Architectural Portfolio Simon McKenzie
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RESUME
EDUCATION
Honours Bachelor of Architectural Studies Co-op Program University of Waterloo, (2009-2014) Design Studio, Cultural History, Urbanism, Modernism, Building Science, Environmental Design, Acoustics, Structural Design
Rome Program University of Waterloo, (Sept-Dec 2013) Design Studio, Italian Urban History, Rome and Campagna, Development of Modern Italian Architecture
Fine Art - Anatomical Drawing Alberta College of Art and Design, (Oct-Nov 2014)
EMPLOYMENT
OMA New York City, USA Trainee Architect (January 2014-April 2014)
DIALOG Calgary, Canada Architectural Intern (January 2013-August 2013)
Coop Himmelb(l)au Vienna, Austria Trainee Architect (May 2012-Aug 2012)
3XN Copenhagen, Denmark Trainee Architect (September 2011-December 2011)
KGD India Bangalore, India Intern Design Architect (January 2011-April 2011)
DIALOG Calgary, Canada Architectural Intern (May 2010-August 2010)
GEC Architecture Calgary, Canada Architectural Intern (September 2008-August 2009)
VOLUNTEERING / LEADERSHIP
Ted Harrison Middle School Teaching Art and Design (June 2013)
University of Waterloo Teaching Assistant (January 2012-April 2012)
University of Waterloo Leader for 2010 Orientation Week
Storybook Theatre Set designing and painting (2008, 2009)
WEBSITE: www.simon-mckenzie-architecture.com
SKILLS
DIGITAL Rhino 3D modeling, Grasshopper, Sketch-Up, Vray, 3DS MAX, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, DreamWeaver, AfterEffects, Premiere)
TRADITIONAL Free Hand Sketching/Drawing, Hand Drafting, Painting, Sculpting, Model Making, Rendering, Visual and Oral Presentations, Various Woodworking Power Tools
RAPID PROTOTYPING Laser Cutting, CNC Routing, Milling, Rhino CAM, 3D Printing
AWARDS / ACHIEVEMENTS
Academic 2013-14 2011-12 2009-10 2008
Outstanding Design Scholarship - University of Waterloo Ian Stantiall Juror Award - American Society of Architectural Illustrators ‘Excellent’ Academic Standing achieved in all five undergraduate years Final Review Exhibition - Cambridge Gallery Art and Design Exhibition - University of Waterloo: Bridge Gallery Coop Student of the year - runner up - University of Waterloo Outstanding Design Scholarship - University of Waterloo Bergen International Wood Competition (honourable mention) SSEF Design Competition (honourable mention) Ontario Global Edge Scholarship Entrance Scholarship - University of Waterloo Alberta Rutherford Scholarship Winner - Academic Achievement Calgary Home Builders competition (1st place overall and scholarship) Calgary Home Builders competition (1st place in the highest category) Fluor outstanding industrial design student award Fluor excellence in art award and scholarship
Non-Academic Karate: Football: Kiwanis Festival:
ATTRIBUTES
5 yrs training – black belt achieved in spring 2008 Numerous gold medals in local/regional karate tournaments Silver in the Alberta Winter Games - karate (2006) Bronze at the Sato Cup - international karate tournament (2006) City Champions in 2006 (Jr. Football) 1st place in dramatic monologue 1st place in singing 2nd place in trumpet
Excellent design and graphic abilities - developed through an extensive visual arts background; Interpersonal skills with strong team work abilities; Leadership - displayed by teaching martial arts and fine art in a variety of children’s classes; Creative and innovative
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ACADEMIC WORK
DATE: 2009-2014
LOCATION: CAMBRIDGE, ON
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MOSS PARK
A MIXED-USE HUB FOR PERFORMING ARTS
FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: PHILIP BEESLEY
At the heart of this mixed-use building is a school for music. The design puts an emphasise on program flexibility. The main atrium (for example), can be used as a lunchroom, work area, performance space, or simply as a connection from one level to another. While the upper floors are reserved for the students, the building becomes increasingly public as you reach the ground floor. *This project received the 2012 Outstanding Design Award and Scholarship at the University of Waterloo
4th Floor ACADEMICS
Residential Green Space 3rd Floor ACADEMICS
2nd Floor PRACTICE
1st Floor PERFORM Non-parallel Views
Classrooms
Studio
Childcare
Gym
Library
Public Courtyard
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MOSS PARK
A MIXED-USE HUB FOR PERFORMING ARTS
FIELD: ACADEMIC
Sectional Perspective
Ground Floor Plan
Second Floor Plan
PROFESSOR: PHILIP BEESLEY
DATE: JAN/10 - APRIL/10
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TYPE: MIXED-USE
Located in downtown Toronto, this building integrates a school for music with retail, artist residence, a library, and an auditorium. A major consideration was site analysis. This looked at arts-related businesses in the community and their potential integration with the proposed mixed-use building. All of the private program was lifted off the ground. This enhanced transparency, connectivity and a sense of community on the ground level. *This project received the 2012 Outstanding Design Award and Scholarship at the University of Waterloo
An iterative approach was taken to develop program adjacency, overall aesthetic, and the relationship between the building and its site.
Typical Tower Plan
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PROTEUS MOVES A STUDY OF DURATIONAL SPACE
FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: DERECK REVINGTON
Interior Place of Repose
This studio explores the art of architecture imagined through space, time, and motion. Focusing in particular on philosophical concepts, technologies and practices within the spatial and temporal arts. The ambition is to explore new territories of the formal and material imagination. Drawing not only from architecture, but the temporal arts of poetry, music, and cinematography where durational space and an architecture of time is ever present. The studio begins with selecting a video of a moment of extreme weather. This project examines the crushing force of water, as it battles with the explosive buoyancy of a shattered iceberg.
Video Stills of Water & Ice Colliding
Closed Space inward reflection
Open Space outward expression
Circulation - between closed and open space
Diagrammatic Section
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DATE: SEPT/12 - DEC/12
TYPE: CULTURAL INSTITUTION
Circulatory Void
`For the material element to engage the whole soul, there must be a dual participation of desire and fear, a participation of good and evil, a peaceful participation of black and white’ -p.12, Water and Dreams Gaston Bachelard Exterior Maquette (Interior Maquettes Above)
A series of models were made as an experimentation of the selected material and its shape-shifting qualities. This developed an understanding of the movement and imagination of matter. With each successive model study, a greater sense of interiority was established. A cultural site was developed to house program that was investigated throughout the term.
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FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: DERECK REVINGTON
Durational Section - This was the term used to define an image that compresses various spaces, both interior and exterior into a single moment of time. The space shown in this drawing is a Palaestra; a building that originally existed in Greek culture as a facility for sport and meditation. In this Heterotopia, athletes would train while philosophers engaged in intellectual pursuits. This building embodies the sublime mutability of proteus. It is a facility for movement: a space to train, perform, and express the inner workings of the human condition. *This image won the 2014 Ian Stantiall Juror Award, from the American Society of Architectural Illustrators. It was showcased on the international stage at the 2014 ASAI Exhibition in Dallas, USA.
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DATE: SEPT/12 - DEC/12
TYPE: CULTURAL INSTITUTION
12 VOSS SPA
FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: ANDREW LEVIT
In Norway there is a rooted sense of place in the landscape, a visceral connection to material and nature. This rootedness is balanced with a perpetual curiosity and a continuous quest for innovation. This stride towards new ideas is different from the typical avantgarde approach where context and history are dismissed. It is a symbiotic relationship where the yearning for new ideas occurs through the lens of culture, history, and a profound connection to nature. This project explores a dialectic of the familiar and the unique; the traditional and the radical. East & West facades are minimized for a more efficient building orientation Parking (using “Cradle-to-Cradle certified permeable parking) Building is cladded in reclaimed wood Service spaces are bermed into hill to help regulate temperature
Prefabricated skylight modules allow diffused Northern light into Movement Studio and Library Windows on North side are minimized to reduce heat loss Spa oriented towards optimal view Solarium Facade angled to have South facing windows, allowing more direct solar gain
Algae Facade on South side: Produces bio-solar energy, shades the sun, consumes air toxins and filters water
By inverting the traditional Nordic gable, the building is at once familiar and unique
South Elevation
North Elevation
Architectonic forest: Columns support spa building and create a unique pathway experience that connects to the camp sites below
DATE: MAY/14 - AUG/14
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TYPE: LEISURE & HOSPITALITY
Structural Forest (underneath spa)
Library
SOLARIUM
Sections
Reception
TREATMENT RM.
PLUNGE POOL
Movement Studio
LIBRARY/SAUNA
TREATMENT RM.
TREATMENT RM.
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View from Below
Exploded Structural Model 1:100
FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: ANDREW LEVIT
DATE: MAY/14 - AUG/14
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View From Living Room
NAME: SIMON MCKENZIE
PART 7: BUILDING ENVELOPE
ENVELOPE DETAILS
SCHOOL: UWSA PART 7: BUILDING ENVELOPE
ENVELOPE DETAILS PREFAB SKYLIGHT MODULE VALLEY GUTTER COLLECTS RAINWATER AND DRAINS INTO ALGAE FACADE FOR GRAY-WATER FILTRATION
Library • Warm, dry air fills the space • Diffused northern light (direct southern light would damage books and create glare) • Algae facade filters light • Heated wood floor provides a relaxing place to sit and read • Book shelves are integrated into side walls and have sound-dampening acoustic properties DOUBLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT ALGAE SOLUTION (ENCASED IN 5mm POLYCARBONATE RESIN) 16 GAUGE CORTEN STEEL CORTEN FASTENERS, DRILL HOLE OVERSIZED TO ALLOW FOR EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF STEEL PRE-FAB WOOD FINS TO SUPPORT CORTEN MINERAL FIBRE THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN FINS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm SHEATHING ALGAE FACADE MECHANICAL SPACE 15mm CHERRY WOOD INTERIOR FINISH TRIPLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT 1500mm AIR SPACE TO MEDIATE INDOOR/ OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE, MECHANICALLY VENTED TO PREVENT CONDENSATION RECLAIMED WOOD CLADDING (WEATHERED GRAY) 20mm WOOD FURRING, SUPPORTED BY 22 GAUGE STEEL Z-GIRTS AIRSPACE BETWEEN FURRING STRIPS 150mm ROCKSILK SEMI-RIGID INSULATION AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm OSB SHEATHING 200/200 mm H.S.S WELDED STEEL MEMBER
TYPE: LEISURE & HOSPITALITY
DOUBLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT ALGAE SOLUTION (ENCASED IN 5mm POLYCARBONATE RESIN)
METAL FLASHING FROM PARAPET LAPPED WITH GUTTER FLASHING
WOOD SILL WITH DRIP EDGE
NAME: SIMON MCKENZIE
SCHOOL: UWSA
WOOD BLOCKING PROVIDES SMOOTH TRANSITION FOR ROOFING MEMBRANE
TREATED S.W. RAIL
METAL FLASHING, LAPPED BY A/V/W BARRIERS
VALLEY GUTTER (RAINWATER FILTERS THROUGH ALGAE FACADE)
WASTE-WATER & BIOMASS IN ALUMINUM HOUSING
19mm PLYWOOD BOARD NAILED TO FLASHING & SITTING ON 250mm STEEL CHANNEL
STEEL GRATING
TREATED TIMBER BATTEN
16 GAUGE CORTEN STEEL CORTEN FASTENERS, DRILL HOLES OVERSIZED TO ALLOW FOR EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF STEEL PRE-FAB WOOD FINS TO SUPPORT CORTEN MINERAL FIBRE THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN FINS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm SHEATHING 100/100mm STEEL SUBSTRUCTURE ALGAE FACADE MECHANICAL SPACE 15mm CHERRY WOOD INTERIOR FINISH
10mm WOOD FLOORING 100mm PRE-FABRICATED CONCRETE WITH INTEGRATED RADIANT FLOOR HEATING 100/100mm H.S.S. MEMBER SUPPORTING CONCRETE FLOOR
RECLAIMED WOOD CLADDING (WEATHERED GRAY) 20mm WOOD FURRING, SUPPORTED BY 22 GAUGE STEEL Z-GIRTS AIRSPACE BETWEEN FURRING STRIPS 190mm ROCKSILK SEMI-RIGID INSULATION AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm OSB SHEATHING 200/300 mm H.S.S WELDED STEEL MEMBER 15mm OSB SHEATHING SUPPLY AIR DIFFUSER
RECLAIMED WOOD CLADDING (WEATHERED GRAY) 20mm WOOD FURRING, SUPPORTED BY 22 GAUGE STEEL Z-GIRTS AIRSPACE BETWEEN FURRING STRIPS 190mm ROCKSILK SEMI-RIGID INSULATION AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER METAL BRACKET, LAPPED BY A/V/W BARRIERS, SUPPORTING PARAPET 15mm OSB SHEATHING 200/300 mm H.S.S WELDED STEEL MEMBER STEEL CHANNEL WITH DIAGONAL BRACING SUPPORTS ROOF GUTTER AND PREFABRICATED SKYLIGHT MODULE
PREFAB SKYLIGHT MODULE: 5mm POLYCARBONATE RESIN PHOTOVOLTAIC CELLS SOLAR THERMAL TUBES INCASED IN ALUMINUM SHELVES, SUPPORTED ON STEEL STUDS 400mm O.C. 100mm RIGID FOAM THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN STUDS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIERS 15mm GYPSUM BOARD LED TUBE CREATES DIFFUSED UPLIGHTING ON GYPSUM BOARD
50/100mm PREFABRICATED SKYLIGHT STRUCTURE LOCKS INTO ROOF ASSEMBLY 16 GAUGE CORTEN STEEL CORTEN FASTENERS, DRILL HOLES OVERSIZED TO ALLOW FOR EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF STEEL PRE-FAB WOOD FINS TO SUPPORT CORTEN MINERAL FIBRE THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN FINS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm SHEATHING ALGAE FACADE MECHANICAL SPACE 15mm CHERRY WOOD INTERIOR FINISH
METAL FLASHING, LAPPED BY A/V/W BARRIERS
SOLAR THERMAL TUBES FROM SKYLIGHT MODULE TRAVELS DOWN TO MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT RAINWATER COLLECTED FROM ROOF GUTTER IS TRANSFERRED TO ALGAE FACADE
1:5 DETAIL AT PARAPET AND PREFAB SKYLIGHT
Spa Building Section
1:5 DETAIL AT LOWER WINDOW SILL
Lower Window Sill Detail 104
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Parapet Detail
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TRIPLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT
VALLEY GUTTER COLLECTS RAINWATER AND DRAINS INTO ALGAE FACADE FOR GRAY-WATER FILTRATION METAL FLASHING, LAPPED BY A/V/W BARRIERS 19mm PLYWOOD BOARD NAILED TO FLASHING & SITTING ON 250mm STEEL CHANNEL MECHANICAL SPACE FOR SOLAR THERMAL TUBES, LED LIGHTS, & GRAYWATER FILTRATION SYSTEM 16 GAUGE CORTEN STEEL CORTEN FASTENERS, DRILL HOLES OVERSIZED TO ALLOW FOR EXPANSION AND CONTRACTION OF STEEL PRE-FAB WOOD FINS TO SUPPORT CORTEN MINERAL FIBRE THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN FINS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm SHEATHING ALGAE FACADE MECHANICAL SPACE (PHOTOSYNTHESIZED ALGAE PARTICLES HARVESTED AT TOP) 15mm CHERRY WOOD INTERIOR FINISH DOUBLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT ALGAE SOLUTION (ENCASED IN 5mm POLYCARBONATE RESIN)
RECLAIMED WOOD CLADDING (WEATHERED GRAY) 20mm WOOD FURRING, SUPPORTED BY 22 GAUGE STEEL Z-GIRTS AIRSPACE BETWEEN FURRING STRIPS 150mm ROCKSILK SEMI-RIGID INSULATION AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIER 15mm OSB SHEATHING 200/200 mm H.S.S STEEL MEMBER
Spa Wall Section
HEAT EXCHANGE FOR FLOOR HEATING SYSTEM (CONNECTED TO LIBRARY-CONTROLLED THERMOSTAT) SUPPLY AIR FEEDS LIBRARY ROOM AND VENTILATES LOWER AIR CAVITY TO PREVENT CONDENSATION IN SKYLIGHT
PREFAB SKYLIGHT MODULE: 5mm POLYCARBONATE RESIN PHOTOVOLTAIC CELLS SOLAR THERMAL TUBES INCASED IN ALUMINUM SHELVES, SUPPORTED ON STEEL STUDS 400mm O.C. 100mm RIGID FOAM THERMAL INSULATION BETWEEN STUDS AIR / VAPOUR / WATER BARRIERS 15mm GYPSUM BOARD
10mm WOOD FLOORING 100mm PRE-FABRICATED CONCRETE WITH INTEGRATED RADIANT FLOOR HEATING, SUPPORTED ON 100/100mm H.S.S. MEMBERS MECHANICAL AIRSPACE STEEL STUD SUBSTRUCTURE SUSPENDING OSB SHEATHING 100mm RIGID-FOAM INSULATION HYDRONIC TUBES HEAT WATER FOR LIBRARY FLOOR (CONNECTED TO A HEAT-EXCHANGE AND LIBRARY-CONTROLLED THERMOSTAT) 19mm WOOD PANELS RETURN AIR FOR SKYLIGHT CAVITY TRIPLE-GLAZED LOW E COATING WINDOW UNIT 1500mm AIR SPACE TO MEDIATE INDOOR/ OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE, MECHANICALLY VENTED TO PREVENT CONDENSATION
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FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: MARK CICHY
DRIVE
LOUNGE
ENTER
UNPACK Flexible epoxy solar energy cells RELIEVE
REST
DATE: APRIL/10 - AUG/10
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TYPE: TRANSPORTATION
The “Northern sled” inspires an entirely new species of nomadic living. The roof is composed of a heat-absorbing polycarbonate resin. As one lies down, the transparent ceiling provides a view to the stars above. This vessel attempts to break the boundary between humanity and the natural world. It allows the individual to dwell closer than ever before to the immense beauty of this hostile environment.
1. Skiis - made from recycled wood
2. Heated Floor - Solar Powered
3. Lighting - Energy Efficient
4. Compact Shelving
FLOOR COVER (TRANSFORMS INTO TENT POLES) FLOOR COVER (TRANSFORMS INTO TABLE)
MATTRESS
HEATING TUBES (SOLAR POWERED)
FLOOR SURFACE
ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHT
INSULATION
BATTERY FLOOR BOTTOM
Exploded Floor Diagram
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FIELD: ACADEMIC
A MUSEUM FOR THE ROMAN FORA
STUDIO PROFESSOR: PARTNER: MYLES MCCAULEY
This project explores a new Museum of the Fora as an opportunity for reclaiming civic space, and engaging the rich history of Rome. The museum program is placed on either side of the existing road and aligns to preexisting urban axes. This strategy simultaneously minimizes the physical presence of this program, while reinforcing the axial nature of the historic site. Inside, the museum houses artifacts of historic and ancient Rome. A temporary gallery provides the ability to showcase contemporary work.
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1 Galleries - History & Memory 2 Galleries - Nature & Topography Museum Gallery - Main floor
3 Galleries - Imago Homonus 4 Lobby Reception
5 Bookstore 6 Cafe
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DATE: APRIL/10 - AUG/10
PROFESSORS: LORENZO PIGNATTI & TRACEY EVE WINTON
TYPE: CULTURE
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Site Plan & Circulation Diagrams
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A MUSEUM FOR THE ROMAN FORA
FIELD: ACADEMIC
PROFESSOR: STUDIO PARTNER: MYLES MCCAULEY
The geometry of the building funnels pedestrians to a compressed point of gathering where Via dei Fori Imperial meets the Colosseum. At an urban level this creates a powerful threshold and dramatic sense of arrival. While creating striking geometries, this produces a building that is deeply responsive to its unique context.
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PROFESSORS: LORENZO PIGNATTI & TRACEY EVE WINTON
DATE: APRIL/10 - AUG/10
TYPE: CULTURAL
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PORTFOLIO: SIMON MCKENZIE
MOBILE: 403-889-7819
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