1. RÉSEAU EXPRESS MÉTROPOLITAIN (REM)
Location: Montreal, Quebec
Size: 27 stations
Architect: Perkins & Will
My Involvment: PRE SD, SD, DD, CD, CA
My Role: Station(s) Designer/Lead - BIM
Status: Under Construction, Built
Description: The largest public transportation infrastructure project for the metropolitan area since 1966, the REM project is rewriting the story of Montréal’s future through transit.
At 27 stations across 67 kilometers, it will be one of the largest automated transportation systems in the world. Equally impressive, the project has broad aspirations related to culture, identity, and sustainability.
A system-wide design that captures the speed of trains and rhythm of the passing landscape to create a new identity for the line and the city.
CONNECTION, RHYTHM, IDENTITY
INTRODUCTION CONCEPTS - VISION 1.2
Horizontal lines representing the speed of travel are depicted on the facades of the platform volumes to manifest the movement of trains. The rhythmic vertical lines, expressed on plazas and the facades of vertical circulation volumes that connect stations to communities, represent the kinetic succession of scenery. Together, this system-wide design captures the speed of trains and rhythm of passing landscape to create identity.
MOUVEMENT
LE MOUVEMENT
La signature du projet s’exprime à travers un langage commun présent dans chacune des composantes du REM, tant dans l’aménagement des sites, dans l’architecture des bâtiments que dans les ouvrages d’art.
Le mouvement est l’idée forte qui soustend le design à l’échelle du réseau.
Tel un diptyque, le REM permet d’expérimenter la métropole sur deux échelles étroitement liées, qui se complètent l’une l’autre et interprètent à leur manière les mêmes principes d’intégration urbaine, d’écoresponsabilité et de signature architecturale et paysagère.À l’approche des stations, le mouvement perd de sa vitesse pour devenir arrêt et la dynamique du mouvement vertical prend son sens. C’est la transition de l’usager entre l’échelle territoriale où la vitesse permet une expérience globale du territoire et l’arrêt, qui permet d’expérimenter l’échelle humaine des quartiers.
Extrait de la Charte (2017) p.31
KIRKLAND STATION ELEVATED
PANAMA STATION UNDERGROUND
VOLUMÉTRIE _ PRINCIPES GÉNÉRAUX TYPOLOGIES DES STATIONS 2.1
KIT OF PARTS
The spaces within each station make a system of four distinct volume components, identified and composed as a kit of parts to simplify programming and construction across all station types while creating a common identity. Establishing a clear system of components allows us to configure a large array of station types, whether elevated, bermed, at grade, trenched or underground.
VARIATION TYPOLOGIQUE DES VOLUMES
Les stations sont classées en cinq typologies déterminées en fonction de la position du quai par rapport au sol. La modulation des volumes s’adapte à chacune des conditions pour atteindre une volumétrie et une organisation optimale.
Toutefois, cette stratégie devrait être interprétée différemment à chaque station, leur permettant d’être une réponse unique à chaque site tout en demeurant cohérentes entre elles.
Principes généraux
–– Renforcer la signature identitaire du REM par l’utilisation d’éléments reconnaissables.
–– Favoriser les alignements pour permettre une volumétrie épurée et minimaliste.
–– Intégrer les espaces techniques en continuité des volumes principaux pour en diminuer la présence visuelle.
–– Favoriser le positionnement de l’entrée près de la voie publique et au même niveau.
Extrait de la Charte (2017) p.58
Volumétrie des stations souterraines
Les volumes hors terre des stations souterraines répondent aux mêmes critères que les volumes des autres stations. Les quais et volumes de circulation des stations souterraines sont entièrement enfouis et répondent à des critères spécifiques à chaque contexte. L’aménagement des stations souterraines est présenté dans les cahiers de plan de chacune des stations.
STATION TYPOLOGIES
MODULAR DESIGN
The use of prefabricated steel, glass and wood creates an elegant and warm identity, and promotes construction efficiency
MAIN STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
Fritted Glass Module with Signature Motif Curtain Wall Structural Steel Frame CLT Roof Deck Panels Platform Screen Door System Prefabricated Box Beam and Concrete SlabKIRKLAND STATION ELEVATED
ROXBORO STATION ELEVATED
4.1
ENVELOPPE - PRINCIPES GÉNÉRAUX
MATÉRIAUX - AÉRIENNE
ENVELOPE - GENERAL PRINCIPLES
Materials pallter follows the architectural signature which is based on three main themes: movement, identity and transparency.
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Verre tympan simple devant l’épaisseur des planchers avec motifs signatures et traitement pour agencé le verre vision adjacent et verre tympan double
* Single spandrel glass in front of the slab thickness with signature patterns and treatmen to match adjacent vision glass and double spandrel glass
Verre tympan double (unité scellée) devant l’épaisseur des planchers avec motifs signatures pour agencé le verre vision adjacent.
** Double spandrel glass (sealed unit) in front of slab thickness with signature pattern to match adjacent vision glass.
CURTAIN WALL - MODULATION OF PANELS
MODULARITÉ DES PANNEAUX
Modularity of Panels
La modulation des panneaux est présentée pour le mur-rideau, mais s’applique également aux panneaux de béton préfabriqués, aux panneaux métalliques et autres parements en panneau.
MOTIF SIGNATURE SUR LE VERRE ET LE BÉTON
Le motif représentant le mouvement est découpé en module de motif sur le verre et sur le béton. La modulation des motifs pour exprimer le mouvement est représentée sur les élévations agrandies des stations en respectant l’esprit des schémas suivant.
Signature Patterns on Curtain Wall and Concrete Panels
MOTIF SIGNATURE DES LAMES VERTICALES
Certaines stations distinctives ont un traitement architectural qui s’ajoute, voir section 4.8.
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CRITÈRES DE DESIGN - ARCHITECTURE
CAHIER DES
Certaines stations distinctives ont un traitement architectural qui s’ajoute, voir section 4.8.
MOTIF
Curtain Wall - Vertical
MOTIF SIGNATURE MODULE D OPACITY 67% DOUBLE LINES 1587,5 1587,5 1587,5 1587,5 VARIABLE 1587,5 74,4 c/c 50 CURTAIN WALL PLATFORM MODULE 74,4 c/c 50 25 148,8 c/c 50 25 148,8 c/c 25 50 148,8 c/c 25 MODULE C OPACITY 50% DOUBLE LINES 1/2 MODULE B1 OPACITY 25% DOUBLE LINES 1/2 MODULE B OPACITY : 25% DOUBLE LINES 1/2 MODULE A OPACITY : 17% SIMPLE LINES TOTAL OPACITY 43%* * CONSIDERING EQUAL NUMBER OF MODULES. MULLIONS 6.2% OPACITY 198,4 c/c 99,2 c/c 49,6 c/c 36,9 c/c 1587,5 1587,5 1587,5 1587,5 MODULE 5 OPACITY 67% SUBDIVISION 43 25 25 25 25 CURTAIN WALL VERTICAL CIRCULATION MODULE 25 25 25 MODULE 4 OPACITY 50% SUBDIVISION : 32 MODULE 3 OPACITY 25% SUBDIVISION : 16 MODULE 2 OPACITY 12.5% SUBDIVISION 8 MODULE 1 OPACITY 0% SUBDIVISION 0 1587,5 VARIABLE 25 TOTAL OPACITY 45%* * CONSIDERING EQUAL NUMBER OF MODULES (NO MOD. 1). MULLIONS 6.2% OPACITY ENVELOPPE - MUR-RIDEAU 4.2 CAHIER DES CRITÈRES DE DESIGN MUR-RIDEAU VERTICAL MUR-RIDEAU HORIZONTAL MODULE 1 Subdivision 0 MODULE A Lignes simples MODULE 2 Subdivision 8 MODULE B ½ Ligne double MODULE 3 Subdivision 16 MODULE E ½ Ligne double MODULE 4 Subdivision : 32 MODULE C ½ Ligne double MODULE 5 Subdivision : 43 MODULE D Lignes doubles
Concrete Panel - Vertical
DU RUISSEAU STATION AT GRADE
TECHNOPARC STATION UNDERGROUND
TECHNOPARC STATION UNDERGROUND
2. WHITBY SPORTS COMPLEX
Location: Whitby, Ontario
Size: 11 469 m2
Architect: Perkins & Will
My Involvment: SD, DD, CD, TENDER
My Role: Designer - BIM
Status: Construction Ground Break
Description: The design of the North Whitby Sports Complex evokes the indigenous landscape of Durham County - one which has been erased from the immediate site. The concept draws inspiration from the surrounding natural features and their formation over time through three stages:
Glacial Ice shaped the landscape that we now move through, carving valleys and depositing till into mounds.
Forests thrived on the soft soil deposits on either side the rocky valleys and stream beds.
Humans adopt and build upon these natural pathways and clearings, creating a connected and inhabited landscape.
Clearing Forest ConnectorsLIVING DESIGN
A Net Zero Community Complex sets the strategies and ordering principals for the new recreational and civic landscape.
1. District Energy System
A geothermal district energy plant supports the Recreation Complex, park amenities and future adjacent development.
2. Habitat Restoration
A a grouping of denuded former agricultural plots are reinvested with native plant species, wetlands and a low impact public realm.
3. On-Site Renewable Energy
The Complex is heated an cooled through on site geothermal and powered by a 300KW/hr roof top PV array.
4. Inclusivity & Accessibility
Access and Inclusion inform the building interior and public realm to a high degree.
Ramps connect levels instead of stairs. A civic plaza supports cultural events and gatherings.
5. Local and Regional Transit
The project siting takes advantage of connections to a regional commuter bus station, providing pedestrian access, amenity and parking to commuters.
DESIGN RATIONALE
Position the building in an optimal location that best mediates between both sides of the site
Rotate and Connect the building to establish a clear bridge the two sides of the site
Expand the entry points and public zones for a richer community experience.
SITE PLAN
GROUND LEVEL
LEVEL 2
1. Atrium 2. Reception 3. Gymnasium 4. Concession 5. Arenas 6. Pool Area 1. Mezzanine 2. Gymnasium Track 3. Warm Viewing Area 4. Arts Room 5. Meeting Room 6. Pool Viewing AreaArena as seen from the spectator seating, with visual connections to the rest of the facility for passive and warm viewing
View of the aquatics facility, including a 10 lane competition pool and a leisure poolBUILDING SECTIONS
1. Gymnasium Track 2. Gymnasium 3. Pool 4. Pool Viewing Area 5. Meeting Room 6. Accessible Ramp 7. ArenaVisual connection to other spaces in the facility, integrated walking track and stretching area, acoustic attenuation, retractable basketball backstops for flexible use of space, high quality and durable wood sports flooring
Program rooms, flexible warm arena viewing and event space, barrier free ramp access
A barrier-free ramp to level 2, high visual contrast in finishes and fittings, accessible service counter, integrated public art; a durable, flexible, naturally lit and acoustically treated space to accommodate a variety of uses.
South elevation with the storm water management facility and naturally planted area in the foreground.
A demonstration project for the Whitby Green standard including: 30 % canopy coverage within 12 years, 40 EV charging spaces, dark sky compliant lighting, pollinator gardens, habitat restoration and Low Impact Design landscaping
3. OTTAWA CONFEDERATION LINE EXTENSION
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Size: 9 Stations
Architect: Perkins & Will
My Involvment: DD, CA
My Role: Contract Admin - BIM
Status: Under Construction, Built
Description:
The Ottawa Confederation Line Phase 2 project is an extension of the existing Confederation Line, currently under construction.
During the design process an in-depth contextual analysis of each station was undertaken where each station’s site context, urban connections, roads, cycling and pedestrian pathways were analyzed.
The results in combination with microclimatic analysis informed the location and orientation of the entrances for each facility that best accommodates seamless transition between the surrounding communities, pedestrian and bicycle access through multi-use pathways, as well as intermodal facilities, parking, and passenger pick-up and drop-off.
LINCOLN FIELDS
MAIN ENTRANCE
KIT OF PARTS
The architecture and design approach achieves a common brand identity, shared across all stations for unity and consistency across the line. The commonalities are achieved on multiple levels including feature brand elements like the iconic stations roofs, elevator enclosures, station lanterns, as well as standardization in system-wide common elements like elevators, escalators, windscreens, furniture, wayfinding, lighting and CCTV.
The roof form and perimeter wind screen design was carefully tested using daylighting and wind analysis to maximize passenger comfort and minimize snow and rain infiltration
DOMINION STATION ENTRY PLAZA
The elevator shroud is a unique signifier of the stations and externally reads as a curvilinear form that provides a sculptural quality to the station and as a strong iconic element of the design. The elevator shroud is held off the glass enclosure on a secondary steel frame with a series of standoff brackets and extends above the roofline of the building.
QUEENSVIEW STATION PLATFORM VIEW
Platforms are designed to be open and free from visual obstructions which in combination with clear wayfinding allow for safe and easy passenger navigation
The design of the new stations is driven by the desire to maintain the integrity of the overall system while meeting the obligations of passenger comfort, accessibility, sustainability, and appropriate contextual response to the immediate surroundings of the stations.
4. VISTRIA CHICAGO 38TH FLOOR EXPANSION
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Size: 21,932 square feet
Architect: Perkins & Will
My Involvment: Permit - Tender
My Role: Designer Status: Under Construction
Description:
In the first phase, a Chicago-based private investment firm focused on middle-market companies in healthcare, education, and financial services industries engaged Perkins&Will to design an environment reflective of their company culture, while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for their clients. The guest experience was reinforced by the display of their extensive art collection.
During the second phase, the remainder of the floor plan was redesigned to create the effect of an understated and enduring space, complemented by minimalist details and soft materiality.
design
5. GREEN UP - PROTOTYPE
attachment to different common spaces such as gardens, vineyards, courtyards and public thelevels of public, semi-public and private.
three levels of common space into design
Location: Shiraz, Iran
Size: N/A
Architect: Shahryar Nowzari
My Involvment: SD
My Role: Designer
Status: N/A
Community Gardens
The idea of this strategy is taken from the traditional culture of having a large public space in the middle. The design strategy is transformed to shift the public space to the corners in order to create semi public small gardens (community gardens) and better use of sunlight.
Description: Today, Shiraz averages 5-storey residential buildings. To strenghen urban centers, balance heights, and enhance the city’s skyline, this study suggests raising the average height to 15 storeys.
This project aims to present an alternative mixed-use, medium to high-density, sustainable system that prioritizes social and cultural interaction among residents while advancing the important concept of fostering a greener city.
Common space Hierarchy
Common space Hierarchy
Integration of three layers of green spce
Integration of three layers of green common space
6. GO TRANSIT DESIGN EXCELLENCE GUIDELINES
Location: Ontario, Canada
Size: N/A
Architect: Perkins & Will
My Involvment: SD
My Role: Designer
Status: Published
Description: GO DEG represents the design principles and the visual, physical, and experiential elements required for GO stations and sites. It balances the consistent elements that form the backbone of the station experience, with variable elements that reflect a local or site-specific approach to design.
GO DEG strives to give physical substance to GO’s brand essence, making the transit experience easy and reassuring for the traveling public.
The design challenge is to visually and experientially unify the GO identity across a diverse network that has historically been created by many diverse hands, with an approach that refreshes legacy facilities and provides clear guidance for new-build projects.
TREE LINE WAY FINDING STATION BUILDING
The station building is the anchor for GO Station sites, and shall be each location’s most dominant visual element. It is a destination and area of transition for many passengers.
Programmatic configuration with public programs in the front.
Programmatic configuration with public programs wrapping around circulation
Programmatic configuration with extended exterior program
Programmatic configuration adapting to site restrictions
Section through portal and tunnel
Section through portal and tunnel
The interior finishes of the portal continue the exterior language of bright white, large format panels that seamlessly integrate building systems and services such as selfserve kiosks and signage.
The soffit of the portal is an integral part of this component. Running from outside to inside, it is read as one continuous surface.
GO Station Building adaptation to site constraints
The portal may be adapted to address various site conditions and circulation patterns. These variations respond to the entry orientation relative to the container.
Simple transformations of Portal can address unique site conditions and provides examples of common configurations.
It may also be expanded to address concerns of topography and weather protection.
Based on the GO Ideal site configuration, Standard Straight is applied when the main pedestrian circulation path aligned or closely aligned to the threshold.
Straight
In a scenario where there are two major circulation routes arriving at both sides of the station building, Lateral Entrance can be applied as a solution to provide a single and clear wayfinding threshold for Go passengers.
Straight
Based on the GO Ideal site configuration, Standard Straight is applied when the main pedestrian circulation path aligned or closely aligned to the threshold
Lateral
Where there are two major circulation routes arriving at both sides of the station building, Lateral Entrance can be applied.
Corner
The corner of station building should be a threshold to accommodate passengers arriving from both directions.
Selected sites in the network experience grade changes. The flexibility of the frame should respond to these conditions by formally adjusting and scaling up as a respond.
Portal Transformations
Portal can be amplified to create a loggia for station building which can help bring more prominence to the station building and potentailly link buildings together.
The corner of station building should be a threshold to accommodate passengers arriving from both directions.
In transit-oriented or urban developments, the portal may be amplified to bring prominence to a corner condition while creating a exterior sheltered public plaza.
7. MARKET
Location: Ontario, Canada
Size: N/A
Architect: Shahryar Nowzari
My Involvment: SD
My Role: Designer
Status: N/A
Description: This research studio was established to explore new physical and geometric surfaces that could enhance structural performance. Curved surfaces can serve as supports for various architectural considerations that may not be achievable in isolation.
intended large span space required for the market as the buildwas to support the roof system which is suitable for this context
The primary function of the building situated along Toronto’s waterfront is a community market, complemented by a structural system that accommodates a spacious indoor beach offering panoramic views of the lake
Structural system of the building is made of a set of concrete ribs, to create the intended large span space required for the market as the building program. In addition to spatial creation, the role of this bone like structure was to support the roof system which is suitable for this context (both the market place and the beach division).
This innovative building roof membrane is responsive to environmental conditions and provides dynamic shading for the indoor beach division of the building. The membrane is built from air-filled ETFE membrane cushions. This transparent cushion consists of three layers of plastic film which are welded together airtight along the edges and stretched between a concrete frame which is supported by the main structure.
This innovative building roof membrane is responsive to environmental conditions and division of the building. The membrane is built from air-filled ETFE membrane cushions. of plastic film which are welded together airtight along the edges and stretched between main structure.
providing a bone like supportive structure by a set of concrete ribs for the innovative building roof membrane which is responsive to environmental conditions and provides dynamic shading for the indoor beach division of the building.
innovative building roof membrane which is responsive to environof the building.
for the innovative building roof membrane which is responsive to environmental conditions and provides dynamic shading for the indoor beach division of the building.
The roof system is responsive to environmental conditions and providing active adjustable sun shading. A fully automatic control mechanism regulates the pressure in the two chambers of the cushions depending on the position of the sun and in doing so changes the position of the central layer of synthetic material which thus regulates the amount of incoming light.
The roof system is responsive to environmental conditions and providing active adjustable sun shading. A fully automatic the two chambers of the cushions depending on the position of the sun and in doing so changes the position of the central lates the amount of incoming light.
The roof system is responsive to environmental conditions and providing active adjustable sun shading. A fully automatic control mechanism regulates the pressure in the two chambers of the cushions depending on the position of the sun and in doing so changes the position of the central layer of synthetic material which thus regulates the amount of incoming light.
The responsive roof system includes adjustable sun shading. It uses automatic pressure control in cushion chambers to adjust synthetic material and control incoming light based on sun position
8. THE LINK
Location: Shiraz, Iran
Size: N/A
Architect: Shahryar Nowzari
My Involvment: SD
My Role: Designer
Status: N/A
Description:
The primary goal of this project is to establish a connection between the cherished “Ghasrodasht Gardens” and the city’s pedestrian network, realized through the creation of a parametrically designed pedestrian bridge.
Referred to as “The Link,” this architectural marvel serves as a vital conduit that unites diverse programs situated on both riverbanks, fostering a cohesive community for pedestrians, cyclists, and visitors.
As an Architect, you design for the present, with an awareness of the past, for a future which is essentially unknown.
- Norman Foster