BintaBah | Toronto Metropolitan University

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

SELECTED WORK 2022-2023

BINTA BAH

BINTA BAH

HELLO,

My enduring passion for architecture has been a consistent influence, guiding my academic pursuits to grasp both the technical intricacies and creative facets of design. As a student, I’ve honed my skills in adhering to established principles while embracing opportunities for innovative expression. Now, as a co-op candidate, my objective is to translate this knowledge into practical experiences, specifically focusing on design work and building science. I am eager to contribute my skills and gain valuable insights to further shape my understanding of architecture in a real-world context.

email: binta.bah@torontomu.ca

tel: 416 897 3177

linkedin: binta-bah

BINTA BAH

EDUCATION

2021-2025

Bachelor of Architectural Science [Hons]

Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto

2022-2023

Real Estate Salesperson Program

Humber College, Etobicoke

EXPERIENCE

2023-2024

2023-2024

2023-2024

Graphics Creator, DAS Lecture Commitee, Toronto Metropolitan University

-Supervised by Prof. Terri Peters and Prof. Will Galloway

-Poster and publicity creator for required CACB Lectures

-Event organizing, closing the lecture and thanking professionals on behalf of the Department and Students

First Year Mentorship Program, Architecture Course Union

-Software and academic support for first years to ensure better transition

Public Relations Coordinator

American Institute of Architectural Students

-Publicity and marketing planning for all events to educate DAS Students

-Liason to industry professionals for special DAS events

2022-2023

2020-2021

First Year Admission Tour Guide, Department of Architectural Science

-Support first year students in their transition to University

Youth Ambassador Lead, Halton Women’s Place

Burlington

-Campaign and Social Media lead for programs and events

-Graphics and content creator to jump start the new youth ambassador program

DESIGN BUILD AND COMPETITIONS

2023

Queen Street Hoarding Board, Design Build

-Team member in the design team for TTC Queen Street closing and construction

Museum of Emotions, International Competition

LANGUAGE

English - Fluent

French - Fluent

Fulani - Fluent

AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

325 Magazine Editorial Publication

Sel Beer Spa May 2023

DAS Year End Show, Residential Mid Rise May 2023

Toronto Metropolitan University

Entrance Scholarship (85-90%)

Fall 2021 - Winter 2022

TECHNICAL SKILLS

AutoCad

Revit

Rhinoceros

Photoshop Illustrator

Enscape ASSOCIATIONS

Twinmotion

Lightroom

Microsoft Suits

G- suits

In-Design Model Making

OAA Student Membership

CAWIC Student Membership

2023

Iceland Beer Spa, International Competition

2023 CERTIFICATIONS

WORK EXPERIENCE

2021-2022

Cashier, SportChek Oshawa

-Developed strong customer service and client facing skills by mastering client interactions through effective communication, problem-solving, and a customer-centric approach for positive client experiences.

REFERENCE

Jennifer Esposito

Assistant Professor, BAS, MArch, March II, OAA, MRAIC

416 979 5000 ext. 556507, jesposito@torontomu.ca

WHMIS 2023

-Comprehensive understanding of workplace safety

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DANFORTH ART CENTRE

Community Hub pg 03-10

STANLEY RESIDENCE

Residential Midrise pg 11-16

03

SUBMERSIVE Design Competition pg 17-20

04

SEL BEER SPA

Commercial Design Competition pg 21-26

05

STANLEY LANEWAY

Residential Duplex pg 27-30

DANFORTH COMMUNITY & ART CENTRE

LOCATION: 245 MAIN ST, TORONTO, ON

2023 / ACADEMIC PROJECT INTEGRATION STUDIO I

Situated in the bustling Danforth East End neighborhood, this community hub pays homage to the area’s vibrant public art scene by providing a platform for the continuous exhibition of artworks. The accessible and mirrored central circulation and massings aim to create an equitable experience for all users. A central void takes precedence through deliberate hierarchy, demonstrating to users that art can be celebrated regardless of its complexity, showcasing the enduring significance of artistic expression.

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Steel and concrete serve as both a prominent material feature and structural elements. In the gallery space, a light, grand, and airy atmosphere is achieved through the utilization of white steel and light concrete slabs for ceilings. In contrast, other areas benefit from drop ceilings, creating a comfortable and more intimate ambiance.

ART CLASSROOM LOCATED ON THIRD FLOOR

GALLERY SPACE LOCATED ON SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR

SECTION A

Left > Right

1.Parapet Wall

Steel Cap Flashing

Sloped Sheet Steel Coping

Sloped Cont. Blocking

300mm Concrete Wall

Spandrel Assembly

Firesafing Block

0.08mm Roofing Membrane

6 mil Vapour Barrier

300mm Reinforced Concrete Slab

2. Curtain Wall

25mm Steel Mullion

Low E Triple Glazing

105mm Deep Blue Spandrel Panel

100mm Rockwool Mineral Wool

Insulation Metal Backpan (Vapour Barrier) Anchor

1.Exterior Cladding

10mm Perforated Aluminium Sheet Steel Clips Metal profile

2. Structural Wall Assembly

125mm Precast Concrete Panels connected w/ steel plates

12mm Drainage Cavity

10mm Air Cavity

200mm Rockwool Mineral Wool

Insulation

30mm Service Zone & Air barrier

300mm Reinforced Concrete Wall

3. Floor Assembly

Metal Capping

Vapour Permeable Sheathing

Membrane

75mm Rigid Insulation

Acoustic Membrane

300mm Reinforced Concrete Slab

STANLEY RESIDENCE

LOCATION: 5 STANLEY AVE, TORONTO, ON

2023 / ACADEMIC DESIGN STUDIO III

Featured in 2023 Year End Show

The residential midrise adjacent to Stanley Park is a building that reflects the site’s trend in material, architectural style and language. Separated into three spatial masses, the middle acts as a jewel and centerpiece. The play on voids allows for a separation from the public, semi public and private thresholds. The journey users take while going to their homes becomes more enjoyable with the use of void spaces.

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PUSH CARVE ELEVATE

relationship

pushed out of the building for certain spaces within the units. for outdoor and interior relationship

Voids are created with a rectangular pattern that pushes in and out. This pattern is repeated in plan and elevation. This method allows for privacy the increase in corner spaces

Voids are created with a rectangular pattern that pushes in and out. This pattern is repeated in plan and elevation. This method allows for privacy the increase in corner spaces

The building is seperates residential and community spaces by condensing the community spaces in the middle of the building. This area is made into a transparent mass for all to see.

The building is seperates residential and community spaces by condensing the community spaces in the middle of the building. This area is made into a transparent mass for all to see.

Building Envelop is in the general shape of an extruded parallelogram 70.7 m long and 26 m wide

STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOM

STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOM

GREEN ROOF ALL)

INTENSIVE GREEN ROOF (ACCESSIBLE TO ALL)

MIX OF UNITS

6 storeys

STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOM

6 storeys

Fire Stair Elevator, Electrical, HVAC and Mechanical Core Garbage Shoot

STUDIOS AND 1 BEDROOM Fire Stair Elevator, Electrical, HVAC and Mechanical Core Garbage Shoot

AMENITIES

TOWNHOMES AMENITIES

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

STANLEY AVE

to define the hierarchy of the community spaces 6. Daycare 7. Study Space 8. Mechanical Room 9. Electrical Room 10.Vertical Bike Storage

Masses are pushed out of the building for de niton of certain spaces within the units. This allows for outdoor and interior relationship

INTENSIVE GREEN ROOF (ACCESSIBLE TO ALL)

2 STOREY TOWNHOMES

1. Gathering / Lounge Space 2. Garbage Shaft

Voids are created with a rectangular that pushes in and out. This pattern in plan and elevation. This method the increase in corner spaces

GROUND FLOOR PLAN 5 10 15m Stanley Ave 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 12 6 7 11 13 14 15 Niagara St Walnut Ave Laneway 5 10 20m UP DN DN DN otb DN otb DN A B c 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 9 otb 1 1 2

11. Custodial Closet 12. Party / Event Room 13. Gym 14. Garbage and Loading 15. Outdoor leisure space

The choice of materials draws inspiration from the neighbourhood’s architecture, capturing its industrial ambiance.

The building mirrors this aesthetic through the incorporation of brick and steel and other architectural moves such as double height spaces. The introduction of stone serves to distinguish the townhome units on the ground floor and the lobby from the remainder of the structure.

MAIN LOBBY AND RECEPTION LOCATED AT STANLEY AVE

GATHERING / LOUNGE SPACE LOCATED ON THE FOURTH FLOOR

SECTION A

EAST ELEVATION

STUDIO 50SQM

LOCATED ON THE 5TH AND 6TH

LOCATED

LOCATED

FLOORS

3 BEDROOM FAMILY UNIT 100SQM

ON THE 2ND AND 3RD FLOORS

3 BEDROOM FAMILY UNIT 100SQM

ON THE 2ND AND 3RD FLOORS

SUBMERSIVE

MUSEUM OF EMOTIONS

2023 / DESIGN COMPETION

In collaboration with; Savannah Baker

Alex Tran Parinaz Nabavi

Two emotions, serenity and discomfort are displayed in a pavilion style museum with the use of strong textures, play on heights, widths, light and natural elements such as rocks and bodies of water. Where they meet in the middle is a neutral space that conveys curiosity for users to experience before encountering other emotions.

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Roof element holding water for reflection onto the floor below

1. Serenity Positive Corridor

2. Curiosity Neutral/ Transition Corridor

3. Discomfort Negative Corridor

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

BELOW GRADE FLOOR PLAN

collaboration with alex tran

DISCOMFORT CORRIDOR

SERENITY CORRIDOR

CURIOSITY CORRIDOR

SEL BEER SPA

LOCATION: MYVATN, ICELAND 2023 / DESIGN COMPETION

In collaboration with; Savannah Baker

Angela Le

Liam Roberts

The beer spa for the Sel Hotel is a building that reflects the site’s architectural style and energy systems. The main focus is to create an inviting, functional, and innovative space that appeals to the wide range of visitors coming from the Hotel. The building celebrates the site as it leaves large viewing spaces accessible from three dominant facades for users to enjoy the landscape from all main programs.

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Views are framed and prioritized for certain programs

BREWING

HEALING BATHING VISITING EATING

BREWING

HEALING BATHING VISITING EATING

Building form is molded based on use, program and desired circulation

BREWING

HEALING BATHING VISITING EATING

Architectural elements such as gable roofs are added to match the aesthetic of the site

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

produced by liam roberts

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

INTERIOR OF CAFE

produced by liam roberts

produced by angela le

produced by liam roberts

Roof: Int > Ext

Ceiling Finish: 150mm Concrete Slab

20mm Air Gap

15.9 mm Gypsum Board

Water Barrier

100mm Mineral Wool Insulation

20mm Plywood Subflooring

Roof Sheating

Roof Finish: Dark Steel Cladding with Endlap and Nestable Sidelap Fasteners

Floor 2: Bot>Top

Interior Finish: 100mm Reinforced Concrete Slab

5mm Rubber Flooring

2 Layer of Polyethylene Sheeting

100mm Mineral Wool Insulation

15mm Soundproofing Rubber Mat

Interior Finish: 139mm Stained 5 Ply CLT Panel/ 150mm Concrete Slab

Wall: Ext> Int

Wood Siding

12mm Draining Plane

20mm Air Gap

Wood Studs 38mm x 89mm

Vapour Barrier

Wood Furring 15mm @ 610mm

150mm Rockwool Batt Insulation

Service Zone

Wall Finish: Stained Timber Wall / 3 Ply 139mm CLT Wall Panel

Acoustic Sealant

1600mm

Floor 1: Bot>Top

50mm Gravel Pad and Liquid applied Capillary Break

40mm Polypropylene Sealant:

Drainage Plane

100mm Mineral Wool Insulation

6mm Polythylene Vapour Barrier

6000mm

1. Passive French Drain Reservoir and Cistern Harvesting System (East and West of Building)

x. downspout y. below grade cistern

z. Irrigation system

2. Aluminium roof: acts as a heat sink during the day and heat source for night time, conserving energy consumption.

3. Lightwell: increase light within building

4.

Geothermal Energy Source

a. Mountains/ Volcano

b. Magma as underground heat source (heat conduction)

c. Local Geothermal Power Plan (Krafla Power Station)

d. Air to Air Heat Pumps

e. Cooling Tower

STANLEY DUPLEX

LOCATION: 12 STANLEY TERRACE, TORONTO, ON

2023 / ACADEMIC PROJECT DESIGN STUDIO III

Windows act as an extension to the outside build world, they provide sunlight, ventilation and can be manipulated to create certain views. The laneway focuses on framing certain spots and moments within the units, making it enjoyable for users indoors. This suite is meant to compliment the site and its attributes, by reflecting its most vibrant materials all while following strict laneway zoning bylaws

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STANLEYPARKNORTH