2. TC Table of Contents
“If the road is easy, you’re likely going
the wrong way.”
- Terry Goodkind
BI
PW
RG
PD
RD
SI
Planting Design
Rachel Carson Garden
Independent Study
Rain Garden
Stormwater Management Design
Site Grading Construction Series
Residential Design
Thomas Boulevard
Site Design Series
Sustainable Intergration
Oakhill Phase II Development
Master Land Development Series
Professional Work
Career projects
Work Examples
Biographical Information
Education
Work Experience
3. The feasibility study dictated that due to popula-
tion growth and income of possible tenants that
housing would be the most viable choice.
The feasibility study dictated that housing is
more economical than office space and retail
due to the risk of vacancy rates.Description: To create the second phase of
development for Oak Hill, an apartment
complex located in Pittsburgh’s Oakland
district near two prominent Universities.
Stage one of the project was to create a
market analysis for the most feasible type
of zoning.
The feasibility study dictated that residential
housing is the most viable choice based on loca-
tion and the likely hood of filling the property
with tenants.
Residential, retail, office or mixed use were
all options. Residential was determined to
be the most feasible. The second step was to
create the design and construction draw-
ings. The final step was completing a com-
prehensive estimate for the construction
within the area of work.
Sustainable IntegrationSI
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4. (3) AMERICAN ELDER
(1) BALD CYPRESS
(6) CHOKEBERRY
FACW (See
planting list)
(7) GRO-LOW SUMAC
MODULAR TANK
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ROCK BRIDGE
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PAVERS
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PLAN VIEW: WETLAND
NO SCALE
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NATIVE PLANTS PER
PLANTING LIST
6"-12" TYP
PONDING DEPTH
AREA DRAIN
NON-PERFORATED
OVERFLOW PIPE
DRAIN ROCK, OPTIONAL9'
CONRETE CURB
SOIL TYP A1
SOIL TYP B
18"
OVERFLOW DRAIN
NO SCALE
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The focus of the design is a brick patio and rain garden for
storm water management. This key design element provides
the public a visible teaching mechanism to explain the science
behind storm water and the benefits of finding a sustainable
solutions for the integration of sustainable features.
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5. RD Residential Design
The lot for this design is located on Thomas Boulevard in
Point Breeze district of Pittsburgh. The site’s design mimics
the refuge that is Thomas Boulevard. The street has a tree
lined median and bordering allee with pedestrian circula-
tion. The design achieves this concept by focusing on pri-
vacy nodes near the center of the site, similar to the street’s
median. The center privacy nodes are the main element of
the design. A thick wall of shrubs and trees line the front
entrance that sits back several feet into the yard. The setback
was created to pull the public street into the designed space.
The windows on the sides of the homes are covered by a va-
riety of shrub formations to deflect views from the adjacent
apartment, buildings, and to deter trespassing.
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6. Contours
Structures
Turf
Vegetation
The focal point is located at the center of the lots similar to
the vegetated median on Thomas Boulevard. The center
spaces’of both residences are connected, but not shared,
and are the most private areas on the site. The enclosure
of the residence to the east is a 6’wall that is designed for
tenants who desire optimal privacy . The enclosure of the
residence to the west consists of a dense row of flower-
ing trees and a lower level of plantings that provide slight
views out to the street.
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7. Planting DesignPD
The Rachel Carson Garden was designed to provide
users with a collection of themed beds to awaken the
sense of wonder and is located on Chatham Univer-
sity’s campus. Rachel Carson is one of Chatham’s most
prestigious alumna and early proponent for sustain-
ability. The theme of this garden is edible plants,
known as the edible garden. The goal of this planting
design is attract insects, birds and other wildlife by
providing a habitat with food and shelter. Many of the
plants are native to the Pittsburgh region to reinforce
Rachel Carson’s passion for local ecology.
The planting bed’s aesthetic design focuses on framing
views and creating interest by using a variety of plant
sizes. Access is provided to view the vegetation with a
recycled flagstone path. Most of the plants provide fruit
and nuts but several other plant species were used for
balance within the design. The Blue Wood Aster (Aster
cordifolius ) and the Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea pur-
purea) are used in strategic locations because of their
scent and aesthetic appeal as flowers. An evergreen
plant, Wild Ginger (Asarum canadensis) is used near the
entrance as groundcover for fall and winter months.
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8. Plant Schedule
Type Qty Sym Botanical Name Common Name Size Cont.
Trees
1 Cp Crateagus phaneopyrum Washington Hawthorn 3”Cal B&B
Shrubs
4 Ro Rubus odoratus Purple Flower Raspberry 1.5’Ht #2 Pot
15 Va Vaccinium angustifolium Lowbush Blueberry 10”Ht #2 Pot
11 Gp Gaultheria procumbens American Wintergreen 1’Ht #2 Pot
2 Io Ilex opaca‘Maryland Dwarf’ Maryland Dwarf Holly 2’Ht #2 Pot
3 Vi Viburnum acerifolium Maple-leaved Viburnum 1’Ht #1 Pot
2 Vt Viburnum trilobum Highbush Cranberry 3’Ht #3 Pot
1 Sc Sambucus canadensis Common Elderberry 2’Ht #3 Pot
1 Am Amelanchier canadensis Serviceberry 3’Ht BR
2 Iv Ilex verticillata Common Winterberry 3’Ht BR
1 Pa Prunus americana American Plum 2”Cal B&B
1 Ca Corylus americana Hazelnut 2”Cal B&B
1 Ra Rhus aromatica Grow-Lo Fragrant Sumac #2 Pot
Perrenials
33 Fv Fragaria virginiana Wild Strawberry N/A Pint
13 Hg Heliopsis giganteus Tall Sunflower N/A Quart
16 Ac Asarum canadensis Wild Ginger N/A Pint
6 Ep Echinacea purpurea Purple Cone Flower N/A Quart
8 Ac Aster cordifolius Blue Wood Aster N/A Quart
Vines
5 Pq Parthenocissus quinquefolia Virginia Creeper N/A Plug
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9. Rain GardenRG
The redesign of this site incorporates an organic shaped rain gar-
den to aid in stormwater runoff. The stone gutters protrude into
the parking lot to allow runoff to infiltrate into the garden. The
garden provides a natural setting within a context of hardscape
for users to relax and reconnect with the natural environment. The
rain garden acts as an education tool to explain how stormwater is
managed.
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11. Shadow Study
March 20th 8:00 AM
December 25th 5:00 PM
July 25th 10:00 AM
September 22th 4:00 PM
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12. Plan View
Professional WorkPW
company: Blue Fox Landscape and Design
project: Residential patio and outdoor kitchen
location: Wexford, Pa
program: UVision
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Existing Conditions
The client requested options
for his patio. Our team de-
signed an organic and linear
themed patio (shown). A din-
ing area was requested and
pavers were used to create the
separation of space.
Other required elements
included a kitchenette island
with a sink, grill, and space for
a miniature refrigerator under
the bar styled granite coun-
ter. A mulch bed was added
between the path from the
driveway to the patio to create
slight separation and interest
when arriving.
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company: Cadnetics
project: Residential house survey
location: Pittsburgh, Pa
program: AutoCAD 2015
company: Cadnetics
project: 3 story commercial building survey
location: Aliquippa, Pa
program: AutoCAD 2015
1st Story
2nd Story
Lower Level
Floor Plan - 1st Floor
North Side View Rear View
14. Biographical InformationBI
Joseph A. Galuska
4500 Cherryland Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
412.965.9989
josephgaluska@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Master of Landscape
Design Development (3.82)
Chatham University, 2010 - 2012
Germany Study Abroad (4.00)
Rutgers University, 2011
Bachelor of Arts Psychology
Minor Industrial Technology (3.69)
California University of PA, 2004 - 2007
AWARDS:
Western PA Herb Society
Scholarship Recipient, 2010 2011
California University
Presidential Honors Scholar
California University
Psychology Outstanding Senior
CERTIFICATIONS:
OSHA 10 Hour Construction
OSHA Outreach
Special Government Employee
OSHA Training
ORGANIZATIONS:
The American Society of
Landscape Architects
Member
California Men’s Rugby Club
President/Member
Highlander Rugby Club
Secretary/Member
WORK
LANDSCAPE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION PRESERVATION
Landscaping Design Owner - Self Employed, 03.15 - Present
• Design, estimate, and implement residential landscape projects.
EBD/BIM/Asset Manager - Cadnetics, 08.15 - 03.16
• Created existing condition CAD drawings of facilities, buildings, and
residences. Team lead for the asset management department.
Operator Assistant - Energy Firm, 11.14 - 2.15
• Maintained a high focus on safely performing job duties in teams and
individually to complete daily tasks.
Intern Designer installer - Blue Fox Landscape Design, 04.12 - 11.12
• Assisted in all aspects of the design process by creating plans, 3-D
models and estimating/bidding jobs. Implemented designs in the field
and supervised crews.
Research Assistant - Chatham LA Department, 03.12 - 06.12
• Preformed research for the Program Director of the Landscape
Architecture Department for publication.
Arboretum Assistant - Chatham University, 05.10 - 09.10
• Maintained the campus grounds by mowing, trimming and pruning.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Sales Consultant - Lancaster Safety Consulting Inc. 02.13 - 11.14
• Met prospective clients in-person and over online software to explain
the benefits of investing in safety.
Account Manager /Recruiter - Maxim Healthcare Services 04.08 - 06.09
• Magaged 50+ healthcare staff and 25-50 accounts.
TECHNICAL KNOWLWDGE OF:
AutoCAD | Adobe Suite | Microsoft Office | ArcGIS| SketchUp
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