CTH TA-HSIN CHANG PORTFOLIO 2015-22
TA-HSIN, CHANG 24/12/1994 Taichung City 407, Taiwan (R.O.C.) +886-975-229-501 (TW) +44 7706377513 (UK) zczltc4@ucl.ac.uk --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EDUCATION MArch Architectural Design Bartlett School of Architecture University College London
Sep. 2020 - Oct. 2021
Affiliate UCL Pre-Master’s Cert in Architecture University College London
Jan. 2020 - Jun. 2020
BA of Architecture Chaoyang University of Technology
Sep. 2013 - Jun. 2017
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Why me? I learned the most cutting-edge technology and architecture concepts in the MArch course in Bartlett. After pre-master solid research training and wellcultivated critical thinking, I also received a practical education in the field of construction at the University of Science and Technology, as well as BIM engineer and site management experience. I will thoroughly enjoy working on projects related to ‘real world’ places and challenges, since I am passionate about the process of implementation, especially the process of repeatedly modifying and advancing when exploring unknown areas is what I am most fascinated by. Combined with my education, internships, and hands-on academic event organization experience, I earnestly aspire to make my own contribution to the company as well.
HOULI Construction Co. Ltd. BIM Engineer/ Site Supervisor, full time,
Jul. 2018- Dec. 2019
H2O design associates Design Assistant, intern,
Jun. 2016 - Aug. 2016
L.Y.S. Architects & Associates Design Assistant, intern,
Jun. 2015 - Aug. 2015
SKILLS Microsoft Office Illustrator Photoshop InDesign AutoCAD
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Revit Sketch Up Lumion V-Ray Rhino
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Maya Unity
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LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Head of Academic Activity Section Graduation Exhibition Association, Department of Architecture
Sep. 2016 – May. 2017
Basketball Team Captain of Department of Architecture
Sep. 2015 – Jun. 2016
Staff of Academic Activity Section Student Association, Department of Architecture
Sep. 2015 – Jun. 2016
B.E.A.S.T Behavioral Extended Adaptive Scissor Transformer Academic semester project, MArch Collaboration with Yuehong, Lin and Xiangyun Sep 2020 - Sep 2021
The project "B.E.A.S.T.” investigates autonomous spatial embodiment through robotically controlled scissor structures. Beast body plans are composed of linkages of various components with passive and active joints enabling them to maximize degrees of adaptation while minimizing actuation. Beast is self-aware through a lidar sensory system and through motor sensor feedback, evolving its self-adapting behavior in relation to its changing human and non-human environment. The research involves parallel development and integration of robotic prototypes with sensor actuation control systems, and a Unity based simulator using reinforcement learning to learn adaptive policies.
Starting from 'Basic X', various 'components' are obtained through the transformation and connection of rods and joints and are planned into many cubes and then stacked and connected according to certain rules to form the next level of 'component cluster' with different functions, which are connected to each other to form B.E.A.S.T.
The point-to-point connection of a component bar is transformed into a face-to-face connection of a bounding box and brought into the bar form to produce a reasonable bounding box connection.
This method makes it easier and more convenient to connect components, resulting in a higher-level component cluster.
To summarize the results of the overall digital environment, the research team developed a generative assembly interface. In this interface, users can assemble different Beast by selecting different types of Components from the Component library. The interface also displays the location and status of active joints.
The beast-generation process is much faster and more reasonable. They have a high degree of geometric, mechanical and dynamic fit. We wanted to provide accurate and efficient design recommendations to Beast users through this fast generation method. This flexible design approach will better emphasize the temporary and nomadic nature of the Beast.
We use virtual engine to train the behavior of the robot. The researchers will need to set the agent's physical properties, movement potential, environmental constraints, and reward and punishment mechanisms in the virtual environment to provide an environment full of specific constraints for robot learning. Then the reinforcement learning algorithm is used to repeat this process so that the agent gradually learns to deal with various environmental conditions.
With the previous research foundation, we began to develop physical models. After the establishment of the joint database, different forms began to appear. Based on the basis obtained by computer simulation, the first generation of B.E.A.S.T. began to be produced.
B.E.A.S.T_01 Training process.
B.E.A.S.T_01, try different scales to test the limit of the motor.
Lidar system Make the robot autonomously establish environmental awareness. Scan the surrounding environment and react when an object approaches.
The B.E.A.S.T with the Lidar system can create a 2D floor plan to detect moving objects around timely. at the same time, BEAST can create a 3D environment point cloud to distinguish what the approaching object is. When B.E.A.S.T detects that an approaching object is a person, it will twist its body to try to interact with the person within a distance of five meters.
THE TROLLEY SCHOOL The educational field for children to build a connection with nature in urban area Academic semester project, Pre-master Jan - Jun 2020
The value of this project is to establish a connection between lichen, the environment, fresh air, and humans. Be a space to provide fresh air and education meaning to society through a lichen-based ecosystem. Base on the research of lichen, I was able to extend its characteristics through an educational perspective by using landscape design and materials that lichen can grow easily. Moreover, the easy-to-move trolley system allows students to study under the fresh air and comfortable sunlight. Lichens, plants, and architecture together create a comfortable and healthy learning environment, allowing people to have a harbour in the city to alleviate air pollution.
Foliose lichens
Pioneer
Removable and expandable
Floor plan based on the lichen growth pattern Crustose lichens
Different cores
Unitization
Fruticose lichens
Functionality
Structure
the sketch of lichen growing pattern The first year
after 10 years
Types of Lichen in Brompton Cemetery
Starting from analyzing the sketches of lichens. The structure of lichens and its variability are the basis for development. The concept of the site plan is that the lichen expands like a pioneer, and different spatial functions can overlap like different types of lichens can overlap and symbiosis.
after 20 years
Time, the final step to complete the design
two-sides stepped classroom structure
roads and buildings which higher than the site
trolley teaching systems the sketch of the trolley system
section structure and vegetation distribution
Based on the original railway on the site and the understanding of the open-air school, produced the concept of the trolley system. It combines the concept of the pioneering nature of lichen growth and variability.
trolley teaching systems and stepped classroom structure
plateform structure
Considering the environment around the site, the principle of the plan is to pursue maximum sunshine time and maximum ventilation efficiency, with two trolley teaching systems running through the site as the main axis. The main stepped classroom structure is no obvious boundaries between various spatial attributes, and it can define by the user.
Stepped classroom structure
Implanting different functional spaces
Time and vegetation to finish design
Partly transparent roof
Wooden structure ventilated skin construct
Rock platform structure
There are 5 basic forms of trolley units. Each trolley has a different form, which can provide different types of teaching activities, such as static teaching courses, dynamic physical education classes or transformation into a performance stage.
Final visual 01 The circular track classroom
Final visual 02 The open-air theatre
40%20MIN A New Form of Social Housing Xitun District. Taichung Academic semester project, Graduation design Final honours critiquetop, top5 project of the year Sep 2016- May 2017
Nowadays, people seem to be drawn closer by modern life, but they are actually being pulled farther away from each other. This creates urban indifference, and cities and people run like machines. With rapid economic development, the out-of-control cities have many problems, like the loss of housing equality and the lack of public open space. Can I propose a new urban system? In the future, families of 1-3 people will become mainstream. With the growth of living habits and sensibilities, they will evolve to need more connected living spaces. They will not need to own big houses, as renting flats and small spaces is enough. This new nomadic lifestyle has become a societal problem that must be faced. With our current demographic structure, the “inverted pyramid”, how can we support a larger population in need than ever before? I propose a system, "40% 20min", to respond to the urban problems I have observed and to face my vision of the future.
20min life circle A 1km diameter walk life circle. Consider walking out of your home, in an environment that replicates life before countless cars have invaded the city, like in Paris. You can find almost everything you need on a daily basis within a few hundred meters. The neighborhood exchange becomes easy because o f i n c re a s e d w a l k i n g , a n d people become close. With this structure, we move away from busy, traffic-heavy streets, and encourage local connection. The living circle provides different get-together spaces, trying to reproduce the neighborhood spirit of traditional villages. There is no clear boundary in the living circle, and the cores can be overlapped. The core connects the circle and forms a network of living circles.
Ground space concession Reduce private space form public space
Horizontal Dimension / green belt and ventilation connect Vertical Dimension / stair and groups connect
Mass and Environment
Design Goals Establish a 40% 20min system discussion and select a base to use as the design in response to the questions posed by my graduation design. The 40% 20min system can be implemented in different cities to generate their own communication and strengthen urban connection; the project site is a social housing site in Taichung City, scheduled to be built within five years. I will consider the local groups and environments around the site, and propose my vision and goals for the future. The ground floor is open to residents, and the residential floor has reduced private space. Meanwhile, the open public space is shared among different groups of residents.
Unit change Public vs Private space
Connected floors A+B+C+D
Green introduction Spatial extension
Space extrapolation Space contraction
WORKING EXPERIENCE HOULI Construction Co. Ltd. BIM engineer/ Site supervisor, full time, May. 2018 - Present World Known Manufacturing Factory construction project/ Daya District. Taichung Starlight International Kindergarten construction project/ Xitun District. Taichung Belis Residential construction project/ Xitun District. Taichung Evolutivelabs Manufacturing Factory construction project/ Nantun District. Taichung
As a BIM engineer at Houli Construction Co., Ltd., I participated in 4 projects, built 3D models and construction drawings, and discussed them with colleagues and customers. After half a year, I also played the role of an on-site assistant. During this time, I used my architectural design skills and software expertise to complete the company's first residential case with BIM systems, and I implemented it from design to construction.
In the company, I am mainly responsible for discussing with the firm and drawing BIM construction drawings, using 3d software to preexclude design errors in the project, and providing 3D models for onsite construction inspection. Later I have the opportunity to discuss the model with the site director at various sites. In a short period of time, I was exposed to different stages of various projects, such as foundation excavation, steel lashing, grouting, decoration, etc. I participated in a total of four projects during my working experience, World Known Manufacturing Factory, Starlight International Kindergarten, Belis Residential, and Evolutivelabs Manufacturing Factory. Starlight International Kindergarten and Belis Residential I am responsible for troubleshooting, scheduling and discussing the designs with the architect. In World Known Manufacturing Factory is the overall planning and construction, inclouding old factory demolition and planning the new plant by cooperation with the architect, the case was completed in August 2019.
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