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Architectural portfolio by Andrew Oliver. Graduated in May of 2013 with a Master's degree in architecture from Kansas State University.
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ContentsKonza Prairie Winery
Woodworker’s Studio
Forest View
Seaton Design + Build
Furniture Gallery
Small Town Stewardship
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Andrew Oliver 913.956.9220 [email protected]
Konza Prairie
WineryNestled in the hills of the Konza
prairie just outside of Manhattan, KS,
this research based winery primarily
focuses on experimenting with wine
production on prairies. In addition to
producing wine, the winery also offers
its products and educational tours to
visitors. The building is earth integrated
for temperature control of aging the
wine.
The building takes its form from a
continuous band that wraps in and
out of the earth. This wrapping creates
distinct segments of the building, each
one gradually collapsing more and more
into the hillside while revealing framed
views to visitors.
Wine Tasting Deck
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rigid insulationvapor retardersteel deckingaluminum sub-girtwide flange steel beam
concrete toppingsteel deckwood joistgypsum ceiling
steel beamwood blockingbatt insulationgypsum wall board
standing seam zinc roofingrigid insulationvapor retardersteel deckingsteel channelsteen anglesuspended gypsum ceiling
sealantbacker rodfloat glassaluminum frame
standing seam zinc roofing
suspended gypsum ceiling
concrete slabvapor barrierrigid insulation
Axonometric Detai l
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Woodworker's StudioSited in the Crossroads District of
Kansas City, Missouri, this structure is
a live-work area for local woodworkers
and artists. The lower portion of the
building, constructed out of concrete,
houses the shop and storage areas for
the artists. The upper portion of the
building, which includes the gallery,
studio, and living spaces, intersects
this concrete structure.
The building’s public face maintains
the urban edge of the area, while the
rear of the building features a courtyard
for the craftsman to use as an exterior
workspace. The exterior courtyard also
brings a natural element to the building.
The second story of the building opens
out onto a roof deck, which is connected
to the gallery spaces for receptions and
other events.
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West Elevation
Forest ViewThis solitary view space is
designed for one inhabitant, and
to frame a vew for that visitor.
The form of the folly, which is
compressed and bends, aids in
framing this view and affecting
the visitors experience.
Upon transitioning onto the
elevated platform, a sliver of the
final view is seen by the visitor.
A line of light within the folly
guides the visitor to the final
destination. The form, which
wraps around the elevated
platform, opens up, and allows
the visitor to fully experience
the forest vew ahead.
The model is crafted from a
single plank of poplar wood, and
is held together through friction
joints.
Wraping of Components
In i t ia l Sketch
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SeatonDesign+ Bui ldOnce a condemed portion of Seaton
Hall’s basement was brought up to
code, the opportunity arose for more
studio space. So, a team of twelve
students and one professor designed
and built the space one summer.
At the beginning, the faculty of the
college set primary goals for the
corridor. These focused on display
space, pin-up boards, and seating.
Through teamwork, many concepts
were explored and built to reach the
final product. Full scale mock-ups
were created by three separate teams
to explain ideas and test feasability.
The end product is a result of these
prototypes.
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Fin ished Corridor
For the purposes of construction
documentation, my responsibility
was to detail and coordinate the
elevations. The team carefully
considered the materiality of the wall
and how the various panels would
impact the final aesthetic of the space.
Interior and Exterior Elevations
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Furniture GallerySited within the heart of the crossroads
district, this structure is designed to function
as an IKEA style furniture gallery. Currently,
the site is a corner parking lot along the busy
Main Street.
Two simple rectangular forms create the
basis for the project, with a tertiary form that
wraps and connects the others. Together, the
forms encompass a courtyard that brings in
natural light and greenery.
Lightness is reinforced thorugh the structural
cantilevers, while the wrapping form is
emphasized throughout the interior and
exterior with wooden screens.
West Elevation
Massing and intersection
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Focus Area
Town Square
Green Space
Abandoned
Residential
Active Building
Historic Network
Highway Traffic
Former Railway
Signage
Small Town Stewardship
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For my thesis, I had the opportunity to work
with the czech community of Cuba, KS. This
unique town has been featued in National
Geographic Magazine for being resillient
to the decline of small town America. Also,
having spent some time in the Czech Republic,
I became intrigued with the distinct culture
found only in this place. The design focused
on facilitating this culture, and attracting new
residents through strength of community.
● Architecture and design as activism
● Included furniture and landscape design
● Organizing and conducting town meetings
● Working with local print and radio media
● Budget, construction, logistics analyses
● Community interaction and involvement
● Creating a town identity and branding
● Fundraising and advertising for projects
● Understanding the local government
● Short and long term planning goals
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Vacant
Occupied60%
Housing
40%
Income
avg: $37,08362% Employed Retired 34%
School
Hospital
Grocery
Cafe
Focus Area
Town Square
Green Space
Abandoned
Residential
Active Building
Historic Network
Highway Traffic
Former Railway
Signage
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Cuba, KS
Main Street
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1 Accessible HousingWhile indivdual housing was designed by a collegue, the master plan employed a shrinkage strategy around the main street area for revitalization.
2 Agricultural History ParkUtilizing an open space where the railway intersected the town, small plots of crops historicaly grown in the region will be displayed for an educational park.
3 Walking TrailA 1 mile long that not only promotes recreation but acts as a connection to all of Cuba’s historic assets. A grant is also paired with this project to improve sidewalk condition.
4 Cuba PavillionThe sand court is already present, but an outdoor structure used for community events such as markets, dinners, or sports has been incorporated.
5 Civic LandscapingThe City Office and Silverthorne School, both of which are set back from Main Street, are seeing landscaping improvements to influence the street.
6 Beer GardenAn adaptive reuse project maintains a historic facade, while adding an outdoor area to their cafe and bar within an abandoned structure.
7 Community PlazaThe recently renovated Community Hall will see improvements which not only improve mainstreet but add space for congregation and events.
Parking and TrailheadThis area also serves as a starting point for visitors and displays information for the walking trail in addition seating and an introduction to the park.
Andrew Oliver 913.956.9220 [email protected]