This document provides an overview of Alison Peckett's portfolio, which includes projects in recreation design, sustainable design, urban design, therapeutic gardens, hand renderings, and a global perspective. Key projects summarized include a tide pool design for a beach club resort in Puerto Rico, a "sleep garden" park design inspired by REM cycles, a conservation subdivision with preserved green space, an urban infill project in Sacramento featuring glass sculptures, a therapeutic garden for a medical center, and a hospice garden representing life and death. The portfolio demonstrates experience with a variety of design types and media including watercolor, sketching, digital rendering, and models.

1. a l i s o n p e c k e t t p o r t f o l i o.

2. t a b l e . o f . c o n t e n t s .
r e c r e a t i o n . d e s i g n .
s u s t a i n a b l e . d e s i g n .
u r b a n . l i f e .
t h e r a p e u t i c . g a r d e n s .
h a n d . r e n d e r i n g s .
g l o b a l . p e r s p e c t i v e .

3. r e c r e a t i o n . d e s i g n.

4. o b j e c t i v e :
To create a recreational pool area for a
beach club resort in Puerto Rico. The
design should blend seamlessly into
its natural environment, through its
architecture and overall design character.
t i d e . p o o l . f o r m s.
a p p r o a c h :
The design in centered around a series of
cascading tide pools, surrounded by an
overlooking open air restaurant, rocky
shoals, and wood paneled decking. Small
pockets of secluded gardens and ham-
mocks are tucked into the design to ensure
the comfort and seclusion of its visitors.
c o l o r . s t u d i e s . m e d i a : w a t e r c o l o r + c o l o r e d . p e n c i l.

5. perspective of tunnel interior
o b j e c t i v e :
To design a park which progressively moves its
visitors through a space which includes a large
tunnel structure. The tunnel will be cut into and de-
signed to reflect the overall theme of the space. The
project is intended to demonstrate the importance of
sequence in design and the evolution of a chosen idea.
perspective walking into the tunnel
a p p r o a c h :
The REM cycle inspired a “sleep garden” which
has several garden rooms that symbolize the
phases of sleep and dream sequences experienced
at night. The beginning pathways represent the
tossing and turning before the initial entry to-
ward actual dreaming. The tunnel represents self
section showing fabric overhang
introspection during dreaming by using granite
and water as “reflective” surfaces. The final por-
tion of the sequence occurs after a brief disruption,
the exiting of the tunnel, or dream, and involves
entering a hazy feeling of discomfort and confusion.
m e d i a : p e n + i n k . a n d . s k e t c h u p .

6. s u s t a i n a b l e . d e s i g n .

7. g r e e n . s p a c e. l o t . v a r i e t y c o n n e c t i v i t y .
Several segments on the site By creating a variety of property With appropriate circulation,
are set aside for preserva- sizes, residents can customize residents are able to take
tion and the enjoyment of the their individual needs with advantage of the entire site.
residents. Many of the lots the properties available. A wooded walking trail wraps
back up to this space, creating Each lot has close proximity around the northern section
a common “quad” area where to an open green space and of the site, along the river,
neighbors can congregate. several lots have views and eventually reaches a
of the creek or river and greenway along the creek.
access to the trail system.
m e d i a : a u t o c a d + m a r k e r + c o l o r e d . p e n c i l .
conservation.subdivision.

8. o b j e c t i v e : a p p r o a c h :
Design a park which embodies the Ficus benghalensis exudes a sense of enclosure and encapsulation due to its
word “encapsulation” through the ability to naturally take over the land on which it rests. Humans naturally
selection and placement of up to one crave this idea of “prospect and refuge.” Being amongst such a domineering
hundred trees of any species. Use form tree reveals their powerfulness as a natural sanctuary as opposed to
studies and changes in topography to an entrapment. The phases of the project included form studies, small
help understand spatial relationships models, hand rendering, and an eventual re-rendering using photoshop.
c o n c e p t u a l . d e s i g n . s k e t c h e s .
m e d i a : p e n c i l + p h o t o s h o p
one.hundred.trees.park.

9. o b j e c t i v e : a p p r o a c h :
Downtown Comer, Georgia is a small rural The focus of the design creates a
town which is rich in history yet lacks any downtown which not only integrates
overall character . Comer has a very prevalent local art into the community, but
artist community, but currently lacks the focuses on a new greenway. The
venues which are sufficient to its growth. greenway will provide access to the
newly revitalized downtown area and
connectivity to surrounding parks,
neighborhoods, and schools. The
fusion of art into the downtown area
has the potential to introduce Comer,
Georgia as a part of the Hertiage Art
Loop, which connects several artist
communities throughout the Southeast.
downtown.revitalization.
downtown.revitilization.

10. c o u r t y a r d s t o w n . c e n t e r.
Creating small pockets and paths Located at the end of the central green,
throughout each lot allows residents a the town center serves as the common
more intimate relationship with their area for those who do not live within
personal space- a secluded haven the community. Wide sidewalks and
in the comfort of their backyard. parking in the rear of the buildings
Walking through narrow paths in each emphasize the importance of living in
courtyard makes it easy to forget the a walkable community and creates a
close proximity of neighboring houses. positive congestion on the sidewalks.
neotraditional.community.

11. u r b a n . d e s i g n

12. o b j e c t i v e :
This project introduces the basic
functions of photoshop and digital
imagery through the revitalization of
a previously barren or derelict site.
a p p r o a c h :
A former paint and body shop
was selected to be transformed
into an outdoor urban bistro. By
adding vegetation, architectural
structures and lighting, the
site becomes an outdoor space
for dining and socializing.
m e d i a : p h o t o s h o p
featured in computer graphics for landscape architects- fall 2007
photoshop.urban.bistro.

13. d
c l o s e . u p . o f . m o d el .
e
o b j e c t i v e :
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Design a road median which is
inspired by a genre of music in order
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to understand the various forms of
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rythm and their influence on design.
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a p p r o a c h :
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p
A jazz ensemble creates inspiration
for the median which has a variety
r
of long lines, emulating the rhythmic
o
patterns of the song. The design
process involved initial chalk drawings
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created to the music which later
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evolved into models and renderings.
s
s
m e d i a : c h a l k + p a s t e l + c o l o r e d . p e n c i l .
jazz.inspired.median.

14. m o d e l . o f . p l a z a . existing.conditions.
a p p r o a c h:
The space was designed to
create a natural node within an
urban center. Through the use
of natural elements and various o b j e c t i v e :
changes in elevation, this small Design an urban
site appears much larger. The pocket park which
radial design allows one to be serves as a threshold
naturally drawn toward the focal between several public
point, the fountain, both visually spaces, with many
and audibly, from all parts of the of its visitors being
park and from the street. The transitory. The park
functional.diagram.
water which permeates from the should accommodate
fountain throughout the park a seating area for a
lures visitors into the heart of restaurant or spaces for
the park. This is accentuated those who wish to use
through the repetition and the park as a retreat
rhythm of elements in the park. from the noisy streets
of the surrounding
m e d i a : p e n + i n k + c o l o r e d . p e n c i l + p a s t e l urban environment.
urban.pocket.park.

15. w i n t e r
o b j e c t i v e :
To design a courtyard which not only
focuses on planting design and plant
selection, but functions as an urban building
s p r i n g in accordance with the univeristy campus.
e x i s t i n g . s i t e .
n
o
x
a
s u m m e r
a p p r o a c h :
Site inventory and analysis are conducted to understand
f a l l
aspects of the sight such as circulation and sun angles,
which ultimately affect the behavior of its users. Specific
plants were selected, sized, and priced for the plan and based
s e c t i o n . o f . v e g e t a t i v e . b o r d e r. on their seasonal color changes and feasibility on the site.
urban.courtyard

16. o b j e c t i v e :
Entry from a three day design charette competition which
involved designing a large scale urban infill project in
Sacramento, California to be used for an upscale mixed use
development and thoroughfare for an adjacent sports arena.
n i g h t . v i e w . o f . p l a z a .
a p p r o a c h :
The design revolves around the inspiration of Dale
The use of water draws visitors into the
Chihuly’s ‘Seaforms’ glass sculpture collection. His
arena and is covered by glass paneling in
strong and flowing lines portray a certain sense of
certain areas to add intererst and variety
prestige. These forms are re-introduced into the rhythm
for those who travel along it. At night, the
of the plaza through the use of concentric circles and long
glass blown features are illuminated, making
sleek lines, which are echoed not only in the surrounding
the space functional at all times of the day.
Sacramento area, but in much of Chichuly’s work.
m e d i a : s ke t c h u p + p h o t o s h o p + p e n + m a r k e r . group participants: alison peckett. erich bilal. travis barron.
crystal.river.urban.infill.

17. t h e r a p e u t i c . g a r d e n

18. o b j e c t i v e : a p p r o a c h :
Design a small garden for Gwinett Medical Center’s new wing Curvilinear forms were used to juxtapose the rectilinear
that includes a new glass chapel with an adjacent garden space. buildings to create a space which is tangibly different from
The garden will be used predominantly by guests who are visiting the hospital facility. Water features tie the space together
patients as well as staff members. Therefore, the garden should and create views from the interior of the church and draw
accommodate a variety of needs and reflect the research and visitors into the site. Floating balls engraved with donor
principles of therapeutic garden design. The design should creatively names illuminate in the water at night to make the space
integrate opportunities for donor contributions to fund the project. usable and also create positive distractions for visitors.
m e d i a : s k e t c h u p + p h o t o s h o p
project placed first in design competition.
gwinett.medical.center.competition

19. a p p r o a c h :
The garden , like the human body, is a living thing. It does not need to be manicured and immaculate to grow and be maintained.
When we die, we essentially return back to nature. St. Mary’s garden is a tangible representation of a sacred garden. By
creating a place of serenity in the outdoors, we are reminded that death can be as beautiful as life. The overall circular pattern
represents wholeness and life and creates a journey for the patient as they come a part of the facility. Water features, covered
structures, and lush plantings create a usable, home-like atmosphere that, although only steps away from the building, seem
secluded and peaceful. The garden becomes an extension of the overall hospice goal, which is to promote the joy of life
and ensure that each person’s final days are lived with meaning and a focus on physical, emotional, and spiritual comfort.
p r o c e s s. g r a p h i c s : f r o m . t r a s h . to . p h o t os h o p m e d i a : p h o t o s h o p.
st. mary’s hospice garden

20. h a n d . r e n d e r i n g s .

21. hand.renderings.

22. g l o b a l . p e r s p e c t i v e .

23. “ d o n ’ t t e l l m e h o w e d u c a t e d y o u a r e , t e l l m e h o w m u c h y o u h a v e t r a v e l e d . ” - m o h a m m e d .