Nathan A. Frazee

114 Burley Ave Lexington, KY 40503 nathan.frazee@uky.edu (859) 539-0638

University of KentuckyLandscape ArchitectureClass of 2011

Nathan A. Frazee114 Burley Ave Lexington, KY 40503 nathan.frazee@uky.edu (859) 539 0638

Summary of Qualifications

I will graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Landscape Architecture degree from the University of Kentucky in May 2011. I haveexperience with computer programs including Microsoft Office, 2010 AutoCAD, Creative Suite 3, and Google SketchUp. I haveworked in a cross discipline office with interaction between engineers and landscape architects. I have worked with a landscapearchitect to complete front end documents and have extensive experience with landscape construction and design build firms. I amhighly interested with local and national politics and how that relates to the area of landscape architecture.

EducationUniversity of Kentucky 2006 Present Lexington, KY

Major: Landscape Architecture GPA: 3.5 Expected Graduation: 2011

University of Maine 2003 2005 Orono, MEMajor: Landscape Horticulture Minor: Business

Work ExperienceCDP Engineers 5/2010 Present Lexington, KY

Landscape Architect InternProject Proposals Graphic Presentations Construction Document

Project Presentation Boards Designing Educational Signs Website (Maintenance)

Nieman’s Tree Farm 11/2009 Present Lexington, KYFarm Hand/Salesman

Christmas Tree Sales Mowing/Weedeating Trimming/PruningBall and Burlap Digging Tree and Shrub Planting

Rolling Stone Landscapes 5/2009 – 11/2009 Richmond, KYCrew Leader

Landscape Installation Dry Stone Walls Paver PatiosPre fabricated Stone Walls Weeding and Mulching

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Redmond’s Garden Center 5/2008 – 11/2008 Lexington, KYLandscape Crew Leader/Nursery Sales

Lead Crews of 3 4 Landscape Installations Stone Wall and PatioCustomer Interaction Nursery Sales Nursery Maintenance

University of Kentucky Farm 5/2007 – 5/2008 Lexington, KYFarm Hand/Student Work

Carpentry Assistant Mowing/Weedeating Full Season Tobacco

University of Kentucky PPD 7/2006 – 5/2007 Lexington, KYGrounds Crew

Lead Crews of 3 4 Landscape Installations Stone Wall and PatioCustomer Interaction Nursery Sales Nursery Maintenance

Landscape Visions 2000 – 2006 Norwich, VTGrounds Crew

Stone Wall and Patio Planting Plans Pickup and DeliveryWorked Alongside a Landscape Architect

Honors and Awards

ReferencesDr. Thomas Nieman (859) 257 7295 tnieman@uky.edu

Jason Hale (859) 264 7500 jhale@cdpengineers.comJeff Helms (802) 295 8992 Jeff.helms@valley.net

114 Burley Ave Lexington, KY 40503 nathan.frazee@uky.edu (859) 539 0638

ASLA Student Member UKLA Student Chapter President (2010)Jane Martin Delker Memorial Scholar UKLA Student Chapter Vice President (2009)UK College of Agriculture Scholar UKLA Class Representative (2007 2008)Alpha Zeta Honors Society KYASLA Student Liaison (20010 2011)Sigma Lambda Alpha Honors Society UK College of Agriculture Dean’s List

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Product This proposal is based more on a process than a product. That process is the reduction of automobiles in urban areas and restructuring the street infrastructure toward a system centered on the community, political involvement, and urban agriculture. Due to the magnitude of these changes, it would require the process to be done over a long period of time and be completed in phases. Throughout the implementations of these phases the cities would first begin by restricting automobile access and eventually replace them with a mass transit system and a network of parks and green spaces to improve the quality of life in urban settings.

Market AnalysisThroughout this project examples of similar concepts are presented that attempt to implement social changes such as this one. Cities such as London, England experienced massive congestion due to the number of automobiles within the city limits. Their solution was to restrict the number of cars allowed within the city limits. This is an example of a reactive approach to congestion. The city is responding with a calculated but still automobile-centered solution. Many cities within The United States are beginning to see similar issues that London experienced. Traditional solutions meant building more road networks with more lanes to accommodate even more automobiles; however, knowing what we do now concerning our impact on the environmental and health implications of the automobile, it would serve the vitality of our cities to readjust our approach and have a proactive response to the growing issues.

Strategy and ImplementationUnderstanding that the public would have to vote in favor of these changes, it is imperative to educate them on the benefits on their everyday lives. The educational process would be the most crucial step in procuring public support for an urban revolution. The steps for this revolution have already been established by the recent surge in “sustainability” or “going green”. These catch phrases are becoming very popular in American culture; however, it is often times only viewed on a small scale. Fortunately for this solution, scale is not a limiting factor in opportunities for this solution. The cities can choose to implement these changes at many different levels through pilot projects and alter the process to fit the personality and characteristics of their environment.

WRITING SAMPLE

Graphics were done by group members.p. 3

Urban Landscape Design: Low Impact Design

This is a project using various low impact design methods on a urban infill project in down town Lexington, KY. These are examples of a plan, sections and perspectives. These examples are down usiging Adobe Photoshop, Charpak markers, and Google Sketch UP.

Low Impact DesignGiven a site in Lexington, KY, a design was created that demonstrated the clients wish to have a sustainable site plan with low impact design components. The design utilized bio-swales, rain gardens, cisterns, permeable pavings, and green roofs.

Graphics were done by group members.Cross sections of Low Impact Design created by hand drawings and colored with markers.

Site plan of Low Impact Design created by hand drawing and marker coloring. Perspective photo.

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Pedestrian AuditA pedestrian audit can be a very useful tool. This project consisted of auditing several Census Tracks within the city of Lexington, KY. The information was used to establish a strong analytical image of the designated part of the city.

Image of Lexington, KY showing where the Census Tracks where located.

Depicting improvements for streets.

Before After

PEDS Audit Form that was used.p. 5

GARDEN SPRINGS PARK

GARDENSIDE PARK

SOUTHSIDE TECHNICAL CENTER

PICADOME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CLAYS MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLLEXINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

GARDEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARY QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY

0 0.25 0.5 0.75 10.125Miles± 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.60.2

Kilometers

1 inch = 1,000 feet

White Circle Represents 1/2 Mile Distance From Center of Site

LegendLocal Parks

Police Station

nPrimary Schools

Fire Departments

Turfland Mall

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Turfland Mall - Harrodsburg Road

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Downtown

COLDSTREAM PARK

0 0.25 0.5 0.75 10.125Miles± 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.60.2

Kilometers

1 inch = 1,000 feet

White Circle Represents 1/2 Mile Distance From Center of Site

LegendLocal Parks

Police Station

nPrimary Schools

Fire Departments

McGrathiana Parkway

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MCGRATHIANA PARKWAY

Citation Blvd

Interstate 75

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LAKE VIEW PARK

HENRY CLAY HIGH SCHOOL

BRECKINRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MARTIN LUTHER KING ACAD FOR EXCELLENCE ALT

0 0.25 0.5 0.75 10.125Miles± 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.60.2

Kilometers

1 inch = 1,000 feet

White Circle Represents 1/2 Mile Distance From Center of Site

LegendLocal Parks

Police Station

nPrimary Schools

Fire Departments

Lexington MallRichmond Rd

Lexington Mall - Richmond Rd

New

Cirl

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Downtown

IDLE HOUR PARK

0 0.25 0.5 0.75 10.125Miles± 0 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.60.2Kilometers

1 inch = 1,000 feet

White Circle Represents 1/2 Mile Distance From Center of Site

LegendLocal Parks

Police Station

nPrimary Schools

Fire Departments

KMART

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New Circle

KMART - NICHOLASVILLE ROAD

GIS analysis maps for each site. LESA Scoring Card that was used to evaluate each site.

Suitability StudyGiven four sites within Lexington, KY, a suitability study was done to assist in the site selection process. A score card was created using Land Evaluation & Site Assessment (LESA). The rating scale allowed a site to be selected based on a weighted system of site analysis.

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Proposed site plan for Sustineo Park, in Atlanta, GA.p. 7

Perspective image for Sustineo Park, in Atlanta, GA.

Perspective image for Sustineo Park, in Atlanta, GA. Cross section for Sustineo Park, in Atlanta, GA.

Sustineo Park (Park Pride) - this project was based around a suburb of Atlanta, GA. The park was embedded in a neighborhood with a wide variety of diversity. The challenges were to create a landscape that would serve the diverse population and encourage cultural interaction. A park was developed with a concept that centered around performing arts (music, painting, and dance). These elements applied to the landscape in specific areas to encourage a strong following from the neighborhood. An art pavilion was created over looking the reservoir, a dance pavilion was created with glass ceilings to allow evening dances, and a apatheatre was created for a variety of performances.

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Proposed site plan for Plantation, KY.

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Plantation Plan - the scope of this project was to redesign a commercial district in Plantation, KY which is located near Louisville, KY. This project was completed in a group of 3 which allowed ideas to be bounced

around and one final product to be created. The images were hand drawn and colored by hand and Photoshop.

Perspective image of mixed use for Plantation, KY. Perspective image of Town Hall for Plantation, KY.

Cross section of parking structure for Plantation, KY.

Cross section of Town Hall and government buildings for Plantation, KY.p. 10

Perspective view of Market Street Station in Louisville, KY.

Cross section view of Market Street Station in Louisville, KY.

Market Street Station - the focus of this project was to create an inter-modal transportation hub within the city of Louisville, KY. Several sites were provided for possible development and through a feasibility study this location was selected for several reasons. Google SketchUp models were created and applied to aerial images to show what the plan would look like implemented.

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Once the site was located additonal analysis was created and the beginning of site design started. By using a random word connect brainstorm strategy, the word web was used to create a concept behind the design. This concept allowed for multiple levels transportation to create a stronger sense of safety.

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Urban Agriculture - this project was centered around the process of urban agriculture and how cities could improve their production. The concept was that waste water would be treated on site by a digester system and

reused for hydroponic vertical farms. This process was applied to a proposed building within Lexington, KY

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PROPOSED GREEN ROOF & PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTSLFUCG Incentive Grant Application

STORMWATER BMP’S

PRE-FABRICATED TREATMENT DEVICE

GREEN ROOF

RAIN GARDENS

PERMEABLE CONCRETE PAVEMENTPROPOSED GREEN ROOF & PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTSLFUCG Incentive Grant Application

STORMWATER BMP’S

PRE-FABRICATED TREATMENT DEVICE

GREEN ROOF

RAIN GARDENS

PERMEABLE CONCRETE PAVEMENT

Klausing Group - CDP Engineers applied fora stormwater grant addressing stormwater issues within Lexington, KY. A brochure was made that would be passed out to the entire jury. The plan and brochure were colored and created using Creative Suites 3.

Brochure page showing BMP’s on Klausing Group plan.

PROPOSED GREEN ROOF & PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTSLFUCG Incentive Grant Application

STORMWATER BMP’S

PRE-FABRICATED TREATMENT DEVICE

GREEN ROOF

RAIN GARDENS

PERMEABLE CONCRETE PAVEMENT

PROPOSED GREEN ROOF & PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTSLFUCG Incentive Grant Application

STORMWATER BMP’S

PRE-FABRICATED TREATMENT DEVICE

GREEN ROOF

RAIN GARDENS

PERMEABLE CONCRETE PAVEMENT

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Plan Key done by Jason Hale.

SketchUp image compared with existing photo. SketchUp image compared with existing photo..

Owensboro Streetscape - the first project as an employee of CDP Engineers. A Google SketchUp model was created with photo images and plan proposals. Images were captured from that SketchUp model and used to

create perspective photos for the review board. These images were key in the boards selection of CDP’s proposal

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SketchUp image compared with existing photo..

Danville Subbasin - a series of perspective details were created to show how various locations would be altered to improve the overall function of the existing subbasins. These perspectives were created in

AutoCad and added an artistic touch to a prodominately enginereed style project.

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Legacy Trail - a complete set of construction documents was created for a proposed Legacy Trail Center. The programing for the site was a bike trail center with a kiddie trail located on site. The site was previously selected and a design was created in attempts to have the least amount of impact on site while utilizing as many sustainable practices as possible. The complete set consisted of: site plan, illustrative, dimensioning, grading, stormwater piping, lighting, and landscape.

Grading Plan for Legacy Trail Center

Illustrative Plan for Legacy Trail Center

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Lighting Plan for Legacy Trail Center

Piping Plan for Legacy Trail Center

Enlargement of Lighting Plan

Enlargement of Piping Plan

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Nathan A. FrazeeUniversity of KentuckyLandscape Architecture

Class of 2011114 Burley Ave Lexington, KY 40503 nathan.frazee@uky.edu (859) 539-0638