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Academy for the Distilling Arts

Jia Fu Agricultural Center

Lakeside Restaurant

Researcher’s Cabin

Swarm

Re-Frakt

PROJECT 1

ACADEMY OF THE DISTILLING ARTS LOCATION PROJECT TYPE DURATION COLLABORATOR ROLE

TORONTO, CANADA ACADEMIC - MIXED USE 4 MONTHS / JANUARY - APRIL 2019 CO-DESIGNER, 3D MODELLER, PHYSICAL MODELLER, RENDERER

6 | INTRODUCTION

Existing Context

Future Development

Terracotta Cladding

Views from the Site Downtown Toronto

Existing Context Residential Tower

Corten Steel Envelope

Historical Context Distillery District

SITE PLAN

ADAPTING THE OLD AND THE NEW An old dilapidated warehouse sits on the edge of the Toronto Distillery District. Covered in overgrowth, littered with waste, and barricaded to prevent squatters, the site serves as an unwelcome sight to the city’s historic district. In its place, the Academy for the Distilling Arts practises, educates, and preserves the traditional art of whiskey making. This academy includes a small distillery, classrooms, a restaurant and bar, and whiskey maturation spaces where the oak casks are stored. The intent of the design is to use materials and forms reminiscent of the traditional art of distilling. Building upon the historic Distillery District by preserving the original façade while adding modern twists and enhancements. Starting with the form of the structure, the choice was made

to have a novel approach on a classical building technique, the gabled roof. The form undulates, pitching the roof at different angles creating spaces that provides lighting to the interior. On the opposite end, an inverted gable can be found, drawing light towards the building core. Materiality not only serves the role in connecting the inverted forms but also ties in the new addition contextually. The dark aesthetic of the charred wooden shakes suggests the barreling procedure of whisky distilling. Complementing its application through modern construction techniques forms a texture and pattern similar to that of the traditional masonry. Through innovation in form it becomes possible to bring techniques and materials of the old and the new together.

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4th FLOOR

3rd FLOOR

2nd FLOOR

1st FLOOR

MODEL PHOTOS

8 | MASSING

PRESERVE

Creating a central circulation core and adding access points from the base of the historical façade

EXTRUDE

Initial massing strategy of new construction. Fundamental gabled forms, adhering to traditional design

UNDULATE

Integrating the arrangement of existing historical bays to establish visual coherenence of the façade

EXTEND

Sections of the existing building along the North, East, and South façade are preserved for new development

DEFINE

Innovating on traditional forms to suit modern standards of design, light and experiential mass

ILLUMINATE

Promoting natural light penetration in key spaces and spacing windows with reference to historical façade

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LIGHT

Fully glazed façade provids transparency between the interior and exterior

NUCLEUS

Central pond serves as the focal point of the park, contrasting against the rigidity of the main structure

REVITALIZE

Planting of local plant species and trees provides areas of interest for public gatherings and events

SHADE

Vertical louvers offers a distinct aesthetic while providing protection from the twilight’s glare

CIRCULATE

Methods of circulation extend from existing paths to the street using a bridge over the water feature

LEISURE

Seating, art installations, and other amenities are placed along the main circulation paths

10 | SECTIONS + ELEVATIONS

NORTH ELEVATION

SOUTH ELEVATION

W-E SECTION

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WEST ELEVATION

EAST ELEVATION

S-N SECTION

12 | AXONOMETRICS

MAIN STAIR

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RESTAURANT

BAR

PROJECT 2

J I A F U A G R I C U LT U R E C E N T E R LOCATION YI CHANG, HUBEI, CHINA PROJECT TYPE EXTRA CURRICULAR - MIXED USE DURATION 2 WEEKS / JUNE 2018 COLLABORATORS ROLE

TEAM LEADER, 3D MODELLER, RENDERER, LEAD DESIGNER

16 | INTRODUCTION

EARTH TO PLATE During my travels around China, I have explored and experienced the integration and adaptation of the traditional values of Chinese culture into a modern lifestyle. Through my observations, I saw the enormous role that food and drink occupies in everyday life. It posits itself more than just a basic necessity, it has been ingrained as a cultural keystone, deeply rooted in society. As a result, the issue of feeding the most populated nation in the world

creates hugely profitable opportunities for those who desire it. The importance and impact that Chinese farmers place on global socioeconomics cannot be understated. However, heavily processed foods, high chances of contamination, illegal additives and other concerning problems plague the food industry in an attempt to feed the dense urban environments. This Agricultural Centre seeks to remedy that issue by immersing visitors in the agricultural process.

SITE | 17

SITE PLAN

MODEL

18 | ELEVATION + SECTION

R E S I D E N T I A L

Numerous residential suites are available for visitors involved in agricultural studies as well as travellers who wish to leave the stressful urban life and experience the beautiful countryside

In addition to the and a front desk, features a Book Caf dishes with locally

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NORTH ELEVATION

EAST-WEST SECTION

R E G E N E R A T I O N

standard amenities the central lobby fé serving traditional sourced ingredients

Drawing inspiration from the classical design of Chinese courtyards, a central water feature is surrounded by rooms provided for study and research. Advanced instruments and workshops are provided to promote scientific advancement in crop diversity and increased yield

20 | SUSTAINABILITY

RECIRCULATION The client’s imperative was to achieve a minimum Gold LEED Certification in this project, as such, sustainability efforts have been made to each design decision. Featured, is the green roof placed over the research core. This feature is able to reduce the overall energy consumption of the building as well as its use of water. Replicating traditional farming practices of terraccing, the roof form appears seemless along the contours of the hillside. As the local climate is particularily humid and it often rains, the roof garden is able to maximize its rainwater intake.

COLLECTION

The surrounding hillside slopes towards the building to gather water. The gathered rainwater serves multiple functions in the operation of the facility. The primary function is providing for the various types of vegetation planted. Passing through the various layers of vegetation and natural filters, it is then brought into the building for its secondary purpose. Grey water is sent for use in the lavatories as well as the central water feature within the underground courtyard. Lastly, after one final filtering process, the water is sent clean into the local river

DISTRIBUTION

EJECTION

AXONOMETRICS | 21

LOBBY

HOUSING

PROJECT 3 LAKESIDE LOCATION PROJECT TYPE DURATION

RESTAURANT

TORONTO, CANADA ACADEMIC - MIXED USE 3 WEEKS / SEPTEMBER 2016

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SITE PLAN

ENTRANCE

COLD STORAGE

BAR

PREPERATION AREA

DINING AREA

KITCHEN CONCEPT SKETCHES

FLOOR PLAN

RIPPLE The intent of this restaurant is to connect the needs of the chef with the water. Inspired by a local chef, Matt, owner of The Corktown Kitchen, a high-end restaurant that promotes an intimate yet socialble atmosphere. The designated site of Harbour Square Park East is a small park visited by many locals as well as tourists for its ferry terminal to the nearby islands. Efforts were put towards providing views of Lake Ontario. The intent of this design is to establish a relaxing ambience with connections towards the gentle

waters. The undulating roof delineates the space based on public versus private. The lower roof height provides a more intimate atmosphere and as one moves from the tight entrance they find that they are released into the vast space of the dining area, much like being released out into the open sea. In between each of the wavy roof masses are clerestory windows, allowing light to reflect off the rounded roofs and provide ambient lighting to the space.

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1 PRIVATE

The prep area, restrooms, and the main entrance is located under the lowest section for maximum privacy

2 SEMI-PRIVATE

The open kitchen is featured in the second tier, where it is physically seperated from the customers but still allows for visual and auditory connections

3 SEMI-PUBLIC

The shorter ceiling height of the bar proivdes a more intimate atmosphere compared to the dining area

4 PUBLIC

The most open space in the restaurant, the dining area promotes a social environment while also highlighting Lake Ontario and the Toronto islands

PROJECT 4 R E S E A R C H E R ’ S LOCATION PROJECT TYPE DURATION

C A B I N

TORONTO, CANADA ACADEMIC - RESIDENTIAL 3 WEEKS / JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2016

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N SITE PLAN

INTEGRATION The researchers cabin is located downstream in the wilderness of the Don Valley Brickworks Park next to a hiking trail. Site access is limited due to the surrounding vegetation so materials used will be locally sourced. It is intended to provide an outpost where a hydrologist can live for 6-12 months while they conduct their studies of the local water conditions. The design features views towards

the centre of the park for observing the daily changes to the local environment As well as an accessible roof terrace that are multifunction based on the needs of the residents. The research cabin seeks to directly connect all the senses of the researcher with their workplace and environment through the terraces and sweeping views of the park, while providing them with a retreat for quiet contemplation.

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1 DESCENT

Three core masses serve different programming requirements while adhering to the steep topography

2 REFINE

The basic forms are further adjusted to better suit their functions and provide better views to the site

3 EXPAND

Parapets are added to the roofs, increasing the usable space of the small structure

4 BRIDGE

Access to the site is created, both visually and physically EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC

INTERIOR RENDER

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LOCATION TORONTO, CANADA PROJECT TYPE ACADEMIC - INTERACTIVE INSTALLATION DURATION 5 WEEKS / OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2018 COLLABORATORS ROLE

CO-DESIGNER, ASSEMBLER, PROGRAMMER

FILMED DEMONSTRATION

FOR HUMAN BEHAVIOUR Swarm is an interactive art installation intended to provide each user with their own customizable experience. The installation consists of modular panels fitted with colourful hexagons lit up with LED strips. In the middle of each of the acrylic hexagons are ultrasonic sensors that detect the proximity of objects and relays that information to a central

computing unit. Triggering the proximity sensor will cause the orignally oscilating panels to lock to a specific colour. The addition of skill based input enhances the longetivity of the installation as the user is encouraged to dedicate themselves to practise in order to achieve their intended result.

3mm CLEAR ACRYLIC

3/4” CHICAGO TOPS 3mm MDF

3mm MDF

3mm WHITE ACRYLIC

ULTRASONIC SENSORS 3mm MDF

3mm MDF

3/4” CHICAGO SCREWS PROCESS PHOTOS

ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

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MODULATE

Hexagonal masses are attacheded together with a central blinking light and six interactable panels

INTERACT

Activating the ultrasonic sensors causes the pulsating lights to lock on the previous color

CREATE

By locking different panels to various colors, users can create their own design for a customized experience

1 2 3 OPERATION DIAGRAM

OPERATION PHOTO

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LOCATION PROJECT TYPE DURATION COLLABORATORS

TORONTO, CANADA ACADEMIC - INTERACTIVE INSTALLATION 5 WEEKS / MARCH - APRIL 2019

ROLE

CO-DESIGNER, ASSEMBLER, PROGRAMMER

PROCESS VIDEO

REDEFINING PRIVACY Re.Frakt explores the possibility of going beyond the utilitarian form of the traditional partition. Expanding upon the ability of providing seperation of space, this futuristic partition is adaptable and changes based on the environment. Based on the level of activity around the wall, panels will open up to create a more open and transparent space.

As one walks along the wall, a the panels provide views specific ot that individual, creating a unique experience between the user and whatever was behind the screen. This challenges the notion of public versus private space by making them one and the same.

PROCESS PHOTOS KINECT

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OPERATIONAL DIAGRAM

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MODULATE Hexagonal masses are attached together with a central blinking light and six interactable panels

INTERACT Activating the ultrasonic sensors causes the pulsating lights to lock on the previous color

CREATE By locking different panels to various colors, users can create their own design for a customized experience

cable cable

GEAR BOX

cable

MAIN STRUCTURE cable C1

UNIT ASSEMBLY

PANEL CONNECTION