portfolio . landscape architecture . tori stevens

Victoria L. Stevens resume

OBJECTIVE To obtain an internship where I will apply and better my skills in design in order to gain knowledge and experience in the field of Landscape Architecture. EDUCATION The University of Georgia . Athens, GeorgiaBachelor of Landscape Architecture Expected Graduation: May 2014Major: Landscape Architecture Cumulative GPA: 3.53Minor: Horticulture RELATED COURSEWORK

Basic drafting convention, Computerized graphic skills, Landscape ecology, Landscape construction processes, History of the built environment, Plant elements and form, Applied landscape engineering, Plants of the South, Plants of Georgia, Horticultural science, Sustainable and organic gardening, Nursery management RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE Jennings Mill Country Club Server, Golf Cart Attendant, Tennis Shop Attendant February 2005 - presentGeorgia Theatre Box Office Attendant August 2011 – present CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

• Member, American Society of Landscape Architecture 2011-2012• Member, Georgia Students of Landscape Architecture 2011-present• Member, Sigma Lambda Alpha Recognition 2011 AWARDS

• HOPE Scholarship Recipient 2008-2012• Garden Club of Georgia Scholarship Recipient 2012 SKILLS

AutoCadAdobe Photo ShopAdobe Illustrator Adobe inDesign Sketch UpHand Rendering

80 Edwards Circle . Athens . Ga . 30606 . 706.248.0841 . tls1189@uga.edu

The objective of this project was to create a design that re-flected the architecture of the house. The arching and hori-zontal quality of the rooflines were taken note of and used to inform the design. To repeat the high arches of the rooflines, several camilla japonica are pruned to be shaped into tall triangular forms. A hierarchy of plant height, texture, and form was implemented to add visual appeal. Per information from our instructor, the residence is located on a shady site, the plants used are bold and bright to lighten the overall appear-ance.

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plan view

section elevation

relating to architecture

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The median designed in this project was planted with swaths of shrubs and native grasses. The design was kept simple consid-ering people will be viewing it in passing at high speeds. A curv-ing corridor of plantings make for a fluid design that seem to moves with each passerby.

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Master Plan

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design for a drive

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Lumpkin woods is a part of the UGA campus that is often ne-glected by students and passersby. To reestablish this area as a desirable pedestrian corridor, a rain garden, natural woodlands, and a multi use lawn area was implemented. The proposed visi-tor’s center is located close to Sanford Drive and Cedar Street for better visibility and access for students. Copper statues are placed strategically in order for better visibility as well through-out the site and are indiciated by the white circles on the plan.

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concept diagram

slope analysis

circulation diagram

master plan

section view

lumpkin woods

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The Ecology courtyard is located on the UGA campus. The ob-jective was to redesign the exisitng courtyard to make it a more desirable space for students and staff. The subject of ecology was used to inform the forms and plant material used in the design. The design kept a natural feel, and native plants were used to pro-vide an ecologically sound and sustainable solution.

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locator map

examples of plant material

master plan

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ecology courtyard

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The Curnin residence is a unique property where two homes share one backyard. The tropical feel of the design enables visitors to feel as if they have escaped to their favorite beach getaway. The site includes areas for leisure activities such as outdoor dining, a two tiered pool with water slide, and open areas for various outdoor activities. Visitoris and residents of this site may come here to enjoy the wonderful amenitities in the warm and cool weather as there is a hot tub and firepit for cooler temperatures. A naturalistic waterfall in the lower pool creates a soothing sound to drown out an anydesirable noise coming from surrounding areas. For a more intimate setting, a grotto hidden beneath large boulders makes for a peace-ful, quite place. There are two main levels of the site creating beautiful views from many vantage points. Finally, the curvi-linear form as a whole creates smooth circulation throughout the site.

curnin residence

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OPENLAWN

UPPER POOL

STONE PATIO

LOWER POOL

HOT TUB

VEGETABLE GARDEN

WATER SLIDE

OUTDOOR KITCHEN WITH BAR

UPPER POOL

LOWER POOL

POOL SHED

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BEACH ACCESS

In this two part project we were given the same site with two different design problems. The first was to simply place one home on the 14 acre site with minimal impact to the existing conditions. The objective of the second project was to design a multi-family housing community. 137 units were to be placed on 14 acres of land. The community included ammenities such as a pool, tennis courts, and a clubhouse. Miminal ecological damage was achieved by the grading of the site as well.

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multi-family housing

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foundry street redesignFoundry street is located in Athens, Georgia. It is an underutilized portion of a street near the downtown area of Athens. Increased building frontage and widened pedestrian paths made the space more accessible and inviting. With the intentions of restaurant space, studio space for exercise, and health stores the new square will give off a “healthy vibe” and ecourage Athens’ patrons to be in-volved. Because of its mixed uses, this space will attract a variety of different people. Crosswalks were installed to keep pedestrians safe as they enter and exit the space.

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Foundry Street Master Plan

Excerpt from Plan (indicated by circle)

Section cut A (showing Rain Garden construction)

Section cut C (showing Silva Cell construction)

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The objective of this project was to design and create a functional laser tag field for two teams of 8-15 players each, for ages 10 and up, at Dudley Park in Athens, Georgia. The design must address both game play requirements, as well as landscape ecological characteristics. A developed theme in the space will create unity and enjoyment while also creating an aesthetically pleasing at-mosphere for daily park patrons. Proper facilities will be imple-mented to ensure organized use and site up keep.

laser tag

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Play Progression Diagram

Structural Design Diagram

Master Plan

Play Schedule

Laser Tag Obstacles; each with different amounts of exposure and mov-ability. The first is a movable solid structure, the second is immovable but not solid, and the third is not movable but solid as well.

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