ARCHITECTUREPORTFOLIO Anastasija Barkovskaja
Bsc Graduate
ARCHITECTUREPORTFOLIO ANASTASIJABARKOVSKAJA 208 Hillcrest Place Edmonton Canada T5R 5X6 E: abarkovskaja@yahoo.com
RECYCLING NUCLEAR POWER PLANT 7 Unit 1 ‘The in-betweeners’ Year 3 project • Fall 2012 - Spring 2013
(BARRY)2 33 Figure Ground Year 2 project • Spring 2012
SUSTAINABLE HOUSING PROJECT 49 House-Scapes: Ecologies of Dwelling Year 2 project • Fall 2011
TEAHOUSE 63 Vertical Studio Year 1 project • Spring 2011
RECYCLING NUCLEAR POWER PLANT Unit 1 ‘The in-betweeners’
Cemaes Bay, Anglesey, Wales, UK Year 3 project • Fall 2012 - Spring 2013 The key focus of the project is the existing Nuclear Power Plant in Cemaes Bay, Anglesey. The Power plant is currently undertaking the process of decommissioning. My main proposal is to how can such a vast building be reused, adapted and still bring the same amount of energy to the place. My main proposal argues, that the island does not require nuclear power in order to boost economy and supply energy to residents. The use of an alternative renewable energy, such as biomass can work efficiently and as good as not the renewable one. Based on completed research, it can be said, that currently, the Isle of Anglesey needs 2 biomass plants in order to supply the amount of homes situated on the island. Moreover, Anglesey has suitable conditions and enough space to involve local growth of trees, which are needed as raw material in biomass plant. Finally, the problem with landfills and household waste can be resolved by introducing a Combustion Plant, which would operate purely on waste. This system as a whole would create a zero waste cycle, consequently, a better environment. In conclusion, the project can be called prototype, because it can be adapted across the UK and potentially improve the environment.
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Llyn Alaw
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Heritage coast
Existing railway Proposed railway extension
Llyn Alaw
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Main population zones Ring road ‘A’ roads Secondary roads Site mark
Forest expansion 33,000 m2 in total
Zero Waste Life Cycle
Wylfa A
Wylfa B
Operates on wood
Operates on household waste
25 MW
Combustion Plant (EfW) - requires 50,000
uses 220,000 tons/year
- 300,000 t/y
10% is sawmill residues
Gasification & Pyrolysis (ATTs) - smaller
198,000 / 6t/acre = 33,000 acres of
and flexible; requires 25-150 t/y
forestry
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Closed Nuclear Power Plants Active Nuclear Power Plants
NUCLEAR POWER STATION INTO BIOMASS
Water vapour
Cooling tower
Steam lines Containment building
Cooling tower
Steam lines
Warm water inlet Turbine
Steam generators
Warm water inlet Turbine
Generator
Transformer
Electricity
Containment building
Control rods
Generator
Transformer
Electricity
Uranium fluel Pump
Cold water basin
Pump Reactor vessel
Cool water source Pump
Condenser
Cooling water
Cold water basin
Cooling water Cool water source
Diagram 1
shows the common arrangement of nuclear power plant
diagram 2
shows which parts of nuclear power station can be recycled and/or adapted in development of new biomass plant (turbine, generator, transformators)
Rainwater
Steam Coil
Chimney High-pressure Boiler
Rocks Sand
Steam lines
Organic Waste
Turbine
Charcoal Electricity
Generator Transformer Ash
Pump Devolitization Reactor
Reforming Reactor
Cold water basin
High-pressure Steam Cool water source Heating Feedwater
diagram 3
shows the system of biomass plant; and the stages of its working system
MASTERPLANNING The concept is urbanisation of isolated areas in Isle of Anglesey, Wales, UK. It is key to communicate the ideas based on the research and make a close connection with them both. My masterplan proposal involves an extension of Cemaes village and conversion of Nuclear power plant into biomass plant, and show that it is an efficient sustainable power source and could work within Anglesey. Finally, the conversion of village into town involves a new development of residential units; introduction of certain facilities, such as hospital, school, shopping centre, etc. It is proposed to make a closer connection with the beach by opening up the main street and introducing new facilities and retail units.
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conceptual model
shows the types of various rooms/galleries/activities and their principal organisation
Pinus strobus Height: 12-24m Needs: full sun
Pinus glabra Height: 10-15m Needs: part sun/part shade
Picea abies Height: 35-55m Needs: part sun/part shade
Pinus strobus Height: 12-24m Needs: full sun
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diagram 1&2
shows the position of 5 different activities/rooms within the museum, according to its relationship to surroundings. (room 1, 2, 3 are Wylfa A oriented; 4, 5 faces new biomass plant) (above) and the sequence of rooms, which creates the timeline (below)
Landscape diagram
shows the principal organisation of forestry/open conservatory around the building
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Private
offices
energy
lab research unit
history
security
cloak room
info community
wc
hall
p
gift shop
cinema
future
park
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lecture theatre biomass
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Axonometric diagram
ORGANOGRAM
shows the main routes for both staff and visitors
shows the organisational principles of key spaces
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site model scale 1:1250
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ground floor plan
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first floor plan
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second floor plan
skylight
insulation
excisting vertical steel member
shows the connection of an existing steel structure and new glass panel
rainwater collection / gutter
roof finish rainwater collection / gutter
concrete slab
concrete slab
corrugated metal deck
corrugated metal deck
metal profiles
metal profiles
excisting concrete wall
excisting concrete wall
skylight
insulation roof finish
excisting vertical steel member
insulation
shows the connection of an existing steel structure and new glass panel
insulation
excisting web truss construction excisting horizontal steel member
excisting horizontal steel member
metal profile
excisting web truss construction
metal profile
silicone sealant
silicone sealant
excisting steel beam
excisting steel beam new concrete panel system (refer to elevation and detail BB)
argon-fitted double glazing
13mm glass 14mm air gap 13mm glass
outside
inside outside
excisting concrete wall
shows the connection of an existing concrete new insulation layer wall, steel column, and new concrete panelling system attaching to a wall excisting steel structural beam
a clip-on panel system
inside
inside
(refer to elevation and detail BB)
13mm glass 14mm air gap 13mm glass
inside
circulation space (balcony) steel structure
shows the connection of an existing concrete wall, steel column, and new concrete panelling system attaching to a wall
new concrete panel system
argon-fitted double glazing
outside
circulation space (balcony) steel structure
excisting concrete wall new insulation layer
excisting steel structural beam
a clip-on panel system
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outside
The main concept is about recycling the existing building (Machine Room) in the nuclear power concrete slab plant in the north coast of Anglesey, Wales. vapour layer The building is presented in the shape of a simple shed. This shed is a portal frame steel construction with a flat truss, supported with web trusses; and concrete walls. The main idea is to retain the existing structure and walls, and adapt it to the needs of a new design. The key issues that is required to be solved is connection details; in particular, connection between new glass panel and existing steel beam; roof and skylight treatment; and improving and adapting existing walls and how can it be covered or exposed in one way or another.
concrete slab gravel layer insulation layer
gravel layer vapour layer
insulation layer
(BARRY)2 Figure Ground Barry, Wales, UK Year 2 project • Spring 2012 Barry town is known for the lack of cultural and social activities; it is declared to be dull and lacking the excitement. It is known, that the main population of the town, which spends most of their time within Barry, are teenagers and elderly people. Based on research, the main aim of the project was to create a public building, which would attract people of different ages and different social statues and backgrounds. It has been decided to design a theatre, which would involve live performances, as well as work as cinema, and community performance theatre. Moreover, Barry seems to lack in public spaces, squares, parks, etc., places, where people could gather and socialize. According to that, it was decided to incorporate the landscape and make it a part of the building concept. The main driving force in designing a building was that an ‘object’ would stand out from the rest of the buildings, and would become the main orienteer of Barry town. The idea of design and shape of the building lies in its simple and crisp shape, which is able to respond to surroundings in its own way. Its facade would be able to ‘transform’ and in a way adapt, in order to be able to make a connection with the outside environment. Overall, it is believed, that the theatre would bring liveliness to Barry and provide the residence and visitors with new passtime activity. It is also hoped, that the building would attract more tourists and encourage people to visit Barry, which would not only ‘mix colours’ in town, but also boost the economy.
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RESPONDS TO 3 SIDES
SITE
RESPONDS TO 2 SIDES
INFILL
RESPONDS TO 4 SIDES
MARKET SPACES
LANDSCAPE
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CUBE
INCREASE THE HEIGHT
REMOVE FRONT WALLS OF GROUND AND FIRST FLOORS
EXPOSED RIGID STRUCTURE
CREATE OPENINGS
HIDE
TRANSFORM AND ADAPT
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north
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SECOND FLOOR PLAN
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FOURTH FLOOR PLAN
east
west
elevations AA
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FIFTH FLOOR PLAN
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THIRD FLOOR PLAN
south
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basement floor plan
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ON ST ET RE
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main floor plan
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SUSTAINABLE HOUSING PROJECT House-Scapes: Ecologies of Dwelling Year 2 project • Fall 2011
Cardiff, Wales, UK Year 2 project • Fall 2011 The idea of this project is based on a research of one ecological system and interpretation of it through architecture. The key sustainable point of project was how to maximise daylight, as well as maximise solar exposure in order to harvest it and generate into energy. The chosen system for the design development was an insect eye, and its response to daylight. It was investigated, which kind of geometrical shape is best suitable for solar gain and has maximum surface. The concept of housing development is to provide residential units for young professionals, couples, and families. As the site is located in the heart of urban development in Cardiff City centre, it was the issue to deal with such disturbing factors as noise and pollution, as well as deal with high-raised buildings in the surrounding area. The main intriguing design aspect in this development is that residential units are elevated thereby creating market spaces underneath. This solves the problem with traffic, major flow of people, and overshadowing. The design of residential units is represented as individual units, joined in the manner, where overshadowing is minimised and creates a secure community. Moreover, the shape of roofs are designed and placed according to sun movement, that each of the units would get some sunlight throughout the day.
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ground floor plan
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first floor plan
typology diagrams
Ecological system
Research results of an insect eye (light preception and costruction)
technical section:
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Young Couples &/or young professionals families
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1 bed unit (1 storey)
One-bedroom flat
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= 2 bed unit (2 storey)
Families
= 3 bed unit (3 storey)
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TEAHOUSE Cardiff, Wales, UK Vertical Studio project • Spring 2011 The teahouse measures two by two metres, the size of two tatami mats, and was constructed with simple techniques and locally sourced materials. The students coppiced hazel wands from the local woodland and wove them into panels before coating in a mixture of soil from the building site opposite and Welsh clay. The design is based on the sixteenth century Japanese teahouse Tai-an in Myoukian temple, Kyoto. This teahouse is thought to be designed by the Japanese tea master Sen No Rikyu. It is a minimal space, only the size of two tatami mats (approx. 2m x 2m), yet forming a highly articulated and intricate space with a subtle play of light and darkness, richly textured earth wall and bamboo woven ceiling. We wanted to create something new from this Japanese masterpiece, transforming its physical presence by employing different construction methods from the original; traditional timber frame with wattle and daub and contemporary DIY techniques. Takeshi Hayatsu Unit leader Kristin Trommler Unit leader
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