Nour Fneich Architectural Portfolio Selected Works
2021
2024
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Education 2021 2023
Master of Science in Architecture: Building Architecture - Politecnico Di Milano specialization in Construction
2015 2020
Bachelor of Architecture - Lebanese American University
Experience
Brainnest: Project Managment Training Program - Project Management Trainee Bremen, Germany Project Coordination · Project Management
Location Milan, Italy
Massimo Papiani Studio Workshop - Intern Architect/Architect Collaborator Vigevano, Pavia, Italy Project Coordination · Analytical Skills · Official Documentation · Space Design
Project Coordination · Architectural Drawings · Construction Management · BIM
Spectrum Engineering Consultants - Intern Architect Beirut, Lebanon Project Coordination · Analytical Skills · Architectural Design · Presentation Skills
Project Coordination · Analytical Skills · Architectural Design · BIM 2
June 2019 August 2019
Dar Al Handasah - Intern Architect Beirut, Lebanon
Sep 2020 Nov 2020
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Nov 2020 August 2021
SD Group: Engineering and Management Consultancy Company - Junior Architect Beirut, Lebanon
Sep 2022 March 2023
Email nourfneish1@gmail.com
January 2023
Resumé
Project Coordination · Construction Documents · Architectural Design
Sep 2023 April 2024
Nour Fneich
B22 - Intern Architect Milan, Italy
Resumé
2024
Honorable Mention in Reuse Italy Competition - Reuse the Thermae of Curinga
2023
Kaira Loroo Architectural Competition Participation - Primary School in Senegal
2022
The Inventing Schools book Feature: The Modern Corso
2022
The Modern Corso Project Presentation for Municipality of Milan
2022
Reuse Italy Competition Participation - Reuse of the Lake Chapel of San
2021
UNESCO Competition Participation - Reconstruction and Rehabilitation of Mosul’s Al Nouri Complex
2019 2020
Student Council Representative - Lebanese American University
2019 2020
American Institute of Architecture AIAS Member
2015 2020
Achievements and Activities
Studio Project Final Exhibitions Participation - Lebanese American University
2018
Exhibiting 6 of 9 Studio Final Projects in the Final Year Exhibitions
Oikonet International Workshop Collaboration Between Lebanese American University and La Salle Barcelona
Digital Skills
Languages
Modeling and BIM
Graphics and Editing
AutoCAD Revit Archicad Rhino Vectorworks Grasshopper
Illustrator Photoshop Indesign Powerpoint Word Excel
Arabic
Mother Language
English
Academic Language Fluency
Italian B1 Level Certified
French
A1 Level
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Index
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The Wall of Porta Romana Milan, Italy 2023
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Unfolding Landscapes Calabria, Italy 2024
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The Modern Corso Milan, Italy 2022
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As Above as Below Viterbo, Italy 2022
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Toor Toor School South Senegal Senegal 2023
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01 The Wall of Porta Romana The project of the Wall of Porta Romana within the complex context of Milan investigates the history, present, and future of Milan. This investigation is crucial because the project aims to revitalize not only Porta Romana as an independent entity but also the entire perimeter of Milan.
Typology Location Institute Date
Library Porta Romana, Milano, Italy Poilitecnico Di Milano September 2023
Presented for Studio Final and Thesis, Gathering a full mark 30/30. Presented for Thesis for Master’s in Building Architecture in 2023.
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What is a 21st Century Library?
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Creation of a Landmark
The Wall of Porta Romana
Library Typlogies
Combining the important role libraries serve in the community as a knowledge hub and public space with the prominent historical location of Porta Romana, a landmark is born in Milan. The development of the Wall of Porta Romana needed to embrace the idea of a long journey of a user inside the building, where the user would be captivated not just by arLibrary ofpiece Congress,evolved StockholmThis Public sculptural Library of the Federal organic exchitecture but also by sculptural pieces. through Washington Library Technical University, perimentation to achieve the flow and flexibility of a user, not just in circulation or spaces, Zurich but visually as well. Libraries: Typologies and Role Libraries have evolved with time. They no longer solely serve the individual reader but also cater to the vast range of tools associated with the future library, serving the entire 2 Sri Lanka Na�onal Biblioteque Na�onale, community. Library Paris
Library Typlogies
Classical Library: Radical Typology
Horizontal Flexible Library
Book Stack areas Reading Areas
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Book Stack areas
Library Typlogies
Library Typlogies Stockholm Public
Library of Congress,
Library of Congress, Washington
Library of the Federal Technical University, Zurich
StockholmLibrary Public Library Washington
Sri Lanka Na�onal Library
Biblioteque Na�onale, Paris
21st Century Library of Flexible Horizontal and Vertical Flow
2Book Stack areas Reading Areas Sri Lanka Na�onal Library
Library of Congress,
Radical Typology
Book Stack areas
Library of the Federal
BookTechnical Stacks Vs Reading Areas LibraryWashington of Congress University, Zurich
Radical Typology
Users
Stockholm Public Library
Reading Areas
Reading Areas
Book Stack areas
Sri Lanka Na�onal Biblioteque Na�onale, Book Stack areas Library Paris Reading Areas
Radical Typology
ParisNationale Biblioteque
21st Century Library Func�ons
Sri Lanka Na�onal Library
Zurich
Biblioteque Na�onale,
Biblioteque Na�onale, Paris
Library of Congress, Washington
Library of the Federal
Library the FTU Technicalof University,
Library Typlogies
Book Stack areas Stockholm Public Library
Library Typlogies
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Radical Typology
Flexible Typology Users Vs 21st Century Library Func�ons
Library of Congress, Washington
Library of the Federal Technical University, Zurich
Stockholm Public Library
Reading Areas
Book Stacks Vs Reading Areas
Book Stacks Vs Reading Areas
Stockholm Public Library
Library of the Federal Technical University, Zurich
Reading Areas
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Masterplan: Porta Romana Proposal
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BEIC Library The Wall of Porta Romana
Adapting to Site Horizontality
b Continuation of Piazza Lodi
c Continuation of Corso Lodi
d Respecting exisitng historical buildings on Site
e Continuation of Exisiting Street Facades
New Porta Romana Train Station
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Milan Highline + Train Railway Winning Masterplan Carlo Ratti
Hill Park Winning Masterplan Carlo Ratti
A2A Tower ACPV
f Permeable Site passage
Compostion Architecture
The Wall of Porta Romana Structure
Technology
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Spaces and Functional Distribution
Auditorium
Reading Spaces
Communal Building
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Storage Spaces
Library Building
Typology Study Beyond the sharpness and formality, the Wall is designed with organic forms that are inclusive, extending as far as the eye can see, resembling a canyon.
The Wall of Porta Romana
Plan
Through this studio and project, we achieved coherence by integrating design, structure, and technology while always keeping in mind that we are constructing a library meant to endure for future generations. We made functional, technological, and even atmospheric choices for the library of the future. These choices were sometimes driven by the needs of the structure, sometimes by the needs of the users, and at other times by the needs of the city. We modernized the building technically for the “21st-century library” by implementing structural innovations, automation systems, and utilizing alternative sustainable materials. Users: Reading Spaces
Horizontal Flexible Library
Highlighting Functions
Flexibility
Circulation: Bridges
Reading Spaces
False Ceiling
Shelfing Spaces
Automated Central Storage
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Facade Technology
Mechanisim
a Daylight Goal 6%
01 Tubular profile 02 Joint Tube 03 CLT Panel 105 mm 04 Basket Raised Floor 05 Finishing Floor 06 Bolted Bracker Plate 07 Beam IPE 270
08 Tubular Profile 09 Ducts For Ventilation and MEP 10 False Cealing Spruce Wood 11 Maintenance Catwalk 12 Spider Connection 13 Technical Fabric 14 Shear Tab with Slotted Holes
b Daylight Goal 10%
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Double Skin Facade
01 Tubular profile CHS 02 Fork Socket for Stay Cable 03 CLT Panel 105 mm 04 Basket Raised Floor 05 Finishing Floor 06 Beam HEB 500
07 Beam IPE 270 08 Tubular Profile CHS 09 Ducts For Ventilation and MEP 10 False Cealing Spruce Wood 11 Maintenance Catwalk 12. Spider Connection 13. Technical Fabric
c Daylight Goal 13%
Interior Technology
Fabrication
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The Wall of Porta Romana
Gapped Spacing for Reading Rooms: Acoustic and Ventilation Purposes
Piece to Beam Connection
b Reading Spaces
Smooth Wooden Surfaces
Auditorium
Acoustic Wall Panels
Acoustic Roof Panels
Photovoltaic Panels
Solar Tracking Vertical Shade: TF | ECO 400 F1 Technical Fabric
False Ceiling: Spruce Plywood
Onyx Solar
Recycled Plastic Fabric
Recycled Wood
Wooden Studs considered for Structure
Wooden Plank
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02 Unfolding Landscapes
The objective of the proposal for the reuse of the Thermae of Curigna is to understand the impact and interaction between the archaeological and environmental landscapes of Curinga and to devise a design solution that allows both landscapes to coexist harmoniously.
Typology Location Institute Date
Reuse Curinga, Italia Reuse Italy January 2024
Winning Honorable Mention at the Reuse Italy 2024 Edition Competition.
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The Calabrian area is recognized as the Isthmus of Mercellinara, encompassing a landscape, environmental, historical, and archaeological context that extends from the Ionian Sea to the Mare Nostrum. In this region, the landscape plays a central role in defining the territory.
Concept
Unfolding Landscapes
curinga
a Landscape awakens and unfolds around ruins
b This interaction is symbolized by a singular roof element that encircles the entire perimeter of the ruins for protection. Additionally, this roof serves as a canopy for a walkway beneath it, providing users with a panoramic view of the ruins, while a singular passage has been incorporated to allow a transversal journey through the ruins for a more direct internal experience. The priority has been given to establishing a seamless external and internal experience for users within this archaeological landscape, simultaneously fostering an appreciation for the environmental landscape of Curinga. As for the design, the roof follows a language extracted from the movement of both the topography around the ruins and the ruins themselves. The movement of the topography depends solely on the levels and layers, while the movement of the ruins depends on the spaces that need to be focused on, framing certain views to be highlighted from the outside, such as the frigidarium. With this organic movement mimicking the environmental landscape, the roof creates a camouflage effect for the ruins, protecting and adapting them to the land, yet it also gives some hints and mystery to the ruins from the outside.
Protecting the ruins through a roof that mimics the movement of the landscape and ruins
c Panaromic and transversal paths added
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Composition
Roofing
Roofing Structure
Walkway
Pillar Structure
In addition to the dialogue between the landscapes, the structure draws inspiration from the architectural identity of the ruins. It is designed with a starting point from a central cross vault, historically noted as the roofing for the central room of the bath, the frigidarium. In terms of materiality, the entire roof is made of clay, paying homage to the Roman African construction techniques, specifically the use of clay in pottery.
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Unfolding Landscapes
Site Plan
Perspective Section
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03 The Modern Corso
The objective of the proposal for the reuse of the Thermae of Curigna is to understand the impact and interaction between the archaeological and environmental landscapes of Curinga and to devise a design solution that allows both landscapes to coexist harmonio
Typology Location Institute Date
Secondary School Milano, Italia Politecnico Di Milano July 2022
Published in the Inventing Schools Book in September 2022 Presented to the Municpality of Milano in July 2022
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Daycare Centre
Public Park
The Modern Corso Located on a site considered a floating abandoned island due to its industrial history and use. Following the area’s morphology, the site surroundings are transformed into a diverse selection of academic institutions, industrial corporations, and residential housing. The site yet lacked the ability to incorporate itself into its new environment.
The Modern Corso Community Based School
The Modern course aims to create filter spaces and areas which lead into the main volume of the school. Marking the intersection of different flows, on one side it’s a communal flow that consists of community-based functions, while on the other side, it’s private school functions that follow the program needed.
Regarding the school itself, the architecture reflects the different layers and fragments examined from the site’s history and the newly established environment.
Skateboard Playground Masterplan
Social Communal Space
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Composition and Function
Percoso Della Galleria
Public Amentities
Ground Floor introduces the concept of Permeability from different parts of the site, including the underground courtyard and the Percorso Della Galleria. While the project keeps the idea of a compact school with the levels it holds.
To connect different parts of the site and the school itself, levels were established. Starting with a courtyard, dropped downwards, creating an outdoor amphitheater for public use as well as private.
Ground Floor Plan
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Perspective Section
The Modern Corso Private Amentites For a future sustainable use of the school building, the classrooms are transformed to modules which react to specific variety of circumstances and for flexible use. This is achieved with flexible partition. This creates permeability between the classrooms themselves in case of student gathering.
Classroom Module
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Structural Composition
First Floor
Levels are covered for the indoor auditorium, library, and terrace. The structure and composition of spaces show how the levels came to life. Exposed structure expresses the industrial feel.
Ground Floor
Basement -1
Basement -2
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Facade: Front and Roof Facade Variations
The Modern Corso Final Facade
01 Corrugated perforated aluminum Mesh 02 Sliding system motor box 03 High performance Insulation 20mm 04 HEA 340 beam with insulated pocket
01 Precast concrete panel 80mm 02 Secondary structure 03 Vapour barrier 04 Insulation 120mm 05 HEA 340 beam with insulated pocket
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04 As Above So Below
The church has been abandoned due to the depopulation of the village, yet it refuses to relinquish the land it once activated. The volumetric singularity of the church inspired the strategic approach to the design intervention. By allowing the church to occupy the highest level of intervention, we could enable it to regain its function as a protective and benevolent entity. Meanwhile, the pilgrim center is situated underground to provide a tranquil environment for the users’ stay.
Typology Location Institute Date
Reuse Viterbo, Italy Reuse Italy February 2022
Participation in at the Reuse Italy 2022 Edition, Reuse the Lake Chapel — San Giovanni in Val di Lago
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Chaple Concept
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As Above so Below Starting off with the new roof proposal. Contrary and opposite to the hypothetical original structure, the proposed roof aims at preserving the familiar allure of the church across the horizon and allows for shelter while simultaneously embracing the light entering the building and getting closer to the visitors entering the space. A symbolic yet tangible gesture to make the church connect to its visitors. The roof is made of polycarbonate sheets, a light yet sturdy material that encapsulates an ethereal quality when hit by light.
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d Ground Floor Plan
Transversal Section
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Whether regular visitors or those who would like to connect further with their spiritual side, all are welcome and equally embraced by the new proposal for the Church of San Lorenzo. Pilgrims are invited to access their dedicated quarters through a ramp that opens onto a communal space hosting a common kitchen, perpetuating the tradition of the last supper at every mealtime.
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Pilgrim Module Concept
As Above so Below
Module Typologies
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From that main space, the pilgrims wander into corridors leading to their rooms, punctuated by meditation gardens and impluvium. Once they reach their abode, only one piece of furniture stands out: the praying platform. Not only does the room highlight the importance of spiritual growth, but it also provides basic amenities in the form of sunken furniture into the ground. Radial room typology revolving around one main raised praying platform under an oculus and sunken furniture for basic needs.
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Basement Floor Plan
Module Designed Element
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05 Tóor-Tóor School
The primary school is intended to be located in South Senegal without a specific site designated. The school’s architecture and buildings should be constructed freely in any chosen area. An architectural model of a primary school is needed to elevate the level of education for children, secure their right to study, ensure health, and provide the psycho-physical and health conditions necessary for each student to develop their potential.
Typology Location Institute Date
Primary School South Senegal, Senegal Kaira Looro June 2023
Participation in at the Reuse Italy 2022 Edition, Reuse the Lake Chapel — San Giovanni in Val di Lago
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Tóor-Tóor School
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Tóor-Tóor School
Construction Classroon Nodule
Straw 10cm Rammed Earth
Cement Based Mortar Tires
Roof + Shelf Detail Embedded Shelving
Rosewood Wooden Structure
Fabric Ceiling
Rammed Earth
Local Bamboo Fence Foldable Panels
Foundation Detail
Reused Formwork Shelves
The roofing of each module incorporates an embedded storage space, which serves as a functional storage necessity for classrooms or offices. To enhance flexibility, the six classrooms are equipped with flexible spaces separating them. These flexible spaces, including the laboratory, canteen, offices, and sickroom, serve as connectors between the classrooms.
Iron Tube Circular
Plastic Bags Strips
Foldable Door Detail
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Nour Fneich Email nourfneish1@gmail.com Location Milan, Italy
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