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Creative Work

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Design Collaborative: Ben Rosas, Jeremy Wood, Edgar Moralez, Andrew de la GarzaReviewing Practitioners: Lyndsay Thorn - Thorn+Graves, Lewis Fisher - Fisher HeckRecognition: Exhibited at the College of Architecture

Design Collaborative: Volunteer Initiative San Antonio - Ben Rosas, Garret Brown, Daiki Tsutsumi, Aldo VegaSupport Practitioners: Structural - Larry Rickels - JQ Eng.Architectural - Kevin Mclellan, Diane Hays, Darryl Ohlenbusch, Armando Araiza

Reviewing Practitioners: Matt Morris - Lake | Flato, Alfred Brice - Marmon MokRecognition: AIA Student Gallery Honoree exhibited at the Center for Architecture - San Antonio & the College of Architecture at UTSA

Reviewing Staff: Andrew Perez, Rick LewisRecognition: Outstanding Studio Project

Low-Income Sustainable Housing

Alamo Heights Digital Library

Concepción Park Aquatic Center

Ed Urbanek Designs

Thorn+Graves Architects

Volunteer Initiative

UTSA College of Architecture

Hill Country Contemporary

Ranger Creek Ranch

St. David’s Episcopal School - Model

Project DescriptionThe site of the proposed Digital Library and Mixed-use facility is located on a sloped, transitional block between commercial and residential areas within Alamo Heights in San Antonio. The east side of the site faces a popular community street, Broadway, and the west side faces a neighborhood. The library/residential program was chosen as an effort to promote social activity within the neighborhoods and to provide a setting for community gathering. Alamo Heights High School and The University of the Incarnate Word are located just blocks away from the site. Since no other library exists in Alamo Heights this illustrates the need for a shared learning environment.

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Cultural SustainabilityWith the advancement of the digital age, the need for educating the public on the latest technology has grown. The digital library program exposes the latest and greatest techonological advances while it also exposes a small community to a global database of knowledge. The design utilizes vernacular material found in governmental and institutional projects in Alamo Heights in order to build apon the existing architectural language. Since the community encourages maintaining this architectural style, the design calls for a renovation of the existing building which will define a new streetscape. The society needs a community social gathering and learning space.


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Commercial Parking (45 spaces)Residential Parking (12 spaces)Residential StorageMechanicalElevatorLobbyReception DeskPatioCourtyard and Open GreenCommunity Leasable Space - 1504sfTechnology Retail - 1024sfMedia Production - 1024sfSecurity Office - 225sfCafe - 756sfSalon and Spa - 3013sfLive/Work Loft - 1280 sfPenthouse - 1240 sfGallery/Lobby - 1024 sfCirculation DeskSeating/Flex - 1024 sfComputer Seating - 1024 sfClass/Flex RoomStudy Rooms - 1024 sfRestroomLocker RoomBreak RoomServer RoomWork RoomMeeting RoomDirector’s OfficeOfficeStorage

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C o n c e p c i ó n P a r k A q u a t i c C e n t e r

ProgramConcepción park is located south of central San Antonio adjacent to the historic Mission Concepción and on the southern portion of the San Antonio River. The scope of this project aims at fighting an epidemic of childhood obesity with a community activity place. The concept was drawn from the bell towers of Mission Concepción. During the era that the mission was occupied these bells acted as a way to call the people of the community to gather and to warn them of any impending danger. Now that the bells of the church tower are inactive the need for calling the community to action is imperative.

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L o w - I n c o m e S u s t a i n a b l e H o u s i n gProject DescriptionThis project is a direct response to the growing number of poverty stricken families living in or near downtown. In a group of four, we were to design and build a prototype of low income housing. Location and contextual knowledge were determined by a student study from the previous year. Our task was to take that knowledge and design a contextually sensitive, environmentally responsible, and affordable home for a family of five.


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Roof composed of re-purposed corrugated metal siding, 1x nailers set on axis for air circulation, moisture barrier, 3/4” sheathing, 1-1/2” air space, 6” batt insulation, 2x8 rafter, 1/2” Gyp board

Top plate at 8’-0” from finished floor

Insect Screen made of 1x and wire mesh

Roof flashing and gutter

Exterior rain screen wall composed of recycled screen print aluminum panels 30”x40” wrapped on 1/2” OSB, 2x2 nailer, 1” rigid insulation, tyvek, 1/2” sheathing, 2x4 stud wall and batt insulation, 1/2” gyp board

Wall flashing

Treated 2x4 sole plate

Exterior hardi-plank siding, tyvek, 1/2” sheathing, 2x4 stud wall and batt insulation, 1” rigid insulation, 1/2” gyp board

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Project DescriptionNestled in the Texas hill country, the image above is a representation of a built project designed by Ed Urbanek. This model was a gift to the client and is used to market the company. The other images on these pages are a conceptual

design driven by the original plan above. These models are used for marketing purposes. Each of these scenes were created to express a dramatic setting in an effort to communicate the uniqueness of each project and to highlight the most prominent qualities of each.

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H i l l C o u n t r y C o n t e m p o r a r y

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P r o f e s s i o n a l W o r k - E d U r b a n e k D e s i g n s

h o m e s t u d i e s

Project DescriptionThis project started in the design development stages of the project. Having just learned about integrated project delivery, we made a conscious effort to utilize the strength of building modeling and collaborative work. This model went through a series of eight design iterations, each bettering the original design and making the client happy. While the design matured, each model grew with greater and greater detail. While in direct communication with the client, builder,

and interior designer, we were able to use the model to illustrate potential problems and potential solutions in a timely manor. Thus, decisions were made faster and more accurate. This led to greater quality home in the same amount of time as a standard project and a happy client. With the model as a design advantage, we looked through solar studies, spacial arrangement, project placement, massing, fenestration, construction processes, interior architecture, and many more project details that otherwise may

have been overlooked in a traditional process of design. Since the completion of this project, Ed Urbanek has utilized this process in recognition of its success in producing quality works, reducing waste, increasing the value of each project, maximizing efficiency, and making satisfied clients.

Built project shown on the bottom of opposite page.

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P r o f e s s i o n a l W o r k - E d U r b a n e k D e s i g n s

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P r o f e s s i o n a l W o r k - T h o r n + G r a v e s A r c h i t e c t s

Project DescriptionThis model was created to represent a small private school designed by Thorn+Graves Architects. The architecture is 1/16” in section and the topography is 3/32” hand cut basswood. My task was to integrate a topographic overlay on the already designed plan and then create a model of both existing and proposed structures by interpreting site photographs and drawings. When the model was complete, it was given to the clients as a fund-raising tool.

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P r o f e s s i o n a l W o r k - T h o r n + G r a v e s A r c h i t e c t s

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S C H I P a v i l i o n a t t h e M e t h o d i s t M i s s i o n H o m e

P e r s o n a l W o r k - V o l u n t e e r I n i t i a t i v e

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Project DescriptionBegan in the summer of 2010, Volunteer Initiative San Antonio is a group of four college students eager to utilize their talents for the betterment of their community. All of the work showcased on these pages was a collaborative volunteer effort between the four of the team members.This is a Design+Build Pavilion for the Southwest Center for Higher Independence of a non-profit organization called The Methodist Mission Home. The SCHI program is designed to teach disabled young adults to become independent productive members of society.

6487 Whitby RoadSan Antonio, TX 78240

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Contact: Garrett BrownCell: 214-717-7503E-mail: [email protected]

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To learn more about Methodist Mission Home’s programs and services please visit

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Phase 1 - (P1)Fence Relocation and Ramp Renovation

Phase 2 - (P2)Pavilion and Brick Paving

Phase 3 - (P3)Landscaping

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present proposed pavilion images

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P e r s o n a l W o r k - V o l u n t e e r I n i t i a t i v e

Seeking a career to actively challenge and further my knowledge of the world around me through thoughtful and responsible place-making.

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San Antonio, TexasSept. 2011 - Present Mitchell Design ConsultancyArchitectural Design Intern

• Presentation graphics• Conceptual design and modeling of retail facilities• Preparation of design proposals• Spacial diagrams and adjacency studies• Massing and color scheme studies

Work Experience

Ed Urbanek DesignsLead 3-D and Graphic Artist/Design Intern

• Preparation of plans, sections, elevations, detail sheets• Research building products for value and efficiency• Perform lighting analysis on residential design• Site and space planning studies• Site visits, meetings, reports• Drafting and detailing of residential design• 3D modeling and graphic design of company marketing material

Jan 2007- Aug. 2011 San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio, TexasJuly 2010-Oct. 2010 Kell Muñoz ArchitectsMarketing/Architectural Design Intern

• Space planning of the Museo Alameda • Site visits and reports for data collection and marketing• Graphic design/photography of various new projects• 3D modeling and rendering of current projects• Presentation graphics • RFQ/booklet design for various local proposals and conferences

San Antonio, TexasMay 2011 Thorn+Graves Architects3-D Physical Modeling

• Site observation and interpretation• Topographical study and implementation• Basswood physical modeling of existing and proposed constructions

Travel/Honors

Architectural and Cultural Study Mexico City, MexicoWinter 2010

College of Architecture - Honor Roll/Deans List San Antonio, TexasSpring 2011/Fall 2010

AIA Student Gallery Honoree San Antonio, TexasFall 2011

Outstanding Studio Project Award San Antonio, TexasFall 2010/Spring 2009

B e n j a m i n J . R o s a s , A s s o c . A I Ah t t p :// i s s uu . com/ben_ ro sa s/doc s/po r t f o l i o

Education

The University of Texas at San AntonioCollege of ArchitectureMaster of Architecture: May 2013Bachelor of Science in Architecture: May 2011

Professional Skills

• Strong conceptual and technical abilities • Process driven and solution oriented• Strong interpersonal and communication skills• Strength in communicating with freehand rendering • Ability to multi-task• Enjoy challenge and diversity • Resourceful, imaginative, flexible, thorough• Familiar with Building Code, ADA, and LEED Standards

Software

• Auto-cad Architecture 2012 and previous• Revit Architecture 2011• Ecotect Analysis 2011 and the Weather Tool• IES - VE Pro 6.2• SketchUp v.6-8 with IDX Renditioner or Podium v.2• Adobe CS4 - Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator • Microsoft Office

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References

• Mary Ann Mitchell, AIA, Principal at Mitchell Design Consultancy [email protected] 210.386.5113• Ed Urbanek, Owner/Principal at Ed Urbanek Designs [email protected] 210.698.5422• Diane Hays, FAIA, UTSA Senior Lecturer [email protected] 210.458.2969

Frio Street Charrete - Westside Development Program San Antonio, Texas

• Participated in designing future downtown redevelopment• Exhibited: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

October 2010

San Antonio Food Bank San Antonio, Texas

• FEED San Antonio event -Bandera Road Community Church• Collected 90,000 lbs. of food in ‘10 and 120,000 lbs. in ‘11

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Volunteer Pavilion Design/Build at Methodist Mission Home San Antonio, Texas

• Part of lead coordinating and design group• Raised over $10,000 of funds and material for the project

July 2010-Present

Philanthropy

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