PORTFOLIO NINGXIN ZHANG
02 CONTAINER
HOUSE #1
1 0 CONTAINER
HOUSE #2
VACATION HOME LOCATED IN ZEN FOREST
FAMILY SECLUSION IN A DESERT
1 6 UN
DESA OFFICE
ADAPTIVE REUSE OF PEPSI-COLA BUILDING
24 YOUTH
HOSTEL
RECREATION OF HASSAN FATHY’S DRAFT
34 TEEN
LIBRARY
RENOVATION OF NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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FAMILY HOUSE
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ART & SCIENCE
RESIDENCE FOR A MIXED CULTURE FAMILY
RESTORATION OF ANCIENT ROMAN FRESCO
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SWEET DESERT
INSTRUCTOR KEVIN WALZ CONTAINER DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF The aim of this project is to create an interior environment to capture the essence of seclusion using the ready-made containers, which will help the clients to temporarily relocate away from the cityscape and connect with their deeper selves by spending time in these vacation homes. DESIGN STRATEGY This container house allows one to be secluded with their closest family members and friends, but at the same time be far away from the repetitive life in the city. The location of the house could be on a mountain or a cliff to provide a sense of “seclusion.� DIGITAL TOOLS Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop
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Since the container house provides an isolated space for around six people, I intentionally created this bar area to set a second layer of seclusion. Sitting on the bar chairs, clients are free to appreciate the landscape through the long row of windows, take a break in their own minds and enjoy the moment of “seclusion� and peace. SECOND FLOOR BAR
KITCHEN & DINNING AREA
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A SECOND FLOOR PLAN
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN 4
SECTION A 1/2”=1’-0”
SECTION C 1/2”=1’-0”
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SECTION B 1/2”=1’-0”
CONCRETE ROOFTOP GLASS ROOF
MASTER BATHROOM MASTER BEDROOM BAR AREA GUEST BEDROOMS
CONCRETE CEILING/FLOOR
ENTRANCE CLOSET READING/FILM ROOM
LIVING ROOM KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
EXTERIOR FIRE PLACE
EXPLODED AXON 6
LIVING ROOM
SECTION D 1/2”=1’-0”
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FURNITURE
SUGGESTION
LIGHTING FIXTURES
MATERIAL PALETTE 8
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FOREST ZEN
INSTRUCTOR KEVIN WALZ CONTAINER DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF In this series of container houses, I have created three interior environments to capture the essence of seclusion, which will help the client temporarily apart from the cityscape and excavate their deeper selves spending time in these vacation homes. DESIGN STRATEGY The Container House #2 is named Forest of Zen, which suggests that it is to be located in a natural green environment. The combination of materials with different levels of transparency will create multiple experience; for example, the lifted floor from the ground will give one the sense of living in a tree house. DIGITAL TOOLS Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop
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C
B
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FLOOR PLAN 1/2”=1’-0”
SECTION A 1/2”=1’-0”
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ROOFTOP GLASS ROOF
MASTER BEDROOM
WASHING AREA
KITCHEN DINING ROOM
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ENTRANCE CLOSET & LIVING ROOM
OUTDOOR STAIRCASE
EXPLODED AXON 12
SECTION B 1/2”=1’-0”
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SECTION D 1/2”=1’-0”
SECTION C 1/2”=1’-0”
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FALLING LIGHT
INSTRUCTOR ROBERT GARNEAU OFFICE DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF This project is about renovating a single-story workspace (approximately 9,500 SF) in the landmark Pepsi-Cola building located at 500 Park Avenue, in Manhattan, for the offices of the United Nations Division for Inclusive Social Development. DESIGN STRATEGY A series of curvilinear partitions at the heart of the building descend from the ceiling to provide localized enclosures where needed and create a fluid workspace. These enclosed volumes clad in wood veneer are in contrast to the open workstations around the rectilinear glass facade. DIGITAL TOOLS Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop AWARD 2019 Donghia Scholarship $30000 Winner
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WOOD TEXTURE
INNER SPACE
STORAGE LIGHT
The threshold preserves the
WORK SURFACE
descending motion and at the same time maintains the interlocking system. THRESHOLD MODEL
1. FROSTED GLASS 2. TRANSLUCENT VENEER 3. CHAIR UPHOLSTERY 4. DESKTOP WOOD FINISH 5. CONCRETE FLOOR
OPEN WORKSPACE OPEN WORK SPACE AREA
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OFFICE FURNITURE OFFICE SYSTEM DESIGN MATERIALS
ENTRANCE These studies are based on the column structure of the existing site.
It
combines
the
multi-
functions such as shelves and office table tops. Besides, the curves mainly forms as partitions
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such as sound absorbing panels, visual divisions and semi-private
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partitions. The modular systems drop from the ceiling and all the opaque partitions do not touch the 3
office floor.
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MATERIAL PALETTE
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A
B
FLOOR PLAN
SECTION A
SECTION B
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1. MAIN ENTRANCE
2.PHONE BOOTH
3. MAIL / DELIVER ROOM
4. LOBBY / RECEPTIONS
5. MOTHER’S ROOM
6. AUDITORIUM
7. CLASSROOMS
8. SHARED OFFICE
9. INDIVIDUAL OFFICE
10. CONFERENCE
11. MEETING ROOM
12. GROUP DISCUSSION
13. PANTRY
14. LOUNGE
15. OPEN WORK AREAS
The plan shows the materiality of the original concrete floor
The light system corresponds with the existing building
of the site. Some of the programs such as the auditorium
code and the original light remains nearby the glass
room and conference rooms are decorated with wood
windows. Since a unified education atmosphere is needed
floor stripes and carpets, which add to the texture of the
in the classroom, the square down light system is extended
office interior.
to illuminate the three classrooms. Parts of the dropped
Most of the furnitures are medium gray and white, and
curve systems are organized as light fixtures to illuminate
some of the table tops are made with frosted glass to
the public areas such as the conference rooms and group
increase the richness and playfulness of the visual effect.
discussion rooms. Offices are constructed with down
The black curves mark the existence of the hidden columns.
lights.
The initial rigid form has been changed.
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CONFERENCE ROOM
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RCP
LIGHTING FIXTURE & FURNITURE
PERSPECTIVE SECTION 22
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MIRAGE
INSTRUCTOR ROBERT GARNEAU HOSTEL DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF The hostel is located in a historic building designed by Hassan Fathy in Egypt. The goal is to navigate the desert environment and create a self-sufficient interior architecture system. DESIGN STRATEGY The design mitigates the harsh desert environment by introducing solar energy and ecological machines. It begins as a rectilinear framework and transitions into curvilinear shapes in response to human comfort. DIGITAL TOOLS Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop 3D print file making with SolidWorks and Adobe Illustrator GROUP MEMBERS Ningxin Zhang, Qinyi Wu, ShenyiI Zhang, Naishi Shah, Shelby Bourke
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The design intention is to utilize the space to convey a sense of synergistic effect. These concept drawings demonstrate the possibility of the space accommodating a variety of pipes. The central oculus allows renewed water to function as a natural cooling system.
Upper Left & Lower left (Concept Drawing) : Ningxin Zhang Lower Right ( Lobby Detail Section) Rendering: Ningxin Zhang, Line Tracing: Qinyi Wu
Lobby Render: Ningxin Zhang
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Upper Left & Lower left (Outdoor Dinning Area Render) : Ningxin Zhang Lower Right ( Kitchen Detail Section) Rendering: Ningxin Zhang, Line Tracing: Qinyi Wu
DINING AREA
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CERAMIC YARD
LIGHTING PLAN
SECTION A
Upper Right (Lighting Plan) : Ningxin Zhang Lower Right ( Long-Section) Rendering: Ningxin Zhang, Line Tracing: Qinyi Wu
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OUTDOOR DINING (NINGXIN ZHANG)
LIGHTING WATER
Upper Left & Lower left (Outdoor Yard Render) : Ningxin Zhang Lower Right ( Pipe System Diagram): Ningxin Zhang
FLOOR PLAN B
SECTION B
Upper Right (Floor Plan) : Rendering: Ningxin Zhang, Line Tracing: Qinyi Wu & Naishi Shah Lower Right ( Cross-Section) Rendering: Ningxin Zhang, Line Tracing: Qinyi Wu
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Upper Left (Bedrooms Render) : Ningxin Zhang Lower Right (Furniture Renders): Ningxin Zhang
INDOOR BALCONY 4-BED BEDROOMS
2-BED BEDROOMS
6-BED BEDROOMS
DINING WASHROOM
INDOOR BALCONY BREAKFAST
6-BED BEDROOMS
HALLWAY
Right (Axon): Ningxin Zhang
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ANTIQUITY NOUVEAU
INSTRUCTOR ROBERT NASSAR RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF This project aims at providing a three-story residential space for a Japanese family who possesses a strong interest in Islamic culture and have just moved their house to New York. DESIGN STRATEGY In order to combine traditional Japanese style interior and Islamic architectural elements, the house conveys a sense of holiness with conventional wood materials and the classic Turkish color, Turquoise. The central Dining Pavilion functions not only as an eating area but also conveys the delicacy of Islamic art. DIGITAL TOOLS Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop
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SECTION A
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CHILD BEDROOM
A
STUDY
SHARED BATHROOM
CLOSET
MASTER BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR PLAN
BATROOM (ADA) BEDROOM
DINING PAVILION BAR
ENTRANCE
KITCHEN
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
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SECTION B
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EVENT ROOM
GUEST BATHROOM
LIVING ROOM
ENTRANCE
CELLAR FLOOR PLAN
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1 48” 18” ELEVATION 1 B 54” 16”
15” ELEVATION 2
34” ELEVATION 3
KEY PLAN
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THROUGH WONDERLAND
INSTRUCTOR ROBERT NASSAR LIBRARY DESIGN
PROJECT BRIEF This project is a library designed for both teenagers and children, which creates a dynamic immersive experience of walking through a wonderland of books. DESIGN STRATEGY The center of the carpet is inflated to form a landscape, which is the key concept of the forced perspective space. The carpet is gradually transformed into small units which function as butt support, as well as metamorphic chairs. DIGITAL TOOL Floor plans and elevations developed with AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Renderings developed with Rhinoceros, KeyShot and Photoshop
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ENTRANCE
READING ROOM
COMPUTER BAR
STAIR SEATINGS
MEDIA ROOM TUNNEL
TV ROOM
AXON
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BOOK COLLECTION
A
SECOND FLOOR PLAN
SECTION A
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CARPET TUNNEL
SEMI-PRIVATE MEETING ROOM
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STAIR
B
GROUND FLOOR PLAN
SECTION B 44
THE SEINE (OIL COLOR)
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ART & SCIENCE PROJECTS
SKILLS WALL PAINTING RESTORATION / DRAWINGS / PAINTINGS / RENDERING / MODEL MAKING BRIEF Besides interior design skills, I have studied Chemistry of Artists’ Materials for three semesters. This has endowed me with techniques of pigment making, wall painting, illuminated manuscripts, mosaics & X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF). Participated in the 2017 Pratt in Venice Program, I studied Oil Painting and Printmaking.
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HANDS (CHARCOAL)
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ROOM #1 (PENCIL)
ROOM #2 (CHARCOAL) 48
Sea Monster of Wall painting: Perseus and Andromeda in landscape, from the Imperial Villa at Boscotrecase, last decade of the 1st century B.C., 2nd Pompeian Style 49
The Original Section
The Process before Applying Secco
Technique · Base layer - true fresco · Mezzo fresco (slaked lime after the fresco carbonates) · Slaked lime + egg --- soap binder · Secco on top · Pigments: Egyptian Blue: CaCuSi4O10 Green Earth: K[(Al,Fe-iii),(Fe-ii,Mg](AlSi3,Si4)O10(OH)2 Yellow Ochre: FeO(OH)) Red Ochre: Fe2O3 Lime: CaCO3 + Ca(OH)2 Vine Black: C Madder Lake: C14H8O4, C14H8O5 Observations After applying the first layer of true fresco, the composition turned paler. This changed the color scheme dramatically. To retrieve the accuracy of the original painting, the secco was applied for color correction. Mezzo fresco resulted in delicate and neat highlights. In terms of the color correction, the entire painting appears much more saturated than the original in the Metropolitan Museum. For instance, the lake appears brighter.
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