PORTFOLIO_Shao Yu Wang by Zoe Wang

ARCHITECTURE

PORTFOLIO SHAO YU WANG

ARCHITECTURE GRADUATE SELECTED WORKS

CONTENT

01 PHOTOGRAPHY INSTITUTE

Southbank, London Cultural and Recreational - 2023 (Year 3, Feburary-May)

02 PARS PRO TOTO

Southbank, London Civic Centre - 2022 (Year 3, October-December)

03 HERRING FESTIVAL

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Institution - 2022 (Year 2, March - May)

04 SAINT JOHN’S CHURCH

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Cultural and Recreational - 2021 (Year 2, September-October)

05 NOTTINGHAM HOUSE

Nottingham City, Nottingham Civic - 2020 (Year 1, March-May)

06 PHOTOGRAPH

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.

Photography Institute Year

2023

(Year 3, Feburary-May)

Location

Southbank, London

Typology

Cultural and Recreational

Circulation Strategy Two accesses for each building. For the 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.

a. Site base

b. Division of two massings

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.

c. Adapted with the site

d. Open up external courtyard

Spatial Plan This diagram forms in the earlier design stage of exploration. Integrating the dominant site analysis and focus to the programme.

Public Private

e. Core circulation

Flow Functional connection

Every spatial unit is imbued with distinct purpose and emphasis, with a central focal point on connectivity and permeability.

Visual connection Spatial connection

f. Connecting entrances

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 facing the multi-functional strium.

Lighting Strategy A trapezoidal zinc glazing is placed above the atrium witha 30 degree angle facing South. Photographs and exhibitions can be viewed with natural light. Round rooflights are in double glazings to get the dim lighting for the top studios and shops.

Form Arrangement

a. Emphasize the connection towards South

b. Highlight views toward North and East

c. Control visual connections with the site

d. Add adequate openings for the building

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.

Regeneration This site emphasises the connection between Bernie Spain Garden and the North. Introducing more greenery and urban features to enrich the district.

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 access. The main building accommodates museum archives and camera collections.

Exterior Construction 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. Maroon zinc cladding provides additional natural light with opening extending from the main form. Various forms

of openings are adjusted with the activity behind. The initial three levels boast a generous 6-meter height, affording greater adaptability for programmatic functions.

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.

Pars Pro Toto

Year

2022

(Year 3, October-December)

Location

Southbank, London

Typology

Civil

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.

Spatial Connection 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

Interpretation Centre

Public/ Press Gallery

Resource Centre

Cafe

Debating Chamber

Conference Room

increased civil engagement and the decision making processes of their elected representatives.

Initial Concept Visible connection between the MPs and the public, connecting with separate routes throughout the building.

Part Section

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.

Herring Festival

Year

2022

(Year 2, March-May)

Location

SGrreat Yarmouth, Norfolk

Typology

Institution

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.

Community gathering and multipurpose space on the ground floor, and educational and production areas are located on the first floor. More restricted spaces for staff are placed on the back of the building.

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 Second Floor Plan Staffs

Visitors

Protected and hygiene-controlled space for the lab. Open and explorable spaces such as smokehouse and archive space are placed for the public.

First Floor Plan

Ground Floor Plan

Public

Private

Construction Detail 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

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

9. Roof Zinc standing seam roof finish Zinc cladding Single ply membrane Fixing zinc clips Vapour barrier Roof sheathing underlay support

Portfolio

Wooden Column Structure 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.

FLOOR PLANS 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.

Illustrations on plan and section views

Saint Johns Church Year

2021

(Year 2, September-October)

Location

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Typology

Cultural and Recreational

Alluminum steel ring frame (attach to the board)

Plywood board

Alluminum steel ring frame (attach to the steel columns)

Steel column

Explore and regenerate communal space in Great Yarmouth, a temporary art gallery in St. John’s Church. Installed with specifically

Original column

designed adjustable wooden columns. Flexible use for various occasions and events.

Nottingham House

Year

2020

(Year 1, March-May)

Location

Nottingham City, Nottingham

Typology

Civic

Due to the global outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, has led the UK into a depression in economy, the lack of unemployment relief brought more homeless in Nottingham. Therefore, career development centre located in the city of Nottingham. Including support from the government and the local communities, this hub also serves as a community hub with multiple activities that can be held in the building.

Design Development through site Set the main entrance on the first floor for welcoming people’s entry. Offices and skill-building rooms on the upper floors, more calming community-use areas on the ground floor along the River Trent.

Exploration on the entrance floor (first floor)

Design Generator

With the amazing view sitting along the canal, the multifunctional space is located on the first floor, connecting the entrance to the Carrington street level. Within this open space, orientation was experimented to get the best view with the connection with the ground level.

This was inspired by the site surroudings. This is to present the idea of each part can be seen as individual, but still connected throughout the time. The model exploration of forms were trying to connect each spatial layout. The transition from interior to exterior, from dark to bright, from private to public, from individual to group, from tradition to contemporary.

Occupants’ activities throughout a day

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13:00

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9:00

16:00 12:00

14:00

Model making demonstrates how light entre the space.

Perforated Bricks To meet the need for the main target, homeless people, the design has started to aim at a tougher facade. This is to ensure their sense of security when entering the building. Connection was also trying to be achieved in the design, to bring out translucent feeling. That visibility changes from various angle, switch between opaque and transparent facade.

Illustrated series of visual journey

South Elevation

South Section

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ARCHITECTURE GRADUATE SELECTED WORKS