Joshua Escaño Architecture Portfolio (Philippines) by escanojoshua68

joshua escaño architectural portfolio selected works 2020-2021

Hi, I am Joshua Escaño. An architecture graduate who draws manually and digitally on the side. Architecturally speaking, I ﬁnd the visualization part of design process as the most exciting. I also enjoy witnessing how a simple form can be inﬂuenced by different sets of parameters.

Joshua Escaño

phone +639510530262 email escanojoshua68@gmail.com instagram je_archvisuals address Binukawan, Bagac, Bataan 2017

education

experience

Secondary Education

Architecture Freelancer

Bagac National High School - Parang April 2015 First Honorable Mention

Architecture Visualiser March 2021 - present with visualisation services ranging from realistic rendering and post-production up to illustration and collage style

Tertiary Education

Bataan Peninsula State University - Main Campus September 2020 BS Architecture

H Architects

Junior Designer September 2020 - April 2021 with works on residential and religious building projects

achievements

The Guilds

Architecture Thesis A.Y. 2019-2020

Ofﬁcial Publication of Bataan Peninsula State University Main Campus Head Illustrator 2019 - 2020 Literary Editor 2018 - 2019 Illustrator 2015 - 2017 with works consisting of publication materials, illustations for articles and literary pieces, editorial cartoons and comics

Best Architectural Research First Semester Best in Presentation Second Semester

Freeport Area of Bataan Parks Design Competition

Champion Student / Underboard Category Mariveles, Bataan

National On-the-Spot Design Competition 2017

skills

3rd Place (Group) DOH National Student Summit Hospital Safe from Disaster Design Competition Rizal

2D Drafting & 3D Modelling Autodesk AutoCad Google SketchUp

National PASUC Culture and Arts Festival 2018

Rendering

Silver Award Pencil Rendering Category Davao City, Davao del Sur

Lumion VRay Enscape

Regional Higher Education Press Conference 2020

Productivity, Layouting & Editing

Individual Highest Pointer (after earning championship titles on on-the-spot editorial cartooning, literary graphics illustration and comic strip drawing categories) Lubao,Pampanga

Microsoft Excel Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe Indesign

contents

bakawanan

residential projects

spaced encounters

freelance projects

book terraces

interior design

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selected artworks pg. 70

bakawanan Undergraduate Thesis

The New Balanga Wetland and Nature Park: A Study on the Integration of Inclusive and Biodiversity-Sensitive Design on Ecological Park Development The Philippines, being a tourist spot known for its beaches and culture. But our country has a lot to offer. Mangrove areas present potentials for tourism due to their opportunities for leisure, recreation, and education. With its areas being deforested, movements rise to protect it thus advocating to secure the economy, environment, and wildlife as well. To inform the general public about its importance, a mangrove park highlighting the plant species is deemed to be an effective driver to spread the word while generating revenues. An eco-tourism facility in a form of a nature park requires consideration of two important factors – the natural and the human factors. Designing ecotourism facilities should be open to all and does not discriminate against people of ages and limitations and at the same time, respect

the adjacent natural environment and its inhabitants. The designer chose to redevelop an existing mangrove park in Balanga City, Province of Bataan, Philippines, which is a known spot for migratory birds, instead of proposing a new one. The redevelopment is designed with sustainability in mind which also future-proof the entirety of the project. Sustainability should never be an option in architecture. This thesis situates sustainability at its heart in the form of social and environmental sustainability. This thesis treats the aforementioned as the main design approach. By making spaces as inclusive as possible and non-detrimental to nature as they can, a foreseeable tomorrow can be achieved where diversity of people is celebrated and nature is respected.

Best Architectural Research 2019, BPSU Architecture Department Best Presentation Board 2020, BPSU Architecture Department Presented on Provincial Government of Bataan (3D Walkthrough)

Original Site Development Plan of BWNP

Site Photos

the site

proposed access road & parking bldg

existing green areas

determined buildable area

views and vistas

buffer zones

phase 1

design & form ﬁnding process 8

focal point

interconnectivity

axis points

wind path

fragmented program

sun path

raise on ground

semi-ﬁnal form: major & minor spaces

ﬁnal form and positive growth

phase 2

design & form ﬁnding process 9

legend

a. parking building b. linking covered path walk c. main entry d. development signage e. events pavilion/ basketball court f. sculpture park g. administration building h. info-trail i. eco-museum j. seawall k. viewing deck connected from info-trail l. food park m. playground n. cabanas o. birdhide p. mangrove trail q. mangrove research centre and veterinary clinic r. botanical garden and mangrove nursery s. vermicomposting facility t. sewage treatment plant

visual representation of the project’s ground area during dry and wet season.

form concept Mangrove is a symbol of resiliency and adaptation. And as homage to its services to community and environment, the development will embody its form and features.

interconnectivity

root system as facade

raised on ground

adaptive, ﬂexible

aerial perspective

events hall

administration building

eco-museum

research center

birdhide

mangrove trail

design approach 1:

inclusive design

Void spaces as social spaces for people of different ages and abilities to interact.

Ramps are used as major means to access higher levels which are usable by majority of users.

Multi-sensory design is applied to help users with permanent, temporary and situational limitations to utilize the spaces.

design approach 2:

biodiversity-sensitive design

Layers of building skin envelope the major spaces which act as sunshade and protective feature to avoid bird-collision.

At night, exterior lighting such as street lights will use Low Pressure Sodium Lights mainly because of its low environmental impact especially for nocturnal species.

As response to regular ﬂooding during high tide, the project is raised on ground thus, letting the area below to be greened and occupied by magrove animal species.

As future prooﬁng for the project, the designer opted to use a secondary proctective system for the site and the adjacent community called CALTROPe. CALTROPe is a modular structure that is able to protect inlands from the rising sea level with the help of mangrove plants. CALTROPe works like a catalyst, provoking positive changes at the most critical shorelines while collecting the sediment transported by the river. The units are installed parallel to the shore, then mangrove saplings are planted into them. After 40 years the modules degrade and disappear.

Physical Model Diagram

Close-up Images

spaced encounters Competition Entry:

Proposed Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB) Park A Playful Redevelopment Approach through Post-Pandemic Design There are hundreds of studies that proves being in contact with parks or green spaces clearly beneﬁts someone’s psychological, emotional and overall well-being. It reduces stress, improves cognitive functioning and is associated with improved overall health. However, due to the global pandemic, designers are pushed to rethink our outdoor spaces, as now more than ever, we need the beneﬁts these spaces offer. In a post-pandemic world, practices like social distancing, sanitation, and isolation will remain the utmost consideration in terms of designing. These practices pose challenges on what outdoor spaces will look like. The project which will primarily cater its industrial workers also adds up to the current factors to be considered. As response to the the brief, the designer formulated two major objectives. [1] To design a park which will promote post-pandemic practices such as social

distancing, sanitation, etc. while meeting the required spaces and elements. [2] To help the primary users relieve their stress, anxiety and exhaustion as well as encourage interaction through the spaces and activities inside the park. The project concept is derived both from the needs of the primary users and the requirements of the new normal. First, various shapes and curves are utilized in the project to juxtapose the cubity of the surrounding industrial buildings. In addition, various colors are used to create a lively energy in contrast to the monochromatic environment. These elements are also used to prompt users to practice distancing as safety protocol. All in all, the resuting design is envisoned to adhere to the challenge of a new world while catering the need of its users for their common good - with energy and identity

First Place, FAB Parks Design Competition (Student/Underboard Category)

FACTOR 1: Post-Pandemic World

sanitation

FACTOR 2: Industrial Workers as Primary Users

distancing

exhaustion, stress and anxiety

INFLUENTIAL FACTORS

connectivity

ﬂexibility

identity & legibility

sense of community

DESIGN PARAMETERS

environment

safety & sanitation

The Site

Existing Vegetation

Sun & Wind Orientation

Adjacent Structures

Site Issue 1: Limited dining & parking area on nearby buildings

Site Issue 2: Odor on nearby factory

site context

of natural site assets: 1 Determination Preserving the existing vegetation and

enriching the potential of the adjacent water body.

Development controls: Offsetting the site and limiting the public entry and exit points to prevent the potential spreading of future infectious disease.

point: 3 Focal Communal spaces such as areas for

seating, congregation and art installations are positioned at the heart of the site enclosed by a looping path for pedestrian and bicycles.

Juxtaposition: terraced or stepped garden/grass field is incorporated to juxtapose the gray, cubish, and flat profile of the surrounding environment and adjacent buildings.

5 Re-‘green’-eration: Plants and trees will occupy the site

to offer natural shade, odor ﬁltration and visual noise to block to adjacent building thus creating a green haven contrasting the concrete jungle.

Patterns, shapes and colors: As the main concept of the project, these elements are incorporated to create a lively and energetic atmospheres. In addition, these elements are also used as visual cues for physical distancing.

design process

Axonometric Aerial View

Design Concept: Utilization of various patterns, shapes and colors

juxtaposition + identity

energy + visual cues 29

SPATIAL ZONING

entry and exit points

parking spaces

congregation areas

site development plan

cafeteria extension

rainwater garden

private and solitary areas

view by the street The proposed redevelopment of FAB Park is approached by the designer with playfulness as the main concept. As part of the Post-Pandemic designs, empathetic planning is taken into consideration by highlighting the user ﬂow. The beneﬁt of the result of these strategic solutions will become important when combatting future infectious diseases. Upon entry, users will be sanitized. After being sanitized, users will be welcomed by a colour-coded looping path. this one-way path allows users to roam the entirety of the park when accessing one space to another. Positioned along its edges are spaces for various activities which are characterized by the distinct forms and shapes of its elements, making the intended activity for each to be legible to the users. in addition, these spaces also encourage social interaction while physically distant to each other.

major user ﬂow

minor user ﬂow

spot perspectives

rainwater garden

hammock area

cross section

cafeteria extension

drop-off

mural and sculpture area

longitudinal section

toilet facility

book terraces Competition Entry:

Proposed Mini-Library in Response to the Pandemic As health protocols such as sanitation and physical distancing push themselves as part of the new normal of daily living, spaces must also adapt to this drastic change. Building design, now more than ever, welcomes the idea of openness as this spatial attribute lessens the possibility of viral infection. Community spaces like libraries, typically portrayed by their grandness by size and enclosed atmosphere, are now being challenged by the current turn of events. The idea of creating smaller versions and bringing them closer to the community is now considered to be an effective solution to keep these spaces alive. The design brief is to create a mini-library in a 63-square meter lot with

required spaces like reading areas, desks, multimedia viewing and a space for a computer. The chosen site was inside the University Belt along Capitol Drive, Balanga City, Bataan The design solution was to group the extroverted and introverted spaces and further split them to maximize the area. A tiered seating with bookshelves as stair and sitting component is used for the reading areas and under it was the multimedia areas. The seating program was intended to promote distancing and for the desks, an acrylic divider is used to allow close-contact but safer use of space. The overall building shape is designed to be in unity with the existing E-Hubs scattered along Capitol Drive characterized by the use of steel pipes and tensile fabric. Second Place, ArkiTrade Design Competition

the 7 shelter programs

extroverted: 6 public reading

introverted: 5 virtual space

extroverted 4 intro vsspaces

3 split program

2 program vs site 1 raise on ground design process

site plan

exterior perspective

exploded axonometric 44

front elevation

right-side elevation

left-side elevation

rear elevation

interior view showing reading areas

interior view showing virtual areas

sectional perspective 48

04 A

06s residence Residential Project:

A Modern Filipino approach for a House of Six Intending to design a house both modern and ﬁlipino by principle, this residential project for a family of six is simple and massive on the exterior but tries to be cool on the interior. The colour scheme and materiality were intended to be as minimal as possible by using stone claddings and textured paint. The main focal point of the project is the PVC window covering that blocks direct heat while allowing sunlight and an interesting shadowplay in the interior. On the ground, the carport offers a space for two vehicles and service access to the ofﬁce area and the kitchen. Going to the main entry, family members and guests will be welcomed by a double volume living area creating a spacious

atmosphere for air to circulate and a nice area to bond and enjoy the time. Moving further is the dining area with lanai access covered by a trellis structure for plants to creep on and offer shade to the area. The dining area is also openly connected to a kitchen with an island counter. The layout was strategically open for easy communication and uninterrupted wind circulation inside. Going up, the second ﬂoor consists of the master bedroom, two bedrooms for their children and a family area. The open family area is situated right above the dining while the entire master bedroom takes up the entire side of the ﬁrewall with access to a large balcony area which can be used for outdoor night gatherings.

04 B

m extension Residential Project:

An Aussie-Contemporary take for a House Extension Situated on a typical gated community in Orani, Bataan, this former resthouse is extended on both axes and transformed into a two-storey residential house without sacriﬁcing its green spaces. The clients, who are both an Australian citizen, wished to incorporate an australian contemporary aesthetic featuring voluminal forms, clean lines and the materiality of bricks. Prior to the extension, the porch,

which originally faces the road, was relocated to the east side. In addition, the designers also considered the harsh monsoon winds coming from the southwest when locating the balcony. The spaces on the ground ﬂoor are intended to be open thus providing visual connection and a room for wind to circulate freely. On the second level, 3 additional bedrooms and a toilet and bath are located.

04 C

c house Competition Entry:

Proposed Mini-Library in Response to the Pandemic Located on a rectangular lot, this modern contemporary house features lightness by using fairly sized windows and bright and clean color scheme. This lightness is intentionally juxtaposed by the apparent use of stone claddings throughout the building exterior. On the ground, a space for two cars is reserved along the side of the ﬁrewall with a space for jacuzzi as a bonus. A home ofﬁce space is also provided for a work-from-home setup for the family

heads. On the other hand, a green touch is introduced to the master’s bedroom situated at the back of the property by placing a veranda full of plants. On the upper ﬂoor are the three large bedrooms and a family area facing the road. A shading system is located at the family area which also happens to faces the harsh west-side orientation. This shading system can allow plants to creep offering more shade as the lush thick over time.

05 A

najdi architecture Architectural Analysis and 3D Modelling of Najdi Architectural Elements using Historical Images With a movement starting to gain its popularity in some parts of the middle east focusing on designing buildings purely embodying the local architecture of an area, I was tasked to model some speciﬁc components of the architecture of Najd Region in Saudi Arabia based on available reference images. The Najd Region is an area where smaller towns and villages extend along valleys and water sources. The local architecture was very much inﬂuenced by the predominantly hot and dry climatic

conditions as well as the strict socio-cultural traditions. Building materials commonly used were mud bricks, stone, lime plaster and timber. Overall, the architecture exhibits the tradition of earth architecture that is unique in style, reﬂects culture and sustainable. The modelled components - crenellations, downspouts, windows, towers and wall bases - were later used for the development of the building proposals for the region

05 B

park assets Design of Recreational Spaces for Schematic Phase For a recreational public space project, I was tasked to design a collection of assets to be used for outdoor leisure, exercise area and playgrounds. These models, which can be rotated and placed freely to the proposed development, are only meant for the schematic design phase. This is to create an initial visualization of how the development might turn out ideally.

The ﬁrst asset was an adult leisure area composing of spaces for table tennis and outdoor gym equipment. The second and third one were intended for children use. The second offers areas for swings, slides and monkey bars while the third offers an area for bouncing play activities. The last one, on the other, is situated on the beach with mini pools and view decks and play areas for tourists or residents alike.

05 C

commercial typologies 3D Modelling of Commercial Building Typologies for a Beach-Front Development In order to make the visualization part of the schematics easier, I was tasked to analyze existing buildings situated on a beachfront in the Middle East using Google Streetview and recreate the model in Sketchup. The reference area where the existing buildings are located was chosen to embody a similar architectural style widely used to the beachfront vicinity.

The building, which are mostly commercial, functions as boutiques and/or restaurants offering a mix of Middle Eastern and Western cuisines. The models, which should be of proper scale and proportion, will be further used as preliminary assets to showcase how the proposed project and the spaces in it will be utilized.

05 D

mobile gas station Conceptual Design of a Mobile Gas Station for a Middle-Eastern City The idea of a future-ready gas station brings multiple possibilities to where and when it can be used. The goal is to bring these stations closer to people and be as accessible as possible. To shift the idea of a roving truck with hundreds of litters of gas being plain and industrial-looking, the second goal is to dress it to be modern and striking. The design solution is to put an operable skin to the side of the truck

which can be opened when stationed on a particular location and closed when roving. Slanted lines are introduced to be in contrast with the squared nature of the truck. The ﬁrst option features a series of triangular patterns coloured and lit by iceblue LED randomly. The second option, on the other hand, presents a wing-like overall look with each ‘feather’ component being unique.

music box Interior Fitout:

Contemporary Industrial Condominium Interior for a Musician On the hustle and bustle of the city, it is nice to have a space that embodies us and expresses our passion as an individual. This proposed interior ﬁt-out is designed for a condominium in Metro Manila with a musically-inclined owner. The overall design showcases a contemporary industrial design and highlights dark minimal materiality to convey masculinity. Edgy and classic furniture selection is also considered to add more manliness to the space. Upon passing through the kitchen on the front is a ﬂexible living space. this living space can accommodate people to dine using modular seats and a

wall-mounted folding dining table. At night, this space also doubles as a bedroom made possible by a transformable sofa which can accommodate up to two persons. Facing the sofa is the rustic TV rack and exposed closet. At the opposite side is a bluish, purple wall with mounted metal art. The adjacent room is the studio which can be accessed by passing through a wooden sliding door. This studio is meant for the passion of the owner to music. Acoustic treatments are applied both on the wall and the ceiling by using rectangular sound bafﬂes and squared acoustic wall panels.

1. wood texture 2. dark lavander #735A8D 3. concrete 4. grey carpet rug 5. barcelona daybed 6. barcelona chair

7. acoustic ceiling bafﬂes 8. brown leather pillow 9. wall diffuser absorber 10. industrial chair/coffee table 11. industrial computer desk

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1. wood texture 2. dark lavander #735A8D 3. concrete 4. sandstone tile grey 5. industrial tv rack 6. ikea friheten sofabed

7. cohen ﬂoor lamp 8. industrial chair/coffee table 9. bertolucci lamp 10. monochromatic paintings 11. metal vase holder 12. wall-mounted folding table

selected artworks Conceptual Design of a Mobile Gas Station for a Middle-Eastern City This final section showcases art pieces I created in the later part of 2019 up to the current year. This is a compilation of particular works showcasing my creativity through various media. Artistically, I do not conform to a specific style nor work consistently on a definite medium. I allow myself to try anything – oil, charcoal, gouache or digital – and find which I enjoy the most. Most of my artworks during my university days are done for the school’s

publication circulating on local and national topics and realities. After graduation, I started to create art pieces using digital software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Personally, I do not like to be labelled and be considered as an ‘artist’. I’m happy to be called a plain hobbyist who enjoys spending his spare time off his phone, off with people and forget outside noises and breathe.

Geometricism’s Arrival Portfolio Cover Digital, 2020

Treyd on December

Single-frame Comics Manual and Digital, 2019

Literary Graphics for ‘Vertebrata’

graphite on paper, 2019 illustrations for the literary folio ‘Vertebrata’ further recognized as overall best folio in Central Luzon

White Roses digital, 2021

Aling Rosa

oil on canvas , 2019 Magazine cover for 2019-2020 The Guilds Magazine Issue hailed as Best Cover Design during 19th RHEPC

Joshua Escaño