ARCHITECTURE & URBAN PLANNING
portfolio
Architecture & Urban Design 2019
2013 2019
ARCHITECT & CULTURAL MANAGER Timisoara Architecture Biennial (BETA)
I handle research & design for architecture and urban planning topics related to sustenability as well as event strategy. The biennial focuses on education, profession and city, with next year’s topic handling sustainability & responsability issues. 2016 2019
JR. ARCHITECT Plancontrol
ARCHITECTURE & URBAN PLANNING Politechnic University of Timisoara, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning
Bachelor & Master (MArch) university studies, provided together in a single, integrated system.
Workshop “Implementing design feedback in the early design stage using data”, #graphisoftLEARN
My focus has been on urban planning and design, working with both public and private contributors. I also designed commercial and industrial projects. I worked directly with clients and stakeholders, dealing with the creation of 2D and 3D projects on different scales, structuring information, holding presentations and gathering input from citizens, in order to improve proposals.
2015
Architecture courses
ARCHITECTURE INTERN Plancontrol
Workshop “Public space and Landscape design – Useful Workflows and Plugins”, #graphisoftLEARN Workshop “Quality of life in Timisoara” organised by Politechnic University of Timisoara Workshop “Urban& Heritage Renewal” organised by Technical University of Mons & Politechnic University of Timisoara Workshop “LightEdu” organised within Architecture Biennale in Timisoara - Lighting Design workshop
I worked closely with stakeholders, understanding their needs and creating both 2D & 3D models and conceptual sketches for their requirments. Work model: BIM. My main tasks involved landscape & urban design as well as industrial & restauration projects.
Course “Urban Design for the Public Good: Dutch Urbanism” - held online by Delft University Conferences: BETA 2016, 2018, “Cities of Tomorrow”, “Urban Talks” Master Classes by #graphisoftLEARN, Budapest Workshop Reprogramming the City, Scott Burnham
Volunteering
Course Generative Design Foundations, Danil Nagy
2018 2019
MEMBER Resilience Labs
2011 2012
REGIONAL EBEC EVENT COORDINATOR BEST Romania & Moldova
2012 2013
EBEC MARKETING COORDINATOR BEST Europe
2010 2011
MARKETING VICE-PRESIDENT BEST Timisoara
2012 2013
MARKETING VICE-PRESIDENT OF A4 A4 - Architecture NGO
2009 2010
LOCAL EBEC EVENT COORDINATOR BEST Timisoara
Romanian
English
French
Spanish
Work projects Masterplan, Ghiroda (urban) LIDL physical planning, Timisoara (urban) IKEA Physical planning, Timisoara (urban) BBraun Factory, Sanandrei (industrial) LIDL, Timisoara (commercial) Augustin Pacha house (residential & restauration) Housing project, Albina (urban) Lamaitei Lake, Timisoara (urban)
During our cooperation, Romina showed professionalism and maturity - both in her research and her solutions. I could see a high level of work, dedication and creativity.
School projects
Arch. Marius Găman
Planning for Bromma, Stockholm (urban) Physical planning for Circumvalatiunii neighborhood, Timisoara (urban) Physical planning for Mehala neighborhood, Timisoara (urban) Individual housing, Timisoara & Cluj (residential) Collective housing, Timisoara (residential) Continental Hotel, Timisoara (hotel) Multiplexity, Timisoara (cultural) Architecture University, Timisoara (restauration & education) Petrila Mine, Petrosani (restauration) Povergina Church (urban, restauration)
Competitions & others Europan Graz 13 (urban) Europan Linz 14 (urban) Europan Borås 15 (urban) - Finalist Linnanniemi Turku, Finland (urban) Reprogramming the city (urban) Com’on Timisoara (urban) Light Edu (urban)
References arch. Alpar Kovacs (coworker at Plancontrol) alpar.kovacs@plancontrol.ro kovacsalpar@yahoo.com +40 724 235 252
arch. Marius Gaman (Thesis Coordinator) gaman.s.marius@gmail.com +40 732 154 918
Architectural & urban designer, interested in planning and generative design trying to continously improve the quality of life through my projects. My focus is on user-oriented design, research, high quality public space and prototyping & testing of new ideas.
Romina Popescu
SPECIALIZATION Architecture & Urbanism
Urban Design Urban Planning Urban Accupuncture Strategic Planning Illustration & Design Architectural Concept Commercial Other
Graphic Design Design Thinking Python scripting BIM
romina.nicoleta@gmail.com
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My values: research, collaboration, user-experience driven design & planning, strategic vision, continuous learning and improvement
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Continental Hotel
Europan 13, Gratz
Urban Renewal, Sthlm
A new addition is needed for the hotel that was built in 1971. The old construction is not legally a monument, yet, it has become a symbolic building in Timisoara. This aspect has made it important to find a solution that will not disturb the equilibrium - form wise - in the city center.
An urban renewal project on an XS dimention site, in Gratz, Austria. The proximity to the railway station is the focus point of the project, a connection between the two entities being required. requested, making public space the link that can bring those together.
Looking towards the closing of Bromma Airport in 2038, a new proposal for the areas surrounding it is expected. The chosen site is situated in the industrial part of Johannesfred. Some problems that this proposal is trying to solve regard the need for residential space, density and lack of many urban centers.
Multiplexity
Europan 15, BorĂĽs
Linnanniemi, Turku
Urban renewal project in Sweden that is based on “productive city� principles and genius loci. The proposed solution works with a tabula plena approach, preserving buildings, nature and local culture.
Urban Regeneration in Finalnd. The site is situated on the limit between water and land in an industrial district. It must be transformed into a vibrand neighborhood that lives 24/7. A museum must be designed also.
A technical museum is expected to be designed & built for Timisoara 2021 - European Capital of culture. The proposal should present not a static building, but rather a resillient device.
*other projects have a preview at the end of the portfolio and can be sent upon request
Continental Hotel, Timisoara Hotel Addition
School/Competition project Site Location: Timisoara, Romania Wanting to keep the proposal free from a competition between the 2 buildings, the new addition planned will be designed with a strong horizontal accent. The visual impact of the building is minimum, allowing it to be easily integrated with both the park and the older hotel. The ground floor accomodates multiple semi-public spaces, like coffee-shops or restaurant, making the barrier between public (the park) and private (the hotel) easier to cross.
Ground Floor Having a semi-public feel, this floor creats a link between the park and the inside of the hotel through a series of coffe shops and restaurants. Changes made to the old building are related to the old kitchen, restaurant and the event hall. 1st-4th Floor The 4 floors give access to 88 rooms, as well as 4 conference rooms. The detached facade allows the existance of small balconies where guests can enjoy direct view over the park / green terace Roof The roof accomodates a coffe-bar that is available for both hotel guests and other visitors. The walkable part of the roof & the bar are oriented towards the park, while the North-East wing, closer to the boulevard is covered by grass and trees.
BASEMENT
GROUND FLOOR
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FLOOR
ROOF
Multiplexity - Science Center TIMISOARA 2021 proposal
Site Location: Timisoara, Romania While preparing for 2021 Timisoara European Capital of Culture, the need for a new space, a technological museum / science center has appeared. Situated near the river Bega, the new proposal works with steel, glass and the existing brick facade. The focus of the project is to make a flexible device, that can easily adapt to any space requirments. Engineering is the backbone of this proposal, offering a multitude of ways to redesign the space through the usage of modular platforms that can move through the entire building. Contributors: Alexandru Mihailescu
outdoor networing space
expo space
expo space
restaurant - belvedere
outdoor lightening
restaurant expo space administration
working hub multifunctional hall
lobby
parking
experimental expo space
storage
storage mobile platform
+28.0 m new insertion
+22.0 m
+13.0 m old facade
+8.3 m
administration
+5.0 m hub
lobby & wardrobe expo space
multifunctional hall
Main station West, Gratz EUROPAN 13, 2015
Site Location: Gratz, Austria The main goal of our project was to connect the two sides of the Bahnhofsviertel cartier divided by the railroad tracks. The purpose was to create a new connection by allowing the project site to act as a gateway and establish unity of the Bahnhofsviertel Cartier. We desired to have a visual impact on visitors coming into Graz by train - the urban silhouette generated would have been a catalyst and attractor for visitors. Coordinators: arch. Ovidiu MIcsa, arch. Gabriela Pascu Contributors: Alexandru Mihailescu, Razvan Dinu, Eduard Benga, Paul Ficut, Felix Pantalici, Florin Simirdeanu, Nicodim Lezeu, Raul Feier
north underpass 5 32 x 15 = 5.00
south underpass private propriety
PEDESTRIAN ROUTES
5 32 x 15 = 5.00
railway station
future park
CONNECTIONS
5 32 x 15 = 5.00
old tower square
underpass square south square
ACTIVE PUBLIC SPACES
STEP
STEP
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ONE
south square
restaurant residential spaces
Breaking the physical borders of the site. We created four main access points and two axis: North-South & East-West
Reinterpretation of the inner courtyard typology found in Graz. The site is enclosed from the outside and the inner space is private.
art gallery
STEP FOUR
STEP THREE
community pool
Shaping the silhouette of the site.
residential spaces
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FIVE
south underpass
Breaching the visual barrier. The shape was trimmed in order to create a visual relation with the railway station
residential spaces
Adding the slope. The slope connects dynamically the individual buildings and creates a series of public spaces along its route.
Transformation of the inner area in public space. We sunk and modeled parts of the walking plane to configure dynamic and easy accessible public spaces.
STEP EIGHT
STEP SEVEN
office
old tower square north underpass
Faze two of the development. The slope line reaches the top of the office building creating a series of public spaces.
The final network of public spaces.
Public space, its integraion into the public infrastructure and user experience design concepts are the backbone of this project.
old tower
Several attractors are placed on the site and their main role is to capture the influx of people by proximity to the railway station: - the sunken public place - the water towe public square - the ramp connecting most of the public spaces - several public spaces on the last levels of the buildings
north underpass north square
TOURIST AND COMMUTERS ROUTES subsidized space
underground parking
Public space is present at different hights, allowing pedestrians to experience a fluid and dynamic route through the site. The different elevations of the journey influences the perception of the site and allows people to see and to be seen. The most convenient way to access the sire is on foot. Pedestrians can move freely throughout the site and all public spaces are easily accessible also for elderly or disables.
south underpass
commercial space
Three main bicycle parkings provide the necessary space for cyclists and one underground car parking, making the site fairly accessible.
OFFICE ROUTES LEGEND
subsidized space
1 tower plaza 2 living spaces acces 3 green terrace for residents
south square
4 office & restaurant 5 underpass 6 bicycle parking 7 parking lot acces for residents 8 residents pool 9 undergroud parking
office space
10 green public space
RESIDENTS ROUTES
11
parking lot acces
12
high-rise restaurant
13
kindergarten
14
art gallery
Johannesfred, Bromma, Stockholm URBAN RENEWAL PROPOSAL
School Project: Final Thesis, first phase Site Location: Stockholm Considering the need for new residential developments, as well as the closing of Bromma Airport in 2038, the project tries to come with a feasible solution for the Industrial area from Johannesfred. The concept is influenced by the dialog with people living in Stockholm, demanding a new urban center and by the information from the City Plan. I am working with a combination between a grid of streets and a matrix of activities. The proposal is based on the importance of public space, as well as an equilibrium between functions
Phase 1 SV
Legend Site Street Connection between cores
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End of Bromma Airport contract Demolition of industrial area
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Development of the industrial area Demolition of the airport & new infrastructure
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Rail goes underground Waterfront & green area design New residential - North New passage over Ulvsundavagen
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New tram line Transport core Housing, office and commerical zoning constructie spatiu public central nord School & Sport Public space
Legend Site Street Connection between cores
GSEducationalVersion
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SP
Radius of influence for waterfront 300 m
SP SP
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Bridge connection to Solna Cultural buildings Waterfront design
Activity core
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Public Space core Radius of influence 400m, 600m
ONALITIES N
Legend Site Water Limit of development: Bromma Aiurport Degree of pollution: low Degree of pollution: medium Degree of pollution: high Polluted lake Unfriendy commercial area Noise pollution (>70 db) Unplanned green space Existing green space Transport core - not functional Hard limit created by rails No connection / no access between / to green areas Street that is not efficiently integrated into city’s infrastructure No connection between Bromma and Solna Hard limit between simmilar zoning
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Legend Site Water Green Area Waterfront public space Collective Housing Office Other services Commercial Commercial ground floor / office Commercial ground floor / residential Housing at the last 2 floors Landmark Bike station Radius of influence of 250 m (bike) Passage over street Connection between public space and protected green area Green squar Transport Core Plaza New tram Light train moved underground Bike path Activities on water Bridge connecting Solna Waterfront section
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Function
Built area
Housing
607 168
Services & Institutions
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Culture Education Sport General
29 743 14 457 18 162 22 754 410 304 85 567
%
Other information aprox 14 400 people (42mp/pers) 51.2% aprox 11 400 people (53mp/pers) 2.5% 1.2% 5.2% total 1.5% 1.9% 20% of ground floor is housing 34.5% ground floor is commercial/other 7.2% can be found at ground floor level (housing)
Function
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%
Other information
Green area
128 436
15.1% Public
Street
241 472
28.4%
includes shared streets
Gässlösa - Borås, Sweden EURPAN 15, 2019
Site Location: Borås, Sweden The requirements of the competition ask for a solution that would go under the idea of “productive city”. It should offer the best conditions to live a simple everyday life in a dense urban environment that is attractive through a range of urban qualities and fast and flexible local and regional transports. Moreover, it is ought to be an inclusive urban environment where there is much to choose from and where people can meet and exchange culture and ideas. The proposed solution works with a tablua plena approach and is based on preserving as much as possible: buildings, nature and genius loci. Contributors: Ana Maria Branea, Marius Găman
40.4% green area
11.89% street area
8.11% pedestrian alley
<50% street for cars
Green spaces & meeting points
Urban trails, flooding & noise pollution
Re-used buildings
Landmarks & public spaces
design raw materials production, manufacturing
Borås Gässlösa
distribution
consumption residual waste
mechanization steam power weaving loom
Industry 1.0
SMART City
Connected Community
Innovation & Tech
repair, reuse
mass production assembly line electrical energy
Industry 2.0
Social Diversity
Equitable Community
Traditional Industry turns 4.0
automation computers electronics
Industry 3.0
Sustainable Mobility
Diverse Social Life
Easy Accesible
cyber physical systems IoT (internet of things) Networks
Industry 4.0
Quality of Life
Science & Education Focus
Renewable energy
GSEducationalVersion
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Linnanniemi, Turku, Finland Urban Regeneration competition
Competition project Site Location: Turku, Finland The strategic location of the site at the intersection of the archipelago and the city, demands a re-naturalizing approach blurring the boundaries between sea and city, reversing the historical expansion of the artificial over nature. The site takes on both the role of gateway to Turku, and Finland, that of meeting ground for tourists, locals, flora and fauna, through its mix or functions and public space, density and wildlife friendly greens and built areas. Contributors: Ana Branea, Marius GÄ&#x192;man *image: part of the proposal
LEGEND
proposed building building on piles existing/planned building island site limit water pedestrian area public square covered public square green area green area on buildings bike parking / rent bike tracks car parking drop off area 2049
tram stop bus stop ferry stop tram route bus route ferry route wharfs museum ship area
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2039
events area
office 32680 sqm services 30405 sqm market 3072 sqm parking 17920 sqm
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3.6%
21.3%
office 2685 sqm services 5605 sqm parking 3710 sqm housing 4660 sqm museum 1880 sqm hotel 3650 sqm 16.5%
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office 1631 sqm services 12572 sqm parking 6830 sqm museum 12600 sqm 26.1%
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parking 12640 sqm services 1520 sqm office 5490 sqm museum 6425 sqm housing 12746 sqm spa 15865 sqm hotel 20060 sqm 16.9% 17.1% 2% 21.2%
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Urban Planning Projects Extract
Presented projects: Masterplan Ghiroda Town (x-large scale) Neighborhood planning Mehala (large scale) Urban Accupuncture projects (extra small scale) - Reprogramming the city - LightEdu - Comâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;on Timisoara - Lays / Night at the fire
Other projects (work): Zonal Urban Plan for Lidl (small-medium scale) Zonal Urban Plan for IKEA (small-medium scale) Zonal Urban Plan for individual housing (residential, small) Zonal Urban Plan for collective housing (residential, medium) Idea competition for Linnanniemi, Turku, Finland (large) Graz, Austria, Europan (large) Johannesfred, Stockholm, Sweden Thesis (large) Neighborhood planning Circumvalatiunii (small scale) Linz Austria, Europan (large scale)
Other architectural projects or more details about the presented projects can be sent upon request.
Masterplan Ghiroda (work project) Ghiroda is a small town near Timisoara (3rd biggest city in Romania) that also contains Traian Vuia Airport. The masterplan has to deliver a uniform concept that would create a link between Ghiroda and Giarmata Vii - two small villages that have a single administration. During this project I worked with transport infrastructure, green spaces, handeling both new and old plots, designing new spaces and solving problems on different scales. (ex. minimizing the harsh limits created by the railway and industrial plots, street design, public space design, construction guide for individual housing etc.)
Neighborhood Mehala, Timisoara (school project) Hospital
Market
Pharmacy
Commercial
Food & Restaurant
Bank
Coffee Shop
Gas station
Pub
Tram
Park attraction
Bus
Education Library Swimming pool General
In the last 10 years, Timisoara secured it place as one of the most important cities in Romania. This position came together with a need to extend the city and fight the natural growth towards urban sprawl. This project proposes a different way to grow the city, while also respectig the already built environment that is in proximity. The entire new neighborhood is developed along a green area that is protecting the old water trench. Functions like residential, commercial, health & office are proposed.
Urban Accupuncture (competitions & workshops)
Most extra small projects have been part of competitions (ex. Comâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;on Timisoara - winner, Lays Competition - winner) or workshops like Reprogramming the City (part of Timisoara 2021 European Capital of Culture) and LightEdu (part of the Timisoara Architecture Biennial). Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked both at designing and implementing those projects together with my team members.
Romina Popescu romina.nicoleta@gmail.com romina.nicoleta +40 736 852 757 issuu.com/rominanicoleta