Jessica Chan | 2022 Architecture + Design Portfolio

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My name is Jessica Chan. I am a fourth year architecture student at the University of Waterloo. I am passionate about the adaptability of function in architectural design. As a result, I strive towards designing immersive and interactive spaces using innovative technologies and fabrication methods.

I hope you enjoy this portfolio of selected works.

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phone:

email: 416-738-0920 jpy2chan@uwaterloo.ca

Drafted schematic design concepts, permit drawings and construction drawings for high-end residential homes. Modelled in 3D

Compiled appliance

rendered visualization for client presentations in

material finish selection for interior design packages.

Red Leaf Creative LLC, New York

Designed and built out interior spaces, retail environments, and surrounding context in 3D software for Rosemary Square Development in Florida. Developed post-production work such as retouching photography, photo compositing and film compositing in Photoshop for Google San Jase Campus and 50 Hudson Yards NY.

Frits de Vries Architects, Vancouver Architecture Visualization Intern Architectural Intern

Johnson Chou Inc, Toronto

Worked closely with principal architects on developing schematic design through construction documents and tender for commercial, office and residential projects. Created and prepared visualization material for presentations for various projects.

Junior Designer School of Architecture

To Whom it may concern,

EMPLOYERS REFERENCE - JESSICA CHAN

Jessica was employed by Frits de Vries Architect Ltd. (FdVA) on a permanent basis from January 4th, 2022 to August 19th, 2022 on a 8 month paid placement, as part of the University of Waterloo Co-operative Education program. FdVA is an 11 person studio, specializing in the architectural design, coordination and construction of high end, single family homes across the west coast of BC, Canada.

In her time with our studio, Jessica was involved in multiple custom residential projects, both for private individuals and for the market, working under the supervision of myself, Frits and other senior staff at FdVA. She showed aptitude towards the wide range of tasks given within these projects and was adaptable to the changing needs of the office.

From front end development of 3D schematic models/renders and setup of supporting drawing sets, to the detailed design of custom indoor/outdoor furniture and millwork, Jessica approached each task with enthusiasm and interest. She always demonstrated a ßexible, enthusiastic attitude towards taking on new roles and was quick to volunteer her assistance on projects when opportunities to learn arose. Jessica is very personable and developed a good rapport with clients and fellow consultants in her short time with us.

On behalf of my fellow Associates and I, we wish Jessica every success in her future career and would be happy to take any calls from future employers at the contact no. provided.

Yours faithfully.

To whom this may concern:

Jessica Chan’s internship with our studio was undertaken between September to December 2020 wherein she was involved in the predesign, conceptual design and design development of a number of projects, including single family, multi unit residential and office design During this internship she exhibited a high level of maturity and thoughtfulness that was much appreciated by myself and our team

Our projects tend to have aggressive deadlines while our work incorporates a high level of complexity and detail. In this context Jessica revealed an impressive work ethic: patience, dedication and diligence Furthermore, she assumed roles of responsibility when required, and in one instance together with another intern took the initiative to develop design strategies for an office project when the principals were too preoccupied. During her work term there were many deadlines and we always knew we could count on Jessica to complete her tasks

His practical experience includes research/sourcing, preparation of conceptual designs and computer visualizations and zoning reviews Jessica’s contribution was considerable and valued. She exhibited a high level of enthusiasm for the craft and theory of architecture and she was a delight and distinct pleasure to work with.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for further information.

Johnson Chou Principal Johnson Chou Inc.

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,

University of Waterloo Faculty of Engineering

School of Architecture

re: Jessica Chan

Fiona Lim Tung, BA (Hons) M.Arch LEED AP Lecturer

the veil .o1

project: 3b studio final - performance center supervisor: david correa date: december 2021 collaborators: madeline engen, jeffrey yau location: toronto, ontario, canada software: rhino, vray, illustrator, photoshop

The emotion evoked in theatrical spaces is derived from the architecture as much as it is from the performance itself. The Veil is a theatre with a facade system that allows for emotion to transcend from the theatrical presentation into architectural reality.

Three plants: the white campion, wild carrot, and wild teasel informed the biomimetic design of two facade systems, an interior facade between the theatre space and interstitial atrium space, and a double skin exterior facade.

In a gesture of displaying the changes in humidity, the façades curls and waves alongside the flowing waters of Lake Ontario and the weaving of the people.

The curling and the flower emergence pattern inspired the spine of the facade component. The Teasel geometry inspired the shading components.

white campion

White campions open through a double curved hygroscopic mechanism. This inspired the teasel to act as a hinge connected to the spine.

wild carrot

The bracts of the wild carrot bend at various levels depending if they are centrally positioned or on the periphery of the stem. This has inspired two scales of bending between the teasels and spine, one seasonally the other in response to daily conditions.

As the wild carrot encounters moisture, the bracts are in together to protect the seeds. This motion is referenced in the inward curling of the wood veneer pieces of the facade.

white campion

White Campions’ calyx has a series of “ribs”providing structure to the delicate material. In the same way the wood posts which support the hygroscopic elements from a “rib cage” to the theatre The flower emergence pattern inspired the gradient of interior facade.

teasel

carrot

December

nesting .o2

project: 2b final studio - bird pavilion supervisor: rick andrighetti & kat kovalckik

date: may 2020 location: markham, ontario, canada software: rhino, vray, illustrator, photoshop

Throughout this term, I have been investigating the impact of human presence on habitat loss at Toogood Pond in Markham, Ontario. Focusing on avian species, I’ve identified the elements of the micro-habitats that support specific birds species and their behaviors. This ranges from nesting heights, materials and proximity to human activity. By exploring the cohabitation relationships between human and bird, this pavilion is meant to encourage bird nesting amongst it.

site plan forest pavilion

habitat plan marsh pavilion

site section

acoustic ring

viewing screen / window

Birds tend to fly into glass for 3 main reasons. They cannot see glass as a barrier, habitats are reflected onto the glass, and smaller windows look like holes to rest in.

To prevent bird collisions, I have designed a bird friendly building which will deter bird from flying into the glass. A set of strings act as a screen to reduce the transparency of building so the glass becomes more visible to the birds. The strings are also strategically hung on a hidden L-channel which allows for a seamless screen on the inside of the building.

These compartments are a fun way for children and adults to learn about birds. Each compartment will provide information on a specific bird of the area. The compartments are composed of sitting areas to listen to audio guides and bird sounds on one side, while the other is a shelf full of books and pamphlets on birds. There is also a set of binoculars for the participants to bird watch in the shade.

The compartments, though structurally the same will be differentiated by the type of wood material used in construction.

exterior of forest pavilion aerial view of habitat screen

view of habitat screen

hillocks park .o3

project: 3a final studio - midrise supervisor: adrian blackwell & cheryl chase date: aug 2021 location: toronto, ontario, canada software: rhino, vray, illustrator, photoshop

The Oakwood - Vaughan community has been increasingly losing foothold in its own community with the uprising of high rise condominiums and seemingly never ending construction. Many people lost their jobs and homes, they could not rely on others for constant support through the tough times. In hopes of responding to the existing issues we propose a community support system built up on mixed residential buildings to create a stronger community that can rely on each other with less means of requiring external support. We have designed a web of connected resources and housing.

The proposal for this site is a mid-rise building located on Eglinton Avenue. The intended occupants are primarily families looking for housing close to the nearby schools and libraries adjacent to the proposed buildings. Amenities including a daycare, co-working spaces, open study rooms, learning spaces, and a fitness room are located on the ground floor with storefronts available to both the residents and the community. In addition, gardens are placed on the roofs and terraces for the residents to use. There will also be a shared park with another proposed site.

strategy

floor plan

wall

steel frame CLT post and bean structure

CLT panels + masonry cladding

cores

sonder .o4

competition: architectural student design competition hosted by: canadian institute of steel construction top 5 finalist date: august 2021 collaborators: nadia cheng, hannah zhang location: campbell river, british columbia, canada software: rhino, Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop

Sonder is a pedestrian bridge, serving as a connection between hiking trails, across Deer Falls which is in close proximity to the upstream areas of Campbell River. It is additionally a place for occupants to pause as they witness the fishes’ ultimate journey. The undulating, curved walkway and railings reference the elegant ripples and waves of the water, while the arch which supports the segment of the bridge across the river mimics the parabolic movement of the fishes as they launch themselves across waterfalls of the Campbell river, in order to reach their ultimate life mission at the spawning grounds upstream.

stainless steel cable turnbuckle

perforated steel deck (galvanized)

coped (bolted) connections

wide flange beam welded to wide flange with tapered web (galvanized)

galvanized X plate and hex bolts pin connection to column

clevis connector bolted connection

galvanized wide flange beam

arch: curved round HSS tube, 800mm diameter

welded column to plate connection

connector bolts

foundation

arch (see detail F)

unremediated welds clevis connector stainless steel cable

bolted connection

stainless steel cables

stainless steel railings welded connection

perforated steel deck (galvanized)

galvanized wide flange beams

break formed tapered tubular columns, welded.

welded column to plate connection

galvanized connector bolts

foundation

straight wide flange sections support the curved walkway

arch curved round HSS tube metalized primed and finished with white point

wide flange beams galvanized for corrosion resistance

exploded structural diagram

bridge deck/ walking surface galvanized for corrosion resistance custon cut railings stainless steel

v-shaped columns break formed tapered tubes. metalized, primed and finished with grey paint to match beams

AESS Categories

Railings are custom cut plates (AESS C standard)

Cable Connection to Arch AESS 2 due to viewing distance

V-shaped Columns are at AESS 4 standard Remainder of bridge is at AESS 3 standard

redleaf ny

date: april 2020 supervisor: derek chan collaborators: henry wu software: 3DS Max, Vray, Photoshop

google san jose campus

date: april 2020 supervisor: derek chan collaborators: henry wu, christ shuta software: 3DS Max, Vray, Photoshop

johnson chou

roles: - modeled out the interior

- assisted in materials and furniture

- rendered all visualizations - developed the mill-work drawings for tender.

sheppard

date: december 2020 supervisor: johnson chou, silke stadtmueller collaborators: kieran meschino, brenda kandiyoti, giulia simonetta software: SketchUp, AutoCAD, Vray, Photoshop

frits de vries

selkrik st residence

date: may 2022 supervisor: neil harper software: SketchUp, Vectorworks, Vray

roles:

- designed and modeled iterations of residential unit type

- drafted elevations and sections for schematic design

- drafted and annotated interior millwork drawing set

holdborn residential development

date: may 2022 supervisor: sandi wiley software: SketchUp, Vectorworks

you email: jpy2chan@uwaterloo.ca phone: +1 416-738-0920