Exhibits
Desert Tortoise Enclosure
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The goal of this project was to alter the existing setup to allow the tortoise to engage in her natural burrowing behavior. We wanted guests to be able to observe our tortoise while also allowing her some privacy; which is why I chose to create a cross section on the side of the exhibit while still maintaining the natural look of the burrow at the front of the exhibit. During the building process, we realized her basking spot was not getting hot enough. This prompted us to raise the floor level with a gradual concrete slop rather than adding substrate which would eventually shift and once again keep her too far from the optimal basking spot.
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Oceans Plastics Exhibit
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This exhibit is part of a larger exhibit at the Randall Museum called "Food For Thought". It focuses on the plastic waste that all too often finds its way into our world's oceans. The exhibit itself is called "Promises to the Oceans" and is comprised of about 95% recycled materials such as cardboard boxes, plastic bags and bottles.
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Upcycled rat Enclosure
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This exhibit was built for for a pair of "ambassador rats" for Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo. The goal was to create a unique, yet comfortable take on a rat cage. The exhibit has two small fans with filtration medium built into the side of the cabinet to allow for air flow and ventilation as rats are extremely susceptible to upper respiratory infections. The bottom drawer as well as each level is lined with acrylic sheets to protect the wooden frame. Each level, including the bottom drawer or the "burrow", are accessible through a small hole hidden by the tree trunk or tree roots.
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King Snake Enclosure
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This Exhibit was built for one of Santa Clara County's visitor centers. It was designed to mimic the snakes natural surroundings in hopes of offering ample enrichment for the snake as well as a talking point for park interpreters looking to share a glimpse into the life of a California King Snake.
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Gopher Snake Enclosure
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This exhibit was another exhibit I made for Santa Clara County Parks. I choose to retrofit an old acrylic tank into a paladurium after talking with county interpreters that wanted to highlight the "Coyote Creek Trail".
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