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table of contentsathens, georgia s t u d e n t w o r k.....................................................2 design for speed...........................................................................3 oglethorpe avenue infill development........................................................4-5
cortona, italy s t u d y a b r o a d......................................................6 watercolor studies..........................................................................7 severini sculpture garden..................................................................8-9 urban plaza..........................................................................10-11
covington, georgia m e t r o p o l i t a n d e s i g n s t u d i o........................12 almon community expansion...........................................................13-15
macon, georgia h i s t o r i c m a c o n i n t e r n s h i p...............................16 1035 college street........................................................................17 1326 ross street......................................................................18-19
colbert, georgia t e r m i n a l p r o j e c t..............................................20 kennedy farm........................................................................21-27
orlando, florida w a l t d i s n e y w o r l d i n t e r n s h i p.........................28 new world duck exhibit................................................................29-30
resume....................................................................................31
s t u d e n t w o r k athens, georgia
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design for speedhighway median design
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section view
master plan
original chalk drawing
The objective of this project was to create a design for a high-traffic highway median that is inspired by a particular piece of music. My design is inspired by a japanese melody, and the final master plan is fairly close to the original chalk drawing. The vegetation is very simple, consisting of two main groundcovers and three accent trees. the design also includes eleven copper statues which acccentute the flow and “movement” of the design.
media: ink and watercolor
master plan
existing conditions:
media: ink, marker, & colored pencil
oglethorpe avenue infill development
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central public greenspace
view from the street
private courtyard gardens
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s t u d y a b r o a d cortona, italy
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window view
villa lante fountain
cortona, italy
bagnaia, italy
watercolor studies
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severini sculpture garden
master planThis site is located at the base of a historic fortress in Cortona, Italy and overlooks the scenic valley below. The objective for this project was to create a public space where several sculptures created by UGA Study Abroad students can be displayed. My design features a series of three main “outdoor rooms” that function as unique backdrops for the three sculptues located in the garden.
media: ink, marker, & colored pencil
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section view
plant schedule
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QTY SIZE COMMON NAME BOTANICAL NAME COND. REMARKSTREES
3 10-12’ Eastern Red Cedar Juniperus virginiana B&B Dense1 3-3 ½” Imperial Honeylocust Gleditsia triacanthos ‘Imperial’ B&B High Branched3 6-8’ Italian Cypress Cupressus sempervirens B&B Dense
SHRUBS77 24-30” Camellia Lavinia Maggi Camellia japonica ‘Lavinia Maggi’ Cont.31 1 GAL Double Red Knockout Rose Rosa ‘Radtko’ Cont.21 30-36” Doublefile Viburnum Viburnum plicatum tomentosa Cont.39 18-24” Fortune’s Osmanthus Osmanthus x fortunei Cont.33 3 GAL Dwarf Red Hardy Azalea Rhododendron x ‘Hinodi-girl’ Cont.23 24-30” Neon Flash Spirea Spiraea japonica ‘Neon Flash’ Cont.28 18-24” Redleaf Chinese Witch Hazel Loropetalum chinense rubrum Cont.57 24-30” Sister Agnes Oleander Nerium oleander ‘Sister Agnes’ Cont.
GROUNDCOVERS56 Quart pot Creeping Liriope Liriope spicata Cont. 12” O.C.112 2 ¼” pot Ultra Red Petunia Petunia hybrida ‘Ultra Red’ Cont. 6” O.C.
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media: ink, marker, & colored pencil
The objective for this project was to conduct a sun/ shade analysis for this plaza in EUR, Italy in order to select appropriate plant materials for the six planting beds located within the plaza. This design is inpired by the colors of the Italian flag - red, white, and green. As the plants bloom throughout the year, sinuous “ribbons”of red, white, and green will wind throughout the space.
media: ink, marker, & colored pencil
urban plaza
master plan
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section view
sun/ shade analysisplanting beds
areas of full shade
areas of partial shade
areas of full sun
plant scheduleQTY. SIZE COMMON NAME BOTANICAL NAME COND. REMARKS
72 18-24” Boule de Neige Azalea Rhododendron ‘Boule de Neige’ Cont.10 30-36” Doublefile Viburnum Viburnum plicatum tomentosum Cont.
285 15-18” Dwarf Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides ‘Radicans’ Cont. 24” O.C.3 3½-4” European Plane Tree Platanus occidentalis B&B
31 18-24” Fortune’s Osmanthus Osmanthus x fortunei Cont.27 30-36” Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides Cont.21 24-30” Japanese Pittosporum Pittosporum tobira Cont.
195 30-36” Japanese Quince Chaenomeles japonica Cont.31 24-30” Professor Sargent Camellia Camellia japonica ‘Professor Sargent’ Cont.4 4-5” Red Maple Acer rubrum B&B
55 24-30” Silver Waves Camellia Camellia japonica ‘Silver Waves’ Cont.82 18-24” Spreading Yew Taxus x media ‘Densiformis’ Cont.90 18-24” Taurus Azalea Rhododendron ‘Taurus’ Cont.
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m e t r o p o l i t a n d e s i g n s t u d i o
covington, georgia
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m e t r o p o l i t a n d e s i g n s t u d i o
location map
site map *note: the location & site maps were produced by another team member
about the almon communityAlmon is located approximately 30 miles from Atlanta and just 4 miles from Covington, Georgia. The area is characterized by its rural, scenic beauty. Its proximity to Atlanta has resulted in some recent growth -- evidenced by the I-20 exit to thesouth of the community -- and more growth is inevitable in the coming years. As a team, fellow students and myself were challenged to propose planning options that will allow the community to make smart development choices as the Almon population expands.
I-20
almon community expansionabout the design studioThe Metropolitan Design Studio was launched in 2005 through a partnership between the University of Georgia and The Center for Community Preservation and Planning and the Arnold Fund. An extension of UGA’s School of Environment and Design, the program provides the opportunity for students to work with community members to produce creative solutions guiding growth and development in Newton County.
Each year, the students participating in this program compile their work and present a booklet to the Newton County community. A digital version of our publication can be found at:
http://issuu.com/metropolitan_design_studio/docs/uga_2010_metropolitan_design_studio_book
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almon church
character buildings of almon
barbecue restaurant
p e r s o n a l s t u d i e s
ink drawing
graphite drawing
watercolor painting
repurposed stone structure
almon community expansion
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1. existing almon road plan
2. north of the railroad plan
land use conceptsalmon road realignment plan
a closer look...
In the retail core, features like sidewalks, angled parking, and street trees create a comfortable and pedestrian-friendly streetscape. The storefronts are pulled close to the street to add to the charm and character of the town center. A proposed community building sits prominently in the retail core.
Residential neighborhoods extend from the retail center. They, too, have minimal building setbacks, and garages are hidden from the road and accessed by shared alleyways.
Future phases of development would include additional retail and residential blocks radiating out from the original development.
Our team developed three potential land use concepts for Almon, and I chose to further explore the third conceptual scheme: the Almon Road Realignment Plan.
The Almon Road Realignment Plan proposes moving the portion of Almon Road nearest the I-20 interchange and the railroad. Moving Almon Road away from the railroad and extending Mt. Tabor Road would produce a T-intersection that could become a lively retail center with double frontage on all roads. The original Almon Road would become a service road for retail and residences.
Single-family Residence
Existing Road
Proposed Road
Key:
Multi-family Residence
Retail Building
Civic Building3. almon road realignment plan 15
h i s t o r i c m a c o n i n t e r n s h i p
macon, georgia
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negotiated final design
original concept
1035 College StreetMacon, GA Design Concept
Lacey GibbonsSchool of Environment & Design
University of GeorgiaScale: 1”= 10’-0”
Medium/Tall Evergreen Conifers- Suggestion: Elegantissima Arborvitae- B&B, min. 5-6’ at time of purchase
Large Evergreen Shrubs- Suggestion: Snowball Viburnum - B&B, min. 4-5’ at time of purchase
Large Evergreen Shrub- Suggestion: Snowball Viburnum- B&B, min. 4-5’ at time of purchase
Flowering Deciduous Trees- Suggestion: Yoshino Cherry- B&B, min. 6-8’ at time of purchase
Previous Building Footprint
Existing Alley
Residence
Existing Trees
Sidewalk
Medium Evergreen Shrubs- Suggestion: Indian Hawthorn - 3-5 GAL minimum
Existing Tree
Small Evergreen Shrubs- Suggestion: Compacta/ Helleri Holly- 3-5 GAL minimum
Wood & Brick Pier Benches- Brick piers should be1.5 sq. feet min. & solid masonry (or brick veneer on all sides)- 30” minimum height for piers, 18” minumum height for benches- Boards should be salvaged heart pine, pressure-treated- Another option: CMU block, stuccoed front, stepped back 2” from pier
Lawn
Lawn
Lawn
Small Evergreen Shrubs- Suggestion: Dwarf Pittosporum- 3-5 GAL minimum
Small Evergreen Shrubs- Suggestion: Dwarf Pittosporum- 3-5 GAL minimum
Existing Steps & Walk
One main goal was to include vertical elements to fill out the space. An existing tree already brings a strong vertical element to the right side of the property, but the new design for the space inludes tall evergreens to the left side of the lot and Macon’s popular Yoshino Cherry trees towards the back. The design also pays homage to the house that once rested there. L-shaped benches made of brick piers and wooden boards mark the four corners of the original house’s foundation, and the area closest to the road is planted to look like a residential front yard.
1035 college streetThe house originally lcoated at 1035 College Street was torn down after years of neglect and the lot was gifted to the Historic Macon Foundation. The owners of the neighboring lot expressed interest in purchasing the land, and Historic Macon decided that they could as long as they agreed to install a landscaping plan that would help restore the original “rhythm of the street”. My original concept for the space was too expensive for the interested buyers, but after rebudgeting the project we were able to come up with a design that pleased everyone.
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photoshop photo editing
before after
One of my tasks as an intern was to create “before” and “after” renderings for the houses the Historic Macon Foundation planned to restore. These images were then displayed under the “for sale” page of the historic macon website.
1326 ross street
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conceptual design
residence today
economical planting plan
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t e r m i n a l p r o j e c t colbert, georgia
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1. Site & provide architectural guidelines for farm structures - Birthing barn, horse shed, etc. - Gift shop for selling honey and gift baskets2. Plantings to benefit bees - Tree and shrubs that are appealing to the farm’s bees3. Planting plan for residence - Should tie in to the rural, rustic style of structures - Include plants that won’t be eaten by deer or chickens4. Unifying factors - Cohesive plantings throughout site - Signage - Details that keep with rustic, rural character5. Agritourism elements - Pavillion for agritourism events - Accomodations for overnight agritourists
When the Kennedy family purchased their thirty-acre farm three years ago, the property bore scars from years of over-farming and negligence. My goal was to help them restore the land and turn it into a healthy, sustainable farmstead as well as a desirable destination for agritourists.
kennedy farmproject introduction
project goals
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1. clustered development
- clusters all major proposed design elements in the center of the site where the existing structures are located- the rural pastures surround that central “hub” and extend to the edges of the site.
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2. 2. spanning development
- takes advantage of the whole site by spacing out the major design elements- the gift shop is located at the entrance of the site so that it is more visible to people travelling on the main road - the cabin and pavillion are located off the main circulation route and on new roads that direct visitors away from the existing residence to create more privacy for all
3. combination design
- combines positive elements of the two previous designs- the design elements related to farm activities - the gift shop, beekeeping area, and birthing barn - are all located near the existing site structures for unity and walkability- the agritourism elements are placed away from the farm’s central hub; their placement at the site’s edges creates privacy for the farm’s permanent residents & also allows visitors to drive further into the site and experience more of the farm along the way
kennedy farmconceptual designs
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master plan
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vegetable garden
central farm area
cabins and walking trail
event pavillion
kennedy farmmaster plan enlargements
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site plan
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elevation view of the proposed birthing barn
elevation view of the proposed gift shop and bee garden wall
kennedy farm
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plant schedule
Z
bee garden planting plan
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w a l t d i s n e y w o r l d i n t e r n s h i p
orlando, florida
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new world duck exhibitIn addition to the valuable horticulture skills and techniques I learned as a Walt Disney World Horticulture Professional Intern, I was also able to complete some landscape design work. As interns, we were tasked with choosing a project for improving some aspect of the Walt Disney World properties. One other intern and I worked together to create a redesign for the New World Duck Exhibit in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park.
The existing exhibit was intended to be a lush, vibrant “oasis,” but over the years it has fallen into disrepair. Heavy duck traffic combined with the rigorous raking techniques of the park’s animal keepers have resulted in a landscape with scarce amounts of vegetation.
- create a stable landscape with durable, resilient plant materials - select plant materials that do not physically harm the ducks - select a plant palette that is consistent with the “oasis” theming of the site - create/maintain a protective vegetative cover from aviary predators - introduce additional perching options for the ducks to relieve stress on the landscape - create interesting and unique views into the habitat - blur the habitat boundaries by continuing specific plantings across vistor pathways
The completed project was presented before a panel of Disney horticulturists and landscape architects and won the award for Outstanding Design. Also, the project has been “green-lighted” by Disney and will be installed in Animal Kingdom Park.
current site conditions
project goals
conclusion
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new world duck exhibitmaster plan
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resume
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CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
American Society of Landscape Architects Student Member, 2011Georgia Students of Landscape Architecture, 2007-2009Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Alpha Rho Chapter, August 2006-May 2010 - Risk Management Officer (2008-2009) UGA HEROs, supports H.E.R.O. (Hearts Everywhere Reaching Out) for Children, Inc. whose mission is to improve the quality of life for children affected by HIV and AIDS, 2006-2010 - Team Leader for Delta Delta Delta Sorority (2007 & 2008) National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 2007-2011Ducks Unlimited, UGA Chapter, 2007-2010
SKILLS
Computer: Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Google Sketch-Up, ArcGIS, Adobe InDesign & Photoshop Hand Graphics: ink, marker, colored pencil, watercolorVisual Art: trained for over 10 years under Macon, GA artist Ernie Stofko- Dixon in watercolor, oil, and acrylic; also trained in pen and ink, charcoal, and colored pencil; hired for various commission work
HONORS & AWARDS
2011 Disney’s Horticulture Outstanding Design Award, 2011 ASLA Student Merit Award Recipient, LEED Green Associate, Member of Sigma Lambda Tau Honor Society, Kiwanis Club of Macon Scholarship for the 2005 Art and Talent Showcase, HOPE Scholarship Recipient, Dean’s List
EDUCATION
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, Graduation: May 2011 Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, School of Environment and Design Cumulative GPA: 3.77/4.00
RELATED EXPERIENCE
WDW Horticulture Professional Internship, Orlando Florida, May-August 2011 - Worked alongside horticulturists at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park, Animal Kingdom Lodge, Hollywood Studios, Blizzard Beach, and Coronado Springs Resort - Proposed a redesign of the New World Duck Exhibit located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
Internship with Historic Macon Foundation, Macon, Georgia, April-June 2010 - Designed in-budget planting plans for numerous restored historic homes in the College Hill area - Used Photoshop to created “before and after” graphics of restoration projects for the Historic Macon website - Assisted 2 facade grant recipients with the design and implementation of residential landscape improvements Metropolitan Planning and Design Studio, Covington, GA, January-April 2010 - Developed planning & design strategies for Newton County - Gained public speaking experience in both large and intimate settings - Proposed and completed a community service project for the Washington Street Community Center Assistant to Freshman and Transfer Orientation of BLA, Athens, Georgia, June-August 2008 - Led groups of new students on biweekly tours of the College of Environment and Design campus and the UGA Founder’s Garden - Assisted the advisor with orientation paperwork
