Jeffrey Choong Portfolio

PORTFOLIO

Jeffrey Choong selected works

a wild library

4TH YEAR MASTERS - THESIS

location : Hogsmill river, Tolworth

PROPERTY TYPE

Public library | Public bridge

The Hogsmill river, a six-milelong tributary of the River Thames, rises from springs in Ewell Borough and is classified as a rare chalk stream. It provides a natural purification system as the water is initially filtered and cleansed through chalk, making it an ideal habitat for wildlife. However, the intersection of the A3 road with the river has disrupted its greenery and caused pollution.

To resolve this issue, the project proposestheconstructionofa

TAUGHT BY - UNIT 5

Takeshi Hayatsu | 121 Collective

green bridge that would allow animals to cross the river while also introducing public amenitiesforlocalresidents.The building design is inspired by ancient Chinese paintings of mountain rivers, and its exterior is clad in cork brick to emphasize its mountain-like characteristics.Thegreenbridge is expected to improve the ecological environment, offer a new space for public use and create a unique habitat for wildlife.

Interior view into the public bridge space

1 : 2000 master plan

Drivers view along the A3 Revit | Enscape | Photoshop

Repeated

Interior view into the library space

Interior view into the upper floors that is open to nature

1 : 1000 paper model

1 : 1000 paper model

a food market

5TH YEAR MASTERS - THESIS

TAUGHT BY - UNIT 8 Adam

PROPERTY TYPE

Mix Complex | Commercial

Dalston is situated in the east side of London and is known for beingthelargesttowncentreof

Hackney, offering a variety of shops and services along Kingsland high street. The area boasts a strong sense of community with many local events and activities. It has a clear cultural identity centered around its creative businesses and third sector industries. Additionally, Dalston is highly regarded for its traditional retail and heritage, such as the renowned Ridley Road Market. Over the past decade, Dalston hasundergonesignificant

changestoitstownprofile.Ithas become a sought-after location for living, working, and entertainment, thanks to the demand for creative hubs and quality nightlife. Acknowledging thistransformation,theprojectis centered around engaging local residents,particularlythosefrom the Ridley Road Market and community garden. The project, locatedattheAshwinStreetsite, aimstocreateafoodmarketthat uses raw ingredients from the garden and market, to be cooked and served for the benefitofcreativeworkers.

Location : Dalston, Hackney 1 : 1000 master plan

Khan | Hannah Summers

Entrance into the food market

Seatings and Bar

Sedum-mix blanket by Sempergreen

Drainage layer including lter eece

Vapour barrier

DPM Rockwool insulation

Dauglas CLT grade C24

Elevation of the concert space

Acoustic oor board

Screed with under oor heating pipes

Rockwool insulation

DPM

Dauglas CLT

Elevation of the food market

Flashing and gutter

Viroc cement board

OBS board Rockwool insulation

DPM Rockwool insulation

Dauglas CLT

Flashing

Acoustic oor board

Screed with under oor heating pipes

DPM Rockwool insulation

Dauglas CLT

Window Standard 6-14-6 double glazed vertical pivot window. The frame is made with aluminium that is that was cut and wielded into an circular shape.

Services

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing are installed on the ceiling of rst and second oor. Under oor heating keep the space warm and ceiling fans are installed to circulate air. If users wishes to, windows will also be allowed to be opened as long as they are close when users leave the building.

a fashion archieve

3RD YEAR BACHELOR - THESIS

location : Wells street, Fitzrovia

PROPERTY TYPE

Academic | Refurbishment

The Westminster Menswear Archive is a dedicated establishment for the preservation and storage of a vast collection of garments andrelatedartifacts,aimedat promoting the development of the study of menswear design, including its technical and functional aspects. Its primarygoalistoenhancethe overall knowledge of menswear as a design discipline, encouraging its advancement through research, teaching, and practice.

TAUGHT BY - UNIT 1

Alex Gore | Dingle Price

The University of Westminster's project aims to transform an existing building into a social center for menswear. It will house a growing archive of 2,000 garments, expected to reach 20,000 in 10 years. The center will serve as a valuable resource, offering access to academic research materials, industry-relatedresources,anda vast collection of menswear garments.Theproject'sgoalisto createaninclusiveanddynamic center that promotes the advancementofmenswearasa designdiscipline.

Between work space and archive space

Studio spaces

Exhibition space Concept development

Axonometric view

a nature’s hide

SUMMER INSTALLATION

Location : Tolworth

PROPERTY TYPE

design and build | viewing space

TheHideisasummerprojectthat builds on the design created by our seniors. Our team was responsible for configuring the detailing, including the connectionoftherooftothering beam, window and door design, andgroundscrewdetail.Wealso had the opportunity to construct theproject,whichtookjustovera monthtocomplete,withsomeof the components prefabricated at the university workshop. The attention given to the detailing ensured the successful execution of the project,resultinginawellcraftedandaestheticallypleasing structure.

The building is a unique construction, made from timber andinsulatedwithstrawbale.The exterior is clad in pine wood, which was engraved as part of a community engagement activity. We invited local residents and children to participate, scribing their designs onto the cladding. This process resulted in a truly collaborative and personalized design. The building serves primarily as a viewing area for primaryschoolchildrenandlocal bird watchers, offering a comfortableandenvironmentallyfriendlyspacetoenjoynature.

LED BY Takeshi Hayatsu | 121 Collective

revealing nature through a thin strip of opening Entrance featuring the bass cast door knobs and hanger

Progressive photographs of the construction stage

an artist’s house

SUMMER PART TIME

location : Belsize park

PROPERTY TYPE

Residential

During the summer of 2021, I was given the exciting opportunity to build a 1:20 scale model of a house renovation for artist Peter Dogi. The project was commissionedbyTakeshiHayatsu,who had been my studio tutor during my 4th year of studying architecture. The main purpose of the model was to conveydesigndecisionstoPeterandhis family, and to help them visualize the proposedrenovation.

The existing house was an old, derelict structure that had previously belonged to another well-known artist. The upper floors presented a particularly interesting challenge, as the previous owner had introduced arbitrary columns to support the roof. Therefore, the placement of these columns needed to be carefully considered in ordertodeterminethedesigndirection ofthisfloor.

COMMISSIONED BYHayatsu architects

The model I built was designed to display the relationship between the old roofing support and the new bridge. This bridge was designed as a playful element, and since the entire floor was intended for Peter's children, it would provide height and additional storagespace.

Throughout the process, I worked closely with Takeshi to ensure that every detail of the model accurately represented the proposed renovation. The end result was a visually stunning and informative model that successfully conveyed the design decisions to Peter and his family. This project not only allowed me to showcase my architectural skills, but also provided valuable experience in communicating complex designs throughmodels.

a room diorama

2020 SUMMER PROJECT location : N/A

PROJECT TYPE

Residential | diorama

After completing my bachelor's degreeandfacingdifficultyinfinding employment, I decided to take on a project to occupy my time. This led metocreatea1:20scalemodelroom diorama, which placed heavy emphasis on capturing the essence of life within the space. The diorama depicted a simple room and was loosely based on the works of Studio Ghibli, who had greatly inspired my pursuitofarchitecture.

This project not only served as a creative outlet but also helped me discover new methods of modelmaking, which I was able to bring into my master's degree studies. Through this model, I gained an understanding of the key role of furniturein architecture.

INSPIRED BYJapanese Hanabira workshop

I learned how furniture can give architecture character and personality,andhowthewayitages canprovideidentity.

As I progressed in my studies, I was able to apply the insights gained from this project to my future work in architecture. It allowed me to exploreandexperimentwithvarious designconcepts,whichenrichedmy understanding of how furniture and other elements can enhance the overalldesignofaspace.

In summary, the room diorama I created after my bachelor's degree was a pivotal project that not only helped me past time, but also opened up new avenues of learning and exploration in my pursuit of architecture.