stefan popp • aiasmobile phone: 303.506.7146email: stefan.j.popp@gmail.com1999 crystal peak highlands ranch, co. 80129

design portfoliostefan popp • aias

table of contentsthe way of tea

Studio 4: Sacred Space

UCD Faculity Review and Gallery, Fall 2015

assemblage

Studio 3: Music Venue

UCD Faculty Choice Gallery, Spring 2015

halfway art house

Studio 2: Site + Program

UCD 2015 Accreditation Review Representative of Student Work, Fall 2014

threshold, sequence, hierarchy

Studio 2

UCD 2015 Accreditation Review Representative of Student Work, Fall 2014

personal statement

This I believe

Stefan Popp • AIAS 1999 Crystal Peak Mobile phone: 303.506.7146 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Email: stefan.j.popp@gmail.com

Profile

I am seeking a challenging position where I can utilize my education and training to further develop my skills while pursuing my goal of becoming a licensed architect.

Education

University of Colorado Denver, 2016 Denver, Colorado Architecture - Bachelors of Science Arapahoe Community College, 2013 Littleton, Colorado Architecture Associate of Applied Science

Accomplishments

UCD Faculty Review and Gallery, Fall 2015 IBI Group, Summer Internship 2015 UCD Faculty Choice Gallery, Spring 2015 UCD 2015 Accreditation Review Representative of Student Work, Fall 2014 ACC ASID&AED Student Exhibition Colorado Gallery of the Arts 2013 Knowledge of International Building Codes 2012 Proficient in REVIT 2-D Drafting Certificate in Auto CAD Hand Drafting and Other Design Skills Skills

Ethical Positive Attitude Energetic and organized Attention to detail Hard Working Quick Learner Able to take Instructions and Direction Adaptable REVIT Auto CAD Google Sketch Up Q-GIS Adobe Creative Suite Windows Live Movie Maker Microsoft Office Applications

Design Skills / Analysis Hand Drafting Scale Models

IBC 2012 Construction Scheduling Construction Estimating

ProjectWise ISO Training Request for Proposal Request for Qualification Request for Clarification

Resumestefan popp • aias

Stefan Popp • AIAS 1999 Crystal Peak Mobile phone: 303.506.7146 Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Email: stefan.j.popp@gmail.com

Travel Experience

United States Mexico China Dubai, United Arab Emirates Work History

IBI Group Inc. – Denver, Colorado June 2015 to August 2015 Summer Internship (Architecture) AutoNation Buick, GMC – Lone tree, Colorado May 2014 to May 2015 Porter (service) Don Massey Cadillac – Lone tree, Colorado July 2010 to July 2013 Porter / Lot Tech (sales) Bear Creek Archery – Englewood, Colorado May 2005 to July 2010 Certified Level I Instructor, League Leader, Arrow Fletcher Lerch Bates, Inc. Elevator Consulting Firm – Littleton, Colorado Various occasions Filing, General Office Tasks References provided upon request.

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A dense urban site is challenged and what is created is a construct that is sacred through the illusion of being secluded. Rethinking the process by which tea houses are conventionally designed elements can be reimagined in a modern contemporary way to create a space reminiscent of tradition accepted by time and place. A modern structure considerate of tradition, order, and ceremony utilizes phenomenology of light, thresholds, sequence and hierarchy to create a space that is sacred and meaningful to the user.

Borrowed scenery (Shakkei) - Is the concept of integrating the background landscape outside the gardenand bringing it into the design of the garden, both natural and man made. This design concept takes traditional elements of the Japanese tea garden and reimagines them to take on form and context. The architecture and gardens that are occupied during any given tea ceremony create a sacred space through design elements and their placement, as thoughtful of the guests as of those preparing tea. “The whole process is not about drinking tea, but is about aesthetics, preparing a bowl of tea from one's heart. The host of the ceremony always considers the guests with every movement and gesture. Even the placement of the tea utensils is considered from the guests view point (angle).” Other architectural elements traditional to Tea houses are Tatami mats and the Shouji screen which give the space and visitors a scared feeling. “Tatami mats also have health bene�ts. Tatami is made of soft reed which according to traditional Chinese medicine calms the spirit. The natural smell relaxes the body and soothes the mind.” While the shouji screen creates privacy and �lters light. Both these elements combine to create a space that is cleansing, calming, and healthy similar to tea. http://japanese-tea-ceremony.net/

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design studio 4sacred space

analysis and design as complementary processes.

design intentions based on analytical research and

close study of the relationships between architecture,

precident and culture. considering buildings as settings

that address issues of culture, society, economy and

ecology. incorporateing structure, light, and material

as expressive elements of an architectural composition

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design studio 4The way of tea

The program of the building relates to the Japanese tea ceremony, one

of the oldest practices in history. The architecture and gardens that are

occupied during the tea ceremony are sacred spaces because of the design

elements and their placement along the path of circulation. The program

of this construct is divided into “served” and “servant” spaces creating

moments of both self-reflection and social interaction. Guests at the tea

house learn etiquette, and the process of harvesting and brewing tea.

The traditional tea house design was re-imagined using the concept of

borrowed scenery (Shakkei). Shakkei is the notion of incorporating elements of

the landscape outside the garden into the design of the garden itself. Similarly,

the surrounding buildings and urban landscape were carefully considered in the

design elements of the building including its height and orientation on the site.

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Forney Transportation Museum 1961

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The main in�uences in the area are Art and Industry. This dynamic paring fosters growthand revitalization, as well as creating a unique experience. Design Concept is adopted through the forms of the building pulling context to a central

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Latitudinal SectionFacing south1/16” = 1’0”

Arts - ExpressionMusic Venue - General Admission Pre-Function Space - Entry, Ticketing , Bar, Restrooms - VIP and Performer Pre-Function Space - Entry, Ticketing, Bar, Restrooms, Green Room - Stage and Audience Plane

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HierarchyStage & Audience

design studio 3music venue

iterative design process through phases of site analysis,

program proposal, and design concept

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design studio 3context / site analysis

The main influences of the area are art and industry. This dynamic paring

fosters growth and revitalization, as well as creating a unique user experience.

content / program proposal

The main drivers in this program proposal were land use, material, and sound.

The overlap of art and industry within the form of the building creates a

mixed use venue and joins the land uses together. Material change creates

thresholds defining spaces and hierarchy. Sound mitigation is addressed

by the position of the buildings and embedded stage plane. Employing

an overhead condition at the stage creates a functional threshold that

differentiates the stage from the audience space allowing the event to

continue irrespective of weather conditions, creating a unique experience

for the audience. The building is further integrated into the site and its form

imitates the flat land planes and utilizes the natural topography. Embedding

the building creates the overlap of art, industry, and its connection to nature.

concept / design solution

Design concept is adopted through the forms of the building pulling context to a

central location creating overlap of art and industry into a multi purpose venue.

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design studio 2site + program

Iterative design process through phases of study, hybrid,

and final design. with the focus on threshold, sequence,

and hierarchy

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design studio 2halfway art house

Defining the program of the building is based on the context of the site which is

centered between the Denver City and County Jail and the Denver Art Museum.

The space is appropriately designed so the art community of the area can work

with prisoners and people in the release process to give them a chance to

express emotions and tell their stories through art therapy. The gallery space

creates the opportunity for the public to interact with inmates in a unique way

by viewing those incarcerated through their artwork. The design of the space

reflects the program and responds to the need for security by seperating the

gallery from the workspace. The public and non public space is seperated as

is typical of most buildings. The design celebrates the art therapy program by

elevating the prisoner workspace on a podium. Hierarchy is thus achieved, and

importance given to the non public spaces, in contrast to the sunken public

gallery. Threshold is expressed as one moves up through the building in both

public and non public spaces, moving from a controlled space to a more porous

space. The second floor of the art therapy center is cantilevered away from the

prisoner space over the public gallery, expressing the transition of inmates in

the release process. The form of the building defines the program of the space.

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design studio 2Iterative design process through phases of study, hybrid,

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and hierarchy

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design studio 2threshold

A moment of transition from one space to another, a change in space, or

the revelation of something new. Defined by a clear edge condition passing

through a plane to a new condition

sequence

A particular order in which related events create experience through form,

space, and pathway.

hierarchy

The undeniable importance in a design composition to make an element

stand out. A system that organizes objects based on importance.

Inspiration and vision comes in many forms. Throughout history human beings have been creating, inventing, and leaving their mark on history. We learn from our past failures and successes, moving us forward into the future, each of us striving to make an impact and a statement that will in some way be recognized and remembered by those who follow.

After graduating from Arapahoe High School, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in architecture. I sought out supplemental education and experiences to better prepare myself for a Bachelors Program. I enrolled in the Architectural Technology, Associates of Applied Sciences program at Arapahoe Community College. Through this program I broadened my knowledge of architecture, gained skills in drafting, conceptual planning, design theory, and in producing and creating construction documents in a wide range of mediums and software programs. Learning presentation methods, drawing, rendering, and building models to scale, has allowed me to visualize and become confident in my designs and creations. I endeavor to create designs that make a statement, stand out from the competition, and withstand the test of time.

I am a member of the American Institute of Architecture Students and am constantly learning more about Colorado’s architectural community by participating in critiques, design competitions, conferences, classes, firm crawls, etc.

Travel experiences have sparked my interest in architecture all over the world. I am most excited about my first hand experiences in Dubai where I toured the offices of Aedas, global award winning architects, in the Burjuman Business Tower. Aedas allowed me to shadow design meetings on the 8000 room Asia Asia hotel project they were designing. I was also fortunate enough to be invited out to the site where Asia Asia was to be built. While in Dubai I was able to see other modern architectural achievements including the Burj Khalifa, the current world’s tallest building, and the Atlantis Resort Hotel both of which were then under construction.

I have had the opportunity to visit Shanghai and Beijing, and to tour the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi’an. I have visited the ruins of the Aztecs and Myans in Mexico. The ancient architecture inspires me as I realize it is still an important part of today’s society and culture. I have also visited the many historical buildings in Washington DC, giving me an appreciation of the changes in architectural design and style in North America.

Another eye opening experience was spending two days with Fentress Architects in Denver. On the first day I toured the firm and participated in individual design team meetings viewing their design processes. The second day I went with the project manager out to the site of an existing hospital that they were expanding. We did a walk through on the site of their expansion taking me from the top floor down showing me every process as the building was being built; giving me exposure to construction and project management. We conducted a progress review of the site, looked at blue prints of the project, and made corrections and updates to them. I have recently Received my Bachelors of Science in architecture from the University of Colorado Denver, College of Architecture and Planning. I am looking forward to taking my place as an integral team member in a firm recognized for the quality of its work and integrity. My education has challenged me to expand my design skills through a series of assignments, designing to specific building sites and programs. These assignments have provided an exceptional education and the experience needed to achieve my further education and career goals. I am confident that my skills will contribute to the success of projects in this firm. Through my travel experiences and education I have also become interested in current ground breaking architectural achievements, accomplishments and endeavors such as technological advancements in sustainability and LEED certification. In addition, innovative design that enables use of new materials and practices, driving new ideas into the Architectural Community. I am looking for the opportunity to work for a firm with the passion for creating iconic architecture projects worldwide. I am particularly interested in the design of Supertalls and Megatalls, pushing the limits of today’s technologies. The current trend in “mixed use” projects fosters the abilities of designers to create spaces that provide unique identities and memorable experiences for the various user groups and the culture of the surrounding area.

I believe that as a designer through our ideals, dreams, life experiences and goals, we endeavor to leave behind a legacy full of inspiration through architecture for generations to come.

personal statementthis i believe

stefan popp • aiasmobile phone: 303.506.7146

email: stefan.j.popp@gmail.com1999 crystal peak

highlands ranch, co. 80129