WILL PRIVITERA
architecture & urban design
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Curriculum Vitae About Me - Completed an intensive architectural design programme at Parsons in New York City, USA - Varied work experience in architectural and urban design, and project management - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and Architecture, specialising in urban design Education
June 2013 PARSONS SCHOOL FOR DESIGN, New York, USA Summer Intensive Programme, Architectural Design, awarded October 2000 - June 2005 UNIVERSITY OF MALTA, Malta B.E. & A. (Hons), Engineering and Architecture, awarded
Professional Experience
March 2012 - August 2013 Project Architect, CITY GATE PROJECT, Valletta, Malta Project architect responsible for cladding works on Renzo Piano’s new parliament building in Valletta. Responsibilities included the compiling of safe work method statements, site supervision, quality control, procurement management and architectural drawings management. August 2010 - March 2011 Project Architect, NEW US. EMBASSY COMPOUND, Ta’Qali, Malta Project architect responsible for the supervision of works awarded to local contractors Mediterranean Building Finishes Ltd, including construction, plastering, painting, plasterboard and carpentry installations. July 2008 - September 2009 Architect, Arch. NICHOLAS SAMUT TAGLIAFERRO, Malta Architect responsible for several commercial, residential and industrial projects with an established architecture firm. Responsibilities included the production of proposed designs, compiling of drawings required for local planning purposes, site surveying and drafting as-built drawings, quantity surveying and the compiling of tender documents and packages. October 2005 - May 2008 Architect, MATTHEW J. MERCIECA DESIGN ARCHITECTS, Malta Architect responsible for the design, detailing and supervision of various projects. Responsibilities included the drafting of concept and presentation drawings, working drawings packages, quantity surveying, construction financial management and quality control.
Digital
ACAD Architecture (proficient) Rhino (proficient) Photoshop (proficient) InDesign (proficient) Dreamweaver (intermediate) Illustrator (beginner)
Warrants & Accreditations
Architect & Civil Engineers’ Professional Warrant, Malta Member, Malta Chamber of Architects
p r o fe s s i o n a l projects 2014
V18 Monument Competition, Valletta, Malta
2012 - 2013 City Gate Project Valletta, Malta 2010 - 2011 US Embassy Compound Ta’ Qali, Malta 2008 - 2009 Apartment re-design Valletta, Malta (MJMDA) 2007 - 2008 IGMS offices Sliema, Malta (MJMDA) 2005 - 2007 Residential restoration Birkirkara, Malta (MJMDA) 2005 - 2006 Semi-D extension SPTT, Malta (MJMDA)
V18 Monument Competition A design competition launched by the Valletta 2018 Foundation for the design of a monument commemorating Valletta’s European Capital for Culture in 2018. The proposal was carried out in collaboration with local graphic designer Adrian Gauci as his consultant architect and urban designer. The site comprised of an unused patch at the junction between the busy thoroughfare St. Anne Street and Gerolmu Cassar Road which leads to the Auberge de Castille, the house for the Office of the Prime Minister. The sensitivity of the site was attributed to the two nearby monuments, the phallic War Memorial commemorating the fallen during WW2 and the delightful watch tower at the edge of St. James Counter guard.
Valletta, Malta in collaboration with Adrian Gauci January 2014
concept sketch
axonometric view
The proposed design included the excavation of the site in order to immerse the pedestrians below street level, in an attempt to isolate them from the busy street above, whilst still being able to admire the two adjacent monuments. The intervention was to include a mural formed from locally procured limestone, cut to form a blended inscription IZRAHSAD, a maltese term, promulgating the nurturing of talent for the benefit of future generations. The design incorporated a bench that transforms into the mural which, in turn, re-transforms back into another radial bench to eventually integrate itself with the soft landscaping. We are currently awaiting the final results, which will be announced towards the end of February 2014.
City Gate project
Valletta, Malta Project architect obo. CFF Filiberti, Bedonia, Italy 2012 - 2013
Engaged by Italian facade engineers CFF Filiberti, I formed part of the site management team overlooking the construction of the stone-clad facade for Malta’s new parliament building. The design for the project was awarded to Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW) and consisteWd of the design for a new parliament building, together with ancilliary offices over what was previously known as Freedom Square. In its latter years, the site was primarily used as a car park. Other works included in the City Gate project include the re-design of the entrance to city gate with improved access to the two cavilliers, St. James and St. John respectively on either side of the gate, and the restoration and reappropriation of the old ruins, which were once the Royal Opera House originally designed by British architect Edward Barry, as an open air performance space.
Above. Photo showing the Southern facade of the office building, completed in early 2013, with its iconic shading structures protruding from the central supports. Other photos on previous page (clockwise direction) 1. Western facade of parliament building and offices overlooking Republic Street, 2. Western facade street shot with construction works underway, 3. facade detail western facade office building, 4. Renzo Piano’s design for the new City Gate, completed November 2014 and, 5. a photo showing the second edition of the city gate which was eventually demolished in the sixties to make way for a more austere modernist gate, eventually demolished in 2010 to make way for the latest model.
U.S. embassy compound
Ta’ Qali, Malta project architect obo. MBF Ltd, Malta 2010 - 2011
A new headquarters for the US Embassy; stationed on the Island of Malta. The project was completed in 2011 and I was contracted by local building finishes contractors, MBF Ltd, as their representative project architect. Responsibilities included the supervision of their ongoing works, organising of twenty five on-site personnel, and day-to-day communication with primary contractors, AICI-SP. Other essential responsibilites were quality control, interpretation and execution of works according to construction plans provided which included masonry works, gypsum dry walls and ceilings, painting, plastering and joinery works.
New office building (NOB)
apartment re-design
Valletta, Malta in collaboration with Matthew J. Mercieca Design Architects 2008 - 2009
lighting details
Valletta, a once thriving capital, witnessed a mass exodus of its inhabitants with the news that the war had broken out in nearby Sicily. Following World War Two, Valletta failed to recover and efforts by subsequent governments to increase the capital’s population consisted of a number of social housing projects, which was counter to the upgrading of Valletta’s reputation. However, in the past 15 years, efforts focused around the rehabilitaion of Valletta as a centre for culture, arts and commerce, have resulted in a number of regeneration projects sprouting up all over its historical grid planned streets. In 2007, works were carried out on a 45 square metre studio apartment which included total re-design of its interiors and building services in accordance with today’s living standards.
view of kitchen, dining and study area
living area original layout
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1. kitchen 2. bathroom 3. living 4. bedroom
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final layout
5 2 1
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1. bedroom 2. shower room 3. wardrobe 4. workstation 5. kitchen 6. living
desk/library/storage unit
IGMS offices
Sliema, Malta Matthew J. Mercieca Design Architects 2007 - 2008
office layout plans
construction drawing of staircase detail
Interior design project for office complex located in Sliema, one of Malta’s main commercial and business districts. A project carried out whilst employed with MJMDA, taking on the role as project architect. Responsibilities included detail drawing design, furniture design, building services’ layouts, quality control, project management and site supervision. Project completed in early 2008.
staircase design
Sampusa lane
Tucked away in a winding alley, an old village townhouse was remodelled to accomodate a comtemporary lifestyle. The addition of a floor at roof level, the closing off of the traditional courtyard to unify the ground level into one space and the introduction of varied materials all helped mould the residence into a comfortable living space.
Birkirkara, Malta Matthew J. Mercieca Design Architects 2005 - 2007
staircase design
Semi-D re-model
SPTT, Malta Matthew J. Mercieca Design Architects 2005 - 2006
A family residence located in the suburb known as San Pawl tat-Targa, (SPTT), the brief was to extend the existing residence to accomodate the client’s requirments which included the construction of an additional floor, the re-design of the ground floor layout, and addition of a pool to the back garden. All building services and finishes were replaced and upgraded to reflect a contemporary lifestyle, and make more efficient use of the space available for a growing family home.
master suite design with view of ensuite bathroom
master suite with lighting detail
redesign of back garden, with view of skylight
studio projects 2013
Urban Beach, Parsons New School for Design, New York, USA
2004 - 2005 Marsa Science Park, Urban Design Thesis Project, University of Malta 2003 - 2004 Pembroke Community Centre, Architectural Design Project, University of Malta
Urban beach
architectural design programme SCE, Parsons New School for Design June 2013 site analysis A four week studio project dealing with spatial analysis, model building and site exploration. It involved the interpretation of volumes as spaces, which were developed into a network of rooms connected by circulation spaces and a series of staircases or bleachers, to finally form a functional pool house. Group work consisted of the analysis of Pier 52 along the Hudson River and the presentation of proposals for an Urban Beach. The master plan included three pool house typologies and a number of pools, varying in dimension and functionality, and the design of public spaces along the Pier.
group concept model and sketch for urban beach on Pier 52.
opposite. concept models for pool house design
plan view drawings
section / elevation view drawings
marsa science park
urban design thesis project University of Malta 2004 - 2005
This project sought to regenerate an industrial area that has been abandoned for a number of years. New urban design solutions were introduced, improving the built environment around this part of the island. Social and Environmental improvements were envisaged, as well as the generation a new form of industry in the area. Blue chip industries, innovation drivers, business start-up incubator projects, and a number of other initiatives currently being promoted by regional governement will be housed within the park.
site analysis
Sustainable building technologies, landscaping, and a low density built up footprint were proposed in order to enhance the working experience for its users, whilst also improving the general environment of its surroundings and re-using a row of disused warehouses, that date back to the 1800’s. The site is located at the inner-most part of Malta’s Grand Harbour, which is a strategic location as it is situated along the main national transport routes.
site contour map
concept models
masterplan drawing
perspective views
pembroke community centre
architectural design project University of Malta 2003 - 2004
perspective views
art & architecture sketches
2013
A series of sketches from 2013 following exploratory studies on themes encompassing architectural typologies, both historical and contemporary, urban landscapes, vehicles in movement and the human anatomy. Mediums used include pencil, charcoal and acrylics. The author believes that sketching is the primary tool of the architect, through which ideas and concepts may be communicated. It is also his belief that a deep understanding of the proportions of the human anatomy is essential for the development of excellent architectural design skills.
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