Year Location Typology
2023
Southbank, London
Cultural and Recreational
Situated at the heart of Southbank, London, the Photography Institute emerges as a nexus for the convergence of diverse media and artistic expressions. By revitalizing open spaces to accommodate galleries and individuals, it endeavours to foster closer bonds within the artistic community. This initiative inherently instigates a shift towards a more contemplative lifestyle in Southbank.
Nestled within Southbank’s creative epicentre, the Photography Institute stands as a bastion of artistic inspiration. A dynamic hub for aspiring professionals as photographers to cultivate their vision and technical expertise.
The main access point is on the Queen’s Walk, another access is closer to the Upper Ground Street. Providing two accesses for each building.
Internal circulation within the institute is meticulously orchestrated, with a primary route designed to guide visitors through the exhibition spaces, allowing them to meander and absorb a profound comprehension of photography.
Spatial Plan
This diagram forms in the earlier design stage of exploration. Integrating the dominant site analysis and focus to the programme. Every spatial unit is imbued with distinct purpose and emphasis, with a central focal point on connectivity and permeability.
Interior Space
An open-space atrium is placed in the central part of the building. Two public staircases can be accessed from both entrances, leading the visitors to begin their journey along with exhibitions.
All four exhibition spaces have direct access view toward the gathering space. More photography pieces can be displayed around the walls, with multifunctional exhibition space.
Various exhibition spaces are required in the project, with multiple use of spaces.
Lighting Strategy
A trapezoidal zinc glazing is placed above the atrium. Photographs can be viewed with natural light.
Spatial Arrangement
Divide the structure into two distinct buildings, each with specialized functions. Studio and workshop spaces are closer to the Upper Ground street, more limited public access. The main building accommodates museum archives and camera collections.
Regeneration
This site emphasises the connection towards the Bernie Spain Garden and the North. Introducing more greenery and urban features to enrich the district.
Establishing a renewed perpendicular route in relation to the River Thames to increase the connection with the residential zone.
South building separates from the main exhibition space, for professional users.
Double-leaf exposed boardmark concrete wall as the primary structural element draws inspiration from the surrounding context. The coarse texture adeptly with natural light and well-perform photographs.
The initial three levels boast a generous 6-meter height, affording greater adaptability for programmatic functions.
Maroon zinc cladding provides additional natural light with opening extending from the main form. Various forms of openings are adjusted with the activity behind.
Illustrated Views
The programme aims to establish a new photography institute, to enrich people with the photography industry. This also helps introduce more opportunities for local artists and builds Southbank into a more integrated art hub.
The main entrance located on the North, facing River Thames. Two wooden structural chambers inbue the space with a warmth, and inviting ambiance beckoning individuals to partake in democratic principles. Based on the embodiment of democratic values; transparency, openess and participation. In this project, the public seating area is above the elected assembly members. Above the chamber, a rounded opening situates in the centre of the building, allowing natural light and ventilation entre the building.
An “open house” for Democracy, a British parliament serves as a temporary use as the Palace of Westminster has an ongoing refurbishment. An institute and community hub for the public.
Distinct tiers facilitate discreet and safeguarded access for private users (Members of Parliament), ensuring their privacy. A visual linkage between the debating chamber and the public, promoting increased civil engagement and the decision-making processes of their elected representatives.
The southern façade incorporates a curtain wall, allowing ample natural light to filter in. An openly visible staircase guides the public walk up the building. There’s a distinct demarcation between the paths for Members of Parliament and the general public. Each route leads to designated destinations on separate floors, effectively preventing public access to staff workspaces.
Most of the pedestrian routes are along from Royal Festival Hall with regularly outdoor event that gathers people. The primary entrances extend the utilization of the East-West axis. People can directly walk through the path between National Theatre and the previous IBM office to the main entrance. The southern façade of the building houses the parliamentary control area. A distinct drop-off point caters to the MPs and visitors, set apart from the remaining occupants.
The main factory is placed behind the glaze with well-controlled hygiene and other conditions. Visual connection for the public from the front glazing. Circulation for the staffs and the occupants
Protected and hygiene-controlled space for the lab. Open and explorable spaces such as smokehouse and archive space are placed for the public.
Herring used to be one of the main contributors to the local economy in the early 1900s, and now people get to experience between past and present, creating one of the biggest events in Great Yarmouth. We celebrate and promote the herring industry. From the harvest, food market, and exhibition to the celebration of the prosperous history.
1. Foundation
100 mm Plywood floor finished
Damp proof membrane
215 x 65 x 100 mm Brick
Lime mortar with ratio 1:3 (1 part lime, 3 part sand)
440 x 215 x 100 mm Concrete block
100 x 60 mm Softwood joints
70 mm Cavity
105 mm insulation
Concrete cavity fill
Reinforced deep concrete strip foundation
2. Ground Floor
20 mm Precast concrete floor finished
50 mm Concrete screed
70 mm Rigid insulation
Perimeter rigid insulation
Damp proof membrane
Damp proof course
Polythene sheet separating layer
100 mm Concrete slab
On hard course
3. Automatic Sliding Door
Stainless steel door frame
Compressible sealant
110 mm Stainless steel folded plate
Double glazed door
15 mm Outter layer glazing
15 mm Air gap
15 mm Inner layer glazing
Bottom guide plate
4. Brick Arch
215 x 65 mm Arched brick
Overlapping sheathing paper
Continuous flashing arch span
Curved steel weld on the horizontal steel sitting on the stretcher bond
Sheathing
Plastic sealant
Anchor bolt
215 x 65 x 100 mm Bricks
Board external finished
5. External Wall
215 x 65 x 100 mm with 25 radius Bullnose brick laid in stretcher bond
Lime mortar with ratio 1:6 (1 part lime, 1 part sand)
6. Second Floor
20 mm Plywood floor finished
50 mm Mineral wool insulation
55 x 100 mm Softwood joint
Damp proof membrane
Reinforced concrete
Acoustic sealant
10 mm Plywood exterior finished
7. Second Floor Opening
Metal flashing
Weather seal from wall above
Metal frame with head and jamb
15 mm Outer layer glazed window
10 mm Air gap
30 mm Inner layer glazed window
Stub-nose pvcu winow cill with paint
Metal frame sitting on 100 mm Plywood meet with floor finished
Compressible sealant
110 x 55 mm softwood joint
8. Fish Tank
25 mm Coated plywood strip
25 x 300 mm Plywood joint
200 x 350 mm Arcrylic spaning cube
40 mm Strip stainless steel rod
Tendon spring on moverment bearing
9. Roof
Zinc standing seam roof finish
Zinc cladding
Single ply membrane
Fixing zinc clips
Vapour barrier
Roof sheathing underlay support
50mm Insulation baffle
Roof rafters
50mm Cavity
70 mm Insulation between rafters
Air seal with foam sealant
Rigid insulation with fixed laps
230 x 55 mm softwood joints
12 mm Gypsum board
Interior finish
10. Dormer Window
Bronze aluminum frame
Welded connection on corners
30 mm Outer leaf glazing
15 mm Air gap
30 mm Inner leaf glazing
Metal flashing on metal stud framing
Air seal with foam sealant
Damp proof membrane
45 x 45 mm softwood joint
Metal bolt
22 mm Gypsum board
Interior finish
11. Gutter
Compatible tape to seal
Eaves metal drip edge
Clips on softwood board
Extended single ply membrane
Vapour barrier
Copper gutter
Soffit on supported wood board
Finished board
Recreates a communal space for the community. Columns and tables are adjustable according to different event use. Temporary exhibitions and workshops can be held throughout the year.
Year Location
Typology
2021 Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Cultural and Recreational
Explore and regenerate communal space in Great Yarmouth, a temporary art gallery in St. John’s Church. Installed with specifically designed adjustable wooden columns. Flexible use for various occasions and events.
Wooden Column Structure
Alluminum steel ring frame (attach to the board)
Plywood board
Alluminum steel ring frame (attach to the steel columns)
Steel column
Original column
This structure is designed to be adjustable on different columns, a sustainable resource for the local community. The steel ring frame provides flexibility for people to remove and attach to columns. Illustrations
Shao Yu Wang
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