ester schwartz portfolio

Ester E Schwartz

A r c h i t e c t u r eP l a n n i n gU r b a n D e s i g n

Ester E Schwartz Leed APMaster of Architecture - University of Tennessee (2013)Master of City and Regional Planning - UNC Chapel Hill (2008)Bachelor of Architecture and Urbanism - UFRJ, Brazil (1998)

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Ester E Schwartz

S e l e c t e d W o r k

ARCHITECTURE

COMMERCIAL + INSTITUTIONAL

Architecture as Pedagogy: Designing Sustainable Schools as 3D Textbooks* Ceramic & Glass Art Institute* Knoxville Zoological Gardens - Tiger Forest Exhibit, Knoxville TN First Presbyterian Church, Knoxville TN Tennessee National Wellness Center, Loudon TN Clayton Retreat, Alcoa TN

RESIDENTIAL

Bela Floresta Residential Community, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Veredas Affordable Housing Community, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Biarritz Leblon Tower, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Pallazo Olinda Tower, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Paulo Vieira Residence, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

PLANNING & URBAN DESIGN

KCDC Five Point Master Plan, Knoxville TN PetSafe, Knoxville TN Downtown Knoxville Master Plan, Knoxville TN*

* Work done as a Master of Architecture graduate student at The University of Tennessee

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M.Arch Thesis - University of Tennessee

ARCHITECTURE AS PEDAGOGY: DESIGNING SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS AS 3D TEXTBOOKS

Location: Knoxville, TNBuilding Area: 63,000 sqf

Techniques I used: Hand drawing, Revit, AutoCad, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign

The goal of my Thesis was to demonstrate how architecture can become an important part of educating our children about stew-ardship and sustainability, setting them to create a sustainable future. Here I propose an innovative school design that blurs the distinction between indoors and outdoors, transforming building systems and ecologic design into manifestations for learning. A school with different types of spaces that allow teachers to teach kids in multiple styles, allow children to explore themselves, and give students the skills they need to succeed in the new eco-nomic environment. A school that fosters learner participation. A school that also works as a community center, with spaces that can be used other than the typical 8:00 to 17:00 daily period.

BIRD’S EYE VIEW

PROGRAM AREA ORIENTATION & COMMUNITY RESPONSE

BLENDING ROOF AND LANDSCAPE SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES

GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP

WASTE WATER TREATMENT

PV ROOF SYSTEM:

Solar Energy Collection

GREEN ROOF:

Evaporative Cooling Mitigates heat island effectReduces and Stores rain water runoff for reuse

CLASSROOMS FACING SOUTH

FACADE PARALLEL TO STREET

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

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LEARNING SPACESWhere/ How do children learn?In this school teachers play the role of facilitators of student learning. Learning is project-based, inter-disciplinary. Emphasis is given to group rather than individual tasks. Learning is not a passive mode of behavior: it is active, it is creative.

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STRUCTURED UNSTRUCTURED

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LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS THAT SUPPORT MULTIPLE STYLES OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

LEARNING COMMONS- Pathways that double as active learning spaces, increasing social interaction and maintaining visual supervision from multiple points of view at all times.

21ST CENTURY CLASSROOMS- Design integrating technology and sustainable design tech-niques to create classrooms that are healthy, flexible,creative and support multiple styles of learning and teaching.

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M.Arch Studio - University of Tennessee

CERAMIC & GLASS ART INSTITUTE

Location: Knoxville, TNBuilding Area: 48,000 sqf

Techniques I used: Hand drawing, Revit, Rhino, AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign

Two underlying goals directed the conceptual design of the Ce-ramics and Glass Art School and Museum in downtown Knox-ville, Tennessee: To attract people into the building and have them learn about course offerings and exhibits; and to encour-age the redevelopment of W. Jackson Ave while reinforcing S. Gay Street as Knoxville’s up-coming Art District. Important considerations regarding circulation from different access levels were made to make the area attractive and dynamic.

Passive Solar Design Ventilation Stack

Green Roof

Natural Ventilation

Constructed Wetlands

On the landscape, next to the building, constructed wetlands reduce storm water runoff and treat wastewater for reuse in toilets and the cooling tower. The green roof reduces heat-island effect while filtering and slowing storm water discharge.

Operable windows and ceiling fans minimize the need of mechanical cooling. Louvers in the glazing areas respond to the orientation of the façade to maximize daylight and minimize heat gain. Ample views and daylight increase the indoor quality for the occupant. Individual task lighting reduces the need for ambient lighting. The open stair atrium act as a ventilation stack, drawing air in and up to the ventilation chimneys on the roof level.

The mechanical system is comprised of a VAV system together with a Central-All-Water Hydronic Convector to allow for different cooling and heating needs in the different zones.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN &

CONCEPTUAL DIAGRAMS

Parallel to Facade

Rotation allows for Natural Lighting

Bending allows for reveal of Views and Entry Points

WALL SECTION & FACADE DETAILS

UNDER-THE-WINDOW IN-FLOOR HEAT

DOUBLE GLAZING SAFETY GLASS, THERMAL GLAZING

MOUNTING PLATE

STEEL I-BEAM WITH PERFORATION

EDGES TO FORESTALL WIND NOISE

STEEL RIBBON: STEEL SHEET,

STEEL I-BEAM

FOR WATER DRAINAGE

GALVANIZED, COATED, BEVELLED

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SEDUM GRASS

TOP SOIL

ROOT BARIER

RETENTION CURB

WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE

VAPOR BARRIER

ROOF DRAIN

HOLEDECK CONCRETE WAFFLE SLAB

UNDER-THE-WINDOW IN-FLOOR HEAT

BRACKET, STEEL FLAT, WELDED

CONTINUOUS THERMAL BREAK

DOUBLE GLAZINGSAFETY GLASS, THERMAL GLAZING

SUSPENDED CEILING

MOUNTING PLATE

STEEL I-BEAM WITH PERFORATION

GRAVEL

STEEL CONNECTOR ANCHORING THE

TOP SOIL

LANDSCAPED AREA

FOUNDATION SLAB

VAPOR BARRIER

FOUNDATION SLAB

FOUNDATION PILE

INTERMIDIATE MULLION

EDGES TO FORESTALL WIND NOISE

STEEL RIBBON: STEEL SHEET,

STEEL I-BEAM

WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE

VAPOR BARRIER

RIGID INSULATION

FLUORESCENT INDIRECT LIGHT

RECESSED LIGHT FIXTURE

HVAC SUPPLY

SPRINKLER SYSTEM

TRACK LIGHTING FIXED

R-10 RIGID INSULATION

GRAVEL

VAPOR BARRIER

R-10 RIGID INSULATION

INSPECTION CHAMBER

ROOF LEVEL+ 116’-00”

LEVEL 9+ 102’-00”

LEVEL 8

+ 90’-00”

LEVEL 7

+ 78’-00”

LEVEL 6+ 66’-00”

LEVEL 5+ 52’-00”

LEVEL 4+ 38’-00”

LEVEL 3

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LEVEL 2

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LEVEL 1

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STRUCTURAL FLOOR

FOR WATER DRAINAGE

ON STRUCTURAL FLOOR

GALVANIZED, COATED, BEVELLED

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2013 - 2017 (exp.)

KNOXVILLE ZOO TIGER FOREST EXHIBIT

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: Knoxville, TNBuilding Area: 4,221 sqfExhibit Area: 29,974 sqf

Role: Project Designer + Project Architect

Techniques I used: Hand drawing, AutoCad, SketchUp The new Tiger exhibit at the Knoxville Zoo is designed to create an immersing and dynamic guest experience while providing a rich and complex habitat for Malayan tigers. The exhibit area is designed to evoke emotions such as mystery, suspense, as well as respect for the tiger’s strength and majestic nature. When completed, the Knoxville Zoo will be one of the premier tiger breeding facilities in the United States and a leader at the fore-front of Malayan tiger conservation.

FLOOR PLAN & BUILDING SECTION

INTERIOR VIEW & FRONT FACADE ILLUSTRATIONS

Illustration by M Kowalsky

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2013 - 2016 (est.)

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: Knoxville, TNBuilding Area: 68,000 sqf

Role: Project Architect

Techniques I used: AutoCad, SketchUp, Illustrator & InDesign

This renovation and additions project started as a visioning ex-ercise that produced master plan for First Presbyterian’s 68,000 square-foot historic campus in downtown Knoxville. A new “Wel-come Center”, and a central “Main Street” that acts as an acces-sible link to all parts of the church are some of the highlights of the project.


FRONT FACADE ILLUSTRATION


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2013 - 2016 (est.)

TN NATIONAL WELLNESS CENTER

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: TN National Golf & Waterfront Community, Loudon, TNBuilding Area: 6,000 sqf


Techniques I used: AutoCad, SketchUp & Photoshop

Tennessee National is one of East Tennessee’s premier gated golf and waterfront communities. The planned Wellness Center Complex will be a state-of-the-art fitness center where residents will be able to socialize while also getting in their daily work-outs. It will include a teaching kitchen/juice bar, large central community room, intimate library with fireplace, large covered deck, weight machines and universal machines, pilates/yoga room, massage rooms, showers and lockers.

FLOOR PLAN & RENDERINGS

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CLAYTON RETREAT

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: Alcoa, TNBuilding Area: 9,000 sqf


Techniques I used: AutoCad, SketchUp & Photoshop

Clayton Homes is the nation’s leading manufactured and mod-ular home manufacturer. With a work philosophy that promotes an open door culture it is important that all team members feel valued, respected and able to contribute to their fullest poten-tial. This on-site Retreat was designed to offer in-house training and engagement to help team members to keep learning and moving forward.

Illustration by D Johnson

MASTER PLAN

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BELA FLORESTA RESIDENCES

Architect: Afonso Kuenerz + Ester E. SchwartzClient: Sebe EngenhariaLocation: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilBuilding Area: 98,190 sqfNumber of Units: 48

Role: Project Designer + Project Manager + Project Architect

Techniques I used: AutoCad, Hand Drawing

Four prototypes of houses were designed to best suit the needs of different family sizes and desires, as well as the topography of the site. The master plan was carefully designed to create an attrac-tive environment where modern design and infrastructure harmo-nize with the natural ecology.

Illustrations: Archigraph

2003 - 2012

VEREDAS AFFORDABLE COMMUNITY

Architect: Ester Ehrlich ArquiteturaClient: Sebe EngenhariaLocation: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilBuilding Area: 131.648.22 sqfNumber of Units: 112



Four prototypes of houses with three options of mix-matching floor plans each, were designed to best suit the needs of different family sizes and desires.

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Illustrations: Archigraph

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2002 - 2004

BIARRITZ LEBLON TOWER

Architect: ArquiteturalFacade Architect: Ester E. SchwartzClient: Sig EngenhariaLocation: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilBuilding Area: 18,097.60 sqf



With the architecture project already established, the client approached me to redesign the facade and provide design assistance and construction documentation to this project. Ve-randas, openings and floor plans were revised to compose the final elegant product.

Illustration: Nelson Sadala

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2004 - 2005

PALAZZO OLINDA TOWER

Architect: ArquiteturalFacade Architect: Ester E. SchwartzClient: Sig EngenhariaLocation: Rio de Janeiro, BrazilBuilding Area: 153,014.47 sqf



With the architecture project already established, the client ap-proached me to redesign the facade and provide design assis-tance and construction documentation to this project. The use of horizontal louvers and careful consideration of materials and colors made this a very successful project.

Illustration: Archigraph

Illustration: Archigraph

1998 - 1999

PAULO VIEIRA RESIDENCE

Architect: Monica Geronimi Arquitetura & DesignClient: Paulo VieiraLocation: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Role: Project Manager + Project Architect


In the renovation project of this first floor apartment in Copa-cabana beach, the use of earth-tone color materials with lots of textures, was carefully selected to bring to life the colorful artwork collection of the client.

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Income Classification of Mecklenburg County, NCGIS 3D map.

PLANNING & URBAN DESIGN

2009 - 2013

KCDC FIVE POINT MASTER PLAN

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: Knoxville, TNNumber of Units: 320-350 affordable units

Role: Project Designer


In 2009, Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation began a revitalization project in the Five Points community in Knoxville TN. In 2013, KCDC engaged a team led by Johnson Architecture, Inc., and including Lord Aeck Sargent, The Com-munities Group, Carol R. Johnson Associates, Vision Engineer-ing and Real Property Research Group, to develop the Master Plan for the area. The main goal of the Plan was to create a catalytic project on KCDC’s public housing site and revitalize the surrounding area.

To maximize community involvement and input KCDC and the Planning Team organized several public forums and workshops, one-on-one interviews with community stakeholders and lead-ers. Based on the input gathered at those meetings the final Neighborhood Framework, Conceptual Master Plan, Housing Prototypes and Implementation Strategy was finalized.

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Illustration by Lord Aeck Sargent

NEIGHBORHOOD & SITE DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK PLAN


2009 - 2020 (est.)

PETSAFE MASTER PLAN

Architect: Johnson ArchitectureLocation: Knoxville, TN

Role: Project Designer

Techniques I used: AutoCad, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign

Johnson Architecture was hired to access the existing facilities of the Radio System campus and produce a master plan that would include renovation of their existing facilities, and program-ming and planning for the next 20 years of growth. From this process multiple components were established: interior rehabili-tation of existing buildings, exterior facade renovations, addition of new buildings, and improvement in site circulation, parking and landscaping.

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Main Building Renovations

3rd Level Floor Plan 2nd Level Floor Plan Main Level Floor Plan

MASTER PLAN - PHASE 3

RADIO SYSTEM CORPORATIONMaster Plan, Phase 3 - November 12, 2014

MASTER PLANSCALE 1:60

TOTAL PARKING SPACES = 426

CONVERT DFA BUILDINGTO CONFERENCE CENTER

EXPAND & CONNECT PARKING AREAS


WAREHOUSEEXPANSION

WALKING TRAIL CONNECTION TO NEW PARK AREA

ACTIVE SPACES /SPORTS FIELDS


NEW BRIDGE CONNECTORS

RELOCATION OF DETENTION POND

MAIN BUILDING RENOVATIONS

NEW PARK AREA

RECONFIGURATION OFPETSAFE WAY

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M.Arch Studio - University of Tennessee

DOWNTOWN KNOXVILLE MASTER PLAN*

Techniques I used: Hand Drawing, AutoCad, Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign

For the Master Plan Project we first identified the main concerns, as well as the main success stories, within Downtown Knoxville ‘limits’, and made an inventory of the existing land uses, green spaces, and transportation networks. We then developed the Downtown Knoxville Master Plan which includes several revital-ization strategies that are bound to turn Downtown Knoxville into a fun, sustainable, accessible and thriving neighborhood.

1. Respect, Restore, Reconnect and Enhance Downtown’s natural features, parks, and greenways.

2. Make Downtown accessible for multiple means of trans-portation.

3. Develop an economically, socially, and culturally thriving downtown area, with a mix of uses, income, ages, races, and destinations.

4. Respect, Restore, and Enhance the character and quality of Downtown’s districts.

5. Embrace and Incorporate the governmental presence into the public realm.C

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Market Street - Existing Conditions

Market Street - Proposed Pedestrian Promenade

REVITALIZATION STRATEGIES

James White Park Diagram

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