Kun Chen Selected Works 2015-2023
Kun Chen chency0071@gmail.com +44 7895331361 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kun-chen-31114b196/ Flat 1, Cityscape Apartments, 43 Heneage Street, E1 5LJ, London
Profile
Skills
Dynamic and innovative Architectural Designer with four years of comprehensive experience in the field, having worked on projects of varying scales, from intimate residential designs to expansive commercial developments. Equipped with a robust portfolio that demonstrates expertise in all phases of architectural design — from initial concept development to detailed planning and execution.
3D modelling Houdini Maya Cinema4D Unity
Education Architectural Design, MArch - Distiinction The Bartlett school of Architecture, UCL, London
Rhino
2D
09, 2022 - 09, 2023
Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1) 09, 2015 - 06, 2018 Welsh school of Architecture, Cardiff University, Cardiff
AutoCAD Revit Photoshop Illustrator Indesign Visualization
Employment Architect NATURALBUILD, Shanghai
UE 5
10, 2018 - 08, 2022
Engaged in all stages (Stage 1 to Stage 5) of planning for the winery, accompanying hotel, and the entire 50,000-square-meter campus, featuring 10,000 square meters of floor space. Led the design and implementation of two hospitality projects with a floor area of 6,000 square metres. Managed and participated in Stage 3 and Stage 4 of three projects, involving the preparation and submission of planning applications, as well as the submission of comprehensive design and technical drawings to local construction administration authorities. Coordinated on-site construction with the construction team on the winery project and maintained daily records. Led the interior design of two projects, involving an 8,000 sqm winery and a 1,000 sqm villa.
Architectural Intern One Design Inclusions, Shanghai
07, 2017 - 09, 2017
Produced digital and physical conceptual models. Performed research for senior architects on specifications, materials, building codes. Provided clerical and administrative support to senior architects.
Enscape After Effects Keyshot Premiere Other
Microsoft Office
Languages English
Fluent
Chinese
Native
Deutsch
Beginnner
References Richard Beckett UCL, London richard.beckett@ucl.ac.uk
Award Gold Prize, Architectural Design The Bartlett school of Architecture, UCL
09, 2023
Finalist Culture Stations, Young Architects Competitions
12 , 2021
Chris Whiteside
UCL, London christopher.whiteside.20@ucl.ac.uk
Yanfei Shui NATURALBUILD, Shanghai yshui@natural-build.com
Table of Contents 2023
Academic(MArch)
BioColony
2022-2023
Equilux Estate
2018-2022
Yacht Club
2021-2022
Xi'an Grand Theatre
2022
Tianma Bar
2020-2021
Expo Garden Station
2018-2019
M house
2018
Civic Program
2017-2018
Boundries of Uncertainty
mixed-use complex
2022
Professional & Compeitition
winery and hospitality
2018
hospitality
2015
train station
interior design
residence
Academic(BSc)
social pavilion
Other
Industrial and hospitality
Personal
primary school
2017
Elan's drawing room visitor centre
2015-2016
Commercial Street
2021
The Living Tourism
2021
restaurant complex
cultural station
BioColony
Oct, 2022 - Sep, 2023 Academic work (Group work)
RC7, AD, UCL Tutors: Richard Beckett, Chris Whiteside BioColony explores architecture as an assembly of biologically active materials, matters and spatial ecologies curating live-workgardening typologies as a series of entanglements of species, genes and timescales. The project develops a design methodology using ML models trained on environmental data sets and a proposed platform tool that enables site specific environmental information to be embedded into any given structure, thus optimising building mass and form for maximal growth of natural diversity. Taxonomies of ecological parts are assembled using environmentally driven ML models to imagine how buildings as ‘biocolonies’ can serve as an ecosystem service for health. Group leader to coordinate team member's work.
rendering: aerial view (after 40 years)
Developed the environmental-driven Massing Methodology using Houdini and Grasshopper. Establish the workflow of Machine Learning generation plane and conduct model training. Developed fabrication methodology and led the production of 1:1 prototype. Conceptual design, Interior design, UI design, graphic design.
Ageing Phnomenon
Produced animation with Keyshot, Video presentation edting and voice over with Adobe Effects and Premiere Pro
Award: Gold Prize https://bpro2023.bartlettarchucl.com/rc7unruly-assemblies/biocolony
interior renderings
rendering: courtyard
The ancient temples were covered with microorganisms as time passed by. The diversity of microbiome associated with the plant can promote human health according to the new theory called MIGI (microbiome-inspired-greeninfrastructure). One simple example for that is the prevalence of asthma is higher in the urban area.
[Multi-user Platform]
[Ageing Massing] In the MIGI theory, one suggestion is to create a healthier environment, which requires the collaboration of multidisciplinary experts. Therefore, our initial idea is to propose a platform that enables different users to work together and bring the new building typology including living-workinggardening in a mixed-use complex. This multi-user platform includes different types of users. The platform will help users to develop this new environmentally-symbiotic buildings through the inbuilt machine learning and analytical processes.
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We aim to design the building's ageing process to promote human health from the beginning of massing.
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During the massing process, we ran a series of environmental simulations to identify areas with greater potential for ageing. In these area create a microorganismfriendly environment by designing the fabricated components using low-pH concrete cement called GGBS. Additionally, we sculptured the building's form according to the wind simulation to capture more windborne seeds.
[MIGI movement-Environmental Simulation] The phase of the urban environment analysis, it follows MIGI's theory that the ideal site is located downwind of the green area in the city. We did the wind simulation by setting up particles in grasshopper, this process will tell the user where the airborne microbiome goes when the dominent winds pass by.
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The ageing logic is defined by both the sun path and wind direction in Houdini. Southwest *MIGI
Microbiome-Inspired Green Infrastructure (MIGI) is an integrative system defined as a nature-centric infrastructure designed and managed to enhance health-promoting interactions between humans and environmental microbiomes.
//STEP 1
//STEP 2
import OSM data collect buildings' information
set the site boundry& lot subdivision
//STEP 3 embed site information, generate initial massing options
//STEP 4
//STEP 5
environmental optimization sunlight calculation 1
create courtyard, introduce more sunlight into the massing
Wind particle impact intensity Weak
//STEP 6
Mild
environmental optimization optimize the massing volume through sunlight
//STEP 7 environmental optimization wind simulation, create caves to catch the seeds
//STEP 8 generate final result
simulation process in Grasshopper
Steps for massing generation in Houdini
wind simulation in Houdini
Strong
[Plan genertation]
[physical model]
Tools: Houdini environmental simulation Program: Living/Working/Shared space
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Tools: Grasshopper
combine the programme division plan living
working
Subdividing functional areas Infill the program typology
cropped plan
Tools: Stable Diffusion (Deep Learning) plan with furnishing
shared space
connect all the pieces
Tools：Houdini/Grasshopper Program: productive greenery/core/circulation
productive growth
productive greenery
core
circulation
living
working
shared space
circulation
core
final plan
Workflow for plan generation
3d print model
Our platform can also help the designer to generate the plan in their design process as guidance. Our workflow began with the selection of the growth area in Houdini, using sunlight analysis. Subsequently, we utilized Grasshopper and machine learning (ML) for multiple tasks: creating the functional layout of the floor plan, identifying the primary circulation areas, infilling the plan with furnishings. Throughout our exploration, we systematically considered various ML tools, including Pix2Pix and Lora. Ultimately, we decided to adopt DreamBooth from Stable Diffusion as our initial training model.
datasets for model training
training results
1:1 Prototype and fabrication process
Equilux Estate Dec, 2018 - Aug, 2022 Practice work
Team Role: Designer - Project Designer Status: Under construction Location: Shandong , China Involving stage: stage 1 - stage 5 Winery Floor Area: 13500 sqm Hotel Floor Area: 5700 sqm Campus Area: 8.7 hectares
Winery exterior view: from the -1F
Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements. Executed design tasks involving 3D modeling with Rhino, creating drawings in AutoCAD. Liaised with stakeholders and clients to review renderings, materials, and samples, ensuring that quality standards met project requirements. Provided on-site interface with the construction team and maintained daily records.
Landscape
exterior view: from the vineyard
exterior view: back view
Coordinated with landscape design professionals to maintain uniformity in campus design concepts. Planned campus functions, pathway design, and various structures, including campus gates and an amphitheater. Supervised and directed site topographic adjustments and the transplantation of trees and grasses during construction.
Hotel Served as the design leader for the hotel segment. Consulted with clients to establish functional and spatial requirements. Executed design tasks involving 3D modeling with Rhino, creating drawings in AutoCAD. Prepared the set of drawings and documents required to comply with the statutory process.
masterplan of the estate
interior view: production area
physical model photo
exterior view
interior view
The site features a mountainous landscape. The winery is located on one of the hilltops between the valleys. The form of the winery echoes the landscape and has been transformed into a solid and stable volume. It was to define a landmark for this area which have several wineries around. The central axis of the winery faces to the famous mountain in this area.
-1F floor plan
section (original 1:50)
detail drawing (original 1:20)
Exhibition&Experience Circulation Production Storage Assist
GF floor plan
functional diagram
exterior view: entrance
section (original 1:50) interior rendering: lobby
污水处理
污水处理
污水处理
section (original 1:100)
deformation joint
section (original 1:20)
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interior view
S4 S3 S2 S1
construction diagram
sandwich insulation concrete
ventilation diagram
interior view: fermentation area
rendering: production area
interio viewr: production area
interior rendering: fermentation area
section (original 1:20)
landscape design sketches
exterior view from the vineyard
exterior view: outdoor theatre
exterior view
physical model photo
hotel site plan
landscape plan
plan: outdoor theatre
rendering: aerial view
GF, -1F floor plan
interior rendering
exterior view: outdoor theatre
elevation
detail drawing (original 1:20)
Yacht Club
Oct, 2020 - Feb, 2021 Practice work Program：warehouse, club, guest rrom, retail Status: Under construction Location: Qinghuang island , China Involving stage: stage 3- stage 4 Floor Area: 5629 sqm
Developed architectural and engineering technical designs. Coordinated the design team's building systems information.
elevation view
Prepared the set of drawings and documents required to comply with the statutory process.
Ground floor view
Rendering (sea level, club interior, exterior)
under construction photos
exterior rendering (day and night)
exterior rendering: plaza
masterplan
section drawing (original 1:50)
detail drawing (guest room-original 1:20)
structural diagram GF floor plan
study model photo
elevation
detail drawing (guest room-original 1:10)
physical model photo
Xi'an Grand Theatre Apr, 2022 - Jun, 2022 Practice work
Program：theatre, auditoriums, concert hall, outdoor theatre Status: design phase Location: Shannxi Province , China Involving stage: stage 2- stage 3 Floor Area: 20000 sqm
Conducted feasibility studies on mechnical and material . Developed interior spatial concept designs.
interior rendering: opera house
modified plan (before & after)
Created and modified 3D models and renderings using Rhino and Enscape.
lighting bar lighting bar spot light room sound column room sound bridge sound column room
sectional diagram
axo diagram
geometric diagram
lighting and acoustic diagram
sectional diagram
interior rendering: backstage
interior rendering: opera house
interior rendering: backstage
circulation and view points diagram
interior rendering: lobby
performence space public area service & office
plan of philharmonic hall
GF floor plan 音乐厅几何关系
台上机械 台上机械 开关柜室 开关柜室 面光桥 光面桥
面光桥 光面桥
投影室 投影室
灯光控制 灯光控制
声 声 学 学 透 明 明 墙 墙
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lighting and acoustic diagram 未 来 之 瞳 艺 术 中 心 室 内 与 室 外 剧 场 概 念 设 计 I N T E R I O R & A M P H I T H E AT R E C O N C E P T UA L D E S I G N O F T H E F U T U R E E Y E
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interior rendering: experimental theatre
The experimental theatre and the rehearsal room are equipped with more flexible facilities to support different scenarios.
interior rendering: philharmonic hall
design iterations
interior rendering: reheasral room
sectional diagram
Commmercial Street July, 2020 - Oct, 2020 Practice work
Program：restaurant, retail, outdoor plaza, lighting installation Status: Under construction Location: Hebei Province , China Involving stage: stage 3 - stage 4 Floor Area: 3000 sqm
Developed architectural and engineering technical design.
interior rendering: rendering
Coordinated design team building systems information. Created, modified 3D model and 2d drawings in AutoCAD, Rhino and Enscape. Liasesd with manufacturers and integrate with subcontractor to coordinate and align building systems. Prepared the set of drawings and documents required to fulfill the statutory process. exterior rendering: outdoor plaza
exterior rendering: pavilon The subtraction of the circle on the plan is to create public space for the neighbourhood.
masterplan
GF floor plan
detail drawing (original 1:20)
planning concept diagram
TianMa Bar
Sep, 2020 - Mar, 2021 Practice work Team Role: Project designer Program: bar, sauna, swimming pool Status: conceptual design Location: Hebei Province , China Involving stage: stage 1 - stage 3 Floor Area: 500 sqm conceptual sketches
Liaised with client to prepare project brief and project programme. Undertake feasibility studies and concept design. Created, modified 3D model and 2d drawings in AutoCAD, Rhino and Enscape. Communicate with structural consultants and manufacturers
conceptual model photo
interior rendering: bar area
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exterior rendering
interior rendering: sauna area
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15m
GF floor plan The entire bar is presented as a slope that rises gently from the ground, creating an inviting space that is easily accessible. The cave-like space featuring rock formations on the seaside, created using Voronoi patterns in Grasshopper.
exterior rendering: sea level view
Expo Garden Station Dec 2018 - Jan 2019 Practice work
Program: train station Status: completed Location: Jiangsu Province , China Involving stage: stage 1 - stage 3 Floor Area: 1150 sqm
exterior rendering
Undertake feasibility studies and concept design. Created, modified 3D model and 2d drawings in AutoCAD, Rhino and Enscape. Communicate with structural consultants and manufacturers
exterior view
physical model
plan (original 1:100) 17 18 13
1. 山体岩石 12
2. 市政管涵 3. 混凝土原浆研磨地面
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4. 现浇混凝土座椅 5. 小木纹现浇混凝土栏板
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6. 273mm直径空心结构钢柱 8
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7. 预埋PVC落水管
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8. PTFE膜材FGT250M 9. 直排LED灯带 10. 60mm直径圆管 11. 700x200mm工字钢主梁
exterior view
12. LED灯光标识系统 13. 60mm直径圆管 14. 镀锌膜压板 15. PTFE膜材FGT250M 7
16. 直排LED灯带 17. PTFE膜材FGT600
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18. 镀锌水槽
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1. Mountain rock 2. Municiple culvert
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3. Polished concrete finishing 4. Cast-in concrete bench 5. Wood-grained cast-in concrete barrier 6. 273mm diameter steel hollow column 7. Pre-embeded PVC downpipe 8. PTFE membrane FGT250M 9. LED strip lights 10. 60mm steel pipe
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11. 700x200mm steel I-Beam 12. LED light box VI system
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13. 60mm steel pipe 14. Zinc coat binder plate 15. PTFE membrane FGT250M 16. LED strip lights 17. PTFE membrane FGT600 18. Zinc coat gutter
detail section
exploded diagram
night view
exterior view
M House
Oct, 2018 - Dec, 2019 Practice work Team Role: Project Designer Status: Completion Location: Zhejiang Province, China Involving stage: stage 1 - stage 5 Floor Area: 400 sqm Consulted with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure. Created, modified 3D model and 2d drawings in AutoCAD and Rhino. Liaised with stakeholder and client to review rederings, materials and samples, ensuring quality standards met project needs.
aerial view
courtyard view
interior view
physical model
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newly built stone structure
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old stone structure
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GF floor plan
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sectional diagram
1F floor plan, 2F floor plan
The Living Tourism Sep, 2021
Compeitition Work Location: Elini, Sardnia Island, Italy collaborated with yungman Wong Elini's railway infrastructure, steeped in art and culture, provides a unique opportunity to create captivating travel experiences. Travelers can explore remote locations, savor scenic views, and appreciate avant-garde artworks while accompanied by the nostalgic sounds of old locomotives. This potential makes Sardinia an ideal candidate for a distinctive tourism model. Many small towns, like Elini. Our team is dedicated to preserving the local character and quality of life while promoting cultural tourism. We aim to integrate tourism into the island's broader development plan without overpowering the essence of Elini's way of life, a concept we call "Living Tourism." It places differenr programs at different points in the town and expand the network of the railway infrastructure, which can be copied to other similar towns on the island. Concept Design Created, modified 3D model in Rhino. Visulization work and diagram
Award: Finalist Mention www.youngarchitectscompetitions.com/ competition/culture-stations#winners.
Civic Program Sep, 2017 - Sep, 2018 Academic work
BSc, 3rd Year, Cardiff University Site: Cardiff, Wales Tutors: Tom Sykes, Alice Brownfield
This project in Cardiff proposes a lightweight, communitybased infrastructure system that challenges traditional building methods. The Civic Program fosters citizen collaboration by utilizing leftover urban spaces for construction. It focused on the spatial crisis in Cardiff. It's an open-source, participatory platform that empowers individuals to build structures that reflect their needs and character and utilize the left-over space in Cardiff. This design by research project draws inspiration from the spontaneous public life in Lisbon and seeks to replicate these qualities in Cardiff. It injects connective infrastructure into existing architecture, encouraging civic collaboration. The ultimate goal is to inspire people to construct their shared urban life and promote a new synergetic building system in Cardiff, fostering resilient citizenship.
study
space mechanism of common space in Lisbon
operated by the citizens
problem
new hybrid structure
new operating system
SOURCE & ORGANIZATION
DIGITAL PLATFORM
Digital Library
Communities Forum
CONSTRUCTION GUIDE
Track the Site
Boundries of Uncertainty Sep, 2017 - Sep, 2018 Academic work
BSc, 2rd Year, Cardiff University Site: Pontypridd, Wales, UK Tutors: Zoë Quick
The design for a Pontypridd primary school, accommodating 150-200 students, is a unique project. It not only provides teaching space but also considers its central location alongside the town's busiest street, integrating with public life. The concept revolves around breaking traditional boundaries, encouraging interaction with the urban context to provide a more interesting learning environement for the children.
interior rendering / section
interior rendering
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office space closed to the west, provide pricavy and limit noise on the street level
conceptual model
heat convention
Rather than a closed-off structure, it promotes exploration in both education and daily life. The design focuses on two key qualities of the boundary: flexibility to accommodate various circulations and events, and the creation of uncertainty and ambiguity in relationships like public-private, interiorexterior, and centralizationdecentralization within Pontypridd's spatial organization.
light is diffused from the courtyard vegetation and trees.
environmental section
Elan's Drawing room Sep, 2015 - June, 2016 Academic work
BSc, 1st Year, Cardiff University Site: Elan Valley, Wales Tutors: David
In the Northern Brecon Beacons, a project aims to create an enclosed visitor centre in the picturesque Elan Valley. This space is meant for habitation, offering a unique experience that transcends daily life, preserving memories of the land's geological and historical changes. It acts as a communal "drawing room" welcome both travelers and locals. Additionally, the Elan Valley's recognition as an International Dark Sky Park in 2015 will be integrated into the building, providing a stargazing space.
Woodland House Nov, 2023 Personal work
Architectural Visulization The project visualizes a woodland house, focusing on the changing light and shadow from dawn to dusk. It includes detailed renderings of both interior and exterior designs, highlighting the house's integration with its forest environment.
Full video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Os2rwIdqmD4
exterior rendering
interior rendering
interior rendering
exterior rendering
interior rendering