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AYESHA SYED

Hello! I am recent graduate in M.L.A. and my background is in Civil Engineering.

My interest is to bridge creative vision with engineering precision, allowing me to develop landscapes that are both beautiful and sustainable places.

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University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Year of 2022-24

Master of Landscape Architecture Green Roofs Certificate

Gujarat Technological

Ahmedabad, India Year of 2017-21

Bachelor of Civil Engineering Education.

Technological University,

Mapping Software: ArcGIS

2D Drafting: AutoCAD

5 Cincinnati, Architecture

3D Modelling: Revit Rhino

Rendering: Lumion

Skills. Experience.

Editing: Photoshop, Illustrator

InDesign

Meisner Associates, Cincinnati University of Cincinnati, Research Work under Professor UC Planning+Designing+Construction, University of Cincinnati P&J Studio, Ahmedabad, India

Location:University of Cincinnati Medical Campus, Cincinnati Instructor: Barry Kew

Memorial is a time capsule. Showing the past to inform a reflect on the incident.

Sculpture and architecture aid in portraying that idea. Healing space to get out of trauma and provide peace

ARTISTIC INSPIRATION

This quilt building pattern process has been an opportunity to learn more about the unfortunate radiation experiments happened at University of Cincinnati Hospital. Similarly, the pattern is exploring the aspects of aftermath of these radiation experiments on the cancer patients. The stages they went through after the radiation experiment are explored in the pattern. For that, there have been few art and symbology from which I have drawn inspiration for my pattern. Also choosing key information like numbers and colors to express the story through the pattern.

Circulation Study Sun Study

Wind Study

SOLID WALLS

FRAGMENTATION

In our site context, the UC medical campus is the prime location as that’s where the incident happened. The medical staff, intimately connected to the healthcare narrative of the site. would find a space for reflection and empathy. Beyond these immediate stakeholders, the surrounding community, which engages with the area for various purposes, also becomes an integral part of the memorial’s audience. By considering the broader community, the memorial not only becomes a place of remembrance but also a symbol of collective healing and shared history. In all, the site grounds the memorial in its historical context and ensures that its impact resonates with those directly involved as well as the wider community that converges in this dynamic space.

PROCESS

Getting design inspiration from the quilt, an artwork, that speaks its own language in portraying emotions like empathy, disturbance, and modularity, it would be amusing if it translated into site design. A memorial, in essence, serves as a profound time capsule, encapsulating the past and unveiling its stories to inform and evoke reflection on significant incidents. The synergy between sculpture and architecture plays a pivotal role in translating this concept into a tangible experience. Beyond mere physical structures, a memorial transforms into a healing space, a sanctuary crafted to guide individuals through the journey of trauma toward a place of inner peace.

ENVIRONMENTAL

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL EDUCATION

SENSORY EXPERIENCE

HEARING

LANDFORMS SHADOW PLAY CONNECTIONS AND CIRCULATIONS

WATER PLAY

ZONE 1: MEANDERING ZONE

ZONE 2: WALLED FOREST

Cultural exploration

Understanding death and grief

ZONE 3: PLAZA

Space for art and architecture

Strengthens social bonds

ZONE

4: HEALING QUAD

Improved air quality Habitat creation

VEGETATION PEOPLE AND ACTIVITY

The design utilizes the natural terrain by incorporating raised and lowered terrace beds, resulting in a tiered landscape effect. Varied heights of walls are strategically placed to manipulate sunlight and cast intriguing shadows. While a central pathway guides visitors through distinct zones, there are opportunities for exploration and interaction with the landscape elements. Water features are interconnected through a channel, producing a calming white noise as water cascades. Carefully selected plants provide shade and contribute to a healing environment, particularly for individuals who have undergone trauma. The memorial site offers a space for socializing and introspection, encouraging visitors to engage with both each other and their surroundings. 1 2 2 3 4 1

Memorial parks can create a sense of community for those who have lost loved ones. Having a designated space to visit and reflect can be comforting for those who are grieving.

Memorial parks can be open to the public and serve as a place for quiet reflection or even educational purposes. Visitors may learn about local history, significant figures, or simply contemplate mortality and life in a peaceful setting.

Memorial parks incorporate public art installations or unique architecture into their design. This can enrich the cultural landscape of a community and provide a beautiful backdrop for remembrance.

Trees and plants in memorial parks absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, contributing to cleaner air.

Memorial parks designed to accommodate diverse cultural practices around death and remembrance can provide a window into different cultures and traditions. This can foster tolerance, understanding, and respect for a variety of beliefs.

Memorial parks can be a gathering place for families and communities during times of grief. Sharing memories and offering support in a designated space can strengthen social bonds during difficult times.

TransitScape: Riverfront Transit Center

Location: Downtown Cincinnati, Ohio

Instructor: Jane Bian

PHASE 1 PHASE 2

Group Work Analysis Part

Exploring options of transportation integrating with the urban fabric. The primary aim of the space is to build a versatile system that provides multiple alternatives for transiting along with community space for engagement.

URBAN ANALYSIS

Individual Work Design Part

1 -mile buffer

Business Zones Green Spaces Zones Historic Zones

PROCESS

Design alternatives and design development phase to reach final design

CONCEPT MODEL

PLAN

Developing alternative options for problem solving through model building

GOALS

PARK+RIDE CONCEPT

A park and ride facility is a transportation system that allows commuters to park their vehicles at a designated location and then transfer to public transportation, such as buses or trains, to continue their journey.

-Strategize the connections

-Promote green spaces and corridors

-Reduce carbon footprint

-Increase biodiversity

-Reduce car dependability

ACTIVITY MAP

PHASE 1

Group Work Analysis Part

Industrial Symbiosis

PHASE 2

Individual Work Design Part

INDUSTRY+SYMBIOSIS+BIOME

Industrial symbiosis refers to a collaborative and mutually beneficial relationship between different industries or companies where they exchange materials, energy, water, and by-products in order to improve overall efficiency, reduce waste, and achieve environmental and economic benefits.

The project aims to generate energy for the site itself and the neighborhood community yet serving as a public space. Process starts where the wastewater and sludge is seperated from at Treatment plant. This is transported through the abandoned underground tunnel to the site where the industrial units are located.

LEGEND:

Digestor

Generator

Storage Units

Desert box

Tropical box

Bonsai box

Green roofs

Ramps

10. Staircase

11. Benches

12. Tables

13. Planters

14. Turf patches

15. Pervious Hardscape

16. Water Channels

17. Phyto-lab

Floral box

Axonometric Sections

The section shows the process of energy generation- the sludge enters anaerobic digestor where methane gas is generated by micro-organisms trying to dissect it.

The methane gas then goes to generator chamber where gas gets converted to energy using turbines.

This energy is then used on site and excess is supplied to neighborhoods.

Longitudinal Sections

The design contains different “green boxes” which is for people to various experiences within a single zone like conservatory.

The zones are desert box, bonsai box, floral box and tropical box. Along with that there are two green roofs which are un-accessible but made to catch rain water.

The renderings show human interaction with the space.

Rendering of the Phyto-Lab

In the tunnel, borrowing the concept from the Low-line Project in NYC of creating underground research park. Here, the waste water from plant and excess rainwater collected from site is remediated in this lab. Depending on the level of filtration and degree of use it can be used and suplied on site and surrounding neighborhood.

Google Earth Engine

Learning to code and use the satellite imagery to generate maps. The below image is depicting the Cincinnati tri-state area’s night light data. To better understand the concentration and urban sprawl.