Tomas Diaz Selected Works 2024

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#NoStopHomeOffice

Amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, I had the privilege of answering the call from the Instagram of Flo Bengert, a German architectural designer who initiated the "#NoStopHomeOffice". This design challenge began as an open call, inviting individuals from diverse backgrounds worldwide to contribute their interpretations of their quarantine environments. The resulting floor plans were converted into black-and-white, and stitched together to form one massive collage. The collage of nearly 1000 drawings reflects the intricacies of interior life during this period.

"No Stop Home Office" serves as a testament to our collective resilience, illustrating the profound impact of architecture in shaping our lives, transcending borders and reminding us of our shared humanity. It highlights the power of architecture to capture the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity, uniting us through shared experiences and the transformative potential of design.

Coffee table/desk

Office #1

Views of the outside world

General Thoughts:

1. How can I make my living situation more comfortable and efficient?

2. What works?

3. What doesnt work?

4. What makes me get up in the morning?

COMMUNITY CENTER

The Community Center situated in Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy, was conceived as a crucial educational hub for a region grappling with a significant decline in its youth population. In search of economic growth and job prospects, younger entrepreneurs and graduates have been migrating to larger European cities, leaving smaller towns like Castiglion Fiorentino facing the challenge of retaining their vibrancy.

To create a facility that seamlessly integrates with the deep-rooted cultural context of the ancient city, extensive studies were undertaken. The goal was to construct a center that not only addresses the modern educational needs but also complements and enhances the enduring cultural richness of Castiglion Fiorentino, which has thrived for centuries.

Contribution: Project and concept development, construction drawings including floor plans and elevations, project render post production.

Academic | Year 4 | Team of 3 | Professors: Paolo Bulletti, Mark J. Clayton, Julie S. Rogers | Software: Revit, Sketchup, Illustrator, Photoshop.

HEALTH FACILITY

This project seeks to seamlessly integrate a new medical facility into the burgeoning urban landscape of Prosper, Texas, situated just north of Dallas. Specifically tailored to meet the healthcare needs of women and children, the Women and Children's Health Facility stands as a pivotal addition to an evolving healthcare campus.The existing campus already encompasses vital components such as an urgent care center, primary care facilities, and specialty clinics. The introduction of this dedicated pediatric and women's health facility aims to contribute significantly to the overall healthcare landscape of the community, aligning with the growing demand for specialized and compassionate medical services in the region.

Contribution: Project and concept development, patient room development, renders, shading structure development, elevations & sections, physical model.

Healthcare | Year 4 | Team of 2 | Professor: George J. Mann | Software: Revit, Sketchup, Illustrator, Photoshop, Podium.

ROOF

PERFORATED ALUMINUM CURB (TYP )

W/ DRAINAGE FABRIC

GREEN ROOF DE TAIL

GLAZED

W

STEEL

LEAK

LEAK

PROTECTION LAYER (TYP )

ROOT BARRIER (TYP )

WATERPROOF MEMBRANE (TYP )

GLAZED

CURTAIN WALL

CONTINUOUS CANT STRIP

VAPOR

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T YPIC AL ROOF DE TAIL

T YPIC AL ROOF DE TAIL

ROOFING INSULAT ON,

EROSIONCONTROL (WINDBLANKET)

3" TO 6" GROWTH MEDIUM (TYP.)

FILTER FABRIC (TYP.)

DRAINAGE LAYER: 2"

LIGHTWEIGHTGRANULARMIX (OPTIONAL: MATORPLATE SYSTEM)

FILTER FABRIC (OPTIONAL)

ALUMINUM CURB (TYP.)

GRAVEL (OPTIONAL)

VEGETATION-FREESTRIP GRAVEL,PAVERS(TYP.)

PERFORATED ALUMINUM CURB (TYP.)

W/ DRAINAGE FABRIC

ROOF DRAINWITHPARAPET WELL

EMERGENCYOVERFLOW

GREEN ROOF DE TAIL

LEAK PROTECTION SYSTEM

LEAK PROTECTION SYSTEM

PROTECTION LAYER(TYP.)

ROOT BARRIER(TYP.)

WATERPROOF MEMBRANE (TYP.)

ROOF DECK WITH VAPORBARRIER ANDROOFSTRUCTURE

PROFESSIONAL WORK

Built by Lennar, one of the nation’s leading homebuilders and ICON, and co-designed by BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, The Genesis Collection at Wolf Ranch features eight floor plans and 24 elevations of Inherently strong, resilient and energy-efficient thoughtfully designed homes. The Genesis Collection at Wolf Ranch is built using advanced materials, engineering and 3D robotics. With precise robotic construction, the wall systems are delivered with extreme accuracy and reduced waste, and serves as a testament to future additive construction.

Contribution:

• Specialized in overseeing construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and facilitating the successful completion of multiple models within the community.

• Leveraged expertise in proprietary software, materials, and robotics to optimize construction processes, streamline workflows, and enhance project efficiency.

• Studied construction documents and printpath using PROCORE

• Oversaw finish-out of home

• Contributed to the advancement of ICON's mission by demonstrating the feasibility and effectiveness of utilizing advanced construction technologies to address housing needs and foster sustainable community development.

PROFESSIONAL WORK

Hospitality visionary Liz Lambert has joined forces with ICON and BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group, world renowned Architecture firm, to reimagine and rebuild El Cosmico, currently a 21-acre unique campground hotel in Marfa, TX. The relocation and expansion of El Cosmico to more than 60 acres will showcase entirely new architectural approaches made possible by large-scale 3D-printing including domes, arches, vaults and parabolic forms. The innovative development will feature El Cosmico guest units in addition to new hospitality programming, including a pool, spa, and shared communal facilities. Breaking ground in 2024, El Cosmico will continue to celebrate the convergence of creative culture and the minimalistic natural environment of the Marfa landscape.

Contribution:

• Specialized in overseeing construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and facilitating the successful completion of El Cosmico test prints.

• Leveraged expertise in proprietary software, materials, and robotics to optimize testing.

• Collected critical print and material data to communicate to engineers, team architects and material scientists.

• Studied construction documents, assembly drawings, and 3D print path to ensure successful testing of domes, arches and vaults.

PROFESSIONAL WORK

The Vulcan construction system is a combination of hardware, materials, and software to construct homes and large-scale structures. Every part of the system has been designed, engineered, and built from the ground up at ICON to build the highest quality homes possible.

The Vulcan construction system is comprised of the Vulcan printer and the Magma portable mixing unit that prepares ICON’s proprietary building material, Lavacrete, for printing. All of this hardware is driven by our BuildOS software suite. BuildOS generates and prepares architecture for printing, then controls the robotic hardware on-site to turn digital plans into physical homes.

Contribution:

• Specialized in overseeing robotics operation activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and facilitating the certification of proprietary new generation robotic printers and novel technology.

• Assisted testing engineers, UX Designers and Engineering Support Services in in the development of robotic upgrades, for more efficient robotics operations.

• Leveraged expertise in proprietary software, materials, and robotics to optimize testing and operations.

• Collected critical data to communicate to engineers, and material scientists.

• Diagnosed, triaged, treated, and documented robotics issues and escalated to approrpiate teams to esnure efficient future operations.

Texas A&M University | School of Architecture | College Station, Texas

Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture Recipient - May 2020

Study Abroad Program: ARCH to Italy - Spring 2019

Programs: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Layout, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Archicad, Sefaira, Climate Consultant, Revit, Rhino, Procore, Microsoft Office Suite.

Languages: English, Spanish, Italian

Certifications: OSHA 10 Outreach Training Program - Construction U.S. Green Building Council LEED Green Associate - In Progress

ICON | 3D Print Technician | May 2023 - January 2024

• Conducted research, development, and testing of novel construction technologies, wall systems, and proprietary materials, emphasizing housing, Department of Defense projects, and collaborative initiatives with NASA for Off-Planet systems.

• Proficiently operated proprietary Vulcan and Magma robotics systems, demonstrating advanced skills in utilizing cutting-edge technology for project execution.

• Acted as Project Captain and led teams to successful project delivery while maintaining effective collaboration and critical relationships with engineers, architects, project managers, contractors, and senior leadership.

• Authored structural reports and material strength reports, providing detailed analysis and documentation to engineers for project evaluation and improvement.

SXSW - Austin, Texas

Science & Technology Sessions Ambassador

Beta Theta Pi Fraternity

2024 - 2024

2016 - Present Initiated Member & Volunteer

Aggie Vanguard - College Station, Texas

2018 - 2020 Member & Volunteer

National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP)

2018 - 2020 Student Member & Volunteer