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TABLEOFCONTENTS

academic workpages 4 - 11

graphic workpages 12 - 17

construction workpages 19 - 24

ACADEMICWORK

this section includes work from my first semester of study in LSU’s undergraduate land-scape architecture program, specifically the class landscape representation I. the class fo-cused on analog methods of representation including: draw-ing, diagramming, model build-ing, photomontage, and col-lage.

one t ree: four waysdescription:

this study of a tree consists of four parts and a total of eight drawings. each part is designed to ex-plore the different charac-teristics of the tree ranging from fine details to its posi-tion within the surrounding environment.

parts:

four 4”x4” drawingstwo feet from the treegraphite on bristol

two 8”x8” drawings10 feet from the treekonte on bristol

one 18”x12” drawing20 feet from the treegraphite on bristol

one 3’x6’ drawing60 feet from the treekonte on brown paper

d e s i g n i n g t h e b o x

light box: design & builddescription:

this project is best de-scribed as three separate phases:

1. find, document, and diagram a space fea-turing both natural and artificial light sources

2. design and build a box which creates a dynamic composition with the change in light conditions

3. document the dynamic composition inside the box

parts:

plan and section drawings of the selected space

four drawings diagraming the light characteristics of the selected space

two mock-up boxes

one box: final design

six drawings representing the changing light condi-tions inside the box

All Lights On/Open Morning Light Artificial Light Afternoon Light

mock-up #1with my first mock-up i explored various construc-tion methods and materials. centered around a col-umn illuminated with light, the design incorporates a semi-translucent ceiling and backlit panels.

mock-up #2building on the design principles of my first mock-up, i changed the column into a funnel to better capture overhead light. i replaced the semi-translu-cent ceiling with a plexiglas floor and glass beads.

8:30 am - Natural Light 2:30 pm - Natural Light

All Apertures Open All Apertures Closed

Artificial Light Optimized Natural Light Optimized

final designafter critique i decided to scrap my original design. the new design optimizes the two most-differing light sources, the ceiling lamp and late-afternoon sunlight, to create a dynamic composition.

jacket and c hairone 18” x 12” drawinggraphite on bristol

by utilizing the strong contrast of the sun coming through the blinds i composed this drawing with a focus on the various angles created by shadows and furniture

one object : two waystwo 14” x 10” drawingsgraphite on bristol

a study of lighting, tone and composition using only a white foam board corner, a desk lamp, and an object of my choice. the assignment required two drawings of the same object; one open, the other closed.

trash collage + drawingone 16” x 16” collageone 14” x 14” drawinggraphite on bristol

an exploration of texture and tone, the as-signment consisted of scavenging random discarded items from which to create an in-teresting composition and then draw it.

the f loor scrapersone 7” x 5” drawinggraphite on bristol

a recreation of Gustave Caillebotte’s beau-tiful 1875 oil painting, this was part of an assignment to gain a better understanding of perspective in art.

the contents of this section con-sist of marketing and branding materials i created for myself as a real estate salesperson and a small construction com-pany. design projects included: websites, logo design, mailers, brochures, flyers, newsletters, business cards, business forms, and other business related sup-port documents.

GRAPHICWORK

Seatt leLowCostL i s t ing.comas the focus of my marketing strategy, seattlelowcostlist-ing.com was designed to be the portal through which i would gain new clients for my real estate business. the website design centers

around educating potential clients about buying and selling a home. also included on the website are forms and tools to simplify and streamline these complicated processes.

webs i te(right page)

home page and three of the informational sections of the web-site (no longer active)

pos tcard(above and right)

5” x 7” card stock; used to compare the services and costs of several real estate brokers

www.MilanDesignBuild.com

www.MilanDesignBuild.com

mi lan des ign + bui ld

corporate brand-ing; logo and business card design for a small construction company specializing in high end outdoor living spaces

dpr real ty

personal business card design while working as a real estate salesperson in arizona

al l about p ie : f lyer part of a joint-venture marketing cam-paign to attract individuals interested in learning about real estate investment

CONSTRUCTIONWORK

for a period of four years i worked in a small construc-tion company specializing in high-end residential remodel. my primary duties dealt with project management, but i was often involved in the de-sign process as well as general labor. this included: electri-cal, plumbing, finish carpentry, tile,masonry, landscaping, and framing.

this photograph, taken from the northwest corner of the property, highlights the new stairs and walkway. the front and side yards were excavated, and an estate wall was installed featuring cultured stone and faux rod iron fencing.

the admiral es tatethis 1919 craftsman located in the prestigious admiral district of west seattle received a complete renovation and remodel of both structure and grounds.

improvements to the structure were expansive. both plumbing and electrical were updated throughout the house. windows and roof were replaced. the home gained a new gourmet kitchen and expanded bathrooms as well as a garage addition and new deck. in order to accommodate these changes both the main floor and basement layouts were reworked.

to create a more impressive view from the street, the front and side yards were excavated and re-graded. the perimeter of the grounds gained an estate wall featuring a cultured stone facade and faux rod iron fencing. to increase privacy and decrease road noise, arbor vitae were planted behind the wall. entrance to the property was moved to the corner of the lot, and a con-crete walkway lined with a planting strip was installed to create a more park-like atmosphere.

• architectural-grade roof

• new cedar shake siding

• weathervane vinyl windows

• new 200-watt electrical panel

• new wiring throughout

• new copper plumbing

• custom 60-inch mahogany entry

• custom mill work

• custom mantle

• coffered ceilings in formal rooms

• gas fireplace insert

• added new bathroom

• custom tile work

• complete kitchen remodel

• two complete bathroom remodels

• new brazilian hardwood flooring

• installed wool carpet

• heated marble floors in bathroom

• american standard jetted tubs

• ge monogram kitchen appliances

• garage addition

• french drain system

• estate wall w/ cultured stone

• new side deck

• new gas forced-air furnace

• new gas water heater

• retrofitted insulation

• new sheetrock and paint

(top) exterior - west side showcases the estate wall, new deck, and garage addition; (bot-tom left) master shower features travertine tile with custom accents; (bottom right) american standard jetted tub with custom tile accents and sconce lighting

(top left) this custom desk alcove could be used for additional countertop space; (top right) commerical-grade ge monogram gas range and dual oven featured a griddle and heat lamps; (bottom) kitchen features custom tile work, antiqued cabinets, and a granite sink

CONTACT INFORMATION

nic holas mi lan

2344 brightside drivebaton rouge, la 70820

206 310 9880nicholas.milan@gmail.com

CONTACT INFORMATION

nic holas mi lan

2344 brightside drivebaton rouge, la 70820

206 310 9880nicholas.milan@gmail.com