Displaced View
The Engineering area of The University of Texas at Austin has undergone a transformation with the addition of several new features. A canopy has been installed to provide shade and protection from the elements, a platform serves as a gathering place for events or activities, a bench offers a place to rest and relax, a bridge allows for convenient movement between areas, and paved walkways provide easy navigation throughout the space. These additions were made to the previously empty topography, and are designed to enhance the student experience and create a more welcoming and functional environment.
The Engineering Education and Research Center (EER) at The University of Texas at Austin has a new addition designed to enhance the student experience: a canopy installed on the lawn in front of the building. This canopy provides much-needed shade in an area that can experience long, hot summers. It also creates additional space for students to study and hang out with friends while enjoying the benefits of natural light. In addition, the canopy offers protection from the sun's rays and rain, encouraging more people to spend time outdoors and potentially reducing the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning, which can save energy and reduce the carbon footprint.
As a component of the main Engineering Education and Research Center (EER) Project, a pedestrian bridge was designed to span the creek behind the EER. This bridge, like the canopy and bench, is inspired by the form of waves and aims to enhance the student experience by providing a convenient and visually appealing means of crossing the creek. The bridge is an important addition to the EER, as it allows students to easily navigate the area and access all the resources and facilities the center has to offer.
In this individual project, I had the opportunity to design an office space for an architectural firm. The design features a two-story layout, allowing me to incorporate 15 office rooms while leaving space for additional amenities. These amenities include a recreational area for employees to relax and unwind, numerous balconies adorned with plants, a library for research and inspiration, restrooms for convenience, and a conference room for meetings and collaboration. I believe that these features will create a comfortable and functional work environment.
For this project, I was tasked with designing a restaurant with a specific theme. I chose to create a Mediterranean restaurant with a tropical twist, incorporating elements such as palm trees in the outdoor dining area and a variety of plants throughout the indoor spaces. In addition to these design elements, the restaurant features a valet parking area, city and lake views, multiple dining areas, and a small waterfall. These features all contribute to the overall ambiance and atmosphere of the restaurant, and I believe they will create a unique and memorable dining experience for customers.