Architecture Portfolio 2024

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Architecture Portfolio

Iskander

About

Curriculum Vitae

Architectural Design Contact

Carmel Sport Center

On The Campus Border

Adaptive Reuse

EDUCATION

2018 - 2023

Technion-University Haifa city, IL: Architecture B.Sc

EXPERIENCE

2023 - Present

Internship at NCA architecture office in Herzliya

SKILLS

CAD

3D Modeling

Graphic Design

Rendering

Autocad

Rhino | Grasshopper | Revit | Sketchup

Photoshop | Illustrator | InDesign | Lightroom

Enscape | Lumion | Twinmotion | Vray | DS | Premiere Pro

LANGUAGES

Arabic

Hebrew

English

Italian

Spanish

Native Language Second Native Language

Carmel sport center HEALTH, FUN, ENGAGEMENT

1Carmel Sport Center Haifa

Year 2021

Thematic Design Studio - Composition, Design and Fabrication

Technion, Haifa Israel

Mentor Prof. Nir Chen

The proposed sport and health center in the district of Nave Shanan, Haifa, is designed to address the community’s need for accessible and modern facilities. Positioned along a vibrant route leading to Technion University, the site’s strategic location caters to the diverse needs of local residents and commuters alike.

The site’s topography presents both challenges and opportunities. With a gradual elevation of up to 7 meters on its southern side, the design strategy aims to maximize the use of the available construction area while minimizing excavation of the mountain.

Mass In Site

Accessibility

school

noise intensity Engagement

VIEWS & NATURAL LIGHT COVER FAB.

Ramat Alon

Sidewalk

Malal St.

Ramat Alon

Sidewalk

Malal St.

KINDERGARDEN

Accessible Design and Community Integration

On the eastern side of the site, where a kindergarten is planned, a large public space is envisioned to seamlessly integrat into the topography. This space serves as a dynamic connector, bridging different access points and providing a vibrant backdrop for community activities.

Placing the main sports hall at street level not only enhances accessibility but also minimizes the exposure of other functions, like the Spa and yoga space, to street noise, creating a more comfortable environment for users.

The design prioritizes interaction and engagement at every level. The openings of the sports hall offer passersby a live glimpse of the action inside, enriching the urban experience for commuters. At the main level, strategically positioned at +3 meters, a café invites visitors to linger and socialize, fostering a sense of community. By blurring the boundaries between the built environment and the surrounding nature, our project cultivates a biophilic symbiotic relationship, enhancing the overall well-being of users and the ecosystem.

main hall

On the campus border LINKING the campus with the city

Research Building Rehovot Year 2023

Master Integrative Design Studio, Technion, Haifa Israel

Mentor Prof. Nir Chen

The Weizmann Institute of Science is a research-driven institution located in Rehovot, Israel. It has a diverse range of research programs in the natural and exact sciences, It is also known for its interdisciplinary approach, with many research groups spanning multiple fields.

The newly proposed Science Hub, located at the western entrance of the campus, provides a dynamic and inspiring space in between the Institute and the city for the community and new visitors to meet up, conduct cutting-edge research and share their findings with the world.

Mass diffusion

The proposed plan aims to pay homage to the extensive variety of unique trees on the site by utilizing their shaded areas for communal gatherings. The arrangement of the above-ground structures has been designed to align with the historical ficus trees located on the southern side of the site. The lower volumes are positioned closest to the trees, with the higher volumes situated further away.

The pruposed scheme offers new public space in the city welcoming visitors from outside the campus to peak inside, exposing scientests to new opportunities or having city dwellers to enjoy the new green open space.

Site boundaries

Excavation Line

Landscape Intervention site Plan

The project endeavors to craft an immersive and participatory experience for visitors, seamlessly integrating the building’s architecture with the surrounding nature. Its massing and site approach diverge from typical urban conditions, offering tranquil outdoor spaces that flexibly encourage community engagement.

The design prioritizes transparency and openness, affording visitors a unique glimpse into the research center’s inner workings. By situating most of the functional program underground and incorporating expansive openings in the main floor, it cultivates a profound connection between interior and exterior spaces, amplifying the desired biophilic sensation while simultaneously enhancing energy efficiency.

Multiuse Lab 2

Multiuse Lab 1

Parking Floor -8.00

Open Patio

Books & Coffee

Exhibition Gallery

Confrence Room

Staff Terrace

Access through the park

fadace / climatic considerations

A 3D printed recyled plastic composed into assemble-ready Mashrabiya blocks that will enable light and views from the inside while preventing direct sunlight

The southern and western sides of the structures had to deal with direct sunlight throughout the day. In order to have control over the sun’s heat from penetrating the internal spaces, the facade has been designed to react in three different but specific ways, depending on the internal program.

Grasshopper analysis of sun path, such as Ladybug, were conducted in order to maximize day light but prevent direct light during summer time.

The western pattern of the facade, which extends over the main entrance, was specifically designed to let those smooth sun rays during golden times for a magical effect to take place in the Foye of the building.

Exhibition gallery

Insulated 7-meter channel glass

Maximizes light in gallery rooms

Adaptive reuse The silo farm, Haifa

Circular Vertical Farming and Cultural Park

Year 2023

4th year of Architecture school, Construction Technologies Workshop, Technion, Haifa

Mentor Arch. Or Regev

This ambitious project endeavors to revitalize the disused oil refinery silos on the outskirts of the Haifa metropolitan area. Through their transformation into a cultural and sustainable park, the project celebrates the industrial legacy while charting a course towards a sustainable and culturally vibrant future.

Repurposing the old silos into a dynamic green space aims to preserve the past while fostering a brighter future for Haifa. Balancing history, innovation, and community, the project lays the foundation for the area’s restoration and revitalization.

pavillion

farm 1

farm 2

farm 3

silo

silo

silo

SITE

1:1000

At the heart of the park are the renovated silos, now transformed into innovative circular vertical farms. These eyecatching structures are the park’s focal point, showcasing the potential of recycling old spaces. Inside, various crops will be grown using advanced hydroponic systems, promoting local and sustainable food production.

farms

SILO FARM PROTOTYPE

Structural Modifications

silo structure

Reinforcing the existing silo structure with a steel frame and internal supports to ensure stability and accommodate the additional weight of equipment and crops. This will provide a sturdy framework for the vertical farming operation.

ROOF PV ARRAY

Watering Systems 3

Silo plan| Ground floor

Implementing an efficient and automated hydroponic irrigation system is crucial for delivering water and nutrients directly to the plant roots. These systems will be integrated into the newly added tiers and shelves within the silos, allowing for optimal water distribution and minimizing water waste.

The conversion of the existing silo structures into vertical farming units involves reinforcing the framework with a steel frame and internal supports to accommodate additional weight and ensure stability. Integrated ventilation and climate control systems regulate airflow and temperature, while hydroponic irrigation systems deliver water and nutrients directly to plant roots, minimizing waste. A dedicated space for packaging and sorting crops is provided on the ground floor, and energy-efficient LED grow lights ensure optimal illumination for plant growth.

area

Detail 1

Steel frame structure

aie ventilator

Detail 2

Hydrophonic planting system with artificial lightning

Stabilizing plants storage

The pavilion

FLOOR pavilion plan| Ground floor

The park isn’t just about farming and art; it’s a place for everyone to enjoy. Thats when the Pavilion comes into play. It has a café that offers fresh food sourced directly from the park’s crops, providing visitors with a unique dining experience. Retail spaces support local artisans and entrepreneurs, fostering a sense of community.

The Pavilion offers spaces for creativity and interaction. Shaded and breazy areas house workshops and studios where artists can showcase their work. A gallery provides a platform for art exhibitions, enriching the community’s cultural life.

The park hosts educational programs and events that teach visitors about sustainability, agriculture and arts. It’s a place where people can come together, be inspired, and make a positive impact.

To close the cycle of sustainability , renewable energy sources like solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems were incorporated. These eco-friendly initiatives reduce our reliance on traditional energy and water sources.

BRANDENBURG

WESTHAFEN

BIOFUELED POWERPLANT

PROCESSING + RECYCLE

WOOD COMPONENTS STORAGE

REDEVELOPMENTAREA

MANTAINANCE REPAIR/RENOVATION + RETROFITTING

DISASSEMBLY/ DEMOLITION

RETHINKING LOGISTICS FOR A CARBON NEUTRAL CONSTRUCTION VALUE CHAIN

Berlin / Brandenburg

CHORA BAUHÜTTE 4.0 - DYNAMIC MASTERPLANNING

Year 2022

Master Design Studio, Erasmus in TU, Berlin Germany

With Anas Mahli

Prof. Raul Bunschoten and mentors Moritz Maria Karl & Georg Hubmann

In order to bring greenhouse emissions down, cities need to be transformed into carbon storage heavens. A revolution in planning, designing, and retrofitting buildings is required due to the fact that the construction sector currently accounts for 40% of total global GHG emissions.

In this studio, we explore how Berlin/Brandenburg and its systems need to adapt to provide resilient living conditions for its inhabitants. In other words, how to implement a dynamic masterplan for future bio-based and intelligent city making in Berlin/Brandenburg?

The term ‘Dynamic Masterplan’ is not defined. It is understood as a balancing act of multiple interests and future demands, which is ever more important in times of crises and uncertainties.

Urban Design

suply chain intervention

SAWMILL

TEMPLIN (2), BRANDENBURG, DE

POTENTIALS

Raw

Usable

Potential

Potential

To make the transition into carbon neutrality, we need to think beyond the construction process and reimagine the whole value chain. The introduction of biogenic materials is a multilayered effort that goes through its production, processing, distribution, and application. RE[LOG] addresses the interconnectivity between localities, scales, and different technical, social, and natural systems, by redesigning the logistics that permeate the supply chain. Reinstating water as a primary medium of material transport, RE [LOG] takes advantage of decades of waterway infrastructure developments in Berlin and Brandenburg and recent technological innovation to decarbonize freight shipping and give back industry-dominated waterfronts to the people.

Urban Logistics | the macro & the micro

A crucial aspect of our narrative revolves around material flows, examining how resources would circulate within the proposed framework and how will the Westhafen be able to facilitate the macro urban goals and strategies.

From sustainable construction practices to efficient resource management, the proposed plan aligns with the city’s vision for a greener, more resilient future. It serves as a catalyst for urban transformation, unlocking new opportunities for environmental stewardship and community well-being.

Finally, we zoom in on 3 design levels in traversing key locations: the Sawmill in Templin in Brandenburg as an example, the Westhafen logistics hub, and a porototype of a docking system poised to redefine logistics along the Spree in Berlin while public contribution is always prioritized.

SCRAP YARD GROSSMARKT

WESTHAFEN

MOABIT PP

Westhafen port

westhafen

RE[Log] represents a paradigm shift in urban logistics, centered around the Westhafen port in Berlin. This strategic location serves as the nexus for a network of waterways, connecting key areas within the city and beyond.

WESTHAFEN | THE CONNECTING KNOT

E-BOAT

WESTHAFEN | THE CONNECTING KNOT

WESTHAFEN | THE CONNECTING KNOT

Spree Docking Station

Anas Mahli, Bin Cui, Giorgia Cherubini, Iskander Said, Teo Butenas Santos

Anas Mahli, Bin Cui, Giorgia Cherubini, Iskander Said, Teo Butenas Santos