ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO SELECTED WORKS 2012-2015
“ Architectural behaviourlogy
inspires me to study and understand my surroundings, and thus
create spaces that are more commonality-based, spaces that engage the public. Architecture should seek to change and inspire others. By observing people, climate and buildings, we shape our buildings and in turn, the buildings also shape who we are. Creating a better space for community contributes to better lives, and that is my raison d’etre
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CONTENT: 01
1:1 PAVILION
02
NATURE APPRECIATION CENTRE
03
ASIAN MARKET
04
FOOD AID CENTRE
05
SKETCHES
1:1 PAVILION semester 1
Development model 1
Development model 2
Slotting connectors
The 1.1 PAVILION is a group project which involves a scale 1:1 model
with an approximate size of 3mx3m3m . A skeletal structure with a teardrop base is designed by applying the elements of STRIPS, FOLDING, and
RHYTHM. 15mm plywood were used due to better stability and hardness. Slotting methods are applied as main connections while bolts and nuts are used for minor parts. This project focuses on understanding form, space, function on a real-life scale.
Development model 3
1:1 PAVILION
Design Development
Connectors: bolts & nuts
Connectors: hinges
KITS OF PARTS: Base section I, II Ribs A1-A6 B1-B5 C1-C9 Arc Base joint (7) Rib Joint (20) Screws (70) Nuts (70) Hinges (8)
1:1 PAVILION
Expanded Isomentric
NAC
semester 4
The site is located in Pekan Sepang, next to
the Environmnetal Interpretive Centre (EIC). The EIC is a jointly managed by Malaysian Nature Society, which aims to educate the public on enviromental awareness. The site is rich with mangrove and herbs, which makes it a potential site for a Nature Appreciation Centre (NAC). Via the concept of BOUNDARIES, the NAC focuses on bringing exterior into the interior and vice versa. By implementing open spaces and boardwalks, visitors are able to interact with nature, hence increasing awareness towards the environment. The spatial sequence is like a journey, characterised by its multiple pathways. The centre acts as an educational hub to educate students and adults alike regarding the importance of preservation.
Site location plan
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Site view
NAC
Site Analysis
Uninteresting spatial programming Lack of engagement with nature
ISSUES
USERS Students Families Researchers
PROGRAMME Art Education
Initial cluster layout interconnected via ramps & pathways
Garden added to provide greenery
Spaces rotated to provide enclosure
Ramp shifted to one side so that view is unobstructed
SUSTAINABLE ELEMENTS
Stack ventilation
Meadering pathways
Admin Tidal concerns
Softscape
Cafe
Garden
Workshop
NAC
Design Development
NAC
Ground Floor Plan Scale 1:350
NAC
First Floor Plan Scale 1:350
South East Elevation
North West Elevation
South West Elevation
North East Elevation
NAC
Elevations Scale 1:300
Section A-A
Section B-B
NAC
Sections Scale 1:300
Outdoor workshop
Mangrove boardwalk
Gardening area
NAC
Perspectives
Sectional perspective A-A
ASIAN MARKET Sem 5
Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur,
Jalan Tun H.S Lee is a site that is rich with heritage and culture. Local cultural hubs such as Central Market and Petaling Street are located within close proximity. The purpose of this project is to design an urban infill market which fits the diverse context of Jln Tun H.S Lee. Site analysis shows that immigrants are a majority on site. Thus, the Asian Market aims to address the needs of the immigrants, and to introduce their food and culture to the local people, in order to promote bonding between foreigners and locals. The concept of this design is the alleyhouse typology from Shanghai. The market simulates the communal living and closeknit community in an alleyhouse. The market also maintains the horizontality and verticality as seen on the neighbouring blocks. The facade resembles frames, further emphasizing the block individuality. Site location plan
Food
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Culture Site view
ASIAN MARKET
Site Analysis
MASSING DEVELOPEMENT
KEY ELEMENTS
SPATIAL LAYOUT
3F Office Pathway across site to increase connectivity
Individuality
2F Art & Craft Cafe
More pathways simulate alleys
Connectivity
1F Asian grocer Workshop Cafe
Separation into individual blocks
GF Food Stalls Workshop Blocks linked via pathways
Permeability
ASIAN MARKET
Design Development
ASIAN MARKET
Ground Floor Plan Scale 1:250
ASIAN MARKET
First Floor Plan Scale 1:250
ASIAN MARKET
Second Floor Plan Scale 1:250
ASIAN MARKET
Third Floor Plan Scale 1:250
ASIAN MARKET Elevation Scale 1:250
ASIAN MARKET
Section B-B Scale 1:250
Exploration of block typologies to form solid and void spaces.
Segregation of a space into smaller components to simulate an intimate, diverse community.
ASIAN MARKET
Development models
Bridge
View from bridge
Central courtyard
ASIAN MARKET
Perspectives
Sectional perspective
FOOD AID CENTRE Sem 6
The focal point of SS2 is the commercial hub,
which is dominated by restaurants, banking centres and retails. The highest percentage of waste in SS2 is organic waste, which includes leave trimmings and food waste. Although the 3Rs concept is practiced within SS2, this does not apply to organic waste due to low awareness. The Food Aid Centre is a non-profit centre that operates as a food bank for charitable homes around Petaling Jaya. The centre aims to supply healthy, well-balanced meals to the welfare and to make use of surplus food. The centre acts as a hub to increase awareness regarding food waste, composting and urban farming. Site location plan
Site view
FOOD AID CENTRE
Site Analysis
ISSUES
INTENTION
Dense urbanization
MASSING- URBAN CANOPIES
Well-being
Consumerism
Bonding
Waste
Awareness
1. Extrusion of block
Recycling
Tree depletion
2. Segregation
Food Bank
Urban farming
Culinary
Educational 3.Boulevard
Composting
4. Columns as ‘trunks’
Welfare
5. Pods
6. Roof canopy
FOOD AID CENTRE
Design Development
FOOD AID CENTRE
Basement Floor Plan Scale 1:400
FOOD AID CENTRE
Ground Floor Plan Scale 1:400
FOOD AID CENTRE
First Floor Plan Scale 1:400
FOOD AID CENTRE
Second Floor Plan Scale 1:400
South East Elevation
North West Elevation
North East Elevation
South West Elevation
FOOD AID CENTRE Elevations Scale 1:300
Section A-A
Section B-B
FOOD AID CENTRE Sections Scale 1:300
View from bridge
Boulevard
Urban farming area
FOOD AID CENTRE Perspectives
SKETCHES
I believe that the way people live can be directed a little by architecture – Tadao Ando