BERNICE SHUM
SELECTED WORKS - PORTFOLIO 2019
"We do not create the work. I believe we, in fact, are discoverers." - Glenn Murcutt
BERNICE SHUM
Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism (Design, CO-OP) www.linkedin.com/in/berniceshum 318 Holmes Avenue Toronto, Ontario M2N 4N3 Email: bshumdesign@gmail.com Cellphone: [416] -574-5128
EDUCATION Carleton University [September 2013- April 2018] Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism Bachelor of Architectural Studies [Design Stream, Co-op]
[May 2018- Present] Ryerson University Chang School of Continuing Education Certicate in Fundmentals of Interior Design [Candidate]
Ottawa, Canada
Toronto, Canada
WORK EXPERIENCE
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Substance - Sheung Wan, Hong Kong [October 2016- July 2017] Project Planning Assistant
Ottawa Architecture Week - Ottawa, Canada Events Volunteer [October 2015]
- Attend and moderate site meetings, co-ordinating work with Project Manager, Architects, Interior Designers, Engineers and Lead Contractors for The Fleming Hotel - Daily communication with vendors and clients, account management and project management of on-going projects exploring new opportunities for third party collaborations
Daniel Johnson Architect - Toronto, Canada [May 2016- August 2016] Architectural Assistant - Actively assist Senior, Intern Architects and Interior Designers in the production of detailed permit and construction drawings for small to medium scaled retail and residential projects (assisted and produced preliminary tender drawings for 295 Dufferin Street Apartment Renovation) - Propose, animate and create conceptual digital and physical models as well as renderings and presentation material (marketing boards) for client meetings
Mesbur & Smith Architects - Toronto, Canada [Summer 2013, 2014] Junior Architectural Assistant
SKILLS 3D Model Making Hand Drafting/Sketching Laser Cutting Visual Communication Photography Design Development Project Management Project Procurement Teamwork
SOFTWARE Autodesk AutoCAD Autodesk Revit Adobe Photoshop CS6 Adobe Illustrator CS6 Adobe Indesign CS6 Rhinoceros 5.0 + V- Ray SketchUp Pro Microsoft Word, Excel & Powerpoint
Habitat for Humanity - Toronto, Canada Build Site Volunteer Project: Brimley Road Townhouses
[Summer 2015]
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Blog 22 Photojournalist, Graphic Designer Visual Arts Council Events Co-ordinator
[2015- April 2018]
[September 2015- April 2016]
Azrieli Architecture Student Association [September 2014- April 2015] CASA Representative Douglas Cardinal Aboriginal Centre Installation Carleton University Research Assistant with Professor [May 2014- September 2014] Manuel Baez
ACHIEVEMENTS
TRAVEL
AIAS InStudio Render/ Sketch
France, Italy
Marilynn Booth Award
Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan
3rd Place Recipient [January 2019] Recipient [September 2018]
Faculty Choice Award, Nominee
[July 2018]
[September 2016- July 2017]
China
Publication “Valerian”,“Chroma” [June 2018]
[October, July 2016]
Stantec Architecture Competition
Germany & Netherlands
Building 22 Nominee - Publication
New York City, United States
Housing Finalist Nominee [January 2018]
Nominee “The Unfolding Cube” [May 2016]
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
[February 2016] [October 2014]
TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 THE FLEMING HOTEL Luxury Hospitality in Wan Chai, Hong Kong 08 Internship at A Work of Substance [Hong Kong Studio]
02 ORIGIN Luxury Hospitality in Shangri-La Hotel Singapore Internship at A Work of Substance [Hong Kong Studio]
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03 VALERIAN A Healing Centre in Rockcliffe, Ottawa
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04 INTERLACE Architecture and Urban Residential Design in Lowertown, Ottawa
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05 KAROUSEL KINDERGARTEN 32 A Kindergarten and Discovery Centre in Kanata, Ottawa
06 OTHER WORKS Photography and Sketches
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THE FLEMING HOTEL
Project Completion: 2017 Location: Wan Chai, Hong Kong Team: A Work of Substance Hong Kong Project Role: Project Planning Assistant [Design Development to Construction] Area: 3382 m2
Located on the western district of Hong Kong Island, The Fleming Hotel is a newly branded and refurbished boutique hotel containing 66 chic bedrooms that take guests back to Hong Kong’s 1970’s business industrial period. The hotel’s branding strategy draws inspiration from its location and history during the maritimes heritage and aims to connect people culturally, socially and efficiently moving forward. The hotel’s interiors and details are based on Hong Kong’s well-known form of transportation- the Star Ferry. Taking inspiration from this prominent symbol, the boat connotates to Hong Kong’s deep cultural connection to its community, heritage and traveling experiences. In addition, Osteria Marzia, an Italian inspired restaurant located on the ground floor of the hotel is inspired by the diverse seaside of Italy’s coastal regions. Nautical design details both present in the hotel suites is also portrayed in the restaurants’ design as well.
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GUEST BEDROOM 306 The photographs on the right portray custom- furniture, lighting, accessories, amenities, original artwork, branding collaterals and wayfinding signage. I was involved in the project from design development to project co-ordination and procurement.
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OSTERIA MARZIA RESTAURANT Located on the ground floor of the hotel, guests enter Osteria Marzia, an Italian restaurant containing double height ceilings, curved doorframes, overarching floor lamps, teak and indigo blue walls tiles providing an unforgettable ambience of the maritime heritage.
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OSTERIA MARZIA KITCHEN PREPARATION To the right of the bar canopy, a curved frame opens up to the chef’s kitchen and preparation space. A custom- designed shelving unit withholds twelve hammer-nickeled and Sicilian inspired ceramic bowls carrying fresh fruit and herbs upon arrival to the restaurant. The checkered flooring and polished blue tiles surround the restaurant echoing the sea’s waves.
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ORIGIN GRILL SHANGRI-LA HOTEL
Project Completion: 2017 Location: Singapore Team: A Work of Substance Hong Kong Project Role: Project Planning Assistant [Selection & Sourcing of Materials] Area: 535 m2
A train station is a destination of crossroads where the lives of individuals converge and intersect representing the beginnings and endings of a journey. Inspired by Singapore’s colonial character and historical abundance in trade, Origin Grill and Bar evokes nostalgia to steam train travel. With the existing carved arches, dark turquoise velvet drapes, organic brass and red distressed leather, these characteristics reminisce romantic art-deco interiors. Diners begin their journey through the presence of a kinetic sculpture leading into the ticket counter, grand hall, platform, and finally to the intimate carriage.
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DARK TURQUOISE VELVET UPHOLSTERY
EMULSION PAINT
EMULSION PAINT
MAHOGANY FURNITURE
FURNITURE CUSHION FABRICS
CARRARA MARBLE
FLUTED GLASS
EMULSION PAINT
BAR FURNITURE
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PARQUET FLOORING
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WOOD PANELS
LOUNGE CHAIR FABRIC
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TAN LEATHER
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BRASS
RED DISTRESSED LEATHER
DARK TURQUOISE VELVET CURTAINS
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CLEAR GLASS
MARBLE FLOOR TRIM
BLACK MARBLE COLUMN
OAK FLOORING
POLISHED PLASTER
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VALERIAN Project Completion: 2018 Location: Rockcliffe, Ottawa Project Role: Conceptual Design, Space Planning, Architectural Visualization Artist Project Publication: Builidng 22 Publication Project Advisor: Gregory Andonian Team Members: Farah Elbatish, Peter Kim Area: 2089m2
Valerian, a healing centre located on the periphery of Rockcliffe, Ottawa targets the distressed and addicted individuals located within the region. Valerian is a place which promotes holistic healing experiences where the occupant is immersed in nature, encouraged to engage in the arts, and stimulated through aroma therapeutic and aquatic healing experiences. The element of water is a motif present visually and experientially throughout the building, further promoting the process of self-reflection and recovery. The centre encourages a constant act of emotional balance, and is a journey about the alignment of the body, mind and soul.
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BUILDING CONCEPT AND MASSING
Bud
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Tension based support cable system
Sprout
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Stem
Mass floats over Ottawa River
Blossom
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Mass rests on sloped ground
PROGRAM BREAKDOWN
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Prototype 1
Prototype 2
Prototype 3
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SURRENDER, RECOVER, RE-BIRTH
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GARDEN CONSERVATORY
On the ground level, a garden conservatory space allows an immersive indoor/outdoor experience. Individuals are encouraged to engage in gardening practices to further immerse themselves in nature as part of the healing process. Various flowers and herbs essences are extracted in the Laboratory Room to produce oils and scents throughout the building’s experiences these include: Lavendar scented hot springs or Lilac mist diffused in the Meditation Room.
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BELOW GROUND FLOOR In the lower ground level of the public sector of the building, water elements are introduced in the healing center as a means of “cleansing the body, mind and soul�. Amenities found in the space include: three various sized pools, mud baths, enclosed saunas, a Himalayan Sea salt cave, thermal/ oriental baths, massage rooms and a sports facility.
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EXTERIOR BUILDING RENDER
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INTER-LACE HOUSING Project Completion: 2017 Location: Lowertown, Ottawa Project Nomination: Finalist; Stantec Housing Competition Project Advisor: Ryan Koolwine Team Member: Shirley Duong Project Role: North Building Conceptual Design, Floor Planning, Visualization & Details Area: 959 m2
Interlace expresses opportunities for connectivity and diversity among the community to engage in a dynamic live/ work environment among the streets of King Edward. King Edward and St. Patrick Street are major intersections of three developments in the Ottawa Lowertowne area and is within close proximity to Shepherds of Good Hope (233 Murray Street), a heritage designated building which formerly serves housing for long term and emergency care, National Gallery of Canada and Parliament Hill. Interlace Developments responds to the site by providing a range of residence suites from bachelors to 4-bedroom units with optimal views. Interlace Developments expresses the gestures of pathways experienced on site through an interactive elongated staircase that flows from the North to the South building. These two buildings contain commercial/ retail space on ground floor and a variety of residential units above. Additionally, a convenience store, boutique shops, offices, restaurants/ cafe and a cultural Arts Centre is located within the site.
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ST. PATRICK STREET
G R O U N D F LO O R P L A N
LEGEND
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01 LOBBY ENTRANCE 02 RESTAURANT 03 RESTAURANT KITCHEN 04 RETAIL 05 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 06 SERVICE 07 BACHELOR SUITE 08 1 BEDROOM SUITE 09 OUTDOOR GARDEN 10 UNDERGROUND PARKING GARAGE 11 EMERGENCY EXIT STAIRS
KING EDWARD STREET
SOUTH ELEVATION
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KING EDWARD STREET VIEW
The North Building of Interlace Developments is located within 350m of Bordeleau Park and the Rideau River providing optimal views of the cityscape. With amenities located on the 4th floor, residences have access to a spacious rooftop for outdoor and indoor activities as well. A boutique shop and restaurant is also located on the ground floor, further enhancing a work, play and live environment.
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KAROUSEL KINDERGARDEN Project Completion: 2015 Location: Kanata, Ottawa Project Publication: American Institute of Architecture Students [3rd Place Recipient] Project Advisor: Eric Archambault Area: 3150 m2
Karousel Kindergarten located in Kanata, Ottawa encourages children to engage in the outdoors and have an ever-growing curiousity about the world around them. The kindergarten promotes social engagement and interaction whether it’d in the classroom or through outdoor activities such as the exploration of Marchwood Lakeside turtle habitat. With a constant balance between indoor and outdoor space, children are provided with much flexilbility and fun to enhance their learning experiences. One of the main features of the interior is the fully accessible ramp which sweeps upward gradually along the perimeter of the building. With toddler height windows and vertical wood panelling, the double membraned roof structure is emphasized. This semi-transparent constellation inspired skylight provides children with a unique experience in the kindergarten, whether they are in the classroom or in the social gathering pit space. This central gathering space is the core of Karousel Kindergarten inspired by the design of a tree, the wooden canopy symbolizes growth, protection and purity as children.
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G R O U N D F LO O R P L A N 01 School Entrance 02 Children’s Coat Cubby 03 Secretary 04 Office Assistants 05 Meeting Room 06 Vice Principal’s Office 07 Principal’s Office 08 Staff Lunch Room & Kitchen 09 Universal Staff Bathroom 10 The Pit 11 Colour Room 12 Classroom 13 Male/ Female Changeroom/ Bathroom 14 Gymnasium 15 Staircase 16 Garden Shed 17 Custodian’s Closet 18 Loading Dock 19 Mechanical & Electrical Room 20 Season & Equipment Storage 21 Supply & Furniture Storage 22 Bicycle Storage 23 Parking
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MASS COMPOSITION
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Aluminum Perforated Panel
Glass Membrane
Single Layered Lattice Glulam Beams
1 Glulam Section 2 Glulam Perimeter Beam 3 Nailed Edge-Glued Elements 4 Wood Screw & Toothed Plate Connector
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STRUCTURAL ROOF COMPOSITION
Interior of Classroom
Marchwood Lakeside Turtle Habitat Exploration 37
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PERSONAL WORKS
Wassily Kandinsky’s Composition 9 Remastered, June 2018 3D Model, Watercolour & Stainless Steel Pins
Wassily Kandinsky’s painting, Composition 9 is filled with colours and overlapping forms inspired by his passion for music. There are many similarities between the composition of a song and how a painting is composed. Relationships were drawn between the geometrical and organic forms through intersecting lines, points and shapes all in which were dispersed to create an entwinement between the organic and geometrical. The whimsical presence of movement and dynamism are present in the design of this pavilion created by the submersion and fluidity of watercoloured shadows. Similar to Kandinsky’s painting of overlapping forms and lines, depth is portrayed at 3 different levels – foreground, middle ground and background. Stainless steel pins were fastened onto each of the layers, while still creating a sense of varied levels and overlapping surfaces.
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Karousel Kindergarten, Lighting & Material Studies Kanata, Ontario 2016
Little Italy Bookstore, Spatial Explorations Physical Model Ottawa, Ontario 2015
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Canadian Bank of Commerce, May 2015 Photograph
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Nostalgic Streets of Hong Kong, October 2016 Ink Sketch
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