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collective
03 Weaving Windows
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Red lantern
05 THE INTERSECTION
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Uncover
Village co-op
Unity
playscape
CURRICULUM VITAE TOH HUI WEN Undergraduate +65-90121518 Blk 506 Choa Chu Kang St 51 #08-205 Singapore 680506 tohhuiwen@gmail.com
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
ACTIVITIES
Singapore University of Technology and Design Bachelor of Science (Architecture and Sustainable Design)
(May 2014 - Aug 2017)
Anderson Junior College GCE ‘A’ Levels (Science)
(Feb 2012 - Oct 2013)
Singapore University of Technology and Design Rotaract@SUTD - Executive Committee Club Service Director Secretary
(Jul 2014 - Oct 2015) (Oct 2015 - Oct 2016)
- Service Learning Trip to Lao PDR Member Project Mentor
(Jan 2015) (Jan 2016)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Overseas Exchange) - Took up courses on virtual reality and holography
(Jan 2017)
(May 2015 - Aug 2015) Zhejiang University (Overseas Exchange) - Department of Landscape Design and Architecture Involved in project themed “守拙园”- (‘Jade Hills’). Anderson Junior College Students’ Council (Apr 2012 - May 2013) - Co-Curricular Activities Committee (CCAC) Member - Planning Committee Anderson JC Open House 2013 Orientation Camp 2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TECHNICAL SKILLS
P.A.C Architectural Intern - Jinshan Integrated Resort
(May 2016 - Aug 2016)
COLOURS Part-time Architectural Intern - 10 Typologies of Elder Care: Repurposed
(Feb 2017 - Aug 2017)
Rhinoceros 5.0 \\ DIVA for Rhino \\ V-Ray Rendering \\ Grasshopper Revit 2016 Adobe Photoshop \\ Illustrator \\ InDesign Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
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PLAYSCAPE PUBLIC FUrnitURE AND STREETSCAPE Mentor: CHONG KENG HUA Location: JURONG EAST - YUHUA, Singapore FEBRUARY 2017 - APRIL 2017
This studio aims to redefine the relationships between people and their urban environment. Through community design, we tap on opportunities for intervention in the public spaces of the Yuhua estate, creating conversations between the residents and their streets.
Playing is an essential part of a child’s growth. However, in Singapore where overprotected parents hindering a child’s natural play is a common, there is then a need to create a unique playscape that would challenge the notion of formal and informal play. This site was selected because it is a transitional space between schools, a coffeeshop and a bus stop, where children and families can be spotted.
Observations made at areas of informal and formal play spaces suggests the active involvement of adults. This would one way or another affect the learning process of the children as they engage in supervised play.
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Based on their age groups, children have different preferences of play.
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Basics
More challenges and physical involvement
Small steps and achivements
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Proportions of a child and common actions they engage in during play/exercise.
Modular units of rectangular frames are rotated and scaled according to needs.
Different orientations are utilised for varying purposes and adapted to the types of play.
Units are interlocked to form a playscape ideal for children.
Sections of the integrated play elements.
Play is a way for a child to develop his/her kinesthetic awareness and motor senses. They are able to forge bonds with people around them when playing, develoing social skills like negotiation through interaction during play. Having an integration of mixed elements with climbing, crawling, jumping and more actions encourage more inventive and exciting forms of play. Various elements appeal to different age groups and this ‘urban jungle’ of playscape creates progressive play for children.
A modern playscape that complements traditional playgrounds around the area. It is also situated near a secondary school which could attract potential users when the students walk past to travel to a bus stop in the vicinity.
2 images above shows participatory workshop conducted on 13 April 2017 to gather residents’ feedback and comments on simplified design.
Chamfered edges
Chamfered edges make it a much safer environment for children.
Feedback received was targetted towards providing chamfered edges for safety of children and elderly. As well as to have inclusive fittings that cater to varying audience. It provides opportunities for users of all ages to interact with one another while at play. Guardians, instead of simply constantly looking out for the children, can now be also engaged in physical activities at the same time.
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Collective Residential Urban Living Mentor: Ermanno Cirillo Location: Kallang, Singapore October 2016 - December 2016
In this brief, students are to challenge the paradigms of urban housing. Over the years with rising demands and expectations of housing in Singapore, we are to be prepared to embrace the challenges of DIVERSITY, DENSITY and CONNECTIVITY.
In a country like Singapore where land is scarce, it is crucial how we mediate the spaces between the different users. A term coined by Oscar Newman - ‘Defensible Spaces’, could give a fresh perspective on how we could relook at high density urban living and utiilise the space around us as efficiently as possible. In this project, we question the definition of private boundaries and home as an enclosure.
DEFENSIBLE SPACES A concept developed by Oscar Newman in 1972. It means the creation of a zone of influence and ownership, whereby people feel like they own the place and would protect it through surveillance and regular operation. An informal understanding amongst its users is forged as to who is responsible over the territory.
CONCEPT DIAGRAMS
We challenge the paradigms of living and to question the threshold between being responsible over a space or not.
Offices Industrial Residental Mixed-use Commercial Hotels Educational Institutions
Common living within a single unit
Units are pulled apart, an extended area of influence appears
The idea of a physical space and a 'perceived' space arises
The continuous system generates a mat geometry which creates multiple courtyard spaces between back-to-back units.
MASSING
Massing direction responds to the linearity of the adjacent building and the height of the building is kept minimal to maintain a human scale.
Accesibility to the units are through the main lift cores located at different sections of the linear block. Alleys to the different blocks are arranged in a grid format to ensure ease in wayfinding.
An open circulation on the ground floor for residents of the site as well as other housing blocks in the vicinity.
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A public space on the ground floor that creates a safe defensible space for children to roam. Visual interactions are also indirectly formed between residents and the public.
Unit Type C
Unit Type B (with duplex)
Unit Type B (with duplex)
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UNIT TYPES A
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The live-and-work concept goes well with duplex apartment where there can be clearer separation between actual residents and employees who use the working space within the unit.
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WEAVING WINDOWS BAMBOO ARCHITECTURE Mentor: FELIX RASPALL, FELIX AMTSBERG Location: baizhang village, hangzhou, China JUNE 2017 - august 2017 PAIR WORK This studio focuses on bamboo as a material and to examine its potential in form, space, typology, structure and culture. Studio trips are conducted to understand more about existing bamboo architecture, and to collaborate with the authorities at Baizhang village, Hangzhou to design a bamboo structure suited for their town which specializes in bamboo crafts.
Baizhang is a village surrounded by numerous bamboo forests and natural landscapes. Xikou Cultural Village will be a new development in Baizhang which focuses on encouraging visitors to engage in traditional cultural activities. This can also serve as a platform for bamboo craftsman to showcase and share their expertise in bamboo crafts making. To add an interesting flavour to the street, we propose a piece of parametrically designed bamboo architeture blended with a landscape garden.
PRECEDENT STUDY
编景
The Children Activity Learning Center // 24H Architecture
A manifestation of layers of material coming together intertwined and held together, mutually supporting one another, forming part of a larger, stronger structure
Thatched Roof
Upper Gridshell
It is a concept that can be extended into culture, construction and architecture. It can also be translated between numerous scales from bamboo crafts to large structures.
Weaving Explorations OBTUSE Rooms
Stairs PERPENDICULAR Lower Gridshell
CROSS-OBTUSE Structural supports
Terrain
Titled ‘The Den‘ this center is an ecological symbol for the island. Inspired by nature‘s underwater world, a manta ray form is conceived. This organically-formed structure enhances the learning experience of the child with its dynamic spaces within the centre. The structure is a playful form that can interact and communicate with the children within the center, making the entire play experience very three dimensional. Its form from the exterior speaks little of the complex spaces inside, allowing the children avenues for exploration and imagination.
PARALLEL
BAIZHANG SITE
OBTUSE
PERPENDICULAR
CROSS-OBTUSE
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GRASSHOPPER PARAMETERS Utilizing grasshopper codes, several parameters are set to control the shape and size of the openings. The size of openings allows for framing of landscape views.
Shifting locations of base supports
Crossed Intersection
Angle from Centre of Loft
Angle = 45°
Angle = 60°
Angle = 80°
No. of Bamboo = 10
No. of Bamboo = 14
Density of Bamboo
No. of Bamboo = 6
Size of Roof Opening
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Degree of Twisting
Angle = 45°
Angle = 0°
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Increased Curvature
LANDSCAPE DIAGRAMS
A. Lake
B. Pavement
C. 4 Structures
The lake disappears and appears throughout the journey, giving more playful character to this calm water body.
Meandering, shorter and longer paths allow users to discover and have different views at every turn.
The 4 structures are part of a journey for visitors to transit from their hectic lifestyles to a slower pace of life through the beauty of bamboo weaving.
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1. GALLERY 1 Galllery 1 is the closest to the road, and hence appears to be closed and rather inward looking to allow for visitors to transit into a more secluded zone. The different levels within the gallery is used to direct views between the spaces and within the spaces, allowing users to focus their attention on either the views outside, or the bamboo products inside.
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1. GALLERY 1 2. GALLERY 2 3. WORKSHOP 4. VIEWING PAVILION
3. Borrowing View Bamboo artefacts are placed against a background and capiitalizes on the existing scenery.
1. Framing View The opening formed by the weave frames the landscape like a picture.
2. Supressed Views To be partly hidden from view and to have a sudden reveal of a large expanse of space.
GALLERY 1 SECTION
4. Drawing in Views Bringing the view to the user by providing an open pavilion.
GALLERY 1 AXONOMETRIC The membrane is created through Weaverbird with points on the bamboo structure as anchors. It is created to be transparent so the users both within and outside the building can appreciate the weaving patterns.
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RED LANTERN Luminaire design module: Daylight and electric lighting Mentor: J. Alstan jakubiec February 2017 - March 2017 Pair work Using concepts on electric lighting and human perceptions of light taught in class, a luminaire is to be designed and fabricated. Students are to analyze each iteration and attempt simulations, physical models and any other appropriate methods to drive the design process.
When the luminaire is placed in a setting of a hostel room, the mood of the room changes. The role of the luminaire here goes beyond serving as a light to illuminate other objects , but instead it now becomes the object of attention. Designed to possess an interactive element, users can engage with the luminaire through compressing and expanding it, thereby controlling the light intensities and distribution of the lamp.
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Maximum Candela = 124 Located At Horizontal Angle = 360, Vertical Angle = 165 # 1 - Vertical Plane Through Horizontal Angles (360 - 180) (Through Max. Cd.) # 2 - Horizontal Cone Through Vertical Angle (165) (Through Max. Cd.)
Maximum Candela = 92 Located At Horizontal Angle = 30, Vertical Angle = 175 # 1 - Vertical Plane Through Horizontal Angles (30 - 210) (Through Max. Cd.) # 2 - Horizontal Cone Through Vertical Angle (175) (Through Max. Cd.) # 3 - Horizontal Cone Through Vertical Angle (20) # 4 - Horizontal Cone Through Vertical Angle (25) # 5 - Horizontal Cone Through Vertical Angle (30)
Photometric Toolbox Professional Edition - Copyright 2002-2015 by Lighting Analysts, Inc. Calculations based on published IES Methods and recommendations, values rounded for display purposes. Results derived from content of manufacturers photometric file.
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For both figure A & B; 1. Cloud display of luminance values (left) 2. IES rendering of light (top right) 3. Luminaire polar charts (bottom right) blue - vertical plane red - horizontal cone
Photometric Toolbox Professional Edition - Copyright 2002-2015 by Lighting Analysts, Inc. Calculations based on published IES Methods and recommendations, values rounded for display purposes. Results derived from content of manufacturers photometric file.
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From the cloud display, the luminance value for the extended form is relatively lower than the compressed form as light rays are more concentrated thus having a more compact cloud display. The polar charts also suggests that the luminaire acts more as an upward lighting. Based on the 3D luminous intensity diagram above, the extended form also shows a significant decrease in the overall luminous intensity of the luminaire. The volume between the red and green form above shows an example of the level of control the users have over the luminaire.
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THE intersection Daylighting in gathering space module: Daylight and electric lighting Mentor: J. Alstan jakubiec march 2017 - april 2017 Pair work The intent of this project is to design a space with considerations of natural lighting and the qualities it could bring about within the space. Similarly, the design process also consists of analysis of simulations, visualizations and physical modelling.
This space is designed to be a crematorium. The aim is to explore how the intersection between the ground plane and vertical walls translate to the interfaces between dark and light spaces formed by shadows. Visitors reconcile with their feelings of loss as they transverse through this passage of changing light spaces, symbolising the ephemeral nature of life.
The position of the vertical walls relative to one another translate to the interfaces between the dark spaces and light spaces formed by shadows.
(Visualizations and false colour analysis in December, 5pm)
An experimentation between concrete (above) and black granite (below) as materials for the structural walls are used to test out the impact of a material’s colour on the lighting. Even though the visualization does not show accurately the changes in lighting qualities, the false colour analysis proves that the black granite was effective in reducing the overall lighting values within the space. The black granite walls have slightly more diffused lighting as well, which could potentially provide a more solemn and repressed environment suitable for a crematorium.
ANNUAL DAYLIGHT ANALYSIS 1
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The climate based annual daylight analysis shows alternating light and dark spaces within the main circulation path. The periphery is seen to be overlit with >3000lux, but is only often occupied by visitors for short periods of time, and is thus acceptable. As seen in the hourly data of several grid points below, different levels of lighting vary throughout the day and year, and visitors can experience an array of lighting qualities. This allows people to have the autonomy to decide the conditions for their personal contemplation and reflection. 1
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DIVA SHADOW ANALYSIS The shadow analysis shows the darkest and brightest locations throughout the day. The praying rooms are observed to have the lowest light incidence.
Hourly data at specific grid points on annual daylight analysis
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MIXED-USED RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX module: Building Information modelling Mentor: Gerard heng november 2016 - december 2016 group work We are assigned to use BIM to create a multi-story mixed usage development of a campus complex, and to design the housing blocks within the complex to some detail. Furniture families are also integrated into the interior design of the resident rooms.
To bring closer the ties between students and faculty, it is essential to have communal areas connecting and bridging them together, providing a common space and corridor of interaction and communication. Residential units are shared between 2-4 students to promote greater friendships and possibly a positive culture of study groups.
Blocks are oriented and situated apart from one another to maintain some level of privacy for the residents. Distance between blocks also encourages active uses of open spaces.
A continuous stretch of communal areas attached with function rooms, entertainment and leisure rooms can boost opportunities for meet-ups and get togethers with friends and colleagues, as well as ease of accesibility between each communal space.
Residential towers promote active wind flow and cross ventilation between the buildings which keeps the ground floor and rooms windy.
Bedroom types: Double bunk beds (top left) Single bunk bed (top right) Studio apartment (bottom)
BIM FAMILIES
1. Sofa Parameters: - Width, height, depth of sofa - Height, size of footing
2. TV Console Cabinet Parameters: - Width, height, depth of cabinet - No. of compartments - Dimensions of side drawers
8 Double bunk-bed Apartments
2 Studio Apartments
8 Single bunk-bed Apartments
3. Double bunk bed Parameters: - Width, height, depth of mattresses and beds - Sizes and dimensions of pillows - Dimensions of staircase
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UNCOVER Satellite campus - sutdx Mentor: Jackson Tan Location: Dhoby Ghaut, Singapore march 2016 - april 2016
This project is a satellite campus extension of SUTD into the city. Common educational facilities are expected and it should promote the spirit of learning and sharing of knowledge. The building woud also be effectively integrated into the busy streets of Dhoby Ghaut.
The site is situated in a busy part of the town, where it faces existing educational institutions. However, through the journey of ‘Uncover’, it aims to enrich users with the notion that discovery and learning could come at unexpected chances and encounters. The process of gaining knowledge is never a predetermined one and can come in very many different forms.
School of the Arts (SOTA)
Rendezvous Hotel
The Cathay
Singapore Management University (SMU)
YMCA
Dhoby Ghaut MRT
Orchard Presbyterian Church
Wesley Methodist Church
Site vistas of views across the site are observed as there is a direct views to The Cathay's entrance from the bus stop opposite the road.
The Cathay
The Cathay
SOTA
SOTA
Orchard 22
Orchard 22
Rendezvous Hotel
Rendezvous Hotel Dhoby Ghaut MRT
Dhoby Ghaut MRT Orchard Presbyterian Church
Orchard Presbyterian Church
SMU YMCA
SMU YMCA
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Human traffic suggests that the busiest side of the road lies north of the site, and the most accesible junction to site is located northwest.
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Vehicular traffic shows heavy traffic also on the north side of site and rather significant traffic from all directions surrounding the site.
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Certain views are maintained whilst different portions of the land are pulled up to different heights which cater to the programmes tucked underneath. Bump up the entire site
Depress line of sight of vistas
GROUND LEVEL
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Outdoor Cafe Indoor Cafe Classroom 1.1 Admin Office 1 Exhibition Gallery Classroom 1.2 Performance Space Lecture Theatre 1 Classroom B.1 Admin Office 2
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Discussion Room B.2 Exhibition Admin Offi ce 3 Workshop B.3 Lecture Theatre 2 Classroom B.4 Classroom B.5 Admin Offi ce 4 Classroom B.6
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VILlage Co-op reimagining senior living Office: colours & lien foundation publication Mentor: chong keng hua Location: punggol - coney island, singapore feb 2017 - August 2017 This project aims to reinvent Singapore’s strategies towards Eldercare facilities as we progress towards an aging population. In the office, we each tackle 1 out of the 10 typologies proposed, challenging ways in which the elderly can lead a happier, better life even as they age.
Coney island is a nature park nested away from the bustle of city life. Currently still underdeveloped, this island becomes an ideal location for residents looking for a home away from home. Building their own communities against this rustic background, ‘Village Co-operation’ is created for elderly cluster living where residents are empowered with a sense of duty as they engage in self sustainable activities.
Inspiration had been drawn from the old ‘kampong’ houses of the old Singapore, where villagers live interdependently and cultivate a sense of care and concern for one another, what they would call the ‘kampong spirit’. In Village Co-op, the the different types of houses cater to the elderly’s personal preferences whilst assessing their physical capabilities. Reminiscent of the old days, they are engaged in rural activities and live as one with the nature around them.
Cooking Source of food
Sustainable survival
Fishing
Farming
VILLAGE
ZONES
CLUSTER
HOME
PLANS Level 1
Level 2
Fishing Cooking
Fishing Cooking
Farming
Farming