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CAPLA Alumni Center
10–17–2024
CAPLA's new 'front door' uses a series of dynamic operable panels that rotate about a fixed pin. Depending on the occasion, the panels can be turned and locked into place, creating adaptable spatial relationships that respond to the changing needs of CAPLA. This dynamic relationship allows the Alumni Center to expand out and physically reach into the Sundt space, encouraging students to make use of the collaborative work table and see what's on display. To help support this table's use a large presentation screen and soft seating is provided to encourage informal use throughout the semester. The dynamic panels feature multiple materials; cork for pinup and acoustical dampening, whiteboards for writing and gallery spec drywall for exhibition of work. The existing structure above remains, and serves as the top most anchoring points for the panels.

Work done in colaboration with:

Faculty: Oscar Lopez
Student: David Hermasillo 
Studio For Two
07–08–2024
Schematic Design work for a co-working painter’s studio space. Preliminary plans and renders focused on creating two equal, well lit areas in a long space. Two sliding doors on either end provide access to the yard and a small courtyard space for contemplating and coffee. 
Ranch House
08–10–2022
Complete renovation of an existing 1950’s ranch style brick home. The primary structural system  was engineered to expose the existing character of the wood ceiling, and create a more open and flexible living space. Various  interventions checkerbaord the ceiling to create a complex responsive patchwork. The back of the house is opened up to create a more inviting transition to the yard. Custom everything.  

Expected completion: One Day
Steel Window Fabrication
07–08–2023
Design and fabrication of a large steel tube structure and pivoting door. Overall project dimension 80” x 160”. Primary frame made from 1x4 hollow rectangular steel tube painted black. Locking pivot door provides passage to the backyard. The cross brace prevents the frame from racking durring instalation. Insulated glass is held in place with an accurate double bead of silicone. Responsible for design and fabrication. 

Glass Installation and coordination with help from:

Jean-luc Cusinier 
Joe Laffey
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Condo Bath
04-10-2024
A quick and inexpensive renovation to an existing bathroom in a historic condominium complex in Tucson. Simple materials and a focus on color, contrast, and shadow.
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Interior, Renovation




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