ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO Aleta Rodrigues George Brown College Architectural Technology
MAY 2021
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INTERCONNECT RESIDENCE
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URBAN BIKE STOP
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AMPHITRITE
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ETOBICOKE URBAN FOOD HUB
08-09
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PAVILION OF HUMANITY: FIRST CONTACT
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THE SUMMERLAND CENTRE FOR NATURAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE
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INTERCONNECT RESIDENCE - HYDRO BUILDING COLLABORATIVE ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY & STUDIO 6 2021
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Interconnect Residence is retrofitted from the original Etobicoke Civic Centre, into an age-friendly facility is a set of four building blocks to service multiple vulnerable population groups. A key requirement was to preserve the heritage aspects of the site, i.e., the Hydro Building and the historic cenotaph. The Centre Block serves as the recreation/amenities building for the whole site. The South Block functions as a daycare and accommodates the requirements for a seasonal farmer’s market. Long-term care and some dementia residents who can live independently are housed in the North Block, whereas those who have more specialized needs are housed in the Hydro Building. The Hydro Building is a heritage building and its exterior façade was preserved. The interior was retrofitted from an office building into a spacious, multi-storey Dementia Care Centre with three residential floors. Each floor contains single and companion suites, common spaces, activity rooms and elevators. The main floor includes the lobby, common areas, private rooms for socializing and visitation, an art room, accessible washrooms and an inter-connected pathway to the other buildings. The basement includes underground parking, a loading/unloading dock, a staff break-room and storage, utility and laundry room.
SITE PLAN
The facility also has other distinguishing features facilities such as a beautiful ankle pool, extensive landscaping with a Senses Garden, and indoor and outdoor farmer’s market, and various recreation spaces.
FARMER’S MARKET (INDOOR & OUTDOOR)
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HYDRO BUILDING (DEMENTIA CARE CENTRE)
GROUND FLOOR COMMON AREA
COMMON AREA - PLAN DETAIL
ARTS ROOM - PLAN DETAIL
GROUND FLOOR ART ROOM
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URBAN BIKE STOP INDIVIDUAL ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY & STUDIO 3 2019
The Urban Bike Stop was designed as a rest stop for cyclists for daytime or overnight use and is located just behind the historic Tollkeeper’s Cottage at the intersection of Davenport Road and Bathurst Road in Toronto, Ontario. A key requirement was to ensure that the surrounding nature was left undisturbed, and that the structure included sustainable features. The dark wood exterior and interior of this building uses reclaimed wood from Rebarn – a Toronto based company selling salvaged wood. This building also features a large skylight centered over the common area to allow natural heat and light to permeate through. A rainwater harvesting tank is located in the Mechanical/Utility room. While ensuring that the bike stop is environmentally friendly, it exudes a modern, comfortable feel. The irregular shape of the building enhances the exterior design - as the sun arcs across the sky, shadows create darker and lighter contrasts. The Bike Stop features a vestibule, dining area, small kitchen, workshop and mechanical room, and outdoor eating area as common areas. There are also two bedrooms, one attached to a private washroom, and the other with direct access to the common washroom.
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Sleep Room 1 Washroom 1 Washroom 2
Sleep Room 2
Outdoor Eating Area
Common Area
Work Shop Entry Lobby
Vestibule
SITE PLAN
Mechanical/Utility Room
FLOOR PLAN Rain Harvesting System Storage Tank
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WEST ELEVATION
EAST ELEVATION (EXIT TO OUTDOOR EATING AREA)
SOUTH ELEVATION (MAIN ENTRANCE)
NORTH ELEVATION
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AMPHITRITE COLLABORATIVE ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY & STUDIO 5 2020
Amphitrite is a mixed-use residential/commercial building located along Queens Quay E., just off the Toronto Harbourfront, and immediately adjacent to Sherbourne Park. It features unobstructed views over Lake Ontario and a path to stroll along the edge of the harbour. Named after the Greek goddess of the sea, this structure has been designed to bring the imagery of a cruise ship to mind with its sleek, rounded exterior, and its elegant interior layout. The exterior is designed primarily with glass, which mimics light bouncing off water, and provides plenty of natural heat and light to the interior. The top floor of the building includes a socializing amenities area and residential suites. There are five floors with exclusively residential suites. Each unit is accessible, with some units acting as assisted living suites. Every suite in the building includes a step-out balcony. The main floor houses commercial and retail units. The basement includes underground parking.
3D VIEW
Amphitrite has been designed with premium sustainability features, making the building effortlessly efficient as well as luxurious: a rainwater collection system, Toronto bike-share station, low-emissivity double-glazed argon-insulated windows, solar panel system on the roof, Energy Star appliances, electric car charging stations.
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2 BEDROOM ASSISTED LIVING UNIT
SITE PLAN
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3 BEDROOM SUITE
2 BEDROOM SUITE
KITCHEN
DINING AREA
PARTY ROOM
LOCKER ROOM 1
LOCKER ROOM 2 ONE BDRM SUITE
ONE BDRM SUITE
FITNESS AREA
BILLIARDS ROOM POKER ROOM
LIBRARY
LIBRARY (OUTSIDE)
GROUND FLOOR (COMMERCIAL SPACE)
TYPICAL RESIDENTIAL FLOOR
AMENITIES FLOOR
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ETOBICOKE URBAN FOOD HUB COLLABORATIVE ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY & STUDIO 3 2020
The Etobicoke Urban Food Hub is a farmer’s market located at the intersection of The West Mall and Civic Centre Court in Etobicoke, Ontario. The Food Hub includes indoor and outdoor markets. The main entrance faces The West Mall Road. The use of glass throughout the structure brings in natural light, and sets a mood of relaxation and ease. The Food Hub’s outdoor, seasonal farmer’s market is designed to accommodate vendor stalls and seating areas for visitors. A pergola provides some shade and can be covered for hot summer days. During the cold winter season, the pergola can remain uncovered and transforms into a social seating area.
SITE PLAN
The Food Hub’s indoor farmer’s market located on the main floor, is all-season permanent structure, designed to project the feel of an open space. The smaller second floor sits just above the circular area of the first floor, with commercial and training kitchens and office space. The main floor includes a green roof with a large skylight. The skylight brings in natural light and heat, which cuts down energy and electricity costs. The green roof will absorb excess water, increase the biodiversity of the site, and regulate the temperature of the surrounding environment and building interior. It will also shield the roof from the elements and preserve its life span. Brick veneer accents are used on the exterior wall. The second floor has mainly glass curtain walls to allow natural light and heat to permeate through and to provide an unobstructed view of the city and the green roof of the main floor. The insulated roof is easy to install and maintain, prevents thermal bridging and lowers energy costs.
LEVEL 1
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LEVEL 2
EAST ELEVATION
NORTH ELEVATION
SOUTH ELEVATION
WEST ELEVATION
3D VIEW
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PAVILION OF HUMANITY: FIRST CONTACT COLLABORATIVE PROJECT CONCENTRATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE 1 2020
The Pavilion of Humanity: First Contact was designed as an exhibit for potential extraterrestrial visitors, showcasing the evolution of humanity’s accomplishments and innovative solutions leveraging celestial bodies. The pavilion layout resembles planets in orbit around a central body. A path of circulation is established through the use of walls and short corridors to guide visitors through all rooms and areas. Plenty of heat and light is let in through the use of glass and uncovered areas. Multiple entrance and exit points are positioned around the perimeter of the pavilion. The central dome functions as a reception area, with an elevated platform serving as a look-out point over the rest of the pavilion, and a stargazing opportunity during the evenings. Two workshops, two small cafés and a conference room make up five enclosed areas surrounding the dome. A covered performance/theatre area is attached to the conference room. The pavilion also includes an open-air gallery and an open-air performance area.
3D VIEW - ENTRANCE
3D VIEW - ENTRANCE
SECTION VIEW - ELEVATED PLATFORM
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EAST ELEVATION
NORTH ELEVATION
SITE PLAN
WEST ELEVATION
3D VIEW - REAR
SOUTH ELEVATION
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THE SUMMERLAND CENTRE FOR NATURAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE INDIVIDUAL PROJECT CONCENTRATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE 2 2021
The Summerland Centre for Natural and Cultural Heritage is located at the summit of the Giant’s Head Trail, overlooking the Okanagan Lake in British Columbia. This is a popular tourist destination due to the mild climate and numerous fruit orchards/wineries. The centre is a multi-purpose facility with an information centre to educate locals and visitors on the history and culture of Summerland, British Columbia, and the surrounding Okanagan Valley. It is also a place where locals can gather as a community to appreciate the historic significance of the land and to enjoy its natural surroundings. The centre partners with the Sleeping Giant Winery to schedule tours and activities related to the wine culture of the Okanagan Valley. The centre will fit into the existing landscape with minimal disturbance, and take advantage of natural resources to promote sustainability. The use of natural topography in the layout of the site allows the buildings to cascade down the side of the mountain. The elevation provides visitors with a beautiful view over the Okanagan Lake. The materials used in the construction of this Centre are inspired by the large winery culture in and around the Okanagan Valley, with the curved buildings and wood exteriors conjuring images of the curved wooden slats of wine barrels.
GIANT’S HEAD MOUNTAIN, B.C., CANADA (Images taken from Google Earth) 3D VIEW
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LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
PROGRAM OF SPACES Level 1 Building 1: -Washrooms -First Aid/Office -Info Desk/Giftshop
Level 2 Building 1: -Museum/Exhibit focusing on the history of the original settlers of Summerland, the Okanagan People
Building 2: -Activity Rooms for presentation use -Interactive Exhibit focusing on the development of agriculture in Summerland
Building 2: -Museum/Exhibit focusing on the agricultural importance of Summerland, especially the various orchards and wineries
Building 3: -Small cafe & seating area -Meeting point for tours to Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery (located southeast down the mountain) -Outdoor Theatre
SITE PLAN
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Aleta Rodrigues George Brown College Architectural Technology Portfolio May 2021