Architecture Portfolio by Daniel Lim

LIM QILEI DANIEL architecture portfolio

Hello, my name is Daniel.

This portfolio showcases some of the works and competitions I have had the privilege of doing. It is a small collection of the experience I have gained while studying at the National University of Singapore and while interning at Aedas. Being passionate for architecture, I desire to use it to aid society and people around me. I strive to be diligent and meticulous in all I do, and I adapt well to any environment. While I aim to be professional, I hope to impact lives as well. I am always looking to expand my knowledge, skills, and enlarge my potential in design while simultaneously growing as a person. I use these softwares/tools AutoCAD Revit ArchiCAD SketchUp Rhino

Lumion Twinmotion Vray

Photoshop Illustrator InDesign Lightroom

phone +65 9823 2363 email lim.qilei.146@gmail.com

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THE ‘CYRCLE’ a bike-parking solution

CARVING COMMUNITY revamping the Whampoa CC

OVERGROWTH a new ‘old’ Changi Hospital

VERDANT VILLAGE @CHANGI a new ‘old’ Changi Hospital

PLANES OF PASIR PANJANG movement defined

KKB RETAIL MASTERPLAN celebrating culture through retail

POTLUCK a smart plant pot

THE ‘CYRCLE’

a bike-sharing solution In the years following 2018, a boom in the bicycle-sharing industry led to public concerns of clutter and safety. Shared bicycles were often misplaced, irresponsibly parked and dedicated bicycle lots near bus stops proved to be an eyesore. The ‘Cyrcle’ is a simple yet functional installation adaptable to any bus stop in Singapore. It blends elegance with utility into a simple form, and parking your bicycle here ‘just makes sense’.

in collaboration with Aaron Yap, Eve Lee, Leong Yue Qi 3

softwares/tools AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, Twinmotion

year 2018

The curved form emphasises the wheel of a bicycle, while contrasting the angularity of public bus stops & optimising walkway spaces.

Using simplicity of structure & form to enliven a much required public space.

wood & frosted glass shell

Duality of materials provide a complementary blend of practicality and warm aesthetic.

curved structural beam

Shaped uniquely for bicycle-parking, lined with discreet LED strips for accentuated framework & visibility at night

wood & frosted glass shell

Duality of materials provide a complementary blend of practicality and warm aesthetic.

perforated acrylic-filled roof

Sunlight penetrates through the shell, reflecting off the mosiac tiles on the ground to create an vibrant ever-changing patterns.

CARVING COMMUNITY revamping the Whampoa CC

Home to a myriad of activities and events, the current Whampoa Community Club faces several challenges, with large unused spaces and unclear spatial configuration. This project redefines a part of the CC to establish a clearer spatial system with an architectural framework that taps into the potential of each functional space. Three spatial types - static, movement & ‘grey’ spaces - were observed in the existing CC. Volumetric modelling was used to derive a coherent design that benefits residents and the CC’s regular users.

softwares/tools AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lumion

year 2020

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OVERGROWTH a green lab

When plants are introduced into architecture, they often take the form of ornaments to beautify a space, soften a building’s facade or as climatic responses. However, what if plants took on more spatial roles in the formation of architecture and orchestration of spaces? This project explores this possibility in the context of a publicly accessible plant conservation research lab. Plants are the key spatial devices in this research lab, creating specific spatial qualities of light/shade, thermal comfort and visual connectivity. This consequently influences the spaces they occupy and their programs. 23

softwares/tools AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lumion

year 2021

When plants are introduced into architecture, they often take the form of ornaments to beautify a space, soften the harshness o responses. However, what if plants take on more spatial roles in the formation of architecture and orchestration of spaces? This pro context of a plant conservation research lab that is open to the public. Located in Science Park II, near the HortPark and National Un

COMPENDIUM OF ROOMS Plants were investigated as possible spatial elements in the creation of rooms within the building. While certain programs require very controlled atmospheric conditions and plants are unable to provide that level of precision, spatial qualities of light/shade, thermal comfort and visual connectivity were explored with plants as the spatial device. Although each room account for each room.

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Schematically, these plants are on the ground floor. Based on the growth patterns of vines/creeper plants on a large overhang roof above, natural lighting is altered throught the roof ‘canopy’, mimicking the constantly changing canopy of a natural crown-shyness seen in some forests. forest with ground plants growing freely based on light penetration. This consequently alters the spatial definitions & programmatic arrangements.

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SITE RESPONSE

The site conditions played a part in the conception of the building form.As the site is bounded by the future South Buona Vista Road and current Science Park Road, this research lab will have its axes aligned perpendicularly to the roads, encouraging public entry and access. The roof is extended over the steep slope that currently exists on site to create the seating for the amphitheatre.

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VERDANT VILLAGE @CHANGI a ‘new’ Old Changi Hospital

Old Changi Hospital had served many throughout it’s 86-years of operation, but its key identity has remained consistent: a place of healing and recovery. This competition entry, which clinched the top prize in the Tertiary category, held by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), capitalises on this identity but shifts focus from medicinal healthcare to nature and plants as key factors in promoting lifestyles aimed at mental & emotional well-being. This is done while maintaining the rich and unique heritage the hospital offers. in collaboration with Eve Lee, Tracy Tai, Leong Yue Qi 39

softwares/tools AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, Twinmotion

year 2021

PLANES OF PASIR PANJANG movement defined

We have become obsessed with speed. We live our lives faster and faster, losing sight of the present. Being constantly on the move has robbed us of the joys of the present moment. This project aims to use movement and movement devices to form urban placemaking events, bringing the dynamic and static together in architectural form. It seeks to integrate dynamic and static spaces with sensitivity to site contexts. Located in a studio proposed office/ commerical zone, these fast/slow lanes cater to pedestrians and cyclists within Pasir Panjang. Geometric planes were used in crafting surfaces and volumes for dynamic and static activities. softwares/tools AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop, Twinmotion 47

year 2021

The studio group gathered to propose a masterplan project for the renewal of Pasir Panjang’s industrial district, with ‘Planes of Pasir Panjang’ residing in the office/commercial zone in the north. Overall, the masterplan was built around the existing Power Station A in the middle, and it introduced water from the coast into the design to add further vibrance to the urban spaces. 49

Simplifying the project site to a volumetric model, a step-by-step process was employed to conceive a volumetric design which is later translated into an architectural form that is fully aware of the programs and their spatial qualities, and the site context. Planar geometric manipulation was used to create 3 different types of planar architecture for movement, static & transition spaces. 52

CATCHMENT RADIUSES

BUILDING CONTEXTS

Overall, the pedestrian/cyclist bridge connects variious key buildings in the masterplan. It is the result of different planar operations that create space and volume for new experiences, both fast and slow interactions. This is a potential model for future developments to link buildings across districts more richly while creating opportunities for spatial functions.

KKB RETAIL MASTERPLAN celebrating culture through retail

This project was part of a design competition entry during my internship at Aedas. Located in a future resort development in Indonesia, this retail proposal is heavily influenced by cultural references. Creating unique experiences was the key focus of the project, and it was a privilege to design & study the project with the team in from start to finish. Key experiences were participation in interim meetings, ideageneration discussions, report curation and meetings with clients & key design directors. in collaboration with Aedas (Architectural Firm) 65

softwares/tools AutoCAD, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop

year 2022

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POTLUCK

a smart plant pot During the circuit breaker phase in 2020, smarthome manufacturer igloohome hosted a design competition for designers to propose innovative solutions to nationwide concerns. ‘Potluck’ is a home solution for a nation-scale concern: food security. It brings urban farming right into the living room. It is an honour and privilege to be in the top 5 for this competition.

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softwares/tools SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, VRay

year 2020

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