Portfolio for UCL

Shensi Zhang

B.Eng.Nantong University 2018-2022

B.Arch. University of Adelaide 2022-2023

In a city with a large population, it is ironic to design an alarming building. It has the texture of plastic, the texture of concrete, the idea of future life.

Reincarnation Symbiote

The concept of reincarnation envisages human life in the fifth era, and uses new science and technology to build a new era of human refuge to resist disasters and seek survival.

Urban Cave 01 02 03

STILL WALKING

The construction of the countryside is imminent, with the vitality of the city itself, wake up the soul of the countryside, develop its own sustainable power. Building Bridges between rural and urban areas brings new sources.

04 05

Broadway Oasis

The abandoned Broadway junction was the key to the city's recovery, creating a functional complex that would attract economic input and create value with the new building.

Other Work

Ordinary sketching and painting works, imitation of master works.

01 Urban Cave

The University of Adelaide. Adelaide. South Australia & Nantong University. Jiangsu. China

Project Type: Individual, Architecture, Satirize Reality

Tutor's Name & Email: Gao Sijie & gsjgossy@gmail.com

Tutor's Phone Number: +86 13386068551

Design Studio V

Date: 2022.2

ABSTRACT

The concept of urban caves comes from the fact that the accumulation of plastic causes a large amount of space waste, and the decomposition process of extracting plastic creates an ironic space. The continuous use of plastic forces people to constantly fill their living space with garbage, so that the living area becomes like the cave where primitive people lived.

Through the texture of plastic outline lines, build models, and then through the cross section of the line composition of the space. A facade effect is presented in a symmetrical manner. The interior is filled with a decomposed plastic texture, and the outermost layer is made of concrete material as a facade to show the spatial variation inside.

GYM

The fitness space here is the first space at the entrance, and the parallel walls are oriented. Fitness equipment arranged according to the flow line maximizes the use of space.

PERSONAL PLACE

The meandering walls surround the zigzag space, dividing the space into several different functions: study, fitness room, meeting room, meditation space, etc.

OPEN SPACE

The open space is laid with circular floor tiles to highlight the centrality, and the surrounding lines diverging form the corner space.

ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGE

The leisure space corresponds to the open space, which is also lined with circular floor tiles and connected by an irregular staircase. In the regular circle inside the setting of green space, interspersed with each other.

ADMINSTRATIVE AREA

The semicircular administrative space and the centripetal circle are the key points of this space. The connecting stairs and parallel walls have the function of directivity. The shaped table at the edge follows the direction of the wall.

GREEN LAND

The leisure space corresponds to the open space, which is also lined with circular floor tiles and connected by an irregular staircase. In the regular circle inside the setting of green space, interspersed with each other.

STUDIO

Several rows of tables are arranged along the wall, and the outermost is a platform for the aircraft, where people can quickly repair the aircraft and work, while the use area is separated by vegetation.

GARAGE

The garage in the outermost tunnel is connected to the tunnel, and the smallest hole serves as the door to the inner courtyard, which houses the billiard room and green space.

ELEVATION

Hong kong is one of the big cities that produces plastic. It is built here with the anti-ironic nature of plastic architecture. People live in it, understand the decomposition of plastic, and better understand the importance of protecting the environment.

TOP WALKWAY AND HELICOPTER LANDING PLATFORM.

CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA

THE BOTTOM IS CONCRETE WITH GOOD INSULATION PERFORMANCE.

HOLLOW BRICK

CORPUS CAVERNOSUM

SOUND INSULATION MATERIAL

GEAR STRUCTURE

IRON AND STEEL

WOOD

STUDIO

THE BACKGROUND IS A PLASTIC-THEMED TEXTURE

WOODEN FRAME

HOLLOWED OUT SPACE

AIR CIRCULATION

DOOR

NARROW ENTRANCE SPACE

UNIQUE WAY TO OPEN DOORS

RANDOM DISTRIBUTION

BIONIC SPACE

YOGA ROOM

MULTISTOREY STAIRCASE

SUITABLE FOR DIFFERENT HEIGHT NEEDS

WINE STORAGE ROOM

CIRCULAR STACKED STORAGE SPACE

FILLING IRREGULAR SPACE

SPACED BRICK-CONCRETE STRUCTURE

SPONGE PARTITION

MULTIPURPOSE CARRIAGEWAY

THE GROUND FLOOR IS THE PASSENGER ROAD

THE UPPER LEVEL IS A SMALL FISHING SPOT

MULTILEVEL SPACE

CONNECT WITH MULTIFUNCTIONAL FURNITURE

UPPER AND LOWER PARTITION

CIRCULAR NODE

CONNECTOME

IRON

TUNNEL

VEHICULAR TRAFFIC

THE BOTTOM IS SPONGE SOUNDPROOF

CARGO PASSAGE ROOM NATURAL STREAMLINES FLOW

DIAGONAL SUPPORT BRICK STRUCTURE

RESTAURANT BEVELLED WALLS AND LARGE WINDOWS OPEN VISION COMFORTABLE DINING ENVIRONMENT

STRUCTURAL INTERSECTION POINT CIRCULAR COLUMNS ARE DISPERSED

HOLLOW BRICK CONCRETE DRAINAGE SOUND INSULATION

OUTDOOR PUBLIC SPACE HIGHLY SEPARATE PEOPLE FROM EACH OTHER CLOSE TO THE CITY BUILDINGS AND PEOPLE

STEEL FRAME CONSTRUCTION PROTUBERANCE

LARGE TRAFFIC TUNNEL AND OPEN THE WINDOWS WIDE INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION SPONGES PROVIDE GOOD SOUND INSULATION

READING SPACE SHELF SPACE DIVIDERS CREATE MEDITATION SPACES

BUILT-IN TIMBER CONSTRUCTION

SMALL INTEGRATED SPACE UPPER AND LOWER SEPARATION EXTERNAL SOUND INSULATION EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED

EXTERNAL DRAIN HOLE OUTER HOLLOW BRICK INNER CONCRETE POURING

Reincarnation Symbiote

The University of Adelaide. Adelaide. South Australia & Nantong University. Jiangsu. China

Project Type: Personal, Architecture, Future Imagination

Tutor's Name & Email: Li Jingsi & gsjgossy@gmail.com

Tutor's Phone Number: +86 13386068551

Design Studio Ⅲ

Date: 2022.9

ABSTRACT

Humanity is in the sixth cycle of the world, which is technologically advanced, but at the same time faces greater dangers. Having lived through the first five Shoah, man has learned the importance of living in harmony with nature, and has developed a form of existence unique to the sixth Shoah. At this moment, what matters most is no longer the development of economy, the accumulation of capital, or the development of science and technology, but the survival of the whole society. Therefore, human beings will return to the most primitive mode of life. There would be no definition of private ownership, and all humanity would have only one goal, to survive. In this context, a new type of architecture was created, in modular form, which could be easily and quickly assembled to meet the needs of humans to defend themselves against beasts, survive extreme weather, and be self-sufficient.

SPATIAL EVOLUTION

It begins in the wilderness, with individual people forming a messy, gregarious tribe.

Gradually, people's life began to be organized, the spatial distribution is more regular, the division of labor is more clear.

The social division of labor is more perfect, the architectural system is more perfect and complex, and the space of people's life is like a precision instrument.

A civilization that began in the desert and the sea

STAGE 3 STAGE 2 STAGE 1

The Mayan civilization records that the first civilization on Earth was the Gendayan civilization, which is about 300 million years old.

Mesopotamian civilization. It is said that this civilization is located in the South Pole, destroyed by the Earth's magnetic pole conversion.

The Muria civilization is a new civilization that integrates the previous civilization.

Bricks made from clay are used as the main building material. To make the building waterproof, they inlaid ceramic tiles on the walls, similar to modern mosaics.

They have a body structure that humans do not have -- three eyes.

Different colored eyes have different superpowers that predict the future and also serve as weapons.

So far, the world has left a large number of ancient written records (clay), as well as mythological monsters and other relief.

There were houses and palaces made of gold everywhere, and life was very rich.

There were even aerial vehicles capable of carrying people (described in detail in Plato's Dialogues).

People can absorb great energy in the germination of plants.

Destroyed by a flood 10,000 years ago.

In the open middle of what is now the Pacific Ocean, there was once a very rich continent.

The Atlantean civilization was based on a continent called Atlantean, which covers 1.4 million square kilometers and is located roughly southeast of Portugal.

The Mesopotamian civilization originated at the South Pole.

Samsara keeps happening, civilization keeps evolving, and we will continue to take a samsara?

ASSEMBLAGE

A combination of three monomers, it is a large space filled with various functions, such as the meeting area needed for the doomsday survival place, which is mainly used to gather and discuss countermeasures, the library area for scientists.

PUBLIC SPACE

This is a combination of two monomers and one monomer. The sunken part in the middle is trees, where people can easily see green vegetation and relax their mood. It is also a famous public space.

TWO MONOMERS - 1

One of the combination forms of two units, where people can live separately on two sides without disturbing each other, but can gather together to discuss countermeasures when they need to cooperate.

CHILDREN'S

TWO MONOMERS - 2

One of the combinations of the two units, similar to the function described above, the difference is the location of the holes, and the form and direction of the combination of the two units.

ENCLOSING THREE MONOMERS- 1

The enclosure of the three units creates a feeling of infinite circulation, in which people can walk freely and reach any location. At the same time, the living space above is also connected with the beacon tower.

ENCLOSING THREE MONOMERS- 2

While the individual building serves as a dwelling, the entire outer void is enclosed by glass to protect against wind and rain, while the inner living space such as the bedroom can be completely sealed off in case of emergency.

READING

MONOMER SECTION MONOMER ANALYSIS

EXPLOSION ANALYSIS DIADRAM

RAMP

The underground space is another human gatherin g space, different from the monomer, it is a large space warehouse for resistance to higher level of destruction

SPIRAL

STAIRCASE

All human beings will gather in this space, where the density of material storage is greater, and the space for people to move around is correspondingly reduced. People can still reach the upper command space through the most central ring area.

SYSTEM STAIRCASE

The smallest scale is a single building, followed by a random combination of three, and finally a combination of five. The different specifications are mainly to meet the different needs of people.

PRAYER SPACE

While the individual building serves as a dwelling, the entire outer void is enclosed by glass to protect against wind and rain.

INNER RING SET RING

The smallest scale is a single building, followed by a random combination of three, and finally a combination of five. The different specifications are mainly to meet the different needs of people.

PLANTING SPACE

The smallest scale is a single building, followed by a random combination of three, and finally a combination of five. The different specifications are mainly to meet the different needs of people.

LIVING SPACE

The smallest scale is a single building, followed by a random combination of three, and finally a combination of five. The different specifications are mainly to meet the different needs of people.

LIVING SPACE

The living quarters and storage areas are connected by a narrow passageway to the enclosed defensive space, ensuring survival in extreme weather.

PUBLIC SPACE

The large building complex consists of five individual buildings, the main function of which is a gathering place, as well as a working space for some scientists, architects and cutting-edge workers. It is located on the second floor of the building circle.

GROUND FLOOR ACTIVITY SPACE

The central area of the building circle is a monumental building, whose purpose is to make people familiar with the known five eras of the world, to know the difficulty of survival, to cherish the existing survival opportunities.

TOP FLOOR RUNNING SPACE

On the second floor of the medium complex, there is a processing space where people work daily to create materials for the whole building group.

TRANSPORT RAMP

Here, the operation mode of the whole society is determined, and the strategy is made centrally. People can transport what they want through this space and exchange resources with each other at the same time

CENTRAL SUPPORTING POST

On the second floor of the medium complex, there is a processing space where people work daily to create materials for the whole building group.

SET SPACE

On the second floor of the medium complex, there is a processing space where people work daily to create materials for the whole building group.

03 STILL WALKING

The University of Adelaide. Adelaide. South Australia & Nantong University. Jiangsu. China

Project Type: Team, Architecture, Module

Tutor's Name: Veronica Soebrato

Tutor's Email: veronica.soebarto@adelaide.edu.au

Design Studio Ⅵ

Date: 2023.1

ABSTRACT

With the rapid development of economy and the influx of foreign population, the original urban space in big cities is becoming increasingly narrow and crowded. "Spillover" of capital, technology, labor and other production factors in urban areas,Make the economic activities of the city spread outward, and the agricultural land at the junction of urban and rural areas is constantly transformed into urban construction land. In Guangzhou, there are 138 areas with the characteristics of "village in the city", including Shipai village, Xicun village, Yuancun village, Dongpu village, Liede village and Dengfeng village.

SURROUNDING ANALYSIS

To strengthen the cultural exchange between the two areas, let the rest space grow upward and form a node space.

Some sites are designed by using the prominent positions to strengthen the communication.

The triangle space and the community outside is designed as a happy living space for children.

The first floor here is changed into a post station, and the second floor is a communication space.

Through the kindergarten to create the cultural influence of the surrounding environment, reduce crime rate.

ANALYSIS OF THE PRESENT SITUATION OF SHIPAI VILLAGE IN TIANHE DISTRICT,GUANGDONG PROVINCE

The advantages and disadvantages of the local area are analyzed, and the relationship between the environment and personnel flow is considered comprehensively to create a modular building model suitable for this area.

LOCAL PEOPLE

Most of the local residents tend to be aging, and the majority of the permanent population is the original villagers with low level.

INNER CIRCLE LANDSCAPE

From the outside to the inside, gradually found Shipai village landscape changes, more and more tend to rural.

LOCAL ECONOMIC

The basic source of income is to build their own house to rent，rarely engaged in commercial activities.

Local culture refers to the original culture of the village in the city, while foreign culture refers to the culture brought by foreigners from the place where they belong.

OUTER LANDSCAPE

This area can be divided into the main trunk road, branch road landscape and alley, the more outer, the higher the degree of urbanization.

FOREIGN ECONOMY

With the great development of urban commerce, catering industry.

Through the spatial relationship of the linkage use of the popular mobile phone software, it attracts the attention of young people and drives the development of the region.

STREET

MODULE ANALYSIS PARTITION

Through the combination of spatial modules, several different spatial relationships are formed. For example, the combination space is suitable for families with a large population. There are also single apartment type living space, which is convenient for white-collar workers living alone in the city.

SUPPLIES (EMERGENCY SUPPLIES)

Located in the outermost layer, convenient transportation, goods transportation is convenient.

LEISURE SPACE

Directly related to the first floor entrance, the space is flexible and practical.

TRAFFIC FLOW LINE

Directly related to the two Spaces, easy to enter, while changing the landscape to observe, rich in interest.

BARRIER-FREE ACCESS

Barrier-free passage and transportation space are separated to ensure the use of the disabled and ensure the safety of every user.

PUBLIC SPACE

Provide space for self-employed people, as well as rest space for others.

SMALL BUSINESS CLUSTER

A concentration of small vendors, mainly catering to passers-by and providing employment for local people.

PARKING AREA FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING

The boarding and unloading area is located on the outermost side to ensure the safety of passengers without interfering with the main road.

BULK GENERATION

1.Contact people on both sides of the highway.

4. Generate variable module space, placed on the platform, leaving public space.

2. Leave a gathering space between the two sides of the shunt.

5. Some loading and unloading space is set up at the end, which is used to adjust the crowd flexibly.

3. Make a two-layer modular space.

6. The modular combination makes the whole space more flexible, and different levels of use enrich the lives of local people.

04 Broadway Oasis

The University of Adelaide. Adelaide. South Australia & Nantong University. Jiangsu. China

Project Type: Team, Architecture, Urban revival

Tutor's Name & Email: Xu Yongzhan & xyz@ntu.edu.cn

Tutor's Phone Number: +86 13921601617

Design Studio Ⅰ

Date: 2022.6

ABSTRACT

BROADWAY OASIS tackles current ecological and spatial issues of Broadway Junction, and improves the local urban experience through a new transit hub typology that superimposes the community with ecological performance.

SITE ANALYSIS

The poor infrastructure and planning of the transit hub also result in commuters spending large amount of time walking on unshaded streets.

FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS

When the ground level is occupied and chaotic, the design seek for solution and retain the order from vertical spaces.

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

High heat vulnerability index indicates high possibility for a person to be injured or harmed during periods of hot weather. Residents in the neighborhood are in high risk due to rising temperatures. A lack of urban green space and trees in its urban fabric.

STREAMLINE ANALYSIS

BULK GENERATION

REGIONAL COMPOSITION

Landmarks of the surrounding green vegetation are identified as the line of sight observation points of the building, giving the whole building a better view and revitalizing.