Portfolio 2018 kiem nguyen by Kiem Nguyen

PORTFOLIO 2018

KIEM NGUYEN

architect

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Architecture is a mixture of nostalgia and extreme anticipation. Jean Baudrillard

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SELECTED WORKS

2008-2018

project management

MéDIACITé

JARDINS DE LA SOURCE

Construction of five luxury apartment buildings.

ABOUT ME

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p. 10-11

I believe true innovation is only possibe through a multidisciplinary design approach where architects, clients and builders work collectively to create better living environments.

Tenants coordination for a shopping mall.

My practice of architecture goes hand in hand with this approach which keep constantly a window open for creativity throughout the entire lifecycle of the project.

interior design

VITALITE SERVICES

PRIVATE HOUSE

VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

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ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER

LOW ENERGY HOUSE

INFORMATION CENTER

ECOFRIENDLY HOSTEL

Sustainable pavilion for the University of Liège.

Design development for sustainable accomodation.

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Interior design for a maintenance services company.

Interior design for a 1950s terraced house.

My journey stretches from Belgium to South-East Asia where I worked with various professionals sharing the same passion in developping innovative designs and bringing them to reality.

Interior design for a restaurant in an existing house.

sustainable design Construction of a low energy public building.

Construction of an energy efficient house.

PASSIVE HOUSE

FOUR RIVERS TOWER

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Construction of a zero energy house.

Concept design for a LEED certified building.

SELECTED WORKS

2008-2018

retail / hospitality

DIOR EMPORIUM

Fabrication drawings for luxury retail facade.

X2 RESORT PHUKET

Design development for a high-end resort

NOVOTEL SUITES

KONE MYINT THAR

Facade design for a luxury serviced apartments building.

Full design for a mixeduses project.

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SOUTHPOINT PATTAYA

MAHANAKHON CUBE

HYATT PLACE SUKHUMVIT

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MANDALAY SOUTH MOAT

Mytnge river

signage design Signage design for a luxury residence.

Signage design mega graphic.

urban design Urban and landscape design of a heritage area. p. 48-49

Master plan for an satellite urban area. in progress

Signage design for a mixed-uses building.

Signage design for a luxury hotel brand.

project management commercial gallery

Role Project manager 3 persons team 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Tenants coordination for 120 retail spaces 1 supermarket including : -tenants design control -lease area inspection -communication with tenants architects and contractors

MéDIACITé

-administrative documents

EUROTECHNO 2013-2014

Location Liège, Belgium

Tenants coordination for a shopping mall.

Site area 6,5 Ha

édiacité is a multi-

for ensuring good levels of

functional

complex

occupancy and efficiency

in the movements of com-

combines retail, entertain-

mercial activities . The ulti-

ment, sportive and me-

mate goal of this service is

dia activities. Médiacité’s

to maintain a balance be-

shopping center has of-

tween the client’s interests,

ficially opened since 2009

the tenants business ob-

and gathers over 120 retail

jectives and the scheduled

spaces. Like any projects

tasks of contractors .

Gross Leasable Area 45.000 sqm

of this scale, tenants co8

ordination is a critical point

project management

Role Project manager 3 persons team 1 engineer & 2 P.M Responsibilities Architectural quality control for buildings C,D,E 63 luxury apartments 33 studios 3 commercial spaces 103 parking places inculding : -design control level 1

2 bedrooms apartment

-site inspection + reporting -communication with architects and contractors Location Louvain-la-neuve, Belgium Program 241 luxury apartments 238 parking places 3 commercial spaces

JARDINS DE LA SOURCE

EUROTECHNO 2013-2014 Construction of five luxury apartment buildings.

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his project called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Les Jardins de

tilation system with heat recovery. The insula-

Sourceâ&#x20AC;? is a luxury residence located in

tion factor largely exceeds the standards. The

the heart of Louvain-la-neuve. It consists of five

construction period is divided into two stages.

innovative buildings designed in compliance

Within the first stage, buildings C, D, E were

with the latest environmental requirements.

constructed. Within the second stage, build-

Each building is equiped with a dual-flow ven-

ings A and B will be constructed.

Site area 6,5 Ha Gross Leasable Area 17.500 sqm

interior design

Role Role designer Interior Project manager 2 persons team 3 persons team 2 interior designers 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities From concept to site Tenants coordination managemement. 1 shopping center including 130 retail spaces 1 supermarket -custom furniture Location -detail drawings Liège, Belgium -electrical drawings Site area 6,5 Ha specifications -material Gross Leasable Area 60.000 sqm Location Liège, Belgium

view from the executive office

Program 3 counter offices 1 executive office 1 meeting room 1 steam-ironing center

RECEPTION DESK

VITALITE SERVICES

PERSONAL WORK 2010 Design development for a maintenance services.

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he project was approved by

ecutive office, a meeting room and a

the National Railway Company

steam-iron service center. Concep-

of Belgium to take the place in the

tion and realisation were particularly

new TGV station Liège-Guillemins

challenging because of the very de-

manding design requirements set

Calatrava (2007). The lease space in-

up by the famous architect to com-

cludes three counter offices, an ex-

ply with his design.

level 1

View

level 0

reception desk built

interior design MDF peint couleur blanche

Role Role Architect Project manager Interior designer 3 persons team Responsibilities 1 engineer & 2 P.M. From concept design to siteResponsibilities management. Tenants coordination including 1 shopping center 130 retail spaces -3D renderings & layouts 1 supermarket -detail drawings Location Liège, specifications Belgium -material

MDF peint couleur blanche

Feuille stratifié blanc

Bande LED

Tablette stratifié blanc Feuille stratifié blanc

Feuille stratifié blanc

Feuille stratifié blanc Interrupteur + dimmer

Site area -FF&E 6,5 Ha -site supervision Gross Leasable Area 60.000 sqm Location Liège, Belgium

Feuille stratifié blanc Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

Plinthe en alu brossé

Chemins de cable à déterminer

ine

Vers sortie de cable

PRIVATE HOUSE

MDF peint couleur blanche

tween living rooms and the kitchen area.

Interrupteur + dimmer Feuille stratifié blanc Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

Plinthe en alu brossé

Chemins de cable à déterminer

original 1950s tileTrace m

Vers sortie de cable

Vue de face

Feuille stratifié blanc

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e isin

Vue axono. arrière

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Feuille stratifié blanc Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

Plinthe en aluminium brossé

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original tile has been conserved as a small

Feuille stratifié blanc

designed to create a transitional space be-

Feuille stratifié blanc

contemporary living and natural light. The

Tablette stratifié blanc

light all over the space. A small bar has been

Feuille stratifié blanc

Bande LED

22'

tions dictated by an accurate reflection on

Feuille stratifié blanc

Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

Axono. avant

detailled view bar (front) Axono bar avant

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112

22'

room the to bring a maximum of natural

Floor area 150 sqm

MDF peint couleur blanche

through spatial solutions and housing op-

Program house renovation bar & kitchen design custom furnitures

the stair case are now opened to the living

Axono. avant

Plinthe en aluminium brossé

11'

converted into a bright open space

Vue axono. arrière

Axono bar arrière detailled view bar (ฑฎฤฑrear)

11'

perimeter for the dining space. The hall and

uis le c

mid-twentieth century terraced house

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Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

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PERSONAL WORK 2013 Interior design for a1950s terraced house.

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Feuille stratifié blanc Feuille stratifié couleur à définir

interior design

Role RoleArchitect Senior Project manager 2 persons team 3 persons team 1 architect 1 engineer & 2 P.M. 1 interior designer Responsibilities Responsibilities Tenantsdesign coordination Managing devel1 shopping center to opment from concept 130 retail spaces technical documentation. 1 supermarket including Location -3D renderings & layouts Liège, Belgium -detail drawings Site area -electrical drawings 6,5 Ha specifications -material -FF&E Gross Leasable Area 60.000 sqm Location Liège, Belgium Program 36 seats restaurant built-in bar 4 types of loose furniture

VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT

ZEST CREATIVE 2015 Design development for a restaurant in an existing house.

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ietnam has a strong history and herit-

linary treasures. The restaurant has then been

age mixed with Chinese tradition and

called “Aux Trésors Du Vietnam” in reference

French colony... These cultural influences,

to this gastronomic diversity. The design de-

associated with a vietnamese culture al-

velopment take place in an existing typical

ready very rich, forged over time a coun-

terraced house in Belgium. Loose furniture

try‘s identity quite special and a gastronomy

and built-in furniture has been specially de-

which is often said as full of flavor and cu-

signed for the restaurant..

AXONOMETRIC VIEW

sustainable design

Role Role architect Project Project manager 4 persons design team 3 persons 1 engineer + 3team architects 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities -design documents Tenants coordination -competition layout 1 shopping center -construction documents 130 retail -building sitespaces reporting 1 supermarket Location Location LiĂ¨ge, Belgium OugrĂŠe, Belgium Site area Program 6,5 Ha 8 collective office rooms 3 meeting rooms Area Gross Leasable 1 collective dining room 60.000 sqm 1 archive room

ADMINistrative center

Energy less than 30Kwh/m2/year

ATELIER CHORA 2008-2011 Construction of an energy efficient public

he building was designed to

levels. The ground floor is dedi-

outperform the latest energy

cated to the public. Offices and

standards in force. It works as a

administrative spaces are on the

large

open-space

second. The third floor regroups

with generous openings to al-

collective spaces such as meet-

lowing natural light to reach

ing rooms and dining room. Ma-

every space and maximize solar

terials : corten-steel panels, dark

gains. The distribution of func-

clay bricks and zinc roofing.

and

bright

Floor aera 595 sqm

tions is made through three

TECHNICAL SECTION

sustainable design

Role Role Project architect Project manager 3 persons design team 3 persons team 1 engineer + 2 architects 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities Leading the design from Tenants coordination council approval to con1 shopping center struction documentation. 130 retail spaces 1 supermarket including : Location certification -environmental LiĂ¨ge, Belgium -material specifications Site area -technical 6,5 Ha details -electrical drawingsArea Gross Leasable 60.000 sqm Location Jehay, Belgium

LOW ENERGY HOUSE

ATELIER CHORA 2011-2012 Construction of an energy efficient house.

he project is located on a

the

hillside. The living spaces

rooms are located at the ground

face the sunpath from noon to

level taking advantage on the

sunset highly increasing solar

heat-storing capability of the soil

light exposure and passive heat

minimizing significant tempera-

gains. To the North, a second-

ture variations. Materials: brick,

ary volume protects the heated

larch siding and zinc roofing.

technical

functions.

Bed-

Program 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom 1 office 1 two-cars garage Energy less than 25Kwh/m2/year Floor aera 250 sqm

spaces and gathers together all

sustainable design

Role Project architect 3 persons design team 1 engineer + 2 architects Responsibilities Leading the design from competition to construction documentation. Location Liège, Belgium Program 1 auditorium 1 information office 1 wifi & multimedia area Energy less than 35Kwh/m2/year

INFORMATION CENTER

Floor aera 150 sqm

ATELIER CHORA 2010-2012

Sustainable pavilion for the University of Liège.

aureate project of a competi-

the energy efficiency standards in

tion organized by the University

force in Belgium. The latest tech-

of Liège for the development of its

nologies available on the market

campus. The project was chosen in

have been integrated such as heat

particular for its green features. The

pump with heat recovery ventila-

purpose is to create an information

tion system. Materials were chosen

pavilion accessible and viewable

to be recyclable and with a maxi-

by all as a strong signal to symbol-

mum lifespan in particular: terra-

ize the upcoming sustainable de-

cotta façade panels, vertical terra-

velopment of the campus facilites.

cotta cladding and copper roofing.

terracotta cladding

copper roofing

terracotta panels

It was designed in accordance with 22

sustainable design

Role Role architect Project Project design manager 2 persons team 3 persons 1 engineer + 1team architect 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities Leading the design develTenantsincluding coordination opment com1 shopping center munication with clients. 130 retail spaces 1 supermarket Location Location Ernondheid, Belgium LiĂ¨ge, Belgium

indoor swiming pool

meeting room

dining room

Site area Program Ha 16 6,5 bedrooms + bathrooms 1 dining + open Area kitchen Grossarea Leasable 1 fireplace room + TV room 60.000 sqm 1 indoor swimming pool 1 meeting room 1 billiard room Floor aera 955 sqm

ECOFRIENDLY HOSTEL ATELIER CHORA 2009

Design development for sustainable accomodation.

he project is located in Ernond-

area with low economic activity. The

heid, one of the smallest villages

design is guided by the natural quality

in Belgium. It provides accommoda-

of the site and the bioclimatic principles

tion for about 30 persons and an indoor

: optimal orientation, maximum passive

swimming pool. The project aims to

solar gains, natural ventilation, natural

develop sustainable tourism in a rural

light and use of local materials. GROUND FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

sustainable design

Role Role architect Project Project manager 3 persons team 3 persons 1 engineer + 2team architects 1 engineer & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities Leading the design from Tenants coordination council approval to site 1 shopping management. center 130 retail spaces including : 1 supermarket -material specifications Location LiĂ¨ge, Belgium -electrical drawings Site area -environmental certification 6,5 Ha -site supervision Gross Leasable Area 60.000control sqm -budget

PASSIVE HOUSE

ATELIER CHORA 2010-2011 Construction of a zero energy house.

he client wished for a house

door test is under 0.6 ach (air

able to reach zero energy

change per hour) for an optimal

consumption. The result is a

air movement control. A heat

building designed as a com-

pump extracts calories at low

pact concrete volume highly in-

temperature from the ground

sulated with large openings to

and releases them through fan

the South. The concrete base

coil units providing the required

slab is thermally protected by

indoor climate. The roof supplies

expanded

glass

solar energy for domestic hot

aggregates. The air sealing has

water. Rainwater is collected for

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high-density

mesured via

blower

Location Bassenge, Belgium Program 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 1 professional office Energy zero to 20Kwh/m2/year Floor aera 315 sqm

cleaning and toilets uses. 27

sustainable design

Role Role Architectural Project manager Design 3 persons Manager team 5 architects 1 engineer team & 2 P.M. Solar energy and electricity.

Double Glazing

Rain Water Tanks

Natural Shading

Local Materials

Green Spaces

Responsibilities Responsibilities Tenants coordination Organize 1 shopping presentation center and the130 concept retail spaces design documentation 1 supermarket with architectural competition team Location LiĂ¨ge, Belgium Location Site area Yangon, 6,5 HaMyanmar Gross Leasable Area Program 60.000 sqm Retail + Office Class A Office Tower GFA: 19,000 m2 25 Storeys

FOUR RIVERS TOWER ARCHETYPE 2016

Concept design for a LEED certified building.

ompetition for a mid-

in the urban landscape. The

rise

The

result is a structure with sus-

building.

program includes high ef-

pended planters and green

fieciency in term of energy

walls organized to provide

usage and water consump-

natural shading,

tion. Moreover the client re-

passive cooling and provide

quested the green features

indoor-outdoor green spac-

to be visible on the facades

es for the office spaces.

optimize

to create a green landmark 28

WEST ELEVATION / SECTION AA

SOUTH ELEVATION / SECTION BB

retail / hospitality

DIOR EMPORIUM

Dior

ZEST CREATIVE 2015

DIOR LADIES EMPORIUM BANGKOK

Fabrication drawings framework for luxury retail facade.

ull set of fabrication drawings

supervising 2 architects and 5 drafts-

and assembly details for steel-

men, ensuring technical accuracy

work, aluminiumwork and signage,

and communication with client / the

completed for a luxury retail shop

factory to produce approxiamtely

Role : architectural design manager

500 drawings in a very short notice.

SECTION: A-A SIGNAGE LOGO : Qty. = 4 Sets.

Tel: Fax: E-mail:

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retail / hospitality

Role Role Senior Project Architect manager in collaboration 3 persons team with A-iDealists 1 engineer architects & 2 P.M. Responsibilities Responsibilities Leading Tenants thecoordination design development 1 shopping including centercommunication 130 retailwith spaces clients. 1 supermarket Location Location Liège,Thailand Belgium Phuket, Site area Program 6,5 Ha 84 units Gross Leasable Area fitness 60.000 sqm rooftop garden rooftop swimming pool groundfloor swimming pool 2 bedroom type 2E Unit area - 89 sq.m.

1 bedroom type 1B Unit area - 55 sq.m.

1 bedroom type 1A Unit area - 45 sq.m.

1 meeting room 1 commercial area

X2 VIBE RESORT PHUKET

ZEST CREATIVE 2015 Design development for a high-end resort.

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esign development for X2 Vibe Phuket

on a dark and slightly rough textured con-

Bangtao featuring 84 freehold condo-

crete recalling ocean stones, Every unit is

minium units, ranging from studios, one and

completed to the highest specifications with

two-bedroom units in 11 different configu-

high ceilings and spacious balconies, per-

rations. The facade concept is an elegant

fect for breakfast and timeless relaxation.

gray-white ribbon acting as a “light dress”

Each residence is fully furnished with custom-

along the edges of the building. It stands out

made furniture.

GROUND FLOOR SWIMMING POOL

retail / hospitality

Role Role Architectural Project manager Design Manager 3 persons (faĂ§ade teamdesign) 6 architects 1 engineerteam & 2 P.M. 5 MEP engineers team Responsibilities Tenants coordination Responsibilities 1 shopping center -Facade 130 retail Design spaces and material1study supermarket -Presentation to client Location LiĂ¨ge, Belgium Location Site area Yangon, 6,5 HaMyanmar

Verticality Accentuated

Gross Leasable Area 60.000 sqm Program

Initial Facade

Retail + Serviced Apartments + Condominiums GFA: 95,500 m2 26 Storeys + 2 basements 452 units 2 swimming pools Fitness

Exclusive Summit

NOVOTEL SUITES

ARCHETYPE 2017-2018 Facade design for a luxury mixed-uses and serviced apartments building.

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evelopment of facade design, including material

connecting ground activities with the towers. Higher

study and facade details, based on client revi-

floors are highlighted by a light grey ribbon oscillat-

sions of initial facade requirements. The proposal ex-

ing around the towers The objective is to accentuate

plores a contemporary white, grey and black palette.

the verticality of the building and ease its integration

The facade starts with an arborescent root structure

in the emerging cityscape of Yangon.

Vibrant Base & Core Facade Redesign

retail / hospitality

Role Architectural Design Manager (full design) 6 architects team 5 MEP engineers team 4 CSE engineers team Responsibilities -Lead design from Concept to Construction Documentation. -Coordination with CSE,MEP, ID Departments -Coordination with other consultants. -Client management -Ressources management -Production Schedule

kone myint thar

Location Yangon, Myanmar

ARCHETYPE 2016-2018

Program

Construction Design for a mixed-uses project.

evelopment of pre-ex-

intergrate retail and technical

isting concept through

fucntions. At the top, apart-

schematic design, permitting

ment and office program

and construction documen-

converge to create public

tation, Project consists of two

facilities such as roof top

towers overhanging a slightly

bar and swimming pool,

twisted box which is a luxu-

sauna, jacuzzi and fitness.

ry wedding hall. The office

Each element has its own

and apartment towers are

identity creating a com-

floating on a dark and mas-

plex intrication of volumes,

sive podium designed to

spaces and textures.

ROOF TOP BAR & SWIMMING POOL

SECTION (APARTMENT TOWER)

Retail + Office + Apartments GFA: 50,000 m2 25 Storeys + 1 basement 185 units 2 swimming pools Fitness

signage design

MAIN LOBBY SIGN

LIFT LOBBY SIGN

ROOM SIGN

SOUTHPOINT RESIDENCE

ZEST CREATIVE 2016 Signage design for a luxury residence.

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serie of sculptural but so-

lected to produce long lasting

ber signs that will guide

products, classy and durable.

and accompagny the visitor

They follow the initial brief

throughout a timeless journey

which is to combine timeless

at Pattayaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new landmark.

natural feelings with the idea

The materials have been se-

of modernity and comfort..

MARBLE EXTERIOR SIGN

signage design

MAHANAKHON CUBE

ZEST CREATIVE 2015 Signage design mega graphic

acade accessory to decorate a â&#x20AC;&#x153;blind wallâ&#x20AC;? made of printed vinyl with con-

temporay patterns. This sign is part of a full set of signage designed in collaboration with Pentagram, New York. It comprises more than 50 different signs

in particular

illuminated signs, mega graphics, wayfinding signs, front of house and back of house signs. Produced and installed between 2014 and 2016.

Vinyl installation

signage design

MAHANAKHON CUBE

ZEST CREATIVE 2015 Signage design for a commercial center.

owder coated mat black

more than 50 different signs

steel structure with

in particular illuminated signs,

il-

luminated ligthboxes. Totem

mega

signs designed for wayfinding

signs, front of house and back

purposes. This sign is part of

of house signs. Produced and

a full set of signage designed

installed between 2014 and

in collaboration with Penta-

2016.

gram, New York. It comprises 42

graphics,

wayfinding

LASERCUT ILLUMINATED LOGO

signage design

MAHANAKhon CUBE

ZEST CREATIVE 2015 Signage design for a commercial

irror stainless steel and opal acrylic lightbox in the main lobby. This sign is part of a full set of

signage designed in collaboration with Pentagram, New York. It comprises more than 50 different signs in particular illuminated signs, mega graphics, wayfinding signs, front of house and back of house signs. Produced and installed between 2014 and 2016.

EXPLODED VIEW

signage design

INSPIRATION

MATERIALS & TONES

HYATT PLACE SUKHUMVIT

ZEST CREATIVE 2016 Signage design for a luxury hotel brand.

ne of the first thing that comes

materials have always played an

to mind when thinking about

important part in Thai hospitality:

Thai art is probably this incred-

rich-hued woods, polished silver or

ible iconography richly illustrated

steel, smooth silk . Our design de-

but still abstract, at the same time

velopment echoes this traditional

complex and but still surprisingly

warmth in contemporary stylings.

simple. The purpose of this design

Within each design the influence of

development is to use this graph-

a timeless material either silk, silver

ic heritage and revisit it with con-

or wood can be found to remind

temporary

this idea authenticity.

technologies.

Quality

ROOM SIGN

urban design

Role Role Architectural Design Project manager Manager (concept 3 persons team design) 6 architects 1 engineerteam & 2 P.M. 3 MEP engineers team Responsibilities Tenants coordination Responsibilities 1 shopping center -Hardscape and Land130 retail spaces scape Design and material 1 supermarket study Location to client -Presentation LiĂ¨ge, Belgium Site area Location 6,5 Ha Mandalay Myanmar Gross Leasable Area 60.000 sqm Program Recreative, cultural, natural, commemorative areas + botanical garden Land: area : 8 hectares

MANDALAY SOUTH MOAT CITY PARK ARCHETYPE 2017-2018

Urban and landscape design of a multi-uses park in a heritage area.

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ike several prestigious ancient cities, Manda-

less public space in reflection of the century-old

lay was built and organized around its royal

dialog between the city and its palace. The park is

palace. As a result, its distinctive orthogonal grid

designed as a symbolic link between Mandalayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

spreads over the entire urban area giving a sense

past and future. Contemporary and user-friendly,

of structure, order and harmony of forms through-

the design coexist with the heritage elements by

out the entire city. The objective is to create a time-

using exclusively natural and traditional materials.

Thank you for your time and interest.

+95 9 455 644 094 n.kiem@hotmail.com th.linkedin.com/in/nkiem Yangon Myanmar