Portfolio
Junyi Yang
Selected Work
Washington University in St. Louis
2021-2024
1 MAKING PLACES OF JOY
Urban Design Studio, Spring 2024 Academic Work
2 PLUG IN THE CANAL
Urban Design Studio, Summer 2024 Academic Work
3 ONE PLANET LIVING COMMUNITY
Urban Design Studio, Fall 2023
Academic Work
4
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT HOUSING Degree Project, Spring 2023
Academic Work
5 OTHER WORK
Academic Work
6 Research Assistant Work, Summer Intership Work MUSIC HALL
Optional Studio, Fall 2022
MAKING PLACES OF JOY
Places Of Joy are the heart and soul of South Atlanta's cultural identity, representing spaces that hold deep meaning and significance for its residents. These places tell stories of triumph and struggle from the community's past, weaving a rich tapestry of experiences. At their core, Places of Joy signify the transformation of sites once marked by injustice into symbols of resilience and hope, where acknowledgment of historical wounds meets aspirations for a brighter future. Alongside this transformation, these places encompass a diverse range of local anchor institutions, community gathering spaces, and neighborhood parks, serving as lively hubs for social connections and cultural exchange. Our objective is to identify and strengthen these Places of Joy, utilizing them as the foundation for our design proposals and envisioning them collectively as an interconnected system.
Bringing the Places of Joy concept to life requires a collaborative eort, with community voices guiding the revitalization process to ensure alignment with local identity and aspirations. Through thoughtful design and inclusive planning, Places of Joy emerge as dynamic landscapes nurturing social bonds, cultural vibrancy, and collective well-being throughout South Atlanta.
Implementing the Places of Joy vision involves a collaborative eort, where community voices shape the revitalization of these spaces and their connection with one another, ensuring they reflect the community's unique identity and aspirations.
Reclaiming place from dis\placemaking in Brownsville Atlanta, United States
Instructor：Patty Heyda Spring 2024
Team Work+Individual Work
Existing Condition Plan
Stakeholders Map
Framework Plan—30 Years
5-10 YEAYS GOAL
1. Integrate the transportation system by combining buses with bike and scooter systems for easier travel transitions.
2. Reorganize and enhance access to the creek landscape.
3. Build a gallery and plaza at the original lynching site for commemorative and cultural events.
4. Add new sidewalks to improve connectivity between existing recreational areas.
5. Introduce new community amenities, such as a grocery store, greenhouse, soccer fields, and swimming pools for more recreational and fresh food options.
10-15 YEAYS GOAL
1. Enhance the creek landscape with new pedestrian pathways to boost local engagement.
2. Promote economic development by planting peach trees and other edible plants.
3. Add commercial spaces and third places, like cafes and specialty restaurants, to offer more leisure options and improve residents' quality of life.
4. Build more commercial and residential buildings to create job opportunities for locals.
15-20 YEAYS GOAL
1. The completed creek landscape will attract visitors from the Beltline.
2. Introduce more affordable housing to combat gentrification.
3. Create multiple levels of public spaces and plazas for diverse recreational options.
4. Enhance the commercial ecosystem to meet local needs, provide jobs, and prepare for future visitors.
PLUG IN THE CANAL
This project explores the complex relationship between urban expansion and the natural environment in Bangkok, focusing on the coastal district of Bang Khun Thian. It examines how modernization and traditional ways of life clash in this rapidly urbanizing, vulnerable deltaic landscape.
Central to the project is the "Water Web," a concept that reimagines Bang Khun Thian's historic canals as vital infrastructure for managing tidal changes. By controlling tides, the Water Web aims to protect the district from rising sea levels, fostering urban resilience. This resilience goes beyond physical barriers, emphasizing the preservation of local traditions and cultural practices that have long been intertwined with the natural environment.
The Water Web also aims to purify water, crucial in a landscape increasingly threatened by pollution. The project presents alternative urban expansion paths, addressing the tension between shrimp farming a legacy industry and speculative real estate developments encroaching on the area. It acknowledges the importance of both economic activities and the ecological value of preserving mangrove forests vital to the region's health.
Ultimately, the project envisions a sustainable future for Bang Khun Thian, balancing modernity and tradition, economic growth, and ecological preservation, while ensuring that the community remains connected to its cultural roots.
Urban Extend—Lifestyle Change
Tree Canopy—Extreme Heat
Mobility—Disconnect Water—Flooding/ Tidal Change
Year 0
The deteriorated seasonally flooded area.
Year 1
Reclaim the Shrimp farm area and plant the mangrove.
Year 2
According to flooding season, seasonally flooded forest were stimilated trees, ground covers and shrubs will recovery.
Year 5
Waiting for the mangroves to take shape and form a wetland park.
ONE PLANET LIVING COMMUNITY
Chicago has been a center of architectural innovation for more than a century, and as a result, it has produced many influential architects and urban designers. The city's rich architectural history can be traced back to the late 19th century when renowned architects like Louis Sullivan and Daniel Burnham left their mark on the skyline with iconic buildings such as the Auditorium Building and the Monadnock Building.
In recent years, Chicago has continued to embrace its reputation as an architectural hub by fostering sustainable design practices. With an increasing focus on environmental consciousness, architects in Chicago are incorporating green building techniques into their designs. From LEED-certified skyscrapers that utilize energy-efficient systems to adaptive reuse projects that repurpose existing structures, sustainability is becoming an integral part of Chicago's architectural landscape.
Looking ahead, there is great optimism that Chicago will continue leading the nation in architectural and urban design in the era of sustainability. As technology advances and new materials become available, architects will have even more tools at their disposal to create innovative structures that minimize environmental impact while enhancing functionality.
In conclusion, Chicago's legacy as a center for architectural innovation remains strong today due to its historical significance coupled with its dedication towards sustainable design principles. With each passing year bringing new advancements in technology and increased awareness about environmental responsibility; it is evident that this vibrant city will continue shaping our built environment for generations to come.
Sustainable Community
Chicago, United Stated
Instructor：John Hoal Fall 2023
Individual Work
Introduction
Statement
The program is at the forefront of setting a global precedent in urbanism, deeply rooted in the site's historical essence. With a clear mission to achieve a district with zero Carbon impact, it is dedicated to creating 'One Planet Neighborhoods' in Chicago, harmonizing urban living with our planet's sustainability goals. This endeavor is not just about transforming our neighborhoods, but about leading the world with innovative ideas, continuing Chicago's legacy of transformational urbanism, and shaping the future of how we live in harmony with our environment.
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