Architecture Portfolio - Shivani Patel

SHIVANI PATEL

shivani34999@gmail.com

+44 7854491196

HOUSE OF BONSAI

Library and Bonsai Garden

Meadow Lane Lock, Nottingham 2023

Course: Comprehensive Design Studio 3

Atelier: Phenomenology and Craftsmanship

Our health and wellness can be significantly influenced by the built environment. The traditional notions of gathering and community have been challenged by technology in the 21st century, hence communities require a focal point for gathering and to socialise away from technology. Connecting with nature is important in highly urbanised societies for adequate restoration of mental health and physical well-being.

The House of Bonsai is based on the ideas of growth and nature as keys to promote wellbeing. It is through the care, production and growth of bonsai trees that an individual can achieve a sense of intellectual and spiritual growth, contributing to their well-being. The crafting, cultivating and maintaining of bonsai trees will enhance the individuals experience of compassion, patience and creativity; as well as allowing the gardener to develop a particular set of skills that can enhance quality of life.

The House of Bonsai brings together a diverse community of people near Nottingham’s city centre. Along with providing opportunities for cross-generational activities, the library and bonsai workshop aims to enhance a sense of belonging.

The programme focuses on concepts derived from the principles of growth, spirituality, reflection, and movement, all of which aim to promote well-being. An individual can experience a sense of intellectual and spiritual growth through the crafting and cultivation of bonsai trees.

The pavilion was used to explore ideas for the House of Bonsai. Exploring materials to engage with peoples haptic and visual sensations. The proposal was to develop a thriving hub that would foster a feeling of tranquilly and community.

Growing Pavillion

The proposal makes use of double and triple height spaces. Throughout the building’s journey, there are glimpses of the glulam roof structure intended to alter the user’s perspective.

Facade Render

Sectional Model

Design Moves

Rendered Section

Atrium Bonsai Workshop

GNR Building to Botanical Oasis

Botanical Garden

Nottingham

2022

Course: Interdiciplinery Design Studies

Adaptive Re-Use

Repurposing Nottingham’s GNR Building into a captivating botanical garden. By preserving the building’s framework and infusing it with greenery, I aimed to create a serene oasis in the heart of the city. The schemes focus is on fostering biodiversity, providing gathering spaces, and promoting sustainable living practices, all while honoring the building’s heritage.

The objective was to contrast the utilisation of digital tools like Revit with analog methods, showcasing final drawings in analog format.

Existing Structure

Fineliner Hand Drawing Render - Ground Floor Plan

Watercolour Render - Internal View

Internal View of New Intervention

SITES OF HYBRIDITY

Masterplan and Hybrid Housing

St Phillips Marsh, Bristol

2022

Course: Comprehensive Design Studio 2

Atelier: Phenomenology and Craftsmanship

This project focuses on the rejuvenation of an area of Bristol, close to the famous Temple Meads station and on the periphery of some major development sites. St Philips Marsh has a long industrial history providing ‘blue collar’ jobs, but its location as an inner suburb of Bristol makes it a desirable target for ‘gentrification’.

The scheme aims to provide housing development that will support the local desire to maintain a robust local working economy in the area, with space for new sustainable light industries and affordable housing for workers.

The Masterplan makes use of some new streets as well as retaining existing ones to improve accessibility and activity in the neighbourhood. Having communal courtyards was highly significant for the public spaces.

On the ground floor the housing consists of a pottery studio with a open exhibition space.

Cafe

Pottery Studio

Hybrid Housing

Bedroom Flat Hybrid Housing

Bedroom Flat

Hybrid Housing

Bedroom Flat

Hybrid Housing Ground Floor Plan

Hybrid Housing First Floor Plan

CITY FACES MASTERCLASS

St Phillips Marsh, Bristol

Course: Comprehensive Design Studio 2 Model Making and Visualisation

Project focused on exploring the art and science of designing Façades in contemporary architecture.

This project provided me with an indepth understanding of facade design principles, material selection, sustainability considerations, and innovative approaches and exploration in shaping the identity and performance of buildings.

Goldsmiths Façade Nottingham [photo]

Goldsmiths Façade [render]

Segment of Façade Render

Physical Model

Physical Model

Physical Model

SHIVANI PATEL

PART 1 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT

@shivani-patel-24a77b19a ABOUT

+ 44 7854491196

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Shivani is a recent Architectural graduate with passion for Innovative design. Adept at combining artistic flair with technical proficiency, she brings a unique blend of creativity and practicality to every project. With commitment to sustainable and user-centric design.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Creative and innovative problem-solving skills Teamwork | Able to multi-task under pressure | Good presentation skills Good initiative  | Excellent communication skills | Good hand drawing skills Good graphic design skills | Excellent Model Making Skills

EDUCATION

BACHELORS OF ARCHITECTURE (HONS) 2020 - 2023

UAL LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION

DIPLOMA IN ART & DESIGN 2019 - 2020

A-LEVELS 2017- 2019

SECONDARY EDUCATION 2015 - 2017

WORK EXPERIENCE

RIBA MENTORING SCHEME

NOTTINGHAM, UK March 2023

WORK SHADOWING LONDON, UK June 2018

SHOP ASSISTANT & LINE COOK

LONDON, UK July 2019 – August 2022

CUSTOMER ASSISTANT

LONDON, UK March – June 2020

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY Overall: (2:1) Module: Phenomenology and Craftsmaship

RAVENSBOURNE UNIVERSITY (PASS)

THE COMPTON SIXTH FORM  Product Design, Business, Accounting

FRIERN BARNET SECONDARY SCHOOL  10 GCSE’s A-C

YMD BOON

Project: Grains Building Visited Site under the direction of a mentor and learn about structural considerations and the integration of design concepts with practical implementation.

HAWORTH TOMPKINS Project: Dovecote Studio I was immersed in site visits and a client meetings. Took part in a hands-on learning opportunity by being tasked with adapting an existing architectural project as part of a mock design exercise.

FALAFEL BAR

Provided high quality customer service. Versatile with in store customer interactions and online orders whilst preparing food to a high standard. Able to manage the store independently as well as working within a team during busier times.

TESCO LTD

Working in an ever-changing environment; during COVID-19. Providing excellent customer service and a safe experience for customers during difficult times.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

STUDENT TEACHING ASSISTANT

LONDON, UK

Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

HOBBIES SKILLS

BRITISH DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION

Led diverse student instruction using analytical techniques like multi-sensory Learning, phonological awareness and data driven approaches, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and adaptability

Sketchup Enscape

Microsoft Office Vray

Sports (Football), Fundraising, Gym, Travelling LANGUAGES Fluent in English and Gujarati

Shivani34999@gmail.com

@shivani-patel-24a77b19a _sp_arch