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JEFFREY
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MASTE R OF AR CH ITE C TU RE POR TFOL IO
ABOUT EDUCATION 09.2011 - 04.2015
RYERSON UNIVERSITY Bachelor of Architectural Science - Dean’s List
09.2007 - 06.2011
UNIONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Arts York Visual Major (Diploma) - Honour Roll
WORK EXPERIENCE 10.2015 - Present
CS&P ARCHITECTS INC. Architectural Intern, Project Coordinator, Job Captain, Contract Administrator
06.2014 - 08.2014
UNITED DESIGN GROUP SHANGHAI Full Time Intern
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS 04.2018
EVERYONE IS KING: DESIGN BUILD COMPETITION (CITY OF TORONTO) Public Space Installation #13: Everyone is (a) Kid
04.2015
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY: RACE TO ZERO STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITION Award for Design Excellence
01.2013
URBAN DESIGN AWARDS (CITY OF TORONTO) An Architecture of Civility, class compilation of works
CONTENTS ACADEMIC WORKS & URBANIZE ALLAN GARDENS 04 REVITALIZE 19 Horticulture Ave., Toronto, ON 10
CLARENCE PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE 351 Wellington Street West, Toronto, ON
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ALFÄBET CHAIR Furniture Design
COMPETITIONS LANE 16 PROVENANCE Palmerston Blvd & Markham St., Toronto, ON 20
EVERYONE IS (A) KID King St. W. & Simcoe St., Toronto, ON
PROFESSIONAL WORKS COMMUNITY CENTRE 22 BIRCHMOUNT 93 Birchmount Rd., Toronto, ON 26
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SLC/PAC ADDITION 200 University Ave. W, Waterloo, ON
REVITALIZE & URBANIZE ALLAN GARDENS 19 Horticulture Ave | Toronto, Ontario, Canada ARC820 Architecture Studio | Individual Project | January to April 2015 AutoCAD | Revit | Rhinoceros | V-Ray | Photoshop | Illustrator | Enscape Allan Gardens, a gem along the Jarvis corridor, attract visitors year round from its public greenhouses to its open park. The proposed design strengthens social interaction NORTH - SOUTH DIVISION within the community, creating a central hub by adding program to the site. The main hall serves as a multi-purpose event space for receptions, public gathering, and a local farmers market on weekends. Taking inspiration from Wychwood Barns and Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, as well as De Hallen in Amsterdam, the space is long and linear, lined with studios on both sides. The old boiler room is converted into a two level artist gallery with access to the artist garden behind. Additional offices and greenhouses are added to facilitate the development of horticultural research and education of food security. A small cafe is situated close to Jarvis allowing for social gathering and revenue generation for the site.
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INSTITUTIONAL SPACE
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SOCIAL INTERACTION SPACE
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OUTDOOR GREEN SPACE
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Gallery Extension
Closing the Loop
Aligning the Cafe
Second Floor Connection
Rooftop Greenhouse
Existing Boiler Room & Chimney Stack
Off-Leash Dog Park
Proposed Area Of Development
Robert Burns Statue
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Semi-Private Garden Space
VERNICULTURE COMPOST AREA 49 m²
LOBBY 50 m²
CORRIDOR 46 m²
OFFICE 11 m²
Children’s Garden
OFFICE 11 m²
WOMEN'S WASHROOM 25 m² STORAGE 18 m²
CLASSROOM 90 m²
WOMEN'S WR 13 m²
MEN'S WR 13 m²
UNIVERSAL WR 11 m²
MEN'S WASHROOM 25 m²
ARTIST STUDIO 3 16 m²
ARTIST STUDIO 1 17 m²
BF WR 5 m²
Artist Garden
ARTIST STUDIO 4 16 m²
OFFICE 12 m²
STAFF 7 m²
STAIR B 23 m²
ARTIST STUDIO 2 17 m²
MULTI-PURPOSE HALL 290 m² ARTIST STUDIO 5 16 m²
KITCHEN 53 m²
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STAIR A 23 m² WR 4 m²
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ARTIST STUDIO 6 16 m²
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UNIV WR 9 m² RESTAURANT 136 m²
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East-West Axis
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Seasonal Garden
Existing Greenhouses
Public Garden Space
Horticultural Axis
Public Children’s Space
7 The re-purposed boiler room becomes an art gallery to exhibit work from local artists. The single storey building is underpinned allowing for the double height relationship creating a more intimate space for the display of the artwork.
The decommissioned chimney stack is modified into a small lift to provide barrier-free access to the lower floor. Artists and visitors can also use the elevator near the entrance to access the basement as well to move art pieces and displays.
Basement Art Gallery
Ground Floor Art Gallery
Boiler Room Art Gallery Section
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The event hall is a multipurpose space that can be configured to suit the needs of the users. It hosts a weekly farmers’ market at Allan Gardens, allowing local farmers to sell their fresh produce and products while educating guests about food security. The linear skylight brings in natural lighting illuminating the space below. Lined with artist studios on either side, this hall also serves as a reception area for art exhibits that utilize the gallery space.
Artscape Wychwood Barns - Toronto
De Hallen Marketplace - Amsterdam
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Entrance Lobby
Event Hall Basement Art Gallery
Event Hall & Lobby Section
CLARENCE PARK COMMUNITY CENTRE 351 Wellington Street West | Toronto, Ontario, Canada ARC620 Architecture Studio | Partner: Florence Ma | January to April 2014 Revit | Rhinoceros | V-Ray | Photoshop | Illustrator Clarence Park Community Centre, located in the King and Spadina Trinity area, is connected by two existing green spaces, Victoria Memorial Park and Clarence Square Park. The surrounding neighbourhood features low-rise buildings and connections to street activities. Structural columns are grouped together, imitating the large tree trunks of the nearby parks, to create public gathering spaces including a gymnasium, pool, and cafe. As one ventures through the building, the spaces become more private, introducing a fitness centre, multi-purpose rooms, and a running track overlooking activities below. The top floor imitates the quiet enclosure of foliage where private programs are located including the library and study areas. The concept of a tree is used to separate the different levels of privacy while maintaining an interconnected community of activity.
Site
Site Plan
NEIGHBOURHOOD INTRODUCTION
The Clarence Park Community Center is located in the King and Spadina Trinity neighbourhood. This area is connecteded together by two existing green parks, Victoria Memorial Park and Clarence
Victoria Memorial Square Park
Clarence Square Park
CLARENCE SQUARE PARK
WELLINGTON LINEAR PARK
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Proposed Wellington Linear Park
GREEN LINEAR PARK IN TORONTO
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A project proposed in the City of Toronto creates a green belt across the city that extends from Stanley Park to Yonge Street with the King and Spadina neighbourhood situating at its center. This project would impact greatly on the neighbourhoods as it would provide and promote more outdoor pedestrian friendly streets.
SITE OPPORTUNITIES
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CLARENCE SQUARE PARK
A proposed project in the City of Toronto seeks to a green belt across Wellington Street West that PART create OF THE LINEAR PARK extends from Yonge Street to Stanley Park, passing through the King and Spadina neighbourhood. It promotes more outdoor pedestrian-friendly areas and creates a thoroughfare for the city. Locating the new community centre adjacent to Clarence Square Park generates a social hub along this linear park, attracting more visitors while providing amenities for the public. It also allows for a visual and direct connection to the natural green space.
TREETOP
Fourth Floor - Private Development Space Library, Study Area, Computer Lab
IN THE TREE
Second & Third Floor - Semi-Private Activity Space Fitness Centre, Weight Room, Multi-Purpose Room, Running Track
UNDER THE TREE
Ground Floor - Public Gathering Space Gymnasium, Snack Bar, Swimming Pool
Project Manifesto
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Rooftop Patio
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Insulated Spandrel Panel
Clear Glazing Unit
Aluminum Perforated Panels
Curtain Wall Pressure Cap Vertical Track
Exterior Sun Shading System Assembly
Third Floor Running Track
Fourth Floor Library
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ALFÄBET CHAIR Furniture Design ASC755 Digital Tools | Partner: Alexandra DeMelo | October 2014 Rhinoceros | V-Ray | Photoshop | Illustrator | CNC Routing
ALFÄBET CHAIR
THE ALFÄBET CHAIR IS A CUSTOMIZABLE CHAIR FOR KIDS THAT ALLOWS THEM TO EASILY ASSEMBLE IT THEMSELVES USING ONLY A FEW PIECES. THE CHAIR CONSISTS OF THREE MAJOR COMPONENTS: THE CUSTOMIZABLE SEAT THAT RANGES FROM ALL LETTERS OF THE ALPHABET ALLOWING THEM TO DECIDED WHICH LETTER THEY WANT, THE SIDE PIECES THAT HOLD UP THE SEAT, AND THE HORIZONTAL SLATS THAT CONNECT AND STABILIZE THE CHAIR.
The ALFÄBET chair is an easily-assembled customizable chair for kids consisting of three major components. The customizable seat ranges from all the letters of the alphabet allowing the consumer to decide which one they would like to purchase. The side pieces provide the rigidity and load bearing capacity of the chair and the horizontal slats connect and stabilize the chair. Originally designed for children ages 6 to 12, it has been tested to hold up an adult of up to 200lbs. Two prototypes have been fabricated from one sheet of 4ft by 8ft plywood using a CNC router machine allowing for compact mass production.
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Laneway between Palmerston Blvd. & Markham St. | Toronto, Ontario, Canada U.S. Department Of Energy Race To Zero Design Competition Group Submission | September 2014 - April 2015 Revit | Photoshop | Illustrator | Yardsticks Provenance Lane is a full redevelopment strategy of laneway housing in Toronto’s vibrant Little Italy neighbourhood. Presenting an opportunity for renewal and intensification, these homes are designed with a focus on occupant comfort and energy efficiency and demonstrate that high quality development can be integrated” 29.5 at a competitive cost. The project has been developed as an integrated solution 29.5” tailored to the climate, neighbourhood, and occupants. A high efficiency building 29.5” envelope and mechanical system results in an 80% reduction in energy use compared 29.5” to the average Ontario home. With the inclusion of photovoltaic cells on the roof, the house is energy positive, producing more energy than it consumes. With its low construction costs, it introduces another form of affordable living to the economy.
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Site Plan by others
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UNIT TYPOLOGIES
Second Floor Plan
Ground Floor Plan Typology graphics by others
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Laneway Elevation
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LEED for Homes v.4
Construction Cost Breakdown
Regional Priority 4 pts Innovation 6 pts
2% - Appliances 3% - Permits & Fees
Integrative Process 3 pts
4% - Exterior Works 5% - Flooring Construction
Location & Transportation 19 pts Indoor Environmental Quality 16 pts
Materials & Resources 5 pts
Wall Construction & Finishes - 21%
7% - Site Work
Total Points: 95 Certification: LEED Platinum
7% - Interior Finishes
Sustainable Sites 7 pts
Cost per SF: $200.95
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Plumbing & Electrical - 12%
9% - Foundations
Water Efficiency 7 pts Energy & Atmosphere 28 pts
10% - Windows & Doors
LEED Certification
Construction Costs P ROV E NA NCE LA NE
Total: $192,907.70
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Heating, Ventilation & Cooling - 10% Roof Construction - 10%
Statistical graphics by others PROVENANCE L ANE
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EVERYONE IS (A) KID King Street West & Simcoe Street | Toronto, Ontario, Canada Everyone is King Competition | Group Submission | April 2018 - January 2019 AutoCAD | SketchUp | Photoshop | Illustrator | Yardsticks With the improved efficiency of the King Street corridor pilot project, Everyone is (a) Kid seeks to integrate a luminous splash of childhood fun amongst the bustling downtown core of Toronto. The Lego-inspired spiral form, through a simpler medium of milk crates, provides a place for relaxation, wonder, and exploration within the urban context. The burst of golden yellow softly enhances the surrounding environment creating a destination as part of the journey. Accessible for all, it is hoped by the designers to faciliate a bright experience for users inviting all to sit adjacent to one of Toronto’s busiest streetcar routes. The idea came to me and my colleague one day as we were assembling Lego pieces. We proposed this ideas to others, researched and designed it to be built at a larger scale using milk crates. From conceptualization to fabrication, my role included costing the project and construction.
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
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KING STREET Graphics by others
FABRICATION
Concrete Bases
Bench Assembly
BIRCHMOUNT COMMUNITY CENTRE 93 Birchmount Rd | Toronto, Ontario, Canada CS&P Architects Inc. | Team Project | May 2016 - September 2018 AutoCAD | Photoshop | Illustrator | StatsLog 4 As my second project at CS&P Architects, Birchmount Community Centre consists of a double gym addition with change rooms, renovated office area, and a multipurpose room overlooking the gym. The design principle was to create a new entrance visually connecting all programs inside, both existing and new. My role in this project began during the Design Development phase and continued until post-construction. Development of Construction Documents as Job Captain meant coordinating with the office team and sub-consultants. Throughout construction as the Contract Administrator, I reviewed shop drawing submittals, prepared instructions, changes, certificates, and attended bi-weekly site meetings with the Owner and Contractor. After achieving occupancy and substantial performance, I maintained a close relationship with all parties to remediate any deficiencies and outstanding issues.
Architects: CS&P Architects Inc. Principal Architect: Susan Lewin Consultants: Read Jones Christoffersen, Smith + Andersen, MTE Consultants Inc., PMA Landscape Architects Ltd. Contractor: Torcom Construction Inc.
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Administration Gymnasium Circulation Space Natatorium Washroom & Change Rooms Multi-Purpose Rooms Service & Storage
Ground Floor Plan
Lobby Seating
Second Floor Plan
Gym Corridor
Multi-Purpose Room
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Gym & Change Room Plan
Photographs by others
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Reception Desk Casework ADDITION TO BIRCHMOUNT COMMUNITY CENTRE THE CITY OF TORONTO
Garbage Enclosure
Roof Top Unit Enclosure
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Render by others
UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SLC/PAC ADDITION 200 University Ave. W | Waterloo, Ontario, Canada CS&P Architects Inc. | Team Project | May 2016 - June 2020 (Expected Completion) AutoCAD | Revit | Photoshop | Illustrator | StatsLog 4 The Student Life Centre and Physical Activities Complex project at the University of Waterloo is a 88,000sf addition and 36,000sf renovation connecting three campus buildings together. My involvement commenced shortly after Schematic Design and continued through Construction. Under the supervision of the Principal Architect, my role as Job Captain managed the team at CS&P Architects as well as our SubConsultants while meeting the requests of the Owner. This included production of drawings and details, while coordinating with other disciplines. As Contract Administrator, I worked with the Contractor to progress the construction and attended bi-weekly site meetings. My duties also include responding to questions, issuing instructions, changes, and certificates, as well as reviewing shop drawings and submittals to ensure they comply with the contract drawings and specifications.
Architects: CS&P Architects Inc. Principal Architect: Susan Lewin Consultants: ARUP, MTE Consultants Inc., GSP Group Contractor: Bondfield Construction Company Ltd.
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Construction Progress on January 7, 2020
Administration & Staff
Natatorium
Fitness
Washroom & Change Rooms
Circulation Space
Program Areas
Courtyard Space
Service & Storage Ground Floor Plan
Basement Floor Plan
Second Floor Plan
Third Floor Plan