Undergraduate Portfolio 2020-2021

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO 2020 The Journey Of Architecture

ARTIKA KORWAR Bachelor Of Architecture- Year 5 Canadian University Of Dubai.

ACADEMIC JOURNEY

COMPETITION

5. Graphic Design [Word play][Brochure Making] [Poster] 28 2. Habitat XL and Youth District 12

6. Visualisation [Adv Computer Graphics] 30

7. Tokyo Dojo Competition.

(Shortlisted) 32

3. From Growth To Freedom IB School 18

1. The Trail Of Life - Rebirth of Al Satwa Street 6

4. Environmental Design Studio Exhibition 22

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PERSONAL JOURNEY 8. Architectural Photography Competition Participation. 36

9. Interior Design of an apartment.

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10. Photography 40

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ARTIKA KORWAR Architecture Student Bachelor Of Architecture-5th Year Canadian University Of Dubai, UAE

CV

PROFILE

I am a reliable and adaptable 5th year Architecture student who looks forward to an innovative and proactive workspace. I indulge myself in creating an environment, that allows others around me and myself to share unique views and implement them in the workspace or learn from the new techniques and new skills, to make a difference through the knowledge that i have gained in the past few years. I take this opportunity as a learning curve , which offers me immense possibilities in furthering my knowledge and work based ethics.

CONTACT

[2016-Present]- Canadian University Of Dubai [Bachelor Of Architecture] - Current G.P.A : 3.44/4.0 - Relevant Coursework: Env Design, Arch Of Islamic World, Planning and Urban Design, Computer Aided Program, BIM, Visualisation and Design Housing.

[2014-2016]- JSS International School, Dubai [Grade 11 and Grade 12] [2003-2013]- The Indian High School, Dubai [kg-Grdae 10]

COMPETITONS 1. [2020]- Multicomfort Student Contest Saint Gobain Competition.

artikakorwar@gmail.com

2. [2020]- Tokyo Dojo Competition.

+97155-306-2326

3. [2019]- Architectural Photography Competition, Rethinking the Future.

Umm Hurair, Bur Dubai, Dubai

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EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

SOFT SKILLS

[2018] - Volunteer- Design Co-ordinator At Canadian University Of Dubai - A 1 Day event Of Crafting comfortable seating models i.e chairs/sofas by using various cardboard style sheets to link parts together.

Creativity

[2013-2015]- Leadership Status - Class Representative and Discipline Monitor - Green Co-ordinator for the clean movement. Taking care of recycling,reusing,reducing.

Teamwork

[2014]- Volunteer - Contribution for Discipline Co-ordinator at Meccademia Learning Institute For Cultural Fest Verve.

[2010-2011]- Volunteer - Contribution for Discipline Co-ordinator at the school library.Mainting discipline and all books in Order. Making sure to keep all the things back to its position.

SOFTWARE SKILLS PROFESSIONAL * AutoCad * Sketchup * Enscape *Microsoft office BEGGINER * 3D Max with Vray * Twinmotion

INTERMEDIATE * BIM * Revit * Adobe Indesign *Adobe Photoshop *Adobe Illustrator

ACTIVITY SKILLS LANGUAGE - English, Hindi, Arabic [Read Only], Kannada [Speak Only], Korean.

GENERAL - [2018-2019] Music club member - [2017-2018] Badminton club member

Travel

Photography

Art & Drawing skills

Music & Sound Production

Youtuber

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY 6

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1. The Trail Of Life - Rebirth of Al Satwa Street [Fall 2020-2021][ 5th Year][Urban Studio][Collaborative Work & Induvidual Work]

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SITE PLAN

The Trail Of Life - Rebirth of Al Satwa Street.

The project is about creating an final outlook that would emphasize the unique identity of the mini community staying in Al Satwa and enhance the quality of shared experiences through a comfortable, pleasant environment and also to combine the trail of the old story of satwa with the new trail of modernity. : Al Satwa Corridor, Dubai, UAE The crowded streets of Al Satwa road boast a Bazaar environment, where in people of different nationalities are united through shared experiences of residing, shopping and communicating. The high density mixed use multi storied buildings play a major role in creating various experiences. : To preserve the soul of Al Satwa street and create a green future and healthy living for its society. Creating focal points on the corridor attracts public and hence increases communication within the society.

Connecting the old and new methods to respect the fabric of Al Satwa and to enhance the communication between each other and the built environment.

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PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

MAPS Bus Route & metro line

Movement

High & Low walkability

Noise & Traffic Movement

Views from focal points & The Satwa Mosque

3 PROPOSALS FOR MASTERPLAN - GROUP WORK

Building Densities

Typologies

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

Primary & Secondary Roads

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

Block typology

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

Figure and Ground

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

Design Strategies Followed for all the 3 Proposals Inspiration

PROVIDE GREEN SPACES WITHIN BUILDINGS TO GIVE EASIER AND SAFER ACCESS TO GREEN SPACES

EMPHASIZE AND CREATE INTERESTING SITE VIEWS TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AND RESIDENT EXPERIENCES

BREAK LONGEVITY OF SITE INTO SEGMENTS BY ESTABLISHING FOCAL POINTS AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS

REDISTRIBUTE RETAIL USES TO PPREVENT OVERCROWDING AT KEY JUNCTIONS

IMRPOVE THE AREA’S VISUAL CHARACTER WITH PLANTINGS ALONG PATHS AND BETWEEN BUILDINGS

WIDEN NARROW SIDEWALKS FOR INCREASED EASE OF MOVEMENT

PROPOSAL 1

Inspiration

PROPOSAL 2

Inspiration

PROPOSAL 3

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SITE PLAN

MAPS

SUSTAINABILITY ORIENTATION High to Low Density Transport Hub Route

GREEN ROOF

DAYLIGHT Greenary Hierarchy and Built Form Modified Primary & Seconday Streets

SOLAR PANELS

Street Hierarchy and Streetscape

NATURAL VENTILATION

MASTER PLAN

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INDUVIDUAL WORK- Taking the middle part of the Site.

The Social Hub

* Mixed use building (Residential + Commercial) * Stepped City Block * Low-rise Buildings This hub invites all individuals to experience and witness the very heart of satwas's old traditions and cultures. Activities like showcasing

High rise mixed use (Residential +Commercial)

arts and public gathering not only with the community within satwa but also communities outside helps to enrich the life in that area!

Mid rise mixed use (Retail +Commercial)

Mid Rise Residential

Mid Rise mixed use

Institutional/Commercial

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY 12

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2. Habitat XL and Youth District [Spring 2019-2020][ 4th Year][Housing Studio Competition][Collaborative Work]

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SITE PLAN

Habitat XL and Youth District The project is about creating a Multi-Dimensional-Comfor Environment by understanding the use of Housing units and residential Apartments with the enjoyment of Community life. : Saint-Denis, Paris,France Saint Denis is a commune in the northern suburbs of Paris, which was formerly an industrial area currently changing its economic base. The area was rich with kings, palaces and Dynasties ruling it, but got looted of their luxuries and turned into a very low economic and growth developing area. :To create a community that has a strong quality and equality of life. To raise the neighborhood from its low living life to a healthy and social centre, not only for the community living in it but also to the people outside this community, giving the place a chance for betterment of lifestyle, economic growth and communication between Cultural,Social and Sustainable factors.

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PROCESS

SITE MAP

IMP LANDMARKS

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MASTER PLAN

SITE PLAN

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UNIT MODELS

PLANS

RENDERINGS

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY 18

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3. From Growth To Freedom IB School [Spring 2018-2019][3rd Year][Integrated Design Studio for a School in Abu Dhabi][Induvidual Work]

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SITE PLAN

MASTER PLAN

From Growth to Freedom IB School The Project is about creating an integrated and connecting design to the environment and architecture as a whole. : Al Shakbout City, Abu Dhabi, Uae The site is under development, an empty plot of land covered with sand and a few houses and villas near by. : To create an integrated design between the surrounding environment and the school being built. To give the school a feel of learning and knowledge acquiring centre in which kids of all ages can mingle but at the same time get their required privacy and education respectively.

SKETCHES

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PLAN

PLAN

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY 22

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4. Environmental Design Studio Exhibition [Spring 2018-2019][3rd Year][Creating a Exhibition Centre to represent the preservation and conservation of the environment][Induvidual Work][ Hand drawn Work]

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SITE PLAN Musem Of Nature and Architecture.

This Project focuses on Cultural Connectivity and site relevance and closely tied to sustainable measures. : Creek close to Dubai Tower : To create a biomimicry centre with a fusion of the Wildlife Museum with Culture, Community, Creativity and Innovation. To support and enhance further the contextual intentions. Being Thematic as opposed to being exclusively generic.

Concept Development : Preserving Creation [Opposites Clash][ Modern nature]

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Process and Sustainability Measures Taken

THE ORIENTATION OF THE BUILDING

PLANTS ARE PLACED BETWEEN THE PAVILIONS TO COOL DOWN THE AIR AND THE UNDERGROUND.

SHADING PANELS PLACED FROM WEST TO EAST ON THE BASIS OF DENSITY DEPENDING ON THE SIDE WHICH IS HOTTER.

THE ORIENTATION OF THE BUILDING TOWARDS N AND S LETS COMFORTABLE TOWARDS N ANDTO S LETS COMFORTABLE SUNLIGHT COME IN TO THE BUILDING SUNLIGHT TO COME IN TO THE BUILDING THE ORIENTATION OF THE BUILDING

TOWARDS NEOF ALLOWS AIR TO FLOW THE ORIENTATION THE BUILDING THROUGH EASILYAIR TO FLOW TOWARDS NE ALLOWS THROUGH EASILY

ALL THE BUILDINGS ARE SHADED AT ONE POINT OF THE DAY AS THE HEIGHTS OF ALL THE BUILDINGS DIFFER

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PlANS- First floor & Second floor Elaboration of main space- Library

Structural Grid

First Floor 1:200

ELEVATIONS & SECTIONS

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MODEL PICTURES

Second Floor 1:200

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY

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5. Graphic Design [Word play][Brochure Making][Poster] [Summer 1 2019-2020][Individual and Collaborative Work][3rd Year].

Archimazic Architecture Brochure & Making process

Word Illusion & De Young Museum Poster Dynamic

Complication

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ACADEMIC JOURNEY 30

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6. Visualisation [Adv Computer Graphics] [Fall 2019-2020][Individual Work][4th Year].

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COMPETITION JOURNEY 32

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SITE PLAN

7. Tokyo Dojo Competition. (Shortlisted)

[Designing Spectator’s Sanctuary][Induvidual work]

THE FLOW - SPORTS AND CULTURAL CENTRE The Flow is a Sports & Cultural centre, that caters to everyone who woshes to share thier excitement and pride about their country Japan. It revolves around the idea of connecting different cultures and experiencing that one emotion of pride and happiness about their own contries. It also follows the logic of a stream that flows in the direction of modernity to tradition and culture.

Location: Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan : To Create a space for the Community to grow and learn from each other and their traditions. To adhere to the local nature and its advantages, and adapt it into the built form.

To experience the joy adn emotion of victory and loss and to remember how it feels to come together to support each other, especially in these modern times.

ELEVATIONS & SECTIONS

MASTER PLAN

SKETCHES

RENDERS

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COMPETITION JOURNEY 36

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8. Architectural Photography Competition Participation.

[Rethinking The Future][Induvidual work]

ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY The projects is an photography based project called the Architectural Photography Competition held by the webiste called “Rethinking-the-Future”. The photographs should lie under the three catogories mentioned below.

1. “Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificient, of forms assembled in the light”.

2. “God is in details”.

3. “Simplicity is the ultimate Sophistication”.

“Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificient, of forms assembled in the light”.

“Simplicity is the ultimate Sophistication”

“God is in details”

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PERSONAL JOURNEY

9.

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9. Interior Design of an apartment.

[Personal work][2nd year]

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PERSONAL JOURNEY

10.

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10. Photography [Personal Work]

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The Journey Continues.........