experimentation
a series of selected works: jenson lee
EXPERIMENTATION AN INTRODUCTION
This is a series of work representing the fruit of labour of my experimentations in the challenges of birth, life and death that is Healthcare architecture. It also includes a preview of my graduation project The Runway.
It has also led me to question myself: “WHERE WOULD MY NEXT EXPERIMENTATION BE?”
It began as an adventurous curiosity that propels me into this typology: a typology which requires a careful planning of medical-material flows, peoplecentricity and a pinch of innovations that sets it apart from the generic norm. Its ethos represents a social responsibility to create healing sanctuaries for the patients and an efficient workplace for the care-givers. It is through constant experimentations are we able to condition ourselves to changes: Changes that morph us to innovate and be on a constant prowl for the next big idea. It’s a state of mind - in keeping it open and continuously asking ourselves ‘how can it be more______ (elegant, wild, sustainable, appealing; just to name a few)?’ Throughout my experimentation I have participated in a series of local and international projects; and had contributed to concepts, architectural articulations, facade designs and details; and medical planning of these projects. The experiences it entails has deepened my knowledge in Architecture and planning, and strengthened my confidence in design delivery.
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+65 9105 9355 Blk 122 Paya Lebar Way #09-2885 S(381122) jenofpoa@gmail.com
UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA, AUSTRALIA
the perfect shop - a retail directory the runway - a graduation project
NANYANG ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS, SINGAPORE (NAFA)
Master in Architecture, Dec 2010 Bachelor in Environmental Design, Dec 2008
Certificate in Basic Jewelry Design, Jun 2007
architectural + graphic proficiency
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC, SINGAPORE Diploma in Architectural Technology, Jul 2005
Excellent free-hand conceptual sketch designs. Excellent command in construction details Strong Visual and graphical aptitude in presentation layouts and dynamic presentations. Spatial and Urban design / Planning of macro to micro scales. Proficient BIM modelling with Autodesk REVIT Proficient CAD drafting in AutoCAD. Meticulous and efficient in physical model making. Knowledge in DC/ BP; Contractual Documentations. Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Indesign and Illustrator CS5. Knowledge in 3D modelling softwares: Rhinocerous, Google Sketchup and Autodesk 3D Max. 4 experimentation a series of selected works
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WORK EXPERIENCES
REFERENCES
CPG CONSULTANTS
Mr. Jerry Ong
Dec 2009 - Feb 2010 Mar 2011 - Present
CPG Corporation Healthcare Division +65 6357 4337 jerry.ong@cpgcorp.com.sg
Architectural Associate
Singapore National Skin Centre Expansion Ng Teng Fong General Hospital Outram Medical Campus Masterplan Overseas Shenzhen (Futian) People’s Hospital, China Shanghai International Medical Centre, China Design Competition Entries Sengkang Regional and Community Hospital Community Hospital and GERI @ Yishun Changi General Hospital Expansion IMH Administrative Building
DEG ARCHITECTS
Vice President (Healthcare)
Dr Ceridwen Owen
Acting Program Director (Architecture) University of Tasmania School of Architecture +61 3 6324 4479 Ceridwen.Owen@utas.edu.au
Prof Stephen Loo
Professor of Architecture University of Tasmania School of Architecture +61 3 6324 4477 Stephen.Loo@utas.edu.au
Architectural Assistant
Sep 2007 - Feb 2008, Nov 2008 - Feb 2009
NUS Business School Assumption Pathway School Singapore Polytechnic Master Plan Public Housing Upgrading programmes
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contents introduction resume projects sengkang general hospital yishun community hospital national skin centre shenzhen (futian) peoples’ hospital shanghai intl’ medical centre changi general hospital institute of mental health the runway
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a harbour of health Integrating place, healthcare and the community
sengkang general hospital THE PROJECT
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The project offers a unique and exciting opportunity to createa new and innovative wellness community within the rapidly growing Sengkang New Town. Echoing the ideals and concepts of Punggol 21 masterplan where visions of reservoir waterfront living is envisioned for the residents of Punggol and Sengkang, the design centres around a gradual flow of a river, creating a sense of place that is unique to Punggol and Sengkang – a Harbour of Health for the community.
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Participated in Architectural and Medical planning process of the design scheme.
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Responsible for coordination with lead architects, sub-consultants and Quantity surveyors on Cost estimates.
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Responsible for coordinating with counterparts from foreign design consultants and external contractor on building of the design’s physical model.
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Responsible for layout, artistic directions for project’s presentation panels. Responsible for editing and compilation of the Design report, artistic elements of Design report and CD packaging. Contributed to editing and compiling of presentation slides for design competition pre-interview.
Our goal is to create an uplifting, light and beautiful environment seamlessly fused with the high-tech reality of a healthcare institution. The design proposal is based on an overriding desire to create a new community ‘place’ in Sengkang, a town centre where patients, staff and the public at large can gather to relax, heal and learn.
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a hospital in a rainforest a hospital for the body, mind and spirit
yishun community hospital The project
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Located opposite the iconic Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, the design for Yishun Community Hospital has a lot to prove. In responses to its context, site and the rising social demand for a long-term care institution addressing the ageing population, the proposed design aims to provide a living sanctuary; a healing environment for the body, mind and spirits of patients and their loved ones.
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The hospital’s terraced form creates a stepping garden giving each patients their very own piece of rainforest, where lush greeneries surround their living spaces. The main ethos of our design was people-centric. Patients’ comfort and seamless flow of patients and staffs were priorities addressed in the spatial design of the hospital.
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Involved in conceptual architecture design and planning. Responsible for traffic access and carparking planning. Coordinated and worked closely with Quantity Surveyors, Medical planner and Architecture team to work out and tabulate final Cost estimates, GFA and CFA. Responsible for creation and editing Annex section of Project Design report. Responsible for artistic directions of design report and CD packaging. Responsible for editing and compiling the powerpoint presentation for the competition interview.
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a rejuvenated skin a respectful facelift
national skin centre THE PROJECT The expansion of the National Skin Centre and the site’s prominent position in the Novena Master Plan results in an iconic design which announces itself both subtly and dramatically as it integrates the existing landscape and built form.
Most importantly, this proposal brings together the design teams’ project ideals of strong medical planning and a focus on reimagining patients as valued guests to be cared for, trusted and respected as part of the overall community of health.
The introduction of the new building form and the resultant spaces creates a rich array of patient centric experiences within and around the buildings. In embracing what is there and celebrating the new old, the building form reacts and plays with the external environment, wrapping through, under and around the trees creating urban vistas, welcoming courtyards and leafy outlooks, affording visitors a healthy, happy, healing experience.
This simple premise results in an iconic and human design which pushes the conventions of the traditional health building.
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Coordinated with foreign design partners on architectural design of the new NSC annex building.
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Responsible for design of Basement car parking, traffic access, M&E and Support departments, in coordination through Value Management workshops and Work study groups with users and medical planner.
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Participated in Feasibility Study presentation to Client.
This proposal brings together the technological aspects of passive and active green design, smart management of mechanical and infrastructure services and clever construction techniques to create a building scheme which is strikingly beautiful, easy to manage and simple to construct.
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Responsible for writing and compilation of feasibility study report for submission to Client: In coordination with Client, internal consultants – C&S consultants, M&E Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, CPG transport consultants; and external consultants – foreign design partners and Value Management consultants.
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Worked closely with Quantity Surveyors and M&E Engineers, C&S consultants on crafting cost estimates for the project. Worked closely with lead architects, medical planners and Client to produce the final Schedule of Accommodation.
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future proofed setting a benchmark for the future
shenzhen (futian) peoples’ hospital THE PROJECT
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The Shenzhen Peoples’ Hospital was conceptualized to provide a rejuvenating change to the city of Shenzhen innovating the concept of Healthcare architecture.
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The design aims to integrate the hospital into the city’s public space, creating a seamless green link via the hospital and a hub for the community. Innovative ideas include the concept of every patient has a window and every window has a view; creation of lush sky gardens to provide a soothing environment of healing. The medical design creates a modular system which caters to expansions and helps in future-proofing the hospital. The facade is conceptualized in varying degrees of permeability corresponding the climate and context. An organic band forms the centerpiece crisscrossed with vertical landscape. The hospital is designed to set out as a benchmark in both healthcare and sustainable standards.
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Conceptualized and designed building façade for the project from Schematic design to Detailed Design phase. Designed customized details and provided façade modules for building envelope in response to Shenzhen’s climate and improve the buildability of project. Coordinated closely with facade suppliers to source for selected materials for facade systems. Demonstrated an understanding for texture and materiality in façade design. Worked and coordinated closely with Client, Hospital Operators, Medical Planner, C&S consultants and M&E Engineers on Medical and Architectural planning of SIMC. Participated in project meetings, workshops with clients, users, foreign architectural partners, subconsultants in Shenzhen.
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the trailblazer a meaningful fusion of the east and west
shanghai international medical centre THE PROJECT
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The Shanghai International Medical Centre (SIMC) is the first private hospital to be developed in China which is a 500 bed general hospital which specializes in Cardiology and Nuclear medicine, and comprise of Specialised Outpatient Clinics and Rehabilitative facilities.
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Designed as a patient-centred care environment, it is surrounded by a luxurious interior enhanced by landscaped gardens and water features throughout the premise to create a vibrant and pleasant ambience. It will be the first international medical standard rated private general hospital in China in line with the new China medical reform.
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Conceptualized and designed building façade for the project from Schematic design to Detailed Design phase. Designed customized details and provided façade modules for building envelope in response to Shanghai’s climate and improve the buildability of project. Demonstrated an understanding for texture and materiality in façade design. Worked and coordinated closely with Client, Hospital Operators, Medical Planner, C&S consultants and M&E Engineers on Medical and Architectural planning of SIMC.
The hospital’s facade drew inspiration from the Art-Deco movement that is unique to the architectural style of Shanghai. The design uses a careful play of proportion and ornamentation that is inspired from hospitality than healthcare, the SIMC had hoped to portray an image of grandeur and luxury that is matched by its cutting edge medical facilities and first class medical services and attention. 17 experimentation a series of selected works
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a model for slow medicine Individualized rehabilitative experience
changi general hospital THE PROJECT
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The expansion of Changi General Hospital (CGH) is aimed to innovate long-term care in response to an aging population. The concept of the design aims to create an iconic node for the hospital; as well as introducing innovative concepts to long-term care.
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Participation in conceptualizing and design of Annex and Integrated building façade in collaboration with Lead Architects.
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In-charge of aerial, exterior and interior renderings in collaboration with oversea rendering company located in Shanghai, China. Job entails communications in free-hand sketches, annotations in mandarin and free-hand details.
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Preparation of Traffic, M&E, C&S, Logistics and sun/wind diagrams for presentation panels and design report.
The design will wrap around the existing hospital in the form of two buildings articulated in accordance to their functions. The design will provide hassle-free and individualized restorative experience for patients and to better take care of the aging population. These concepts are articulated to provide a home-like environment filled with lush landscape to aid the healing process of patients. Sustainability is translated with natural-ventilated living and activity spaces and solarharnessing technology.
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making connections connecting nature, people and architecture
institute of mental health THE PROJECT The expansion of the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) called for a new administrative building extension. The concept that drives this proposal is defined as an environment that encourages interaction of staff with public, patient, colleagues, community and nature. The design approach of the team was to bring the green space back through an elevated landscaped plaza.
Careful integration of sun shades, selection of glazing to the overall facade design will reduce heat gain and glare. Light shelves, natural ventilated corridor, light tube, personalised cooling and displacement cooling will gain points toward Green Mark Platinum target.
This plaza with a glass beacon that houses the conference room, library and break-out spaces is a wayfinding node that orientates the staff and public. The glass beacon has six pillars, the first five symbolizes the five core values of IMH and the sixth pillar symbolizes the healing environment that IMH and the new admin building provides.
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Integration of architecture was demonstrated with a canopy the links the new and existing buildings blurring the boundaries between these two entities. The new expansion will be based on a fully integrated green design approach that optimizes natural sunlight that enters the office to minimize the need for artificial lighting.
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Participated in design of building form, spatial planning and flow. Participation in conceptualizing and design of overall building façade and scheme’s central communal core. Preparation of diagrams. Reponsible for artistic directions and layout for presentation panels.
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let’s go shopping reinventing retail + consumerism in singapore
The Runway is a mixed-use development of White shopping mall, SOFD - the School of Fashion and Design and W Singapore boutique hotel. The project will be located in Bugis, Singapore, where it is known as a hub for arts, culture, and vibrant city life. The project endeavours to synthesize retail and education, tourism and living into a single cohesive entity. The Runway project seeks to challenge the provocative limit of retail by identifying the authenticity, consistency and experience consumers crave; translating these desires into architectural and programmatic manifestations. The project also seeks to empower consumers and students alike through education and bridge the distance between students, professionals and general public.
Three types of shopping will form the framework of retail Boutique, Internet and Bartering. Spanning both micro and macro scales, the Runway Project will focus on creating a new model of retail by redefining the act of shopping through constant innovations with technology (online shopping), free shopping (bartering) and chic’ness (exclusive boutique shopping). Singapore is a modern city with an estimated 75 shopping malls based on a generic pattern of themed shopping and merchandising; food and beverage, and entertainment. With this in mind, the Runway aims to break away from this mediocrity and reinvent retail as an activity of material, emotional and creative satisfaction. The concept of retail in the Runway is all about authenticity, consistency and experience, in a society where consumers shops less and demand more from each experience, spend less and demand more value.
The shopping experience thrives from stores that are relevant, fresh and engaging, offering an emotional connection, interaction and excitement to consumers. With that in mind, innovations to shopping is a necessity. Thus the marriage of internet shopping with boutique chic in the Wall of Shopping and Ebay Retail boxes; condensing goods and shop spaces, creating an everchanging shopfront for the mall. Shoppers should and need to gain knowledge from shopping; they need to be empowered and be inspired through the act of retail. A shopping mall can be seen as a school, with constant engagements and understanding. The School of Fashion and Design is conceptualised and hybridised in the shopping mall as a result.
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