a composition of creative endeavours by
ALEXANDER HRYNKIEWICZ
P O R T F O L I O
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226 700 0864 alex.hrynkiewicz@gmail.com www •designtheglobe •com
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special thanks to those who have offered the experiences that have shaped each part of this collection
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preface
person • philosophy
photography nature • travel • narrative
studio
urban • architectural
graphic
process • technical • automotive
ALEXANDER RAYMOND HRYNKIEWICZ Everything is subject to a vast and uniquely layered history of experiences which define the perspectives and outlook of any given individual. These perspectives do not represent a linear time lapse of change, but a cumulative collection of mental knowledge which shapes and characterizes every unique personality. They define the thought process of the individual psyche. Each individual design possesses a history of its own in which the perspectives of the designer converge to create a unique narrative. This chronicle defines the variables, constraints and objectives of the situation as they are woven with the perspectives and knowledge of a designer or team in order to define a form and function. All designs hold a meaning and history which represent a culmination of the past and present. Knowledge itself is not sufficient in the quest for meaningful design. It is the perspectives and experiences which allow the psyche to break free from a linear mold. These perspectives allow an ability to process information in a limitless lateral form where there is never a defined alpha nor omega.
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unity
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T R I A N G U L AT E
PERSPECTIVE IS EVERYTHING
the process of determining a position by measuring angles in relation to a fixed baseline
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the use of two (or more) methods in order to verify the results of a study
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defining an ideology against a traditional democratic spectrum
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philosophia “love of wisdom”
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the pursuit of perspective to broaden a designers quantity and quality of solutions is to enrich a pool of the future
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any idea or solution is only as powerful as the perspectives utilized in its execution
Focus “Coloured Perspective�
the importance of perspective is not constrained to a designers personal experience the presentation of information manipulates the perspective of an individual based on where focus is placed through powerful elements such as colour and layout
Hue “Rain and Ruin”
• HUE 1. a gradation or variety of colour 2. a city in central Vietnam This series encapsulates the desolate nature of a once prosperous Ngyuen Dynasty located at the heart of Hue, Vietnam. Beneath chalk grey clouds and a moist dew the hue of prosperity and life sprouts from these ruins as a sign of the dominance of the past and the fulfillment of the future. The location’s namesake represents a profound allusion to the intuitive contrast that results from the gentle hue of both natural elements and painted facades against a barren backdrop.
Plain of Jars “Personification”
• PLAIN OF JARS 1. a mysterious megalithic burial site 2. one of the most heavily bombed areas in the world This series presents an area, located in Laos, best known for death. The history of the land is embodied in an array of ancient stone burial urns strewn across a landscape that in more recent times experienced the most intense aerial raids ever conducted by the USA. Under a thin veil of fog the past is eerily personified as an atmosphere of lost souls grits the air above a landscape tinged in deep orange hues as if the blood of history has stained the surrounding soil and foliage itself.
Plan “Dimensional Perspective�
the ability to render a conceptualization is vital to visual communication the greater the context created, the more practical these representations become creating useful tool for both analysis purposes and client coordination
313 “Unified Narrative”
chak • ra 1. the seven centers of spiritual power in the human body 2. seven energy centers aligned from the base of the spine to the top of the head
anchor old centre
sacral sensory garden
Unity in design can be found through a strong narrative. This third year design studio connected and revitalized an historic industrial district to the existing CBD. In order to provide a proper unifying element the Chakra System
stomach market
heart gym
was used as a figurative and literal design philosophy. Like the connection of the Chakras in the body our site design was connected in the same way. An array of mini nodes were located within the site, within a 250m walking radius of two other nodes.
throat speaker’s corner
brain studio space
crown commercial
409 “Urban Remediation�
This fourth year design studio focused on the revitalization of an urban node. The design of an urban wetland system was implemented to remedy environmental damage caused by a concrete storm drain while retaining flood management properties. This urban oasis was strongly connected to the core of the node as well as a northern stadium construction to ensure optimal walkability throughout the area. A full activity calendar and shadow analysis was done.
Urbanized “Adaptation�
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urban void
support structure
compartments
minimal area
Growing income inequality is becoming an increasing problem throughout the developed world. This design imagines the use of modular prefabricated units in the provision of micro-apartments within urban voids. The design is an affordable alternative, within dense urban cores, for students, singles and lower-income families.
Utopia “Sustainability”
radial design
hydro electricity
ENERGY
CONCEPT
community rail
COMMUNITY LINE
reservoir
RESERVOIR
terminal station
STATION/NODE
agriculture
NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL
city link
DEVELOPEMENT CONNECTION
COMMUNITY LINE Community Lines HIGH high DENSITY density RESIDENTIAL residential
MEDIUM mediumDENSITY density RESIDENTIAL residential
local agriculture
rail transit
AGRICULTURAL agricultural LABOURERS residences
river andINLET lake RIVER
AND OUTLET
LRT network
LRT NETWORK
NATURAL AND agricultural AGRICULTURAL
HYDROELECTRIC NUCLEAR hydro generator nuclear reactor GENERATOR
REACTOR
ENERGY TYPES Energy Modes ELDERLY CARE elderly care RESIDENCES residences
AMMENITY NODE amenity node AND andSTATION station
HYDRO hydro ELECTRIC electricity
NUCLEAR nuclear REACTION reaction
RESIDENTIAL residential PHOTOVOLTAIC photo voltaic
AGRICULTURAL agricultural WINDFARMS wind farms
MINIMAL minimal COMBUSTION combustion
The sustainability of our globalized economy has come under major scrutiny as ecosystems become increasingly polluted and resources continue to diminish. This design considered an economy of a more localized dimensions where nodes of density are serviced by rail networks and sustained through local agriculture. These radial civilizations use hydro electricity generated from the lakes at their centres while taking power from centralized nuclear generators from inhabited locales. The design strives for a sustainable future with a focus on environment.
Refine “Thoughtful Perspective�
the refinement of any idea or design is not complete in the visual aspects of its presentation every decision and element within a design must hold a reasoning for its existence
WESTMOUNT ROAD EAST
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BUS STOP
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342.5
LAURENTIAN DRIVE
CB : 341.65
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ONE WAY ACCESS
EXISTING STRUCTURE
NO PARKING - LOADING ZONE
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342.5 ENTRY - EXIT
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GARBAGE BINS
HP : 343.09
36 0
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17.5 meters
TECHNICAL D E TA I L
The graphical presentation of information in order to visually communicate information and ideas remains a vital asset. Most importantly this communication must be executed in a clear and precise manner which is visually appealing while remaining focused and easily followed. The greater the technical content within these visually the greater the importance of clarity in order to ensure detail isn’t lost, overlooked or difficult to access.
PROCESS
MEANING IN DESIGN Every design has stages of development in which basic elements are defined and constraints are established. This process is best undertaken in a visual manner which can be retraced, examined and analyzed. Each stage overlaps with the previous to create a cohesive narrative which the design is formulated on. The diagrams below represent only a simple example of such an exercise.
Portfolio Composition 2014 Alexander Hrynkiewicz
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