Portfolio of Austin (Chunfeng) Lu

CONNECTIONS Landscape Architecture Portfolio of Chunfeng Lu 2015-2020

Connections between the Built and Natural World.

Fort Canning Park, Singapore

The Beauty of Design is to Explore the Connection between People, Cities, and Nature.

Each Community Has Its Individual Characteristic.

Each Culture Has Its Unique Perspective.

Each Discipline Has Its Precious Knowledge.

My Mission Is to Connect Different Communities, Cultures, and Disciplines to Create More Comprehensive Designs.

CONTENTS

01. CONNECTIONS - SYNERGY IN THE CITY OF CENTRAL

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2018 FALL | CENTRAL, LA | LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

02. GREENWAY TO HEALTH

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2018 SPRING | BATON ROUGE, LA | COMMUNITY DESIGN

03. THE PHOTOGRAPHERS’ COURTYARD

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2017 SPRING | TOKYO, JAPAN | SITE DESIGN

04. THE CORE OF CONNECTIONS

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2019 FALL | BATON ROUGE, LA | URBAN DESIGN

05. AUGMENTED TIMBER ASSEMBLY

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2019 SUMMER | SHANGHAI, CHINA | PARAMETRIC DESIGN AND AUGMENTED REALITY

06. OTHER WORKS

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01.

CONNECTIONS - SYNERGY IN THE CITY OF CENTRAL 2018 Fall Location: Central, Louisiana Course: LSU Fourth-Year Design Studio Type: Landscape Planning and Development Duration of Project: Two Months Academic Role: Individual

Used Programs: Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign), Rhino, ArcGIS, Google Earth Pro

The study area is the City of Central, which is bounded to the east and west by the Amite and Comite Rivers. 74% of its 64 square miles sits within the 100-year flood plain, which means low-lying areas of the city will continue to flood. The lack of stormwater drainage infrastructure and capacity continues to place people and property at risk. Central also lacks public gathering spaces to bring the community together. Many neighborhoods are surrounded by large areas of forested open space and wetland areas. As a goal, Central would like to foster a greater sense of community and identity.

The proposed design uses multiple strategies to connect wetlands and people, improving the ecological, social, and educational impact on the environment. Expanded wetland area incorporating the existing wetland is proposed to provide water retention and recreational use.

Water research and learning hub is designed to generate more wetland protection jobs and educate visitors. New wetland parks are designed to link the school and neighborhood with the Comite River wetland area.

Biking and walking trails are provided for the local citizens to access the parks. Observation Towers are placed to visually and experientially connect the east side of the Comite River with the west side. Vehicular and pedestrian loops are used to connect observation towers and the proposed parks.

City Conceptual Diagram

Site Location

The Location of the City of Central

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Existing Conditions | Challenges | Opportunities

The Challenges and Opportunities Based on the Existing Condition

Poor accessibility

Lack of public space Lack of educational and recreational opportunities Analysis of Existing Community Issues

Deficient stormwater management Existing Flooding Issues

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Data Consideration | Advantage | Disadvantage The Advantages and Disadvantages Analyzed from Data Existing wetlands

Schools and building footprint

Existing parks

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Land :

35 % Population :

28,984

Population :

55 %

Buildings :

45 %

Parks :

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35 % of the land, 55 % population, and 45% buildings Central is subject to flood.

Flood plain

Schools :

7

Wetland :

10 %

60 % of residents think they do not have

70 % community does not have a

enough educational and recreational opportunities.

direct connection with public space.

Roads

Rivers and streams

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Proposal Logic Map GIS Data Combination

Implementation Strategy

Procedures to Achieve the Goals

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Building a Flooding Resilient and Wildlife Friendly City • Expanding wetland

2.

Promoting an Educational and Recreational Community

• Wildlife habitats.

• Educational hub

• New parks

• Expanding wetland

• Pervious paving

• New parks

3.

Improving the Accessibility and Connectivity within the City • The Connection between communities and public space • Trail and loop

• Proposing loop • Look-out points

4.

Developing the Synergy Effect • The identity of Central as a complete and livable city • More collaboration with the surrounding cities • More resources and people to Central

Synergy Effect

Benefits from the Effect

Existing Wetland Existing Parks School Building Footprint Flood Plain River and Streams Roads Major Road Site Boundary

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Solution Concept Perspectives

The Conceptual Impression of Potential Ideas Expanded Wetland

Educational Hub + Parks

Loop + Trail + Look-out Points

Planning Process

How did I Find the Right Place for Each Solution?

Solution Diagrams Proposed Wetland

Water Level Drop Wetland Expanded

Proposed Parks

Proposed Wetland

Proposed Park

Research Hub

Loops

1 Hour Biking

1.5 Hour Biking

3 Hour Biking

Research Hub

Pedestrian Loop Vehicular Loop

Look-out Points

15 mins Driving 1 Hour Biking

Proposed Trails

Natural Trail

Urban School Trail

Neighborhood

Look-out Point

Proposed Trail

Park

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Connection in the City

Planning Master Plan

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Central Middle School

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Existing Wetland

Proposed Wetland

Existing Parks

Proposed Park

School

Research Hub

Flood Plain

Park Loop

River and Streams

Wetland Loop

Roads

Proposed Trail

Site Design Location

Look-out Point Section Line

SCALE 1”=50,000’

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25,000’ 50,000’

100,000’

Connection in the Communities Site Plans

Site Sections “Look-out” Point

Parking Lot

Wetland Loop

Park Loop

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Wetland

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200’

Park Loop Comite River

“Look-out” Point Wetland Loop

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Forest

Sidewalk and Infiltration Planter

60 Ft

Car and Bike Lane

Sidewalk and Infiltration Planter

School Parking Lot

School

65 Ft 62 Ft 2

2’

2’

2

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Proposed Trail Road

200’

School Proposed Park

0 Ft

40 Ft

Wetland

3’

Proposed Pedestrian Trail

80 Ft

Proposed Vehicular Trail

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Proposed Trail Road

3’

200’

Research Hub Comite River

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30 Ft

60 Ft

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Design Features

Sections and Perspectives

A Wetland + Trail

“Look-out” Point

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A’ Proposed Park

Research Hub + Loop

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GREENWAY TO HEALTH 2018 Spring

The site is next to an interstate highway, featuring a park, a canal

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana Course: LSU Third-Year Design Studio Type: Community Design

intersecting a creek, and an industrial area. Interstate is on the north side of the site and the residential area is located on the west side. A railroad is in between the site and a commercial area in the south. Walmart is in the east part which serves as a commercial area as well. Meanwhile, the

Duration of Project: Two Months Academic Role: Individual

freeway, creek, and industrial areas have existing problems needed to be solved before being further developed.

The design is to create a community that can maintain and improve the physical and mental health of senior citizens to react to the increasing number of seniors in today’s society. By providing many outdoor

Used Programs:

programs including riverwalk, outdoor exercise equipment, dog parks,

Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign), Sketch Up, Google Earth Pro

and food gardens, people are willing to go outside of the buildings, enjoying many outdoor activities and socializing with other residents from the other part of the community.

Greenway in the title has double meanings. While it is the canal walk through the entire site, it also infers to the amenities this community includes to improve the overall health of residents. An activity center is designed at the heart of the neighborhood, providing advanced civic services for the residents. All parking lots are planned on the edge of the site to ensure the safety of residents within the community. The amenities provided for the residents enable them to remain active and healthy in the community. The overall design solution is to empower the seniors to feel self-worthy, respected, involved and fulfilled when they live in this community.

Community Area

1,700,000 Square Feet 39 Acres

Social

Mental

Physical

Senior Households

291 Families

Senior Population

Area Per Senior

380 Seniors

4,474 Square Feet 0.1 Acre

70%

of the Total Population

Site Location

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Site Inventory and Analysis Legend Site Boundary 41

Contour Line Drainage Direction High Point

Flood Vulnerable Area Vehicular Circulation High Point

Site Entrance

High Point

High Point High Point

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200’

400’

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Problem 1: Trash and Limited Accessibility

Strategy 1: Clean Up Trash

Problem 2: Limited Existing Programs

Strategy 2: Add Programs

Problem 3: Noise from the Freeway

Strategy 3: Plan Vegetated Buffer Area 8

Concept Generation + Inspiration Step 1 - Zone and Connection Diagram

Area Calculation

Waterfront Zone Recreational:

Commercial and Recreational Zone

Total Area: 39 Acres

Canal Walk

① Built Areas ② Open Green Space ③ Outdoor Recreation Area ④ Road and Parking Area ⑤ Service Area (Maintenance, trash)

Social:

Recreational:

Gathering Space

Theater Activity Center Social:

(Unit: Acre)

Outdoor Gathering Space

23.1

Restaurant Open Lawn Educational: Outdoor Classroom /Gallery 8.2

5.5 2 ①

Residential Zone Residential:

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④

⑤ 21%

One Story House Multiple Story Apartment Recreational:

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④ 14% ③ 5%

① 1%

Outdoor Exercise Social: Vegetable Garden

② 59%

Roof Garden Dog Park

Step 2 - Add Amenities Canal Walk

Natural Trail Environment Recreational Opportunity

Vegetable Garden

Mental Connection Fresh Food

Dog Park

Pet-Friendly Environment Social Opportunity • Amenity Pictures Obtained from Internet

Outdoor Exercise

Physical Health Recreational Opportunity

Activity Center

All-in-One Recreational Center

Roof Garden

Better Air Quality Social Opportunity

Open Lawn

Multi-Use Space Social Opportunity

Outdoor Classroom/Gallery

Extended Education Artistic Environment

Outdoor Gathering Space

Event Friendly Space Social Opportunity

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Spatial Analysis Diagrams Function

Streets and Buildings

Vehicular System

Commercial and Recreational Zone Waterfront Zone

Entrance/Exit

Secondary Street

Vehicular Circulation

Building

Residential Zone

Stormwater

Primary Street

Pervious Parking Lot

Planting

Gathering Areas

Infiltration

Trees

Dog Park

Conveyance

Grass/Shrubs

Outdoor Exercise

Green Roof

Vegetable Garden

Architectural Analysis Diagram Building 1

Building 2

Building 3

Building 6

3 Floors (34 ft) Office 33% Residential: 67%

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

2 Floors (26 ft) Commercial and Recreational: 100%

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 10

Building 4

Building 7

Building 9

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 8 2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 5

Houses

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

1 Floor (10 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 11 3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 12 2 Floors (22 ft) Residential: 50% Recreational: 50%

Building 20 3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 13

Building 19

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 14

Building 18

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

2 Floors (20 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 15

Building 17

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

3 Floors (30 ft) Residential: 100%

Building 16

Livable Streets Sections

Proposed Two-Lane Street within the Community

3 Floors (32 ft) Residential: 33% Recreational: 67%

Proposed Two-Lane Street Outside the Community

Livable Streets System Plan

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Connection within the Community Community Master Plan

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Stormwater Management Sections Existing land uses have been changed to new amenities in the proposed condition. The canal serves as a stormwater management tool to treat and convey stormwater runoffs in the community.

People can interact with the canal in different ways when it is during dry season, after small rain, or after heavy rain. Stormwater will infiltrate into the soil while it is conveyed to adjacent river system.

Canal Proposed Condition - After Small Rain

Canal Existing Condition

Canal Proposed Condition - After Heavy Rain

100’

200’

400’

Existing and Proposed Community Sections Existing Condition 1

A

A’

Proposed Condition 1

B

B’

Existing Condition 2

C

C’

Proposed Condition 2

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A Livable Community a. Perspective - Canal Walk Development

b. Perspective - Central Plaza and Diversified Activities

A Diverse Community Space c. Aerial View - The Relationship between Various Zones

Over 9 amenities are provided for the community.

A new multi-use

activity center is planned to support the livable community.

23.1 acres of public space is created for healthy outdoor activities.

1800 ft canal walk is designed to offer extra recreational opportunities.

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03.

THE PHOTOGRAPHERS’ COURTYARD 2017 Spring Location: Tokyo, Japan Course: LSU Second-Year Design Studio Type: Site Design Duration of Project: One Month

Photographers need a flexible space to work, learn, and play. Good lighting and background are the two keys to produce photographs with high quality. A space that can inspire ideas or relax users is helpful for the process of photography. Photographers also value the opportunities to learn from other people, to be inspired by any activities, or to build a relationship with potential clients.

Academic

Photography is a popular cultural activity in Japan especially in Harajuku

Role: Individual

which is a cultural area in Tokyo. Harajuku is known for its modern and trendy fashion. As a result of population density, the buildings are smaller

Used Programs: Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign), Sketch Up, AutoCAD

and denser than the typical residential buildings in the US. Located in Harajuku, the photographers’ courtyard in this project includes multi-use space providing the flexibility and functionality preferred by photographers.

The main challenges in the courtyard are privacy, limited space, and functions. Bamboo buffer is designed at the entrance to improve privacy.

Movable screens are used to define multi-use flexible space. Outdoor furniture and music bar are planned to serve as amenities and help attract potential clients.

The Culture of Photography in Japan

The Connection between the Courtyard and Photographers Connection between the Courtyard and Photographers Workflow of Photographers Workflow of Photographers

“Design “Designideas ideasare arecreated created specifically to improve specifically to improvethe the experience of activities in experience of activities in thethe courtyard.” courtyard.”

Step 1 inspiration, step 2 scenario, photo Step 1 inspiration, step 2 scenario, photo angle, step 3 sketch, and step 5 production angle, step 3 sketch, and step 5 production areare thethe main activities cancan bebe planned in in thethe main activities planned outdoor courtyard. outdoor courtyard.

Ideas Ideas

Concepts Developed Concepts DevelopedtotoImprove Improvethe theWorkflow WorkflowofofPhotographers Photographers 1

More Colors in Courtyard Creativity

Colorful Flower Design

3

Social Opportunities Activity Hub

Artistic Sense Relaxed Space

Multi-Use Space Promotion of Creativity

Promotion of Inspiration Promotion of Creativity

Party and Performance

Outdoor Music

2

Photography Hub Outdoor Classroom Promotion of Photography

Communication / Education

5 Social Opportunities Relaxed Space Educational Zone

Entrance View Blocker Privacy

Waiting Zone Idea Brainstorm Space

Mystery Security

Outdoor Lounge

See-Through Entrance Inviting Environment Cultural Association

Japanese Style Entrance •• Idea IdeaPictures PicturesObtained Obtainedfrom fromInternet Internet

Bamboo Buffer

Natural Light High Flexibility Casual Environment Better Quality Shoot

Outdoor Lighting

High-end Environment Identity Eastern Cultural Symbol

Black Bamboo Planting

Eastern Cultural Symbol High Flexibility Simple Background Space Definer

Screen

Less Maintenance Less Light Reflection High Quality

High-end Basalt Paving

Social Opportunities Activity Incubator Extra Amenities

Outdoor Bar and Drinks 10

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Design Alternative Plans

Linear Concept - Regular Time

L Shape Concept - Regular Time

Advantage: Clear Path Disadvantage: Lack of Privacy, Separated Space

Advantage: Social Zone Included, Multi-Use Areas Disadvantage: Inconvenient Storage

Linear Concept - Photography Time

L Shape Concept - Photography Time

Advantage: Clear Photography Area Disadvantage: Limited Accessible Space

Advantage: Flexible Space, Enclosed Space, More Privacy Disadvantage: Noisy Photography The area around the Bar

Spatial Analysis Diagrams Program Diagram

Compositional and Functional Diagram

Enclosure and View Diagram

Accessibility and Circulation Diagram

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Design Feature Plan - Hardscape and Softscape

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3’

40’

3’

4’ C’

Paving Material Pervious Concrete Black Paving Material Basalt Tiles Black Paving Material Concrete Black Polished Finish Edging Aluminum Silver

4’

A’/B’

Pseudosasa japonica Arrow Bamboo 10 Feet High 3 Feet Spread Hosta ‘Abby’ Hosta 1 Foot High 1.5 Foot Spread Phyllostachys nigra Black Bamboo 10 Feet High 3 Feet Spread Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary 2 Foot High 2 Foot Spread

Wisteria sinensis Chinese Wisteria 6 Feet High 2 Feet Spread Lavandula x intermedia Lavandin 2 Feet High 1 Feet Spread Rhododendron indicum Japanese Azalea 3 Feet High 3 Feet Spread Mulch Wood Chips Black

Daily Life in the Courtyard

This is a perfect place to take pictures. Look forward to uploading my new portrait to Instagram.

Entrance View Perspective

I learn a lot from you today and I feel more creative with the colorful flowers around us.

Educationl and Social Time Perspective

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Design Feature Sections - Furnishings Regular Time (8 A.M. - 9 A.M., 11 A.M. - 2 P.M., 5 P.M. - 9 P.M.)

① ⑨

⑥

⑫

③ ⑦ ②

A 3’

3’

15’

Bar

⑪

④ Outdoor Classroom

⑤

A’

10’

9’

Outdoor Lounge

Buffer Zone and Entrance

Photography Time (9 A.M. - 11 A.M., 2 P.M. - 5 P.M.) ① ⑨

⑫

⑩

③ ⑥

⑦ ②

B 3’

3’

15’

Bar

⑪

④

⑤

10’

Photography Studio

B’ 9’

Relax Area

Buffer Zone and Entrance

Party Time (9 P.M. - 2 A.M.)

① ⑨

⑫

③ ⑥ C 3’

⑧ ⑦

②

3’ Bar

⑪

④ 15’

10’

Dancing Pool

Social Area

⑤

C’ 9’

Buffer Zone and Entrance

⑤

Landscape Light Green

⑨

Wall Pink Concrete

Ground Speaker Black

⑥

Bar Counter Brown Wood

⑩

Screen White Plastic

③

LED Light Purple

⑦

Bar Stool Brown Wood

⑪

Outdoor Lounge Brown and White Wood and Leather

④

Gallery Light White

⑧

Bar Table Black Plastic

⑫

Japanese Style Gate Light Brown Wood

①

Overhead Speaker White

②

Courtyard in Different Uses

I need to grab a drink from the bar after this picture.

Photography Time Perspective

I like the music and the performance.

The guy in front of me looks good!

Performance and Party Time Perspective

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04.

THE CORE OF CONNECTIONS 2019 Fall

The site is located between the East Baton Rouge Career & Technical Education Center (CTEC) and McKay Automotive Training Center (ATC) in

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Baton Rouge. As the main users of the site, students and faculty members

Course: LSU Fifth-Year Design Studio

have informed us of their vision and preferred programs on the site.

Type: Urban Design

They wish to use this site as an outdoor recreational, relaxing, and social location.

Duration of Project: Three Months Academic

The open space area of the site is designed to connect the two schools

Role: Individual

and provide a choice of spaces with various functions. The schematic design combines different features from the two conceptual ideas. Both active and passive design elements remain to provide social, recreational,

Used Programs:

and educational opportunities for faculty and students during class

Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator,

and breaks. The active features include a basketball court and flexible recreational areas that are located in the north end of the outdoor

Indesign), AutoCAD, Unreal

space, making it an activity hub. Gathering spaces with shade structures and interactive arts are placed along the central spine of the space. An amphitheater and outdoor class spaces are located to the south providing

Mississippi River

a relatively quieter environment. The proposed mosaics of native shrubs line the walking trail with dense vegetation, making the south part a

Site

colorful contemplative area. While shrubs and groundcovers are planted to define clear pathways, the flexible open lawn areas are also available for users to organize special events. Bioswales are designed to capture, clean, and infiltrate rainwater runoff and reduce the possibility of flooding.

Smart Furniture (sensible light, WIFI table with power outlet) and cutting edge technology (augmented reality, virtual reality) are part of the design to achieve the futuristic goals of the high-tech school and provide users with easy access to the amenities.

LSU 0

0.7 mi

Site Location

ATC

Automotive Collision Center

Site

CTEC

Site Context Diagram

Concept Development Program Diagram 1

Program Diagram 2

Form Diagram 1

Form Diagram 2

Functional Diagram 1

Functional Diagram 2

Conceptual Landscape Plan 1

Conceptual Landscape Plan 2

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Conceptual Design Study Model

Conceptual Section 1 R. Tree Buffer Area

L. Gathering Space with Shade Structure

R. Tree Buffer Area

J. Walking Trail

H. Bioswale/Habitat

a

a’

P. Pathway

I. Outdoor Classroom

P. Pathway

SCALE: NTS

Design Features Basketball Court

Interactive Lighting

Sun Shade Structure

Recreation Activity Sport

Recreation Activity Fun

Relaxation Social Study

• Design Feature Pictures Obtained from Internet

Advantages: 1. Clear zone for active and passive uses 2. A good proportion of each area 3. Various hierarchy of pathway provided for both direct and indirect connections Disadvantages: 1. Inadequate open lawn area 2. Less variety toward the south part of the site

Conceptual Section 2 R. Tree Buffer Area

P. Pathway R. Tree Buffer Area

I. Outdoor Classroom H. Bioswale/Habitat

b

b’ J. Walking Trail

O. Lawn

M. Amphitheater

J. Walking Trail

Q. Native Shrub Mosiac SCALE: NTS

Design Features Amphitheater

Native Shrub Mosiac

Walking Trail

Education Social Performance

Relaxation Nature Stormwater

Relaxation Social Sport

• Design Feature Pictures Obtained from Internet

Advantages: 1. Large open lawn available for events 2. A straight connection between two schools 3. Multi-use amphitheater for performance Disadvantages: 1. Deficient quiet area 2. Fragmented function layout 3. Without an outdoor recreational area

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Connection Between Two Schools Landscape Site Plan

Schematic Design Perspectives

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Concept Realization Schematic Design Plan

Grading Plan

Materials Plan

Site Details

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05.

AUGMENTED TIMBER ASSEMBLY 2019 Summer

A gathering place is an open space large enough for people to gather together and organize different activities for various uses. At the same

Location: Shanghai, China Theme: Computational Design and Robotic Fabrication Type: Parametric Design and Augmented Reality

time, a gathering space is also a significant component of a successful streetscape, contributing to the vitality of a neighborhood. Nowadays, the gathering space is usually pre-defined as designers go through the design process. Sometimes, users wish to alter public space based

Duration of Project: Seven Days

on their own preferences. Also, some programs are not able to be

Personal

planned beforehand. To solve the problems, this project is to utilize the

Role: Individual

augmented reality and robotic fabrication technology to build flexible structures for gathering space. People will be able to use their phones to choose multiple prepared structures based on their intents. When

Used Programs:

the users pick the appropriate structure for their uses, the movable

Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign), Rhino,

construction robot embedded underground will be activated. A largescale structure will be quickly assembled using repeating serialized

Grasshopper

building blocks. The gathering space can be used for public meetings, theater, flea market, and even the sun and rain shelter. The robot will add or move some blocks around based on the sun angle and rain direction to maintain its functions.

User Scenarios Diagram ①

Gathering Space

②

There are a lot of choices. Let’s choose this one for our meeting!

We are going to have a community meeting here in 10 minutes.

Let’s start to create a gathering space!

③

Movable Robotic Fabrication Technology

Let’s get the robot started and discuss where we should set up the structure!

Augmented Reality (AR) Technology

④

Sun and Rain Shelter

It’s so great that the robot is making sure we will not get sunburn or wet!

Structure Assembly Diagram 45 Degree

Form Explanation - Simple form can be rotated and stacked to create complex structures. The form is stable and flexible.

Structural Detail Diagram

Sun and Rain Shelter Structure Flea Market Structure

Theater Structure

Meeting Structure Flea Market Structure in AR

Structure Visualization Perspective

Flea Market Structure in Use

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06.

OTHER WORKS - NICHOLSON PARKING LOT REDESIGN Through the removal of the Nicholson Hall Parking Lot as proposed by the Master Plan, the parking lot is altered to an open plaza connecting students from the Student Union and the quad area. Additionally, the plaza is designed to reduce the risk of flooding by using sustainable elements including permeable pavers and rain gardens. Deciduous trees are planted to create shade for students in the summer and a focal point in the winter. Movable tables and chairs are provided for any potential activities such as group discussion, group lunch, or temporary performance. Fixed benches are designed under the canopy to create a more relaxed and private feeling.

Multiple vertical paths are intended to connect the entrances from the buildings on the north and south side.

LSU Nicholson Hall Parking Lot Redesign Grading Plan (AutoCAD)

LSU Nicholson Hall Parking Lot Redesign Construction Detail (AutoCAD)

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OTHER WORKS - INTERNSHIP

Arlington Hotel Plaza, LSG, 2019 (Rendered Based on Given CAD Lineworks)

Tianan Skywalk Water Feature, AECOM, 2018 (Rendered Based on A Given 3D Model)

Arlington Hotel Street, LSG, 2019 (Rendered Based on Given CAD Lineworks)

Panyu Lijiao River Area, AECOM, 2018 (Created in Illustrator)Lineworks)

WMATA Headquarter Site Plan, LSG, 2019 (Rendered Based on Given CAD Lineworks)

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06.

OTHER WORKS - CNC FABRICATION Modular Tectonic - A Lantern at the Threshold “A Lantern at the Threshold” was completed as an assignment during a digital

Design Concept:

fabrication course. The class focused on workflow integration of digital

The lighting fixture is designed to be placed at the entrance of a Japanese

fabrication tools, such as 3D printers, CNC mills and laser cutters. Students

garden to signpost the threshold. The lighting leads the way for visitors

were taught how digital fabrication could be used as both an intermediary

and contributes to a futuristic feeling. The fixture’s rectangular shape

process for the production of components, and as a primary process to produce

emphasizes the idea of stability, order, and formalization. The fixture is

finished objects. Demonstrations included drawing techniques for Rhino 3D,

designed 1 foot and 4 inches in height intentionally to maintain a clear view

file preparation and output for three fabrication machines (3D printer, CNC mill,

behind the fixture. The wave pattern on the side panels recalls Japanese

and laser cutter) as well as operating instructions for these machines. By the end

ornamentation. Translucent acrylic panes and color-changing LED lights

of this course, students had gained practical knowledge of the safe operation

create mysterious, tranquil, and futuristic impressions. All translucent

of digital fabrication machines, as well as insight on how this technology would

surfaces are kept inside in order to maintain the cleanness of surfaces which

benefit them in their design practice.

can be easily stained.

Concept Development

Fabrication Details

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Light Bulb and Socket

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3

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4

(Photoshop, Illustrator)

Lantern Display

Lantern Front View (Camera)

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5

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Light Bulb Holder Front View Not To Scale

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Light Bulb Holder Top View Not To Scale

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(Illustrator)

Lantern Top View

Red Light Mode

Green Light Mode

Blue Light Mode

Purple Light Mode

Yellow Light Mode

06.

OTHER WORKS - GRAPHIC DESIGN

A Map of an Imaginative Resort on a Floating Island (Photoshop)

Book Sale Fundraising Poster

Urban Landscape Planning Poster (Designed with Given Graphic Components)

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06.

OTHER WORKS - HAND DRAWINGS

Connection - LSU Rural Life Museum (Pencil)

Wall - Louisiana Art & Science Museum (Pencil)

Roof - LSU Studio Art Building (Pencil)

Structure - Vernacular Architecture in Baton Rouge, LA (Pencil)

Sidewalk Crack (Pencil)

House Section (Pencil)

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OTHER WORKS - PHOTOGRAPHY

Gardens by the Bay | Singapore | Grant Associates (Camera) 24

06 OTHER WORKS -

Reconciliation Place | Canberra, Australia | Simon Kringas Architects | “A gate to the sky” - Published on Sine Theta Magazine in 2019 (Camera)

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- PHOTOGRAPHY

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