MELBOURNE SCHOOL OF DESIGN GRADUATE APPLICATION, PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
Melbourne School of Design
Design Portfolio template This template is for students submitting an application for the Master of Architecture 200pt program. Each page outlines the information that should be included for each project. The information and images of work can be depicted in any style or arrangement, we encourage student creativity.
Portfolio evAluAtion Please refer to the Design Portfolio Matrix below to see how design portfolios are assessed by the Selection Committee. DesiGn folio mAtriX CRITERIA 1 evidence of 3-dimensional thinking
Portfolio requirements •
The file size of your portfolio should not exceed 10 MB
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The number of pages should not exceed 15
• Recommend that students showcase a minimum of SHAWN KOH JYH SHEN 3 projects. With preferably 4 pages or more per project
Application number: 712987 •
The portfolio must be saved as one PDf file and must [B]achelors of Environments be in landscape A3 format
University of Melbourne • Note that portfolios are evaluated digitally and should 1 year be advance placement easily readable with limited zooming or scrolling [D]iploma in Architecture Singapore Polytechnic 3 year diploma course
a
Design control over a number of projects of different sizes (small, medium, large), different sites and different programs
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A variety of spatial representations such as written texts, drawings, physical models and virtual models. (Physical models as photographs)
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Coherent and readable layout of folio sheets, with clear relationship of text and image (no extraneous graphic effects)
2 evidence of conceptual thinking a
The invention of appropriate compositional procedures and demonstration of use
b
Ability to generate options and select appropriate ones to develop
c
Coherent image/description of each design proposal
3 evidence of creative thinking a
Degree of resolution of pragmatic factors such as site, program, circulation and spatial dimension
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Degree of resolution of design
c
Expression of enjoyment and delight in the design process
Project
Smoke and Dust
Category
Collaborative Experimentation
Type
Conceptual (Academic) 2010
Company
Singapore Polytechnic 2009 - 2012
About Me
Awards 3.0 GPA
Project
Project
Category
Category
Type
Type
Company
Company
Awards
Awards
Dance School
SANA Rolex Learning Centre (Case Study)
Institutional
Institutional
Conceptual (Academic) 2012
Case Study (Academic) 2015
Singapore Polytechnic 2009 - 2012
Singapore Polytechnic 2009 - 2012
3.6 GPA
N/A
Project
Project
Category
Category
Type
Type
Company
Company
Awards
Awards
DARCH Brochure (Dip. Arch)
Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine
Publication
Institutional/ Medical
Published Works
Built Works (Completion 2015)
Singapore Polytechnic 2009 - 2012
DP Architects 2012
N/A
N/A
Project
Project
Category
Category
Type
Type
Company
Company
Awards
Awards
Crossing @ Merri Creek Recreational/ Civic Conceptual (Academic) 2015 University of Melbourne 2015 (B. Envs) H1
319 SPENCER STREET Hotel/ Civic Conceptual (Academic) 2015 University of Melbourne 2015 (B. Envs) H1 (Interim 2)
EDUCATION
SINGAPORE POLYTECHNIC (Singapore) MARCH 2009 - FEBRUARY 2012 Diploma in Architecture School of Architecture and the Built Environment UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE (Australia) March 2015 - December 2015 Bachelors of Environments (Mjr. Architecture) Melbourne School of Design
AWARDS
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
SHAWN KOH JYH SHEN 05th August 1991 Born and raised in Singapore, a small country but one of the most successful ones in Asia. Eldest of 3 siblings in the family, brother a psychology major and sister a business studies major. Myself, an ungergrade architecture major at the University of Melbourne, Australia. Interest includes fitness, design and photography.
SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS (SIA) ARCHIFEST 2010 PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Awarded 3rd most voted picture by the public and the top prize for the best picture voted by the committee.
Concepts Architects Architectural Assistant [internship] (Sept 2010 - Oct 2010) DP ARCHITECTS pte ltd Technical Officer (Apr 2012 - Nov 2012) Singapore Armed Forces (Nov 2012 - Nov 2014) Lieutenant Armor Engineer Officer 41st Singapore Armor Battalion
AUTODESK REVIT BUILDING PERMIT DOCUMENTATION ENTRY Consolation award.
COLLABORATIONS
Smoke and Dust
A collaborative study of dance movements and its impacts on the surrounding that are invisible to audiences. Power and dust create clouds of smoke scattered and projected based on the direction of forces applied. An interesting study to see the unseen and experience movement and dance in a different way. Project was self initiated to aid our studies on dance for the themed project of a Dance Institution, final year project of the 3rd year at Singapore Polytechnic. Contributing Members: KEVIN NG ZU-YI S. California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) Mjr. Architecture VINCENT LAI YEE FOO National University of Singapore (NUS) Mjr. Architecture HO FUK KIN National University of Singapore (NUS) Mjr. Property
W O R K
SDA Building by Shawn Koh
A C A D E M I C
Category Recreational & Civic (Conceptual) Country Singapore, Singapore Year of Completion 2012 Client Singapore Dance Association (SDA) Size N/A Description Part of a collaboration with the Singapore Dance Association, a building in the heart of the CBD would be constructed as a learning hub, studio space and exhibition arena for the institution. The main exhibition space designed as ramps circulating up the various levels allowing scenic views of the city and space to exhibit photos and works by students. The facade made of pivoting metal screens allows for a naturally ventilated space. The design replicated the uniformity in dance, all seamlessly angled in a single direction and dependent on each other to create a whole system. The building features a resource library with a full range of materials on dance and the arts, and a dance theatre with fully retractable seats for a more flexible space.
COLLABORATIONS
ROLEX LEARNING CENTER by SANNA Architects
A collaborative case study focused on the construction technique and use of materials to achieve complex forms in architecture. Use of undulating forms and perforations by Japanese architectural firm, SANNA. Model was made from two pieces of foam boards carved and shaved to achieve the undulating forms. LEDs added to illustrate the lightness of the building through the use of multiple thin columns and extensive curtain of glass wrapped around the edges. Completed in 13 days. Contributing Members: KEVIN NG ZU-YI S. California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) Mjr. Architecture VINCENT LAI YEE FOO National University of Singapore (NUS) Mjr. Architecture HO FUK KIN National University of Singapore (NUS) Mjr. Property
EXHIBITIONS & PUBLICATIONS
DARCH Brochure 2012 by Singapore Polytechnic Department of Architecture
A collaborative publication to promote the Diploma in Architecture course offered at the Singapore Polytechnic. This brochure launched in conjunction with the final year exhibition as well as a new excelled program, ‘Apex’, for the diploma course.
BIRTH Exhibition 2012 by Singapore Polytechnic School of Architecture and Built Environment
Final year exhibition at Vivo City where over 300 projects by graduates from five diploma courses are showcased to the public and members of the industry. A team of over 20 students from the Diploma in architecture lead the set-up of the exhibition which lasted over 3-days, featured in local news papers and publications. Appointment: DIRECTOR Of PHOTOGRAPHY (Brochure) & Assistant Creative Director (Exhibition) To select and curate brochure spread. Promote diversity and interest in architecture to potential students. In-charge of all photographic content at BIRTH Exhibition, leading a team of 5 photographers and designers. Production of promotional video and over 350 event labels/ passes/ photographic IDs. Contributing Members: MATTHEW KEK Director of Graphics and Content TESSALIN NG Editor CHOW KIN NAM Head of Department of Architecture
EXPERIENCE
LEE KONG CHIAN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE by DP Architects Category Conservation & Heritage, Healthcare, Institutional Country Singapore Year of Completion 2015 Client Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine Size 18,100sqm Appointment Technical Officer (Dip. Architecture)
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WORK
Drafted building drawings for submission to relevant authorities. Assisted architect in resolving design issues and conforming to building safety codes and regulations. The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Singapore’s newest medical school at Nanyang Technological University. The Experimental Medicine Building has training facilities such as seminar rooms, learning studios as well as teaching and research laboratories for students and researchers to learn and work collaboratively.
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EXPERIENCE
THE RISE @ OXLEY by DP Architects
Category Residential, Commercial Country Singapore Year of Completion 2018 Client Oxley Holdings Size 25,630sqm Appointment Technical Officer (Dip. Architecture)
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WORK
Drafted building drawings for submission to relevant authorities. Assisted architect in resolving design issues and conforming to building safety codes and regulations. The Rise @ Oxley is a new luxurious freehold development comprising of both commercial and residential units in prime district 9. The Rise @ Oxley is place you can call home, living in tranquility away from the buzzing city life while in proximity to the CBD. The development comprises of 13 restaurants, 16 shops and 120 residential units.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
PARIS, FRANCE 2012
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA 2014
PARIS, FRANCE 2012
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
BALI, INDONESIA 2011
LONDON, ENGLAND 2012
PHOTOGRAPHY TAIPEI, TAIWAN 2014
LONDON, ENGLAND 2012
TOKYO, JAPAN 2010
TAIPEI, TAIWAN 2014
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS 2014
PARIS, FRANCE 2014
SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE 2009
LONDON, ENGLAND 2014
LONDON, ENGLAND 2014
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
PARIS, FRANCE 2012
TAIPEI, TAIWAN 2014
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
PARIS, FRANCE 2012
TAIPEI, TAIWAN 2014
BATAM, INDONESIA 2008
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
LONDON, ENGLAND 2014
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA 2015
BALI, INDONESIA 2011
EVOLUTION 1 1. BASE MESH
2. COMPRESSION
EVOLUTION 2 3. INFLATION
4. ANCHORAGE
EVOLUTION 3 2. SURFACE PANELLING
EVOLUTION 3
Options and evolutions shown through out the design process to constantly improve the quality of design, its aesthetics as well as its functionality.
4. PERFORATION
Algorithmic computation in design allows for quick changes and evolutions to take place through out the project. More iterations and options can be produced with the same set of rules and processes. It allows ease in design but requires adequate knowledge to operate the softwares.
EVOLUTION 4
W O R K
MERRI CREEK CROSSING by Shawn Koh
A C A D E M I C
Category Recreational & Civic (Conceptual) Country Melbourne, Australia Year of Completion 2015 Client Friends of Merri-Creek Size N/A Description A project based on the application of parametric design and computation. By imputing various parameters into a series of algorithms, designs were produced to conform to the site, structural capabilities, design intent as well as build-ability. This project was aided by the ‘Grasshopper’ plug-in to Rhinoceros as well as 3D printing technology. The project was intended as a crossing that bridges the two sides of the river Yarra that also encourages other activities such as rock climbing, street art as well as social gatherings. Constructed with reinforced concrete, this crossing would not only solve the graffiti problem in the area, but also improve the permeability of the area allow ease in navigation. The concrete canvas under the bridge to encourage street art and collaboration with other activities.
STUDIO FIRE [SEMESTER 2, 2015] FINAL PRESENTATION
Roof Deck
Office
Ground Floor
Restaurant
VERGE by Shawn Koh
W O R K
FLOW & CIRCULATION
CONCEPT
A C A D E M I C
Category Mixed-use Development (Conceptual) Country Melbourne, Australia Year of Completion 2015 Client Yoga Association Australia National Association of the Visual Arts (NAVA) Size N/A Description Infrastructure grows uncontrollably as cities expand and its economy grows, but what is neglected are social spaces where people can gather and commute pass. City blocks begin to turn into massive, endless blocks of unwelcoming commercial facades and shop fronts.
MASSING STRATEGY
MAXIMIZE THE SITE AREA, RAISING THE MASSING.
What then can be introduced into a typical Melbourne city block? What else could a building’s program become and how could it relate to the public? A new typology of mixed use buildings made for the community, to share resources and limit wasted spaces. Mixed in functions but united by its users. A new and more sustainable way of building spaces by sharing.
SET BACK LOWER LEVELS TO CREATE NEW PUBLIC SPACE.
SLOPED GLASS ENCOURAGES VISUAL INTERACTION OF INSIDE AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.
SKIN DESIGN
TRUNK GROWTH PATTERNS IN FORREST AREAS CREATES SHADE AND OPACITY.
TAKING THE NEGATIVES OUT TO CREATE OPENINGS TO SHADE AND PROVIDE PRIVACY WHERE ITS NEEDED.
FACADE WRAPS AROUND THE EAST AND WEST FACES PROVIDES PRIVACY, PROTECTION FROM SUN AND NOISE REDUCTION.
FACADE TO PROVIDE SHADING AND NOISE REDUCTION WHEN NEEDED.