Pelin Saglam Architecture Portfolio
Personal Information
Skills
Nationality : Turkish Date of Birth : 07.07.1992 Address : Al Ghubrah Al Janubiyyah, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Autocad Autodesk Revit Archicad Rhinoceros Vectorworks Autodesk 3Ds Max Illustrator In Design Photoshop Sketching Model Making Microsoft Office
Education 2006 - 2010 TAISM (The American International School of Muscat) 2010 - 2011 Caledonian College of Engineering, Oman
Interests
2011 - 2015 The Sir John Cass Faculty of Art, Architecture and Design London/United Kingdom
Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Sketching, Painting, Designing
Languages
Contact
Turkish English Arabic
e-mail : sglmp@yahoo.com Oman : 00968 9969 2878 UK : 0044 7930 002 221 Turkey : 0090 541 945 45 74
Pelin Saglam
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Projects Project 1 : Updated drawings of Tredegar Square requested by Tower Hamlets Borough of London
Project 2 : Improving Taj Ganj slum of New Delhi, India
Project 3 : Winter proofing Besetkas of Yerevan, Armenia
Project 4 : Housing Project of Roman Road in London, United Kingdom
Project 5: Renovating first Hotel in Mutrah, Mutrah Hotel, Sultanate of Oman
Project 6: Souq Hotel, located in the heart of Mutrah Souq in Muscat Capital of Sultunate of Oman.
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Project 1 : Tredegar Square is a well
preserved Georgian square in Mile End district of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. It is few minutes walk to the Mile End tube station. The square has a beautiful park that is covered with lawns and large trees; which creates a great space for kids to play. The project was requested by Tower Hamlets. The main aim of the project is to redraw the Georgian style residentials around the square and submitted digitally to Tower Hamlets. Also, I have worked around the area by mapping doors of the houses surrounding the square. In the next page I have demonstraded my work.
Map of London highlighting region of Mile End
Duration: One week
Map of United Kingdom
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Picture of Tredegar Square
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The continuous phographs of doors documents the existing doors of the residentials in the square. Map on the right highlights the streets that I have visited and took pictures of the doors. It took me a day to complete the whole photograph. Sometimes I have came across with locals who did not feel comfortable of their door being photographed. Therefore there are some door missing in the picture.
Footprint of my journey while photographing
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Existing Elevation by hand
Digitally drawn elevation of one side of highlighted area
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Project 2 : As part of Univeristy project I have been assigned to go to Agra, India to measure and document the physical and cultural context as well as interact with local residents, experience culture differences and in the process learn how to improve the conditions of slums in the area. Confronted with the difficulty of communicating without knowledge of Hindi or Urdu, I often have to rely on methods of non-verbal communication based solely on the profound richness of their raw observations. At first these attempts to communicate might prove difficult. Sometimes such issues have been solved by simply arranging introductions to community representatives via a local non-government organisation, and occasionally this has been necessary for effective working. However some of the most insighful exchange are those organizes directly by the architects themselves, often with the help of curious, energetic children but without direct outisde help.
Fact about india India has the second largest population in the world, with over 1.2 billion people as of July 2012.
Located on the banks of Yamuna River, in the North of Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a wonderful place and a popular tourist stopover.
Many different languages are spoken in India. The main ones are Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu.
The city of Agra was once the capital of the Lodhis and the Mughals. In the sixteenth and the seventeenth century, Agra developed as a centre of art, culture, learning and commerce, especially with the help of the Mughal rulers like Akbar, Shah Jahan and Jehangir.
The capital city is New Delhi, while the most populated city is Mumbai. The Taj Mahal (a famous mausoleum and popular tourist attraction) is located in the region of Agra, New Delhi. Because of India’s location, it experiences periods of heavy rain called Monsoon. India became an independent nation in 1947 after ending British rule that began in 1858.
Population:
Attractions: Taj Mahal Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah Agra Fort Fatehpur Sikri Khas Mahal Mehtab Bagh Panch Mahal Jahangir Mahal
15,57,345 (in 2001)
Language: Hindu, Urdu, English Temperature
Summer 21°C-45°C Winter 4.2°C-31.7°C
Rainfall
66 cm avg yearly
Attractions: Taj Mahal, Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, Agra Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Khas Mahal, Mehtab Bagh, Panch Mahal, Jahangir Mahal.
Mahatma Gandhi is famous for the important part he played in gaining India’s independence.
However, because of the language barrier and the lack of familiatiry, I had to listen, question and decipher much more intensively than I would have done in London for a project. Duration: 4 months
New Delhi
Agra
Taj Ganj
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Taj Mahal
Taj Ganj North Site 1,6 miles away from Taj Mahal
Taj Ganj, North Site
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North site in Taj Ganj A handmade drawn plan made during the first week I have visited the locals. Despite the difficulties I have faced during the walk by the local kids and language differences I ended up completing the plan before I leave India. I also coloured the buildings according to the occupations of the locals.
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1:40000 North Site plan /Taj Ganj
Poo Plate Factory Flower Garland Makers Farmers Mosque
Poo Plate Factory
Marble Industry
Flower Garland Makers
Medical Industrial
Farmers
Cure Office
Mosque
Shops
Temple
Marble Industry Medical Industrial Cure Office Temple Shops
This map was digitally drawn after survaying the area of Taj Ganj using the hand drawn plan presented in the previous page.
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North Site Analysises (Temple Site) Observation
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North to South Elevation Pictures
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North to South Elevation
North to South Elevation drawing
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Sketches and information from my diary about the locals and the surroundings of the temple that I have been working on.
Nitya Age: 23 Area: Taj Ganj Job:Houswife Religions: Hinduizm Collects water from public water tab, cleans, knitting, cooking Daughter of Sadeshiu Age: 15 Religions: Hinduizm Area: Taj Ganj she doesn’t go to school she helps her mom to take care of her brothers and father
Kumar Age: 48 Religions: Hinduizm Area: Taj Ganj Job:Taking care of Temples cleaning, keeping people away from temples while they have tehir shoes on.
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Poo Plate Factory Flower Garland Makers
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Farmers Mosque Marble Industry Medical Industrial Cure Office Temple Shops
Kids on temple site Age: between 8-12 Religions: Hinduizm Area: Taj Ganj They come back from school around 3.00pm they go home from home to the site to meet their friends and play games.
Sadeshiu Age: 26 Religions: Hinduizm Area: Taj Ganj Job: Collecting rubish has 3 kids from 6.00am to 4..00pm A sketch of him taking the trash out
Son of Nitya and Sadeshiu Age: 7 Religions: Hinduizm Area: Taj Ganj Going to school from 6.00am to 3..00pm
Context Site with existing Plan
During my visit I have came across many obstacles and one of them was heat, sun. During afternoon the site is very hot and it is almost irresistable to walk around. Therefore, the proposal is about providing, a roof to prevent sun from the locals during day times.
Existing Site Model
Model with Proposal
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Plans from the initial till final proposal
Step 1
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Site Plan
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Illustrated Site Plan On the process of illustrating Plan with columns
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On the process of illustrating vases Plan
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Illustrating Marigold flowers on top of the roof
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Illustrating locals harvesting marigold flowers
Final proposal illustrated with locals harvesting marigold flowers
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Sustainability I proposed a roof made with Buble Deck. Because of the larger spans that were achieved compared to a site cast concrete structure without the need for post-tensioning or pre-stressed sections. Therefore, I designed a roof that can harvest Marigold flowers, raised in the area and has been sold every morning by locals. I have placed plants in the roof instead of using Buble Deck I have placed terracotta pots for flowers to grove. Regarding harvesting flowers, there will be rainwater harvesting system placed under the site but away from the temple to not damage the temple during construction. Circulation The roof is easy access from staircase. While I was around the site, I have mentioned what was my plan to improve the site to the locals and I have received good responses from them regarding the proposal. Construction The reason why the load bearing columns are placed on the outside of the roof is to not damage the barrier around the temple during construction. Benefits By placing the roof, it will be easier for locals to be around the temple druing day time. They will be able to gather under the roof and have tea, coffee together as it is a major part of daily life.
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Project 3 : As informal spaces of gathering, games, debate that emerged during the soviet period, Besetkas have not been researched in the past. In the light of their erasure and decline and with its importance as civic infrastructures of the city, this publication will highlight their importance and potential. These spaces that act as public living rooms in the city embody sociability, hospitality and debates on public life. Through their innocence as places of gathering to play, drink and chat they are platforms where everyday culture is practiced and performed. This action is so important for civic society that it needs to be continued throughout the year even in winter. This books gives suggestions of how they can be winterproofed, extensded and preserved.
Existing Besetka
Proposed Besetka
The purpose of this design was to improve winter proofing as economic as possible. The concept is to cover the besetkas with plywood. The plywood wil be tied with cable ties and lay on the frame of the besetka. In this way, in the winter besetkas will stay warmer and during dry summer it provides a shade. Furthermore, by the help of the cable ties, these plywood layers will be easy to take it off. Proposal on Context
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Project 4 : The Roman road Market is characterized by the lively street market along Roman Road, and the streetscape of small retail shops and modest houses which enclose it. The area and the street established in 1888, the market filled with everyday goods with food, clothing, crafts, books and antiques. Partly pedestrianised, Roman Road is effectively closed to vehicular traffic for the market to take place.
Roman Road Market
The Roman road is half used for housing in varying forms between 2-4 storeys with ground floor shopfronts providing a colourful ambiance to the bright market scene, and carefully defining the domestic street scale. There are two archways mark each end of the Roman Road Market. The Road raised in 1986, the are two archways mark each end of the market and are inscribed in Latin, alluding to the area’s Roman past. The Roman Road Conservation Area was designated in September 1989, and extended in October 2008. Drafted around St Stephen’s Road and Cardigan Road,
Housing Project
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Site Analysis
View Views in the area include long views along street axes, including views along Roman Road, St Stephen’s Road and Cardigan Road. There are no visual landmarks along Roman Road, other than the red brick and stone banded Passmore Edwards Public Library which is a prominent and easily recognisable community facility.
Summary East View
This is an area of particular special architectural and historic interest, illustrated by its rich history and significant architecture, dating from the 19th century and earlier. The character and appearance of the area, as described in this appraisal, define its special qualities. There are a few gap sites and some minor inappropriate buildings in the Conservation Area, but overall these have little impact on the qualities that led to its designation.
Land USe South view
The land use character of the Roman Road Conservation Area is a mixture of commercial and retail on ground floor with residential premises above. This mix of uses is an essential part of the character of the area. Alternative land uses would not be considered, so as to conserve intact the tradition of the street markets with their backdrop and associated commercial uses that support the local community.
North View
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Open Spaces The Roman Road Market Conservation Area is defined by the pedestrian and market activity along its streetscape, but does not contain any significant open space.
Scale The existing building scale of the area is predominantly low, with Roman Road being flanked by buildings of 2-4 stories, providing a comfortable street scene for pedestrian activity. 2 storey terrace housing exists along Cardigan Road.
Roman Road High Street, North Elevation
Roman Road High Street, South Elevation
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Proposal The housing building The main goal of this project is to bring life back to the high street of London. Since Roman Road is one of the bussiest street among all the others in London, the government ties to reduce the number of shops to transform them into residential homes. Therefore, this proposal emphasizes on providing homes for many new tenants as well as includes small shops at the ground level of the building. This housing will provide new job opportunities, new stores, a sustainable building for the tenants. The building is 14 m long, 10m wide and lenght is 16m. It is not a very large building however, it has cosy interior with voids, alcove rooms and a sustainable materials. It is fits exactly between the state agency on the left and Abbots carpet on the left.
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Ground- Floor
1st Floor with Voids
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En suite bedroom This flat has a void which is placed on top of the study room to carry the fose and Tv. -
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One bedroom flat
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En suite bedroom The void in this room carry the privacy higher which is the bedroom.
These are stock -rooms located under the ground. These room designed for the- shop owners to keep their stock under the shop. In this way, they benefit from space.
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2nd Floor
Top flor of housing building. This is only floor that occupies both flats. It has 3 bedroom, 1 bathrom and a small terrace to share.
Rendering with Revit, living room top floor.
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I surveyed the area many times to be abe to draw minor part of the surroundings. I have also, placed the proposal in its location.
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Project 5: The project is about renovating Mutrah Hotel which is the oldest hotel in Sultanate of Oman. It is located in Mutrah, where is old capital city of Muscat which is located traditional souq of Mutrah. Therefore, the project is about renovation Murtah Hotel according to Omani tradition. To reach our goal we started facelifting the exterior with stones as it was used in Omani buildings in 1900s. There will be wooden oriel used on the windows with arabic decorations which creates an oriental shades to the inside of the building.
Wide angle view from the parking lot enterance Mutrah Hotel
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Rendering in the evening at 19:00 via V-Ray.
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Rendering in the morning at 19:00 via V-Ray.
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Rendering in the morning at 11:00 from the parking lot of the Hotel. via V-Ray.
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Project 6: Currently working on Mutrah Souq Hotel. The hotel will include maximum 10 rooms with disabled rooms. The design of the hotel has the texture of Omani architecture to blend in with the local stores around. The windows of the hotel has a unique oriental style which highlights the building. The doors are in the process of designing to be synchronized with the windows as well as the interior of the building.
Visualization of the boutique hotel, behind
Enterance of the hotel, accompanied with a separate enterance to the restaurant. There are many windows placed on building to provide a live view from souq to the guests in the hotel.
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Front elevation visualized in the night, in the process
Front elevation visualized in the morning , in the process
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Visualizing front balcony top floor , in the process
Visualizing front balcony top floor night time , in the process
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“If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” -Dhirubhai Ambani
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