Hayley Sykes Architecture Portfolio large 2024

Hi, I’m Hayley.

Its nice to meet you! I am an Intern Architect eagerly approaching the fi nal stages of my licensing journey. I am passionate about turning large conceptual ideas into tangible spaces that resonate on a human scale. I fi nd joy in the meti culous process of working out details and am driven to expand my knowledge of constructi on. Please enjoy this portf olio of my latest works and I look forward to having the opportunity to meet with you.

Thank you for your ti me.

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ZAS ARCHITECTS: CANOE LANDING

Community Centre & School - Toronto, CA pg 03 - 04

02

DIAMOND SCHMITT ARCHITECTS: GUELPH UNIVERSITY

University Master Plan - Ridgetown, CA pg 05 - 06

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JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: HIDDEN HOUSE

Accessory Dwelling Unit - Oakville, CA pg 07 - 12

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JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: PEC ESTATE

Lake Front Vacati on Home - Picton, CA pg 13 - 18

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POST ARCHITECTURE: PRICEFIELD HOUSE

Heritage Semi-Detached Renovati on - Toronto, CA pg 19 - 24

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POST ARCHITECTURE: RURAL RETREAT

Country House - Georgian Valley, CA pg 25 - 28

THESIS: A TOOL, A ROOM, A HOUSE, A VILLAGE Urban Cott ages for Domesti c Craft ing - Toronto, CA pg 29 - 36

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HAYLEY SYKES

WORK EXPERIENCE

Oakville, Canada

JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT INC.

Sept. 2021 - Present Intern Architect

Single Family Residential New Builds, Renovations, & Cottages

Toronto, Canada

POST ARCHITECTURE INC.

Nov. 2019 - Sept 2021 Intern Architect

Single Family Residential New Builds, Renovations, & Cottages

Toronto, Canada AKB

April. 2018 - Aug. 2018 Architectural Intern

Single Family Residential New Builds and Renovations

Toronto, Canada

DIAMOND SCHMITT ARCHITECTS

Jan. 2017 - April. 2017 Architectural Intern

University Maker Lab, University of Guelph Master Plan, and Arena Competition

Toronto, Canada

ZAS ARCHITECTS

Jan. 2016 - Aug. 2016 Architectural Intern

Canoe Landing School and Community Centre Complex

Munich, Germany

HENN ARCHITEKTEN

May 2015 - Aug. 2015 Architectural Intern

Automobile R&D Centre and Furniture Company Headquarters

New York City, USA GENSLER

Sept. 2014 - Dec. 2014 Architectural Intern

Law Office Interiors in New York City

EDUCATION

Cambridge, Canada

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

Sept. 2017 - Sept. 2019 Master of Architecture (M.Arch)

Cambridge, Canada

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

Sept. 2012 - Aug. 2017 Bachelor of Architectural Studies with Co-op and Distinction (BAS)

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Cambridge, Canada

FIRST YEAR REVIEWS GUEST CRITIC

April. 2019 University of Waterloo School of Architecture

On panel to critique student work and offer suggestions

Cambridge, Canada

ADMISSION WEEK INTERVIEWER

Sept. 2015 University of Waterloo School of Architecture

Interviewed potential students to be accepted

COURSES

Oakville, Canada CHBA NET ZERO BUILDER TRAINING

May. 2023 EnerQuality

Building science for designing and building Net Zero residential projects

Oakville, Canada ADVANCED BUILDING SCIENCE

May. 2023 EnerQuality

Building science as related to energy efficient construction RECOGNITION

Kitchener, Canada 4TH PLACE CSC COMPETITION

April. 2018 Construction Specifications Canada

Brewery renovation of historic Kitchener building

Cambridge, Canada

ROME PROJECT EXHIBITION

Sept. 2016 University of Waterloo School of Architecture

Rome term project and sketchbook featured in gallery

SOFT SKILLS Team player, Organized, Detail Oriented, Independent Learner, Creative, Strong Work Ethic, Self-Motivated, Patient, Active Listener, Critical Thinker

HARD SKILLS Construction Documents, Envelope Detailing, Project Management, Interior Design, Millwork Drawings, Specification Writing, Schematic Design, Engineering Systems Coordination, Site Analysis, Digital Marketing, Construction Administration

PROGRAMS AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Rhino, Revit, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Vray, Microsoft Office, Physical Modeling, Sketching, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting

ZAS ARCHITECTS:

ZAS is a medium sized fi rm that specializes in Cultural and Educati on buildings. At ZAS Architects I was a full ti me team member on the Canoe Landing Project which was a complex consisti ng of a community centre, two schools and child care faciliti es. The project is located in the heart of Toronto in the Railway Lands. The main design program used for the project was Revit. I joined early on in the project and was able to assist in the schemati c design, focusing on the community centre lobby and school library. During Design Development, I produced multi ple rendered elevati ons and helped with the facade design. As we progressed into the Constructi on Document Stage, I produced secti on details and other constructi on documents.

Craft : Revit Auto CAD

Rhino

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Hand Draft ing

Canoe Landing Community Centre Lobby View

DIAMOND SCHMITT ARCHITECTS:

Diamond Schmitt Architects is large architecture fi rm in Toronto. They work on a wide variety of projects including healthcare, performing arts centres, libraries, and university buildings. While at Diamond Schmitt , I worked on a renovati on for a university maker lab, a hockey arena competi ti on, and a master plan for Guelph University. I organized the fi le structure for the maker lab and created all design development drawings for the project. When working on the competi ti on I drew and helped design the facades. The fi nal project was the university master plan where I put together a series of diagrams outlining existi ng systems and proposing sites for development. I also began working on a model for the master plan using 3-D printi ng for the buildings, and laser cutti ng for the curbs.

Craft : Revit

Auto CAD

Rhino

Vray

Illustrator

Photoshop InDesign

3-D Printi ng

Laser Cutti ng

Guleph University Master Plan

Maker Lab Plan

Maker Lab East-West Secti on

Maker Lab View Looking West

JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: HIDDEN HOUSE

Accessory Dwelling Unit

2023 - Present

Oakville, Canada

Craft: Vectorworks, SketchUp, Lumion

The Hidden House project is a transformation of an Oakville backyard into a discrete accessory dwelling unit. Concealed beneath the back patio, the unit maximizes the extensive sloping property, and is integrate with its surroundings.

Taking ownership from schematic design through to the end of the construction documents phase, I meticulously managed the project, collaborating seamlessly with mechanical and structural engineers, surveyors, and arborists. Independently assembling the construction document set, I maintained a collaborative review process with my supervisor to ensure the quality of the package. Opting for ICF construction due to the unique underground nature of the project, I thoroughly researched products and developed detailed wall sections.

Beyond the technical aspects, I also assumed the role of interior designer, overseeing the aesthetic aspects and maintaing constant communication with the client.

JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: PEC ESTATE

Lake Front Vacation Home

2022 - Present

Prince Edward County, Canada

Craft: Vectorworks, SketchUp, Lumion

At John Willmott Architect Inc. a prominent mid-sized residential firm in Oakville, I played a pivotal role in shaping the PEC Estate - a summer home for a local family.

Drawing inspiration from the region’s rural architecture and the influence of traditional architects like Robert A.M. Stern, out team crafted a transitional house with distinctive architectural elements. Notably, a doubleheight window at the stair running through the porch roof and an arched loggia connecting the main house to the guest house.

Managing the project from site analysis to design development, I collaborated closely with the principal architect, contributing significantly to the final design. I came up with design options, worked out proportions, modeled the project, created renderings, and actively participated in presenting the concept to the clients.

Lakeside

POST ARCHITECTURE: PRICEFIELD HOUSE

Heritage Semi-Detached Renovation

2019 - 2021

Toronto, Canada

Craft: SketchUp, Auto CAD, Excel

The Pricefield House project, a semi-detached Victorian residence in Forest Hill, Toronto, took inspiration from the client’s extensive collection of handcrafted furniture and art acquired from their stays around the world.

During the DD phase, I coordinated with the heritage department and produced zoning drawings, including the site plan and statistics. Collaborating with a colleague, I played a pivotal role in preparing the permit drawings, drawing wall construction details, generating window schedules, and coordinating with structural and mechanical engineers. After receiving the permit, I assumed the lead in developing the interior design set. Working closely with the clients, we experimented with various options during meetings, ensuring their vision came to life.

During construction, I actively communicated with the contractor, responded to RFI’s, addressed change orders, and conducted on-site reviews. This hands-on involvement during the construction phase allowed me to witness the project’s evolution first hand and gave me insight into the construction process.

Proposed Rear Elevation

Main Stair View

Living Room to Entry View

Kitchen View

Kitchen Millwork Plan

Kitchen Model View

Kitchen Millwork Elevation

POST ARCHITECTURE: FARM HOUSE

Georgina Valley Country Estate

2020 - 2021

Georgian Valley, Canada

Craft: SketchUp, Auto CAD, Enscape, Photoshop, InDesign

The farmhouse was the most extensive project at Post Architecture, which I had the pleasure of being involved in from the beginning stages of schematic design to the construction drawing phase.

Working closely with the Principal, I developed the schematic design based on the clients’ brief. The client’s wanted the estate to be inspired by the old world architecture of Europe and the rural architecture of Ontario. Our proposal features two intersecting wings, mirroring a farmhouse and a stable. The formers house bedrooms and a mudroom, while the latter comprised the main entry, kitchen, dining, and living room, opening onto a terrace with expansive views of the valley.

In the design development stage, I worked independently proposing options for materials, landscape, and interior elements, shaping the projects form and aesthetic. My responsibilities extended to crafting detailed millwork drawings, capturing the nuances embedded in the design model. This project was particularly satisfying to me as it seamlessly integrated old and new elements.

Front Elevation Model Views

Rear Elevation Model View

Dining Room Mood Board

Principle Bedroom Mood Board

Kitchen Mood Board

THESIS: A TOOL, A ROOM, A HOUSE, A VILLAGE:

Urban Cottages for Domestic Crafting

Masters 2017 - 2019

Supervisor: Donald McKay

Toronto, Canada

Craft: Woodworking, Watercolour, Rhino, Vray, Physical Modeling, 3D Printing, Photoshop, Illustrator

When we craft objects, we become absorbed in work, intimately involved with the physical piece. These things populate our homes, carrying our imprint. Whether making or using our handiwork, our crafts bring us joy. However, most of us no longer make things. At all scales of our world, everything is a commodity, from clothing and tableware to furniture and homes.

Imagine cottages organized close to each other on a laneway within Toronto, supporting a community focused on living more enriching lives through crafting. The typology of the cottage carries connotations of craft and self-sustainability. In such a village, people can escape the cycle of consumption and create objects they enjoy. People form stronger relationships with themselves, their families, and their neighbours in making them.

Hanging Laundry in the Porte Cochère

Compositi onally, the house is a shell infi lled with open spaces connected to a bar of supporti ng rooms. The fi rst fl oor is primarily for work while the second fl oor is for leisure. The house is a simple wood frame platf orm constructi on with brick veneer.

The entry to the house is through a Port Cochère, which allows for greater inti macy. The structure of the side porch becomes gradually more dense from the front to the rear of the house.

A Busy Sunday in the Workshop

The Workroom

The workroom is the central space of the Urban Cottage. Life in the cottage is spent here, working, dining, or hosting. The room is a simple open space located on the first floor, one metre below ground. At the front of the room is the sewing table which faces the lane. Different activities can be accommodated in the space, including floor work, diner parties, and presentations. On the right side is a built in storage wall. There are wooden gables spaced 80 cm apart where components of the same dimensions can be placed.

Daydreaming in the Workshop

THANK

HAYLEY