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I NTERI OR DESI GN& LANDSCAPI NG
MARI AM YUSUF RAJKOTWALA
Interior Designing & Landscaping Student
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Singapore Email: mariamyusuf5253@gmail.com Phone: +65 92430644 Nationality: Singaporean Languages: English, Gujarati, Urdu Student Member of Singapore Interior Design Society
A student who wants to create meaningful, sustainable, enriching, and enjoyable places. I believe Landscape Architecture is the future for the built environment while effortlessly blending nature and I am eager to be a part of this community. Interior Design Intern BLINK Design Group 2020 September - 2021 July Responsibilities: Assist in space planning for hotel projects Created and updated working CAD drawings for projects Produce Photoshop renderings (Elevations and Plans) Researched, selected, and specified fabrics, finishes, and materials Prepare control sample boards for Client, Contractor, and Office Organize supplier/vendors meetings and manage the material library. Diploma in Interior Designing & Landscaping Building Construction Authority Academy, Singapore
Completed a 3 years course in Al-JameaTus-Saifiyah, India
I believe in working hard and have been consistent with a GPA higher than 3.5 every semester.
Software Skills
Personal Skills
East Spring Secondary School
Autodesk AutoCAD
Autodesk Revit
SketchUp
Autodesk 3dsMAX
Adobe Photoshop
Microsoft Office
Communication Teamwork & Leadership
Planning & Organization Quick Learner
CONTENTS
TABLE OF
Mariam Yusuf Rajkotwala
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LEISURE CONTAINER HOTEL - WILDMOON
RETAIL FLAGSHIP STORE - ASOS
COMMERCIAL OFFICE - DBS HEADQUARTERS
PUBLIC GREEN SPACE SIGLAP LINEAR PARK - CUBEsquare
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PRE-DESIGN
Easy access to different modes of transport Great view of the Singapore Skyline Located in the City Area
WILDMOON
Leisure Design I Container Hotel
Near: Stadium MRT, Singapore Sports Hub, Kallang Wave Mall
The challenge for this project was to redesign 12 recycled shipping containers into a hotel that would attract younger generations and would create a buzz on social media. To design the Reception, Lobby & Waiting Area, Restaurant and Guestrooms. Design considerations and provisions were to provided for different types of guests (Toursits, Business Travelers, Gez Z & Green Travelers) within one type of proposed floor plan for the guestroom.
'Stay wild, moon child' //Wildmoon is a representation of unique individuals following their own path and intuition with love for nature.
Location: Tanjong Rhu Promenade Guest Profile: Tourists, Business Travelers, Gen Z Travelers, Green Travelers Restaurant: Bee's Knees
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SITE ANALYSIS
CLIENT PROFILE
Pre-Design
MOOD BOARD & RESEARCH
SPACE PLANNING
FF&E SELECTION
Design
DESIGN & RENDERING
DESIGN
Floor Plans
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1.Entrance to Wildmoon 2.Reception Counter 3.Luggage Room 4.Self Check-in Kiosks 5.Waiting Area 6.Entrance towards lift lobby 7.Restaurant 8.Buffet Counter 9.Bar Table 10.Entrance to Restaurant 11.Kitchen 12.Washroom 13.Handicapped Washroom 14.Lift Lobby
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1st Storey Floor Plan (Reception,Waiting Area, Restaurant) Scale: NTS
1.Entrance to Guestroom 2.Bathroom 3.Bathtub 4.Wardrobe & Storage 5.Lounge Area 6.Study Desk 7.Resting Area
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DESIGN Reception & Waiting Area
The Reception Area welcomes guests into the Container Hotel, Wildmoon. It includes a custom made reception desk made of a recycled wooden log suspended from the ceiling and luggage storage area behind it enclosed with a sliding door. 3 self check in kiosk have been provided, keeping in mind about the ever changing digital needs of the 21st century and to provide an efficient experience. A Waiting Area has also been provided with different types of seating using colours and materials that connect back to nature.
Restaurant & Buffet Area
The double volumetric space Restaurant, Bee's Knees can be accessed from the Waiting Area as well as the entrance that has been provided for it. Following the Wildmoon concept, sustainable materials have been used and hints of hexagons will be seen throughout this area with calming colours. For visual interest, a hexagon grid with hanging plants have been used with pendent lights and splattered hexagon cement effect tiles. Banquet seating, bar counter and dining tables have been provided along with the buffet counter.
DESIGN Guestroom
FF&E
CS989PVT TOTO - NEOREST AH Hybrid Ecology System - Water Saving
Skim - Recessed Luminaries (ERCO) Used in the Lobby Good price performance
LW645JN TOTO - Console Washbasin
Pollux - Luminaries for Track (ERCO) Used in the Restaurant High visual comfort Includes LED Spotlight
PAY1525VCDB TOTO Freestanding Acrylic Bathtub
TBW05401A TOTO - Z Shower Series
Starpoint Recessed Spotlight (ERCO) Used in the Guestroom 6 different lights available
Lightcast - Recessed Luminaries (ERCO) Used in the Guestroom Good performance High visual comfort
Group/Individual: Individual Project The Guestroom is made for 2 people in 1 shipping container with a full height window at the end overlooking the Promenade. Modern and contemporary with an open concept bathroom and wardrobe which is made out of recycled wood. A sleek study table with a lounge area has also been provided following the monochromatic theme suitable for any and everyone. Hints of Wildmoon and the Container Hotel logo (hexagons) can be found in the space.
Programes Used: AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, Microsoft Office
Walkthrough Video
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PRE-DESIGN
Retail Design I Flagship Store
Human traffic flow towards Pavilion: BCAA bus stop Drop-off point at Block B Drop-off point at Block H
ASOS
The challenge for this project was to design a store for the given brand and to incorporate modern technology features within the given space. We were allowed to pick our customer profile and select any three items or more that we would like to display and sell from the brand. The criteria given was to have display features, 1 check out counter, a stockroom, and two fitting rooms along with a waiting area.
'Express your personality & make waves in your career' //My concept for this retail store was to target working women and allow them to be confident, proud, and feel like themselves. All while bringing their A-Game to work, creating a difference, and making waves.
Location: Braddell Road, BCA Academy Pavillion Target Market: 20-35 year old women in the workforce Apparel: Dresses, Suits, Blouses, Shirts, Trousers Accessories: Sunglasses, Footwear, Handbags
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 DESIGN BRIEF
SITE ANALYSIS
CLIENT PROFILE
Pre-Design
MOOD BOARD & RESEARCH
SPACE PLANNING
FF&E SELECTION
Design
DESIGN & RENDERING
DESIGN 1
Floor Plans
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1.Entrance to ASOS Store 2.Window Display 3.Sunglasses Display 4.Interactive Mirror 5.Clothing Display 6.Fitting Room 7.Seating Area 8.Product Display 9.Cashier Counter 10.Fitting Room 11.Waiting Area 12.Stockroom
Flooring: Grey Concrete & White Brushed Concrete
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Flooring for Platform: Rose Gold Vinyl
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Cashier: Textured Dark Green & Rose Gold Foil Laminate
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Display: White Polished Concrete & Green Marble
9 Wall Panels: MDF with Grey spray paint
10 Fabrics: Curtains & Sofas
10 Retail Floor Plan Scale: NTS
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DESIGN Entrance & Main Aisle
Clothing & Product Display
The concept of the store is to play with the word 'waves ' and to create a space that has the same dept as the ocean does. The different types of curves found in the design also signify the brands' inclusive identity.
The clothing racks are on platforms on both sides of the store and display the collection ASOS has to offer. For accessories to be displayed, freestanding curved shaped blocks of different heights have been used.
Upon entering the store, clothing racks and product displays can be found on the two platforms.
This creates asymmetry is the display, drawing the customer's attention. Based on studies, when people look at symmetrical and balanced objects, their gaze moves away quickly because it seems to be normal; asymmetrical or unbalanced displays are thus 'abnormal' and are more interesting to the eye.
The main aisle also leads towards the back of the store where the cashier counter, fitting rooms, and stockroom can be found. Along the aisle, seating areas can be found nestled into the curves.
DESIGN Fitting Rooms & Waiting Area
FF&E
Optec Basic - Luminaries for Track (ERCO) To emphasis products in the window display and on shelves.
LightStrip Plus APR ext (Phillips) To provide sufficient lighting through out the store. (Placed between the wave ceiling feature)
Floor Washlights XS (ERCO) Used at the edge of the two platforms to highlight circulation path.
Interactive Mirrors Found in the store & fitting rooms
Group/Individual: Individual Project Programes Used: AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, Microsoft Office All three fitting rooms have interactive mirrors that will give customers options to style their selected clothing, upload pictures on their social media instantaneously, and to interact with the staff without having to leave the fitting room.
Walkthrough Video
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PRE-DESIGN
BCA Academy Tower Block Access by lift Void area with glass roof
DBS HEADQUARTERS
Commercial Design I
The challenge for this project was to design an office fit out based on the floor plan given for one of DBS Banks' department. A Singaporean multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Marina Bay Financial Centre Towers. My office design is for the Group Legal, Compliance and Secretariat Department.
Hexagons are believed to connect universal coherence //Structurally stable figures - Representing what a law department should be; unwavering, powerful & ready to face situations. //Equilateral, symmetrical form while still possessing angles; humanly relatable touch. //Use of logo colour throughout the office
Location: Braddell Road, BCA Academy Tower Block, Level 9 Client: Group Legal, Compliance and Secretariat Department.
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 DESIGN BRIEF
SITE ANALYSIS
CLIENT PROFILE
Pre-Design
MOOD BOARD & RESEARCH
SPACE PLANNING
FF&E SELECTION
Design
DESIGN & RENDERING
DESIGN
Floor Plan 11
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1.Reception & Waiting Area 2.Informal Meeting Area 3.Game Room 4.Meeting Rooms 5.Collaboration Area 6.Breakout Area 7.Managers' Office 8.Conference Room 9.Directors' Room 10.Workstations 11.Printing Room
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Flooring: Laminate
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10 Flooring: Carpet Tiles
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Walls: Hexagons & Cement Effect Tiles
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Fabrics: Seating
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Wall Panels: Plasterboard
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Commercial - DBS Floor Plan Scale: NTS
DESIGN
Partition Plan
Reflected Ceiling Plan
DESIGN Reception & Waiting Area
Informal Meeting Area
The Reception is the most important part of the office as it will make a lasting impression on potential clients, business assocaites and motivates the employees.
The Informal Meeting Area is meant to serve the purpose of quick discussions or non-private meetings of employees when they meet current or potential clients.
It also send an important message about the department and reflects the concept and aesthetics.
The wooden settee with which has plants hanging from above frames the window for optimal use of natural light. Movable tables and chairs have also been provided.
The desk is placed on a raised platform with a feature wall behind it. Stone effect tiles along with wooden hexagon frames and potted plants to create an interasting visual effect.
DESIGN Game Room
Conference & Meeting Rooms
A Game Room in the office has proved to enhance interpersonal relationships, communication and bonding within a team.
The Conference Room is in the 'Back of House' for employees and managers to hold staff meetings and discuss business related things.
It encourages employees to interact beyond work-related issues and facilitates positive communication and vibes among the office staff.
The Meetings Rooms can be found in the 'Front of House' for easy access for clients and scheduled appointments for the busy law department.
The Game Room has board games, a pool table, and electronic gaming.
All 3 rooms have suitable tables and comfortable seating for meetings, as well as storage solutions have been provided for stowing away materials without having to clutter tables.
DESIGN Collaboration Area
Breakout Room
This area is great for hosting collaborative meetings with colleagues from other departments or just relishing an evening with coworkers.
A Breakout Space in the workplace encourages positive interaction at work such as friendly chit-chat over coffee or having lunch together in this area.
The skylight coming through, along with the different shades and textures of maroon fabrics makes the interior inviting and cozy.
The space is large enough with a bar table provided for the law department to host social events or team building activites.
It includes a hot desk and low seating area divided with a whiteboard and semiopen booths. This zone has been treated for interaction and collaboration for DBS to come up all of it's good ideas.
DESIGN Directors Room
The Director and Manager's rooms are made of glass walls that contribute to the interactive aspect of the office layout.
Workstations
The Office's Work Zone include open & collaborative workstations for employees along with some private workstations. Keeping in mind that it's a Law Department and there will be private and confidential items that some employees might be handling, thus cubicles and adjustable ergonomic stations have been provided.
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PRE-DESIGN
Symbol
CUBEsquare
Location Description Canal
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Public Green Spaces I Designing for People
HDB E
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Schools
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Private Residential
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East Coast Park
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The task was to design a Canal Linear Park for the given site while keeping in mind the spatial quality, functionality, practicality, and the relationship between the design area and its surrounding areas.
Site Area
An overall landscape plan was to be designed followed by developing one detailed area. Construction documents were required with specifics in the form of materials, planting plans, and green mark elements. Requirements to be met: Minimum of 60% greenery Fitness Area Open Plaza Outdoor seating for a minimum of 5 persons Play Area
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Canal - 20.5m wide
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View from Bicycle Path
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View from Bicycle Path of CHIJ
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View of Bridges
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View of Canal from Bridge
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View of HDB from pathway
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View of Canal from pathway
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View of Bicycle path from opposite
Location: Siglap Park Connector towards East Coast Park Location Users: Residents (Elderly, Adults, Children), Fitness Enthusiasts, Students
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 DESIGN BRIEF
SITE ANALYSIS
CLIENT PROFILE
Pre-Design
MOOD BOARD & RESEARCH
SPACE PLANNING
DESIGN & RENDERING
Design
LANDSCAPE
PRE-DESIGN
Location Users: Residents (Elderly,Adults,Children) Fitness Enthusiasts Students
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Site Overview Legend Symbol
Existing Trees Legend
Man-made Features Sheltered Seating Area
Location Description Canal Planting Media PCN & Bicycle Path Sheltered Seating Fitness Area Bridge Play Area/Socializing Area
Picture
Symbol
20000
Healthy
Fitness Area with equipment
Samanea saman
1200
12000
20000
Healthy
Plumeria obtusa
500
5000
7000
Healthy
Lamp-posts (Each post is placed at an interval of 6.4m)
Magnolia alba
500
6000
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Healthy
Cynometra ramiflora
500
3000
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Healthy
Drainage (Each drain is placed at an interval of 3.2m)
Circulation Legend Description
Peak Time
Users
Pedestrian - Main
8am-10am 5pm-9pm
-Residents -Fitness Enthusiasts
Pedestrian Secondary
7am-8am 3pm-5pm
-Residents -Students
Peak Hours 8am-9am 5pm-9pm
Fitness Enthusiasts exercising
7am-9am 5pm-7pm
Vehicles passing by
Spread(mm) Condition
15000
Pedestrians passing by
Children/Residents at Play Area
OH(mm)
1200
Local Sounds Noise Density
Girth(mm)
Terminalia calamansanai
Symbol Sources of Sounds
Botanical Name
4pm-6pm 8am-10am 1pm-3pm 5pm-9pm
DESIGN
This Canal Linear Park is designed keeping all age groups in mind and is inspired by the colourful small dots that make up a digital image display, I have created a space with landscape features, playscape features for children, leisure facilities for adults and used the same design language across the linear park. While each of the pixels has its own function and characteristic could be read as an independent entity. But, the different combination of these pixels generates a hyper-stimulating hardscape of leisure activities.
DESIGN
Keeping in mind the surroundings, the end-user, and circulation The main pixel in the center is a perfect 12 m x 12 m turf area while all the other pixels scattered around are 4 m x 4 m, the minimum amount of space for a small group to gather.
conversation pit, amphitheater, and play/obstacle structure. The checkered plaza has been developed in a multilevel way, providing an interesting artificial topography growing in height leading to a strategically placed umbrella on a platform.
This play area is equipped with lounge resting areas, picnic areas with seats and tables, seating box structures to provide shadow,
Surrounded by pixels of greenery as a solution to provide privacy and safety confining the playscape.
DESIGN
SECTION VIEWS
DESIGN
DIMENSIONS PLAN
DESIGN
MATERIAL PLAN
DESIGN
PLANTING PLAN
DESIGN
PLANTING PALETTE
DESIGN
GREENMARK ELEMENTS
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