Hannah Fitch Architecture Portfolio

HANNAH FITCH portfolio.

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Selec ted Works .

Vista Apartments

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Barcelona Apartment Complex

Teatro Plantulas

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Barcelona Community Theater

Connecting Communities

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Albany Park Community Center

Shading Device

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Building Facade Workshop

Draft Pro Inc.

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Summer 2022 I Draftsman Position

Eggshell

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Chair

Photography

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Vista Apartments

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Vis ta Apa r tmen ts

Mixed-Use Apartment Complex I Spring 2023 Location : El Poblenou, Barcelona, Spain Master plan in collaboration with Rose Wang Vista Apartments constitue a residential complex comprising three residential buildings nestled within Barcelons’as vibrant Poblenou neighborhood.

Positioned merely two blocks west from the shoreline, this apartment complex responds to the surrounding urban fabric with an open ground floor plan scheme that creates a central courtyard that connects and aligns with the neighboring city blocks.

The main objectives of Vista Apartments encompass panoramic views and integration with the urban landscpae. These objectives are actualized by recessing one flank of each building by 4 meters at the ground level, allowing the upper tiers to project over and formulate a compact sheltered plaza expanse. Moreover, strategic siting of the buildings at the site’s corners capitalizes on optimal site views.

The master plan embraces three residential edifices, each respond to different requisites: typical residential living, senior living, and work-living. This separation enables tailored spatial configurations within each apartment building, catering to the specific demans of the distinct residential typologies. The design emulates the essence of Spanish plaza architecture while adapting it to a smalled scale conduice to the urban fabric’s context.

Master Plan Site Axon

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Vista Apartments

Master Plan

WORK + LIVING APARTMENTS The work-living apartment building effortlessly merges residential living and professional workspace. Each unit features an integrated 15 square meter workspace accessible from the apartment and the shared floor hallway. The structure maximizes natural light and corner views, placing units at strategic corners for an unparalleled living experience. Dual balconies enrich the lifestyle further, with an intimate one attached to the bedrooms and a public one connected to the living area, inviting relaxation and socializing.

This project redefines work-life balance, seamlessly blending productivity and comfort in a singular, dynamic setting.

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Level 1-3 Plan

Private - Living Semi-Public - Work

Unit Plan

Unit Section

Living Room

Workspace

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Vista Apartments

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Overhang Plaza

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PARAPET DETAIL 1 CLADDING 2 5-LAYER CLT 3 SYNTHETIC MEMBRANE 4 EPS INSULATION 5 FIRE PROTECTION PLASTER BOARD

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WALL + FLOOR DETAIL 1 CLADDING 2 WOODEN BATTENS 3 INSULATION 4 5-LAYER CLT 5 AIR GAP 6 GYPSUM BOARD 7 CONCRETE SLAB 8 SOUND INSULATION 9 GRAVEL FILL 10 5-LAYER CLT 11 INSULATION 12 FIRE PROTECTION PLASTERBOARD

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FOUNDATION WALL + SLAB DETAIL 1 ARCHITECTURAL FINISH CONCRETE SLAB 2 STRUCTRUAL CONCRETE SLAB 3 EPS INSULATION 4 PARGECOAT 5 CONCRETE FOUNDATION WALL

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Teatro Plántulas

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Tea tro P lá n tu la s Small Community Theater I Fall 2023

Location : Sants-Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain Partners: Kamila Czyczson & Michelle Jacobo Contribution: diagrams & sections This rehabilitation projects aims to transform a disused flower shop and music store in the Sants neighborhood of Barcelona into a small community theater that seamlessly blends the historical charm with a contemporary design. The design retains the historic facade and structural integrity of the flower shop as well as preserves part of brick facade of the music store. The interior boasts an intimate theater that is carved into the ground and is mirrored in the exterior space which showcases an inviting outdoor stage, connecting culture with nature. New volumes were extruded from the existing strucutre creating space for the greenrooms, rehersal space, administration, and educational spaces. Whenpreserving the flower shop, openings were created from the existing windows to connect with the adjacent Jardins de Can Mantega, inviting the nautral elements in as well as the community.

The former flower shop has been transformed into a community space that also encourages free movement between exterior space and the indoor and outdoor theaters.

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Teatro Plántulas

Level 2 Plan

Level 3 Plan

Level 4 Plan

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Level 1 Plan

Section A-A

Brise Soleil Sun Path (West)

Brise Soleil Sun Path (East)

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Teatro Plántulas

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North Elevation

Section B-B

East Elevation

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Teatro Plántulas

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Courtyard Render

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Connecting Communities

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Con nec ting Commu n i ties Community Center I Fall 2022 Location : Albany Park, Chicago

Albany Park is a community characterized by its rich diversity.

The bustling Lawerence Avenue, a prominent thoroughfare, is adorned with an array of eateries and shops, each representing various ethnic heritages. In my design for the community center, the focus lies in fostering unity among its residents through interconnected spaces. The main objective is to shape an inviting environment that serves as a communal hub, facilitaing interaction and bonding. The community center comprises three distinct edificies, seamlessly linked by pathways that facilitate movement both within and beyond the premises. These edifices encricle two courtyards, offering open-air sanctuaries accessible to all, independent of entering the central facility. Such spaces provide solace community members waiting for transportation, be it trains or buses. On every level, a meandering walkway envelopes each building, epitomizing the fluidity of movement within the community center. This circulation pattern symbolizes the harmonious linkage between diverse programs, akin to how the multifaceted community itself finds cohesian through a center dedicated to collaborative ventures and socialble endeavors.

Site Axon

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Connecting Communities

Greenspace Analysis Connecting Communities aims to address the scarcity of greenspaces in densely populated urban settings by creating a vibrant and inclusive community hub that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor elements.

The project envisions a transformative space where residents can come together, connect with nature, and foster a sense of belonging, while actively promoting community engagement and well-being.

This community center seeks to transform the urban landscape by creating an inclusive, vibrant, and sustainable hub where residents can forge connections, experience nature, and celebrate the richness of their neighborhood. Through thoughtful design, strategic greenspace placement, and a diverse range of engagement opportunities, the project aims to redefine the relationship between urban living and the natural environment while fostering a stronger sense of community identity and well-being.

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Roof Plan

Global Gardens

Ravenswood Manor Park

Ronan Park

Turtle Park Garden

Site Plan

Roof Plan

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Connecting Communities

Ground Floor Plan

Level 1 Floor Plan

Level 2 Floor Plan

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interior circulation

exterior terrace public courtyard

semi-public courtyard/greenspace

Exploded Structure Axon Diagram

brise soleil Structure

Brise Soleil

Interior Circulation

Exterior Circulation

Longitudinal Section 25

Connecting Communities

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Courtyard Render

Exterior Walkway Render

The brise soleil is blended into the building facade as both a protective exterior layer and a shading device.

The outdoor walkways provide additional circulation that fosters a seamless connection to nature, inviting users to user exterior means of circulation during the warmer months. The design connects users to nature while still being within the building and provides protection from the busy street in a more controlled environmental space, enhancing the overall spatial quality and user engagement.

The exploded brise soleil diagram to the left shows the mechanics of the shading device.

Exploded Brise Soleil Structure Diagram

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Connecting Communities

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Shading Device

Winter Solstice

Summer Solstice

Vertical shading device provides shading from high sun angles, especially during the summer months.

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Horizontal shading device provides shading from low sun angles, especially during the winter months.

S had ing Device

Building Facade Design Workshop I Spring 2023 Location : Barcelona, Spain Partners: Kamila Czyczson, Michelle Jacobo, & Rose Wang

Summer Solstice 8 AM

This shading device is comprised of two main components: rotating, vertical louvers and horizontal panels. Adapting to varying sun angles, the vertical louvers exhibit unparalleled flexibility. Each vertical louver panel is affixed with a central rod that acts as an axis of rotation, facilitating a complete 365-degree pivot. This mechanism allows for adjustment throughout the day, ensuring optimal sunlight diffusion and heat management. The horizontal panel is made out of concrete and extend out one meter from the facade, shading the interior from high sun angles. The shading device demonstrates a nuaunced understanding of the sun’s dynamics while enhancing the overall architectural aesthetics.

Summer Solstice 12 PM

Summer Solstice 4 PM

Summer Solstice 8 PM

The shading device accounts for the different sun angles throughout the calender year. In the section above, the sun angles show how the horizontal panel and vertical louvers sahde the interior space from the sun effectively during the winter solstice, autumn and spring equniox, and summer solstice.

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Draft Pro Inc.

Dra f t Pro Inc. Draftsman I Summer 2022

As a draftsman, I produced comprehensive architectural drawings utlizing AutoCAD. My primary responsibilities encompassed meticulously creating detailed floor plans, electrical plans, elevations, and sections. My proficiency extended to incorportating essential annotations and notes, enhancing the clarity of the drawings.

The select project is a single family home in which the client wanted a minimalistic, twobedroom house.

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Other Selected Works

Egg s hell

Chair I Summer 2018 The eggshell is a harmonious blend of architectural innovation and ergonomic comfort. This chair draws inspiration from Frank Gehry’s Jay Pritzker Pavillion and BP Pedestrian Bridge, translating their organic, flowing forms into a captivating oblong design.

Construced from five pieces, the chair’s strucutral integrity is upheld by wooden joints. The eggshell is more than just a seat; it’s a testament to the seamless convergence of architecture and furniture, inviting you to experience functional creativity within your personal space.

Front View

Right View

seat joint connection

leg joint connection

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P hotog raphy A selection of photographs taken during my year studying abraod

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Photography

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HANNAH FITCH

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