DESIGN PORTFOLIO // KYLA PIERRE BORJA

KYLAPIERRE BORJA

PORTFOLIO

INTERIORARCHITECTUREAND DESIGN

ABOUT ME

I am Kyla Pierre Borja, a Diploma Graduate of Interior Architecture and Design in Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore.

As a keen-learner, I have been expressing my design ideas creatively and have an eye for detail, making sure I am able to use my skills to create unique projects.

I aspire to be a designer that will create a difference to how people perceive space and structure, while fulfilling their needs and intentions.

During my free time, I like to spend time with my family and friends, collect and listen to vinyl records, and watch movies.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ENCIRCLE

THE PLUNGE

DIGITAL VISUALISATION

DIVIDED ARTWORKS

EXPERIENCE

ENCIRCLE

DARUL IHSAN GIRLS’ ORPHANAGE

LOCATION: 23 WAN THO AVE, SINGAPORE

PROJECT BACKGROUND

The study of interior design in Darul Ihsan Girls’ Orphanage, which is a part of the Muslimin Trust Fund Association. It was founded in 1904 by a group of gentlemen who supported unprivileged Muslim children. The association has helped many people from all ages by providing financial aid, educational awards and free burial services.

DESIGN STATEMENT

To create an interactive and lively home to enhance lifestyle and improve the well-being of the orphans and staff, by having a variety of shared spaces for social interactions, with private spaces providing sufficient nurturing and a sense of belonging. The use of balance, harmony in polished materials and vibrant colours, and repetition of spatial features emanate liveliness and positivity.

Having a dynamic and lively home can help bring positivity and vibrancy into the orphans’ and staff’s lives. A place where the orphans feel encouraged, productive and optimistic.

This can help rejuvenate the orphanage into a place where the orphans can live, play and learn in a home.

ELEVATION

1ST STOREY

2ND STOREY

Key

space – Music and Crafts Room

A place where the orphans can learn, play and be creative. They can develop skills like playing instruments, creating art and sewing

ACTIVITY ROOM

LOCATED IN 3rd STOREY, MEZZANINE FLOOR ABOVE THE MUSIC ROOM

3rd (A) STOREY

3rd (B) STOREY

4th STOREY

LOCATED IN 3RD AND 4TH STOREY

OUTDOOR AREA

LOCATED IN 2ND STOREY

CORRIDOR OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

LOCATED IN 2ND STOREY

1:50 KEY SPACE MODEL

The purpose of the key space model is to explore on different materials, colours and lighting

PROJECT BACKGROUND

The study of the new meaning and relevance of office spaces when professionals work more from home and where physical interactions are less required. There is a relation between the digital reality we live in with the meaning of collaboration. The building’s location invites us to think about the social perceptions of the people with financial needs, and how the community embraces Ministry of Social and Family Development’s target audience.

DESIGN STATEMENT

To create an engaging and welcoming office workspace which fosters collaboration and offers reachable support to vulnerable residents. The use of organic linear features can provide a fluid and harmonious atmosphere, helping to connect the variety of spaces, and incorporate fellowship of the staff and residents.

CONCEPT COLLAGE CONCEPT MODELS

FLUIDITY AND FLOW

PROCESS OF REJUVENATION, CLEANSING AND RENEWAL OF SPIRIT

“SETTLE DOWN”

To make people calmer and comfortable after going through problems or changes. Each space descends and leads back to the “plunge pool” where everyone can gather, connect and settle.

1ST STOREY

2ND STOREY

Selected Space - Multi-purpose atrium, sitting areas, lobby/reception, interview pods

This detailed plan shows the separation between the public areas and the private areas

SITTING AREA

LOCATED IN 1ST STOREY

INTERVIEW ROOMS

LOCATED IN 1ST STOREY

Detail drawings to show the different materials and joinery from the selected space

TRANSVERSE SECTION

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Living where you work and play is the main plank of Singapore’s vision for its Central Business District, thus the government hopes to change Singapore into a big liveable global city. One way to implement this is to adopt co-living concepts that can help Singaporeans live closer to their workplace. The government has also initiated to focus on Arts, encouraging creative talents to revitalize the CBD area, and making arts as an integral part of the lives of Singaporeans.

DESIGN STATEMENT

To create an interactive space for a stained glass artist that can help uplift his ideas and mood, and to let individuals understand more about Singapore’s heritage through the artist’s expertise. The semi-shared area is used for interaction and showcasing to the public through the form of open exhibitions and exposed workshops. Intimate spaces such as a personal studio, bedroom and balcony are only accessible by the artist for working, living and playing. Using structural and colour contrast, asymmetry and harmony accentuates the reinvigorating expression that is being conveyed within the structure.

TO REPRESENT STABILITY, FRAGMENTATION, ASYMMETRY AND CONTRAST

CLIENT – STAINED GLASS ARTIST

I chose a stained glass artist as my client as stained glass art is not widely known and focused in Singapore. As this artform is being introduced to the CBD area, it would create a sense of contrast to the place. It would be a form of attraction to the public, helping to revitalize the area.

1ST STOREY

2nd STOREY

3rd STOREY

WORKSHOP

The first floor is an open and workshop for the public to learn more about the artform. The second floor is private, and is meant only for the stained glass artist to work and live. The top floor is public, with an open exhibition and balcony.

A project where I was required to explore different forms and features using what I have learnt from tutorials in online classes and sources. Another aim for this project was to be independent in my own learning.

ARTWORKS

I enjoy creating art and drawing during my free time. I also had the opportunity to take O-Level Art.

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I was able to apply the drawing, crafting and design skills in my Diploma course, and I have learnt to be more detail-oriented when it comes to my overall workmanship skills.

This art piece is to convey the story of what would usually happen when I visit my relatives back in The Philippines.

BROKEN - A papercut art piece.

WORK EXPERIENCE

WYNK COLLABORATIVE

- Starvault, Singapore - Finalist, Design Anthology Awards

- Bottles & Bottles @ The Woodleigh Mall, Singapore

- 8M Real Estate Lift Lobby, Singapore

- Lola’s Cafe @ Simon Road, Singapore

- Alchemist @ Robinson Road, Singapore

- Alchemist @ The Heeren, Singapore

- The Projector @ Cineleisure, Singapore

STOKED ASSOCIATES

- Vena Energy Office, Singapore

- Metis Energy Office, Singapore