HYDROPONIC VERTICAL FARM AND HOUSING FACILITY
WALLINGFORD URBAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
SAIGON PORT TERRACE HOUSING
SHIPYARD OFFICE BUILDING
A SHELTER BY THE STREAM
TRAVEL SKETCHES
MODEL MAKING
PARAMETRIC DESIGN
architecture
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THE SPINE - USCG MUSEUM SoDo, Seattle Studio project 2016 - Individual work
THE SPINE - USCG MUSEUM
The project is aimed at accommodating the need for commercial expansion into the water front area, while celebrating the s site’s industrial root. Throughout the development’s history of the site, the railroad track running parallel to the port has been the major determinant of the urban fabric here, acting as a “spine” in the development pattern. The building concept employs the metaphor of the spine as a way to embrace the industrial aspect through the use of steel structure.
THE SPINE - USCG MUSEUM
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PARTI DIAGRAM
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PRIVATE Banquet Hall Research Center USCG Office Training Facilities
PUBLIC Observation deck Museum
Private Entry
STRUCTURE DIAGRAM
Public Entry
CIRCULATION DIAGRAM
Coffee shop
Office Lobby
PROGRAM DIAGRAM
HYDROPONIC VERTICAL FARM AND HOUSING FACILITY
HYDROPONIC VERTICAL FARM AND HOUSING FACILITY Capitol Hill, Seattle Studio project 2015 - Individual work The Hydroponic Vertical Farm and Housing Facility project is a direct response to the homeless crises in Seattle by providing a safe living environment where young adults can work and be trained for the job market. It addresses the need for privacy and individuality of this population, at the same time fosters social interactions through the design’s spatial configurations.
Basic bedroom = 8’ x12’ 2 bedrooms combined with a bathroom 2 bedrooms with bath form a housing unit
explore different unit configuration for views and shared spaces
stacking
housing units formed around shared space
UNIT PLAN - LOWER LEVEL
UNIT PLAN - UPPER LEVEL
HYDROPONIC VERTICAL FARM AND HOUSING FACILITY
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1ST FLOOR PLAN
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2ND FLOOR PLAN
WALLINGFORD URBAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Downtown Seattle is currently the main hub for cultures and arts, based on the concentration of art galleries and performance centers in this area.
MAPPING OF SEATTLE’S ARTS FACILITIES SEATTLE ART SCENE
WALLINGFORD URBAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS Studio project 2012 - Individual work This project aims at creating a cultural hub for different groups of people in the community to come together and foster the arts in Seattle area. The facility provides affordable studio spaces, exhibit spaces and performing stages for local artists. The key idea for this concept is the convergence of the different cultures that shape Wallingford community. Through cultivating the cultural scenes in Seattle, this building acts as a catalyst for the city’s urban development.
WALLINGFORD
I-5 0.8 miles
Aurora Ave/ Highway 99 0.3 miles
Wallingford area has the potential to flourish into the next urban hub for arts and culture, with a vibrant art scene of local galleries.
University of Washington 1.3 miles
OPEN TO PUBLIC, CONNECTION TO STREETS
Downtown Seattle 3.1 miles
QUIET SETTING, LIMITED ACCESS
CENTRAL SPACE
Downtown Seattle 4 miles
The new urban center will empower the local community and generate new formal/ informal economies for the neighborhood
Low-rise Commercial Zone Single-Family Housing Zone PUBLIC ART
School Zone
ARTIST STUDIOS AND GALLERIES DANCE STUDIOS
Site context 0’
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Woodlawn Ave N
Interlake Ave N
Stoneway N
WALLINGFORD URBAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
NE 45th St
CLASSROOMS
COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER
NE 44th St OFFICES
CAFETERIA
STUDIO SPACES
space frame GALLERY
metal fabric skin
glazing
Program
steel framing suspended structure
vertical circulationn
wood platform at ground level Massing
Spatial Operation
basement studio space Reference Images for the building’s skin
THIRD FLOOR PLAN
CLASSROOMS/LIBRARY OFFICES PUBLIC SPACES KITCHEN/ FUNCTIONAL AREAS STUDIO SPACES
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SECOND FLOOR PLAN
400’
200’
FIRST FLOOR PLAN
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ENTRANCE
VIEW FROM PARK
BASEMENT STUDIO
WALLINGFORD URBAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Interior view from the cafeteria space, the central space of the building where people in the community gather to exchange ideas and make connections.
Interior view from the lounge area on 2nd floor with the staircase connecting the 3rd floor.
Semi-open
Closed
Semi-open Closed
Semi-open Closed Open
SAIGON PORT TERRACE HOUSING
SAIGON PORT TERRACE HOUSING
Massing
Work project at RSP 2014 - Individual work
Interlocking Closed
Semi-open
Interacting Open
The design for terrace housing project overlooking the river is a part of a new city devepoment in Saigon Port, Ho Chi Minh City. Each team member was in charge of a design for each plot type in the site. I was solely responsible for the concept design of this plot from inception to production of orthographic drawings and conceptual visualization.
Flexible configuration of wood screen and glass for users’ operation in response to wind and sun daylight screen
glass
screen + glass
screen + glass window
breezes
1ST FLOOR PLAN
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3RD FLOOR PLAN
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2ND FLOOR PLAN
ROOF TOP PLAN
SHIPYARD OFFICE BUILDING
SHIPYARD OFFICE BUILDING Work Project at RSP VN - in team of two The concept design of a four-story office block for a Shipyard Company in Vung Tau, Vietnam projects a corporate and dynamic image with the use of strong lines and forms. The interlocking vertical masses anchor the building firmly to the ground while complimenting the primarily horizontal form of the building. I was responsible for the 3D modeling and orthographic drawings.
SHIPYARD OFFICE BUILDING
The slanting facades and sweeping roof form make references to a ship. The large roof overhang offers shade while allowing views to the sea. The east side of the office housing meeting rooms and cafeteria offers expansive views to the water, while the west side is more private for office uses.
A SHELTER BY THE STREAM Studio Project 2010 - Individual work
A SHELTER BY THE STREAM
The shelter by the stream provides a tranquil shelter for a small group of campers in Cleveland Memorial Forest. With a minimal set of materials, the design integrates with a bridge structure that spans across the stream. Occupiable spaces hover over the stream with a clear view of the water and the forest. The dining space is elevated from the crossing path, marking a central space for gathering and giving hierarchy to the structure.
FLOOR PLAN
CROSS SECTION
SOUTH ELEVATION
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view axis
sleeping quarter central communal area
separated circulation space
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TRAVEL SKETCHES
“One ‘s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” - Henry Miller
MODEL MAKING
A study model of the MALMO KONSTHALL in Sweden by Klas Anshelm. This small project was done in group of three for two weeks, where I was specifically responsible for the plaster cast and wood floor. This sectional model is an abstract representation of the spacious interior space lit by 550 skylights to study of the order of construction. Class Assignment 2010 - Team work
This project is an experiment at creating a woven structure from a set of random points generated in Grasshopper, which aims to give the final product an organic look. The challenge of this project is arranging random points into an order system. After that, intersection points are called out to be moved up and down for the weaving appearance. Class assignment 2011- Individual work
APPLY WEAVING PATTERN TO SURFACE
RANDOM POINTS
ARRANGE POINTS INTO SUBDIVISIONS
NON-UNIFORM GRID
WEAVING
DESIGN STUDIO ON VASHON ISLAND, WA The design studio serves as a platform for architecture students and professionals to engage with the community through design projects. The final outcome is a compilation of design proposals at various scales that cultivate the economic and social growth of Vashon Island, which would be under consideration by the authorites and the connmunity. My proposal is to re-use wooden trusses from an old building to be demolished in the vicinity to expand the covered areas of the farmers’ market to accomodate more stalls. The trusses are to be re-inforced with steel cable and chanel for increased structural capacity.
CORNFIELD PAVILION AT ROBERT EDSON SWAIN ARCHITECTS
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
As an intern, I provided support and gained experience through working on this residential project. My involvement includes building code research, material research, making drawing set under architects’ supervision, also handling detail drawings of the fence and trellis.
WENZHOU CULTURAL CENTER AT ROBERT EDSON SWAIN ARCHITECTS The design for Wenzhou Cultural Center in China integrates urban planning and architectural design for a complex of a bank, a restaurant, a medical center, and a library. My involvement includes work on the 3D model and revision of orthographic drawing under architects’ supervision.
WINE SHOP INTERIOR DESIGN - FREELANCE WORK My individual freelance work for a client involves store concept design for a wine and fruit shop of 4m x 12m area with a predetermined spatial organization. The client requires an easy-to-build and affordable interior design. The design features built-in shelves in steel and wood with drop-down ceilings that give a warm atmosphere to the interior space.
CELADON CITY DEVELOPMENT IN HO CHI MINH CITY AT RSP ARCHITECTS I was part of a five-member team for the concept design of Celadon City. The project consists of high rise apartment buildings and three-story terrace housing. Due to the dense development on site, the design focuses on arrangement of buildings in terms of views to the park and over-looking issues with neighboring high-rises. Besides, economic factors are considered when strategizing the housing development type that would match the current housing trend.
CAPITAL CITY DEVELOPMENT IN YANGON, MYANMAR The project is a mixed-use development including three apartment towers, an office tower and a shopping mall podium, next to a 3-winged residential tower complex. I was part of the Project team to develop the existing concept design further into Schematic and Construction Documentation phase. My responsibility for this project includes reviewing of concept design drawings, production of working drawings and colaboration with Engineering consultants.
Vy Phan Thao Nguyen MArch University of Washington Seattle, WA 425-999-7170 vy.nguyen1991@gmail.com