ALDRICH CHOY
PORTFOLIO 2014- 2015
CONTENTS
DESIGN REPORT
PROSPECT AND REFUGE
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PROSPECT AND REFUGE Project 3 : Natural environment This project is to build a marine observatory, an extension of Newcastle University in Amble. However, it also doubles as a community centre for the people of Amble. The site location’s significance is evident from the weekly held sunday market as well as the bridge being one of the town’s recreational spots. It is important that this project not only preserves the natural beauty of the site but also enhances it. This project aims to redefine the space by changing it into a centre for the community of Amble.
Sunday market
Project 3 : Diagramatic developments Since the form of the structure cannot be changed, the idea is to create a landscape and design the plinth such that it blends into the surrounding context. Below shows the diagramatic changes made to fit the cube into context.
Cube structure on site.
Routes to site
Plinth sloped and designed to connect to the beach.
Site
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Entrance of the cube is landscaped with trees to give a ‘soft’ entrance from the custom house.
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2. Site diagram
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4. Sketches
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Project 3 : Models
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The models were an exploration of the plinth form in relation to its context. The final model was designed to have different vantage points around the structure to admire nature from different perspectives as well as to channel human traffic flow towards the bridge, a significant element of the site.
The models were an exploration of the plinth form in relation to its context. The final model was designed to have different vantage points around the structure to admire nature from different perspectives as well as to channel human traffic flow towards the bridge, a significant element of the site.
1-2. 1:100 Study models
3. Interior model
4. 1:100 final model on site
Background. Close-up of final model
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Key: 1. Lobby 2. Temporary exhibition space 3. Ferry waiting area 4. Lecture hall 5. Marine aquarium room 6. Flexible teaching centre 7. Informal study area 8. Admin office 9. Seminar room 10. Library 11. Study cells 12. Shared study space 13. Observation deck 14. Cafe
Project 3 : Floor plans and section
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Scale 1:200
Ground Floor
Scale 1:200
Scale 1:200
First Floor
Second Floor
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Scale 1:200
Third Floor
Scale 1:200
Fourth Floor
Technical studies
Metal facade joint
Key: 1. Aluminium mullion 2. Aluminium transon 3. Double-glazed unit with infill 4. Aluminium pressure plate 5. Aluminium cap 6. EPDM gasket 7. EPDM therml strip
Window frame facade
Key: 1. Metal frame 2. SIP wall panel 3. Metal lateral tie plate nailed to the top and bottom of bottom plate 4. Insulation 5. Floor (I-Joists) 6. Metal lateral tie plate nailed to the top and bottom of top plate 7. Nails on both sides 8. continuous sealant on each side of framing 9. Sheathing board Wall floor joint 16
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Project 3 : Interior renders The triple void acts as a lightwell for the structure. The atmosphere in the exhibition space is further intensified with different infill patterned windows, casting spots of shadows into the space. Mimicking the experience of being under a tree, with nature.
Marine aquarium room
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At the cafe, the curved timber framed walls forms the boundaries of the space, while the 360 degrees observation deck surrounds it. In the afternoon sun, the timber frame structure is revealed at the ceiling, casting an interesting shadow against the curved walls.
Cafe
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Project 3 : Exterior renders The triple void acts as a lightwell for the structure. The atmosphere in the exhibition space is further intensified with different infill patterned windows, casting spots of shadows into the space. Mimicking the experience of being under a tree, with nature.
View in the day
Observation deck
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PROSPECT AND REFUGE * redesigned
View at night
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Project 3 : Diagrams
Project 3 : Models
Key: 1. Lobby 2. Temporary exhibition space 3. Ferry waiting area 4. Lecture hall 5. Marine aquarium room 6. Flexible teaching centre 7. Informal study area 8. Admin office 9. Seminar room 10. Library
Project 3 : Floor plans
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Ground Floor
First Floor Scale 1:200
Second Floor Scale 1:200
Third Floor Not to scale
Fourth Floor Not to scale
Not to scale
Project 3 : Floor plans and section
LIVING ON THE EDGE
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LIVING ON THE EDGE
Project 2: Site and history analysis
Project 2 : Sketches and experimentation
The aim of this project is to design a foyer that can accommodate 8 homeless as well as 3 additional staff. The building must also consists of a glass factory (located at site C) to equip the homeless with glass making skills. The greatest issue with this project is about integrating the homeless back into the community. My initial concept was to create transparency for the public but at the same time protect the privacy of those staying in the building.
Site
Maximising space
Creating volume
Designing form
Organising space
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Concept is to provide transparency in public spaces while providing privacy in private spaces. This led to the idea of having public spaces at street levels while private spaces at the top. The idea is further developed by creating two focal points. One for the public space and another for the private space. The focus in the public space is the exhibition area while in the private area, where as the living room becomes the focus in the private space.
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7. Scale 1:1250 site map
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Ouseburn valley had been the cradle for Newcastle during the industrial revolution. The valley was the main form of transport for goods. Presently, the heavy industries have left and what is left behind are a few workshops, a farm and some pubs such as The Cluny. 12
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Project 2 : Models 1.
1: 200 study models have helped investigated the possibilities of the spaces in relation to the river. This consideration pushed circulation spaces towards the side facing lime street while living spaces are brought forward, offering a view of the river.
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The final 1:50 models provided more information of how the light would enter the spaces. In pictures 1a, 1b, 2a and 2b the corridors are lit up through the south facing windows. Lighting up the walkway before users enter the living spaces. In pictures 3a, 3b and 3c, light enters directly into the work spaces to allow better lighting under work conditions.
1-3. 1:200 study model
4. 1:100 final model on site model
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1. 1:50 triple void model
2. 1:50 study room model
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3. 1:50 workshop model 3c.
Project 2 : Floorplans, section and elevation
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Entrance from Ouseburn river
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Entrance from Ouseburn river
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Ground Floor
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First Floor Key: 1. Store room 2. Hotshop 3. Teaching space 4. Coldshop 5. Lobby 6. Roof garden 16
Key: 7. Tutor’s flat 8. Tutor’s dining room 9. Student’s flat 10. Student’s common room 11. Laundry room 12. Student’s dining room 13. Study room
Second Floor
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Third Floor
Fourth Floor
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Project 2 : Final renders and drawings The outdoor exhibition and transparent workshop becomes an attraction for the public. The preconceive notion of foyers being uninviting is redefined. Programmes are made public to show transparency as well as to create opportunities for the public to interact with the people from the foyer.
As seen from the section, the relationship between the site and the workshops are transparent. The public can look through the work spaces and still get a glimpse of the river from Lime street, as well as to see the activities happening in the workshops.
Having the outdoor exhibition space facing the foyer brings attention to Ouseburn river. Though there have been rejuvenation plans in that area, progress has been slow. With the public’s attention brought to the river there might be a higher awareness for the rejuvenation plans to speed up.
In the private living areas the corridors facing lime street acts as a buffer zone for additional privacy.
Scale 1:100
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PLACED DISPLACED
View across Ouseburn river
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PLACED DISPLACED
Project 1 : Investigating details
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Project 1 : Light test and space organisation
This project wants us to build for a small terrace house for a family of three. They objective of this project is to design a comfortable home for them. Their passion for outdoor activities such as cycling should be considered in this design. In addition, they have a collection of contemporary paintings and a few local pottery that they treasure. The initial idea that I have is to create accessibility for the bicycles as well as to create lighting through a light well at the north side of the house. With the use of a timber frame structure, the idea is to create an open plan house for comfortable living and bigger playing space for the family.
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The idea of circulation spaces wrapped around the display case becomes a journey for the occupants. As they travel up the stairs, photographs, pottery collection and other memorabilia evoke memories and past experiences. 8.
1. Scale 1:1000 site map
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1-3. Interior plans and sketches
4-7. Sketches of light and wind effects with the lightwell
8. 1:100 final model
9. 1:50 detail model
10-12. Close-up of 1:100 model
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Project 1 : Floor plans, section and isometric Key: 1. Daughter’s bedroom 2. Toilet 3. Master bedroom 4. Bicycle storage 5. Dining room 6. Display case lightwell
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Final renderings and drawings Key: Entrance 1. Garden 2. Dining room 3. Toilet 4. Master bedroom 5. Bicycle storage 6. Daughter’s bedroom 7. Sitting space 8. Toilet
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The final design is an open plan concept built using a timber frame structure. Circulation spaces wrapping around the display case which doubles as a lightwell.
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a. Master bedroom
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Project 1 : Final Render
View from Waldo street
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