Brian Jong - Portfolio 2024

CONTENTS MArch

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HOUSING

Regenerative Design Studio

1/ COMMON LIVE, COMMON GROUND

2/ HUT OF FORAGE

MArch

PLACEMENT WORKS

Urban Design Specialization

SELECTED WORKS

RESIDENTIAL

2019

URBAN

FOLIO 2024

by B R I A N J O N G YA W S H U N G

3/ URBAN RENEWAL

4/ PART 1 WORKS

Nest House

Forum A

1/ COMMON LIVE, COMMON GROUND. Brief Year School Site Studio Tutor

l Co-Housing & Rural Living l 2th Year, MArch, 2024 l Oxford Brookes, U.K l Scotland l Regenerative Design l Alex Towler Melissa Kinnear Tamara Kahn

This project regenerates Scotland’s Falkland Estate through sustainable land stewardship. It addresses land neglect and promotes communal management by establishing a community of stewards through cohousing initiatives.Ownership will shift from individuals to a communal trust, managing the 1900-hectare estate collectively. The project integrates regenerative cycles, local resource use, and shared responsibility. It preserves historical sites like Westfield barn, blending modern design with heritage Utilizing renewable energy and careful spatial planning, the project aims to create a sustainable, inclusive environment for both the land and its inhabitants.

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Observatory Tower

Hub House

Communal Dining Hall

Orchard & Planting Field

Communal Kitchen

Seed Bank

Growing Area

Drop Off

Common House

Carpool Shed

Workshop Green House Gear Library Community Hall

M&E

Guest House

Floor Plan l drawn @ 1:300

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House of Services

Hearth House

Existing Stone Wall 2B house 3B house 4B Co-living house Guest house

Pedestrian Access

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Regenerative Sourcing

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09 Biodiversity The Coniferous Species

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Douglas Fir

Regenerate The Broadleaves Species

Larch The Cereal Crops

Strawbale Panel

Straw Bale

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Cladding

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Co2 05 Trusses Hemp Fibre Corrugated Sheet

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l Coniferous timber, primarily

Douglas fir and Scots pine, was sourced locally to construct the building and promote biodiversity.

Off-site timber manufacturing and on-site straw bale storage facilitated the project. A nearby woodworking facility produced low-impact wooden components.

The building served as a production hub for straw bale panels, while residents engaged in regenerative farming, nurturing the broadleaf woodland and creating a habitat for endangered species like the red squirrel.

Woodland Hub

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Elevation l Showing the contrast between

Interior View l The enlarged opening accentuates the contrast between new and old, using the new

new & existing

frame to highlight and preserve the original facade.

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01 l 45 x 75mm Tanalised Timber Counter Batten 02 l 20mm depth Hemp Fibre Corrugated Sheet

Existing Stone Wall

Heather House l This design integrates

new elements within the existing stone envelope, using corrugated sheeting and timber cladding to highlight the contrast between old and new, while echoing the barn’s character with an expanded volume for modern living.

03 l 250 x 300mm Beam Post 04 l Gutter 12

05 l Airtight Membrane 06 l 275mm thick Strawbale Insulation 07 l 377mm thick Timber Panel 08 l 20mm thick Black Finished and Coated Timber Cladding 09 l Dry stacked reclaimed clay tiles from the Demolished roof to prevent existing stone wall from rain corrosion

Sectional Detial l Cutting through the facade of Heather House

10 l 500mm thick Existing Stone Wall 11 l 100mm Breather Gap 12 l 25mm Base Clay Coat & 3mm Fine Clay Coat

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Growing Area l Strengthens connections by encouraging residents to grow and share food within the co-housing community.

Observatory Tower

Nest House

Communal Dining Hall

Open Forum Circulation

Wood Pile Fondation

Existing Stone Wall

Nest House l This unit extends

beyond the existing stone envelope towards the field, repurposing the old stone wall as an interior divider. The adaptable layout offers flexible spaces, creating a cozy, intimate 2-bedroom home ideal for smaller households or couples

Common House l The common house serves as

a communal hub fostering land stewardship. It provides a space for residents and a land steward to collaborate on caring for the shared environment, promoting regenerative practices, and cultivating a deep connection to the land of Falkland Estate.

Growing Area

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2/ HUT OF FORAGE Brief

l Mini Project : The Hut

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l 2th Year, MArch, 2023

School Site Studio Tutor

l Oxford Brookes, U.K l Falkland Estate, Scotland l Regenerative Design l Alex Towler Melissa Kinnear Tamara Kahn

Situated in a woodland within the estate that thrive with regenerative principles and practice. This project imagines a hut as a community’s hub that promote regenerative lifestyle through local foraging and food preservation practices. Its structure serves as where knowledge of wild edibles and traditional preservation techniques, like fermenting or drying, is shared. The hut’s materials are locally sourced, reflecting circular design. Strategically placed near forage-rich areas, it facilitates responsible harvesting while minimizing ecological impact.

05. Change

1. Forage and Locally Source

02. Food preservation knowledge exchange

04. Ceremony

03. Low Energy Cooking

Change Agent l By encouraging collective stewardship of the local food

system, the hut acts as a change agent, fostering resilience and regenerating ecosystems while reconnecting people to sustainable, place-based food practices.

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Skylight Skylight Opening for Smoke

Long Straw Thatch

Thatch Roof

Opening for smoke

Fixing 100x25mm Timber Sheathing with 25mm space Sheathing

38x25mm Rafter

Wood Stove

Section l The thatch

Smoke Chamber

Fermentation Chamber

roof hosts a fermentation and smoke chamber for preserving foraged and local produce. The first and ground levels serve as spaces for food preparation, dining, storage, and communal gatherings like tea talks

Smoke Pipe Grey Hung Clay Tile Wall Finishes

Food Storage Area

Kitchen

Firebox

Operable Wall 500mm Thick Rammed Earth

Dining Room

Toilet

Dry Stone Foundation

Outdoor Tea Deck

The materials selected are locally sourced, renewable that foster a close connection to nature. Rammed earth offers thermal mass and durability, timber and thatch provide insulation, while their distinct finishes blend harmoniously with the landscape, embodying sustainable and context-sensitive design principles.

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3/ THE URBAN BASKET Brief

l Urban Renewal,

Year School Site Studio Tutor

l 1st Year, MArch, 2023 l Oxford Brookes, U.K l Hong Kong l Urban Design Specialization l Dr.Regina Lim

Masterplanning

The masterplan for the Yau Ma Tei district in Hong Kong seeks to revitalize the community’s legacy, the fruit market to meet contemporary urban needs. In response to prolonged resistance to development, the project embraces the district’s dense urban fabric while introducing cultural and public realm-led strategies that revitalizeize outdated blocks. Through an exploration of vertical urbanism uniquely tailored to Hong Kong’s intense population density, the design expands the urban experience across multiple levels, integrating mixed-use developments that address the growing population and critical need for green spaces. The proposal envisions a walkable, green urban core that preserves the character of Yau Ma Tei while providing new opportunities for community engagement and sustainable growth.

1. Retaining Existing Urban Fabric Upgrade Active Reuse New Development

Vertical Urbanism Cultural Core

Underground Wholesale Market Moving existing wholesale market underground reduces ground disruptions and creates a smoother, enjoyable urban experience. This transformation enhances the city’s appeal and could even become a unique tourist attraction.

Green Core

2. Zoning & Urban Strategies

Sky Garden Bridge Elevated green access to Cherry Street Park by incorporating a bridge that connects the podium and tower through the interstitial space.

3. Urban Renewal

Cultural Residential Education Market Retail Office Water Fountain Open Street Greenary

Sunken Plaza=& Drop off

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Community Meeting Space l A third space for community social and recreation

Green Core l Centralize urban green within the blocks

Vertical Urbanism

Waterloo Road

Drop off & Plaza l Utilize the urban edge as main entrances & legibility to the urban blocks & fruit market

Economical Area

Early Educartion

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Residential Tower

l showcasing the integration of mixed-use vertical urbanism, connecting residential, economic, and cultural zones through elevated green pedestrian pathways and market spaces, fostering an urban block with dynamic ecosystem.

Cultural Area

Cultural Residential Education Market Retail Roof Garden

Roof Garden

Urban Corridor

Office Tower

Garden Bridge

Cultural Center

Office Tower

Pedestrain Bridge

Podium

Viewing Platform

Primary School

Street Market

Fruit Market

Fruit Wholesale

Street Market

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4/ PLACEMENT WORKS

Podium Ground Floor Plan

Typical Floor Plan

Sky Ville 2 Project type Year Company Location Project Progress Expertise

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High Rise Residential 2022 T&T Architects Penang, Malaysia Planning Stage l Design Proposal

Inspired by the sea surrounded the majestic beauty of Penang Island, this project central design feature a playful series of rhythmic wavy coping and vertical timber strip cladding facade.

I was involved with compelling design proposal and schematic design for an upscale high-rise residential tower comprised of 244 units while featuring a podium and a ground level enriched with luxorious amenities. We meticulously crafted a functional floor plate for the residential tower, ensuring compliance with strict local building regulations.

**All works are self & team production otherwise mentioned. **All works are self & team production otherwise mentioned.

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4/ PLACEMENT WORKS Bird Eye View l Courtesy of Visualization Team*

Site Plan l Courtesy of Visualization Team*

Kaia Height Project type Year Company Location Project Progress Expertise

l High Rise Residential & Urban Planning l 2020-2022 l yhsA Architects l Puchong, Malaysia l Phase 1 to be completed in 2025 l Project Documentation & Management through BIM

Kaia Heights is a two-phase condominium development with four towers atop an 8-acre podium of shared facilities and parking. Designed for multigenerational living, it offers accessible units for all age groups, surrounded by 6 acres of preserved natural reserve on a hilltop.

Despite the complexity of the project, the project fully utilise BIM software (Autodesk Revit & Naviswork) throughout project documentation and management.

I was involved from the developed design phase through to construction, where I gained comprehensive techincal aspect experience in coordinating design deliverables, optimizing workflows, and meeting client requirements.

3D Modelling l Building model in Revit and undergo crash detection in Naviswork.

Meditation Center Project type Year Company Location Project Progress Expertise

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Cultural Center 2020 SH Lim Architects Klang, Malaysia Concept Design l Design Proposal & Visualisation

The design for the meditation center features a series of timber louvers that create soft, dynamic shadows, fostering an immersive atmosphere of calm and tranquility for meditation. The center includes dedicated spaces for prayer, rest areas for users, and an open meditation space, thoughtfully integrated into the overall layout. I was actively involved in producing schematic design drawings and contributed to the façade and elevation design. Additionally, I was responsible for the building’s visualizations, which were key elements during the client pitch in the early project phase.

**All works are self & team production otherwise mentioned.

Documentation l Project documentation for local authority submission produced fully in Revit

**All works are self & team production otherwise mentioned.

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