JAMES TRAN
78 Pembroke Street, Suite 301, Toronto, ON M5A 2N8 B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC | 647.822.5722 | ja.tran@gmail.com
How does one walk on water? How does structure play a role in overall enclosure? What is the structural logic of the system? How can one maximize experience and optimize structure simultaneously? This was a collaborative studio between 2 architects and 2 engineers and the emphasis was to resolve structure. Structure dictates spatial aqualities. This project explores the use of water as a filter that divides two unique spaces. Olympic sized pools on the upper half, and the steam chambers and thermal baths below. The wood slats of the truss provide acoustic separation; the truss extends outside to create additional public space.
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B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
HSS 254 x 254 x 13
19m
JAMES TRAN
HSS 203 x 203 x 13
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20mm Aluminium glazing frame 50 mm thick rigid insulation 1 mm moisture membrane 3 mm thick HSS bracing Drip groove
HSS 305 x 305 x 13
12 mm single pane safety glass argon gas 2 x 8 mm laminated safety glass with 60 mm neoprene pad
“Understanding the Arched Truss� Physical model overlayed with structural detail, generated in AutoCAD 2012. Engineer partners were responsible for structural member sizing and design.
Academic Work Halcrow Yolles Option Studio: Urban Natatorium Advisor: D. Lieberman; 2011
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“Hybrid Section through Natatorium� 1:50 Physical model overlayed with digital section generated with AutoCAD 2012.
Academic Work Halcrow Yolles Option Studio: Urban Natatorium Advisor: D. Lieberman; 2011
This thesis looks for the emerging architectural opportunities, as anti-tourist constructs, afforded by the capture of this region’s inexhaustible tidal energy; and asks “what are the impacts on the physical environment and the implications of cultural identity for the Bay of Fundy.” My desire to utilize the infrastructure for underwater tidal energy capture as a way to create links to the environment and the rest of the communities throughout the Bay of Fundy was a primary driver for my architectural intervention, hence a tidal bridge that linked society to the rich history of the Bay of Fundy as well as the environment.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“View from Amethyst Cove to Cape Sharp” Image rendered in Rhino 3D using Vray, post-produced in Photoshop.
Academic Work Thesis Studio: Sea-Link | Architecture of Connection Advisors: P. Petricone, D. Lieberman; 2011
“To Tidal Resonance Chamber� Image rendered in Rhino 3D using Vray, post-produced in Photoshop.
Academic Work Thesis Studio: Sea-Link | Architecture of Connection Advisors: P. Petricone, D. Lieberman; 2011
VALLEY WOODS ROAD Toronto
Context was key in understanding how these sets of townhouses that overlook a densely forested ravine. I was responsible for producing design drawings and working drawings as well as wood detail construction drawings. As an iterative process in facade design, I generated variations upon request from clients using Sketchup.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“E.I.F.S. Facade design variation � This was a design perspective generated to make more informed decisions with the client. Perspective generated in Sketchup; Section created in AutoCAD 2012.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
VALLEY WOODS ROAD Toronto
Stacked Townhouse variation indicating E.I.F.S. colouration and modular panel system.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“E.I.F.S. Facade design variation � This was a design perspective generated to make more informed decisions with the client. Perspective generated in Sketchup; Section created in AutoCAD 2012.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
ANTIBES DRIVE Toronto
Overviewing Antibes Park, Antibes Townhouses is situated on a site with natural contours with steep inclines. I was responsible for producing design drawings and working drawings. I was tasked to design under the constraints of building codes and physical building parameters, a graded mediation between the ground floor and the sidewalk, which at times were over 1.4m difference in height. I created multiple study models for the porch area as well as the interior stairs to understand head height constraints.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“Sectional Relationships� Designing in section was vital to understanding how spaces came together in plan form, especially under tight space constraints. Created in AutoCAD 2012.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
Ground Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor Option A
“Iterations and variations� Client input was rapidly translated into design iterations and spatial studies to accommodate the constraints of the OBC; creating well designed habitable spaces.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
GIBSON SQUARE
North York City Centre Adjacent to the historic Gibson House Museum and Park, with direct access to North York Centre subway station is where Gibson Square Town is situated. I was responsible for producing presentation drawings, design drawings and working drawings. I was tasked to design the arrival court for Gibson Square and produced digital study models, renderings and translated them to construction drawings.
JAMES TRAN B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“Ceiling Transition Section� This section was created in order to understand how the ceiling design transitioned as well as to communicate to client. Created in AutoCAD 2012.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
(Above) Reflected ceiling plan generated in AutoCAD 2012. Highlighted portion is the extent of my design. Arrow represents the perspective’s directional view. Yellow denotes the section cut line.
“Gibson Square: Arrival Court Perspective” Design of the ceiling of the arrival court for Gibson Square. Digital model created and rendered in Sketchup with Vray, post produced in Photoshop.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
MALAYSIAN COASTAL RESORT Jahor, Malaysia
A masterplan water themed resort, Desaru Riverwalk Village invites visitors to experience a fusion of Malay and colonialism style. I was responsible for producing Sketchup models, which aided in the understanding of the overall design of these unique buildings. Below: is the masterplan containing a series of floating restaurants, retail and amenity buildings typical of a resort destination.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“Entrance Gateway sectional view � This was a sectional perspective generated to make more informed decisions with the client. Perspective generated in Sketchup
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Howard Rideout Architects, 2013
Night viewand of the Malaysian Restaurant highlighting “Iterations variations� facade 3Drapidly modeled in Sketchup, rendered with and spatial studies to Client details. input was translated into design iterations Vray, post produced in AdobeofPhotoshop. accommodate the constraints the OBC; creating well designed habitable spaces.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Rafael + Bigauskas Architects, 2013
DOHA QATAR ISLAND RESORT Lusail Island, Qatar
Four artificial islands are masterplanned designed to accommodate 100 luxury villas in a variety of layouts from 4 bedroom luxury suites to semi-detached single bedroom units. A five star hotel anchors the main island complete with marina and ferry terminal. A fourth island of the ensemble is designed as a natural retreat complete with various outdoor activities and resort amenities. Each island has its own characteristic that allow guests to explore the character of each island. I was responsible for producing Sketchup models, which aided in the understanding of the overall design of these unique buildings.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“Entrance to the Mountain. � This was a perspective generated to make more informed decisions with the client. Perspective generated in Sketchup
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Howard Rideout Architect, 2013
“Back Entrance to the Waterfront� As the sun is quite intense, devices including heavy duty fabric and patterned screens were incorporated to maximize shade and maintain a sense of openness.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Howard Rideout Architect, 2013
PEAPOD LIFE
Modular Greenspace System As a way to incorporate green living for commercialized space, PeaPod Life offers a modular system that allows for green amenity space. I was commissioned to create a representation for their concept, originally only in sketch form. I used Sketchup to create a 3D model and provided a rendering to allow potential clients nts to understand the space PeaPod Pod Life has offered.
JAMES TRAN
B.Sc., M.Arch., MRAIC
“Rooftop Scene� Perspective generated with Sketchup using V-ray rendering engine, post produced in Photoshop.
Professional Work Permission granted for image use by Peapod Life, 2012