Architecture Portfolio - Annika Lyon

Annika J. Lyon architecture portfolio selected works 2021

CONTENTS ABOUT MASTERS PROJECTS

BACHELOR PROJECTS

ABOUT ANNIKA J. LYON cand.arch, architect MAA

I am a newly-graduated architect from the Master of Architecture at the Aarhus School of Architecture.

For the last two years, I have been exploring my interest in sustainable architecture through Studio 3: Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment.

I grew up in Sydney, Australia, and graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Architecture and Environments in 2017.

In 2018/2019, I spent a year living in Copenhagen, where I attended a højskole and began learning Danish in a bid to connect with my Danish family heritage. After my højskole stay, I worked as a student assistant with Arkitema Architects. I greatly enjoyed this unique opportunity to experience a different cultural perspective on architecture and design, as well as the challenges that come with relocating overseas.

In 2019, I moved to Aarhus to study a Master of Architecture at the Aarhus School of Architecture.

Here I developed my interest in sustainability and circularity, primarily through designing for reuse and working with timber construction, which are topics I hope to continue to engage with in my professional career.

nationality Danish Australian

education 2019-2021

Master of Architecture at Arkitektskolen Aarhus

2018-2019

Student at Københavns Sprogcenter

2018

Student at Suhrs Højskole (autumn/efterår)

2015-2017

Bachelor of Architecture and Environments at the University of Sydney

2012-2014

Barker College (high school)

2009-2011

Cheltenham Girls High School

2002-2008

Eastwood Heights Primary School

contact email:

annika.lyon96@gmail.com

linked in:

linkedin.com/in/annika-lyon

mobile:

+45 9153 0996

website:

ajlyonarchitecture.wordpress.com

MaSTErS PrOjECTS

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The Library of Things enriching Copenhagen’s circular economy

Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment

Masters Thesis Project Individual Project Supervisor: Nacho Ruiz Allen

Left Axonometric drawing of the project

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Above 1:50 scale model of a fragment of the library

With

the

Resource

UN’s

International

Panel

predicting

extreme growth in global material consumption – rising from 40 billion tonnes in 2010, to 90 billion tonnes by 2050 – we are facing a massive resource and waste problem. The circular economy, which aims to design out waste and keep existing products and materials in use, could be a solution to this.

The city of Copenhagen has begun integrating circular strategies into the city’s recycling plan, and aims to have most citizens utilising sharing, swap or reuse schemes in the city – resulting in an overall tripling in reuse by 2024. What role can architecture play in facilitating this goal?

The Library of Things provides a place where citizens can borrow household items such as an electric drill or a sewing machine, minimising individual household consumption

by

sharing

underutilised

items

between

many.

Above Western elevation of the site Below Visualisation of the interior of the library

The site is situated in Nordhavn’s Århusgadekvarteret, a young but vibrant sustainable harbourside

district.

The

area is characterised by

the

retention

and revitalisation of existing

structures,

including

several

concrete and

silos numerous

gabled

red-brick

workhouses, whose textures and colours have been mimiced throughout the new developments.

The has

site four

itself existing

structures on it, all with the potential for transformation and renewal in a new structure.

The

(LoT)

The LoT concept can be expanded

concept allows users to borrow all

Library

upon to include services and

manner of underused household

learning

objects and niche items outside of

repurposing, or reusing existing

the traditional material associated

items

with

enhancing circular behaviours in

libraries.

of

Things

Objects

include

spaces and

for

clothes,

repairing, further

everything from gardening tools

the community.

to cake pans, party supplies,

On a social level, the project

camping gear, board games and

aimed to replicate the qualities

musical instruments, and aims to

of traditional libraries, including

capitalise on the density of the city

combatting

to reduce unsustainable resource

providing neutral spaces for people

consumption and improve access

of all demographics to meet, and

to

offering affordable access to skill-

items

for

different

income

groups.

Over the Page, Above Longitudinal section through the site and the district Over the Page, Below Photo series of the textures found in the Århusgadekvarteret

social

isolation,

building and information resources.

Left, Above Diagram demonstrating how the Library of Things is a circular concept, by allowing objects to be reintegrated into the library numerous times before disposal Left, Below Assorted items one could borrow from a LoT

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In order to densify the site vertically,

the

and the building is detailed with

existing structures are removed.

the

roofs

of

hanging plants and reused and

The structural system design

circular materials.

was informed by the gable of

The original red brick structures on the site are retained, and the

faces Århusgade, carrying the

colour red is tied into threshold

silhouette across the site in four

and circulation spaces through

channels. Masses are stepped

red metal doorways and red

back from the street to make

perforated

an engaging streetfront, and a

Cladding includes timber and

plaza is created in the centre

polycarbonate materials, green

as a quiet space to catch some

roofs, and reused clay roof tiles

sunshine away from the bustling

in a new brise-soleil over the roof

roads. An open and green

terrace.

Above Urban massing explaining the main architectural response

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steel

stairways.

Right Visualisation of the approach to the site from the metro station along Århusgade

The project uses a design for reuse strategy, essentially imagining the building as a library of materials for future use. A design for disassembly strategy is employed in the design of the timber glulaminate structural system, to ensure maximum adaptability of the structure over time. Joints use bolts and steel plates, and aim to show an honest expression of the tectonic composition. to ensure an open and airy feeling on street level, however beams can be added to densify the structure

Left Disassemblable joints used in the structural system

Right, Above Cross section through the LoT, winter gardens, and bicycle workshop

Above The adaptable timber glulaminate structural system

Right, Below Cross section through the cafe, open plaza, and retail space

The program was developed to include

adjacent

space in the Århusgadekvarteret,

socio-cultural

actors that would help the LoT

as possible for a blend of indoor

become

community

and outdoor urban green spaces.

centre. These include a workshop

a

vibrant

These are expressed in the form

space for upcycling and repairing,

of enclosed winter gardens, which

a bicycle workshop, retail spaces,

allow locals to sit in a garden

shared car parking spaces, a

environment year-round, and an

cargo bike rental, and a cafe.

open urban plaza with lawns,

Addressing the lack of open green

shrubbery and shade trees.

Over the Page the proposal Above Longitudinal section through the primary functions in the project

Right Visualisation of the winter garden outside the workshop, where visitors can also work on their projects yearround. Hanging plants within the structural system add vibrancy

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Central to any library is the ability to

enabling green walls and plant life to be

store and display the objects it contains.

established across the site.

The design of the shelving system aims to replicate the construction system,

A

consisting of columns with supports

implemented to create a mezzanine in

that can be added or removed in order

double-height spaces. In the library, this

to facilitate the storage of various-sized

maximises storage space and access

objects. The system is expanded upon in

along the back wall, while in the winter

the winter gardens and exterior spaces

garden offering an experience above the

to allow for planter boxes to be stored,

tree tops.

Left, Above Fragment drawing of the library and the shelving system

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light-weight

Left, Below Fragment drawing of the winter garden and the planter box system

steel

structure

Over the Page Perspective section showing the Library of Things space, roof terrace, and winter garden

is

Floating Højskole on Egholm learning to live with the water in North Jutland’s Limfjord

Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment

9th Semester (5th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Nacho Ruiz Allen

The increasing temperatures brought by climate coastlines. Due to its status as a peninsula, the threat of rising sea levels and increased storm surges is very real for Denmark and the numerous coastal cities dotted along its edges.

Adaptation strategies here are assuming a sea level rise of 0.1-0.5m by 2050, and between 0.2-1.4m by 2100, with potential for storm surges to increase by up to 60cm by 2050 and 1.7m by 2100.

On the island of Egholm in North Jutland’s Limfjord, the concerns of rising sea levels and storm surges hits very close to home. Lying a mere 1,5 metres above the sea level at its highest natural point, the island is extremely vulnerable – in fact, it is estimated that most of the island will be underwater by 2050.

The project imagines a new adaptable vernacular, where rather than protecting from, avoiding, and attacking the ocean, we instead learn to live with the water.

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Current design and engineering approaches sea

levels

unsightly,

towards are

rising

often

ignorant

costly,

of

their

ecological context, and based on predictions of change that can

present

present

storm surges

storm surges

2050+

2100+

departure

departure

alter with time.

The design of a nature højskole off the coast of Egholm island explored

the

capacity

of

architecture to respond to and engage with the water, rather than avoiding it.

Over the Page Visualisation of the approach to

Left Diagrams demonstrating the built response to rising sea levels in two conditions: left, starting in a tidal zone; right, starting on low-lying

Below the coast, and the activity house on land

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Analysing a series of case studies helped to form an understanding of

existing

contemporary

vernacular architecture

and amphibious, a combination of

and in

allows the structure to rise with the water in extreme weather events.

Three main approaches were found:

Aspects such as the poetic and

accommodate, occurring through

aesthetic values of each typology were also analysed to create the larger narrative of the architectural

ACCOMODATE

FLOAT

AMPHIBIOUS

water and raises or moves away

project.

Left 3 case studies of buildings interacting with water were selected and analysed for their tectonic and poetic qualities. Concept models helped to form an understanding of how each strategy engaged and reacted to the water Below Working models of timber structures inspired by vernacular half-timber constructions used in Denmark

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Over the Page, Above Detail of the mooring post structures to the steel frames Over the Page, Below Sections illustrating the imagined lifetime scenario sea levels change

The design expresses sea level rise through an exoskeleton

Once the building reaches the top of the frames (estimated within the next 100 years), it will depart Egholm and move to a

the water. The height of these frames will allow for the building

location close the harbour.

to rise 1.4m, in accordance with the predicted sea level rise

On a daily basis, the mooring system provides a unique

for 2100. In this way, the future sea level can be visualized by

experience for the inhabitants, as tidal changes, wildlife, and

passersby, and create some understanding about the future

weather can be encountered in a different way than on land.

that the building is preparing for.

CURRENT SITUATION 0.0M+

30 YEARS + STORM SURGES 0.5M+

80+ YEARS 1.4M+

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The program of a nature højskole creates a place

inspired by nature, and culture.

where students can learn about and form an appreciation of the diversity of the coastline, as

The aim of this is to produce engaged citizens

they live their daily lives on the water.

who have an awareness of their impact on the environment, and the ability to critically analyse

The school is imagined to offer a range of

actions they make in their personal lives,

activities related to the coastline and draw upon

careers, and communities in the future. In a way

the other programs being designed on the island,

the students become caretakers of the land,

as well as organisations across Aalborg and

with an encompassing understanding of how

North Jutland, to create a curriculum of topics ecological richness around them in a sustainable rewilding, recreational activities on the water, art

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and responsible manner.

Locating the primary building off the

and learning, and shared dormitory

coast of the island creates a daily

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ritual in which the students arrive on

students.

the island for a day of activities, and then depart it in the evening by boat,

Focus was placed on developing

further enhancing the experience of

opportunities to come in contact with

living on the water.

the water, with a series of foldable decks designed to attach to the steel

Programmatic

functions

include

frames and be opened or closed

a boathouse for docking canoes

according to seasonal occupation and extreme weather events.

living space for dining, relaxing

Over the Page, Left Floor plan of the dormitory buildings

and provide multiple opportunities to view or interact with it daily

Over the Page, Right Perspective section looking inside the dorm rooms. Focus was put into designing built-in furniture that would enhance the connection to the water

Left Axonometric construction drawing showing the detailing of the structure in a way that allows for easy renovation and disassembly

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Over the Page, Above Left Section through the common spaces in the off-season/winter, when the building is not occupied Over the Page, Below Left Section through the common running. The fold out decks

extend the space and provide proximity to the water Over the Page, Right Floor plan of the boathouse and common buildings Right Above Visualisation of the boathouse

Right, Below Visualisation of the interior of the common room Below Segment of the facade elevation of the common building

CO-LAB a cultural cooperative in Berlin

The density of occupation and proximity of people in cities allows for great potentials in the sharing of resources, information and ideas, ultimately offering sustained growth in economic, cultural and social areas. But are we able to maximise

of society struggles to participate?

By the banks of the River Spree, in the very south-eastern corner of Berlin’s Mitte neighbourhood, lies an empty plot of land. Set in an area with a thriving cooperative building scene - including projects such as the urban Holzmarkt and the Spreefeld apartments, and less formal settlements like the Köpi Cultural Center and Teepee Land - the architect imagines a new commercial cooperative space to engage with the riverside and create a new community for creatives in the heart of Berlin.

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Studio 3 Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment

8th Semester (4th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Nuria Casais

Combining user groups including the

spaces, several architecture and other

DAZ (German Architecture Center), artists in need of affordable studio

Over the Page Visualisation of one of the public roof terraces Right, Above Longitudinal section of the site

Right, Below Diagram illustrating the program, stakeholders involved in the project, and their interactions

community of the neighbourhood, a vision for a sustainable cooperative

material innovation lab, and the greater

space is desired.

The building emerges between three

levels and rooftop terraces, creating a

primary channels of movement: a

diverse and accessible facade.

road that divides the site in half, and

The creation of a workshop space,

two pedestrian paths leading from

with facilities and equipment for

the main street towards the river.

woodworking, modelmaking, working

The built massing is based upon the

with clay, digital fabrication and

dimensions of the structural system,

production and more, is imagined as a

and is stepped back at upper levels to

place for interaction and commoning

ensure adequate daylight access to all

between the different user groups, and with the local community around

building allow public access to all

them.

Above Urban massing diagrams Left plan Below Cross section showing the parkland, public terraces on multiple levels, and internal workspaces

Importance was given to maintaining the character and artwork on the parti walls on the site edge. In order to facilitate this, an open-air walkway to the river was designed, creating a quiet facade on the western side of the site.

Investigations

into

the

facade

Above Longitudinal section through the site and the Spree River

transparency explored the possibilities for interaction and transparency between building occupants and passers-by in this narrow passageway to the water.

Left Working model to explore facade transparency

Below Individual facade situations.

These model segments could be moved around the model to explore different facade combinations.

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Left Detail drawing of the timber joints used in the construction system. Originally 1:10 Above Exploded axonometric drawing of the structural system and facade elements

Design for disassembly is used to guide the development of a building structure needs change, and the potential to respond to economic and environmental changes that may occur in the city in the longer-term. Ideas surrounding material reuse and durability are also challenged.

Heavily inspired by metabolist

traditional views about space-

architecture, the building itself

rental and reuse, and integrates

uses an ‘open-frame’ concept,

design

where user groups can build, or

closed-loop recycling of materials

‘plug-in’, their own work or studio

to ensure that each new segment

space according to their changing

of the building is created in a

needs. This idea intends to revisit

sustainable manner each time.

Right Diagrams explaining the structural system and the capacity to add/remove structural elements in order to create different external/internal situations Far Right, Above Initial scenario of a segment of the building Far Right, Below Imagined future scenario of this segment of the building, demonstrating the adaptability of the structural system

for

disassembly

and

The Moving Structures at Lønstrup

Studio 3

Adapting to shifting territories on Denmark’s west coast

Created for an architect’s retreat on the cliffs of the coastal town of Lønstrup, the moving structures at Lønstrup are a series of modular building elements designed to be disassembled and

relocated

as

their

contextual

environment shifts over time.

The exposed west coast of Denmark is highly susceptible to harsh winds and waves, which has resulted in the erosion of much of the coastline - from low-lying dunes to cliffs - at a rate of up to 3 metres per year. With issues of coastal erosion and rising sea levels affecting millions of people across the world under the increasing threats of climate change, the role of the architect in responding to and helping us adapt to these issues must be questioned.

Furthermore, what role can architectural strategies of prefabrication, modularity, and design-for-disassembly play in adapting

to

these

rapidly

environmental conditions?

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shifting

Shifting Territories for an [Un]Stable Environment

7th Semester (4th Year) Individual Project Tutor: Urszula Kozminska

Over the Page, Left

Conceived as a social discussion piece for

and research with the visiting public and

ideas of temporal architecture in response

local community, in a bid to improve

to climate issues, the design provides a

the relationship between architects and

raising awareness about the coastal erosion

working retreat for architects to conduct

the general public and discuss ideas

stays of 1-2 weeks duration, where they

around thoughtful building. The buildings

Over the Page, Right Mapping and site analysis

can hold workshops, conduct research

themselves are designed to be assembled

and

Above Storyboard of the overall concept for the building lifespan

development,

physical

for a short lifespan, and then disassembled

architectural

into parts for transportation to a new site

solutions for similar sites and situations.

when the original site becomes too unsafe

Located along a popular walking trail to

to inhabit. The use of local materials for the

Rubjerg Knude lighthouse, the retreat will

building cladding is intended to enhance

also open to the public to share knowledge

the connection with the local context.

prototypes

of

and

possible

test

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The majority of project development

could draw inspiration for contextual

was

solutions and their detailing.

focused

repeatable

on

modular

designing system

a that

could adjust to many situations.

Greatly inspired by the success of

Ideas around ‘self-build’ (being able

the

open-source

WikiHouse,

the

to construct the structure without contracting a builder or architect) and

be repeated and mirrored to provide

readable modular elements to ensure

new spaces, and a ‘kit of parts’

accessibility were key to this idea.

that would be used to assemble a

Research into vernacular building

whole structure. This system would

styles

greater

allow users to cut and assemble as

contemporary

many building frames as desired,

in

Denmark

Scandinavia, modular

and

housing

and

systems

from

and assemble them in a range of

across the world, provided a bank

formations according to needs and

of existing knowledge from which I

site constraints.

1st Column Summerhouse case studies

Above Modules in different combinations

2nd Column Modular and prefabricated seld-build houses case studies

Over the Page, Top Site plan of the buildings, illustrating their proximity to the cliff and start point of the walking trail to Rubjerg Knude

3rd Column Case studies of self-build system elements and joints

Over the Page, Middle Section B through buildings

4th Column Sketch details and system elements of own design

Over the Page, Below Kit of parts and assembly instructions for the designed structures

Above Explorations of the inhabitable wall designed into the modular system Below Landscape section through the site

Adaptability was built into the

the building to sit on any terrain.

design so it could be reformatted

A simple secondary structure

to suit a new site and program,

provides a sturdy base onto which

following

from

a variety of cladding options

Lønstrup. Without knowing the

could be attached – the idea

future site, the aim was to build

being that one could source local

for as many future possibilities

materials at each site with which

as

its

possible.

conditions

departure

Diverse

were

terrain

tackled

by

an inhabitable wall on one side of

introducing round pieces at the joints, allowing the walls (or legs)

to furnish, store, or inhabit each

to be rotated to angles and letting

frame in a different way.

Left, Above Material and structural components of the module Left, Below Illustration of how the built expression and cladding changes in different contexts Below Diagrams showing the adjustable legs and hinges of the structure.

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Bachelor Projects

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The Museum of Biomimicry & Technology A cultural and educational landmark to activate the Camperdown Precinct

Design Integration Lab: Capstone Semester 2, 3rd Year Individual Project Result: High Distinction

Tutor: Dr Christhina Candido Email: christhina.candido@ sydney.edu.au

Left Perspective of the building viewed from Parramatta Rd

Below Closeup of 1:100 scale model

The Museum of Biomimicry and Technology (MoBaT), is a new centre for education and

inner-city life in Camperdown.

organisms and systems found in nature. Building

programs through exposure to new ideas and

also operates as a space for interdisciplinary play.

URBAN ANALYSIS A detailed exploration was

conducted

to

understand the role of the

museum

project

Camperdown precinct and

adding

to

the

was collected from local documents and multiple site on the corner of a prominent

intersection

was selected as the museum site, using the

Right Series of axonometric urban study diagrams looking at key precinct areas.

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URBAN RESPONSE

south axis, allowing for a clear

residential properties and contains

and Parramatta Road, and opening up the roof to cooling summer northdirectly to the front door of the museum, and a new off-road cycle southern one, which contains the

path to cater to the local cycling population and tie into future cycling amenity plans.

Above Mass modelling diagram showing evolution of the building form

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Right Urban intervention for public transport access to the museum

Above Urban interventions for community uses Left

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Over the page, Above Final museum built form derivation Over the page, Below Section through exhibition spaces of

the museum, showing

community amenities, including a lecture theatre and an outdoor amphitheatre, allowing local community groups

from the skylights Below Elevation drawing of the building in context

A folded plate structural system was selected for its structural strength, intriguing faceted form, and its

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CONSTRUCTION & DETAILING

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Right Façade composition

Above Façade elevation, illustrating primary materials to street front

Right, Above Façade composition, focus on

Right, Below Indicative diagram of the steel truss folded plates system

Left Selection of models: 1:100 section model, 1:500 site model, and concept model.

Right 1:100 section cut model.

Constructed of boxboard, plywood, basswood, and polypropylene.

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Inner-city Townhouse Addition An addition to an existing semi-detached dwelling

Architectural Professional Practice Semester 2, 3rd Year Individual Project

Result: Distinction Tutor: Matt Markham-Lee

This project was an exercise in analysing and responding to state and local through the design of an addition to an existing semi-detached dwelling

A full set of detailed DA drawings were produced, demonstrating the proposed addition’s compliance with

Left Render of the proposed addition Right Section cut drawing

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Above Longitudinal section Right

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ADDRESS

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Eco-House

Sustainable Architectural Practice

An ecologically sustainable development demonstration space located on campus

Water management strategies such as rain water collection, grey water the conception and detailing of an

a composting toilet were employed, while the life cycle and potential reuse of all materials used in construction

for social and educational purposes.

Right Aerial plan of building in Cadigal Green site at USYD

placement of windows to allow cross-

structural insulated panels.

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Over the Page Diagrammatic illustration showing the key passive and structural design considerations of the building

Semester 1, 3rd Year Individual Project

Result: High Distinction Tutor: Dr Daniel Ryan

- Reduce heat loads in summer impact to existing stormwater courses onsite waste

rainwater can pass through to the ground underneath

to retain heat and minimise materials

- Precast concrete panels selected for minimal on-site waste and pollution

- Angled at 330 to maximise solar gains - Reduced heat loads from green roof result - Magnesium oxide external cladding

thermal mass in high summer temperatures

- Collected from roof and used to

contact - Used to water plants near the - Minimal surface contact of

- Polypropylene pipes selected, polyethylene and neoprene

- Use time-switch mode to reduce unnecessary heating water tap selected reduces the amount of water output at any time

promote handwashing - Composting toilet chosen to reduce stigma around waste disposal

operate - Composted waste in turn used to fertilise landscaping around the

data onsite during the day, and

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x

Over the Page

Left, Above Section through demonstration room.

Strategies shown operating in winter.

Left, Below Section through hangout room.

Strategies shown operating in summer.

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The Sydney Fish Markets

Design Integration Lab: Urban

an urban concept proposal to revitalise the fish markets at Blackwattle Bay

Below Interior render of the auction hall, featuring strong glulam construction

and surrounding precinct, our challenge

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Right Exploded axonometric diagram of the auction hall

Semester 1, 3rd Year Group Project

Result: Distinction Tutor: Non Arkaraprasertkul

Personal Contributions

masses and auction hall, creation of CAD model,

water play drawings.

including light rail, proposed new ferry

into

a

shared

pedestrian

roadway,

created in response to these and existing

site to draw people to the water.

Right Series of diagrams explaining the urban response

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of the design strategy, as we wanted to appeal to a wide range of demographics and create free spaces that people could enjoy daily in the precinct.

Below Section through the central canal

Right, Below Section through auction docks

Right, Above View of the childrens’ water feature Right, Middle beach pontoon

Over the Page Aerial plan of the proposed precinct, with details noted

The Crescent Multipurpose Hall Exploring structural systems and building cladding resolution

Architectural Technologies 3 Semester 1, 3rd Year Group Project

Result: High Distinction Tutor: Damien Maddell

through the design of a multipurpose hall

Above Longitudinal construction section Far Left Site plan and ground plan in context Left Render of the interior of the hall

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Personal Contributions

Below Detail drawing of ventilation system

(shared), preparation of CAD (Rhino) model and lasercutting files, creation

Right Axonometric diagram of structural support layers of the building.

drawing and 3D render.

Crescent

is

community to

a

sports

hall

and

OUTDOOR

designed

accompany

existing

INDOOR PRIMARY STRUCTURE

16mm multicell Danpalon in ‘Clear’, fixed to stile 700mm wide x 300mm thick glulam arch fixed to steel anchor at ground 40x80mm timber boards, screwed to steel C section 50x50mm timber member butt jointed to stile 10mm steel flashing screwed to steel angle

diagrid

structure

creates

a

40x40x5mm steel angle screwed to flashing and timber member 40x40mm steel SHS frame with grate 15x145mm steel louvres fixed to steel frame

adding warmth to the space.

65x205mm powdercoated RHS bolted to glulam frame 220mm steel C section bolted to I beam 270mm steel I beam bolted to RC raft slab

some

exposed

concealed,

and

support

others external

50-100mm polished pebbles RC raft slab with piers

PRIMARY SUPPORTS

place to reduce energy usage and reliance on mechanical lighting and temperature control

and selected detail drawings.

SECONDARY STRUCTURE

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The Living Atrium Rethinking student accommodation through exploration of the co-living concept

Design Integration Lab: Energy Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project

Result: High Distinction Tutor: Dr Christhina Candido

is central to the design, and is represented through the through ramps that wrap around the central atrium core.

Personal Contributions

Over the Page Render of the Living Atrium building courtyard

of thermal design strategies, resolution of studio room portion of

Left Mass-modelling diagram

materials, detailing of structural composition, conception and creation

Below Section drawing through residential area

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focus of this project, with great

the design process to ensure

design strategies were utilised to

minimise

energy

usage

footprint, orientation and natural

to reduce

mechanical and

cooling

methods.

The

design

also

rain

includes

north-facing solar panel system estimated to produce one-third

Over the Page, Left Daylight simulation results and early testing using Sefaira & a SketchUp model Over the Page, Right Section drawing through the common atrium area Right 1:200 ground plan

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BUILDING ENVELOPE DESIGN

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A large aspect of the project centred

and thermal design through material

was examined, with materials chosen

material performance were carried

Over the Page An exploded axonometric drawing was used to present the various material elements of the building. Each element was colour-coded to respond to a more detailed drawing showing the material composition of the element.

Right 1:100 model demonstrating the primary materiality and form of the building

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Rushcutter’s House Investigating passive building design in a harbour-side function hall

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Architectural Technologies 2 Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project

Result: Distinction Tutor: Rory Toomey

Personal Contributions

entertainment spaces and associated amenities, along detailed

analysis,

the

waterfront

at

Rushcutter’s

Bay

design

model, creation of lasercutting

which people use and experience the space. models, preparation of portfolio

function hall is in use.

and drawings.

Over the Page 1:100 laser cut model made from plywood and boxboard Left of function hall in context

Left 1:10 detail drawing of window

Over the Page, Above A view of the building looking out towards Rushcutter’s Bay. Over the Page, Below Longitudinal section in context

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location for the function hall within Rushcutter’s

cold southerlies in winter, and consideration was the waterfront, and is adjacent to two deciduous

spaces at the necessary times of the year.

Folded Plate Dome

Innovative Building Structures

Designing and testing a structural system through the design for a

Semester 2, 2nd Year Group Project

Result: Distinction Tutor: Richard Hough

multi-purpose hall This

unit

explored

long-spanning

structural systems and how they might

Through a

the

2500m 2

conceptual

design

for

multi-purpose

hall,

we

Left Interior atmosphere of the hall. Photograph edited in photoshop.

Above Photo of the interior of the folded plate dome 73

Personal Contributions

and testing of initial forms, creation of initial testing model (pictured right), creation and model (shared).

An initial testing model identified for

the

of

the

need

application

wire

tension

c o m p r e s s i o n rings, and a strong foundation to hold the shape of the dome under

pressure.

We then created a design

to

structural

test

the

strength

a tray hanging from four

points

on

the

dome was gradually loaded with weights.

of weight, exceeding our own expectations of

the

structural

Above Diagram of the basic principles of structure and rigidity of folded plates Right Step-by-step documentation of the structure during testing, and details of the structure that contribute to its structural stability

Dynamics

Design Integration Lab: Materials An exploration of kinetic architecture through an outdoor installation at Clovelly Beach

place according to their personal preferences and needs.

Alternately, Phase 3 exploits coastal winds to stimulate

shifts throughout the day, creating an area that is ultimately

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Semester 1, 2nd Year Individual Project

Result: High Distinction Tutor: Shayani Fernando

Over the Page, Above The site (highlighted in yellow) sits on the outer edge of the Clovelly Inlet in Clovelly, Sydney

Above Close-up details of 1:50 models Below Longitudinal site section passing through all three phases of the project

Over the Page, Below Final trio of 1:50 models

“Designed by time, shaped by life...”

Architect David Fisher

Plan drawing

Section Section

Above Axonometric diagram illustrating the evolution of the cube form Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 1 Over the Page Plan and section drawings of a kinetic cube

to choose the amount of sun and shade space

and folded out for use throughout the day. The

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Right, Above Axonometric diagram showing the kinetic architecture on site Right, Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 2

Phase Two featured a terraced courtyard wrapping around a centralised hearth, creating two distinct

masonry walls and lighten the entire structure, while simultaneously allowing for adjustment to

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Bathrooms/Changerooms

Right

- Female Far Right Axonometric diagram of the kinetic wall, showing basic joinery and illustrating the

- Male

Storage Sinks Lockers Sinks

Below Longitudinal site section through Phase 3

Phase Three incorporated restroom amenities

mirrored doors to mimic the feature wall, and a at the front of the structure offers a modest waiting and seating area for families and groups while they utilise the facilities.

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Architectural Technologies 1

The Cove Cube An introduction to building construction through the design of a way station along Sydney’s waterways

Semester 2, 1st Year Individual Project

Result: High Distinction Tutor: Ellen RosengrenFowler

ensure the two seats within the structure is

situated

alongside

a

stretch

of the whole day throughout the year, allowing for total protection from the harsh Australian sun year-round. The

digitally allowing for rapid changes, while

Situated at a bend of the Lane Cove River, the Cove Cube extends out from the existing rocky landscape towards the water, allowing viewers to fully immerse themselves in the panoramic view of the riverine bushland around them.

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125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners Zinc cladding, fixed to marine ply with steel clips

Zinc cladding, fixed to marine ply with steel clips 20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame

20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 20mm marine ply, bolted to SHS steel frame, with Zinc cladding attached on outer side of marine ply with steel clips 10mm laminated glass bolted to stainless steel brackets 30x50mm stainless steel brackets bolted to deck

6mm perforated steel bolted to SHS frame 125x75mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS frame at corners 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS footing and top SHS beam 100x20mm dar glulam hardwood nailed to 50x50mm hardwood frame, bolted to deck 200x50mm dar glulam hardwood decking bolted to joists 125x125mm galvanised steel SHS joist welded to SHS footing

60x200mm dar glulam hardwood edging, bolted to decking 60x200mm dar glulam hardwood joists, bolted to bearers

125x125mm galvanised steel SHS footing bolted to ground

Over the Page

60x200mm dar glulam hardwood bearers, bolted to steel SHS posts

Landscape section

125x125mm galvanised steel SHS welded to SHS steel frame and bolted to steel SHS post

Cube in its context,

150x150mm galvanised steel SHS, bolted to bearers

showing the Cove high above the river Above Detailed section through the building, with proposed

250x250mm galvanised steel base plate, welded to steel posts and bolted to ground

construction detailed

Right 1:50 scale model made with boxboard, balsa wood, and assorted materials

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Left Physical models used in initial design stages to evolve structural development of the building (seen underneath) Below View of the Lane Cove River from the Cove Cube site

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Building Study - the Hagia Sophia An introduction to ancient and early-modern architecture

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Architectural History & Theory Semester 1, 1st Year Group & Individual Project

Result: Distinction Tutor: Nathan Etherington

This unit introduced architectural styles, concepts

culminated

with

a

Building

compilation of a report and Personal Contributions

construction

of

models to represent a selected

handmade

section cut model, construction

such as the materials used, the

Left Final handmade model at a scale of 1:400

the construction of the great renowned for.

Right, above Constructing individual columns and laying them to show these features. The Right, middle Constructing the aisle of the building, giving depth to the model Right, below Constructing the nave and beginning the halfdomes to each side of the primary dome

original plans and sections of to suit. Templates of the pieces were used to cut accurate windows and doorways, and hours of patience and piece the whole thing together. allowed, so the entire piece was

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