PORTFOLIO LAURA LAPADAT
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Curriculum Vitae Year 1
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A temporary structure for Southbank An archive for Camden’s Architect’s Department
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In Residence
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Year 3
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House of the Visiting Professor
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Professional work
L A U R A L A PA D A T
Architectural assistant Project A
Cluj Napoca, Romania (June 2013)
35 Dukes House, Vincent Street, SW1P 4HN, London, UK +44 (0)787 430 7677 llauralapadat@yahoo.com
• Undertook design research through to concept design and 3D modelling in SketchUp of a school playground
Student Ambassador
Profile I learn by looking around me and find inspiration in films, theatres, words and nature. As a curious individual, I have always been committed to a continuous process of researching and learning about several different disciplines. I aspire to apply this knowledge to build an environment that makes communities thrive.
Kingston School of Art London (September 2016 – June 2018) • Developed strong communication skills whilst meeting applicants and giving tours around the university • Enhanced problem solving and team working skills by organizing Open days with students from different courses within the university
Volunteer Habitat for Humanity Cluj Napoca, Romania (September 2014 – May 2015)
Education
• Initiated and coordinated fundraising events which helped me develop my organization and time keeping skills • Gained an appreciation of the tectonics of a building by working on the construction site of a family house
BA(Hons) Architecture
Architectural assistant
London (September 2015 – July 2018) Classification: Upper Second Class
Cluj Napoca, Romania (June 2012)
Kingston School of Art
• Completed a range of studio projects including residential buildings, exhibition spaces and temporary structures through which I have gained an insight into tectonics, urban planning, the UK Building Regulations and Sustainable guidelines. • Dissertation title: ‘A pilgrimage through St. Peter’s Church’ (St. Peter’s Church, Sigurd Lewerentz)
Transylvania College
Cluj-Napoca, Romania (September 2011 – June 2015) A Levels: Art&Design (A), Physics (B), Mathematics (B) ; IELTS: 7.5 9 IGCSE’s at A*-B including Maths and Physics
Experience Part I Architectural assistant Sheppard Robson
London, United Kingdom (October 2018 - Present)
Arhimar • Gained an insight into Romanian planning and legislation by completing planning applications
Skills Model making Hand Drawing Photography Microsoft Office InDesign CC Illustrator CC Photoshop CC
SketchUp Vectorworks Revit AutoCAD Microstation
Interests Engaging in creative and thought-provoking cultural events and exhibitions, such as the Venice Biennale, or lectures is something that further nurtures my interest for design and inspire me daily. I enjoy documenting ideas and places through photography and sketching. Using cycling, running and yoga as a means of relaxation.
• Developed design iterations using Microstation, Revit and
SketchUp of a residential masterplan in Slough • Coordinated and developed internal layouts and elevations to brick dimensions, whilst gaining an understanding of the Building Regulations • Worked on a wide range of housing typologies from low rise to high rise courtyard buildings which gave me an understanding of scale and planning insight
References Alex Gore Architect Pricegore a.gore@kingston.ac.uk +44(0) 7862254395
Anna Shapiro Associate Partner Sheppard Robson anna.shapiro@sheppardrobson.com +44(0) 7870260155
A temporary structure for Southbank - National Theatre A series of temporary wooden structures were explored along Southbank and the National Theatre. The first project of the semester was based on one of the top balconies of the National Theatre and explored ideas drawn from characters in ‘Our Country’s God’ theatre play. The second project was set to replace the Shed by Haworth Tompkins next to the theatre. The proposed structure is a circus/ performance space for trapeze and rope performers. Drawing inspiration from precedent studies such as St Lazare Circus, Hoxton Music Hall and primary research at the National Centre for Circus Arts allowed me to explore how both the performers and performance spaces work together. The wooden structure allows for a play of geometries, creating a stage for both the performer and the audience. Similar to circus tents, a translucent tensile membrane covers the wooden structure and so light can be used to enhance the performances.
Temporary performance space for trapeze / rope performers at the National Centre for Circus Arts 4
Performance space iteration
National Theatre
Precedent Study: St. Lazare Circus 1:50 Sectional Model
1:1 Group project A small theatre installed on campus
1-50 model of proposed performance space
Temporary structure for the National Theatre
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Branch Hill Estate An archive for Camden’s Architect’s Department The site, based on the grounds of the Grade II listed Branch Hill Estate was designed and built in the 1970’s by Benson & Forsyth for the Camden’s Architect’s Department. Precedent and primary research of buildings such as Isokon Building by Wells Coates, Cite Manifeste by Lacaton & Vassal and Accordia housing development provided a comprehensive study of social housing in and out of London. The archive would have to accommodate a cafe, store, deposit, an exhibition space as well as services such as toilets and a kitchen. A lightweight top accommodates a social hub, where temporary artwork can be exhibited. The more private archive, as well as services, are integrated into the solid concrete base of the proposal which sits within the sloping landscape of the site. A platform, forms an extension to the existing public footpaths within the development and marks the entrance into the building.
Proposed archive
Pencil and charcoal on paper
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Langen Foundation, Tadao Ando
1:50 Model of proposed Archive
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In Residence Halls of Residence for Porto School of Architecture The existing buildings of the Porto School of Architecture are set on a terraced site high above the Duoro River. Adjacent to the rusticated stone wall of the estate, the new faculty buildings stretch out along two vertices of the triangular site, enclosing between them a courtyard and central meeting space. Across the courtyard on the southern side are four individual studio towers, with heights and facade configurations conforming to the variations of the programme and surroundings. The proposed halls of residence would accommodate 80 units for both staff and students, as well as common rooms, a general shop, a student bar, an exhibition space and study rooms. Based around a courtyard, the plan is divided between public, shared and private spaces, through height variations and room orientation. The accommodation wing, and tallest element of the building, has southern facing rooms, which also allows for views towards the city. The lower elements are open and face into the courtyard.
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Longitudinal section and elevation 1/200 at A1 Kingston University London Laura Lapadat Studio 2.4
1-200 MDF model of proposed Halls of Residence
Material study Acrylic on canvas
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House of the Visiting Professor - Kingston School of Art This project was set to explore the formal, spatial and social aspects of architecture through the design of a university building. This will offer a public forum for the Kingston School of Art whilst also providing accommodation for visiting professors and guest lecturers. The life of the building will be both ceremonial and everyday. The site is based in the close proximity of the university, on a small island, and the urban figure of the building is crafted to relate to the particular characteristics of the island site between the existing faculty buildings, student housing, private homes and commercial buildings. The idea of a dwelling was explored through literature and film as well as a study of some of the Modernist housing masterpieces such as Villa Beer, Villa Tugendhat and Joze Plecnik’s architecture. The project developed in line with ongoing precedent research and existing site conditions. The proposed building sits on a plinth which becomes an island in itself, with an open plan centred around a small courtyard. An organic landscape at the front of the building integrates both bridges for public access as well as an open social space for the community.
House of the Visiting Professor 1:200 card model
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Existing site showing Middle Mill Halls of Residence
The two existing buildings on the island, which are the Stanley Pickler Gallery and part of Middle Mill Halls of Residence will be absorbed in the new proposal. All the land taken away from the island is used to build the proposed landscape. Group site model 1-200 white card
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Proposal drawing based on Villa Karma by Adolf Loos Precedent study Villa Beer, Josef Frank
Field trip Illustrative sketch section of Joze Plecnik’s fish market in Ljubljana Field trip Villa Beer, Josef Frank
Precedent study Villa Beer, Josef Frank
Interior perspective of entrance hall Villa Beer, Josef Frank
Field trip Villa Tugendhat, Mies van der Rohe
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Several entrance strategies and stair configurations were tested throughout the year in the form of collages, sketches, plans or models. Adolphe Appia’s stage set designs as well as Court Gardener’s House translation informed the idea of creating a ceremonial entrance through a stacked landscape.
1-200 iteration model in context
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Section b-b Section b-b
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Lower ground floor plan in context Accommodates public spaces such as a library, study room and an art gallery These spaces, embedded in the plinth of the proposed building have a raw quality, with Hogsmill River flooding the gallery and courtyard at times
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Upper ground floor plan in context Accommodates the entrance lobby, cloakrooms and more vibrant public spaces such as a dining room, a bar arranged in an open plan around the courtyard A versatile space where students can run fashion shows or events
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First floor plan in context Accommodates the professor’s and guest lecturer’s rooms as well as a private kitchenette and dining space
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West elevation
South elevation
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East elevation
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1:200 Proposed card model in context
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1-20 Section and bay study
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F Thermal envelope Thermal breaks occur on the first floor where there is an external balcony. The space not highlighted in the lower ground floor plan represents an external covered space and a courtyard.
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A1 Building envelope - Exterior to interior 11mm renderboard with rough white stucco finish fixed to 30mmx50mm wood battens using screw fixings 200X200 mm H-steel frame filled with 180mm Polyisocyanurate rigid thermal insulation 92 mm Polyisocyanurate rigid thermal insulation 30x50 mm wood battens 11mm plasterboard with smooth white stucco finish
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A2 Building envelope - Exterior to interior 400 mm board marked reinforced concrete cast with plywood sheets (This ground floor space will be open to the exterior, hence no insulation will be added)
B1 Ground build-up - Interior to exterior 200 mm in situ polished concrete slab poured to falls (allowing water to drain) 400 mm ground base in situ concrete 300x600mm reinforced concrete footing with bored piles through soft soil(clay) until they reach the bedrock substrate 850 mm compacted gravel soft soil (clay) bedrock substrate
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B2 Ground build-up - River - Top to bottom Hogsmill river (average level: 0.05-0.29m ; high level: 0.90m ) Chalk soil Soft soil (clay) Bedrock substrate
C1 Floor build-up - First floor - top to bottom 40mm screed with underfloor heating pipes 60mm polyester acoustic insulation 200mm in situ concrete slab sitting on top of shear concrete walls below 200mm cavity for services (lightning) 30mm double line plasterboard hold by suspension rods with smooth white stucco finish
C2 Floor build-up - Second floor - top to bottom 40mm screed with underfloor heating pipes 55mm in situ concrete slab poured onto steel decking 200X200mm H-steel beam bolted to a perpendicular beam at both ends 90mm ployester acoustic insulation 200mm cavity for services such as lighting, ventilation and smoke detectors 30mm double line plasterboard hold by suspension rods with smooth white stucco finish A protruding balcony will create a special thermal break condition.
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D Roof build-up - top to bottom Damp proof membrane 80mm scored insulation in situ concrete slab poured to falls onto steel decking 200mm I-steel beam bolted to a H-shaped perpendicular beam at both ends 200mm cavity for services such as lighting, ventilation and smoke detectors 30mm double line plasterboard hold by suspension rods with smooth white stucco finish
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E1 Openings Full height (3.2m) sliding window with trickle vent integrated in the aluminium frame A soffit into the external concrete wall allows the window to sit flush into the floor
E2 cast in situ arched opening fixed steel gate bolted to the wall
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F Thermal envelope - see attached drawing
G Integration of services Horizontal services will be placed in the cavity of the ceiling of each floor These will include ventilation ducts, lightning, fire detectors. The building will be heated using underfloor heating pipes embedded in the screed of each floor, except the ground floor which will not be heated as it is an open space. Structure will be exposed on the ground floor as shear in situ concrete walls, whilst the steel structure sitting on top of it will be concealed.
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Whilst the ground floor exposes the materials used (in situ concrete) the second floor contrasts this rough texture with a white render. From afar, the white block, which is the second floor, appears to be floating due to the full height glazing that wraps around the first floor. The columns holding the second floor up will be 200x200 H-steel columns H-shaped columns cladded in a circular aluminium sheet.
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Horlicks Factory - a residential led masterplan The site for this residential masterplan is set in Slough, on a 4.95 ha site, which is the Horlicks factory site. The strategic brief for the Horlicks Factory project is to create a new urban neighbourhood of circa 1,000 residential homes (circa 800 homes new build and circa 200 homes in the existing factory building redevelopment). A small amount of non-residential uses are proposed to support the neighbourhood including resident’s amenities and a new nursery. The project has a proposed mix of home sizes (studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed apartments and 3-bed multi-level houses), houses and tenures (20% affordable and 80% private). Most buildings on site use traditional brick construction and are differentiated through different brick colours and tones as well as patterns. Materiality for the section below is shown for the phase 1 buildings, whilst the rest of the site is part of an outline application.
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Design study of the James Horlick building
Design studies of Barley Muse 19
Design studies of Engineering/Workshop Mews
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Elevation of the Warehouse (left) next to the Horlicks Factory (right)
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