PORTFOLIO 2023
DIPLOMA IN DESIGN ARCHITECTURE SPECIALISATION
CHARLOTTE LOH JIA YING
I am a final year student currently studying design, specialising in architecture. I have always taken in interest in how of spaces interconnect with each other, how elements are ordered and located, and balancing these various factors into one cohesive architectural whole. This ability to orchestrate how people see, feel, or experience the harmony of a space, hence inspired me to pursue this path of education!
I am a confident and passionate individual who strives to achieve the best. Being a perfectionist, I aim for the highest level of competence and take pride in all my work.
Singapore, Singapore
charlottelohjy2003@gmail.com +65 9010 5048
Charlotte Loh Jia Ying
ABOUT EDUCATION
(2020-2023) (2016-2019)
Diploma in Design - Ngee Ann Polytechnic GCSE O’Level - Singapore Chinese Girls School
WORK EXPERIENCE
2021 (1 month)
2023 (3months)
ACHIEVEMENTS
2020
2022
2022
Archideas Design - Architectural Intern
Archipedia - Architectural Intern
DBS Bank 4D Industry Collaboration Award (UI/UX Design) One Holland Village Public Art Furniture Open Call Young Designer Award (Interior Design)
DESIGN SKILLS
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, SketchUp, Autodesk Revit, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe XD
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Mandarin - Conversational
German - Beginner
CONTENTS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 Revlight Product Design Euphonic Extrusions Architecture (Biomimicry) Jalan Besar Urban Studies Architecture Ménage Architecture NEXUS Architecture Personal Interests Sketches and Photography 06-07 08-11 16-25 DBS 4D UX/UI 12-15 28-41 42-49 26-27
REVLIGHT
Year: 2020
Type: Product Design
Revlight is a modular product which you can adjust to your liking. Regardless of space constraint, users are able to purchase a suitable mix of units to fit their space.
Each unit is mounted onto a nail and the wiring is hidden from view on the back of each unit. They are exposed such that repairs are convenient
The two different units can be joined, leaving users free to be creative with its arrangement.
The amount of light exposed is also controlled by users by playing around with the hinges to open or close its flaps.
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PHYSICAL PROTOTYPE
3mm White Cardboard
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EUPHONIC EXTRUSIONS
Year: 2020
Type: Architecture
In this project, an organism was assigned at random and we were tasked to abstract shapes to form modules, which would eventually repeat in a certain sequence to form a quarantine pod . We were to propose an additional program on top of the basic functions for repurposing when isolation was no longer needed.
REPEAT
ASSIGNED FORM : NAUTILUS SHELL
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My concept mimics the hierachy of larger to smaller spaces through my spatial programming mirroring the shell of a natilus.
The extruded structures vary in size, conveying the message that music swells and increases or decreases in intensity as it flows, reflecting fluidity and character.
I drew inspiration from my own musical background and felt that the act of performing was something that I missed during quarantine.
Hence, these installations allow passersby to look up and watch the musician, which mimics the experience of performing - something that cannot be done during quarantine.
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PHYSICAL MODEL 1:100
DBS 4D
Year: 2020
Type: UI/UX Design
Award: DBS Bank Award of Commendation
I created a website which teaches DBS employees how to apply design thinking in their work. I analysed the current DBS 4D website and conducted market and user research to better understand our target audience. Some problems that I tried to address were low levels of website awareness, engagement and content application in day to day work.
My group designed a website that utilises case studies to show users how the 4D framework is applied to solve real life problems as they serve as a testament that the framework is truly useful and that it reaps benefits. Our website provides learning material on methodologies and also allows users to experience applying the framework if desired.
Link to AdobeXD Prototype:
https://xd.adobe.com/view/0dba569d-85c7-40c1-a965-b01fca2c3f84-58e9/?fullscreen
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WEBSITE STYLE GUIDE
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MÉNAGE
Year: 2021
Type: Architecture
Prior to developing my design, I analysed my site and was tasked to propose a masterplan for the vicinity.
Our proposal was to include residential buildings, commercial buildings, sports facilities, care centres, as well as communal spaces and parks. This is in hope of designing while being contextually sensitive to the waterfront of the region.
SITE ZONING DIAGRAM
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In today’s climate, public housing is made to accomodate relatively small families, causing children of big families to resort to moving out once they start their own families. At Menage, multigenerational and multinuclear families can now stay in close proximity.
Furthermore, with the ongoing pandemic, Work From Home has become the new normal, alongside Home Based Learning. There is a sense of forced togetherness in households, with increased interaction and need for flexibile spaces to fulfil everyone’s needs.
DEMOGRAPHIC
Multi generational Household
Multi-nuclear Household
To accomodate 9 members
Flexible arrangement of units to allow for cross generational living while retaining the element of privacy and togetherness
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SITE PLAN
1 2 4 5 6 3
1 - Playground
2 - Residential Block
3 - Path leading to Kallang Riverside Park
4 - Garden + Communal area
5 - Drop Off Point
6 - Car Park
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UNIT PLAN
Total Units = 26
Total Residential GFA : 2418m²
Sliding door may connect multi-nuclear families. The living room may open up to serve as an even larger common area for increased interaction and circulation.
3 ROOM LUXURY (86m²)
Quantity = 13
GFA : 13 x 86 = 1118m²
Living/Dining/Kitchen - 40m²
Household Shelter - 3m²
Bedroom 1 - 12m²
Master Bedroom - 17m²
Master Bath - 4m²
Common Bath - 4m²
5 ROOM (100m²)
Quantity = 13
GFA : 13 x 100 = 1300m²
Living/Dining/Kitchen - 45m²
Household Shelter - 3m²
Bedroom 1 - 11m²
Bedroom 2 - 11m²
Master Bedroom - 14m²
Master Bath - 4m²
Common Bath - 4m²
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SECTION DETAIL 1:250
20cm Growing Media Filter Layer
Rigid Insulation Layer
Root Barrier
Protection Course
Water / Air / Vapour Barrier
Concrete Deck
Insulation
Wall Finish
GREEN WALL DETAIL
Concrete Screed
Concrete Slab
Insulation
Damp Proof Membrane
Sand Blinding
Hardcore
DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOW
Reinforced Concrete Column Stirrups
CURTAIN WALL
Concrete Screed
Concrete Slab
Insulation
Damp Proof Membrane
Sand Blinding
Hardcore
Strip Footing Foundation
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LEVEL 2 PLAN - Full Residential
LEVEL 3 PLAN - Gym
LEVEL 4 PLAN - Co-working
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5 PLAN - Communal Garden
PASSIVE DESIGN STRATEGIES
Green Walls
- Placed on east and west facing walls to reduce heat transfer through walls and reduce the temperature of external walls
Building Orientation
- North-south facing to avoid harsh direct sunlight on the main faces of the building
Natural Ventiliation
- Openings are positioned north and south facing due to prevailing winds to allow increased air flow
- Voids and open coridoors allow prevailing winds to flow through the entire building
DFMA CONSTRUCTION
Precast Concrete Floor Slab (300mm)
Cross Laminated Wood Louvers (2000mm x 3000mm) (3000mm x 3000mm) (4000mm x 3000mm)
Precast Concrete Wall (250mm x 3000mm)
Tempered Glass Railings (900mm)
Precast Concrete Floor Slab (300mm)
Load Bearing Columns x 18
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Level 1 0 Level 1 0 Level 2 5000 Level 2 5000 Level 3 8800 Level 3 8800 Level 4 12550 Level 4 12550 Level 6 19800 Level 6 19800 Level 5 16300 Level 5 16300 EAST ELEVATION Lift Shaft & Stairs SECTION 24
PHYSICAL MODEL 1:250
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JALAN BESAR URBAN ANALYSIS
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Morning (10am-12pm)
Breakfast Cycling
Jogging
Opening of Businesses�
Common Activities
Noon-Evening (12pm-5pm)
Lunch time
Seniors buying groceries
Children returning from school
Children playing at playgrounds
Teenagers playing basketball
Prayer time for Muslims
Owners walking their pets
Night (6-8 pm)
Dinner time
Workers returning home
Closing of Businesses
Night futsal sessions
Opening of Bars and bistros
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NEXUS
Year: 2023
Type: Architecture
An interpretation centre that stitches the community together by stimulating the discovery of intellectual and emotional connection to heritage, through appreciation and conservation
Active Citizenry
Activities catered to all ages to revitalise the neighbourhood and involve everyone
Ciruclar System
Reinforcing the concept of preservation, conservation, and appreciation through contributions
Better Lives
A new space that adds vibrance to people’ s lifestyle
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LOCATION PLAN
37A Cambridge Road
211037
Land Lot No: TS18-02026C
Site Area: 2235 sqm
Gross Plot Ratio: 2.8
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SPATIAL ANALYSIS
Gateway countTabulation of the number of passersby in 2 minutes to determine the flow of circulation and its foot traffic
Gateway count - 3 hotspots
Thoughts:
Why are they all at the edges of the site?
How might I redirect these circulation paths?
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DEADSPACE
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EXTRUDE RECESS
SITE RESPONSE CIRCULATION 32
SITE
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PLAN 1:1000 RECESS PUSH / PULL CANTILEVER
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ROOF
1 - Gardening Area
2 - Water tank
3 - Outdoor seating
4 - Skylights
SECOND FLOOR
1 - Sprinkler tank + pump room
2 - Hose reel + pump room
3 - Resource library
4 - Study Rooms
5 - Children’s playscape
6 - Lounging area
7 - Flexible exhibition space
8 - Communal kitchen + Dining
FIRST FLOOR
Left Wing
1 - Reception
2 - Lift motor room
3 - Reception
4 - Living gallery exhibit
5 - Conference Room
6 - Risers
7 - Toilets
8 - Storage Room
Right Wing
9 - Reception
10 - Retail Shop
11 - Flexible performance space
12 - Workshop Room
13 - Stepped Gallery
14 - Lounge
15 - Alternative Entrance/Exit
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Library
Front Elevation 1:200
Connection to Carpark
Section AA
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Section BB
Stepped Gallery
Dining HallOutdoor Area
Front Elevation 1:200
Right Elevation
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Left Elevation
GREEN ROOF CONNECTION DETAIL
Parapet support SSD
Metal cap flashing
Gravel
Perforated Galv steel bent plate
Vegetation
Soil
Screw with steel & Neoprene washers
Drainage board & Root barrier
Rigid Insulation
Wood Decking & Sheathing SSD
Cant strip
1 - Concrete footing
membrane
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interior floor tile
steel plate
- Suspended ceiling
Timber Louvers
Curtain wall FACADE DETAIL 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 38
2 - Sand blinding + Damp proof
3 - Concrete cast in situ slab 4 - Insulation 5
Matte finish
6 - Green roof 7 - Weather-resistant steel panel 8 - Dark grey cobblestone 9 - Bare Concrete 10 - Protection
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PHYSICAL MODEL 1:200
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PERSONAL INTERESTS
Title: Dapper Uncle
Medium: Digital
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Fundamentals of drawing Module
Lesson: Shading & Perspective
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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Subject: My team mates of Spanish Armada Dragonboat Team Singapore
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PORTFOLIO 2023
