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GEORGE XING 2013 - 14
H i t h ere, My passion for architecture accumulated as I started finding myself by means of exploring the world. It has enlightened my senses and brought me a peace of mind during tough times. Over the years, my appreciation for how architecture improves human experience has inspired my own pursuit for the designing of spaces.
George Xing
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C URR I C U LU M VITA E CELL (647) 466-0249 • E-MAIL gxing25@gmail.com 38 Ferris St • Richmond Hill, Ontario • L4B 4K7
EDUCATION
Candidate for Honors Bachelors of Architectural Studies with Co-op University of Waterloo, Cambridge, Ontario Sept 2013 - June 2018 Arts York, Specializng in Visual Arts Unionville High School, Markham, Ontario Sept 2009- June 1013
WORK EXPERIENCE
Public Relations Intern for Toronto Men’s Fashion Week Fairmount York, Toronto, Ontario Aug, 2014 • Was part of the front of house team responsible for the smooth operation of the event from start to end • Maintain a positive rapport between the company and industry through networking and marketing at social events • Ushered and resolved any difficulties guests had to their full satisfaction during runway shows • Staged the spaces at a fast pace during the short transitions between upcoming shows Assistant Waiter at Wasabi Richmond Hill, Ontario Spring 2014 • Worked diligently during peak hours, while maintaining the sanitization, cleanliness and organization of the resturaunt • Montiored and anticipated the need’s of others, in order to respond promptly to both guests and coworkers
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VOULENTEER EXPERIENCE
Receptionist at Cham Shan Buddhist Temple Thornhill, Ontario Jan - May 2012 • Offered hospitality to visitors by providing guided tours in their native language and provisioning their needs • Helped out in the kitchen, inventory, and completed various other various tasks
ACHIEVEMENTS • Paintings exhibited in venues at Markham Theater, Markham Museum and Unionville High School • Selected to participate in Southern Ontario Model United Nations Assembly as delegate of Germany to debate about contemporary issues RECOGNITION
First Place Winner Superskyscrapers Design Competition- Pacific Heights Technology Studies Award Unionville High School Awarded for outstanding achievements in design and editing with use of digital software Grade Nine Piano Certification Royal Conservation of Music
SKILLS
Computer
Manual: • Hand drafting, Perspective drawing and Model making • Painting in watercolor, gauche and acrylic • Sculpting in clay or plasticine • Screen printing
Languages: • English • Mandarin (conversational)
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To whom it may concern, This is a letter of recommendation for George Xing who was a member of my PR team during the inaugural Toronto Men’s Fashion Week, TOM* (August 2014). In addition to broadsheet media outreach and confirming media attendance and coverage, my title of Director of Public Relations for TOM* also included the organization of several events and execution of the entire front-‐of-‐house operations during the Spring/Summer 2015 runway shows and all associated events with a team of about 25 people, of which George was one. George assisted in making sure the production of our Mankind Grooming TOM* Preview event (August 2014) ran smoothly and assisted with general matters (i.e. set-‐up, cleanup and any extra assistance should it have been needed to ensure smooth production). In addition to assisting in the pre-‐view event, George was also a member of the FOH team at TOM* and specifically allocated to the runway room where he assisted in bringing up and placing gift bags appropriately, placing name cards in the correct order on seats and assisting guests in finding their seats in an orderly fashion for all 23 runway shows over our 3 day event. I would recommend George for an employment position where collaboration on teams was required, in a creative field, or where he could assist in production of events. For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me for further reference. Sincerely, Anya Nordström
TA B L E OF CONTENTS PROJECTS MODERN LOFT
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ARTIST RESIDENCE
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TUBE3
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OASIS
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INFILL HOUSING
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ARTWORKS
Modern Lofts 1B Design Studio
Toronto’s recent condo boom has brought a shortage of available land and now tiny parking lots are being sought for by developers. The purpose of this project was to use such parking lots located a few steps behind St.Clair on Raglan, to design a mid size condominum which takes maximum advantage of the site given.
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Modern Loft Pizza Pizza Catholic Church
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Provide private balconies facing quiet community
The building features private spa pools open to residents and public upon appointment. It is located underground to be isolated from any traces city life above. Instead of windows on walls which give sight of the nearby buildings, the are only skylights that illuminate
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The windows of the lowerfloors below the cantilever are behind wooden shutters which act as a screen of privacy between the units and parking. There are cut outs of the screen in the front of the building where more light could be radiated and reflected from the facing condo.
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B2, B1 : Pool/Spa Includes a leisure pool, a lane pool, a hot tub, a sauna, a washroom, and changerooms.
Floors 2- 3 : Studio Units These reasonably priced and compact units are designed for singles or couples who enjoy living without much possesions and spending time out in the city. These unit could also be customized to follow wheelchair acessibility guidelines.
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Floors 4, 6, 8 : Two Bedroom These spacious units are designed for the wealthier clients and their family with plenty of space to entertain guests as well. Each unit occupys an entire floor for maximum privacy.
Floors 5, 7, 9 : One Bedroom Balcony These penthouse like units are designed for the wealthy individual or couple who likes to throw parties and gatherings. There is an additional terrace, where guests or residents could enjoy during the seasons. The foyer seperates the living and private quarters in a transition of screens for buffer.
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Artist Residence 1A Design Studio
Although the proximity to galleries in the metropolition area is important to artists, the rural areas have a natural beauty that drives the artist’s inspirations. The purpose of this project is to design a seasonal retreat, in the rural areas south of Cambridge in which a painter could spend his or her time working, sleeping, and living alongside nature. To take full advantage of views, the shape of the building is cut diagonally, facing the lake and away from the main facilities.
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Right: A fireplace is at the central core of the building through both levels. It acts as a seperation between various spaces and provides heat in every room. Far Right: To access the residence, visitors walk along a pathway suspended and surrounded by trees, entering the second level of the multi story building. Northwest Elevation 20
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First Place Winner for Superskyscarpers Pacific Heights Group Competition Submission The competition brief calls for a conceptual design of an innovative dwelling on new frontier- the ocean. Although loose in requirements, the building had to incorprate mixed programatic spaces and capture the appealing essence of a lifestyle on water. Tube続 brings the terrestrial and marine habitants into a common evivronment using crossing volumes of air and water.
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OASIS: ANSWAN, EGYPT GEORGE XING
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1B Envivromental Design An oasis is a shelter in which a person feels psychiatrically comfortable within an extreme of climates. The design of an oasis should be both sustainable and have a mental appeal that makes one feel relaxed.
Psychrometric Chart
Answan is located in the south of Egypt, in the middle of the Nile. It is one of the hottest areas in the world with very few rainfall. The river however used to flood the surroundings with water, but since the creation of the dam, this has ceased to exist.
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Answan, Egypt
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Flat Roofs nightime rest area Wind Towers release hot rising air
Earth Berm buffers seasonal temperature
Temperature 40 30
Southfacing Openings to catch prevailing winds and sunlight
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Water Well cools and humidifies hot air passing it
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Infill Housing 1B Design Studio Group Project
Like many previous industrial towns that had a boom, Galt is now way past that stage and is now looking to revitalize itself into becoming the creative core for the region. New businesses are now springing up on empty warehouses and the city is in seek of new housing in order to attract a younger generation. The purpose of this project was to introduce a new lifestyle to downtown Galt by designing a communal housing on an urban infill site.
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Nestled between two major roads, the project embraces the inward facing nature of the site to create a dynamic walkway. 36
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Units share a common courtyard, allowing closer interactions between neighbors and act as a catalyst for gatherings. 38
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Sliding panels allow various degrees of privacy 40
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Interior
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Artworks Home, studio or on travel
Creating art is naturally a hobby that allows me to output a collection of inspirations found in my journeys in life. These pieces are deeply personal and reflective of my own taste, struggles, or approaches in experimentation.
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Thank you for reading, gxing25@gmail.com (647) 466 0249