Yimin Yang is an architecture graduate. With multiple academic and professional project experience in Europe, USA and China, he is interested in discovering future-proof possibilities of adaptive architectural design, combining intersection concepts, cross culture and up-to -date technology.
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YIMIN YANG
Master of Architecture Graduate Master of Architecture 3.6/4.0
2019.08 - 2022.08 2013.09 - 2018.05
Washington University in St. Louis
Chongqing University
School of Architecture and Urban Planning
Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts Bachelor of Architecture 3.4/4.0
UNStudio Amsterdam, Netherlands Architectural Intern 2020.10 - 2021.08
Soyuz Cinema Complex [Competition/Cinema/Office] Preliminary Study, Massing Study, Diagrams, Sections
Bruzzano Masterplan [Residential/Commercial/Hospital] 3D Modeling, Diagrams, Masterplan, Indoor Renderings
Sochi Waterfront Concept Masterplan [Competition Winner/Entertainment/Hospitality/Residential] Preliminary Study, 3D Modeling, Diagrams, Masterplan, Sections
Frisco North Masterplan [Competition/Residential/Commercial] Preliminary Study, Massing Study, Diagrams
Moscow, Russia Milan, Italy Sochi, Russia
Frisco, TX, USA
Tianhua Architectural Design Shanghai, China Junior Architect 2019.01 - 2019.07
Shenzhen Airport Facility Refurbishment [Infrastructure] Schematic Design, 3D Modeling, Scripting, Drawings, Diagrams
Shenzhen, China
Linyi Super High-rise Complex [Skyscraper/Office] Schematic Design, 3D Modeling, Scripting, Drawings, Diagrams
2017.10 - 2018.02
Linyi, ChinaPhone LinkedIn
Hunan Design Changsha, China Architectural Intern Drafting, Schematic Plan, 3D Modeling
LOUIS PASSENGER DRONE TERMINAL
RICA ENDANGERED SPECIES CENTER
HIGH-RISE RESIDENTIAL
The invention of drones shows a great potential of new types of transportation. The first commercially produced drone capable of carrying a human was introduced in 2016. As of June 2021, there are also a number of other companies involved with creating passenger drones and planning to release them in near future. Companies are exploring the use of passenger drones as air-taxis and for air-ambulance services. And passenger drone developers are working to overcome many challenges, including noise, small useful load, short flight times, airspace regulations, and scarce data on both safety and general operations.
Passenger drones can also be a new method for both passenger and distribution. A multi modal drone terminal is designed to boost the traffic efficiency in St. Louis. It has amount of possibilities to be discovered to make the best of its advantages, such as air taxi/airbus center, suburban commuter or even a trauma center attached to the hospital.
The proposal of passenger drone terminal is a transportation hub connected to other stations or airports. While the terminal realizes its original function, the terminal can enhance its role in the city. The connection with the airport and subway station adds to its core function - the ability to be used as part of a multi modal network. As a terminal, it can also be used as a place for public.
Site is selected near the St. Louis Lambert International Airport, with a close distance to the airport and can serve most of St. Louis area within 15 miles, which is a proper distance for the passenger drone’s transit.
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Drone Terminal Lambert Int’l Airport
Downtown St. Louis
The passenger drone terminal is next to the St. Louis Lambert International Airport Terminal 2, by removing part of the existing parking garage building. The new terminal contributes to urban transition as an addition to the domestic / international air traffic.
Facing the Yamasaki’s terminal, the new terminal is the symbol of future transportation. The keyword of the design is Future-proof, connecting the transportation and also architecture with the development of existing ones.
The multi modal terminal can accommodate more functions. Southwest Airlines’ VIP lounge will be integrated with the existing T2 terminal. Medical care support will be combined with cargo distribution at the airport. The public center is the intermediate connection point between the airport and the subway connection.
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AIRSIDE ARR. OB.
The program are divided into three parts. First is the passenger transit area, including Dept/Arr Hall, Airside Halls and eVTOL Area. Second is administration, including Offices and Freight Center. Third part is the public area, serving the tourists and visitors.
Scale 1” =
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1/2”Aluminum sheeting, Rigid insulation Vapor barrier, WP. Membrane
Convector heater Low-E double glazing Gasket rubber, Aluminum header
Stone flooring
Cement mortar Concrete slab
Hanger cable
Steel ceiling beam Wood ceiling panel
Costa Rica is well known for its abundant and colorful wildlife, including several species that are currently fighting for survival. The design is also the part of national ecotourism project, which is a robust industry because the country was one of the earliest adopters of connecting nature/ wildlife conservation with responsible travel.
Located in the forest of Costa Rica, the proposal of design is focusing on supporting the endangered species in the nature, meanwhile, offering visitors a place to get better known of the species diversity in Nicoya Peninsula.
Located on the top of a hill among the seashore of Costa Rica, the building is following the contour, which maximizes the best view of the sea and forest. The wood structure is utilized to interact with the natural atmosphere and the landscape. The interior spaces, which is open to the courtyard, are in the circulation of both pedestrian bridges and ground paths.
The buildings are stilted from the ground, reserving the natural surface and minimizing the artificial impact on wildlife. Layered levels of each building improves the interior natural light gathering and provides better air ventilation.
Each side of the courtyard circulation serves different user groups - east end of the buildings are for public use, including tourist center, administration offices, double height galleries, multi functional space and theater. At the west end of the buildings is for endangered species rescue workers, containing an aviary, wildlife labs, library and workers apartments.
The shading canopy is to enable the ventilation, keep structure light weighted, and also control the light intensity. Balconies are free and open to the nature, also facing the sea. The aviary is next to the rescue labs, which allows the wildlife worker keep the animals for a time to observe.
When travelers approaching Zurich by train, as the main transportation method in Switzerland, High Rise Garden sits among Zurich gateways. This high rise residential also aim to figure out figure out the problem the city may meet- what the buildings mean to the youth, what the benefit they can earn for the city, what troubles they can solve with its function in city.
The proposal is to provide Zurich a different perspective of high rise facade. As people live in this apartment, the activities within could influence the view for the city. Inside the buildings, different types of plans are designed for families with different needs.
Zurich is the hub for railways, roads, and air traffic. Both Airport and Main Railway Station are the largest and busiest in Switzerland. Site is among the railway corridor, showing the urban facade to the visitors and tourists.
The ZVV is a public transportation system. It combines rail, bus, tram, trolleybus, lake boat, cable car and other services in the Swiss canton of Zurich integrating them into a single fare network with coordinated timetables.
A few high rise buildings were built in this historical city, those new built high rise buildings are mostly in modernist international style, such like the highest skyscraper of the country- Prime Tower. Modular design is always a significant practice for all the modern architecture in Zurich.
Apartment
Type A apartments are with double height living spaces. With one bedroom on the first level and two bedrooms on the second level, this apartment is designed for family use. Double space living room also creates a brighter environment for the residents.
With vertical staggered layout of apartments, unique double height balconies are introduced to Type B apartments. These one-bedroom apartments offer a more enjoyable atmosphere for the small size family or couples.
Type C apartments are single height but focused on the interior layout. Flexible bedroom space creates a relaxing environment for residents.
A2 A1
Closet Restroom Bedroom Entertainment space
Kitchen Living room Balcony
B2 B1
Entry space Living Kitchenroom Kitchen Living room Balcony
C2 C1
Entry space Living room Kitchen Kitchen Living room Dining room Balcony
Core Closet Bedroom Core Restroom Bedroom Closet
Core Restroom Closet Bedroom Balcony
Core Restroom Closet Bedroom
Core Closet Restroom Bedroom
Balcony
Core Restroom Closet Bedroom
Bruzzano Health-themed Concept Masterplan
Sochi Waterfront Concept Masterplan
Firefly Park Concept Masterplan
Shenzhen Int’l Airport Infrastructure - Pedestrian Bridge
Shenzhen Int’l Airport Infrastructure - Metro
Linyi Super High-rise Complex
Milan, Italy, 2021 Sochi, Russia, 2021 Frisco, Texas, USA, 2021 Shenzhen, China, 2019 Shenzhen, China, 2019 Shandong, China, 2019
Bruzzano is a district located on the northern edge of Milan. UNStudio and Unipol firmly believe the future of the Milanese outskirts is dependent on projects like the development of the site in Bruzzano: that metropolitan integration and connection of Milan to its surroundings is an essential step towards a sustainable and resilient future of the city.
UNStudio’s proposal for the Bruzzano masterplan competition aimed to define new targets for the city of Milan integrating overarching metropolitan and European strategy. The sustainable environmental strategy could be part of any new city development, thus, carbon neutrality targets, biodiversity, urban climate resilience and life quality are base targets that the design aims to achieve.
The concept masterplan for the development of Sochi Waterfront sees the Russian Black Sea coast become SoCo: the ultimate destination, designed to create opportunities for locals and attractions for visitors. SoCo is a revitalizing leisure resort that celebrates a healthy life, provides grades of luxury, fun, and glamour, as well as unique adventures and memorable experiences.
Location Sochi, Russia Time 2021.03 - 2021.04
Mixed-used, Entertainment, Resort, Commercial, Marina
winner
Responsibility Design (Teamwork), Modeling, Diagrams
Firefly Park, slated to break ground in 2023, is a mixed-used development with 2,200 luxury residential units, 4.75 million square feet of commercial office space and 380,000 square feet of retail. The development is located next to 230 acres of nature preserve that includes a creek, water ponds, trails and playgrounds.
The renovation design is for refurbishing the airport surrounding infrastructure. The proposal is to renew the entrance gate of Shenzhen, offering the visitors and tourists an unique experience.
The design covers the original pedestrian bridge with a light and soft skin, bringing vitality to Shenzhen Airport Highway.
The renovation design is for refurbishing the airport surrounding infrastructure. The proposal is to renew the entrance gate of Shenzhen, offering the visitors and tourists an unique experience.
The design is located at the metro tunnel entrance, which leads the metro track from elevated to underground. Vegetationcovered surface merges the entire structure into the landscape design by AECOM.
Linyi Super High-rise Complex is located at riverbank of Yihe river. The skyscraper close to the city center builds landmark for the city.
The lower levels and the podium is commercial retail opened to the public, the upper levels are private offices for rent.
