Temporal Diffusion Plane
Fall 2017 | Light and Sustainable Design | Prof. Matt Fajkus
Three and a half stories residential building for a family of three members was designed and constructed at Kathmandu, Nepal. Rcc structure with ground and first floor as a rentable space were conceptualized taking solar exposure into considerable. Kathmandu with a monsoon climate has four different seasons: Winter, Summer, Rainy, and Spring. So the building is designed in such a way that it has the highest solar exposure during winter while during summer the building is well shaded. Moreover, shading from the rain is also taken into consideration. The architecture style of the Kathmandu valley is studied and the building is conceptualized which shows respect towards the surrounding contemporary style.
Three and a half stories residential building for a family of three members was designed and constructed at Kathmandu, Nepal. Rcc structure with ground and first floor as a rentable space were conceptualized taking solar exposure into considerable. Kathmandu with a monsoon climate has four different seasons: Winter, Summer, Rainy, and Spring. So the building is designed in such a way that it has the highest solar exposure during winter while during summer the building is well shaded. Moreover, shading from the rain is also taken into consideration. The architecture style of the Kathmandu valley is studied and the building is conceptualized which shows respect towards the surrounding contemporary style.
Three and a half stories residential building for a family of three members was designed and constructed at Kathmandu, Nepal. Rcc structure with ground and first floor as a rentable space were conceptualized taking solar exposure into considerable. Kathmandu with a monsoon climate has four different seasons: Winter, Summer, Rainy, and Spring. So the building is designed in such a way that it has the highest solar exposure during winter while during summer the building is well shaded. Moreover, shading from the rain is also taken into consideration. The architecture style of the Kathmandu valley is studied and the building is conceptualized which shows respect towards the surrounding contemporary style.
Temporal Diffusion Plane
Fall 2017 | Light and Sustainable Design | Prof. Matt Fajkus
Project partners: Rob Manion, Elijah Montez, Shani Saul
Temporal Diffusion Plane
Fall 2017 | Light and Sustainable Design | Prof. Matt Fajkus
Project partners: Rob Manion, Elijah Montez, Shani Saul
Perforations on the building envelope are designed to reflect the changing seasons and subsequently the changing quality and angle of natural light. Made of Ductal high-performance concrete the façade is either fully open to allow full light into space or punctured in a pattern that creates an interesting and dynamic light that moves as time passes.
Light historically has governed our days. Long before the existence of “artificial” light, the sun was the driving force behind all human activity. Today, daylight affords numerous biological, emotional, and perceptual advantages to the human body that are unmatched by artificial lighting mechanisms. Architecturally, natural light has the ability to connect us with the present moment and encourage an increased awareness of our environment. It reminds us of the passage of time by infusing the material world with that of the ephemeral, and in doing so, harmonizes the user with the natural world. As light is redefined through the passage of time, the experiential quality and use of its respective spaces shifts as well. A sustainable built environment will focus on harvesting and honoring the ephemeral quality of natural light to reengage the human body and mind.
Perforations on the building envelope are designed to reflect the changing seasons and subsequently the changing quality and angle of natural light. Made of Ductal high-performance concrete the façade is either fully open to allow full light into space or punctured in a pattern that creates an interesting and dynamic light that moves as time passes.
Light historically has governed our days. Long before the existence of “artificial” light, the sun was the driving force behind all human activity. Today, daylight affords numerous biological, emotional, and perceptual advantages to the human body that are unmatched by artificial lighting mechanisms. Architecturally, natural light has the ability to connect us with the present moment and encourage an increased awareness of our environment. It reminds us of the passage of time by infusing the material world with that of the ephemeral, and in doing so, harmonizes the user with the natural world. As light is redefined through the passage of time, the experiential quality and use of its respective spaces shifts as well. A sustainable built environment will focus on harvesting and honoring the ephemeral quality of natural light to reengage the human body and mind.
Mandir
2016 | Volunteering Work
Mandir
2016 | Volunteering Work
Education
Master of Science in Sustainable Design(MSSD), 2017-2019
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Architecture, 2010-2016
Pokhara University
Experience
Architectural / Technical Sustainable Designer, San Francisco, CA, Sep 2019- Present
• Working in the design and construction of residential buildings, focusing on sustainable and low energy technique
•Working in design and construction of residential buildings in Florida, focusing on sustainable and low energy technique
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Architectural Designer Intern, L.M. Holder III, FAIA, Austin, Texas, June 2019-August 2019
• Worked in master planning, schematic design, construction documents, permitting, and construction administration.
•Worked in various formats and under the supervision of a registered Texas Architect
•Created and adapted digital drawings and models and prepared presentation materials
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Teaching Assistant (TA) UTSOA
• Environmental Control I and II - Fall 2018, Spring 2019
Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) UTSOA
• Researched for Solar Decathlon design challenge under Prof. Michael Garrison, Fall 2018
Summer Intern Sawyer Studio LLC, Elgin, Texas, May 2018-September 2018
• Worked in preparation of renderings, visualization and construction drawings of proposed sculpture.
• Supervised the installation of the designed sculpture at the University of Houston.
Lead Architect, Disaster Management Department, Kathmandu Metropolitan City Office (KMC), Nepal, April 2016 – August 2017
• Supervised the building code implementation in Kathmandu for reconstruction projects of residential and commercial buildings after 2015 Gorkha Earthquake
• Supervised the retrofitting of Bagh Durbar (Historical Palace) and existing fire brigade
• Designed the new building for fire brigade and Disaster Management Center in Kathmandu
Freelancer April 2016 – August 2017
• Designed and constructed residence buildings (2nos.) with different passive solar techniques, Kathmandu, Nepal
• Designed interior of Residence Building, Bar and Restaurant
Intern Architect, Archi Plan Consultancy Nepal, August 2014- December 2014
• Involved in site analysis, conceptual planning and model making and drafted architectural drawings and detail drawings of Hotel Soaltee of two different locations.
• Drafted architectural and municipal drawings as well as 3D improvisation and site supervision of Hotel Le-Sherpa and Chhayadevi complex, Thamel, Nepal
• Involved in 3D modeling and rendering of multiple projects including Hotel Megauli, and Lamatar Housing, Nepal
Grants and Awards
Thesis Topper- Pokhara University, 2015
University Topper Scholarship- Pokhara University, Fall 2014-Spring 2015
Consolation Prize- Architecture Student Competition, 2014
Consolation Prize- All Nepal Student Design Competition, 2014
Skills
AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
Rhino
Google SketchUp
Lumion
ArcGIS
Adobe Creative Suite
Open Studio
Energy Plus
eQuest
Sun Calculator
Leadership
Secretary, Empowerment through Computer Donation and Education (ECoDE), 2019-present
President, Komputer in Developing Countries (KIDS), 2018-2019
Board member, Sustainable Architecture Committee, Society Of Nepalese Architect (SONA), 2016
Board Member, Academic Council of Architecture Student (ACAS), 2014-2016
General Member, Architectural Society of Architecture Student (ASAN), 2014-2016
Certification and License
Licensed Architect, Nepal Engineering Council, 2016
Solar Decathlon Building Science Training, 2019
LEED Green Associate, 2019
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