MELBOURNE SCHOOL OF DESIGN ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO
DANIEL CHOW
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THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS I
ABOUT ME
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YOUNG,WILD & GREEN 2018 STUDIO: FIRE (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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ABANDONED GLAM 2017 STUDIO: AIR (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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PAVILION: (X)PLORATION 2017 STUDIO: EARTH (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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THE BOATHOUSE: A REM KOOLHAAS STUDY 2016 STUDIO: WATER (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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ELIZABETH BLACKBURN SCHOOL OF SCIENCES 2018 CONSTRUCTION DESIGN (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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CONCEPT T 2015 DESIGNING ENVIRONMENTS (THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE)
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ABOUT ME
PERSONAL My name is Daniel Chow and I am an aspiring architect. I was born in Singapore but was raised in both Singapore and Shanghai. Having completed the Bachelor of Environments (Major in Architecture) in The University of Melbourne in 2018, I am now ready to move forward to pursue a further education with a Master’s Degree. I realize that architecture is more than just design but a way to express individuality and ideas through a realm of forms, technology, flow and materiality.
EDUCATION 2015 – 2018 (Melbourne, Australia) The University of Melbourne Bachelor of Environments Major in Architecture Graduated with Honours 2012 – 2013 (Melbourne, Australia) Trinity College (The University of Melbourne) Foundation Studies Average: Distinction 2008 – 2011 (Singapore, Singapore) ACS (Barker Road) Secondary Education GCE 'O' Level 2001 – 2007 (Shanghai, China) Shanghai American School Elementary and Middle School
MODELLING SKILLS Lasercutting 3D Printing Hand-built modelling
EMPLOYMENT November 2017 – Feb 2018 (Singapore) AC Consortium Pte Ltd Internship - Assist in Major Projects - Creating final renders for Major Projects - Editing and calculating final construction numbers
SOFTWARE SKILLS Rhinoceros 3D AutoCAD Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Adobe Illustrator Autodesk Revit Grasshopper 3D Microsoft Office WordPress
YOUNG, WILD & GREEN
SITE ANALYSIS Park Drive
Flemington Road
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY EXTENSION TO UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL DATE OF COMPLETION 2018 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION As urban development increases in today’s world, it is important to ensure that spaces are being used efficiently and well. University high is located just at the border of the CBD and is surrounded by many other man made buildings. With little greenery in the area, it is important to note that us humans (especially high schoolers) still like to connect with nature and be outside. This school tries to accomplish that by incorporating open and green spaces, large expansive vertical volumes as well as the landscape around to blur the line between the outdoors and indoors.
SITE PLAN
Story Street
Royal Parade
COURTYARD
DESIGN ONE
PRIVATE GARDEN
DESIGN TWO
DESIGN THREE
CONCEPT I
CONCEPT II
CONCEPT III
GREEN WALL
ROOF TERRACE
ROOF TERRACE
ROOF TERRACE
CIRCULATION
GREEN FACADE CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION CONTINUOUS CIRCULATION
WATER FEATURE
UNDERGROUND SPACE
GREEN WALL
GREEN FACADE
SHAPE ANALYSIS
Large geometric space that employs an open plan and greenery
INTERIM ONE
Split into 2 separate programs (Public + Private spaces)
Introduction of floor to ceiling Courtyard + Green Roofs
INTERIM TWO
Introduction of Sky Bridges to create one homogenous design
Final Design that incorporates values explored earlier
Laminated and tempered flat glass floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
Third Floor
140mm thick Glass and steel balustrade
Second Floor First Floor
First Floor Mezzanine First Floor Mezzanine
400 x 400mm Steel Columns (Coated with a copper finish)
Reinforced concrete Retaining Wall (Core in both Complexes)
Ground Floor Ground Floor Mezzanine
First Floor Double glazed Curtain Wall with rectangular mullions Ground Floor Mezzanine
Reinforced Concrete Slab
PLAN
Ground Floor
EXPLODED DIAGRAM (left) As for the structure of the building, it features a reinforced concrete slab on both complexes and double glazed curtain walls. The columns are made of steel at are spread at 6m apart. The internal walls are timber studs while the core that is on both sides are a 300mm reinforced concrete retaining wall. There is a green roof on the second floor as mentioned earlier and it’s a 200mm extensive green roof so basically for small plants and herbs. Lastly, the top floor feature a portion whereby plan of the floor is glass to have natural light flow into the building. VERTICAL GARDENS (right) The main feature of my building are actually the 2 courtyards that run from ground floor all the way to the Top for both complexes. Known as vertical gardens, the one on the education side actually has a void on each floor creating a balcony like opening to this green courtyard. The sports complex features on top but does not have the void space. Both are covered with a glass roof. These gardens bring nature into the building and also provides natural light and acts as the heart of what the whole green theme revolves around. I have decided to use tropical rainforest plants are they do not require much sunlight or maintenance.
FACADE SYSTEM
Vertical Garden (Education)
Vertical Garden (Sports)
Open concept double volume Atrium
Corridor to classrooms featuring the Vertical Garden
Common area for solo/group study
Green Roof Learning Center (Outdoor Education)
ABANDONED GLAM
RHINO MODEL
APPAREL HIGH END DESIGNER DRESS DATE OF COMPLETION 2017 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION Taking inspiration from Croatian born fashion designer Matija Cop, we would use grasshopper to determine a basic connection detail that can be mutplied across an entire garment. Our form varied dramatically from prototyping to the final stage. Initially we had started of with a high collared, long sleeved garment but as we explored Grasshopper more, we had changed it to a full length dress as this gave us a wider design scope to play with multiple variations using Grasshopper tools like Weaverbird and Lunch Box on a garment with a larger surface area. For the final dress, we broke it down into four major components, a neck piece, a shoulder piece, waistband and skirt. Each of the four pieces are bespoke with each row containing a different sized tab and slit. The Grasshopper definition would have allowed for this as it would be adjusted to the length of each piece. As for the diamond pattern, it would increase with the size of the surface meaning that the neck piece would have smaller components while the skirt has the largest.
VARIATIONS
The tessellation of the dress allowed for ease of fabrication. The diamond pattern became on individual component that could be laser cut as a separate piece and assembled through a means of weaving the elements together. The garment is made up of some 192 individual pieces. In the nature of the post-apocalypse and post style we believe that our only form of identification would become through our clothes. We incorporated this in the garment by etching a unique identifier into the skirt and neck piece, that would become individualised as it is reproduced for others.
FINAL RENDERS
GRASSHOPPER SCRIPT
PROCESS
FINAL SHOTS
POINT LINE PLANE
MASS
FRAME & INFILL
The point line and plane technique alters as one changes his/her view. Viewed from different angles on elevation, each individual ‘structure’ seems as though it is connected by one point in the middle of it all to form almost like a cross like structure via the lines. When viewed in perspective, the model gets narrower as it ascends, embracing the concept of plane to line to point. When viewed from the top it is a consistent flow of alternating lines and planes as you move from left to right.
As the roots of our earth provide the foundation for us to stand on, this drawing represents strong fixtures that are intertwined within one another to create a sense of strength and heaviness to support the solid state above in an almost intimidating manner. Highly inspired by deep caves and tectonic plates, both the dark and light spaces correlate to each other.
This frame and infill model is based on abstraction. It shows that both frame and infill need one another to support this structure.
PAVILION: X(PLORATION) COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SECRET PAVILION DATE OF COMPLETION 2017 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION In today’s society, we tend to make assumptions by judging something/someone before fully understanding it. My idea embarks around the concept of illusionism, where the top seems light but gets deeper as one goes beneath the ground. This concept goes back to my notion of a secret where one will need to take a journey through exploration before uncovering something he/she may not have known before.
CONCEPTACLE This represents my notion of secret in an abstract manner. The top consists of a light and minimalistic frame that is open on all ends. The ground floor houses a piece of glass that looks toward the deep bottom to entice users to go beneath the surface. The glass portion is surrounded by point line and plane elements that are metaphorically protecting the secret beneath. This conceptacle serves as the foundation for the Pavilion.
SITE ANALYSIS Located toward the bottom of the island, the site chosen is easily accessible from both access points. At ten meters high, it is also the highest point of the island. Whilst open on one end, the other end is surrounded by trees creating a stark contrast between exposure and privacy.
Sun Path
Noise Source
Noise Source
Topography Greenery Walking Paths Access Points Travel Route Site Chosen
Noise Source
Prevailing Winds
ABOVE GROUND
ON GROUND
BELOW GROUND
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PLAN Compromising of three levels, the footprint of the area gets larger as one proceeds downward.
FUNCTION DIAGRAM Function Diagram Vertical revolving door
‘Open’ stairs
The above ground portion is seamlessly incorporated into the hill of Herring Island. Covered in grass, it features a glass portion that looks to the secret room in the lowest level of the pavilion. Designed as a viewing platform, users may use this open space to enjoy panoramic views of the island.
Circulation Dark Space Light Space Secret Room Social Spaces Children hiding spots
As one enters the pavilion through the ground floor, he/she is only given one path, downward. The glass portion is once again looking toward the level below to entice the users to go beneath the surface via the ‘open’ stairs. Upon reaching the lowest level of the pavilion, one will find various spatial qualities here which drew inspiration from Bernard Tschumi’ plan. As the theme revolves around exploration, I wanted to create spaces of stark contrasts with a play on light and dark spaces. Each of the four domes feature a unique attribute that allows the user to interact with the space in order to proceed with his/her journey. (full details on the Function Diagram) While this pavilion is designed around secrecy, it is also catered to small families. The domes have large openings and are relatively short as it caters to a demographic of all ages. One may choose to leave the dome at any one point via the openings on either end that lead back to the main area.
Floor tactile paving Rope handle
Horizontal revolving door Secret room
FORM Three tectonics are merged together in this design. As the general shape features heavy elements of point line plane with hints of frame and infill, the experience as one wanders through the pavilion shows strong signs of mass.
ABOVE GROUND
ON GROUND
BELOW GROUND
Section AA
Sections 1:100
Section BB
THE BOATHOUSE: A REM KOOLHAAS STUDY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY BOATHOUSE DATE OF COMPLETION 2016 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION The concept of how a boathouse is connected to open waters emphasizes the idea of freedom and exploration which are the main themes for the design of this building. Inspired by a parallelogram, this asymmetrical building features sharp and clean lines with exaggerated angles all around. Compromising of 2.5 levels, each level boasts 6m high ceilings with floor to ceiling windows to allow an abundance of natural light through. The exterior surface is made of glass and a quilted patterned concrete that emphasizes the idea of multiple paths and choices. With every external panel of the building tilted at an angle, it gives the illusion of a wider, larger space both internally and externally.
SITE PLAN 8 3m
First Floor (Mezzanine)
10m
33m
7 - Bar (Outdoor)
8 - Bar (Outdoor)
8 13m
7 - Food Preperation
7 - Dining (open)
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17m
SHAPE ANALYSIS
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8 - Kitchen
7 - Food Storage
4m
First Floor
10.5
22.5m
27m
1st Floor 1 (Open)
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2
Restaurant
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4
Office
Cafe
16m
Circulation
5
20m
Hire Counter
Toilets + Showers
Boathouse Workshop
Boat Storage
Kiosk 4.5m
Ground Floor
Ground Floor
5m
22m
Plan 1:50 33m 27m
7 - Bar (Outdoor)
8 - Bar (Outdoor)
33m
33m
1 (Open)
27m
7 - Bar (Outdoor)
27m
3
8 - Bar (Outdoor)
1 (Open)
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2
7 - Bar (Outdoor)
8 - Bar (Outdoor)
1 (Open)
4 8
3
3 13m
7 - Dining (open) 2
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8
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4 8
16m
13m
7 - Dining (open)
Plan 1:50
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6
17m
8
13m
5
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7 - Dining (open)
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17m
8
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7 - Food storage
3m
8 - Kitchen
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17m
20m
16m
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16m
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8 7 - Food storage
3m
8
8 - Kitchen
10m
20m
Plan 1:50
7 - Food storage
4m
3m
10m
4m
4.5m
10.5m
10.5m
22.5m
22.5m
4.5m
5m
5m
20m
10m 4m
4.5m
8 - Kitchen
10.5m
22.5m
22m
22m
5m
SECTION A-A
SECTION B-B
22m
SECTION C-C
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REM KOOLHAAS INSPIRATION Rem Koolhaas’ principle of mixing public and private space was very much incorporated into this design (Lynch, 2015). The North side of the boathouse features a full glass curtain wall that takes advantage of the unobstructed view of the city, park and of course, Yarra River. With elements like a glass elevator and stairs placed edge to edge to the glass curtain wall, it gives a sense of openness and airiness in an enclosed space. This method of connecting the building to its surrounding context is applied in many of Koolhaas’ designs, especially in Pierre Lassonde Pavillion (“Pierre Lassonde Pavillion,” 2016). As Koolhaas embarks on the idea of adventure, one has to constantly move around and just like Casa Da Musica, there is no lobby but instead, long corridors and stairs to connect each room (“Casa Da Musica,” 2014). As Koolhaas embarks on daring approaches, the boathouse storage does not face the front, instead, it is placed on the East side. The main reason being light. Should the storage be placed at the front end, the use of natural light would be compromised leaving the ground floor dull and stagnant which goes against what the principles of this building is all about.
SECTION B-B
SECTION C-C
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ELEVATION VIEW
ELIZABETH BLACKBURN SCHOOL OF SCIENCES COMMERCIAL PROPERTY HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING DATE OF COMPLETION 2018 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION A scaled axonometric drawing and model of a certain section of the EBBS building. The section cut shows the structural systems present in the building. It covers all levels of the building including the soil profile, footings, reinforcement, steel, windows/door and type of roof used. With the drawing and model made, one can get a better understanding of what actually happens beneath the surface in a highly interactive way.
SCHEDULE DETAILS SOIL PROFILE 1. 0MM - 107MM CRUSHED ROCK CAPPED BY 30MM ASPHALT, BROWN GREY, MOIST, SILT, CLAY, MEDIUM DENSE 2. 107MM - 380MM CRUSHED ROCK AND CEMENT STABILISED, GREY BROWN, MOIST, TRACES OF SILT, MEDIUM DENSE 3. 380MM - 646MM CLAY, GREY BROWN, MOIST, SILTY, STIFF 4. 646MM - 2615MM EXTREMELY WEATHERED, YELLOW/ORANGE/GREY, SILTY AND GRAVELS, VERY LOW ROCK STRENGTH
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FOOTINGS – SLAB 5. F1 – 1500MM X 1500MM X 750MM – N12-200 CRS BOTTOM BOTH DIRECTIONS 6. EB1 – 300MM WIDE AT 600MM DEEP WITH 3-L12-TM TOP AND BOTTOM REINFORCEMENT
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CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT 7. RL818 MESH EF-MAIN BARS VERT. – STEEL TROWEL
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CONCRETE BEAM – COLUMN 8. 1BB2 – 2400MM WIDE X 550MM DEEP
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STEEL (ALL STEELWORK TO BE ONE STEEL GRADE 300 PLUS U.N.O) 9. C1 – 89 X 89 X 6.0 SHS – GRADE 350 MPa MIN. 10. GB1 – 200 X 75 PFC – HOT DIP GALVANISED 11. GC1 – 200 X 75 PFC – GROUND FLOOR COLUMN 12. OR2 – 89 X 89 X 6.0 SHS – OUTRIGGER 13. BC1 – 75 X 75 X 3.0 SHS – BALUSTRADE COLUMN GRADE 350 MPa MIN. 14. LR1 – 150 X 75 PFC 15. LRA1 – 150 X 90 X 10 UA
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WINDOWS AND DOORS 16. 100MM WIDE POWDER COATED ALUMNIUM CENTRE GLAZED WINDOW FRAME, PROVIDE BACKING ROD AND SILICONE SEAL TO FINISH AGAINST WINDOW FRAME 17. ALUMINUM FRAMED DOOR FRAME
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ROOF 18. P2 – C20024 – 1200 MAX CRS, 1 ROW OF BRIDGING PER BAY 19. CJ1 – C15019 NO LAP REQUIRED, 1 ROW OF BRIDGING PER BAY 20. B9 – 150 X 75 PFC 21. WH7 – 150 X 75 PFC 22. RB3 – 50 X 3 FLAT M.S. PLATE FIX TO TOP OF EACH PURLIN 23. B7 – 180 PFC
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AXONOMETRIC DRAWING
CONCEPT I
CONCEPT II
CONCEPT III
CONCEPT T COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TIMBER PAVILION DATE OF COMPLETION 2015 COUNTRY MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA DESCRIPTION Compromising of three timber-like tree towers, Concept T is a multi-use pavilion that is situated between the MSD building and Union House. The sky bridge that connects all three towers together is a great vantage point to take in the best views of the campus. Designed as a hub for students and teachers to socialize, gather or just to chill, Concept T is a modern interpretation of how pavilions should be.
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