Eden Hawkins - Portfolio

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Portfolio

By Eden Hawkins

Project 1 - Responsive Bristol (Ongoing final year project) Designing a co-working complex which promotes social, mental, and physical wellbeing This is my current final year project. The brief given was to design a proposal for Spike Island, based on the theme of ‘Responsive Bristol’.

For this scheme, I decided to focus on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how now, more than ever, we need to design to promote well-being in all aspects of life. The complex focuses on the theories of healthy architecture, attempting to introduce the users to a natural workplace environment, using natural stimuli to reduce anxiety, and improve productivity.

The scheme would promote Bristol as a healthy city, offering a beacon of hope for future generations as it stands in an otherwise desolate part of Spike Island.

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Site analysis

Investigating the physical and social aspects of the site By ‘zooming in’ to the site, I was able to better understand its key characteristics. Finding that the primary views, and sunlit areas are towards the North of the site, whereas the South offers the main ‘user entrance’, and some shading from other buildings. The South-Westerly direction has some flood risk due to standing water, and the greatest wind direction. Surrounding the site, there are some trees along the ‘promenade’ route. However, these only offer isolated natural contact with little benefits.

Bristol has a rising working age population, the age group of 25-49 will see the biggest increase by 2030. In addition, a large proportion of those within Bristol has a degree or is part of a higher ‘social grade’.

Thus, they are more likely to be working within an office environment. With 20% of the population suffering from mental health related problems, and 42.5% of the people living alone on Spike Island, a space which promotes well-being and interaction may help to define Bristol as a responsive city by 2030.

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The concept

Using our evolutionary past to influence a contemporary response Following on from the theme of ‘healthy architecture’, the concept for the scheme is based on the interactions of hunter gatherer communities, and how we have evolved to interact with others and our natural environment. The project uses a voronoi pattern to locate ‘territorial zones of influence’, each with its own ‘culture’ and working style.

Each cell has a central open space for social interactions, and is surrounded by natural elements in order to improve mental well-being and reduce stress. In addition, a canopy structure creates a more intimate and weather resistant space, meaning that people will be encouraged to use the central zones in all weather conditions.

The Voronoi pattern was chosen based on my spatial adjacency diagram, using grasshopper to plot the points.

Software used for images: - Photoshop

Humans are social animals. As we

Hunter gatherer communities would

Where communities interacted,

Over a large area, these boundaries

was key to our survival. Historically,

of food and water. This would often

spaces of interaction which can

‘zone of influence’ has its own culture

evolved and developed, socialisation the fire place was seen as the central social space - this was eventually

developed into the Greek Agora, and the town square.

expand into the wilderness in search be through thick forest, savannah, or woodland.

territories would be created, creating be seen as a boundary, or in some

instances, the safest path of travel for traders or other groups.

create a Voronoi pattern, where each

and community. I have mimicked this to create different zones with unique characteristics, these zones have

differing soundscapes, visual cues,

and colour palettes. Thus, different

spaces may be preferred by different people.

Exploded axonometric Showcasing the design

Key design considerations:

‘Tea’ garden

Irregular shapes and angles give the scheme a natural feel and increases opportunities to explore

Quiet and social spaces are separated to ensure minimal visual and acoustic distractions in the quiet zone.

A taper of 7.5 degrees increases the horizontal opening of the walkways by 1 metre, allowing in more light

Social spaces mediate the promenade route, with quieter spaces tucked behind

Gardens surround the pods, making the spaces feel more natural and ‘out of the city’

Direct views of planting for all workers

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Canopy centralises the key spaces, whilst providing weather protection

‘Daimyo’ garden

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4. Exhibition walkways between buildings give a partial view of the gardens, creating intrigue and a sense of exploration

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Ground floor plan and section Creating an expansive complex The ground floor plan showcases the majority of the scheme, it was decided that the working ‘pods’ should be single storey in order to allow them to be easily accessible, and also to create a space for gardens within the canopy zone above.

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Small walkways within each cluster provide different options for the users, allowing them to feel in control, and promoting a feeling of exploration. In addition, these walkways allow for irregular and random interactions. As these spaces provide movement around the working pods, they will create further stimulus and encourage people to look out from their workplace, and into the natural space beyond.

Software used for images: - Revit - Photoshop

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First floor plan and elevation Inhabiting the ‘canopy zone’ The first floor consists of an external rooftop cafe, a quiet study space, a relaxation area, and botanical gardens. These spaces are extensions of those on the lower level, and focus on allowing new perspectives. The botanical gardens each follow on from the theme of the space below.

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The elevation shows how the ‘nature’ is hidden within, with the canopy and working pods providing an obscured perspective. This will help to draw in potential users.

The scheme has taken influence from Japanese gardens, as there is a garden to traverse through (tea garden), a garden to view (zen garden), and a garden to stroll through (daimyo garden).

Software used for images: - Revit - Photoshop

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Environmental and structural considerations

Using sustainable strategies to reduced embodied and in-use emissions Environmental strategies: - Central courtyard space allows for natural ventilation and daylighting - South facing windows have louvres and overhangs to reduce direct sunlight and reduce summer thermal gain - Water sourced heat pump provides sutainable underfloor heating and cooling - Rainwater capture system is integrated into the scheme, for use in WC’s and for plant watering.

- Large amount of planting throughout the scheme will improve air quality and reduce the ‘heat island effect’ - Extraction systems help to aid passive ventilation in deeper rooms.

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Structural strategies:

Water capturing solutions:

- For the larger buildings, a CLT/Glulam hybrid structure will be used. The CLT on the external walls helps with lateral stability,whilst the glulam interior frame allows for a more inward looking space.

- As the canopy covers the majority of the scheme, they will also be used for water capture.

A box gutter and chain will be placed at the bottom of the canopy, which will feed water into underground storage.

- For the smaller buildings, a standard timber frame construction will be used, with LVL S Beams to ensure that the buildings can withstand the loads from the above gardens.

Canopy analysis

Integrating structure and technology to support an architectural idea This page highlights the canopy connections and how it will stand up. The canopy will be formed with Glulam as its primary structure, however, this will be reinforced through the use of steel columns at its perimeter, and the use of tension rings to effectively ‘pull’ the form together.

For the space in between each Glulam member, individual pieces of timber will be used, connected via steel joints. The canopy will consist of a diagrid structure, supported by the primary Glulam columns, and steel tension rods between nodes for stability. ETFE cushions will fill each void, with air tubes hidden within the timber which ensure that each ETFE cushion is kept at an optimal pressure.

ETFE Cushions will be placed within the voids

Bolted connection between timber and steel node

Primary air tube is hidden within the timber

Tension rods which help to maintain rigidity

2x Timber elements 1500mm x 200mm

Prefabricated steel node

Extruded Aluminium mullion

Secondary air tubes feed the ETFE cushions at the nodes

Software used for images: - Rhino - Photoshop - Illustrator

Primary structure (red) and secondary structure (blue)

A diagram showing how forces act against one-another

The forces on the structure are primarily in the y axis, the forces increase as the canopy gets higher

Ground connection - pin joint onto pile foundations.

The app and the brand How will the space work?

The current vision for the scheme is that users will be able to ‘book’ a working space before visiting. Unlike a traditional office, the users of each space may change each day, depending on their needs and requirements. In addition, groups may wish to work within a different micro-climate on different days. Thus, an app will be used to allow easy booking between spaces as shown on this page.

Software used for images: - Lumion - Illustrator - Photoshop

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Capturing the spatial character in detail CLT roof build up (Exterior to interior): Standing seam Corten steel with recessed fixings Treated timber battens DPM OSB 85mm Rigid wood fibre insulation 100mm Wood fibre insulation between timber battens VCL 139mm CLT Panel

Wall build up (Exterior to interior): Vertical Corten steel sheet cladding, with recessed fixings and Jakob rope green facade system Treated vertical battens DPM OSB 220mm of Wood fibre insulation VCL 175mm CLT panel - Services routed into panel

Ground floor build up (Interior to exterior): 65mm screed with Underfloor heating VCL 75mm Rockwool Rigid Insulation DPC Raft foundation 200mm of external rigid insulation 50mm Sand binding min. 150mm Hardcore

Intermediate floor build up (Top to Bottom): 50mm Screed with underfloor heating 40mm rigid insulation Acoustic floor strip 147mm CLT Panel

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Detailing the Quiet space’s ground floor 1. Aluminium top hung window 2. Interior timber desk 3. 220mm Wood fibre insulation 4. VCL 5. 175mm CLT wall panel raised on concrete upstand 6. Steel connection joint with rubber fill 7. 12mm Birch plywood 8. Raised Corten Steel planter, 300mm substrate, 70mm gravel 9. Vertial Corten Steel cladding with recessed fixings 10. Vertical treated timber battens 11. DPM 12. Aluminium plate 13. Gravel with perforated pipe for drainage 14. Porphyry paving, open joists to allow drainage and natural moss growth 15. min. 150mm Hardcore 16. 50mm Sand binding 17. Polyethelyne DPC 18. 200mm external rigid Insulation 19. Raft foundation 20. VCL 21. 75mm Rockwool rigid insulation 22. 65mm Screed with underfloor heating

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Project 2 - Healthy living (second year project) Creating a residential area with a focus on social well-being The brief for this project was to design a new residential space in Pittville park, Cheltenham. This page shows the visual manifesto for the project, embodying the desire to promote healthy living and happiness within the community.

After conducting site analysis, it was evident that the inhabitants, and the wider community, would benefit the most from the scheme if the ideas community living were ingrained within the project from its conception.

Thus, design considerations such as thresholds and the introduction of green spaces were acknowledged early on in the project, becoming a key design factor.

Software used for image: - Photoshop

Axonometric projection Showcasing the design from above The project uses undulating forms, based on axial routes through the scheme, to guide visitors into the community hub (centre). These routes are intended to push users to the centre of the scheme, where they are most likely to interact with others. The community hub leads to an exterior walkway which can be used as an extension of the cafe space, or as a meeting point for those who use the park.

The buildings are placed in parallel to make best use of the views of the park to the north of the site. This parallel arrangement also allows for clear routes through the scheme, and equal levels of sunlight, views, and access for inhabitants.

However, it is also important to consider individuality and privacy. Residential units have individual gardens and are physically separated from the main walkway through the use of materiality thresholds, and planting. Consequently, privacy can be maintained even though social spaces are closely linked.

Software used for image: - AutoCAD - Photoshop

Floor plans

Creating a scheme which positively impacts the inhabitants and the wider community The scheme attempts to provide new social areas which will encourage a wider sense of community and identity. The homes attempt to meet the needs of differing individuals, and thresholds through the site effectively differentiate between what is public and what is not.

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Upon entering the park, the viewer is directed through the A site and towards to community hub cafe. The curvature promotes the idea of biophilia and allows the viewer to respect the area as they travel through the site. The red brick homes are seemingly ‘set back’ from this central path through their forms, darker appearance, and differing materiality. Upon reaching the cafe, the viewer may proceed to North Elevation travel up the ‘interior/exterior’ stairs to a higher level platform, allowing for a new perspective of the site and exploiting the views ahead of them.

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Software used for images: - AutoCAD - Photoshop

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Project 3 - Kindergarten (second year project) Designing a space for children to learn and play The brief for this project was to design a new Kindergarten in the Redcliffe area of Bristol, suitable for up to 60 children.

I approached this project with five main themes, these were: Volume, Nature, Movement, Play, and Light. By using these key themes, alongside my site and user analysis, I created a simple, and yet interesting scheme which promotes these themes effectively, whilst also linking to the school day narrative.

The form implies a sense of movement, whilst also looking like a set of building blocks, resonating the idea that this scheme will provide the social ‘building blocks’ for the children which use it.

Software used for images: - Sketchup - Photoshop

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Floor plans

Taking influence from the school day to decide on spatial layouts As the staff and office workers enter, they can immediately go upstairs into a separate, and quiet, area. For the children, they can walk straight into the assembly and catering space.

Then, they can proceed into the large play areas and multifunctional spaces. The use of topography and thresholds allows the children to separate into their individual base rooms when required. Alongside this, the floor plan tries to emphasise the strict volumes created by the scheme. Thus linking to the ideas of volume and movement.

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Environmental strategies

A sustainable building for a sustainable future This proposal will use natural Environmental section ‘A-A’ ventilation and lighting to reduce energy consumption.

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Software used for images: - AutoCAD - Photoshop

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- The sectional layout shows how the structure allows for ventilation to rise throughout the building, following a similar idea to a ventilation stack

- Low energy interior lighting

- Play/learning zones pushed away from the roads

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- Continuous insulation and green roofs help to maintain a constant temperature within the scheme, whilst enhancing biodiversity in the area - Low emissivity glass helps to retain thermal energy.

- Light timber interior is sustainable and ensures that the interior is light throughout the day

- Office space separated from play zones to reduce noise

- Windows face towards the South to increase winter solar gain

- Acoustically insulated flooring reduces sound transfer from upstairs play to the base rooms below

- Covered play space prevents summer sunlight from entering the larger openings

- Green roof reduces some sound transfer from surrounding flats

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3D views

Showcasing the design using Photoshop Morning arrival

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Software used for images: - Photoshop

Thank you for taking a look through my portfolio. For any additional information, please contact me using any of the details below: Email: edenhawkins10@gmail.com Phone: 07885999267 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/eden-hawkins

For additional work, please find below a link to my final year Dissertation on ‘The rise in Hostile Architecture’, which achieved a final grade of 77% (1st). https://issuu.com/edenhawkins10/docs/dissertation_fp