Simon Tsang Siu Fung Architecture Portfolio by Simon Tsang

PORTFOLIO

SIMON TSANG SIU FUNG Architecture Portfolio BssC Works & Projects 2014-2017

CONTENTS

ACADEMIC 03 - 15

THE STATION, instituitional sports facility

16 - 29

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK, social housing & public programme

30 - 39

PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA, TIBET, educational instituition

COMPETITION 40 - 49

THE WALL,

Fabfest 2016, London

THE STATION

Advisor: Sebastian Law *Exhibition Award

CONTENT Portfolio

THE STATION sports facility

CUHK, Hong Kong

library

staff residences

student dormitories

amenities

monuments and icons

the station

development | balance icons | spectacle the site map and photos highlight three main issues the project attempts to tackle. firstly, the amenities and services within the university developed in a highly lopsided progression due to the access points established. secondly, as the university grew in size the residences and dormitories began to grow distant from the services intended for its users. lastly, the icons and monuments built both in the university and the science park are somehow hidden from the public spectacle. this project attempts to create both an iconic spectacle projecting the image of the university and weight against the lopsided development of the campus.

Site Map & Analysis 1:2000 50m

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FINAL PANEL DRAWING OF SITE MAP & ANALYSIS

PROJECT BRIEF The Chinese University of Hong Kong is the most spaceous school in Hong Kong, with over 9 colleges and 20 dormitories serving the student and teaching body. Combining its strong sense of community with a forward-thinking commitment to better life in campus, the school required a new building that would provide sporting facilities for wellness and recreation, comprising the main sports hall, six squash court area, gym room, multi purpose room, indoor rock climbing facility and administrative offices. Located at the foot of the mountain by the staff residences and C.W. Chu College, the building is able to serve the two main bodies residing in the premises of the university. The building is situated in an elongated flat land with a steep level difference that marks the foot of the mountain leading up to more hostels and living area. The challenge was to mitigate the level difference that steered users away from this site previously and to minimize the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s apparent size. The response was to create a series of rectangular dimensions that scales to the dimensional needs for the programme to create public pedestrian routes and sit-out areas across the site. The building has a long spanning footprint, providing 4000 square meters of accommodation with essentialy no partitions for maximum visual connection and flexibility of usage. This was achieved by using curving trusses that follow the elevational drop of the level difference to create a long span one way structure, helping the building to recede visually. The curved trusses are also north facing, which permits large areas of the roof to be translucent to admit large amounts of diffuse light for most of the day.

THE STATION sports facility

FINAL PANEL LINE DRAWING OF LONG SECTION

Site Strategy

The five step diagram depicts the step by step process within the design phase that is boiled down to the essence. Taking the context and site into account, and thinking about the connectivity of the topography. The general footprint is taken into consideration along with the volumetric implications of sporting facilities. The form of the building is also beginning to be explored with accounts of the visual mass and interpretation of the program through the form and expression. The massaging of proportions and programmatic distribution is also being actively juggled throughout this design process as well. Graphically chosen in axonometric and clay render since materiality wasn’t of prime concern. Overlaid with vector drawing attempts to convey the process of design and accentuate what is being explored in every drawing.

Research

footprint orient to views and easy connection

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iconic scale

separation of two halls by “core”

the sage’s gateshead by norman foster uses a curved truss structure to mitigate the level difference and echoes the contextual approach to regenerate the area. by having an overarching structure that encompasses the main spaces, other supporting programs can form an informal social space creating an informal atmosphere. the structure plays a huge role in establishing the building in its site scale as a monument, while creating moments with structure as space for all sorts of activities to formulate in and around the site.

institutional scale densify “core” with program

the cambridge law school building by norman foster is a new addition to the historic campus. the curving diagrid structure minimizes the apparent size of the building, visually receding from certain perspectives. the large amount of glass responds to the north facing site that affords views to the garden and naturally lights deep into the building. at an institutional scale, the visual recess helps the building fit into the site while giving it the character of a high-tech building.

1:500 duality of perception

perception of the building at main entrance level induces a wow factor through scale

at higher ground where residences reside, scale diminishes due to human field of view. building seems to vanish away and blends into the mountain, giving residences a sense of tranquility.

footprint orient to views and easy connection

push volume down + large

iconic scale

separation of two halls by “core” institutional scale densify “core” with program

1:500 duality of perception

institutional scale

building at a distance still perceives as an iconic representation of the institute due to repeating units and strength of building at frontal elevation.

Concept Development

the robert gordon university faculty of management building by norman foster aims to perserve the natural topography of the setting while packing program into this new building. Site Strategy by dividing it into three zones and a central spine, the interconnecting spaces strengthens their relationship through constant mingling of users. the sweeping profile responds to the undulating topographical setting and trees in the context. establishing itself as a new addition to the building, while harmonizing with the contextual dialogue with nature.

footprint orient to views and easy connection

perception of the building at main entrance level induces a wow factor through scale

push volume down + large

separation of two halls by “core”

THE STATION sports facility

building at a distance still perceives as an iconic representation of the institute due to repeating units and strength of building at frontal elevation.

separation of two halls by “core”

The diagrammatic sections were the main conceptual drivers for the design. Highlighting the perception of visual mass through three different viewpoints allowed the design to glide through different scales and address the perceptions of visitors, residents, and spectators through the manipulation of a radical form when thinking in terms of a sporting facility. It was chosen to use stark color contrast and minimal detail in terms of drawing to graphically represent the core of an idea. The pristine condition of simple institutionallines scale institutional anddensify toning through differentiation lineweightsscale “core” with program using and gradient coloring was deliberate to convey the simrobert gordon university faculty of manplistic idea in an the architectural method. agement building by norman foster aims to Research perserve was athe large part of thisofdesign natural topography the settingsince the while packing program into this new building. justification of the chosen form was deemed necessary by dividing it into three zones and a central since the traditional take on a sporting facility is radically spine, the interconnecting spaces strengthens different. Taking the to mingling heart, with their diagrammatic relationship throughidea constant of users. the sweeping profile responds to the perceptions of visual mass being of utmost importance, undulating topographical setting and trees in similar forms at different scales were studied. Finally, the context. establishing itself as a new addition the implementation ofbuilding, the curved truss form to the while harmonizing withwas the mencontextual dialogue with nature. tioned in the bottom to tie research back into the design. Showing that all the lessons taken from different scales were taken into consideration.

public event space

Research the sage’s gateshead by norman foster uses a curved truss structure to mitigate the level difference and echoes the contextual approach to regenerate the area. by having an overarching structure that encompasses the main spaces, other supporting programs can form an informal social space creating an informal atmosphere. the structure plays a huge role in establishing the building in its site scale as a monument, while creating moments with structure as space for all sorts of activities to formulate in and around the site.

the swimming pool in vilafranca by mario co is an addition to an existing sports complex. the curved roof acts as a transition between limits of the city and natural environment. h ing to naturally transition between urban fab and nature, the architects chose to gradually raise the roofline of the building so the overa massing feels like its coming from the natur topography of the environment. the interior the building evokes dynamism and an atmos phere that encourages activity.

iconic scale

push volume down + large

institutional scale the robert gordon university faculty of management building by norman foster aims to perserve the natural topography of the setting while packing program into this new building. by dividing it into three zones and a central spine, the interconnecting spaces strengthens their relationship through constant mingling of users. the sweeping profile responds to the undulating topographical setting and trees in the context. establishing itself as a new addition to the building, while harmonizing with the contextual dialogue with nature.

public event space

public scale

the swimming pool in vilafranca by mario corea is an addition to an existing sports complex. the curved roof acts as a transition between the limits of the city and natural environment. hoping to naturally transition between urban fabric and nature, the architects chose to gradually raise the roofline of the building so the overall massing feels like its coming from the natural topography of the environment. the interior of the building evokes dynamism and an atmosphere that encourages activity. separation of two halls by “core”

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institutional scale the swimming pool in vilafranca by mario corea is an addition to an existing sports complex. the curved roof acts as a transition between the limits of the city and natural environment. hoping to naturally transition between urban fabric and nature, the architects chose to gradually raise the roofline of the building so the overall massing feels like its coming from the natural topography of the environment. the interior of the building evokes dynamism and an atmosphere that encourages activity.

the integration of research brings together many elements used in multiple designs at d ferent scales. by trying to minimize the appa ent size of the building at high elevations, w housing all the large programs within one ro the programmatic organization allows for in mal spaces for users to gather and mingle. th sweeping profile of the structure also respon to natural topography, following the recedin nature of the foot of the mountain.

public scale the integration of research brings together many elements used in multiple designs at different scales. by trying to minimize the apparent size of the building at high elevations, while housing all the large programs within one roof, the programmatic organization allows for informal spaces for users to gather and mingle. the sweeping profile of the structure also responds to natural topography, following the receding nature of the foot of the mountain.

Research

densify “core” with program the sage’s gateshead by norman foster uses a curved truss structure to mitigate the level difference and echoes the contextual approach to regenerate the area. by having an overarching structure that encompasses the main spaces, other supporting programs can form an informal social space creating an informal

institutional scale

public event space

public scale

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densify “core” with program

THE STATION sports facility

at higher ground where residences reside, scale diminishes due to human field of view. building seems to vanish away and blends into the mountain, giving residences a sense of tranquility.

the robert gordon university faculty of management building by norman foster aims to perserve the natural topography of the settin while packing program into this new buildin by dividing it into three zones and a central spine, the interconnecting spaces strengthen their relationship through constant mingling of users. the sweeping profile responds to the undulating topographical setting and trees in the context. establishing itself as a new addit to the building, while harmonizing with the contextual dialogue with nature.

Concept Development

FINAL PANEL DRAWING OF CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT DIAGRAMS

Site Strategy

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integration the integration of research bringsRESEARCH together FINAL PANEL many elements used in multiple designs at different scales. by trying to minimize the apparent size of the building at high elevations, while housing all the large programs within one roof, the programmatic organization allows for infor-

DEVELOPMENT DIAGRAMS

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First Floor Plan 1:200 5m

upper cafe weight lifting area cardio training area external deck

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FINAL PANEL RENDERING FROM SCIENCE PARK

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First Floor Plan 1:200 5m

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back entrance lobby multi-purpose room indoor running track

FINAL PANEL RENDERING FROM WALKING PATH

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Ground Floor Plan 1:200 5m

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reception administrative office bar and cafe squash courts exhibition zone changing rooms main hall spectator stands outdoor deck storage plant room outdoor event zone outdoor fitness set-up parking drop off zone

Concept Development 1:500 duality of perception

FINAL PANEL RENDERING FROM RESIDENT BLOCK

perception of the building at main entrance level induces a wow factor through scale

THE STATION sports facility

FINAL PANEL ARCHITECTURAL PLAN DRAWINGS

The renderings were chosen from these respective viewpoints in correlation to the concept diagram exploring the visual perception of the building mass from those three perspectives. As you can see from the thumbnail diagrams, they correspond to each view respectively. Showing the process of form-finding and visual perception as an integral part that contributes to the integrated solution proposed by this design.

at higher ground where residences reside, scale diminishes due to human field of view. building seems to vanish away and blends into the mountain, giving residences a sense of tranquility.

building at a distance still perceives as an iconic representation of the institute due to repeating units and strength of building at frontal elevation.

Site Strategy

Research the sageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gateshead by norman foster uses a curved truss structure to mitigate the level difference and echoes the contextual approach to regenerate the area. by having an overarching structure that encompasses the main

section through hall 1:200 10m

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multipurpose room changing room

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administration office

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section through squash courts 1:200 5m

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section through squash courts 1:200 10m

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Visual Connection & Spatial Diversity diagram showing the volumetric diversity within large structure through sectional design and the visual connections establish through the play between levels.

FINAL PANEL INTERNAL RENDERINGS

Cutting sections through sequentially depicts the diversity and connections in the large shed-like structure. The internal experience of the sports center is filled with a variety of spatial experiences and diagonal visual relationships that are established through the elimination of regular grid forms, and structural redundancy is reduced by using tension members to hang floors. Once again, the simplistic conceptual diagrams are used to distill the idea and convey a singular issue at heart. the use of color was chosen to highlight the scale and positioning of people within the building, and the roof-line given the white outine of the truss.

THE STATION sports facility

FINAL PANEL VISUAL CONNECTION & SPATIAL DIVERSITY DIAGRAM

The four internal renderings depict the general atmosphere of the sporting complex, showing the high-tech nature of the project that allows for an expansive feeling of space which isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t too empty and the ample amounts of natural diffuse sunlight achieved through frosted materials like polycarbonate sheeting and white reflective interior materials. The high-tech building also provides another experience not available in the current state of the instituite, which would be an attractive feature for the building. Also shows that the partition-less structure allows for great flexibility, anticipating shifting needs through different times.

One bay Isometric and 1:500 Roof plan 5m 10m

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Φ 330 mm steel tube main truss Φ 200 mm steel tube purlin Φ 50 mm steel tie rod 400 mm t flange beam enclosure roof element: 60 mm aluminum frame 10 mm polycarbonate sheeting 8 mm air barrier 12 mm glass glazing wall element: 450/80 aluminum post 40 mm aluminum louvre 80/80 aluminum beam frame 35 mm double glazing floor element: plywood finishing 50 mm cement screed 10 mm sound-insulation 300 mm reinforced concrete foundation foundation element: 50 mm steel plate connection 1300-2000 mm concrete foundation concrete piling foundation below grade ventilation system

Detail Wall Secion 1:50 1m

construction members repeating of members allows for expansion and construction with considerable speed

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overarching structure large uninterrupted structure and repeating elements creates ease of construction. curving structure also encourages natural ventilation with operable windows at high and low positions of the buliding.

1 polycarbonate roofing filters diffuse light into sports setting to maxmize natural lighting without harsh shadows

translucent roof maximizing north light and the mountain blocking most of the harsh light, the translucent roof allows for diffuse natural lighting.

cable hung upper floors ease of construction and renovation and maximizes the potential of large spanning roof, in the process creating interesting space

glass divider visitors can immediately spectate from core, even when engaged in other activities

frosted double skin wall retaining the holistic atmosphere of the complex, the frosted double skin wall provides privacy and a tint of color to the space

Construction and services were an integral part of the design, and envelope was a great opportunity that was explored in this detail wall section. Having worked with my advisor in figuring out the technical details of exclosure and expression, the truss was exposed and left with another system of sheeting and envelope to waterproof the building.

THE STATION sports facility

FINAL PANEL DETAIL SECTION

programmatic organization ground floor allows for maximum flexibility of movement. core acts as circulation condenser and packed with functions.

Sectional Perspective

THE STATION sports facility

FINAL PANEL SECTIONAL PERSPECTIVES

Sketch Study | Steps & Platforms as Gathering Hub the present state is in poor consideration of the opportunities and fails to seize the unique essence of this fabric.

Advisor: Patrick Hwang

Kennedy Town, Hong Kong

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK

1:5000 Site Analysis | Urban Nodes the public space of kennedy town could act as nodal gathering points for people of all ages, taking into account the temporal rhythm of usage from different age groups encompassing the fabric of the site. the present state is in poor consideration of the opportunities and fails to seize the unique essence of this fabric.

FINAL PANEL SITE DIAGRAM ANALYSIS Sketch studies and photomontage techniques were used to convey the feelings and atmosphere of the site context. A strong feeling of urban topography is expressed through human manipulation of the landscape, resulting in intricate ground conditions. The diagram below depicts urban nodes around the site in relative proximity against each other. the resulting discovery of the site being almost like a node point between all of the community social points drove the design to be heavily focused on the public aspect. Graphically chosen to be quite sketchy and expressive in color, because of the emphasis of the character of the artifacts in Kennedy Town and the land-to-sea contrast.

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Sequential Photo Journey | Richness in the Discontinuity where a nolli plan is sufficient for analysis, hong kong is the antithesis of such methods of representing a site. this sequential diagram takes the audience through a photo journey into the richness of a community sprung from the opportunisitc nature of hong kong development. the covert and almost subliminal nature of the back alley oozes richness in the discontinuity of the urban fabric.

FINAL PANEL PHOTO JOURNEY Further studies on the site in photo-journey format reveals the back alleyway is almost like a hidden gem within the fabric. The plan of the back street comes off as unnoticeable and unremarkable. However, at the site, this back â&#x20AC;&#x153;alleywayâ&#x20AC;? becomes the emotional attachment that continually inspired the design. The richness of community life and extensive usage from local residents is completely shadowed, both figuratively and literally by the residential development atop. Each photo has a keyword attached, giving readers a sense of what the photo is trying to convey.

Isometric Ground Relationship | Reintroducing the Hidden Fabric multi-level spaces open to the public performs various functions for different users at temporal times of the day. the upper stepped level acts as a threshold for the entrance lobby for residents and elevated public space during the day for public users. the sunken courtyard plaza links the hidden community fabric to the urban nodal hub, therefore physically and socially weaving preexisting and old fabric back together to form a more coherent whole.

Plan Diagram | Current vs. Proposed Housing Condition the current housing condition does not encourage residents in taking public ownership of their building. the proposed housing layout takes residents through a meandering experience, generating an increased public ownership of the place.

FINAL PANEL RESIDENTIAL PLAN DIAGRAM A study on the current residential situation of Kennedy town reveals a uniform approach to living. Perhaps the most economical, but definitely not the most ideal for social housing and promotion of human interaction. The slab form introduces another way of approaching the residential block. As opposed to virtually zero chance of using the public lobby in the conventional central core residential block, the proposal elongates the public circulation with nooks and crannies to create moments where the semi-public circulation area becomes a spot for residents of the same level to interact.

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

FINAL PANEL ISOMETRIC PLAN DIAGRAM

The goal of the design is to restitch the hidden community fabric back to the public, so its intended richness could be unveiled. The diagrammatic isometric of the ground-level shows the condition of the design that ties back to the site. The use of steps conforms to the nature of the context, but the play on dimensions allow for other usages for steps to become a social hub for residents and visitors. As shown in the previous photo-journey diagram, the back street already contained rich social life. The lifted up resident block unveils, in an architectural gesture, that there is more to the plot of development than gigantic residential urban artifacts. What was previously sandwiched between titans of housing blocks is now alleivated with the lightness of a hovering slab. The freed up ground level is left for the urban topography to take over, along with the community usage that comes along with it.

Long Perspective | Mutualistic Coexistence depicted above shows the everyday non-sensationalistic use of the public space, yet the public gesture not only doesn’t disturb the residents but also enhances the feeling of community living.

FINAL PANEL PUBLIC SUNKEN PLAZA RENDERING

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

The rendering shows the public and residential life of the design. Taken from “back alleyway” that was originally view-less and detached from its surroundings, the sunken plaza opens up to this back pedestrian walkway. Acting as a communal hub for the residents and visitors, the housing project achieves more than provide a place to live for a couple hundred people. The public gestures of invitation and conforming to the murmurs of the site integrates the housing block into the fabric and enhances the community.

1:200 Residential Podium Floor Plan and Typical Floor Plan the first residential floor plan connects to the green landscaped podium. the residential layout relies on the grid, allowing for a rhythmic play of depth.

1:200 Ground Floor Plan the plot stretches across a minute level difference which is viewed as opportunities to negotiate and establish a dialogue between street and threshold, sunken plaza and landscaped steps.

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

First Residential Floor Plan 1:200

Typical Residential Floor Plan 1:200

1:100 Longitudinal Section steps and landings observed in kennedy town translates into useable public space by stretching and scaling the dimension of the plane. serving three main functions: transitional, sitting, and lounging.

1:100 Section

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

depicting the flow of human activities from the mtr station to the originally detached urban fabric. by designing at human scale to introduce the sunken plaza, the ground level offers a multiude of spaces for the public.

FINAL MODEL PHOTOS

PLEAT HOUSING BLOCK social housing

The pleat housing block provides ample amounts of outdoor space for both residents and visitors. It envisions another type of living, celebrating a sustainable livestyle that leverages its richness from its contextual history and cultural background.

FINAL MODEL PHOTOS Expressed in models are the realistic lighting effects and the feeling of scale. The final model including the site context was made to also create a coherent understanding of the site and what has been done to enhance the contextual richness.

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WARM SLOPE + EASY ACCESS

BUILD ALONG CONTOUR FOR MAIN CIRCULATION exterior wall (a): 22mm outdoor wall panel compressed strand board 62 x 100 mm timber strip wood battens 16 mm fibre board 200 mm thermal insulation 10 mm vapour barrier 62 x 100 mm timber strip wood battens 22mm dark cherry tongued and grooved boarding

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Lhasa, Tibet

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connecting plate (c): 50 x 250 mm reinforced nail plate 8 mm diameter metal connecting pins main beam (d): 200 x 1500 mm timber plane frame

roof construction (f): 12 mm timber panels 50 x 28 mm timber strip battens 10 mm vapour barrier air cavity 200 mm thermal insulation 22 mm dark cherry tongued and grooved boarding skylight (g): 30 mm igu CH=2675

purlin frame (e): 150 x 200 mm timber purlin 16 mm diameter metal connectors

CIRCULATION SITE LINES + ZONING PROGRAMME

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BUILD ALONG CONTOUR FOR MAIN CIRCULATION

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Advisor: Adam Fingrut

skylight (g): 30 mm igu

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PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA educational instituite

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PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA

purlin frame (e): GL+1800 150 x 200 mm timber purlin 16access mm diameter metal connectors base

BUILD ALONG CONTOUR FOR MAIN CIRCULATION

connecting block (b): 100 x 300 mm timber block 32 mm diameter metal connectors 16 mm diameter metal connector

WARM SLOPE + EASY ACCESS

main beam (d): 200 x 1500 mm timber plane frame

roof construction (f): 12 mm timber panels 50 x 28 mm timber strip battens 10 mm vapour barrier air cavity 200 mm thermal insulation 22 mm dark cherry tongued and grooved boarding

FINAL PANEL SITE ANALYSIS STEP DIAGRAM

GL -4200 Site analysis of the mountaineous site. The primary aim of the diagram was to explore to the topographic nature and the ways of apporaching the design. hall

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exterior wall (a): 22mm outdoor wall panel compressed strand board 62 x 100 mm timber strip wood battens 16 mm fibre board 200 mm thermal insulation 10 mm vapour barrier 62 x 100 mm timber strip wood battens 22mm dark cherry tongued and grooved boarding connecting block (b): 100 x 300 mm timber block 32 mm diameter metal connectors 16 mm diameter metal connector

PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA educational instituite

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connecting plate (c): 50 x 250 mm reinforced nail plate 8 mm diameter metal connecting pins main beam (d): 200 x 1500 mm timber plane frame purlin frame (e): 150 x 200 mm timber purlin 16 mm diameter metal connectors

BUILD ALONG CONTOUR FOR MAIN CIRCULATION

CIRCULATION SITE LINES + ZONING PROGRAMME

FINAL PANEL LONG SECTION LAYOUT WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORT The long section graphically expressed in solely linework was chosen be expressed as a sectional perspective to show the fan-like separation of the school zoned programmatically. Each component acts as a break-out type classroom. Advocating the teaching to be flexible and integrative, the layout offers large flexibilty in configuration.

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FINAL PANEL INTERIOR RENDERING OF SPORT HALL

PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA educational instituite

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CIRCULATION SITE LINES + ZONING PROGRAMME

FINAL PANEL STRUCTURAL DRAWING

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OUTDOOR PLAYGROUND

LARGE OPENING

CLERESTORY WINDOW

MEZZANINE ENTRY

Sunken hall maximizes thermal mass from earth and planted trees shade harsh direct Western sunlight

Maximizing direct Southern light on cold days with curtain wall

Ambient lighting and creating visual continuity on the upper level

Supported by slanted column needed for large span hall and uses the adjacent space of the hall

CLASSROOM

CORRIDOR

FARM Buffer zone between the hill and the school

CLASSROOM Interactive Buffer Zone

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CURTAIN WALL

Tactile Connection

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LIBRARY

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FARM

PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA educational instituite

Articulation in hierarchy of formal to informal learning space through level differences Bookshelves act as a barrier between zones but still offer visual connection

FINAL PANEL ANALYTICAL SECTIONS

FINAL PANEL DETAIL SECTIONS AT 1:20

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OUTDOOR AREA 01 ENTRANCE 02 CARPARK 03 FARM 04 LARGE SPORTS GROUND 05 MINI RECESS AREA SECTOR 1 06 PARENT PICK UP ZONE 07 ADMINISTRATION SECTOR 2 08 ACTIVITY HALL 09 MEZZANINE 10 CAFE 11 KITCHEN SECTOR 3 12 FORMAL CLASSROOM 13 OUTDOOR PROTECTED AREAS

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SECTOR 4 14 INFORMAL CLASSROOM 15 LIBRARY CHECKOUT 16 FORMAL STUDY SPACE 17 INFORMAL STUDY SPACE 18 SUN SPACE 19 OUTDOOR PROTECTED AREAS 20 OUTDOOR LIBRARY LOOKOUT MISC 21 WASHROOM

PUBLIC SCHOOL IN LHASA educational instituite

FINAL PANEL PLAN AT 1:100

THE WALL Advisor: Adam Fingrut

CONCEPT BRIEF

Group: Matthew Hon, Stanley Hung, Simon Tsang

THE WALL Fabfest 2016

THE WAL Fabfest 2016

London, UK

This pavilion is a temporary architectural structure that explores how cardboard weaving techniques and sinuous undulating curved modules work together. This creation is highly expressive and dramatic for the passersby of Fab Fest to enjoy both from a distance and up close. The structure challenges and explores the spatial, tactile, and material possibilities that simple materials can offer by using traditional/conventional weaving techniques in a digital fabrication atmosphere. The pavilion is an experimental structure which is designed from multiple uniform modules and an angled module, which in turn creates a dynamic form due to the continuous undulating sine curve.

The competition was deemed necessary to build a real scale pavilion. It was heavily focused on hands-on approach towards the design. We had to explore options through materiality. The tacile, visual, and spatial experience were explored at scale. We chose a modular approach towards fabrication, which speeds up the process of making and increases the ease of production. In the process, we also used techniques like numbering, positioning, and manual-like instruction sheets to create a smooth production process.

FINAL DESIGN MODEL PHOTO AT 1:1 SCALE

THE WALL Fabfest 2016

FABRICATION BASED DESIGN

The play of shadows through sinous curves shows through in the photo with cast light. We chose to create panels that had thick frames and infill weave skin to protrude the construction of the pavilion. We wanted to express the modularity through the frames, the tactile expression of weaved cardboard as infill, and an undulating sinous fabric-like whole when constructed together.

Sam 1220 x 1220 4mm

GRASSHOPPER CODE

THE WALL Fabfest 2016

Digital computational design was also a major part of this competition. We primarily used grasshopper and rhino for modeling and generative design.

GRASSHOPPER CODE AND FABRICATION DETAIL

The assembly diagram shows our understanding of construction and the materialityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strength and weaknesses. We bolstered the flabby nature of cardboard with thick frames, and showed off the flexible side of cardboard by weaving the material.

FINAL SPATIAL EXPERIENCE DIAGRAM

THE WALL Fabfest 2016

FINAL ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

The spatial diagram explores options in our curved wall. We wanted to express a continous curve, much like how a fabric would react in the wind. Our goal was to explore how to express dynamic natures of fabric-like physics and superimpose such ideas onto the idea of a wall, something that is so concrete.

visually reads as one surface

reality serves as programmable zones

Following our interest in fabric, we also wanted the perception of the pavilion to visually read as something that wraps entirely around. The diagram explains how the pavilion, at eye level visually looks as if it is one serpentine wall that wraps around the area. Yet, as one approaches, they come to realize the possibility of entering the pavilion. Another spatial experience is presented once within the pavilion, likening to an experience of walking in a Richard Serra sculpture.

FINAL MODEL PHOTOS AND DETAIL

THE WALL Fabfest 2016

FINAL PERCEPTION DIAGRAM

With the restrain timeline of the competition, we only had time to refine parts of our expression. However if given more time, I would like to explore and refine the expression of construction, the interior experience vs formal perception, and bolster the idea of the wall as a fluid architecture element.