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ANTUANÉ

NIETO POR T 20 FOLIO 16

MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE AALTO UNIVERSITY (ESPOO, FI) SEPTEMBER 2015 - STARTED

BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES CARLETON UNIVERSITY (OTTAWA, CA) SEPTEMBER 2009 - JUNE 2014

CONTENTS 4

GRAAS

10

TURUNVÄYLÄ REMOVAL

14

MADRID RIO

16

ILUMINA

24

BLUES CENTRE

26

DELTA STAGE

JÄMERÄNTAIVAL 1B, UNIT 408 , 02150, ESPOO (FI) +358 46 56 44539 ANTUANE.NIETO@GMAIL.COM

GRAAS

AALTO UNIVERSITY TEAM EFFORT (2) DECEMBER 2015 1,526ha - OVERALL SITE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE STUDIO 74.5ha - PROPOSAL

GRÄSANOJA RENEWAL. IMAGINE ENDLESS GROWTH

The Lansiväyla highway intersection is an impediment to the fluency of green infrastructure and connections amongst neighbourhoods located along the Gräsanoja. GRAAS seeks to minimize this disruption by utilizing topography as a binding agent. We believe urban and green infrastructure must be responsive to the increasing population density and its demands. Espoo forecasts a yearly population increase of 1.4% and is taking this increment into account for future land use development.

The existing green areas are fragmented not only at the highway intersection but in different areas along the Gräsanoja. GRAAS sees this as an opportunity to create a main recreational attraction for Espoo and visualize this heavy traffic intersection as a “knot” that generates ecosystem services through a new topography that is responsive to the building development of Espoo.

GRAAS will be developed in three phases that will utilize the excess excavation material from new construction in the nearby areas to the Gräsanoja.

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EARTH WORKS

CONNECTIONS

NOISE & WIND

Construction development nearby the Gräsanoja is proportional to the population increase in Espoo. This will produce excess excavation material that will be used to shape the landscape proposal in periods of 5, 15, and 35 years. No need to import earth material from far away indicates savings in energy, time and cost.

We wish to ensure continuity of walking and cycling paths transversely and longitudinally along the Gräsanoja.

Furthermore, we would like to reinforce the continuity of green infrastructure along the Gräsanoja.

By covering the Lansiväyla highway intersection we seek to mitigate the noise produced by fast vehicle traffic.

In turn, we also seek to reduce the impact of heavy winds coming from the South-West by shaping higher grounds towards this corner of the site.

DEVELOPMENT LEGEND

CURRENT SITUATION

CURRENT SITUATION

Existing green areas are fragmented

Noise from vehicles is a life quality issue and must be addressed. Most of the noise alonf the Gräsanoja emanates from the highway

MIXED USE RESIDENTIAL CIVIC & INSTITUTIONAL

Highway intersection emphasizes division amongst all quadrants

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PHASING

TUNNELING NETWORK Traffic flow will continue under landscape. This provides opportunity for further architectural interventions underground.

PHASE I - 2020

Available soil 9’450,000m3 (2’362,500 nearby)

PHASE II - 2030

Available soil 12’600,000m3 (3’150,000 nearby)

PHASE III - 2050

Available soil 31’500,000m3 (7’875,000 nearby)

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The first phase will deal with the north-south connection on the East side of the highway. This is done with the intention to provide greater accessibility to the two new metro stations being built within the next few years. In addition, transversal cycling and walking paths will be laid out to strengthen the North-South continuity.

The second phase deals predominantly with the mitigation of noise generated by the traffic flow and speed of vehicles. Hence, at this phase the highway overpass is completely camouflaged with the new topography.

GRAAS sees this as an opportunity to generate a stronger identity for the site and to create a main recreational attraction for the growing city of Espoo. The changing topography will harvest the versatility of ecosystem services and transform the existing ditch into a stream that is significant to the nearby residents.

The topography comes over the highway and generates two pools. At this point the blue-green infrastructure becomes reminiscent its preceding grey infrastructure.

The intention of the final phase is to maximize the noise & wind mitigation by completely covering the intersection and locating the highest point of the new topographical alterations at the south-west area.

Stronger winds coming from this corner will be slowed by the new hill. Finally by this phase the main paths will connect all four quarters around it providing stronger connections for new visitors and residents of the area.

PERSPECTIVE VIEW FROM SOUTH TUNNEL ENTRANCE

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SLOPES

UNOBSTRUCTED, LESS THAN 1:5

Main paths will be alocated along the unobstructed slopes. Ease of the slopes allow for free access by wheels (bicycles, scooters, wheelchairs) or by foot. These paths will clearly define the most important cross connections.

EASY, BETWEEN 1:5 AND 1:8

Easy slopes will be of more recreational nature, Ideal for urban hiking or treking in Espoo.

Secondary paths will take advantage of these slighty more pronounced slopes. Paths will remain accesible by wheel or foot.

STEEP, OVER 1:8

Steep slopes have been generated for greater wind mitigation coming from the south west corner of the site and to accomodate the tunneling network underneath the new topography.

Furthermore these slopes are meant to increase the variety of recreational activities such as rock climbing or sledge sliding.

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PATH NETWORK AND DESIGNATED AREAS The new paths will further facilitate movement from all quarters at the intersection. Variations in topography within the new landscape aims to cater the needs of the varying demographics of Espoo throughout the years.

FINAL PRESENTATION PRAGMATIC TOPOGRAPHY

VIDEO

SECTIONS, PERSPECTIVE, AERIAL VIEW, GREENERY AND SLOPES DIAGRAMS EXECUTED BY MINNA-MARI PAIJA GRAAS | 9

TURUNVÄYLÄ REMOVAL AALTO UNIVERSITY DECEMBER 2015 URBAN PLANNING STUDIO

TEAM EFFORT (6) 2,598ha - OVERALL SITE STUDY

HOUSING INTENSIVE AREA A1 Block efficiency mainly over 1,8. Minimum of 60% of the surface area is block area

HOUSING INTENSIVE AREA A2 Block efficiency mainly over 1,0. Average of 60% or more of the surface area is block area

BUSINESS AREA Manufacturing, storing, harbour functions, public services, education and recreation

SERVICE AND BUSINESS AREA Mixed function. Ground level of buildings generally allocated for commercial premises 2KM

RECREATIONAL AND GREEN AREA Diversity of nature, ecosystem services and environmental protection

PROTECTED AREA (LAND) Considerable nature values. Earthworks may not be carried out without a permit 1KM

MASTER PLAN ANALYSIS Widespread detailed analysis at a regional and local level. Local level involved the surroundings of Turunväylä from Kehä I to Huopalahdentie. We focused on demographics, conglomeration effects, traffic flow, and ecosystem services. Our sources to complete this task were mainly from the city of Helsinki (including Helsinki’s Master Plan and Vision 2050). Knowledge regarding the city of Espoo evolved gradually with outside information and resource sharing from peers and tutors.

PROTECTED AREA (SEA) PUBLIC SERVICES AND ADMINISTRATIVE AREA Facilities required by the different services for support.

Sheltered housing can be placed in the area

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Our proposal gives priority to harnessing ecosystem services in the whole area. We drew a scenario which would make better use of the existing occupied land through densification, increased public transport lines in the area, and paid special attention to the implementation of new ecosystem services. Our new scenario focuses on benefiting the local communities without losing sight of its repercussions at a regional level.

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Our vision is to create a green and biophilic city, with a compact and densifed urban form where pedestrians, cyclists and public transport commuters have priority over personal car use. This development comprises mixed-tenure units and includes commercial space and social and 400m2 public facilities and institution, open space, and an ecology parks. plot size

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Turunv채yl채 Removal | 11

MOBILITY The Turunväylä cuts North-South connections. The removal of the last 5km of the highway will improve green connections and pedestrian accessibility dramatically between this Helsinki-Espoo edge. Implementation of increasing recreational services in Iso Huopalahti area would encourage residents to use new local services and enjoy outdoor activities nearby.

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GREEN SPACES Green connections preserved on north and east. Removal of the highway and reduction of the golf course creates new green spaces and compensates the loss of environments in important forest and bird areas. The current Master Plan doesn’t define types of the green areas, so they are open for further planning. Heavy building causes important forest areas to perish.

NOISE With the Turunväylä removed and Huopalahdentie covered, none of the new residential buildings in the area are exposed to noise or pollution of heavy traffic.

PROPOSED PLAN OFFICAL PLAN MAPS ABOVE DRAWN BY SUVI TAKKO

OF RESIDENTS CAN TRAVEL TO RECREATIONAL AREAS IN LESS THAN 15 MINUTES

CREATE MULTI-FUNCTIONAL RECREATION FACILITIES THAT ENSURE PEOPLE WILL REGULARLY VISIT TWICE AS OFTEN AS THEY DO TODAY

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Improving physical capital requires the efficient use of urban space. In the alternative master plan, we have created a cleaner and healthier city by ensuring greater accessibility to green mode of transportation and enhancing natural capital in providing relevant regulating, provisioning, supporting and cultural ecosystem services. Thus through enhancement of natural capital with green infrastructure, the production of pollution is stemmed, recreational value is enhanced and important habitats are preserved for birds, squirrels and host of other animals that brings life to our urban neighborhood.

60% AT LEAST

OF PEOPLE BIKING

TO CREATE GREENBELT THAT CONSISTS OF A NETWORK OF CONNECTED GREEN AREAS THAT SERVE AS A BIOLOGICAL CORRIDOR CONNECTING MAJOR ECOSYSTEMS

FOCUS

Remove of the last 5km of the Turunväylä highway Strengthen the link between Helsinki & Espoo through recreational use of the edges Create a sense of place

ENSURE THAT THE NEW DEVELOPMENT AREAS ARE FREE FROM DAMAGING NOISE FROM TRAFFIC 12 | Turunväylä Removal

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TUNNEL OUTDOOR ROUTE Turunv채yl채 Removal | 13

CONTEXT (TEAM EFFORT)

Extensive research was conducted by all team members to fully understand the urban fabric of the area at hand. Recreational, communal, residential, and commercial spaces were studied together with the circulation between them. My research was mainly geared towards the investigation of recreational and green spaces. The original intent was to integrate opposing districts found at each edge of the Manzanares River.

During the past decade there have been multiple transformations along the river which have transformed much of the vacant wasteland into areas of recreation.

These started on the North End and halted around 2011 due to shortage of funds. As a result the south end area was left unattended.

The lack of a recreational area for the youth at the South End became more evident as the research expanded. The South End belongs to the neighbourhood of Legazpi. There are many high schools close by, as well as a public library, and a market. Given the existing demographics of the area the proposal involved a place for hiking, a BMX park, and a community centre.

HIKING SPACE

TEAM (4) & INDIVIDUAL EFFORT 1,271ha - OVERALL SITE STUDY 1,704m2 - PROPOSAL

BMX STUNT CIRCUIT

UNIVERSIDAD EUROPEA DE MADRID JUNE 2012 URBAN PLANNING STUDIO

COMMUNITY CENTRE

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MONCLOA LOCAL & REGIONAL BUSES 233,314 USERS/DAY

PRINCIPE PIO LOCAL & REGIONAL BUSES 190,701 USERS/DAY

ATOCHA REGIONAL TRAINS 297,300 USERS/DAY

AREA OF PROPOSAL

AREA OF RESEARCH SITE LIMITS HIGHWAY REGIONAL TRAIN METRO & LIGHT RAIL

RESIDENTIAL AREAS OF RECREATION COMMUNITY SPACES COMMERCIAL SPACES

PROPOSAL (INDIVIDUAL EFFORT)

This proposal transforms the existing terrain from a wasteland to a versatile space used by nearby residents. The purpose is to make this area useful for most age groups through the implementation of various different recreational spaces. The materials employed for the fabricated hills would be a basic structural aluminum or steel structure plus debris from undergoing construction projects as infill. Part of the strategy is to use these land formations as a sound absorbing tool that will improve the quality of life for nearby residents. Re-development of the area meets the original intent by creating a stronger interaction between both neighbourhoods at the edges of the Manzanares River while maintaining a low budget.

AREA OF RESEARCH CITY OF MADRID PROVINCE OF MADRID

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ILUMINA

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ENDURANCE

The desire to thrive found in the heart of the immigrant propagates like the wavelenghts of light passing through a shattered prism.

CONCEPTS EMBODIED THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING EXISTENCE REFLEXION ACHIEVEMENT

Three vacant sites in the city core were taken into consideration for the development of this architectural project.

Issues of gentrification, urbanization, and globalization in the Canadian context were evaluated.

CARLETON UNIVERSITY DECEMBER 2013 STUDIO 6 4,687m2 (LAND AREA) 24,249m2 (GROSS FLOOR AREA)

SURVIVAL

Ottawa, ON. Canada

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The corner of Queen & Kent streets belongs to an area that has been gentrified by businesses. The comparison drawn between this site and the other two made it evident that this site was deprived from diversity of facilities due in great part to its monotonous demographics. The tectonics of the proposed mixed-use complex pursue the idea of an emerging force. This is evoked through the movement of a helix. In the search to foster diversity in this area, a mix of unrelated services and facilities is being proposed with the hopes of facilitating the interrelation and communication of opposing demographics found within Ottawa. The proposed park would mix the business, bohemian, street, & hipster cultures with the intention of enriching the quality of living for all of them. By creating these situational occurrences, they could easily gain an understanding of the other cultures and hence begin to develop true acceptance towards each other.

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LUXURY CONDOMINIUMS SURVIVAL

STUDIO A EXHIBIT HALL PROTOTYPING AND INSTALLATION LEARNING CENTER

RESEARCH LIBRARY ACHIEVEMENT

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HELIX ENVELOPE REFLEXION

SILICONE SEALANT STRUCTURAL ALUMINUM (SPIDER SYSTEM FRAMING) CURTAIN WALL (SPIDER SYSTEM ALUMINUM JOINTS) SINGLE GLAZED PHOTOCHROMIC GLASS PANELS

GREEN ROOF

GREEN WALK

VIEWER MECHANICAL

AFFORDABLE & NON-PERMANENT UNITS

PLANTS EARTH NON-WOVEN SEPARATION FABRIC GRAVEL DRAINAGE MAT ROOT BARRIER SINGLE PLY ROOF MEMBRANE REINFORCED CONCRETE

ROCK CLIMBING WALL RESIDENTIAL

ENDURANCE

LOW PERMEANCE PRIMER RIGID MINERAL FIBRE INSULATION SOBOTEC ALUMINUM PLATE PANELS ALUMINUM FRAME LIGHT STEEL STUD DOUBE GLAZED ANTIREFLECTIVE GLASS WITH LOW-E COATING

A/V CENTER MULTICULTURAL HALL

ALUMINUM HANDRAIL ALUMINUM MULLIONS ANTIREFLECTIVE SINGLE GLASS PANELS

RETAIL CHALK GRAFFITI AREA

HARDWOOD FLOOR RADIANT FLOOR HEATING VAPOUR BARRIER REINFORCED CONCRETE TYVEK YTONG MULTIPOR MINERAL INSULATION PANELS

EXISTENCE

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RESIDENTIAL UNITS FLOORS: 7-10, 13-16 0 1

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iLUMINA welcomes young families and working professionals, including people who have recently immigrated to Ottawa.

Newcomers are usually in need of guidance and iLUMINA offers to provide help with the transition and adapting process. 20 units are to be luxury condominiums, 10 are affordable and 10 are transitional units for individuals and families that are new to the city. The luxury condominiums together with the rentable space make this project financially feasible by offsetting the financial implications of maintaining affordable housing in a downtown location.

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UPPER LEVEL ONE BEDROOM BACHELOR UPPER LEVEL BACHELOR LOWER LEVEL UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL 0 1 2 5m 0 1 2 0 1 5m2 5m THREE BEDROOM THREELEVEL BEDROOM LOWER UPPER BACHELOR LEVEL THREE BEDROOM THREE BEDROOM 0 1 2 5m 0 1 2 5m 0 1 2 5m THREE BEDROOM 0 1 2 5m 0 1

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GROUND FLOOR (FORUM)

EXISTENCE

GRAFFITI STUNT PARK

ENDURANCE 40M TALL ROCK CLIMBING WALL

GREEN WALK AND VIEWER

REFLEXION

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BLUES CENTRE CARLETON UNIVERSITY DECEMBER 2011 STUDIO 4

This building was proposed as a center for the celebration of music and social identity. The idea involved the creation of a Maison du Peuple for the city of Ottawa, together with the rehabilitation of the existing Baptist Church located adjacent to the given site.

2296m2 - LAND AREA 2903m2 - GROSS FLOOR AREA

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Using blues music as inspiration for this rehabilitation project seemed appropriate.

The decaying Baptist community needed a way to gain back its life, the infusion of “Blues” was meant to revitalize the existing architecture. The 2100m2 fivestory institute offers: a religious center, museum, restaurant and café, concert hall, hostel, and parking areas for automobiles and bicycles.

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“I FIND MY INSPIRATION, IN TEARS OF DESPERATION” -BUDDY GUY

ELEVATION EAST

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ELEVATION SOUTH

WINDOW SILL

WALL TO CEILING JOINERY

NORTH ELEVATION

DETAILED WALL SECTION

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DELTA STAGE MATTE FILM 61cm X 91cm (HYBRID 1 & 3) 91cm X 137cm (HYBRID 2)

The phenomena chosen to explore with this installation is that of the unsuccessful resolution of existing spaces in the NAC as it relates to their appropriateness to human scale together with the rigidity of the hexagonal grid. The hexagons compose a forced grid which ultimately prompts for unfeasible tectonics that result it ambiguous scales that seem unfit for its users. Through the excessive reproduction of an everyday object (i.e.: chair) we wished to communicate our understanding of HEXAGONITIS THE IDEA OF “HEXAGONITIS” IS CONTEXTUALIZED IN JENNINGS BOOK “ART AND POLITICS: THE HISTORY OF THE ART CENTRE”.

CARLETON UNIVERSITY APRIL 2014 STUDIO 7

D∆∆∆AN INSTALLATION

HYBRID 1

“What is life if not the shadow of a fleeting dream?”

-Umberto Eco

26 | Delta Stage

INSTALLATION WAS EXECUTED AS A TEAM EFFORT (3) Delta Stage | 27

DELTA STAGE “...to know is to insert something into what is real, and hence to distort reality” -Carlo Emilio Gadda

CONCEPTUAL LONG SECTION

How can sound shape the tectonics and programmatic complexes of a building?

The sphere challenges the NAC’s existing hexagonal geometry.

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Delta is a spherical stage, held aloft the south-west corner of the NAC; that transcends our knowledge and perception of sound.

Delta serves as a genesis to the distortion of sound as it is experienced through touch as opposed to hearing. The most important question this space seeks to answer is: How can a symphony be perceived without sound? Touch, vibration, frequency. The NAC needs to embrace its title as a “cultural hub� and begin to propagate new ways to appreciate the arts. Answering to the hearing impaired is merely the genesis of this positively distorted reality.

WELCOME TO DELTA BEATS.

AXONOMETRIC SYMPHONIES

Sound propagates effortlessly from the core of the NAC to the streets welcoming new audiences

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INVISIBLE CITIES CARLETON UNIVERSITY APRIL 2010 STUDIO 1 MIXED MEDIA DRAWING 61cm X 91cm

JÄMERÄNTAIVAL 1B, UNIT 408 , 02150, ESPOO (FI) +358 46 56 44539 ANTUANE.NIETO@GMAIL.COM

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