Gary Garica Project Sheets

F o r y o u r C o n s i d e r a t i o n : G a r y G a r c i a

Otis College of Art and Design

Arch i tec tu re /Landscape / In te r io rs

•Wurlitzer Units

•Otis 2.0

•Ntrance Evolution

•Inside Out

2005-2008

Wurlitzer UnitsFluctuating Void -Work Live Otis College of Art and Design

In the urban context of downtown Los Angeles, a mass movement is developing to bring people back to work and live in downtown. Currently downtown remains abandoned after work hours, but build-ings like the staples center and the Disney Concert Hall are working to bring back an active cultural day and night life style. The Wurlitzer units combine work-live program to become a part of the movement and provide a private residential space in downtown Los Angeles, a downtown of private spaces. The units contrast the old downtown off Broadway with its rustic steel, rough brick and begin to construct a new way of organizing private residential space in a commercial private context, while providing the qualities of a “home”, while leaving a void in program to become a potential space for individuals to define.Unit materiality contrast typical apartment materials in loss angels. The organization of the program allows to transition from home to work and create different environments. Units contrast in circulation transition from Public Street to private unit. Material Contrast. Takes advantage of Los Angeles Downtown views and weather with trans-parent and translucent views and light conditions. Void provides a potential space, which could become defined by the individual

OFFICE CUBICLES FREE SECTION?FREE PLAN

Otis 2.0Inhabitable Social and Sustainable Vertical Landscapes Otis College of Art and Design

After decades of departmental stratification, per formative ineffi-ciency and outmoded iconography, Otis 2.0 is born. Its flat roof becomes and inhabitable landscape, an outdoor gallery, an open air studio, an ephemeral-eighth-floor-as-common-space. For activities ranging from open-air lectures and mid-day naps, to illicit after hour student gatherings. Suspended from its southwest façade is a trans-formative sca�olding- ‘naturalartificial’ organ that radically alters the existing conditions of the Ahmanson building--facilitating- of shared amenities, maximizing opportunities for departmental cross-pollination, and creating a substrate for dynamic social, academic, vegetal ecologies to emerge.

LIGHTING SYSTEM

MAIN ENTRANCE

GAMING PLATFORMSATFORMSA

TRANSLUCENT MEDIA

STAIR/TAIR/T WALK WAYAYA

STATIC MEITATIC MEITA DA

SITE DIMENSION

PLATFORM ATFORM A

LIVE @ GEE 2007!

EXHIBIT STRUCTUREEXHIBIT SECTION

Ntrance: Evolution Gaming Exhibit1st Place: International Competition Otis College of Art and Design

This project was designed for the "Launch Your Career in Exhibit Design" International Competition 2006 hosted by the Exhibit Designers and Producers Association. The competition challenge was to create an exhibit design for the fictional client Evolution, a new company that would like to impact the gaming market with its debut of “Ntrance,” a wireless, portable gaming console with five new games.

This Ntrance exhibit design for GEE 2007 (Gaming Electronic Expo) consists of an arena-like center stage to launch the new gaming console with the spectacle, intensity, and power of a rock concert. The exhibit provides an intense experience through playing the games on one of five elevated gaming stages that overlook the crowd below. Dramatic effects of light and sound enhance the gaming experience at every stage. This design won first prize.

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INSIDE OUTArchitecture/Landscape/Interiors: Senior Exhibit Otis College of Art and Design

OTIS College of Art and Design's Architecture/Landscape/Interiors seniors design and construct an exhibition for display of their studio projects. The exhibit is designed, documented, and fabricated and installed entirely by the students during one semester, whichculminates in an opening night attended by thousands of industryprofessionals, family, and friends.

A single, faceted (8'x8'x18') object was designed to be rotated and pivoted into eight possible configurations to achieve formal and expe-riential variation. Constructed entirely out of 1/2" CNC-milled and laser cut MDF components, the seven large objects were deployed in four of the eight configurations within a dynamic circulatory logic

As a counterpoint to the strict geometries and monolithic presence of the containers, a series of surface-mounted laser cut apertures appeared to erode or explode the skin of the objects with the insidi-ous logic of a topographical infection.These apertures created framed backlit displays and operated at a variety of scales to script moments of partial interiority and implied virtual habitation of the representations within. "Inside-Out" demonstrated the sublime poten-tial, and otherworldliness of a multi-scalar spatial experience.

An immersive head-swallowing rendering, to an voyeuristic single-eye model display.

A 2000 sq.ft. site and just seven students the 2008 exhibit presented an array of seven large objects that created various scales of immersion and spatial experience while performing as personalized containers for each student's work.

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University of Southern California

Masters of Landscape Architecture

Certificate in Architecture and Urbanism

•Pedestrian Infrastructures

•USC Founders Park

•Urban Relief

•Fluctuating Freeway Ecologies

2008-2011

Pedestrian InfrastructuresCreating accessibility and usability to pedestrians. University of Southern California

Los Angeles is part of a global and regional network. Infrastructures work independently to transport and connect different destinations for people, consumer products, and natural systems. Regionally, Los Angeles relies on systems to transport millions of vehicles, people, consumerist products/waste and gallons of run off water every hour. These systems ensure Los Angeles remains a vital global economic city. The infrastructure systems of Los Angeles through out city history have failed to achieve a cohesive planning strategy, instead establishing single purpose systems that deplete natural systems and resources, disconnect communities, increase pollution, reduce open spaces and reduce pedestrian scale systems. These reasons and the overall need for open space in Los Angeles can attribute to exploring the possibilities of blending, morphing and integrating systems of infrastructure to increase, repair, and strengthen natural and pedestrian systems.

Site Boundaries

Infrastructure Section Studies

Group Planting (1)Hen and ChicksWinter Blooming Bergenia

Group Planting (1)Hen and ChicksWinter Blooming Bergenia

The planters ascend to ground levelat the entryways as a spatial transitioninto the various elevations of the park

Group Planting (2)Red ValerianChiapas Sage

Tree PlantingLagerstroemia indica Crape Myrtle

Tree PlantingLagerstroemia indica Crape Myrtle

Tree PlantingJacaranda mimosifoliaJacaranda

Tree PlantingJacaranda mimosifoliaJacaranda

Tree PlantingLiriodendron tulipiferaTulip Tree

Copper Planter Exterior Group SpaceIn the gathering space, the Copper Planter has risen to act as a physical and visual barrier. Users can enjoy the bene�ts of being outdoors while feeling a sense of privacy and safety.

Copper Planter Planting SpaceAllows for plants to be placed and be cultivated. The planter creates a barrier between designated planting space and circulation space, keeping the plants from being destroyed by the heavy pedestrian circulation.

Sempervivum tectorum Hen and Chicks

Bergenia crassifolia Winter Blooming Bergenia

Centranthus ruber Red Valerian

Salvia chiapensis Chiapas Sage

Caryopteris x clandonensisBlue Mist

Cytissus scoparius Scotch Broom

Jacaranda mimosifoliaJacaranda

Top Soil Decomposed Granite Mulch Paver Rubble Paver Jacaranda Crape Myrtle Tulip Tree

Planting Palette

Hardscape PaletteHardscape Palette

USC Founders ParkSustainable Design Strategies: Ecology of Water and Plants University of Southern California

The design of Founders Park is comprised of several planters which curve, rise and descend in harmony with each other, creating a meandering pathway system that flow into a variety of gathering spaces. The gathering spaces feature fixed and movable seating, lighting and wi-fi. The gathering spaces provide students and faculty a place of leisure outdoors, while simultaneously providing a sense of an interior space. The copper planters provide a boundary between the pedestrians and landscape plantings. The overall strat-egy is to provide a place of leisure, allow for the constant flow of pedestrians, and employ a water wise landscape.The Founders Park surface allow for the process of groundwater recharge and reduction of urban runoff. By replicating natural systems, the permeable surface allows water to move downward from surface water to groundwater. The strategy reduces the amount of water runoff that gets into city storm drains, which may lead directly to the ocean. First flush urban runoff can be extremely contaminated the permeable surface counters conventional drainage systems that often creates flooding, pollution, and ground water contamination.

Comprehensive Plan

Section

Urban ReliefA Strategy for the East Village in San Diego Urban Land Institute

URBAN RELIEF in the East Village transforms the site into a new hub for health in San Diego. By developing the site into a sustain-able, economically viable community without displacing its current residents. The goal is to establish a medical campus to support this community’s diverse and growing population, making this commu-nity the first LEED-ND development in San Diego by incorporating green building elements, reducing VMTs by encouraging car-sharing, using public-transit, and introducing bike-friendly, pedestrian-friendly streets.

• Magnet for Economic Activity

Attract regional medical industry, fill regional retail void, and train local workforce

• Utilize Natural Resources

Create an immediate relationship between the natural and urban systems

• Promote a Healthy Lifestyle

Provide public health infrastructure, and attain LEED-ND Certification

• Maximize Use of Site

Provide housing options, enliven streetscape, and stimulate architectural features

Comprehensive Plan

Strategic Systems

Ceanothus LeucodermisChaparral Whitehorn

Salvia Cleveland + cvsCleveland Sage

Penstemon SpectabilisShowy Penstemon

Rhamnus Californica + cvsCalifornia Coffeeberry

Anthoxanthum odoratumSweet Vernal-grass

Cynosurus cristatusCrested Dog's-tail

Dactylis glomerataCocksfoot

Trifolium aureumTrifolium aureum

Multi Purpose TurfSynthetic Lawn

Decomposed Granite

Pervious ConcreteRubber Mulch

Fluctuating Freeway EcologiesFinalist WPA 2.0 (SE) International Design Competition 2009 University of Southern California

In many communities of metropolitan areas, population density swells while available public open space shrinks. It is imperative that existing urban infrastructure, originally built to serve efficiencies on a singular level that often resulted in fractured neighborhoods, now be viewed as the most promising prospect to provide relief to those seeking open space. A seismic retrofit planned for the 550 mile freeway network within Los Angeles County offers the opportunity to capture some of the approximate 19 square miles dedicated to these thoroughfares. By integrating new layers of urban infrastructure that perform both socially and ecologically, neighborhoods become reconnected and natural resources better managed. Since the freeway is already part of the inventory of publicly-owned land, embedding park space with environmental systems above becomes a more cost effective strategy. The result is an existing infrastructure that is transformed to intertwine many community needs with multiple ecological functions. The Hollywood example demonstrates not just a concealment of the freeway, but a strategy that integrates and enhances the driving experience while providing the community with open space that is culturally relevant and socially attentive.

Comprehensive Plan + Materials

Landscape Machine Section

Robert Treman Architecture

SWA Group Los Angeles

VC Design Group Los Angeles

Earth Asia Design Group Shanghai

•Residential Architecture

•Summer Internship

•Nanjing Corporate Campus

•Lujiazui Capital Plaza

2003-2012

AssociateResidential Architecture - Custom Homes + Renovations Robert Treman Architecture

Established as a small design firm, the practice is firmly rooted in the community with a large portfolio of work. RTA dedicated itself to successful projects, whether new or remodeled, large or small, with a detailed plan executed with experience and wisdom. A design strategy founded on a ‘Master Plan’ that flows and functions efficiently, upon which any number of ‘styles’ can be developed. As an Associate in charge of all graphics of RTA I experienced all Five Phases of the design process.

• Site Measurements• As Builts• Schematic Design Renderings• Architectural Drafting• Structural Drafting

• Construction Documentation• Daily Office Maintenance• City Submittals and Redline Revisions• Public/Art Committee Meeting Graphics• Website Design

Team Role

Pearlman Residence, Manhattan Beach CA

Pearlman Residence, Manhattan Beach CA

Boyd Residence, Manhattan Beach CA Ralls Condos, Hermosa Beach CA Digenova Condos, Torrance CA

SWA Summer InternshipLandscape Architecture, Graphic Media SWA Group Los Angeles

The extend summer internship in the Los Angeles office of SWA Group provided provided the opportunity to gain experience as a member of the design team. Working directly under the supervision of Principal, now President of SWA Group; Gerdo Aquino, I was assigned a variety of research and graphic assignments to directly contribute meaningful products for ongoing projects. Engaging in highly focused design projects during the course of my academic studies, contributed to bridging the gap between theory andprofessional practice.

Graphic Contributions • California Academy of Sciences• Samsong - Bromex Hillside Plexus• Anning River – New South Town• Irvine CA – Jeffrey Open Space Trail

• Irvine CA – Jeffrey Open Space Trail• Zhejian Province - Beizhi River Waterfront• Santa Monica – Civic Park Competition• Landscape Infrastructure – Case Studies by SWA

Team Role

California Academy of Sciences Section Diagram

Published Landscape Infrastructure: Case Studies by SWA 2010

Jeffrey Open Space Trail Site Diagram

Published Landscape Infrastructure: Case Studies by SWA 2010

Hand Sketch

Rhino Wireframe

Laser Cut Study Rapid Prototype Planter Model with Laser Cut People

Concept Diagram - The Dragon

HEAD OF DRAGON

龙头

CLOUD

祥云

CLOUD

祥云

POWER & SUCCESS

力量与成功

MANIFESTATION

展现

Nanjing Corporate CampusCampus Plazas Courts and Water Feature Valley Crest Design Group

VCDG is developing the design of a corporate campus for an energy service company in Nanjing. Based on the power and strength of the dragon, the campus will be a physical manifestation of these quali-ties. The overall dragon’s form can be seen from the perspective of the Chairman’s office at the top of the building. Site elements throughout the campus convey the tactile qualities of the beast. Core ten steel and solid rock walls suggest strength while layers of stone are reminiscent of the scaly skin of this legendary creature. Within the metaphorical landscape are places for employees to gather, exercise and stroll through the campus.

Concept Phase:• Site Analysis• Concept Imagery• Concept Diagram• Systems Diagrams ie. Program Circulations• Presentation Book

Schematic Design Phase:• 3D Modeling• Perspective Rendering• Program Imagery• Drawing Renderings ie. Plan Section• Planting Scheme

Team Role

WEATHERED STEEL WALL锈蚀钢墙

ROLLING SECURITY GATE滑动大门

PEDESTRIAN GATE行人入口大门

STEEL POST FENCE钢立柱围栏

ENTRY DRIVE车行入口车道

TERRACE PLANTERS台地式的种植池

GUARD HOUSE警卫室

Hand Sketch by Duane Border of VCDG

Lujiazui Capital Plaza 4 Landscape Ribbons of the City Earth Asia Design Group

The 4 Landscape Ribbons of the City begin as independent elements and as the rhythm of the city engages the plaza space, the 4 ribbons choreograph to create meaningful experiences and spaces. City Forest-Maximize green coverage on site to create comfortable ground

level street.Nong Tang Impression Creates strong laneway network of textured/recycled

paving around the buildings. As a contrast to the modern paving.

Sink Pole Plaza Allows for comfortable viewing and enclosure.

Water AxisA linear east-west axis of jumping water jets and hedges paving.