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Hello!
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My name is Hannah Zhang and I am a third year student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. Architecture is full of buildings and spaces that have detailed and sophisticated philosophies. I have been able to explore a variety of approaches to design throughout my continuing post-secondary education and find that my best projects don’t over-complicate the core idea. I believe there is more meaning in architecture that can communicate complex ideas through simple design. Please enjoy my selected works!
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helios
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flow
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pas de deux
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stratum library
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additional works
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C.V.
h687zhan@uwaterloo.ca 647 918 3673
Education University of Waterloo School of Architecture 2018 - Present
Cambridge, ON, September 2018 - Present
- Candidate for Bachelor of Architectural Studies Honours, Co-op - Merit Scholarship
Earl Haig Secondary School 2014 - 2018
Toronto, ON, September 2014 - June 2018 - Claude Watson Dance Program - Honor Roll 2014 - 2018
Experience NORR Architects and Engineers / Architectural Assistant Toronto, ON, June 2021 - August 2021
2020
- Prepared and revised plans, elevations, and RCPs as per markups in AutoCAD for tender submissions for multiple interior renovation projects - Created floor plans to test fit rooms and programming in Revit, generated schedules to record total floor areas as per the functional program - Filled out room data sheets with required equipment and proposed room layouts as per the functional program - Modeled new floor additions using Revit
FABRIK Architects Inc. / Architectural Assistant 2020
Cambridge, ON, January 2020 - April 2020
- Produced plans and models in Revit and AutoCAD, aided in the design development of various residential renovation projects in the Cambridge/Waterloo area - Recorded site statistics and researched zoning by-laws for several projects - Developed concept renders and collages of interior spaces using Photoshop and Rhinocerous 6 - Designed layout for office renovation using Revit
Extracurriculars 2019
F_RM Lab / General Member
Cambridge, ON, September 2019 - December 2019 - Helped develop ideas for Unsilent Night 2019 installation and the fabrication of the projection panels and interactive sensor elements
Bridge Centre for Architecture + Design / General Member 2018
Cambridge, ON, September 2018 - December 2018
- Assisted in organizing and volunteered at events such as Night Markets, Coffee House, etc. held at the Bridge Centre storefront - Promoted club-run events throughout the student and local community
Skills Rhinoceros 6 Revit Enscape Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Lightroom) AutoCAD V-Ray Rendering
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Sketchup Model Making (laser cutting, 3D printing, CNC milling) Hand Drafting and Sketching Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) BlueBeam
September 30, 2021 Hannah Zhang Attn.: To Whom It May Concern
Hannah Zhang joined NORR Architects & Engineers Limited on June 1, 2021 as an architectural assistant the position which she held until her departure in August 27, 2021 During her tenure with NORR Architects & Engineers Limited Hannah Zhang carried out her duties in a professional and responsible manner. Hannah was a wonderful addition to the Health Science Studio. She took initiative, worked independently and worked well with all team members. Please feel free to contact me should you require any further information. Sincerely, Michele Cohen
Digitally signed by Michele Cohen DN: C=CA, E=michele.cohen@norr.com, O=NORR Architects and Engineers Ltd., OU=Health Science Studio, CN=Michele Cohen Reason: I attest to the accuracy and integrity of this document Date: 2021.09.30 17:29:45-04'00'
Michele Cohen, OAA, MRAIC, LEED Principal T 416 926 4359 M 416 906 1223 | Michele.Cohen@norr.com
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Elisia Neves, Principal Architect FABRIK Architects Inc. Suite 200, 135 George Street Cambridge, ON N1S 5C3
June 06, 2020
To Whom it May Concern,
As an employee, Hannah was always very engaged to develop her skills. She eagerly took on any task assigned to her and completed it to an acceptable level. During her time on my team, she managed to develop new skills pertaining to the practice of architecture. She worked on single residential, multi-residential and commercial projects using both Revit and CAD software. Hannah, also supported our team in an administrative role, answering phones, greeting clients, as well as updating our samples library and setting up lunch and learns for our team. As a small practice, Hannah had the benefit of getting exposure to many aspects of the practice. Hannah is easy to work with and determined to learn. I have no hesitation to recommend her for another architectural student co-op position. Yours truly, Elisia
Elisia Neves, Architect, OAA, MRAIC, B.A.S (HON), M.Arch Principal
FABRIK Architects Inc. T. 226-791-5744 E. elisia@FABRIKarchitects.ca
FABRIK ARCHITECTS INC.
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135 George St. N., Suite 200, Cambridge ON, N1S 5C3
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I am writing to recommend Hannah Zhang, she worked with us at FABRIK Architects Inc. as an architectural co-op student a during the academic winter term of 2020.
01 helios 3A Design Studio Final Supervised by Adrian Blackwell and Cheryll Case Programs: Rhino 6, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator April 2021 revised August 2021 In Collaboration With Gwen Del Rosario
The Helios Project is a transitional housing project along Oakwood Avenue in Toronto, Canada, the building itself is called Beacon. Expanding on the objectives of the Vaughan Redrawn land trust, this project promotes walkability along Oakwood by featuring a solarium that acts as a beacon of light to increase pedestrian safety in the neighbourhood. A central atrium brings natural light into the buildings and creates visual connections between floors, promoting social activity within the space. The residential units include both one-bedroom and two-bedroom units to accomodate for more people and provides different living arrangements as desired. The program is diverse with many services to assist the residents from recreation facilities to child care to meeting rooms for workshops.
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helios site axonometric
building life cycle
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material life cycle and composition
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explodedaxonometric axonometric beacon exploded
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helios energetic section + building features
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second/third floor
ground floor
fourth floor
helios
underground floor
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west facing section
west elevation
north elevation
sixth floor
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fifth floor
helios
exterior daytime render
exterior sunset render
interior solarium render
interior atrium render
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exterior nighttime render
interior unit render
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02 flow 2B Design Studio Final Supervised by Rick Andrighetti and Katherine Kovalcik Programs: Rhino 6, V-Ray, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign August 2020 Flow is a restoration project located along the Duncan Woods Creek Trail in Toronto, Ontario that focuses on mitigating the water erosion happening along the banks of the creek and surrounding ravine site. The design was inspired by the constant stream of water through the site, as well as the paths carved out in the earth by the stormwater runoff. It incorporates a variety of erosion mitigation methods throughout the project including retaining walls, stacked rock walls, hedge brush layering, and gabion baskets.
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flood plain hazard map with case study section locations
Along the creek were several different types of erosion mitigation methods already in place, varying in success, as shown in the case studies. They include stacked rock walls, gabion mattresses, and gabion retaining walls. The hazard section highlights the most pressing areas of concern along the creek and current conditions at the site.
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used along sides of wider end of creek type of gravity wall, relies on weight of cut stone to hold back Earth likely reinforced as higher stone walls need engineering to resist tension
Case 1 Section
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Gabion Retaining Wall
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used along sides of property and house type of gravity wall, relies on weight of cages to hold back Earth wired together, considered one mass
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Gabion Mattress
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used along sides of the creek large, flat gabion cages to hold back Earth, channel coating water permeable, allow vegetation to grow inbetween rocks and cage
Case 3 Section
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steepness of slope raises concern for erosion underneath houses/patios some patios have had the patio reconstructed
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bank erosion along sides of creek undercut in dirt, top layer held together by grass and vegetation
Hazard Section
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rill erosion in slopes, water carving out paths in dirt trees holding Earth back somewhat, lacks smaller dense vegetation
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Case 2 Section
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Seeding
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Brush Layering
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most effective on slopes 45° or less, surface should be roughened process: site preparation, fertilization, mulch, seeding (application methods: drill, broadcast, water slurry/hydro, blower, rotary disk) seeding rates, type, and timing depend on the location and condition of the site creates a layer that mitigates surface erosion, larger vegetation can later be added to further stabilize
hypothetical section with possible erosion mitigation methods
This hypothetical section illustrates an imaginary section based on the current conditions with different mitigation methods implemented to resolve some of the issues on site. The re
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Soil Nailing
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traditionally used in construction to hold earth back in excavations process consists of excavation, drilling nail holes, installing nails and filling with grout, temporary facing, permanent facing flexibility in construction, accommodating for variations in soil conditions requires soil to be able to stand on its own, unsupported for a few hours (natural cohesion in soil)
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type of revegetation technique uses native vegetation, no metal or concrete left behind layering of soil wrapped in biodegradable fabric and dormant plant cuttings on top of an angled bench of gravel fabric anchored with stakes, spacing of cuttings vary provides nutrients to water body, ideal along banks/bodies of water more technologically challenging, may require heavy machinery
etaining wall design in the final project uses these techniques to create solutions along the creek that accommodate the different types of erosion.
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flow
project site plan
As shown in the project site plan, the retaining walls along the creek emulate the flow of the water with curving, fluid walls that bring stabilization to steeper slopes as well as the creek bank. They also provide different elevations and resting spots along the creek for people to rest and enjoy the trail.
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The sectional axonometric diagrams show how the type of retaining wall changes throughout the design to accommodate for different cases of erosion along the creek.
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flow sectional axonometric diagram of the main area
interior render
exterior render
The interior features an exhibition to educate people about erosion happening along the ravine with skylights to highlight the three display cases in the center of the room. Along the back of the exhibition is a feature wall with a linear skylight to bring natural light into the space.
The outdoor area is a public resting and picnic space for pedestrians and cyclers to stop along the trail. It features a view of the ravine and multiple alcove areas along the water to view the scenery up close.
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building plan
building section
Seeding
Soil Nailing | Retaining Wall
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site + building section
type of gravity wall, relies on weight of cut stone to hold back Earth reinforced as higher stone walls need engineering to resist tension used along sides of wider end of creek
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process: site preparation, fertilization, mulch, seeding seeding rates, type, and timing depend on the location and condition of the site creates a layer that mitigates surface erosion, larger vegetation can later be added to further stabilize
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process consists of excavation, drilling nail holes, installing nails and filling with grout, temporary facing, permanent facing flexibility in construction, accommodating for variations in soil conditions
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Stacked Rock Walls
03 pas de deux 2A Design Studio Final Supervised by Dereck Revington and David Correa Programs: Rhino 6, V-Ray, Photoshop, Illustrator December 2019 In ballet, a pas de deux is duet between a male dancer and a female dancer typically consisting of 5 parts; the entrée, adagio, 2 variations, and a coda. In the entrée (or entrance), the dancers acknowledge each other to start the adagio or adage. In this segment, the two dancers perform an elegant and intricate partnerwork sequence that is often slow paced. They then break off into and perform their solo variations one at a time, which is comprised of leaps and turns intended to show off the skills of each dancer. The pas de deux is concluded with a coda where the dancers come together again and close off the dance with a grand flourish of a sequence, often mirroring previous segments.
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pas de deux
outer shell
Pas de Deux is a dance theatre that was inspired by the ballet duet it was named after. The circulation follows the structure of the dance as it begins as a single ramp that splits off into 2 that reunite at the bottom of the stage. The paths circle around a cafe and lounge area and cascade down the sides of the theatre space, taking visitors through their own kind of choreography.
petals
circulation
floor plates and walls
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The petals that frame the ramps are made of frosted glass panels, mounted on metal frames. These carry and diffuse the light coming from the skylights into the lobby area while also creating a kind of rhythm. By placing them on a slight angle, they create moments of brief visual connection between the first and second floors. Walking alongside these petals gives the visitors the feeling of a flowing, subtle tempo.
first floor plan
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second floor plan
section AA
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pas de deux
daytime theatre render
The skylights above the theatre cast rays of light along the back wall of the stage. They dance across the surface with the movement of the sun, giving a unique backdrop for daytime performances.
nighttime lobby render
The hard light in the theatre and stage contrasts against the softer light of the lobby and cafe area, creating separation between public and more private spaces.
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model view of private theatre
model view of public lobby
model view of theatre ramp
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model full view
pas de deux
sectional daytime render
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04 stratum library 1B Design Studio Final Supervised by Maya Przybylski and Rick Andrighetti Programs: Rhino 6, Autocad, Photoshop, Illustrator April 2019 Located in downtown Toronto by the Wallace Avenue Pedestrian Bridge, the Stratum Library is a gathering social place that connects communities from both sides of the railway. The library features a community kitchen on the bottom floor which is a space where people can come together and bond. The program of the library is organized vertically by floor, with each becoming increasingly more private as you go up.
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stratum library
basement
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first floor
To maximize floor area on a small site, I designed the library to be small in building footprint and more extensive in the number of storeys. Subsequently, the program of the library is organized by floor, with the public spaces closer to the streets and more private spaces on the top. To maintain a visual connection between floors, there are several cutouts in the floor plates enclosed by glass which vary in size and shape.
site plan
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second floor
third floor
fourth floor
fifth floor
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section AA
program diagram
section BB
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stratum library
exterior collage
The facade not only serves as a privacy barrier but a way to engage with pedestrians walking by. The wooden fins create the illusion of movement as the face of the building changes from different angles.
interior collage of the study floor
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model fully assembled
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long facade model
short facade model
model without facade
model of floor plates and atrium
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05 additional works
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cinematic promenade
additional works
2A Design Studio Supervised by Dereck Revington and David Correa Programs: Photoshop, Illustrator September 2019
promenade collage
promenade model open
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material exploration 1B Design Studio Supervised by Maya Przybylski and Rick Andrighetti January 2019
final artifact
partition interior collage
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partition model
revolve 1A Design Studio Supervised by Lola Sheppard and Rick Andrighetti September 2018
motion model
pavillion model close ups
staircase pavilion model
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thanks for reading! lets talk soon: Hannah Zhang 647 918 3673 h687zhan@uwaterloo.ca