August Tseng's Academic Portfolio 2024

PORTFOLIO

BA Architecture | Berlin International University of Applied Sciences 2024

SHIH-WEI TSENG (AUGUST TSENG)

SHIH-WEI TSENG (AUGUST TSENG)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Nationality : TAIWAN

Location : BERLIN, GERMANY

Email : augusttseng567@gmail.com

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

LANGUAGE

Mandarin (Traditional Chinese)

English

Japanese

Korean

German

COMPUTER SKILLS

(Word | Excel | Power Point)

(Photoshop | Illustrator | InDesign)

ArchiCAD

Autodesk Revit

LANGUAGE

Mother tongue

Fluent (B2/C1)

Fluent (N1)

Fluent (Level5)

Basic (A2)

EDUCATION

Sep 2021 – Present BERLIN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES , Berlin, Germany

Bachelor of Architecture (6th Semester)

Sep 2023 – Feb 2024 SHIBAURA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY , Tokyo, Japan

Sandwich Program (Exchange Student)

June 2020 – Feb 2021 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY , Taichung, Taiwan

Interior Design Course

Mar 2010 – Feb 2011 KOOKMIN UNIVERSITY , Seoul, Korea

Chinese Language and Literature (Exchange Student)

Sep 2008 – June 2012 CHINESE CULTURE UNIVERSITY , Taipei, Taiwan

Bachelor of Korean Language and Literature

EXPERIENCE

Sep 2018 – July 2019 THE LOFT CO., LTD. (Shibuya Branch, flagship store), Tokyo, Japan

Sales Associate

July 2017 – Dec 2017 SANDRO PARIS (Oxford Street, Selfridges Womenswear), London, UK

Sales Associate

Feb 2016 – Feb 2017 UNIQLO EUROPE LTD. (311 Oxford Circus, flagship store), London, UK

Customer Advisor (Silver)

01. MARKET OASIS 6 - 19 2023 |4th Semester Revit,AutoCAD,SketchUp,Enscape, Photoshop,InDesign

02. PETITE ISLAND 20 - 33 2022-2023 |3rd Semester AutoCAD,SketchUp,Rhino,Enscape, Photoshop,InDesign

03. DANDELION HOUSE 34 - 39 2022 |2nd Semester AutoCAD,Photoshop

2021-2022 |1st Semester Cardboard

2022-2024 |Additional iPhone

01. MARKET OASIS

A calm, pleasant place in the middle of somewhere busy and unpleasant.

Location | Berlin,Germany

Year | 2023

Programs |

Street food market, Bookshop, Co-working space, Event vanue, Residential housing , Sky garden/ Café

Tutors |

Prof. Jeanne-Françoise Fischer

Prof. John Tubles

Anja Schumacher

MARKET OASIS is a dynamic complex featuring a street food market, bookshop, co-working space, event venue, residential housing, and rooftop park. Born from the adaptive reuse of an existing parking garage predating the fall of the Berlin Wall, its core mission is to rejuvenate an underdeveloped neighborhood while minimizing demolition, fostering a tranquil and engaging environment for all.

As Danish urban design consultant Jan Gehl aptly said,

“ If you invite more cars, you get more cars. If you make more streets better for cars you get more traffic. If you make more bicycle infrastructure you get more bicycles. If you invite people to walk more and use public spaces more, you get more life in the city. You get what you invite. ”

By cultivating a vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike, these revitalization efforts champion community engagement and sustainable progress.

Existing ramp in the parking garage

3D model of the site and Market Oasis

Parking Garage at Wilhelmstrasse / Franz-Klühs-Strasse, 10963 Berlin

Concept map

EXISTING STRUCTURE

Existing Supermarket

Existing Ramps & Stairs

Removed

Added (Ramps & Elevators & Stairs)

Parking

Housing Loft(Event Venure)

Parking Book shop

Co-workin/Study Room Event Venue Toilet Bicycle Parking

The core of the transformation strategy lies in sustainability and the reduction of CO2 emissions. Rather than extensive demolition, the strategy prioritizes adapting existing conditions, integrating three additional ramps, stairs, and lifts to improve accessibility while minimizing disruption.

By leveraging the existing infrastructure, the project embodies a sustainable and environmentally-friendly approach.

In the words of the French architects Lacaton & Vassal, “ Never demolish. Never subtract, remove, or replace. Always add, transform, and utilize, with and for the inhabitants. ”

Parking

Before transformation

Housing unit

FRONT BACK

After transformation - Rooftop

Outdoor space of the housing

city view from the roof

Event venue at the west corner

Market Oasis - BF

Before transformation

transformation - Bookshop

transformation - Space under the ramp

Axonometric drawing of the transformation

02. PETITE ISLAND

A small island floating in the urban city brings joy and fun.

Location | Berlin,Germany

Year | 2022-2023

Programs |

Theater, Kid library, Café, Second-hand furniture shop, Pizza restaurant, Rooftop park/Outdoor stage,Office

Tutors |

Prof. Jeanne-Françoise Fischer

Prof. John Tubles

Anja Schumacher

Fariborz Rahimi

Ausías González Lisorge

PETITE ISLAND emerges as a theater complex inspired by the dynamic stage of German choreographer Sasha Waltz’s production “INSIDEOUT.” This visionary performance depicted an urban cityscape crafted from interconnected boxes with varying openings, fostering an interactive experience where individuals could freely navigate without prescribed paths.

Drawing inspiration from this fluidity between indoor and outdoor spaces, PETITE ISLAND’s distinctive tripartite structure was meticulously crafted from reconfigured existing spatial elements on-site, forging a unified architectural ensemble

that blurs the boundary of interior and exterior realms.

In homage to the essence of “INSIDEOUT,” the concept extends to the rooftop, where a park serves as both an alfresco stage and a cultural oasis. Here, audiences can not only immerse themselves in performances within the theater’s confines but also savor cultural displays amidst the backdrop of surrounding edifices.

Nestled as a petite island amidst Berlin’s bustling urban landscape, PETITE ISLAND offers a serene sanctuary, inviting visitors to escape the frenetic pace of city life and indulge in diverse perspectives.

of the stage openings of the INSIDEOUT

Drawing from a participatory design approach, insights from site surveys revealed a community longing for a shared space that caters to both children’s amusement and parental respite. Consequently, amidst existing amenities like the second-hand furniture shop and pizzeria, a theater area intertwined with a children’s library was integrated.

Analysis

Conceptual collage

Public Toilet

Pizza Restaurant (Existing)

2nd-hand Furniture shop (Existing)

2022-2023

PETITE ISLAND

2022-2023

3rd Semester

PETITE ISLAND

Park / Outdoor Stage

2022-2023

PETITE ISLAND

South elevation (the dynamic outdoor ambiance)

Section CC (the connection between the bridge and the petite island)

2022-2023

view from the galley

view from the kid library

Retractable seating

Section

2022-2023

1 to 50 detail model

1 to 100 building model

2022-2023

3rd Semester

PETITE ISLAND

03. DANDELION HOUSE

A coliving housing cultivates multicultural community in Berlin.

Location | Berlin,Germany

Year | 2022

Programs |

Residential housing, Table tennis room, Co-working space, Café, Courtyrad park

Tutors |

Prof. Karsten Huneck

Juan Almarza Anwandter

Kay Fingerle

Dandelion House, situated at Brunnenstrasse 32, stands as a unique housing project in Berlin. Positioned on a corner, it embodies the architectural concept of an “Eckehaus” in German. Historically, this locale was a gathering point around the water pump on Brunnen Strasse, reflecting the community-centric nature of the area.

In the diverse landscape of Berlin, with nearly 790,000 foreign residents hailing from over 190 countries, our site analysis reveals that district 10115 boasts a rich multicultural environment, coupled with a youthful demographic compared to other districts.

The deliberate L-shaped design of Dandelion House serves a dual purpose: to create a central courtyard shared with neighboring buildings while maximizing ground space. Externally, the polycarbonate facade visually represents the dispersion of dandelion seeds(Cypselae) by the wind, serving as a metaphor for migration and the varied cultural influences shaping Berlin.

Dandelion House promotes communal living, inviting residents from diverse backgrounds to unite and embrace the city’s cultural richness.

Pump on the Brunnenstraße

of the Faccade- Dandelion

Cypselae

Dandelion Individual Collective (Travel) (Settle down)

The courtyard park provides a peaceful setting for neighbors to gather over coffee, reflecting Berlin’s diverse and harmonious atmosphere. The stair seating follows the natural contours of the landscape.

To foster community and privacy, the 1st floor serves as a private hub where residents can work remotely or enjoy table tennis, a popular local activity.

Spanning the 2nd to 4th floors, the shared corner kitchen also acts as a laundry room, encouraging socializing and relaxation. Thoughtfully integrated French balconies enhance residents’ quality of life within the limited housing area, offering delightful outdoor retreats.

1 to 100 building model

04. METAMORPHOSIS

Speaking through architectural forms rather than words.

01. The Relationship between the Column and Building

02. Territory - Transition

03. Onomatopoeia - Sound of the Rain

04. The Gate of Direction

05. The Gate of Proportion

06. The Gate of Wonderland

07. Niche

08. Family 09. Hybrid

Corner

“Metamorphosis” embodies a series of form developments inspired by diverse topics explored during the first semester at the University.

Each task was centered around a singular word—Column, Territory, Onomatopoeia, Gate, Niche, Hybrid, Family, and Corner—prompting thorough research and nuanced interpretation of form.

The Relationship between the Column and Building

05. PHOTOGRAPHY-MOMENT

“ Die

beste

Bildung findet ein gescheiter Mensch auf Reisen.”

Johann Wolfgang

“Es ist nicht genug zu wissen, man muss es auch anwenden;es ist nicht genug zu wollen, man muss es auch tun. ”

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

SHIH-WEI TSENG (AUGUST TSENG)

BA Architecture | Berlin International University of Applied Sciences 2021-2024