ZEINEB SELLAMI portfolio
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CONTENT ACADEMIC PROJECTS After studying at the Lycée International de Los Angeles, I moved to Tunisia where I attended high school at the Lycée Pierre Mendès France in Tunis. I then earned my BSc in Architectural Studies and my Master of Architecture degree from the Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Versailles (ENSA-V)
MEDINA TO MEDITERRANEAN | Revitalising the port of Sfax Cities & Territories
ISTANBUL GARDENS | 333 CEMETERIES, 20 HETEROTOPIAS Atlas of Metropolization in Istanbul
BETHLEHEM WORKSHOP | The Marketplace Palestinian Cities : Hebron and Bethlehem
WIRED TRANSPORTATION | The station, motor of development Wired Transportation on the Orsay Plateau : Prospective
PFE (End-of-Studies project) ENSA-V 2015
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Studio 3 ENSA-V 2013-2014
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Studio 2 ENSA-V 2012-2013
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Studio 1 ENSA-V 2012-2013
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Jan 2016 - July 2017
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July-Nov 2015
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July-Sept 2013
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES I have actively worked on the design process with several firms in Los Angeles and Paris, on a variety of projects from design and concept development, to code analysis, to the more technical aspects of construction details.
CHRISTOFLE FACTORY | Renovating a protected heritage site Junior Architect at Atelier COS
BALLOUNEH II | Housing Development
Junior Architect at ACOUPEL Architecture
CASA OL | Private Residence Intern at MUTUO
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MEDINA TO MEDITERRANEAN| Revitalising the port of Sfax supervisor(s) | L. Vilan
BRIEF HISTORY | This particular project was undertaken in Sfax, the second largest city in Tunisia, and one where my family traces its origins. Sfax was once a prosperous Mediterranean port city with a strong historical heritage, a growing economy based on olives and phosphates, and leisurely beaches. Today however, Sfax faces serious pollution which has threatened its port status and its reputation as a coastal destination. The Medina, Sfax’s ancient walled city, continues to function as a marketplace but coexists with abandoned mid-century buildings of the french protectorate, modern buildings and housing, retail stores, restaurants and hotels, in a dense and heterogeneous urban fabric. Due to the lack of planning and code enforcement, sidewalks and open spaces have often been appropriated, diminishing the city’s available public parks and open spaces. In short, the planning in Sfax poses the ultimate challenge of accommodating the needs of Sfax’s half million inhabitants, more specifically within the more congested city center which has lacked any strong central planning. SITE CHOICE | The “Bab Bhar” quarter, literally translating to the “door to the sea” is full of potential due to its strategic position between the Medina and the old industrial and commercial harbour. This all but abandoned site lends itself perfectly to receiving new functions that may alleviate the palpable disconnect between the Medina and the Mediterranean. PROJECT GOALS | Within this challenging environment, and after closely analyzing the urban context, my thesis project seeks to develop an inclusive approach to restructure, rehabilitate, and revitalize this area of the city, by bringing structure and harmony to a bustling port environment. First and foremost, it seems vital to accentuate the historic value of the core port site that has long been neglected, and to remind people of its importance. Another imperative is to bridge the gap between the city and the sea, reuniting the heart of the city with its defining waterfront. Finally, the most important goal of the project is to offer the citizens of Sfax a public space that they can embrace through an inclusive and evolutive design process.
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Academic Projects|PFE (End-of-studies project) | Cities & Territories | ENSA-V 2015 | Sfax, TUNISIA
Site plan of Bab Bhar
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Medina
Train Station
Historic quarter
Chott El Kreknah
Commercial harbor
Ferries to Kerkennah
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GUIDELINES :
Taparura Development
1| ACCESS. Access to the site is established by restructuring the two roads that lead to the North dock. 2| PARALLEL STRIPS. The entire dock is divided into 5 meter wide strips. These strips are meant to receive diverse programs. 3| SMALL SCALE. The division into parallel strips is accompanied by the implantation of a water and electric network. Different programs are then implemented along these networks at a small and moderate scale. 4| BIG SCALE. On a larger scale, the existing buildings of historic and architectural value are renovated and reintegrated. 5| BOTANICAL ELEMENTS. Trees and other “green� elements are dispersed along the strips or more randomly creating larger green areas. It is important to note that this program is meant to evolve during the projects existence. The idea is to set the foundations and let the project grow with time.
Industrial harbor
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Medina
Surveyed buildings Main roads: Hedi Chaker street, Bourgiba avenue, Ali Bach Hamba street, Habib Achour street, Mongi Bali street. Secondary roads: Mohamed Hedi Kaficha avenue, Habib Thameur street, Tahar Sfar street, Mohsen Kallel street Railway : separation between city and sea Existing passage over railway Maritime route Rising bridge Public buildings Attractive points Buildings on the Mougeot dock, for reuse Bridging the gap: reinventing the Mougeot dock
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|Transversal Section - From Bab-bhar to the sea|
| Plan - Zoom of one area of the project|
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RAILWAY = obstacle
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PLATEFORM = practical
MAINTENANCE DOCK = technical
EXISTING BUILDING = reinvent
LOCKERS = rehabilitated container
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ISTANBUL GARDENS | 333 CEMETERIES, 20 HETEROTOPIAS collaborator(s) | C. Rupin and P. Dupont Lhotelain supervisor(s) | D. Klouche, C. Libert and F. Hertweck
At the rate it is changing and developing, understanding the complex dynamics of a city such as Istanbul today is a true challenge. There are 333 cemeteries in Istanbul. Flaubert and Nerval described them as parks, gardens, and places of gathering. These testimonies, as well as the number of cemeteries in Istanbul, immediately awakened our interests. Representing 35% of green space in the city, Istanbul’s cemeteries are exceptional places located well within the urban fabric. Perceptible thanks to the cypress trees that surpass the walls, these spaces posses qualities that we consider essential to the development of a future metropolis such as Istanbul. While studying the different aspects of cemeteries in Istanbul, came the idea to replace these qualities within the existing urban fabric of the city. With cemeteries and ottoman gardens as an inspiration, we aspired to create unique spaces in Istanbul where one can escape the chaos and enjoy these small pieces of paradise. Protected by a thick wall, the gardens act as heterotopias. One not only passes through a physical barrier but also through a metaphorical one. With the city continuing it’s exponential growth, and the ratio of green areas to population already negligible, it seems vital to acknowledge the importance of the existing green spaces such as cemeteries. It also seems significant to recreate these insularities, even in the most trivial of sites, that allow the city to press pause and take a breath.
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Academic Projects|Studio 2 | Atlas of Metropolization in Istanbul | ENSA-V 2014 | Istanbul, TURKEY
20 HETEROTOPIAS | 20 MINIATURES
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Mapping Cemeteries in Istanbul
Çinili Hamam Street, Fatih, Istanbul
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BETHLEHEM WORKSHOP | The Marketplace collaborator(s) | A. Balauca supervisor(s) | L. Vilan and Y. Roujon
The workshop stems from the cooperation and support of: the cities of Hebron and Bethlehem in the West Bank, the French Consulate in Jerusalem, the E.U. Decentralised Cooperation Program between Hebron, Bethlehem, Arceuil, and Belfort and the ENSAVersailles. Under the tutelage of Professors Luc Vilan and Yves Roujon, both prominent architects and urban designers in their field, we undertook the industrious task of recording and surveying the urban fabric of these ancient cities and understanding their contemporary urban growth.
WORKSHOP | Bethlehem and Hebron are two historic cities distanced a mere 20 miles apart. They share several features such as their emblematic ancestral monuments - the Nativity Church and Abraham Mosque in Bethlehem and the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron- and their similar approaches towards urban planning and development. In Bethlehem, the on-site approach allowed for a detailed analysis of the architectural and urban forms of traditional dwellings and the city. Progressing from the greater scale of the main roads, to the narrow sinuous stairways, to the inner private dwellings, we tackled the challenges of comprehending the changes in everyday living conditions associated with contemporary urban growth in this bustling city. THE CITY |The general analysis focuses on three major themes: road systems - particularly restless El Najajreh Street and the main city stairways that stem from it- building typologies, and noteworthy public and private buildings. The other central aspect of our study rested upon community outreach. Daily interviews and casual encounters were vital to our understanding of the community and to which projects would best serve their needs and desires. PROJECT | The goal of the workshop is not only to illustrate the existing urban context but also to propose future projects in a developing city. The marketplace a lively, chaotic, and encumbered public space embodies the principal gathering point of the historic neighborhood. The Bethlehem marketplace strives for efficiency and harmony. By rethinking the access routes and entry points, creating breathable space and working with the existing stands and booths, the project promotes accessibility. By incorporating neutral modular elements into the existing souk, we develop a more functional contemporary approach that magnifies the existing historical elements.
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Academic Projects|Studio 2 | Palestinian Cities : Hebron, Bethlehem | ENSA-V 2013 | Hebron & Bethlehem, WEST BANK
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Analytical plan of the road systems Main roads and squares Culs-de-sac
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El Najareh Street
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Existing Marketplace
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Nativity Church
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Omar Mosque
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Manger Square
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An alley in the souk
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Elevated terrace
Facade of El Najajreh Street| Reviving the street
Existing covered market hall
Omar Mosque
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A promontory, linking souk and street
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Within the lower level of the marketplace
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Nativity Church
Manger Square
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New covered cafe / restaurant
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WIRED TRANSPORTATION | The station, a motor for development collaborator(s) | M. De Miscault, C. Maillard supervisor(s) | J.C. Masson and E. Combarel
The Orsay Plateau is the future location of landscape architect, Michel Devigne’s innovative urban plan, constructed around a new hub for science and technology. The current momentum has led city planners to rethink transportation on this particular site where the stations themselves could become motors for development. The urban cable-car presents itself as an ideal transportation method in many ways. It is advantageous from an economic standpoint, has a moderate impact on the ground, and incites passengers to see the city and landscape in a new light. 1 The GUICHET is conveniently located at the intersection of pedestrian, road, and rail traffic. By introducing the cable-car stop and implanting a new station, it becomes a medium-sized hub, bringing a new influx of people and commerce into the neighborhood. 2 The “BATYLON” emerges above the forest canopy as a result of the combination between a building and a pylon re-directing the cable-car’s trajectory. Minimally impacting the ground below, it stands as a functional infrastructure, while offering leisurely sports activities to the locals within its crevices. 3 Finally, the MOULON area is destined to welcome new universities and research labs. Many means of transportation -rail, bus, car, and cable-car- collide in this mega-hub, keeping it well linked to the rest of Orsay. The Moulon Station acts as a fully independent entity, as if it were a city within the city.
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Academic Projects|Studio 1 | Wired Transportation on the Orsay Plateau : Prospectives | ENSA-V 2013 | Paris, FRANCE
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Global Site Plan : The Orsay Plateau
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The Moulon Station - an active hub
º The “city-station” is self-sufficient and constantly active, acting as a stimulant for the surrounding neighborhood which is composed mostly of research labs, student housing, and administrative buildings. º Mixed-use blocks animate the station. Transportion, housing, services, shops, and offices are all intertwined creating a complex network of varied activities. º The project respects Desvigne’s mass ratio, specifically by maintaining height limitations and street alignment. However, the Moulon Station is designed as a porous entity, allowing for traffic to seep in and out seamlessly. Site plan
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Longitudinal Section
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CHRISTOFLE FACTORY Renovating a protected heritage site
Location : Seine Saint-Denis, France Program : Shops, Appartments, Workshops, Hotels Surface : 40 000 m2 Client : Private About Christofle Factory | This project is a preliminary study for a heritage site consisting of a historical and urban analysis, a program development, and a conceptual design for renovation. Working at Atelier COS | For three weeks, my colleague, my project manager, and myself, worked on surveying the existing site, completing documents from the National Archives, and drafting the required plans, sections and facades. A surface study was also completed in order to better understand the sites potential. The goal of this intense studio-like design proposal was to present a solid concept to our potential client.
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Patio lumineux
Adaptable work space
Espace de travail adaptable
Professional Experience|Junior Architect | Atelier COS | Jan 2016 - July 2017 | Paris, FRANCE
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Natural light Apport de lumière maximisé
Natural ventilation Ventillation naturelle
Buffer area created Exterior blinds and Espace tampon Gestion des calories bycréé covered large window surfaces, par la“street” rue par apprt solaire, calorie control couverte grandes surfaces vitrées et stores extérieurs
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FLUIDITE DES ESPACES Section showing the natural thermal regulation of the renovated complex.
Buffer area
Espace tampon
Showroom
Attente - petit musée
Model boutique
Boutique modèle
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BALLOUNEH II Housing development
Location : Beirut, Lebanon Program : Entrance for a housing development Client : Société de promotion immobilière libanaise Collaboration : Francis Landscapes Ltd. About Ballouneh II | Situated in the mountains, a few kilometers from Beirut, Ballouneh II is a project that spans architecture, landscape and public space. Defining parcel limitations, tracing roads, and designing access points to the site were among the many commissioned tasks. The landscape was designed meticulously in collaboration with Francis Landscapes Ltd. Nothing is left to chance from the width of the access roads to the types of plants sown. Working at ACoupel Architecture | The design of the entrance to the complex took place in several steps. Starting with a thorough study of the topography with the help of a 3D model of the site, I later drafted a global plan of the development at a larger scale, in order to better understand the access points from the main roads. The idea is to transport the visitor into a sort of retreat, while using the entrance to create a promontory, with a beautiful view of the ocean.
Terrasse
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Professional Experience|Junior Architect| ACOUPEL Architecture | July-Nov 2015 | Beirut, LEBANON
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Jardin (rochers, arbres, fleurs...)
Plan : Main access
Stationnement Visiteur
Autoroute vers Faraya
Section : the entrance, the guards quarters, and the observation deck.
Rond-Point
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CASA OL FAMILY RESIDENCE
Location : Córdoba, Mexico Program : Private residence Surface : 500 m2 Client : Private client About Casa OL | A path weaves it’s way up from the river, along the hillside, splitting the house in two volumes. On one side the public spaces and on the other the private spaces. Then using a triangulated roof, spaces are expanded or compressed based on function and exterior views. The slopped site and the complexity of the roof, make this project a true technical and architectural challenge. Working at MUTUO | When I arrived at MUTUO, this project was already at an advanced stage. The goal was to complete the final details of the design and technical drawings in order to obtain a building permit. I was able to complete the necessary drawings for the permit : general plans, details, sections, facades, technical details, etc… I also participated in the design process by drafting propositions for interior and exterior lighting. Finally, I worked with Rhino software, to develop a detailed 3D model. This facilitated our exchanges with the structural engineer especially concerning the complex roof.
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Professional Experience|Internship | MUTUO | July-Sept 2013 | Córdoba, MEXICO
3D Section
Technical drawings
Cordoba, Veracruz
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Zeineb Sellami | Portfolio 2018 phone | (323) 448 5482 e-mail | zeineb-sellami@hotmail.com linkedin | https://linkedin/in/zsellami