Water, wind, light, soil, rain, all keep whispering their stories to us. The narration and abstraction make landscape just like a beutiful poem, letting audience walk in it and experience their own journeies. The changeable interaction in landscape is mysterious and facinating,which is what lanscape means to me. The works selected include the projects inspired by its own stories and the ones adopting the additional narration. The inspiration contains nature, beauty, and culture, enhancing the awareness of local identity, as well as the connection with place.
YI NING EAINE KU
https://elaine.creatavist.com/
CURRICULUM VITAE
Summary
Ten years of art Training./Two years of working experience with an emphasis on innovative design./Interested in landscape aesthetics and the relation with people at urban scale.
Education
Rhode Island School of Design, MLA Landscape Architecture 08.2014-Present Virginia Polytechic State of University, MLA School of Architecture + Design 09.2013-05.2014 University of California, Berkeley, Summer Session Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning 06,2011-08, 2011 National Taiwan university, BLA Department of Horticulture and Landscape Achitecture 09,2007-06,2011
Internship
EDA international Landscape Acitecture‧Urban Design 06,2010-09,2010
Career Services
Old Farm Landscape Architecture Landscape Designer 11.2011-07.2013 National Taiwan University Lab assistant 08,2010-02,2011
Activities
Animation Workshop Hold By NTU INSIGHT(the Center of innovation and Synergy for IntelliGent Home and living Technology) 06,30,2009-08,18,2009 Open Inno Club Founder and core member 02,2010-06,2010 The Student Association of the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture The Leader of Designing and Communication 09,2009-06,2010
Honors/Awards
Golden Medal The Evaluatin and Exhibition of 100 Architectural Graduation Projects Cross Colleges in North Taiwan. ROC, 2011
Skills/Abilities
Software Skills Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Flash, Adobe InDesign,Corel Painter, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Arc GIS, Vue, 3ds Max, Rhinoceros, Prezi Drawing Skills Pencil, Color Pencil, Watercolor, Acrylic paint, Ink, Traditional Chinese Painting
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Contents
01 Spatial Sequence and Penomenon
Transition, 2014........1
02 Grading and Tidal Design
Weaving, 2015........11
03 Renewal Design
Art Environment Art Living, 2011........19
04 Rainwater Management
05 Geometric Grass Hill
06 Grading and Cultural Concern
07 Furniture
08 Illustration and Painting
2,000, 2013........27 Emerald,2013........33 Naxi Paradise, 2012........41 Topo, 2014........47 Visual Works........51
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The Site is at RISD Farm, Barirnhton. The site is along Providence River, and it has various intresting characters t o st u d y . Sta r tin g to look a t the composition of soil and the related vegetation condition, I tried to analyze the transition within the site. I was interested the area around the ridge, and the interaction with light, wind and sounds. The main concept os to create a space with various transition that directs people and provide different experiences.
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Tansition Landscape design of Tillinghast Farm, Barrington, RI Rhode Island School of Design Instructor: Suzanne Mathew 2015
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Site Plan
The major thresholds are around the ridge and the forest. For me, the most interesting threshold is on the top of the hill. The narrow and shady path could be an indication, directing people to the ridge. Then, there is an open lawn framed by vegetation but people still can see the bay.
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Diagram-Spatial Analysis(Existing Condition)
Hydrology transition: The water will flow faster from the top of the hill to the lower places, and it would stay in the southern area which is a wetland. Topographic transition: From the road, there is a gentle slope toward the top of the hill, and then there comes a down slope to the forest and wetland. The ridge blocks the vision from both sides; therefore the view on the hill is open and becomes a surprising transition when people walk from north to south. In addition, people would walk more slowly when climbing the hill, and faster when going down. The narrow and shady area also encourages people to pass faster. The top of the hill and the beach have high potential for staying and gathering. Vegetation Transition: The vegetation along the road works as buffer, and the trees before slope implies a direction. The forest blocks the view and frames a big transition of wetland.
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Site Plan
Diagram-Parti
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Diagram-Spatial Sequence
Diagram-Vegetation
I would like to create a gate that provides a transition from dense human activity to natural woods and wet land. The position of the gate is around where the slope starts to go down, creating another transition of topography, and emphasizing the compressed feeling when walking through the gate. The classroom is perpendicular to the light at 3 o'clock, keeping it the brightest area. The other wall with gate is parallel to the sea and existing contour line, which is aimed to be integrated with nature. The classroom is framed by stone walls and seats, providing spaces for people to stay. The short stone walls on the lawn become a transition of mix functions area, which could frame and direct the way back to the parking lot. The material of stone have the quality between natural and artificial therefore could be an indication and balance of different types of land use. The quality of vegetation enhances the sequence of close and open spaces. Trees with dense leaves and low branches are planted as grid, creating a darker space and strong sense of direction. When people come in the site from the arrival point, they would be intrigued about what will happen beyond the ridge. Cross the ridge, trees with loose leaves and high branches provide an open space that people could gather around.
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The phenomenon of light at 3:00 pm at the end of October could work together with vegetation, generating similar sequence of light and dark spaces as close and open spaces and attracting people to the classroom. The shrubs are trimmed as curve line that create more interesting space but also follow the same concept about directing people. In addition, the sounds created by them could guide people back to the parking lot. The wind is very strong in the existing site; therefore the new land form and vegetation could create a space with weaker wind that people can stay more comfortably.
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Site Model
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The installation at RISD Farm is aimed to test the scale in real space to understand the relationship with people. We were assigned in groups with shared qualities of our own design concept of this project. We used curtain, pipe, and rope to represent the landform we would like to build. We tried to lift the elevation of land to direct people and movement. After doing this intallation, we could go back to modify our own design with more reasonable consideration of dimension and scale. Installation at RISD Farm Curtain, Pipe, Rope Yifei Jia Yi Ning Ku Qinhe Qian 2014
Installation Study Model
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Diagram-Phenemenon (Light)
Section-Phenemenon (Light)
Model-Phenemenon (Light)
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First I worked on the technique of carving on clay model as inspiration, then I tried to apply this method to the site. After visiting the park, I developed the main concept as weaving, both in 3 dimensional space and plan view, to emphasize that Bold Point Park not only has strong connection with surroundings, but also has interesting qualities within the park itself. My Goal is to weave them together, let people have chance to overlook the whole scene and be embedded in the environment.
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Weaving Landscape design of Bold Point Park, Providence,RI Rhode Island School of Design Instructor: Adam E. Anderson 2015
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Concept Diagram
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Tide Analysis-Elevation 0 (Average Low Tide in December)
Walking within the water The path is embedded in the water, and people could experience the phenomenon created by tide. The path is connected with a soft edge that people could have activity when it is low tide.
Site Model
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Tide Analysis-Elevation 3
Tide Analysis-Elevation 4.4 (Average High Tide in December)
Site Plan
Letting water come in and go out The middle area is a sucken space that could be filled by water at high tide, on the other hand, it is an outdoor gathering space for people when it is low tide.
The project is designed to highlight the tide, and the landscape would be changed by tide due to different elevations. Water will fill up various areas during a day, letting people feel time and nature. When low tide, people can stroll on the beach at the edge of the park, and the middle area could work as an open space or amphitheater. But when high tide, the water will fill up the middle area, creating a pool. The beach is also underwater, and people could walk on the the path within water, experiencing the amazing view. The sections show the the conjunction of pavement area and soft edge, which emphasizes the contrast between them and the strong shape.
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The path is keeping sloping down, and the water will encolse the whule path all the time. There is a door to avoid water coming in when high tide. The windows on the wall work as frame to provide special view. The change of water level also works with different elevation in the site, creating versatile landscape and planting strategies.
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This site is where the Flora expo was held, so the issue is about post expo usage. On the basis of the original land plan, I redesigned it with a new meaning. Government keeps advocating art development, and this is the best place to conduct such idea because there are the art centers, the exhibition pavilions and abundant historical heritage. The concept was that I wanted art works and exhibitions to be out of the buildings and interact with the environment, including light, wind, sky and plants, providing a possibility for art works to present different “expressions” and be more approachable for people. In addition, it is also easier to feel the beauty of nature. I wanted to emphasize both artificial and the nature beauty, and evoked the care of where we live.
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"I love all beauteous things, I seek and adore them; God hath no better praise, And man in his hasty days Is honoured for them." <I love all beauteous things> Robert Bridges
Art Environment Art Living Landscape redesign of the Floral Expo park, Taipei, Taiwan National Taiwan University Instructor: Chang, C. Y. 2011
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Revitalization
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Taipei Story House Expo Theater
Taipei Fine Art Museum
Taipei Broadcasting Station Pavilion of Culture
Yuan-Shan Historical Site Employment Service Office Minglun Senior High
Department of Labor
Yuan Shan Di Cang An Minglun Elementary School
Yuan-Shan Park Celebrity’s Jouse
The Taipei Zen Buddhism Temple of the Rinzai
Expo Dome
Military Polic Command
Zhong Shang Art Park
Surroundings Site
Park Residential Area Public Facility River’s Active Channel Commercila Area
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Funtion Proposal
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Predicted Density
The site analysis, concept development and the design process are tightly related to each other to create a space which is accesible, full of art and culture. This site has the potetial to connect the green spaces in Taipei City, besides, it is designed with different functions. The predeicted desity of usage shows the relationship between functions and design, which results in the final site plan.
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Green Zones System
The brief map of green spaces inTaipei City demonstrates that the site is near the central and palys an important role to connect the adjacent green areas. As the greens can be linked, the ecosystem has greater opportunity to become integrated, enhancing the harmony between wildlives and humans.
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Sections Hydrotype Zone and The Dock
Installed a wind farm here because it near the riverside, and the hydrotype can purify the runoff and discharge them to the river. It also can be installed some light to support water shows at night.
Art Center For Children
Featured the interactive art pieces, and divided into 5 areas as library, restaurant, video room, exhibition space andoperating zone. A castle playground is designed on the hill.
Pavilion For Local Artists
Inspired by the traditional paving style in Taiwan. The independent pavilions can work with flexibility.
Observatory
Is the highest place on the site. People can appreciate and listen to the rain here. Grass waterways are designed to gather rain water.
Layered Lawn
F u n c t i o n s a s a performance platform and seatings. Also installed some touchable art woks.
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Semioutdoor Pavilion
3 stories building, with a green roof and a bridge that links to the Taipei Fine Art Museum. The slanting roof can improve the air circulation.
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"Tears from her wetted breast the splattered blouse Of night; lead-eyed and moist she straggles o'er the lawn" <RAIN BEFORE DAWN> F. Scott Fitzgerald GREEN ROOF
RAINWATER HARVESTER
PERMEABLE PAVEMENT BIORETENTION
REMAINING RUNOFF
COLLECTED WATER
04 The ultimate goal is to deal effectively with stormwater on site. We have provided retrofit BMPs that reduce the total volume of runoff from the plaza over 2000 cf. In reducing the runoff volume we have also reduce downstream flooding and channel erosion in larger storm events. To make the stormwater element more apparaent to plaza users, we introduce the WaterHarvester, providing shade, greening, and enhanced seating to the plaza. Placing these functional and sculptural elements within the plaza symbolizes the contribution of the design programs to environmental sustainability while enhancing and extending the outdoor use of the plaza. Also, this concept can be part of Hokie Spirit Trail, which is a project connecting whole campus.
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LOWERING TEMPERATURE
FLUSHING TOILET
IRRIGATION
2,000 EPA Campus Rainwaorks Challenge Redesign of Burchard Hall, Virginia Tech Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University School of Architecture + Design Abdulmueen Bogis, Yi Ning Ku Advisor: Professor Dean Bork 2013 Mainly responsible for analysis diagram, stormwater management analysis, and calculation
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Overview
Virginia Tech is about inventing the future, so we want to develop and implement an innovative idea. Our rainwater harvister is a structural form that collects rainwater, provides spaces for people to relax, and serves as a support structure for vegetation. The WaterHarvester embodies aspects of the four disciplines of Virginia Tech’s School of Architecture + Design. It has structural and material properties of architecture, can be manufactured like most industrial design products, is an element of the landscape that creates interior spaces when positioned in an array . Since the buildings surrounding Cowgill Plaza house these disciplines, the rainwater harvester creates a symbolic link between our School, the university community, and visitors to our campus.
AESTHETICS
INTERACTION
ENVIRONMENT
BETTER LANDSCAPE
MORE POSSIBILITIES
EFFCTIVE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
‧More green spaces for better quality of space ‧Providing shelters and shades for people to rest ‧Recycling the demolished material as site fill rather than sending them to landfills
‧Comfortable and sufficient seating areas ‧Integrating the needs of different departments around ‧Demostration for education ‧Interesting activities to relax and attract people
‧Collecting water to reduce runoff ‧More permeable sufeces for runoff ‧Green infrastucture for water treatment ‧Storing water for future usage ‧Harvesting water to reduce the chance to be polluted
The Design of Water Harvester
WATERHARVESTER
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35 cubic feet for each storage! 10 cubic feet runoff reduction for each!
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BURCHARD HALL
HOKIE SPIRIT TRIAL
Green Space
Proposed Trial(main) Proposed Trial (secondary)
nation of campus, we identified existing impervious areas and green spaces, showing the sites that could benefit from the introduction of e elements. We also studied the proposed Hokie Spirit Trail project which is intended to link important spaces on campus and become guided walking tour for campus visitors. Cowgill Plaza was identified as a prominent space on campus can easily become a part of the s Plaza forms the roof of Burchard Hall which is occupied by architecture and industrial design studios. This combination of uses creates traffic through the plaza and ensures that Cowgill Plaza is occupied nearly 24 hours and seven days per week during the academic year.
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EXISTING MANHOLE
Stormwater Management
The plan is divided into four drainage areas that we have analyzed EXISTING TRANCH (PLANTER) using the Virginia Runoff Reduction EXISTING MANHOLE (ON THE ROOF) Method (VRRM). The practices EXISTING PIPE SYSTEM shown on the plan are sufficient to (UNDER THE ROOF) PROPOSED PIPE capture and treat the treatment (UNDER THE ROOF) volume. However, achieving the goal of phosphorus reduction would require the addition of permeable pavement in non-rooftop areas during a future phase of plaza renovation. total runoff from the OPENNING OF PLANTER plaza surface will be reduced by 2216 WATER FLOW cubic feet and the phosphorous reduction will be 1.32 lb/ac/yr. The DA 1: 25117 sf WaterHarvesters will capture over DA 2: 10997 sf 300 cubic feet per storm event which DA 3: 11420 sf will be filtered and used to irrigate DA 4: 4624 sf the plantings they contain. EXISTING PIPE
EXISTING TRENCH
Pipe system
Perennials/Herbaceous Virginia Wild Rye (Elymus virginicus) Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)
Drainage Area
Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)
Shrubs Trees
Planting Plan
Planting plan
The Virginia specification allows several alternative templates for planting bioretention areas. We have chosen a combination of turf, herbaceous, shrubs, and Sweet Pepperbush (Clethra ainifolia) trees to provide a more natural atmosphere and to simulate the Green Ash predevelopement condition. (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) Because herbaceous plants grows rapidly they can provide cover for Red Maple (Acer rubrum) the filter area within a short period of time improving both appearance Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) and performance
SITE PLAN
Buble Diagram
Site Plan
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The design enhances opportunies for current uses taking place on the plaza while also encorporating an exhibition space which will become an important stop on the Hokie Spirit Trial. In addition, we have created a stronger center for the plaza which can be used as a stage for events or a platform for various exhibitions. Stormwater is addressed using retrofitted BMPs that are placed with consideration to elevation change, the structure, and utilities that exist beneath the surface. The BMPs include bioretention, rain garden, infiltration and grenn roof. Thirty five WaterHarvester units which realize the fundamental concept of this design are arrayed along the edges of the plaza creating a pergola that defines pedestrian cooridors and creates resting areas.
AESTHETICS INTERACTION ENVIRONMENT
Calculation
RAINWATER HARVESTER 4320 sf
ORIGINAL AFTER impervious area is 47724 sf 84% 38038sf 67% pervious area is 8862 sf 16% 18548 sf 33% total pervious area is increased by 17%
BIORETENTION 4210 sf GREEN ROOF 1042 sf
DA1+DA2+DA3+DA4=52158 sf =1.19 ac Impervious surface 33610 sf=0.76 ac Pervious surface=18548 sf=0.43 ac Treatment volume= P X (Rvi X%i + Rvt X %t + Rvf X %f) X SA/12 X43560 cf =1X(0.2X36%+0.95X64%)X1.19/12X43560=2933 cf Runoff reduction= target rainfall depth (in) X Rv X Area(ac) X credit X 3630 cf
CENTRAL GARDEN (Infiltration) 2620 sf GRASS STRIP (Dry swale) 450 sf
DA 1:25117 sf=0.58 ac Impervious 16999 sf=0.39 ac Pervious 8118 sf=0.19 ac Bioretention 4210 sf=0.1ac Vegetated roof 1042 sf=0.02ac infiltration 1755 sf=0.04 ac Harvester 1234 sf=0.03 ac
RAIN GARDEN 7541 sf IMPERVIOUS SURFACE 38038 sf
1X0.95X0.1X0.8X3630=276 cf 1X0.95X0.02X0.6X3630=41 cf 1X0.95X0.04X0.9X3630=124 cf 1X0.95X0.03X3630=103 cf Runoff reduction is 544 cf
DA 2: 10997 sf=0.25 ac Impervious 6456 sf=0.14 ac Pervious 4541 sf=0.11 ac Harvester 1234 sc=0.03 ac 1X0.95X0.03X3630=103 cf Rain garden 3307 sf= 0.08 ac 1X0.95X0.08X0.8X3630=221 cf Permeable pavement 1915 sf= 0.14 ac 1X0.95X0.14X0.75X3630=362 cf Runoff reduction is 324 cf (686 cf) DA 3: 11420 sf=0.26 ac Impervious 7264 sf=0.16 ac Pervious 4156 sf=0.1 ac Rain garden 4156 sf=0.1 ac 1X0.95X0.1X0.8X3630=276 cf Permeable pavement 7264 sf= 0.16 ac 1X0.95X0.16X0.75X3630=414 cf Runoff reduction is 276 cf (690 cf) DA 4: 4624 sf=0.11 ac Impervious 2891 sf=0.07 ac Pervious 1733=0.04 ac Harvester 1481 sf= 0.034 ac 1X0.95X0.034X3630=103 cf Dry swale 252 sf= 0.006 ac 1X0.95X0.006X0.6X3630=12 cf Permeable pavement 2891 sf= 0.07 ac 1X0.95X0.07X0.75X3630=181 cf Runoff reduction is 115 cf (296 cf) Total runoff reduction 2216 cf Phosphorous load reduction is 1.32 lb/yr * The red one means the ultimate goal will be reached in future
WATER STORAGE
ROOFTOP AREA
Stormwater Management
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ACTIVITY SPACE
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"I woke—and chid my honest fingers The Gem was gone And now, an Amethyst remembrance Is all I own" <I held a jewel in my fingers> Emily Dickinson
05 To emphasize the characteristic of Kaohsiung and the uniqueness, water and green are used as main elements interwoven in space. The ultimate goal is to reinterpretate the image of emerald with tropical plants, which is suitable for the climate in southern Taiwan, refelcts the vivid personality of Kaohsiung people, provides the precious "green" in city, and associated with luxury due to the innate quality of emerald. In addition, the geometric shapes and the fine texture materials make the whole design more polished and urban. The different layers and elevations are designed to harmonize public and private spaces without any solid walls.
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Emerald Landscape design of Luxury Apatment, Kaohsiung, Taiwan Old Farmer Landscape Architecture Co. 2013 Participating in site analysis, concept development Mainly responsible for schematic design
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Aozihdi Park The area is 2,947.62 km2. It is the second most populous with a population of approximately 2.77 million. The Port of Kaohsiung is the largest harbor in Taiwan. The Kaohsiung Rapid Transit was launched in 2008. Kaohsiung is located within a degree to the south of the Tropic of Cancer. The climate is tropical, with monthly mean temperatures in the range of 19.3 to 29.2 °C (66.7 to 84.6 °F).
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Kaohsiung Rapid Transit Red Line
in the southern Taiwan, so the climate is hotter than the northern part, which is one of the characteristics in this place. The site is very near ransit, therefore the transportation is very convenient. There are some parks in this area, for example, Sanmin River Park and Aozihdi Park park beneficial for ecosystem. The whole environment is natural, quiet, and because of these exclusive advantages, it is full of potential class residential houses here. The other specialty of this project is that residents can enjoy the view of "Heart of Love River" when they are Love River is one of the most famus places in Kaohsiunf for its beauty, and best represents the image of Kaohsiung City.
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Site Plan & Light Plan of First Floor
MRT STATION
COMMERCIAL USE
SOFA AREA
LOBBY
ART CORRIDOR
PARKING ENTRANCE
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Backyard Garden
The concept is using the shape of pyramid to create a landform and associate with the idea of valuable germ. The form is cohesive through waterscape, flower bed, and garden wall to emphasize the theme. The details including elevation and view are well considered. Through the horizontal section, it is clear that each pyramid with plants has different heights and shows different sides. In addition, the large efforts are put on how to deal with public space in this private project. The backyard garden is a place that should be open to public, so the use of higher plants and the change of elevation ensure the privacy of residents. The water feature in front of the builfing is a focal point and separate customers and residents.
The Entrance
Planting Plan
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Infinity Pool
SPA Pool
Artistic Seats
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Glass Wall
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Shower Area
Out Door BBQ
Section A
The design of roof garden is also based on the same concept as first floor, using the geometric shape to represent germ. Because the space is divided oddly by the central building, I made a lot of effort to define these spaces for different activities. The infinity pool can be connected with Heart of Love River, which is the biggest attration for residents. The glass wall makes it easier to prohibit residents from entering pool area during winter time, which is helpful for maintenance but ensures the beautiful view. The BBQ tables and other seats are designed like sculpture or public art, and cohesive with the pavement and other facilities, making the space artistic when there are no people using it,. The texure design of pool bottom is aimed to reflect light and show different colors shining through water. The SPA pool is like a daimond embedded in the infinity pool. The whole design of roof garden is about young, modern, and comfortable.
Section B
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Korea
Lijiang
World Heritage Shanghai Nakhi people Plateau Subtropical highland climate 2,400 m above sea level Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Japan
Taiwan
5,596 m above sea level
Philipinas
"The long withered grass in the sunshine is glancing, The bare trees are tossing their branches on high; The dead leaves beneath them are merrily dancing, The white clouds are scudding across the blue sky" <LINES COMPOSED IN A WOOD ON A WINDY DAY> Anne Bronte
Singapore
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The Villas of Luxury Collection are part of Starwood Hotels and are to be built on a hill. The project is to reconstruct the beauty of Lijiang and the culture of Naxi, the oldest minority of Lijiang. Prior to designing, lots of studying was done on the topography to ensure the safety of the structure, the height of the walls, the drainage system, and the sight of view to the sacred mountain across. One of the design concepts is to use native plants to create the wildlife experience, and the other concept is to provide various ways to appreciate the mountain. It is mainly about providing a homelike experience of Lijiang for people of all ages.
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Indonesia
Papua New Guinea
Australia
Naxi Paradise Landscape design of Luxury Collection Villa Gardens, Lijiang, China Old Farmer Landscape Architecture Co. 2012 Participating in site analysis, concept development Mainly responsible for schematic design of Type 1, Type 3 and Presidential Suit
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Design Concept for LC Villa
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Outdoo r Fireplace
Designed within the outdoor seating areas. Becoming one of the main features in the gardens to express the specialty of Naxi culture.
Flower pots
Using potted plants which is cherished by native people to create variety of views.
Water feature
Arranged with the entrance path to symbolize the importance of water and the common landscape in Lijiang.
Specimen Tree
Adding vitality and colors to the gardens by using indigenous fruit trees.
Outdoor Seating Area
Enjoying natural scenery in various forms of outdoor space.
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LC Lobby & Club House
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Focal Specimen tree (Redleaf Cherry Plum ) Entrance water feature
Hillside seating area with hanging chair Outdoor sofa area & fireplace
Naxi ornament as focal point (Flower pots)
Viewing Platform
3D Model and Site Plan of Type 1
I took advantage of geographic changes to create an outdoor resting area to encourage the interactions between travellers and nature. The garden walls are designed to let visiters experience the best view of the place and insure the privacy at the same time. Also, it includes many cultural symbols to show the identity here.
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Type1 Longitudinal Section
Construction Details
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The intention is to integrate street furniture with landscape design, making the furniture more interesting and attractive. The inspiration came from landform, and I tried to represent the topography with the bench. The final product is a combination of bench and bicycle rack.The amounts of chair and the arrangement are depending on different conditions of the site.
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<The Wood> Charlotte Bronte
Topo Furniture design Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University School of Architecture + Design Instructor: Ron Kemnitzer 2014
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1/4 Model Show
Sketch
Final Design
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Final Show
Working Condition
Example of Using
At first, the design was aimed to be constructed by metal, creating the movement of ribbon. But considering the difficuties and amount of time, I modified the final design as a base box made by wood to get better support, and limitied the usage of metal but still captured the key shape of original concept.
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Interior/Exterior
Pencil 24 x18 inch ED11A, UC Berkeley, 2011
"Uplift and sway, O golden vine, Your clustered fruits to love's full flood, Lambent and vast and ruthless as is thine Incertitude!" <Flood> James Joyce
Visual Works Selected works
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Wonder‧land
Melting Iceberg/Missing Green/Exploded Volcano/Arising Sea level
Paper Clay, Acrylic paint, museum board, acetate 4 x 2.5 x 6 inch each 2D or no 2D illustration Department, RISD 2015
Mondrian’s Cube
Felt Tip Pen, Ink,acrylic color 36 x 24 inch ED11A, UC Berkeley, 2011
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Blooming 1/4 Color Pencil 21 x 14.8 cm
Hide and Seek "A set" project
Paper, thread, acetate 9 x 6.5 x 0.25 inch Words, Images, and Ideas illustration Department, RISD 2015
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Photo on cover: Keelung Photo on bottom: Yuan-Shan Park, Taipei All rights are reserved