This portfolio document contains summaries and images from Pavel Komarinets' design projects. It includes sections on a mixed housing project in Portland, a city redesign of Glenwood, Oregon, a "Hotel of Mystery" commercial building also in Portland, and residential and recreational design projects. Each section provides 1-3 paragraphs describing the design concept and goals of the project along with accompanying floor plans, sections, and renderings.
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PORTLAND MIXED HOUSING
Portland, OR | Residential Design
GLENWOOD: A CITY REBORN
Glenwood, OR | Urban Design
HOTEL OF MYSTERY
Portland, OR | Commercial Design
COURTYARD LIVING
Portland, OR | Residential Design
THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT
Eugene, OR | Recreational Design
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Conveying Information in a Compelling Manner
MODEL MAKING
Representation Through Physical Iteration
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PORTLAND MIXED HOUSING
Portland, OR | Housing Bootcamp Studio | Fall 2019
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In this project, I applied the different housing designs I learned
throughout the term in order to create a two-block, high density
residential neighborhood. In designing this community, I had to
maintain a minimum of 28 units per acre, all the while providing
enough room for parking and separate lots for each unit. The overall
layout includes row houses, single-family dwellings, courtyard homes,
and a set of 8-plex apartments; the following pages 5-8 are arranged
in this order.
The general layout of the housing blocks is meant to offer an ease of
circulation and provide a generous amount of green space. Location
of the certain housing typologies is responsive to a busier urban
southern edge, and a quieter northern edge. Thus, the units decrease
in density moving south to north, or from row houses to single family
dwelling units. Overall, the project is designed to address the problem
of urban sprawl and provides a solution in efficient design with a
more sustainable approach.
6. UNIT LOCATION GREEN SPACE
MAIN FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
2ND FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
3RD FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
SOUTH ELEVATION
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
SECTION FACING SOUTH
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
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7. UNIT LOCATION UNIT LOT DENSITY
MAIN FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
2ND FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
NORTH ELEVATION
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
SECTION FACING NORTH
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
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8. UNIT LOCATION PUBLIC/PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPACE
MAIN FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
EAST ELEVATION
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
SECTION FACING EAST
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
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9. UNIT LOCATION HARDSCAPE
MAIN FLOOR
SCALE: 1/8” = 1’ - 0’’
SITE AXONOMETRIC
WEST ELEVATION
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
SECTION FACING WEST
SCALE: 1” = 20’ - 0”
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A CITY REBORN
Glenwood, OR | Glenwood Urban Design Studio | Spring 2019
In this project, I examined a city plagued by decay and explored
options in improving the area through urban redesign. Currently, the
city of Glenwood remains an industrial area with several unwanted
industries such as waste, concrete polluting the area. In this project I
provide an alternative to the current cityscape, which will utilize the
natural landscape of the city and allow for an economic hub to exist
in the city, boosting the local economy.
The primary proposals are to expand the main street that runs through
the city, Franklin Blvd, provide a waterfront public area, and create
successful residential neighborhoods in a desirable location.
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RESIDENTIAL BLOCKS
My residential proposal is to move most of the industry south of
Franklin, eventually south of the railroad tracks, and introduce
residential blocks in their place. The city of Glenwood lies along the
riverfront and valuable public land is being polluted and wasted by
dirty industries. In their place, I propose a walkable neighborhood,
wider streets, and green strategies implemented to help promote the
local landscapes.
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URBAN WATERFRONT
Glenwood sits along the edge and bend of the Willamette river.
Taking vantage of this natural gem, a waterfront would be ideal for
the community and help transfrom Glenwood into an economic hub.
Placement of shophouses along one edge and a line of firs along
the river would create a walkable cityscape that would attractive for
users. Implementation of a pedestrian only avenue with large open
spaces could help the city organize events and hold farmers markets
and similar use attractions in this space.
15. PROPOSED FIGURE/GROUND
EXISTING FIGURE/GROUND
STREET
BUILDING
PROPOSED BLOCKS
EXISTING BLOCKS
STREET
BUILDING
PROPOSED FIGURE/GROUND
EXISTING FIGURE/GROUND
STREET
BUILDING
PROPOSED BLOCKS
EXISTING BLOCKS
STREET
BUILDING
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DING
PROPOSED BLOCKS
EXISTING BLOCKS
PROPOSED GREEN SPACE
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STREET
FOLIAGE
GREEN SPACE
EXISTING GREEN SPACE
STREET
FOLIAGE
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PROPOSED BLOCKS PROPOSED GREEN SPACE
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GREEN SPACE
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FOLIAGE
GREEN SPACE
EXISTING GREEN SPACE
STREET
FOLIAGE
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PROPOSED FIGURE/GROUND
EXISTING FIGURE/GROUND
STREET
BUILDING
STREET
BUILDING
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HOTEL OF MYSTERY
Portland, OR | Subscription Studio | Fall 2018
In the spirit of entrepeneurship, this design is focused on creating
architecture that entertains the user and provides a building as
essntially a giant mystery box. With the rise of technology and the
steady growth of subscription based services, audiences are seeking
experiences that offer excitement and variability on a regular basis.
Users seek new experiences, and through the exploration of various
design techniques, I want to give that to them.
In order to create this mystery box, I explored three elements of
surprise: the curtain, inception, and perception. The curtain is simply
the principal idea that an object must remain hidden in order to build
suspense and surprise the viewer. Inception is the principle that there
is always something more to be discovered the further you go, such as
Russian nestling dolls. Finally, perception is playing with the viewer’s
field of vision in order to once again, surprise the user. All these ideas
are explored throughout the building and seek to create architecture
that surprises.
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THE CENTRAL SURPRISE
Since the building is architecturally layered, the center is the most
important spot in the building. The central space is a public space
spanning four levels. The bottom level, is sitting in an aquirium, the
second level acts as a restaurant, the third as a lounge space, and
finally the top acts as an open outdoor space.
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COURTYARD LIVING
Portland, OR | Housing Bootcamp Studio | Fall 2019
Situated on a 100x100 lot, this courtyard housing complex is
purposed for the utilization of parking space coupled as a courtyard
and livable area. The primary design of the units is meant to be
efficient and provide room for a small family with careful planning
of each room in the design. In addition to providing a livable space,
the entire courtyard must be accessible by each unit and each tenant
should be able to have eyes on the park.
In my design, I provided a functional open space for activities
whichever may come up. That being said, the priority was to create
personal space for each unit which would include room for patios and
private yards. Overall, the driving focus was to create a functional
neighborhood, with limited space, and explore ways to make parking
space more useful when the spots are empty.
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25. UNIT 1 MAIN FLOOR PLAN UNIT 2 MAIN FLOOR PLAN
UNIT 3 MAIN FLOOR PLAN
UNIT 1 2ND FLOOR PLAN UNIT 2 2ND FLOOR PLAN
UNIT 3 2ND FLOOR PLAN
UNIT 1 UNIT 2 UNIT 3
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THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT
Lowell, OR | Dexter Lake Boathouse Studio | Spring 2018
Nestled on the shore of Dexter Lake, in the small city of Lowell,
Oregon, is a boathouse designed for everyone’s use. With over
25,000 square feet of equitable use, this boathouse has been
designed in order to fulfill the need of university, high school, and club
athletes who don’t have access to a proper storage facility on this
lake. However, since the project is designed on such a grand scale,
it will also be fully functional for the public, considering they will help
fund it.
The design of the boathouse stemmed from tthe sport of rowing. The
general layout follows the pattern formed by the oars hitting the water,
laying a rhythmic, repetitive pattern separated into two sets of of oars
at an angle from each other. Building on the metaphor the building is
broken down into four compartments along each side, with the center
holding the most important pieces, such as the actual rowing boats
and the large open atrium space for the public on top.
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30. conferences.uoregon.edu
541-346-6000
conferences@uoregon.edu
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GRAPHIC DESIGN
University of Oregon, Eugene | University Housing | 2018 - Current
I currently work for the University of Oregon’s Housing department
doing graphic design. The work has immensely increased my
understanding of general graphic design principles and in addition
has helped me better understand the entire marketing process when it
comes to events and recruiting.
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31. GO LOW-CARBON
CARSON DINING
Monday, April 22, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
MENU HIGHLIGHTS
• Fire roasted jackfruit carnitas
• Chicken tagine with squash and garbanzo beans
• Roasted garlic and harissa roasted potatoes
• Indian lentil soup with kale and cilantro
• Roasted red pepper vegan pizza
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This pub-
lication will be made available in accessible formats upon request. Accommodations for people with disabilities will be provided if requested in advance by calling 541-346-2477.
Bites served at UO dining venues during Earth Week,April 22–26.
LOW-CARBON
FOOTPRINTDINNER
LOW-CARBON BITE
CHEFS’ COMPETITION
Vote for your favorite.
LOW CARBON
FOOTPRINT DINNER
CARSON DINING
Monday, April 22, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
LOW CARBON FOOTPRINT
HIGH CARBON FOOTPRINT
1 kg of tomatoes accounts for
1 kg of carbon emissions
1 kg of beef accounts for
27 kg of carbon emissions
• Food production
and processing
are responsible for
a third of global
greenhouse gas
emissions.
• Try delicious low
carbon food.
• Special Carson
dinner event. No
extra points/cost.
GO LOW-CARBON
CARSON DINING
Monday, April 22, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
LOW-CARBON
FOOTPRINTDINNER
LOW-CARBON BITE
CHEFS’ COMPETITION
Vote for your favorite.
• Sample exciting low-carbon
food concepts created by
UO chefs.
• Learn how what we choose
to eat impacts our
environment.
• Food production and
processing are responsible
for much of global green-
house gas emissions.
Bites served at UO dining venues during Earth Week
April 22–26
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32. LEFT BEHIND ITEMS
Valuable Process
1. Take the item, and place in a ziploc bag.
2. Fill out the label, include the room number on the label.
3. Place the label on the ziploc bag.
4. Describe items in the comments section of room inspection.
5. Bring the bagged and labeled item to Service Center.
Government ID University ID Cash Credit Card Wallet
Purse Jewelry Keys Glasses Phone
Tablet Laptop Prescription
Medication
Medical
Equipment
Religious
Texts
LEFT BEHIND ITEMS
Non Valuable Process
1. Mark on room inspection “facilities attention is needed.”
2. Describe the items in the comments section.
3. Leave the item in the room.
Large
Electronics
Gaming
Systems
Clothing Furniture Unapproved
Appliances
Refrigerators Drug
Paraphernalia
Air Pods
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FLYERS
33. Keywords or Phrases
Friendly • Outgoing • Helpful • Supportive
Goal-Oriented • Inclusive • Exploratory • Progressive • Register
Academic Environment • Educational Oppotunities • Welcoming Community
Leadership Development • Transformative Experience • First-Year
Dormitory • Cafeteria • Freshman • Housing
Complex • Apply
TARGETAUDIENCE CALLTOA
CTIONCENT
RALMESSA
GEThe WHAT
Our learning goals
for students:
• Wellbeing
• Building relationships
in communities
• Integrating learning
into their lives.
• Cultural competence
• Responsibility
What we want others to
remember about us:
• University Housing is where living and learning
unite.
• University Housing is the only choice if you
want to experience the best the UO has to
offer.
• University Housing is the launchpad to your
success academically, intellectually, and
socially.
• Students who live on campus their first year
are more likely to graduate and graduate at a
faster rate.
• Students who live on campus their first year
tend to have higher GPAs.
The HOW
How and when we communicate:
• In all communications, be friendly, be personal,
and be authentic!
• Positive personal stories are a great way to
illustrate a point. Please remember to add the
caveat “This was my experience,” to avoid
stereotyping.
• When possible, talk to new students in second
person, e.g.: “When you first move in, your
student staff are there to help answer any of
your questions.”
• When speaking to a crowd that is unfamiliar
with University Housing, refer to residents as
“students” and avoid acronyms.
The WHO
Potential students
• Living on campus sets the foundation for your academic success.
• Living on campus is the best way for you to connect with the opportunities at the University of
Oregon.
• University Housing will groom you as a leader, and give you a place to grow.
• There is a place for everyone. Academic Residential Communities create a supportive community
for any interest.
RECRUIT + INVOLVE
Current Students
• The personal and academic support is unmatched off-campus
• Spending a second year on campus will set you apart from your peers, with programs designed for sophomore and
upper-division students.
• Living on campus is an investment that will help you focus on academics, and give you more freedom to get involved
with campus activities.
• There is a place for all students on campus, not only first-year students.
RETAIN + SUPPORT
Parents & Families
• The on-campus community creates more successful students who are defining their passions academically
and socially.
• Security is our first priotity. We have multiple systems that provide high-quality security and support the
residents, 24/7.
• If they apply themselves, your student will leave here more mature and self-aware individual.
• Some of the best lessons come from challenging situations. Living in University Housing will
develop student’s life skills, as well as their academic skills.
REASSURE + THANK
University Housing Partners & Campus
• University Housing is more than just a place to sleep; it is the foundation for students’
academic success
• Living on campus is a great option for more than just first-year college students.
• We pride ourselves on our Academic Residential Programs and we want them to be the highlight
of your conversations with students, rather than living accomodations
• University Housing creates student leaders who are successful both in and outside the classroom,
through a culture of lifelong learning.
INFORM + EDUCATE
The MORE
In person:
• Tell success stories about living on campus.
• Encourage students to register and get the most out of their time at the university
• Sign up for housing on our website, everything is right on the University Housing homepage.
Digital Correspondence:
• Check housing.uoregon.edu for more information, and follow University Housing on Facebook and Twitter for
additional tips and prizes.
• E-mail housing@uoregon.edu or call 541-346-4277 with questions.
University Housing
HOW WETELLOUR STORY
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INFOGRAPHICS
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MODEL MAKING
University of Oregon, Eugene | University Housing | 2018 - Current
Having grown up making models, I’ve always enjoyed the model-
making aspect of the architecture program. I generally prefer working
with museum board, paired with wood trim and grey board, as this
allows for a subtle yet beautiful representation of every piece in a
model. Although I’ve laset cut a few models before, I prefer working
every piece by hand as it allows me to explore additional ideas and
be more creative with my model. Whilst it may take more time, the
creative exploration of ideas is invaluable in the design process, and
the primary reason why I enjoy making models.
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