About Me
I am originally from Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the China Academy of Art in 2021.
Following graduation, I gained three years of professional experience working in the civil architecture sector at China United Engineering Corporation.
Since August 2024, I have been pursuing a Master of Science in Design: Advanced Architectural Design (MSDaad) at the University of Pennsylvania.
I am currently seeking an opportunity to work as an architectural designer, leveraging my academic and professional background to contribute to innovative design projects.
（All the professional work displayed falls into one of the following categories: permitted by the previous company, built and publicly published projects, or design proposals that were not selected. None of the work involves any infringement issues.） Academic Work
01 Spa Hotel Nature&Architecture
02 Vault in Flight Mechanism&Future Architecture
03 Kite-like Stop Using Stable Diffusion as assistance
04 Upcycle Center Ui&Metaverse
05 Vertex45°Facade Rhino+Keyshot
06 MechanicalCity Rhino+3Dprinting Professional Work
07 PujiangJuniorHighSchool ElevationDesign&Details
08ExpansionofTaizhouCollegeJiaojiangCampus Multipleconsiderationsofrationality
09 HuashanyuanFacadeRenovation ParamatricFacade&Landscapedesign
SPA HOTEL 01
Individual Work | Academic Work
Instructor: Liu Chang
2021.05
This work is my graduation design project, based on the findings of my research-oriented thesis titled "Secret Gardens - On the Ad-hoc Intimate Spaces Formed in Gardens."
This project is located within the Bai Ma Lake area in the Binjiang District of Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China. The site is surrounded by mountains on three sides, with a reservoir nestled between them.
The primary focus of this design endeavor is to explore how architectural design interventions can delicately capture people's spatial experiences in nature. Confronting the authenticity of nature is far more challenging than intentionally controlling the relationship between nature and architecture.
"Mountainous Bridge"
The design considers connecting both mountain sides, resembling a bridge's function. It draws from bridge design, with two rows of supports (pillars or walls) and unidirectional long beams, signifying a directional connection.
"Hot Springs in the Valley"
Elevating the platform obstructs the view of the distant mountain's base. This enhances the feeling of being surrounded by three mountains, evoking a valley-like sensation despite not being within one.
"Eden Within the Flower Petal"
The top structure, forming a groovelike space, allows it to resemble petals. Activities may occur in these petals. In the design, natural integration at the upper part conceals it within nature, expressing the attempt to seek elevated ground.
Hot Springs Level Floor Plan
1st Floor Plan
Guests enter the hotel's public spaces through the reception hall connected to one side of the mountain. The 1st floor encompasses various shared spaces, including cafeterias, Cultural salon spaces, etc. All nestled within the 'petals.'
3rd Floor Plan
The hotel's 2nd /3rd floors consist of guest rooms, offering various types such as king-size rooms, twin rooms, and family suites. Guests can directly access the hot spring level at the bottom via an elevator for relaxation.
Vault in Flight
Group Work | Academic Work
Instructor: Martin Fernandez | Teaching Assistant: Alex Lee
Team Member: Qira Qi, Krisha Mody, Fanshu Xu 2024.08 - 2024.12
This project transforms the interior of the Pepsi building into a storage bank utilizing drones for item retrieval, while preserving the original facade of the building. It explores the potential for integrating technology-driven assets into the existing frame.
As a global financial hub, New York attracts many wealthy individuals who require safe and private storage for their valuables, including artwork and important documents. The storage bank meets this important market demand by offering premium security and establishing a new standard of safety and exclusivity.
By contrasting a dichotomy of traditional and mechanical elements between the facade and the interior, this design reshapes the urban landscape, fostering an open and engaging composition that enhances visual interest of the city.
In this project, I participated in the conceptual design and was responsible for the design of the drums, plan drawings, creating analytical diagrams, and 3D Print+assemble the physical model.
This project involves the renovation of the interior of the Pepsi building, located at 500 Park Avenue in New York City, a prime Midtown Manhattan location near affluent residential areas, major commercial hubs, and luxury shops.
Reasons of proposing a secure locker bank
1. Real estate efficiency
2. Security enhancement
3. Increased demand for financial services
4. Technological modernization
5. Operational speed and efficiency
Problems resolved by proposing a secure locker bank 1. Limited space availability
2. Longer transaction times 3. Operated from homes
(Original Pepsi Building)
Lockers with Automatic PopOut Tacks
Item Retrieval Drones
MEP System
Projected Contour Line of the 2nd Floor
Projected Contour Line of the Drums
Covered Walkway
1st Floor Plan
Covered Walkway
Drawing Scale:
Different lockers and the guidance of the MEP system resulted in the creation of distinct drums.
KATE-LIKE STOP
Individual Work | Competition Work Instructor: Wan Zheng-hong 2023.05
This is a project I created for a competition after I start my career.
风鸢迎风而飞，精巧而灵动，体态舒展优美，作为钱塘江畔的 小筑，为杭州生活带来新鲜的生命力。
提取立体构成要素，主体部分做为固定区域，两翼采用可变式 机械结构，形成建筑外观的总体框架。 结合场地要素以及需求分析，在主体框架下置入合理的功能体
This project is located on the banks of the Qiantang River in the Binjiang District of Hangzhou, China. The Hangzhou government promotes the establishment of more community service centers within the city and requires them to take on modest architectural forms.
As per the competition requirements, I was tasked with designing a service station along the Qiantang River, with a total floor area of approximately 2,200 square meters. This space includes retail, exhibition, and children's recreational areas, etc.
建筑生成 BUILDING GENERATION
Concept Gneration
风鸢迎风而飞，精巧而灵动，体态舒展优美，作为钱塘江畔的 小筑，为杭州生活带来新鲜的生命力。
PROJECT BACKGROUND
风鸢迎风而飞，精巧而灵动，体态舒展优美，作为钱塘江畔的 小筑，为杭州生活带来新鲜的生命力。
提取立体构成要素，主体部分做为固定区域，两翼采用可变式
风鸢迎风而飞，精巧而灵动，体态舒展优美，作为钱塘江畔的 小筑，为杭州生活带来新鲜的生命力。
机械结构，形成建筑外观的总体框架。
平面图
In ancient China, there's a poem which describes children running and flying kites by the river. The concept for this project draws inspiration from the graceful kites, aiming to capture their lightness and elegance.
提取立体构成要素，主体部分做为固定区域，两翼采用可变式 机械结构，形成建筑外观的总体框架。
人群调研/气候因素
结合场地要素以及需求分析，在主体框架下置入合理的功能体 系，布置灵活的人员动线，形成语义丰富的空间关系。
流线分析
Double Flow Design
为深入贯彻落实省委办公厅、省政府办公厅《关于印发浙江省城乡风貌整治提升行动实施方案的 通知》（厅字〔2021〕26号）和省委深改委第十九次会议审议通过的《共同富裕现代化基本单 元规划建设集成改革方案》的要求，浙江各县(市、区)每年要建成1个以上小微空间“共富风 貌驿”，到2025年底，浙江将建成300个以上小微空间“共富风貌驿”，打造出一批具有示范 效应的小微空间更新活化项目，盘活利用闲置或低效空间，实现城乡风貌建设成果的人人共享。
升降折叠屋面 VARIABLE BUILDING SYSTEM
high level
在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开 更多的空间，让室内外更加通透，塑造更多适合室外活动的空间。
冬至正午太阳高度角36°
Local government has built a whole green park along the Qiantang River to provide space for citizens to run and play along the river. Due to the fact that the entire riverside park extends for tens of kilometers, small buildings need to be built every 3 kilometers to provide space for people to purchase goods, rest, and visit.
为深入贯彻落实省委办公厅、省政府办公厅《关于印发浙江省城乡风貌整治提升行动实施方案的 通知》（厅字〔2021〕26号）和省委深改委第十九次会议审议通过的《共同富裕现代化基本单 元规划建设集成改革方案》的要求，浙江各县(市、区)每年要建成1个以上小微空间“共富风 貌驿”，到2025年底，浙江将建成300个以上小微空间“共富风貌驿”，打造出一批具有示范 效应的小微空间更新活化项目，盘活利用闲置或低效空间，实现城乡风貌建设成果的人人共享。
结合场地要素以及需求分析，在主体框架下置入合理的功能体 系，布置灵活的人员动线，形成语义丰富的空间关系。
CROWD RESEARCH / CLIMATIC FACTORS
剖透视图 交互式城市微展厅
休闲茶餐厅 周边零售店
元宇宙展览馆
头号玩家基站
交互式城市微展厅
头号玩家基站
建筑生成 BUILDING GENERATION 在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开
亲子游戏场地 观影流线 后勤流线
科技展示中心
休闲茶餐厅 周边零售店
元宇宙展览馆
提取立体构成要素，主体部分做为固定区域，两翼采用可变式 机械结构，形成建筑外观的总体框架。
亲子游戏场地
升降折叠屋面
VARIABLE BUILDING SYSTEM
项目选址
PROJECT SITE SELECTION
Adaptive Energy-Efficient Systems
风起钱潮
春分、秋分正午太阳高度角60°
high level
在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开 更多的空间，让室内外更加通透，塑造更多适合室外活动的空间。
亲子游览流线
Spring\Autumn solar angle: 60°
冬至正午太阳高度角36°
During the spring, when the temperatures are mild, the roof can be opened to create a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors, providing more space for outdoor activities.
normal level
项目位于浙江省杭州市滨江区，钱塘江南岸，江陵路以东，樱花大道以南，阡陌路以西，闻涛路 以北。项目用地东西长，南北窄，与钱塘江平行场地较为平坦，地势较周边道路高。用地红线面 积2209.7平方米。
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。
low level 平面图
夏季往往炎热而多雨，降低屋顶为室内提供更多的遮阳，保持室内干燥凉爽， 同时倾斜的屋面也更加利于排走雨水。折叠屋顶下部灰空间提供公共参观的 元宇宙全景影像。
风动幕墙体系 FACADE CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM
从人本化的角度去考虑，我们赋予了建筑灵活可变的特征，在建筑中加入可调节的机械装置，随着季节和气候变化相应地 改变空间形态，提供更加舒适的空间环境。 建筑北侧面向钱塘江，整面的玻璃幕墙提供开阔的景观视野。农历八月十八钱塘大潮，世界各地的观潮者聚集在钱塘江岸， 此时可升起屋顶，提供给游客绝佳的观潮点。
normal level
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。
夏至正午太阳高度角83°
剖透视图
交互式城市微展厅
low level
风动幕墙体系
FACADE CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM
从人本化的角度去考虑，我们赋予了建筑灵活可变的特征，在建筑中加入可调节的机械装置，随着季节和气候变化相应地 改变空间形态，提供更加舒适的空间环境。
normal level
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。
down down 从人本化的角度去考虑，我们赋予了建筑灵活可变的特征，在建筑中加入可调节的机械装置，随着季节和气候变化相应地 改变空间形态，提供更加舒适的空间环境。 建筑北侧面向钱塘江，整面的玻璃幕墙提供开阔的景观视野。农历八月十八钱塘大潮，世界各地的观潮者聚集在钱塘江岸， 此时可升起屋顶，提供给游客绝佳的观潮点。
电动液压升降装置
建筑北侧面向钱塘江，整面的玻璃幕墙提供开阔的景观视野。农历八月十八钱塘大潮，世界各地的观潮者聚集在钱塘江岸， 此时可升起屋顶，提供给游客绝佳的观潮点。
电动液压升降装置
夏至正午太阳高度角83°
夏季往往炎热而多雨，降低屋顶为室内提供更多的遮阳，保持室内干燥凉爽， 同时倾斜的屋面也更加利于排走雨水。折叠屋顶下部灰空间提供公共参观的 元宇宙全景影像。
夏季往往炎热而多雨，降低屋顶为室内提供更多的遮阳，保持室内干燥凉爽， 同时倾斜的屋面也更加利于排走雨水。折叠屋顶下部灰空间提供公共参观的 元宇宙全景影像。
休闲茶餐厅 周边零售店
风动幕墙体系
液压杆
紧固螺栓
亲子活动区
压盖
头号玩家基站
夏季往往炎热而多雨，降低屋顶为室内提供更多的遮阳，保持室内干燥凉爽， 同时倾斜的屋面也更加利于排走雨水。折叠屋顶下部灰空间提供公共参观的 元宇宙全景影像。
元宇宙展览馆
low level
夏季往往炎热而多雨，降低屋顶为室内提供更多的遮阳，保持室内干燥凉爽， 同时倾斜的屋面也更加利于排走雨水。折叠屋顶下部灰空间提供公共参观的 元宇宙全景影像。
FACADE CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM
升降折叠屋面
VARIABLE BUILDING SYSTEM
风动幕墙体系 FACADE CURTAIN WALL SYSTEM
春分、秋分正午太阳高度角60°
主轴俯视图
不锈钢板侧面
密封圈
导向套
活塞
休闲茶餐厅 周边零售店 亲子游戏场地
元宇宙展览馆
元宇宙展览馆
休闲茶餐厅 周边零售店 亲子游戏场地
电动液压升降装置
特制不锈钢开口螺丝
Design of Facade Details
升降折叠屋面
升降折叠屋面
VARIABLE BUILDING SYSTEM
特制不锈钢开口螺丝
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
不锈钢板平面图
在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开 更多的空间，让室内外更加通透，塑造更多适合室外活动的空间。
冬至正午太阳高度角36°
立面图
风动幕墙立面图
特制不锈钢开口螺丝
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
VARIABLE BUILDING SYSTEM
立面图
春分、秋分正午太阳高度角60°
防风胶块
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
特制不锈钢开口螺丝 不锈钢板侧面
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
0.8m双面拉丝不锈钢
风动板内部结构图 风动幕墙立面图
Design of Electric Hydraulic Lifting Mechanism Plan Analysis
从人本化的角度去考虑，我们赋予了建筑灵活可变的特征，在建筑中加入可调节的机械装置，随着季节和气候变化相应地 改变空间形态，提供更加舒适的空间环境。
风动板内部结构图
建筑北侧面向钱塘江，整面的玻璃幕墙提供开阔的景观视野。农历八月十八钱塘大潮，世界各地的观潮者聚集在钱塘江岸， 此时可升起屋顶，提供给游客绝佳的观潮点。
不锈钢件
防风胶块
在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开 更多的空间，让室内外更加通透，塑造更多适合室外活动的空间。
不锈钢拉索
6mm厚镜面 不锈钢
在春季和初秋，气候舒适，凉暖宜人。沿江面通过可升降折叠的屋顶，打开
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。 normal level
冬季雨量较少，偶有结冰，升高南侧屋面可以让室内拥有更多的自然日照， 减少主动供暖，降低建筑能耗。
从人本化的角度去考虑，我们赋予了建筑灵活可变的特征，在建筑中加入可调节的机械装置，随着季节和气候变化相应地 建筑北侧面向钱塘江，整面的玻璃幕墙提供开阔的景观视野。农历八月十八钱塘大潮，世界各地的观潮者聚集在钱塘江岸，
SOUTH
UPCYCLE CENTER
Individual Work | Academic Work
Instructor: Zhou Zhi-yuan
2023.06
This project is a fusion of UI design and architectural design. Given the pioneering nature of this building's functionality, I plan to launch a promotional website and introduction within the metaverse, allowing residents of the metaverse to vote on whether this project should materialize in the real world.
In today's context, the discussion surrounding second-hand products and the management of recyclable waste is a hot topic. The trading of pre-owned items and the utilization of recyclable materials still hold significant untapped potential.
In such a scenario, there arises a new opportunity within a densely populated residential area: a space where citizens can not only engage in a vibrant second-hand trading market but also access the tools and facilities required for repairing, processing, and upcycling second-hand goods and recyclable waste. This work not only addresses practical issues but also raises awareness about the importance of these matters in our society.
Intent Formation
Upcycling these discarded items can serve as a meaningful bonding activity for families. However, many urban households lack the necessary tools for such endeavors. Upcycle center can provide a space within the city that addresses this need.
After being reprocessed in upcycle center, some second-hand goods can be sold to fortunate individuals at lower prices, which can benefit everyone.
CREATING A SLOPE CONNECTED WITH RIVER
PATH NETWORK
WATERFRONT PLATFORM
DIVIDED INTO FIVE SALE DISTRICITS
IRON ROOF
Vertex 45° Facade
Facade Design | Group Work | Academic Work
Critic: Hina Jmaelle | Teching Assistant: Khang Truong Team Member: Qira Qi, Krisha Mody 2024.09-2024.12
The proposed facade design draws inspiration from geometric abstraction and tectonic forms, emphasizing sharp, angular geometry and a dynamic interlocking system that seamlessly integrates the building’s exterior and interior spatial experience.
The project seeks to explore and present two key arguments in its design:
1. The project investigates the possibilities of applying and transforming the "Vertex 45°" element within the space. Despite establishing a hierarchy of element sizes— some as large as blocks, others as slender as rods—the design achieves harmony through a unified language.
2. It further explores how the 45° diagonal approach enables spatial transitions and twists, blurring and breaking the boundaries between front and back, as well as upper and lower spaces.
I was involved in the design, modeling, and rendering of this project.
Mechanical City
Mechanical Design | Group Work | Academic Work
Critic: Caleb White | Teaching Assistant: Amy Wu, Sam Wu Team Member: Qira Qi, Suresh Dhanya, Pola Michael 2024.08
This mechanical city integrates elements of machinery, structure, and architectural facades, aiming to explore the interplay of these components to create a mechanically driven city in constant motion, powered by a central engine.
As Stan Allen wrote in FieldConditions:'......Myearlyexposuretocomputationledme toconceptualizethecityasafieldofforces.Thisinvolvesaggregatingsmall,self-similar partstocreatelocaldifferenceswhilemaintainingoverallcoherence—notasindividual bodies,butasherds,swarms,andflocks......'
In this project, I was responsible for designing the mechanical elements and participated in the final integrated design process.
COMBINATION PART- AXONOMETRIC OF ESCALATOR
PALAZZO
Elevation Design
Pu-jiang Junior High School
Education Building | Group Work | Professional Work
Critic: Chen Yao
Team Member: Qira Qi, Huang Lijia 2022.12-2023.01
The school comprises 6 teaching buildings, a multipurpose building, an indoor sports arena, and a cafeteria. The concept for the overall facade design was inspired by crystals, a local specialty in Pujiang known for its vibrant and colorful appearance. Therefore, I positioned the school's overall concept as a campus with a colorful and cheerful image.
The campus predominantly features three colors: magenta, sky blue, and white. The combination of colored glass and paints was applied in various locations to infuse the campus with lively and vibrant hues.
In this bidding project, I was primarily responsible for conceptual design, facade design, and modeling.
South Elevation Of The Sports Center
East Elevation Of The Sports Center
East Elevation Of The Teaching Building
South Elevation Of The Teaching Building
SHAPE&SUNLIGHT ANALYSIS
Disadvantages:
Expansion of Taizhou College Jiaojiang Campus
Education & Residential Building | Group Work | Professional Work
Critic: Jiang Chuanhong
Team Member: Qira Qi, Chen Yao, Yu Lei, Wang Jingyi 2023.04-2023.07
This expansion requires four new buildings, including: two dormitory buildings, a canteen, and a scientific experiment building.
I was responsible for the design of two dormitory buildings. The following design points were mainly considered:
1. Programming and project brief
2. Sunshine requirements
3. The design of a standard single room (required to be a quadruple room)
4. Coordination with existing buildings and sites
5. Basic floor plan layout
6. Façade design and material selection
7. The impact of the basement
1. The distribution of men and women in the three buildings could not be balanced.
2. There is a great impact on the sunshine of the three existing dormitory buildings in the north.
Disadvantages:
Disadvantages:
1. The body is too large, giving people a sense of oppression.
1. The plan occupies too much land, hindering the line of sight on the secondary axis of the landscape on the east side.
2. The body is too large, giving people a sense of oppression.
Advantages:
2. There is a great impact on the sunshine of the three existing dormitory buildings in the north.
ECONOMIC INDEX OF TWO DORMITORIES
Above-ground floor area：17419.2㎡
Numbers of rooms: 1120
(including 24 barrier-free rooms)
1、The "L"-shaped layout echoes the layout of the original dormitory buildings on campus.
2、The sunlight impact on the three existing dormitory buildings in the north is minimal.
Huashanyuan Facade Renovation
Commercial Building | Group Work | Professional Work
Critic: Qin Gong
Team Member: Qira Qi, Niu Mengjia
The project involves the renovation of the facade and external plaza, along with the addition of an above-ground parking structure. The client requested the transformation of the existing old office building into a new district hub.
The original building facade was rigid and uniform. Our approach involves adding a layer of gradient and flowing texture onto the existing facade, giving the building a fresh look while minimizing costs.
I was responsible for grasshopper scripting for the facade and landscape.
We developed two design versions along the same conceptual direction. Using Rhino + Grasshopper, we utilized curve control lines to transform the façade into a dynamic, flowing sensation, mimicking the effect of wind passing through.
Original Building Sketch