Edward_Portfolio

Edward Gu

University of California, Berkeley B.A. Selected Works 2020-2023

Curriculum Viate

Education

2019 - 2023

University of California, Berkeley - Berkeley, CA

Bachelor of Arts in Archiecture

Minor in Sustainable Design, History and Theory of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning

Experience

June 2022 - Aug 2022

Fong and Chan Architects - San Francisco, CA

Intern Architectural Designer

• Reviewed changes made by consultant engineers and modified drawing indexes accordingly.

• Visited project sites, met construction managers, and surveyed construction developments.

• Produced interior and exterior renders for projects and reviewed with supervisors.

• Participated in presentations for finish materials, discussed reasons and gave opinions.

Jan 2022 - Mar 2022

Summer Search, Bay Area Chapter - Berkeley, CA

Student Co-investgator

• Partnered with an outside consultant, Student Participate Leadership Council and Summer Search Board members to identify key organizational stakeholder groups and new values.

• Collected data and responses from survey results and interviews, performed detailed analysis, synthesized findings and complied a report for internal review.

• Performed detailed analysis of survey results and interviews, synthesized findings, and prepared a report for internal use.

Skills

Bare Bones

Spring 2023

Mix-usewd Compound Design | Arch 100D

Instructor: Raveevarn Choksomwbatchai

Description

Bare Bones, born from one of Sol Lewitt’s drawings, uniting a museum, retail spaces, and housing units in a cohesive compound. The project explores the fine boundary between a building’s outward appearance and its concealed structural framework, drawing parallels to the complexities of human anatomy. Like the human body, the depth and expression of the building’s skin are intrinsically linked to functionality, while its structural bones remain discreet, expertly harmonizing aesthetics and engineering.

Building Plans and Sections

The bas-relief model, is an interpretation of Sol Lewitt’s drawing #327. It captures the transitional state between twodimensional and three-dimensional representation. The process of deriving the project’s structural system involved dissecting the study model through cross-sections and plans. These dissected elements served as a basis for exploring the drawing’s lines as potential structural systems, enabling the exploration of spatial relationships and design.

Bas-relief Study Model

Building Renders

Sanctury for Nomads

Fall 2022

Art Incubator Design|Arch 100C

Instructor: Nastaran Mousavi

Description

The term “nomad” typically denotes individuals without a permanent residence who travel freely. Many artists draw inspiration from a nomadic lifestyle, immersing themselves in diverse cultures. This project aims to establish a welcoming and cozy space centered around the concept of “flow.” It will provide nomadic artists with a serene sanctuary to pause, contemplate their experiences, and engage in creative pursuits.

Concept

The building’s form emulates the fluid motion of nomadic artists, achieved through a sequence of walls and distinct wall-based strategies that induce a seamless flow and an inherent perception of motion and temporality. These strategies, categorized as peeling, rotating, cutting, and thickening, establish a definitive architectural language for the composition.

Spatial Organzation

The core of spatial organization for the project involves providing privacy for residences while retaining the original use of the space as a walkway through housing blocks. With this intention, all exhibition and commercial programs, such as the library, exhibition space, and workshops, are located on the first level, while habitation programs like studios and housing units occupy the second and third levels.

Building

Building Plans

Building Sections

Physical Model

Building Envelope

To accentuate the notion of flow, an undulating wood slat envelope was introduced to the non-primary walls. This envelope symbolizes the nomadic artists’ fluid movement, akin to their travels between cities. By mirroring the dynamics of water, this wooden skin infuses vitality into the static architecture, creating a more dynamic and lively spatial experience.

Renders

SOMA Urban Institute

Spring 2022

Community Center Design|Arch 100B

Instructor: William Di Napoli

Description

The South of Market neighborhood in San Francisco derives its rich meanings from the diverse resident backgrounds, intertwining a complex narrative within its architectural tapestry. At its core, a prominent cylinder shape functions as a pivotal hub for spatial circulation, driving dynamic interactions. Diverse societal roles converge from nearby streets, engaging in a harmonious exchange within the swirl-like circulation. This orchestrated interaction achieves a vibrant fusion of cultures on varying scales, fostering a multi-dimensional cultural fabric. The neighborhood’s architectural design unites with human dynamics, exemplifying a synergy that weaves individual narratives into a collective urban story.

Project Concept Site Analysis

Analysis

Spatial Organization

Building Sections

Detailed Wall Section

Building Performative Cut

Interior Renders

Other Works

Description

This portfolio section features works from previous courses, collaborative projects from participated competitions, and photography.

Kinetic Object Unfolding and Movement

Collaborative Work: Darren Sun, Project submitted for Wildlife Pavilions

Sun, Edward Gu, and Riley Jiang

Pavilions hosted by Terraviva Competitions.

Sight into the Ambivalence

Collaborative Work: Edward Project submitted for Museum of Emotions hosted

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Gu and Sarah Zhang hosted by Buildner Architetcure Competitions

Photography

Photography has always been a passion of mine. In my view, architecture custodian of time’s fleeting embrace. My camera evolves into an instrument power to shape environments and experiences. Architecture and photography

Photography

architecture constructs the very essence of space, while photography becomes the instrument enabling me to capture life’s vivid instants—a parallel to architecture’s photography are complementary and interwoven enchantments to my life.