Lian Ren
ACADEMIC Underwater Pier
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The Core
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Thermal Workshop
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Q & A Library
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The Sway
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The Flow
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PROFESSIONAL
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OTHER
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Underwater Pier Brooklyn, New York City
The East River has played an important economic and industrial role in the past. As our relationship to it is changing we need to raise a greater awareness of its ecology. Because of contamination, the river has always been seen as a threat to the human body and people are always kept away from activities that engage the river. Located at the original Pier 4 that was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy, this new underwater pier offers both researchers and the public an opportunity to explore and inhabit the underwater world of East River.
Critic: Adam Frampton
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High Tide
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Low Tide
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High Tide
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Low Tide
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The pier explores a new form of research facility with educational purposes. By locating it under water, a new typology and hybrid is established between the two modes of generating scientific knowledge: field research and lab reseach. The water, flowing within glass walls, separates the research space and public space, also forming an aquarium for the public. The large central volume serves as a learning space, and the three separated volumes with more dense plans are dedicated for scientific research.
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High Tide
Inside the public volume, at high tide water falls down through a slot in the roof to create “curtains� that define smaller zones for quiet study. The sound of the waterfall, as a type of white noise, becomes an acoustic barrier that encourages focused learning.
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Low Tide
At low tide, these curtains disappear and the central space is enlarged to allow for fluid free movement that encourages communication and knowledge sharing. Therefore, the program and the vibe of the space change around every six hours based on the tidal fluctuation of East River.
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The project addresses collectivity in two aspects. First, it connects the scientific research with the public by on-site learning and direct communication. Second, In this pier the scientists and researchers are in greater contact with the natural world and their object of study. The interior spatial change directly responds to the change of the environment, which establishes a more intimate relationship between human and nature. This underwater pier becomes a heterotopia where different spaces and different life forms coexist.
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The Core Bronx, New York City
The design of this housing complex explores the possibiliy to live in various cores in order to maximize density and light. Packing the amenities and programs into the dense cores allows the living space to be more free and dynamic. Each floor becomes more porious as it goes up.
Critic: Eric Bunge Partner: Shuo Yang
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Via Verde Analysis
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Site Analysis
The study of human activities and building typology through a comparison of Bronx site and Via Verde precedent.
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Compact 2 bedroom:8%
2 bedroom:10%
3 bedroom:10% Storage Space per Unit
Compact 2 bedroom:13%
2 bedroom:11%
3 bedroom:11% Bed Footprint per Unit
The study of bed and storage space through the precedent study of Celosia in Madrid.
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Unit Model of Celosia
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Model Iterations
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All of the cores provide structural support for all the floor slabs. The public cores are located in the center of each block to connect all the unit cores on the four sides. All the unit cores are very densely placed near the perimeter to allow for more sunlight and cross ventilation.
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Plan Matrix
Arranging most of the programs into vertical cores provides an opportunity to have the freedom for the perimeter, both for the building and for the units. As the level goes up, the voids in the floor changes to allow light to come into the public area.
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Sixth Floor Plan (West Block)
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Second Floor Plan (West Block)
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Cross Section
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Thermal Workshop Red Hook, New York City
Red Hook is transforming into a local art-hub that embraces artists and craftmen into the community The design of this art institution focuses on the issue of environmental efficiency by studying the energy flow through art-related activities. Heat, as an energy form, is produced and wasted most of the time in the art production process conventionally. By developing three different enclosure types, this building collects and reuses the surplus heat produced by artistic processes, which, as a paradox, allows the interior to have a constant exchange with the exterior.
Critic: Marc Tsurumaki
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Model Iterations
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Site Axon
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Heat Diagram
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The Heat Wall - Provide mechanical space for equipment such as kilns, furnaces and ovens - Generate and transfer heat
The Storage Wall - Provide space for storage and display of artwork - form working tables and benches
The Fabric Wall - Provide ventilation for shop area - create an ambiguous boundary between inside and outside
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Glass Blowing
Ceramics
Interior Workshop Exterior Workshop Public Courtyard
Metal Working
Program Layout
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Ground Level
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Upper Level
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Q & A Library Brooklyn, New York City
The Question & Answer Library is a service-based knowledge exchange center in Downtown Brooklyn. This library builds on a crowd-sourcing concept where the community is encouraged to learn from each other. Experts of various subject matter within the community serve as the “librarians� to any sector of public interested in learning about a particular subject matter.
Critic: Erica Goetz
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Study of Vertical Structure
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The building is composed of double-height, long-span structural walls that span the whole site. The walls stack, intersect and interlock to form the interior spaces of the library. Circular openings are formed at the intersections. In section, these openings are extruded to form spiral stairs that connect platforms of service and served and provide internal openness within the density of spaces.
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2nd Level
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3rd Level
4th Level
5th Level
The pattern of spaces in plan resembles a skewed checkerboard with alternating servant and served spaces. Interaction between these two user types, which is constantly changing depending on who is occupying the building, happens across the walls.
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Each wall is composed of steel shelves that form the structural web and store the books. Windows in these walls create spaces of exchange between the experts and the public. Through the repositioning of users and who and where the knowledge is stored and shared, the building becomes a dynamic fixture in the community which may continue to be inhabited in new ways.
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The Sway East River, New York City
Water has great therapeutic attributes. Together with the surrounding landscape and the city skyline, a bath-house offers people a moment to escape the urban environment and to relax, meditate, and re-energize. A public bath offers an opportunity for people in New York City to inhabit the water.
Critic: Karla Rothstein
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Model Experimentation on Transformable Structures 59
Plan (without Current)
Plan (with Current)
The system is composed of filtered pools, transformable enclosures, floating platforms and paths. The pools function as collective spaces for outdoor activities. The shelters are enclosed spaces for private indoor activities. Anchored to the shoreline, the pier network sways with the fluctuations of tide and currents.
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Modules
The shelters have 4 sizes and multiple states, forming intimate space for private meditation, changing facilities, lockers, and large social space for group events.
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The Flow Queens, New York City
“Flow� is a theatre and micro-brewery located at Flushing, Queens. Structurally, moment frames define the fluid nature of the spaces. Visual and physical connections are established between layers of programs, from street to tasting room to brewery to courtard. Opennable facade along Myrtle Street invites people into the building. The heritage of the area is celebrated by exposing the brewing process.
Critics: Clementina Ruggieri (Architecture) Jason Stone (Structure) Junko Nakagawa (MEP) Tom Reiner (Envelope) Partners: Yunyue Chen, Laura Lee, Jiexi Qi
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Design and Consulta 521 WEST 111TH ST NEW YORK, NY, 10025 tel +1 9179165250 www.cqlr.com
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FLOW: Ridgewood and Micro Brewey
55-27 Myrtle Ave, Flushin
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FLOW: Ridgewood Theatre and Micro Brewey 55-27 Myrtle Ave, Flushing, NY 11385
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FLOW: Ridgewood Theatre and Micro Brewey
55-27 Myrtle Ave, Flushing, NY 11385
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Arch Plan - 2nd Floor 3/32" = 1'
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Drawing Co A series of sustainable strategies are incorporated into the Drawing Code Sheet Title building, such as bioswale in the courtyard, water filtration and reuse, PV panels and heat recovery. Passive strategies FLOW: Ridgewood Sustainabi are centered around the courtyard to allow natural light and Micro Brewey Diagram 55-27 Myrtle Ave, Flushin and cross ventilation.
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521 WEST 111TH ST NEW YORK, NY, 10025 tel +1 9179165250 www.cqlr.com
Design and Consultant Group
521 WEST 111TH ST NEW YORK, NY, 10025 tel +1 9179165250 www.cqlr.com
CD
Construction Document
11/29/16
DD
Design Development
10/25/16
FLOW: Ridgewood Theatre and Micro Brewey 55-27 Myrtle Ave, Flushing, NY 11385
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16001
20161122 Wall Section yc
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PROFESSIONAL WORK
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Competition Entry for URA “Forgotten Spaces” Ideas for Public Spaces Awarded EHKA STUDIO
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Tulip Garden Pool + Pavilion Asia Pacific International Property Awards - Best Leisure Architecture (Singapore) EHKA STUDIO
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Cambodia Tower EHKA STUDIO
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Cambodia Villa EHKA STUDIO
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NYC Retail Store ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH OFFICE
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Paris Showroom ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH OFFICE
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OTHER WORK
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Tile Design and Casting
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Flat Pack Instructor: Jeffery S. Poss, FAIA Partner: Grace Soejanto University of Illinois Student Sustainable Farm
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Flat-Pack is a customized funiture set for a classroom space at the University Student Sustainable Farm. The tables nd benches are designed to be easily and intuitively assembled and disassembled without any adhesives, relying completely on a mortise-and-tenon construction method. The proposal adds the playfulness to the space and adapts to different needs and uses of the room.
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The prototype explores the capabilities of a simple material (plywood) combined with CNC milling technology. The optimization within the process allows for two furniture sets to be cut from three standard 4x8’ sheets of plywood, one set at adult scale and one at children scale.
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The design also features a large storage wall on the north side of the classroom, constructed of wooden 2x4’s and white pegboard, in which the Flat-Pack can be stored and displayed on.
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EDUCATION Columbia University - Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation
2015.09 - 2018.05
Master of Architecture
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign - School of Architecture Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies with High Honors Study Abroad - Escola Tècnica Superior d’Arquitectura del Vallès (ETSAV), Spain
2011.08 - 2015.05 2014.09 - 2015.05
EXPERIENCE Architecture Research Office, New York - Architectural Intern . worked on DD and drafted CD sets of a retail project in New York City . worked on concept design of a showroom in Paris, France . worked on physical modeling of a residential project in New York State . studied and designed a series of 3D patterns for a residential project in Florida
2017.06 - 2017.08
EHKA Studio Architecture + Interiors, Singapore - Architectural Intern . worked on concept design and SD for a residential villa in Cambodia . worked on competition entry for URA's "Forgotten Spaces - Ideas for Public Spaces" . attended regular site meetings and recorded construction progress for Tulip Garden Pool
2015.06 - 2015.08
. worked on SD of a residential tower in Cambodia . worked on SD and DD phases of Tulip Garden Pool in a residential complex . worked on concept design, SD, DD and CD phases of a pavilion for the pool
2014.06 - 2014.08
University of Illinois Sustainable Student Farm, Illinois - Furniture Design
2014.01 - 2014.05
. worked on concept design and prototypes of flexible furniture set for both adults and children . constructed two sets of tables and benches at real scale using CNC milling method . worked on the construction of a cabinet wall for the furniture pieces to be hung on
SKILLS Software AutoCAD | Rhino | Revit | SketchUp | V-Ray | Grasshopper | Adobe Creative Suite | Microsoft Office Suite
Hands-On Laser Cutting | Woodworking | Concrete Casting | Soldering | Rubber Mold Making
Language Chinese (native) | English (proficient)
AWARDS & HONORS Edward C. Earl Prize - Honorable Mention
2014.05
awarded for design excellence in undergraduate studio "Architecture and the City"
Edward C. Earl Prize - First Place
2013.12
awarded for design excellence in undergraduate studio "Architecture and the Landscape"
James M. White Memorial Prize
2013.12
Charles Clemens Councell Memorial Scholarship
2013.12
awarded for merit in building technology studies awarded for high academic achievement by the Director of Architecture
University James Scholar
all semesters in undergraduate program
REFERENCES Stephen Cassell, AIA, LEED AP | Principal, Architecture Research Office | scassell@aro.net | 212.675.1870 Eric Bunge, AIA | Principal, nARCHITECTS | GSAPP | eric.bunge@narchitects.com | 718.260.0845 Adam Frampton | Principal, Only If | GSAPP | asf@only-if.org | 212.216.0999
2011 - 2015