Architecture Portfolio 2024

Architecture Portfolio 2018 - 2023

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Master of Architecture, University of Toronto. Toronto| 2021- Present

• Expected First Class

• GPA3.9/4.0

• Modules include: Structure; Building science; Design technology; Net zero coalition; Architecture history etc. Bachelor of Fine Arts, University of Manitoba. Winnipeg| 2014 - 2018

• Honours degree

• GPA3.9/4.0

dulu0502@gmail.com

4406- 501 Yonge St, Toronto, Canada (647)-451-0330

I am an enthusiastic and forward-thinking intern architect, driven by a deep passion for design. I am dedicated to infusing every project I work on with creativity and innovation. With a positive mindset and an innate ability to inspire, I bring vibrant energy to every room I enter.

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• Modules include: Visual communication; Data visualization; Design technology; Fine art history etc.

EXPER I E NC E

• • Architectural Intern

Gensler, Toronto | 2023

Contributed to the facade concept design of Toronto Stadium for FIFA 2026.

Contributed to the architectural drawings for TD bank branches.

Envisioning and designing for the future of healthcare - Critical Care Hospital.

• Teaching Assistant

JAV101 How to Design Almost Everything, University of Toronto, Toronto | 2023

Assisting in the delivery of course materials.

Assisting in the concept, design and execution of student projects.

Providing individual and group tutoring, and evaluating student performance.

• • Architectural Intern

Tongji Architectural Design, Shanghai | 2022

Contributed to the design and development of multiple high-rise residential and commercial projects. Contributed to the concept idea and massing model studies.

ArchiDaily China, Beijing | 2021

• • ArchDaily China Intern Content Editor

Producing content about local, emerging practices and publishing the work of China’s talented architects. Contributed to the translation and layout design of both English and Mandarin content.

• Graphic Designer

IDO Media, Winnipeg | 2017-2020

Defining requirements, visualizing and creating graphics including illustrations, logos, layouts and photos.

Shaping the visual aspects of websites, magazines, product packaging, exhibitions and more. Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

• • Co-Founder

New Layer Design Club, Winnipeg | 2017

Organized and led design workshops and events for students and professionals. Designed for the fundraiser for sick kids.

AC H I EVE M E N T

Honorable Mentions, Tiny House architectural competition, 2022. Employee of the year 2019 and 2018, IDO Media International Undergraduate Student Scholarship, Fall 2016 and Winter 2017

SK ILL S

Adobe CS Rhino Grasshopper

Revit

AutoCAD

Enscape V- Ray

LANG U AG E

Mandarin

English Cantonese

Korean

This project will emphasize a circular design process that is centred around a cycle of construction and deconstruction through intuitive human imagination and analytical conception of artificial intelligence.

This Project intends to explore a sustainable future of architecture that embrances not only the potential of reused construction materials but also the construction and deconstruction process. Through a critical analysis of the cycle of feed band feedback from human and AI, will compare and contrast these approaches to generate a response that embrances both the materiality of architecture and society. Furthermore, this project highlights the importance of creating space that gives back to the public realm. believe that architecture should not only be sustainable but also contribute to the surrounding community. By prioritizing social sustainability alongside environmental sustainability, we can create a truly sustainable future for architecture.

Lu Du & Rui Tang Year: 2023, Academic University of Toronto Location: New York City, USA

CLT as main structure system, hybrid with steel trusses.

Minimal footprint. Give space back to the public

Public feature stairs. Double as solar chimney

Timber wood paviliions. Double as space for onsite solar PV.

Lifted floor system.

Lifted public space. Access 24/7.

A waterfront area featuring an open and uninterrupted public space.

A partially public space accessible during the library's office hours.

An auditorium space supported by timber and steel trusses, creating a lifted and spacious space with view to the water.

The mechanical room is positioned at the center of the building to facilitate efficient distribution of air and heat.

The grand opening captivats feature stairs designed to entice pedestrians and draw them into the building's inviting interior.

TOWERS AND THE PARK

This project proposes a vertical garden solution for the densification for the towers in the park.

The tower in the park project aims to increase density without compromising the park’s character by incorporating planting boxes into the building’s facade. The planting boxes serve as a distinctive feature that blends with the surroundings and enhances the project’s sustainability. To maximize space utilization, the tower employs a skip-stop design that features corridors only at certain floors, providing more living space for residents. Each floor dedicates various communityoriented spaces outside the elevator, providing easy access for everyone. This project proposes an alternative solution for the development of towers in the park. Instead of destroying existing towers and ecosystems, this typology enhances the area’s density while preserving the park’s character. The tower in the park project provides a sustainable and functional living environment for its residents, promoting a healthy and enjoyable lifestyle.

University of Toronto M.Arch Intergated urbanism Group Project

Lu Du, Francesca Cornacchione, Zi Xiao Shen Year: 2022, Academic Project achievements:The Annual Publication University of Toronto Location: 1 Fountainhead Road, North York, Ontario

Sentinel & Finich LRT Stop

Humber River

Softscape

New Proposed Buildings

Existing buildings

Buildings Outside of Site

Bikelane

Sidewalks

Play Grounds

Existing Trees

Newly Planted Trees

Section B-B

SEED BANK IS FOR THE FUTURE

The seed bank is a dynamic and sustainable architectural project that honours indigenous history by acknowledging our occupation of the land， designing with minimum interference with current site condition and promoting community gathering.

The goal is to create a landscape that gives back to the earth and respects existing site conditions while fulfilling the new requirements for the seed bank and providing convenience for visitors. Flow and continuity were essential concepts during the project’s early iterations, and the resulting design features an existing circle herb garden transformed into a community center. A new greenhouse is located in another circle, and other required programs surround them. The landscaped rooftop is designed to cooperate with existing trails and provide dynamic views for visitors, with private spaces for the respected programs and semi-covered open spaces between them for community gatherings or educational purposes. Forming a unique language that cohesively blends with the site. Overall, the proposed seed bank serves as a future-oriented architectural project that prioritizes sustainability, respect for the land, and functional requirements for the seed bank and its visitors.

Year: 2022, Academic

Project achievements:The Annual Publication

University of Toronto

Location: Kayanase, Caledonia, Ontario

Exploded Axonometric View

Section A-A

South Elevation

North Elevation

Upside Down

This project represents an innovative typology that challenges traditional house geometries and creates a dynamic and inspiring space for students. The building’s design promotes sustainability, functionality, and creativity, providing an optimal learning environment for students at the fine art and architecture school.

The institutional building connects the existing fine art building and architecture school, presenting a unique challenge of linking different floors at varying heights. To address this, the project takes inspiration from flipping traditional house designs and reimagining the use of arc elements. By using Boolean commands, the building’s design incorporates unconventional and exciting architectural forms that promote creativity and inspiration for the students. The project also prioritizes natural light and air circulation, with all sides of the building considered to maximize exposure. The building’s orientation ensures direct air exchange from the north and south and optimal sunlight angles for the light well. The double facade from both the north and south sides acts as a thermal layer to reduce sun gain while providing circulation pathways.

Year: 2021. Academic University of Toronto Location: 61 St James Pl, Brooklyn, NY

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