ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

JEVAN CHOO

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

“Architecture forms a vital link between people and their surroundings.

It acts as a gentle buer between the fragility of human existence and the vast world outside."

- Kengo Kuma

Hello, I am Jevan Choo.

I am an Architecture student and I am very passionate about both Architecture and Humanitarian Architecture because architecture is so much more than just buildings.

I believe architecture has the power to both change and impact the lives of people and the environment.

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY

Architecture to me is about transforming something intangible into something tangible. Ideas and concepts are generated from the human passion and need. I believe that form follows function, and that architecture is only successful if it serves the function in improving the lives of the people, community and environment.

EDUCATION

Diploma in Sustainable Urban Design and Engineering (Specialisation in Architecture) Ngee Ann Polytechnic 2016-2019

Diploma in Emergency Response Section Commander Course Singapore Civil Defence Force 2019-2021

Fire and Safety Management (SCDF) 2019-2021

GCE “O” Levels Bukit View Secondary School 2012-2015

EXPERIENCE

SAA Architects Internship AUG 2018 - NOV 2018

Fire and Rescue Specialist (SCDF) OCT 2019 - AUG 2021

AWARDS

Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) CUBE CHALLENGE

DCA Architect’s Prize Outstanding Performance in the module “History & Theory of Asian Architecture”

SKILLS

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS 01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

02

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

03

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

04

SANAGA SCHOOL ( SCHOOL OF STORIES)

05

HAMMOCK HOUSE

COMPETITIONS 01

URA CUBE CHALLENGE

PHOTOGRAPHY

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

THIS PORTFOLIO INCLUDES A COLLECTION OF MY SELECTED ACADEMIC AND NONACADEMIC WORKS IN ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN AND ART.

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

Location Size Year

: New Bridge Road : 875m2 : 2019

“A Cultural and Martial Arts Centre that reflects the dynamic character of the Martial Art by using Extrusions and Intrusions and stacking the spaces to create a dynamic user experience. This Cultural and Martial Arts centre is for the public but also focuses on the elderly passing down their knowledge not only on their Martial Arts skills, but to also inculcate a strong sense of value, moral and discipline in the younger generation. “

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

Reflecting the dynamic character of the Martial Art by using Extrusions and Intrusions and stacking the spaces to create a dynamic user experience.

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

Front Entrance Plaza

Duxton Hill Park Entrance 2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

Gallery

Martial Arts Showcase SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

Atrium

Dance Studio 2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

Rooftop Martial Arts Training

Rooftop Bar + Community Garden SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

“Push” and “Pull” Motion

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

Extrusions and Intrusions

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

First Storey Floor Plan

Second Storey Floor Plan SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

Third Storey Floor Plan

Fourth Storey Floor Plan

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

Fifth Storey Floor Plan

Roof Plan

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

01

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

Front Elevation

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

MARTIAL ARTS + CULTURAL CENTRE

01

Back Elevation

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

02

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

Location Year

: Duxton Plain Park : 2019

This project aims to create a space for the community around the Duxton Hill Park, where nature and the community can meet.

The site is located in the heart of Chinatown and Outram Park which is rich and diverse in culture. During the early mornings and evenings, one will be able to observe people practicing martial arts such as Tai Ji, Wushu etc. This park connector acts as a space where those practicing their martial arts can have a quiet place for meditation and contemplation. There is also a more public space with a stage to showcase their talents which can educate park goers about the culture here in Singapore.

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

02

This park connector not only acts as a connector to nature, but also to the culture here in Singapore and for the users using the space to contemplate on past memories and to evoke a greater awareness to the social and urban fabric around Chinatown and Outram Park.

The roof has special openings that open to views. Each view represents a landmark around the area which has a special signiďŹ cance and familiarity to the community.

Each space evokes a dierent sense of emotions and memories, thus encouraging the user to contemplate whilst being surrounded by nature.

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

02

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

Floor Plan

Elevation

2019

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

PARK OF CONTEMPLATION

02

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2019

Exploded Axonometric

03

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

Location Year

: Kampung Naga, Indonesia : 2018

A kindergarten that celebrates the arts, such as music and art. The rich tradition and culture makes this village and community so special and i wanted to preserve this and celebrate it at the same time to ensure that the younger generation are familiar with their roots.

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

03

To educate the next generation and preserve their rich culture and traditions to ensure the Kampung Spirit lives on.

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2018

03

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

SECTION AA

SECTION BB

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

03

EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2018

03

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

03

2018

04

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

THE SCHOOL OF ARTS

Location : Kampung Naga, Indonesia Year : 2018 Collaboration : Mr Raja Faizul, Jodie Teresa Monteiro, Lee Zhuo Yao

The project was based on a village in Indonesia, and the aim was to design a kindergarten that allows the elders to share stories with the younger generation to ensure their culture and tradition gets preserved and celebrated.

This project was a Youth Expedition Project (YEP) in conjunction with Etc. Lab, a design company based in Ngee Ann Polytechnic. This project is currently under construction now.

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

04

Creating a space where they can easily engage with one another, and providing children with resources and spaces to read and act out tales they hear and read about would drive the spirit of story-telling in the kampung, and inculcate a deeper connection and understanding of their roots.

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

2018

04

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

Construction In Progress as of 2019:

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

04

2018

04

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

2018

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

SANAGA SCHOOL (SCHOOL OF STORIES)

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

04

2018

05

HAMMOCK HOUSE

HAMMOCK HOUSE

Location : Ngee Ann Polytechnic Year : 2017 Collaboration : Amanda Loh, Hana Kong, Lee Zhuo Yao, Wilfred Teo

For our Architectural Materials and Technology project, our group were tasked to design a shelter around our school for students to use. We came up with the Hammock House with full length hammocks for students to rest and lie down after a long day in school.

2017

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

HAMMOCK HOUSE

SELECTED STUDIO WORKS

05

2017

COMPETITIONS

01

URA CUBE CHALLENGE

URA CUBE CHALLENGE

Location : Urban Redevelopment Authority Year : 2016 Project Title : Community Coalesces With City Collaboration :Ngee Ann Polytechnic

This was the URA Cube Challenge, and we did a master plan for the area of Buona Vista along the railroad. We worked in a group of 9, our lecturer, a NUS architecture student, and a external architect mentor. We represented Ngee Ann Polytechnic for this competition and we received a cash prize for participating.

2016

COMPETITIONS

URA CUBE CHALLENGE

COMPETITIONS

01

2016

PHOTOGRAPHY

“Hitch.”

“Greyed Out.”

“My favourite documentary is Air Crash Investigation.”

“SCI-FI.”

“waves.”

“Essence of light”

“Innocence.”

“Kampung Life.”

“The Hills.”

JEVAN CHOO

ARCHITECTURE STUDENT jevanchoo@gmail.com +65 9234 8296 www.linkedin.com/in/jevan-choo

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