The Sandridge Parkwayfrom Visualizations 4 for Architecture with Prof. Suvir Hira
The Master Plan for the Sandridge Bridge sets in motion an ambitious and far-reaching effort to reclaim a long-neglected Melbourne asset, the Yarra River Waterfront. Guided by the recommendations of Zaha Hadid’s Flinders Street Station shortlisted proposal, this foundational plan has provided an understanding of the advanced planning and design potentials of the Yarra River’s North and South banks.
Using the genetics of dissimilar parents or stock, the offspring produced by Beats headphones and a classic guitar formulated a pedestrian bridge walkway in Melbourne, Australia. The form of the structure was extracted by the band of the headphones while the landscaping took after the strings of the guitar, an element of guidance. Recognized as a destination for residents and visitors alike, the new form yields a public resting place for the future as it appeals to views of the Yarra River and connects to the Flinders Street Station in attempts to resolve the functional challenges while celebrating the travel experience. |
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Victor Pedraza
B. Architecture '23 Real Estate Development Minor Listening to Pina Colada by Diomer Initially, I envision myself working for a firm for a couple of years , but then I hope to eventually transition and extend my career into a Real Estate pathway where I could start my own business in the residential market. Through this, I would like to focus on combating the issues of gentrification. |
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How do you know if your project is successful?
When all is said and done, and you stare at your project for hours on-end knowing you fulfilled your vision, you manage to walk away with a smile--that is when you know your project is successful. There is no regret or moments of telling yourself, "Man, I wish I did this" or "If only I did that." No, what is done is done. Did you do fulfill your vision? If you answer yes, your project is successful. |
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Form Development
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What experiences in your life have shaped your designs?
When I was ten years old, I lost my dad to tuberculosis. The financial support that came from him had gradually led me, my mom, and sister into financial hardship. Before we moved into my grandma's house in North Philadelphia, the three of us had lived out of our car for a couple months. In terms of design, this has encouraged me to let what I produce tell a story, and when possible, a story of guidance and comfort. An architect must remember that the people working or living in his or her building need space--to dream, to be quiet, to find beauty somewhere. This is a lesson I try to implement in my designs given my life experiences. As a designer, I ask myself if can still provide beauty or comfort for everyday people and give them a sense of place despite the disorder we all witness on a global and personal scale. "An architect must remember that the people working or living in his or her building need space- to dream, to be quiet, to find beauty somewhere." |
