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s e r e n a g a r d i n e r w o r k s
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arch i tecture
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b r o a d
The broad Contemporary art Museum, housing the collection
and facilities for the eli and edythe broad art Foundation,
embodies the playful and unexpected nature of the post-
modern and pop art within. The building draws from the
industrial and also glamorous movie studio roots of Culver City,
which is situated centrally amongst the harmony and chaos
of the greater Los angeles area. The museum manifests as
a simple rectilinear form on the exterior, while subtle pushes
and pulls on the semi-translucent façade offer a hint of the
unexpected within. once inside, the user is confronted with a
world of ephemeral boxes floating amongst a massive, multi-
use public space. The suspended boxes house the immense
collection and each one reveals a unique experience based
on the art within. a library, lecture hall, outdoor plaza and
commercial spaces additionally serve as vehicles for dynamically
connecting the community and public to the ever changing art
world, furthering the mission of the broad Foundation. This
studio was taught by Yo Hakomori and Kulapat Yantrasast of
wHY architecture based in Culver City.
Culver C i ty, Ca
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Look ing nor theast down Cu lver bou levard.
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Physical modeling was integral to the development of the form and materiality of the building. The process models shown explored various relationships to the site, the tectonics of the outer skin, and programmatic relationships and composition within the overall building volume.
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The development of the facade was a constant exercise in finding compositional balance of the interior spaces both during the day and at night. due to the enclosures translucent qualities, the volumes within are barely noticeable in daylight, with the building sitting quietly in the surrounding urban landscape. at night however, the glowing masses and structure shine through, revealing the dynamic character of the museum and the art within.
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The development of the plan evolved by unearthing compositional balance and proportion within the programmatic and site constraints. The relationship of solid to void was explored in a variety of mediums, unfolding a pattern which maximizes the aesthetic and experiential qualities of the spaces while maintaining the strict functional requirements of such a specialized museum.
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the mass ive in te r io r pub l ic space lends i tse l f to a var ie ty o f uses.
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each gallery contains a dynamic experience related to the size, type, and overall essence of the works. although each one is self-contained, the user is periodically given small glimpses back into the public realm, reinforcing one’s sense of floating within the larger space.
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Cloud Ga l le r y
typ ica l ga l le r y
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Look ing down on the open Ga l le r y
V iew Ga l le r y
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the pr imar y s t ructura l sys tem - t russed stee l f rames, suspended f rames, and la te ra l b rac ing, enc losed by a doub le g lass façade.
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the secondar y s t ructura l sys tem – post- tens ioned concrete f loor p la tes, s tee l co lumn suppor ts, ver t ica l concrete cores fo r c i rcu la t ion and mechan ica l .
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Final massing model.
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Final massing model.
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subt le day l ight f i l te r ing down through the la rgest o f the f loa t ing ga l le r ies.
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s H i F T
at the collision of downtown Portland’s two major grids
and in the shadow of the city’s tallest building, shift is
an economical thirty story mixed-use tower which serves
as an icon and catalyst for community connections. The
ground floor contains a local gallery, community arts co-op,
subsidized retail space, and restaurants, all transforming
a once drab parking lot into a lively continuation of the
urban fabric. The upper tower offers office space and
affordable low-income apartments ranging from 400
to 700 square feet. To enforce the dynamic energy of
the city at this location, each level of the tower appears
to shift and slide in relation to the grid and sight-lines,
and is achieved by simply extending and receding the
concrete slab at each level with minimal extra cost.
Having a total of only four simple plans and floor plates
varying in orientation, economy and structural efficiency
are maintained while providing additional shading and
offering outdoor space to those on upper levels. This
project demonstrates the unique and dynamic qualities
that an otherwise static building can take on when slight
variations and patterns to the structure are explored.
por t land, or
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0. stud io1. 1 bedroom2. 2 bedroom3. ma in Ent rance4. Ga l le r y5. res ident Lobby6. resaurant and bar7. k i tchen8. reta i l space
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v e r T i C a L F o r e s Tin an era where affordable housing is in short supply, a serious
issue affecting both architects and developers is how to create
delightful and sustainable spaces without sacrificing efficiency
and economy. This project explores the simple variations and
patterns in a common building type that can result in beautiful
and unexpected arrangements. By designing a simple floor
plate consisting of small, efficient units, one unit per floor may
be removed to give each level outdoor access and provide
community gathering space. Furthermore, the slabs can be
designed to allow for vegetative growth at these locations,
allowing potential for trees, plants and gardens to flourish
and create a vertical urban forest for all to enjoy. because of
the simplicity and flexibility in the floor plan, this theory could
be applied in almost any climate, location, and extended to
almost any size building needed. a multitude of patterns may
arise based on the location and height of the voids, adding
dynamicism and organic beauty to the urban landscape.
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i n v e r s i o ntokyo/kyoto/osaka, Japan
in the dense metropolises of Japan exist numerous
alley spaces that typically go unnoticed and often
are deemed too narrow or small to be utilized. in a
country where the demand for affordable housing is
astronomical, this project explores the potential for
ultra-narrow and minimal prefabricated dwellings that
could be deployed in underused spaces. The new
infill serves not as a break but rather an inversion
of the urban fabric, emphasizing continuity, flow
and connection between the solid and void rather
than separation. The solution is a simple and flexible
module based on an elongated “C” shape which
can interconnect in a variety of configurations. It is
available in lengths and widths based on the typical
tatami mat layout, with the interior arrangements
drawing off of common Japanese dwelling patterns to
create a meaningful space despite the confined size.
The modules and cladding are assembled on a strong
yet simple steel frame system, allowing the unit to
begin at ground level or to be lifted so the street level
space remains free for pedestrian traffic. As all of the
components are repetitive, made from widely available
materials and commodities, and allow for a multitude
of arrangements, the resulting dwellings are efficient,
inexpensive, and offer a temporary housing alternative
for young professionals who wish for their own space
within the dense cities of Japan.
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interconnect ing C-shape compos i te modu le
in te r io r f in ish pane ls
stee l moment f rame
side pane ls fo r in f i l l and enc losure
pane l and w indow system in f i l l
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w a L L H o u s ehatch, New mex ico
Just outside of the rural farming town of Hatch, new
Mexico lies a small, informal community of immigrant
and migrant workers. The impoverished residents face
a severe health and housing crisis that is accentuated
by lack of common municipal services such as water,
sewage and road maintenance. This project proposes
a methodology for deploying growth and expansion
of individual homes and properties, as well as overall
community design and connectivity throughout el
Milagro. by using a set of carefully oriented compressed
earth walls as an initial framework, a family can build
upon them incrementally and ultimately base their
expansion on the formation of central courtyard spaces
while maximizing thermal mass and potential for
future growth. This methodology allows for continual
personalization and expansion as new family members
move in or property is subdivided. building upon these
patterns encourages the growth of healthier and more
pleasant dwellings, evolving family and community life so
that ultimately residents may focus their energies on the
bigger issues which affect them.
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These models explored the multitude of various arrangements of a wall and it’s adjacent structures within a constrained site. This exercise revealed how these spatial patterns could potentially enhance social and community interaction and growth.
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potent ia l communi ty growth pat te rns in response to the landscape
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d e x T e r L a K e b o a T H o u s eLowel l , oregon
situated on a narrow strip of land along dexter reservoir, thirty minutes outside of eugene, the new boathouse for the
university of oregon Crew Team replaces the dilapidated shed that once served as their primary storage and gathering
space. gently embedded within the sloped landscape, the new complex is divided into two buildings which blend
in amongst the forest. one serves as a community and team gathering space, while the other provides training and
storage facilities. They are united by a central outdoor space that may be utilized for viewing regattas but also a variety of
community gatherings. both buildings are composed of heavy timber framing with an upward twisting roof that creates an
outward sense of movement, accentuating both the physical and symbolic connection to the water. The dynamic structure
generates a unique rhythm while letting light in to otherwise dark spaces, such as the boat storage rooms, and reinforcing
a connection to the organic and natural beauty which surrounds it.
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boathouse in te r io r Ent r y in te r io r
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ob jects
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T H e b o x e x P e r i M e n TThe objective of The box experiment was to explore the dynamic nature
of a typically static architectural component, The wall, and to observe
how people could potentially respond to its various spatial arrangements.
by using a set of narrow boxes that were arranged initially in a public
lobby, The wall was able to shift, transform, and easily move within the
space. not only did people react to The wall, but began to interact
with and change it themselves. over one week, The wall constantly
disintegrated and reassembled while completely altering the dynamics
of the space. The experiment was a firsthand example of how spaces
and objects normally considered static can be transformed when
users are given the ability to physically interact with their environment.
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r e F r a C T i o n
refraction is a low-cost passive device that harnesses
natural elements to create a dynamic space and provide
visual stimulation to occupants. designed to serve the
occupants of the Moss st. Children’s Center in eugene, it
acts as a prism to refract light and create a spectrum on
an adjacent surface. with collected rainwater acting as
the medium, the spectrum constantly ripples and moves,
and the reflecting surface underneath can be adjusted to
aim the effect where desired. even during the winter when
direct sunlight cannot provide a full spectrum, the caustics
from water movement are still visible. during the summer, if
properly located, the device can also assist with evaporative
cooling. Throughout the design process, 1” scale replicas
were made of existing spaces to physically test and record
the actual effects.
i n te r io r v iew
Eugene, or
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Fiat Lux (Let There be Light) is a luminaire
designed for the science Library at the
university of oregon, or any other space
where task lighting is required. worked on
as a group project, the design consists of
three used hardcover books with the middles
carved out for the appropriate hardware.
Clear acrylic sheets are then inserted within
the pages to channel light outward from as
well as underneath. Lighting measurements
were taken and calculated to ensure even
and adequate lighting is provided. The result
is a modern interpretation of illumination
through learning, and giving otherwise
neglected books a new purpose.
F i a T L u x
photomet r ic char t
top V iew
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obser vat ions
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F L aT T e n e d T i M eas one moves through a gallery or museum, there exists a
peculiar relationship between the observer and the observed.
Perception of time can fluctuate in correlation to proximity
between the two. The closer one gets to a work of art, the slower
they move and the more carefully they observe and reflect upon
the subject. Their range of view also changes as they advance
through a space. This project graphically explored these three
dimensional relationships within a two dimensional medium -
mapping movement, views and time through a gallery space.
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M o d e L i n g The exploration of volume, composition, and materiality through physical modeling is a crucial and often pivotal component in my design process. i use modeling to continually inform my design, from the initial stages with abstract models, until the end with a fully developed massing, structural or detail model. i employ a variety of materials and textures in unique ways to best convey my ideas and develop a concept to its fullest potential.
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Through my art, i strive to convey fluidity, motion, and dynamicism, whether with rough architectural sketches or a composed figure drawing or painting. My most developed mediums have been pencil and charcoal, with an emphasis on human figures and portraits. i also possess skill in watercolor, oil and acrylic painting, with subject matter ranging from abstract to detailed architectural compositions and landscapes.
d r a w i n g +Pa i n T i n g
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graph i te
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L i g H T + T e x T u r eThe interaction of scale, shadow and texture in nature and the built
environment supply my design process with informal precedents that
i document through photography, video and sketching. The constant
interplay of these elements reinforces my resolve to create spaces that
come alive with movement, light and materiality.
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photographs
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c o n t a c tserena Gard iner877 Yan’an middle road, bui lding 7shanghai, China 200031
phone +86 186 1621 3864
emai lserena.gard iner@gmai l .com