Portfolio
Part 1 Architectural Assistant
NAMIDA
NARATHASAJAN
Namida Narathasajan (Mook)
CONTACT
Email : narathasajanmook@gmail.com
Phone : +44 7883 7171 50 / +66 970872220
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ mook-namida-narathasajan-069176221
PROFILE
My expertise lies in the exploration of architecture through delicate hand-drawn techniques, which I honed during my education at the University of Greenwich. This experience has ignited a passion within me for the built environment, compelling me to continuously experiment with diverse mediums, including various 3D modeling programs. Since my early childhood, I have harbored a dream of designing buildings that make a difference.
DEGREE
Bachelor of Architecture
University of Greenwich
2019 - 2023
LANGUAGES
Thai - Native speaker
English - Fluent
SKILLS
PHOTOGRAPHY
SOFTWARE
Sketchup Rhino
AutoCAD Blender
3ds Max Microsoft Office Revit
V-Ray
Indesign Photoshop Illustrator
AWARD
Runner Up - Part II Hand Drawn of the Peter Luscombe Drawing Prize 2023.
Award from the Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects aiming to encourage excellence in traditional drawing
WORK EXPERIENCES
FREELANCE WORK | Architectural Design
2020 - Present
Collaborated on designing various components of real-life architecture projects, contributing to the overall design process. Created compelling visuals, including renderings and 3D models, to effectively communicate design concepts and solutions.
SALESPERSON at IDLM co.,ltd | Interior Architecture Firm
June - September 2020
Sold furniture and pitched interior proposals to clients. Communicate interior design concepts effectively while exceeding sales targets through relationship-building with customers and customised solutions.
EVENT COORDINATOR for NWMNML EXHIBITION | Photography exhibition and Workshop
August 2020
Experienced in urban photography and photographic composition
HAND DRAWING
Expertise in hand-drawn architecture drawing, showcasing fine pencil skills
Software
PSYCHOLOGY
Studies on psychology’s impact on architecture and behavior, human-centric spaces and user experiences.
Organised a minimalistic photography exhibition in collaboration with an architect’s mid-century modern furniture collection. I oversaw all aspects of event planning, including venue selection, logistics, and putting together a photography workshop.
EXHIBITION DESIGNER AND ORGANISER for SPIRIT OF POTTERY EXHIBITION | Ceramic Artist exhibition
January 2020
Designed and organised an exhibition for a ceramic artist. Designing the displays and the entire exhibition experience to bring out the best quality of the pieces.
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HATS MAKING CASTLE
The Hats Moving Castle project is in response to a brief that asks, “Do Architects Dream of Extraordinary Space?” The brief encourages students to draw inspiration from science fiction to create unique architectural explorations. The analysis of these narratives provides us with predictive tools as well as the ability to shift current thinking. I developed my own cohesive architectural vision, reimagining extraordinary spaces, through research and spatial speculation.
Hats Moving Castle is based on Diana Wynn Jones’ novel “Howl’s Moving Castle.” Sophie, a normal young girl who makes hats for a living, is the protagonist of the story. Her life is rather monotonous. That changes when she comes across a magical moving castle owned by a reclusive wizard.
The project begins by extracting four main key themes, namely Hats, Machine, Castle, and Hoarding, from the book. These themes serve as the foundation for the creation of a captivating series of imaginative and unconventional models. These models are then refined and translated into intricate pencil drawings and collages. Through these experimental methods, a speculative and enchanting school for hatmaking with a seasonal program emerges. Elements derived from the initial stages of experimentation are skillfully incorporated to shape the design of Hats Moving Castle, resulting in an intimate yet exhilarating space.
Tutors : Jen Wan + Eric Wong1 1
The magical school of hats
0 100 200m N
Rhino + V-ray
3 SITE
St. James’s Square
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENTS 4
Collage created from orthographic drawings of the conceptual models which explore themes from the book.
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COLLAGE 6
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PLAN & SECTION 10m 5 0 8
Movable façade design caters to the different climates through out the year.
Rhino + V-ray
1 2 3 4 5 8 9 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 40 41 42 43 39 1 500 300 500 mm concrete pad foundation 2 holding down bolts 3 plaster pole barn 4 400 mm diameter oakwood timber pillar 5 joint between an oakwood timber pillar and an oakwood frame 6 oakwood frame slotting through the main pillar 8 oakwood timber frame 9 100 500 2000 mm timber joint 10 50 mm timber ceiling panel 11 100 mm aerogel insulation 12 100 x 100 mm timber beam 13 50 mm timber panel 14 10 mm herringbone flooring 16 20 mm pressure-treated timber façade panel 17 air gap 18 20 mm breathable membrane 20 100 100 mm timber beam 21 aluminum latch 22 85 mm steam-bent veneer timber 24 20 mm rubber seal 25 100 mm rubber seal 26 air tube 27 tension cable joint 29 20 mm steambent veneer timber frame 30 rubber seal 32 cushion 0.2 mm ETFE sheeting 33 cushion 0.2 mm ETFE sheeting 34 baobao patterned 0.2 mm ETFE sheeting (inner layer) 37 head pulley 38 10 mm cabel 39 façade attatchment 40 pulley 41 30 mm bolt 42 operating handle for façade adjustment 43 rope port STRUCTURE FLOOR WALL MOVING FAÇADE SYSTEM 01005001000 mm
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The façade opens and closes according to the fashion seasons.
1 2 3 4 5 8 9 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 500 300 500 mm concrete pad foundation 2 plaster pole barn 3 400 mm diameter oakwood timber pillar 4 oakwood timber frame 5 160 250 mm timber beam 6 50 mm timber ceiling panel 7 100 mm aerogel insulation 8 50 mm timber panel 9 100 100 mm timber beam 10 50 mm timber panel 11 10 mm herringbone flooring 12 80 mm ceiling panel 13 10 mm timber pane 14 130 mm Fabrick™ bricks insulation 15 10 mm timber pane 16 100 100 mm timber beam 17 80 mm timber panel 18 20 mm pressure-treated timber façade panel 19 façade pulley system 21 15 mm diameter tension cable 22 horizontal 20 mm steam bent veneer timber frame 23 cushion 0.2 mm ETFE sheeting 25 vertical 20 mm steam bent veneer timber frame DETAIL
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Indy Co.
The name ‘Indy Co.’ is derived from the word ‘indigo’. The wordplay embodies the project’s essence, which is to be considerate of the environment.
The design answers the question, ‘How can we design sustainably in an urban environment?’ This project has been an excellent opportunity for me to apply the sustainability knowledge I gained throughout my bachelor’s degree to the real world. I chose to approach this brief using the following sustainability principle :
1. How can we make the most of the existing structure while minimising waste?
2. How can we create something people will want to keep for a long time?
3. How can we make use of site features such as natural light?
(ONGOING PROJECT)
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Rhino + V-ray
Chann Rd.
Sathupradit Rd.
SITE
Site traffic study
Interior
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2 Sathupradit Rd. Sathorn Bangkok Thailand 10120
Ground floor plan N First floor plan Second floor plan 0 5m PLANS 16
INTERIOR
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Rhino + V-ray
EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC 18
TOTAL THEATRE BY THAMES BARRIER PARK
Total Theatre by the Thames, like Total Theatre by Walter Gropius, redefines the definition of a theatre. The theatre harvests light, wind, water, and sound from the site to create a one-of-a-kind programme. The space depicts dancers moving beneath the glass ceiling’s water reflection, dancing to the sounds of the river. The goal was to create something that empathises with the context in which it is built, preserving the surroundings while altering the theatre experience. After years of use, the structure becomes one with its surroundings as nature takes on the building.
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Tutors : Jen Wan + Joanne Chen
200 m 0 20406080 100120140160180 0 100 200m N SITE Thames
Park 21
Barrier
The building transforms and becomes one with the site. Creatures and plants start to inhabit the building as time passes.
The theatre harvests light, rain water, sounds and wind to use as part of the show. The elements set the stage for dancers to interact with the natural elements of the site.
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DESIGN
THE SOHO HINGE
What began as a local pub has evolved into a mixed purpose creative hub.
Upon an investigation of Soho’s vibrant atmosphere and its flourishing nightlife culture, I found myself deeply captivated by its irresistible charm. The remarkable ability of this area to unite individuals and cultivate innovative concepts makes it an ideal platform for designing something truly meaningful for the younger generation.
Soho Hinge’s programme began as a pub, and has progressively become a dynamic creative hub specifically tailored to foster ideas through a spirit of playfulness.
Moreover, the very process of design for this project reflects a playful mindset, as I deliberately deviated from conventional design approaches, embarking on a journey of exploration through a series of sketches and meticulous model-making iterations. This unconventional approach ultimately led me to discover the final space.
The architectural layout of the building incorporates flexible spaces meticulously designed to accommodate various daytime and nighttime programs. By offering versatile environments, Soho Hinge ensures that the diverse needs of its patrons are met with utmost care and precision.
Tutors : Dr. Shaun Murray + Daniel Wilkinson
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1 Ham Yard London W1D 7DT
Layers of the site inspires the design.
Mysterious allure of the site with a cryptic entrance influences the design.
SITE
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EXPLORATION
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Rhino + V-ray
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Rhino + V-ray
DETAIL 32
Hand drawings
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