Gen Shintaku's Landscape Portfolio 2024 by Gen Shintaku

GEN SHINTAKU CMLI

I am an enthusiastic Japanese landscape architect with a passion for creating sustainable, resilient urban landscapes that enhance the lives of people and ecological systems. My work spans a wide variety of sectors within the UK. I have experience of international projects both through studying and interning in Japan and the USA.

Personal Details

Phone: +44 7751 560336

Email: gengen5698@gmail.com

Language: Japanese / English

Computer Skills

Experience

Senior Landscape Architect

- Stantec UK

- Leading, managing and supporting on diverse landscape design projects whilst guiding junior staff.

Landscape Architect

- Barton Willmore LLP / Stantec UK

- Principally responsible for strategic landscape design up to detailed planning applications.

Graduate Landscape Architect

- Barton Willmore LLP

- A range of responsibilities on different projects.

Education

The University of Sheffield, UK

- MA in Landscape Architecture

- Grade: Distinction

Oklahoma State University, USA

- Exchange Program (Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture)

- Grade: GPA 4.0 / equivalent to 1st

Shinshu University, Japan

- Bachelor of Agriculture

- Final year specialised in Landscape Planning

- Grade: GPA 3.2 / equivalent to 2:1

Photoshop

AutoCAD

Arc GIS Illustrator SketchUp

Vu.City MS Office InDesign

Rhinocero

1. Britania Road.................................p.4

2. Sandford Park................................p.10

3. New Street Square............................p.14

4. Conservatoire Campus.........................p.16

5. Forest Prescription..........................p.18

BRITANIA ROAD

Location:

High Halstow, Medway, UK

Project Scope:

Landscape Design & Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment

Project Stage:

RIBA Stage 0 - 3

Project Description:

This overarching hybrid application for an outline element up to 482 dwellings with a detailed element including 278 dwellings (total of up to 760 homes) required support for landscape design and LVIA, which sits within EIA.

Responsibilities:

- Preparing landscape design output for both outline and detailed elements.

- Preparing a landscape chapter for the Design and Access Statement

- Participating in and presenting at the design team meetings

- Coordinating and liaising with the client and the other consultants

- Guiding and supporting junior members of staff

Allotment 5. SuDS Features with Open Water, Wet Tolerant Grassland, Marginal Planting and/or Reedbed Planting

6. Planted Swales or Rain Garden within Verges

The

Green

The Green is located at the centre of the development and forms the key landscape focal point for the community.

This semi-formal and multi-functional space provides a link between the two residential areas and other parts of the green infrastructure.

The Green also provides an opportunity for a landscape space which draws the community together.

The circular footpath at the centre of the Green will be surrounded by SuDS features and other gentle depressions, creating a uniquely designed ‘floating’ footpath.

Amenity Grassland

Housing Area Footpath

Footpath Wetland Grassland

Wetland Wetland Reedbed Grassland Grassland

Amenity Grassland

Wetland Grassland Play Area Footpath Footpath Water Open Wetland Grassland Planting Planting Marginal Marginal

Wetland Grassland Play Area Amenity Grassland

Section AA-AA

Section A-A

Section B-B

Footpath Footpath

The Square

This formal square will be the social hub for the new community surrounded by various facilities; including a school, a shop, a community facility and housing. The space is designed to be a pedestrian dominated space of human scale with minimal car parking and limited vehicle carriageway.

The detailed square design rationale will be explained in the following page.

Proposed landscape feature including:

6. Feature lighting and the potential for public art;

and

1. Large feature trees;

2. Semi-private area outside community building;

3. Rain gardens;

4. Timber benches, bins and bollards;

5. Cycle racks;

Swale linking square to park;

8. Commercial parking.

Connecting facilities without crossing the roads

1. The Square and The Green

4. Scale

Use

Proposals

Movement

Proposals: Service

2. Visual Connection

3. SuDS Connection

Faversham: 1,500sqm Proposal: 1,600sqm Wixhams: 2,200sqm

Primary Road 01

Large Tree Palette

Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam)

- After 25 years - height: 10m x width: 6m

- After 50 years - height: 16m x width: 10m

- Soil Volume - 18m3

Quercus palustris (Pin Oak)

- After 25 years - height: 10m x width: 5m

- After 50 years - height: 17m x width: 8m

- Soil Volume - 30m3

Tilia cordata ‘Greenspire’ (Small-leaved Lime)

- After 25 years - height: 10m x width: 6m

- After 50 years - height: 14m x width: 8m

- Soil Volume - 18m3

Primary Road 02

Extra Large Tree Palette

Liquidambar styraciflua (Sweet Gum)

- After 25 years - height: 12m x width: 5m

- After 50 years - height: 18m x width: 12m

- Soil Volume - 18m3

Platanus x hispanica (London Plane)

- After 25 years - height: 13m x width: 6m

- After 50 years - height: 18m x width: 12m

- Soil Volume - 30m3

Taxodium distichum (Swamp Cypress)

- After 25 years - height: 8m x width: 4m

- After 50 years - height: 11m x width: 7m

- Soil Volume - 30m3

Secondary Street

Medium Tree Palette

Acer campestre ‘Streetwise’ (Field Maple)

- After 25 years - height: 7m x width: 4m

- After 50 years - height: 10m x width: 5m wide

- Soil Volume - 18m3

Alnus cordata (Italian Alder)

- After 25 years - height: 12m x width: 3m

- After 50 years - height: 14m x width: 7m wide

- Soil Volume - 23m3

Pyrus calleryana ‘Chanticleer‘ (Flowering Pear)

- After 25 years - height: 8m x width: 4m

- After 50 years - height: 12m x width: 5m wide

- Soil Volume - 9m3

SANDFORD PARK 2

Location: Chelmsford, Essex, UK

Project Scope:

Masterplanning, Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment & Landscape Design

Project Stage: RIBA Stage 0 - 3

Project Description:

This landscape-led residential development required a Landscape and Visual Appraisal (LVA) and a masterplan document to demonstrate a strong narrative of landscape design principles. This agricultural land was allocated for housing and a country park through our representation, and the masterplan was adopted by the council in 2021.

Currently preparing for the detailed planning application.

Responsibilities:

- Developing the masterplanning document and associated documents

- Assisting to develop landscape strategies and material palettes

- Preparing illustrative materials

- Preparing detailed landscape design outputs

- Liaising with other consultants and the client

Landscape Concept Plan Legend

1. Proposed development parcels

2. Existing hedgerow retained/reinforced

3. Bronze age monument retained/respected

4. Loop road avenue tree planting

5. Amenity parkland/landscape gateway

6. Neighbourhood Equipped Area for Play

7. Local Equipped Area for Play

8. SuDS features/country park interface

9. Grazing meadow/wildflower meadows

10. Existing pond enhanced for public access

11. Existing pond enhanced for private fishing/ ecological enhancement

12. Woodland buffer planting

13. Proposed native hedgerow

14. Enhancement of watercourse

15. Interpretation board

16. Existing Science and Education Centre

17. New and existing pedestrian routes

18. Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation

19. Native white willow and black poplar planting

20. Car park for the country park

21. Informal kickabout area

Residential Character Zones & Country Park

The proposed residential area was considered at a finer grain of detail to create local distinctiveness through the preparation of a character zone strategy as illustrated below.

Within the proposed country park, landscape interventions and outline medium to long term management objectives were explored as a guidance for the local authority.

Existing Vegetation & Ecology

Blue Infrastructure & Landform

Push & Pull

Green Fingers

Access & Permeability

Heritage Constraints

Utilities Constraints

Key Views & Sensitive Edges

Proposed Character Zone - Hedgerow Corridors

Creation of strong landscape routes with a focus on existing hedgerow enhancement, habitat creation and the provision of connectivity and landscape structure within the development for people and pollinators.

Landscape Feel

- Verdant

- Bucplic

- Animated

- Vibrant

Landscape Strategy

- Improve the structure and habitat value of existing hedgerows.

- Provide a strong habitat link as well as strong pedestrian/cycle permeability.

- Provide small-to-medium size native tree planting to complement hedgerow.

Built Form Strategy

- A mixture of semi-detached and terraced dwellings with some detached.

- Predominantly 2 storey dwellings with some up to 2.5/3 storey at junctions with the primary road.

- Buildings orientated consistently, in line with the existing hedgerows where possible.

- Medium continuity with parking and garages set between properties.

- Generally back to front roof scape with gables facing plot frontage.

- Opportunity to incorporate swift bricks into architectural detailing.

Potential Tree Palette

- Acer campestre

- Alnus glutinosa

- Betula pendula

- Prunus padus

- Ilex aquifolium

Section A-A: Western Hedgerow Corridor

Mixed Native Hedgerow Consistent Housing Lines

Western Hedgerow Corridor

Swift Brick Hedgerow Wildflower Mix

Ilex aquifolium

Proposed Country Park - Lakes

This central waterbody in the country park will be retained and enhanced as part of the proposed development with areas of shoreline opened up for public access. There will be a strong focus on education and interpretation, with bird hides and pond dipping platforms provided as a resource for visiting school groups and the general public alike. There will also be a emphasis on ecology, encouraging diverse native wetland habitats to take hold.

Opportunities to retain fishing on the lakes will be explored through consultation with key stakeholders.

Key Landscape Elements

- Native Wetland Tree Planting

- Bird Hides and Pond Dipping Platforms

- Native Shrub Planting

- Water Meadows and Reedbeds

- Informal Footpaths

Key Management Strategy

- Management of spaces and pathways to encourage access and recreation with a focus on education.

- Maintenance of wetland areas to promote native species and discourage invasive species.

- Maintenance of open water areas to encourage native birds.

Central Lake Typical Section

Water Meadow Planting Pond Dipping

Bird Hide

Betula pubescens Alnus glutinosa

Existing Pond and Wetland Carr/Reed

Water Meadow Planting and Bird Hide

NEW STREET SQUARE 3

Location:

City of London, UK

Project Scope: Landscape Design

Project Stage:

RIBA Stage 2 - 6

Project Description:

This existing commercial building, which has a panoramic view towards the River Thames, is under a process of decarbonisation, renovation and refreshment. The project required an enhanced roof terrace for the occupants and biodiversity.

The project is scheduled to commence on site in January 2024.

Responsibilities:

- Acting as the lead landscape architect delivering the project

- Preparing the landscape tender package

- Preparing the landscape planning package

- Participating in and presenting at the design team meetings

- Coordinating and liaising with the client, the other consultants and contractors

Section A-A

Courtesy of Matthew Trapnell

Section B-B

CONSERVATOIRE CAMPUS 4

Location: Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan

Project Scope: Landscape Design

Project Stage: RIBA Stage 0 - 7 (equivalent)

Project Description:

The practice was appointed for re-designing a conservatoire campus which is located in the Greater Tokyo Area. As part of the campus masterplan, garden design in front of a music concert hall was produced.

The garden design was implemented in 2016 after I left the practice.

Responsibilities:

- Assisting design development before the construction phase

- Visiting the site with contractors and the lighting designer

- Attending regular meetings with contractors

Pre-existing Condition

Design Proposals

Stone No.8 and 11 Assembly Study

A large stone No.8 (900 x 7,100 mm) was placed on stone No.11, facing towards the main concert hall entrance. I assisted on the production of the sketch construction and assembly details.

Lighting Study

A site visit was conducted with the lighting designer to assess the existing lighting and the effect of the proposed lighting. I assisted the lighting designer with testing the proposed lighting options.

Cutting Detail Pre-existing Lighting

Proposed stone

FOREST PRESCRIPTION 5

Location: Newcastle and Gateshead, UK

Project Type: Individual Student Project

Project Scope: Landscape Planning & Masterplanning

Project Stage: RIBA Stage 0 - 2

Project Description:

My final project at the University of Sheffield reimagined Newcastle and Gateshead Urban Core and Forth Yards with urban forests to help tackle public health issues in the city.

Responsibilities:

- Producing the strategic masterplan and the sub-site masterplan

- Producing illustrative materials to support proposals

- Researching academic papers to support the positive correlation between green spaces / urban forests and health benefits

As the diagram shows, urban forests have the potential to solve a wide range of problems in modern cities. The proposal introduced urban forests to solve the site’s current health issues.

There are theories that explain how green spaces can improve mental health. One example, Kaplan and Kaplan (1989), argues that one of the best environments to restore mental health is forests. There are four key elements to create a restorative environment:

Site Selection and Management

All residents will have a community forest within 250m.

A community group will be created for each community forest, and that group will manage their forest.

Forest Types

Different types of forest will be allocated depending on the local needs.

For example, coppice woodland will be implemented in the ground of the only hospital on the site. Visual access to forests from the hospital will enhance the healing process of patients and create recreation opportunities for them.

Building Types

Various types of buildings will be implemented. This diversity intends to facilitate a parallel diversity of inhabitants, including but not limited to; diverse ages, genders, ethnicities and faiths.

Planning Permission

The council will give conditions to future residents and developers to ensure they contribute to and sustain the urban forest.

For example, new residents on the site have to become members of the community group for the nearby urban forest.

To select the sustainable transportation improvement routes, residents and visitors main walking/ cycling routes were identified.

On those routes, width of carriageways will be reduced to create new spaces for street trees.

Pedestrian

Proposed Grove Trees

Proposed Deciduous Forest

Proposed Screen Trees

Proposed Orchard Trees

Proposed Ornamental Orchard Trees

Proposed Allotment

Proposed Metro Station

Lead Works(1779-2002)

Banks Goods Station (1839-1970s/80s)

Elswick Gas Works (-1970s/80s)

Existing Newcastle Radio Metro Arena

Historic Use of Forth Yards

Existing motorway bridge

Landscape Design Principles

Urban forest (Community forest)

Phytostabilisation theory was used in the contaminated land to avoid any further escape of lead (Pb) from the area. The area will also become a restorative environment, being used as a community forest. As implied by Turner’s painting, the demolished shot tower was a symbol of this area. The shot tower will be re-created with vegetation as part of the restorative environment.

Phytostabilisation