Selina Zheng - Landscape Architecture Portfolio

I am a third-generation designer who gives form to visions.

With both my grandparents and parents being in ar chitecture I begin learning the language of design at a young age with my grandma babysitting me with con struction drawings, and my mother chasing me with paintbrushes. This language of design in many ways become more literal when I moved to a new country.

Still learning the speech and culture, I start to under stand Canada through places and the way people in teract with it. I have since realized that art design is in ternational and connects people’s innate humanity.

I could understand the language but I could not give it form yet. Like any other language, you learn to read before you learn to write. I enrolled in NAIT for tech nical background and moved on to the University of Guelph for theoretical education, I am proud to follow my family’s pathway and give a voice to our expression.

2015-2017 2015

EDUCATION

University of Guelph, ON Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Graduated with Dean’s Honours

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, AB Landscape Architectural Technology Graduated with Honours

EMAD Art School, Beijing Hand-drawing Presentation

Harry Ainlay High School, AB Graduated with Honours

JOB EXPERIENCES

- Now

Van Der Zalm + associates inc Landscape Designer Triple Tree Nurseryland Landscape Designer

• Producing technical and conceptual drawings for com mercial, residential, park and special projects

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Adobe

Photoshop InDesign Illustrator

After Effect

Primer Pro Audition

AWARDS

AutoCAD SketchUp Office ArcGIS Lumion Rhino

CERTIFICATIONS

Autodesk Certified Professional: 3DS Max 2015

SKILLS

• Exceptional communication and networking skills The ability to work under pressure and multi-task

Successful working in a team environment, as well as independently

• The ability to follow instructions and deliver quality results

• Comfortable with both technical drawing and hand drawing perspectives within limited time frame

Science Park Design Contest

has been short listed by Alberta Park

ISL Engineering & Land Services - LAT Scholarship

Leo LecClerc Scholarship

• Producing detailed planting design for residential sites

Krawford Construction General Labourer

• Construction labourer on residential and commercial sites

UDE Design, Beijing Summer internship as Landscape Architectural Technologist

• Producing perspective drawings

• 3D walk-through videos using Lumion and video softwares

Turenscape, Beijing Summer internship as Landscape Architectural Technologist

• Producing site inventory and analysis

• Producing digital perspectives

Beijing Optimistic Environment Design Contest Level one design proposal award An easy to install drip irrigation system designed for Fences with recycled products

BANFF ANALYSIS

STREESCAPE DESIGN PERSONAL PROJECT

THE CAPSTONE PROJECT

CONNECTING HALVES OF A CITY AND HEARTS TO A PLACE

The North Saskatchewan River runs through the city of Edmonton as a major geological landmark for the locals. The unique opportunity with two parks on both sides of the river isn’t abundant. By reintroducing the accidental beach that was formed from the LRT construction, the park would become the corridor and essence in downtown Edmonton.

TRANSPORTATION

High Traffic Flow

Medium Traffic Flow

LRT

Bus Stops

LRT Stops

GREEN SPACE

100-YEAR FLOOD ZONE

Victoria Park

ZONING

Special Area Downtown Zone

Medium Density Residential Zone

River Valley Protection Zone

High Density Residential Zone

Alberta Legislature Building

University

Of Alberta

SITE CONSIDERATIONS

Predistrain bridge will be taken out to accommodate for the new LRT construction.

Flooding does occur in some years.

Great view into the river valley that is on both side of the river and prominent location in downtown.

Accidental Beach caused by construction that was wellloved by Edmontonians but was further on abandoned.

TOURIST ATTRACTION

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

Reconnect the relationship between the urban and natural spaces

Generate an urban park design that meets citizens outdoor and waterfront activity demand while respecting natural habitat

Explore alternatives for the pedestrian path across the river, possibilities of recreating a more suitable, safety ensured accidental beach

Emphasize tourist attraction sites, providing better waterfront experience

Forest Height Park Muttart Conservatory

Alberta Royal Museum Edmonton Funicular

City Hall

Victoria Park Chinatown Dawson Park

Legislature Building

Architectural

To adapt the great difference in elevation, the hiking trail is designed with a longer distance to even out the grade change.

The ORGANIC WAVY trail system is inspired by the flow of water in the North Saskatchewan River, meanwhile, is ACCESSIBLE for all individuals.

Mound Form

grass

Lighting Plaza

Naturalized Planting Flood Mitigation

WATERFRONT SHORELINE SECTION

Naturalized Planting Waterfront Plaza Waterfront Boardwalk

NATURALIZED PLANTING SUGGESTION

Raised Over-water Walk Waterfront Stairs Water Activities

WATERFRONT BOARDWALK SECTION

BANFF ANALYSIS

Regional Study

Graphical visualization of research and cartographic data for a project launch. The Banff Analysis project is taking a closer look at a tourist region while considering natural, ecological, and social components to respect the relationship between nature and human activity.

FORM FIGURE-GROUND

TREE CANOPY FIGURE-GROUND

FIRE HAZARD

Edmonton

Banff

Calgary

S

Strength

Banff Springs Hotels complements the natural scenery as its background. The hotel could also act like a tourist spot with significant historical value.

W Weakness

Wildlife has easy access to the urban context, the boundary between the town of Banff and the forest stopped really abruptly. Buffer zones could be used on the southeast side of the Banff Springs Hotel.

O Opportunities

Could potentially improve the public transit system to be more tourist friendly. A pedestrian bridge could be constructed on the downstream of the Bow Fall for a better scenery view.

T Threats

Great slope change could potentially increase chances for traffic accidents. Even though there is recommended roadside bike routes, during peak traffic hours, the cyclists’ safety is still at risk especially when crossing the bridge and after.

LAND USE MAP

SNOW MANAGEMENT MAP

TRAIL MAP

CB Banff Springs Hotel District

PB Banff Center District

PS Public Service District

PE Environmental Protection

PP Parkland District

RRF Residential District

1st Priority

Priority

Priority

Priority

Recommended Roadside Bike Routes

Multiple Use Trail

Pedestrian Only - No Bikes (Steps)

Parking Lots

Beaver

Sturgeon

Belmore Browne Residence

An American adventure and wildlife artist, arrived in Banff and purchased the single room log cabin located on this site. The original log structure has since been incorporated into the Elkhom Lodge.

Fish Hatchery Superintendent’s Residence

In 1913 the federal government established a fish hatchery to introduce non-native sport fish into the region”s lakes, and built his residence for the Hatchery’s Superintendent in a typical Prairie “four square” design.

Banff Springs Hotel National Historic Site

The Banff Springs Hotel first opened to visitors in 1886 as a modest wooden building, although an eleven-story tower was added in 1911 - 1914 by architect Walter S. Painter.

Walter S. Painter Residence

Leighton Artists Colony this building, constructed in 1913, was the home of a architect Walter S. Painter and originally located at 505 Buffalo St. Painter designed the 1914 additions to the Banff Springs Hotel, the Cave and Basin Bathing Pavilion, and the Painter Wing of the Chateau Lake Louise.

Banff Centre of Arts and Creativity

This facility was founded in 1933 by the University of Alberta Provides a large range of resources to support artist across all disciplines.

Bow Falls

A major multi-tiered waterfall on the Bow River Surrounded an interesting and dynamic riparian area. It provides a grand cascade of crystalline of mountain runoff.

On the side is one of Banff main street which gives excellent views of Cascade Mountain to the north side of the town. Although this main street is well suited and well designed for heavy pedestrian traffic, some improvements that can be implemented such as the addition of medians with adequate vegetation.

STREETSCAPE DESIGN

The Second Chinatown

Walk down the path of a neighborhood resurrection. The 102a Ave is the forgotten Chinatown in Edmonton. With the uniquely constructed Chinese gate at the entrance, the street has several shops and community hubs that are geared towards the Chinese population. The construction of Valley Line LRT in Edmonton gives the location a great opportunity for the city to rebrand the surrounding area off of a cultural center.

Finding and redesigning unpleasant space and repurposing them with unique cultural elements to improve the overall public space experience.

Preserve existing site

cultural elements, creating

LRT Valley Line Station

PERSONAL / WORK PROJECTS

At Work & At Home

This section showcase a collection of my work from both my personal and professional passion. Various crafting as a side hobby are always a peaceful time for me to have internal conservation with myself, assembling it with my thoughts and creative ideas in mind is satisfying. This mindset carries over to my professional approach, bringing new ideas to the table while keeping them realistic to construct is important.

PERSONAL HOBBY

Paper rolling art uses thin paper strips to create a 3D effect imagine. The shadow often reflects the paper color with a nice hue.

PAPER ROLLING ART

MINIATURE HOUSE

JEWELRY MAKING

Thérèse of Lisieux

CATHOLIC CEMETERY GARDEN DESIGN

St Thérèse Garden

St Thérèse is known as the Little Flower of Jesus. The design has incorporated flower symbols to reflect her mythic archetype as a pure and innocent devotee of Christ. With her statue as the centerpiece, surrounded by annual flowers at the foot of the base, the design creates an intimate space for people to visit their departed loved ones.

St Thérèse Statue

Niche Walls

Double Sided Bench

Existing Creek

Buffer

Planting Buffer

The affordable housing development locates on E Hasting Street in Vancouver. With limited spaces on the ground level, rooftop gardens serve a significant role in occupants’ experience. The concept allows all age groups to enjoy this space, including an outdoor dining area, lounge area, community garden, and a small playground. Taking the opportunity of the spectacular view of the Grouse Mountain to the north, a play feature is a custom designed to encourage children’s interaction and spark their creativity.

Bird House

Laser cut outlines of the Grouse Mountain in the background

Potential to have children draw ing over the panel to encourage in action and creativity

CONCEPT DESIGNS FOR ROOFTOP GARDEN

Sketch Panel

Sketch Panel Glass Railing Bird House Stepping Stones

Balancing Beam Rubber Surface Lounge Area

Urban Agriculature Dining AreaOutdoor Kitchen

The paving pattern mainly used triangles and angular forms to create a sense of motion for teenagers on campus. With slight color changes in the street corner and the crosswalk’s paving pattern, waves are formed to compliment the energy and enthusiasm of a younger generation audience.

STREET PAVING PATTERN STUDY (VDZ+A)

To enhance the character of the area, street paving patterns sets the stage for building and softscape to perform. The custom pattern also creates a visual alert for drivers to slow down at the intersection.

These patterns take inspiration from both the materials and language that are typical of suburban residential areas as well as the classic game of hopscotch. Sharp and clean formality as well as the crisp greytone color palette will give the design a dash of urbanism to meld the residential and campus feels.

The inspiration is a ribbon representing the flow of time, a more flowing and organic shape was substituted for a more angular optical illusion pattern The 3D angular illusion is meant both slow traffic at the intersection, as well as to meld with the busy layering and geometric cursive of the areas historic architectural silhouettes.

The red crosswalk squares represent the historic downtowns city blocks themselves, each block being its own historic monument in its own rite. As we approach the intersection corners, a dispersing gradient of paver colors, represents transition from past to future.

FOR AMUSEMENT PARK WITH SEASONAL INTEREST (UDE DESIGN)

Located in northern China, the site has the great opportunity to serve as an amusement park for all seasons. Providing spaces for holiday markets, tobogganing hills, and rids for all ages. The masterplans are rendered in both seasons to make sure all sites are being considered thoroughly.

In terms of landscape perspective drawings, I switching between different line weights, shading techniques and perspective angles helped me improve my rapid visualization skills that includes various landscape elements. Being able to demonstrate the general site relationship rapidly is what I am focusing on for now.