THE COMPLETE
PORTFOLIO
Hi! My name is Janna De Vera, a fifth-year undergraduate student majoring in architecture at the University of Southern California. My journey into the realm of architecture began with building legos as a child, and has evolved into the creation of sophisticated models throughout my collegiate experience.
Committed to a pursuit of excellence in education and hands-on learning, I am driven to cultivate a profound understanding of design, technology, and human behavior. My academic journey has not only equipped me with a strong foundation but has instilled in me a resolute commitment to continuous improvement. As I embark on the transition to the professional realm, I am eager to apply my existing skills while actively seeking opportunities to acquire new competencies that will contribute to the dynamic field of architecture.
I am enthusiastic about the prospect of leveraging my knowledge and skills to make meaningful contributes in the workforce as well as the built environment. Welcome to my portfolio, cataloguing all my work from the past four years, I hope you enjoy.
Email: jannadevera23@gmail.com
Phone: 213 434 2826
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02 USC AALU PROGRAM:
GLOBAL STUDIES DOCUMENTATION
FALL 2023
GARY PAIGE STUDIO
ASIAN COUNTRIES & CITIES FEATURED:
JAPAN
Kyoto
Tokyo
Naoshima
Osaka
Takayama
Kanazawa
Teshima
Inujima
Nara
VIETNAM
Hanoi
Hue
Ho Chi Minh City
COMBODIA
Siem Reap
Phnom Penh
HONG KONG
In one of the courses I took as part of the USC Asian Architecture Landscape & Urbanism (AALU) Program, I used analytical drawing and photography as essential tools for documenting the buildings and spaces I encountered during my travels.
Rather than simply taking "I was there" photos or sketches, I instead, was challenged to shift my focus from typical imagery to more focused viewpoints, enabling a unique exploration of buildings, architectural elements, gardens, and urban landscapes. Over the past two decades, architecture has experienced a significant shift, influencing my approach to issues of representation and experience. While computational tools offer innovation, the direct engagement with tactile space gains newfound importance in a culture often dominated by virtual environments. Thus, my eye and hand served as essential instruments for observing, contemplating, and imagining form and space.
These drawings not only record my observations but also delve into the deeper structure, spatial organization, and ordering principles of the architectural works studied. Additionally, I analyzed anonymous buildings within their context, both inside and out, whenever possible. Just as field sketching and analytical drawing are crucial, the camera was also a valuable tool for slowing down my perceptions and examining the architectural and urban landscape from various perspectives. Moreover, I was able to engage in thematically-based documentary photography of the buildings and sites visited in each city, complemented by analytical drawings such as diagrams, plans, sections, and sketches.