
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Freehand Charcoal Drawing
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