TREE OF HOPE- COMMUNITY CENTER by Sailja Chandgotia

TREE OF HOPE COMMUNITY CENTER

PORTFOLIO BY: SAILJA CHANDGOTIA

SAILJA CHANDGOTIA

ABOUT ME

GOAL As a designer I aim to capture the essence of the natural world and optimise our living experience to the maximum with consideration of our planet. An excellent listening and communication skills makes me adopt and implement my human centric approach to reality. MY STORY My diverse asian culture made me fall in love with design.Having worked as a successful Interior designer in India for 4 years for commercial and residential projects, my passion motivated me to follow my dreams to the Academy of Art University.I am graduating May 2021 and actively looking for job opportunities.

Academy of Art University Graduate Student of Interior Architecture & Design. MA : 2019-2021 Email : sailja.chandgotia@gmail.com

CONTENTS

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

SITE ANALYSIS

SWOT ANALYSIS

BUILDING ANALYSIS

DESIGN CONCEPT

CASE STUDY

PROJECT PROGRAM

SCHEMATIC DESIGN

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT INTRODUCTION

PROJECT LOCATION : PORTLAND, OREGON 6015 NORTHEAST HOLLADAY STREET. GOAL : The community center is intended to welcome new refugees and provide them with a space for social services,education, job training and community connection as they journey toward self-sufficiency and adjust to life in a new city.

ROSE CITY PARK NEIGHBORHOOD

SITE : The site has enough space for parking. The site will have access to natural light from all sides.Accoustical treatments to block noise from highway which is at south direction has to be considered. USER BRIEF : CLIMATE REFUGEES IMPACTACTED BY CYCLONE HUDHUD INDIA(ODISHA) ZONING : EG2 SITE6015 NE HOLLADAY ST

North

West view of store and parking

Residential View

SITE

East view of empty plot area

Highway view on the south 7

SITE ANALYSIS SITE BRIEF

AGE

GENDER

ZIP : 97213

40%

25-35

ZONING: EG2

60%

35-50

ELEVATION: 206 FEET(APPROX) 50.53%

DENCITY: 8,955PEOPLE PERSQ MILE MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD POPULATION: 8,955 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD SIZE : 5 . 2

49.47%

Women

Residential area

Men

Commercial Area

Residential plot

Commercial plot

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME: $86,541PER YEAR CRIME RATES LOW Main Entrance

THIS LOCATION HAS 83% WHITE DOMINANT NEIGHBORHOOD BUT HAS 4% ASIAN COMMUNITY. COST OF LIVING IS LITTLE ABOVE AVERAGE.

Ample passive light as this plot is empty

Parking

Parking lot

WALKING SCORE : 68 OUT OF 100

Opportunity for plantation and creating good views

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SITE

SUN STUDY WIND Winder wind blow from south-east direction from September to may. Summer wind blow from north-west direction from June to August.

JUNE-AUGUST

CLIMATE Mostly through out winter its cold and rainy climate while Summers are dry and sunny .

(NS) SEPTEMBER-MAY

SUN The site will receive natural light from all directions as adjecent plots wont block sunlight. SUMMER-The days are much longer with sunrise at approx 4:27 AM and sunset at 7:57PM. WINTER: The days are much shorter with sunrise 7:53AM and sunset at 4:24PM.

WINTER SOLSTICE

SUMMER SOLSTICE

SWOT ANALYSIS

STRENGTH

WEAKNESS

Portand has a diverse culture.

South view will need acoustic treatment as it is connected to highway and railroad.

Walkable area so many errands can be accomplished on foot with easy acess to supermarkets. Convenient transportation and parking space and nearby highway.

The project site has a restaurant which will attract surrounding customers from residential and commercial area.

This community center is in the rose city park neighborhood in portland making it a prime location.

Mixed use site will give great opportunity to refugees.

There are good schools nearby and safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

OPPORTUNITIES

Ample opportunity to create views surrounding the site area.

Good amount of natural light from all direction as adjecent sites are not blocking any light.

THREATS

Buddhist temple at walking distance from site.

Asian populatin is only 4 percent in the area.

BUILDING ANALYSIS

LEGEND 1hr rated wall

The two-storied building is a type V , wood frame construction and sprinklered.

2hr rated wall Entrance Shaft

The current plan has 2hrs Fire rated wall dividing interior boundaries and 1hr fire rated

The building has 3 elevators currently.

DESIGN CONCEPT Connection to family Branches spread Eternal bonding outward Happiness Culture Shared roots Roots spread inward Personal growth life

Uniqueness

Interconnected Important gathering tree nature Strength MIND MAPPING

CONCEPT : Tree of life bringing harmony and balance Inspired by the history of odisha and its sacred symbol of enlightenment I want to provide the refugees with a space that gives them hope for regrowth.After having to flee their homes the tree of life symbol will help them connect back to their roots. As the Tree of Life symbol represents our personal development, uniqueness and individual beauty. Just as the branches of a tree strengthen and grow upwards to the sky, this space will help refugees to grow stronger, strive for greater knowledge, wisdom and new experiences as they move through life. All trees begin life in the same way, yet as they grow, someweather by nature’s forces still they develop in their own unique and beautiful ways similarly the refugees will grow even after facing the harsh reality in life.

Natural light from open sealing in the center to bring lot of biophilia to the space

Level 3 Sky sealing

Level 2 Seating with hanging planters bring natures indoor

Buddhism - in buddhism, the tree of life is known as the bhodi-tree and is believed to be the tree of enlightenment. it was under this tree that buddha reached enlightenment so it is seen as a very sacred symbol. 12

Central tree of life providies a healing enviornment for refugees PROCESS SKETCH AXONOMETRIC VIEW OF COMMUNITY GATHERING AREA

Hanging leaves Wall covering Community room entrance

Customized concretseating PROCESS SKETCH

COMMUNITY GATHERING AREA INTERIOR ELEVATION-LEVEL 1

COMMUNITY GATHERING AREA RENDERING -LEVEL 1 13

CASE STUDIES COLIVING SPACE : CASE STUDY PROJECT NAME

: COHOST

LOCATION

: SHANGHAI,CHINA

SIZE

: 8300 SQM

PROJECT

: ARCHITECT JAVIER PAZ TAIBO

-Cohost is a design-led co-living apartment brand and it embraces connection, sociability, good design and a healthy lifestyle. -The Cohost west bund includes 66 premium apartments with plenty of shared common areas, combined with mixed retail and a modern gym, swimming pool and tennis court, creating the perfect urban living retreat to balance work and home life. -A botanical theme in the design language echoes the nearby botanical garden, a green space in the city that is also shared amongst its many urban inhabitants -Tiled facade features botanical patterns and theme also carried throughout the interior of the building in the colors, upholstery, carpets and cushions.

KEY TAKEAWAYS -Shared kitchens allow for communal cooking and large dining tables play host to group meals and provide space for entertaining. -Each room provides the tenant with a private sanctuary with all their essentials, including an ensuite bathroom, a desk for studying and a compact kitchenette for simple food preparation. -Dutch doors create a partial boundary between the private and public domain, presenting opportunities for welcome interruption from solitary time -Tiled facade features botanical patterns and theme also carried throughout the interior of the building in the colors, upholstery, carpets and cushions. -Outside of the private rooms, shared functional areas on every floor are designed to promote community-building. These include community working spaces, kitchens, a library, living room, lounges, TV room and outdoor terraces.. -Larger spaces near lobby can be used for events and festivities. At the base of the building are shops, restaurants and a full gym.

PROJECT PROGRAM Key Adjacency

SCHEMATIC DESIGN- BUBBLE DIAGRAM ADVANTAGES All public spaces are on level 1 and private places on level 2 ,providing user with privacy and comfort. Restaurant has direct street acess which will attract customers.All key adjectiencies have been considerd. With regard to fire safety there is access door on all 4 sides of the plot. Which also help in monetering the traffic entering the space. Shared community kitchens allow for cooking together and large dining tables play host to group meals and provide space for entertaining.

Outdoor seating Assistant manager office

Support spaces

Restaurant Lobby

Kitchen

Outside of the private residential area, shared functional areas on Level 2 has been designed to promote community-building. iving rooms are situated around the central staircases to L create a natural point of entry as residents pass through inviting little hubs on their way home.Lounges create opportunities to connect and relax aswell as work. Natural light from open sealing in the center to bring lot of biophilia to the space. The community gathering space will provide a great view and help the users get relaxed.

Main Entranc

Restroom

Commu gatherin

J.clo

Passage

Class room Social service office

Play area

LEVEL 1

ce Lounge

3bhk

Residential

T.RM

Dinning

T.RM

Community kitchen

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Community room

Living area

Toilet room`

Open below

passage

Laundry Reading area

T.RM

T.RM T.RM

Studio` Residential

Comp.lab

3bhk

Residential 3bhk

Residential Asistant manager

LEVEL 2

BLOCK DIAGRAM Direct street access attracting customers

Outdoor seating

Direct access to storage

Main entrance

Secondary Close to pa

Sun light and view N

Entrance from garden area LEVEL 1 22

3BHK

y entrance arking Open below

3BHK

1BHK

3BHK

Managers studio

LEVEL 2 23

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT- FLOOR PLAN Restaurant with outdoor seating and direct street access will attract customers

Clean edge carpet with organic natura forms

Natural light fr open sealing in center to bring lot biophilia to the spa

Play area with org seating N

LEVEL 1 24

Shared community kitchens allow for cooking together and large dining tables play host to group meals.

Outside of the private residential area, shared functional areas on Level 2 has been designed to promote community-building.

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LEVEL 2 25

AXONOMETRIC VIEW

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Passage a

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PASSAGE TO THE ELEV

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Level 3

AXONOMETRIC VIEW A

Level 2Reading are All public spaces are on level 1 and private places on level 2 ,providing user with privacy and comfort.

LEVEL2

Level 1Class room AXONOMETRIC VIEW A

Outdoor tree seating area for restaurant

PA S

TO T

OUTDOOR TREE SEAT FOR RESTAURANT

EV AT OR

AXONOMETRIC VIEW A

With regard to fire safety there is access door on all 4 sides of the plot. Which also help in monetering the traffic entering the space. 26

LEVEL1

Manufacturer- Herman Product name- Rhyme Modular Seating Quantity- 1 Starting at $4,350.00

area level 2

Seating area under tree

area level 1

Main entrance

Outdoor seating

VATOR Bike Parking

Parking

Open garden

Wind and noise protection

Privacy from busy road view

TING AREA

n Miller e

Vegetable plantation area Pool area N

SITE PLAN

LOUNGE AREA INTERIOR ELEVATION -LEVEL 1

Door to level 2

Launge Seating

Door to parking

Lighting Fire place

10’-0”

Customized wall paper

Key plan

Concrete Seating with wooden plank at top

LOUNGE AREA RENDER -LEVEL 1

Tree of life gathering area for community- Bringing the outdoor inside with nature known for creating a healing atmoshphere and improving IAQ. Natural light coming through central open ceiling. Ogranic circular custom made ceilings .These forms are inspired from circular patters found in trees and it remind us of our roots and core strength.

Clean edge carpet giving biophilic grass like feel and organic shape. Reserch shows the effect of biophilic design helps in promoting wellbeing and reduces stress of its users. Patterns of Odisha culture as custom wallpaper on walls. I have considered the use of wood flooring as wood fibre insulation ensures a breathable, healthy environment.

RESTAURANT INTERIOR ELEVATION

Wall niche 3”

Manufacturer- Plyboo Product name- Linear Line Panel Style LL3

Manufacturer- Herman Miller Product name- Hatch Bench

Manufac Designe

cturer- Herman Miller ed by Yves Béhar

Wooden ceiling

10’-0”

Lights

Door to Kitchen storage

Key plan

Manufacturer- HM Product name- Nelson Pedestal

OFFICE AND PASSAGE AREA EXPERIENCE

10’-0”

Wooden work Partition

OFFICE RECEPTION ENTRANCE- LEVEL 1

PASSAGE AREA EXPERIENCE

In wood there is hope, humanity, scale and warmth. The wooden partition makes the space semi private and welcoming. The partition doors are inspired from the form of tree and growth.

OFFICE EXPERIENCE

Wall pannel

COMMUNITY KITCHEN AND LIVING AREA EXPERIENCE Sky lighting Customized wall paper Hanging Book shelf

10’-0”

Glass

COMMUNITY LIVING AREA LEVEL 2

Natural light coming through open ceiling bringing in biophilia to the space and will help in the healing process of refugees. Wallpaper remindind them of thier community bonding, togetherness and shared roots. Herman Miller furnitures providing comfort.

COMMUNITY LIVING AREA - Shared community kitchens allow for cooking togetherlarge dining tables play host to group meals.

COMMUNITY DINNING AREA AND KITCHEN 35

EXTERIOR ELEVATION

Sailja Chandgotia Interior Designer +1 510-907-1530 Sailja.chandgotia@gmail.com School- Academy of Art University Software- Revit, Indesign,Mortpholio,Photoshop