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The new design includes folding windows that provide flexibility in summer and winter to adjust conditions inside the shelter. Additionally, painting will be included on the main wall of the bus shelter to add an artistic touch. The shelters will also be equipped with solar panels that provide electricity for lamps to enhance visibility at night. WINTER

WILDLIFE PAVILION

BIRD HOUSE@STILTS HOUSE

A green roof is a roof with vegetation and soil that creates a natural ecosystem. A peat house is a traditional dwelling made of peat blocks with a green roof. The green roof insulates the peat house, reduces stormwater runoff, and enhances biodiversity. It attracts birds and plants that find shelter and food in the vegetation.

A green roof on a peat house is a sustainable, aesthetic, and living habitat that supports wildlife and nature.

LOCATION PLAN

REPTILE HOUSE

A reptile house is a type of enclosure that houses different species of reptiles, which can also include various vegetations that provide shade, shelter, food, and enrichment for the reptiles. A wooden seat can also blend in with the natural environment of the reptile house and create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for the visitors. A wooden seat can be a great addition to a reptile house with vegetations.

NATURE WITH HISTORY

Torbiere del Sebino is a natural wonder in northern Italy, surrounded by majestic mountains and rich in biodiversity. It is also home to some ancient buildings that reflect the history and culture of the region, such as peat houses, stilt houses and chapel walkways. These buildings were adapted to the environment and the needs of the ancient people, creating a harmonious relationship with nature. We propose to reference these prototypes of the ancient buildings to design a pavilion that connects visitors with the wildlife of the old days.

The pavilions will connect visitors with the nature and the history of Torbiere del Sebino, offering different perspectives and experiences. They will be made of sustainable and local materials, respecting the environment and the identity of Torbiere del Sebino.

BIRD HOUSE@PEAT HOUSE

A green roof is a roof with vegetation and soil that creates a natural ecosystem. A peat house is a traditional dwelling made of peat blocks with a green roof. The green roof insulates the peat house, reduces stormwater runoff, and enhances biodiversity. It attracts birds and plants that find shelter and food in the vegetation. A green roof on a peat house is a sustainable, aesthetic, and living habitat that supports wildlife and nature.

PEAT HOUSE

The peat house is a unique structure that uses blocks of peat, a natural material extracted from the soil, as its main supporting walls. It serves as a staircore to the Central Path, bridging the gap between the two different ground levels at the eastern end. The thick peat walls and roofs create a cozy and comfortable interior space. The peat house pavilion will immerse visitors in the wetland ecosystem of the Torbiere del Sebino Nature Reserve, where they can observe the flora and fauna of the marshes.

CHAPEL WALKWAY

The chapel walkway is a house-shaped structure that blends in with the wetland environment. It is made of natural wood that contrasts with the green roof and the water below. It offers a place for birdwatching and resting along the Central Path, with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The wooden wall and the green roof create a relaxing atmosphere, while the seats inside provide comfort for the pedestrians. The stilt house pavilion will elevate visitors above the water level of the lake, where they can enjoy the panoramic views and the breeze.

STILT HOUSE

The stilt house is a wooden structure that rises above the wetland on slender poles. Inspired by the ancient tradition of building houses on stilts to avoid floods, pests and predators, the stilt house offers a versatile space for various activities. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching, dwelling and even meditation in the semi-opened interior, while admiring the views of the lake. The stilt house is connected to the shore by a bridge, inviting visitors to a spiritual and contemplative space,

HOUSE

COURTYARD RE-DESIGN - SOUTHERN COURTYARD OF THE CAT BUILDING AT NAIT

The redesign aims to harmonize human and feline needs while enhancing the overall courtyard experience. Key elements include a covered walkway serving as a winter shelter, repurposing footpaths, expanding social spaces, and introducing an event plaza.

CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

MASTER PLAN

TENSILE FABRIC COVER

COURTYARD AREA

COVERED WALKWAY

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

NEED PLANTS

KEEP PLANTS

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

NEED GATHERING HUB

ADD AMPHITHEATER

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

RESIDENTIAL

NEED URBAN FARM add path

EMPHASIZE VIEWS TOWARDS DRIVEWAY

NEED DENSE PLANTS TO BLOCK NOISE FROM DRIVEWAY

RESIDENTIAL

REMAIN LAWN FOR VARIOUS ACTIVITIES

NEED PLAYGROUND

VIEW B

VIEW a Community farm lamp pole @ 10m C/C Activities lawn basketball court playground bench GAZEBO picnic table bench amphitheater

VIEW A - SOCIAL ZONE

VIEW B - AGRICULTURAL ZONE

MULHURST CAMP RE-DESIGNING

SITE INVENTORY

FUNCTIONAL DIAGRAM

WHAT IS HISTORICAL POSTER

MODERN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE?

PHILOSOPHY:

> Response to the changing socio-political World War I.

> Rejected ornate styles in favor of functionality and simplicity.

> Extended beyond architecture to influence landscape design.

INFLUENCES:

> Ancient civilizations valued gardens and parks in cities.

> Contemporary art, architecture, and design contribute to modern landscape principles.

> Sustainability and alignment with nature are key considerations.

MATERIAL:

TECHS:

Louis Sullivan (American) (1856-1924)

“Form ever follows function.”

Le Corbusier (Swiss-French) (1887-1965)

“To create architecture is to put in order. Put what in order? Function and objects.”

URBANISM

Lawrence Halprin (American) (1916-2009)

“Because the quality of living with nature and allowing it to manifest itself is different than the quality of living in a city, especially a dense city.”

Ian McHarg (Scottish) (1920-2001)

“The most important issue of the 21st century will be the condition of the global environment.”

ECOLOGY MODERNISM

Frank Lloyd Wright (American) (1867-1959)

“Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you.”

Cornelia Hahn Oberlander (German-Canadian) (1921-2021)

“I dream of green cities and green buildings where rural and urban activities live in harmony.”

Central Park, USA (1858)

Frederick

Mill River Park & Greenway, USA (2013)

Laurie Olin

Bryant Park

Revitalization, USA (1992)

Laurie Olin

Queens Botanical Gardens, USA (1963)

Atelier

Cubist garden at Villa Noailles, France (1933)

Gabriel Guevrekian

The Barcelona Pavilion, Spain (1929)

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich

Law Olmsted

Dreiseitl & David Yocca

Kwok Sing Ho

Landscape Architectural Technologist

P 780/264 2438

M kstarho@gmail.com

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