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TOTEM POLE DESIGN
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OPTION 1
DESCRIPTION: The brief was to create an array of totem poles along the gateway into the iconic Centenary City Abuja, Nigeria with each pole representing individual states of Nigeria. Their design should innovatively and creatively preserve the culture of each state. The Totem Pole is made up of 4 major components. A reinforced concrete core, steel sheets, laser cut bronze sheet. The entire structure is capped by a solar panel that is a supplementary sources of power.
ROLE: Design x Visualization
SKILLS USED:
PLAN SECTION
PROCESS:
ELEVATION
DESCRIPTION: This was a collaborative effort by my colleague and myself.The design is meant to invoke a special experience to both motorists and pedestrians who passing through the gate complex. The totem is made up of 3 major components; A reinforced concrete shell, light fittings and laser cut bronze sheets. The concrete shell of the Totem Poles will be coverred in artwork that is representative of each state in Nigeria.
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OPTION 2 PLAN
Section
FRONT ELEVATION
Addditionally that artwork will be accentuated by the LED lights inserted into the reinforced concrete shell at the artist discretion.
Shopping Complex
DESCRIPTION:
Situated in Abuja, Nigeria, this ultra modern shopping complex stands as a structure that will improve the urban imagery of its environment and will provide maximum satisfaction to its users all while considering these factors; space syntax, parking, accessibilty, landscape and security.
ROLE:Visualization
SKILLS USED:
Rendered Perspective View
PROCESS:
Envelope Vertical & Horinzontal Elements Function Cubes
Isometric Plans
Building Circulation Idea Development
DEIMOS & PHOBOS
DESCRIPTION:
Inspired by the moons of mars, I was tasked with the designing and visaulizing these two identical 5 bedroom villas. With a mixture of both contemporary and classical elements, the recessed facades represent the craters on the two moons. The glazings on the walls help create aspects of light, thereby reducing the need for artificial lighting.
ROLE: Design x Visualization
SKILLS USED:
Rendered Perspective View
Structure Details
Block Of Apartments
DESCRIPTION:
With the current high rise and demand of contemporary apartments in Abuja Nigeria, I was briefed to design something that would suit that category. This proposed block of 6, 2-bedroom apartments enjoys generously spacious spaces and also takes advantage of the views around the lush forest environment synonymous with the area.
ROLE: Design x Visualization
SKILLS USED:
Rendered Perspective View
Chalets
DESCRIPTION:
3 bedroom chalet proposal for a golf resort development. In this project, I was tasked with designing 15 identical 3 bedroom chalets. The facade of the buildings are stepped away purposely to give the users a sense of escape from their day to day activities. The design also has a habitable floor terrace that connects the internal and external spaces.
ROLE: Design x Visualization
SKILLS USED:
Rendered Perspective View
Sketches Isometric Plans
Project Triton
DESCRIPTION:
In this project, my colleague and I were tasked with designing two different options of a 5 bedroom villa. My option was designed to be a contemporary depiction of luxury and relaxation in the middle of an otherwise busy city. I also tried to emphasize minimalism on the building without it losing its contemporary/modern look.
PROCESS:
Envelope Vertical & Horinzontal Elements Function Cubes Building Circulation Idea Development
SKETCHES
