Architecture portfolio | Fong Siau Qi

ARCHITECTURE

FONG SIAU QI 2019 - 2022

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ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO

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SELECTED WORKS

EDUCATION

FONG SIAU QI

2019 - 2022

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ARCHITECTURE Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur LAM Part I/ RIBA Part I 3.80/4.00

2018 - 2019

MALAYSIAN MATRICULATION CERTIFICATE Penang Matriculation College, Kepala Batas, Penang 215/300 Muet Band 4 4.00/4.00

2013 - 2017

MALAYSIAN EDUCATION CERTIFICATE Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sultan Omar 1A+, 8A, 2A-

“Speak out your idea through architecture.”

I have a lot of passions in learning new things and looking forward to challenge something new.

My goal is to enhance my design skill and knowledges in architecture continuously through the learning process.

Characteristic Adaptive l Problem solving l Passionate l Critical thinking l Creative l Organised

ACHIEVEMENTS/ ACTIVITIES 2019 - 2022

DEAN'S’ AWARD Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur 4 out of 5 semesters

2021

Z.ONE COMPETITION 2021 Universiti Putra Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

2021

MALAYSIAN LEVEL BAMBOO COMPETITION 2021 Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur POSITION

fongsiauqi@gmail.com +(60)11-11428937 4th July 2000 instagram.com/siauqi0704 Dungun, Terengganu

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2019 - 2022

ARCHITUDE UM COMMITTEE MEMBER Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur Technical and logistic team CLASS COMMITTEE MEMBER DARC Studio, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur Secretary for semester 2 and 5

SKILLS

Design and concept

Written and Oral Communication

Teamwork spirit

Creativity and problem solving

Critical thinking

TECHNICAL SKILLS Measured drawing l Working drawing l Digital fabrication l Sketching l Rendering l Model building l Drafting SOFTWARES AutoCAD l Revit l Lumion l Photoshop l Microsoft Office l JianYing l Miro l Premiere Pro LANGUAGES WRITTEN Chinese (Native), English, Malay, German, French

SPOKEN Chinese (Native), English, Malay, Cantonese

CONTENTS

PROJECT 01: THE FUSION PROJECT 05: RESONATE

PROJECT 02: ETERNITY PROJECT 06: GREEN BRICK HOUSE

PROJECT 03: PLAYRADISE PROJECT 07: STARSPHERE

PROJECT 04: BID[ART]YUH PROJECT 08: OTHERS

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Natural fusion shows connection between inside out and inside in.

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THE FUSION

THE FUSION Project : Mental Wellness Centre Project Year : Year 3, Semester 1 (2021/ 2022) Site : Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

PROGRAM: RECREATIONAL THERAPY

PROJECT STATEMENT A maximum of three storey height mental wellness centre is proposed to improve mental health care environment in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya. The entire nett built up area should not more than 1500 square meter. Design strategies such as altering space layout, acoustics, daylighting, choice of colours, and natural elements should be taken into consideration to reduce the aggressive and anxiety emotion in mental health patients.

CONCEPT: NATURAL FUSION

PROBLEM STATEMENT COVID-19

ECONOMIC RECESSION

MENTAL ILLNESS

NATURAL LIGHTING

Young adults that experienced loss of income and contribute to the poor mental health. Compared to all adults, young adults are more likely to report substance use (25% vs. 13%) and suicidal thoughts (26% vs. 11%).

NATURAL VIEW

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NATURAL SOUND

GREEN COLOR

Natural fusion shows connection between inside out and inside in.

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THE FUSION

A block facing towards to main road is created.

Extrusion and intrusion of block forming different levelling of cuboid.

A roof is created for shading and aesthetic purpose.

Adding of detailing through the play with solid and void cuboids.

THE FUSION

THE FUSION

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ETERNITY

ETERNITY Project : Covid Memorial Garden Project Year : Year 3, Semester 1 (2021/ 2022) Site : Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi, Tay Kar Yen, Nurdiana Shahirah, Naufal

PROGRAMMES

Planting

PROJECT STATEMENT

Memoria l Healing (life)

A group project on designing Covid 19 memorial garden is proposed to commemorate those who lost their life during the pandemic, takes advantage and tie in the global pandemic that have taken many human lives.

The urban intervention project is designed to be linked to the theme awake and quietus. The open spaces take roles as places for exercising, relaxing and safely meeting place while park area is to give people a way to remember those lost.

Sadness (death)

Jogging Reflection of life

Candle putting

DESIGN ELEMENTS

CONCEPT: ETERNITY

Water features Healing

Duality

Sadness

Reflective features

Ramp features

Water Pavilion

Memorial Area

Healing Garden Restrooms

Mirror Pavilion

Ceremonial area

Entrance Reflective pond Shelters

Parking

ETERNITY

Healing (life)

Reflection of life

Sadness (death)

ETERNITY

Candle Area- An area which creates a small gathering spaces for family to ignite the candles and the lighted candles represents each living soul of their long lost family members or friends.

Larger memorial- Sunken with lights penetrates into the spaces to create sense of sadness atmosphere.

The Healing Garden- The trees in the circulated garden were previous existing trees. Those trees as if they were the guardians of the lost soul in pandemic take gentle care of them.

Mirror Pavillion- The reflected mirror symbolizes the reflection of soul.

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[PLAY]RADISE Project Name : Beachside cafe Project Year : Year 2, Semester 1 Site : Beachside Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

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Adult talk out emotion, while children play out emotion.

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[PLAY]RADISE

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[PLAY]RADISE Project

: Education Centre and Community Engagement Centre Project Year : Year 2, Semester 2 (2020/ 2021) Site : Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

BACKGROUND STUDY ON UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN CHOW KIT

PROJECT STATEMENT A unique educational program is proposed to empower the underprivileged children aged between 7 and 12. An education centre as well a community engagement centre at the heart of Kuala Lumpur that is in Chow Kit. Local context and site issues are taken into consideration to develop good quality spatial planning and programmes.

- Depression : Impressed by Chow Kit environment.

- Low self-esteem : Influenced by social and surrounding people.

- Homelessness : Abandoned by parents.

-Non-educated : Poor family background.

LOCAL CONTEXT

PROGRAM: PLAY THERAPY

Sun path Play is universal language.

Children communicate through play.

Children play out emotion.

Wind direction

Circulation

Nature

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Adult talk out emotion, while children play out emotion.

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LOCAL CONTEXT & SITE ISSUES

SUN PATH

EAST AND WEST FACADES ARE TREATED WITH SHADING DEVICES, SMALL OPENINGS, AND LARGE OVERHANG TO ACHIEVE SUSTAINABILITY.

WIND FLOW

CENTRAL VOID IS CREATED FOR THE EASE OF WIND FLOW AS THE HOT AIR MAY RISE UP.

CIRCULATION

THE MAIN CIRCULATION CUTS HORIZONTALLY AND VERTICALLY GIVING DIRECT ACCESS..

SITE PLAN

1:250

NATURE

THE BUILDING HAS GREEN ROOF FOR SUSTAINABILITY PURPOSE AND SURROUNDED BY GREENERY.

[PLAY]RADISE

VISITOR PARKING PLAYGROUND DROP OFF AREA MANAGEMENT PARKING

STORE

JANITOR STORE

WAITING AREA

KITCHEN

CAFE

LOBBY

PRAYER HALL

TOILET + CHANGING

LIBRARY

PLAY SPACE: PLAY SPACE: MUSIC LABORATORY

COMMUNITY GARDEN

OFFICE

PLAY SPACE: PLAY SPACE: BUILDING ART BLOCKS

COUNSELLING

TRANSITION SPACE

MULTIPURPOSE HALL

LOBBY GARDEN

GROUND FLOOR PLAN

1:100

FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:100

STACK VENTILATION TRANSITION

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CENTRAL SEATING

LOBBY

Cutting through the vertical central axis, the section shows the relation between transition, central seating, and lobby.

The transition receives good view from the garden and central green void, giving a sense of embraced by nature. The axis also allow the wind to flow through and bring the cool breeze into the building.

OUTDOOR READING AREA

LIBRARY

MULTIPURPOSE HALL

STORE

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KITCHEN

MUSICAL PLAY SPACE

STORE

There are three access to the first floor, which either from the green roof, staircases or the stair-type seating in multipurpose hall.

The multipurpose hall has cladding without glass to allow good ventilation through from the front along to the end.

Opening on top of library allows natural light to penetrate into.

[PLAY]RADISE

PLAY SPACE: BUILDING BLOCKS

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PLAY SPACE: ART

TRANSITION

PLAY SPACE: LABORATORY

PLAY SPACE: MUSICAL

OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

OUTDOOR SEATING

Transition space in between the classrooms display the suspended artworks done by children, letting visitors who passing through the classrooms (temporary gallery during weekend) to enjoy kids’ idea and creativity.

Outdoor amphitheater allows for outdoor learning.

LIBRARY

OFFICE

PLAY AREA: CLIMBINGE

CENTRAL SEATING

PLAY SPACE: ART

PLAY SPACE: BUILDING BLOCKS

SUSTAINABLE APPROACH

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COLORFUL FINS

The protruding fins shade the space effectively.

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SHADING DEVICE ON FIRST FLOOR

Shading device allows wind flow from north-west and bring minimal natural light into.

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SHADING DEVICE ON GROUND

Vertical shading element on the movable panels allows light as well as wind into.

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COLORFUL SKYLIGHT

Bring natural light into, casting colorful shadow to the space.

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TIMBER CLADDING

Allows wind to flow into and cast nice shadow into the space.

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[PLAY]RADISE

RELATION BETWEEN COMMUNITY AND EDUCATION

The interaction between in the children in education center and community in Chow Kit brings are shown.

Through the connection, the issues of children in Chow Kit could be focused seriously. Most of the spaces are shared in different time slots for education purpose and community engagement purpose.

GREEN INCLINED ROOF

CONCRETE STRUCTURE

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[PLAY]RADISE

GREEN ROOF ACTIVITIES

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PLAYGROUND

For kids to play while waiting for their parents.

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LONG SLIDES -

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CLIMBING ROCK AND COLORFUL WALKWAY

Climbing rock for kids to climb up, colorful walkway as a virtual entrance to the playful rooftop.

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ROOFTOP SEATING

For community engagement and as viewing deck to overlook.

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SNACK PUZZLES -

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ROOFTOP SEATING AND SWINGS

Space for the interaction of children and adults.

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OUTDOOR SEATING

OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

IRREGULAR SEATING

SUNKEN LEARNING SPACE

[PLAY]RADISE

GARDEN ACTIVITIES

OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

NORTH

SUNKEN LEARNING SPACE SOUTH

OUTDOOR SEATING

IRREGULAR SEATING

CLASSROOMS The classrooms not only serve as a learning space during 3M program, but also as play spaces during play therapy program and exhibition gallery during weekend. Each of the classrooms has different color theme bringing different feeling and impression when passing from one space to another.

MUSICAL PLAY SPACE

LABORATORY PLAY SPACE

BUILDING BLOCK PLAY SPACE

ART AND PAINTING PLAY SPACE

Yellow painting on ground let children to know their position easily.

Flexible furniture also serve as building blocks

Same kind of flexible furniture are used to save space.

Irregular shape of table allows children to have flexible place to make art.

[PLAY]RADISE

FURNITURE DETAILS

The high flexibility of furniture makes it easy to be stored and saves the spaces. The furniture has multifunction and suit with children’s desire to have such playful elements.

MULTIFUNCTION

DESK AND CHAIR FOR BUILDING BLOCK PLAY SPACE

DESK, CHAIR AND EXPERIMENT RACK FOR LABORATORY PLAY SPACE

BUILDING BLOCKS MATERIALS FOR KIDS TO EXPRESS CREATIVITY

STORAGE RACK FOR ALL SPACES

In this project, we are engaged by a local artist with an intention to open up an art gallery to showcase his artwork as well as his work space in Kuala Lumpur.

Since my client, Paul Nickson Atia is a Bidayuh, the facade is designed to relate himself with his own studio.

Bamboo facade is used to represent his culture, bringing a sense of tranquility to the client.

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The act of painting gives me control and routine, and it is therapeutic.

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BID[ART]YUH

BID[ART]YUH Project Project Year Site

: In-fill: Art Gallery & Artist Workshop : Year 2, Semester 2 (2020/ 2021) : Jalan Tuba, Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

CONCEPT: TRANQUILITY

PROJECT STATEMENT The project is an infill project in an existing building with rich contextual values. Existing building structure of old shophouse is maintained and basic sustainable approaches are incorporated. In this project, an art gallery and artist workshop is designed with an intention to showcase art works as well as work spaces in the centre of capital city, Kuala Lumpur.

PAUL’S DOG

WATER FALLING

STUDY ON MATERIALS Since the client is a Bidayuh, study on longhouse is emphasised. One of the things that make Bidayuh longhouse different from the other ethnic is the obvious usage of bamboo material as its main materials.

STUDY ON CLIENT: PAUL NICKSON ATIA During the interview with client, Paul Nickson mentioned that he took longer time in doing research. Hence, consideration on quiet working space is crucial for his artist workshop.

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GREEN POCKET SPACE

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The act of painting gives me control and routine, and it is therapeutic.

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BID[ART]YUH

WORKSHOP OPEN STUDIO

SCULPTURE GALLERY URBAN SKETCHES GALLERY

PAINTINGS GALLERY

BID[ART]YUH OPEN STUDIO

SCULPTURE GALLERY

PRIVATE STUDIO

REST & OFFICE

GALLERIES

BID[ART]YUH

“

Resonate in your heart.

Resonate with your soul.

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RESONATE

RESONATE Project Project Year Site

: Malaysian Level Bamboo Competition 2021 : Year 2 (2020/ 2021) : Nansha Bird Park, The 29th Guangzhou Garden Expo - Haixinsha Square Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi, Lim Wei Kee, Lim Wen Hui, Sherene Chuah Xin Ee, Foo Teng Wei

TRADITIONAL ART: ANGKLUNG

PROJECT STATEMENT Traditional performing arts of local region is studied and is developed into an innovative design structure to form a bamboo art space. The art space is used to exhibit pictures of traditional craft techniques. The structure is located above the shallow water, whereby the visitors could pass through the middle of structure. Night scene, typhoon resistance and safety issues should be taken into consideration of the design ISSUES OF ANGKLUNG IN MALAYSIA

There is only one Angklung maker in Malaysia.

Plus, the production is complicated and time-consuming, thus this kind of art has less interest from the young generation.

CONCEPT: RESONANCE

BENEFITS OF ANGKLUNG AT SITE

The combination of sound produced by Angklung and nature sound by birds bring a sense of tranquility and calmness to visitors.

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Resonate in your heart.

Resonate with your soul.

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RESONATE

RESONATE

VIEW FROM BRIDGE Viewing from the bridge, the structure gives a sense of rhythm in relation to Angklung.

VIEW FROM LAKE The structure is opened up to the lake, connecting human and nature together.

NIGHT VIEW The lighting emphasises on the central part, giving focus to the special space of the structure.

DAYTIME VIEW During daytime, the bamboo structure make it to be outstanding from the surrounded buildings.

VIEW FROM STADIUM Viewing from stadium, the reflection of lighting on the pool brings beauty to the structure at night.

NIGHT VIEW The colorful Canton Tower contrasted with the bamboo structure during night time.

RESONATE

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Bring green back to the city, connecting nature with building.

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GREEN BRICK HOUSE

GREEN BRICK HOUSE Project Project Year Site

: Cottage Industry and Residence : Year 2, Semester 1 (2020/ 2021) : Opposite Wet Market of PJ Old Town, Selangor.

Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

PROPOSED INDUSTRY: DRIED FRUIT SNACK

PROJECT STATEMENT Mr X and Mrs Y decided to start a new cottage industry business where the raw materials could be get from the market and shop nearby. The clients planned to get assistance from a few seniors and juniors living nearby to be the staffs. Six staffs are sufficient as their two late teenager’s children would help them with the works after school. The building is design with their own accommodation and extra accommodation for their staffs, enhancing relationship between senior population.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

CONCEPT: GREENNESS

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Bring green back to the city, connecting nature with building.

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GREEN BRICK HOUSE

To reconnect the elderly to the community, the public garden at front could be seen as an opportunity for them to have social interaction with each other. It connects to both gallery and accommodation spaces, acts as the main space that brings connection between architecture and nature.

A central interior garden that surrounded with green plants railing serves as the main focus to the whole accommodation area. A sunken pool is created around the garden for the elderly to sunken their leg into the water for the ‘fish spa’ that beneficial especially for elderly people.

GREEN BRICK HOUSE

GREEN BRICK HOUSE

The structure of roof is shown. Doubled roof is used to allow sufficient light into the interior.

The entrance is opened up to the public garden, giving sense of welcoming to the senior citizens.

The spaces facing to private pool are designed with operable panels for good ventilation.

Roof plan of building is shown.

Cottage industry is designed with long curved shape for smooth process in doing works.

Pool is provided for cooling effect and aesthetic purposes.

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Even the night is over, that’s how we find the light.

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STARSPHERE

STARSPHERE Project : Staycation Folly: A Shelter in Nature Project Year : Year 1, Semester 1 (2019/ 2020) Site : Perdana Botanical Garden Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

PROJECT STATEMENT For the final design project of Architecture Design Studio 1, students are required to design a shelter located in the Taman Tasik Perdana, Kuala Lumpur, which acts as a getaway that is a joyful place of respite for the occupant to do specific activity with two functional space.

CONCEPT: GALAXY

In relation to the specific activity stargazing, the concept of galaxy leads to the formation of structure. Similar to galaxy, the folly is designed with a hole at the center. The rotatable stargazing platform on upper level is designed to represent galaxy rotation curve.

DESIGN IDEAS

DESIGN STATEMENT Starsphere is designed with the aim to provide a 360 degree panoramic view in star watching area for occupants to experience the starry sky. Since stargazing activities are usually carried out in high-level areas, the staycation should be high in order to prevent the view of stars from being blocked by objects or trees.

A rotatable platform is created for the occupants to stargaze with a wide view without being restrained on either angle. A clearance on stargazing platform is designed for them to observe stars with naked stars and spot for specific star to study using telescope and do specific research. Correspondingly, a more private sleeping and resting area is provided as the stargazing activity is normally conducted during midnight.

Linear elements on upper floor for good ventilation.

Radial shape for 360 degree view.

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Even the night is over, that’s how we find the light.

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STARSPHERE

STARSPHERE

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OTHERS

OTHERS Project

: Architecture Communication Drawing, Basic Design Principle Project Year : Year 1, Semester 1 (2019/ 2020) Contributor(s) : Fong Siau Qi

PROJECT STATEMENT During Year 1 of Architectural Design Studio, we studied on the subjects architecture communication drawing and basic design principle to gain basic knowledges and techniques related to architecture. Through the subjects, I learnt a lot on the architectural drawings, modelling, and the other things related to our course. Through the photography on various buildings, I managed to gain skills on basic design principles such as balance, hierarchy, rhythm, symmetry, contrast and so on. These vocabularies assists me along my studio works and architectural design.

LINEAR DOMINANT SPACE MODEL AND LINEAR SPECIAL SPACE MODEL

PLANAR MODEL

OTHERS

TWO CUBE MODEL

LINEAR AND PLANAR MODEL

OTHERS

ARCHITECTURE

fongsiauqi@gmail.com +(60)11-11428937 4th July 2000 instagram.com/siauqi070 4 Dungun, Terengganu