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MICHELLE CABRERA OTERO

Vol. 04 / RESEARCH

Abstract architectural photograph. A single Terracotta column casting a long, sharp Charcoal shadow onto a Soft Sand colored wall. Minimalist and authorial.

Abstract architectural photograph. A single Terracotta column casting a long, sharp Charcoal shadow onto a Soft Sand colored wall. Minimalist and authorial.

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Close up shot of raw architectural materials: a block of Terracotta textured stone next to a smooth Charcoal concrete slab. Soft side lighting on a Soft Sand background.

Close up shot of raw architectural materials: a block of Terracotta textured stone next to a smooth Charcoal concrete slab. Soft side lighting on a Soft Sand background.

Minimalist architectural diagram showing light rays entering a void. Charcoal lines against a Soft Sand background with a subtle Terracotta highlight on the focal point.

Minimalist architectural diagram showing light rays entering a void. Charcoal lines against a Soft Sand background with a subtle Terracotta highlight on the focal point.

Architectural model detail. A study of shadows cast on a white curved surface using light and shadow. Minimalist, clean, high-end photography in Charcoal and Soft Sand tones.

Architectural model detail. A study of shadows cast on a white curved surface using light and shadow. Minimalist, clean, high-end photography in Charcoal and Soft Sand tones.

A strategic exploration of territory and the layers of collective memory.

INQUIRY

Architecture begins with questioning. Research is the strategic exploration of territory and the layers of collective memory.

Conceptual architectural section drawing. Fine Charcoal lines on a Soft Sand colored parchment background, showing the relationship between underground memory and surface light.

Conceptual architectural section drawing. Fine Charcoal lines on a Soft Sand colored parchment background, showing the relationship between underground memory and surface light.

Atmospheric architectural site analysis map. Abstracted urban grid in Charcoal ink over a Soft Sand paper texture, focused on historical footprints.

Atmospheric architectural site analysis map. Abstracted urban grid in Charcoal ink over a Soft Sand paper texture, focused on historical footprints.

Architecture is the silent dialogue between light, matter, and the human experience.