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REGENT SUN 2019-2024
Regent Sun LI-CHEN
Regent is a professional architect and landscape designer with a solid academic foundation and extensive practical experience. She holds a Master’s in Landscape Architecture from The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London, and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Tamkang University. Throughout her academic and professional journey, she has honed her ability to research local cultures and environmental strategies, with a strong focus on public and sustainable design projects.
Her work frequently addresses human interactions and ecological concerns, demonstrating a keen talent for analyzing and preserving existing features while revitalizing communities. Regent’s experience spans various roles, including internships and project management positions at architectural firms and the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) in Taiwan. These roles have equipped her with comprehensive knowledge of architectural and interior design workflows, hands-on site experience, and effective project management skills.
Regent is passionate about using design to improve communities and ecosystems. She actively volunteers in community gardens and urban green spaces across London, where she applies her skills in sustainable design and community engagement. Proficient in design software such as Rhino, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite, she combines technical expertise with strong communication and problem-solving abilities, aiming to create impactful, community-centered designs.
EDUCATION
Jul 2021 - Apr 2022
Junior designer
Assisted in the design, project management, and construction of various spatial projects within the institute's campus.
．Studied material properties and integrated sustainable design and materials into projects.
．Led renovation design of exhibition spaces, optimizing material usage and reducing waste by 15%.
KRIS YAO | ARTECH
PT model maker
Jun 2020 - Apr 2021
Produced detailed and precise architectural models for presentation and design visualization.
Hoy Architects & Associates
Architecture intern
Jun 2019 - Sep 2019; Jan 2020 - Feb 2020
．Participated in public housing design during the internship, drafting architectural and detailed drawings.
Supported the project team and learned project management skills.
Jul 2018 - Sep 2018
Spatial design intern
．Re-measured and redrew campus floor plans, improving project efficiency by 20% through accurate spatial analysis.
Supported other project teams within the department.
Assistant
Jul 2017 - Sep 2017
Assisted in surveying and cataloging the existing copper molds in the foundry during the tenure.
．Collaborated with the team to introduce and assist visitors in selecting type products.
EXHIBITIONS
Roots & Shoots: Allotment Garden Revival on Warren Farm, Ealing
Northfields Allotments
Maintained the community garden, practicing sustainable farming. Collaborated with volunteers to promote environmental awareness and engage with the community.
Phoenix Garden
．Assisted with plant division and supported garden maintenance to preserve urban green spaces.
Engaged in tasks that contributed to the garden's ecological health and community outreach.
Department of Architecture
Graduation Project Committee, Product Team
．Led product design, production, and sales for the graduation exhibition. Coordinated with external vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.
SOFTWARE COMPETENCES
Rhino 3D
Rhino Grasshopper
AutoCAD
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Photoshop
Lumion
SketchUp
V-ray
Revit
Clip Studio Paint
Office 365
CORE STRENGTH
Hand drawing
Conceptual development
Communication skills
Adaptive learner
Carpe Diem: An Experimental Food Forest (Board game design)
Ketsch:A Rainwater Filtration Experiment Site
Sep 2022 - Sep 2024
Landscape Architecture MLA
Tamkang University, Department of Architecture
Sep 2016 - Jun 2021
The British Consular Residence Historical Building: 3D Modeling and Introduction Video
Yiran: A Discussion and Practice of Bamboo Materials in the Three-Point Standing Pavilion
LANGUAGE SKILL
English
Mandarin
CONTACT
Japanese EMAIL LINKEDIN regentsun0210@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/regent-sun
University College London, The Bartlett School of Architecture
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)
Ri Xing Type Foundry
The Bartlett Autumn Show 2024
2024 the 10th Landscape Architecture Student Graduation Exhibition Taiwan
The Bartlett Autumn Show 2023
Bamboo Pavilion Exhibition at Tamsui Customs Wharf 2017 Chongjian Street Open Studio Tamsui 2019
TKU
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Root and Shoots: Allotment Garden Revival on Warren Farm, Ealing
-2024
-MLA Individual work
-Ealing, London
-Instructor: Doug Miller, Katya Larina
Ketsch: A Rainwater Filtration Experiment Site
-2023
-MLA Individual work
-Ketsch, Germany
-Instructor: Matthew Butcher, Tiffany Kaewen Dang
Beyond the Border: The Symbiosis Between Chenghuang Temple and Vendors
-2020-2021
-BArch Individual work
-Ealing, London
-Instructor: Doug Miller, Katya Larina
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Inner Time: Four Poems of Architecture Notaion
-2019-2020
-BArch Individual work
-New Taipei City, Taiwan
-Instructor: Hideki Hirahara
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Guangming New Village Reconstuction Project
-2021
-Work project
-Hsinchu, Taiwan
-Prof. Shu-chang Kung + The Urbanists Collaborative + fa+p + ITRI
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Exhibition Work
[Carpe Diem: An Experiment Food Forest]
-2023
-MLA Individual work
-Ealing, London
-Instructor: Doug Miller, Katya Larina
Roots & Shoots: Allotment Garden
Revival on Warren Farm, Ealing
The total number of allotments in London adds up to a modest 741 sites with 40,000 individual plots. These sites span 32 boroughs. Most are in Brent, Bromley, and Ealing.
Warren Farm is located in the Norwood Green area of Ealing, London. Known for its extensive green space, Warren Farm has been a subject of significant community interest and discussion. It once was a large grazing/sport/ playing field, has become a point for local debates regarding land use and development.
Positioned within a vibrant and diverse part of Ealing, Warren Farm offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban potential, making it a key point of interest in discussions about the future of open spaces in the borough.
Ealing
Norwood Green
The acid/neutral grassland habitat surrounded by trees and shrubs is a habitat for many animals, including hares and skylarks.
The ruins in the center of the grassland occasionally experience fires during spring and summer, and their unattended condition is also considered a hazardous presence.
due to the naturally high underground water, whenever it rains, the soil becomes poorly drained, resulting in some areas being waterlogged.
The northern and southern sides of
site are separated by wire mesh fences and are not within the ownership
The site is relatively flat, with the exception of surrounding trees. The central grassland area features a relatively uniform species composition, which is not conducive to biodiversity.
the
of the Warren Farm Nature Reserve.
Warren Farm Sports Centre, in the last century, was a comprehensive sports facility with sports fields and changing rooms.
Warren Farm Sports Centre ruins Warren Farm Horse stables
grazing area)
of Jersey's Field
Grassland with building remnants, tree stumps, and fences
Cleared grassland with removed remaining
Drainage matter
Cardboard lining
Case studies such as keyhole gardens and mandala gardens show that circular allotments, when designed within certain dimensions allowing individuals to reach all corners of the garden from pathways by simply extending their arms, is a more efficient form of cultivation. As the capacity changes, the circular garden will evolve into a spiral shape to maximize the use of land and pathways.
The section of a keyhole garden.
1-year bed 3-year bed 5~7-year bed
Drainage material Topsoil
Compost basket Daylight: at least 6 hours per day
Bottom fill soil
Cardboard or dried leaves (optional)
Argument of circular keyhole beds. (Toby Hemenway, 2009)
Compost basket
Semi-finished compost Clay brick
a. The Allotment Garden
b. The Gabion Slide
c. The Ecological Pond
d. The Skylark Habitat Demonstration Area
Gabion
[ The Allotment Garden ]
[ The Ecological Pond ]
[ The Gabion Slide ]
block Concrete brick Granular wall rock
mulch
Existing subsoil
timber
Concrete foundation
course
[ The Skylark Habitat Demonstration Area ]
grating
frame
Concrete foundation
Drainage matter
Existing subsoil
Square-cut
Galvanized
In the allotment garden, water flows down the mounds in spirals, purifying through plants before reaching the stream. The roundhouse serves as the gathering hubs, surrounded by beehives and nursing beds supporting the planting unit.
People climb up and slide into a sandpit, while the space below connects the wild play grove and detention pond.
The climbing slide structure consists of gabion walls filled with soil, grass, and organic garden waste, supporting plant growth.
Between the sports field and the ecological pond, visitors pass the ball courts, then the allotment gardens. After the tennis court stand, they reach the ecological pond, where rainwater is filtered by plants. A platform offers views of insects, birds, and a relaxing space.
A pathway from the garden units leads to the skylark habitat. Designed to avoid disturbing ground-nesting skylarks, it allows visitors to observe their behavior up close while respecting their natural environment.
Year 0: Initial activities will involve clearing the central building remnants from the site, transplanting small trees onto the site, establishing key water channels and four ponds. The existing skylark habitat on the site will be preserved to maintain local biodiversity.
Year 5: Partial garden units will be constructed, and the remaining water channels will be completed. To facilitate access for nearby residents, driveways and parking areas will be built. Additionally, the variety of tree species within the food forest will be expanded.
Year5-10: All sports facilities and ball courts will be constructed, and the remaining garden units will be completed, finalizing the site’s development.
Ketsch: A Rainwater Filtration Experiment Site
To the west of Ketsch, Germany, lies an alluvial forest island known as the Ketscher Rheininsel. The island is notable for its abundant water resources, unique wildlife ecology, and the presence of endangered wild grapevines.
After analyzing the flood and drought challenges along the Rhine River, the author identified Ketscher Rheininsel as a key location with the potential to store floodwater and rainwater, serving as a critical resource for managing this section of the Rhine.
The topography of Ketscher Rheininsel reveals a pattern of being elevated in the center and lower in the surrounding areas. As a result, the vegetation is arranged in zones from the center outward: mixed forests that are rarely exposed to water, hardwood forests that can occasionally tolerate flooding, shrubs, and willows that frequently endure floods, and, finally, reeds, which are located closest to the Rhine.
Affected by extreme weather in recent years, Germany has often experienced unpredictable floods and droughts. For the Rhine River, the impacts of drought are significant, including increased concentrations of pollutants in the water and reduced cooling effects on the surrounding environment as the river's water levels decrease.
Additional challenges include the inability of ships to navigate the river and the need for sufficient water to irrigate riverside fields. Consequently, retaining water in the landscape has become a crucial issue in addressing frequent droughts.
A historical flood level scale is installed at the Ketscher Rheininsel, recording flood levels from the past century. The scale notably marks a massive flood in 1882, during which water levels reached an impressive height of 2.5 meters.
This part of the Rhine River is an alluvial plain(show on the both images), which people use to grow crops in modern times. Also standing on the waterfront are several sewage treatment plants that receive domestic sewage from nearby towns, and the treated water will be discharged directly into the Rhine.
The author found that the town of Ketsch plays a crucial role in sewage treatment for the neighboring city. Wastewater from five towns is collected here, treated, and discharged back into the Rhine. Among them, the gray water channel can be managed to the southeast of the Ketscher Rheininsel.
[ Greywater Treatment]
Existing Footpath
Klärwerk Zweckverband Bezirk Schwetzingen, water treatment plant
Wildschweingehege, Wildlife enclosure
Kirkkojärvi Flood Park, located in Espoo , Finland, along the Espoonjoki River, was originally a lake in the 1950s. The park is characterized by dynamic water movements and is prone to seasonal flooding, particularly during spring and autumn. Its size fluctuates depending on the extent of the flood, serving as both a clue and evidence of the area's history of
Espoonjoki River
The author proposes creating a demonstration site for greywater filtration to connect nature and humanity. Residents will have the opportunity to engage directly with the filtered environment—such as a natural swimming pool and an ice rink—where they can play, observe the ecosystem, and reflect on their relationship with water resources and biodiversity.
As for planting decisions, the impurities and compounds commonly found in greywater will be absorbed and metabolized by selected plants. Examples include cattails, water hyacinths, eelgrass, canna, and water lilies. The design emulates the process of a greywater treatment plant: first, sediment is allowed to settle through physical precipitation, then the water flows into deep areas planted with vegetation. After being filtered thoroughly, the water flows into pools designed for human contact.
In this project, a rainwater storage system was designed to collect, filter, and store rainwater in basins. The clean water is then distributed to several recreational facilities, such as swimming pools and a skating rink. By showcasing the rainwater storage and filtration process, visitors can actively engage with the operation of filtered rainwater. They can play in purified water pools, observe how the landscape and plants aid in water purification, and enjoy a poetic and diverse experience from the infrastructure.
Additionally, Ketscher Rheininsel is home to a rare wild grapevine, one of the oldest crops in the world. Over the past two hundred years, its population has sharply declined, with only a few plants remaining, scattered across the alluvial forests of the Upper Rhine. Ketscher Rheininsel is one of its last strongholds. To support the revival of this grapevine and prevent its growth from negatively impacting other plants, a series of frames were designed to guide and support the vines' growth.
[ The Skating Rink ]
Beyond the Border: The Symbiosis Between
Temple and Vendors
In 'Beyond the Border,' the author designed a modular structure for vendors, allowing parades and religious activities to take place in the temple’s front courtyard. Various transparent shopping structures were introduced to make the temple more accessible. During the annual parade, people can gather in the temple courtyard to enjoy food, traditional crafts, and performances.
When the Karma Parade begins, pilgrims and residents flock to the front courtyard of Chenghuang Temple. Vendors relocate to the plaza, creating more space for the temple and the performance stage. During the celebration, people watch traditional drama performances, enjoy snacks, light incense, and participate in traditional music and dance. The Karma-breaking parade usually departs from the temple's front courtyard. Pilgrims wear paper representations of their karma, follow the parade, and return to Chenghuang Temple after visiting the surrounding neighborhood, about one kilometer away.
Hsinchu Chenghuang Temple is a cultural and spiritual hub for citizens, where food and faith coexist in a harmonious symbiotic relationship. Vendors operate directly in front of the temple, even setting up next to the incense burner. Tables and chairs are arranged along the sides, making the temple almost hidden among the crowded stalls.
Guangming New Village Reconstruction Project
The site is located in Guangming New Village, a community with roots tracing back to the Japanese occupation period. This village is characterized by its valuable forests and a rich diversity of animal and insect species, making it an ecologically important area.
Involvement parts of author
-Site Research and Mapping
-Plant Research
The reconstruction project consists of five renovated historical buildings, a landscape playground, and a lakeside trail. The primary objective is to preserve the significant memories that residents associate with the village's trees while introducing new activities and functions.
These additions include a holiday market in the alleyways of the buildings, a landscape playground for children, music performances, an ecological grass ditch for sustainable water management, and lakeside trails.
The vision is for children in Guangming New Village to experience nature firsthand—playing in the woods, running across grassy slopes, and exploring the natural environment around them.
-Historical Building Layout
-Water Supply and Drainage Analysis
[ Guangming New Village Masterplanning ]
Staff Dormitory Area Renovation Site
Chengkung Lake
National Tsinghua University
National Yangming Chiaotung University
Guangming Kindergarten
Inner Time: Four Poems of Architecture Notaion
How can various forms of inner space be combined? Four notation poems below narrate the journey of exploring the inner world.
The author divided a single day into four periods, exploring different times and conditions through light and shadow, planting, sound, airflow, water, and natural elements. These four poems express author's theory of sensory spaces and the primal intention of shelter. By following these four projects step by step, one may ultimately find inner peace.
Reflection
The Poem of Reflection: A community library where people can experience natural elements such as breeze, drizzle, fog, plants, and sparkling ripples while reading indoors, all of which are reflected in the architectural space.
Aegis
The Poem of Shimmer: A shop between light and shadow. From morning to evening, sunlight visits each chamber for two hours in turn. People track the time by following the shifting shimmer.
Morning Rites
The Poem of Rite: In this hotel, guests walk downstairs along the sunlight chimney, bathed in the light of the morning ceremony, experiencing their first 'morning rites,' such as a cup of steaming tea, a shower, opening a curtain, and stretching.
Laundryside
The Poem of Uselessness: What is the value of 'uselessness'?
In this laundry shop, while waiting forty minutes for laundry to finish, people without phones wander around the laundry room—watering flowers, chatting, drying clothes, and listening to the hum of the dryer.
Laundryside
Rites
Reflection
Aegis
Chongjian Street Open Studio: The British Consular Residence Historical Building
The author served as the leader of the 3D modeling team in the Chongjian Street Open Studio, overseeing the group’s efforts in collecting historical drawings, conducting on-site investigations, and researching materials. Ultimately, the team created and rendered a video of the British Consular Residence historical building model.
Bamboo Pavilion Exhibition:Yiran, A Discussion and Practice of Bamboo Materials in the Three-Point Standing Pavilion
In the Bamboo Pavilion project, the author also took on the role of team leader, guiding the group from the initial stages of creating small models to discuss the pavilion's form, through researching wire tying methods for the structure, and solving issues encountered during construction (such as stabilizing the sagging central joint during the build). The author managed the construction timeline, and their group became the first to successfully complete the structure, leading to a smooth opening.
Carpe Diem: An Experimental Food Forest
