( 6 0 8 ) 3 9 7 - 0 1 1 6 | j e s s . v e t r a n o @ g m a i l . c o m | N 5 9 2 0 C o u n t y R o a d E , B a n g o r , W i s c o n s i n 5 4 6 1 4UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA 2015 | BACHELOR OF DESIGN IN ARCHITECTURE | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN URBAN STUDIES

analytical drawing 0 1 - 0 2

subterranean sublime 0 3 - 0 4

porta portese:an ecological landmark 0 5 - 0 8

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beyond site:implications of the berl in wall 1 1 - 1 4

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kingfield beehive

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a n a l y t i c a ld r a w i n gACADEMIC | FALL 2012 | MINNEAPOLIS

The goal of this project was to draw conclusions regarding the physical attributes of a selected area of Rapson Hall, mine being a concrete stairway. Two drawings, one analytical and one value, were required to better understand the structural and luminance qualities of the space.

Although both drawings take a “worm’s eye” view of the stairway, the two are created in very different ways. The first is a scale representation of the constant, winding form of the concrete stair in association with their adjacent window (the lined area to the right). The second is a value drawing, which uses white colored pencil as a representation of light and how reacts with the different angles and levels within the stairway.

When comparing the two drawings, it becomes clear that the stairway contains conflicting expressions of structure and luminance. While the nature of this stairway’s structural components is continuous due to its consistent use of form and materiality, continuity is not expressed when looking purely at the structure’s manipulation of light. Instead, the different angles and levels are clearly broken based on their proximity to the adjacent window.

s u b t e r r a n e a ns u b l i m eACADEMIC | SPRING 2013 | MINNEAPOLIS

Inspired by the voluminous reinterpretation of a knot, this partner project involved the combination of two, individually created designs to form a unified subterranean chamber. With the vision of cavernous bathes in mind, this project aims to incorporate experiential lighting; manipulated to guide each user through the small passageways to each larger, submerged chamber.

First constructed digitally in Google Sketchup, a physical representation of this chamber was created through the stacking of a series of pre-cut, cardboard sheets. This model was then both digitized and photographed by both group members to better understand the realistic implications of its arrangement and the associated lighting conditions. My addition of figures to the photographed model allows for a better visualization of the intended scale and use.

Final renderings were created based on both the digital and photographed representations. I created the included version, which used the digital model as a base for the application of material and lighting conditions. It is meant to represent how the envisioned function and materiality is orchestrated to generate a sublime, subterranean bathing chamber. EMMA TAUFEN \\ JESSICA VETRANO

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p o r t a p o r t e s e :a n e c o l o g i c a ll a n d m a r kACADEMIC | SPR ING 2014 | ROME

Porta Portese, Rome’s ancient ship building center, lies just beyond the city’s original fortification, creating disconnect from Rome’s urban core.

A re-imagined streetscape that both accommodates and separates vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle usage will improve the site’s connectivity and safety. Breaking up the walls surrounding the main street connect it to the river, the neighborhood, and the new metro line to the city center. The introduction of a water-based public transportation system furthers these connections. A revitalized central monument (the Arsenale) will continue the portrayal of Rome’s history while creating a new area for social interaction.

Sustainability will be obtained by implementing permeable material, enhanced and increased vegetation, and water retention basins, as well as improving the size and quality of the Tiber River’s riparian buffer.

The depth and scale required of these modifications begins to represent the truly interconnected nature of urban environments; where the success of each alteration is dependent on another.

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rain garden collects and filters excess runoff while also providing safety through

the separation of street users

crosswalks aim to increase both safety and connectivity for pedestrians

permeable pavers connect streetscape traditional roman materiality and allow for

infiltration of stormwater runoff

minimized on-street parking to promote alternative forms of transportation

designated lanes for bicyclists to increase the safety and efficiency of this

popular transportation mode

l a b o r i t o r i o d ia r c h i t e t t u r ae d e s i g nOFFICE-RELATED | SPRING 2014 | ROME

This collection of figures is the product of a four month internship at the architecture firm entitled Laboritorio Di Architettura e Design (LAD) in Rome, Italy. The intention was to create a new library of photographed and drawn figures from which images can be taken to populate the firm’s renderings.

The first step involved capturing photographs of people interacting with both each other and their surroundings. Each figure was then carefully outlined and removed from its backdrop using Adobe Photoshop.

After being complied, the figures were printed and hand traced to create both sketchy and detailed representations, allowing for their use in renderings of various scales. The sketched figures depict subtle yet important characteristics of shape and light, resulting in an expression of form that is more pure than if simply captured by camera.

These tracings were scanned and also outlined in Adobe Photoshop. Placement in this program allowed for even greater versatility, as color overlays and similar functions can allow for even more representational opportunities.

b e y o n d s i t e :i m p l i c a t i o n sof the berlin wallACADEMIC | FALL 2014 | MINNEAPOLIS

The response to the Berlin Wall’s demolition in 1989 closely resemble those that occurred recently during its further removal. A new apartment building in central Berlin constructed a pedestrian access point through the Wall’s longest remaining stretch, resulting in the demolition of a 6 meter section of the East Side Gallery.

This design intervention expands on both recent and historic events by incorporating a time line of the permeability of the Berlin Wall into an angular arrangement of panels. While acting as a continuation of the Wall, this installation is also meant to stand out as a gateway, linking past events to a present need for connectivity.

The array of holes puncturing the panels serve as a connection between the once divided sides by allowing light to flow through, indicating the Wall’s inability to completely separate the mentality of Berliners between East and West.

Ascertaining the appropriate level of disruption to historically significant structures is no small task. An installation can attempt to integrate or stand alone; a decision that is wholly dependent on its site’s physical and historic context.

o r n a m e n ti n d e s i g nACADEMIC | FALL 2014 | MINNEAPOLIS

The form and supported vegetation of this screening system aims to mitigate excess stormwater runoff through water collection and filtration, while also creating a seasonally-dependant shading functionality.

Based on existing living facade systems, this ornamental screening system is composed of a single, modular unit translated across the entire facade incrementally. Building on the current trend for ornamental functionality, this design provides two passive, sustainable strategies: runoff mitigation and shading. While the collection of runoff generally remains consistent year-round, the supported vegetation shades the building in the summer while allowing light to penetrate during the winter months.

Each modular unit can be formed from a single folded piece of corten steel, yielding an efficient and cost effective fabrication process that is flexible and easy to replicate. Strategically positioned flaps and perforations create funneling to provide maximum rain collection while still allowing for water flow through the structure. To collect any excess runoff, a rain garden situated is at the base of the system, which also aims to prevent the staining of any adjacent concrete due to the rusting steel.

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k i n g f i e l db e e h i v eACADEMIC | SPRING 2015 | MINNEAPOLIS

Upon installing a beehive in early 2015, the Kingfield Neighborhood Association collaborated with UMN’s Center for Urban & Regional to better understand the likelihood of survival for the hive’s 80,000 potential bees.

Using data obtained from open sources and various organizations, we were able to create this map series displaying the pesticide usage, available nutrients (pollinating plants), and registered beehives within a three mile radius of the Kingfield hive; the average distance a bee flies to collect pollen. Due to inconsistent and incomplete data, as well as natural variability, all nutrient sources and hives were weighted the same throughout the study.

By performing kernel density operations on nutrient and hive locations, we were able to ascertain a general distribution of nutrient availability and bee population. The overlayed combination of these two analyses resulted in our resource competition map, which provides an understanding of where resources are abundant or lacking within the hive’s range.

After collaborating on the initial analyses in ArcGIS, I edited the maps in Adobe Illustrator and eventually Adobe InDesign to create a flier for the neighborhood association to use as an educational and promotional resource.

2011-2015 Spring 2014

GPA: 3.9

education University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, MNAccent International – Rome, ItalyCollege of Design – Bachelor of Design in Architecture College of Liberal Arts – Bachelor of Science in Urban StudiesMinor – Sustainability Studies

work experienceURBAN PLANNING & DESIGN INTERNHoisington Koegler Group Inc. – Minneapolis, MN » Contributed to the development of project proposals, public meeting presentations, final reports, & firm marketing

materials using Adobe Creative Suite. » Created graphic renderings (I.e. Illustrative maps, diagrams, street sections, perspectives, etc.) using a

combination of Google Sketch Up and Adobe Creative Suite. » Established various reference databases in Excel containing precedent information for development FARs,

use breakdowns, unit types, etc., as well as existing city land use percentages, which were intended to guide the preliminary form and function of planning efforts.

ARCHITECUTRAL WORKSHOP MENTOR Weisman Art Museum – Minneapolis, MN » Mentored a group of teens on creating conceptual and physical solutions to a design problem » Required leadership and communication skills as well as the ability to facilitate interactions between students,

museum staff, and architectural professionals

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN INTERN LAD (Laboratorio di Architettura e Design) – Rome, Italy » Created a library of photographed and hand-drawn figures to be used in renderings in both Adobe Photoshop

and AutoCAD » Gained perspective into how the Italian work culture compares to that of the USA

Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center – Coon Valley, WI(In collaboration with The Kubala Washatko Architects, Inc.) » Developed a site plan for the relocation of several nineteenth century Norwegian Pioneer buildings » Involved elements of historic preservation and regional planning

2014–Present

Summer 2014

Spring 2014

Summer 2013

activitiesNAIOP University Real Estate Challenge - Second PlaceBachelor of Design in Architecture Student Advisory Council (BDA SAC) » Event & PR Coordinator - 2013–2015

American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)Habitat for Humanity » New Orleans, Louisiana Home-Build Trip Leader - January 2013

Odyssey of the Mind

Spring 20152013–2015

2012–20152012–2015

2003–2011

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Dreamweaver

ArcGIS

Google SketchUp

Hand Drafting & Drawing

AutoCAD

Model Fabrication

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