creative work

Zaw Toe

Design is part of our everyday life. Every object and space that surrounds us is created through design and its interpretations. I believe that through design, certain states of mind and emotions can be evoked in order to assist with everyday tasks that come in our ways of life. Landscape architecture is a field that I believe in which opportunities are presented to express emotions and unique spacial experiences through design. To express such experiences, I strive for brilliance in the art of architecture that is surrounded with attention to details and strive for unity and harmony within the natural worlds and the built environments.

2718 West Ave O8Palmdale CA 93551(424) 251 2544zawtoe.zeet@gmail.com

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Sharp Park UC DavisArboretum Boardwalk

Napa Riverin Calistoga

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Corridor CONNECT Broadway Corridor Other

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SHARP PARK : BioTOPE PARK

Managed by the San Francisco Parks and Recreation, Sharp Park encompasses diverse habitats that include coastal wetlands, coastal scrub, forest, and grasslands. Currently the park consists of a 18 hole golf course, where students are given the options to develope a master plan, where individual site designs are implemented.

Biotope Park visualizes a section of the redesigned masterplan that focuses on solving issues of flooding, greywater and wetland remediation that provides environmetally friendly solutions as well as recreational oppurtunities.

1. Driving Range2. Zipline Activity3. Wetland ponds4. Biotope Park5. Marshland Boardwalk

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Boardwalk provides unique

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Monterey Cypress Trees are removed and re-used on-site for

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Greywater is generated from domestic activities that acumulate through drainage systems. They can contain both nutrients such as Nitrate and Phosphate (Promote Growth) and harmful pollutants such asfrom Oils & Grease, Pesticides & Herbicides, Heavy Metals, Car Tires, Litter, Debris, and Pet Waste. Phytoremediation Plant Pallete is assigned to each pool to remove numerous chemicals and pollutants.

Greywater phytoremediation

Filtration Ponds support surface fish

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On site graywater treatment from road runoff promotes ecological health, wildlife restoration, serve as a main entry point, and promote environmental stewardship through public awareness and education for longterm prosperity.

Greywater phytoremediation Circulation

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UC Davis Arboretum waterway suffers from eutrophication, that significantly decreases fish and plant habitat. The project proposes reconfiguring edge contours to introduce and increase cattail habitats, and form island habitats for numerous species of animals. A boardwalk will provide visitors with resting areas, as long as experiences along the waterway. A section of the walkway underneath the water level will offer unique experiences as well as act as a barrier to divert water flow.

Decrease waterway with increased edge and island habitat

Introduce cattail habitat to reduce eutrophication

UC DAVis arboretum waterway

Calistoga, situation in northern part of Napa County, is a small town that provides beautiful sceneries of the wine making culture of Napa Valley. Although there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy picturesque landscapes of the valley, there is a lack of access to enjoy the beautiful Napa River that meanders through Calistoga.

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1. Existing Pedestrian Bridge2. Park3. Constructed Wetland4. Boardwalk5. Alcove6. Napa County Fairgrounds7. Mt. St. Helena Golf Course8. Community Park

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Road pollutents such as oil, gas from adjacent parking lot in the community can reduce water quality in the River. Therefore, an intervention is needed with a bioswale accompanied by a trail access along the river. The steep river banks will be stabilized with native trees and grasses.

Pesticides, and pollutants from adjacent golf courses can reduce water quality in the River. Therefore, an intervention is needed with a bioswale accompanied by a trail access along the river to provide access and filtrate water runoff. The steep river banks will be stabilized with native trees and grasses.

Raised Bermw/ Bioswale

Stabilized Banks with native species

Trail w/ Bioswale

Pesticides from Golf Course

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Raised Bermw/ Bioswale

Stabilized Banks with native species

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Pollutants from Parking Lot

PARKing lot Intervention A

Stormwater runoff from Residential housings

Eroded Banks with invasive species

Fencing (No Access)Pesticides from Golf Course

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Stormwater runoff from Residential housings

Eroded Banks with invasive species

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Raised Boardwalk

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Proposed Trail Constructed wetland for stormwater management Viewing Deck

Normal conditionsIn normal conditions, the elevated alcove provides space for native species and habitats to thrive in.

Flood conditionsIn major storm and flood events, the alcove acts as a side channel to reduce the energy of flowing water, which in turn, reduces soil erosion, loss of habitat, etc. It will also create habitats for salmonoids spawning, etc.

Therefore, this project analyzes an opportunities for Calistoga residents and visitors to have access and appreciate the Napa River. The project location is chosen at the community park, and St. Helana golf course, that is adjacent to the county fairgrounds. This area is a perfect place to incorporate ta trail system that showcases the river, and the numerous interventions to help restore the river habitat.

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Create Sand Dune Habitat Corridor

Integrate program beneath Habitat with openings for light

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The Housing Enclave, situated between sand dune habitats and saltwater marsh habitats, faces numerous ecological, social and economical problems. Firstly, the enclave is continuously hit with strong winds coming from north. The wind also carries fog, and therefore the microclimate of the area accompanies sudden drastic changes. In addition, the diverse habitats in the surrounding landscape allows for its native habitats such as deer, to wonder through the enclave. Due to the required additional housing and office facilities, there is an opportunity to create an interconnected series of buildings, existing and new, with open platforms, decks and courtyards that will satisfy housing, recreational and economical needs.

corridor connect : bodega bay

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My initial concept's solution directs to where the roofs of these connected buildings are accompanied by a type of wildlife corridor (bridge) that is on separate levels from human activities. This corridor would connect sand dunes to either wetlands or the adjacent sand dune ridge. The corridor, on a higher elevation, would aid in providing new wind protected areas and possibly provide space for fog catching systems. In addition, new buildings and facilities will be placed in a cluster to deflect strong winds and create wind protected zones. An open space will be offered in the center of these buildings that will provide a courtyard for visitors, students and faculty.

3. Student Dormitory4. Lounge Area

5. Meeting Room6. Conference Center7. Offices

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BROADWAY CORRIDOR : LIVING ALLEY

Located in Sacramento, CA, Broadway Corridor explores current urban conditions and identifies issues and problems that exist in a few neighborhood blocks north of Broadway. A masterplan was proposed to increase residential densities, decrease vehicular traffic, reduce wasted zonings such as parking, increase walkability to ensure a living, active community.

Multileveled apartment complexes and townhouses will replace small, one story homes, creating a more efficient use of the land available, and affording the residents with views of local parks and landmarks.

Traffic flow analyses show that cars generally move very quickly through this area, presenting issues for both safety and noise levels. Traffic calming strategies such as curb bulbouts, vegetated medians, and reduced lane widths will therefore be employed to mediate these issues. Green alley systems and walkable boulevards will offer comfortable walking and living space, as well as outdoor seating for many of the adjacent businesses.

1. Community Center2. Roof Garden3. Mixed Use : Retail & Offices4. Pocket Park5. Living Alley6. Existing Infrastructure

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The block between 9th and 10th street currently houses a community center and an architecture firm with excess parking spaces. My proposed design offers multileveled mixed use structure that will house local offices and the same community center. In addition, the block will also offer more office and retail spaces with ample parking spaces. The main feature of this block is a accompanying pocket park and a living alley. The pocket park will offer outdoor living and resting space as well as seating. Both the pocket park and the living alley will feature water purification concepts of Green Streets that will manage rainwater runoff.

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