Victor Ohlsson urban design and spatial planning
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Victor Ohlsson Contact: Mail: ohlssonvictor@gmail.com Phone: +46 (0) 707 360 262
about me
education
Victor Ohlsson is my name, Im a 29 yo urban designer, graduated with a master’s degree in Sustainable Urban Design from Lund University and a bachelor’s degree in Spatial Planning at the Blekinge Institute of Technology. Being an urban-entusiast, my interest in how people act in relation with the city consistently motivates me to seek new perspectives of the urban environment. I’m always aiming to improve my skills and look for new tools during work and enjoy taking a creative role in problem solving throughout the process. I’m always interested in new projects! On my free time I like to do some activity with friends, do sports and travel to a new city whenever I can!
2017 - 2019
2014 - 2017
work experience MSc. in Architecture Specialization in Sustainable Urban Design Lund University Bachelor in Spatial Planning Blekinge Institute of Technology
proficiencies ArchiCad, AutoCad, ArcGIS, Skechup, Adobe Design (Photosho, InDesign, Illustrator) Office suites. Windows PC & Mac Os x
2018/ 10-12
Urban planner / Consultant Uddevalla municipality
2018/ 06-08
Intern at the section of city planning Uddevalla municipality
2016 - 2017
Library assistant Library of Blekinge Institute of Technology.
2015/ 12
Lecture hall host Convention for Sustainable urban development. Boverket Convention for Sustainable Urban Development
2012 - 2014
Warehouse worker and duty manager Dustin
2010 - 2012
Warehouse teamleader Frejborg Distribution
2009/ 08-12
Sales assistant Mysafety
contents selected works of my student projects
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Reclaim
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Odense, Denmark 2019 LTH, Degree project
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linear spaces
Following are a selection of -my student projects 2016 2018 Following projects are a selection of myprojects student projects Dujiangyan, china 2018 lth, second year masters 04 - 09
Linear spaces Linear spaces Dujiangyan, china Autum 2018 lth, 2 masters year
2016 - 2018
04 - 09
Dujiangyan, china Autum 2018 lth, 2 masters year
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defining the urban
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angelholm, sweden
Defining 2018 the urban 10 - 17 Defining the urban lth, first year masters angelholm, sweden Spring 2018 lth, 1 masters year
linear spaces
reclaim
angelholm, sweden Spring 2018 lth, 1 masters year
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connecting ystad
Connecting Ystad Connecting Ystad ystad, sweden defining the urban
Ystad, sweden Autum 2017 cultural lth center - 1 masters year connecting ystad
18 - 21 2017 Ystad, sweden lth, first year masters Autum 2017 lth - 1 masters year
05 cultural center 22center - 25 Cultural centerCultural Karlskrona, sweden Autum 2016 bth, 3 bachelor year
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karlskrona, sweden Karlskrona, sweden 2016 Autum 2016 bth, third year bachelors bth, 3 bachelor year
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reclaim integrate, revitalize and overcoming physical barriers
INTRODUCTION. This project studys how a brownfield, that was once used as a railway yard, can be reclaimed and become a integrated part of the city. By breaking physical barriers, connect to the surroundings and extend the public realm this can be an opportunity for cities to activate abandoned areas and recycle what was once an active place. CONCEPT. Focus during this study has been aiming at looking into the specific site and the local situation. The proposal extends the city centre into the site with mixed-use blocks that answers to existing structures that integrates with the surrounding and takes advantage of commercial structures. Improved connections are made into the area and helps breaking a physical barrier by prolonging pedestrian movement patterns. Further on follows the municipality’s goals to become a bigger, environment-friendly, less car-oriented city with interesting public spaces.
site overview
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Reclaim
location year school course
odense, denmark spring 2019 lth, second year masters degree project
reclaim
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design base
typologies GSEducationalVersion
mixed-use blocks on empty lots
mixed-use blocks with existing structures relate to existing structures and create sightlines high rise ”edge” buildings
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high rise ”edge” buildings together with mixed-use block
block implementation The typologies that are being implemented can be divided into four different types. On most part of the site mixed-use blocks are being used, some of them on what is today empty ground and some that togheter with existing buildings create blocks. Along the edges of the railway, high rise buildings are used, and then a few blocks that are a mix of the mixed-use block and the high rise building.
create blocks
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Section showing how the different typologies create the character of the site
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Reclaim
existing street
mixed-use blocks with existing structures
new mixed-use block
high rise ”edge” building
railway
reclaim
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detailed area
high rise buildings pedestrian bridge high rise buildings playground /park
playground / park
pedestrian street
park
square
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public/university building
park
Masterplan
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pedestrian network shared space
parking
with the design bicycle lane clear connection to the park and the central train station
the site gets integrated with the pedestrian city core
ongoing pedestrian re-claiming
park/playground shared space arterial road used to cross the city core
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future possibilities tv2 dk
possible to prolong the connection into the future city campus area and the planned green corridor
the pedestrian re-claiming can create a network that loops within the city core and includes the site shared space
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linear spaces creating a network
INTRODUCTION. Dujiangyan, a city with 650 000 inhabitats, is located close to the city of Chengdu (10 million inhabitants), Sichuan. The site is next to the old town of Dujiangyan. 2008 there was a major earthquake that destroyed large areas of the city. CONCEPT. By creating a network of linear public spaces, the site connects to the surrounding city, creates meeting points and invites you into the area. By enhancing the river that runs through the site, a green belt along the river is created that gives the area an increased connection and creates a green linear public space and guides you throughout the area. In the north-west corner of the site there’s a major street intersection, between the Old town and the site, that becomes an integrator for the area and a natural meeting point.
project presentation
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Linear spaces
location year school course
Dujiangyan, china autum 2018 lth, second year masters urban dynamics
Linear spaces
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concept and toolbox
creating meeting points with linear networks
linear spaces
canals, both public and semi-private
re-invent traditional structures
layers
public buildings mixed use commercial residential
Main pedestrian routs
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Linear spaces
street grid
canals
functions
Masterplan
b-b
a -a
Linear spaces
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detailed area
public buildings < old
town
bus st
op
museum
square
mixed-use, high rise
canal
pond
< old town public buildings
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fountains
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Linear spaces
axonometric view
Linear spaces
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sections
flexible spaces
The first section is showing the different volumes that characterize the proposal, a mix between high rise buldings and mixed-use blocks. here also together with a public building that works as generator for different activities in the area. the Second section is an example of a typical car street between some of the proposed blocks.
The model shows how a canal can have different water levels for water management.
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Linear spaces
The canal and the street becomes more flexible.
If the water level is low, another surface in the canal can get accessible.
Linear spaces
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defining the urban making an entrance
INTRODUCTION. Ă&#x201E;ngelholm train station is located just outside the city centre, where large areas are open and merge into each other that gives the site an unclear character with several undefined places. the kronoforest
the site
central train station
CONCEPT. A dense environment by the train station and throughout the site with mixed-use buildings and more defined spaces, streets and walkways, a clearer city character is made and the area gives you clearer directions and more characterized and defined spaces. Take better advantage of the location of the station which makes the area act as a link between the city centre and the beach and the forest that are popular for outdoor activity.
angelholm city center
location overview
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defining the urban
location year school course
angelholm, sweden spring 2018 lth, first year masters sustainable urban landscapes
toolbox
use the location as a link between the city core and the beach
prolong existing path
densify and connect to existing structures
mixed typologies defining the urban
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Masterplan
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defining the urban
detailed area
layers
functions
infrastructure
Mixed functions throughout the site create opportunities for pe-
The connections to the surroundings are improved by prolon-
ople to meet. Along the railway the buildings contain offices and
ging existing pedestrian paths. Driveable/shared space-surfa-
parking whereas the buildings that faces the main street are
ces within the blocks gives car accessibility although prioritizing
mainly mixed-use, that can contain shops, cafes, offices etc. on
pedestrians. Two new bridges connects to the forest and the
the street level. The inside of the blocks are mainly residential.
walkway along the old railtracks that circles the site are conti-
green structure The riverfront park in the south is strengthened and becomes more defined as a space with buildings that markes its outlines. The part of the forest in the north, west of the railway, integrates with the green paths to create inviters to the forest.
nued on so that it goes trough the site.
defining the urban
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birds eye view
sections Showing the volumes of a new block between the train station and the existing built structrue which gives a more urban impression and contributes with more functions to the area
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defining the urban
Placing new buildings that together with the existing buildings, creates a more private courtyard and enhances the riverfront park by defining the edge of it.
phasing
phase 1 Prolong path and move the main street
alley with row houses phase 2 Densify around the station
phase 3 Define the new streetscape
the train station area phase 4 Connect to the forest and define the park
defining the urban
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connecting ystad to the ocean
INTRODUCTION. Ystad is surrounded with high quality agricultural soil in the north and can not expand that way, there for it is motivated to expand towards the sea. The harbor area between the city centre and the coastline will play an important role in the future progress and development of Ystad. CONCEPT. Integrate the city and the sea, make the site accessible and connect with public spaces and a green spine through the site that ties the west and east green areas of the city together. Heavy winds affects parts of the site, therefore some areas the layout-design is based on decreasing wind. Canals throughout the site helps with water management and together with different parks and public spaces, the harbour goes from grey to green. Providing access to the sea with a public realm that prioritize pedestrians and encourage diversity with mixed-use buildings, the site can generate social interaction.
project exhibition
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connecting ystad
location year school course
ystad, sweden autum 2017 lth, first year masters urban recycling
concept and toolbox Marina
Marina
Water activity
Livable waterfront
Water activity
walkability and accessibility Pedestrian priority
Pedestrian priority
Water activity Minimize car use
Livable waterfront Overcoming
barriers
Minimize car use Urban farming
Overcoming
barriers Recreation
Water activity Minimize car use
Livable waterfront
Water access Public transport
Overcoming
barriers
Water access Public transport Minimize car use Urban farming
Pedestrian priority Parks
Pedestrian priority Parks
Water access
Water access
Marina
Marina
Livable waterfront
Overcoming
barriers Recreation
Public transport Ecofriendly
Public transport Ecofriendly
green spine and public spaces Parks
Parks
Urban farming
Recreation
Urban farming
Recreation
Ecofriendly
Livable waterfront
Water access
Overcoming
Public transport
Ecofriendly
interveawe the sea with the city Marina
Marina
Water activity
Livable waterfront
Pedestrian priority
Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Overcoming
barriers
Water activity
Water access
Minimize car use
barriers
Public transport
connecting ystad Parks
Urban farming
Recreation
Ecofriendly
waterfront walkway on the west pier
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Masterplan
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theatre
industry
camping
skate park square
sports area
beach marina marina
copenhagen
malmo
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connecting ystad
Ystad
Public transport
strategical base
Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Parks
Urban farming
Recreation
Ecofriendly
Marina
Water activity
Livable waterfront
Water access
Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Overcoming
barriers
Public transport
Marina Parks
Water Urban activity farming
Livable Recreation waterfront
Water Ecoaccess friendly
Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Overcoming
barriers
Public transport
Parks Marina
Urban Water farming activity
Livable Recreation waterfront
EcoWater friendly access
Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Overcoming
Public transport
Parks
Urban farming
Recreation
Ecofriendly
Marina
Water activity
Livable waterfront
Water access
Overcoming
barriers
square
green spine that connects east and west green areas future possible expansion area
train station
uildings
office b
public building park
public building
playground
accessible coastline and easy crossovers over the arterial road
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prolong movement patterns from the city core towards the harbour
pedestian bridge playground / Park
Park
barriers
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bring the sea closer to the city
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bring the city closer to the sea
connecting ystad Pedestrian priority
Minimize car use
Overcoming
barriers
Public transport
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train station
Detailed area office building
industry
skate park
swale
public green house
sports field
public farming park
public building
square
boardwalk cafe
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marina pedestian bridge
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connecting ystad
micro climate
Wind
with higher buildings on the outer edges of the pier, the courtyards gets less wind
placing the blocks that decrease wind
greenery and roofs can help prevent wind and gable roofs can increase sunacces
the pier gets a less windy environment
the harbour and specially the pier suffers heavy wind
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Axonometrical overview on the blocks on the pier, designed to decrease wind
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cultural center different impressions
main square
INTRODUCTION. This project presents a proposal for a cultural center in Karlskrona. A building including performance hall, gallery, offices, cafĂŠ and an urban public room, and had to be around 800 square meter. CONCEPT. The narrow street along the plot prohibits you from seeing the front of the building exept from close by. The the site
concept takes its form from this fact. Creating a building that gives different impressions depending on your perspective, wheather you see it from further away on the street or standing closely in front of it. The building is to be located between two buildings, with only the street front facade visible from the street, therefor enhance a welcoming and inviting design on the street level, where the buildings function is highly visible, while the rest part of the building lies on top.
location overview
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cultural center
location year school course
karlskrona, sweden autum 2016 bth, third year bachelors architecture and public space
cultural center
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concept
two different impressions depending on the viewers perspective.
the front facade with a see through-ground floor the courtyard that is a public space is accessible from the street trough an arcade
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cultural center
facade
cultural center
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floor plans and sections
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cultural center
models
models
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models
models
Odense, main pedestrian area course: degree project 1:500
dujiangyan, site model course: urban dynamics 1:1000
angelholm, alley with row houses course: sustainable urban landscapes 1:200
ystad, site model course: urban recycling 1:1000
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contact: Mail: ohlssonvictor@gmail.com Phone: +46 (0) 707 360 262