Sectional perspective of multi-generational approach Image drawn on AutoCAD with detailing added on Photoshop
ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO
ED PENNY
RADICAL RECONSTRUCTIONS - Year 2/Semester 2
Flood Relief Centre
Olabeaga, Bilbao
The Olabega Flood Relief Centre is situated in an imagined version of Bilbao where the climate emergency has progressed to the stage where the Nervión River frequently 昀氀oods, rendering Olabeaga Kaia unusable to traf昀椀c.
The Flood Relief Centre is notable due to its emphasis on a low carbon approach which maximises the reuse of the existing buildings. The building is almost exclusively timber inside apart from the existing concrete 昀氀oors and features skylights to maximise daylight to reach the lowest 昀氀oors.
The ‘new’ mixing chamber is built with a combination of polycarbonate and Accoya timber, both of which work well to diffuse light, and they can also control the internal temperature of a room. Polycarbonate sheet can also reduce overheating in certain parts of a building by absorbing a signi昀椀cant amount of the infrared spectrum that carries heat. The accoya timber is part of a ventilated facade system which will allow for ventilation throughout the building.
Interior Images of Flood Relief Centre - Sketchup
Cross Section of Proposal - Drawn on AutoCAD, edited on Photoshop.
CANAL VIEW - Year 3/Semester
This project is concerned with preserving the industrial history of Coalisland while also providing a variety of housing types and a community space for one of the most deprived areas in all of Northern Ireland.
My proposal prioritizes a multi-generational approach, as well as focusing on providing housing for an ageing population. Additionally, one to two bed apartments for single individuals and single-parent families are also accounted for.
Overall, the project aims to provide housing solutions and a community space while honoring Coalisland’s industrial past and creating opportunities for its residents.
During the site visit, I noticed a disconnect between Main Street and Washingbay Road. Main Street has a strong sense of community with its common building typology, while Washingbay Road is dominated by large metal buildings, notably the supermarket.
The book “Suburban Nation” emphasizes that buildings like the supermarket, which stand apart from residential areas and prioritize car access, disrupt the pedestrian-friendly nature of the street and signal a focus on passing traf昀椀c rather than local community engagement.
SECTION THROUGH MULTI-GENERATIONAL AND ELDERLY HOUSING Drawn on AutoCAD and rendered on Photoshop
SECTION THROUGH APARTMENT BLOCK
Drawn on AutoCAD and rendered on Photoshop
Original proposal used Rheinzink cladding for the roof and terrace, as it is a sustainable nod to Coalisland’s rich history in iron production. Pebble dash render due to it being a characteristic feature of buildings throughout NI.
Proposal uses Timber cladding local to Northern Ireland, as well as reclaimed Bangor Blue Slate for the roof as it has both sustainable and aesthetic bene昀椀ts. Built using Porotherm Monolithic Clay Blocks as a nod to Coalisland’s industrial history with clay and 昀椀nished externally with lime render.
Unreal Engine renders of multi generational proposal, highlighting material choices. Modelled on Sketchup.
Unreal Engine renders of Bird Hide to be placed on Derryhubbert Bog in Dungannon. Modelled on Sketchup.
Interior Spaces Models
Edward Hopper’s work photoshopped onto photos of model
Hand Drawn Sketches