Seth McWhorter - Landscape Architecture Portfolio

landscape architecture portfolio

seth mcwhortersethmcwhorter @gmail.com + 421 Hampton Court, Athens, GA 30605 + 706.207.9153

1 fowler junction

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milledge residence

urban s.c.a.b.

uga veterans memorial

other works

athens pedestrian district

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fowler junctionCentered around a speculative rail station serving a commuter train from Athens, GA to Atlanta, GA, this design for a mixed use community utilizes the rich history of the site, which features abandoned rail depot and industrial complex. The design also employs contextual cues from the surrounding community and its historic street layout and character, seamlessly connecting with the existing urban fabric. A variety of uses are present the site, all of which feature design characteristics that emphasize walkability and increased interaction among residents, creating a community that is livable, functional, and enjoyable.

+master plan - ink/marker/AutoCAD

rail stationvisitor center/rail museum museumcommercial/residential buildingcivic buildingloft apartmentstownhomesparking structure

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+single family townhomes - streetscape section - ink/marker

+master plan enlargement

fowler junction

milledge residence

milledge residence+master plan - ink

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guest parking gazeboresident parking lawnpool garden house

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Designed with a focus on functionality without sacrificing aesthetics, the plan for the landscape surrounding this 5500 ft2 house draws inspiration from other Antebellum homes in the area. Located on the historic Milledge Avenue in Athens, GA, the site plan satisfies the client’s needs, such as private parking areas for guests, large entertainment space, pool, private garden, and areas for service and storage.

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uga memorial garden

uga memorial gardenDesigned with the intent to provoke a lasting impact on the visitor, this design for the UGA Veteran’s Memorial Garden - which honors UGA students who have given their lives in the defense of the United States - utilizes angular, striking lines. The aim of these sharp, dynamic lines is to create tension within the space and hopefully provoke thought and remember-ance about those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Large shade trees, layered plantings, and a sense of enclosure all work to create a peaceful atmosphere. However, the functionality of the space as a major artery through campus is not overlooked, as students can easily navigate through this greenspace while taking in the reflective environment.

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(25) Juniperis virginia EASTERN RED CEDAR24" B&B, 5' O.C.

(14) Juniperis virginia EASTERN RED CEDAR24" B&B, 5' O.C.

(115) Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Regal Mist' PURPLE MUHLY GRASS3 GAL. CONTAINER, 24" O.C.


(13) Betula nigra RIVER BIRCH(MIN. 2)1.5" CALIPER, SPACING AS SHOWN

(36) Fothergilla gardenii 'Mt. Airy' FOTHERGILLA3 GAL. CONTAINER,4.5' O.C.

(130) Chasmanthium latifolium INLAND SEA OATS1 GAL. CONTAINER, 18" O.C.

(3) Quercus phellos WILLOW OAK3" CALIPER, SPACING AS SHOWN

(357) Juncus effusus SOFT RUSH1 GAL. CONTAINER, 18" O.C.

(4) Ilex x attenuata 'East Palatka' East Palatka Holly24" B&B, 5' O.C.

(58) Fothergilla gardenii 'Mt. Airy' FOTHERGILLA3 GAL. CONTAINER, 4.5' O.C.

(321) Sedum ' Autumn Joy' AUTUMN JOY SEDUM1 GAL. CONTAINER, 18" O.C.

(3) Vitex agnus-castus CHASTE TREE22" B&B, 5' O.C.

(6) Cladrastis kentuckea YELLOW WOOD2" CALIPER, SPACING AS SHOWN

(348) Sedum ' Autumn Joy' AUTUMN JOY SEDUM1 GAL. CONTAINER, 18" O.C.

(99) Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' MAIDEN GRASS3 GAL. CONTAINER, 48" O.C.

(9) Gleditsia triacanthos HONEY LOCUST3" CALIPER, SPACING AS SHOWN

(10) Gleditsia triacanthos HONEY LOCUST3" CALIPER, SPACING AS SHOWN

(344) Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' BLACK EYED SUSAN1 GAL. CONTAINER,12" O.C.

(230) Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' BLACK EYED SUSAN1 GAL. CONTAINER,12" O.C.



(15) Fothergilla gardenii 'Mt. Airy' FOTHERGILLA3 GAL. CONTAINER, 4.5' O.C.


Zoysia japonica 'Emerald' EMERALD ZOYSIA

Zoysia japonica 'Emerald' EMERALD ZOYSIA

PLANTING LIST

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Trees13 32" B&B Betula nigra 'DuraHeat' River Birch As Shown on plan6 32" B&B Cladrastis kentukea Yellow Wood As Shown on plan4 24" B&B Ilex x attenuata 'East Palatka' East Palatka Holly As Shown on plan39 24" B&B Juniperis virginiana Eastern Redcedar As Shown on plan3 32" B&B Quercus phellos Willow Oak As Shown on plan3 22" B&B Vitex agnus-castus Chaste Tree As Shown on plan

Shrubs109 3 gal. container Fothergilla gardenii 'Mt. Airy' Mt. Airy Fothergilla 4.5' O.C.

Perennials/Grasses526 1 gal. container Chasmanthium latifolium Inland Sea Oats 16" O.C.357 1 gal. container Juncus effusus Soft Ruch 18" O.C.99 3 gal. container Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' Maiden Grass 48" O.C.277 3 gal. container Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Regal Mist' Purple Muhly Grass 24" O.C.230 1 gal. container Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' Black Eyed Susan 12" O.C.669 1 gal. container Sedum 'Autumn Joy' Autumn Joy Sedum 18" O.C.

Turf8460 sq. ft. Sod Zoysia japonica 'Emerald' Emerald Zoysia Sod

+planting plan - AutoCAD

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notes:-layout and staking plan to be approved by landscapearchitect prior to construction.-all dimensions are taken to center (cl) of objects.-contractor is to verify all dimensions and reportdiscrepancies.

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4' x 1.5' x 2"lithonia granite pavers(silver cloud- polished )

sculptural granite block(elberton granite-Unpolished)(typ.)

broom finishconcrete sidewalk


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concrete stair detail31 scale: 1"=1'-0"

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4" Granite Cap

8" #57 StonE

#4 Rebar @ 12" o.c.

4" perf. drainage pipewrapped in filter fabric

1/2" mortar joint - type s mortar

8" CmU - fill void with grout

4" polished granite veneerprovide masonry ties @ 8" o.c.

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marble paver detail41 scale: 1-1/2"=1'-0"

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granite block

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4x1.5x4" polished marble paver

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concrete (3000 psi @ 28 days)

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concrete footer (3000 psi @ 28 days)

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1% slope on tread (typ.)

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scale: 1"=1'-0"

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4" Granite Cap

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1/2"pvc weep hole



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granite block

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compacted subgrade

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+construction details - AutoCAD

vehicular traffic

BROAD STREET

suntrust parking lot

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urban s.c.a.b. salvaged conditions for alternative beginnings

the ideabioretention cell

bus shelter

pedestrian traffic

vehicular traffic

rainwater harvestingstormwater runoff

willow oak

river birch

bioretention cell

bus shelter

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+site axonometric - Illustrator/Photoshop

Looking for a perceived “injury” within the urban landscape in Athens, Georgia, I stumbled across an area of a parking lot that seemed to have a stormwater drainage issue. This parking lot, located on the corner of Hull and Broad Street, a major corridor into Downtown Athens and the UGA campus, serves the Suntrust Bank Building. The corner of this parking lot (where the drainage issue was occuring) is adjacent to a poorly marked UGA bus stop. Seeking to solve two problems with one solution, this design for a “stormwater bus stop” solves the drainage problem by creating a large, biorentention cell that catches and begins to treat the stormwater coming from the parking lot. A bus shelter, created from repurposed materials, clearly marks the bus stop. Informational graphics within the structure inform the bus rider about the problems created by poor stormwater management practices and the ways to improve the use of precious resources.

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Proposed College Ave. Parking Deck Entrance

Market/Event Space

2 Lane - One Way - Traffic - Clayton Street

College Ave.. Market/Event Space

Temporary Event Structure

Broad Street Entry Plaza

Sidewalk

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athens pedestrian districtIn an effort to enhance the transition from the greenspace of UGA’s North Campus quad to the urban fabric of Downtown Athens, this plan for a small pedestrian district provides the city of Athens with something it has lacked - urban greenspace. This plan, which removes vehicles from College Avenue and limits their presence on Clayton Street, improves pedestrian conditions and allocates urban space to hold markets, concerts, art installations. All of this is done to create a more vibrant, active streetscape that becomes a destination in itself, increasing revenue for downtown businesses and reduces the emphasis on the automobile in the downtown area.

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EXISTING SURFACE PARKING LOTS

GREENSPACE (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE)

RAIL LINE

ACC BUS LINE

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TRAFFIC LIGHT

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PARKING (OWNED BY ACC GOVT.)PARKINGUNIVERSITY OF GEORGIABANKBARTHEATRE/MUSIC VENUE

CHURCH/CHAPELGOVERNMENTOFFICEHOTEL/APARTMENT/RESIDENCESHOPPING/RETAILRESTAURANT

UNIVERSITY PROPERTY

EXISTING SURFACE PARKING LOTS

GREENSPACE (PUBLIC OR PRIVATE)

RAIL LINE

ACC BUS LINE

DENOTES ONE-WAY TRAFFIC

TRAFFIC LIGHT

LOCAL TRAFFIC

LIGHT TRAFFIC

MEDIUM TRAFFIC

HEAVY TRAFFIC

downtown athens pedestrian districtseth mcwhorter . spring 2011 . professor brian lahaie scale: 1”=10’

site plan - college avenue

temporary concert/event structure

market/event space

outdoor seating/patio space

pedestrian space

market/vendor tent

College Avenue Parking Deck pedestrian entrance

entry steps - 6” (x5)

plaza space

relocated Memorial Obelisk

raised entrance plaza (+2’)

trash receptacle

lamp/signage post

bicycle rack

tree grate

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locator map - site area highlighted in red

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BOLLARDSSTREET LAMPS

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+character sketch - entry plaza

+site plan - clayton street

outdoor seating/patio areapedestrian space

streetscape “accessory” space

Clayton Street - one way, two lanes

bioremediation/plating area

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[resumé]

seth [email protected] • 421 Hampton Court, Athens, GA, 30605 • 706.207.9153

To obtain a position working in the landscape architecture field in which the skills and knowledge I have gained in academia and work experience can be utilized towards the goal of becoming a licensed landscape architect.

LEED Certified - Green AssociateThe University of Georgia - College of Environment & Design - Athens, GA Bachelor of Landscape Architecture - Expected Graduation: May 2011 Cumulative GPA: 3.75/4.0 Class Rank: 8/66The University of Georgia - Cortona, Italy Lamar Dodd School of Art – Cortona, Italy Studies Abroad - Summer 2009

2011 ASLA Student Honor AwardH.O.P.E. Scholarship - Fall 2006 - Present Dean’s List - Fall 2008 - Fall 2010Presidential Scholar - Summer 2009, Spring 2010

Koons Environmental Design, Inc., Intern - May - August 2010 -Actively participated on project design development, from small residential to institutional campuses -Worked on all aspects of design projects, from design development to construction administration -Completed tasks involving office administration and managementAthens Land Trust, Intern - May - August 2010 -Designed template for the “baseline” document used to evaluate potential land acquisitions -Created maps for potential land donors, demonstrating vital conservation areas and existing easements

Software: Autodesk AutoCAD, ArcGIS (ArcMap), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Google Sketchup, Microsoft Office SuiteOperating Systems: Microsoft 95-XP, Apple OS X 10

BLA Student Advisory Committee, UGA College of Environment & Design, Member - Fall 2008 - Present -Appointed to committee by faculty -Met with committee and Dean to discuss matters pertaining to curriculum, student life, etc.Kappa Alpha Order, Historian - Spring - Fall 2009 -Created and published alumni newsletter -Maintained correspondence with alumni and parents -Assisted in organizing philanthropy eventsInter-Fraternity Council, Rush Committee - Summer 2008 -Coordinated and oversaw rush activities among member fraternitiesKappa Alpha Order Fraternity, Rush Chairman - Summer 2008 -Organized and managed new member recruitment process

Joshua Koons, Principal, Koons Environmental Design, Inc. [email protected] • 675 Pulaski Street, Suite 2000, Athens, GA 30601 • 706-353-3838 (O)C. William Hopper, III, President and CEO, The National Bank of Georgia [email protected] • 2234 West Broad Street, Athens, GA, 30606 • 706.316.9872 (O)Brian LaHaie, Graduate MLA Coordinator, University of Georgia, College of Environment & Design [email protected] • 0101 Denmark Hall, Athens, GA, 30602 • 706.542.4704 (O)

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Seth McWhorter - Landscape Architecture Portfolio