GEOLOGIES OF MAKING: A study of Flaking Sandstone through paper, wood, analog, and digital mediums.

1: The project began with paper modeling and sketches aimed to distill the essence of the assigned geology into an organized, geometric program.

2: This exploration was deepened by creating wooden models of varying sizes (using only a band saw and glue.) These physical models were supplemented with analog and digital (Rhino) modeling. This step introduced true 3D rendering and aimed to develop proto-programmatic, spatial concepts. See A2 pinup below, featuring a selection of pieces from parts 1 and 2.

3: Utilizing all progress work, the project culminated in the design of a pavilion representing our geologies and their natural surroundings. It is the first architectural structure we have designed, building on abstract foundations to turn our geologies into lived spaces.

Black and white photograph of layered flaking sandstone in a desert landscape, with distant mountains and cloudy sky in the background.
Black-and-white collage of architectural models, sketches, and abstract paper sculptures. Titles and credits are visible at the bottom, referring to a design class project at Cornell University.
A collage of architectural drawings and photographs showcasing a wooden sculpture. The sculpture is made of multiple flat, rectangular wooden pieces stacked and aligned to form an abstract, curvy human figure. The collage includes technical drawings,
A collage of images showing a layered wooden architectural model with various curved and geometric shapes, including a final 3D model of the design on a cardboard base.
Collage of cardboard architectural model with layered curves and shapes, showing a detailed close-up, side view, and a full view of the final model.
A collage of abstract architectural sketches with various black, white, and gray forms, labeled "HYBRID DRAWING" with course and student information at the bottom.
Architectural site plan showing a building footprint in the center with surrounding grid and topographic lines, labeled as part of a final project for a Cornell University architecture course.
Architectural site plan drawing with a person standing on a curved path, featuring multiple levels and structures. Text indicates it is a final site section for a Cornell University design class, Fall 2024.
Black and white architectural floor plan labeled "Final Lower Level Plan" for a design project by Cornell University architecture students, Fall 2024
Architectural floor plan drawing of a building's ground level, labeled as 'Final Ground Floor Plan', with title indicating it is a design project for Cornell University, Fall 2024.
Architectural section drawing of a modern multi-story building with curved walls, multiple levels, staircases, and interior spaces, including a person standing on the upper level and another seated on the lower level.
Architectural line drawing of a modern building's elevation showing curved and angular walls, terraces, and small human figures, labeled 'Final Elevation' and includes course and instructor details.
Architectural line drawing of a modern building cross-section with curved and angular walls, stairs, and multiple floors, labeled 'Final Side Section,' for a design course at Cornell University.
Collage of architectural process drawings, models, and prototypes, including sketches, wooden block models, and layered cardboard structures, used for design development in architecture class.
A series of wooden models simulating sedimentary rock layers, placed on a white surface against a gray background, with a photograph of red sandstone formations in the left corner and a descriptive text block below.
Six abstract architectural sketches arranged in a grid, including contour lines, geometric shapes, and topographic patterns, with text indicating they are part of a Cornell University architecture class project.
Six images of abstract paper sculpture designs, arranged in two rows. The top row shows close-ups of folded and textured paper surfaces, while the bottom row displays various three-dimensional paper structures and models. Text at the bottom indicates
Six black and white images showcasing abstract architectural models and drawings, with a title "01C Field to Form" and text referencing a Cornell University architecture class from Fall 2024, created by Katie Dubel and Michael Jefferson.
Six photographs of layered wooden architectural models with various organic and geometric forms.
Collage of six close-up photographs of wooden architectural models with markings, showing various angles and details of carved wood surfaces and forms.
Architectural blueprint of a tall, modern building with curved and twisted design elements, showing plan, elevation, and section views, labeled as part of Cornell University architecture class, Fall 2024.
Page with three photographs of wooden Jenga blocks and a line drawing of a Jenga tower. The text indicates it's part of a design project for an architecture class at Cornell University.
Various wooden building blocks and pieces laid out on a white surface.
A collection of hand-drawn architectural floor plans and sketches for different levels and layouts of a building, each on separate pieces of paper arranged in a grid.
Multiple layers of cut and assembled cardboard and wooden pieces creating an abstract sculpture or architectural model.
A white paper chair sculpture with a geometric design, placed on a plain white surface against a light gray background.
Black abstract line drawing with contour lines and geometric shapes.
Abstract wooden sculpture with layered, curved design resembling a stylized animal or organic form.
A tall, abstract sculpture made of crumpled white paper stacked in layers
A tall Jenga tower made of wooden blocks on a white background.
Preliminary architectural sketches and a 3D drawing of a building design, showing floor plans and structural layout.
Close-up of wooden clothespins arranged in a row.
A rolled-up sheet of white paper with spikes and geometric shapes cut into it, resembling an abstract sculpture.
Stack of wooden Jenga blocks arranged unevenly.
Close-up of a wooden object with incised lines and markings.
A pile of crumpled and folded white paper on a flat surface.
Close-up of a wooden block with carved measurements and lines, showing its grain and texture.
Abstract white geometric structure with grid-like and curved elements, shadow on plain background.
A wooden sculpture with an abstract, flowing design and carved measuring scale.
Abstract white paper sculpture with sharp, angular shapes on a gray background.
Stack of wooden slats with a wavy, textured design
Abstract geometric drawing featuring various polygons, triangles, and shaded areas with bold black lines and shaded patterns.
Close-up of wooden blocks with engraved lines arranged to form the letter 'R'.
Close-up of a white textured surface with geometric patterns and lines.
Three wooden objects resembling stylized animals or abstract sculptures, made from layered, laser-cut wood pieces, arranged on a plain background.
A digital line drawing of a skyscraper or tall building with multiple floors and architectural details from a low-angle view.
Close-up view of stacked wooden pieces forming an abstract sculpture or structure.
Abstract black and white topographical contour lines with varying thickness and spacing.
A stack of wooden slats arranged vertically with a wavy pattern, set against a plain background.
Stacked sheets of paper in black and white, viewed from the side.
Close-up of a layered wooden sculpture with curved and angled sections.
Close-up of crumpled white paper sheets arranged in a chaotic pile on a grey surface.
Abstract wooden sculpture with wavy, layered design on a plain surface
Close-up of a white textured surface with wavy, layered patterns.
Stack of irregularly shaped wooden pieces with visible grain and cracks, laid on a plain white surface.
Topographic map with contour lines showing terrain elevation and landforms.
Stack of compressed wooden sticks with irregular edges, placed on a plain surface against a neutral background.
Close-up of a slightly crumpled stack of white papers with printed text, resting on a white surface.
Red and orange layered rock formations in a desert landscape under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Line drawing with diagonal lines and geometric shapes.
Stacks of corrugated cardboard sheets in a woodworking or packaging setting.
Abstract image with geometric black lines overlaying a detailed topographic map or wood grain pattern.
Close-up of corrugated cardboard sheets stacked together.
Abstract black and white line art with swirling patterns and textures.
Close-up of stacked corrugated cardboard and cut newspaper or paper stock.
Close-up of cardboard tubes arranged in a honeycomb pattern.
Close-up of layered wooden and cardboard architectural models or structures.
A close-up of a manual typewriter with the keys and paper visible.
Close-up of a wooden object with evenly spaced horizontal slats or grooves, resembling carved or layered wood.
Close-up of carved wooden sculpture with intricate layered designs
Close-up of the textured surface and curves of two modern ceramic vases with a striped pattern.
Close-up of an inside view of a piano, showing the curved wooden structure and strings.
Close-up of stacked cardboard boxes with wavy corrugated edges.
Close-up of several cut and sanded wooden blocks with visible grain patterns.
Abstract digital artwork featuring distorted black and white geometric shapes and lines.
A layered cardboard sculpture resembling a building structure with various architectural elements on top.
Hand-drawn architectural design sketches of a vessel, showing front and side views with detailed step-like interior structure and curved outer shape.
Several wooden blocks arranged in French6745679153-style puzzle formation on a white background.
Two topographic maps showing contour lines representing elevation changes, with the left map having a central depression or basin and the right map showing an elongated ridge or hill.
A cardboard and wooden block replica of a building or structure.
Close-up of a wooden object with multiple carved steps or grooves.
Stack of cardboard amazon shipping boxes with a black star logo on top
Stack of corrugated cardboard sheets arranged in a tower.
Architectural drawings and diagrams of a twisting, layered building or sculpture design by Katie Dubel, including 3D models, elevations, sections, plans, and conceptual images.
Stack of corrugated cardboard sheets and shredded paper
Close-up of a bundle of cardboard tubes or paper rolls
Stacked wooden pieces and cardboard material.
Close-up of stacked cardboard sheets with corrugated layers.
Close-up of an open book with a person's arm and beige sweater in the background.
Stacked cardboard sheets and wooden boards in a storage area.
Close-up of a wooden object with slotted sections and curved design, possibly a musical instrument or decorative piece.
A detailed model or sculpture made from layered wood, consisting of abstract, fluid shapes with striped patterns, set against a plain background.
Close-up of wooden architectural models with curved and layered designs
Close-up of wooden furniture with smooth, curved surfaces and horizontal lines.
Close-up of the inner mechanism of a vinyl record player or turntable.
Stacks of cardboard sheets in a woodworking or packaging setting.
Close-up of several pieces of unfinished natural wood with grooved and smooth surfaces.
Layered cardboard model with cutouts and wooden pieces at the top.
Abstract digitally manipulated image resembling a distorted staircase or building with black, white, and gray elements.
Collection of handwritten architectural floor plans and sketches on paper, depicting different building layouts and levels, including basement, ground, and upper floors with annotations.
Hand-drawn technical sketches of a curved shape with front, side, and section views, including detailed measurements and annotations.
Several wooden blocks arranged in a forming structure against a plain background.
Hand-drawn architectural sketches and plans, including floor plans and 3D views, for a building project.
Contour maps of land elevation with concentric lines, showing topographical features on a white background.
Close-up of a cardboard furniture piece with wooden blocks arranged on top and inside a rectangular cut-out section.
Close-up of a wooden object with a series of hollowed-out steps or holes
Stacked cardboard pieces with a printed star and text, resembling a structure or packaging material.
Various wooden and cardboard puzzle pieces and blocks laid out on a white surface.
Stack of cardboard pieces arranged in a layered pattern on a white background.