Design Portfolio

patrick onyia

design portfolio

SHEELS PARK AND VISITOR CENTRE

Sheels Park and Visitor Centre aims to be a local ecological landmark which utilizes the landscape to enhance the lives of wildlife by the Tyne as well as human values. One of the primary goals of the project is to provide a sustainable source of employment for the local residents of North Shields. Additionally, the park and visitor centre through the means of exhibits and specially curated spaces aims to educate visitors not only on the ecology of the Tyne but also on the rich history of North Shields and ship repair yards like Smith’s Dock - the project site. Mediums of wildlife conservation such as Kittiwake towers, an Urban Meadow and Swift Bricks have been implemented to cater to the needs of the local wildlife by the Tyne.

Taking advantage of the large brownfield site, Sheels Park hosts a range of recreational spaces for the local community, building upon the disconnected public space by organising new spaces that leverage previous site footprints.

Strategic programming:

• Rain gardens and tree clusters provide intimate spaces within the vast site.

• The Playground, a hard landscape area comprising of a football pitch, basketball court, tennis court, and children’s play area, promotes social interactions and the creation of connections.

• A multi-purpose lawn comprising of a range of tree cluster densities can be used by the public for community events and activities.

• The entire park is accessible and welcomes visitors with disabilities.

Site Information

Site: Former Smith’s Dock site

Address: Ballast Hill Rd, North Shields, UK NE29 6BZ

Area footprint: 102,507m2

Key Space: Classroom

Re-wilding: Roosts and Meadows

In an effort to re-wild the post-industrial brownfield site as well as providing nesting areas for kittiwakes, the following elements will be added to the site:

Kittiwake tower: Designed to mimic the natural nesting sites of kittiwakes, these structures will provide easily accessible and undisturbed nesting sites for the birds. The metal pole structural system of these towers also reinforces the contemporary take on post-industrial architecture invoked by the building.

Urban meadow: This protected part of the park will grow wildflowers such as those identified, promoting cross pollination by bees and subsequently aiding the growth of the bee population.

Concept Diagram

Tugboat and Vessel - Shipbuilding in a Dry Dock

Key

1. Sheels Visitor Centre

2. Rear rain garden

3. Urban meadow

4. Bioswale

5. Mixed transit mode site access route

6. Parking provisions catering for staff, visitors, disabled and cycle parking. Also loading and unloading areas

7. Jetty

8. Playground

9. The Promenade

10. Public multi-purpose lawn

11. Kittiwake towers

12. Pedestrian-only zone

13. Storm-water retention pond

Site

SweetGum Parkway

Characterised by its long row of beautiful American Sweet Gum trees bordering either side of the road, SweetGum Parkway completely engulfs site visitors whether it be pedestrians or cyclists, creating a memorable journey into Sheels Park. A new and unique local landmark.

The Tunnel fulfils a multifunctional role, serving as a dynamic exhibition space while also serving as the main access corridor to the special/temporary exhibition area. Within this space, meticulously designed graphic wall displays take centre stage, offering compelling narratives on The Tyne, Smiths Dock, Clifford’s Fort, and the Fish Quay. The strategic use of a vibrant red colour palette, complemented by an elegantly integrated white LED strip lighting along the ceiling, contributes to the creation of a captivating and visually dramatic atmosphere. To augment the immersive experience, carefully curated audio recordings accompany the displayed information, providing visitors with an in-depth understanding and a profound connection to the exhibited content.

The Tunnel Exhibition

Reflection - ‘The Box’ Overlooking the park and across the River Tyne over into South Shields, The Box provides a moment of pause and reflection for visitors during their journey through the visitor centre. The floor to ceiling height curtain wall frames the entire park, as well as seemingly blurring the threshold between the park and the building, making them into one entity.

Flood Risk Management and Spatial Arrangement

Terrain slopes are strategically directed to either the rear rain garden, bioswale, stormwater retention pond or the Tyne river. Furthermore, the use of water permeable paving on the hard landscape ensures the controlled drainage of surface water runoff.

Making the most of the sloping nature of the site’s topography allows for the creation of the staggered terrain levels to create some of the spaces outlined in the programme. It also creates a more engaging and aesthetically pleasing public realm which complements the visitor centre.

Principal Elevation

Long Section AA

Site Section

1. Aluminium flashing

2. 12.5mm plywood board

3. Manthorpe Swift Brick

4. Wall ties

5. Masonry

6. Wall tie channel

7. 12mm Class A1 exterior grade sheathing board

8. 75mm Steico Special Dry Wood Fibre Insulation Sarking & Sheathing Board

9. 12.5mm fire rated Gypsum wallboard

10. 65mm Steico Special Dry Wood Fibre Insulation

11. Fully adhered roof membrane

12. Perimeter of roof insulation wrapped in air control membrane to block airflow from roof to parapet

13. 25mm OSB3 Deck board

14. 200mm Rockwool RWA45 insulation

15. Air control membrane

16. Metal deck

17. 50x50mm timber counter battens

18. UB Profile

19. Open web steel joist. Joist spacing: 3050mm, Joist span 10000mm

20. Wind membrane

21. 110mm Rockwool RWA45 insulation packed between individual steel channels

22. 122mm C section steel profile - Material and tolerances - Gauge to conform to BS 10143 - ‘special tolerances’, Material to conform to BS EN 10346

23. Proprietary Lintel & Cavity tray to brick external leaf

24. Stone mineral wool fillers

25. x2 12.5mm knauf gypsum wallboard

26. Rockwool RWA45 insulation packed around structural steel beam preventing thermal bridging and for additional fire protection

27. 75x220mm timber joists attached to beam through means of a top flange joist hanger

28. 45x45mm timber counter battens

29. x2 15mm gypsum board

30. Timber stud wall construction

31. Triple glazing

32. Lightweight vegetation

33. Growing medium

34. Drainage element, water reservoir and root barrier

35. Filter fleece

36. Retention trim

37. Smooth gravel edge channel min. 150mm

38. Waterproof membrane

39. 300 ASB249 Profile

40. 20mm edge insulation

41. 800x800mm Marmy grey marble effect polished porcelain floor tiles

42. 45mm lightweight screed

43. 75mm Kingspan GreenGuard GG300 XPS insulation

44. 5mm impact soundproofing

45. 200mm precast concrete deck

46. x2 15mm mineral tile suspended ceiling

47. Suspended ceiling hangers

48. Galvanised steel and glass balustrade

49. Parapet coping

50. 25mm Kingspan GreenGuard GG300 XPS insulation

51. Deflection head

52. Aluminium sill sheet

53. Insulated cavity closer

54. x2 12.5mm Knauf gypsum wallboard

55. Concrete strip and reinforced footing foundation

56. 25mm Edge insulation

57. 120mm XPS insulation

58. x2 100mm and 120mm Jackodur XPS foundation insulation 600mm x 1250mm

59. 300mm reinforced cast-in-site concrete slab

60. Permagard PermaSEAL Damp proofing membrane

61. Gutta dimpled membrane with filter fabric drainage mat and sliding film. The sliding film on the membrane effectively eliminates potential point load

62. 107mm lightweight levelling screed

63. 600x600mm square matte white ceramic floor tiles

64. Raised access floor support pedestals

65. 200mm FOAMGLAS slabs, laid with PC 58

66. Flooring panels

67. Herringbone parquet timber floor finish

68. Raised access floor cavity to house electrical cables and underfloor air distribution

Construction Section BB

Skills: Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Technical knowledge

THE MOTHERLAND PROJECT

The Motherland, situated in the heart of Newcastle Upon Tyne is a cultural hub for the appreciation of African-Caribbean heritage in the North-East. Through careful consideration of form and materiality, it is designed to draw on the heartstrings of people of Afro-Caribbean descent living in the diaspora - A home away from home. Furthermore, the Motherland through strategic design and programming, aids in promoting cultural integration between the different cultural communities living in the North East. By providing key spaces such as a Public Cafe, Auditorium, Performance Hall, Rehearsal Room and a Cooking Workshop space, members of the community, regardless of cultural background will be provided with the opportunity to make appropriate use of the required space, and in the process will also begin to learn more about African-Caribbean culture. Through all this, the Motherland project will successfully accomplish its agenda of Representation and Education of and on African-Caribbean culture.

Site Information

Site: Charlotte square

Address: 5 - 7 Cross Street, Newcastle upon tyne, UK NE1 4X3

Building footprint: 230m2

Principal Elevation

Site Strategy

Skills: Model Making, Critical thinking, Visualisation

Bioswales located within the courtyard space will help slow down the rate of surface water runoff on the existing hard landscape

Existing interior courtyard will be repurposed to create a more intimate semi-public space to be used primarily by users of the building but can also be accessed by the public

Pedestrianised section of cross street and the introduction of greenery/biodiversity in the form of a soft landscape will aid in the mitigation of the lack of biodiversity in the general site region

Hard landscape integrated with pedestrianised section of public realm

Alternative courtyard access via Fenkle Street from the North of the site

Front Elevation

Long Section

Cross Section

Exploded Axonometric Drawing

Skills:

Exploded Axonometric Drawing: Floor Plans and Circulation

1. External wall - Light steel infill wall with stofix brick-slip cladding on exterior

2. Double-skin facade - 'Corona panels'

3. Double-skin facade - Curtain wall system to required specs.

4. Structural framing - Steel framed construction

5. Floor - 125mm reinforced pre-stressed hollow core concrete slab

6. Accessible roof terrace

7. Roof - Low slope flat roof (warm)

Revit, AutoCAD

1:5 Detail: External Wall and Ground Floor Junction

1. 10mm ceramic tile flooring

2. Tile adhesive

3. 40mm lightweight screed

4. 100mm reinforced concrete slab, 15 MPA

5. Permagard PermaSEAL Damp proofing membrane

6. 220mm Jackodur XPS foundation insulation 600mm x 1250mm

7. Gutta Dimpled membrane with filter fabric drainage mat and sliding film. The sliding film on the membrane effectively eliminates potential point load

8. 200mm gravel drainage with reused bricks from demolished existing site construction (as discussed in sustainability criteria)

9. Membrane flashing covered with skirting board

10. x2 12.5mm Knauf Gypsum Wallboard

11. 203 x 203 x 46mm Universal column

12. Rockwool RWA45 insulation packed in to steel column for fire protection around the column and to prevent cold bridging in column junction

13. x2 12.5mm fire-rated Knauf Gypsum Wallboard for added fire protection around steel column

14. 25mm cavity

15. 20mm stofix brickslip cladding

16. Factory applied mortar

17. Fillet weld

18. Stainless steel flash washer M12

19. Site applied mortar

20. 25mm Stofix horizontal rail holds the brickslip panels attached to the light steel infill wall construction (see ground floor plan)

21. 160 x 160 x 10mm S275J0 C1 Base plate

22. 20mm Grouting

23. Steel anchor M12 x 250mm class 4.8

24. Concrete strip foundation

25. Light concrete curb fabrication to protected external foundation insulation

26. Kingspan GreenGuard GG300 XPS insulation around foundation

27. Concrete paving (external landscaping)

28. Compact sand drainage layer

29. Aggregate drainage from demolished existing brick construction on site

30. 300mm gravel filter

31. Drain pipe connected to sewer system

32. 710 x 300mm Reinforced cast-in-site concrete footing

1:5 Detail: External Wall to Roof Junction

1. Light infill steel wall construction

2. 5.5mm TEK screws (EU approved standard)

3. Dense mineral wool between primary steel beam and light steel channel

4. Eurosteel UB090 254X102X22 UB coated in intumescent fire coating

5. Rockwool RWA45 insulation packed around structural steel beam preventing thermal bridging and for fire protection

6. x2 12.5mm Knauf GypsumWallboard for added fire protection around structural steel beam

7. M12 steel bolt holding steel roof joist attached to primary beam

8. 65mm Steico Special Dry Wood Fibre Insulation

9. Mild steel end cap welded to end of structural parrallel flange steel roof joist

10. 200x75x23mm Rainham steel Parallel flange C Channel roof joist coated in intumescent fire coating at 3400mm centres

11. 45x45x3400mm horizontal counter battens at 400mm centres to be attached to steel joist

12. 15x1200x600mm suspended ceiling tiles (tiles do not cover sections occupied by steel joist which will be exposed)

13. Suspension rod bracket fixed to the side face of counter battens as shown at 1200mm centres. Use suspension rod angle bracket where fixing to the side of batten is not possible

14. Suspension rod

15. Suspension clip

16. 45mm Steico Special Dry Wood Fibre Insulation

17. 25mm OSB3 Deck board

18. 250mm Rockwool RWA45 insulation

19. Spray foam insulation

20. 15mm Plywood sheathing board

21. KEMPEROL 165 fleece membrane

22. 25mm 0SB3 board

23. PVC membrane

24. Over-framing for slope (minimum fall of 1:40 according to BS 6229 & BS 8217)

25. Drain

26. Parapet cap

27. 50x100mm timber parapet / Stucco stop-overhang wall by 15mm

28. Rim board per mfg instructions

29. Rockwool RWA45 insulation packing

30. 15mm Stucco over weather resistive barrier

31. Perforated 25mm structural plywood deck for downpipe

32. GI Corner bead

33. 65mm diameter anodised steel downpipe

Perspective section detailing Intergration of services

ECOSPHERE - A MUSEUM OF EXTINCT SPECIES

In a predominantly brick-heavy area like the Ouseburn, my design proposal for the Museum of Extinct Species - ECOSPHERE, seeks to take a bold approach to addressing the climate crisis through means of a controlled museum experience and use of sustainable construction materials, making for a low carbon building. Its out-of-place timber cladding, along with incorporated elements like living walls and green roofs, creates a structure in complete contrast to the buildings and structures that surround it. The reason behind this design decision is to reinforce the scientifically proven fact that our planet is dying due to the negative effects of global warming and serious action must be taken soon in order to effectively mitigate the environmental impact it poses. This design proposal is a representation of an action driven initiative to tackle climate change.

Site Information

Site: Back Maling Street

Address: Back Maling Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon tyne

Exterior Perspective

Atmospheric ambitions for key interior spaces

Long Section

Architectural Technology and Design

Year Abroad - VIA University College

The renovation project for Østerled 3 in Horsens, Denmark, involves enhancing the building’s infrastructure. Accessible via Østerled and Ostergaards Way, parking areas are conveniently located on the western side near the road. With a gross area of 1809.6m2 (1425 m2 excluding the basement), the building comprises eight types of apartments ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedroom, spanning 60m2 to 109m2. The primary structural design incorporates a façade load-bearing system responsible for supporting the roof, storey partitions, and adjacent walls. The facade and gables are being insulated to meet requirements. A truss system insulation and clay tiles constitute the cold roof. Upgrades to the storey partition ensure sound compliance, utilising HEB steel profile beams. Additionally, an elevator and a steel frame extension are being added to the building.

Site Information

Site: Østerled 3a - 3b

Address: Østerled 3a - 3b, Horsens, Denmark

Architectural

Front Elevation Hand Rendering

One Bedroom Apartment Interior Perspective Hand Rendering

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Urban/Regional Planning and Design

Year Abroad - Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton Downtown Redevelopment Plan

The redesign of the town (Boca Raton) centre mall, incorporating smart growth principles, walkability, and transit-oriented development, is a key component of the 10-year planning strategy for this study area. The accompanying illustration demonstrates the proposed Central Transit Interchange's location in relation to the revamped mall, the proposed Tri-Rail route/station, and Glades Road. The interchange has been strategically positioned to facilitate seamless bus access and egress from the central hub. Furthermore, the redevelopment plan entails a complete restructuring of the mall, prioritising pedestrian-friendly spaces and public green areas where shoppers can rest and unwind. In line with the transit-oriented approach, parking provisions have been significantly reduced, offering a smaller car park and structured parking. This shift aims to encourage public transit usage, as parking spaces will no longer be guaranteed.

Site Information

Site: Downtown Boca Raton

Address: Boca Raton, Florida, USA

Redevelopment Strategy

Masterplanning Strategy

Burke Lake-front Airport Retrofit Plan

Burke Lake-front Airport (BKL) in Cleveland, Ohio decommissioning and retrofit plan encompasses the following enhancements:

1. Establishing a new mixed-use development on the former airport land to optimize its utilization efficiently.

2. Creating a waterfront promenade encircling the new development, offering a pleasant walking path along the water's edge.

3. Incorporating expansive public green spaces between the water and the development, providing serene natural areas.

4. Ensuring convenient access to the new development from the downtown and nearby areas.

5. Establishing safe pedestrian connections between the new mixeduse development, downtown/near-downtown areas, and the stadium through a pedestrian-friendly environment.

6. Diverting the main road between the airport and downtown beneath the downtown area, supporting the implementation of point .

7. Transforming the main road between the new development and downtown into public green spaces and a green street, serving as a vital link connecting the downtown, near-downtown, new mixed-use development, and stadium areas.

8. Prioritizing public involvement in every phase of the retrofit plan, fostering community engagement and input.

Site Information

Site: Burke Lake-front Airport

Address: Burke Lake-front Airport, Cleveland, Ohio, USA