Ken Avery Resume and Portfolio

Ken Avery LEED AP
Design Portfolio

kravery@gmail.com
503.575.8059

Ken Avery Work Experience
Design Portfolio
THA Architecture (Formerly Thomas Hacker Architects) Portland, OR – Jonah Cohen (503) 227-1254
Objective Architecture Design Technician (2007 - 2011)
Employment as a full-time intern architect. • Collaborated with clients, consultants and contractors to create effective designs, while maintaining
detailed information records.
Education • Utilized Revit, Sketchup, AutoCad and many graphics software to produce construction documents, investigate
building designs and develop master plans.
LEED Accredited - 2008 • Utilized graphics software to prepare presentations for marketing, job interviews, client meetings, and renders
of future projects.
University of Oregon Eugene, OR • Performed Construction Administration for THA’s Balfour Guthrie Building Locker Room and Recycling Area
M.A. Architecture - 2007 remodel.
• Actively participated as member of THA’s Sustainable Design Committee by providing research and consultation
Sonoma State University Rohnert Park, CA ensure projects were as sustainable and energy efficient.
B.A. Environmental Studies
Focus in Energy Management and Design - 2001 Rowell Brokaw Architects Eugene, OR – John Rowell, Greg Brokaw (541) 485-1003
Architecture Designer (Summers 2005 & 2006)
Awards • Collaborated with clients and consultants while keeping detailed information records.
Society of American Registered Architects • Utilized Vectorworks, Sketchup and other software to investigate building designs and produce construction

Student Design Achievement Award documents for several projects.
October 2005 Advanced Energy Systems Eugene, OR – David Parker (541) 683-2345
Solar Systems Designer / Installer (2004)
Selected Projects • Designed solar hot water and photovoltaic systems for both residential and commercial units.
Tioga Libary Building • Ordered necessary parts and installed solar systems.
University of Washington Tacoma Campus Construction Grass Valley, CA—Gary Campus (530) 273-4176
Job Captian 2009-2011
Carpenter (2002 & 2003)
Seattle Academy Facilities Master Plan • Constructed in all phases of residential building -layout, footings, wood framing, electrical, plumbing and interior
Job Captain 2008-2009 finish.
• Supervised building sites in new and renovation construction.
Westminster Presbyterian Church • Designed 3d computer models and drafted construction documents for customers.
Project Phase 1
Project Design Assistant 2008-2009 Gabel Dodd Energysoft Novato, CA— Demian VonderKulen (415) 883-5900
Energy Analyst (2000 & 2001)
Balfour Guthrie Locker Room and Recycle • Utilized Energy Pro software to create accurate building energy use models.
Area Renovation • Calculated energy usage of commercial and public buildings for a statewide utility program, Savings by Design.
Construction Administration 2008-2009 • Modeled residential to large commercial buildings for California’s Title 24 requirements.
Westminster Presbyterian Church • Coordinated between building owners, architects and engineers.
Facilities Master Plan • Synthesized data for advising on energy saving solutions.
Project Design Assistant 2007-2008 • Provided phone support for users of the Energy Pro Software (developed by Gabel Dodd Energysoft).

The Vistas Assisted Living Donaldson Construction Grass Valley, CA— Murray Donaldson (530) 273-4176
Project Design Assistant 2006 Carpenter (1999, 2001 & 2002)
• Constructed in all phases of residential building -layout, footings, wood framing, electrical, plumbing and interior
Anlauf Residence Addition finish.
Job Captain 2006 • Supervised building sites in new and renovation construction.
• Operated as liaison between contractor and customer.
Inland Housing • Designed 3d computer models and drafted construction documents for customers.
Project Design Assistant 2005

Professional Projects
Tioga Library Building, University of Washington Tacoma .........
1
Seattle Academy Facilities Master Plan ....................................
2
Westminster Church Master Plan / Project ...............................
3
THA Architecture - Design Visualization ..................................
4
The Vistas Assisted Living Facility ...........................................
5
Solar Projects ..........................................................................
6

University of Oregon Studio Projects

7
Global Arts High school .............................................................

North Park Blocks Branch Library .............................................
8
Urban Gardens - A Mixed Use Project .....................................
9
Eugene Youth Arts Center .......................................................
10
Crow Community Gardens Residential Development ..............
11
Furniture Studio Desk Project .................................................
12

THA Architecture
Projects 1

Tioga Library
Building
University of
Washington
Tacoma, WA

Project Description
As job captain for the University of Washington’s Tioga
Library Building Project, I was instrumental in complet-
ing a refined yet flexible design which allowed for future
growth of the University of Washington Tacoma campus.
Throughout the development of this project I participated
in dialogue between consultants, contractors and the
University of Washington. Although I was instrumental in
coordinating the design of the interior spaces, my primary
role was to lead the effort on detailing the exterior of the
building.
The design of building sought to be a modern and
light-filled, while responding to its historical context. For
instance, the envelope is finished with an assorted dark
red-brown terra cotta cladding and board formed con-
crete - incorporating the historic nature of the surround-
ing buildings. Another fundamental component of this
building was a skyway allowing access from the existing
library over the corridor to the new library building. The
Ken Avery building is to be constructed in 2011.
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture
Projects 1

Seattle
Academy
Master
Facilities
Plan
Seattle, WA

First Floor

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

Project Description
As the primary person developing and writing the Seattle
Academy Master Plan, I worked with a team of architects
to investigate the existing infrastructure at Seattle Acad-
emy of Arts and Sciences. Together we created an effec-
tive development plan for the future of this unique and
exciting urban school. One of our primary goals was to
create a master plan that allowed for the future develop-
THA Architecture
2
ment of the school. This included resolving issues related
Projects to limitations of available space as well as the diversity
of faculty and student needs. As part of the process,
many meetings were held with school staff to integrate
knowledge regarding the school’s values and ambitions.
The final master plan included several different phased
development plans with corresponding cost estimates.

Seattle In addition to writing the master plan, I was involved in
Academy all aspects of the project. I reviewed existing conditions,
Master developed base plans, and created a Revit model of the
Facilities main school block. I also played a key role in program and
Plan master planning development meetings with school staff
Seattle, WA and consultants.

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture
Projects 2

Seattle
Academy Upper School Campus Middle School Campus
Master
Facilities
Plan
Seattle, WA

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture
Projects 2

Seattle
Academy
Master
Facilities
Plan
Seattle, WA

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture
Projects 3

Westminster
Presbyterian
Proposed Garden Courtyard Garden Room Render by Richard Hoyen
Church
Master Plan
& Phase 1
Project Project Description
Portland, OR As the primary developer of the Westminster Presby-
terian Church Master Plan, I was both fascinated and
challenged by the multifaceted design questions of this
project. The church complex had been developed in many
different stages over the past 120 years, leaving fourteen
different floors and many way finding and organizational
challenges. One of the primary goals of this project
included facilitating universal access throughout the
building, along with providing adequate and accessible
restrooms.

As the primary person working on this master plan I was
involved in all aspects of the project. Through my partici-
pation in user group meetings and site investigations, I
was able to document the complexities of the existing
conditions. I established base plans and communicated
with consultants and other team members to develop
different design options. Because of the success of
the master plan, THA Architecture was chosen to move
forward with the phase one project of the master plan.

Proposed Community Entrance / Lobby Render by Richard Hoyen

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture
Projects 3

Westminster
Presbyterian
Church
Master Plan
& Phase 1
Project
Portland, OR

Project Goals
Universal Access / ADA Accessibility
Improved Security
Direct Connections & Clear Way-Finding
Upgrades to Existing Spaces
Infrastructure Improvements
Potential New Spaces / Other Needs
Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

Eugene City Hall | Eugene, OR
THA Architecture
Design Visualization 4

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture

Bayview Branch Library | San Francisco, CA

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture

PDX Lounge | Portland, OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

THA Architecture

Parkside Branch Library | San Francisco, CA

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

Rowell Brokaw
Architects 5
Projects

The Vistas
Assisted
Living
Community
Redding, CA
Project Description
On the Vistas Assisted Living Center project I was responsible for design
and documentation through the design development and construction
documents phases. As part of a team, I designed many of the common
spaces within the building. Through the use of Sketchup and Vectorworks
I helped to clarify the design intent of these common spaces. In addition, I
drafted exterior details for the building.

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

WATER KEY
POTABLE COLD WATER SUPPLY TEMPERATURE SENSOR

POTABLE HOT WATER SUPPLY TO HOUSE SOLAR LOOP AIR BLEEDING PLUG

POTABLE HOT WATER FROM SOLAR TANK TO WATER HEATER 22 GAUGE SENSOR WIRE
POTABLE HOT WATER FROM WATER HEATER TO MIXER VALVE
2- 4’X10’ SOLAR COLLECTORS
SOLAR LOOP SUPPLY

SOLAR LOOP RETURN

Advanced Energy
Systems 6
Projects

EXPANSION TANK

CHECK VALVE

TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

PRESSURE GAUGE BRASS UNION SOLAR BYPASS
Solar System FLOW METER
BALL VALVE

Design and PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
POTABLE WATER SOLAR
ISOLATION BALL VALLVE
Installation SOLAR CONTROL BOX HEAT TRAP MIN. 6”

5’ QUADROD HEAT EXCHANGER BRASS UNIONS

TANK
COLD WATER SUPPLY VALVE
SOLAR LOOP PUMP TEMPERATURE / PRESSURE
(GRUNDFOS 1542F)

WATER HEATER TANK
RELEASE VALVES MIXING VALVE
110V (CONDITION SPACES TO
PUMP ISOLATION VALVES

SOLAR STORAGE
OUTLET BEPLUMBED INTO DRAIN SWING CHECK VALVE
PANS. DRAIN PANS TO BE
SOLAR LOOP FILLER VALVE DRAINED TO EXTERIOR ) HEAT TRAP 8” MIN.
BALL VALVE TANKS IN UNCONDITIONED
SPACE TO BE WRAPPED TO Typical Solar
SOLAR LOOP DRAIN CREATE A MIN R10
BRASS UNION
INSULATION Water Heating
THERMOSIPHON ASSIST PUMP System With
(GRUNDFOS 1518 SU) WATER HEATER AND SOLAR External Heat
TANK FOOT INSULATION
TEMPERATURE SENSOR MIN R10
Exchanger - 120 GAL.
By: Ken Avery
TANK DRAIN
ADVANCED ENERGY SYSTEMS
2990 FOREST BLVD., EUGENE OR. 97405

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

University of Oregon Studio Projects

UofO
Architecture
Studio
7
Final Studio Project

Global Arts
Highschool
of New York
with Housing
Component

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
7
Final Studio Project

Global Arts 3 Main School Level
Highschool
of New York
with Housing
Component

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
8
Winter 2005

North Park
Blocks
Branch
Library
Portland , OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

1. entry
2. teen area
3. restrooms
4. offices 4
UofO
8
5. library service
Architecture 6. gathering/lounge
7. childrens reading
Studio 8. reading area
Winter 2005 9. book stacks
10. computers
11 . meeting room
12. elevator
13. fire stair
14. mechanical room
15. plenum shafts
North Park
Blocks
Branch
3
Library
Portland , OR

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In looking at the library of today one must ask how
it is working to address contemporary notions of
disseminating the written word. What has the library
been, what is it, and what may it become. In the de-
sign of this library I look at the enigmatic nature of
the written word. The library of the past contained
the written word but is containment the purpose to
which the library is today? Is there more to a library
when all of the text of that building could probably
fit on a laptop computer? In the form of this library
I seek to involve an interpretative space because
the reading of literature is an interpretative act.
Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
9
Winter 2006

Urban
Gardens
A Mixed Use
Project
Eugene, OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
9
Winter 2006

Urban
Gardens
A Mixed Use
Project
Eugene, OR

+ 60’-0”

+ 50’-0”

+ 30’-0”

+ 20’-0”

+ 0’-0”

-10’-0”

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
10
Fall 2004

Eugene Youth
Arts Center
Eugene, OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
10 public

Fall 2004
art gallery

creative space
Eugene Youth
Arts Center
Eugene, OR

urban

buildings

nature
residential

Ken Avery
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UofO
Architecture
Studio
11
Spring 2005

Crow
Community
Gardens
Residential
Development
Crow, OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio Society of American Registered Architects Student Design Achievement Award - 2005

UofO
Architecture
Studio
11
Spring 2005

Crow
Community
Gardens
Residential
Development
Crow, OR

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

UofO
Architecture
Studio
12
Fall 2006

Furniture
Studio
Desk Project

Ken Avery
Design Portfolio

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