EMMANUEL MORAN VELEZ

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

The understanding of various variables within a site is a step towards the developing of a functional system. Within a system every element has an aff ect towards other elements in a site. The value of each element is equally responsible to the functionality of the site being proposed. Upon deciding how a site can be functional and sustainable, a strict observation

and analysis of the site must be collected. With the analysis and context data collected of both the site and surrounding

systems the process of developing a strategic design initiates. The understanding of the variables that currently create the

existing system can lead to appropriate design decision for the site. Human involvement and usage is important to understand

the interaction between the habitat created and the spaces provided. Every system developed has the opportunity

to inhabited species other than human. Understanding the conditions needed for migratory species relies on the

appropriate plant selection and spaces provided. I believe in allowing the user to enjoy the aesthetics of a working

ecosystem while allowing interaction with the systems. I view the development of a site as an improvement to a large scale

system.

EMMANUEL MORAN VELEZ

210 Lake st. Apt.12DIthaca, NY 14850

2405 Crotona Ave. Apt.19Bronx, NY 10458

em476@cornell.edu

(607)319-9154

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

RESIDENTIAL

CANCER RESOURCE CENTER

CAYUGA WATERFRONT PROJECT

UNIFYING CORRIDOR

URBAN ART CORRIDOR

GREEN ROOF

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DRY UPLAND

Juglans nigra

Quercus rubra

Quercus macrocarpa

Cercidiphyllum japonicum

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

HABITAT

BLUE SAGE

GARDEN PHLOX

ROSE VERBENA

PRAIRE DROPSEED

BLUE FALSE INDIGO

PURPLE POPPY MALLOW

BUTTERFLY WEED

BUTTONBUSH

JUDDS FALLS

JUDDS FALLS

FOUNDERS’ CASCADILLACREEK

NORTH CAMPUS

FALLCREEK

NORTH CAMPUS

FOUNDERS’

FALL CREEK

CASCADILLA CREEK

Cornell University is proposing new additions to the campus based on anticipated population and development growth. One of the proposals

is the addition of East quad as a mixed use quad containing housing and educational units. Judd Falls Greenway functions as a corridor that

connects various locations on campus and off campus. Upon researching on habitats and migratory patterns of the immediate surrounding

site, the data determinate that Judd Falls Greenway was a primary lateral corridor that connected fall creek and Cascadilla creek. The

design proposal allowed for the corridor to connect naturally into the surrounding habitat patches. Based on tree analysis conducted of the

surrounding natural areas, the introductions of three habitats classifi ed by the data are being implemented to allow for connectivity to the habitat

patches and potential create habitat areas within Judd Falls . Judd Falls Greenway was design as a habitat corridor that will allow pedestrian and

vehicular movement. The habitats created can be used for educational

living labs.

PROCESS:AutoCAD

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UNIFYING CORRIDOR

JUDD FALLS GREENWAY

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FLOOPLAIN FORESPopulus deltoides

Ulmus

Acer negundo

Acer saccharinum

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HUMAN MOVEMENT

DRY UPLAND FOREST

HABITAT

FLOODPLAIN FOREST

HABITAT CORRIDOR

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WATERFRONT PROJECT

CAYUGA WATERFRONT PROJECT

The city of Ithaca has proposed to move the NYSDOT site located on the Cayuga Waterfront, leaving the site to be proposed for development.

The new development proposes the site to be a potential mixed

use residential district that will allowed for the continuation of the Cayuga Waterfront Trail. The design proposed incorporates

the needs of the surrounding environment to reconnect the mixed use residential district into the Waterfront Trail and the Farmers

market that is adjacent to the site. The design proposal was designed to introduce diff erent green infrastructure usages; Green roofs,

permeable pavers, swales and water collection ponds. The building was layout strategically to form vital corridors that interacted with the

waterfront trail development. The site is advertised as a pedestrian

friendly environment by the reduction of accessibility for personal vehicles. Public Transportation is advertised for access into the city. The

formation of buildings allows for a mixed use of residential housing and retail locations. The goal of the design was to create a role model for

sustainable and modern development in the city of Ithaca.

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WATERFRONT TRAIL IN RELATIONS TO MIXED USE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT

COMMERCIAL

PARKING GARAGE

HOTEL_CONFERENCE CENTER

PROCESS:AutoCAD

Hand Rendering Sketch up pro

V-rayAdobe Illustrator

Photoshop

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SHOPPING CORRIDOR

CENTRAL COURTYARD WITH WATER RETENTION PONDCENTRAL COURTYARD WITH WATER RETENTION POND

CAYUGA WATERFRONT TRAIL WITH SITE CONTEXT

SHOPPING CORRIDOR

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RESIDENTIAL

This is a collection of hand drafted samples that were created as a class exercise during my two years in SUNY Cobleskill under the

supervision and teaching from Jack Ingles. The medium used in these exercises included technical pens, Chartpak markers, Prismacolor

pencils and pastels. The selected samples were included to illustrate various understanding in hand rendering techniques.

HAND RENDERING SAMPLES

45 MINUTE HAND RENDER ILLUSTRATIONS

LIVING SPACE

ENCLOSED FAMILY LIVING SPACE

FRONT ENTRANCE DETAIL ILLUSTRATION

PROCESS:Hand Rendering

Technical penChartpak Markers

Prismacolor Pencils Pastels

Photoshop

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The purpose of these projects were to create a design for a residential

property. The assignment contained cost estimates for the installation and cost of the materials. There was a Budget given which had to include installation, removal and cost for materials. The bed edging was form to provide a natural fl ow of division between planting beds and lawn space. The strategic location of the plant selections helped with the attraction towards the entrance of the building. The selections of plants were determined by the seasonality of fl owering and fragrance along with specifi cations of the site. The rendering illustrates the design idea in a more detailed drawing.

SEASONAL INTEREST PLANTING SELECTION WITH CONTEXT

THEME RESIDENTS IN COMPARISON TO PLANT SELECTION

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

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HEALING GARDENS

CANCER RESOURCE CENTER

Upon the clients requested, the space provided required accommodations for entertainment events, socializing events,

recreational exercises while providing handicap accessibility and meditation areas. The proposal allowed for an opportunity for a

healing garden in order to provide an interactive and relaxing environment. The selection of plant materials consisted on the fi ve

senses; smell, touch, see, hear and taste. The water feature provided a private relaxing atmosphere. One of the constraints of the site was the noise pollution created by the adjacent street. The selection of canopy cover helped with the reduction of the noise pollution. The

layout of the plan provided both private mediation spaces and open

interactive spaces. The maintenance of the site can be a potential community building exercise. The pavement integration with the lawn

space is a symbolism of the interaction of the user and the natural environment.

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CIRCULATION

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The unity model allowed for the opportunity to understand the space developed in a virtual interaction method. The user could virtually walk through the site and experience the space provided. The Webplayer can be provided upon request to further exam the model.

UNITY MODEL

CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN OPEN SPACE AND PRIVATE AREA

COMMUNITY BUILDNG SPACE WITH HEALING GARDEN IN THE BACKGROUND

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URBAN ART CORRIDOR

PROMENADE SMITH

SPACE VISUAL ANALYSIS Z-CUT CONCEPT FOR FORMATION OF TOPOLOGY AND SPACE

Promenade Smith is Located in Montreal, Canada along the edge of the Lachine Canal. Promenade smith is a

historic industrial site that was once inhabited by Irish labor workers. It is currently being redeveloped

as a mixed use district housing; residential units, offi ce and retail spaces. The new development has

promoted a movement of existing residents to determine the functionality of the site. Upon research

of the site the neighborhood strongly suggested an artistic neighborhood. Adjacent to the site, various

locations were used for public art demonstrations and community building activities. The formation of

topologies created staging and audience areas for community events. The space adjacent to the rail road tracks provided an opportunity for migratory corridors and it is intended to allow the user to interact visually

with the rail road and habitats. The design was intended to allow for public art and community spaces.

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PROCESS:AutoCAD

Adobe IllustratorRhinocerosPhotoshop

Physical ModelPhotography

URBAN LIGHT ART

CAFE AREA WITH SITTING SPACE

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TERRACE_PATIO SPACE FOR SITTING

CLUB_BAR_RESTAURANT

GRASS TERRACE FOR URBAN ART

OPEN SPCAE FOR COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

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CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Planting plan and sedum planting bed construction details designed for a green roof installation in Clark hall/ Physical Science building in Cornell University. Reviewed by Peter Trowbridge.PROCESS:AutoCADAdobe Illustrator

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EMMANUEL MORAN VELEZ

210 Lake st. Apt.12DIthaca, NY 14850

2405 Crotona Ave. Apt.19Bronx NY 10458

em476@cornell.edu

(607)319-9154

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