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BOKA Powell was initially commissioned to conduct an in-depth business analysis and prepare the building program for new apartment housing at the University of Texas at El Paso, and was subsequently selected to deliver the project as a part of a Design-Build team. The building program was intended to give the selected design team a “workbook” that would provide guidelines for creating new architecture that conforms to the greater campus fabric.

The ancient design concepts of Bhutanese architecture that provided the inspiration for the University of Texas at El Paso campus inspired the BOKA Powell design team in creating a housing precinct that fosters a sense of community, security and identity. The “fortress” housing blocks are sited in a way that minimizes disturbance to the terrain, while creating a series of focused courtyards and quiet space for the inhabitants. Adherence to modern accessibility standards was juxtaposed with the need to reflect the fortress nature of the historic model. Ramping and stairways are carefully integrated as recessive features of the building massing.

Kelly ~ Perfect Girl by MoonlightJourney

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The Kitchen OCL by JMU Student Affairs Communications and Marketing

Gayle ~ The Castle by MoonlightJourney

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Nancy ~ Banner 1 by MoonlightJourney

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Kelly ~ Nevermore Poe by MoonlightJourney

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UX Clinic - ExperienceView by Encora Mexico

DixonBaxi Glasses by DixonBaxi

If we're feeling shy we use these as our official portrait.

Nancy ~ Postcards by MoonlightJourney

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Terri ~ Tassel 2 by MoonlightJourney

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Graphic Design Portfolio by JMU Student Affairs Communications and Marketing

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"Baby's First Year"

by Shaela Odd

Wood blocks: Sierra Pacific Crafts

Patterned paper: Heidi Grace "Baby"

Alphabet stickers: Heidi Grace Cardstock Alphas "Baby"

Chipboard pieces: Heidi Grace Punchboard Box Set Add-Ons "Baby"

Rub-ons: Heidi Grace Borders Rub-ons "Baby"

Paper flower: Prima

Paint: Delta Creamcoat Acrylic Paint

Ribbon: misc. by-the-yard

Mini Alpha Stamps: Studio G

** On each child's block, I placed information about their first year on each side. On two different sides I put a picture of them on the day they were born and at 1 year old. Then on three separate sides I placed information on their growth, their "firsts" (first smile, first step, etc.) and information about their birth (date, time, weight, etc.) On the last side I placed their name. Since I only have 2 children, the 3rd block is purely decorative.

Kym ~ Aunt Cackle by MoonlightJourney