Portfolio 2018 - Nicolas Wicart

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Portfolio

Nicolas Wicart


Profile Graduated in Architecture, I am a highly sociable and active person who loves to be challenged by new situations. Curious in every area I am passionate about each project I undertake either in Architecture or other fields. I see architecture as a way to convert space through theoretical and experimental research to make contemporary lifestyle possible and imagine future lifestyle.

Work experience 2016/ Present

Jean-Christophe Quinton architecte

Paris, France

2015/ Present

Self employement

Brussels, Belgium

2014/2015

Steingarden

Brussels, Belgium

March/June 2014

Nosigner

Yokohama, Japan

Architecture - Project manager. - Construction of 83 social housing units, Ermont (in construction) - Refurbishment of a studio, Paris (in progress) - Refurbishment of an office, Paris (delivered)

Architecture - Self employed. - Design of a fitness center, Brussels (in progress) - Refurbishment of an appartement, Paris (delivered) - Refurbishment of an appartment, Brussels (in progress) - Refurbishment & extension of a house , Brussels (in progress)

Landscape planning - Freelance designer. - Design of a private garden, Brussels (delivered) - Design of a courtyard, Brussels (delivered)

Design - Intern. - Design of a shop, Tokyo (delivered) - Signage for heritage research, Japan (in progress)


Education Université Libre de Bruxelles Faculty of Architecture La Cambre-Horta

Brussels, Belgium

Keio University Faculty of Science and Technology

Tokyo, Japan

Université Libre de Bruxelles Faculty of Architecture la Cambre-Horta

Brussels, Belgium

2009/2010

Kaplan Aspect, International English school

Brisbane, Australia

2009/2010

Collège Cardinal Mercier

Brussels, Belgium

2014/2015

Master 2 in Architecture: Magna cum laude Laboratory: Production Unit 2013/2014

Master 1 in Architecture: Summa cum laude Laboratory: Almazan Studio Lab

2010/2013

Bachelor in Architecture: Magna cum laude

Intensive English courses

High school degree

Languages & Softwares French: Mother tongue English: Fluent - TOEFEL 108/120 Dutch: Conversational level

Autocad, Rhinoceros, Sketchup, Archicad Office suite, Adobe suite

Passions & Skills Field hockey, Mountaineering Kitesurfing, Sailing, Photography

Organizational skills, attentive to details, work under pressure, multiple projects coordination, ability to meet deadlines


XXL Linear City


West Axis is an urban project taking place along a 7.5 kilometer boulevard in Western Brussels. This road stands out as an interesting ground for densification, in different studies, because of its elevated location and large usable plots. Today, it physically links three centralities: a football stadium, a basilica and the royal park. The intention of this proposal is to anticipate densification in order to prevent the lack of infrastructure and public amenities in the near future. Two major actions would enable the revitalization of the axis: the settlement of an urban spine, a tramline, facilitating overall access and the creation of new socio-economic polarities. The high-rise is an obvious answer for the construction of urban centralities for its functional mixing, density and qualities as a landmark. The attention here has been carried towards the base of the tower, its relation to transportation infrastructure as well as its appropriation by the inhabitants. Around the polarities, the public space extends towards the tram stops, giving priority to pedestrian. A large covered plaza is built around the existing church to welcome local users and various activities. The programs hosted within the buildings complete the public amenities needed for the expected 120.000 inhabitants.

Collaboration with Margaux Lejeune


Model picture Intentions


Site plan Existing polarities


Diagram Urban organization


Existing buildings Densification Existing buildings Existing centralities New tramline New tram stops New centralities


Perspective New polarity


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Plan New polarity


Section New polarity


Isometric drawing New polarity


XL S


Having no prerequisite constraints concerning the location or program, this project is the conclusion of a six months research based on the concept of Supernormal. Developed by J. Morrison and N. Fukasawa in 2006, the Supernormal concept lended its name to an exhibition gathering some 210 design artifacts, which were all connected by their extreme normality. From the observation of these exhibits, four words emerged to clarify the concept. Archetype as every object is based on one, being either the physical artifact itself or the manufacturing process. Absence as every object is non-superfluous, non-exceptional. Rational as every object is both functional and visually balanced. Modification as every object is slightly modified for its optimization. The site, a leftover space between two train tracks and row houses, was chosen for its strong sense of normality. It is generated by the confrontation of usual and extremely regulated systems. All along the process, the four words served as guidelines for the project: The storage function is conceived as the archetypal figure of our society always in transition. The resettlement of this storage within the denser city modifies its organization and program. The vertically organized building now accommodates every transitional need, from heavy pending containers to humans in life conversion. Therefore, each stories’ structural system is rationally planned according to the manipulated goods, creating numerous competent volumes. More than just a functional edifice, the construction adapts to the neighborhood in terms of heights and humble materials.


Perspective Rails level


Isometric drawing Urban context


Isometric section Functions’ variety


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Plan Function’s variety


Perspective Street level


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Section Structure’s adaptation



L Social hous


This project has been tought as a transition between the various urban entities. On the northen side, detached houses are separated by gardens and accessed by a private street, while the southern side is limited by a train track and the eastern side faces a denser urban fabric close to the station. With this in mind, it seemed important to us to divide the project into three buildings, each relating to its context. The general design offers a smooth transition from an urban to a more domestic scale. The train track and addition of a new street induce the creation of a bordering facade. The length and scale of the first building are an answer to the urban scale of the infrastructure it is facing. On the side street, the second building’s higher floors are narrowed down to create a smooth transition of scales. The thin attached houses inside the parcel free most of the space for private gardens and greenery, to preserve the plot’s domestic appearance.

as Project manager at Jean-Christophe Quinton architecte


Perspective Street level



Layout plan 3 Identities


1st Building

2nd Building

3rd Building Elevations Material unity


Studio - Perspective

1st, 2nd, 3rd Floor plan

Plan & Perspective 1st Building


2 rooms - Perspective

1st, 2nd, 3rd Floor plan

Plan & Perspective 2nd Building


Plan & Elevations 3rd Building



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Water Fitne


For this private commission, the client asked us to design an aquatic fitness center on an artificial plot in Waterloo, Belgium. The client is currently looking for investors interested in funding the project. The plan widens in the back, allowing the narrow front of the building to fit its low-rise residential context, while still boasting a wide open swimming pool in the backyard. The plan is symmetrically divided by a triangular corridor that creates a visual and physical connection through the building. The inverted hall’s roof frames the swimming pool and sky as users enter the building. It then extends over the recess in the building’s front to create a porch. The alcove thus created enables to use both the fitness entrance and the therapy room separately. The side facade are intentionally opaque to accommodate the private changing rooms lit from above and to enhance the building’s shape.

Collaboration with Margaux Lejeune


Perspective Backyard view



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Elevations


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Studio Jaco


The clients bought an adjoining ‘chambre de bonne’ in order to accommodate a guest room their Parisian apartment. The old room accessible from a service staircase had a surface of 25m2 and a ceiling height of 2.15m. The price per square meter being extremely valuable in their ward, the objective was to optimize the space and the light provided by the only window. At Jean-Christophe Quinton architecte, we try to solve the problems and constraints through the use of geometry and shapes. Based on this principal, the room’s design carries both a strong identity and practical sense. The arch-shaped plan frees space on both sides to hold closets, a niche and a private bathroom. The light wooden floor reflects the light from the window on the darker wooden panels, creating a warm atmosphere for this new bedroom.

as Project manager at Jean-Christophe Quinton architecte


Perspective Bedroom


Plan Arch-shape


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Träben Rum LIT

LIT


This project, which is currently in prototyping phase, is part of a collaboration between the free university of Brussels and the faculty of architecture’s Fab Lab. The task was to design a set of furniture: a bed, closet, desk and shelves for a student room between 10 and 15 square meters. According to the university, the proposal had to be resistant, adaptable to any rooms and could not exceed 900 euros in total cost. Additionally, the Fab Lab’s directives were to use CNC machine wood and screws only. The analysis of various studios and the interviews with students revealed the proposal’s key points: an elegant and flexible set of furniture optimizing the storage volume and giving the studio a strong identity. This serie of furniture takes advantage of the various constraints, turning them into design opportunities. The height of the bed and the desk’s double board create additional storage spaces. The bedside table lines up with the bed, which in turn lines up with the desk and shelves in order to offer numerous rational spatial possibilities. The tilted legs offer better resistance and contribute to the visual unity. Finally the boards’ section, the rational incisions and the position of the screws act together as a subtle ornamentation while strengthening the node.

Collaboration with Alice Dalle & Margot Loof


Rendering Table


Isometric drawing Table


XS Run Throug


As part of a future collaboration with a Belgian brand, we designed a jewelry line, currently in prototyping phase. The mission’s requirement was to invent a new set of customizable jewels for women of all generations. ‘Run Through’ is a set of geometric shapes that can be used both as a necklace or a bracelet. Each piece is composed of a chain and one or more pendants. The pendants of various shapes are punctually pierced on their sides. These openings enable the bearer to pass the chain through the jewel(s), creating patterns within the shape.

Collaboration with Karine Szekeres


Picture Bracelet


Detailed drawing Bracelet



Nicolas Wicart +1 (416) 731-5790 nicolaswicart@gmail.com


Portfolio

Nicolas Wicart


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