Architecture Portfolio Ahmed Bassem Mohamed Selected Works 2014 - 2019
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CONTACT El-Rehab City, New Cairo, Egypt +20 1142410080 ahmed.bassem2@msa.edu.eg linkedin.com/in/ahmedbassem issuu.com/ahmedbassemmohd
ABOUT Ahmed Bassem is an Egyptian architect born in 1996. He had his ‘Bachelor degree’ from Modern Science and Arts University (MSA) with a validation from Greenwich university. He was an active member of Ezbet project for nearly two years which is founded by Ain Shams university and university of Stuttgart and gained one year of international experience between Germany and Egypt. During his two years in Ezbet project, he participated in an internal competition which aimed to develop the ferry station in Gazeirt El-Dahab where he and his team claimed the first place. He had several internships during his bachelor in architecture firms, where he worked in multi-disciplinary projects and researches.
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RESUME
Educational Degrees
Publications
MSA-Modern Science and Arts University
2019
BSc in Architectural Engineering Grad. Project B+
|C GPA 3.34
University of Greenwich - Validation
2019
BSc in Architectural Engineering
2014
First Place| Ezbet Internal Competition| Ferry Station Upgrading of Gazeirt MSA Student of Honor
Organization Skills
IGCSE Graduate Student Grade 93.8|100
Work Experience Graffiti Interior Design
Awards & Achievements El-Dahab
|C GPA 3.19
Pakistan English Academy in Kuwait
The Forgotten Nubia Pre-Graduation Intensive Research
March ‘21 - Present
Technical Architect
Graphic Designer & Organizer|TEDx MSAUNI Site Engineer & Organizer|Ezbet International Exhibition in University of Stuttgart Site Engineer & Organizer|Ezbet International Exhibition in Ain Shams University
Competition Entry
Ezbet Project
Feb ‘18 - Nov ‘19
Sabbour Consulting Co.
Aug ‘18 - Sep ‘18
Ezbet Internal Competition|Ferry Station Upgrading of Gazeirt El-Dahab Abu-Ghaddan Community Hub International Competition
BENAA Foundation
Feb ‘18 - April ‘18
Workshops
Ezbet Project
Aug ‘17 - Sep ‘17
BENAA Habitat Volunteer Training Program LEED GA Training Workshop
Al-Khonaini General Trading & Contracting Co.
Aug ‘17 - Sep ‘17
Computer Skills
Sabbour Consulting Co.
July ‘17 - Aug ‘17
Site Engineer
Trainee Architect Research Intern
Trainee Architect
Trainee Architect Trainee Architect
Autodesk
|AutoCad
|Revit
Adobe
|Photoshop
|InDesign
3D
|3D Max
|Sketchup
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CONTENTS
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Nubian Agriculture & Technological Research Center
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Arts & Cultural Center in Historical Cairo
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Business Park Project
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Ezbet International Exhibition
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Freelance Interior Projects
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Villa Working Design
NUBIAN AGRICULTURE & TECHNOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER KOM OMBO, ASWAN, EGYPT
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CONCEPT STATEMENT Nubians had suffered a lot during their journey of relocation through generations. Such actions lead to the beginning of losing the identity and the sense of belonging within the Nubians population especially within the younger generation. Younger generation are turning their back from agriculture which used to be the backbone of Nubian household income to work in more profitable jobs. So at first my concept was driven from the Nubian triangle to serve as a symbol of centralization. The main plaza in the center will serve as nucleus between different zones & it will be the focal point of the project as it will be used as an open space for the community to gather and learn more about modern agriculture techniques. So by integrating the community and targeting the younger ones, we will have a generation that is aware about his identity and culture integrated within modern ideologies.
MASTER PLAN KEYS Main Entrance
Parking Entrance
VIP Parking Entrance
ZONING Main Entrance MPU Administration Laps Selling Shops Entertainment Area Library Workshops Vertical Farming Facility Greenhouses Farmlands
VERTICAL FARMING STUDIES
1 How Vertical Farming Works in the Project
Vertical farming is the production of vegetables, fruits or anything that could be farmed in vertical stacked layers. The modern use of vertical farming is by farming indoor in a controlled environment agriculture technology, where all factors can be managed. Such facilities uses LED light and environmental control systems. Softwares can make sure that all the vegetable and fruits get the equal amount of light, water and nutrients. As it is grown in a controlled environment so the need for herbicides and pesticides are not necessary. To hit high levels of production, growth conditions in vertical farms must be continuously optimized. Sensors and data must be used to effectively track variables such as climate, nutrient composition and light levels. Climate is characterized by a combination of air temperature, humidity and (CO2) levels. Using smart sensors that can monitor these variables will ensure that vertical farms produce yields that greatly exceed those of conventional farms. Here is some common sensors used in vertical farms:
Air Temperature
Humidity
Carbon Dioxide Levels
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
Nutrient Composition
Light Levels
pH Levels
09 10 2 Wall Section Showing Aeroponic System in Vertical Farming
3 Steel Flooring in the Vertical Farming Facility Maxxon Underlayment 30mm
Pywood 25mm
4 Connection Between Steel Flooring & Concrete Elevator Shaft Interconnected Steel Beams
Steel Flooring Shaft Core
Maxxon Underlayment 30mm
Plywood
Led Lightning Cloth
Water Pump
Steel Flooring
Interconnected Steel Beams
Insulation Raised Flooring
Steel Plate 20mm
I-Beam Structure
Steel Flooring is used as it has high strength to weight ratio which means it has high strength per unit mass so it will be efficient and light weight to build such structure of high spans using steel. Moreover Steel is easily fabricated and could be assembled on site which saves time and money. Furthermore, systems such as sensors, irrigation, fire systems and ventilation could be easily integrated within the structure which is beneficial to the whole system.
Anchor Bolt Ø 12mm
5 Irrigation System in Vertical Farming Facility
Computerized Central Monitoring
Energy Centre Water Intake
Filter Irrigation Tank
Storage Tank
1 Fruits & Vegetables Marketplace
2 Spaces of Interaction with the Community
Such stores will secure a stable source of income to the project in which fruits and vegetables grown in the farmlands and vertical farming facility will be sold to the locals. Moreover, there is extra stores for the locals that have nearby farmlands to rent it for a monthly fee in which it will help both parties to sustain a local marketplace for Nubians in which they could find sustainable products. By allowing such actions in the projects, the marketplace will act as hub for farmers that grow their products sustainably in sell it in one place.
Multi-Purpose Hall
Entertainment Area
Vertical Farming Facility
Sources of Fruits & Vegetables
Greenhouses
Farmlands
Vertical Farming
Local Farmers
Fruits & Vegetables Source
Main Plaza
Wheat
Corn
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Fruits & Vegetables Marketplace
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4 Structure System Model
Steel Frame RC Concrete Concrete Frame
Vertical Farming Shot
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Greenhouses Shot
Laboratory Shot
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Farmlands Shot
Secondary Entrance Shot
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Local Market Shot
ARTS & CULTURE CENTER IN HISTORICAL CAIRO DARB EL-LABANAH, CAIRO, EGYPT
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Administration Museum Exhibition Theatre Library & Lecture Halls Workshops & Bazar Restaurants & Crafts Center
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SITE ANALYSIS
Historical Monuments near the Site Site Appraoch Unnamed Monument
Sabil Omar Agha
Khayr Beek Complex
Blue Mosque
Urban Fabric
Solid & Void
ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY Workshops & Bazars The addition of the pottery workshops in the project was due to many locals depend on selling pottery and depend on it as their main source of income. So by adding a place where locals could sell and learn more about pottery skills was a main objective to maintain during the design phase to make the project more integrating with locals.
Cafes & Restaurants The cafes & restaurants zone help serve the incoming influx of visitors to the center. All the cafes & restaurants will be integrated with the main street to increase the exposure of all shops to visitors. All those working there will be locals as there is an expansive people of previous expertise of working as cafe servants in Souq El-Selah street.
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Amphitheater The amphitheater will act as a major hub for local artists and local bands to make small concerts that could attract tourist’s and visitor’s attention. As a result the flow of visitors will increase substantially which will help with making the project an icon in the historical area of Al-Darb Al-Ahmar.
Exhibition The local exhibition will act as a platform for local artists, craftsmen, carpet and rug producers to show and preview their work to the public and tourists visiting the site. Such small spot will help local talents economically to survive and flourish their talents exponentially.
SUSTAINABLE APPROACHES Passive Sustainable Design
Sun orientation & climate data is well considered in the project. All the window placement & operation are used to best manage daylighting & natural ventilation which in turn reduces the need for energy. All exterior walls is being 25 cm to help with the passive approach.
MAIN ELEVATION
LONGITUDINAL SECTION
Active Sustainable Design
Active design strategies is an important part of making the project sustainable. By implementing highly effective HVAC, electrical, plumbing & creating a well-designed building envelope with suitable insulation technique can make the building really efficient in its energy demands.
Local Building Materials
All materials used is local materials that could be sourced in the greater Cairo region. The wood used in the fabrication of doors & windows is fabricated in nearby local workshops located in El-Darb El-Ahmar to reduce the cost of transportation & to benefit the local community.
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Waste Management
Waste is disposed and transfered by small local independent recyclers to Manshyt Nasr which is nearby El-Darb El-Ahmar for recycling. Such disposal will ensure that the waste is well treated and making use of it instead of just throwing it away.
Reducing Vehicle Traffic
All the boundaries near the project is car-free zone. Such approach is user friendly for the locals & kids living near the historic area. By reducing cars in the area air, noise & traffic will reduce pollution. Such act will make people walk & use sustainable means of transport more frequently.
Native Landscaping
By using local vegetation as a landscaping mean, it will have a huge impact as those local plantations is well suited to the local weather & it restores natural habitat in the area. Being local makes it less expensive & on the long run will save up money as it uses less water to plant.
Restaurants & Library Approach
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Approach to the Main Spine
Theatre Entrance
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Museum Entrance
BUSINESS PARK PROJECT EL-SHEIKH ZAYED, CAIRO, EGYPT
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FORM DEVELOPMENT
The first base geometrical design of the units that will help with the development of the design.
The offices unit will be transformed by subtracting a portion of its volume in north facade to help with the design being more aesthetic
The recreational unit will be offset ed to add an outdoor area for the visitors. The offices unit will be subtracted from the edges to add more outdoor ares for the workers.
Main Entrance
Main Exit
Modifying of units according to needs, function and form to comply with the vision of the design. Terraces is added to help with the interaction of coworkers and for better ventilation of the units.
Addition of curtain walls according to the facades facing no or a little direct sunlight throughout the day to reduce the use of the energy needed for cooling in all buildings.
SITE ANALYSIS Ac
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Greenery in the project is located densely or less densely depending upon the facade it will protect from direct sun light especially if it is the southern facade
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2ND & 3RD TYPICAL FLOOR PLAN These floors will contain multiple and small offices with different gross areas to help sustain small scale business and entrepreneurs. Small terraces are available for some offices to enhance the working environment in the offices and to allow for more natural ventilation. Such privileged offices will come at a higher prices compared to those less privileged offices.
6TH & 7TH TYPICAL FLOOR PLAN These floors will be for high end business and large scale ones. The whole floor could be owned if the owner needs to or the floor could be split twice between two large offices that need larger gross areas for their needs and requirements. Every end of the floor will have a huge terrace that will accompany all the workers working for a better working environment, and to increase social connections between coworkers.
4TH & 5TH TYPICAL FLOOR PLAN These floors will contain medium scale business that could afford the price of larger gross area offices. Owners who will own in such floors will have the option to buy multiple offices and open them all together for the desired requires gross area needed by the owner. As those floors is more for the premium owners, more leisure & open areas are designed for more quality environment.
BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN The Basement floor will be the parking lot for the employees working in the business park. It will combine between two different structures systems: The main structure which will be consisted of RC frames, while the remaining underground area will be supported by RC flat slabs to make more space for cars. The entrance & exit of the parking will be from different areas to reduce traffic.
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LONGITUDINAL SECTION
EASTERN ELEVATION
WESTERN ELEVATION
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Business Park Main Path
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Recretional Area Rooftop
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Offices Coffee Area
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Recreational Area Restaurants
EZBET INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION STUTTGART UNIVERSITY, STUTTGART, GERMANY
PROJECT BRIEFING The exhibition main goal was to display EZBET innovative way of community development in informal settlements through its participatory approaches and multidisciplinary. The exhibition is a continuation to the exhibition that took place in Ain Shams University in which EZBET project was able to present their successful work and achievements. The goals of EZBET project is to provide informal settlements with a necessary basis of urban and social institutions in intercultural and interdisciplinary exchange.
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Main Entrance
1. Info Desk
6. School Project
2. Intro
7. El-Dahab Island Project
3. Community Center Project
8. Projector Zone
4. Oven Project
9. Henna Corner
5. Street Project
10. Gift Corner
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DURING CONSTRUCTION
DURING CONSTRUCTION
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DURING CONSTRUCTION
AFTER CONSTRUCTION
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3D MODEL
FREELANCE 3D SHOTS
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VILLA WORKING DESIGN GROUND FLOOR PLAN AFTER EDIT
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN AFTER EDIT
ROOF FLOOR PLAN AFTER EDIT
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FURNISHED GROUND FLOOR PLAN
FURNISHED FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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FURNISHED ROOF FLOOR PLAN
GYPSUM BOARD GROUND FLOOR CEILING PLAN
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LIGHTENING FIXTURES GROUND FLOOR CEILING PLAN
GYPSUM BOARD FIRST FLOOR CEILING PLAN
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LIGHTENING FIXTURES FIRST FLOOR CEILING PLAN
GYPSUM BOARD & LIGHTENING FIXTURES FIRST FLOOR CEILING PLAN
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ELECTRICAL OUTLETS GROUND FLOOR PLAN
Bell
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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ELECTRICAL OUTLETS ROOF FLOOR PLAN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS GROUND FLOOR PLAN
Bell
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FIRST FLOOR PLAN
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ROOF FLOOR PLAN
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SEWAGE NETWORK GROUND FLOOR PLAN
SEWAGE NETWORK FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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SEWAGE NETWORK ROOF FLOOR PLAN
WATER SUPPLY NETWORK GROUND FLOOR PLAN
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WATER SUPPLY NETWORK FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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