Chong Tze Chean_Academic Portfolio

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

张梓泉 // CHONG TZE CHEAN 建筑设计作品集 // SELECTED WORKS ACADEMIC

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2019 - 2021

Chong Tze Chean Architecture Portfolio

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UCSI School of Architecture and Built Environment Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture I am an aspiring architecture graduate and Part 1 Assisstant Architect who is passionate about sculpting and building our external environment. This portfolio is a showcase of past projects and experience throughout my academic years and a deeper insight into the projects I have been involved with. +6012-3835966 chris_tzechean@hotmail.com https://issuu.com/chris_tzechean

Education UCSI School of Architecture and Built Environment 2019 - 2022 Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Architecture 2018 Foundation in Arts

Proficiency

Languages

Autocad Sketchup Adobe Photoshop Adobe Indesign Lumion Microsoft Office Model Making Hand Sketching

English Chinese Bahasa Melayu

Experiences Garis Architects JAN 2022 - APR 2022

Architecture internship at Garis Architects

Underwent 3 months of professional architecture industry training under the firm’s principal architect through preparing construction and tender documentations.

Provided input on project design and aided in 3D visual modelling for the firm.

Continuum Architecture Graduation Show DEC 2021 Exhibition Co-ordination Aided in the planning and co-ordination of UCSI School of Architecture and Built Environment’s 2021 Graduation through building and planning various installations and preparing venue.

Vernadoc Malaysia JAN 2020 Vernadoc Taiping Documentating and preparing hand drawn drawings as part of a documentation of Taiping’s historical and cultural preservation. Provided sectional drawings of the local 100 year old Taiping Market.

References Mr. Liew Kim Kwee Director, Garis Architects +6019-346 8389 liewkk@garis.com.my Mr. James Lim Head of Programme, UCSI SABE +6010-433 6371 jameslim@ucsiuniversity.edu.my

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Y1 - S1 [ Dis-assembled ] [ Re-Assembled Toy ] [ Assembled Playground ]

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Y2 - S2 [ New Grammar of Ornament] [ Ornamental Facade] [ Transdisciplinary Craft Centre ]

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Y3 - S1 [ Site Synergy ] [ Dissection and Collocation ] [ X - culture ] Y3 - S2 [ Site Shelter] [ Urban intergration ] [ Impermanent progress ]

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Y1 - S1 [ Dis-assembled & Re-assembled Toy ]

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Childhood memoir objects were chosen to represent the fragmentation of childhood memories.

These fragments are projected as we draw their plans, elevations and sections to become a composition of spatial representation. The objects are documented before and after they are disassembled to create a new found object .

A re-assembly of parts taken from different objects are then used to create something new. Various objects were taken apart and dissected in order to reimagine a new toy that is able to redefine Winteractions we have with other people. The new toy focuses on being an extension of our bodies as well as being a “player vs player” game alike the childhood games that we play.

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Y1 - S1 [ Re-assembled Toy ]

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players start the game by serving a ball towards the opposite player.

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the ball should be served upwards to ensure opponent has time to react

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the second player then returns the ball by either directly hitting it or by bouncing on the ground

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player who fails to recieve the ball loses a point!

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Y1 - S1 [ Assembled Playground ]

A continuation from the previous project, the playground is derived from the spatial expression of childhood memoir and the new found toy. The playground acts as a medium for exploration and adventure for children as they climb through various platforms and explore different routes.

The playground is constructed using panels of triangular bases that is covered by nettings, this allows a combination of activities such as climbing jumping, and sitting on the playground. A key motive of the playground was to encourage children to explore different routes on the playground panels by playing with height, angles and positions of the triangular bases. The playground was designed as a modular part as it can be modified to create an extension along the river.

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singular // extension from the river shore that acts as a platform for exploration.

modular // a bridge between the river shore to introduce a new method of how we view the river.

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Y1 - S1 [ Assembled Playground ] From creating a toy that acts as an extension from the body to encouraging interaction through play, the project’s intention is to bind together the creativity of children with a platform that pushes them to explore their own way of learning.

The philosophy of learning through failure is a core concept in creating the playground, as children are allowed to fall into the river when exploring the different platforms of the playground. The end goal was to create an area where children can access and explore as they please without boundaries.

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Y1 - S1 [ Assembled Playground ]

no limitations // Children are given their own way of using the playground, be it climbing platforms, crawling to reach the other end, or jumping into the cooling river. The playground represents an idea of letting the children be in charge of creating their own form of “play”.

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Y1 - S1 [ Assembled Playground ]

juxtaposed creation // While most visitors visit Perdana Botanical Garden for a calming evening jog around the park filled with greeneries, the playground stands out with its pointed form that represents the excitement of children playing with a new toy or experimenting with a new game.

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Y2 - S2 [ New Grammar of Ornament ]

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

flow and continutation // creating a modular rotating wall as an imitation of the river an interpretation of traditional methods and observation to create a new grammar of ornament, where various factors such as environmental influences, traditional patterns and medium of ornaments play a role.

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

these factors are intergrated into creating a new grammar of ornament by studying clay and methods of traditional clay crafting. the final product utilises a mixture of modern building systems and tradtional raw materials as a building component.

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ideation and creation // creation through experiencing texture

model assembly //

The proposed building element that will be assembled from the ornament design is a rotating wall which consist of clay tiles. Clay is a fine grained natural soil material that is used in the making of traditional Thai ceramics, it is malleable and can be moulded into various shapes such as pots and dishes. Depending on the clay material, it can be dried through firing in a kiln or by air drying.

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Y2 - S2 [ Ornamental Facade ]

A continuation from the study of creating a ornamental building component, this project focuses on studying a multifunctional building facade system that is inspired by traditional timbre louvres found in the houses of Bang Kachao. The intention of this project was to combine a mixture of modern building technology with traditional building materials as a homage to the traditions of the local lifestyle.

The final design focuses on providing a unique interor lighting with the use of polycarbonate contrasted with clay tiles. The overall form of the facade was inspired by traditional timber louvered windows mixed with the modern technology of the case study, SDU Campus Kolding. This hybrid between traditional elements and modern technology is used to create a wave like facade that creates a unique lighting environment.

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Y2 - S2 [ Transdisciplinary Craft Centre ]

void and space // designing a space that acts as a passage from the river to the bank Our environment shapes us as much as we shape our environments, therefore it is important to articulate architecture that allows artisans and enthusiasts to further explore their craft.

The final project is a new craft centre located in Bang Kachao that aims to provide a private space for local artisans to explore their artistic expression as well as a space for locals to learn more about their traditonal arts.

The building intention itself was to create a non-disruptive space that acts as a passageway through the river to the mainland as users navigate through articulated void and space. On its own, it is a resting space for travellers and practicing artisans throughout Bang Kachao to take a breath and explore their craft.

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for traditions and customs // a brief on Bang Kachao The focus of the project was to articulate spaces that tackle pollution and increase greenery on a site that has underwent massive industrilization. This goes hand-in-hand with the intention of providing education spaces for local artist and craftsman to seek education on career opportunities and self employment in an industry that is declining. On another note, the project also seeks to provide a space that encourages interaction in the community and to educate tourist about local traditions and culture.

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Y2 - S2 [ Transdisciplinary Craft Centre ]

surrounding environment // The surrounding site of the final project is wrapped by a flowing river bank with clusters of housings and greenery. The limited space of the site translated into creating the building as a passageway between land and river.

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Y2 - S2 [ Transdisciplinary Craft Centre ]

serenity and peace // Following the concept of void and space throughout the project, it was translated into courtyards that promoted the integration of greenery within the site. Other than that, spaces within the building such as the gallery promoted an open and breathable layout that allowed users to comfortably explore.

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Y2 - S2 [ Transdiciplinary Craft Centre ] The exterior of the building comprises of the ornamental facade with a subtle backdrop of existing softscape on site. The facade intent was to create a more subtle glimpse into the activities conducted in the building and to provide privacy when needed.

Courtyards accentuate the various entrances into the building as visitors are encourage to treat the building as a resting stop to newer heights.

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Y3 - S1 [ Site Synergy ]

Architectural interventions are defined by the context of the site that it is located in, therefore this project delves into studying the site of Sitiawan, Perak which is famous for its celebration of different races, religions and food.

A series of collages are created and translated into a conceptual site model as above in order to capture the essence of the site through visual expression. Through this collages, Sitiawan’s flaws and beauty are studied to create a new architectural intervention that allows exploration in the later stages.

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the good and the ugly // reviewing the flaws and potential of Sitiawan.

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festivities

self-sustaining neighbourhood

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religious social interactions

agro-industrialisation

under-utilisation

Y3 - S1 [ Dissection and Collocation ]

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DEVELOPMENT THROUGH MATERIALITY This layer intends to show the current uses of materiality on site through its existing infrastructures and the possible change in its urban scape as the site is foreseeing a rise in industrial development. It is an hypothetical illustration of contrast between the current state of the site and the changes that future developments might bring.

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CONNECTING LAYERS: DAILY ACTIVITIES A mapping of the social interactions of locals on site, where the key points of the site are highlighted through available connectivities. This layer attempts to show an overview of the cultural and social interactions ongoing on a daily basis and questions the daily routines of local residents. Its aim is to give a clearer vision of target groups that will be affected by future developments.

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KAMPUNG URBAN FABRIC A continutation from Project 1 site synergy of functional malay house compounds, this layer is an illustration of the kampung urban fabric. This layer attempts to show the internal connectivity between kampung houses which consist of gardens, small alleyways and shared courtyards.

These clustered and disorganised urban fabric acts as a driver that binds communities together.

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COLLOCATION: KAMPUNG PASIR PANJANG

The final layer is a recomposed illustration of Kampung Pasir Panjang through highlighting the possible uses of materiality on site, human activities and the current urban fabric of the kampung. It is a hypothethical representation of possible changes in urbanscape as the site is slowly influenced by modernization and industrialization.

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Y3 - S1 [ X - Culture ]

In an environment that is undergoing a transition through modernization such as Kampung Pasir Panjang, Sitiawan, the community which resides in it are often forgotten and abandon.

Therefore this project seeks to formulate and explore the possibilities that may aid these communities that are forgotten and abandoned by modern advancements.

Evo-culture is a new chance for the less fortunate communities to connect with modern digital culture and learn life long digital and industrial skills to compete with the overwhelming wave of industrilisation and modernization.

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The building is located in the centre of Kampung Pasir Panjang, Sitiawan, where high volume of traffic is directed to the Tua Pek Kong Temple nearby. The site itself is located in a development zone where it is predicted to be transform into a high density port for industrial and commercial purposes by 2030. Therefore the project’s intention was to create an intervention where locals can access facilities that allow them to keep up with technological advancement and to compete with big industrial companies in the future.

Three main interventions of the project include: digitalization, self sustainability, and improved accessibility on site.

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Y3 - S1 [ X - Culture ] The materials chosen for the final building was a mixture of concrete and timber that embraces local building practices and future developments on site. As part of an effort to promote accessibility from this architectural intervention to other key points in the site, courtyards that acts as scooter routes and activity zones were also implemented in the project with various softscape design in mind.

The layout of the building was separated into zones that service different targeted users and its goal was to mesh together all the targeted activites to create a central digital hub for locals, small business vendors and students in Kampung Pasir Panjang.

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Y3 - S1 [ X - Culture ]

new beginnings // The entrance of the building leads users into the market where small local business owners can operate their stalls and have access to e-hailing services to facilitate and improve their business models.

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Y3 - S1 [ X - Culture ]

reaching new heights // Accessibility to the building is improved through the introduction of e-scooters on site as local users travel through narrow and unsustained roads to the site. Tracks and courtyards are meshed together to create an experience for users as they learn to use a new form transportation.

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Y3 - S2 [ Site Shelter ]

A site shelter proposal for ‘Nossa Senhora de Luz’ Fortress located in Peniche, Portugal. This project represents a study on articulating and creating a site shelter for historical remnants and artefacts. The project is defined as an open air shelter that combines all the sensorial experience to create a contemplative passage through time, space and journey.

The site shelter’s intention was to treat the site as an ever-evolving extension of history and to showcase the existing remnants on site as a gallery. This experience was then curated through materiality and building practices that did not clash with the site’s history.

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remnants as artefacts // treating the remnants on site as artefacts on display

momentary shelter // light weight structures that emphasizes that constant change in a region

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Y3 - S2 [ Urban Integration ]

An urban analysis and interpretation of the Lenggong Valley Archeology site, this project re-evaluates the state of Lenggong Valley and its existing context by manually mapping the site into various layers.

Through extracting and analysing these layers, various urban interventions are injected on to the site leading to the final project which discusses an architectural intervention.

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SWOT ANALYSIS

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Y3 - S2 [ Urban Integration ]

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urban mapping The first layer of dissecting the site was used to identify key points within the Lenggong Valley and to pinpoint the potential sites for architectural interventions. Within the same layer, other factors such as circulation, human traffic and cultural sites were identified in order to come up with a suitable urban strategy.

02 schematic mapping After a thorough examination of Lenggong Valley’s current flaws and future potential, a schematic urban mapping was created to plan out suitable urban interventions for the site.

This included highlighting the cultural importance of the site’s history as well as creating economic opportunities that can improve the lifelihood of locals in Lenggong Valley.

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03 psychogeographic map Another study of Lenggong Valley was the association of time and space within the site, where different points within the site invoked different emotions and feelings for the people visiting it. This study was crucial to understand the mapping of activities as well as the correlation it had with the historical value the site provided.

04 intervention locations The final layer is an illustration of proposed urban and architectural interventions in Lenggong Valley, where the priority is placed on improving local tourism activities, human interaction as well as providing new avenues for economic prosperity within the site.

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Y3 - S2 [ Impermanent Progress ]

sticks and stones // a study on the building material was done through moulding concrete models as well as creating a series of timber “scaffolding” models. the idea of bonding a solid structure with impermanent building components came from observing historical archeological digs and their process. This co-existence between impermanence and permanent structures represents the idea of ever growing evolution as well as functionality within a time and period.

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representational building collages // through previous conceptual collages and model making, a new representational model is created to further explore the idea of co-existing permanent and impermanent structures. this is done through a back and forth of model making and digital manipulation to study ideas of combining various building elements that can create a sequential architecture experience for users to explore archeology within the Lenggong Valley site.

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Y3 - S2 [ Impermanent Progress ] [ new arrival ; hidden entrance ] A hidden facade off the main roads of Lenggong Valley, the entrance signifies a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the perforated facade as the unseen is slowly revealed as the exploration of the site is conducted by keen tourists or locals alike.

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[ the city ; a busy lenggong market ] Stepping through the hidden entrance of the building, visitors will be greeted by the bustling market at the entrance with local farmers hard at work. The warmth and taste of the local lifestyle showers visitors at first sight.

[ the discovery ; to know and to seek ] Approaching the covered monument at the centre of the site, a new discovery is found; flaunted by those who seek new knowledge, or just a place to settle down.

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[ gallery ; an admiration of the past ] Cold concrete mimics the cave walls of ancient history as visitors admire relics and remnants juxtaposed against the external backdrop.

[ the classroom ; personal accomplisments ] As we slowly progress from learning, sharing our own growth signifies an important step of development. A locally curated art gallery is thus prepared within Lenggong Valley to show off our talented and aspiring local artisans.

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