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Tom Gillam

Tom Gillam

Peoria, IL, US

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Master Thesis

This portfolio entry outlines the primary imagery of my Master of Architecture thesis.  My thesis examines the idea of 'community.'  The focus of my study is Pullman, Chicago, a historic model community.  After months of research and analysis, I have proposed a progress prioritized, multi-phased master plan that will set the Pullman community on a course for invigoration. My vision was to mesh existing architecture with a new form, representing a step forward for a community with a checkered past. Instead of focusing on a single building design, I took more of a big picture, urban design approach. 

 
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Status: School Project
Location: Pullman, Chicago, IL