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Muhammad Ashifur Rahman Portfolio

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Muhammad Ashifur Rahman

Membership number of IAB (Institute of Architects Bangladesh): R-093

ASLA Student Member

Phone: 7017297643

Email: rony.arch.07@gmail.com

Present Address: Fargo, ND 58102

Skills:

- Research Methodologies

- Presentation Skills

- Designing Experiments

- Literature Searches

- Teaching Students

- Data Analysis

- AutoCAD

- Lumion

- Twinmotion

- Sketchup

- Rhino

- Adobe Photoshop

Language Pro ciency:

Bangla - Native English - Professional

Hindi - Professional

I am motivated to study abroad in order to broaden my international outlook while simultaneously strengthening my professional abilities. I am especially eager to become acquainted with di erent architectural and landscape architectural design styles and techniques. I have never had the desire to become a great architect. Instead, I strive to become great at everything I wish to achieve, therefore allowing greatness to transcend into all aspects of who I am. With this philosophy intact, I believe that as my purpose in life unfolds, I will be a success. I have chosen architecture and landscape architecture in which to excel at, because I understand that as a designer, I have an opportunity to evoke change through reinterpretation of human interaction with the built environment.

I am fascinated by architecture and landscape architecture because of the melding of science and art towards creating something that has utility and beauty, impacts on the environment of many people and that will stand perhaps for generations. The responsibilities of an both architect and landscape architect are quite breath-taking combining so many disparate skills and taking account of the needs and views of so many with direct and indirect interests in a project.

Educational Background

Bachelor of Science, Architecture, (Fall-2005) Ahsanullah University of Science And Technology - Dhaka, Bangladesh

Masters in Landscape Architecture, (Spring- 2024) North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND

Activities and Honors

- Nebraska Dakota’s Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects Merit Award- 2024

- 2024 Landscape Architecture Foundation’s (LAF) Olmsted Scholar

- Graduate Student Council, NDSU, Co-Chair of Strategic Planning Committee 10/2022 – 05/2023

- Bangladesh Student Organization, NDSU, President 06/2023 – 05/2024

- Institute of Architects Bangladesh, Member 04/2008 – Present Dhaka, Bangladesh

Field of Interest

- Consulting Company.

- Creative eld to explore innovative ideas.

- Research and Development agency.

- Developer and Real Estate Company.

Professional Experience

Landscape Architect, 05/2024 - Present

Turf Tamers LLC - Fargo, ND

Graduate Research Assistant, 08/2022 - 05/2024

North Dakota State University - Fargo, ND

Senior Architect, 12/2018 - 07/2022

Grameen Telecom Trust - Dhaka, Bangladesh

Manager (D & D Department), 10/2014 - 12/2018

Navana Real Estate Ltd. - Dhaka, Bangladesh

Manager (Design Department), 10/2010 - 10/2014

Asset Developments & Holdings Ltd. - Dhaka, Bangladesh

Associate Architect, 04/2006 - 10/2010

Education Engineering Department - Dhaka, Bangladesh

Summary

Astute Graduate Research Assistant with excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated professional passionate about advancing knowledge in architecture and landscape architecture through high-quality research.

GRADUATE PROJECTS

1) THE LANDING PARK OF THE MID-AMERICAN STEEL, FARGO, ND - BRIDGING THE PAST AND FUTURE THROUGH SOUNDSCAPE ANALYSIS

2) STREET OF THE FUTURE AND SPATIAL ENVIRONMENT @ PIER 36 OF LOWER EAST MANHATTAN

3) “URBAN INFILL” RE-VIEWING AND RE-VIEWING ROBERTS STREET, FARGO

4) HISTORY, ANALYTICS AND RESTORATION OF RED RIVER WETLAND PARK IN FM DIVERSION, FARGO, ND

5) COMPLETING AND RE-IMAGINING OF 10TH STREET, FARGO

6) MEDORA NATIVE MEADOWS, MEDORA

THE LANDING PARK OF THE

MID-AMERICAN STEEL, FARGO, ND

BRIDGING THE PAST AND FUTURE THROUGH SOUNDSCAPE ANALYSIS

INTRODUCTION

Nestled along the banks of the Red River, downtown Fargo, North Dakota, stands as a dynamic testament to the evolution of urban landscapes. In this thriving city, where history intersects with innovation, a bold vision has taken root on the historic grounds of the Mid-American Steel site. The Mid-American Steel Site Landing Park Project is poised to breathe new life into this historically signi cant location, fostering a harmonious blend of green spaces and modern urban living.

PREMISE

• A park that integrates historical elements of the Mid-America Steel site with a forward-looking design.

• Focusing on creating a soundscape that re ects both the industrial past and the evolving future of the area.

• The project aims to use sound as a medium to create a harmonious blend of natural and mechanical Sounds that re ect the site's transformation from a steel manufacturing hub to an urban retreat.

• Signi cant aspects of the steel industry are represented through design narratives that tell the site's story and its transformation.

RESEARCH

• The redevelopment of this historic site into a vibrant and sustainable urban park.

• The trans-formative potential of soundscape analysis is a space that resonates with both history and modernity.

• This research aims to capture the auditory essence of the site and integrate it into a contemporary park setting. This approach is about preserving historical soundscapes and understanding and creating a sonic environment that enhances the visitor experience.

DOCA

ANALYSIS

Value

Production Logic

• Production Logic

• Manufacturing

• Efficiency

Ecological Value Nature

• Transportation • Emotion • Health • Recreation • Equity Life Logic

Objective-1

Cultural history: Incorporate and highlight any remaining industrial structures or artifacts, turning them into focal points or integrating them into the landscape. These elements can serve as reminders of the site's history.

Objective-2

Soundscape quality: The track is passed through the design site, and soundscape is a vital consideration that needs to be minimized by testing di erent landscape components such as plantation and berm.

Objective-3

Ecological processes: Linking two historical events with the harmony of landscape elements and blending traditional landscaping with modern design elements to create a unique aesthetic that acknowledges the past while looking forward.

MASTER PLAN

The Mid-American Steel Site Landing Park Project, a unique endeavor in downtown Fargo, North Dakota, aims to transform the historic grounds of the Mid-American Steel site into a vibrant, sustainable park. This initiative, unlike any other, focuses on the trans-formative potential of soundscape analysis to enhance the visitor’s experience by preserving historical soundscapes and creating a harmonious blend of nature and mechanical sound.

NORTHERN

MAIN AVENUE

VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE

MAIN AVENUE

SOUND LEVEL WITH TRAIN MOVEMENT

SOUND LEVEL SECTION WITH TRAIN MOVEMENT

OLD RAIL TRACK (P-1)

The perspective shows the old rail line transformed into a landscape that allows walking in planting beds on exposed rail tracks.

PERSPECTIVE OF SOUND WALL & PEDESTRIAN CROSSING (P-2)

HERITAGE PLAZA (P-3)

Heritage plaza is the symbol of the old footprint of Fargo Foundry.

Permeable Pavement

STREETSCAPE ECOLOGY (P-4)

This detail shows the street components with rain and surface water collection methods to make a sustainable park environment.

Natural

Walkway

Gravel

Wood

Mulch

Flowering

Perennials & Grasses

Stone

Channel

Sand Bed

Perforated Pipe

Gravel Road

RCC

Pavement

Wood Mulch

Sand Bed

Soil

Water Driving Pipe

RAIN GARDEN (P-5)

This detail exhibits the water flow structure of the rain garden.

SECTION OF HERITAGE PLAZA (X1-X1)

This section illustrates infill structures and heritage plaza components including the smooth sound wall.

SECTION OF BIOSWALE (Y1-Y1)

This section exhibits bioswales for rain and surface water collection before being connected to the retention pond.

STREET OF THE FUTURE AND SPATIAL ENVIRONMENT @ PIER

36 OF LOWER EAST MANHATTAN

Project Statement

The master plan pier 36 of lower east Manhattan as a priority for waterfront development and creating the Festival Pier for the neighborhoods. By consid ering the principals for convincing public spaces, walkable residential areas and sustainability of this project.

10-acre site will be design into a landmark waterfront and mixed used development for surrounding communities. The prime objective of this design to create a waterfront which will be key value in concern of sustainability and ecological impact.

The goals of this project:

1.Restoration of existing warehouse and transform this to a retail and commercial space.

2.Provide open space for the neighborhood.

3.Sustainable landscape design.

4.Create improved continuous bicycle and pedes trian paths linked to the neighborhood.

5.Improve city and neighborhood accessibility to waterfront activity and amenities.

6.Pedestrian friendly waterfront boulevard, serving parks.

7.Creating urban plaza for visitors, neighborhood and tourist.

8.Create a green parking to reduce the thermal e ect from pavement surface.

9.Create a rain garden to restore rain water.

Eco Forest with Native Plants

Amphitheater

Mid Level Pedestrian Bridge

Bridge to Water

Pedestrian Plaza Towards East River

Pedestrian Walkway Towards East River

“URBAN INFILL”

RE-VIEWING AND RE-VIEWING ROBERTS STREET, FARGO

The site location consists of 0.48 acre of land at the intersection of 2nd Avenue North and Roberts Street North, Downtown Fargo. This space is currently utilized as a parking lot. Through the analysis of the development regulation of downtown, 100% can be utilized for new development.

By understanding the nature of downtown living environment and its surroundings, it is more ideal to develop wider pedestrian access and public amenities to integrate people with recreational activities. The underlying idea of this design is to create a sustainable public place beside street, develop the idea of indoor public space within a private property and a sustainable roof garden for all seasons.

The prime objective of this design to make a privately Owned Public Space both in outdoor and indoor area where people can spend their time in a desirable environment.

feet during a 500-year event, making larger ood events ghtable. the southern embankment portion of the project. The Project will be the rst federal U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project to ever be implemented using a P3 delivery method.

Context Map

This area is dominated by firm land. The site is strategically located near the city. It is also on the edge of Minnesota state. There is the opportunity for the people of the two states to enjoy the proposed park. Weakness

The

Section X2X2 Towards Red River Strength

Section of wetland zone

Section X1X1 Section of Sediment Pond

Native plants in wetland

-Wetland ecosystems that are dominated by native plant species typically support a greater variety of wildlife than those dominated by non-native species. Native plants provide important habitats and food sources for a range of animals, from insects and birds to amphibians and sh.

-Native plants in wetlands can help to improve water quality by ltering pollutants, reducing erosion, and absorbing excess nutrients. This can help to reduce the impacts of human activities on wetland ecosystems and improve the health of downstream water bodies.

-Native wetland plants can also help to sequester carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, helping to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The water quality structure of wetlands is characterized by their ability to remove and transform pollutants and nutrients, and to maintain a balance between the water and sediment in the wetland ecosystem.

-Sedimentation: Wetlands are e ective at removing sediments and suspended solids from the water column. As water ows through a wetland, the sediments settle out and are trapped in the wetland soil, helping to clarify the water.

-Chemical transformations: Wetlands can also transform pollutants and contaminants in the water column, through processes such as adsorption, precipitation, and microbial degradation. This can help to reduce the concentration of harmful substances and make the water safer for downstream use.

-Habitat: Wetlands provide important habitat for a range of aquatic and terrestrial species. A healthy wetland ecosystem can support a diverse array of plant and animal life, contributing to biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.

COMPLETING AND RE-IMAGINING OF 10TH STREET, FARGO

Street Location- 10th St. N

Road Direction- One Way

Tra c Nature- Bus, Regular Vehicles

Nature of the Area- Mixed Use

(Education, Residential, Projected for Commercial Use)

Existing Program - Pedestrian, No Bicycle Zone, No Place for Dropo , Absence of Speed limit sign.

Proposed Program - Bicycle zone, Drop o zone , Sitting provision, Disable People Accessibility, Bu er Zone, Bio ltration, Narrowing Vehicular Road to Control Speed Limit.

Design concept:

10th Street North is a one road and it vehicles speed (30 mi/hr) is mostly higher. To limit the speed at the junction of 2nd Avenue and 10th street I level change has been proposed in design and reduction of road width is introduced at this junction along with universal accessibility for pedestrians. Drop o lane is added immediate after the intersection of 2nd Avenue and 10th street. New bicycle zone has been added on west side of 10th Street and there is bu er zone beside the Buick lane. Sitting arrangements also been added both side of the road. Bio ltration is added on East side road. To make more lively of this road more regional plants has been introduced both side of 10th street , which will also make more comfortable zone for pedestrians.

of proposed Design Area of 10 St. N

View

MEDORA NATIVE MEADOWS, MEDORA

Programming

The initial intention is to focus on a program based on a site located on land that is restricted for new development.

Opportunities

- Advantages of natural features such as rivers, topography, and natural vistas.

- Protecting topsoil, which is more stable than the rest of the city.

- Connect with historical facilities.

- Integration with existing recreational facilities.

Goals and objectives

- Preserve existing plant species and protect topsoil from erosion.

- Promote native plants and grass to improve biodiversity.

- Develop a sustainable plan concerning existing topography and function.

- Develop nonvehicular connectivity, avoiding con ict with vehicular circulation.

Program Element

- Mixed-use zone.

- Attract tourists and enhance connectivity.

- Enhance entertainment and open space facilities such as amphitheater, swimming pool, playground, trails, and dog park.

- Promoting native plant species and play environment.

- Enhance natural conservation assets.

Master Plan

Pedestrian Bridge

Natural Play Area

Chimney Gallery

River Embankment

PROFESSIONAL PROJECTS

1) MYMENSINGH ENGINEERING COLLEGE

2) BEGUM ROKEYA UNIVERSITY RANGPUR

3) SHAMAJIK MEDICAL COLLEGE, HOSPITAL AND HEALTH TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE

4) NAVANA BELGRAVIA BARIDHARA

5) AL AMIN JAMEA SCHOOL & COLLEGE SYLHET

6) NAVANA ATRIUM

7) NAVANA FS COSMO

8) NAVANA OCEANIC

9) NAVANA TRANQUILITY GULSHAN

10) NAVANA ANTHORIUM BARIDHARA

11) PLOT 21 ROAD 4 BARIDHARA

MYMENSINGH ENGINEERING COLLEGE

Project type: Educational Institution

Project client:

Education Engineering Department

Ministry of Education, Bangladesh

Site location: Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Site area: 15 Acres

Project status: Completed

This project was initiated by Education Engineering Department, Ministry of Education, Bangladesh in the year of 2007. This project was built near the bypass road of Dhaka- Mymensingh highway. There are two part of this project one is academic zone and other is residential zone. In academic area there are 03 academic building, 01 administrative building, 01 library, 02 boy's hostel and 01 ladies hostel. In residential zone there is 01 principal residence, 02 teachers quarter, 02 o cers quarter, 02 sta quarter and a mosque.

BEGUM ROKEYA UNIVERSITY RANGPUR

Project type: Educational Institution

Project client:

Education Engineering Department

Ministry of Education, Bangladesh

Site location: Rangpur, Bangladesh

Site area: 100 Acre

Project status: All phase completed

This project was initiated by Education Engineering Department, Ministry of Education, Bangladesh in the year of 2008. The master plan of this project initially designed in three phase development with the projection of 30 years development. At present situation 1st phase is completed and 2nd phase construction ongoing.

SHAMAJIK

MEDICAL COLLEGE, HOSPITAL AND HEALTH TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE

Project type: Healthcare facilities

Project client: Grameen Telecom, Grameen Kalyan

Site location: Diabari, Uttara, Dhaka

Project status: Cpmpleted

The project is being designed and built in three phases on the 6.3-acre green eld campus:

Phase 1 – Grameen Caledonian College of Nursing (GCCN) – Academic and Hostel Buildings

Phase 2 – Samajik Medical College& Hospital – Hospital Building

Phase 3– Samajik Medical College & Hospital– Academic Building & Health Technology Institute

This campus master plan, although approved as drawn, is conceptual in nature and shows the general requirements and orientation of buildings, landscape, access, etc. This master plan may be adjusted to accommodate programming, design, construction decisions, etc. as the design phases progress.

NAVANA BELGRAVIA BARIDHARA

Project type: Residential

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-8, Road-1, Baridhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 11 katha (7920 sft)

Project status: Completed

This is 12 storied building with 02 basement. There is a community space at 1st oor, common facilities in ground oor and 10 apartment oor. Each oor has a one unit residential apartment with 04 bed room, 01 living room, 01family living area with dining space, large kitchen, servant room and spacious balcony. On roof top there are swimming pool with garden. This project has dynamic form which emphasize the in nity swimming pool and twisting form of living room.

AL AMIN JAMEA SCHOOL & COLLEGE SYLHET

Project type: Institutional

Project client:

Mohammad Jashim Uddin, Principal

Al amin Jamea School and College

Site location: Major Tila, Sylhet

Site area: 515 sqm.

Project status: Completed

The concept of the project was to make an environment which will act as a platform of educational institute and also a breathing space simultaneously for the students where green and exposed brick will play a role to ensure the story.

NAVANA ATRIUM

Project type: Mixed Used

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-91,92,93, Shajhadpur, Progoti Shoroni, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 35 katha (25200 sft)

Project status: Ongoing

This is 15 storied mixed used project with 02 basement. There are two block in this project. In 1st block ground to 3rd oor are designed for commercial space and rest of the oor will be residential more over 2nd block are designed fully residential building. There are 100 nos. apartment in this project with children play area, community space.

Design concept of this project to create distinct identity of commercial and residential part with in same building. There for I used glass facade with dynamic form for commercial part on the other hand residential has solid facade with projected balcony.

NAVANA FS COSMO

Project type: Commercial

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-4B, Road-94, Gulshan, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 10 katha (7200 sft)

Project status: Completed

This is 13 storied commercial building with 03 basement. Each oor has single commercial space. The form of this project designed for iconic building in the city. This is glass building with double glazing system with thermal e ciency. It has two stairs with two high speed elevator.

NAVANA OCEANIC

Project type: Residential

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-40, Purana Paltan, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 15 khatha (10800 sft)

Project status: Completed

This is a residential project designed for middle income client. It is 10 storied building with 01 basement. Each oor has a four unit residential apartment with 03 bed room, 01 living room, 01family living area with dining space, kitchen, servant room and two spacious balcony. On ground oor there is a community space with common facilities.

NAVANA TRANQUILITY GULSHAN

Project type: Residential

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-6a, road-67, Gulshan, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 10 katha (7200 sft)

Project status: Completed

This is a residential project designed for high end client. It is 09 storied building with 01 basement. Each oor has a one unit residential apartment with 04 bed room, 01 living room, 01family living area with dining space, large kitchen, servant room and three spacious balcony. On roof top there are swimming pool with garden.

NAVANA ANTHORIUM BARIDHARA

Project type: Residential

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-17, Road-7, Baridhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 10 khatha (7200 sft)

Project status: Completed

PLOT 21 ROAD 4 BARIDHARA

Project type: Residential

Project client:

Navana Real Estate Ltd., Bangladesh

Site location:

Plot-21, Road-4, Baridhara, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Site area: 12 katha (8640 sft)

Project status: Completed

This is 12 storied building with 02 basement. There is a community space at 1st oor, common facilities in ground oor and 10 apartment oor. Each oor has a one unit residential apartment with 04 bed room, 01 living room, 01family living area with dining space, large kitchen, servant room and spacious balcony.

UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTS

1) INTRA-DISTRICT WATER TRANSPORT TERMINAL

2) URBAN RENEWAL OF GAUSIA AND NEWMARKET AREA

3) 24 STORIED CITY CENTER CHITTAGONG

4) CHITTAGONG BOAT AND COUNTRY CLUB

5) ECONOMY CLASS APARTMENT AT MIRPUR

INTRA-DISTRICT

WATER

TRANSPORT TERMINAL

Level and term: 5th Year 2nd Semester

Site location: Sadarghat, Dhaka

Building type: Master plan/ terminal building

Project duration: 13 weeks

Program: Conservation

Major Landing Station At Sawari Ghat (Passenger Terminal)

Transport Route

Sadar Ghat Minor Landing Station

Cargo Loading & Unloading

Fruit Market:

Planning Policies:

-Creating Linking Thoroughfare Through Major Arteries And Joining Them With Ghats. Node Development & Treating The Nodes As Public Spaces And Heart Of Activity.

-Height Restriction In Di erent Belts Of River.

-Facade Treatments To Be Restricted To Keep The Similarity With The Historical Signi cant Buildings By Wall Detailed, Arches Of The Windows, Entries Etc, But Internal Use Of The Building Are Not Restricted.

-Creating Public Amenities Respecting The Riverfront.

-Segregation And Restriction Of Di erent Type Of Vehicles, Pedestrians Etc.

-Creating Community Spaces For People With Common Courtyards, Roof Terraces, Roof Gardens Etc.

-Sectional Zoning

-Treating The Riverfront And The Surrounding Belt As A Tourist Spot.

URBAN RENEWAL OF GAUSIA AND NEWMARKET AREA

Level and term: 4th Year 2nd semester

Site location: Newmarket Dhaka

Building type: Master plan/ Commercial

Project duration: 7 Weeks

24 STORIED CITY CENTER CHITTAGONG

Level and term: 3rd Year 2nd Semester

Site location: Chittagong

Building type: Highrise Commercial Building

Site area: 6048 sqm.

Program area: 62239 sqm.

Project duration: 8 Weeks

CHITTAGONG BOAT AND COUNTRY CLUB

Level and term: 3rd Year 1st semester

Site location: Chittagong

Building type: Recreational

Site area: 55,741 sqm.

Program area: 25,357 sqm.

Project duration: 7 Weeks

Get the experience of nature and culture and promote the rich heritage of country boats to society by cultural preservation.

Programs: Boat exhibition space, library, research, training center, boat house (hotel suite), restaurant and dining facilities, health facilities, indoor and outdoor games facilities etc.

ECONOMY CLASS APARTMENT AT MIRPUR

Level and term: 2nd Year 2nd Semester

Site location: Mirpur, Dhaka

Building type: Residential

Project duration: 6 Weeks

26 Apartments of di erent sizes from 450 sqft to 900 sqft (one bed room studio type apartments to two bedroom apartments)

Children playground at ground level and shared roof spaces for community interactions, meetings, programs etc at di erent roof levels.

The project also has two seperate stairways to serve the ve units and 6 road side parking

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