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stellar lau wen qi 2019 - 2022

Architecture is an art form that encompasses numerous complicated aspects which requires both creativity and technical skills to achieve I believe the actuality of architectural beauty lies in the process where we build our craft with our individual associated aspirations. In the end, it is the rigorous methodology and the internal struggle which makes architecture so personal and poetic.

A LOST CHILD SOUL | CHILDREN LEARNING CENTER Academic Project 3rd Year, Semester 6 | 03.2022 – 07.2022 Individual Work 1 KOLLAGE | COMMUNITY CENTRE Academic Project 3rd Year, Semester 5 | 08 2021 – 12 2022 Individual Work 6 MICRO-SMALL WORLD UNDER BIG ROOFS | WELL-BEING CENTRE Academic Project 2nd Year, Semester 4 | 03 2021 – 07 2021 Individual Work 11

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THE DANCING LADY | BAMBOO INSTALLATION Academic Project 1st Year, Semester 1 | 08 2019 – 09 2019 Group Work 15

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One of the biggest difference could be seen in the community of Chow Kit is the socioeconomical status The lower socioeconomic community – marginalized As a child of marginalized group, it is constant to be left out or ignored by the sight The child souls were lost within them due to fear, pain and shame caused by their past or current situation. These wounds may continue to affect their childhood if they were not healed.

To connect with the inner child, the urban room proposed to be a safe place where vulnerability could be expressed which creates a self-acting children community that will develop a tendency to prepare for the future possibilities.

A LOST CHILD SOUL CHILDREN LEARNING CENTRE A COLOURFUL EXPERIENCE THAT IGNITES CHILDLIKE WONDER Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur Academic Project 3rd Year, Semester 6 | 03.2022 – 07.2022 Individual Work Tutor - Ar. Edward Chew Chi Meng - 1 -

The programs curation began by identifying needs and desires of the targeted user groups

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“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” - Picasso

The interplay of light and glass on the building's facade creates a captivating chromatic sensation that elevates the overall aesthetic appeal, providing a satisfying vision. The fusion of color with architecture is to evoke a sensorial experience that rekindles a childlike sense of wonder.

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children classroom

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drop-off experiential lounge central courtyard amphitheatre cooking studio play space

The idea of Kollage is like a jigsaw puzzle. The puzzle pattern reflects the community; different colors and shapes represent the diversity of the users Typically, each function acts as an individual piece, has a portion of a picture in Klang; when assembled, they build up a complete centre that celebrates the rich tapestry of Klang

Located in the central part of South Klang, lies a site that sits between the Chinese Enclave and the Little India. With the Jalan Tengku Kelana overhead highway running adjacent to it, this strategic location has all the makings of a potential landmark waiting to be discovered.

KOLLAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE A JOURNEY OF CHANCE CONTACT Klang, Kuala Lumpur Academic Project 3rd Year, Semester 5 | 08.2021 – 12.2022 Individual Work Tutor - Ar. Patmaselvi Paramarajah - 6 -

Scattered contact points which decentralised chance contacts.

DESIGN STATEMENTS

Mutual enriching with cultural knowledge

DESIGN INTENTIONS

Lack of a common space for all age groups to linger

Dying old businesses result in the fading of cultural essence

Create new opportunities with chance contacts

Multifaceted programs to be adapted by the people of Klang

Bring in contact points where intersections create a third space

DESIGN RESPONSES

Apply stacked effect following the neighbouring building typologies

Create protruding spaces results in chance contacts

Carry on 5-foot walkway and sidewalk as they are the dominant circulation

Create continuity of roofline which demonstrates an ownership using

SITE ISSUES

Locate service space against parti wall to maximize expansion

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visual communication

SECTIONAL PERPECTIVE

STREET VIEW

5-foot walkway back lane main street art lane

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materiality

“Meeting, being present in the same space is the prime pre-requisite for contacts to develop spontaneously.”

- Jan Gehl

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artisan store library community kitchen lounge mural art wall

a “Micro-Small World

of daily life

the undulating roofs An array of programs

as an aerobic studio, a planting workshop and a community kitchen, establishes a communal space that promotes healthy lifestyle and caters to the needs of USJ2 residents. The ultimate aspiration of this well-being centre is to redefine the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces by embracing the nature and encouraging people to venture outside. MICRO-SMALL WORLD UNDER BIG ROOFS WELL-BEING CENTRE LIVING IN AN OPEN SHARED ENVIORNMENT Subang Jaya, Selangor Academic Project 2nd Year, Semester 4 | 03.2021 – 07.2021 Individual Work Tutor - Ar. Alina Choong Ching Yen - 11 -

Located at the centre of living, the site sits atop a hillock in USJ 2 park and is surrounded by residential buildings This unique location inspires the creation of

under Big Roofs”, where the rhythm

blends seamlessly with

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A double-sloped roof design was chosen, which beautifully mirrors the surrounding residential architecture This careful consideration not only adds to the visual appeal of the structure but also integrates it seamlessly into its environment.

DROP-OFF

PARKING AREAS

To ensure optimal safety, the public vehicular pathway is limited to the front of the building, while the drop-off and parking areas are strategically located for easy access and efficient circulation

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The open space design of the building, complemented by timber louvre facades, creates a natural ventilation system that promotes the free flow of fresh air

- 131 drop-off 2 reception area 3 community kitchen 4 eating area 5 plant shop 11 female locker room 12 male locker room 13 female public toilet 14 male public toilet 6 indoor workshop 7 outdoor workshop 8 storage 9 m&e room 10 aerobic studio 1. administration 3. communion 2 fitness 4 gardening 1 coffee lounge 2 eating area 3 greenhouse 4 terrace 5 aerobic studio 6 relaxation area GF 1F

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view from resting area view to central courtyard view to outdoor workshop view to terrace

Dancing Lady was inspired an imagery fan-like structure as the ‘wall’ for its enclosure. The structure takes advantage of human reflexes to mold the action of dance such as dipping, stepping, turning, etc. We worked with bamboo and tensile fabric to understand the nature of these materials and how they can be used in our design The outcome of this project is to establish a meaningful connection between the concepts of anthropometrics and ergonomics; the spatial and experiential qualities they informed