Ryerson Urban Design and Graphics Portfolio

P O R T F O L I O Sadaf Shahid Ryerson University School of Urban and Regional Planning (BURPI) 2016-2017 sadaf.shahid@ryerson.ca (647) 870 3648

PROFILE & CONTACT

SADAF - SHAHID Mobile: (647) 870 3648 Email: sadaf.shahid@ryerson.ca Intstagram Gallery: @sadaffodil Youtube: Sadaf Shahid

EDUCATION Ryerson University (2nd year)

BURPl (Urban & Regional Planning)

DESIGN SKILLS 01 computer Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Adobe Lightroom Sketchup ArcGIS MS Excel AutoCAD

02 knowledge Policy/Land Use Legislation/Planning Theory/ Statistical Analysis/Sustainable Development/Physics

EXPRIENCE & ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2017: RAPS Associate of Graphic Design 2017: Lieutenant Governor’s Visionaries Prize 2017: York University “Tower on the Ravine” Urban Design 2017: NXT City Prize: Liberty Market Galleria Design

Now: 2018: Research Assistant at Ryerson Uni-

HOBBIES & INTERESTS Photography/Graphic Design/Urban Design/Landscape architecture/Land Use Planning/Videography/Film/Typography/Design/Reading/Travelling/Architecture

STUDIO I Dundas St. E. Greenspace & Builtform Sketchup Model

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESIGN COMPETITIONS Biophilic Design Promoting Walkability

STUDIO II Woodbine Beach Park Land Features Public Spaces Social Connectivity

STUDIO III Rouge National Urban Park Contour Model Statistical Analysis

STUDIO I

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Decidious Trees in Place to enhance character of the area,

GREENSPACE & B U I L T F O R M.

This particular section of Dundas St. E illustrates a pedestrian friendly neighbourhood with integration of educational, health, and other social services. This private school located within the subject site is aligned with deciduous trees enhancing the greenspace as well as a small park situated on the west serving as a functional public space for its inhabitants.

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Private Catholic Schooling as Public Service

Clean area with green space and sidewalks promote cycling

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SKETCHUP M O D E L.

Renderings produced for the subject site demonstrate a clear understanding of street contents and activity. These renderings were created using perspectives from the original sketchup model then moved into photoshop to add relevent elements into the picture.

Photoshop Sketchup ArcGIS AutoCAD

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DESIGN COMPETITIONS

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BIOPHILIC D E S I G N.

The “Towers on the Ravine” design competition advocated for biophilic design and innovative ways to alter the ravine space that catered to more pedestrians. “Wetlands” created using recycable materials gained from the residents living in the area would be created. This idea was used in an effort to increase the economic value of ecosystem services within the area as well as to attract more residents into the space.

Illustrator Photoshop

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PROMOTING W A L K A B I L I T Y.

The “NXT City Prize� design competition wanted to address the need for pedestrian activity within the Liberty Market Galleria. This would be done through public art, engagement, etc. My idea was focused on attracting pedestrians through the use of light fixtures and promoting this in a way that enhances the productivity and economic prosperity of shops located in the area.

Illustrator Photoshop Indesign

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STUDIO II

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L A N D S C A P E F E A T U R E S.

Illustrator Photoshop Indesign ArcGIS

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PUBLIC S P A C E S.

The axonometric drawings illustrate features of Woodbine Beach Park in the context of multiple theorists such as Jan Gehl, Kevin Lynch, William H. Whyte, Jane Jacobs, and others. Features such as public services, built form in residential and commercial, connectivity, and natural landscapes were taken into account whn addressing the performance level of the public space.

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Illustrator Photoshop ArcMap

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This poster design was created to showcase connectivity in woodbine in relation to different elements such as routes, built form, water, and greenspace.

Illustrator ArcGIS

SOCIAL C O N N E C T I V I T Y. 21

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STUDIO III

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CONTOUR M O D E L.

Our area is defined by the various natural and artificial features present which contribute to the varying topography of the site. These include, the Toronto Zoo features such as the Malayan Woods Pavilion trails, Rouge River, Upper Rouge Trails Park, etc.

Our scale topographical model demonstrates this in an organized manner and shows the subtle changes in elevation in our area of interest using the appropriate vertical scale to create a vertical exaggeration of 2.5.

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CENSUS A N A L Y S I S.

This census analysis of Richmond Hill dissemination areas was performed to gain a broader understanding on the demographics of the area within different scales. In contrast to the Census Metropolitan Area and Census Subdivision, we explored different variables that contribute to the overall character of Richmond Hill and illustrated the trends within the report using relevant graphics and detail.

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Neighbourhood Census Analysis Richmond Hill

Yumna Mughal Sadaf Shahid

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Neighborhood Boundaries.

5 Census Variables.

Within broader local context.

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Our dissemination area of study is located on the intersection of Bathurst and Gamble St. These particular boundaries were maintained throughout our study to include significant amount of dwelling types as well as intricate features of the neighbourhood that may contribute to the statsitics explored below.

Average Income. (longitudinal)

Starting with average household income, we want to explore the changes associated with each variable and how the difference affects each of the 4 other variables.

Our study serves as a way to use Income to draw conclusions about Richmond Hill’s aspects and the way people are positioned in the current economic environment . Average Income makes a bold statement as to which direction the area is moving in when compared with 2006 census.

Tenure Type.

For the longitudinal variable, (Average Income), Our boundaries were expanded above Jefferson Side Rd for an accurate comparison. However, from 2006 Richmond Hill has undergone intensive growth in terms of dwellings and population to accomodate the pressure from population growth and the urban and suburban development that accompanies it (Ontario Growth Plan, 2015). Due, to this our boundaries do not extend to King street but covers a significant amount of dwellings that represent Richmond Hill as a neighbourhood (refer to page 8).

Is a housing characteristic that refers to the legal status under which a person occupies a dwelling. This statistic can be explained or further studied using Income and Dwelling Types.

By identifying the amount recorded for each tenure type, we are able to gain a rough idea on the financial characterstics of the people of Richmond Hill. By comparing trends of Tenure and Income, it is easy to make observations on the population and connect it to our longitiduinal anlaysis .

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Lambert Conformal Conic Projection Standard parallels: 44° 12’ 40” N and 54° 19’ 46” N Central meridian: 84° 44’ 58” W Latitude of origin: 49° 16’ 13” N Sources: Statistics Canada, Census of Population, 2016;

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Dissemination Area 35191339 Yonge Street Rouge River

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Mode of Transportation.

For our cross sectional analysis, we wanted to investigate which areas are more automobile oriented and the reason the area might be dependant on cars. (Income vs Distance). This analysis focuses on Richmond Hill as a suburban neighbourhood but also reflects the basic standards of suburban areas throughout the GTHA .

These statitstics can also help identify and compare trends such as rapid population growth, higher levels of urbanization, and traffic congestion.

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Dwelling Types.

To identify and build on the study of Richmond Hill’s economic characteristics relative to York Region and Central Metropolitan Area of Toronto, House profiling is essential to understand basic trends and issues such as housing affordability. By identifying the dwelling characteristics within each region, we can establish goals and objectives towards achieving a more diverse community.

Employment Status.

This data allows us to understand the relationship between dwelling types, distance, income, transportation, and tenure to ensure a more livable community. In addition, we can find a relationship among income and dwelling types to see if there is a similar trend between all neighbourhoods within York Region and Toronto CMA.

Refers to the occupation a person holds which results in a speci�c income. �mployment status dictates the rights a person has in terms of housing affordability, types of tenure, transporation, and dwelling. Richmond Hill has the third highest amount of �obs in �or� Region. �mployment status provides more insight into socio-economic conditions of the area and where it �ts in �or� Region and the ���.

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Average Income.

Tenure Type.

2006 DA

190781

(Longituditnal)

Percentage of Tenure Type

2016 DA

-150.000% $60,000 and over

$50;000 to $59;999

$40;000 to $44;999

$45;000 to $49;999

Income ($)

$35;000 to $39;999

$25;000 to $29;999

$30;000 to $34;999

$20;000 to $24;999

$10;000 to $14;999

$15;000 to $19;999

$5;000 to $9;999

Under $5;000

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35191365

Table 1.3 of Tenure Type 35191340

35191339 (Statistics Canada, 2016)

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

Perentage Change (%)

150.000%

0.000%

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Total: 1520

18%

34%

67%

Renter

York Region Total: 64115

Toronto Total: 2135910

Owner When compared with York Region and Toronto, the ownership of homes is significantly larger. As a result of the “mixed income - mixed tenure” community concept, Richmond Hill with it’s high income status reiterates this notion with limited tenure options.

100.000%

-100.000%

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

According to the graph, 34% ofthe tenure options offer rent and the highest compared to York Region (18%). Richmond Hill nieghbourhood representing a population on 1520 offers the least amount of diverse tenure with only 8% offered at rent.

However, Richmond Hill also exceeds the amount of dwellings owned which is 93% of dwellings compared to the York Region and Toronto.

Lambert Conformal Conic Projection Standard Parallels: 44° 12' 40" N and 54° 19' 46" N Central Meridian: 84° 44' 58" W Latitude of Origin: 49° 16' 13" N

Income Change in Richmond Hill from 2006 to 2016 (%)

50.000%

Richmond Hill

93%

82%

Located in the geographic centre of the GTA, Richmond Hill is an important neigbourhood stimulating economic growth and prosperity across York Region.

This is reiterated with the graph below which illustrates a trend analysis between the years 2006 and 2016 of average income withing the DA’s in Richmond Hill.

The trend makes a bold statement as to which direction the area is currently moving in. As seen from the graph, from the percentage of the difference in percentage, it seems those in recent years who made salaries $39 999 and below have declined and seemingly shifted towards more economic progression.

There has been an increase in wages $60 000 and over (approx. 100% of the population) which makes a positive statement on the local economy. This specific analysis can be used to explain trends that occur with variables explored later on as our study is based on the Income Status of our area.

-50.000%

8%

Rent or Owned, 2016

When we look at York Region and Toronto in terms of tenure, the amount of renting options increases by 10%-16%. A diverse housing tenure describes an influx of housing developments occuring in a neighbourhood, which is seen within the CMA chart as there are an additional 369 developements occur within the downtown core with a varying income levels, diversifying tenure mix. (Refer to Table 1.5).

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The pictorial charts demonstrate the significant difference between employment status of citizens in each census area. The trend seems to show that there are 93.199% more people employed in the three census areas than there are unemployed.

What does this say about the economic status of Richmond Hill alone? The area is definietly strenghting it’s economic livability with more consumption occuring within the Dissemination Area. According to the Ontario Growth Plan, the number of jobs which is increasing by 12% between 2006 and 2011 is a sign of higher levels of investement, innovation, and overall economic success.

Total: 2950

The following graphics illustrate an interesting trend in terms of transporation options as well as their use and availibility. Richmond Hill is dominated by automobile usage as a result of distance from urban centres and increasing income. However, does this make the Richmond Hill neighbourhood car dependent?

York Region Employed: 93.070% Unemployed: 6.939%

There are sources of public transit that are offered in Richmond Hill (York Region Transit and Viva buses). Viva connects Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora and Newmarket and also links York Region with Toronto and its subway system at Finch Station, as well as Vaughan Metropolitan Centre.

Total: 104920

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

This key measurement shows economic trends independent of higher worker pay. The high number of employed persons reflects the reentry of workers into the labor force as additional members join in supporting their household and from higher capital gains. (U.S. Census Bureau: American Community Survey)

Richmond Hill is an automobile oriented region. However 24.90% of Toronto’s population uses public transit as their mode of transportation, due to easy access to TTC stations and services. Richmond Hill DA’s are situated in the part of the neighbourhood with less access to public transportation or lack of demand due to high fares, and minimal services, Finch Station being the nearest. York Region shows this trend at a larger scale as it includes regions that extend North of the CMA. It reiterates car depnendancy in the area as the data shows how it heavily relies on vehicles as their mode of transportation and almost none on public transit as the region extends north.

Toronto Employed: 92.290%

Table 1.4 of Labor Force Status

Total: 3234350

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

Unemployed: 7.710%

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Dwelling Types.

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(Statistics Canada, 2016) Dwelling Type Single Detached House

DA

CSD 58.710%

39.627%

Apartment (5+ Storeys)

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16.461%

29.352%

Other Attached Dwelling

17.800%

24.821%

30.992%

Semi-detached House

0.324%

3.985%

7.435%

Row House

17.476

15.081%

9.141%

Apartment/Flat in a Duplex

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3.033%

4.212%

Apartment (> 5 Storeys)

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2.636%

10.036%

Other Single-Attached Homes

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0.086%

0.166%

Moveable Dwelling

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0.030%

Total

1545

64120

2135910

Other: 1% Walk: 3%

Bike: 0.3% Vehicle Passenger: 6% Public Transit: 15%

CSD

DA

York Region

Vehicle (Driver): 75%

CMA

It does, as the population strives to keep a suburban lifestyle with acessibility to distant services, it is a re�uirement� a need that is satis�ed with the high income. However, it is debatable whether car dependency is being fueled with increasing income or due to less accessibility to services in the region.

Bike: 1%

Other: 1%

Public Transit: 24%

Table 1.5 of Transportation Mode Mode of Transportation Car (Driver)

DA 80.962%

CSD 75.305%

CMA 62.423%

Car (Passenger)

4.393%

5.725%

5.619%

Public transit

13.180%

15.217%

24.290%

Walked

1.255%

2.448%

5.247%

Bicycle

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0.271%

1.431%

Other method

0

1.033%

0.990%

Total

2390

86615

2747050

In addition to this, it was a challenge to establish which graphs were most representative of the analysis we were trying to make for our longitudinal variable. Due to this, we decided to focus on the comparitive analysis between two time periods rather than comparison between data gathered from the DA, CSD, and CMA all together, If we were to conduct this, it would require data from the DA, CSD, and CMA for both 2006 and 2016.

CMA

82.201%

Walk: 1%

Vehicle (Driver): 81%

62%

Throughout the course of this assignment, we faced numerous challenges related to data collection and presentation while comparing data with the 2006 census. In order to compare average household income in 2016 to 2006, we had to extend the boundaries for our dissemination area for an accurate comparitive analysis. To create an accurate comparative graph, we combined 3 adjacent 2016 dissemination areas into one set of data. We then took the total data and created a trend analysis with the 2006 data using a bar graph. The challenge about this was that we had to figure out which dissemination areas to combine in order to get the same boundaries as the 2006 dissemination area, and the same amount of population sampled. This required us to research amount of dwellings and prominent features within each DA which allowed us to choose which ones to incorporate into our analysis.

Table 1.6 of Dwelling Types

Vehicle Passenger: 4%

Toronto Vehicle (Driver): 62%

Vehicle Passenger: 6% Walk: 5%

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Closing

Remarks.

To conclude our census analysis, Richmond Hill is a diverse neighbourhood that has many economic characteristics when compared to York Region and the Central Metropolitan Area of Toronto. We chose to analyze average household income and draw an analysis that explores the changes associated with each variable; tenure type, employment status, mode of transportation and dwelling types.

Overall, this project allowed us to enhance our understanding on comparitive analysis between neighbourhoods and distinct region by using simplified yet effective graphics to illustrate different trends. We witnessed a dramatic trend in terms of the economic dvelopment and structural changes that occured within our Dessimination Area while emphasizing the effect Average Household Income has on di��erent characteristics o� the neighbourhood� �ur community profile illustrates Richmond Hill’s role as the central environment within York Region with a consistent developement strategy and goals for achieving sustainable growth and economic prosperity.

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

As we approach a larger scale, York Region exceeds in terms of row housing and apartment buildings of 5 storeys+. When compared with York Region, Toronto demonstrates a greater amount of Apartments or flat in duplex, Apartments 5 storeys+ as we approach the �owntown core and �usiness�financial districts� with more occupied buildings. Although Toronto still has a significantly high population living in single detached houses, its low compared to Richmond Hill

75%

Faced.

Richmond Hill dissemination area 35191339 is a reflection of early suburban sprawl occuring in the GGH (Greater Golden Horseshoe).

Therefore a majority of the dwelling types are either single detached houses, row houses, and other attached dwelling. However, as our boundaries expand to all of York Region, the area becomes more urbanized as you travel south. The subdivision in this part of the region have fairly high densities and include, detached homes, semi detached and condominiums. There is also an increasing amount of condominiums (+5 storeys and >5 storeys) being developed along Yonge Street due to more retorfit occuring within the areas. Reconfiguration of sprawling suburbs into communities of real neighborhoods and diverse districts has a sigificant impact on the varying dwelling types within the DA’s and can be seen as a factor that imacts the trend.

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81%

Public Transit: 13%

Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill Car Dependant due to Income or Distance?

Challenges

The bar graph illustrates a positive relationship between the amount of single detatched housing and the areas located North of the downtown core.

Mode of Transportation.

Transportation.

Unemployed: 5.763%

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

Employed: 94.237%

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

Status.

Mode of

Richmond Hill

(Statistics Canada, 2016)

Labour Force

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