PORTFOLIO JESSICA PY CHAN architecture + design selected works 2020 volume 02
hello! My name is Jessica Chan, I am a second-year architecture student at the University of Waterloo. The adaptability and functionality of a space is something I am passionate to achieve in my architectural design. As a result, I strive to approach design with an immersive and interactive aspect in hopes to create work which is technologically innovative and socially inspiring. Equally, the exploration of fabrication methods stimulate and develop my technical abilities and creative design. I hope you enjoy this portfolio compiling of my selected works!
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other
academic
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reference letters
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curriculum vitae
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hunan house
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02 stasis
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03 acclivity
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04 nesting
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07 bike mural
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08 travel photography
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re: Jessica Chan
June 6, 2020 Jessica Chan is an exceptionally thoughtful, committed and hard worker. I am writing to support Jessica and her ambitions to contribute to, and learn from your team. Jessica was previously my student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. I taught Jessica in three courses during her first year, and can attest to her knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm of the subject matter. Jessica has exhibited a keen commitment to learning, and is motivated, organized, punctual, and conscientious. Jessica was always an insightful and diligent participant in studio. She took many interesting, calculated risks in her work, then would execute with precision, care, and skill. Jessica’s conceptual, technical, graphic, and spatial skills are nicely developed for a student early in her education, but that has never stopped her from constantly striving to improve. I recommend Jessica without reservation. Much like her work, Jessica is thoughtful, driven, and ambitious. She collaborates well with her fellow classmates, and is earnest, kind, and personable. As a student who is early in her architectural education, Jessica has already exhibited promise, and has delivered consistently strong results. She would be an enthusiastic, conscientious, and capable addition to your team. If you have any questions regarding this recommendation, please do not hesitate to contact me for further discussion at flimtung@uwaterloo.ca. Sincerely,
Fiona Lim Tung, BA (Hons) M.Arch LEED AP Lecturer
University of Waterloo Faculty of Engineering | School of Architecture Cambridge 7 Melville Street S. Cambridge, Ontario N1S 2H4 Phone: 519 888 4567 Fax: 519 622 3525
curriculum vitae qualifications • • • • •
Extensive knowledge on CAD, visualization and post productionand softwares. Detailed-oriented and attentive architecture student adept at designing with quality workmanship. Provided creative concept solutions and progress reports on projects in architecture and landscaping. Excellent teamworking skills developed through jobs in various fields and club work. Effective oral and written communication skills in English, French and Cantonese.
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phone: 416-738-0920 email: jesspychan@gmail.com
Red Leaf Creative LLC, New York
education University of Waterloo
Sep 2018- present
School of Architecture
Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Honour Co-op
Dean Honours List: 1A Excellent Academic Standing: 1B -2A
skills software Rhino 6 AutoCAD Vray 3DS Max Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator InDesign Microsoft Office Sketchup Grasshopper
manual Hand Drafting Physical Modelling Laser Cutting 3D Printing CNC Milling
language English French Cantonese
Jan 2020 - March
Architecture Visualization Intern
Design and build out interior spaces, retail environments, and surrounding context in in 3d software. Post-production work such as retouching photography, photo compositing and film compositing in Photoshop. Assist in-the-field photography and model studio shoots.
City of Markham, Markham
May 2019 - Aug
Public Realm Intern
Assisted Public Realm Coordinator and Park Renaissance Planner with detailed contruction plans on AutoCAD for parks and public projects. Inspected tree hoarding at development sites with the Tree Preservation Technician.
Szeto Architect, Markham
Feb 2018 - Aug
Architecture Intern
Drafted detailed floor plans for various types of dwellings on AutoCAD. Developed property projects that abide by zoning amendments and by-laws.
other experience ML Professional Counselling, Markham
Feb 2018 - Aug
Adminstrative Assitant
Bookkeeped and stored records regarding the financial affairs of the company on digital software. F_RMLAB, Cambridge
Sep 2016 - June
Design Team Member
Designed and fabricated Unsilent Night installation in Cambridge in collaboration with team members Coded and simulated animations in Grasshoper and Rhino for interactive video projection.
awards 3rd Place Winner in Pictorial Essay McMaster University Engineering & Science 1st Place Winner in Design Jam Pitches 1Up Toronto Youth Conference Design
June 2016
July 2017
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hunan house The Tianmen mountains are located in northern Hunan and are home to a hot-humid climate influenced to some extent by the monsoon season. The Hunan House design takes into consideration the need for natural ventilation and utilizes the excess amount of rainwater within the mountains. This off-grid research station is intended to allow botanists to focus on the study of the bonsai tree, which are plentiful in the Bonsai Garden found at the summit of Tianmen Moutain. Designed to encourage natural ventilation and cooling, Hunan House features many passive strategies such as shading, evaporative cooling and a buffer hallway. These strategies, along with the solar water heating system, help to make this off-grid station self-sustainable.
project: enviromental design - research station date: april 2019 collaboration: lauren chalmers location: tianmen hountain, hunan, china
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metal decking metal roof roof decking
wooden trusssystem system wooden truss
bamboo bamboolouvres louvres
glass glass
wooden walls wooden walls
glass glass
wooden walls wooden walls
slabon ongrade grade slab
wooden walkway wooden walkway
footing footing
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passive cooling
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operable windows
tree shading pond
operable tree shading pond windows
evaporation of water cools
hot air in the house rises
evaporation of water cools air as is passes over pond
hot air in the house rises
shade from buffer zone
shade from buer zone cools air from outside
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site plan
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lighting
summer solstice 81 ° winter solstice 37 ° clerestory
operable windows
tree shading
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exterior render
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interior render
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detailed wall section
12.5 mm steel decking 12.5 mm steel decking 1 mm 1radiant barrier mm radiant barrier 150XPS mm XPS insulation 150 mm insulation metalmetal drip drip edge edge wood wood faciafacia 12 mm12exterior OSB mm exterior OSDsheathing sheathing
ceilingceiling joistjoist bamboo wall wall stud 2x4” bamboo stud 2x4” mm horizontal siding 19 mm19horizontal siding mmspace air space 26 mm26air building space building space mm OSB sheathing 12 mm12OSB sheathing 150XPS mm XPS insulation 150 mm insulation vapourvapour barrier barrier 14 mm14bamboo veneer mm bamboo veneer
bamboo louvres 2x4” bamboo louvres 2x4” insulated glass windowframe frame insulated glass window clear argon filled tripleplaner planer clear argon filled triple low E glazing (operable)
anchor anchor 150 concrete concrete slab 150 mm slab on grade vapour barrier vapour barrier 60 rigid mm rigid insulation 60 mm insulation pea gravel pea gravel concrete footing concrete footing bitmous damp proofing bitimous damp proofing disturbed soil soil disturbed
undisturbed undisturbed soilsoil
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solar collector
pump
shower
purified water tank
composting toilet
kitechen sink
purifying system
stormwater storage
debris filter
water collection Due to the slant of the 3 roof sections, rainwater will be filtered into the pond in the centre. Then larger contaminants such as leaves and dirt will be filtered out through the debris filter found at the bottom of the pond. After travelling through the debris filter the stormwater enters the stormwater storage tank. As the water tank overflows the pond above it will fill. When the stormwater leaves the tank it will travel through a purifying system where contaminants are released and a softener is added to the water to remove minerals. The water then proceeds to the holding tank for purified water until it is needed either the shower or the sink.
When the water is needed a solar-powered pump pushes the water to its source. If the water needs to be hot it passes through the solar collector which collects and concentrates the sun’s radiation and uses it to warm the water. Cool water is also pumped from the tank to the necessary water sources. The system also houses a composting toilet which requires no water and decomposes waste using aerobic bacteria into a fertilizer the occupants can use.
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stasis A material led exploration of string in suspension and tension, developed into an architectural entrance at a local Storefront in Cambridge, Ontario. The threshold acts as a gateway entrance for the Bridge storefront and its gallery program bringing in pedestrians from the street. Two sets of interwoven string held in tension create a small pathway for pedestrians to interact with the rope and enter the store. The strings are held in tension with the counterweight of sketchbooks for display.
project: 1b studio - material assembly & construction date: january 2019 location: cambridge, ontario, canada
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section aa 1:100 JESSICA CHAN 20768504 SECTION A-AA 1:25 JAN 28 2019
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EYE HOOKS *rope in motion
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NAILS *rope
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BARBELL DUMBBELL WEIGHTS *lighter weights are hung on stationary
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*Diagram does not have sketchbooks attached, so that knotting pattern for ends of strings are visible.
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acclivity Located at the intersection of Dundas and Sterling in Downtown Toronto, the Acclivity is a community library combined with a children’s play space. To best suit, the steep hill of the site, the design of the library is an extended ramp acting as a continuous floor connecting the top of the hill to the bottom. Situated along the ramp are clusters of pods with different interactive play or reading stations for specific children groups. All pods are connected to a central play structure, where each access point correlates with the children’s development of risk and adventure. The Acclivity is a place for the community to gather and enjoy the dynamic connection of the city with its people.
project: 1b studio final - library & plus program date: april 2019 location: toronto, ontario, canada
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basement floor 1:200
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ground floor 1:300
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Theme of Connection Site The building is embedded into the slope and connects the top of the slope to the bottom with the entire floor as a ramp. Interior/Exterior Through the circulation, individuals on the outside are drawn into the building from the top and bottom. Caregiver / Child The program of the building is designed in a way that all children can access the main play structure in the middle at different heights depending on their risk development skills. While the caregiver is stationed at the appropriate proximity according to the child’s age.
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chi;ldren play structure
grade 1-3
kindergarden & preschool
toodler & infant
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north elevation 1:200
south elevation 1:200
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fragment section
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nesting Throughout this term, I have been investigating the impact of human presence on habitat loss at Toogood Pond. Focusing on avian species, I’ve identified the elements of the mirco-habitats that support specific birds species and their behavious. This ranges from nesting heights, materials and proximity to human activity. By exploring the cohabitation relationships between human and bird, this pavillion is meant to encourage bird nesting amongst it.
project: 2b final studio - bird pavillion date: may 2020 location: markham, ontario, canada
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bike hub In collaboration with the City of Markham, Markham Cycles is the first community bicycle hub in York Region. It aims to build a cycling culture in Markham by offering free programs and workshops to anyone who is interested in cycling. The design of the hub shows the vibrant and playful nature of the community. The front design is simple but impactful with the use of bright colours and bold shapes in a retro style. While the back design includes a variety of cycling activities and people to showcase the diversity of the community.
project: community mural date: july 2019 sponsors: the center of active transport, city of markham, york region district school board, markham public library, culture link, environment and climate canada
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travel photography A selection of photographs I’ve taken during my years of travels. I’ve used photography as a means of documenting my journeys and explore the world around me. It pleases me to share my discoveries with you here. The entire collection of photography can be seen on my website: https://www.jesspychan.com/works/ photography
date: 2016-present camera: Nikon D3000 lens: AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II
old montreal, quebec, 2016
washington, d.c. , 2020
washington, d.c. , 2020
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tai o, hong kong, 2017
tai o, hong kong, 2017
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thank you for your time !
email: jesspychan@gmail.com phone: 416-738-0920 website: jesspychan.com