Grade 9/10 certificate presided over by the Music Examination Committee of the Chinese Musicians’ Association
Theatre, Redevelopment
Design & Technology, Fabrication
Bishop's Palace Theatre "Playtime" on Spike Island "Brew Together" Cafe House
Microhome, Hospitality
PARAMETRIC
Resilient coastal settlements
Re-imagining Absolute Tower
Emergence and Evolutionary Computation
DIGITAL FABRICATION
Design & Technology, Fabrication
AA EmTech x Populous Collabration
PROFESSIONAL
Atelier FCJZ
Jun to Sep 2023
Atelier AMA, Beijing Institute of Architectural Design
Jun to Sep 2021
DensiFlora
Bishop's Palace Theatre
Date: May. 2021
Project Scheme: Theatre, Redevelopment
Location: Bishop Palace, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Instructors: Bethan Rayner, Tim Burton
The significance of reviewing history is to enlighten modern times. the retrospection and reflection on the past constantly provide the fresh blood for design. This project plans to reuse the site of the Bishop Palace in the Llandaff area of Cardiff City, which has been in a state of disrepair since 1970, The former castle no longer exists, only the ruined walls covered by vegetation and three glamorgan championship trees in the center of the grounds. The concept of this project traces the castle’s turbulent era and aims to restore the past glory. A new masterplan references the historic layout of the site and preserves ruined walls while introducing a walkway to integrate a new theatre with the existing context. This new theatre will provide an opportunity for young musicians, performers, composers, and dancers to develop in an environment dedicated to achieving excellence.
Bishop's Palace was situated south of the river Taff, in the center of the town and close proximity to the cathedral, about 100 meters away. In addition to Cardiff Metropolitan University in the north, there are secondary schools and primary schools near the site, including students of all ages.
The Bishop’s Palace in Llandaff was originally a small medieval fortress, it is thought that the palace was first built by William de Braose who became Bishop in 1266. Although the palace seems to have remained intact until at least 1601, it was probably destroyed during the English Civil War. The only substantial remains today are the impressive gatehouse, the rest of the site
Site Obsevation
Site Contexts
Design Conceptual Collage
In addition to referencing the site’s historical layout, the new design emphasizes preservation and respect by carefully limiting the height of new constructions. To address the restricted height of the remaining wall, the main auditorium and backstage spaces are located at the basement level. The historical and visual connection between the Bishop’s Palace and Llandaff Cathedral is also thoughtfully maintained, allowing the cathedral spire to remain visible from the center of the site. The building’s first-floor platform serves as an outdoor performance area open to all, with the cathedral providing a stunning, historic backdrop for events.
Lobby
Historical Wall and Exhibition Space
Bar
Lift
Ticket Office
Storage
Toilets
Stage 9. Artist Reception
Historical Corridor
Cafe 12. Rehearsal and Lecture Room
Studio
Dressing Room
Backstage
Reconstruction of the Castle in Llandaff Source Glamorgan Later Castles, 2000
Rehearsal Hall
Section A-A'
Lobby
Section B-B'
This project represents an ambitious transformation compared to the castle of the past, with nearly half of the site now dedicated to new structures. It promises a vibrant, renewed atmosphere, where musicians, students, and residents from across Wales will come together to enjoy performances and celebrate the revival of their cherished Bishop's Palace. Ultimately, visitors will be captivated by the seamless harmony between the historic and modern buildings, creating a unique and inspiring space.
Design Contexts
"Playtime" on Spike Island
Date: May. 2022
Project Scheme: Gymnasium and Public Space
Location: Spike Island, Bristol, United Kingdom
Instructors: Brendan Higgins, Rory Corr
What is the architectural outcome of a society driven by work? In a system where wealth primarily benefits a few, urban spaces increasingly cater to the affluent, often sidelining public areas and normalizing private "public" spaces. Spike Island, once a hub for quays, shipyards, and other dockside industries, historically connected by the Bristol Harbour Railway, has transitioned into a prime location for high-end housing and commercial projects due to dock redevelopment. This project envisions an alternative city—a city for play rather than productivity. By exploring the relationship between buildings and play, it aims to break the utilitarian structure of urban spaces, proposing a more human-centered approach. The concept uses play as a tool to bridge architecture and nature, recognizing nature as a foundational element of all play. This approach not only enhances social spaces but creates an ideal, inclusive environment that fosters connection and creativity. In this vision, Spike Island becomes a vibrant, accessible space where the people of Bristol can reclaim and enjoy a city that values interaction, community, and the natural world.
Circulation
Established Connection Site Junction
Section A-A'
Openings
Spatial Organization
9. Fitness room 10. Outdoor Fitness Area 11. Fountain Square
Skateboarding Area 13. Baskerball Court
14. Children's Playground 15. Cafe
Sports Hall
Swimming Hall
"Brew Together" Cafe House
Date: Sep. 2022
Project Scheme: Microhome Edition #5, Hospitality
Location: CBD, Beijing, China
This project proposes a modular mini-residential building that rethinks how space can be optimized to support the working and living needs of low-income families. Located in a downtown Beijing street park near a business district, the building features mass timber construction and an adaptable facade system. Designed for a young couple who work and live on-site, the project aims to enhance their quality of life by eliminating long commutes and providing a central urban home. The compact design seeks to balance living and working spaces, maximizing functionality within limited square footage. By carefully experimenting with building height and window placement, the design maintains privacy in residential areas while fostering connection between open workspaces and the public park, creating a seamless blend of private and community-focused space.
Collaborated with Darya Holub, Hankai Ye My Roles: Design Concept, Parametric Modeling, Post Analysis
This thesis tackles the challenge of increasing vulnerability in coastal areas of Bangladesh due to seasonal flooding and cyclones exacerbated by climate change. The research offers an exploration of traditional disaster management strategies and proposes sustainable construction solutions. By integrating Finite Element Analysis and CFD experiments, the thesis addresses the need for coastal architecture that can withstand extreme weather conditions. The research encompasses both large-scale urban strategies and detailed computational experiments. Adaptive water management strategies, coupled with vernacular housing solutions, offer a path forward for mitigating the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities. The computational methodology incorporates genetic algorithms and agent-based modeling to devise solutions optimized for the unique environmental challenges of the region. This work provides a framework for future sustainable development, highlighting the importance of integrating community participation into the design of resilient coastal settlements.
The parameterization approach allows the analysis and processing of site information. Here we have analyzed the road accessibility of Kalapara union in addition to the multiple information of the site pixelized and given different weights to get the most disaster prone areas.
We sought to find the most suitable boundaries for further development, taking into account all possible natural risks. Flooding simulates the impact of different water level heights on the site under cyclone hazards, which in turn suggests a possible intervention.
Blender test shows that increasing the number of bends and branches of the channels dissipates the energy of the water flow, while minimizing the resolution of the banks. The river optimization results were selected not only based on the performance of the optimization outcomes concerning the four objectives but also regarding to their actual morphology.
Cellular Automata algorithm are computational methods that can model growth processes by describing complex systems by simple individuals following simple rules. Cellular automata algorithm which creates regular patterns by determining the neighborhoods of the generated cells that have been determined to have been generated or died.
Blender simulation and shape finding of canal
Masterplan generated by Cellular Automata (CA)
The design is optimized for three objectives. Different weights are assigned to the three FCs based on their significance, with a weight ratio of 6:3:1 to FC1 to 3. By applying the new selection strategy to the top individuals in the Pareto Front (series of individuals with better performance), the best-performing individuals that meet the design objectives can ultimately be identified.
FEA analysis shows a maximum displacement of 9.89 cm and an average of 5.85 cm for the chosen morphology, meeting structural safety requirements. Additionally, the design minimizes material use while ensuring high strength. The primary structure uses Bambusa Balcooa with a 7.5 cm diameter, while the secondary structure and additional framing use Dendrocalamus Strictus at 5 cm diameter.
Create central shaft
Parallel Coordinate Plot Diagram
BAMBOO
STAIRS
RAILING
PLANK FLOORING
BAMBOO POLE
METAL СONNECTOR
WOVEN BAMBOO EXTERIOR WALL
BAMBOO RAFTER SYSTEM
BAMBOO ROOF
The structural joints developed, comprising welded metal tube connectors for bamboo poles, enhance both stability and flexibility. These connectors are straightforward to fabricate yet robust enough to withstand external forces such as high winds. Offering six joint types, this system provides versatility to meet varied structural demands, ensuring both strength and adaptability. Moreover, this approach facilitates rapid replacement of damaged components, which is essential in regions prone to seasonal natural disasters.
Joinery Design
Typical joinery
Prototype
Re-imagining Absolute Towers
Date: Jan. 2024
Project Scheme: Emergence And Evolutionary Computation
Instructors: Elif Erdine, Milad Showkatbakhsh
Collaborated with Efe Meraki, Prakhar Patle
My Roles: Parametric Modelling, Post Analysis, Render
This project reimagines the Absolute Towers in Mississauga, Canada, for Kuala Lumpur, adapting the design to the distinct climate and urban context of Malaysia. The team used a multi-objective optimization approach with evolutionary algorithms, systematically analyzing and modifying the building’s original design features to suit Kuala Lumpur’s hot and humid conditions. Through a process termed “de-coding” and “re-coding,” they translated the building's features from its Canadian context to align with Malaysian environmental demands. Using these adjusted parameters, the team experimented with a series of geometric transformations, generating new morphologies that respond to Kuala Lumpur's unique conditions. After running initial simulations, the team collaborated to refine the problem space, combining diverse strategies to produce adaptive designs tailored to the local climate and urban needs, ultimately achieving innovative, contextsensitive architectural solutions.
* Simulation Parameters :
- Number of Generations : 100
- Number of Individuals per Gen. : 50
- Number of Total Individuals : 5000
* Simulation RunTime : 4 hours
* Number of Nulls : 0
Around the common goal definition, a set of five fitness criteria (FC) were designated. Passive strategies provided by the genepools are related with certain FCs. In this manner; FC1, FC2 and FC5 are directly linked to the climate study. FC3 and FC4 represents spatial concerns and constraints in a wholistic manner. FC4 concretizes a real-case scenario currently appareant in between governmental bodies, architects and contractors as the main parameter to adjust the design subject into the site.
Core and radial axis
Subdivide and subtract Generate initial floors
Pareto Front Individuals Scale and rotate the floors
* X Axis = FO1
*Y Axis = FO2
*Z Axis = FO3
*Green (fittest) - Red (least fit) = FO4
*Large (fittest) - Small (least fit) = FO5
SD Graphs can shows the progress of the optimization, The blue line represents the results of the most recent generations, with the further to the left indicating a smoother optimization process. It also portray that the problem space did not configuredefficiently. Best performing individuals are also one ofthe worst oneson the other FCs. The generational continuity result in divergence without any progressive improvement.
The color gradient when observed starting from the point zero (representing the utopia for FC1, FC2 and FC3) proceeds away greener meaning that FC5 ranking contradicts with the first three. The distribution of sizes as FC4 accumulates larger in the average, portraying that it is divergent through the experiment.
The pareto fronts landscape generation 99
A genomic sequencing study was conducted to better understand and refine the gene pool dynamics, aiming to optimize value ranges for the next simulation. While divergence did reveal some inefficiencies, the process provided valuable insights. Although the gradient shifted toward ultimate values through evolution, this exploration offered a deeper understanding of how gene pools interact over time. The findings highlight areas for improvement, paving the way for even more precise value adjustments in future simulations.
Wind simulations of both towers revealed that integrating CFD with evolutionary simulation can optimize building orientation and morphology to align with wind patterns. This combined approach supports morphological adjustments based on wind velocity, enhancing functionality and resilience against wind effects. The findings underscore the value of integrated design strategies for improved performance. Additionally, we conducted a sun radiation analysis to further refine the facade design, optimizing it for the environmental context.
Collaborated with Syeda Ali, Hankai Ye My Roles: Design Concept, Parametric Modelling, Fabrication
The project aimed at creating a circular surface using a local component derived from the abstraction of a triangle. Material tests were performed to assess the bending and twisting properties of plywood strips. In combining numerous components from the local to the regional scale for the physical model, variations in length, shape and angle had to be applied. The connection of the components on the regional scale was also a pivotal focus, and experiments were conducted during the fabrication of the entire model. Through multiple iterations and simplifying the pseudo-code from a torus knot to a basic torus surface, the result was a torus surface composed of a modular component. The displacement and deformation characteristics were analysed by approximation of input parameters. Load tests on the model were also carried out to observe how much displacement occurs in the torus geometry.
MDF, known for its strength, could bend to a specific angle but fractured asymmetrically under added pressure across all tested widths.
Veneer bent easily into a fully closed curve with minimal pressure but retained a deformed shape when twisted or flattened, showing low resilience in returning to its original state.
Compared to MDF and veneer, plywood performed better, bending gradually and achieving an optimal angle under pressure. However, like the others, it ultimately fractured when held in position or subjected to additional force.
How can this structure be applied to the revolution surface? The creation area for each component is obtained by splitting the torus in both U and V directions andstaggering them. Next, the space for the connections is reserved, and the reguired curves are generated.
The study found that adjusting the UV value of the segmented torus and the minimum shift distance between initial and trailing points in the digital model allowed control over the overall form. Four forms were proposed, with variation 2, featuring the tightest connections and smoothest curves, ultimately selected.
The system contains multiple sizes of components. By using parametric method, each batten was categorized and labeled for ease of assembly. Additionally, guide diagrams were drawn to indicate the correct position of each component.
The design uses two identical strips and one uniquely bent strip. The single, highly bent strip fits securely atop the other two, while the lower ends of these two strips bend inward to form a connection area. This arrangement allows the three pieces to join into a stable structure, with each lower end connecting laterally to the others, enabling the bending force from each batten to transfer effectively to the piece above.
The material properties of plywood are inout to the FEA analysis tool, with displacement and stress analyses conducted on the digital model using Karamba3D. The stress analysis reinforced the significance of strip joints, revealing compression lines at joint overlaps and areas of tension along the extended curved ends. These findings underscore the importance of precise joint alignment in ensuring structural integrity and effective stress distribution.
Displacement analysis showed the greatest displacement along the meridian plane of the torus surface, where Gaussian curvature is zero. This primarily impacted larger modules, causing the surface to expand and contract under applied pressure.
Element Analysis
DensiFlora
Date: Nov. 2024
Project Scheme:
Location: South West Corner of Bedford Square, London
AA EmTech x Populous collaboration
My Roles: Material Experiment, Initial Conceptual Design
DensiFlora explores sustainable architecture using rattan canes, integrating computational design and robotic fabrication to address biomaterial construction. By linking generative design, material computation, and prototyping, it advances rattan—a renewable and durable biomaterial—for lightweight, bending-active, and stable enclosures. Through a fullscale prototype, it integrates rattan's mechanical properties with form-finding, simulation methods, and structural analysis. Employing robotic fabrication demonstrates adapting traditional processes to computational design, opening new avenues for biomaterials in large-scale structures and emerging technologies.
3D Scan: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=fz13g9A34GZ&ss=2&sr=-.9,-1.36
My Individual Design Concept (Early Stage)
The material properties of rattan provide many possibilities for morphology. Inspired by traditional weaving techniques, my concept involves interlocking and overlapping twisted rattan bundles to create a force transfer system that enhances structural integrity.
Young's Modulus
Bending Experiment
Different Views
Twist Module Design
Twisting Process
Weaving Exploration Regional Scale Exploration Global Scale Exploration
Professional Experience
Atelier FCJZ
Jun. to Sep. 2023
Beijing, China
Prepared publication-quality drawings for the ChunYangTai Arts and Cultural Centre in Guangzhou and the Nantou Neighborhood Centre in Shenzhen, illustrating essential architectural features and design intent. Developed a parametric kinetic glass brick wall system, employing advanced computational methods to achieve dynamic design solutions. Additionally, produced 3D models for a secondary school renovation project in Beijing, focusing on accurately conveying design improvements and spatial modifications. Collaborated closely with the design team to translate conceptual ideas into high-quality visual and technical documentation, aligning with project goals and standards for client presentations and publication.
ChunYangTai Art and Cultural Centre
Nantou Neighborhood Centre Glass Brick Wall Design
Atelier AMA, Beijing Institute of Architectural Design
Jun. to Sep. 2023
Beijing, China
Collaborated with architects on conceptual design, graphic representation, and report editing across multiple projects, including an office building in Fujian province where I assisted with design options using Rhino. For a mixed-use building project on Fengxi Blvd. in Xi’an, I developed exterior renderings and a visualization package with Lumion. Additionally, I edited the design description document for the CBD-Z3 building project in Beijing and created analysis diagrams for the Huanyu high-rise project in Shenzhen.
ChunYangTai Art and Cultural Centre
Fengxi Blvd. mixed use building project in Xi’an
Huanyu high-rise building project in Shenzhen
Other Works
Crossing Blocks - Board Game Demo
Date: Jan. 2022
Project Scheme: Board Game
Instructors: Brendan Higgins, Rory Corr
1. Select your character
2. Gaining moveable points by rolling dice (for example 2 points)
3. Moving your character and the wooden blocks (both can be move twice) (no restriction on moving only one block)
4. Try railway or boats for faster passage
5. It is allowed to block the movement of others by moving wooden blocks
Weaving Bench
Date: Jan. 2020
Project Scheme: Furniture Design
Instructor: Richard Powell
Vertical Studio in Treherbert, Wales.
Welcome to our Woods (WTOW), a non-profit in Treherbert, launched a project to design a prototype public seat for three local sites, blending Treherbert’s past, present, and future. Collaborating with senior students and a local woodworker, I worked hands-on with preselected materials, focusing on creativity and adaptability rather than technical precision. Each material’s unique qualities guided our approach, fostering a collaborative and learning-rich environment. This experience has enhanced my crafting skills and deepened my understanding of Treherbert’s heritage and inspired visions for its future.
