Architecture Portfolio, Ernesto Banuelos

ARCHITECTURE
PORTFOLIO
Ernesto Banuelos | The Design School at ASU | 2024

Ernesto
Banuelos
ARCHITECTURAL STUDENT
Detail-oriented and passionate Master of Architecture student at Arizona State
University online, currently on the path to licensure and entering my final academic
year. With over three years of hands-on experience in commercial and residential
design, I bring a foundation in architectural documentation, visualization, and
coordination. I enjoy solving problems and challenges with creativity, precision, and
an eagerness to learn.
CONTACT
WORK EXPERIENCE
PHONE
(214) 663-9237
EMAIL
ebanuel9@asu.edu
LOCATION
Dallas, Texas
SKILLS
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER
Huitt-Zollars | Fort Worth July 2023 – July 2024
- Assisted with Schematic, Design Development and Construction Document phases
using Revit.
- Assisted with Schematic, Development and Construction Document phases.
- Produced renders using Lumion.
ARCHITECTURAL INTERN
Mayse & Associates | Dallas October 2021 – July 2023
- Prepared and modified construction documents.
- Coordination with structural, MEP, landscape, civil, and vendors.
- Supported with life safety, accessibility, and code compliance analyses.
- Modified 3D models and develop material boards.
SELECTED WORKS
This portfolio contains a collection of my
architectural, design and school work
which reflect my passion and enthusiasm
for envisioning and curating spaces. It also
illustrates my determination and journey of
transforming that passion into meaningful
design.
Revit
Lumion
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTER
Strand Architecture & Engineering | Dallas March 2020 – October 2021
- Produced construction documents for residential single-family projects.
- Created 3D models.
Adobe Creative Suite
EDUCATION
INTERESTS
MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE
Arizona State University, Online | 2022-2026
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
University of Texas at Dallas | 2015-2018
AWARDS
My Portfolio
DESIGN EXCELLENCE WINNER
Arizona State University | Fall 2024

05Other
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Refuge
Project Type: Housing Community
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Class: Studio Semester 1
02
Project Type: Public Market
Class: Studio Semester 2
03Bread+Butter
Gowanus Elementary
Project Type: Educational
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Class: Studio Semester 4
Location: Lower East Side Neighborhood in Manhattan, New York
Project Type: Mixed-use Affordable Housing
01Art House
Location: Boyle Heights Neighborhood in Los Angeles, California
Class: Studio Semester 3

art house
Location:
Boyle Heights
Los Angeles, California
Class: Studio
Semester 3
Project Type:
Mixed-use Affordable Housing
Mixed-use Affordable Housing
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This affordable housing project is designed to revitalize an industrial neighbourhood historically known as home to several minority
groups and creative studios in the art, movie production, photography, fashion and architecture fields. The use of brick cladding to match
surrounding warehouses, accent lighting and colourful murals celebrate the artistic and industrial identity of this neighbourhood. I identified
five potential residents along with their needs and designed a unit for each potential end user. This project includes common spaces
that foster community, connection to nature, and high-end amenities. The ground floor houses retail units for coffee shops, restaurants
and boutiques.

A roof top green provides garden spaces for reflection and community. The central courtyard provides a water feature for contemplation;
a gas fire pit space for socialisation and a central dining area as a focal point for residents to enjoy meals. A fitness canter helps
residents stay healthy and coworking areas provides space for remote work.
Sustainable strategies suitable for the Los Angeles region are include such as Photovoltaic Panels, a green roof to help with heat island
effect and storm water, rainwater collection for reuse in landscapes, and windows to the courtyard ease cross ventilation in each apartment
unit.

BUS STOP
DELIVERIES
TERRACE
PARKING
GARAGE
UNDER
GYMNASIUM
GREEN ROOF
OVER CAFETERIA
TOWER BUILDING
PLAZA
BRIDGE
BIKE
RACKS
PICNIC TABLES
STUDENT
DROP OFF
MAIN
ENTRANCE
PLAYGROUND
COURTYARD
gowanus
elementary
Location:
Gowanus
Brooklyn, New York
3RD STREET
Class: Studio
Semester 4
BUILDING
FOOTPRINT
Project Type:
Education
GOWANUS CANAL
Elementary School
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Located in Gowanus, Brooklyn, a neighbourhood that demonstrates a higher-than-average population of school-age children, this K–5
Elementary School is situated on a former concrete manufacturing lot. The neighbourhood, formerly known as an industrial hub, is
characterized by its artistically inclined community, demanding the integration of arts-based, music and performance as programming
staples.
Architecturally, the school balances the aesthetic language of recent developments with the historic fabric of the neighbourhood, which
includes red brick town homes and repurposed warehouses while colourful murals at exterior seating allow for creativity and playfulness.

COUNSELOR
PRINCIPAL
VP
NURSE
CLERK
ENTRANCE
GREEN ROOM
STAGE
ELEVATOR
AUDITORIUM
AUDITORIUM
COURTYARD
RESTROOM
JANITOR
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
ART
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
MUSIC
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
RESTROOM
CAFETERIA
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
SPED RESTROOM
SERVING
LIBRARY
STAFF RESTROOM
RECEIVING
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
SPECIAL EDUCATION
KITCHEN
CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE
MEDIA
LAB
TEACHERS LOUNGE
ELECTRICAL ROOM
STORAGE ROOM
PARKING GARAGE
AUDITORIUM
AUDITORIUM
AUDITORIUM
CLASSROOM KINDER
CLASSROOM KINDER
CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE
CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE
CLASSROOM KINDER
RESTROOM
GREEN ROOF
CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE
RESTROOM
CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE
CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE
GYM OFFICE
CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE
CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE
CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE
GYMNASIUM
CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE
GYMNASIUM
AUDITORIUM
EXPOSED TO
STRUCTURE ABOVE
GYMNASIUM
FIRST FLOOR
LEARNING
2
METAL SCREEN WALL
SECOND FLOOR
4
MUNTZ METAL SHINGLES
HORIZONTAL BANDS
ADMIN &
ENTRANCE
1
3
KITCHEN &
CAFETERIA
COURTAIN WALL
MUSIC
PRACTICE
STAGE
METAL PANEL
BRICK
CAST IN PLACE
CONCRETE
ROOM SCHEDULE FLOOR 1
ROOM SCHEDULE FLOOR 2
Numbe
Level r Name Area Occupancy
Level Number Name Area Occupancy
Level 1 1 ENTRANCE 393 SF COLLECTIVE
Level 1 2 CLERK 129 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 3 NURSE 147 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 4 VP 94 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 5 GREEN ROOM 226 SF OTHER
Level 1 7 PRINCIPAL 92 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 8 STAGE 195 SF COLLECTIVE
Level 1 9 AUDITORIUM 2109 SF COLLECTIVE
Level 1 10 ART 1633 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 1 11 MUSIC 1454 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 1 12 LIBRARY 1489 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 1 13 MEDIA
633 SF LEARNING SPACES
LAB
Level 1 14 JANITOR 34 SF OTHER
Level 1 15 SPECIAL EDUCATION 1193 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 1 16 TEACHERS LOUNGE 535 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 17 KITCHEN 1149 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 18 SERVING 461 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 19 RECEIVING 384 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 20 CAFETERIA 2734 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 21 PARKING GARAGE 3088 SF COLLECTIVE
Level 1 22 COURTYARD 2651 SF COLLECTIVE
Level 1 23 ELEVATOR 53 SF OTHER
Level 1 24 STAFF RESTROOM 51 SF OTHER
Level 1 25 COUNSELOR 115 SF SUPPORT
Level 1 26 STAFF RESTROOM 58 SF OTHER
Level 1 28 RESTROOM 57 SF OTHER
Level 1 29 RESTROOM 67 SF OTHER
Level 1 30 RESTROOM 55 SF OTHER
Level 1 31 RESTROOM 17 SF OTHER
Level 1 32 RESTROOM 17 SF OTHER
Level 1 33 RESTROOM 17 SF OTHER
Level 1 322 SPED RESTROOM 57 SF OTHER
Level 1 323 STORAGE ROOM 90 SF OTHER
Level 1 324 ELECTRICAL ROOM 84 SF OTHER
SPACES
COLLECTIVE
LEARNING SPACES
OTHER
SUPPORT
Level 2 201 CLASSROOM KINDER 942 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 202 CLASSROOM KINDER 928 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 203 CLASSROOM KINDER 957 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 204 CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE 857 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 206 CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE 925 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 207 CLASSROOM 1ST GRADE 1000 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 208 GYMNASIUM 3034 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 2 209 GYM OFFICE 206 SF SUPPORT
LEGEND
Level 2 210 RESTROOM 66 SF OTHER
Level 2 212 RESTROOM 73 SF OTHER
Level 2 213 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
SUPPLY
SUPPLY
DUCTWORK DIFFUSER Level 2 214 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
Level 2 215 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
RETURN
RETURN Level 2 216 RESTROOM 15 SF OTHER
DUCTWORK REGISTER Level 2 217 RESTROOM 42 SF OTHER
TROFFER CAN
LIGHT
LIGHT
2'X2' GRID GYPSUM
CEILING
CEILING
SPACES
COLLECTIVE
LEARNING SPACES
OTHER
SUPPORT
LEGEND
SUPPLY
SUPPLY
DUCTWORK DIFFUSER
RETURN
RETURN
DUCTWORK REGISTER
TROFFER CAN
LIGHT
LIGHT
2'X2' GRID GYPSUM
CEILING
CEILING
FOURTH FLOOR
6
THIRD FLOOR
5
AUDITORIUM
7
SCHOOL SIGNAGE
GYMNASIUM
ROOF
GYMNASIUM
ROOF
GYMNASIUM
8
ROOM SCHEDULE FLOOR 4
ROOM SCHEDULE FLOOR 3
Level Number Name Area Occupancy
Level Number Name Area Occupancy
Level 4 401 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 920 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 402 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 928 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 403 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 935 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 404 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 989 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 405 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 859 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 406 CLASSROOM 4TH GRADE 969 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 4 314 RESTROOM 66 SF OTHER
Level 4 315 RESTROOM 72 SF OTHER
Level 4 316 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
Level 4 317 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
Level 4 318 RESTROOM 16 SF OTHER
Level 4 319 RESTROOM 15 SF OTHER
Level 4 320 RESTROOM 42 SF OTHER
SPACES
COLLECTIVE
LEARNING SPACES
OTHER
LEGEND
SUPPLY
SUPPLY
DUCTWORK DIFFUSER
RETURN
RETURN
DUCTWORK REGISTER
TROFFER CAN
LIGHT
LIGHT
Level 3 301 CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE 920 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 302 CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE 883 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 303 CLASSROOM 2ND GRADE 957 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 305 CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE 859 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 304 CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE 1039 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 306 CLASSROOM 3RD GRADE 985 SF LEARNING SPACES
Level 3 307 RESTROOM 73 SF OTHER
Level 3 308 RESTROOM 74 SF OTHER
Level 3 309 RESTROOM 15 SF OTHER
Level 3 310 RESTROOM 15 SF OTHER
Level 3 311 RESTROOM 15 SF OTHER
Level 3 312 RESTROOM 13 SF OTHER
Level 3 313 RESTROOM 42 SF OTHER
SPACES
COLLECTIVE
LEARNING SPACES
OTHER
LEGEND
SUPPLY
SUPPLY
DUCTWORK DIFFUSER
RETURN
RETURN
DUCTWORK REGISTER
TROFFER CAN
LIGHT
LIGHT
2'X2' GRID
CEILING
GYPSUM
CEILING
2'X2' GRID
CEILING
GYPSUM
CEILING

OPERABLE WINDOWS CAN PROVIDE
THE COURTYARD PROVIDES
A SUNNY WIND-PROTECTED
OUTDOOR SPACE THAT CAN
EXTEND OCCUPIED AREAS IN
COOL WEATHER.
GREEN ROOF MITIGATES
THE HEAT-ISLAND
EFFECT, AS WELL AS
STORM-WATER RUNOFF,
CAPTURING WATER FOR
BOTH GRAY-AND BLACK-
WATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES IN THE
BUILDING
FENCE PROVIDES EXTERIOR WIND
SHIELDS AND TREES PROTECT
ENTRIES FROM COLD WINTER
WINDS.
PARKING GARAGE IS
LOCATED NORTHWEST,
ON THE SIDE OF THE
BUILDING FACING THE
COLDEST WIND TO
HELP INSULATE.
WATER COLLECTED
FROM SINKS AND
WASHING MACHINES AND
COLLECTED RAIN WILL BE
TREATED AND
DISTRIBUTED FOR REUSE
IN TOILETS, GREEN ROOF
IRRIGATION
LONG NARROW BUILDING
FLOORPLAN HELPS MAXIMIZE
CROSS VENTILATION IN
TEMPERATE AND HOT HUMID
CLIMATES.
LOW MASS TIGHTLY SEALED,
WELL-INSULATED
CONSTRUCTION PROVIDES
RAPID HEAT BUILDUP IN
MORNING IN COOL OVERCAST
CLIMATES.
VERTICAL SHADING ON WEST
ELEVATION
INTERIOR + EXTERIOR
LIGHT SHELVES ON SOUTH
ELEVATION BLOCK HIGH
SUMMER SUN BUT ALLOW
LOW WINTER SUN TO
ENTER TO HELP CREATE
BRIGHT, EVENLY LIT
CLASSROOMS, WHICH
RESEARCH SUGGESTS
SUPPORTS BETTER
LEARNING OUTCOMES
INTERIOR CLERESTORY
WINDOWS AT LEARNING
SPACES ALLOW NATURAL
LIGHT INTO HALLWAYS
READUCING THE NEED FOR
ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING.
OPERABLE WINDOWS
PROVIDE NATURAL
VENTILATION CAN
REDUCE OR ELIMINATE
AIR CONDITIONING IN
WARM WEATHER.
EXTRA INSULATION (SUPER
INSULATION) INCREASES OCCUPANT
COMFORT BY KEEPING INDOOR
TEMPERATURES MORE UNIFORM.
FOR PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING,
MOST OF THE GLASS AREA FACES
SOUTH TO MAXIMIZE WINTER SUN
EXPOSURE, WHILE OVERHANGS
FULLY SHADE IN SUMMER.
DOUBLE-PANE HIGH-PERFORMANCE
GLAZING (LOW-E) ON WEST, NORTH,
AND EAST, BUT CLEAR ON SOUTH FOR
MAXIMUM PASSIVE SOLAR GAIN.
THE SHINGLED CLADDING
SERVES AS A PASSIVE
SOLAR CONTROL SYSTEM.
IT SHADES WINDOWS,
REDUCING SOLAR HEAT
GAIN
SECOND FLOOR
Given the scarcity of green spaces, this project integrates a green roof that provides valuable outdoor play area for students. A playground
courtyard connected to the green roof by vertical circulation encourages students to be active. Additionally, the site’s proximity to the
MECHANICAL
SHAFT WITH
DUCTWORK
MECHANICAL
SUPPLY
canal presents opportunities for educational and recreational programming.
A spacious art studio with views of the canal invites for reflection and inspiration while a large performance room with a practice stage
CLASSROOM
CLASSROOM
MECHANICAL
RETURN
LIGHTING
allows students to explore the theatrical and musical arts. A lobby that doubles as an auditorium with bleachers and a stage lets students
to participate in performances for the community.
INTERIOR +
EXTERIOR LIGHT
SHELVES
NATURAL VENTILATION AND CAN
REDUCE OR ELIMINATE AIR
CONDITIONING IN WARM WEATHER.
DOUBLE-PANE HIGH-PERFORMANCE GLAZING
(LOW-E) ON WEST, NORTH, AND EAST, BUT CLEAR
ON SOUTH FOR MAXIMUM PASSIVE SOLAR GAIN.
INTERIOR CLERESTORY
WINDOWS ALLOW
NATURAL LIGHT INTO
HALLWAYS READUCING
THE NEED FOR ARTIFICIAL
LIGHTING.
LOW MASS TIGHTLY
SEALED, WELL-INSULATED
CONSTRUCTION
PROVIDES RAPID HEAT
BUILDUP IN MORNING IN
COOL OVERCAST
CLIMATES.
CLASSROOM CLERESTORY
LETS NATURAL LIGHT INTO
DOUBLE LOADED HALLWAY
INTERIOR + EXTERIOR LIGHT
SHELVES ON SOUTH
ELEVATION BLOCK HIGH
SUMMER SUN BUT ALLOW
LOW WINTER SUN
FOR PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING,
MOST OF THE GLASS AREA
CLASSROOM FACES SOUTH TO MAXIMIZE
CLASSROOM HALLWAY
WINTER SUN EXPOSURE,
WHILE OVERHANGS FULLY
SHADE IN SUMMER.
SUPER INSULATION INCREASES
OCCUPANT COMFORT BY
KEEPING INDOOR
TEMPERATURES MORE
UNIFORM.

bread+butter
Location:
Lower East Side
Manhattan, New York
Class: Studio
Semester 2
Public Market
Project Type:
Public Market
Located in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, this Community Market resembles a woven basket used for storage of goods. Its biophilic
heavy timber structure along with wooden finishes offers visitors a warm and inviting atmosphere that evokes connection to nature amid
the busy city. The entrance to the market is accessible from the main road and service areas can be accessed from right street of the
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building allowing easy access for deliveries.
On the opposite side of the main building, a community centre offers multipurpose indoor space designated for community events and
meetings. At the rear side of the building, there is a public space lawn with shaded benches that can be used for farmers markets and
outdoors community events. The main market space is situated in a central location having accessibility from the front, left hand side
and rear side. This allows customers to openly come in and out of the market from both main roads and encourages the use of the public
space in the back.

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Low Table
Side Chair (2)
Couch
Kitchen Counter
(Can be included in Service Volume)
Kitchen/Dining Table
Double Bed
Single Bed
Bureau
Work Table
Storage Shelves
Service Core Option 1
100 sf
Service Core Option 2
120 sf
Original Unit
Exterior + Light
Exterior Walls
Columns and Structure
Service Cores
Interior Walls
Furniture
refuge
2-4 Inhabitants
Location:
Multi-Generational
Phoenix, Arizona
Class:
Studio Semester 1
Live-Work
Housing Community
Project Type:
Housing Community
This is a community with dual resident purposes. Each unit is equipped with plenty of natural light, an open garage, and a courtyard
but varies in floor plan layout.
The upper half of the community is meant for families with children and multigenerational families with elderly grandparents and
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children. The units provide spaces for families and their children, and the multigenerational units include spaces for an elderly family
member that allows for privacy and connection.
The lower half is meant for young professionals and students. The units include plenty of space for working from home, studying,
hosting, and entertaining.

A long, deep, narrow and shaded entrance front yard bathes the entryway with light that casts interesting linear shadows. Units
have a rear courtyard that blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a unique setting for socializing and
relaxation. Strategic use of skylights over bedrooms allows for natural light and creates a serene environment for resting.

The focus of the upper part of the community is the family and showcases common spaces that invite families to spend time
together. A performing pavilion located in the heart of the community is surrounded by green areas, trees and benches.
The lower part of the community has a second common area intended for young professionals and students. With shaded lounge
spaces, this area promotes community, interaction and socializing.

other
Software:
Grasshopper
Class:
Architcetural Representation
Parametric Modeling
Project Type:
Parametric Modeling
This exercise uses parameters that are part of the script, such as the shape
of the floor, the number of floors, spacing between floors and rotation to
create different high rise building variations.
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other
Software:
Rhino
Class:
Architcetural Representation
Canopy
Project Type:
Shading Structure
This canopy was designed using Rhino as a waiting area that shelters from
sunlight and rain, offering comfort and protection to rideshare users while
they await pickup.
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Thank
You
Ernesto Banuelos
The Design School at ASU