Architecture, Summary of Undergraduate Degree

Academic Heaviness/Lightness Study

A Market Hall in Champaign

A Library In Sarria

Architecture is the intersubjec ve percep on of order, perceived and interpreted in the context of the zeitgeist, expressed as a visual and experien al logic of its own; and condi oned by human interac on with such order.

Working + Living Residen al

Capstone : A Hotel in Champaign

Personal Short Projects

Drawings

Photography

Michael Ting ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO

Heaviness ⁄ Lightness Study a lightness scheme applied to a 800-square foot dwelling.

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February - March 2018 (Year 2) Academic, first studio design project, individual Selected for exhib on in main architecture atrium

IDEA I start with the idea of architecture being the percepࢼon of order. We know this because we interpret order as a sign of intent.

Such order becomes meaningful to the viewer when we can come up with an explana on for the signs perceived. Everyone will interpret signs somewhat differently; however, as a composer of signs, architects can assert some control over the interpreta on by appealing to intersubjec ve elements.

LIGHT

In this materiality study, the prompt asked to invoke a feeling of “lightness”, within 800 square feet. I started by crea ng study models that followed an organiza onal principle or “spa al verb”.

Circular Loop + Array + Linear Scale + Align to Cardinal axes

Symmetrical Frame

A er picking the second model due to the clarity of structure and the imagery of wings in flight, I developed itera ons that could poten ally made into a dwelling. Keeping the core ideas (a repeated, bipedal, s cklike frame), I tried to translate the model into a dwelling.

+ Array + Align to Wave + Progressive Shorten

Flexible Sheet + Slit + Roll + Fold

I had the frame simply repeat rather than gradually change as the “wings” appeared to give more mass, along with the realiza on that the feeling of elegance also depends on the appearance of effortlessness, hence a much simpler design concept.

Rhombus + Truncate + Array

Cuboid + Trapezoidal Fracture + Longitudunal Shi

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Cast Columns + Fuzzy Emission + Juxtaposing Resize

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The structure was set on a 30-degree ramp to increase the li ing effect, and a semipermeable space within two slabs (totaling 800 square feet) was developed to allow mul ple points of observa on. The whole model was suspended off the ground, to amplify the li ing effect even more.

All these decisions were made by asking what people understand to be a lightlooking structure.

In designing this project with reference to the commonali es of understanding, I discovered that architecture is the intersubjecࢼve percepࢼon of order.

Above: Early itera on of the model. The top level was later detached from the ground to increase the li ing feeling.

Center: Final Plans and Sec ons.

Right: Images of the final model.

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A Market Hall in Champaign a permanent structure to accomodate an exis ng farmers’ market.

Dates Type Remarks

March - May 2018 (Year 2) Academic, individual First building project, first project with a program/site

IDEA Knowing that architecture is a percep on of order invoking intersubjec ve elements, we must also consider the interac on of its context.

The 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.

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This project asked for a more permanent structure on an exis ng site for a farmers’ market. The site is situated in an area which has no established plaza or social area aside from a small park on the margins. A visit quickly revealed a region typifying dull, industrialised America, with few social hubs and a preference for carparks. The overall spread of the region almost mandates vehicular commu ng, encouraging a ‘point A to point B’ experience.

I saw an opportunity to encourage dwelling by means of a social hub.

Indeed, when the farmers’ market is not ac ve, the structure could be used for social events. Downtown Champaign already had a strong music and arts scene, but not many established places to exhibit it. This new Market Hall could supply that need.

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To do this, I decided on the idea of keeping a large atrium space in the middle, and pu ng the actual stalls and “back-of-house” spaces onto the sides. The atrium swells to accommodate a variety of events, and is much taller than the adjacent stall spaces which are scaled more suitably for marketplace transac ons.

1. Common Routes

2. Redirected Hub

3. Extruded Masses

4. Square Itera on

5. Simplified Void

6. Carved Exits

By allowing prevailing norms, especially the situa on of the site, to inform my decisions, with a view to improvement and transforma on, I realised that architecture is also perceived and

interpreted in the context of, but also interacts with, the zeitgeist.

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A Library in Sarria a public building containing three different programs, placed in Sarria, Barcelona.

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February - April 2019 (Year 3) Academic, second year studio design project, individual As part of a year-long exchange program at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Vallès (UPC-ETSAV)

IDEA It is commonly said that architecture is a language; however, it may be more accurate to say that each building creates its own language.

This language is designed to be seen from a graphical view when on paper, and to be seen from an experien al and contextual point of view when built. A building jus fies its own existence by construc ng this internal logic, and maximizes its value by using its language to tell a narra ve.

This project’s prompt was challenging because it required the accommoda on of three main programs into one building; namely, residen al, office space, and library, each with specific square footages.

A certain amount of overhang beyond the site margins was permi ed, and it could not rise above 21 meters (68 feet). The site is situated in the historical part of Sarria, grouped with a number of other public buildings and in the middle of a large plaza. One side of the site faces the local church and market (in black), while the other faces the crossroads that links the old town with the new.

A compromise aesthe c would be needed, especially with the mul ple programs in the proposed building.

This was done by a flexible scheme of opaque walls framing glass walls.

This scheme was first developed for residences, and adapted for the offices and library.

Eleva on Study : Northwards

City Map

Immediate Context Map

Eleva on Study : Eastwards

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1st Floor, Library

The residences are separate units, whereas the offices have significantly wider bays, and the library is segmented but centrally connected. The residen al is placed at the top because of the views and privacy, and the library is at the ground a part of the public space.

Lower Library Level (2F)

Basement, Public extension

Lower Residen al Level (5F)

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By having the different programs share the same visual language yet perform their different func ons, I see that architecture can, and should be expressed as a visual and experienࢼal logic of its own.

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Living + Working Residenাal housing incopora ng a separate working space for residents in Gracia, Barcelona.

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October - December 2018 (Year 3) Academic, second-year design project, with William McNeil and Joshua Gradman First group project, as part of year-long exchange program at the UPC-ETSAV

IDEA At the end of the day, 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 them 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.

PRIVATE SPACES PUBLIC SPACES TERRACES WORK SPACES CIRCULATION

Floor 4 TOP: Family Unit (2 adults, 2 children) BOTTOM: Couple’s Unit (2 adults, study room) N PLAN TYP. 3 1:100

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Floors 3+5 BOTH: Family Unit (2 adults, 1 child) Different posi oning of balconies encourages alternate living room layouts.

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The objec ve of this project was to design a residen al unit with an a ached office space. I proposed to the team that, due to the different nature of living and working spaces, a clear divide between the two was an essen al feature.

Throughout the itera ons, the core idea was a void separa ng the two spaces. The final design simply splits the plan into two dis nct masses connected by a bridge.

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My role was to design the floorplans first by hand and later electronically in Revit, as well as crea ng different possible furniture layouts. My team sketched itera ons of the facades, and ensured the building stood solidly and adhered to the local aesthe c. Together, we integrated the alterna ng balconies as well as the common ground floor plan into the design.

Floors 2+6 TOP: Family Unit (2 adults, 1 children) BOTTOM: Family Unit (2 adults, 2 children) N PLAN TYP. 1 1:100

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With the experience of designing a space that considers the lived experience of occupying such a space, as well as considering the conclusions from the projects prior, I can now conclude that:

Architecture is the intersubjecࢼve percepࢼon of order, perceived 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.

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Capstone : A Hotel in Champaign a bou que hotel for the fast-growing town of Champaign.

I learnt in my previous projects that:

INTERSUBJECTIVE PERCEPTION OF ORDER The plans appeal to the common sense of shape by appearing as two masses (living units and service area) connected by floor plates.

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In my capstone, I summed these conclusions together into one project.

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INTERACTING WITH THE ZEITGEIST The yin-yang rela onship the town has with the University of Illinois is complemented by a neoclassical look but a uncompressed, unacademic plan, as well as rehabilita ng an adjacent historic building.

Engineered Soil Filter Fabric Thermal Insulation Drainage Layer Root Barrier Flashing Concrete Roof

CONDITIONED BY HUMAN INTERACTION Along with the plan design, the elements of construc on are detailed to tailor to human comfort, such as the hidden drainage system under the balcony floors.

EXPRESSED AS VISUAL LOGIC The various programs (spa, gym. etc.) is visually unified by the general form of the dis nct masses despite having dierent func ons.

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Small Project : A Split Bridge in Granollers an academic, two-week, three-member team project for the design of a bridge in Granollers, Spain

Park Connec on (NE)

Plaza Connec on (E) “Split” Bridge Cross-Sec on (Park)

Main Bridge Cross-Sec on (Main St. - Plaza)

IDEA To bisect the two exis ng vehicular bridges with one of pedestrians, for both cycling and on foot, connec ng a main street (east) with a plaza and park (west).

With Max Pozen and Leila El Erian. I was responsible for secࢼon design, detailing of juncࢼons and seaࢼng, site plan, and renderings.

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Holding Bolts Concrete Foundation

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Foundation Connection Section

Small Project : “knowledge” Ideas Forward 24-hour Compeঞঞon an 24-hour, individual compe IDEA To have a modular unit

that can be quickly built, easily mass-produced and also be modified to accomodate different programs.

on entry for an “easily assembled” school, aimed at NGOs.

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.

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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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1. No Panel 2. Accordion Panel 3. Sliding Door Panel 4. Translucent Panel (50%) 5. Opaque Panel 6. Curved Panel (30%)

STEP ONE

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)

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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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DRAWINGS Pen on Paper Guggenheim, Bilbao Barajas Intl. Airport , Madrid Architectural Annex, UIUC Charcoal on Paper Igualada Cemetery, Barcelona Pencil on Paper Ta[ House, UIUC

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PHOTOGRAPHY The Broad, Los Angeles Guggenheim, Bilbao Univ. of Coimbra, Portugal Bahia Palace, Morroco Walden 7, Catalonia Lit with makeshi[ home studio A Self Portrait Portrait of a Teacher

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