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Renton Highlands Library Daylighting Analysis, Sergio Palleroni, Vanessa Vanderhoof, Huafen Hu, Ben Dienes, Angela Cutright

Research-Based Design Initiative

It is common knowledge that natural light is better for the built environment and occupying such environments. It also is important to note that society spends the better part of their lives in structures or buildings; these spaces have a hand in our daily experiences. Not only do people benefit from natural lighting, physically and mentally, but daylighting systems can also lower dependency on electricity, lowering the usability and lifetime costs of a structure. There is also a chance for creating too much daylight, bright surfaces and areas can hinder the occupants and some spaces do not need daylighting. It …

Life Cycle Assessment American Center, Rangoon, Myanmar, W. Uebelacker, Cole Poland, Corey T. Griffin, Ben Deines, Ygh Project Team

Research-Based Design Initiative

This LCA looks at the cradle to grave operations of a building, quantifying the environmental impacts of the materials, production process, transportation, operating use, deconstruction, and disposal. There are several environmental categories that can be identified for evaluating global impacts including global warming, ozone depletion, eutrophication, acidification, smog formation, particulates, and fossil fuels. According to the International Organization for Standardization, there are four phases for performing LCA of a building: goal and scope definition, life cycle inventory (LCI), impact assessment and analysis of results. The goal and scope defines the intent of the LCA (cradle to gate, cradle to grave) …

The Bridge Newsletter Winter 2013, Missouri University Of Science And Technology

The Bridge Newsletter

-Roof turned into teaching tool
-Prakash recognized
-Alumna of the Year
-Super Miners

Wall Assembly And Material Analysis, Sam North, Cole Poland, Reid Weber, Sergio Palleroni, Huafen Hu, Ben Deines, Tha Architecture

Research-Based Design Initiative

We researched the thought process and reasoning behind the design of wall assemblies from start to finish. We explored the specific reasoning for placement and use of every material in the wall and brought to light where the reasoning came from. The wall assemblies in question are those of an academic building currently under construction on Portland Community College, Cascade Campus designed by Thomas Hacker Associates Architecture (THA).

The project consists of two new buildings and a plaza space. The building programs consist of classrooms, open study rooms, a cafeteria and administrative offices. We analyzed the wall type and assembly …

Portland State University Engineering Building Expansion Feasability Study, Nicole Dunbar, Huafen Hu, Sergio Palleroni, Ben Deines, Zgf Architects, Glumac

Research-Based Design Initiative

he building was certified LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold after its construction, achieving a 45% reduction in energy use from the original building. A geothermal (ground source heat pump) cooling system is the primary cooling device in the building, along with operable windows in classrooms for natural ventilation and cooling (PSU).

Portland State University’s commitment to sustainability sparked the impetus to push for a design that would achieve the LEED Gold standard. Originally designed by Zimmer Gunsul Frasca (ZGF) Architects and PAE Engineering, the building serves as the main space for all of the branches of Portland …

Addressing The Challenges Of Dilapidated And Substandard Housing In Stevens County, Mn, Scott Ehrenberg, Olin Moore, Laura Fredrick Wang

Center for Small Towns

Center for Small Towns (CST) requested a team of students from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs to produce a list of relevant resources that could be leveraged within the City of Morris and Stevens County to help address challenges related to dilapidated and substandard housing.

All-Nighter 2013, Students Of Risd, Risd Archives

All Student Newspapers

All-Nighter was a digital student publication that began in 2011 as all-nighter.com. The Spring 2013 issue is the only known print issue. It contains writing previously published online as well as new content. Highlights include photographs from Senior Open Studios; articles on the Quad mosaics, community gathering spaces, the timing of Thanksgiving break, Saturday night dinner parties in Ewing House, dining employees around campus, how Mike Fink saved Carr House, and the trouble with summer subletting; as well as comics by Maddy Trower, Jackie Ferrentino, and Casey Roonan.

Gudakunst Field Dedication, Taylor University

Buildings and Grounds of Taylor University

No abstract provided.

2013 - The Eighteenth Annual Symposium Of Student Scholars

Symposium of Student Scholars Program Books

The full program book from the Eighteenth Annual Symposium of Student Scholars, held on April 25, 2013. Includes abstracts from the presentations and posters.

Architecture News: The Newsletter Of The Syracuse School Of Architecture, N.14 Spring 2013, Randall Korman

Newsletters from School of Architecture - ArchitectureNews

Architecture News: The Newsletter of the Syracuse University School of Architecture No. 14, Spring 2013.

Clovis Downtown Revitalization, Mark Childs

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

No abstract provided.

Dpac 2013: Dixon Learning Center, William S. Perkins, Chris Wilson, Mark Childs

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

The University of New Mexico's Design and Planning Assistance Center (DPAC) was engaged to investigate the site of the Embudo Valley Library and explore alternative designs for its development. In an eight-week planning and design effort the architecture and landscape architecture student teams embraced the challenge and devised five distinct possible visions for the site and its buildings.

Reviving Mainstreet 2012: Doña Ana + Las Cruces Communitites, Michaele Pride, Susan Frye, John Barney, Mark Childs, Claudia Isaac, Chris Wilson

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

This year (2012), the Studio returned to two previous DPAC communities--Doña Ana Village and downtown Las Cruces. Addressing these communities concurrently this time presented the opportunity to consider how they are connected and the context they share. In cooperation with the New Mexico Mainstreet Program and local community organizations, DPAC students held conversations with local stakeholders, studied the communities and their larger context (in person and through secondary sources) to identify assets and challenges, and uncover strategies that build upon the region's history and existing strengths, preserve and restore valuable ecologies, make the most of scarce resources (water), and make …

Carlsbad Downtown Revitalization, Anne Godfrey, Jose Zelaya

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

It was a great opportunity for the students and faculty of the Design Planning and Assistance Center (DPAC) of the University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning to work with the Carlsbad community. We enjoyed hearing your stories and gaining inspiration from your visions for the downtown. Our revitalization efforts for the downtown reflect your desires to connect the river to the downtown, make a pedestrian friendly commercial district and capitalize on the cultural assets of Carlsbad all in hopes of reinvigorating street life in downtown Carlsbad.

Lomas Boulevard/Unm Campus, Paul Lusk, Mark Childs

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

Concepts for the enhancement of the portion of Lomas Boulevard through and serving the North and Central campuses of the University of New Mexico, adjacent neighborhoods and the City of Albuquerque.

Envisioning Downtown: Ideas For Revitalization In Los Alamos, New Mexico, Mark Childs, Andy Pressman

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

This plan is based on work performed by the Fall 2005 DPAC group - a collaboration of Architecture and Planning graduate students and faculty, led by Mark Childs and Andy Pressman, architecture. (DPAC is the Design Planning Assistance Center at the School of Architecture and Planning, University of New Mexico) Working in conjunction with county and city officials, and residents of Los Alamos, New Mexico, the group created plans to help vitalize the downtown of Los Alamos.

Raton Revamp, Efthimios Maniatis, Judith Wong, Anne Godfrey, Mark Childs, David Henkel

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

In conjunction with MainStreet USA, The University of New Mexico Design Planning and Assistance Center (DPAC) focused its collective and individual design efforts on Raton's historic main streets for the spring 2007 semester. Key among the studio's design objectives were attracting visitors off of Interstate 25 and State Highway 64, promoting walkability and vitality within the downtown core, connecting the east and west side of the railroad tracks, and highlighting the recreational opportunities that abound in the area.

Socorro Downtown Revitalization, Chris Wilson, Mark Childs

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

Over a seven-week period, 15 students in DPAC contemplated urban design issues of Socorro in the area of the Plaza and on Manzanares Street to the railroad depot. The students developed design suggestions that sought to celebrate Socorro's civic identity and enhance tourism revenue simultaneously.

South Carlisle Neighborhood Community Planning Concepts, Joe Brawley, Mark Childs, Paul Lusk, George Radnovich, Chris Wilson

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

This document resulted from a collaboration between the City of Albuquerque, Family and Community Services Department, and the Design Planning Assistance Center of the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of New Mexico. The purpose of this study was to generate a set of strategies for potential urban improvements in the South Carlisle neighborhood (herein referred to as the Carlisle Village neighborhood). It is intended that the results of this study may initiate discussion on the future of the neighborhood within the community and within public agencies and departments of the City of Albuquerque. The ideas presented here …

Roswell Visioning Plan, Anne Godfrey, Jose Zelaya

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

It is our strong belief that economic and community development go hand in hand, and that there cannot be success in one without equal accomplishment in the other. Our project area, as seen on the next page, reflects this belief. It includes not only the entire strip of East Second Street between Main and Atkinson, but Garden Avenue and the residential neighborhoods to the north and south as well. The class was divided into five groups, each responsible for recommending designs for a prescribed geographic area.

Los Lunas Transit Center: An Urban Design Proposal, Mark C. Childs, Jose Zelaya

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

A revitalization plan for Los Lunas, NM emphasizing transit-oriented design.

Mountain View Design Project, John Barney, Sue Frye, Michaele Pride

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

Mountain View is a unique community bound by the Bosque and rich history of industry, agriculture, urban settlement and dispute. The boundary along 2nd Street marks the division within the community and its sense of place. It also marks a challenge to rethink the parameters of economy, ecology and welfare and reconcile the disparities between them. Our assignment was simple. Redesign 2nd Street. But along the way we realized that Mountain View holds much more meaning and purpose. This neighborhood has the potential to face its challenges through innovative, elegant design and serve as an example of a beautiful reconciliation. …

Portales Downtown Visioning Plan, Jose Zelaya

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

The Portales Visioning Plan explores urban design ideas to provide alternative solutions to enhance the vitality of the downtown. By capitalizing on Portales' assets, the plan seeds to improve traffic safety, provide a safer pedestrian environment and overall improvements to the image of the city. This in return will attract investment, retain population and consequently improve the quality of life for Portales residents.

Santa Rosa Visioning Plan, Lisa Reese, Nicholas Reisen, Jose Zelaya, Chris Wilson

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

These non-binding design guidelines suggest how new construction in the historic core can best contribute to the distinctive character of that area. Largely developed before the rise of the automobile, the organization of historic buildings here creates compact walkable areas. Around the courthouse, for instance, business blocks built up to the sidewalk's edge define the square and nearby streets as pedestrian-friendly outdoor rooms.

Envisioning The Future Of Belen, Mark Childs, Jose Zelaya

Design and Planning Assistance Center - Projects

During the fall semester of 2004, a group of graduate Architecture and Community and Regional Planning students worked with the community of Belen to envision the design possibilities for the commuter rail stop and the surrounding neighborhoods. The design options included in this report are separated into the following three districts: the Rail District, the Downtown District, and the Acequia District. This report is targeted to all members of the community including youths, residents, city officials, local business owners, and nonprofit organizations. The purpose of this report is not to offer final design solutions, but to generate discussion within the …

The Bridge Newsletter Spring 2013, Missouri University Of Science And Technology

The Bridge Newsletter

-Bringing unique research capabilities to campus
-From trash into treasure
-Improving wellness
-Raising the roof

Insites, 2013, Utah State University

inSites

Magazine of the Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning

Edra 44: Bibliography Of Books On Display, Kathleen Demsky

Bibliographies

edra 44 | HEALTHY + HEALING PLACES | Providence, RI

Rediscovering The Wheel, Brooke Hodge, Risd Xyz

RISD XYZ Fall/Winter 2013: Out of Bounds

What does architecture have to do with pottery? For Adam Silverman BArch 88, these two seemingly disparate creative practices are inextricably intertwined.

Brooke Hodge, director of exhibitions and publications at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, writes frequently about architecture and design for major publications. This text is excerpted from a longer essay in the new book Adam Silverman Ceramics, published this fall by Skira/Rizzoli.

A Campus For Health & Wellness: 2013 Campus Master Plan And Design Guidelines, The 2012 Campus Design Studio, Andrew C. Von Maur, Paula Dronen, Troy Homenchuk

Books

A campus master plan is a far-reaching plan of action for the development and preservation of the physical campus. It is intended to guide administrators, designers, and supporters in their efforts to improve its facilities and environment over the long term.

The most recent campus master plan at Andrews University was completed in 2002 and was titled “Spirit of Place.” It focused on a series of principles and general strategies to guide planning on campus, but also included a series of actual design proposals. Many of these proposals, some of which had a much longer history, were implemented. These include …