Portfolio - Mulham Jazmati by Mulham Jazmati

COVER LETTER After finishing a 5 year long Undergraduate programme in Architecture at the American University of Sharjah, I was able to develop my architectural knowledge professionally with numerous firms of different scales and cultural backgrounds, working on projects of various scales and typologies. However, after experiencing the field of architecture professionally, I developed a passion for Sustainability and Landscape Design, which lead me to enroll into a Graduate programme in Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design at the Polytechnic University in Milano. Although this 10 year long journey had many obstacles, it was truly a remarkable learning experience that has sparked my passion for architecture brighter than ever. Therefore, I am now looking to apply the knowledge I have acquired over the years into a new experience and I believe that joining your team offers me the perfect opportunity to do so. During my studies, I developed an excellent eye for detail, an eager mind for conceptual thinking and working under pressure. I undertook a number of team projects as a part of my studies, as well as a part of my professional experience, therefore I am very comfortable with working as part of a team and I am confident in my interpersonal and communication abilities. I am experienced in working to deadlines and I accept that this would be an important part of the role. My abilities in this area are further demonstrated by the numerous projects which I was involved in or responsible for, as well as my dedication to each team that I have worked with in the past. In my latest professional experience with Arif and Bintoak, I worked as a concept Architect, with various design responsibilities that span from the early sketches of a project to overseeing the construction process. This role required significant responsibility and commitment in terms of time and effort. It was also necessary for me to hone my prioritization and multitasking skills in order to effectively carry out this role. However, I am now eager to embark on a new learning experience, where I can develop and grow my knowledge in the field of Architecture and Design. I would welcome the opportunity to explain more about my interest in your company and the skills and experiences that I can bring to the position. You will note from my CV and portfolio that I have a real passion for Architecture, Art and Design and I am eager to share this passion with your team and to be able to be a part of the success story of your firm. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future regarding my application. Mulham Jazmati References: George Katodrytis (Head of Architecture at AUS) gkatodrytis@aus.edu

Sharif Rahmani (Architectural Director at Arif and Bintoak) sharif.rahmani@artoak.com

Joe Colistra (Professor at the University of Kansas) jcolistra@ku.edu

Lluis Vives (Professor at the Polytechnic University of Milan) ll.vives@svcarquitectura.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

WORK EXPERIENCE Architect (Concept)

Arif and Bintoak - Dubai

2014 - Present Architect (Part Time)

Buro Happold - Dubai

Arif and Bintoak - Dubai

Date of Birth: 17-07-1992

2013 - 2014

Marital Status: Single

Intern

Current Location: Dubai

2013 - 2014 Intern

DEC Consultants - Abu Dhabi

Name: Mulham Jazmati

2013 - 2014

Languages:-

E-Mail: mulhamjazmati92@ gmail.com Mobile: +971 56 762 51 50 Whatsapp: +971 56 762 51 50

English Arabic

EDUCATION High School: (Diploma)

Modern Private School Abu Dhabi, UAE Graduated in 2009

Undergraduate: (Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Architecture)

American University of Sharjah Sharjah, UAE Graduated in 2014

Italian

TECHNICAL SKILLS Rhinoceros Autodesk: AutoCAD Autodesk: Revit Autodesk: Maya Autodesk: 3D Studio Max

Graduate: (Masters in Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design)

Politecnico di Milano Milan, Italy Graduated in 2018 GPA: 4.00

Autodesk:Vasari Lumion Sketchup Adobe Illustrator

STRENGTHS

Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign Grasshopper T-Splines

Conceptual Thinking

Presenting

3D Modelling

2D Technical Drawing

Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Report Making Z-Brush V-Ray (For Rhino)

Graphics

Researching

Report Writing

Punctuality

Professional Writing Skills

FIELDS OF INTERESTS

SKILLS

Architecture - Sustainable Design - Landscape Design Interior Design - Urban Planning - Graphic Design

Team Work - Working to Deadlines - Presentation - Creativity Meeting with Clients - Research - Design - Active Listening

LIST OF PROJECTS (PROFESSIONAL) RP Heights:

Nad Al Sheba Villas (1600 Villas):

- 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - 3D Modelling (Crown and Podium Development) - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Writing

- 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - 3D Modelling - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Writing

Mankhool Tower:

Green Community Expansion (Phase II & III):

- Concept Design - 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - 3D Modelling - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Writing

Nad Al Hamar Heights:

Mercedes Benz Showroom:

Al Muraggabat Building:

The Gate Buildings (DHCC Phase II):

Dubai Sustainable City:

Zahra Residence at Town Square:

- 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Writing

LIST OF PROJECTS (ACADEMIC) [RE]tropolitan City of Aleppo:

Aerodynamics of a Spa:

- Concept Design - 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - 3D Modelling & Rendering - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Research & Writing

Maritime Museum:

The Fifth Facade:

Waterfront of Contemporary Art (WOCA):

Al Ain Research and Housing Facility:

Music School & Auditorium:

X-Terior Retail Center:

Regenaration of a Dairy Factory:

Moved To Care Competition:

- Concept Design - 2D Technical Drawing (Plans, Sections and Elevations) - 2D Graphics (Diagrams and Presentation Drawings) - Research (Site and Urban Context Analysis) - Presentation and Report Preperation - Architectural Writing

PROFESSIONAL PROJECTS 2014 - 2019

A collection of Projects of various scales and typologies that I have developed, been responsible for and/or worked on as a part of a team of professional architects over the past 5 years of my experience as a professional Architect who has worked with numerous international, multi-national and local companies within the Middle East.

RP HEIGHTS DOWNTOWN DUBAI - DUBAI, UAE

RP HEIGHTS DOWNTOWN DUBAI - DUBAI, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client RP Holdings Group BUA 75,384 sq.m.

Type 204m high 4B+G+50 Residential Apartments

Status Under Construction Date 2013 - Ongoing

The RP heights Tower will be one of Dubai’s tallest buildings when completed, its height is a major driver for its distinctive architectural form. This newly proposed residential tower focuses on both cutting edge technology and sustainability. The tower is located within the area of Downtown Dubai, opposite to the world’s largest Shopping Mall; The Dubai Mall and in close proximity to the tallest tower in the world; Burj Khalifa. By drawing inspiration from the twisting fluidity of natural lines that are found in sand dunes, as well as to incorporate the flowing forms and organic punctuation in the landscape, the tower’s design does not only attempt to achieve the perfect synergy between nature and space but also to establish itself in the urban context of Dubai as one of its most distinctive additions to the city’s existing skyline. The boldly curved balconies give the tower its graceful form and allow the inhabitants to enjoy various panoramic views of global destinations such as the architectural wonderland of Downtown Dubai, The notorious Burj Khalifa and the popular Dubai Mall. The balconies also work on reducing the direct sunlight in the summer as they twist away from the sun, which allows the tower to decrease its heat gain, and in turn reduce the energy consumption and the carbon footprint to a bare minimum. The tower’s structural and spatial organization aims to provide the users with the best architectural and spatial experience possible, as well as establishing a clear connection between the interior spaces and the surrounding landscape. Therefore, towering palm trees and lush landscaping were introduced around the building in order to help the users embark on an ethereal experience as they enter the glasscladded, triple heighted, lobby of the tower. Moreover, many different spatial qualities and experiences were included in the design of the tower in order to enhance the users’ experience, ranging from the triple heighted lobby on the ground level, to the spacious apartments that form the tower, each of which is laced with its own panoramic view of the city, to the luxurious outdoor pools, pool decks and gyms that are located on the roof of the podium as well as the roof of the first volume of the semi-helix shaped tower that spirals over the skyline of the city of Dubai.

Responsibilites: - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Podium Design Options and Proposals - Crown Design Options and Proposals - 3D Modeling (Podium and Crown) - Area and Parking Calculation - Concept & Schematic Report Preperation - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming

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The natural forms of the desert and its sand dunes were a major inspiration behind the tower’s design. The goal was to translate and reflect elements from the UAE’s rich hertiage in a contemporary architectural language. 16th Floor

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The tower’s helix form is a result of the rotation of the floor plates around the central core. The twisting floor plates allow the tower to have panoramic views of the beautiful surroundings.

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The balconies are designed to control the amount of sunlight that is admitted into the interior spaces; Allowing the tower to enjoy natrual light without increasing the building’s heat gain.

RP ONE BUSINESS BAY - DUBAI, UAE

RP ONE BUSINESS BAY - DUBAI, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client RP Holdings Group Area 200,21 sq.m

Type G+86 Residential Tower 348m High

Status Schematic Design Date 2016 - Ongoing

The RP One tower is a 86-storey, high-end exclusive residential tower that is divided into serviced and branded apartments. Due to its important location in the Business Bay Area and on one of Dubai’s most popular highways, Sheikh Zayed Road, the client requested a landmark to distinguish the RP One tower from other buildings in Dubai. At 348m in height and its majestic design, the RP One will stand as one of the tallest buildings in Dubai as well as one of the most unique and distinguishable towers of the city. The tower follows a simple plan that is recessed in order to maximize the views and the efficiency in terms of energy as well as space planning. For instance, the setting back of the building’s facade allows each apartment of the 1120 apartments in the tower to enjoy a spectacular view of the infamous Burj Khalifa, the marvellous Dubai Canal and the serene Gulf Coast. Furthermore, three amenities floors were spread across the tower to house all the residents’ facilities. Residents’ facilities include a lounge, restaurant, pool and health club. The tower is crowned by 9 floors which house the stunning Serviced Apartments and 4 floors that include the luxurious Penthouse Apartments each of which is provided with its own panoramic view over Dubai. Moreover, in terms of energy efficiency the RP one tower exploits the sustainable paradigm of maximizing the environmental benefits of a compact, high rise form with an efficient design that reduces the need for mechanical cooling systems and artificial lighting. Laced with elegant fins and louvers, the tower’s cutting edge architectural elements are designed to frame the apartments’ views and reduce solar gain, the building’s core mass absorbs heat and limits its reliance on mechanical ventilation. This system of fins and louvers shelters the interiors and reduces the heat transferred into the apartments which in turn reduces the energy consumption of the tower.

Responsibilites: - Concept Design Development - 3D Modelling - Concept Report Preparation - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Area and Parking Calculation - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming

Penthouses Branded Apartments

Tier - 1 Branded Apt. 7 No. Passenger Lifts Tier - 2 Branded Apt. 6 No. Passenger Lifts

Serviced Apartments

Serviced Apt. 4 No. Passenger Lifts

Service Floors

B.A./Penthouses Service Lift

Amenities Structural Transfer Level Parking Retail FOH/BOH

Typical Floor - 66th to 70th floor

Typical Floor - 73rd to 74th floor

S.A. Service Lift Fire Manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lift / Service Lift Fire Escapes 2 No.

THE SURGE BUSINESS BAY - DUBAI, UAE

THE SURGE BUSINESS BAY - DUBAI, UAE MIXED USE Client Confidential Area 175,744 sq.m

Type 7B+G+99 Residential Tower & Hotel 460 m High

Status Schematic Design Date 2013 - 2015

The Surge Tower occupies a prominent location in Dubai’s Business Bay Area and houses 421 luxurious apartments with uninterrupted views onto Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa. The estate was designed to be one of the most luxurious residential towers in Dubai, and the brief was to target the top level of the high-class apartment market. In architectural terms, the development was expected to become the landmark of Dubai’s Business Bay Area. The team’s approach in this case was to combine its strength in architecture and engineering to deliver an exceptionally pleasing form, exceeding our client’s expectations. The concept of the Surge Tower is simple, dynamic and elegant. The building adopts a nautical theme, with the balconies and the envelope of the tower forming outlines that resemble water waves, allowing the residents to enjoy the best possible views of the surrounding urban context as well as Dubai’s exciting waterfront. While the tower is mainly comprised of glass glazed facades, the tower’s intricate mesh envelope is designed to provide the tower a slight touch of solidity in order to establish a balance between solid and tectonic elements as well as to anchor the building to the ground and highlight its apex to compliment Dubai’s exhilarating skyline.

Responsibilites: - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Podium Design Options and Proposals - 3D Modeling (Podium) - Area and Parking Calculation

H1 TOWER CORNICHE - SHARJAH, UAE

H1 TOWER CORNICHE - SHARJAH, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client Confidential Area 112,186 Sq.m.

Type 4B+G+51 Residential Tower 304 m High

Status Concept Design Date 2014 - 2016

Challenged by the perpetual debate between form and function, the team developed this spirited design in response to the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aspirations for a unique residential landmark tower in the Corniche area of Sharjah. The design of the H1 tower strives to create the illusion of continuous movement in a static object. This is achieved by the scale-like design of the window that orbit around the helix frame which envelopes the glass-glazed building. These elements come together to catch the light and reflect it in a dynamic fashion. In effect, the tower dances for the moving viewer, so that from every angle the building changes its appearance. More than 500 residential apartments were offered in a mix of one-, two- and threebedroom apartments, all served by full amenities including a roof-top health club, spa and panoramic gym. At 55 storeys and 311.4m in height, the tower is poised and stylish; not adjectives that one normally applies to modern skyscrapers, which all too often achieve height at the expense of elegance. By seemingly responding to the shifting position of the viewer, the tower creates a special relationship between the city and its inhabitants. H1 differs from the norm in presenting an environmentally conscious building at no additional cost. A number of sustainable features are incorporated into the design, and serve as a springboard for the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sustainable building design processes for hot climates. Aside from the self shading balconies that help in reducing heat intake and energy consumption, the building is glazed with an electro-coated clear glazing that can withstand the thermal impact of high summer temperatures without diminishing light transmission, thereby working with the balconies to reduce the power consumption to a bare minimum. Responsibilites:

- Site Analysis and Research - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - 3D Modeling (Modular Studies)

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SZR TOWER E11 - DUBAI, UAE

SZR TOWER E11 - DUBAI, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client Confidential Area 75,940 Sq.m.

Type G+60 Residential Tower 298 m High

Status Concept Design Date 2014 - 2016

Surrounded by some of the most famous architectural projects in the world, the SZR Tower is designed to be one of the most iconic towers on the internationally renowned Sheikh Zayed Road Highway. The residential Tower’s elegant design utilizes vertical louvers to maximize views and minimize the building’s heat gain. Although its footprint is relatively small, the tower’s efficiency and well studied space planning allowed it to house over 397 apartments, each enjoying a spectacular view of the tower’s stunning surroundings. At 298 m in height, the SZR Tower is typical of many of the residential and retail developments that skirt the periphery of the international highway, and provides a mix of serviced apartments, residential apartments and penthouses over 60 floors. The concept of the SZR Tower aims to reflect the cultural impact which the palm tree had on the architecture, history and heritage of the gulf region. The tower’s design aims to translate this impact in an architecturally modern way which is both elegant and alluring. The building’s form is inspired by the formation created by the fronds of palm trees, which is scientifically known as were historically used in the region for shelter and construction.

Responsibilites:

- Site Analysis and Research - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - 3D Modeling (Modular Studies)

Level 34 to 41 - 1 Bed-room Serviced Apartments

Level 42 to 49 1 & 2 Bed-room Serviced Apartments

Level 50 to 54 - 2&3 Bed-room Serviced Apartments

AL GHURAIR TOWER AL MANKHOOL - DUBAI, UAE

AL GHURAIR TOWER AL MANKHOOL - DUBAI, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client Al Ghurair Invesment LLC BUA 48,007 sq.m. Type G+28 Residential Tower Status Under Construction Date 2016 - Ongoing

Al Ghurair Tower is typical of many residential developments in the Middle East. It adopts what has become the basic layout for such developments, employing a retail and parking podium supporting a residential tower above. Located within Dubai’s energetic Mankhool area, the 107m building is elegantly designed around with two major frame-like structures that work to visually divide the building into two masses, creating an appealing aesthetic to the tower. Within the 4-storey podium are the community facilities, including the entrance lobby, a number of retail stores, a health club with an exterior pool area and associated car parks. The next 28 storey tower house a total of 238 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments that provide their users with the best living conditions and ensures their comfort and well being. Although only really practical for winter use in these climes, the ability of balconies to provide shade and surface interest to a building makes them justifiable in terms of energy efficiency and aesthetics. While a large portion of the building’s facades is designed to be glass-cladded in order to maximize the views, the addition of the solid frames around the mass provides the design with a sense of equilibrium. The result is a striking building with a strong architectural form and massing arrangement, in addition to a number of retail spaces that were incorporated at the ground level as well as a lavish recreational area that was provided at the roof of the podium. The incorporation of such elements is not only essential for enhancing the quality of life within the building, but they also work to enhance the city’s public realm in general, providing the city’s inhabitants and visitors with a spectacular architectural experience.

Responsibilites: - Concept Design - 3D Modelling - Concept Report Preparation - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Area and Parking Calculation - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming

Section Sun Path Study

Self Shading Treatment

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AL AREESH TOWER

AL JUFFAIR - MANAMA, BAHRAIN

THE AREESH TOWER

AL JUFFAIR - MANAMA, BAHRAIN RESIDENTIAL Client Private Area 33,395 sq.m. Type G+23 Mixed Use Tower Status Concept Design Date 2016

The design process that was taken during the development of The Areesh Tower revolved around to objectives, simplicity and elegance. With a total built up area of 33,395 sq.m, The Areesh Tower stands at a height of 90 m. The tower is dedicated to house residential apartments that range from one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Meanwhile, three podium levels were incorporated into the tower in order to meet the parking requirements for the building’s occupants. The project is an architectural interpretation of local culture and modernity. It utilizes architectural massing and detailing as well as color and materiality in order to reflect the technological advancement that has been achieved in this country of rich culture and heritage. The brief called for a piece of innovation and timeless design, incorporating quality, luxury and clear ‘street’ presence, but at the same time respecting and enhancing the outstanding coastal environment. Given that these requirements were entirely in accord with the design team’s natural wishes, the design process became a pleasurable exercise in creativity, innovation and attention to detail. The resulting concept, strongly influenced by the beauty of the surroundings, is a residential tower that is inspired by the local spirit and ethos of the city. Although the design is simple and straightforward, it boasts its efficiency in space planning and views maximization. Providing each apartment with spacious living spaces and uninterrupted views of the towers’ surrounding architectural landscape and water bodies. Furthermore, the recreational facilities provided on the roof of the pool help in providing the project with a resort-like feel as well as providing the residents of the towers with the highest standards of living.

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CRISTAL HOTEL

SULEIMANIYAH - ERBIL, IRAQ

CRISTAL HOTEL

SULEIMANIYAH - ERBIL, IRAQ HOSPITALITY Client Private Area 32,954 m2. Type 2B+G+13 160 Keys Hotel Status Tender Stage Date 2014 - Ongoing

Inspired by natural crystals that are often found in that region, the Cristal hotel is designed to provide a wonderful architectural and spatial experience to its visitors and become one of Iraqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest architectural landmarks. Through the utilization of cutting edge technology as well as elements and theories of contemporary architecture, the Erbil Hotel aims to become a statement of Iraqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich history as well as its promising future. Occupying a corner plot in one of the busiest areas of the city, the Cristal Hotel enjoys various views onto the city and its compelling landscape and urban fabric. With a total built up area of 28,500 squared meters, the Cristal hotel houses 134 modern guest rooms as well as 26 luxorious suites and junior suites. Each of the guest rooms and suites are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and are designed to provide their users with the highest standards of luxury and hospitality.

Responsibilites: - Site Analysis and Research - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Area and Parking Calculation

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ZAHRA AT TOWN SQUARE AL QUDRA - DUBAI, UAE

ZAHRA AT TOWN SQUARE AL QUDRA - DUBAI, UAE RESIDENTIAL Client Nshama BUA 81,528 sq.m. Type G+8 Residential Status Complete Date 2015 - 2018

The Zahra Residential buildings at Nshama’s Town Square is a distinctive response to the master plan principles and specific requirements for a large scale residential development. The Zahra residential development at Town Square consists of four different blocks, each having numerous apartments that enjoy spectacular views and share multiple recreational facilities that provide the complex with an optimum family friendly environment. With a total of 546 apartments of various sizes and spectacular views, the Zahra residential buildings at Nshama’s Town Square cover a massive total built up area of 81,528 squared meters. For instance, while the organizational structure of the massing that’s used is reminiscent of the historical buildings of the region, the massing of the buildings is designed to be both elegant and efficient. Also, the introduction of intricate patterns at the buildings atrium and balconies calls back to the great influence that the Islamic patterns had on the architecture of the region. Responsibilites: - Working Drawings - Space Planning - Report Preperation

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THE GATE DHCC PHASE II - DUBAI, UAE

THE GATE DHCC PHASE II - DUBAI, UAE HEALTHCARE Client Dubai Healthcare City Area 89,119 sq.m. Type 3B+G+13 Healthcare Complex Status Concept Design Date 2015

After witnessing a huge amount of success and acquiring international recognition, the Dubai Healthcare City was bound to expand into an even bigger, and more successful, international hub for healthcare and health services and facilities. The first project that was set to launch this expansion was the DHCC Phase II Gate project. As the name suggest, the main focus behind the design was to find a way to highlight the gateway into the prestigious new phase of Dubai Health Care City. Hence, the design approach that was taken in this project focused on having a contemporary touch that emphasizes a clear architectural language of playful geometry and elegant and intricate architectural details. The project covers two plots and is designed to house a number of hospitals, clinics, office spaces and retail stores and restaurants at the ground level. Responsibilities: - 3D Modelling - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Landscape Design - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Area and Parking Calculation - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Report Preparation

Conceptual Process Diagrams

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AL MURGABAT BUILDING AL MURGABAT- DUBAI, UAE

AL MURGABAT BUILDING AL MURGABAT- DUBAI, UAE HEALTHCARE Client Private Area 34,290 sq.m. Type 4B+G+11 Residential Building Status Concept Design Date 2015 - 2016

Facing the main road of one of Dubai’s liveliest areas, the Murgabat Building is a proposed residential development that is designed to provide its users with a phenomenal living experience. The bold architectural language used in the design of the Muragabat building makes it a statement building. Adorned with elements of the region’s architecture, the form is inspired by the growing development of Dubai’s architecture with a touch of traditionalism. The entrance is designed in order to be welcoming and grand at the same time. It aims to invite people in and to create a safe haven for the residents and their visitors. The design of the building utilizes materiality and color in combination with lush landscaping and optimum space planning in order to provide the project with a touch of elegance and style that is focused on achieving an excellent architectural and spatial experience for the visitors and the residents of the project. The contemporary approach of the project enables it to maximize sunlight and achieve maximum efficiency. The project is designed to blend perfectly with its surrounding context and to be an example of architectural elegance and style.

Responsibilities: - 3D Modelling - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Landscape Design - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Area and Parking Calculation - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Report Preparation

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2nd Typical Floor Plan

GREEN COMMUNITY PHASE II & III MOTOR CITY - DUBAI, UAE

GREEN COMMUNITY PHASE II & III MOTOR CITY - DUBAI, UAE MASTER PLAN & INFRASTRUCTURE Client Union Properties BUA 84,921 sq.m.

This project is an expansion for the already existing Green Community in Dubai. It consists of two phases that grow into the area of Motor City. The project is a family based, housing community compound that houses a total sum of 78 villas in Phase II and 137 villas and an apartment building of 114 apartment units in Phase III. The project is also laced with lush greenery and landscape that adds a touch of heaven that helped to create a piece of Eden in the city of Dubai. Moreover, the expansion project also houses recreational facilities, retail areas and children playgrounds that are distributed along the two Phases. In order to ensure a relation between the existing Green Community and the expansion phases, the concept of Mediterranean architecture was adopted for this project. We strove to achieve excellence during the design process and we aspired to provide a welcoming family environment for the users, thus, the traditional Mediterranean style of architecture was the most suitable for the clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s requirements.

Type 232 Villas Housing Compound 1B+G+5 Residential Apartments & Infrastructure

One of the main focuses during the design process was ensuring a relationship between the interior and exterior spaces that can link space articulation inside with volumes composition outside. We aimed to achieve that by providing lush greenery all around the premises of the plot. This was helpful in creating an integration of outdoor and indoor spaces that is both spatial and visual. The introduction of the lush landscape did not only prove helpful in raising the aesthetics of the project but it also helped in achieving a functional objective that we were striving to accomplish, a safe and cozy family environment. The greenery was helpful in providing a community feel to the project where families can get together and children can play under parental guidance and watch.

Status Under Construction

Another design aspect that was categorized of a high priority in the design process was the general aura of the project. By mixing tranquil and vibrant colors, along with the introduction of various light fixtures, we were able to achieve a palette of earthly colors that proved valuable in acquiring the most favorable atmosphere for a family community. The integration of color and light worked together to emphasize all the previous points ranging from forming a link of inner and outdoor spaces to establishing a, community-based, family environment.

Date 2014 - Ongoing

Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept & Schematic Report Preparation

Plans

2.2.4 Master Plan Phase III - Pedestrian Network 2.2.5 Master Plan Phase III - Public Facilities 2.2.3 Master Plan Phase III - Road Network

The landscape strategy reflects the landscape character, including the green corridors and parks, in the adjoining Green Community development. The hard scape is formed of a network of footpaths similar to the existing network, and providing the residents with direct links to the recreation facility and beyond. A recreational facility at the heart of the Green Community Expansion provides the community with an outdoor swimming pool, gym and changing rooms with potential for alternative sport facilities.

The soft scape incorporates screen planting along boundaries, feature planting at nodes of interest, and provide natural shading. Centrally located tots lots (children’s play areas) also provide a node of activity for all residents.

The primary development access leads from Detroit Avenue located directly opposite the existing Green Community Entrance. The proposed street network circumnavigates the development to form one closed loop with three spur roads. A secondary entrance leading from Munich Avenue to the North serves the apartment plot.

The facility is located in close proximity to the apartment plots and accessible to the residents via the green corridors and parks, offering a pedestrian orientated development. Two Tots Lots accommodating children’s play areas are provided within the central parks. In addition, a community facility plot and surface parking plot with the opportunity for accommodating retail is located near the primary site entrance.

The Right of Way (ROW) widths are formed of a 6 metre wide two way road, and 6 metre planted verges on either side, totalling 18 metres. The verges accommodate a sidewalk and landscape realm integrated with driveways leading up to the individual parking garages of the townhouse plots.

2.2.3 Master Plan Phase III - Road Network

2.2.4 Master Plan Phase III - Pedestrian Network

2.2.5 Master Plan Phase III - Public Facilities Green Pedestrian Network

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The landscape strategy reflects the landscape character,

the green corridorsIIand parks, in the adjoining Green 2.1.5 Masterincluding Plan Phase - Pedestrian Network Community development.

2.1.4 Master Plan Phase II - Road Network

Local Road Network

The hard scape shall be formed of screen a network ofalong footpaths linking The soft scape incorporates planting boundaries, feaCenplanting and at nodes of interest, and provide natural shading.links back into the existingture network, providing the residents with direct trally and located tots lots (children’s play areas) also provide a node of to the recreation facility beyond.

Street and to the north is Detroit Avenue, both acting as collector roads within the development.

The development is sub divided into seventy eight The soft scape shall incorporate screen planting along boundaries, fea(78) plots to form a total of two hundred and ture planting at nodes of interest, and provide natural shading.

Access to the development site is currently limited to Detroit Drive leading from Detroit Avenue to the north. Two controlled access points serve the existing Green Community townhouse development, and provide the opportunity for residents of Phase II Expansion to utilise these portals if the existing road network is linked.

TH-78 A central tots lot (children’s play area) adjoining the recreation facility T-78 of two plot typologies, PI-A at 360 sq.m and PI-B provides a node of activity for all TH-77 at 450sq.m. The plot arrangements limited where T-77 residents. TH-11 T-11

SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

three (203) plots within the Green Community Townhouse plot. The additional plots are formed

T-03 T-02 TH-03 TH-02 TH-01 T-01

TH-21 T-12

TH-04 T-04

TH-10 T-10 TH-09 T-09 TH-08 T-08 TH-07 T-07

TH-20 T-13

TH-06 T-06

TH-05 T-05

possible continuous built lines, clustering the plots into a maximum of 8 units.

TH-76 T-76

TH-75 T-75

T-16 TH-17 TH-18 T-15

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residents. TH-75 T-75

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The recreation facility plot at the gateway to the development occupies a site of 990sq.m 100M accommodating a community pool, changing N facility and gym.

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Recreational Facilities

A recreation facility at the gateway to the Green Community Green Pedestrian Network Expansion provides the opportunity for a community outdoor swimming pool, gym and changing rooms with potential for alternative sport facilities. The facility is directly accessible to future residents via the green corridors and parks, offering a pedestrian orientated development.

(78) plots to form a total of two hundred and Green Community three along (203) boundaries, plots within feathe Green Community The soft scape shall incorporate screen planting Townhouse plot. The additional plots are formed TH-78 ture planting at nodes of interest, and provide natural shading. T-78 of two plot typologies, PI-A at 360 sq.m and PI-B Local Road Network TH-77 at 450sq.m. The plot arrangements limited where T-77 A central tots lot (children’s play area) adjoining the recreation facility possible continuous built lines, clustering the plots TH-76 T-76 provides a node of activity for all Primary Road Network into a maximum of 8 units. TH-74 T-74

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32 Master 31 2.1.6 Plan Phase II - Recreational Facilities SCHEMATICDESIGN DESIGNREPORT REPORT SCHEMATIC

The hard scape shall be formed of a network of footpaths linking Sub Plan back into the existing network, and providing theDivision residents with direct links development sub divided into seventy eight to the recreation facility and beyond. ConnectionTheAccess from isExisting

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Create an extension of the Green Community Residential development, providing a synergy with the existing built and public realm quality, and linking seamlessly with the road and park network. Motor City - Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III T-03 T-02 TH-03 TH-02 TH-01 T-01

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SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

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The development site is bounded on three sides by major and collectors roads. To the south is South Street acting as a major road linking Motor City with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, to the east is Honsho Street and to the north is Detroit Avenue, both acting as collector roads within the development.

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30 Master 2.1.4 Plan Phase II - Road Network SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

Motor City - Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III

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Entry to Residential Building

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A recreation facilitypedestrian at the gateway to the Green Community orientated development. Two Tots Lots accommodating children’s playfor areas provided within the central parks. Expansion provides the opportunity a are community outdoor swimming pool, gym and changing rooms with potential for alternative sport faciliIn addition, a community facility plot and surface parking plot with Motor Expansion Phase II & Phase III ties. City - Green Community the opportunity for accommodating retail is located near the primary site The facility is directlyentrance. accessible to future residents via the green SCHEMATIC DESIGN corridors and parks, offering a pedestrian orientated development. REPORT

The recreation facility plot at the gateway to the development occupies a site of 990sq.m accommodating a community pool, changing facility and gym.

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Create an extension of the Green Community Residential development, providing a synergy with the existing built and public realm quality, and linking seamlessly with the road and park network.

Motor City - Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III

Retail Facility

The facility is located in close proximity to the apartment plots and accessible to the residents via the green corridors and parks, offering a

The Right of Way (ROW) widths are formed of a 6 metre wide two way road, 6 metre planted vergessides on either side, totalling 18 metres. The The development siteand is bounded on three by major and colverges accommodate a sidewalk and landscape realm integrated with lectors roads. To the south is South Street acting as a major road linking driveways leading up to the individual parking garages of the townhouse Motor City with Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, to the east is Honsho plots.

activity for all residents.

Green Pedestrian Corridor

A recreational facility at the heart of the Green Community Expansion provides the community with an outdoor swimming pool, gym and changing rooms with potential for alternative sport facilities.

Primary Road Network

The hard scape is formed of a network of footpaths similar to the existing network, and providing the residents with direct links to the recreation facility and beyond.

4.03 1.2 Project Sub Division Goals, Plan Objectives & Vision

Recreational Facilities

2.1.6 Master Plan Phase II - Recreational Facilities

Green Pedestrian Corridor

Motor City - Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III SCHEMATIC REPORT Motor City -DESIGN Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

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Motor City - Green Community Expansion Phase II & Phase III SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

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SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT SCHEMATIC DESIGN REPORT

NAD AL SHEBA VILLAS NAD AL SHEBA - DUBAI, UAE

NAD AL SHEBA VILLAS NAD AL SHEBA - DUBAI, UAE MASTER PLAN & INFRASTRUCTURE Client Nakheel Properties BUA 1,204,319 sq.m. Type 1586 Villas Masterplan & Infrastructure Status Under Construction Date 2014 - Ongoing

Located on one of the most important highways of the country, Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, Nad Al Sheba villas is a large scale residential project that includes a community of 1,586 four and five bedroom villas , as well as a club house, community pool and sports courts, all set in landscaped grounds containing parks, walkways and water features. Though the scale of the project is quite large, the team dedicated their collective efforts to pay attention to every small detail within the project. From the quality of spaces within each bedroom to the quality of the spaces within the community as a whole. Lush greenery is provided throughout the project as well as lavish recreational areas in order to provide the inhabitants with an ideal sense of community and a comfortable lifestyle. The teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s works on the Nad Al Sheba project was not only limited to Architectural and Engineering development but it also covered the masterplanning, infrastructure and interior design development of the newly proposed suburban area.

Ground Floor

First Floor

INDIGO RESORT

SUSTAINABLE CITY - DUBAI, UAE

INDIGO RESORT

SUSTAINABLE CITY - DUBAI, UAE HOSPITALITY Client Diamond Developers Area 14,279 m2. Type 291 Keys G+2 Hospitality Status Under Construction Date 2016 - Ongoing

Located in Dubai’s Sustainable City, the new Indigo resort is a luxurious hotel that focuses on both sustainability and hospitality.Inspired by Palm fronds, the design of the indigo resort is an elegant geometrical reflection of an efficient plan and maximize the views of each of the hotel rooms. Furthermore, the architecture of the Indigo Resort mimics the palm fronds by filtering light and air into the vertical organic farms that are located alone the project’s curvilinear spine. The vertical organic farms, along with the organic farms of the roof, are designed to promote sustainability and encourage the inhabitants of the hotel to indulge in a new and exciting activity that is both family-friendly and Eco-friendly. With lush landscape covering most of the plot’s area, we aimed to create a lavish oasis that combines contemporary architecture methodology with sustainable design elements. While the landscape designed in the indigo hotel includes various different species, it also includes a gym, a mosque and a large outdoor pool area, in order to encourage the users to explore the exterior landscape and activities while getting familiar with the different types of species and vegetation that is found within the premises.

Finally, the elegant design of the architecture allowed for a maximum utilization of the area and enabled the hotel to have the maximum amount of rooms, suites and facilities without having to compromise any of their spatial or architectural qualities. With over 49 luxurious villas, 242 cozy guest rooms and 11 spacious suites, the proposed indigo hotel prides itself by having each of the mentioned room overlook the spectacular view of the in-house oasis. A neighbourhood cafe, a speciality restaurant and meeting rooms were also included in the layout of the hotel in order to meet all of the standards of hospitality as well as the needs and expectations of the hotel’s visitors.

Responsibilities: - 3D Modeling - Landscape Design - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Concept Report Preparation - Area and Parking Calculation

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

INNOVATION CENTER

SUSTAINABLE CITY - DUBAI, UAE

INNOVATION CENTER

SUSTAINABLE CITY - DUBAI, UAE EDUCATION Client Diamond Developers Area 20,339 sq.m. Type B+G+2 Education Status Construction Drawings Date 2015 - 2018

The Diamond Innovation Center is aimed to serve as a new hub of education in order to raise awareness on the importance of energy saving, sustainability and innovation processes. In order to achieve the elegantly twisting form of the innovation center, the architectural expression for this project draws its inspiration from the natural lines and the dynamic and fluid shapes found in the waves of the Arabian Gulf. The project is comprised of a large auditorium that will host educational seminars and conferences along with a large conference hall, a spacious exhibition hall as well as two breathtaking triple-height entrance lobbies that play an essential role in providing the users with a unique spatial experience as they journey into the architecture of the innovation center. Furthermore, in order to provide the users with an ethereal architectural experience, an elegantly curved skylight was designed to run along the length of the building and allow for natural light to wash over the interior spaces and bounce off of the building’s lofty internal walls. Triple height glass facades were introduced on each end of the building in order to create a smooth connection and transition between the interior spaces and the exterior landscape.Not only was the lush landscaping around the innovation center designed to enhance the experience of the center’s visitors but it was also designed to establish a balance between the man made ultramodern architecture and the natural elements of air, water and earth. As the project’s entire design process revolves around the issue of sustainability, many creative methods were included in the design of the architecture in order to ensure its success at energy saving. For instance, the twisting form of the building seems to be a mere formal gesture at first, but it actually serves a bigger purpose by allowing the building to self-shade, which will in turn reduce the heat gain drastically and ensure the project to be a positive energy building. Another way of tackling the issue of heat gain was through providing solid facades on the western and eastern elevations of the building and placing an entirely glass glazed facade on the southern elevation in order to allow the sunlight to seep through and illuminate the interior of the building in the winter season only. With numerous solar panels placed across the roof of the building as well as the parking area, not only does the Diamond Innovation Center aim to establish itself as an example for one of the most sustainable and energy saving buildings in the city of Dubai but as one of the most iconic buildings in the city’s rich urban context.

Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Development - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

MERCEDES BENZ SHOWROOM E11 - DUBAI, UAE

INNOVATIONBENZ MERCEDES CENTER SHOWROOM DUBAI, E11 - DUBAI, UAE UAE EDUCATION AUTOMOTIVE Client Client Diamond Developers Private Area Area 20,339 sq.m. 5,318 sq.m. Type Type B+G+2 2B+G+5 Education Automotive Status Status Construction Drawings Concept Design Date Date 2015 - 2018 2014 - 2015

The Diamond Innovation Center is aimed to serve as a new hub of education in order to raise awareness on the importance The internationally adhered highway of Sheikh Zayed Road provides the home for the this of energy saving, sustainability and innovation processes. In order to achieve the elegantly twisting form of the innovation elegant showroom that was designed to establish a balance between simplicity and complexity center, the architectural expression for this project draws its inspiration from the natural lines and the dynamic and fluid through the application of intricate design elements to a simple architectural massing structure. shapes found in the waves of the Arabian Gulf. The mass-based showroom was designed as such in order to provide an anchor for the tower The project is comprised of a large auditorium that will host educational seminars and conferences along with a large that sits on top of it, however, vertical louvers and ellipses envelope the mass and give it a conference hall, a spacious exhibition hall as well as two breathtaking triple-height entrance lobbies that play an essential stylish design.The incorporation of the vertical louvers was a design decision that prioritized role in providing the users with a unique spatial experience as they journey into the architecture of the innovation center. environmental sustainability without having to compromises the architectural integrity of the Furthermore, in order to provide the users with an ethereal architectural experience, an elegantly curved skylight was deproject. Although the louvers give the project a solid look, they are designed in a way that signed to run along the length of the building and allow for natural light to wash over the interior spaces and bounce off of allows the showroom to enjoy views onto the SZR highway and vice versa. the building’s lofty internal walls. Responsibilities: Triple height glass facades were introduced on each end of the building in order to create a smooth connection and transition between the interior spaces and the exterior landscape.Not only was the lush landscaping around the innovation center - Podium Design Options and Proposals designed to enhance the experience of the center’s visitors but it was also designed to establish a balance between the man - 3D Modelling (Podium) made ultramodern architecture and the natural elements of air, water and earth. - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Space Planning As the project’s entire design process revolves around the issue of sustainability, many creative methods were included in - Area and Parking Calculation the design of the architecture in order to ensure its success at energy saving. For instance, the twisting form of the building - Feasibility Study seems to be a mere formal gesture at first, but it actually serves a bigger purpose by allowing the building to self-shade, - Concept Report Preparation which will in turn reduce the heat gain drastically and ensure the project to be a positive energy building. Another way of tackling the issue of heat gain was through providing solid facades on the western and eastern elevations of the building and placing an entirely glass glazed facade on the southern elevation in order to allow the sunlight to seep through and illuminate the interior of the building in the winter season only. With numerous solar panels placed across the roof of the building as well as the parking area, not only does the Diamond Innovation Center aim to establish itself as an example for one of the most sustainable and energy saving buildings in the city of Dubai but as one of the most iconic buildings in the city’s rich urban context.

Ground Floor

1st Floor

ACADEMIC PROJECTS 2009 - 2018

A collection of Projects of various scales and typologies that I have developed, been responsible for and/or worked on as a part of a team during my Bachelors degree in Architecture at the American University of Sharjah and my Masters degree in Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design at Politecnico di Milano.

THE FIFTH FACADE

VIA DO CASTELO DO QUEIJO - PORTO, PORTUGAL

THE FIFTH FACADE

VIA DO CASTELO DO QUEIJO - PORTO, PORTUGAL EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT Type Education Status Concept Design

This project aims to challenge the relationship between man and nature. Through ignoring the typical human experience of landscape (through land and water), the project proposes experiencing the landscape through a new and exciting perspective; the sky.

INNOVATION CENTER Date 2018

The project’s main function is a skydiving facility, however it will also host numerous other activities such as inoor scubadiving and skydiving as well as an art exhibition space and a multipurpose hall. The concept of this project was born by drawing inspiration from the existing architectural landmarks and urban context. Seeing the effect that the ‘‘She Changes’’ sculpture has on the landscape below it and having to deal with the existing runway on the site inspired the project to question the human relationship with landscape and architecture from top to bottom and vice versa. Therefore, the design of the project is approached in a way that you allows users to experience it from the sky, but at the same time, stimulate the users’ senses where they can feel, see and be in touch with all aspects of nature as they journey through it.

DUBAI, UAE EDUCATION Client Diamond Developers Area 20,339 sq.m. Type B+G+2 Education Status Construction Drawings Date 2015 - 2018

The project at hand consists of three major elements, the main building, which will act as a hub for art enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies, the open source space that frames the view of both the endless horizon over the sea and the scenic landscape of the project and finally, the poetic landscape which was inspired by the ripple effect that objects have when they fall from the sky as well as the impact of she changes on the soil beneath it. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

er, it is of course more effective in rainy climates than dry ones. Rain water harvesting systems are measured by their area for collecting water in (sq.m or sq.ft) and the volume of water they store (in liters or gallons) Simple rainwater collection systems on landscape have two main elements, the storage tank(s), and the gutter or other piping that directs the water from the catchment area to the bank. Hence, an efficient water recycling system was introduced into the project in order to help us collect, redistribute and recycle the rain water in a controlled manner. A number of

Bermuda Grass

operable gutters were introduced at the lowest points in the landscape. The gutters are then used to feed the water to a network of pipes that direct the water to water tanks that recycle and redistribute the water to the landscape and the building.

However, some natural factors are harder to control than others, for instance, some areas in the landscape will be more damp and moist than others. Therefore, using moist friendly plantation in these areas would be ideal in solving this issue and maintaining the landscape`s consistency and aesthetic. Bicknell`s sedge, which is also known as Carex Bicknellii is a perfect type of plant for situations like these due to its attraction to moist areas and color scheme which fits the project seamlessly.

Exploded Axon

Sectional Study

Carex Bicknellii - Color Scheme

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The Building

Site Analysis Diagrams

Concept Diagrams

This project aims to challenge the relationship between man and nature's three major elements; the landscape, water and sky. Inspired by the She Changes sculpture, we wanted the project to have an impact on the site. Which in turn drove us to question the human relationship with landscape and architecture from top to bottom and vice versa. Thus, we wanted to design a project that you can see from the sky, but at the same time, feel surrounded by all aspects of nature as you journey through it.

The Landscape

Accessibility

Water Tanks

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Multipurpose Area Storage Administrative Area

Existing Site

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Water Flow 7 Entrance Hall 8 Indoor Skydiving Collection System 9 Food Court Water Tank

Multipurpose Room Storage Technical Room

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Indoor Scuba Diving Instructions Room Changing Room

Ground Floor Plan

Collection System

Water Harvesting Diagram

oded Axonometric Pedestrian Paths

Mass Drop

Northern Facade

Green Areas Pedestrian Paths 1 Front Desk 2 Administrative Area

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Bar Observation Bubbles

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Ripple Effect Pedestrian Paths Indoor Scuba Diving 7 Changing Room Instructions Room

First Floor Plan

Southern Facade

Pedestrian Paths Sun Path

Pedestrian Paths Multiple Entrances

Section A

Section B Surrounding Buildings Density Pedestrian Paths

Multiple Activities Pedestrian Paths

Section C

Indoor Scuba Diving / Observation Bubbles Indoor Skydiving Multipurpose Room / Admin Underground Tunnel / Multipurpose Area

Sectional Study

Site Analysis Diagrams

Concept Diagrams

Accessibility

Existing Site

Pedestrian Paths

Mass Drop

Green Areas Pedestrian Paths

Ripple Effect Pedestrian Paths

Pedestrian Paths Sun Path

Pedestrian Paths Multiple Entrances

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Surrounding Buildings Density Pedestrian Paths

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Site Analysis Diagrams

Landscape and Water Recycling

Concept Diagrams

The Landscape

Fifth Facade

In order to celebrate the complexity of the landscape formation, the project takes a poetic approach by having the landscape be made entirely out of grass. However, although the landscape is designed to be straight to the point, a complex drainage and water recycling systems have been designed underneath it in order to ensure the maximization of the landscape`s sustainability and efficiency. Moreover, the grass type that is proposed for this project is called Cynodon Dactylon, also known as Bermuda grass. Numerous factors make Bermuda grass ideal for this project, such as: - It`s ideal for warmer climes - It requires minimal watering - It’s able to survive extreme temperatures, - It’s hardwearing so it can withstand buggy traffic Accessibility - It grows rapidly. Existing Site However, another great aspect about Bermuda grass is that it remains dormant and loses it`s green hue during cooler periods (under 15 °c). this in turn allows the project to change its color throughout the year, providing the inhabitants of the city of a seasonal project that is both interactive and everchanging.

Spring Color Theme

The Water Recycling System Capturing rain water can be a valuable way to reduce or even eliminate a building`s use of municipal potable water, without requiring reductions in water use by occupants. However, it is of course more effective in rainy climates than dry ones. Rain water harvesting systems are measured by their area for collecting water in (sq.m or sq.ft) and the volume of water they store (in liters or gallons) Simple rainwater collection systems on landscape have two main elements, the storage tank(s), and the gutter or other piping that directs the water from the catchment Pedestrian Paths Mass area Dropto the bank. Hence, an efficient water recycling system was introduced into the project in order to help us collect, redistribute and recycle the rain water in a controlled manner. A number of operable gutters were introduced at the lowest points in the landscape. The gutters are then used to feed the water to a network of pipes that direct the water to water tanks that recycle and redistribute the water to the landscape and the building. However, some natural factors are harder to control than others, for instance, some areas in the landscape will be more damp and moist than others. Therefore, using moist friendly plantation in these areas would be ideal in solving this issue and maintaining the landscape`s consistency and aesthetic. Bicknell`s sedge, which is also known as Carex Bicknellii is a perfect type of plant for situations like these due to its attraction to moist areas and color scheme which fits the project seamlessly.

Green Areas Pedestrian Paths

Ripple Effect Pedestrian Paths

Pedestrian Paths Sun Path

Pedestrian Paths Multiple Entrances

Masterplan 1:500

Section C Surrounding Buildings Density Pedestrian Paths

Multiple Activities Pedestrian Paths

Bermuda Grass

Carex Bicknellii - Color Scheme

[RE]tropolitan City of Aleppo ALEPPO, SYRIA

[RE]TROPOLITAN CITY OF ALEPPO ALEPPO, SYRIA GRADUATION THESIS Type Post-War Reconstruction Status Concept Design

The city of Aleppo is one of the first and most important cities in the history of mankind. However, due to the unfortunate war that’s been going on in Syria for the past 7 years, the city (as well as the whole country) has witnessed a lot of death and destruction. This dissertation project aims to provide a proposal that applies new methods and techniques of sustainable and resilient architecture for the city of Aleppo through conducting an in depth research of the history of the country, the city, the war and its impacts as well as previous case studies of major cities that were able to rise up successfully after suffering the consequences of a vicious war.

INNOVATION CENTER Date 2018

DUBAI, UAE The project tackled the city’s issues on three different scales where new solutions were EDUCATION Client Diamond Developers Area 20,339 sq.m. Type B+G+2 Education

proposed on the city scale, the urban scale and the architectural scale. While the city scale studied the cities general layout and disadvantages and helped to improve them, the urban scale aimed to propose more specific solutions and help to provide the city with a new code of urban design for the future. The architectural scale tackled general issues of architecture and design in order to help bring forth sustainable and smart solutions for the city’s future construction projects. Overall, the main goal of the project was to provide the city with a new perspective and new architectural and urban solutions in order to help the city be reborn as a sustainable, resilient and smart metropolitan.

Status Construction Drawings

Responsibilities:

Date 2015 - 2018

- 250 Page Research (Thesis) - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

AERODYNAMICS OF A SPA CORNICHE - ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

AERODYNAMICS OF A SPA CORNICHE - ABU DHABI, UAE GRADUATION PROJECT Type Entertainment Status Concept Design

This project combines the latest technological advancements of science, architecture and engineering into an ambitious proposal of the future. The project derives its inspiration from the architectural shapes and fluid forms that can be found in smoke. The project started with researching these forms in an in depth manner, tackling the forms under different obstacles and conditions in order to understand the aerodynamics of gas, smoke and air.

INNOVATION CENTER Date 2013

After analyzing and understanding the aerodynamic properties of air and gas, the project was simulated on various different engineering and architectural softwares in order to make sure that the scientific methods, theories and conclusions that were reached in the research process of the project were actually accurate. After executing numerous successful experiments and finding that aerodynamics can be controlled and molded into shaping architecture and providing shelter, the project proposed to have a fully dynamic spa experience that is controlled by the aerodynamics of air and steam. Resembling a large a sauna or a steam room, the projects spaces were designed to be molded and shaped by the amount of air and steam that occupies the space as well as the temperature and density of the air.

DUBAI, UAE EDUCATION Client Diamond Developers Area 20,339 sq.m. Type B+G+2 Education Status Construction Drawings Date 2015 - 2018

For instance, while cold spaces with slower air flow and lower density and temperature would make smaller spaces, hot spaces with a faster flow of air and higher density and air temperature would help the space to expand to its maximum potential. This way, the project becomes completely interactive and can be shaped and molded to fit the needs of the users of the projects as well as the function required by the project. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Rendering - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

MARITIME MUSEUM

CARRER DE CIRCUMVALACIÃ&#x201C;, BARCELONA, SPAIN

MARITIME MUSEUM

CARRER DE CIRCUMVALACIĂ&#x201C;, BARCELONA, SPAIN EDUCATION Type Education Status Concept Design

Located on the busy docks of Barcelona, the Maritime Museum is a newly proposed architectural sculpture that is designed to be a new attraction for tourists and citizens of all age brackets. The project draws its inspiration from various different nautical elements such as the rocky shores of the dock as well as the historical Spanish ships. The burtalist building stands out within its urban context and hovers over the water in a state that aims to create a direct connection between the old city and its neighboring sea. The green roof was not only proposed to provide the users and visitors of the Museum with a wonderful architectural experience, but it was also placed there in order to balance the solid look of the project as well as to highlight the origami-like roof.

INNOVATION CENTER Date 2017

DUBAI, UAE EDUCATION Client Diamond Developers Area 20,339 sq.m. Type B+G+2 Education Status Construction Drawings Date 2015 - 2018

While the skylights located on the periphery of the project help to bring an ethereal feel to the interior spaces, and outdoor courtyard and water-body is located at the center of the project in order to help provide the users with a stunning spatial experience and bring a soothing synergy between the exterior and interior spaces of the project. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Rendering - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

WATERFRONT OF CONTEMPORARY ART (WOCA) RIVA VINCENZO VELA - LUGANO, SWITZERLAND

WATERFRONT OF CONTEMPORARY ART (WOCA) RIVA VINCENZO VELA - LUGANO, SWITZERLAND EDUCATION Type Education Status Concept Design Date 2017

During the progression of Lugano from the period of the 19th century canton to the 20th century bank city, the city experienced a lack of landscape planning and forethought, and now as the city has progressed past the stage of being a bank city, Lugano is faced with the issue of properly defining its position as a waterfront city, and finding its new identity. This proposal offers an opportunity for the city to exploit its position on the waterfront, take advantage of the new interest and investment into art and culture- as initiated by the introduction of the LAC (Lugano Arts Centre) and continue in this direction to establish the new identity of Lugano as a hub of art and culture in Europe. Fading the line between the water and the city, and between art and the public, the resulting new collective of public spaces and open galleries aim to stitch together the existing networks of culture and leisure as the new economic driving forces and replace what was once dominated by the banks with the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first waterfront dedicated to contemporary art. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

LUGANO STATION

2 1

11 6

PIAZZA RIFORMA LUGANO TOWN HALL

B 13

FUNICOLARE DEGLI ANGIOLI PARCO CIANI

LAC

17 15

WoCa

Waterfront of Contemporary Art 9

C C

This proposal offers an opportunity for the city to exploit its position on the waterfront, take advantage of the new interest and investment into art and culture- as initiated by the introduction of the LAC (Lugano Arts Centre) and continue in this direction to establish the new identity of Lugano as a hub of art and culture in Europe.

Fading the line between the water and the city, and between art and the public, the resulting new collective of public spaces and open galleries aim to stitch together the existing networks of culture and leisure as the new economic driving forces and replace what was once dominated by the banks with the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first waterfront dedicated to contemporary art. SEBASTIAN WATERS MULHAM JAZMATI SAMMY ZARKA STEFANIA SINISCALCHI

MASTERPLAN

SCALE 1:1000

The new waterfront masterplan sees a new journey from the LAC to Parco Ciani; a dynamic passage through a variety of interwoven art galleries, public spaces, activity spaces and leisure spaces. Public spaces are extended over the water as the water is extended into public spaces, offering a new experience of Lugano as a waterfront city. Public spaces are imagined not only for public use, but for how they can be adapted to host and support different cultural activities.

1. The current situation of the waterfront is a strong division

between the water and the city due to the prescence of a busy road along the red line.

2. The proposed solution to the problem of the road is to create a car tunnel underground, and pedestrianize the area between the city and the waterfront.

BEFORE

The waterfront is divided by the existing road which creates a barrier between the city and the waterfront. The road creates a great deal of noise which hinders waterfront leisure and activity, and creates an unconnected experience of the city as a waterfront city

3. Specific axes between the city and the waterfront are iden- 4. Based on the new vistas and the orientation of the buildtified to create vistas and strengthen the visual connection to the water and the waterfront.

AFTER

The new proposed car tunnel is vital to create uninterrupted visual and physical connections between the city and the waterfront.

ings on the waterfront, a new waterfront is formed is created by extending public space onto the water or bringing the water towards the city

BEFORE

The waterfront edge is a long, linear experience, not relating to the city

5. The new waterfront is activated by means of the various

public and art-related functions which create a variety of spaces with different scales, suited for different events and activities.

AFTER

New visual and physical connections are made to make the waterfront relatable to the city.

6. Green spaces such as the monumental trees are main-

tained, while additional green space is added to soften the landscape, provide shading at the waterfront as well as retain water during the event of a flood

BEFORE

Attractions in Lugano such as the LAC, the town hall and city centre, and the Parco Ciani are disconnected

1. Operations Mangement Building 2. Loading station 3. Loading dock 4. New car tunnel 5. Extended underground parking 6. Access from parking 7. Function and event space 8. Floating Garden 9. Adaptable platform 10. Amphitheatre 11. Old Statue Square 12. Waterfront promenade

13. Swimming harbour 14. Ferry terminal 15. New Town Square 16. Old Town square 17. Sunken water square 18. Green Sculpture steps 19. Open air gallery 20. Cub house 21. Sunken Market square 22. Restaurant 23. Waterfront Gardens. 24. Parco Ciani

Major art zones Adjustable Lighting Wifi and connectivity infrastructures

7. The waterfront spaces are designed to be navigable by

means of boats and ferry, enhancing the activities and experience of the new waterfront.

AFTER

The attractions of Lugano become connected through an exciting variety of public space which forms the much needed landscape between the city and the waterfront.

BEFORE

The current waterfront experience in this area of Lugano is a monotonous and mundane walk along the existing promenade, with a barrier between the promenade and the water, in the form of a fence and a +2m level change.The activities are limited to looking and boating.

AFTER

Together with the art, the level changes in the landscape and rethinking the areas of contact with the water, a new experience of the water and the waterfront is created. Many new opportunities for water activities are promoted.

BEFORE

The existing waterfront line is clearly de-

fined and separatated from the existing city and its important spaces

AFTER

Manipulating the shoreline blurs the

boundaries between the city and the water, and defines the city of Lugano as a real waterfront city.

NEW WATERFRONT FUNCTIONS SCALE 1:500

A series of buildings are propsed to activate the waterfront and serve the public and art spaces. These buildings would be translucent so as not to disrupt the views to the lake, but contain an inner tensile roof which can vary and adjust over the open plan space below. The building design suggested to suit this waterfront is one that is incredibly adaptableto change and accomodate a plethora of functions. The building design should be flexible to evolve with the changing program of the waterfront is These buildings help to sustain and maintain the waterfront FERRY TERMINAL

NEW TOWN SQUARE

OLD TOWN SQUARE

SECTION A-A SCALE 1:500 Section through the old town square and the new square on the water.

NEW FERRY TERMINAL SCALE 1:500

SWIMMING HARBOUR

RESTAURANT SCALE 1:500

BOATING CLUB-HOUSE SCALE 1:500

WATERFRONT PROMENADE

FUNCTION VENUE SCALE 1:500

NEW SPACE-MAKING INFRASTRUCTURE SCALE 1:250

Details of the vertical pole elements which are responsible for lighting,electricity, technology, wifi and temporary structure support throughout the new waterfront. These structures are intended to increase the adaptability and usability of the waterfront spaces as public spaces and as spaces which facilitate a wide range of cutural activties and art installations for a year round-constantly changing and evolving program OPERABLE SPOTLIGHTS

SECTION B-B SCALE 1:250 Section through the new ferry terminal, promenade and the swimming harbour that separates them

OPERABLE SPOTLIGHTS

BOATING CLUB HOUSE

MARKET SQUARE

BRACING TO HARBOUR STRUCTURE BRACING TO HARBOUR STRUCTURE STRUCTURAL PILING

ELEVATION

SECTION

PLAN

AN EVOLVING WATERFRONT LANDSCAPE- ALTERNATIVES The waterfront is designed with a range of distinctive spaces which offer various opportunities for public and cultural activity. The program is intended to activate the waterfront throughout the 4 seasons, as well as during the day and night. The axonometric images below show how the same spaces are adapted for different functions.

NEW FLOATING PLATFORM INFRASTRUCTURE

The floating platforms 8 and 9 are constructed from light-weight modular elements which enable the platforms to be assembled and disassembled in various proportions and configurations as necessary. The modules of the floating garden are interchangeable with those of the floating art platform, and can create a variety of spaces. The floating garden functions as phyto-remediation filters for the lake water and a haven for birds and insects. The floating art platform functions as art space, or an art island.

SECTION C-C SCALE 1:250 Section through the new sunken market square which links to the city through the axis of the archways of the existing buildings

THE STEPPED AMPHITHEATRE

The amphitheatre is designed to accommodate performance art, sculptures, screenings such as in an out-door cinema, as well as a water-square which functions as a playful public space when the water levels are higher. The prescence of the vertical poles enable the space to be lit, screens to be constructed and shadings to be added as required by the space.

THE SWIMMING HARBOUR

Surrounded by a new waterfront promenade and stairs which descend into the water, this semi-enclosed portion of the lake is intended for water activities throughout the summer, and offers interesting opportunities for art installations and leisure.

THE NEW TOWN SQUARE

The level of Luganoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s old town square is manipulated to provide the opportunity for water to enter the city. When the water levels are low, the old town square forms a pathway to the water; between a variety of public spaces and open galleries. When the water levels are high, the old town square is submerged and the new town square becomes an island of public space, connected only by one bridge leaving the lower levels navigable only by boat.

THE SUNKEN MARKET SQUARE

On the edge of the commercial area of the city, and inbetween the parco Ciani and the new boating Club House, the level of th landscape is lowered to a sunken plaza, which provides the opportunity for markets and events or series, thematic or pop-u exhibitions.

ADAPTABLE FLOATING PLATFORM

The modular floating platform is a flexible space that can only be reached by boat, and that can be assembled to suit a multitude of functions such as an art exhibition island, a diving or water sports arena etc. The platform can be dissassembled and relocated to other areas of the waterfront where needed.

MUSIC SCHOOL & AUDITORIUM VIA PRIMO MAGGIO - PIACENZA, ITALY

MUSIC SCHOOL & AUDITORIUM VIA PRIMO MAGGIO - PIACENZA, ITALY EDUCATION Type Education Status Concept Design Date 2016

Located in the heart of the city of Piacenza, the newly proposed Music School & Auditorium was designed to bring a new perspective of life and joy for the citizens and the youth of the city. The city of Piacenza holds a very important historical and geographical location in Europe as well as Italy due to its prime position at the heart of ‘‘Corridor 5’’ which connects Kiev and Lisbon together. The city of Piacenza is also an essential city within the region due to its close proximity to numerous major cities in Italy such as Milano, Turino and Venice.

Although the project brief only called for the design of a new Music School and Auditorium, the proposed project took a much larger and much more intricate urban approach. The project aimed to connect various green spaces within the city together by creating a water body that runs through the city and revitalizes the unused areas and spaces. This initiative was also essential in helping to draw the people from the city’s busy nucleus to the western edge of the city, where the project is located.

The project’s site is situated in the Western Barracks of Piacenza; which falls on the intersection of Via Emilia Pavese with Via Primo Maggio, both of which are primary streets that are located on the western, suburban area, of the city of Piacenza.

The project is comprised of several elements such as offices spaces, dormitories, student centers and libraries, that come together in unison to create a wonderful architectural and spatial experience.

Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Rendering - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

REGENERATION OF A DAIRY FARM CASCINA FORNACE - MILAN, ITALY

REGENERATION OF A DAIRY FARM CASCINA FORNACE - MILAN, ITALY EDUCATION Type Education Status Concept Design Date 2017

Cascina Fornace is a historical farm that is located on the outskirts of Milano. The project revolved around the regeneration of the historical dairy farm in order to help the city’s economic and environmental initiatives and efficiency. The project aimed to maintain the old farm’s rich history by proposing smart and sustainable solutions that were designed to regenerate the farm’s production system meanwhile maintaining environmental and economic efficiency. The project is made up of several elements that come together in order to create a wholesome system that operates efficiently and that is interconnected with the neighbouring Cascini and cities. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Rendering - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

TABLE 5 PLAN 1:200

STRUCTURAL PLAN 1:200

SCALE 1:200

1 6.0 M

6.0 M

B 6.0 M

A R

F 7

6.6 M

11 2

10 3

RENDERED AT POINT R

6 9 5 4

A- ACER CAMPASTRE B- ALIANTHUS C- AEGILOPS TAUSCHII COSS D- AVENA FATUA L

ARCHITECTURAL LEGEND

1- MILKING AREA 2- MILK AND CHEESE IMPORTATION STATION 3- MILK AND CHEESE PASTEURIZATION AREA 4- MILK AND CHEESE PACKAGING AREA

5- MILK AND CHEESE COOLING AREA 6- RESEARCH LAB 7- MILK AND CHEESE STORAGE AREA 8- OUTDOOR MARKET

RENDER

LANDSCAPE LEGEND

3.0 M

5.5 M

6.0 M

2.4 M

35.7 M

55.6 M

SCALE 1:200

9- LOADING / UNLOADING AREA 10- LECTURE HALLS R- RENDERING LOCATION

6.0 M

5.0 M

8.0 M

5.0 M

6.0 M

LANDSCAPE QUALITY OBJECTIVES

THE PURPOSE OF THE STUDY IS TO LEARN THE HISTORY OF THE CASCINA IN ORDER TO UNDERSTAND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVOLUTION PROCESS AND REFLECT IT ONTO OUR DESIGN.

IN 1745, VERY FEW BUILDINGS EXISTED ON THE SITE, HOWEVER, THE LAND WAS MAINLY USED FOR PLANTING MULBERRIES WHICH WERE USED FOR FEEDING SILKWORMS. CASE STUDIES

WT FARMHOUSE , GRISHIPOLL

RENOVATION OF A FARM, PENNSYLVANIA

ECOLOGICAL IMPACTS AND CONSUMPTION

SYNCHRONIC

TABLE 2

1745

THIS STUDY ALSO SHOWS THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE GREEN CORRIDORS AROUND THE AREA AND THE CHANGE OF THE LAND USAGE THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, WHICH IN TURN CAN HELP IN THE REGENERATION PROCESS OF SWOT ANALYSIS THE CASCINA.

IN 1820, A BRICK KILN WAS BUILT IT WAS COMMONLY USED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE AREA. FURTHERMORE, THE LAND WAS BETTER UTILIZED & THE CULTIVATION OF THE LAND WAS MAINLY FOCUSED ON HAY, CORN AND MEADOW. ALSO, THE FIRST FEW GREEN CORRIDORS WERE DEVELOPED.

YOUNG STREET LANE OFFICES , EDINBURGH

1820

TODAY

AS FOR TODAY, THE CASCINA IS MAINLY USED FOR COW DIAGRAMS BREEDING. THE SURROUNDING AREAS ARE MAINLY CULTIFUNCTIONAL PROGRAM VATED THROUGH HAY (FOR THE COWS) AND CORN (FOR HUMANS)

DISTRIBUTIVE SOLUTION PRODUCTION RECYCLE EXPORT

3 ACER CAMPESTRE

2190 TONS PER YEAR

STABLES

MILKING AREA

1641 T OF MILK PER YEAR AREA: 243 SQUARE METERS

5 ACER CAMPESTRE

DESIGN ALTERNATIVES AS MENTIONED PREVIOUSLY, A SERIES OF STUDIES WERE EXECUTED ON THE CASCINA IN ORDER TO FIND THE MOST IDEAL PLACEMENT OF EACH OF THE SPACES IN ACCORDANCE TO THEIR FUNCTIONS AND THEIR HISTORICAL VALUE. SEVERAL DESIGN ALTERNATIVES WERE DEVELOPED BEFORE REACHING THE FINAL RESULT WHICH IS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAMS PROVIDED. THE DIAGRAMS ALSO EXPLAIN THE DISTRIBUTIVE SOLUTION THAT WAS DEVELOPED FOR THE CASCINA IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FINAL DESIGN ALTERNATIVE THAT IS PROPOSED.

WASTE

100 COWS

4 ALIANTHUS

RESIDENTS

EXISTING RESIDENTS APPROX. 5 PEOPLE

MILKING PASTEURIZATION AREA: 312 SQUARE METERS

1615 LITRES PER YEAR

FERTILIZER

PART OF MANURE WILL BE USED AS FERTILIZER

EXPORT

PRODUCTION LAB

NEW WORK OPPORTUNITIES AREA: 587 SQUARE METERS

AS MENTIONED PREVIOUSLY, THE CASCINA WAS USED AS STORAGE RESTAURANT A BRICK KILN IN THE PAST. THE BRICKS PRODUCED WERE STORED IN THE CASCINA. THE DOOR SHOWN WAS THE ENMARKET AREA TRANCE AND EXIT THAT WAS USED WHEN GOODS NEEDED TO BE TRANSPORTED IN OR OUT OF THE CASCINA. NEW WORK OPPORTUNITIES CONSUMPTION OF LOCAL PRODUCTS INDOOR AREA: 45 SQUARE METERS OUTDOOR AREA: 120 SQUARE METERS

COOLING AND STORAGE AREA AREA: 326 SQUARE METERS

PROMOTING LOCAL PRODUCTS NEW WORK OPPORTUNITIES AREA: 370 SQUARE METERS

GAS

1KG OF MANURE =0.24 M3

DIRECT ACCESS TO THE MAIN CANAL AND ROADS

NTURY

1 HEDERA

HAY

MOVED TO CARE PHNOM PNEH - PHNOM PNEH, CAMBODIA

MOVED TO CARE PHNOM PNEH - PHNOM PNEH, CAMBODIA HEALTHCARE Type Modular Clinics Competition Status Concept Design Date 2014

The Moved To Care initiative was an international competition that was launched by the HEAL foundation. Numerous companies, professionals and students took part in the competition and the competition was divided into two categories, the professional category and the student category. The competition brief called for the design of a modular clinic that would help the poor in Cambodia and help to spread medical awareness within the region. Although I was still a student at the time, I was recruited by Buro Happold to join their team of engineers in order to help design the modular clinic project in Cambodia. I was the lead architect of the project and I had the help of a structural engineer, an environmental engineer and a facade engineer. Even though we did not win the competition, our proposal was short-listed as one of the finalists in the professional category.

Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Rendering - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

HEAL

health, environment, advanced living

M101137

The HEAL Concept To heal, is at natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heartâ&#x20AC;Ś To bring healthcare to those with few resources is a privilege. To bring healthcare without demanding resources has been our vision. Re-purposing local materials in simple, clean and flexible building forms, achieves a built environment that reacts and draws from its surroundings. Where healthcare is needed the most, in the remotest of locations, gives reason to create adaptable facility performance, not reason to compromise. To provide healing is our designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reward, but greater still, to leave behind only a stimulated community, helping themselves towards better living.

Key Features Building forms which focus on the use of local, low-cost, recyclable and reusable materials, engineered to yield durability and low maintenance demands. Building systems for rainwater collection with human powered pumping systems Hexagonal building forms provide opportunity for optimised window placement for extensive use of natural lighting and cross ventilation. Self-sustained environmental performance, providing sterility and comfort control, powered by Bio-energy systems that support local community resources. Minimal Environmental Impact, preservation of local flora and fauna.

2014

M101137

HEAL

health, environment, advanced living

Plan, section and elevation

17 15

3 7

1 10

Main entrance

10 Consultation room 1

Foyer/ Reception

11 Consultation room 2

Exhibition area

12 Foyer

Kitchen

13 Surgical operations room

Disabled toilet

14 Medical storage room

Toilet

15 Water-tank

Bridge

16 Roof drainage

Waiting area

17 Disabled ramp 1:12

Exhibition area

AL AIN RESEARCH & HOUSING FACILITY JABAL HAFEET - AL AIN, UAE

AL AIN RESEARCH & HOUSING FACILITY JABAL HAFEET - AL AIN, UAE MIXED USE Type Research Center and 12 Villas Status Concept Design Date 2012

The circular arrangement that was taken during the design approach of the Al Ain Research and Housing Facility was inspired by the radial elements that are often found in nature, culture and religion. The idea of the importance of the core was looked into during the development of this project. Hence usually, all radial patterns revolve around a central core (that is the most important part of the system) Thus, when the Al Ain Research and Housing Facility proposed to have the research facility at the core of the project, while the housing of the staff as well as lush greenery and water features radiated from the center to form the system and come together as a whole. The project houses a total of 12 villas that are aimed to provide shelter for the families of the staff and provide them with a comfortable and a family friendly environment to live in.

Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Rendering - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

X-TERIOR RETAIL CENTER JUMEIRAH - DUBAI, UAE

X-TERIOR RETAIL CENTER JUMEIRAH - DUBAI, UAE RETAIL Type Shopping Center Status Concept Design Date 2012

Adjacent to the infamous Jumeirah Beach, The X-Terior Retail Center is a newly proposed shopping mall that aims to create the perfect outdoor and indoor shopping experience for its visitors. However, the project is not limited to shopping as it consists of 16 individual buildings that are a combination of both retail spaces, multi-function spaces as well as restaurants and cafes. Inspired by the idea of the old souks of the UAE and the Middle East, The X-Terior Retail Center attempts to translate the old architectural ideology in a contemporary way; creating a hybrid between the old and the new. Similar to the old souks, the X-Terior Retail Center also aims to create a seamless connection between outdoor and indoor spaces, creating a comfortable experience for the visitors all year round. Responsibilities: - Site Analysis, Research and Diagramming - Concept Design (Plans, Elevations, etc) - Working Drawings (Plans, Sections, etc) - Presentation Drawings (Photoshop) - Rendering - 3D Modelling - Space Planning - Concept Report Preparation

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

EXTRACURRICULAR PROJECTS 2009 - 2019

A collection of projects, skills and hobbies that I have acquired, worked on and invested my time in during the course of the past ten years. Ranging from architectural model making, sketching and water coloring skills to award-nominated photographs and popular fashion design pieces that garnered a lot of attention within the region.

3D MODELING MODEL MAKING

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techonogical machinery such as laser cutters, CNC machines and vacuum forming machines.

MODEL MAKING Although the process of model making can be tedious and hectic at times, it plays an extremely important role in understanding materiality and scale. The exploration of different materials and discovering new materials that can be used in making a model is an exciting experience that is unmatched. However, the most rewarding feeling of all is looking at the product of the countless hours of model making and experiencing the rewarding feeling the pride and joy that comes along with it. During the past 10 years of my professional and academic architectural journey, I was able to work on numerous models and tackle various different materials. Some of the models that I worked on were modelled by hand completely, using numerous cutters and rulers and others were modelled using techonogical machinery such as laser cutters, CNC machines and vacuum forming machines.

SKETCHING & WATERCOLORING One of my biggest fears before joining architecture school was that I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to draw or sketch. My drawing skills were below the minimum and that caused me a lot of concern. However, after speaking with one of the professors at my college, I realized that although drawing is often a natural talent, it can also be developed if one was to show enough dedication and hard work towards. Therefore, after embarking on my architectural journey, I spent countless hours working on my technical drawing, free hand drawing and sketching skills. Although I am surely no artist, I was able to gain enough knowledge and drawing techniques to help me communicate design ideas and help progress my architectural thinking through sketching. Moreover, during the time I spent developing my drawing skills, I also picked up the hobby of pencil and water coloring. I became interested in learning different techniques of pencil and water coloring and was extremely curious to studying the result of combining both art forms into one. The result was a marvellous series of art pieces that utilizes soothing color combinations and intricate architectural and geometrical forms into an abstract artistic expression.

SKETCHING & WATERCOLORING

One of my biggest fears before joining architecture school was that I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to draw or sketch. My drawing skills were below the minimum and that caused me a lot of concern. However, after speakng with one of the professors at my college, I realized that although drawing is often a natural talent, it can also be developed if one was to show enough dedication and hard work towards.

Therefore, after embarking on my architectural journey, I spent countless hours working on my technical drawing, free hand drawing and sketching skills. Although I am surely no artist, I was able to gain enough knowledge and drawing techniques to help me communicate design ideas and help progress my architectural thinking through sketching.

Moreover, during the time I spent developing my drawing skills, I also picked up the hobby of pencil and water coloring. I became interested in learning different techniques of pencil and water coloring and was extremely curious to studying the result of combining both art forms into one. The result was a marvellous series of art pieces that utilizes soothing color combinations and intricate architectural and geometrical forms into an abstract artistic expression.

PHOTOGRAPHY One of the hobbies that I found myself invested in was the art of photography. I would not dare call myself a photographer, out of respect for those that dedicate their lives for the love of the art but I would humbly call myself a photography enthusiast. I picked up the hobby of photography in 2010 and have been working on my craft for the past few years. I participated in numerous local and international competitions, the latest of which was called The Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Awards (HIPA) competition and a couple of my photographs were short-listed in the competition. My love for architecture is what drove me to pursue photography. Since photography was a tool that helped me capture the numerous architectural marvels that I came across during my years of travelling and adventure. Some of my photographs were also often used in online magazines and publications such as Jaffat Al Aqlam as well as numerous social media pages such as dubailoving. My photography skills were also able to capture the attention of many fellow enthusiasts and have helped me to garner a total of 10 thousand followers on social media; a feat that sounds ridiculous in my honest opinion but is worth mentioning due to the overwhelming success and popularity of social media in the age and times that we live in today.

FASHION DESIGN In 2014, I launched a project that was called Archiware, this project aimed to combine the three things that I am most passionate about into one single outlet of creativity and innovation. The initiative of Archiware was proposed to design fashion pieces that reflect the architectural masterpieces of each region. Starting with the amazing architectural wonders of the United Arab Emirates, the first few pieces that were designed tackled infamous architectural landmarks of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. However, the project was not limited to the UAE, as it was proposed to help people from all around the world to reflect the architectural masterpieces of their cities and countries and take pride in their architectural heritage and culture. Sort of like an architectural interpretation of the I Love New York and I Love ‘‘Whatever Famous City’’ t shirts that are often sold to tourists, the Archiware project was aimed to help promote people’s love for their cities in a fashionable and architectural manner. The project managed to gain a lot of attention from various people and numerous media outlets. Magazines such as Tempo magazine and internet blogs such as DubaiLoving are two examples of the numerous media outlets that showed attention in the new project.

Links: http://feelyourtempo.com/archiware-from-blueprint-to-screenprint/ https://dubailoving.wordpress.com/2015/04/14/meet-mulham-and-archiwareltd/