Architecture MArch Portfolio - Lara Gutensohn

PORTFOLIO

Lara Gutensohn

UCL Bartlett - Architecture MArch

Selected works 2018-2023

Rubik’s Cube Analysis and optimisation of living in the city

- Bachelor, 4th semester -

Simple Complexity

Light construction building for yoga retreat

- Bachelor, 5th semester -

8 x 15

New design for the settlement centre in Frankfurt

- Bachelor thesis -

Franklin Steg

Timber pedestrian bridge in executions stage

- DKFS, Project architect -

Information center Garzweiler

1st prize open competition in Garzweiler - DKFS, Competition

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Spaces In Between

Bachelor, 4th semester (2020)

Prof. P. Hackh

Project members: L. Gutensohn, E. Krause

Location: Frankfurt/Sachsenhausen, Germany

Topic:

As a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, the question of how we are living is now more important than ever. Therefore, we were supposed to design residential space in a vibrant neighbourhood in Frankfurt. The area’s surroundings should be reflected in the new development. Especially in times where staying home was mandatory, communal spaces and public areas gained in sigificance and should be key parts of the design.

Concept:

Looking back historically, one finds very typical, small “knight’s alleys” in this area, which still remain in some parts of the neighbourhood today. Our design picks up this characteristic and reinterprets it in a modern way.

The mixed-use development with retail and restaurant areas on the ground floor is in line with the existing assets and thus seamlessly blends in with the surroundings.

2 01 Frankfurt Skyline Umriss Piktogramm Frankfurt Skyline Umriss Piktogramm Skyline Frankfurt Design Silhouette

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Floor Plan 1st + 2nd Floor Plan 4th Floor Plan 5th Floor Plan Section A-A Section B-B

Ground

Lageplan M 500

The overarching idea behind our design is to combine the two main themes: urban and provincial.

Urban:

A striking feature of Frankfurt is its skyline. We have incorporated this into our design by arranging residential towers in a corresponding silhouette. The use of glass and metal for the facade incorparates the character of the city’s high-rise buildings while also maintaining the ambience of Sachsenhausen’s half-timbered houses through the reflection. Our concept for the city is implemented vertically.

Aufgabe

Die Aufgabe „ZwischenRäume“ besteht darin einen Entwurf zu erschaffen der in Bezug auf die Umgebung mehreren Personen einen Wohnraum bietet Gemeinschaftsräume sowie Interaktionsflächen sind vor allem in aktuellen Zeiten wichtige Komponenten die vertreten werden sollen

Bezug zur städtebaulichen Umgebung Geschichtlich zurückgeschaut findet man in der Umgebung sehr typische kleine „Rittergassen“ welche auch heute noch teilweise zu finden sind Unser Entwurf greift genau diese Eigenschaft der Gasse wieder auf

Die Aufgabe „ZwischenRäume“ besteht darin einen Entwurf zu erschaffen der in Bezug auf die Umgebung mehreren Personen einen Wohnraum bietet Gemeinschaftsräume sowie Interaktionsflächen sind vor allem in aktuellen Zeiten wichtige Komponenten die vertreten werden sollen Bezug zur städtebaulichen Umgebung Geschichtlich zurückgeschaut findet man in der Umgebung sehr typische kleine Rittergassen“ welche auch heute noch teilweise zu finden sind Unser Entwurf greift genau diese Eigenschaft der Gasse wieder auf

Stadt Typisch für die Stadt Frankfurt ist die Skyline mit ihren Sprüngen zwischen den Hochhäusern Durch die Anordnung der Wohntürme entsteht bei dem Schnitt eine sehr ähnliche Silhouette wie dem obenstehenden Piktogramm zu entnehmen ist. Auch das Spiel mit den Materialien Glas und Metall greift zum einen den Charakter der vermeintlich glänzenden Hochhäuser auf spiegelt jedoch durch seine Reflexion die Fachwerkhäuser Sachsenhausens wider So zeigt sich das Konzept der Stadt vor allem in der Vertikalen

Konzept Das Konzept vereint zwei Hauptkomponenten miteinander in einem Entwurf Dieses beinhaltet die zwei Elemente Stadt und Dorf

Provincial:

Dorf

Stadt Typisch für die Stadt Frankfurt ist die Skyline mit ihren Sprüngen zwischen den Hochhäusern Durch die Anordnung der Wohntürme entsteht bei dem Schnitt eine sehr ähnliche Silhouette wie dem obenstehenden Piktogramm zu entnehmen ist. Auch das Spiel mit den Materialien Glas und Metall greift zum einen den Charakter der vermeintlich glänzenden Hochhäuser auf spiegelt jedoch durch seine Reflexion die Fachwerkhäuser Sachsenhausens wider So zeigt sich das Konzept der Stadt vor allem in der Vertikalen

Dorf

In einem Dorf ist die kotinuierliche Kommunikation ein wesentlicher Bestandteil Bei unserem Entwurf ist eine solche Interaktion auf verschiedenen Höhen der Kuben im zentralen Außenbereich des Gebäudes zu beobachten Auch das viele Grün des Dorfs ist pro Wohnebene stets integriert mit einer geschickten Mischung aus Sitzmöglichkeiten und Bepflanzungsoptionen Hölzerne Hochgeschosse im Inneren greifen die Kompaktheit eines Dorfes auf Resümierend findet man eine dorfähnliche Struktur in den Horizontalen

In a village, constant communication is crucial. In our design, this interaction is evident at through varying heights of the cubes and in the central outdoor area of the building. Each residential unit has ample green space, which includes seating and planting areas, reflecting the spacious greenery of the provincial landscape. Wooden elevated floors inside add to the compactness of the village. In summary, our design incorporates a horizontal, village-like structure.

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Wegführungspiktogramm Dorf Elemente Frankfurt

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Skyline Umriss Piktogramm

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Material:

Glass Facade Detail

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Physical Model:

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Simple Complexity

Bachelor, 5th semester (2020/2021)

Prof. T. Carl

Project members: L. Gutensohn, E. Krause

Location: Amieira, Portugal

Topic:

We were asked to test architectural lightness by designing a new exercise room for an idyllic yoga retreat in Portugal. The design was allowed to operate on the line between reality and utopia, and to consciously pose the question if poetic forms can be expressed as lightweight constructions. During this course, the programmes Rhino and Grasshopper were introduced as parametric design was a key element of this module.

Concept:

After many model studies and creative work, we decided on a unique structural concept which became our main focus. The double parabolic hyperboloid that forms our roof creates a distinctive atmosphere by playing with the sunshine and shading throughout the day. On the ground floor, we created an intimate and private space for the changing rooms. The first floor was designed as an open space where the in- and outside merge seamlessly. Even though the design stands out at first glance, the surroundings are referenced in many ways throughout the new design.

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View relation with existing buildings Transparency of design

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The building sits mid-way on a hill and stands as a continuation of the winding road through the mountain. It picks up the natural flow and leads the visitor logically through the space. By playing with the concept of opposites such as light and darkness, we aim to create a dynamic experience that evolves throughout the day. Upon entering the building, one is welcomed into a cozy and intimate space on the ground floor, which then expands into an open and bright atmosphere once you enter the first floor.

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Bachelor, 6th term (2021)

Prof. T. Carl

Bachelor thesis: Lara Gutensohn

Location: Frankfurt/Praunheim, Germany

Topic:

The aim was to renovate the “Flying Eagle” building, which previously was a local point of the Ernst May settlement in Praunheim. A central part of the assigment was to develop a new use concept that caters to the settlement’s needs and provides new amenities for its inhabitants.

Concept:

To inject more vitality into the area, the strict grid of the settlement was reinterpreted by extending it perpendicularly to create a more dynamic feeling. The original dimensions of the Ernst May house (5.0m x 8.5m) were used as a key design element. A “walkable gap” forms the connection between the old and new grid. One Ernst May house will be reconstructed in a modern style, with an underground exhibition space and a library. A square, which was created between the buildings, and features a small café and a community workshop. This design emphasizes the visual relationships between old and new structures, and aims to strengthen the community, complementing the Praunheim settlement.

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Derivation Process:

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The buildings are arranged in a logical sequence, with public studios acting as a creative meeting point for residents. A café is located near a wide meadow, providing a view of Frankfurt’s skyline. An expedition space featuring a reconstructed model of the Ernst May house and a connected library offer education about the past whereas temporary expeditions on the main floor offer new perspectives.

Studios

Exhibition/Event/Library

Gastronomy

Section B-B

Subterranean Volume

The subterranean overlaps of the buildings in the exhibition space create a harmonious and intimate atmosphere for the visitor. Each of the shaped platforms fulfils its own purpose and fits logically into the space. New and interesting visual relationships are created to maintain a dynamic experience. The surface of the underground development will be used as a public plaza.

East Elevation

Overlaps/View Relations Public Plaza

By lowering the cubature, a reduction of the above-ground volume is achieved. The mezzanine creates additional workspace with dynamic lighting conditions. The three-part division of the building is reflected in the facade design. This is shown by the strict separation of utility and ancillary rooms which is shown on the inside. The full glazing on the mezzanine level makes the structure appear to float and provides an exciting and alternating light ratio in the interior

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Detail Section Studio

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Facade Elevation

Roof structure (outside-inside):

Appearance Roof membrane

Windproofing Polymer bitumen membrane, welded

Slope insulation EPS, Slope 2 degrees 100mm

Extruded insulation EPS insulation 100mm

Interior appearance Multiplex-Panel, white 30mm

Supporting structure HEB-Profile 200mm

Wall construction (outside-inside):

Appearance Timber panels, grey glazed (Parlex) 12mm

Substructure Aluminium hanging system (Parlex) 2x50mm

Ventilation

Soft insulation Cellulose Insulation 150mm

Supporting structure Reinforced concrete 250mm

Floor structure (top-bottom):

Flooring Heating, floating installation 80mm

Separating layer PE foil

Sound insulation Impact sound insulation EPS 30x50mm

Separating layer PE foil

Intermediate ceiling Reinforced concrete 300mm

Floor structure foundation (top-bottom):

Flooring Heating screed, floating 80 mm

Separating layer PE foil

Sound insulation Impact sound insulation EPS 30x50mm

Separating layer PE foil

Foundation Reinforced concrete C25/30 300mm

Extruded insulation EPS insulation 100mm

Sicker layer Gravel 16/32200mm

Soil

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Franklin Steg

1st prize open competition

Planned Completion: 2024

DKFS Architects - Project Architect

all rights are reserved by DKFS Architects

Location: Mannheim, Germany

Topic:

The Franklin Village in Mannheim is one of Germany’s largest ongoing conversion projects. To connect the existing areas with the converted spaces there is a need for a pedestrian and bicycle bridge over the B38. Taking into account the required clearance profiles and ramp systems for accessing the bridge is a curcial fact. Because of the existing buildings on the “Vogelstang” side, the design is highly thought throught and very sensitive. The goal is to develop a detailed concept for a visually high-quality solution.

Concept:

The entire concept of the structure follows a purely sustainable approach. In its formal design as well as in the design of the open spaces, it is highly compatible and naturally integrates into the adjacent network of landscape and traffic. The three-dimensional form of the barrier-free timber ramp creates a spatial experience for the user as they move through it, perceiving it from constantly changing perspectives.

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Integration of the design into the surroundings Variable cross section allows changing view relations

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Garzweiler Information Center

1st prize open competition

Submission September 2022

DKFS Architects - Office work

All rights are reserved by DKFS Architects

Topic:

The competition aims to create an attractive and sustainable plan for a new documentation center that serves as a symbol between the village and the edge of the open-cast mine. The development includes the building, open space, traffic facilities, it’s integration into the “Green Belt,” and landscape staging. The central components of the competition task are designing the building and open space, integrating traffic facilities, and staging the landscape development to suit both the existing “open pit edge” as well as the future “lake edge.”

Concept:

The distinctive stratified layering of the open-cast mining motif, along with the morphology of the mine’s plan and section views, guide the design of the new site. The site is designed in stages, progressing from the mine’s edge to the existing forest. The new documentation center’s spatial programme is aligned with the landscape transformation process and allows for maximum flexibilty, making it suitable for all stages of change.

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Site Plan

Diagramm Section through cole mine

Open-cast mining grandstand: As part of the landscape and experience space on the structure, accessible via barrierfree ramps in Layers’ Square

A barrier-free ramp connection as part of the landscape base up to the roof terrace

The stratified landscape as an earthwork made of existing overburden material forms a plinth and striking place: The Layers’ Square. with an elevated view