Hayley Sykes Architecture Portfolio 2024

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Hayley Sykes Selected Works 2024

Hi, I’m Hayley.

Its nice to meet you! I am an Intern Architect eagerly approaching the final stages of my licensing journey.

I am passionate about turning large conceptual ideas into tangible spaces that resonate on a human scale.

I find joy in the meticulous process of working out details and am driven to expand my knowledge of construction. Please enjoy this portfolio of my latest works and I look forward to having the opportunity to meet with you.

Thank you for your time.

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JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: PEC ESTATE Lake Front Vacation Home - Picton, CA pg 03 - 08

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JOHN WILLMOTT ARCHITECT: HIDDEN HOUSE Accessory Dwelling Unit - Oakville, CA pg 09 - 14

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POST ARCHITECTURE: PRICEFIELD HOUSE Heritage Semi-Detached Renovation - Toronto, CA pg 15 - 20

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POST ARCHITECTURE: RURAL RETREAT Country House - Georgian Valley, CA pg 21 - 24

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THESIS: A TOOL, A ROOM, A HOUSE, A VILLAGE Urban Cottages for Domestic Crafting - Toronto, CA pg 25 - 32

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OTHER WORK EXPERIENCES Diamond Schmitt, ZAS, Henn pg 33 - 38

HAYLEY SYKES

SYK E S _ HAYLEY@YAH O O . CA

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 Ryerson University Maker Lab and University of Guelph Master Plan

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 Design of Automobile R&D Centre and creation of physical models

New York City, USA

GENSLER

Sept. 2014 - Dec. 2014

Architectural Intern Design of interiors for law offices in New York City

EDUCATION Cambridge, Canada

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

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

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Cambridge, Canada

UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

Sept. 2012 - Aug. 2017

Bachelor of Architectural Studies with Co-op and Distinction (BAS)

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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

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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.

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Site Plan

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Ground Floor Plan

Second Floor Plan

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Lakeside View

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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.

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Ground Floor Plan

North-South Section

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North-South Section

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North-South Section

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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.

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Living Room to Entry View

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Proposed Rear Elevation

First Floor Electrical Plan

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Kitchen View

Living Room to Entry View

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Main Stair View

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Kitchen Model View

Kitchen Millwork Elevation

Kitchen Millwork Plan

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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.

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Front Elevation Model Views

Rear Elevation Model View

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Kitchen Mood Board

Dining Room Mood Board

Principle Bedroom Mood Board

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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.

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Laneways + Crafts

O’Riordan Lane Site Plan

With the signing of Bill 826 in 2018, where secondary suites can be built as of right on laneways within downtown Toronto, the laneway offers a considerable opportunity to use these pockets of land as a testing ground for urban cottages.

The O’Riordan Village is a combination of four cottages plus a community building. The community building contains a storefront which allows residents to sell their goods to the surrounding neighbourhood. This scheme could be developed in laneways across Toronto, creating a city-wide crafting network.

Cabbagetown Location

The community is made up of various crafters like bookbinders, potters, leather-workers, and tailors. The residents might be family members, friends or even like-minded individuals. Together they can create items for their household and trade amongst neighbours, creating an economy.

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O’Riordan Lane Location

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The House

Hanging Laundry in the Porte Cochère

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A Busy Sunday in the Workshop

Compositionally, the house is a shell infilled with open spaces connected to a bar of supporting rooms. The first floor is primarily for work while the second floor is for leisure. The house is a simple wood frame platform construction with brick veneer.

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

Second Floor Plan SELECTED WORKS

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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.

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Daydreaming in the Workshop

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DIAMOND SCHMITT ARCHITECTS:

University Master Plan

Diamond Schmitt Architects is large architecture firm 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 renovation for a university maker lab, a hockey arena competition, and a master plan for a university. I organized the file structure for the maker lab and created all design development drawings for the project. When working on the competition I drew and helped design the facades. The final project was a university master plan where I put together a series of diagrams outlining existing systems and proposing sites for development. I also began working on a model for the master plan using 3-D printing for the buildings, and laser cutting for the curbs.

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Craft: Auto CAD Rhino Vray Illustrator Photoshop InDesign Revit 3-D Printing Laser Cutting

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Maker Lab Plan

Maker Lab East-West Section

Maker Lab View Looking West SELECTED WORKS

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ZAS ARCHITECTS:

Canoe Landing Community Centre Lobby View

ZAS is a medium sized firm that specializes in Cultural and Education buildings. At ZAS Architects I was a full time team member on the Canoe Landing Project which was a complex consisting of a community centre, two schools and child care facilities. The project is located in the heart of Toronto in the Railway Lands. I joined early on in the project and was able to assist in the schematic design, focusing on the community centre lobby and school library. During Design Development, I produced multiple rendered elevations and helped with the facade design. As we progressed into the Construction Document Stage, I produced section details and other construction documents.

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Craft: Auto CAD Revit Rhino Illustrator Photoshop InDesign Hand Drafting

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North-South Building Section

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East-West Building Section

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HENN ARCHITEKTEN:

R&D Centre Canteen Model

Henn Architekten is mid-sized architecture firm based in Munich and Berlin that focuses on office and industrial architecture. During my time at Henn I worked on three projects: an automotive R&D Center in Brazil, a furniture company’s office in Munich, and a film company’s headquarters in Munich. I was heavily involved in design including facade and massing studies. I also was responsible for the production of test models, as well as more elaborate physical models. While working on the furniture company’s office I was responsible for creating, managing, and updating all drawings and presentations.

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Craft: Auto CAD Illustrator Photoshop Physical Modeling

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X-Ray of Canteen + Context View

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Islands

River

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!

HAYLEY SYKES Intern Architect Tel: +1.905.320.9803 E-mail: sykes_hayley@yahoo.ca

Hayley Sykes Selected Works 2024