Portfolio 2015 pinelopi vasilaki

Port fol io 2015 Pinel opi Vasil aki

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Personal information Name Address Telephone E-mail Nationality Date of birth Gender

Pinelopi Vasilaki 94, Gibraltargatan, 412 79 Gรถteborg, Sweden +46 767650741 popi_vassilaki@hotmail.com Greek 25/05/87 Female

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curriculum vitae Working Experience May 2012-April 2013 -Assistant architect at Domiki Technognosia Ltd, Athens, Greece. involved in the creative process of part of the projects and a competition (urban scale) carried out that period in the office -Rendering work from Archicad to Artlandis to Photoshop, Graphic design of schemes.

-Carrying out building permits.

June - August 2013 -Designer at Takis Anestis + associates architects, Athens, Greece. involved in the illustrating process of projects -Rendering work from Archicad to Artlandis to Photoshop, Producing graphic schemes.

2010 - today Freelance photographer for several labels and occasions.

2012 - today Freelance graphic designer of posters and graphic material for competitions and several occasions.

2005 - today Freelance artist for exhibitions and in collaboration with comppanies.

October 2014 - today Communication manager partner of University Architectural Expo: Arkipelago Göteborg.

Honours and Awards 2010 First Prize in the international contest “Future Bench”, organized by the city of Athens 2010 Second Credit in the national contest “LovingOutdoorsProductDesignCompetition: Seat/Table/Sunshade” organized by “KORMOS” 2013 Fifth Prize in the International Reggae Poster Competition

Seminar’s Attendance 2011 11th Greek Architectural Conference

Distinctions and scholarships 2005 - 2006 2nd place during the first two semesters of my undersgraduate programme 2007 - 2008 3rd prize from “Lisimachou Kaftantzoglou” legacy for my performance during the 5th and 6th semester of my undergraduate programme 2008 - 2009 award and scholarship from the greek state scholarship foundation for my performance during the 7th and 8th semester of my undergraduate programme 2008 - 2009 award D. Thomaides for my performance during the 7th and 8th semester of my undergraduate studies

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Education 2013 - 2015 Master Degree in Architecture Chalmers University of Technology Msc Design for Sustainable Development 2005 - 2012 Bachelor in Architecture engineering Theory and practice in Architecture and space in general, focusing on both humanistic and technological issues.

School of Architecture National Technical University of Athens, Greece.(3rd place in the University Admissions) GPA: 9,21/10 Project Thesis: “Multilayered Suare in Fira, Santorini” ( http://issuu.com/p.vassilaki/docs/multilayeredsquareinfirasantorini ) Dissertation: “From Thira to Santorini” ( http://issuu.com/p.vassilaki/docs/multilayeredsquareinfirasantorini ) 2000 - 2005 65th high school of Athens GPA: 19,6 / 20

Personal skills and competences languages Greek - Native English - Proficient in talking and writing - ECPE & IELTS (2013) 8 / 9 German - Average in talking and writing - Zertifikat Deutsch Swedish - Learning - Level C in SFI Computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite - Very good competences Autocad - Excellent Photoshop CS6 - Excellent Illustrator CS6 - Excellent 3D Studio max - Good Rhino - Average Diva for Rhino - Very good IDA ICE - Good Archicad - Excellent Artlandis - Excellent Revit - Average Artistic skills and Drawing - painting (see my complete artwork: www.popini.deviantart. competences com ) Metal smithing - crafting ( see my work: http://issuu.com/p.vassilaki/ docs/milkofthepoppylookbook2013 )

contents

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Sustainable building competition + Building design lab House of architecture

pp. 6 - 10

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Architectural Heritage and Urban Transformation

Thesis Project Multilayered square in Fira, Santorini

Vagnhallen Majorna A RECREATION TERMINAL pp. 23 - 28 pp. 11 - 16

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Design and Planning for Social Inclusion

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Graphic design - Illustrations posters, Arkipelago katolog, drawings

pp. 17 - 22 pp. 29- 32

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Sustainable building competition + Building design lab Location: Architecture A-building, Chalmers Johanneberg campus Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, Emilio Lorenzato, Louise Vanderlinden, Sophie Wiedeman Host: Chalmers University of Technology Year: 2014, 3rd Semester Examiner: Barbara Rubino, Holger Wallbaum Magnus Persson Tutor: - Klas Moberg, Klas Tillberg

project description This year’s project was the refurbishment of Architecture school building within the framework of sustainability, in terms of reduction of energy cosumption through a holistic solution regarding from material choices to possible architectural changes.

concept The main concept of the design is structured on smaller - quiet interventions in various aspects of the building’s new formulation that focus on strengthening the indoor climate. A ‘patchwork’ of bits and pieces that take advantage as much as possible the building’s capacity bringing forth its sense of place and special character.

House of architecture

let nature come in

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The malfunctioning atrium roof is replaced, while keeping the identity of the existing pyramid, with a more clear shaped and better performing one.

space efficiency new roof: visual contrast with the old brick faรงade

relocation of

layers

The building is formed into three layers: the public floors (basement + groundfloor), the architecture floors (studios +teacher offices) and the two upper floors that house the engineer offices.

transparency

common spaces

basement

common and public spaces basement and ground floor

view of new cafe towards the atrium

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building envelope performance more efficient heat recovery unit improved technical installations new radiator system new energy windows more airtight

more space efficiency new solar shading system insulated on the inside improved indoor air quality

insulated basement new drainage

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Energy Strategy

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active

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controlled solar screening

effective heat recovery unit

optimized ventilation and mechanical installations

HRU AHU

view of double height space library

natural lighting

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Energy Strategy

holes on the existing brick wall assist to the connection of the public spaces on the entrance floor

working volume

passive

minimize inflitration losses

well insulated

minimize thermal bridges AHU

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passive solar heating

HRU AHU

utilize thermal mass HRU AHU

compact building shape HRU AHU

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space efficiency

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orientation navigation

3rd - 5th floor architecture studios and teacher offices

2nd - 4th floor architecture studios and teacher offices

The atrium facade concept consists of a shading system and plants. They work together and provide a more comfortable indoor environment.

The plants distributed in the building will range in a selection of air filtering and purifying species.The amount of space available to host greenery will allow also users to add personally selected plants improving the sense of belonging

material re-use

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shading system overview

do more with less

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detail wall and roof connection 1:40

Architectural Heritage and Urban Transformation

STRATEGIES FOR THE FUTURE From traffic terminal, to a recreation terminal with urban neighbourhood qualities.

Location: Vaghallen Majorna, Göteborg Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, Angeliki Lampropoulou, Yannis Anagnostopoulos Host: Chalmers University of Technology Year: 2014, 2nd Semester Examiner: Dr. Lisa Brunnström Tutor: Kia Bengtsson

Mental connection to Klippan - artistic character.

Strengthen identity of the area.

Create new spatial hierarchies.

Make park the neighbourhood centre and create smaller courtyards.

Vagnhallen Majorna A RECREATION TERMINAL

Create a flea market and recreation space.

New residential typologies and business spaces.

CHARACTER OF THE SITE This project was about renovating a tram terminal, its first part built in 1918 and its south extension in 1947.

This building characterizes the area, for which there should be proposed a renewal programme.

By 1950 most of the smaller wooden houses are replaced with the new blocks built in the Governor’s style, stone base ad wooden facades for the upper floors.

Wooden buildings along Karl Johansgatan Today the inner courtyards of the Storgårds blocks seem to be quite protected from the busier streets around

The area has a highly industrial character.

The Fix factory, built in 1947, and the GS-Hall, built in 1954 frame Bruksgatan.

exploded views of GS-Hall

Sandarna was planned by Uno Åren and G. Sundbårg and developed between 1938-1949 in 4-storey buildings over the hill, with residences, facilities and a school.

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Volume organisation

Programme

more radical & permanent neighborhood

Preservation diagram

Proposed functions culture flea market

gym hall supplementary spaces

tram stop

offices

more flexible & more public

housing

super market

Proposal SIte

Klippan Various scales in buildings and open spaces.

Kungsladugård Enclosed courtyards.

The decision to preserve the entirety of the Tram Hall and part of the Fix Factory suggests that we should compensate investors with a dense residential area in the open spaces in between.

The area of Klippan on one side, with different scales and styles in its buildings and open spaces, and Lilienberg’s plan for Kungsladugard with the enclosed courtyards in the middle of each housing block were references we tried to combine.

Our proposal uses the average size of Lilieberg’s courtyard module but instead of enclosing it inside a closed residential block, we allow visual and pedestrian connections.

Buildings can be developed almost randomly in order to frame each courtyard core. What is more, public paths can have access to successive courtyards, forming a network of public streets and open spaces.

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0. Present organisation The building’s use as tram hall requiers long wings with openings on the narrow sides.

1. Pedestrian street Trying to simulate the scale of the surrounding blocks in the tram hall, we propose an internal pedestrianpart that will cut the building in two parts, connecting Älvsborsgatan to the new residential area.

2. Sliding volumes The volumes,hosting different functions, slide to create an open atrium or niches on the facades. This helps different functions to be more easily identified while highlighting the old structure, by recessing the new from the old.

3. Further volumetric division Where needed, bigger volumes are divided into smaller ones, that can function and be heated individually.

Establish a network for pedestrians An open space in the center can be a protected break and the heart of an internal network of pedestrian streets installed in the former tram hall.

We want the regenerated tram hall to be a place of public life and an intersection of pedestrian routes during the day, so it is crucial to keep them uninterrupted.

Despite the cold winter climate in the area, narrow open air streets can still attract public life if wind protection is predicted.

Existing layers and additions

Additional volume to host scene installations.

New skylight roof for the internal street.

Restoration of the original roof and skylights.

New glass facades to divide the spaces are positioned at a distance from the brick walls, also creating individually heated rooms.

Pillar system under the roofs is redesigned to host functions such as the auditorium, provide space for mechanical equipment (scene) and technical systems.

general plan groundfloor

New lighter steel frame additions contrast with the heavy original masonry structure. section b - b

Transformation of non loadbearing parts of the brick walls to place entrances and treat them more as a canvas than a border.

+ Approach #1 New functions are designed as smaller volumes under the original tram hall roof.

Approach #2 New functions occupy the whole height of the tram hall up to the original ceiling.

Approach #3 New functions exceed in height the original ceiling.

More levels Different floors and height allow multiple perspectives to the old structure and the interior space.

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Openings on the masonry walls

We identified the long masonry walls as main parts of the tram hall’s identity. However, at the same time their longitude distorts the overall scale of the area and creates uninteresting and long facades for the pedestrians and the future users.

At the same time, extended parts of the brickwork need replacement.

Thus, openings on the masonry walls that are not load bearing can be proposed, in order to increase visibility from inside out and in reverse, bring in direct natural light.

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Make the new route visible

Position workshops’ courtyards lower

The vertical street that can be also used as a flea market on weekends is covered by a ceiling with sky windows that can be opened during summer.

The new structure’s surface is covered by perforated metal sheets, making it distinguishable and lighter than the original masonry walls of the tram hall.

By removing parts of the existing metal floor layer we can have an extra 1,5 meter in height beneath the current zero level. An external ramp can give access to courtyards for the workshops, and while keeping them completely visible from the public eye, the height difference offers some degree of privacy.

view of lounge area entrance to auditorium

view of the exhibition hall

15 section of lounge and auditorium

workshops - plan

16section of workshop spaces

Design and Planning for Social Inclusion Location: Hammarbadet in Hammarkullen Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, Aron Wetterlund, Eyrún Pétursdóttir Host: Chalmers University of Technology Year: 2013 - 2014, 1st Semester Examiner: Pål Castell Tutor: Erik Berg

Hammarbadet was built 1972 and is in need of renovation, owing to its poor state, having had only minor fixings through its lifetime.

Even though the building is well used, it is threatened by closing by the politicians, who postoponed to make an final decision until the elections.

An extensive leakage from the pool and the showers compels the building renovation. We believe that Hammarbadet has a major role to play in Hammarkullen.

The building The pool is important for kids, women and older people.

Since the pool is a training pool (L 17, W 12 and D 0.81.2 m) it is good for learning how to swim. Given that Angered municipality has the lowest ability to swim in Gothenburg, Hammarsbadet can be seen as an important asset for teaching people how to swim.

Phase two But how can we improve each function? In this stage we worked with scenarios,sketches and workshops, talking to stakeholders and contacting experts. From this whole process we understood that the whole floor of the pool needed to be renovated and that allowed us change the positions of the functions within the building.

Phase three Crucial steps of design: _Make the entrances more inviting _Add an extension that you can see from the square _Redesign functions if that could make them better _Work with memory of the building _Show a change, that also symbolizes the time _Make some changes that connect the residents _Technical aspects of renovation

diagramme of working process

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The bath is also important for women who come from all over Gothenburg to swim and socialize. This is made possible because there is an evening for women only, which means that women can participate who otherwise would not be able to due cultural reasons.

Both men and women use the gym. It fulfills an important function for young men as a free zone where they can train, socialize and relate to a feeling of belonging.

Mixg책rden is important for the youth of Hammarkullen.

It is perhaps the only place where they can hang out.

In Mixg책rden the youths can socialize, develop and get guidance from the staff. diagramme of scenarios and final design proposal

1.The building as it is today

4.The building as it is today +important functions for Hammarkullen +well used +in need of renovation due to wear and leakage

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diagramme of initial state of building

2.Re-arranging the functions

5.Adding volumes for each function

3.Reversed placing of the functions

6.The expression of the building is changed +visible from the square +better suited space for the gym, the bath and Mixg책rden +the action in the gym will become visible from the outside +more daylight for Mixg책rden +it strengthens the parish appeal of Hammarkullen -the cost and the maintenance

plan of first floor In the new design the first floor accommodates the entrance to the gym and the pool with shared changing rooms and secretary.

The new gym continues with training rooms to the basement, with which the entrance hall connects through a whole on the ground.

new plans

plan of second floor The second floor serves as an entrance level for the youth center. Here a small cafe and a study place are put in direct relevance with the outside space. A multiuse hall is put in the middle of the plan, being able to expand to a veranda in the warmer months.

plan of third floor Mixg책rden continues on the last floor, where a main hang out area is placed forming outside a new volume protruding from the rest of the building over the staircas, highlighting the entrance to the floor underneath. Moreover, on this level the offices, the playrooms and a workshop are located. view of the building when approaching from the tram station

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The pool, gym and Mixg책rden can also be viewed from a broader perspective. They can be seen as an expression of that Hammarkullen is part of Gothenburg and the people in Hammarkullen are included in society. In such an approach, it is easy to put the new facility Angered Arena as a competitor. In our project, we believe that they are not in competition against each other, but that they rather complement each other.

proposing volumes and facades

The interior of the bath Broken tiles from the existing material could be used to for mosaics on the walls

section S01

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The level of Mixg책rden could be open to the back side bringing life to the pathway leading to the entrance

section 02

The new pool has double height, gaining like this better proportions as a room. Additionally, the initial attribute of the corner windows surrounding the pool is kept, brightening the hall but on the same time, since the pool level has moved down one floor, there is no longer problem with the visibility from the nearby buildings.

Besides the training pool, a new smaller one is placed next to it to serve a warm swimming facility and a sauna - hamam, providing more variety.

The old concrete structure is highlighted by recessing the walls from the ceiling on the gym - pool spaces. Moreover, the changing rooms act as a buffer zone from the entrance to the area of the pools.

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section 03

view of Hammarmixen from the lowest level of the surroundings

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Thesis Project Location: Centre of Fira, island of Santorini Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, Anastasia Vertetouri, Anna Chazapi Host: NTUA School of Architecture Year: 2011 - 2012, Semester 10 Tutor: Stavros Stavridis

Multilayered square in Fira, Santorini

Our project-thesis focuses on the design of a network of open spaces and multiple functions at the center of Fira. This proposal attempts to link two conflicting sides of the town: the cosmopolitan cliff side and the neglected residential area that serves as the “backyard”.

By studying scale-size, the relationship between public and private spaces and the current functions in these two areas we acquire valuable information so as to achieve a connection between the fragmented regions and thus restore the relationship between: 1. public space and its users 2. locals and tourists Creating this network we assign new features to open spaces that currently remain unused.

This enables the tourist to inhabit the town’s “backyard” and gives locals the opportunity to experience public space more effectively.

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The backbone-axis of the multilayered square organizes the basic functions through a system of spatial folds. The island’s urban and natural vocabulary thus translates to the interweaving of open and enclosed spaces.

The main pedestrian route that follows the central axis descends from the tourist part of the town and sinking beneath the main road meets a tourist information kiosk. Then it passes through an exhibition area focused on the history of Fira, exits and continues in the residential part of the town. This route is framed by a system of walkways, plazas and additional uses such as a wine-tasting bar, winery and cafe.

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multilayered square plan ... lower level 26

soil - stabilizer

local black volcanic stone

local red volcanic stone

corten

concrete mixed with local materials

tourist information kiosk

winery

wine-tasting bar

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plants

ευκάλυπτος

φραγκοσυκιά

φλώμος

φασκομηλιά

small bushes σπάρτα

θυμάρι

θρούμπι

local plants that are resistant to the hot and dry climate of the island

λεβάντα

diagram of planting

taller bushes

tree - eucalyptus

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5th place in International Reggae Poster Competition Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, Anastasia Verteouri Host: International Reggae Poster Competition Year: 2013

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Poster for course presentations Host: Centre for Urban Studies, Design for Social Inclusion Year: 2013

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Catalogue for Arkipelago Göteborg Expo Collaboration: Pinelopi Vasilaki, John Bogren Host: Arkipelago Göteborg 2015 Year: 2015

GöteborG 2015

GöteborG 2015

schema för daGen:

12:00 mässan inviGs! 100 Goodie baGs utställarna presenterar siG

13:00-16:00 workshops, tävlinGar

15:00 minGel, buffé, livemusik, presentation av vinnarna av tävlinGarna

Cover

pages inside the booklet

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Personal Illustrations Year: 2011, 2014 32

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T hank y ou!

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