Benchmark Portfolio, June 2021

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA P.2

BLOCKBRIDGING FEBRUARY ҁ MAY 2021 ACADEMIC, GROUP ONLINE STUDIO DUE TO COVIDҁ19

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FORMALITY SEPTEMBER ҁ DECEMBER 2020 ACADEMIC, GROUP ONLINE STUDIO DUE TO COVIDҁ19

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA҃CHAMPAIGN P.16

WORK + LIVE OCTORBER ҁ DECEMBER 2018 ACADEMIC, GROUP FIRST GROUP PROJECT, PART OF EXCHANGE PROGRAM AT UPCҁETSAV

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AUGUST ҁ DECEMBER 2020 ACADEMIC, INDIVIDUAL

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MARCH ҁ MAY 2019 ACADEMIC, INDIVIDUAL FIRST BUILDING PROJECT WITH SITE

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MICHAEL TING ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

BLOCKBRIDGING a hyper-connected transport infrastructure between city blocks In this architectural “fic on”, we are imagining blocks that are occupied by various grassroots organiza ons and create its own resources; and as each organiza on may focus on more specialized resources, an infrastructure is called for to equalize and more evenly distribute them amongst each other.

This transport infrastructure consists of a series of nodes, placed above the intersec ons of roads, that are connected via a series of walls. The nodes generate commonizable resources such as electricity or urban greenery, as well as distributes resources between previously commonized city blocks via a moving unit system hung beside the wall. The spaces within the walls themselves form a means of transport of people, as well as provides an extension of common spaces of the city blocks.

Design of bridges and nodes, and all images featured here were created by Michael Ting.

Overlaying addi ons to exis ng city blocks designed by Jiayao Zhao.

Team: Jiayao Zhao, Michael Ting So[ware: Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, V-ray

BLOCKBRIDGING UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

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BLOCKBRIDGING UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

BRIDGE SECTION

GARDENING MOVING UNIT

NODE SECTION

COMMUNITY KITCHEN MOVING UNIT

TEACHING MOVING UNIT

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NODES + BRIDGE CITY OVERLAY

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NODE EXPLODED ISOMETRIC

STATION NODE CONDITION CUTAWAY

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FORMALITY a geometric folly transformed into a new wing for PennMuseum The new paradigm: architectural hyperbole.

Architecture can o en seem imprac cal, and it may o en be difficult to see how it might be implemented into a built structure. Indeed, paper architecture relies heavily on the suspension of disbelief, the idea that certain aspects could be pushed aside for the sake of demonstra ng a set of ideas, not unlike the pieces presented a fashion show.

Therefore, the purpose of these exploits, whether they be programless or structureless, is to exercise a very specific pursuit; that of uniqueness, originality within the height of sophis ca on, as well as to fulfill any las ng desires that may not be otherwise achievable through a conven onal construc on.

The architectonic forms take precedent over circula on, program, or structural efficiency; thus, it best exists only on paper.

The architecture of the mes is that of a catwalk, where the exaggerated costumes parade in an exclusive view.

Team: Rhea Nayar, Caroline Petersen, Michael Ting So[ware: Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, Keyshot, Blender (Cycles/ Eevee), MeshLab, Sketchfab FORMALITY UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

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STUDY 3

COMBINED ITERATIONS

FINAL COMBINED ITERATION

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1. Line By Rhea Nayar 2. Point Cloud by Michael Ting 3. Contour by Caroline Petersen 4. Rendering by Michael Ting 11

1 - Geometric Folly

2 - Perspec val Reprojec on

3 - Trash Compactor

Atar ng from three different primeval models, the team first individually worked on developing the architectonic ideas, then incorporated elements of each line of progression into a final geometric folly. Formal aspects of the geometric folly created

by the group were then independently reinterpreted and reworked into the context of the project, which was to bridge between two wings of the exis ng PennMusuem.

4 - Conical Trunca on

5 - Projec on Trunca on

6 - Oblique Extension

7 - Derezzed Oblique

8 - Cleaned Oblique

9 - Hole Punching

10 - Blockified Trunca on

11 - Re-Trunca on

12 - Re-Curve + Re-Align

13 - Re-Align x 2

14 - Euclidian Re-Curve + Extension All images in this spread created by Michael Ting.

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FORMALITY UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

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WORK + LIVE a Residence with working space in Gràcia, Barcelona

Buildings are designed for people. As intellectually interes ng it may be to play with complex geometry, it is our experience in these designed spaces that gives the most meaning.

Architecture exists passively, enabling these events but do not, and cannot, take their place. As buildings are designed, they become the structure of human ac vity; they give people freedom of ac vity. Thus, architecture, in its most ideal state, is invisible.

The objec ve was to design a residen al unit with an a ached office space. I proposed to the team that a clear divide between the two differing spaces is essen al. The final design simply splits the plan into two dis nct masses connected by a bridge. My role was to design the floorplans first by hand and later electronically in Revit, as well as crea ng different possible furniture layouts. The team sketched itera ons of the facades, and ensured the building stood solidly and adhered to the localaesthe c. Together, we integrated the alterna ng balconies as well as the common ground floor plan into the design.

Team: William McNeil, Joshua Gradman, Michael Ting So[ware: Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop, Blender (Cycles) WORK + LIVE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANAҁCHAMPAIGN

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PUBLIC SPACES TERRACES

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Eleva ons and in macy diagram by William McNeil. Site Plan, GF Plan, and Unit Plan by William McNeil and Michael Ting. Alternate Floor Plans and Renderings by Michael Ting.

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OCULUS a bouঞque hotel for fastgrowing Champaign, IL By my undergraduate capstone project, I had since concluded that: Architecture is the intersubjecࢼve percepࢼon of order; Percieved and interpreted in the context of the zeitgeist; Expressed as a visual and experienࢼal logic of its own; and Condiࢼoned by human interacࢼon with such order.

I sum these conclusions into one project, in that: the plans appeal to the common sense of shape by appear as two masses (living and service), connected by floor plates; the yin-yang rela onship Champaign has with the University of Illinois is complimented with a neoclassical look; the various programs (spa, gym, etc. is unified by the dis nct forms despite differing func ons; the distribu on of func ons across the plans and ver cal circula on enable pleasant views and servicability.

Team: Individual So[ware: Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender (Eevee)

OCULUS UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANAҁCHAMPAIGN

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OPENMARKET a permanent market hall in Champaign, IL Architecture is a product of its me: a reflec on of the zeitgeist. Architects hence take from and follow the zeitgeist, but the products of their designs also contribute to its moulding.

Architecture is therefore an an cipatory proposal by the designer for how the future could, or should, be.

A visit quickly showed a rather dull, industrialized America that has few social hubs and a preference for carparks. The overall spread of the region almost certainly mandates vehicular commu ng, encouraging a ‘point A to point B’ experience. There was a dire need for a plaza and social hub.

Addi onally, downtown Champaign already had a strong music and arts scene, but not many established places to exhibit it. This new Market Hall could fill that gap.

The central atrium is much taller than the adjacent stall spaces, and swells to accommodate a variety of events. I realised that architecture is also perceived and interpreted in the context of, but also interacts with, the zeitgeist.

Team: Individual So[ware: Rhino, Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop, V-ray

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Split Bridge in Granollers a two-week, three member team project in Granollers, Spain

Steel Column

Team: Leila El Erian, Max Pozen.

Line Eleva on by Max Pozen.

Connec on details by Leila El Erian.

All other images here by Michael Ting.

Steel Column

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Base Plate Grout Packing

Holding Bolts Concrete Foundation

Foundation Connection Detail Scale: 1:10

Foundation Connection Section Scale: 1:10

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MISCELLANEOUS WORK

DIVERTED BRIDGE SECTION

acKNOWLEDGE an easily-constructed school, for a variety of sites; as an entry for the “Ideas Forward” 24-hour compeঞঞon (27th ed.)

acKNOWLEDGE

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1.4 Place the floor slab carefully into the now-solid frame. Find people adequately strong for this task. (floor slab x1)

Thank you for purchasing the acKNOWLEDGE Custom Building Kit Campus Edition; a customizable, modular approach for quick, academically suitable DIY buildings on any solid terrain, anywhere.

Our suggested layout sets the library as the focal point with the remaining blocks forming an open yard to allow transitioning between buildings.

CAMPUS SCHEME

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Computer Lab / Study

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3m Double mitred beam.......... x12 Moment joints ..............................x8 Leg rods and mount ....................x4 Concrete mixture .........................x1

Foundation Frame and Concrete Footing Floor slab Wall Panels and Frame Roof Panels and Frame

There are five types of interchangable panels that you may choose from. Please check that the types and amount you recieved with this package matches that of your order.

1.1 Screw in the bottommost frame of the unit, sans the concrete footing itself. (mitered beam x4, moment joints x4, leg rods x4)

We recommend using Curved Panel for all coverings and roofs to protect from the elements, as well as allowing some degree of sunlight into the structure.

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The offices have accordion blinds to allow much more airflow and view when opened. The connected classrooms have opaque walls and accordion panels as dividers which can combine the two spaces into one room when opened.

The lab/study is has some transluscent panels to strengthen the connection to the outside. The library is mostly accordion panels facing the campus to encourage openess and freedom of information.

The libary, as the stronghold of information, may also have a optional second level. In which case, we recommend curved panels on the sides to fill the space with soft light.

2.1 Screw in the vertical beams from the side and the top of the frame. (mitered beam x8, moment joints x4)

Library

Pieces Per Unit:

Suggested panel choices are also visible. The design takes advantage of the custom panels to allow optimal performance, as well as reminding the users of the outside and that knowledge comes not just by study, but by experience as well.

Of course, this is completely customizable and subject to the individual needs of the customer.

Plan for optional 2F for library; middle column has no floor slab to create a double-height space

2.2 You may now screw in the panels of your choosing. If you plan to put another unit immediately next to it, a panel may not be nessesary.

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1. Sliding Door Panel (Opaque) 2. “Accordion” Blinds Panel (Opaque, Collapsable) 3. Translucent Panel (50% Translucent) 4. Solid Panel (Opaque) 5. Curved Panel (30% Translucent)

1.2 (not pictured) Place the frame onto the location you wish to build on, and dig out an appropriate size for the feet of concrete foundation.

1.3 (not pictured) While making sure the frame is flat, suspend the frame into the holes for the concrete at an appropriate height, and fill with included concrete mixture. Wait a day for concrete to fully solidify.

acKNOWLEDGE CUSTOM BUILDING KIT

Your unit should now be complete. You may begin to use it at your leisure, or continue to build more units around it as to as to create a complete learning environment. For a school, please see the following planning recommendations:

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Individual submission. Submi ed in the format of an instruc on manual.

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Urbanizing Re-Planter a stackable, mycelium planter, loaded topologically on a truck for urban renewal; as part of the Schenk-Woodman compeঞঞon (2021)

Team: Jun Lee, Emily Shaw, Jiayao Zhao, Michael Ting. All images here by Michael Ting.

MISCELLANEOUS WORK

Lunawood Pavilion rendering of a viewing pavilion made of Lunawood products; as an entry for the Lunawood Urban Challenge

Individual submission. A rendering was the required sole deliverable.

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