Jack Chen Portfolio 2024 by chen.jack

Jack Chen

University of Waterloo

Selected Works 2024

portfolio

Jack Chen

Univversity of Waterloo School of Architecture, 21101417

Email. j2428che@uwaterloo.ca

Cell. 1+ 647-212-9936

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About Me

Hello! My name’s Jack, and I am a diligent architecture student who lean towards positive, community centered designs. I work best through my attention to detail within my work—as I look to create lasting and meaningful projects that enhance the surrounding natural and material world.

Software Skills

Rhino

Revit

Sketchup

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

D5 Render

Vray

Lumion

Fabrication Skills

CNC Milling

Laser Cutting

3D Printing

Analog Drafting

Hand Modeling

Summary of Qualifications

• Two semesters of architectural studio courses targeted to develop the creative and technical process of architectural design.

• Excellent technical ability to create precise models both digital and physical.

• Ability to create effective presentation and technical drawings using a variety of methods learned from numerous school courses.

• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to any work environment and fulfill required tasks.

• Excels in co-operative work, with the ability to be an effective listener, organizer, and leader to drive group success all throughout educational career.

EDUCATION

Candidate for Bachelor of Architectural Studies

Class of 2028

University of Waterloo, Cambridge, ON

• Design Studio, Digital Fabrication, Digital and Digital Media, Environmental Building Design, and Building Construction.

• Project 01 (on portfolio) nomination for review exhibition.

Relevant Experience

Cashier/Customer service/Inventory, Summer Garden

Grant’s Food Mart, Mississauga, ON

May 2024 – July 2024

• Exceptional organization of inventory of all products coming in and out of the garden maintaining a smooth operation.

• Developed positive relations with new and recurring customers in a professional but amicable manner.

• Ensured positive experience by managing customer difficulties through finding creative solutions , clear directions, and physical support.

• Handled cashiering duty with haste under high pressure situations to satisfy customer experience.

Logistical Support, Southside Shuffle Jazz Festival

Southside Shuffle, Mississauga, ON

September 2022, 2023

• Collaborated with members of the group overseeing the set up and tear down of the festival.

• Directed civilian traffic to ensure proper and free-flowing circulation throughout the park.

Interests and Activities

• Senior Badminton Team (2022-2024)

• Recreational sports and entertainment

Languages

• English - Fluent

• Mandarin - Basic Proficiency

01 Cambridge Library

Within the heart of Cambridge, this library proposal seeks to transform this small parking lot by Main and Wellington street into a multi storey community hub. The traffic of Main St. presents the excellent opportunity to foster an active center of knowledge.

Its ambition is to cement itself as a distinct building within the old nature of Cambridge, all the while, still maintaining a similar tone that respects the history of the city and the urban environment that surrounds the site.

To open itself towards the public, the slanted roof provides a grand opening and a welcoming presence. The glazed facade creates a layer of transparency between the interior and exterior space, it gives a sense of accessibility for all people of the public. The library is physically accessible on all accounts, for anyone that wishes to use its features. Present features include an event room, gallery, and a garden that gives life and freshness within its environment.

INSTRUCTORS

Di Tang Isabel Ochoa Igsung So

Main Street Elevation

Wellington Street Elevation

Axonometric / Interior Scenes

First to Second Floor

Second Floor Overlooking Event Room

Second Floor Book Stack

Third Floor Grand Reading Room

Third Floor

Grand reading room

Second Floor

Dynamic book stacks

Computer lab

Computer space

Reading space

Book stacks

Concrete Stack

Elevator

Washroom stack

First Floor

lobby/reception

Gallery

Event room

Administration

Dynamic book Stacks / Second to Third Floor Circulation Scene

Wellington Street Section BB

Dynamic book Stacks / Second to Third Floor Circulation

02 Bowmont Crossing

Spanning a total of 130 meters, this bridge serves as the only pedestrian bridge along the Bowmont Park region of the Bow River in Calgary. Towards the north bank sits the Sunbowl Amphitheater; the closest neighborhood towards the south offers hiking and biking trails along both sides. The intent behind this crossing is to fasten the missing link between the two banks, uniting the community together through the outdoor experience.

The thin profile of the bridge mimics the shallow formation of the Bow River, while the lightness of the overall structure allows the bridge to sit subtly on-site–doubling as a visual statement. The fountain-like arches are inspired by Calatrava’s Brookfield Place in Toronto. The concept is to allow the fluidity of the arches to seemingly move in tandem with the river, thus creating continuity within the landscape.

INSTRUCTORS

COLLABORATORS

Terri Meyer Boake

Isebella Vasilenco

East Elevation

Steel Arch Hinge Connection

Steel Beam To Arch Connection

Bridge Roller Connection

03 Shanghai Oasis

Towards eastern China, this project sits on the Chongming island off the coast of Shanghai. Like most of the island, it is surrounded with luscious trees and fertile farmlands. This off-grid building is built from common construction waste. Many recyclable materials like concrete aggregate, stone, clay, and metal sheets can be found in abundance due to the ever growing urban landscape of Shanghai.

To maintain low carbon usage, the building is operated by the electricity generated from solar panels and wind turbines which are extremely effective due to the Shanghai climate. For the majority of the year, the building cools itself passively through natural ventilation and thermal mass of concrete cladding casted from recycled aggregates, which conversely allow heating throughout the night.

The geo-exchange heat pump is the main source of heating during the mildly cold winter season, for the remainder of the year, it becomes a source of cooling. Windows are kept to a minimal size except for the ones facing north, which helps reduce thermal bridging and ensure efficient temperature control. The added bonus of rain collection is also a significant asset, due to the city’s constant downpour lasting for a 3rd of the year.

INSTRUCTORS

Anna Beznogova

Yingying Ren

Context Plan

Ground floor Plan

Southeast Section / Diagram AA

Southwest Section / Diagram BB

Clay shingles

Eave protection

12mm plywood sheathing

Wood rafter

Ventilation space

Batt insulation

Tyvek

Ceiling finish

Concrete slab

89mm Rigid insulation

Tyvek

12mm plywood sheathing

38x286mm (nominal 2x12) wood studs

286mm batt insulation

Vapor barrier

Ceiling finish

Cladding anchor bolt

Double glazed window

Concrete panel cladding

25mm airspace

35mm rigid insulation

Tyvek 12mm plywood sheathing

38x286mm (nominal 2x12) wood studs

286mm batt insulation

Vapor barrier

Molded plastic drainage layer

35mm rigid insulation

Damp Proofing

200mm poured concrete foundation wall

Tyvek

38x89mm (nominal 2x4) wood stud

89mm batt insulation

Vapor barrier

12mm plywood sheathing Detailed Wall Section

Soil Gravel

Rainwater collection(gutters)

First flush

Cistern

Pump intake

Filtration system

Black water to biofilter

Gray water irrigation barrel

Water heater

Geo-exchange heat pump

Geothermal pipes

Wind turbines

Solar panels

Electrical battery, Power inverter, Transformer

Mesh filter

Activated carbon filter

compressed carbon filter

Ozone filter

04 Sherman Falls

To the western edge of Hamilton, Ontario, Sherman Falls is a scenic view along the popular Bruce Trail hiking route. The newly designed bridge proposes to fill the void left by its predecessor which used to span the creek that divided the hiking trail. The former wooden bridge was a narrow crosswalk that spanned the creek; while the new design proposes an arch extension that brings the hikers to a closer view of the ribbon fall.

Drawing inspiration from the Columbia Icefield Skywalk in Alberta, this extension hopes to elevate the wonders of the Sherman Fall, offering hikers different opportunities to experience the sight. The steel arch is not only structural for the integrity of the bridge, but acts as a landmark along the hiking trail. Its theatrical appearance sets the scene for passing travelers.