PORTFOLIO STUDIOWORKS

ARCHITECTURE

FONG SIAU QI

ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO I ALL WORKS

FONG SIAU QI

“Speak out your idea through architecture.”

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

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

2019-2022

BACHELOROFSCIENCEARCHITECTURE

Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur LAM Part I/ RIBA Part I 3.80/4.00

2018-2019 MALAYSIAN MATRICULATIONCERTIFICATE

Penang MatriculationCollege, Kepala Batas, Penang 215/300 Muet Band4 4.00/4.00

2013-2017 MALAYSIAN EDUCATIONCERTIFICATE

Sekolah Menengah KebangsaanSultanOmar 1A+,8A,2A-

Connection of contrary between young and old through sports.

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CONTRA-NECT

Project : KelanaJayaSport Hub

ProjectYear :Year3,Semester2 (2021/2022)

Site : KelanaJaya, PetalingJaya

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROJECTSTATEMENT

Thestudentsarerequiredtoproposea KelanaJayaSport Hubwhichlocated at the SS7, Petaling Jaya. The students are required to include indoor and outdoor sport activities as their main building design scope and concept.

The students are free to choose the intended sport programmes and activitiesbasedontheirrespectiveconceptandtheme.

PROPOSED PROGRAMMES: MODERN+TRADITIONALSPORTS

Connection of contrary between young and old through sports.

Gateball vs Hockey Gasing vs Beyblade

Buluh Bedil vs Paintball

LANDSCAPEAPPROACHES

From the plan, the outdoor gym and basketball court, Taichi plaza were designed as part of the community park, enhancing the social engagement between the old and young generation. Some gazebos are created as most of the programmes involve groups of people and gazebo is for them to rest after exercising and wait for the venue if thesportspacesareoccupiedbytheothers.

Natural fusion shows connection between inside out and inside in.

THE FUSION

Project : MentalWellnessCentre

ProjectYear :Year3,Semester1 (2021/2022)

Site : KelanaJaya, PetalingJaya

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROGRAM: RECREATIONALTHERAPY

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 theaggressiveandanxietyemotioninmentalhealthpatients.

PROBLEMSTATEMENT

COVID-19 ECONOMIC RECESSION MENTAL ILLNESS

CONCEPT: NATURAL FUSION

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 substanceuse(25%vs.13%)andsuicidalthoughts(26%vs.11%).

NATURAL LIGHTING NATURAL VIEW NATURAL SOUND GREEN COLOR

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Natural fusion shows connection between inside out and inside in.

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.

ETERNITY

Project :Covid MemorialGarden

ProjectYear :Year3,Semester1 (2021/2022)

Site : KelanaJaya, PetalingJaya

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi,Tay KarYen, NurdianaShahirah, Naufal

PROGRAMMES

Planting

PROJECTSTATEMENT

A group project on designing Covid 19 memorial garden is proposed to commemorate those who lost their life during the pandemic, takes advantageandtieintheglobalpandemicthathavetakenmanyhumanlives.

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 rememberthoselost.

CONCEPT: ETERNITY

Duality SadnessHealing

Jogging

Healing (life)

Sadness (death)

DESIGN ELEMENTS

Reflection of life

Memoria l Candle putting

Reflective pond

Restrooms

Water Pavilion Ceremonial area

Memorial Area Entrance Parking

Healing Garden Shelters

Mirror Pavilion

Healing (life)

Reflection of life

Sadness (death)

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 treesasiftheyweretheguardiansofthelostsoulinpandemictakegentlecareofthem.

Mirror Pavillion- The reflected mirror symbolizesthereflectionofsoul.

[PLAY]RADISE

Project : EducationCentreand Community EngagementCentre

ProjectYear :Year2,Semester2 (2020/2021) Site :Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 spatialplanningandprogrammes.

BACKGROUNDSTUDYONUNDERPRIVILEGEDCHILDREN INCHOW KIT

- Depression : ImpressedbyChow Kitenvironment.

- Lowself-esteem: Influencedbysocialandsurroundingpeople.

- Homelessness :Abandonedbyparents. -Non-educated : Poorfamilybackground.

LOCALCONTEXT

Sunpath

Winddirection Circulation Nature

Playisuniversal language. Childrencommunicate throughplay. Childrenplayout emotion.

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Adult talk out emotion, while children play out emotion.

LOCALCONTEXT& SITE ISSUES

SITE PLAN

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..

NATURE

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

VISITOR PARKING

PLAYGROUND

DROP OFF AREA MANAGEMENT PARKING KITCHEN CAFE

COMMUNITY GARDEN

STORE

MULTIPURPOSE HALL

LOBBY

PRAYER HALL TOILET + CHANGING

PLAY SPACE: BUILDING BLOCKS PLAY SPACE: ARTPLAY SPACE: LABORATORY PLAY SPACE: MUSIC

LOBBY

WAITING AREA TRANSITION SPACE

JANITOR STORE GARDEN

LIBRARY

OFFICE COUNSELLING

STACK VENTILATION

TRANSITION CENTRAL SEATING

● 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 windto flow through and bring the cool breeze into the building.

STORE KITCHEN

READING AREA

LIBRARY

MUSICAL PLAY SPACE

MULTIPURPOSE HALL 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 SPACE: BUILDING BLOCKS PLAY SPACE: ART PLAY SPACE: MUSICAL

TRANSITION PLAY SPACE: LABORATORY

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.

OFFICE PLAY AREA: CLIMBINGELIBRARY

PLAY SPACE: BUILDING BLOCKS PLAY SPACE: ARTCENTRAL SEATING

COLORFUL FINS

SHADING DEVICE ON FIRST FLOOR

SHADING DEVICE ON GROUND

COLORFUL SKYLIGHT

TIMBER CLADDING

BETWEENCOMMUNITYAND 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 andcommunityengagementpurpose.

GREEN INCLINED ROOF

CONCRETE STRUCTURE

PLAYGROUND

For kids to play while waiting for their parents.

CLIMBING ROCK AND COLORFUL WALKWAY

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

PUZZLES

ROOFTOP SEATING

and

viewing deck to overlook.

ROOFTOP SEATING AND SWINGS

OUTDOOR SEATING

OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

IRREGULAR SEATING

SUNKEN LEARNING SPACE

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

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

LABORATORY PLAY SPACE

Same kind of flexible furniture are used to save space.

BUILDING BLOCK PLAY SPACE

Flexible furniture also serve as building blocks

ART AND PAINTING PLAY SPACE

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

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 localartistwithanintentiontoopenup an art gallery to showcase his artwork as well as his work space in Kuala Lumpur.

Sincemy client,PaulNicksonAtiaisa Bidayuh, the facade is designed to relate himself with his own studio.

Bamboofacadeisusedtorepresenthis culture, bringing a sense of tranquility totheclient.

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

BID[ART]YUH

Project : In-fill:ArtGallery&ArtistWorkshop

ProjectYear :Year2,Semester2 (2020/2021)

Site :JalanTuba, KampungAttap, Kuala Lumpur

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 asworkspacesinthecentreofcapitalcity, Kuala Lumpur.

CONCEPT:TRANQUILITY

STUDYONCLIENT: PAUL NICKSONATIA

During the interview with client, Paul Nickson mentioned that he took longer time in doing research. Hence, consideration on quiet working space is crucialforhisartistworkshop.

STUDYON 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.

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

PAUL’S DOG WATER FALLING

GREEN POCKETSPACE

WORKSHOP

OPENSTUDIO

SCULPTURE GALLERY

URBAN SKETCHES GALLERY PAINTINGS GALLERY

SCULPTURE GALLERY

OPEN STUDIO PRIVATE STUDIO

GALLERIES

REST& OFFICE

Resonate in your heart. Resonate with your soul.

RESONATE

Project : Malaysian Level BambooCompetition2021

ProjectYear :Year2 (2020/2021)

Site : Nansha Bird Park,The29thGuangzhou Garden Expo- HaixinshaSquare

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi, LimWei Kee, LimWen Hui, ShereneChuahXin Ee, FooTengWei

TRADITIONALART:ANGKLUNG

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 issuesshouldbetakenintoconsiderationofthedesign

ISSUESOFANGKLUNG IN MALAYSIA

BENEFITSOFANGKLUNGATSITE

CONCEPT: RESONANCE

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.

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.

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.

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

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GREEN BRICK HOUSE

Project :Cottage Industryand Residence

ProjectYear :Year2,Semester1 (2020/2021)

Site :OppositeWet Marketof PJOld Town,Selangor.

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROPOSED INDUSTRY: DRIED FRUITSNACK

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 accommodationfortheirstaffs,enhancingrelationshipbetweenseniorpopulation.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

CONCEPT:GREENNESS

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 connectionbetweenarchitectureandnature.

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 especiallyforelderlypeople.

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.

GREEN BRICK HOUSE

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

STARSPHERE

Project :Staycation Folly:AShelterin Nature

ProjectYear :Year1,Semester1 (2019/2020)

Site : Perdana BotanicalGarden

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 functionalspace.

CONCEPT:GALAXY

DESIGNSTATEMENT

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 preventtheviewofstarsfrombeingblockedbyobjectsortrees.

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.

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 galaxyrotationcurve.

DESIGN IDEAS

Radial shape for 360 degree view.

Linear elements on upper floor for good ventilation.

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

Be here, to celebrate a life in harmony with nature.

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Project :Condominiumandgardenvillas

ProjectYear : PracticalTraining

Site : Bukit Rahman Putra,Sungai Buloh

Contributor(s) :T&TArchitectSdn. Bhd.

PROJECTSTATEMENT

Located in Bukit Rahman Putra, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Alstonia Hilltop Homes project is a residential development project which has a combination of garden villas and condominium block. There are 31 units of 3 Storey Garden Villas and a 25 storeyofcondominiumcomprising214units.Alstoniaisalow-densitydevelopment and it has a beautiful landscape with a pool, garden, and lush greenery, giving futureresidentsanopportunitytorelaxintheirownprivategarden.

Given task in designing a ceiling to cover the overall piping at the drop off area of Alstonia Hilltop Home, I proposed the stacked ceiling design to prevent the drop off area from looking bulky and to maximise the headroom of the space. Model making and studies were done, and several perspective views were rendered to be presentedtotheclient.Thedesignwasthenapprovedbytheclient.

The studies on the height of different pipings from floor were done through thediscussionwithVizione Buildercontractor.

Presentation proposal and study were done to be presented to the employer prior the client. Not only that, I also involved in the study of material and material selection on the walls and columns through the discussionwithdifferentsuppliers.

Extensive lifestyle amenities complement visionary conservation practices and green architecture to make green living a blissfully rewarding experience.

SE.RUANG DUDUK

Project :Staycation Folly:AShelterin Nature

ProjectYear : PracticalTraining

Site : Perdana BotanicalGarden

Contributor(s) :T&TArchitect

PROJECTSTATEMENT

Located at Setia Alam, Shah Alam, Duduk Se.Ruang is a residential development project that is currently under construction phase. Duduk Se.Ruang has two blocks, each with 30 storey and 480 units. It is a budget-friendly development suitable for the singles, young families, and future investment. Se.Ruang provides numerous of amenities and infrastructures as well, including existing parks, shop lots, eateries, and soon.

conservation practices

complement

to

green living a blissfully rewarding experience.

The involvement in the tiles selection for some spaces like alfresco, management office, ablution area and toilets help me to have better understanding on the importance of material selection on the atmosphere ofaspace.

OTHERS

Project :ArchitectureCommunication Drawing, Basic Design Principle

ProjectYear :Year1,Semester1 (2019/2020)

Contributor(s) : FongSiauQi

PROJECTSTATEMENT

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 andarchitecturaldesign.

PLANAR MODEL

LINEAR DOMINANTSPACE MODELAND LINEARSPECIALSPACE MODEL

TWOCUBE MODEL

LINEARAND PLANAR MODEL