Student portfolio

Portfolio of Works //2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle ma(hons) Landscape Architecture

Edinburgh College of Art

DESIGNER’S STATEMENT This Portfolio is the culmination of work and projects undertaken during a five year period (2006 - 2011) at Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) while completing the undergraduate masters programme. The portfolio includes projects and modules through the years charting my personal development as a Landscape Architect, additional to projects within ECA itself are various external international workshops which I have been part of these have been included as well as professional practice completed, these experiences significantly adding and broadening my range of skills and outlook as a Landscape Architect.

Despite the range of projects undertaken they are approached in a similar manner with a focus one thorough analysis to fully understand the site and the specific problematic, the design growing from this. At ECA there was a focus on encouraging the use of different media and techniques to convey projects, this is apparent throughout the portfolio and the graphic progression is clear. Although in later years computer aided graphics formed the majority of presentation work, while designing I find it important to utilize the skills learnt previously in completing work by hand often capturing the character of the site more effectively. As I developed as a Landscape Architect my understanding of sustainability grew, highlighting the opportunity Landscape Architects have to employ sustainable techniques and find the delicate balance between the fulfillment of humanistic needs while working with and enhancing the environment.

Through taking part in international workshops of design my skills as a Landscape Architect broadened significantly learning from other participants from different backgrounds and professions while being inspired by the varied and exciting different typologies of projects in a range of locations. This complemented the projects completed at ECA with each element informing the other through experience to better the subsequent design.

Inspiring to me is the opportunity that Landscape Architects have to make a positive difference in today’s society, yet with opportunity comes responsibility. This is the reason why it is important to understand design and its effects before any project is undertaken. The masters programme at ECA has given this grounding in understanding while additional activities, workshops and professional experience have strengthened the foundation to future professional life and practice.

To conclude I hope this portfolio correctly conveys the passion and enthusiasm I have for Landscape Architecture and these projects demonstrate the maturing and development of myself as a Landscape Architect.

Andrew Pringle

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Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art Deltapoort by Bike: A Performative Study, Deltapoort, Netherlands - Design Workshop - The Amsterdam Academy of Architecture

Professional Practice - Ironside Farrar Ltd, Edinburgh Baikal International Workshop of Urban Planning and Design, Irkutsk State Technical University, Russia - Les Ateliers International Lokpodji - International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Les Ateliers International

Dumfries and Galloway Regional Strategy - Scottish Borders - Edinburgh College of Art Irwell Valley Landscape Reclimation, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art Radcliffe Town Centre Regeneration, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art Cergy Pontoise International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Paris, France - Les Ateliers International

Pilrig Park, Edinburgh Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art Granton Primary School - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art Shrub Hill Place - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art Hailes Sport Park - Wester Hailes, Edinburgh - Edinburgh College of Art

Experiential Studies and Techniques - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art Nottingham Art Centre - Nottingham England - Edinburgh College of Art Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Fish Farming, Lokpodji, Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa

Deltapoort by Bike: A Performative Study, Deltapoort, Netherlands - Design Workshop The Amsterdam Academy of Architecture

Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

Strategic Masterplan

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Lokpodji is an area of approximately 250 hectares which lies east of Porto Novo, the capital city of Benin, West Africa. The area is situated on the Lagoon of Porto Novo and lies within the ‘Dounokin’ drainage basin seasonally flooding due to the areas tropical, equatorial climate forming an area which is governed by water regimes and of particular environmental value.

Now as Porto Novo’s population has recently seen unprecedented growth the city seeks to expand and the area is under increasing amounts of pressure from development. The local government has realised the sites significance environmentally as well as the importance for development to place and therefore development has been called for that respects natural process and systems which occur there.Developing countries such as Benin after years of relentless consumption of there natural resources are beginning to realise what effect and consequences this is having on their often rich natural environment thus a new approach towards development has been called for in these settings working with the landscape, respecting and utilising it sustainably.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

In a context where modern resources are not always plentiful, greater importance and pressure is placed on the natural resources available. It is crucial that these resources are indeed utilised to their full potential in creative and economical ways supporting communities while always being sustainable and respecting the environment. Water forms one of these resources and its prominence on site determines that it plays a major role in the project and is viewed upon not as a constraint but as an opportunity to become the life source for the area.

Edinburgh College of Art .

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

Landscape Framework

Through the project a strategic masterplan and landscape framework for Lokpodji shall be developed that fulfils appropriate growth and expansion of Porto Novo while protecting and utilising the natural environment. This is achieved through a site specific approach to design which is landscape led understanding and designing in line with the specific landscape conditions, systems and processes that occur.

Proposals, through this landscape framework shall enrich the area through sustainable use of the landscape and the resources available.

Seasonal Flux - Dry Season

Seasonal Flux - Wet Season

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

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Edinburgh College of Art

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Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art 10

The landscape framework is proposed as a dynamic system in which water plays a key role using seasonal inundation and flux to an advantage. Through elements within the framework the landscape functions as it would naturally unimpeded and unrestricted yet designed in line with humanistic needs and social values. The design is split simply into elements of ‘fix’ (permanent elements that pin down the framework physically) and ‘flux’ (ephemeral areas that are always in transit in line with natural processes.) Each element of fix and flux adds a new dimension to the design and environment and supports local communities while also crucially operating as part of one overall system in which natural process dictates change.

Water Filtration and Recycling

Considering the sites context where resources are often few it is essential to maximise the potential use of the resources that are locally abundant. Water is such a resource and the site is domonated by its dynamic sytems and regimes. Through careful intervention that works with the natural processes within the landscape water can be used and reused to support life as well as the environment in one overall system.

Greywater is drained from urban areas through a system of fixed drainage channels which cleanse the water naturally through use of local native planting species ensuring the valuable resource can be reused for activities such as agriculture before being returned to its natural course.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011 Andrew Pringle Edinburgh College of Art

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Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

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Fish farming on the site currently is under exploited, the design remedies this through insertion of infrastructure that supports such activities while respecting the natural environment.

Using the waters natural course towards the lagoon as a catalyst a range of types and sizes of fish are farmed in a series of pools of different depths. The water is filtered naturally through using a combination of gabion wall recycling local stone and local organic material.

Fish Farming and Waterfront Detailed Masterplan

Filtration of water using local materials Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

The entire process once initially started is circular and sustains itself with very little need for human input.

The fish feed off planting in the pools which in turn feeds of fish excrement thus cleansing the water. This benefits both the local community and the environment utilizing what resources are abundant to their full potential.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

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Edinburgh College of Art

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Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art 14

Commercial Plantation

Domestic Orchard

Swathes of native planting are employed throughout the site to stabilize the sandy soil allowing development to take place with minimized risk. As well as stabilizing the land planting also supports both local communities and the environment. Planting is divided into three ‘zones’ each adding a different dimension. The outer band of planting consisting of larger trees and shrubs which supports local wildlife and is designed to enrich and complement current eco-systems.

The middle band of planting has a more regular planting pattern and offers employment for the local community through pine nut and palm oil plantations. The inner band bordering urban areas is where planting is at its least dense and provides orchards to support domestic local people.

Landscape Stabilization Detailed Masterplan

Landscape Stabilization Detailed Section

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Individual Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

With the development having its focus very much on the processes and systems within the landscape it is important to integrate cultural elements into the overall scheme to fulfil humanistic needs and improve the quality of the development socially. Situated at the picturesque lagoon banks proposals include an open promenade and community hub slightly raised and constructed above the natural landscape layer ensuring delicate natural relationships and ecosystems with the lagoon are allowed and protected.

The strategic design proposals make use of recycled water repeatedly throughout the site and here using water from fish farming, it is cleansed naturally through locally abundant water hyacinth, then filtered through recycled rubble and finally stone gabions into a pool for community use before being released to its natural course into the lagoon through further stone gabions (creating the south side of the pool which border the lagoon). Again aided by initially implemented infrastructure these cultural elements use the naturally abundant resources effectively and efficiently to enrich the area, while respecting and being successfully integrated into the landscape system.

Protection and enhancement of ecologically significant areas

Cultural facilitation with aspects such as a community swimming pool integrated into the overall water recycling plan Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

Tempelhof airfield located in the south of Berlin is a vast 230 hectare site which was once at the very heart of aviation in Berlin, and Europe. Since the airport closed in 2008 the site has been rebranded as ‘Tempelhoffer Feld’ and used as a park open to the public.

Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

The scale of Tempelhof is a particularly striking feature, the impressive architecture combined with the vastness of the park itself give a unique sense of place and creates an interesting juxtaposition within the densely packed city. Furthermore most elements from the airport have been retained adding to the character of the site. Tempelhoffer Feld offers a great opportunity to fulfil cultural and social ambitions for Berlin while in harmony with and enhancing the natural environment.

Following analysis of fieldwork undertaken on site it was found that the park is in a constant state of change with elements emerging and disappearing at different rates throughout the scales. Through sensitive manipulation of current site conditions and establishment of a fixed landscape framework both physical and programmatic emergence and disappearance is controlled and integrated into the park which becomes flexible and forever adaptable facilitating cultural and social elements while enhancing the environment.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art 18

Sequential Landform Sections

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

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Edinburgh College of Art

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Tempelhoffer Feld, Berlin, Germany - Major Design Project - Edinburgh College of Art

Deltapoort by Bike: A Performative Study, Deltapoort, Netherlands - Workshop - The Amsterdam Academy of Architecture 20

Amsterdam Academy of Architecture’s annual week long winter workshop this year was focused on the redevelopment of Deltapoort an area situated between Amsterdam and Rotterdam and a juxtaposition of imposing heavy industry and typical scenic, historic Dutch landscapes.

The workshop led by Dutch Artist Jeanne van Heeswijk had a focus on improving experiential aspects of the area and utilising the potential of bikes in a performative study. The results of this research studio would cumulate not in the form of a new masterplan for the area but in a toolkit that forms an initial impetus for a new urban culture.

‘Mind maps’ of the area were gathered from local residents and processed based on theories by Kevin Lynch

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Deltapoort by Bike: A Performative Study, Deltapoort, Netherlands - Workshop - The Amsterdam Academy of Architecture

The set project concept determined by the artist in residence was to change the area through intervention. This based on thorough analysis deliberately employing a sensitive approach focused not on plan but in favour of a more humanistic understanding and on the feelings and perceptions of individuals.

From the outset the project was approached with sensitivity, drawing on the theories and mapping techniques of Kevin Lynch.

Lynch states that “moving elements in a city, and in particular the people and their activities, are as important as the stationary physical parts.� This led to his theory that there are two types of map of any area; firstly a permanent map of fixed physical parts of the city, and secondly a temporal map of the physiological, mental image of the area.

A performative study on location was undertaken carried out in the negatively perceived area, which strengthened the way the area is experienced by people. To this end temporary interventions were created that benefitted both the local people and the area creating instant improvements while demonstrating the positive change that can be made to an area through simple intervention.

Physical intervention, in the form of a moveable cafe/ bar moving between negatively perceived places and catalyzing interaction and improvement.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Winter on Lake Baikal, Irkutsk, Russia

Lokpodji - International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa Les Ateliers International

Baikal International Workshop of Urban Planning and Design, Irkutsk State Technical University, Russia Les Ateliers International

Professional Practice - Ironside Farrar Ltd, Edinburgh

Professional Practice - Ironside Farrar Ltd, Edinburgh

Cowglen, Phase 1 Development Proposals - Glasgow

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Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Professional experience was gained during a 9 month placement at Ironside Farrar Landscape Architects and Environmental Consultants in Edinburgh. During this period exposure to a range of projects was given and helped developed the core skills of a landscape architect in a professional environment. Projects ranged from town centre regeneration to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA’s).

Working as part of a small team projects were often taken from first phase outline proposals to on site implementation.

A range of skills were developed over this period including increasing competence on valuable software packages that are essential for professional practice, this in turn with development of hand based sketches and work which is often over looked.

Professional practice formed a rigid foundation for the final masters year of the course and many of the skills learned and developed over this period were essential to projects undertaken since, often giving a different perspective on work.

Existing self- seeded scrub on upper shelf

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Mounding and planting to turning area Slopes topsoiled, seeded and planted

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Shelf mounded, planted and seeded

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Longniddry Village Expansion Outline Proposals

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Professional Practice - Ironside Farrar Ltd, Edinburgh

Croy Quarry, Landscape Reclamation Proposal

Earthworks: Irregular mounding on shelf, ramp and turning area to break up regular line of shelf.

Planting: Planting & seeding into topsoil and/or selected subsoils to create scrub areas, further

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

CROY QUARRY

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Baikal International Workshop of Urban Planning and Design, Irkutsk Technical University, Russia - Les Ateliers International 26

The 11th annual Baikal International Workshop of Urban Planning and Design in partnership with Les Ateliers International was held at Irkutsk State University Russia. The 3 week workshop focused on proposals for regeneration and development of a historic area in the heart of the city which is in an increasingly bad state of repair and under threat of demolition.

The brief was to propose solutions for the historic area which preserve and enhance its unique character and identity while not turning it into a ‘museum’ and allowing it to be capable to support modern life.

The workshop took place in teams with students from a range of backgrounds, professions and levels of experience.

Typical Historic Wooden Building within the Area Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Baikal International Workshop of Urban Planning and Design, Irkutsk Technical University, Russia - Les Ateliers International

Following analysis of the area and its context proposals identified buildings and areas of particular architectural significance which in turn formed the basis of the masterplan. Design proposals ranged from a new network of circulation routes through the area while respecting public and privacy issues that are different in Russian law to what I had previously experienced. The essence of the project was to preserve the identity of the area through restoration and subtle development while regenerating the area bringing for the first time services such as sewage treatment, electricity and clean water.

Proposals occurred through the scales and were respectful of the heritage of the area while allowing it to function appropriately.

A large part of the project was written legislation for the area and its residents to adhere to, this because as the workshop went on it became clear that a major problem is the lack of governance of the area and there were no clear rules or regulations set out resulting in the degradation of the surroundings.

The outcome of the project was well received and the group awarded first place.

The benefits of this short workshop were clear and helped develop my skills in general as a landscape architect, learning from other participants from different backgrounds reflecting and familiarizing with what professional life shall be like.

One of the many benefits of the workshop was the experience to develop your skills as a landscape architect in such a foreign and different context both geographically and through the specific typology of project. This both being extremely challenging in the short timescale yet always enjoyable and interesting.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Lokpodji - International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Les Ateliers Intel.

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Les Ateliers’ 1st annual International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development took place in Porto Novo, the capital city of Benin, West Africa. The workshop focused on sustainable development of the banks of the lagoon in an area known as ‘Lokpodji’ this ecologically sensitive area has become under increasing threat due to rapid industrialization and encroaching inappropriate urban development. The workshops aim is to stimulate interest in the local community and propose feasible solutions to the local municipality to how the site can be developed in a way that fulfills the need of the local community while respecting the delicate natural environment.

As part of a team of assistants to the workshop it was our task to organize the logistics of the workshop as well as all of the initial supporting documentation. This was done over a 2 month period in Porto Novo with the workshop following immediately for an additional month. Over that period we gained a great understanding of the site and surroundings with a great deal of mapping and analysis being done.

Although not participating in the workshop it was a worthwhile experience to be involved in and valuable new skills were developed from a different perspective. The experience on the whole furthered skills in landscape architecture and demonstrated how they could be applied in a developing world context with very little monetary resources.

Porto Novo and Surrounds including the Lagoon of Porto Novo

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Lokpodji - International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Porto Novo, Benin, West Africa - Les Ateliers Intel.

Les Ateliers Porto Novo Organizing Team

Example of Analysis of Current Situation on Site Provided to the Participants

The workshop in progress, members of the international jury (left) and participants from team C (right) Strategic Development Plan Porto Novo

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

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Edinburgh College of Art

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Forestry, Galloway Forest Park, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Cergy Pontoise International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Paris, France Les Ateliers International

Radcliffe Town Centre Regeneration, Greater Manchester Edinburgh College of Art

Irwell Valley Landscape Reclimation, Greater Manchester Edinburgh College of Art

Dumfries and Galloway Regional Strategy - Scottish Borders Edinburgh College of Art

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Dumfries and Galloway Regional Strategy was a large scale project undertaken with the focus of proposing strategic improvements that could be made across the area these ranging through the scales. The first stage of the project was to analyse the area and identify its existing assets, then subsequently build upon them.

It was found that the area is extremely rich in natural resource and the land is a real asset for the area, the project taking shape around this. Proposals combined both humanistic needs and those of the environment, sustainable energy production was a key driver and CHP as well as wind turbines provide sustainable solutions again utilising the land in the area. Deer farming due to the current rise in the price of venison was proposed as a realistic solution to large areas of land unfit for other crops and to keep currently problematic large deer populations under control. New technologies were also proposed with scope for the data industry to move into the area creating jobs and opportunities.

Tourism was another area identified as being under exploited especially due to the areas scenic nature and large recreational potential.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Dumfries and Galloway Regional Strategy - Scottish Borders - Edinburgh College of Art

The areas transportation routes are integral to the project supporting activities and opening the region to the wider area

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Edinburgh College of Art

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This Landscape Reclimation project in the Irwell Valley North of Manchester deals with many of the issues we now face on many post industrial sites across the country, thus providing valuable experience in this typology of project.

Close to the river on areas of highly polluted land wetland and grassland areas have been introduced to both cope with flooding of the river (which has become a problem in recent years) and to remediate the soil. These areas will evolve slowly over time, gradually recovering the damaged sites and knitting them back into the landscape framework.

Historically people have turned thier back on the river, by recovering these areas it encourages people to embrace the river and its surroundings. Over time as the landscape heals connections will improve and strengthen, this in turn will help reintegrate the surrounding communities into the valley. The area becoming a much needed resource for people to use.

Irwell Valley Landscape Reclimation, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art

Areas that are most polluted in the valley, these tend to follow the course of the river.

Urban areas surround and encase the Irwell Valley and River Irwell, although the people living in these areas do not tend to use the valley and in some areas it has become a wasteland with reminents of industry scattered through it. The landscape has become disjointed and does not connect cohesively togeather. A strong field pattern exists in the valley surviving from the pre-industrial era, these are mainly used for crop production, and some cattle grazing where the ground is not so fertile and is polluted.

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Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Irwell Valley Landscape Reclimation, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art

Plants play a major role in the recovery of the polluted riveside landscape. The addition of organic matter to the soil helps to fertalize it and breakdown pollutants. This coupled with phtoremediation and biofiltration slowly help to remove polutants in a subtle, natural way.

Biomass crops are also planted in these areas and harvested at regular intervals, making use of the land while it recovers.

Throughout the valley sculptures and artworks have been put in place as part of the Irwell Sculpture Trail. This is designed to create interest in the area, and draw people into the space. The sculptures celebrate the areas heritage as well as exploring themes of displacment and nature. They are intented over time to merge into and eventually become part of the landscape with little or no maintenance to them.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Radcliffe Town Centre Regeneration, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art 36

Radcliffe is a large post industrial town situated in the Irwell valley 20 miles north of Manchester. The town has developed on the banks of the River Irwell, which has played a major role in the town’s history and development and has always been at the heart of the town. In the mid to late 20th century heavy industry declined creating many problems in Radcliffe, the area became very poor and parts of the town fell into a state of disrepair and much of it became derelict.

The brief for the project was to design a new town centre for Radcliffe incorporating housing, amenities, a new bus depot and civic market space. It is essential for the future of the town that the remaining historical buildings and features are embraced, restored and celebrated in new development. This creating a memorable place with a real sense of character.

Working model (left) and final presentation model (right) Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Radcliffe Town Centre Regeneration, Greater Manchester - Edinburgh College of Art

Town Centre Market Square Detailed Design

At present the town is very fragmented and has no real hierarchy or order.

This is why it is very important to develop a town centre that has a gravity towards it offering flexibility of use for residents and visitors alike. This space would act as a catalyst in restructuring the town and also represent the town in a positive way.

The space incorporates fixed market stalls that when not in use can be used as seating for a community outdoor cinema/performance space making full use of the gentle gradient towards the river Irwell. The area shall be shared by both cars and pedestrians creating an informal contemporary feel.

The area shall act as a gravitational point in the town once again creating a high quality centre which provides multi-functional use to local people.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Cergy Pontoise International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Paris, France - Les Ateliers International 38

Les Ateliers annual Parisian workshop held in the University of Cergy Pontoise was focused around the point of the confluence of the Seine and Oise Rivers and what potential they have for the future of the region of Ile de France. This brief was undertaken by cross disciplinary teams of students from a range of different backs and experiences.

PROBLEM STATEMENT In order for Paris to be a competitive global city, multiple projects have been proposed to extend the Paris metropolis to Le Harve in order to provide the city with an international port. At present, the proposed projects in the area (A104 Highway, Canal Seine Du Nord, Acheres Port) consider the river as a mono-functional infrastructure for transporting goods. Here we see an opportunity to rethink the future of the territory in context of a future with limited natural resources. The mono-functional use of the river will not be able to adapt to the long term changes in the global economy and environment.

INTENT To factor in the uncertain variables in global environmental and economic spheres, the river must be multifunctional in order to adapt to changing needs. The intent of “Where blue streets meet Project “is to create a multifunctional and sustainable model of development for the territory of the river. The theme of our project is to reclaim and include the role which the river must play at a local and regional scale – mobilizing identities, goods, functions, activities and people for the shared benefit of the entire region.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Cergy Pontoise International Workshop of Urban Planning and Development, Paris, France - Les Ateliers International

Design Proposal Strategies for Masterplan • Creation of multiple centres with specific individual identities (Conflans, Cergy Pontoise, Poissy Carriers) • Micro Mobility (floating facilities, BRT system, linkage of hinterland to river street, 30 min walking and cycling radii) • Multi-functionality (port, floating facilities/ equipment, mixed use development, adaptable usage of flooding areas) • Creation of sequences of “urban” and “green” along the river • Housing and Landscape Densification (Addition of green in urban centers and development of an urban edge on outskirts) • Sustainable Micro energy generation system (Multiple/small biomass power units as activators of the hinterland community)

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Derelict Lothian Buses Depot, Shrub Hill Place, Edinburgh, Scotland

Hailes Sport Park - Wester Hailes, Edinburgh - Edinburgh College of Art

Shrub Hill Place - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Granton Primary School - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Pilrig Park, Edinburgh Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

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Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Pilrig Park is a small 3 acre park in the south of Edinburgh, currently it suffers from neglect and is a magnet for undesirable activities. The park has a unique history in the area and has strong links to a fort that used to be situated in the area.

Detailed Plan Performance/Civic Space

The brief was to To design an urban park that can fulfil the needs of the residents in the surrounding area, while creating a contemporary urban park.

The design has a strong conceptual element complemented by it varied spatial composition of open and enclosed space. The new park layout reconciles both to the old north south north south Pilrig House axis and a newly introduced east west alignment. One of the most striking features of the park is a new stepped earthwork (to the north) which acts as an element which can provide seating with south facing views over the park and surroundings.

Pilrig Park, Edinburgh Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Community allotments are integrated in the south of the park adding an extra amenity for local residents and further drawing positive activity to the park.

Community Allotments

Section Showing focal point of Pilrig House Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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The aim of the project brief was to design a school playground, taking into account the context of the site and surroundings and the school building itself. The design needed to respond to this new school building and create a cohesive outcome.

The design takes a bold form conceptually split into two section of hard and soft landscape which integrate together. The soft landscape forms small intimate space designed for different activities which stimulating the imagination. This complemented by the hard surface which provides open flexible space of very low maintenance.

Granton Primary School - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

The design takes influence from the new school building itself and many of the plan lines are projected from the building enabling the landscape to sit cohesively around it. The soft landscape is slightly raised and is formed by a series of undulating ‘bars’ of different typologies of planting. This change in level give the opportunity to safely enclose the smaller nursery outdoor play area providing a safe practical space.

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Conceptual Visualisation

Construction Detail, Retaining Wall Structure

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Granton Primary School - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Shrub Hill Place Edinburgh was a interesting urban regeneration project in the heart of Edinburgh. The former bus depot now derelict still had some stunning architectural features and this formed the basis of the new masterplan.

The brief outlined a high density of housing considering the site city centre location, this was both challenging and rewarding as a learning experience. A level of detail was achieved through construction detailing of certain elements within the scheme representing urban elements such as drainage channels and tree pits.

Construction Detail, Drainage Detail

Shrub Hill Place - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Presentation Model

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Construction Detail,Tree Pit Detail Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Hailes Sport Park - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Hailes Sport Park is situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh and is a challenging site both in terms of topography and cultural setup.

The design aims to unite the community through new sporting facilities implemented in a logical manner.

The park was carefully designed to ensure ease of access while retaining a particular naturalistic character.

Detailed Section

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

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Edinburgh Old Town From The Scott Monument, Edinburgh, Scotland

Nottingham Art Centre - Nottingham England Edinburgh College of Art

Experiential Studies and Techniques - Edinburgh, Scotland Edinburgh College of Art

The experiential studies and techniques module aimed to give an understanding and recognise the difference between different types of spaces and also to identify and show visually key characteristics in the landscape.

Experiential Studies and Techniques - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

An artistic explorative approach was encouraged with different media and techniques to help convey certain characters of a range of spaces.

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A number of site visits were undertaken with quick recording of data being done on site progressing analysis skills and the ability to pick out the important elements within an area.

Lieth Docks at Dusk

Heavy Industry at the Docks Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Experiential Studies and Techniques - Edinburgh, Scotland - Edinburgh College of Art

Following the initial analysis stage of the project the brief outlined that a walking route though Edinburgh be planned and recorded using similar techniques in a bid to improve and show the potential in hand drawn graphics. The route must be of various spatial experiences and encompass the character of the area.

The route was planned with focal points in mind to help draw you through the various different spaces.

Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

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Edinburgh College of Art

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Nottingham Art Centre - Nottingham England - Edinburgh College of Art 52

Construction Detail for Decking Element

Initial conceptual sketches were encouraged to take an alternative artistic approach Portfolio of Works 2006 - 2011

Andrew Pringle

Edinburgh College of Art

Nottingham Art Centre - Nottingham England - Edinburgh College of Art

Road Contouring Detail

The aims of the brief for the Nottingham Arts Centre project were to introduce the concepts of gradients, contours and cut and fill while introducing site planning and analysis methods to resolve functional and spatil needs.

The design encompasses both functional and aethetic aspects, providing precise and technical design such as the car parking and road gradients. This complemented by the contrasting more informal softer spaces to the south of the art centre.

There is a range of spaces, which serve a mix of uses. The design takes an unusual form due to the concept of reflecting the sites history.

The design seeks to complement the architecture already present on site with use of devices such as landform, planting and water.

A further level of detail was added to the project through small scale construction detailing this adding a new diemension to the design, while also demonstrating that design continues through the scales.

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Edinburgh College of Art

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