Annika J. Lyon architecture portfolio selected works 2021
CONTENTS ABOUT MASTERS PROJECTS
BACHELOR PROJECTS
ABOUT ANNIKA J. LYON cand.arch, architect MAA
I am a newly-graduated architect from the Master of Architecture at the Aarhus School of Architecture. For the last two years, I have been exploring my interest in sustainable architecture through Studio 3: Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment. I grew up in Sydney, Australia, and graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Architecture and Environments in 2017. In 2018/2019, I spent a year living in Copenhagen, where I attended a højskole and began learning Danish in a bid to connect with my Danish family heritage. After my højskole stay, I worked as a student assistant with Arkitema Architects. I greatly enjoyed this unique opportunity to experience a different cultural perspective on architecture and design, as well as the challenges that come with relocating overseas. In 2019, I moved to Aarhus to study a Master of Architecture at the Aarhus School of Architecture. Here I developed my interest in sustainability and circularity, primarily through designing for reuse and working with timber construction, which are topics I hope to continue to engage with in my professional career.
nationality Danish Australian
education 2019-2021
Master of Architecture at Arkitektskolen Aarhus
2018-2019
Student at Københavns Sprogcenter
2018
Student at Suhrs Højskole (autumn/efterår)
2015-2017
Bachelor of Architecture and Environments at the University of Sydney
2012-2014
Barker College (high school)
2009-2011
Cheltenham Girls High School
2002-2008
Eastwood Heights Primary School
contact email:
annika.lyon96@gmail.com
linked in:
linkedin.com/in/annika-lyon
mobile:
+45 9153 0996
website:
ajlyonarchitecture.wordpress.com
MaSTErS PrOjECTS
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The Library of Things enriching Copenhagen’s circular economy
Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment
Masters Thesis Project Individual Project Supervisor: Nacho Ruiz Allen
Left Axonometric drawing of the project
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Above 1:50 scale model of a fragment of the library
With
the
Resource
UN’s
International
Panel
predicting
extreme growth in global material consumption – rising from 40 billion tonnes in 2010, to 90 billion tonnes by 2050 – we are facing a massive resource and waste problem. The circular economy, which aims to design out waste and keep existing products and materials in use, could be a solution to this. The city of Copenhagen has begun integrating circular strategies into the city’s recycling plan, and aims to have most citizens utilising sharing, swap or reuse schemes in the city – resulting in an overall tripling in reuse by 2024. What role can architecture play in facilitating this goal? The Library of Things provides a place where citizens can borrow household items such as an electric drill or a sewing machine, minimising individual household consumption
by
sharing
underutilised
items
between
many. Above Western elevation of the site Below Visualisation of the interior of the library
The site is situated in Nordhavn’s Århusgadekvarteret, a young but vibrant sustainable harbourside
district.
The
area is characterised by
the
retention
and revitalisation of existing
structures,
including
several
concrete and
silos numerous
gabled
red-brick
workhouses, whose textures and colours have been mimiced throughout the new developments. The has
site four
itself existing
structures on it, all with the potential for transformation and renewal in a new structure.
The
(LoT)
The LoT concept can be expanded
concept allows users to borrow all
Library
upon to include services and
manner of underused household
learning
objects and niche items outside of
repurposing, or reusing existing
the traditional material associated
items
with
enhancing circular behaviours in
libraries.
of
Things
Objects
include
spaces and
for
clothes,
repairing, further
everything from gardening tools
the community.
to cake pans, party supplies,
On a social level, the project
camping gear, board games and
aimed to replicate the qualities
musical instruments, and aims to
of traditional libraries, including
capitalise on the density of the city
combatting
to reduce unsustainable resource
providing neutral spaces for people
consumption and improve access
of all demographics to meet, and
to
offering affordable access to skill-
items
for
different
income
groups.
Over the Page, Above Longitudinal section through the site and the district Over the Page, Below Photo series of the textures found in the Århusgadekvarteret
social
isolation,
building and information resources.
Left, Above Diagram demonstrating how the Library of Things is a circular concept, by allowing objects to be reintegrated into the library numerous times before disposal Left, Below Assorted items one could borrow from a LoT
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In order to densify the site vertically,
the
and the building is detailed with
existing structures are removed.
the
roofs
of
hanging plants and reused and
The structural system design
circular materials.
was informed by the gable of
The original red brick structures on the site are retained, and the
faces Århusgade, carrying the
colour red is tied into threshold
silhouette across the site in four
and circulation spaces through
channels. Masses are stepped
red metal doorways and red
back from the street to make
perforated
an engaging streetfront, and a
Cladding includes timber and
plaza is created in the centre
polycarbonate materials, green
as a quiet space to catch some
roofs, and reused clay roof tiles
sunshine away from the bustling
in a new brise-soleil over the roof
roads. An open and green
terrace.
Above Urban massing explaining the main architectural response
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steel
stairways.
Right Visualisation of the approach to the site from the metro station along Århusgade
The project uses a design for reuse strategy, essentially imagining the building as a library of materials for future use. A design for disassembly strategy is employed in the design of the timber glulaminate structural system, to ensure maximum adaptability of the structure over time. Joints use bolts and steel plates, and aim to show an honest expression of the tectonic composition. to ensure an open and airy feeling on street level, however beams can be added to densify the structure
Left Disassemblable joints used in the structural system
Right, Above Cross section through the LoT, winter gardens, and bicycle workshop
Above The adaptable timber glulaminate structural system
Right, Below Cross section through the cafe, open plaza, and retail space
The program was developed to include
adjacent
space in the Århusgadekvarteret,
socio-cultural
actors that would help the LoT
as possible for a blend of indoor
become
community
and outdoor urban green spaces.
centre. These include a workshop
a
vibrant
These are expressed in the form
space for upcycling and repairing,
of enclosed winter gardens, which
a bicycle workshop, retail spaces,
allow locals to sit in a garden
shared car parking spaces, a
environment year-round, and an
cargo bike rental, and a cafe.
open urban plaza with lawns,
Addressing the lack of open green
shrubbery and shade trees.
Over the Page the proposal Above Longitudinal section through the primary functions in the project
Right Visualisation of the winter garden outside the workshop, where visitors can also work on their projects yearround. Hanging plants within the structural system add vibrancy
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Central to any library is the ability to
enabling green walls and plant life to be
store and display the objects it contains.
established across the site.
The design of the shelving system aims to replicate the construction system,
A
consisting of columns with supports
implemented to create a mezzanine in
that can be added or removed in order
double-height spaces. In the library, this
to facilitate the storage of various-sized
maximises storage space and access
objects. The system is expanded upon in
along the back wall, while in the winter
the winter gardens and exterior spaces
garden offering an experience above the
to allow for planter boxes to be stored,
tree tops.
Left, Above Fragment drawing of the library and the shelving system
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light-weight
Left, Below Fragment drawing of the winter garden and the planter box system
steel
structure
Over the Page Perspective section showing the Library of Things space, roof terrace, and winter garden
is
Floating Højskole on Egholm learning to live with the water in North Jutland’s Limfjord
Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment
9th Semester (5th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Nacho Ruiz Allen
The increasing temperatures brought by climate coastlines. Due to its status as a peninsula, the threat of rising sea levels and increased storm surges is very real for Denmark and the numerous coastal cities dotted along its edges. Adaptation strategies here are assuming a sea level rise of 0.1-0.5m by 2050, and between 0.2-1.4m by 2100, with potential for storm surges to increase by up to 60cm by 2050 and 1.7m by 2100. On the island of Egholm in North Jutland’s Limfjord, the concerns of rising sea levels and storm surges hits very close to home. Lying a mere 1,5 metres above the sea level at its highest natural point, the island is extremely vulnerable – in fact, it is estimated that most of the island will be underwater by 2050. The project imagines a new adaptable vernacular, where rather than protecting from, avoiding, and attacking the ocean, we instead learn to live with the water.
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Current design and engineering approaches sea
levels
unsightly,
towards are
rising
often
ignorant
costly,
of
their
ecological context, and based on predictions of change that can
present
present
storm surges
storm surges
2050+
2100+
departure
departure
alter with time. The design of a nature højskole off the coast of Egholm island explored
the
capacity
of
architecture to respond to and engage with the water, rather than avoiding it.
Over the Page Visualisation of the approach to
Left Diagrams demonstrating the built response to rising sea levels in two conditions: left, starting in a tidal zone; right, starting on low-lying
Below the coast, and the activity house on land
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Analysing a series of case studies helped to form an understanding of
existing
contemporary
vernacular architecture
and amphibious, a combination of
and in
allows the structure to rise with the water in extreme weather events.
Three main approaches were found:
Aspects such as the poetic and
accommodate, occurring through
aesthetic values of each typology were also analysed to create the larger narrative of the architectural
ACCOMODATE
FLOAT
AMPHIBIOUS
water and raises or moves away
project.
Left 3 case studies of buildings interacting with water were selected and analysed for their tectonic and poetic qualities. Concept models helped to form an understanding of how each strategy engaged and reacted to the water Below Working models of timber structures inspired by vernacular half-timber constructions used in Denmark
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Over the Page, Above Detail of the mooring post structures to the steel frames Over the Page, Below Sections illustrating the imagined lifetime scenario sea levels change
The design expresses sea level rise through an exoskeleton
Once the building reaches the top of the frames (estimated within the next 100 years), it will depart Egholm and move to a
the water. The height of these frames will allow for the building
location close the harbour.
to rise 1.4m, in accordance with the predicted sea level rise
On a daily basis, the mooring system provides a unique
for 2100. In this way, the future sea level can be visualized by
experience for the inhabitants, as tidal changes, wildlife, and
passersby, and create some understanding about the future
weather can be encountered in a different way than on land.
that the building is preparing for. CURRENT SITUATION 0.0M+
30 YEARS + STORM SURGES 0.5M+
80+ YEARS 1.4M+
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The program of a nature højskole creates a place
inspired by nature, and culture.
where students can learn about and form an appreciation of the diversity of the coastline, as
The aim of this is to produce engaged citizens
they live their daily lives on the water.
who have an awareness of their impact on the environment, and the ability to critically analyse
The school is imagined to offer a range of
actions they make in their personal lives,
activities related to the coastline and draw upon
careers, and communities in the future. In a way
the other programs being designed on the island,
the students become caretakers of the land,
as well as organisations across Aalborg and
with an encompassing understanding of how
North Jutland, to create a curriculum of topics ecological richness around them in a sustainable rewilding, recreational activities on the water, art
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and responsible manner.
Locating the primary building off the
and learning, and shared dormitory
coast of the island creates a daily
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ritual in which the students arrive on
students.
the island for a day of activities, and then depart it in the evening by boat,
Focus was placed on developing
further enhancing the experience of
opportunities to come in contact with
living on the water.
the water, with a series of foldable decks designed to attach to the steel
Programmatic
functions
include
frames and be opened or closed
a boathouse for docking canoes
according to seasonal occupation and extreme weather events.
living space for dining, relaxing
Over the Page, Left Floor plan of the dormitory buildings
and provide multiple opportunities to view or interact with it daily
Over the Page, Right Perspective section looking inside the dorm rooms. Focus was put into designing built-in furniture that would enhance the connection to the water
Left Axonometric construction drawing showing the detailing of the structure in a way that allows for easy renovation and disassembly
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Over the Page, Above Left Section through the common spaces in the off-season/winter, when the building is not occupied Over the Page, Below Left Section through the common running. The fold out decks
extend the space and provide proximity to the water Over the Page, Right Floor plan of the boathouse and common buildings Right Above Visualisation of the boathouse
Right, Below Visualisation of the interior of the common room Below Segment of the facade elevation of the common building
CO-LAB a cultural cooperative in Berlin
The density of occupation and proximity of people in cities allows for great potentials in the sharing of resources, information and ideas, ultimately offering sustained growth in economic, cultural and social areas. But are we able to maximise
of society struggles to participate? By the banks of the River Spree, in the very south-eastern corner of Berlin’s Mitte neighbourhood, lies an empty plot of land. Set in an area with a thriving cooperative building scene - including projects such as the urban Holzmarkt and the Spreefeld apartments, and less formal settlements like the Köpi Cultural Center and Teepee Land - the architect imagines a new commercial cooperative space to engage with the riverside and create a new community for creatives in the heart of Berlin.
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Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment
8th Semester (4th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Nuria Casais
Combining user groups including the
spaces, several architecture and other
DAZ (German Architecture Center), artists in need of affordable studio
Over the Page Visualisation of one of the public roof terraces Right, Above Longitudinal section of the site
Right, Below Diagram illustrating the program, stakeholders involved in the project, and their interactions
community of the neighbourhood, a vision for a sustainable cooperative
material innovation lab, and the greater
space is desired.
The building emerges between three
levels and rooftop terraces, creating a
primary channels of movement: a
diverse and accessible facade.
road that divides the site in half, and
The creation of a workshop space,
two pedestrian paths leading from
with facilities and equipment for
the main street towards the river.
woodworking, modelmaking, working
The built massing is based upon the
with clay, digital fabrication and
dimensions of the structural system,
production and more, is imagined as a
and is stepped back at upper levels to
place for interaction and commoning
ensure adequate daylight access to all
between the different user groups, and with the local community around
building allow public access to all
them.
Above Urban massing diagrams Left plan Below Cross section showing the parkland, public terraces on multiple levels, and internal workspaces
Importance was given to maintaining the character and artwork on the parti walls on the site edge. In order to facilitate this, an open-air walkway to the river was designed, creating a quiet facade on the western side of the site. Investigations
into
the
facade
Above Longitudinal section through the site and the Spree River
transparency explored the possibilities for interaction and transparency between building occupants and passers-by in this narrow passageway to the water.
Left Working model to explore facade transparency
Below Individual facade situations. These model segments could be moved around the model to explore different facade combinations.
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Left Detail drawing of the timber joints used in the construction system. Originally 1:10 Above Exploded axonometric drawing of the structural system and facade elements
Design for disassembly is used to guide the development of a building structure needs change, and the potential to respond to economic and environmental changes that may occur in the city in the longer-term. Ideas surrounding material reuse and durability are also challenged.
Heavily inspired by metabolist
traditional views about space-
architecture, the building itself
rental and reuse, and integrates
uses an ‘open-frame’ concept,
design
where user groups can build, or
closed-loop recycling of materials
‘plug-in’, their own work or studio
to ensure that each new segment
space according to their changing
of the building is created in a
needs. This idea intends to revisit
sustainable manner each time.
Right Diagrams explaining the structural system and the capacity to add/remove structural elements in order to create different external/internal situations Far Right, Above Initial scenario of a segment of the building Far Right, Below Imagined future scenario of this segment of the building, demonstrating the adaptability of the structural system
for
disassembly
and
The Moving Structures at Lønstrup
Studio 3
Adapting to shifting territories on Denmark’s west coast
Created for an architect’s retreat on the cliffs of the coastal town of Lønstrup, the moving structures at Lønstrup are a series of modular building elements designed to be disassembled and
relocated
as
their
contextual
environment shifts over time. The exposed west coast of Denmark is highly susceptible to harsh winds and waves, which has resulted in the erosion of much of the coastline - from low-lying dunes to cliffs - at a rate of up to 3 metres per year. With issues of coastal erosion and rising sea levels affecting millions of people across the world under the increasing threats of climate change, the role of the architect in responding to and helping us adapt to these issues must be questioned. Furthermore, what role can architectural strategies of prefabrication, modularity, and design-for-disassembly play in adapting
to
these
rapidly
environmental conditions?
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shifting
Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment
7th Semester (4th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Urszula Kozminska
Over the Page, Left
Conceived as a social discussion piece for
and research with the visiting public and
ideas of temporal architecture in response
local community, in a bid to improve
to climate issues, the design provides a
the relationship between architects and
raising awareness about the coastal erosion
working retreat for architects to conduct
the general public and discuss ideas
stays of 1-2 weeks duration, where they
around thoughtful building. The buildings
Over the Page, Right Mapping and site analysis
can hold workshops, conduct research
themselves are designed to be assembled
and
Above Storyboard of the overall concept for the building lifespan
development,
physical
for a short lifespan, and then disassembled
architectural
into parts for transportation to a new site
solutions for similar sites and situations.
when the original site becomes too unsafe
Located along a popular walking trail to
to inhabit. The use of local materials for the
Rubjerg Knude lighthouse, the retreat will
building cladding is intended to enhance
also open to the public to share knowledge
the connection with the local context.
prototypes
of
and
possible
test
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The majority of project development
could draw inspiration for contextual
was
solutions and their detailing.
focused
repeatable
on
modular
designing system
a that
could adjust to many situations.
Greatly inspired by the success of
Ideas around ‘self-build’ (being able
the
open-source
WikiHouse,
the
to construct the structure without contracting a builder or architect) and
be repeated and mirrored to provide
readable modular elements to ensure
new spaces, and a ‘kit of parts’
accessibility were key to this idea.
that would be used to assemble a
Research into vernacular building
whole structure. This system would
styles
greater
allow users to cut and assemble as
contemporary
many building frames as desired,
in
Denmark
Scandinavia, modular
and
housing
and
systems
from
and assemble them in a range of
across the world, provided a bank
formations according to needs and
of existing knowledge from which I
site constraints.
1st Column Summerhouse case studies
Above Modules in different combinations
2nd Column Modular and prefabricated seld-build houses case studies
Over the Page, Top Site plan of the buildings, illustrating their proximity to the cliff and start point of the walking trail to Rubjerg Knude
3rd Column Case studies of self-build system elements and joints
Over the Page, Middle Section B through buildings
4th Column Sketch details and system elements of own design
Over the Page, Below Kit of parts and assembly instructions for the designed structures
Above Explorations of the inhabitable wall designed into the modular system Below Landscape section through the site
Adaptability was built into the
the building to sit on any terrain.
design so it could be reformatted
A simple secondary structure
to suit a new site and program,
provides a sturdy base onto which
following
from
a variety of cladding options
Lønstrup. Without knowing the
could be attached – the idea
future site, the aim was to build
being that one could source local
for as many future possibilities
materials at each site with which
as
its
possible.
conditions
departure
Diverse
were
terrain
tackled
by
an inhabitable wall on one side of
introducing round pieces at the joints, allowing the walls (or legs)
to furnish, store, or inhabit each
to be rotated to angles and letting
frame in a different way.
Left, Above Material and structural components of the module Left, Below Illustration of how the built expression and cladding changes in different contexts Below Diagrams showing the adjustable legs and hinges of the structure.
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Bachelor Projects
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The Museum of Biomimicry & Technology A cultural and educational landmark to activate the Camperdown Precinct
Design Integration Lab: Capstone Semester 2, 3rd Year Individual Project Result: High Distinction
Tutor: Dr Christhina Candido Email: christhina.candido@ sydney.edu.au
Left Perspective of the building viewed from Parramatta Rd
Below Closeup of 1:100 scale model
The Museum of Biomimicry and Technology (MoBaT), is a new centre for education and
inner-city life in Camperdown.
organisms and systems found in nature. Building
programs through exposure to new ideas and
also operates as a space for interdisciplinary play.
URBAN ANALYSIS A detailed exploration was
conducted
to
understand the role of the
museum
project
Camperdown precinct and
adding
to
the
was collected from local documents and multiple site on the corner of a prominent
intersection
was selected as the museum site, using the
Right Series of axonometric urban study diagrams looking at key precinct areas.
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URBAN RESPONSE
south axis, allowing for a clear
residential properties and contains
and Parramatta Road, and opening up the roof to cooling summer northdirectly to the front door of the museum, and a new off-road cycle southern one, which contains the
path to cater to the local cycling population and tie into future cycling amenity plans.
Above Mass modelling diagram showing evolution of the building form
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Right Urban intervention for public transport access to the museum
Above Urban interventions for community uses Left
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Over the page, Above Final museum built form derivation Over the page, Below Section through exhibition spaces of
the museum, showing
community amenities, including a lecture theatre and an outdoor amphitheatre, allowing local community groups
from the skylights Below Elevation drawing of the building in context
A folded plate structural system was selected for its structural strength, intriguing faceted form, and its
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CONSTRUCTION & DETAILING
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Right Façade composition
Above Façade elevation, illustrating primary materials to street front
Right, Above Façade composition, focus on
Right, Below Indicative diagram of the steel truss folded plates system
Left Selection of models: 1:100 section model, 1:500 site model, and concept model. Right 1:100 section cut model. Constructed of boxboard, plywood, basswood, and polypropylene.
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Inner-city Townhouse Addition An addition to an existing semi-detached dwelling
Architectural Professional Practice Semester 2, 3rd Year Individual Project
Result: Distinction Tutor: Matt Markham-Lee
This project was an exercise in analysing and responding to state and local through the design of an addition to an existing semi-detached dwelling
A full set of detailed DA drawings were produced, demonstrating the proposed addition’s compliance with
Left Render of the proposed addition Right Section cut drawing
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Above Longitudinal section Right
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ADDRESS
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Eco-House
Sustainable Architectural Practice
An ecologically sustainable development demonstration space located on campus
Water management strategies such as rain water collection, grey water the conception and detailing of an
a composting toilet were employed, while the life cycle and potential reuse of all materials used in construction
for social and educational purposes. Right Aerial plan of building in Cadigal Green site at USYD
placement of windows to allow cross-
structural insulated panels.
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Over the Page Diagrammatic illustration showing the key passive and structural design considerations of the building
Semester 1, 3rd Year Individual Project
Result: High Distinction Tutor: Dr Daniel Ryan
- Reduce heat loads in summer impact to existing stormwater courses onsite waste
rainwater can pass through to the ground underneath
to retain heat and minimise materials
- Precast concrete panels selected for minimal on-site waste and pollution
- Angled at 330 to maximise solar gains - Reduced heat loads from green roof result - Magnesium oxide external cladding
thermal mass in high summer temperatures
- Collected from roof and used to
contact - Used to water plants near the - Minimal surface contact of
- Polypropylene pipes selected, polyethylene and neoprene
- Use time-switch mode to reduce unnecessary heating water tap selected reduces the amount of water output at any time
promote handwashing - Composting toilet chosen to reduce stigma around waste disposal
operate - Composted waste in turn used to fertilise landscaping around the
data onsite during the day, and
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Over the Page
Left, Above Section through demonstration room. Strategies shown operating in winter. Left, Below Section through hangout room. Strategies shown operating in summer.
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The Sydney Fish Markets
Design Integration Lab: Urban
an urban concept proposal to revitalise the fish markets at Blackwattle Bay
Below Interior render of the auction hall, featuring strong glulam construction
and surrounding precinct, our challenge
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Right Exploded axonometric diagram of the auction hall
Semester 1, 3rd Year Group Project
Result: Distinction Tutor: Non Arkaraprasertkul
Personal Contributions
masses and auction hall, creation of CAD model,
water play drawings.
including light rail, proposed new ferry
into
a
shared
pedestrian
roadway,
created in response to these and existing
site to draw people to the water.
Right Series of diagrams explaining the urban response
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of the design strategy, as we wanted to appeal to a wide range of demographics and create free spaces that people could enjoy daily in the precinct. Below Section through the central canal
Right, Below Section through auction docks
Right, Above View of the childrens’ water feature Right, Middle beach pontoon
Over the Page Aerial plan of the proposed precinct, with details noted
The Crescent Multipurpose Hall Exploring structural systems and building cladding resolution
Architectural Technologies 3 Semester 1, 3rd Year Group Project
Result: High Distinction Tutor: Damien Maddell
through the design of a multipurpose hall
Above Longitudinal construction section Far Left Site plan and ground plan in context Left Render of the interior of the hall
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Personal Contributions
Below Detail drawing of ventilation system
(shared), preparation of CAD (Rhino) model and lasercutting files, creation
Right Axonometric diagram of structural support layers of the building.
drawing and 3D render.
Crescent
is
community to
a
sports
hall
and
OUTDOOR
designed
accompany
existing
INDOOR PRIMARY STRUCTURE
16mm multicell Danpalon in ‘Clear’, fixed to stile 700mm wide x 300mm thick glulam arch fixed to steel anchor at ground 40x80mm timber boards, screwed to steel C section 50x50mm timber member butt jointed to stile 10mm steel flashing screwed to steel angle
diagrid
structure
creates
a
40x40x5mm steel angle screwed to flashing and timber member 40x40mm steel SHS frame with grate 15x145mm steel louvres fixed to steel frame
adding warmth to the space.
65x205mm powdercoated RHS bolted to glulam frame 220mm steel C section bolted to I beam 270mm steel I beam bolted to RC raft slab
some
exposed
concealed,
and
support
others external
50-100mm polished pebbles RC raft slab with piers
PRIMARY SUPPORTS
place to reduce energy usage and reliance on mechanical lighting and temperature control
and selected detail drawings.
SECONDARY STRUCTURE
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The Living Atrium Rethinking student accommodation through exploration of the co-living concept
Design Integration Lab: Energy Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project
Result: High Distinction Tutor: Dr Christhina Candido
is central to the design, and is represented through the through ramps that wrap around the central atrium core.
Personal Contributions
Over the Page Render of the Living Atrium building courtyard
of thermal design strategies, resolution of studio room portion of
Left Mass-modelling diagram
materials, detailing of structural composition, conception and creation
Below Section drawing through residential area
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focus of this project, with great
the design process to ensure
design strategies were utilised to
minimise
energy
usage
footprint, orientation and natural
to reduce
mechanical and
cooling
methods.
The
design
also
rain
includes
north-facing solar panel system estimated to produce one-third
Over the Page, Left Daylight simulation results and early testing using Sefaira & a SketchUp model Over the Page, Right Section drawing through the common atrium area Right 1:200 ground plan
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BUILDING ENVELOPE DESIGN
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A large aspect of the project centred
and thermal design through material
was examined, with materials chosen
material performance were carried
Over the Page An exploded axonometric drawing was used to present the various material elements of the building. Each element was colour-coded to respond to a more detailed drawing showing the material composition of the element. Right 1:100 model demonstrating the primary materiality and form of the building
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Rushcutter’s House Investigating passive building design in a harbour-side function hall
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Architectural Technologies 2 Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project
Result: Distinction Tutor: Rory Toomey
Personal Contributions
entertainment spaces and associated amenities, along detailed
analysis,
the
waterfront
at
Rushcutter’s
Bay
design
model, creation of lasercutting
which people use and experience the space. models, preparation of portfolio
function hall is in use.
and drawings.
Over the Page 1:100 laser cut model made from plywood and boxboard Left of function hall in context
Left 1:10 detail drawing of window
Over the Page, Above A view of the building looking out towards Rushcutter’s Bay. Over the Page, Below Longitudinal section in context
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location for the function hall within Rushcutter’s
cold southerlies in winter, and consideration was the waterfront, and is adjacent to two deciduous
spaces at the necessary times of the year.
Folded Plate Dome
Innovative Building Structures
Designing and testing a structural system through the design for a
Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project
Result: Distinction Tutor: Richard Hough
multi-purpose hall This
unit
explored
long-spanning
structural systems and how they might
Through a
the
2500m 2
conceptual
design
for
multi-purpose
hall,
we
Left Interior atmosphere of the hall. Photograph edited in photoshop. Above Photo of the interior of the folded plate dome 73
Personal Contributions
and testing of initial forms, creation of initial testing model (pictured right), creation and model (shared).
An initial testing model identified for
the
of
the
need
application
wire
tension
c o m p r e s s i o n rings, and a strong foundation to hold the shape of the dome under
pressure.
We then created a design
to
structural
test
the
strength
a tray hanging from four
points
on
the
dome was gradually loaded with weights.
of weight, exceeding our own expectations of
the
structural
Above Diagram of the basic principles of structure and rigidity of folded plates Right Step-by-step documentation of the structure during testing, and details of the structure that contribute to its structural stability
Dynamics
Design Integration Lab: Materials An exploration of kinetic architecture through an outdoor installation at Clovelly Beach
place according to their personal preferences and needs. Alternately, Phase 3 exploits coastal winds to stimulate
shifts throughout the day, creating an area that is ultimately
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Semester 1, 2nd Year Individual Project
Result: High Distinction Tutor: Shayani Fernando
Over the Page, Above The site (highlighted in yellow) sits on the outer edge of the Clovelly Inlet in Clovelly, Sydney
Above Close-up details of 1:50 models Below Longitudinal site section passing through all three phases of the project
Over the Page, Below Final trio of 1:50 models
“Designed by time, shaped by life...” Architect David Fisher
Plan drawing
Section Section
Above Axonometric diagram illustrating the evolution of the cube form Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 1 Over the Page Plan and section drawings of a kinetic cube
to choose the amount of sun and shade space
and folded out for use throughout the day. The
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Right, Above Axonometric diagram showing the kinetic architecture on site Right, Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 2
Phase Two featured a terraced courtyard wrapping around a centralised hearth, creating two distinct
masonry walls and lighten the entire structure, while simultaneously allowing for adjustment to
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Bathrooms/Changerooms
Right
- Female Far Right Axonometric diagram of the kinetic wall, showing basic joinery and illustrating the
- Male
Storage Sinks Lockers Sinks
Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 3
Phase Three incorporated restroom amenities
mirrored doors to mimic the feature wall, and a at the front of the structure offers a modest waiting and seating area for families and groups while they utilise the facilities. 80
Architectural Technologies 1
The Cove Cube An introduction to building construction through the design of a way station along Sydney’s waterways
Semester 2, 1st Year Individual Project
Result: High Distinction Tutor: Ellen RosengrenFowler
ensure the two seats within the structure is
situated
alongside
a
stretch
of the whole day throughout the year, allowing for total protection from the harsh Australian sun year-round. The
digitally allowing for rapid changes, while
Situated at a bend of the Lane Cove River, the Cove Cube extends out from the existing rocky landscape towards the water, allowing viewers to fully immerse themselves in the panoramic view of the riverine bushland around them.
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125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners Zinc cladding, fixed to marine ply with steel clips
Zinc cladding, fixed to marine ply with steel clips 20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame
20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame, with Zinc cladding attached on outer side of marine ply with steel clips 10mm laminated glass bolted to stainless steel brackets 30x50mm stainless steel brackets bolted to deck
6mm perforated steel bolted to SHS frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS footing and top SHS beam 100x20mm dar glulam hardwood nailed to 50x50mm hardwood frame, bolted to deck 200x50mm dar glulam hardwood decking bolted to joists 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS joist welded to SHS footing
60x200mm dar glulam hardwood edging, bolted to decking 60x200mm dar glulam hardwood joists, bolted to bearers
125x125mm galvanised steel SHS footing bolted to ground
Over the Page
60x200mm dar glulam hardwood bearers, bolted to steel SHS posts
Landscape section
125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS steel frame and bolted to steel SHS post
Cube in its context,
150x150mm galvanised steel SHS, bolted to bearers
showing the Cove high above the river Above Detailed section through the building, with proposed
250x250mm galvanised steel base plate, welded to steel posts and bolted to ground
construction detailed
Right 1:50 scale model made with boxboard, balsa wood, and assorted materials
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Left Physical models used in initial design stages to evolve structural development of the building (seen underneath) Below View of the Lane Cove River from the Cove Cube site
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Building Study - the Hagia Sophia An introduction to ancient and early-modern architecture
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Architectural History & Theory Semester 1, 1st Year Group & Individual Project
Result: Distinction Tutor: Nathan Etherington
This unit introduced architectural styles, concepts
culminated
with
a
Building
compilation of a report and Personal Contributions
construction
of
models to represent a selected
handmade
section cut model, construction
such as the materials used, the
Left Final handmade model at a scale of 1:400
the construction of the great renowned for.
Right, above Constructing individual columns and laying them to show these features. The Right, middle Constructing the aisle of the building, giving depth to the model Right, below Constructing the nave and beginning the halfdomes to each side of the primary dome
original plans and sections of to suit. Templates of the pieces were used to cut accurate windows and doorways, and hours of patience and piece the whole thing together. allowed, so the entire piece was
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