Isabella Hampton BA(Hons) Architecture Portfolio 2020
ABOUT ME I am a 21 year old student, currently completing my third year of a BA (Hons) Architecture degree. Throughout this degree, I have found the combination of creativity and functionality to compliment eachother. I enjoy the output of formulating innovative solutions for spaces. The opportunity of contributing towards society’s future landscape in the most sustainable and innovative way excites me.
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CONTENTS
BA Year 3 Semester 2: H2O (currently undergoing)
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BA Year 3 Semester 1: Weather or Not ?
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RIBA Competition Entry: The New Normal
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BA Year 2 Semester 2: Experimental Project, Light Space
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BA Year 2 Semester 1: Urban Design
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CV
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H2O The Bathhouse This project explores the prominence that bathhouses once had in society, and now the new demise they face, which is purely a response to the change in society’s attitude towards hygiene, nudity, efficiency etc. The bathhouse has connotations to relaxation as different cultures have always considered water as having natural healing powers. This concept was something that I felt was a prominent element to explore within bathhouses. The site for this project is located on Queens Dock in Liverpool, this was previously notorious in the history of Liverpool’s industry. Today, it is used for watersports use. Yet, it sits on the fringe of the fast pace, city lifestyle and the calming nature of the Mersey.
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CONCEPTUAL MODEL Submerging from the city
PHILOSOPHY Submerging into the Slow Through thematic research, I explored the levels of privacy and publicity found in bathhouses of different cultures. In Iranian culture, it is common that the bathhouses would be submerged under the urban footprint of the cities. This element lead the conceptual development, there was also a poetical nature to the essence of submerging into water. This submergence concept was the key to the mindfulness I desired to capture within the journey of my bathhouse. It was integral that I was to create a space that provided depths of privacy, with elements that were more open. The submergence is the movement of momentarily detaching yourself from the hectic, city life and to relax.
The oscillation of stress depicts our lifestyles
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PLANS
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1 Reception 2 Changing rooms 3 WCs 4 Lockers 5 Storage room 6 The Cove 7 The Offing 8 Small pool room 9 Plant room 10 The Cave 11 Thermal pool 12 Showers 13 Exit to Mersey/ Fire escape 14 Re-enter from Mersey 15 The Island 16 Boat port for tourists 17 Accessible ramp 18 Slow stairs 19 Main contained pool 20 Fire escape
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BELOW GROUND FLOOR PLAN
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1 Accessible ramp 2 Lift 3 Slow stairs 4 Outdoor rain collection pool
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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WEATHER OR NOT? Living within the Symbiocene Era The objective for this task was to design a weather station that was environmentally and sustainably conscious. This proposal was located in the Festival Gardens in Liverpool, and as well as the core function being a weather station, it had to provide further elements and functions to encourage interest. Symbiocene Era – originates from the word “symbiosis”, meaning to mutually live together for better purpose. This era is said to be the new future for humankind, where we become more conscious of our surroundings, and decide to give back rather than take away from nature.
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EXTERIOR VISUAL
To sense and observe nature from a sapling to our surroundings
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PHILOSOPHY Living amongst nature... There is a real sense that over the years, people have become less connected to the outdoor, natural world. Within my space, the main theme is to reconnect back with nature in a way that is also responsive to climate change. My project explores movement and how we can relax the thresholds from indoor to outdoor – transitional spaces. This movement can also be seen in rainwater, and it’s journey from falling, to being stored and harvested. These transitional spaces are defined by the measures of what is considered public and private. The most private area of this project would inevitably be the workspace for the weather station, whilst the exhibition space becomes the pinnacle. With original ideas to separate the two spaces, it become more poetical to use the exhibition space as a meeting place for the two opposite measures of public and private. This concept is also prevalent in the breaking down of boundaries from an enclosed space, to an outdoor, open celebration of living amongst nature.
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Cafe/Bar Elevated exhibition Auditorium View point of water collection 5 Window seats 6 Removable/adaptable walls 7 Water run-off canopy
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Reception Indoor exhibition Laboratory Collonade corridor - transitional space 10 Foldable doors En space Water collection point Outdoor exhibition - watercress allotments Agricultural walk Woodland walk Carpark route Hill footpath route Rammed earth columns and water columns
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1-100 at A3
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SECTIONS 1-100 at A3
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PERSPECTIVE SECTION
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THE NEW NORMAL This was a architectural competition set out by RIBA’s Liverpool Architecture Society. The task was responding to a proposal for a new pavilion located in Liverpool reflecting the societal needs of a post Covid-19 world. I felt that this was important to undertake as architecture is for the people, and Covid-19 has undoubtedly had an effect on people. I was interested in how our attitudes may change our surroundings, and if so, for the better or for the worse?
INTERIOR VISUAL To be isolated, but in reflection
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PHILOSOPHY To simply breathe... My pavilion is neither a celebration or a memorial in relation to Covid-19, yet a recognition of it. With so many different experiences it is almost near impossible to design something that unites people. However, there is one thing we all experienced together – when the world stopped. The concept is to sit and contemplate in areas that explore depths of light, from the most isolated times of lockdown, to the moments of freedom and joy we experienced. This pavilion should encourage people to slow down again, and take time in their own thoughts by not delving back into the hectic, over-ambitious lifestyle we once lead and to simply breath. The most important concept of this pavilion is the journey through it, and how the depths of light and density reflect the stages throughout lockdown. The final destination resembles freedom itself, however there is a subtle boundary, which is the reminder of the lifestyle we once lead and the need to encourage this slowness in our new lifestyles and not forget the inevitable changes.
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SITE CONTEXT Everton Park, Liverpool The chosen site is Everton park, located on the fringe of Liverpool’s centre and surrounding areas. This site had the most relevance for my pavilion, it is a place where people would venture out to during lockdown for some outdoor exercise, it is also a very popular cycle route binding the city centre and residential areas together. As well as this, Everton park is renown for its stunning views over the city of Liverpool, which provides views to Snowdonia mountains on the clearest of days. This provides a poetical stance on being an observer of the city itself and watching it slowly return to the New Normal.
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1 Isolation space - dense, dark 2 Contemplative space - lighter, more views
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4 Engawa space - views of Liverpool, exciting contemplation
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1-200 at A3
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SECTIONS 1-200 at A3
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EXPLODED AXONOMETIC 1-200 at A3
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Within this diagram, there are highlights of where sunlight is a feature and is controlled through rooflights.
EXTERIOR VISUAL To be on the verge of contemplation and routine
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LIGHT SPACE The Lightwell This project explored integrating a contemporary theatre space within an urban area (Bold Street, Liverpool), also relating to the Light Festival in Liverpool. The idea was to create a building that had phenomenlogical features to it surrounding light.
STAGE VISUAL Natural light to be celebrated in all it’s glory
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PHILOSOPHY The Lightwell... In my eyes, a contemporary theatre is a space that can accommodate many different types of performances. Within an urban context, there is a myriad of differences in culture, demographic and interests. Therefore, it feels integral to provide a space where all these can conglomerate. Instead of your not-soadaptable, and artificially lit traditional theatre. The intenton is that my project would allow for the merging of the cultural differences, through the universal language of music, and something that would worship the power of natural light as an activator in space.
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CONTEXTUAL SITE PLAN 1-100 at A1
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SECTION 1-100 at A3
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BAR VISUAL
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URBAN STRATEGY Reforming a reputation
This project’s site was located in the Fabric District of Liverpool, this place was once renown for it’s trade of textiles, and still has evidence of this trade being active today. However, through the development of the city centre, this area of Liverpool lost it’s significance to the city and become known for being a crime hotspot. I wanted to create a space that reinvited society back into this area, but in a way that was celebratory of the historic culture that it once offered. This route was mainly used for commuters, and I felt it was important to consider what other VISUAL activities could be offered in order to AMPHITHEATRE A space that expands on a commuting route make it prevalent once again.
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PERSONAL PROFILE: I am a final year BA (Hons) Architecture student, forecasted a first. I am seeking experience in the working field of architecture where I can utilise my own abilities from previous work experience and transferable skills, whilst developing them simultaneously in a Part 1 Architectural Assistant role. SKILLS PROFILE: Communication skills I have extremely good communication skills. This is highlighted in my degree work, especially with COVID-19 eliminating face-to-face interaction, I am able to put forward and receive feedback both through oral and written communication. Through working in the hospitality sector, I have gained much experience in how to communicate effectively and adapt this to meet the needs of different customers, employees, employers etc. Isabella Hampton D.O.B: 04/05/2000
CONTACT: Term Address 20 Sparling Street, Liverpool L1 8EF Home Address Brookside Cottage, Outwoods, Newport, Telford TF10 9EB Email i.hampton@2018.ljmu.ac.uk Mobile (+44) 07939160194
Organisation Throughout my education, I have always endeavoured extra-curricular activities whilst always maintaining a high standard of work. High achieving music grades and having taken part in an international winning school concert band highlight my time-balancing and organisation skills, yet with dedication to my main academic goals. During my undergraduate degree, I have worked towards swimming marathons in order to provide a healthy balance of work to leisure time. I have also taken part in a RIBA competition during my final year which took balance with my own university work. Teamwork Throughout my degree, I have always enjoyed working in a team, and I have been considered an approachable team member open for ideas or discussions. I feel I can share and collaborate ideas freely with others and I am very open to criticism. During my time working in hospitality, I have learnt how to work effectively and efficiently in a team, whereby I am able to create and maintain healthy relationships with my peers and colleagues whilst always achieving the goals set. IT I have a good knowledge in the general Microsoft packages. Through my undergraduate degree, I have become comfortable in AutoCad, Adobe Photoshop and Indesign, Revit and SketchUp.
AutoCad Photoshop Indesign Revit SketchUp
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EDUCATION: Liverpool John Moores University September 2018 – Current (graduating June 2021) Newport Girls High School Sixth Form September 2016 – June 2018 Burton Borough Secondary School February 2014 – June 2016 Achievements 3 A levels (A* Art A level) 11 GCSE’s (English 2A’s, Maths B) Grade 8 in clarinet Grade 5 in piano
WORK EXPERIENCE: Bartender The Swan Inn, Newport (Termtime 2019 - current) This role has provided me with the experience to work in team but also to work independently. I have also engaged with a large demographic of people, ranging in all ages and personalities. My sole job is to tend three bars in one shift, which requires immense time management, organisation and problem-solving skills. I have learnt how to deal with the more demanding of customers, yet also how to build healthy relationships with others by always remembering their needs. I am very approachable and capable of communicating and holding conversation with a variety of people, whether common interests exist or not. I get a great sense of pride in providing a friendly, yet professional service where people do not hesitate to come back. I felt that I really adapted to this job, and it provided me with the ability to learn quicker in an established environment. It has made me a much more confident individual and I feel that I am able to communicate with people from all walks of life. Barista and Waitress Smallwood Lodge Tea Rooms, Newport (2017-2019) This role was predominantly more team based, and required a lot more efficiency in how we operated as a team. It was an extremely quick paced job and required sharp thinking on the spot and effective communication to team members. I faced problem solving every shift, which was done swiftly and to the best of my abilities in the most professional way. Volunteering Fairtrade Market Store, Newport (2015, 2 months)
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