The University of Kent | Architecture - BA (Hons) - ARB/RIBA Part 1 Single Academic Work Sample
KATIE RAWCLIFFE
The University of Kent | BA (Hons) Single Project Work Sample: Architectural Design
SELECTED WORK by Katie Laura Rawcliffe Architectural Assistant (Part 1 RIBA) The University of Kent Previously gained experience with the award-winning PR Architecture, Harrow and RIBA chartered practice - del Renzio & del Renzio as part of the RIBA Student Mentoring Scheme. CONTACT k.rawcliffe15@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/katie-rawcliffe-021026190
Sept ‘10 - Jul ‘15
GCSE’s: Roundwood Park School, Harpenden
Sept ‘15 - Jul ‘17
AS/A Levels: Roundwood Park Sixth Form, Harpenden
Sept ‘17 - Jul ‘20
Architecture - BA (Hons) - ARB/RIBA Part 1: The University of Kent (KSAP). Final design modules studied include: collective dwelling adapt and extend
architectural design CONTENTS:
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Site axonometric
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Functionality and layout
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Masterplan
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Elevations: The Harvesting Centre
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The concept
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A ‘floating’ build
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Floor plans: The Harvesting Centre
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Constructional detailing
ALGA | SEAWEED HARVESTING CENTRE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN MARGATE, ENGLAND
Location: The Lido Complex, 1 Ethelbert Terrace, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 1RX. Beneath lies the grade II listed Victorian baths Client: Thanet District Council RIBA stages: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 Role on project: Develop a concept for a new model health and well-being centre for Margate and the wider Thanet area.
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ALGA | SEAWEED HARVESTING CENTRE MARGATE, ENGLAND
THE RATE OF UNEMPLOYMENT IN THE ISLE OF THANET IS BOTH HIGHER THAN THE
8.2% UNEMPLOYED AGED 18 – 24
AVERAGE FOR KENT AND HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL AVERAGE. FINDING A JOB IN MARGATE IS HARD. THE RATE OF INDIVIDUALS CLAIMING ANY BENEFIT IS MORE THAN 25% HIGHER THAN THE NATIONAL AVERAGE, SUGGESTING THAT MANY MAY BE UN-EMPLOYED OR ON A LOW SALARY.
In attempt to transform Margate’s and Cliftonville’s economic state, Thanet District Council has teamed up with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and
5.9% UNEMPLOYED AGED 25 – 49
Green Ocean farming to build a seaweed harvesting centre and a set of experimental and training laboratories. The centre will grow and harvest its own seaweed off the coast of the north sea. To train up a team of employees, it will run courses in how seaweed is collected and treated for cosmetic and medicinal use. Any products that are made in training will be sold to the public, boosting Margate's tourism sector.
4.0% UNEMPLOYED AGED 50 – 64
The given site is the disused Lido Complex off of Margate’s coastline. Beneath the site lies grade II listed Victorian baths. The Lido Complex, 1 Ethelbert Terrace, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 1RX. Inspiration: Haekles store and laboratory is located on the Margate beach front. It was founded in 2012 by Dom bridges, a filmmaker by trade and a coastal enthusiast by choice. The idea of the brand came from Bridges
trying to find a solution to one of Margate’s most prominent issues – the smell created by rotting seaweed on the beaches.
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FUNCTIONALITY AND LAYOUT The scheme consists of three buildings - each with different functions. The architectural intention of the scheme was to improve cliff-top (Ethelbert Terrace) to coast accessibility and connectivity. For private use (staff and trainees) the site is entered from Ethelbert Terrace over a walkon roof (3.1) via the laboratories (3.0). The building is currently a disused snooker hall that will be renovated with an additional top storey to make it accessible from road level. The harvesting centre (4.0) can be accessed from both the cliff-top (via bridge (1.7) and down the staired roof (4.1)) and the coastal walkway. The out-to-see classroom (6.0) is also accessed via bridge (4.2). (5.0) resembles an existing unused building, previously for the Grade II listed Victorian baths whose remains lay beneath the site. The structure is advantageous as it scales the entire cliff and therefore a suggested use could be for transportation of seaweed up the cliff. For public use, the site offers a through-flow for pedestrians taking the cliff-top walk. The outdoor space will be filled with wild grasslands (1.1) and ponds (1.2) to attract Brent Geese which will regulate the seaweed growth making it a pleasurable walk for visitors. The public may use the harvesting centre (4.0) and its connected walkways (1.7) for beach access, as a public realm and for sunset views. A public cafe is accessed by a walk-on green roof (2.1) and entered via (2.0).
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East facing elevation (side of harvesting centre)
North facing elevation (back of harvesting centre)
South facing elevation (front of harvesting centre)
West facing elevation (side of harvesting centre)
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THE CONCEPT The three tiered scheme was derived from a series of limitations which were encountered on site visits. Early analysis of the site highlighted the importance of a pedestrian through-way that allowed cliff-top walkers to have their route undisturbed. This naturally concurring flow is mapped (above). Additionally, the views from the residential properties on Ethelbert Terrace also had to be maintained, if not enhanced - so not to damage the areas tourist properties (below left). These restrictions produced an invisible, three-dimensional grid of area to and not-to build on.
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A ‘FLOATING’ BUILD As the only part of the scheme to be entirely built-from-new, the harvesting centre is located on the flooded existing lido pool on a series of thin pilotis to give the illusion of a ‘floating build’. Whilst making an obvious historical reference, the stagnant pool also allows for the local cultivation of algae. Pictured above is the south-facing drying room.
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Proposed Harvesting Centre: Roof plan
Proposed Construction Exploded Axonometric Proposed floor plan key: 1.
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10. Female w.c 11. Seaweed storage 12. Stairs down to existing basement 13. Walkway to pontoons 14. Lift shaft 15. Offices 16. Hot oven drying room 17. Species identification laboratory 18. Emergency and h+s equipment room 19. Kitchenette 20. Visitors balcony 14
Proposed Harvesting Centre: Ground floor plan
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11. Cavity 12. Plywood gutter 13. Attachment battens 14. Rigid insulation 15. Timber cladding 16. Sheathing
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SELECTED WORK by Katie Laura Rawcliffe Architectural Assistant (Part 1 RIBA) The University of Kent CONTACT k.rawcliffe15@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/katie-rawcliffe-021026190