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objeCtive:
eduCAtion:
skills:
honors / AwArds:
To obtain a challenging position that allows me to utilize the diverse technical skills I have acquired. I am a strong believer in collaborative design and have participated as a team member, or team leader for numerous Architecture classes, competitions, and built design pieces. My influences draw from a background in anthropology, as well as a general interest in cultural interaction, digital fabrication and design. I believe that interaction is a key factor in the design and creation of the built environment. I hope to one day utilize all of these aspects to gain experience in my chosen field in order to eventually receive an architecture license.
Masters of Architecture: Arizona State University - Tempe, Arizona - August 2012 - May 2014Architecture Cumulative GPA: 3.5
Bachelor of Science in Architecture: University of Texas - Arlington, Texas - August 2007 - December 2011 - Minor: AnthropologyArchitecture Cumulative GPA: 3.3
Study Abroad: Rome Studio - Summer 2011 Paris Studio - Fall 2013
I have a thorough knowledge of the following computer programs: AutoCAD, Rhino, 3Ds Max, Keyshot, Revit, Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and InDesign), Corel Paint Shop Pro, Final Cut Pro, Mic-rosoft Office, Real Flow
Other Skills: filing systems, scanners, copiers, large format plotters, laser cutters, CNC milling, and 3D printing equipment.
- Winner of the Arizona State University X-Square Competition: 2013X-Domos Project
- Student Leader: Dean Candidate Selection Board
- Published in the 2014 Competition: The Unbelievable ChallengeSnow Globe Fields
Christopher Allen Nelson
work experienCe:steelman and partners june 2014 - Currentproject Coordinator las vegas, nevada
Plays an integral role on several project teams and is responsible for delivering and completing all phases of building development projects of varying size and complexity. The Project Coordinator is responsible for directing, organizing and controlling project phases, under the direction of a Project Manager & Senior Designer.
(Asu) herberger institute for deisgn & the Arts August 2012 - May - 2014digital lab Aide tempe, Arizona
My role was to implement a variety of customer service techniques to ensure that students have or could obtain what they need to succeed both technologically and strategically. The job also consisted of the research and development of new methods for improving digital lab technology while maintaining clear communication with the team regarding our expectations. Also part of the job was ensuring that we are openly communicating to the students regarding what happens on a daily basis in the Digital Lab.
lionakis design Group june 2013 - August - 2014Civic / Commercial intern sacramento, California
My role was to design small scale additions, and projects for various California State facilities. It involved creating bidding, design and construction packages for use in all phases of design and construction. As in intern I participated in various programs, and meetings with a variety of disciplines to gain a thorough professional understanding of how the profession operates.
brenda’s drawing board january 2012 - August - 2012draftsman beaumont, texas
My role was to assist with the measurement of residential and industrial buildings on location; verify measurements displayed on customer provided drawings against location measurements; input data acquired into computers to produce drafts and final drawings; modify drawings as needed; scan/copy various documents; and a variety of other assigned duties.
tAble of Contents:ACAdeMiC projeCts
CultivAtinG MediCinAl lAndsCApes: 2014 - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Programs: Research, Retail, Hospitality, Entertainment, and Community
the industriAl inCubAtor: (2013) - Location: Paris, France (Rive Gauche; 13th Arr.) - Programs: Education, Retail, Residential
x-squAre CoMpetition: x-doMos: (2013) - Location: Tempe, AZ - Programs: Community - Exhibit stood from August 2013 to August 2014
perforMAtive flow: (2011) - Location: Dallas, TX - Programs: Commercial, Entertainment, Hospitality, Residential, Retail, and Transportation.
byzAntine revivAl: AuditoriuM: (2013) - Location: Houston, TX - Programs: Entertainment
professionAl projeCts
theAter of ConstruCtion: 2011 - Location: Florence, Italy - Programs: Museum, and Historic Preservation
buenA vue CAsino: 2014 - Location: Ione, CA - Programs: Entertainment, and Gambling
nAGAworld CAMbodiA 2: 2015 - Location: Phnom Penh, Vietnam - Programs: Entertainment, Gambling, and Hospitality
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Buena Vue Exterior Day View 4 September 04, 2014
CultivAtinG MediCinAl lAndsCApes
Concert DaysMarket DaysPublic DaysCultural MapSite Location
This project named Cultivating Medicinal Landscapes is a conceptual exploration of how public parks can come to serve a purpose for both the Community as well as Industry. the project set in an industrial corridor of Las Angeles is the fault line between Chinatown and the Industrial section of the city. Located next to one of the largest parks in the city the site hopes to teach the community the importance of horticulture through the creation of a multi-ecological research lab, community event space, and park.
Longitudinal Section
View: Garden Interior
View: Garden Entry
Cultivating medicinal L a n d s c a p e sChris Nelson +Julia Beardsley
aloe vera
echinacea
sea buckthorn
thyme
arid
ginseng
chinese yam
shaderosemary
globe artichoke
lemon balm
mediterranean
plantain
tropics
agnus castus
wu wei zi
tea tree
gotu kola
bamboo
marshmallow
pot gold marigold
peppermint
evening primrose
sage
siberian ginseng
liquorice
chamomile
milk thistle
great yellow gentian
great burdock
stinging nettle
mushrooms
st. john’s wort
comfrey
feverfewmullien
cannabis
lavender
arnica
prunella vulgaris
invasive
diverse climates
ginkgo biloba
retail
processing
Subtractive + Additive
Initial Idea Site Traffic
Program
IndustrialChinatown
Park
Light Rail
N
Informal
Farmer’s Market
Concerts
Conceptual Plan: Ground Floor
the industriAl inCubAtor
This project takes place along the newly developed ecological boulevard in the 13th arrondissement along the Seine river. The area is a reclaimed industrial area which is being developed into a modern “green” design district. As such the history of it’s location and the goal of its future development is a rather interesting contradiction. Thus this project was created with an understanding of that basis. The industrial incubator was designed to be a community based on the evolution and further development of ecological science and design. The community would flow through the site and be able to learn, experience and become a part of the ecology of the city they inhabit.
View: Elevated Park
Level 01: Retail / Community Gardens
Program Evolution: Floor Plates Program Evolution: Massing Program Evolution: Combination
Level 02: Public Park
Level 03: University Class rooms / Auditoriums
Level 04: Visiting Professional Living
byzAntine revivAl: AuditoriuM
The Byzantine Revival is a project based in Houston Texas. The Menil Campus is a community based art collection and exhibition in the heart of Houston. As such the campus is intimately connected to both a school, residential community, and museum. This project was designed as an adaptive reuse project focusing on the Byzantine Chapel which is currently unoccupied and was created by a Menil family member. Instead of taking away the intimacy of the neighborhood this project chose to utilize the existing facility to create an auditorium for the community, visiting artists, and professionals.
View: Private Green Space View: Lobby View: Section
Cedar wood plankspanel hangersextruded Aluminium
Mullionsdouble layer Glass
waterproof Membrane
rigid insulation
Concrete on Metal deck
i-beam (bolted)
C-Channel (bolted)
Cedar wood planks (interior)
panel hangers(interior)
framed wall
window Glazing
low Concrete wall
flashing
Air space
rusticated stone veneer
flooring sleepers
wood flooring
ventilation Grate
12 in. return duct
Ceiling hangers
Mechanical basement
pedestrian Corridor
service Corridor
b
structural Concrete wall
hss tube (4x6 in) Machined
C-Channel (machined)
rollers with Aluminium Clasps
inlayed C- Channel
inlayed flashing
waterproof Membrane
Concrete on Metal deck
finished Gypsum wall
i-beam (bolted)
precast Concrete wall
finished ceiling
framed door & wall
finished Gypsum wall
finished concrete flooring
12 in. return duct
Ceiling hangers
Mechanical basement
restroomspace
theaterspace
desiGned extrusion: perforMAtive flow
This Project is an exploration of Fluid dynamics, and how it can be integrated into a site to create a sinuous, multi-level, transversable space. Utilizing the previous site mapping studies, the design was centered on the expansion, connection and interconnectivity on both Main Street, and the Dallas underground network. Furthermore by creating a flexible shading system, spaces like these can be operable year round, and bring life back to the ground level, while still maintaining the underground network, and hubs.
Ground Floor Plan: - Lobby - Retail - Event Space
Amenities Level Plan: - Gym - Offices and Rentals - Gathering Space
Typ. Living Level Plan: - Maintenance and Storage - 1 - 3 Bedroom Units - Sky Lobby
Penthouse Level Plan: - Multiple Balconies - 2 Bedrooms
These diagrams represent the form as it evolved from theoretical particles to extruded programmed mass.
x-squAre CoMpetition: x-doMos
X-Domos is the 2013 installment of the yearly ASU X-Square competition piece. Offered to the winners of design excellence each group created their own design team and complete a full set of construction drawings. Once their design is chosen they must construct it within the given budget for the year. This project was designed to provide shade year-round and be able to change to adapt to a multiplicity of uses. Furthermore the extrusions create both public and private spaces within the geodesic dome shape.
Left: Design Intent Model.Right: Precedents - Epcot: Buck Fuller
- People’s Meeting Dome: Tejlgaard & Jepsen
- Neighborhood Jungle Gym
theAter of ConstruCtion: MuseuM expAnsion
X-Domos is the 2013 install Furthermore the extrusions create both public and private spaces within the geodesic dome shape.
Level 02 - Floor Plan
Level 01- Floor Plan
Ground- Floor Plan
Basement- Floor Plan Section - Lighting Study
professionAl (nAtionAl): buenA vue
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Buena Vue Exterior Night View September 04, 2014
This project is located in Ione, CA and is a casino belonging to the Miwok tribe local to the area. As such it has been fully developed tot he tribe’s specifications and is currently in the process of construction.
Personal Participation: - Schematic Design through Construction Documents - Tasks consisted mostly on item specifications, mill-work, floor, wall, andtransition details.
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Steelman PartnersSMBuena Vue Ground Level Plan S eptember 04, 2014
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Buena Vue Exterior Day View 5 September 04, 2014
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updatingBuena Vue Food Court Dining View 1 September 04, 2014
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Buena Vue Cafe View 1 September 04, 2014
September 04, 2014
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Presentation
professionAl (internAtionAl): nAGAworld: CAMbodiA
This project is located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and is a casino and resort expansion to the pre-existing NagaWorld 1 complex (1/4 mile away). This project presents a number of challenges such as custom fabricated facade and roof elements. This project is currently in Design Development phase.
Personal Participation: - Schematic Design through Design Development - Tasks consisted of detailing roof, and facade elements along with the coordination of struc-tural challenges and interior specifications.
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPSteelman PartnersSMNAGA FASHION CLUB Scheme 2 - Tropical Lounge Dining Plans December 11, 2014
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPNagaworld Cambodia Building 2 Promenade Escalator View 1 December 11, 2014
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPNagaworld Cambodia Building 2 Lobby View December 11, 2014
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPNagaworld Cambodia Building 2 Level 24 Pool Deck Night View 2 December 11, 2014
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPSteelman PartnersSMNagaworld Cambodia Building 2 Level 02 Plan December 11, 2014
© 2014 Steelman Partners LLPSteelman PartnersSMNagaworld Cambodia Building 2 Level 24 Hotel Tower Plan December 11, 2014
December 11, 2014
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Building 2 Summary