2022 - 2024
PORTFOLIO
ARCHITECTURE - URBAN PLANNING
01 PENTAGON ADAPTATION RESIDENTIAL REDESIGN· URBAN SCALE
02 FLOATING “PLANTS“ INDUSTRIAL · LARGE SCALE
03
04 FOOD INCUBATOR PUBLIC PROGRAM RECREATION · MEDIUM SCALE
ECO-TRANSIT ENCLAVE BUYOUT + TOD URBAN PLANNING
ATEMIS ZEYUN ZHANG
NYC
PENTAGON ADAPTATION
RESIDENTIAL
· URBAN SCALE
The Farragut House is a thirteen-to fourteen stories tower. As an affordable housing project, the initial flower-kind floor plan indicates the designer’s great concern about economic efficiency, meaning high density in this tower. On the contrary, space between towers in this community seems vague. What this studio project aims is to test MAT HOUSING SYSTEM on an urban morphology shaping as pentagon.
THE FARRAGUT HOUSE, BROOKLYN FALL 2022 STUDIO PROJECT
2-PERSON TEAM WORK
01
Close-up site Ground Floor
WHY PENTAGON ?
The original plan takes on the shape of five petals, and the use of irregular pentagons facilitates the expansion of new spaces, allowing for more flexible changes in the small sectors used for infill as well as more complex geometric spaces. This is also the formation of tectonic ground, a concept that utilizes artificially created terrain and buildings of the same shape to merge and enhance the human experience.
Massing Process Whole Site Plan
WHOLE SITE
CLOSE-UP (FOCAL) SITE
CLOSE-UP SITE
TWO HOUSE UNIT TYPES
We cut out one of the towers and the nearby mat houses to refine our design details, which indicates as Closeup Site. Each building unit of the mat house is made up of three or two family units, as my goal is to have as many different families as possible looking out for each other, and these single dwellings are at the same time laid out flat around Farragut in a parasitic-like relationship.
There are two types of house units with similar shapes, but each one has different apartment unit and space organization to fit in different user groups: the right (family type)caters to the people live with families; the left (hostel type)caters to the young adult like with their friends or strangers.
2nd Floor 2nd Floor 1st Floor Section 01 Section 01 Section 02 Section 02 1st Floor 3rd Floor 3rd Floor 4th Floor Ground Floor 7th Floor 4th Floor Type A + Type B + Type C = Family A: 3 Bedrooms B: 2 Bedrooms C: Studio Hostel Type
Unit Types
FLOATING “PLANT”
WASTE-ENERGY FACTORY · LARGE SCALE
The key to this project is the transformation of waste-to-energy, repurposing the brownfield along the coastline of Staten Island not only as an energy conversion center that generates electricity from the decomposition of waste, but also as a place of recreation for local residents. On the one hand, we hope to soften the staidness of the factory with a streamlined form; on the other hand, we turn the recreational area along the shoreline into stacked strips that evoke memories of the old wharf. A huge green space built with wood and greenery and a fully accessible roof garden make this factory building more interesting and sustainable.
STATEN ISLAND,NYC
SPRING 2023 STUDIO PROJECT
2 PEOPLE TEAM WORK
02
SITE PLAN N
Truck Drive Way
WHY THREE NODES?
How to balance the visitor’s mobility from traditional factory is the vital in this project: not to disturb normal working there and to stay away from the equipment that sorts and burns the garbage; and at the same time to immerse oneself in the fascination of the mechanical mega factory.
THREE NODES realizes the interspersing of the factory blocks and the excursion routes, while increasing the functionality and the interaction with the water: the Northern, as the main entrance, serves for the formal visits and studies, and is the most direct contact with the factory; the Southern (tail) is the largest, and serves for the recreational and fitness oriented swimming enthusiasts; and in the middle, the Boat Club, as a transition, hosts the tourists outside island, as well as the locals, and brightens up the waterside for the public activities.
Ferry Terminal
Barge Path
SOUTH NODE
MIDDLE NODE NORTH NODE
PIER INSPIRATION
Visiting Path
1/16" = 1'-0" EAST ELEVATION 1/16" = 1'-0" EAST ELEVATION 1/16" = 1'-0" SECTION B-B’
VISITING GALLERY (NORTH)
SWIMMING POOL
VISITING GALLERY (MIDDLE)
120.0'
1/16"
= 1'-0" EAST ELEVATION
LOW
EAST ELEVATION
OUTREACH + VISITING 1/16" = 1'-0"
120.0' 80.0' 58.0' 35.0' 14.0' ±0.0' -5.0' LONGITUDINAL SECTION (TOP) FACTORY AREA TEMPERTURE DIAGRAM HIGH PUBLIC DIAGRAM
1/16" = 1'-0" SECTION B-B’
1/16" = 1'-0" SECTION A-A’ 1/16" = 1'-0" SOUTH ELEVATION WALL SECTION DETAIL FACADE DIAGRAM GLASS CURTAIN WALL GLASS LOVOUR WOOD SLAT WALL FLOOOR PLANTS CULTIVATION WALL ROOF GARDEN Solar Radiation (Direct And Indirect) Range CLIMATE ASSESSMENT Temperature Range Solar Path Sun Shading Chart Psychrometric Chart Wind Monthly Precipitation (rainfall) Hourly Illumination 89°F below the world average. Hourly illumination daylit -12°F Site CLIMATE ASSESSMENT
FLOOR 4 STRUCTURE
FLOOR 2/3 STRUCTURE
ROOFGARDEN
WASTE-TO-ENERGY
RECYCLINGCENTER
ROOF STRUCTURE
GROUND NORTH FACADE EAST FACADE
BOAT HOUSE POOL
WEST FACADE
±0.00 ±0.00 ±0.00 ±0.00 17.00 -5.00 -5.00 -5.00 14.00 ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰ ⑱ ⑲ ⑳ ⑪ 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 35 29 1/32" = 1'-0" 2F FLOOR PLAN 1/32" = 1'-0" GROUND PLAN A‘ A B B’ 1/16" = 1'-0" SITE PLAN 1. RECEPTION 2. MACHENICAL 3. LOBBY 4. FACTORY OFFICE 5. FACTORY DRESSING ROOM 6. CAFE 7. TRASH DROP AND PICK AREA 8. PIT 9. RECYCLING MACHINES 10. WTE CHIMNEY 11. KITCHEN 12. BOATHOUSE DRESSING ROOM 13. DINING ROOM 14. BOAT HOUSE STORAGE 15. GATHERING AREA 16. JUICE BAR 20. YOGA STUDIO 18. GYM BATHROOM 19. RAQUETBALL COURT 20. GYM 21. YOGA BATHROOM 22. SKATE PLAZA 23. PARKING 24. LANDSCAPE PLATFORM 25. OUT DOOR BAR 26. SAUNA 27. STEAM ROOM 28. CHILDREN POOL 29. POOL 30. POOL BAR 31. POOL DRESSING ROOM 32. POOL RECEPTION 33. BUILDING RECEPTION 34. SEMI-OPEN GALLERY 35. ROADSHOW AREA 36. CLASSROOM
AXON DRAWING
FOOD INCUBATOR
RECREATION, MEDIUM SCALE
Concept: Food Incubator + Urban Culture Incubator
Food Incubator is an urban farming and food product center, featuring vertical farming, research offices, outreach factories, markets, and food court. Its two structures blend seamlessly: a modular box for efficient adaption of existing post office base and a fluid form for adaptability of new vision. This transformative design promotes community engagement, research, and sustainability. Vertical farming ensures year-round, locally sourced produce. Research offices drive innovation in food production and sustainability. The green roof provides environmental benefits. Food Incubator revolutionizes urban agriculture and food product development, fostering resilience, inclusivity, and a sustainable food ecosystem. Alongside urban farming, it celebrates Bronx culture through entertainment and cultural events. People will enjoy fresh food and fresh life at the same time.
BRONX, NYC
2024 STUDIO PROJECT
TWO PEOPLE TEAM WORK
03
Existing Food Delivery Network Existing Culture Network Potential Employees and Visitors
Conceptual Diagrams
N CHUNK RANGE A a 0 50100ft
Chunk Details
A CHUNK RENDER
0 50 100ft UP
ECO-TRANSIT ENCLAVE
BUYOUT AND TOD, URBAN PLANNING
The EcoTransit Enclave is an innovative proposal aimed at transforming a flood-threatened area into a sustainable Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). Focused on Main St in Flushing Downtown, a vibrant Asian community facing challenges of traffic congestion and annual flooding, the project addresses these issues with resilience and sustainability in mind.
The TOD concept is introduced, emphasizing compact, walkable, and mixed-use communities around highquality transit systems. The project envisions a future with improved transportation through the addition of a subway exit, underground pathways, and connections to a light rail and ferry terminal. Flood resilience is achieved through a combination of constructed wetlands, tectonic ground, and public spaces designed to absorb and delay water.
FLUSHING DOWNTOWN, NYC
2-PEOPLE TEAM PROJECT (2023 STUDIO)
04
Transit Hub A convenient, faster and safe way to travel HOW TOD Green and Blue infrastructure A resilient, sustainable, healthier community New Housing Typologies An affordable, multi-choose and creative living CONNECTION TRANSIT EVACUATE STOP ABSORB STORE DELAY DRAIN MIX-USE AFFORDABLE
The proposal involves adding a new subway exit for train 7, creating an underground walking path, and a raised walkway connecting light rail platforms by 2080. A ferry terminal linking subway and light rail enhances transit options and resilience against flooding. The overall vision ensures seamless connectivity for bikers and pedestrians amid College Point Blvd, underground paths, and the coastal waterfront.
Map *Data derives from NYC open data and Google Map
TARGET SITE
Transportation Map
Transit Hub -A convenient, faster and safe way to travel Underground On the ground Water Above ground R1: Master Plan R1: Master Plan Multi- Layer Rail Transite Network
A constructed wetland is designed to stop and delay the surge flooding, A tectonic ground, taking advantage of current topographic condition, allows to collect and store water from streets, and rainwater. Public lawns to absorb water on the streets, and install green roof + private patio to absorb rainwater
A A’ B B’ Coast Area High-Density Housing Surge Flooding Contiguous Flooding Contiguous Flooding 0’ 8’ 45’ 30’ 10’ Green and Blue infrastructure - A resilient, sustainable, healthier community
Tectonic Ground CLEAR DAY RAINNY DAY CLEAR DAY - UNTILIZE THE TERRAIN RAINNY DAY - NEW DRANAGE SYSTEM
Construction Wetland
*Data derives from NYC open date,2080 sea level A A’ B B’ SECTION CUT Flooding Area Map A A’ B B’ Coast Area High-Density Housing Surge Flooding Contiguous Flooding Contiguous Flooding 0’ 8’ 45’ 30’ 10’ TARGET SITE
The development includes Terrace Houses and Townhouses with various unit types, promoting community diversity and inclusivity. Short, medium, and long-term goals outline a phased approach, incorporating roadway improvements, public facilities, green transformations, and the adaptation to potential sea level rise by 2100. Through resilient infrastructure and sustainable mobility, the EcoTransit Enclave aims to enhance the well-being and connectedness of the community’s 21,000 residents, emphasizing a vision for a greener and more resilient future.
New Housing Type - An affordable, multi-choose and creative living Upper Floor (4th floor) Ground Floor New Housing Type - An affordable, multi-choose and creativeliving Upper Floor (4th floor) Ground Floor TOWN HOUSE TYPE 1 TOWN HOUSE TYPE 2
PHASE 1: TRANSPORTATION NETWORK + GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
PHASE 2: COMMUNITY NETWORK + SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE
PHASE 3: GREEN ROOF NETWORK +
INFRASTRUCTURE
Short Term 2040 Focus on policies that can be implemented quickly, such as temporary zoning overlays or initiating community engagement processes. Transportation Funding Green & Public Spaces STATE NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH
on more complex policies like land swaps, detailed zoning changes, or establishing publicprivate partnerships. Mid Term 2050 Transportation Funding Green & Public Spaces STATE NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH Focus onrealizing the complete TOD vision, ensuring that all policy frameworks are fully implemented and integrated. Transportation Green & Public NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH Long Term2100 Focus on realizing the complete TOD vision, ensuring that all policy frameworks are fully implemented and integrated. Transportation Funding Green & Public Spaces STATE NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH Long Term 2100 Focus onrealizing the complete TOD vision, ensuring that all policy frameworks are fully implemented and integrated.
ELEVATED
Work
Transportation Funding Green & Public Spaces STATE NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH Long Term2100 Short Term 2030 Focus on policies that can be implemented quickly, such as temporary zoning overlays or initiating community engagement processes.
PHASE 4: FLOODING SCENE + ELEVATED LIGHT RAIL
Transportation Funding Green & Public Spaces STATE NEIGHBORHOOD Zoning Changes BOROUGH