PORTFOLIO
SELECTED WORKS
JULIAN DJOPO
ST. AUBYN’S PLACE
York RESIDENTIAL
PART 1
St Aubyn’s Place is my first and ongoing domestic project, with the client looking to refurbish their kitchen, dining and family space with a rear infill extension. Together with the architect, I produced sketch iterations of possible rear extension layouts that both incoprates the garden shed or takes full advantage of the rear garden space.
I worked on this project from the sketch design stages to developed concept in 3D modelling, which was presented to the client meeting through a curated document. By working on projects like this from the briefing to concept stages, I can was able to continue utilising my freehand sketches to together with 3D models to test all the scales.
Sketch design process with final hand-drawn render.
SOUTH VIEW
York RESIDENTIAL
PART 1
South View clients seeked a side extension to their historic detached house to provide a garage and workshop that connects to the rear garden. I was given the full design decision in the sketch design and developed design stages to this project. The clients also wanted an extension to the lofts for a bedroom space and a new from entrance porch.
To meet the planning requirements for this project the design decisions had to retain the original roof heights and utilise the same local bricks that were originally used. A key feature the client wanted to explore was the sheltered walkway to the large rear garden which would potentially renovated as a small study. Sketch design plans and hand-drawn renders.
THE PEAT DISTRICT
Glazebury
ECOLOGICAL
This final year thesis project stems from a hypothesis developed in response to the increasing climate crisis and restoration of UK peatlands. Therefore we ask, “What kind of architectural propositions would be needed for creating an inhabitable landscape that prioritises peatland restoration and expansion?”.
“Peat District” is made up of settlements each consisting of dwelling clusters that prioritise housing and landscape restoration. The settlements are laid out in clusters in a gridded archipelago for long-term adaptability. To retain biodiversity and optimal peatland restoration, there is a 35 per cent density per hectare. The proposed settlement on stilts supports peatbog growth through a complex infrastructure, including ponds and peat rewetting channels.
Sectional model
Sketch process of settlement
Peat Barn
Concept sketch section of elevated peat settlement.
Diagram drawing of settlement layout guide.
SALTAIRE COMMUNITY CENTRE
PUBLIC
B.ARCH 3.0
My project aims to bring focus back to the community of Saltaire through a Community Centre and Library, influenced by the concept of the Temple for the People and the Greek agora. The architecture of the building represents the social history of the people of Saltaire, mill workers, child labourers, and locals who have committed to establishing Saltaire as a World Heritage Site.
Saltaire Community Centre and Library hopes to accommodate both locals and visitors through a complex programme of spaces, akin to that of the French Salle Polyvalente (multi-purpose) Centres. The Library programme, being the largest houses a quiet studies, collaborative learning spaces, computer rooms reading areas and Biographical Archives of Saltaire’s people and history. Other programmes include a children’s area (crèche), cafe and car, community adaptive hall, council offices and debate chamber.
Section drawing (North)
Exploded axonometric drawing
Salt’s Mill Chimney
SATAIRE COMMUNITY CENTRE AND LIBRARY (THE SCCL)
B
Detail Section and Elevation Drawings
With the final submission, this deatil section and evelation render portrays the materiality and construction details. A selection of materials such as Siberian Larch and English bond brickwork shows the requirements to sit harmoniously within the context and incorporate sustainable materials.
NUAS SMALL TALK LECTURE SERIES
GRAPHIC DESIGN
B.ARCH 2.0
As the Publicity Officer for the Newcastle University Architecture Society (NUAS), I was also involved as the graphic designer for event posters. The most successful event was our Small Talk lecture series, where were honoured to be able to invite renowned guest and architects, such as Karakusevic Carson, David Chipperfield and Ingrid Petite to share their design ideas, practice insights and architecture industry developments.
My involvement in the planning, organising and attendance of the Small Talk events increased my scope on the architectural industry as well as providing networking experience with architects and critics from the industry from which I wish to advance my career.
COMPETITIONS
ARCHITECTURAL
Through the NON-ARCHITECTURE platform, I challenged my design and time management skills with two remote competition projects. Democratising Suburbia (above) required a response to the enquire of FUTURE PUBLIC SPACES, reimagining the future post-covid19.
The 48-hour Floor Plan Battle competition (right) challenged team collaboration to meet the deadline two-day deadline from launch. exemplified these challenges and was successful to reach the finalist stages. Working on competition projects alongside my university work and responsibilities, I have enriched my capabilities in efficient decision making, graphic design and teamwork.
Democratising Suburbia drawings (Above-left and right)
Picnic Parliament: The Illusion of Democracy
