Samya Jain Architecture Portfolio (Winter 2023)

My name is Samya Jain and I am an architecture student at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture. To me, architecture is a language to express three-dimensional art forms. Every dimension can be developed and designed to provide any art form with a plethora of meanings.

My passion for sustainability has been a major driving factor in my work, and I am always looking for ways to use eco friendly materials and practices. My ultimate goal is to develop buildings that have a minimal impact on the environment and that are aesthetically pleasing. I strive to make a positive contribution to the community and aim to create sustainable designs that will have a lasting impact on our Earth.

I believe in the power of the creative process and aim to capture the beauty of the built environment in my work. Whether it’s through my sketches or my photographs, I continue to find inspiration in the world around me. My goal is to create visually stunning images that reveal the essence of a space. I have a passion for exploring the relationship between light and shadow and capturing the unique character of each space.

My inclination for architecture was the result of my travels around the world. I am motivated to experience and learn more about the architectural practices around the globe and tie them together to create unique buildings that pay homage to their cultures as well as modern practices.

SAMYA JAIN

B.ARCH STUDENT

+1 437 989 4802

samyajain20@gmail.com s235jain@uwaterloo.ca

www.samyajain.com

Waterloo, ON

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Rhinoceros 7

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN RMDK Architects (Ravish Mehra Deepak Kalra)

May 2020 -

A highly motivated and innovative student with years of experience in the architectural field and a comprehensive understanding of architectural design, sustainability, and digital and analogue tools. Experienced in research, project development, 3D rendering, and interior design. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently on projects. Possesses excellent communication, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.

INSTRUCTIONAL GRAPHIC DESIGNER

University of Waterloo Library

designed and published infographics and avatars for the University of Waterloo’s Online Learning Object Repository (OLOR) and Ontario Universities’ Library Catalogue (OMNI) developed accessible tagged infographic for a worldwide academic community to build information literacy, research, and professional skills for students and faculty generated icons for H5P Modules to enable faculty to create interactive content to facilitate student learning

RESEARCH ANALYST ASSISTANT

University of Waterloo (Prof Eric Haldenby)

Year 2020 - 2025

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION

Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Honors Co-op

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Year 2006 - 2020

SECONDARY EDUCATION

Central Board of Secondary Education

Modern School Vasant Vihar

New Delhi, Delhi, India

WORK EXPERIENCE LANGUAGE

catalogued and organised material contained in archive of the architectural firm Barnett and Reider used knowledge of architectural drawing conventions in understanding the growth of Waterloo Region during post-war period and history of Canadian architecture gained valuable experience in historical analysis, database management and architectural representation through extensive archival research

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN

R K & Associates – Architectural firm

contributed to firm’s projects by assisting in fabrication, renderings and post processing 3d images using softwares provided valuable inputs to design processes in areas of sustainability and building materials collaborated with the team using effective workload strategies to achieve project goals

Enscape

Grasshopper

Rhino 3D Max

Recap Pro

Tagging PDF for Accessibility

Photography

Film-making

Graphic Designing

Interior Designing

Hand Drafting

Model Making

Sketching

3D Printing

Laser Cutting

CNC Milling

GIS Mapping

Knowledge of Building Codes

Heritage Club

Best Screenplay Award

• heritage documentary ‘Jamali Kamali Tomb in New Delhi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emaU6m71RKc

• short documentary ‘Dada Bari Jain Temple in New Delhi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4MIMKlObKg

Rotary Club and Inner Wheel Club

• Youth Service Award

• Service Excellence Award

• Community Service Award

• Governor’s Elite Award

Green Brigade Club

• volunteered in the tree plantation drive

• established solar panel set-up

collaborated with seniors to assist in drawings, renderings and physical models to bring design concepts to life fostered a culture of teamwork and leadership to create architectural drawing sets established an ideation process to incorporate sustainability considerations into projects

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN

Designers Plexus – Architectural firm

collaborated with team to design room interiors and furniture layouts for a hotel project in Assam, India researched zoning bylaws and delivered the presentation during a group meeting developed my architectural insights with valuable real-world exposure during site visits in the field of architecture

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN

Parag Singhal Architects

Apr 2020 -

facilitated in renovation and interior design of various residential projects in Delhi, India

brainstormed ideas and strategies for project development during site visits

focused on studying layouts and construction strategies, experimented with materials to develop practical knowledge

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Waterloo Architecture Student Association

• Archineering Coordinator

• Waterloo Engineering Endowment Foundation Representative

University of Waterloo Sustainability Collective

• Social Media Manager

Engineering Round Table Conference

• University of Waterloo School of Architecture Representative

UW Photography Club

•Executive Team Marketing and Graphic Design Head

BRIDGE Centre for Architecture + Design

• Featured in an online blog and organized a dance workshop

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS

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LETTER OF RECOMMENDATlcr..;

As the Chief Architect of RMDK (Ravish Mehra Deepak Kalra), an architectural r.,1n whose philosophy is based on responses to nature and resources, I write n support of �.�s.Samya Jain who worked as an intern here dur ng her university's spring break (May 02, 2C20 • July 02, 2020). Ms.Samya remarkably adhered to her duties as a n intern and exhibited proficiency er: both professional and personal levels. Her peculiar approach and unique point of view towards tasks and duties is what made her stand out during her tenure.

Ms Samya showed particular interest in tr.e development of sustainable architecture.• She assisted the f rm on the ideatior. level by giving inputs on addition of sustainability in term!; of design and building materials. In one particular residential project, she provided ideas on adc!it cn of large windows for more natural light to conserve electricity during the day time and tr ed her hands on landscape architecture by designing the garden using a ,.:it of greenery.

Ms.Samya is highiy intellectual, organized and has-good analytical skills. At a personal level, she is a well-disciplined, a good conversationalist with a confident personality. Always being more than par with her quality of work, she never failed to surprise her team members with her ambidexter ty, putting in a lot of extra research, attending office hours every week and seriously following up on deadlines.

Given her cognizance with 30 computer graphics software such as Rhino 3D, Ms.Samya assisted her colleagues in fabr cating 30 images of numerous projects. Her knowledge in the use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and other Adobe software, also enabled her in rendering and post-processing the same 3D images for imp;oved-understanding.

Dur ng my discussion with other members of our. firm, everyone endorsed Ms.Samya's traits of teamwork and leadership. Always up front, with the ba ton of responsibility in her hand, she effectively understood the chain of command and handled assignments efficaciously. The. curiosity in her mind flashed every t me in the questions she used to put up in team meetings, giving attention to the smallest of details. She also ensured in making her drawings s elfexplanatory and understandable.

Altogether, Ms.Samya is a conscient ous, h ghbrowed and deterrnined young individual with a very strong commitment towards putt ng her abilities to best use for societal betterment. With her passion for architecture, goal driven nature and creativity, we have no doubt that she will be an asset i n all sorts of workspaces.

17 08 2021

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

It gives me immense pleasure to recommend Miss Samya Jain who trained under me as an intern in my firm R.K & Associates, during her university’s spring break (April 20, 2021- August 20, 2021).

She got along commendably well with all her co-workers, effectively managed all workload given her way, and had the ability to efficiently collaborate with other team members. I particularly appreciated her goal driven nature and dedication to her strong belief of work ethics.

Throughout the internship, Samya demonstrated immense perseverance, motivation and initiative. Not only was she interested in learning more about architecture, but she was also seen to be generating original ideas, which took roots from her work experiences. Her capability of grasping information and flexible nature enabled her to be the utmost productive of all.

Given her cognizance with 3D computer graphics software such as Rhino 3D, Samya assisted her colleagues in fabricating 3D images of numerous projects. Her knowledge in the use of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and other Adobe software, also enabled her in rendering and post-processing the same 3D images for improved understanding.

Samya showed particular interest in the development of sustainable architecture. She assisted the firm on the ideation level by giving inputs on addition of sustainability in terms of design and building materials.

In brief, she dexterously manifested her ability to work independently and even in a team with great leadership and enthusiasm. I always appreciated her talent, curiosity to learn and her attentiveness and presence of mind. I am very delighted with Samya's performance. She never failed to impress me and I am quite certain that she would stand out and add immense value to any workspace she is a part of. I give her my highest recommendation& wish her all the best for her future endeavors.

For R.K & ASSOCIATES

ROHHIT GARG,Architect PARTNER

Letter of Recommendation

As the Chief Architect of Designers Plexus, an architectural firm, write in support of Samya Jain's application to your university/firm. Designers Plexus is a consortium of professionals committed to provide state-of-the-art services for Architectural Interior Design and Urban Planning. Samya interned with us from May to July 2019. A sincere person, she came across as an enthusiastic and diligent candidate brimming with energy.

Given her familiarity with Google SketchUp, Samya was assigned to assist draftsmen in erecting 3D images of a room. Noticing her creative bent of mind and her knowledge in the use of Illustrator and Photoshop, also asked her to assist the team that worked on the furniture layout. A quick learner and a natural multi-tasker, she grasped the requirements of the job in no time.

Additionally, came to know of Samya's organisation skills through her initiative to meticulously maintain files and promptly update them on the projects that were handled b y the firm. This was extremely useful to the entire team and was appreciated b y all of us. Moreover, as a thorough worker, she went out of her way to conduct research on sites and zoning laws that came across in her insightful suggestions during group meetings.

During my discussions with senior members of the team, it emerged that Samya is an excellent team player. This quality of hers emerged when, while working on a crucial project for a reputed hotel, we realized that we were understaffed. Samya unhesitatingly took on extra work, even stayed back after work hours, and contributed in a significant way to the successful completion of the project. Also, in my one-to-one interactions with her, have seen her bursting with innovative ideas that indicate her passion for the subject as well as her creative streak.

Further, Samya's ability to listen patiently and communicate accurately was a great asset as her job profile required her to take instructions from several architects. She also ensured that these instructions were conveyed in a clear and concise language through the line of technology as well as in person which facilitated smooth flow of work with the construction coordinators.

A dedicated worker, capable of visualizing original designs and novel uses of space, Samya is a bright young woman with a lot of potential to contribute to the world of architecture. am convinced her talent will find the right resources and mentors at your esteemed university that will help her realize her ideas. wholeheartedly endorse her application to the undergraduate course. Please feel free to get in touch with me for any further information.

Toshit

Chief Architect ,

URBANIZING THE MTSA

The urbanizing the MTSA project encompasses Kitchener’s central core, 500 meters in radius from the Central Kitchener LRT stop and the future multi-modal transit hub. With the projected growth of 7902 people, of which visible minority populations will increase from nearly 30% in 2021 to an additional 0.6% annually (P1, 59), our concern becomes that of a just densification model that will amplify voices underrepresented in Kitchener’s urban future. The efficacy of the “place-making” equitable planning model will be shown in three major principles, grounded in Kitchener’s extant development schema: (1) meeting basic needs, (2) providing equitable opportunity, and (3) ensuring equitable access.

Addressing various urban crises in Kitchener –including homelessness, poverty, lack of green space, and underdeveloped public transit infrastructure – the equitable place making planning model aims to amplify underrepresented voices within the city. Place defines a space; to make it one’s own is to situate oneself within the urban story, adding yourself to its conversation. Thus, this human-rights approach to planning views place making as a tool of equity – to give the opportunity to all to make Kitchener their home. Its three principles – basic needs, equitable opportunity, and equitable access – will ensure that generations of Kitchener may play, discover, and create to their heart’s desires.

St begins at the student campus, connecting students to the proposed arts

social housing on an existing public parking lot

The Tannery: an existing, repurposed factory for office space

Halls Lane to be enlivened as a space of exploration, curiousity, and creativity

Community Kitchen As an urban back alley, Halls Lane creates unique spaces that are both intimate and social

Manulife Centre to be adaptively reused as a central, community hub with a focus on the arts. Halls Lane acts as a linear space, supporting this program and allowing people to explore and discover

THE DOME OF LIFE

The Dome of Life’ project is a geodesic dome greenhouse that seeks to strengthen the connection between the City of Hamilton and the Niagara Escarpment by re-wilding the park and its surroundings. The distinct iterations of geodesic domes, with different subdivision frequency, ensure efficient insulation, energy efficiency, snow and wind resistance, and do not require internal support, therefore increasing sustainability. The main program of the greenhouse is plant education, while the secondary programs such as pottery, painting, photography and exhibition, are enclosed in the art workshop and photography studio respectively. The café functions as an administrative hub that connects the other three buildings together through tunnels.

The greenhouse encloses a mezzanine with a balcony to interact with trees closely while also having a grand entrance to submerge people into the landscape. It houses different species of flora including tropical and commercial trees. Young saplings are planted in the summer in the greenhouse dome and are transported outside to the park after 3-6 years, and are eventually transported to other parks in Hamilton after 6-20 years. This entire process aims to increase the variety of flora and fauna in the escarpment area.

The structure of the domes is constructed using transparent hydro-float glass, reused aluminum rods and wood to inculcate a natural touch to the buildings. The domes also employ the use of natural ventilation by using windows which are mostly sensor operated. Additionally, the domes use seasonal, movable metal shading devices for protection from the sun in the summer. The sensor operated windows for natural ventilation and movable metal shading devices for protection from the sun makes it suitable during all seasons. The use of green walls help to ensure a sense of privacy and immersion while also blending into the natural environment.

Site Location: Gage Park, Hamilton

SALLE DE SPECTACLE

Salle de Spectacle is a reuse/remake project of a four-storey art theatre that blends the historic beauty and heritage of a former police building with modern design. Brick and glass are used with a distinctive preserved stone facade, and the building is surrounded by parks that provide great opportunities for landscaping and connecting with nature. The old jail yard outside serves as a great venue for outdoor exhibitions, and the existing underground parking pays homage to the former police building. Salle de Spectacle celebrates art and theatre, and its design radiates positivity.

Outside, there is a round theatre, while the interior is centered around a large, double height main theatre which contains the incubation theatre and acts as the core of the building. The building accommodates both public and private events and thus showcases the diverse and adaptable nature of functions available. The circulation is around the main function of the floor making it concentrated along the core. The double height lobby atrium houses a gallery and encourages social interaction, while the walls are adorned with paintings and graffiti to bring the essence of art and culture to the building.

LA BIBLIOTECA

La Biblioteca is a 3- storey library project that aims to strengthen the community connection by acting as a social hub. It provides connection to nature by providing aesthetic views of the Don River on one side and the park on the other. The building accommodates a diverse and adaptable nature of functions such as a digital media lab with a recording studio, photography studio, computer editing room and a games room, in addition to the main program of a library with a social cafe.

The main circulation of the building is concentrated along the bookshelves that act as the core and wrap around an open double height gallery atrium in the centre of the building. The staircases running parallel to the bookshelves have openings on every floor for people to walk under the bookshelves to the distinct functions provided on every floor. The first floor encloses small modular bookshelves for accessibility and provide a space to read while being immersed in between the books. Meanwhile, the second-floor corridor is designed to provide more private functions and activities.

The first floor is offset which allows the cantilever, supported by a series of columns, from the second floor to provide a 2-meter access way that creates a connection between the busy main street and the park. It acts as a path where people could take shelter and travel from one side to the other of the street by experiencing the social context provided by the various private and public programs of the building. The use of structurally integrated skylight and floor to ceiling slider windows that open during the summer months allow for additional social connections.

SUSTAINABILITY ANALYSIS

The building is constructed using locally sources timber to be sustainable and cost efficient. The building has been designed to reduce its energy consumption by utilizing natural daylight, utilizing natural ventilation and geothermal heating and cooling. The rooftop garden helps to reduce storm water runoff and provides insulation to the roof. The library also has green roofing, solar panels and rainwater collection systems. The building also has a green wall and a green roof to provide natural ventilation and reduce energy consumption.

Site Location: Intersection of Queen’s Street and Davis Avenue in Toronto

Glass

Material- Locally sourced wood as it is recyclabe and environment friendly

building

Allows maximum natural sunlight to enter the building and helps in cutting energy and electricity costs

Connection

act as natural air-purifiers and reduce the amount of CO2

Stack EffectCross-ventillation throughout the

Facade-

to nature-Trees

Passive Ventillation StrategyUse of skylight

Social Context- View of river and street

Transparent Solar Panels- Absorb sunlight and converts it into solar energy

UMBRELLA MARKET

Umbrella Market is an innovative, sustainable project that creates a playful, inviting atmosphere for vendors, visitors and the community in Cambridge. The project is an example of how art, architecture and sustainability can come together to create a beautiful and functional public space.

The hovering canopy takes inspiration from the flowing water and mimics the nearby currents with it’s flowing forms and translucent coloration. The interactive granite bowls act as a visual reminder of the river nearby, and collects the water that is shed from the canopy during rains. The circulation is guided naturally by the organic curved shapes of the market tables and the granite bowls on the ground. The canopy projects vibrant colors onto the pavement in the sun creating a playful experience of colored light and shadow for the people using the market, and flushes water into interactive bowls when it rains. The water is collected for use in underground storage containers, offsetting the water use of the facilities in the market.

MATERIAL ANALYSIS

The steel frame is composed of lightweight steel tubes that are welded together in a geometric pattern. The frame is powder coated to prevent corrosion and last a long time in the outdoor environment.

The translucent polymer membrane ETFE (ethylene-tetrafluoro-ethylene) allows 95% of the UV rays to be transmitted through it while also providing shade. ETFE has a good tensile strength and is an eco friendly material, giving it the ability to stretch to fit over the steel webbing. This polymer can be tinted and gives a vibrant projection of color when sunlight passes through it. During rains, the taut plastic shes water into the nearby rain gutters which funnel the water into the interactive granite bowls on the ground that act as visual reminders of the river nearby.

THE MARKET - A Grand Steel Canopy 20th CISC Annual Architectural Student Design Competition 2020-2021

Site Location: Along Grand River, Cambridge

URBAN OASIS

The Urban Oasis House is a off-grid reuse/remake project that acts as a refuge from the hustle and bustle of city life. Situated in a secluded area, the house enables its occupants to reconnect with nature and immerse themselves in a peaceful and organic atmosphere, complete with access to nearby lakes, forests, and hiking trails.

The house is designed to operate in a sustainable manner, minimizing energy use and reusing brick and wood from the previous structure on the site. Off-grid systems such as solar panels for electricity, a heat pump to provide heat and air conditioning, and a water cistern for collecting rainwater to supply the appliances, further contribute to the house’s sustainability.

CLIMATE ANALYSIS

The Oasis House is also designed to be resilient in the face of climate issues currently affecting the Toronto region, such as an increase in high temperatures. This is addressed with a green roof, which reduces and regulates roof top temperature during summers and extends to provide shade. The roof also captures rainwater, reducing excessive run-off onto surrounding roads.

PAVILION DESIGNS

RESEARCH WORK

VISUAL ARTS

PHOTOGRAPHY

PAVILION 1

FLEETING SEATING THE ROYAL SEATING PAVILION 2

Section 1:25

MTSA Urban Analysis

2051 FUTURE DEVELOPMENT

SMARTCENTRE REDEVELOPMENT

ONTARIO MINISTRY REZONING ORDER FOR REDEVELOPMENT

MID TO HIGH-RISE TOWERS

Forty plus 15 ST to 35 ST TOWERS

IONROUTE

500mMTSARADIUS

800m MTSARADIUS

KEY LEGEND

CURBS

EXISTING BUILDINGS

PROPOSED BUILDINGS

APPROVED BUILDINGS

2022 CAMBRIDGE DESIGNATED

PINEBUSH STATION

Brighten Up Breithaupt CASE STUDY

Site Location: Breithaupt Street, Kitchener

Envisioning the Escarpment

Site Location: Hamilton, Ontario

Tingjerberg Library

CASE STUDY

Site Location: Copenhagen, Denmark