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Table of Contents

Studio Projects 1.0 Skills 2.0

Professional Experience 3.0 Travel 4.0

Resume 5.0 Comprehensive Studio Project 6.0

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Brett Lezon, Associate ASLALandscape Designer

Address:

1710 Villa Capri CircleUnit 10-204Odessa, FL 33556

Cell:

815.545.2197

Email:

balezonasla@gmail.com

Attending Ball State University the past fi ve years and through professional experience landscape architecture has become an important part of my life. I am persistently striving to become a better designer through study and guidance, while developing the ability to effectively communicate project ideas. My goal is to apply industriousness and steadfast enthusiasm to contribute to your fi rm’s needs.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Brett Lezon

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Studio Projects 1.0

Main Street Muncie 1.1 CERES Roof Garden 1.2

Moon Garden 1.3 Pogue’s Run Park 1.4

Albion Community Garden 1.5 Merry Lea Learning Center 1.6

Main St. Section

Framework Plan Master Plan

Main St. Perspective

1.1

Main Street MuncieA downtown ‘green fi nger system’ will connect to the surrounding neighborhoods and enliven the businesses.

To accomplish this method, a portion of land behind the buildings situated on Main Street was allocated for open space.

A key element to the street design is the use of colors to distinguish each block.

1.2

Master Plan

Roof Garden Perspective

Roof Garden Section

CERES Roof Garden

Located atop the Energy Center labs at Ball State University, this roof garden provides an escape for students and professors.

Highlights include an elevated viewing deck to observe Shafer Tower, terraced planters along the back of the space, and a sedge planted boardwalk leading guests to tranquility.

Plants selected include plantain lilies, two-row stonecrop, weeping brown sedges, ostrich ferns, japanese maples, and vine maples.

1.3

Master Plan

Moon Garden Section

Moon Garden Section

Moon Garden

Moon gardens were used in ancient times as places of gathering for worship. This garden utilizes the quarters of the moon to shape the rooms.

Plants were chosen based on their night blooming abilities, fragrance, silvery appearance, and ornamental qualities.

Experiences range from smelling the pungent scent of fragrant columbine to viewing the illuminated moon forms at the gardens highest point, the full moon phase.

1.4

Master Plan

Pogue’s Run Park Section

Pogue’s Run Park Perspective

Pogue’s Run Park Perspective

Pogue’s Run ParkPrimary medium of the site involves vegetation. Transitions between planting zones worked out deliberately to create a visually engaging mix.

Program elements include a three weir system acting as hydrology control, islands serve as resting areas, and water basins radiate from islands.

Generating visual interest from 1-70 was mandatory. To achieve this goal a line of Norway spruce and redbuds were planted along 1-70. Grand entrance lined with sycamores.

Team project completed by Andy Burrus, TJ Dwyer, and Brett Lezon. I was responsible for assisting in the creation of the sections and rendering the plan and sections.

1.5

Master Plan Albion Community Garden Character Sketch

Albion Community Garden Section

Albion Community GardenLocated adjacent to the Noble County Courthouse in Albion, Indiana this 1.06 acre site will become Albion’s own community garden.

Goals include improving downtown Albion’s recreation, economy, tourism, and zoning. Establishing additional green space was key in the progress.

Designed for both adults and children this community garden offers a variety of activities including an educational garden, children’s garden, and market stand.

1.6

Site Plan

Amphitheater Section

Merry Lea Learning CenterDesigned to bring people together to understand environmental impacts and principles of sustainability.

Programmed spaces include a compost center, which will educate guests about composting and using recycled materials to create environmental art.

Water is a primary element within the site. The Water Education Center allows guests to view water samples through plexi-glass.

Cub Lake Perspective

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Skills 2.0

Hand Graphics 2.1 AutoCAD Drafting 2.2

Model Building 2.3 Google SketchUp 2.4

Plans 2.5 Adobe Creative Suite 2.6

Cub Lake Perspective

2.1

Night Rendering of Alley Historic Facade Elevation St. Clair Housing Design Sketch

Street Cross-Section St. Clair Housing Design Sketch

Hand Graphics

I enjoy sketching and employing hand graphics. Sketch books accompany me when I travel.

Experimentation with a variety of hand graphics is showcased above.

Sketching is an excellent communication tool.

2.2

St. Clair Housing Design Sketch

St. Clair Housing Design Sketch

Magnifi cent Amberson’s Planting Plan

Comprehensive Project Planting Plan of Active Recreation Area

AutoCAD Drafting

Beachwalk Shower Drainage

2.3

Moon Garden Model Residential Grading Model

Model Building

Model building is an important skill to showcase your designs.

The Moon Garden model (shown on left) was built primarily using a laser cutter. In addition, plant material was applied by hand.

The Residential Grading model (shown on right) was constructed by a laser cutter. Pieces were glued and assembled by hand.

2.4

Residential Grading Model

Google SketchUp

Looking North Looking North

Looking South Close-Up Looking North

SketchUp allows for quick and simple 3D digital modeling.

The images above showcase design work from the Indiana Inter Church Center immersive learning project.

Our goal was to use native plants, best management practices, and planning to obtain the Indiana Wildlife Friendly Habitat certification.

2.5

Residential Plan Sketch

Plan Sketch

Magnificent Amberson’s PlanStreetscape Plan Sketch

Plans

2.6

Adobe Creative Suite

Main St. Muncie Enlarged Plan using Photoshop

Craddock Wetland Section using Photoshop

Board Layout using Illustrator

Plan Rendering using Photoshop

Team project completed by Andrea Borkowski, Pat Stout, and Brett Lezon. As a group, we developed the layout.

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Professional Experience 3.0

Clearwater Parks & Rec. 3.1 Immersive Project 3.2

The Morton Arboretum 3.3 John Craddock Wetland 3.4

3.1

Clearwater Parks & RecreationLandscape Designer_May 2011-

Moccasin Lake Boardwalk Existing Condition

Wood Railing Section

Clearwater, Florida

Moccasin Lake is a 51-acre nature park owned and operated by the City of Clearwater. My task was to design retrofit boardwalks to replace the existing structures.

I was responsible for the design, calculation of materials, meeting with contractors, and some project management with the help of the Project Manager for the City of Clearwater Parks and Recreation Department.

Deck Section

Improvement Plan

3.2

Immersive Learning ProjectSpring 2011

Conceptual Plan for Phase 1-2 (Tree planting + prairie)

Contemplative Garden Looking EastConceptual Plan for Phase 1 (Tree planting)

Client Presentation

Indianapolis, IN

As a class we led several design charrettes, which ultimately produced a master plan, maintenance plan, and the creation of an Indiana Certifi ed Wildlife Friendly Habitat.

Getting Directions

Client Presentation

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Clearwater Parks & RecreationInternship_Summer 2010

Beachwalk Shower Trench Drain Details Lake Chautauqua Equestrian Trail System

Completed Beachwalk Shower Trench Drain

Lake Chautauqua Equestrian Parking

Clearwater, Florida

One of my initial projects, Lake Chautauqua, was to make enhancements to the master plan for a grant, design a 12 stall equestrian parking lot, and perform cost estimation.

Three of the Beachwalk showers had drainage issues. As a result, my task was to resolve the issues. I chose to design and install trench drains. Details and completed design shown above.

Lake Chautauqua Equestrian Parking

Getting Directions

3.3

The Morton ArboretumVolunteer_Summer 2009Lisle, Illinois

3.4

John Craddock Wetland2009-2010Muncie, Indiana

Group Design Studies

Character SketchSe rpe ntine Wa ll Pla n

Serpentine Wall Concept

Travel 4.0

4.1

Olympic Sculpture Park Freeway Park

Elliott Bay Gas Works Park

Seattle, WA

4.2 Portland, OR

Keller Fountain Park

Tanner Springs Park Riverfront

Stormwater Design

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Resume 5.0

BRETT LEZON

Objective

Education

Landscape Architecture + Design P r o f e s s i o n a l R e s u m e

1710 Villa Capri Circle | Unit 10-204 | Odessa, FL 33556 | 815.545.2197 | balezonasla@gmail.com

To obtain an entry level position as a landscape designer

Ball State University_Bachelor of Landscape Architecture_May 2011

ASLA Advocacy Day 2010_One of five students nominated nationally to attend

Community Service_Helped design & construct John Craddock Wetland in Muncie_2009-2010

Eagle Scout Award_Earned BSA’s highest achievement in March 2004

The Morton Arboretum Branches newsletter_Highlighted in an article in Fall 2009 edition

Leadership President, Ball State Student Chapter ASLA_April 2009 to May 2011

Student Advisory Board_January 2011 to May 2011

Undergraduate Curriculum Committee_February 2011 to May 2011

ProfessionalActivities

LABASH_2009-Penn State_2010-UNLV_2011-Purdue

ASLA Annual Meeting & EXPO_Chicago, IL_2009

INASLA Annual Meeting_Indianapolis, IN_2009-2010

Chicago Flower & Garden Show_2009-2011

Craddock Design/Build Charrette_Muncie, IN_2009

Skills & Abilities AutoCAD 2011

Google SketchUp Pro 8 Adobe Illustrator_InDesign_Photoshop Microsoft Word_Excel_Powerpoint Google Earth

SketchingDraftingHand Rendering marker_colored pencilDigital Rendering photoshop_illustrator

Software GraphicFundamentalTeam WorkCommunication verbal_written_graphicCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingConceptual Development

ProfessionalExperience

Landscape Designer City of Clearwater_Parks & Recreation (Clearwater, FL) May 2011- While working under a registered landscape architect my tasks include conceptual design, preparing construction documents, technical writing, meeting with contractors, and cost estimation

Participant Immersive Learning Project (Indianapolis, IN) March 2011 - April 2011As a class we led multiple design charrettes for the Indiana Interchurch Center, prepared a master plan, planting plan, maintenance plan, sought out donations/grants, and installed our design. Ultimately, we met the requirements for an Indiana certified wildlife friendly habitat.

Intern City of Clearwater_Parks & Recreation (Clearwater, FL) May 2010 - August 2010 Responsibilities included preparation of construction documents, conceptual design, master planning, site design, and meeting with contractors.

Volunteer The Morton Arboretum (Lisle, IL) June 2009 - August 2009Assisted horticulturists and plant biologists in maintaining display gardens and lake environment.

Laborer Fawn Landscaping & Nursery, Inc. (Frankfort, IL) May 2008 - July 2008Duties included constructing residential and commercial landscapes.

Achievements

, Associate ASLA

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Contacts

Address:

1710 Villa Capri CircleUnit 10-204Odessa, FL 33556

Cell:

815.545.2197

Email:

balezonasla@gmail.com

BRETT LEZON

Objective

Education

Landscape Architecture + Design P r o f e s s i o n a l R e s u m e

1710 Villa Capri Circle | Unit 10-204 | Odessa, FL 33556 | 815.545.2197 | balezonasla@gmail.com

To obtain an entry level position as a landscape designer

Ball State University_Bachelor of Landscape Architecture_May 2011

ASLA Advocacy Day 2010_One of five students nominated nationally to attend

Community Service_Helped design & construct John Craddock Wetland in Muncie_2009-2010

Eagle Scout Award_Earned BSA’s highest achievement in March 2004

The Morton Arboretum Branches newsletter_Highlighted in an article in Fall 2009 edition

Leadership President, Ball State Student Chapter ASLA_April 2009 to May 2011

Student Advisory Board_January 2011 to May 2011

Undergraduate Curriculum Committee_February 2011 to May 2011

ProfessionalActivities

LABASH_2009-Penn State_2010-UNLV_2011-Purdue

ASLA Annual Meeting & EXPO_Chicago, IL_2009

INASLA Annual Meeting_Indianapolis, IN_2009-2010

Chicago Flower & Garden Show_2009-2011

Craddock Design/Build Charrette_Muncie, IN_2009

Skills & Abilities AutoCAD 2011

Google SketchUp Pro 8 Adobe Illustrator_InDesign_Photoshop Microsoft Word_Excel_Powerpoint Google Earth

SketchingDraftingHand Rendering marker_colored pencilDigital Rendering photoshop_illustrator

Software GraphicFundamentalTeam WorkCommunication verbal_written_graphicCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingConceptual Development

ProfessionalExperience

Landscape Designer City of Clearwater_Parks & Recreation (Clearwater, FL) May 2011- While working under a registered landscape architect my tasks include conceptual design, preparing construction documents, technical writing, meeting with contractors, and cost estimation

Participant Immersive Learning Project (Indianapolis, IN) March 2011 - April 2011As a class we led multiple design charrettes for the Indiana Interchurch Center, prepared a master plan, planting plan, maintenance plan, sought out donations/grants, and installed our design. Ultimately, we met the requirements for an Indiana certified wildlife friendly habitat.

Intern City of Clearwater_Parks & Recreation (Clearwater, FL) May 2010 - August 2010 Responsibilities included preparation of construction documents, conceptual design, master planning, site design, and meeting with contractors.

Volunteer The Morton Arboretum (Lisle, IL) June 2009 - August 2009Assisted horticulturists and plant biologists in maintaining display gardens and lake environment.

Laborer Fawn Landscaping & Nursery, Inc. (Frankfort, IL) May 2008 - July 2008Duties included constructing residential and commercial landscapes.

Achievements

, Associate ASLA

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Comprehensive Studio Project 6.0

Problem/Inventory/Analysis 6.1 Concepts 6.2

Schematic Design 6.3 Master Plan 6.4

Perspectives 6.5 Sections 6.6

6.1

Harborview Center

Problem/Inventory/Analysis

The 5th year of the program at Ball State requires a research phase and comprehensive design project.

I chose my project site in Clearwater, FL. The site is comprised of Coachman Park, Harborview Center, and Bayfront Tennis Complex.

The site is adjacent to Clearwater Harbor, creating an opportunity for the site. Currently, an abundance of parking poses a strong disconnect to the neighboring context.

Strong disconnect due to parking lot, complete linear pattern

Lack of connectivity to Cleveland Street, borrow elements to unify

Strong disconnect due to parking lot, complete linear pattern

Terminate Cleveland St. at Osceola to increase water views and establish pedestrian entry

Terminate Drew St. to fishing pier, allow for a drop off area and turn around zone

Extend Pierce Blvd. to connect with Drew St., locating parking on the perimeter

Establish parking on north and south perimeter of park, allowing for views of Clearwater Harbor in center

Coachman Park

Site Analysis

Vicinity Map

6.2

The Solar Canopy Equation

Concepts

By borrowing elements from the Singapore helix bridge and the Treepods in Boston, I’ve developed a solar canopy concept.

Due to the average 240 sunny days per year in Clearwater implementing a solar generating system while linking key nodes begins to set the framework.

The solar canopy has several benefits: provides cover, artistic element, educational opportunity, remove carbon dioxide and release oxygen, and create an attractive environment.

Solar Canopy Concept

Great Lawn Solar Canopy

Solar Canopy Promenade

6.3

Schematic Design

Galleria

Looking South Toward Great Lawn

Looking Southwest

Solar Canopy Promenade

Above are a series of renderings produced in Google Sketchup Pro 8 at the schematic design stage. I enhanced the images using Photoshop.

The galleria was envisioned to attract tourists and locals which will help to keep the site lively on a consistent basis.

The great lawn, as shown on the bottom left, will be host to a variety of events including the Jazz Holiday and Sea Blues, to name a few.

6.4

Master Plan

Legend:

1_Parking/Staging Area2_Boat Slips North3_Boat Slips South4_Clearwater Harbor5_Great Lawn/Bandshell6_Rec. Space/Vendor/Staging7_Water Feature8_Gathering Space9_Bosque10_Solar Canopy Promenade11_Central Active Quad12_Bayfront Tennis Complex13_Parking14_City Hall15_Boardwalk/Pinellas Trail Ext.16_Galleria17_Urban Oasis18_Clearwater Public Library19_Restrooms20_Residential Tower21_Mixed-Use22_Housing23_Mixed-Use24_Underground Parking25_Pond26_Memorial Causeway

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Bandshell/Great Lawn

RenderingsBandshell/Great Lawn at Night

View Looking East

Urban Oasis at Night

6.6

Sections

Section B: Boat Slips to Clearwater Public Library Looking North

Section A: Parking to Galleria and Solar Canopy System

Section C: Boardwalk Looking West toward Clearwater Harbor

Key Words:-Dynamic-Transitional-Anchors

Key Words:-Entertainment-Accessible-Connective

Key Words:-Linear-Diverse-Active

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