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ROME Museo della Citta p. 34 University of Waterloo, Rome Studio
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SPEYER Haus U p. 16 Schwesinger Architekten Haus S p. 22 Schwesinger Architekten p. 48 Haus L Schwesinger Architekten
TORONTO Resilient House Sustainable.TO
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Tower House MJ | Architecture
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WATERLOO Umayyad Mosque University of Waterloo
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Village at Dreki University of Waterloo
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OnTheLine p. 54 DATAlab | Waterloo Architecture Lived Worked Studied Visited
Umayyad Mosque Model for Cultural History, taught by Tammy Gaber
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This model was built for a cultural history course on the foundation of Europe. Recreating significant buildings from all three major religions at the time, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, at 1:100 allowed us, as a class to compare these spaces. The act of building the model was a way to better understand the architecture of sacred spaces, while the research necessary to create it gave us a better understanding of the significance of the site and its development over time. The challenge was to portray several layers of history in a single model, rather than focusing on just one moment in time. In the case of the Umayyad Mosque, we chose to use plexiglass to represent the cathedral which previously occupied the site. Built in collaboration with Kate Holbrook-Smith, Joel Piecowye, Alex Robinson, and Alex Willms.
previous page: facade of the prayer hall with one of the minarets in the foreground
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the model opens along a section cut in the middle
interior of the prayer hall showing the shrine of John the Baptist
Village at Dreki Studio coordinated by Andrew Levitt
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Inspired by the settlements of nomadic people around the world, and by the colourful villages that dot Iceland, this hiking lodge aims to turn the scattering of buildings already existing at Dreki into a community by strategically placing the new program between the existing. Adding additional accommodations, a communal lodge, spa facilities, seasonal washrooms for campers, and staff residences, this proposal meets a pressing need for larger facilities on the site. In doing so, it creates a welcoming community for travellers in the vastness of Iceland’s interior. In order to protect the delicate landscape of the Icelandic highlands, every effort was made to reduce the environmental impact of the community. The proposed village takes advantage of the abundance of easily accessional geothermal heat through the use of hot mineral water from a geothermal well to service the pool and the radiant heating. The buildings are small and well insulated, with operable triple glazed argon filled windows and a high efficiency heat recovery ventilation system. As there is a limited supply of fresh water, rainwater is collected from all roofs using surface tension to guide the water into hidden gutters. The water is then stored in a large cistern, and grey water is reused in the composting toilets, or treated using a living machine bio-filtration system.
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top: site plan with shading study, NTS. bottom: view from the mountain trail
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view from the lodge
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Standing seam zinc panels Metal furring channels Breathable waterproof membrane (tar paper) 1/4� plywood sheathing 38x89mm wood strapping, 400mm o.c. allow for ventilation. 38x286mm wood joists with 250mm mineral wool semi-rigid insulation infill, cut to fit Blueskin air & vapour barrier, fully adhered, seams taped Wood decking (38x140mm), structurally screwed to glulam members for buckling support Expose glulam members capped with wood Air & vapour barrier continuous Drip edge
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Standing seam zinc panels Metal furring channels 38x184mm wood strapping, nailed through to structure 200mm extruded polystyrene rigid insulation Blueskin air & vapour barrier, fully adhered, seams taped Wood decking (38x140mm), structurally screwed to glulam members for
Polished concrete floor slab, 200mm, reinforced with wire mesh to minimize cracking Blueskin air & vapour barrier, fully adhered, seams taped 150mm extruded polystyrene rigid insulation Clean gravel bed (200mm typical)
Continuous bench provides space for utilities Air and vapour barriers overlap
Painted wood cladding 38x38mm wood strapping, nailed through to structure 200mm extruded polystyrene rigid insulation Blueskin air & vapour barrier, fully adhered, seams taped 1/2� plywood sheathing 140mm stud wall Interior finish, painted gypsum board
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top: typical building section, 1:50 bottom: site section, NTS.
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seasonal building: camping washrooms are unheated, and will be drained and closed down in winter
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greenhouse located on south side of building
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top: water treatment diagram bottom: heating and sustainable systems diagram
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approaching from the east
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This project transforms a single-family home into a loft-style apartment on the ground floor with a separate office space on the second floor. The existing stair was blocked off and a new entrance created for the second floor, allowing the office space to be leased without disturbing the owner. On the ground floor, several walls were removed and replaced with steel beams to open the living space. The former indoor pool was transformed into a sunken bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. Finally, the faรงade was refinished and all the windows were replaced. This project allowed me to experience first hand the challenges of working with an existing building. During my first internship at Schwesinger Architekten I helped finalize the design and worked on the construction drawings, as well as tenders. When I returned, the construction was in process and I helped with construction administration, including regular site visits and meeting with both the client and contractors.
previous page: living room
top: original living room bottom: future open concept living/dinning room during construction
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±7,84 m Alle Masse sind vor der Ausführung von der ausführenden Firma zu prüfen und bei Unstimmigkeiten mit dem Planverfasser zu klären. Alle Fensterhöhen (UK Fenstersturz) sind pro Geschoss auf ein einheitliches Maß zu bringen!
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Architekt: SCHWESINGER ARCHITEKTEN Hockeimerstrasse 27 68804 Altlussheim T. +49 (0) 6205 208 17 98 F. +49 (0) 6205 208 17 99 info@schwesingerarchitekten.de www.schwesingerarchitekten.de
Bauherren: Alenica Ullrich Lina-Sommer-Strasse 41 67346 Speyer
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Alenica Ullrich Lina-Sommer-Strasse 41 67346 Speyer
top: building section, 1:100 (originally at 1:50) bottom: front elevation, 1:100 (originally at 1:50)
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Dateiname: Datum: Ansicht_ Ost_M1_50.mcd 16.08.2012 Alle Maße sind am Bau zu prüfen. geändert: 18.09.2012
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future master bedroom during construction
haus s with SCHWESINGER ARCHITEKTEN
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Designed as an addition to the existing home on the property, this house can also function as a standalone home. The design developed out of several constraints presented by the site. For example, the elongated, triangular plan ensures that both homes have a view of the garden. The entrance is raised to the level of the existing house and is used by both homes. Grade changes are used to define the rooms; as you move into the more private parts of the house, the floor level descends, ending with the living room opening directly into the garden. My tasks focused on creating three-dimensional models, both digital and physical, to help us understand the spatial qualities of the rooms and to develop the roof geometries.
previous page: 1:100 physical study model
1:100 physical study model
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resilient house with Sustainable.TO
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Winner of the Designing Recovery competition Resilient House proposes a low cost, sustainable design solution for rebuilding New York’s coastal communities, which are still recovering from the damage left by superstorm Sandy. The simple layout of Resilient House makes use of passive solar heat gain, while the carefully designed overhangs not only shade the house during warm summer months, but also create a sheltered transition space between the exterior and interior. In order to protect it from flooding, the entire house is raised on piers, increasing the durability of the building materials by allowing them dry and also reducing the site impact. The use of a simple ‘house shape’ helps Resilient House fit into the existing bungalow neighbourhood while still feeling modern. The south deck ensures that there is an adequate set-back from solar obstructions. This house has been built with support of the St Bernard Project and Make it Right.
previous page: view from the street
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exterior rendering
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Outdoor living space in the South side yard ensures adequate set-back from solar obstructions. It also activates the community by pulling life into the semiprivate side yards. Covered, outdoor spaces also create buffer zones before entering or exiting the home. The interior layout is organized around a light and exposure hierarchy. Private spaces (bedrooms & washrooms) are to the North where sun and openness are not required. Circulation occurs beneath the clerestory windows along the central spine of the building. It is open to all living spaces, which are naturally heated or ventilated depending on the season. Finally, an outdoor living space is bathed in sunlight for comfortable use no matter the season or time of day.
Concept Diagram
top: plan organizational diagram bottom: section diagram showing sunlight penetration
Museo della citta with Victor Cocuz Studio coordinated by Lorenzo Pignatti
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Challenged to design a museum which deals with all of Rome’s many faces and which contributes to the city today, we turned to the work of Italian photographer Marco Delogu’s images of Rome for inspiration. The building is located at the edges of a new piazza created to highlight two historical monuments on the site: the Porta San Paolo and the pyramid of Caius Cestius. The museum looks at how the layering of history, both physical and metaphorical, which characterizes Rome blurs our perception of the past. The permanent exhibition is organized in four themes: nature and landscape, history and mythology, urban form and architecture, and the human form. These are stacked vertically but, like everything in Rome, there is no clear division between them and so the circulation spirals up leading the visitor on a journey through the city and its past. Light and darkness are used, along with architectonic form to create a space of memory.
previous page: photograph of statues illustrates the core idea behind the design
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Nature & Landscape
top: sketches of the four main exhibition spaces
History & Mythology
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Forma Urbis & Architecture
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tower house with MJ | Architecture
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Located on an island close to the shore of one of the Great Lakes, this site is only accessible by boat, except in winter when the shallow water separating it from the mainland freezes, creating an ice road. The view played an important role in the design. The tower, with its rotating stairs, affords a series of ever-better views across the surrounding landscape, while still fitting seamless into the site thanks to the many tall trees around it. By separating the building into zones, this cottage is able to shut down to zero-energy consumption when not in use. For this project I assisted with the contract drawings, then produced a full set of presentation drawings to be used for publications and when applying for various awards.
previous page: view from the lake
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1. kitchen 2. seasonal living space 3. bathroom 4. boat storage 5. rolling deck 6. mechanical 7. screened porch 8. bedroom 9. mezzanine 10. peek-a-boo window 11. master bedroom 12. exterior stair to roof 13. rooftop patio 14. roof trellis
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A home for one person, this project presents an opportunity to explore unique programmatic relationships since the single inhabitant eliminates the need for many of the walls necessary in a traditional home. Driving factors behind the design included the height and roof requirements of the local building code and the client’s desire for a small elegant modern home. We kept the exterior simple and focused on the interior, using large sliding doors and a very open relationship between the first and second floor to create an exciting living space. I had the opportunity to work on this project from the very beginning, starting with the initial design concept. I developed a set of simple drawings including plans, a section, and an axonometric projection to effectively communicate the space. We then worked closely with the client to develop the design.
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Through an innovative use of mapping technology and social media, the OnTheLine exhibition created a transit-oriented cultural guide which connected transit riders with local arts, culture, architecture, heritage, commerce, recreation, and entertainment activities along one of the main transit routes in Waterloo Region, the 200 iXpress bus. The project presented a curated and centralized set of local cultural destinations and activities that have been assembled from a suite of local information resources such as Grand Social and Doors Open. At the same time, a more emergent set of destinations was be presented whereby the public was encouraged to submit their own entries to the list of destinations. This emerging data set contributed to a growing directory of local information, engaging a diverse range of participants as project collaborators and leading to a greater understanding of each neighbourhood along the route. The project consisted of both physical installations and digital interfaces, using bus shelters, buses, a centralized project display in downtown Kitchener, and an interactive website as vehicles for information transmission. The OnTheLine exhibition focused on 800 meter walking-sheds around each bus stop, highlighting the destinations within the targeted area, while supporting the shaping of a collective identity for Waterloo Region.
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top: screenshot of interactive map found on webpage bottom: information cards located in each bus to encourage public participation
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lea.koch@live.ca | 022 382 3586
Education 2010 – 2015 University of Waterloo Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Honours, Co-op • Graduated with distinction • Dean’s Honour Role, winter 2011 • Academic Exchange to the Czech Technical University in Prague, fall 2013 • Integrated Semester Abroad through the Waterloo Architecture Rome Program, fall 2014 2006 – 2010 Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School • Graduated from the Extended French program with honours
Work Experience Research and Design Assistant Mona El Khafif and Maya Przybylski, DATAlab | Waterloo Architecture Cambridge, Canada
May – October 2014
• Co-ordinated with representatives at the Region of Waterloo and Grand River Transit, and collected data on-site to ensure seamless installation. • Developed graphic identity for the exhibition, through colour schemes, icon language, and poster layout. • Oversaw design and production of on-site displays for bus shelters: ensured consistency between posters, proofed information, and ensured all deadlines were met. • Supervised exhibition construction team, providing a link to the design team. • Managed community outreach through a social media campaign to encourage community participation. Research Assistant John McMinn, Waterloo Architecture MJ Architecture, Toronto, Canada
February – April 2014
• Developed the design of an eco-community proposal that incorporated a micro hydro station, water reservoir, constructed wetland waste water treatment, and centralized wood gasification boiler. • Created diagrams for publication that effectively illustrated design strategies. • Researched, compared, and presented energy and water savings data achieved by using high performance appliances. • Conducted heat loss calculations and suggested sustainable methods for meeting heating needs using ground source heat pumps and wood gasification boilers. • Researched renewable energy production systems and their application in architectural design, consolidated the information, and formatted it for presentation to clients.
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Student Architect Sustainable.TO Toronto, Canada
May – August 2013
• Performed background research, developed design concepts, and produced final drawings and presentation panels for several competitions, including the winning entry for New York in the Designing Recovery competition. • Prepared drawing sets and applications for zoning and building permits. • Created presentation materials for client meetings, including renderings and interior finish boards. • Engaged in design charettes to develop concepts for various projects and competitions. • Participated in youth mentoring at the East Scarbourough Storefront, a community designed project. Architectural Assistant SCHWESINGER ARCHITEKTEN Speyer, Germany
January – April 2012 September – December 2012
• Conceptualized schematic designs for various single family homes and worked closely with clients to develop the designs. • Produced detailed construction drawings for the conversion of a single family home into a loft style apartment and open plan office space. • Assisted with construction administration, including tenders, site inspections, and meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors, for renovations and new constructions. • Prepared applications and drawings for building permit applications and revisions. • Built physical models for client presentations and working models used to further the design. • Created digital models and visualizations which effectively communicated design ideas.
Technical Skills • • • • • •
CAD programs: AutoCad, VectorWorks, Revit, Rhino, SketchUp Rendering: V-Ray for Rhino and SketchUp Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Lightroom) Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Laser cutting and 3D printing Hand drafting and model making
Languages English, German, French
Awards and Acknowledgment 2012 Great Mosque of Damascus model published in ArchNet-IJAR: International Journal of Architectural Research 2011 finalists, i3 Student Design Challenge 2010 Robert Kerr Scholarship 2010 Waterloo President’s Scholarship
Lea Koch lea.koch@live.ca • 022 382 3586