2024 Undergraduate Portfolio

PORTFOLIO UNDERGRADUATE 2024

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

SYDNEY LY

S Y D N E Y LY +1 (980) 205 - 1899

sly3@charlotte.edu (university) or sydneytranly@gmail.com (personal)

I’m a dedicated and curious undergraduate architecture student at UNC Charlotte with a passion of long-life learning. I thrive in engaging environments that values diversity, creativity, and collaboration. I’m an advocate for personal growth and community empowerment, eagering to make a broader impact on the community. My interests are deeply people-focused, striving to find solutions through design that enhance lives and empower communities. I’m very open-minded and looking to explore all practice areas. I’m currently seeking a position.

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Bachelor of Arts in Architecture | Minor in Urban Studies & Geography | 3.91 GPA Tokyo, Japan | Summer 2023 Rome, Italy | Expected Spring 2024

Expected Graduation Summer 2024

UNC Charlotte University College Advising | Resolved issues and inquiries promptly, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service.

Executed administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, managing reservations, and maintaining organized front desk operations.

2023 - Present

Perkins Eastman DPC | Collaborated closely with design professionals, providing invaluable assistance across all project phases, from schematics to construction administration.

Produced engaging graphical drawings and renderings for project-specific deliverables and award journals.

Developed innovative room layout options to strategically plan medical equipment placement in a university hospital, and ensuring strict adherence to ADA standards, ANSI, and BOMA. Configured views and sheets for VA clinics, coordinating with the exterior team to advance elevation drawings.

Assisted in calculating and sizing egress stairs for senior living and healthcare projects, conducting in-depth studies and implementing 3D design to ensure compliance with relevant codes.

2022 - 2023

UNCC Popp Martin Student Union | Fostered a collaborative environment by liaising with student organizations and campus groups to facilitate successful events at all scale and provided direct customer service and event support within the buildings.

Collaborated with Operation Assistants and Building Services in performing 100+ room setup for events.

Executed detailed building rounds and inspections to guarantee the seamless operation of the facility, proactively identifying and resolving mechanical issues and leaks promptly.

2020 - 2022

CLT Education Abroad Office | American Institute for Architecture Students | Office of Undergraduate Research, Architecture | MIDAS Magazine | Emerging Leaders | Vietnamese Student Association |

2023 - Present 2020-2022 2021-2022 2020-2021 2019-2020 2019-2020

Digital: Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhinoceros 3D, Affinity Programs, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Languages: English, Vietnamese Interests: Urban Planning, Transportation, Aviation, Community, Healthcare, Research, Management

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Dalton F. Halton International Scholarship Leonard J. Vogel Jr. Architecture Scholarship HDR Inc. Endowed Architecture Scholarship UNC Charlotte Chancellor’s and Dean’s List

2023 2023 2022-2023 2021-2022 2019-Present

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FIRST WARD

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RE.GEN

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DIVERGE

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YEAR 4 | RESIDENTIAL + HIGHER ED

YEAR 3 | FARMER’S MARKET + SOCIAL SERVICES

YEAR 3 | WILDLIFE + RESEARCH CENTER

THE SERPENTINE YEAR 3 | VERTICAL PAVILION

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SILENT REDEMPTION

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OTHER WORKS

YEAR 2 | CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

SMALL PROJECTS + PERSONAL WORK

FIRST WARD: REVITALIZING URBAN CORRIDOR / INSTRUCTOR: NICK AULT & MELANIE REDDRICK

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R E V I TA L I Z I N G U R B A N C O R R I D O R S NEXT GEN INTEGRATED LEARNING RESIDENCE | CHARLOTTE, NC This projects represents a strategic initiative to redefine the integration of student residences and educational spaces. This innovative concept envisions a seamless blend of living and learning environments with direct access to an evolving transit hub. Placing student residences in Uptown Charlotte strategically enhances the university’s urban presence, contributing to the city’s academic and economic vitality. This model transcends conventional boundaries, fostering an enriched, interconnected ecosystem that revitalizes the student experience by harmonizing living, learning, and transit elements. The targeted focus on student living and educational spaces aims to provide a professional and academically enriching environment, enhancing not only the direct access to the transit station but also create a connection to UNC Charlotte Main Campus.

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FIRST WARD: MASTER PLAN

This development plan aims to reconnect the community by establishing a vibrant and welcoming district for the First Ward Neighborhood. This plan focuses on developing green spaces, educational institutions, and public amenity areas that complement one another in order to foster better integration between the current residential sector and the larger First Ward neighborhood. Underutilized parking spaces and dead zones are remodeled as parks and gathering places for recreational activities, as well as a link between public and private regions.

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INTERACTIVE SPLASH PARK GREENWAY CENTRAL PARK GATEWAY RETAIL + RESIDENTAIL DISTRICT DUBOIS CAMPUS DISTRICT TRANSIT HUB

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FIRST WARD: REVITALIZING URBAN CORRIDOR / INSTRUCTOR: NICK AULT & MELANIE REDDRICK

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FIRST WARD: REVITALIZING URBAN CORRIDOR / INSTRUCTOR: NICK AULT & MELANIE REDDRICK

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FIRST WARD: REVITALIZING URBAN CORRIDOR / INSTRUCTOR: NICK AULT & MELANIE REDDRICK

FORUM

TOP OPEN GALLERY

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SOUTHWEST ELEVATION PERSPECTIVE

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RE.GEN: FARMER’S MARKET + RESOURCE CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: KUNIKO BUFFORD

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FA R M E R ’ S M A R KE T + R E S O U R CE CE N T E R A NEW BEGINNING | SEATTLE, WA

RE.GEN is a 45,000-square-foot social creative resource center symbolizing re-growth, seeks to transform a pier site into a vibrant gathering space for diverse users. The project aims to unite Ballard’s communities and support Seattle residents transitioning from homelessness, offering a fresh start.

Like a Farmer’s Market, it features permanent and temporary stalls for small businesses, providing financial consulting services and a diverse learning center. This convergence fosters educational advancement. The use of Mass Timber Construction establishes a warm, atmospheric connection to the existing site, encouraging casual and lively movement. Together, these elements cultivate a sense of community among those contributing to the structure’s vitality.

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BALLARD NEIGHBORHOOD

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SEATTLE Located on a pier in Ballard, northwest Seattle, the design is shaped by considerations of circulation, emphasizing access from the main street and directing attention to scenic views of the lake and islands. A crucial factor is the integration of existing pier columns into the building’s structure. These columns serve as a foundational element, informing the overall architectural composition. The concept prioritizes seamless movement and appreciation of the natural surroundings, creating a harmonious connection 16 between the site and the proposed building.

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HOMELESS SITE ANALYSIS

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# Of jobs increased

Population increased by 12%

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EXISTING PIER (PUBLIC SPACE)

This gap causes the prices of houses to go up

OPEN TERRACES FOR VIEWS

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# Of houses increased only by 8%

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PUNCH TERRACE FOR VIEWS

Housing prices increase by 52%

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Added 67,000 unites of rental housing that is not affordable.

FACADE BERGEN FISH MARKET

Removed more then 10,000 units of affordable rental housing

FACADE FACADE BERGEN FISH MARKET

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FARMER’S MARKET

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The incorporation of an open floor plan on the ground level profoundly influences the creation of an inviting spatial atmosphere. This design not only attracts existing residents to partake in shopping for produce but also encourages them to share the pier’s offerings and panoramic views with others. Positioned above, resource services provide direct accessibility for those in need, adding a layer of convenience to the overall experience.

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EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC Architecture Portfolio | Academic + Professional Work

ROOF PANELS

RAFTERS & PURLINS

COLUMN GRID

AUDITORIUM & CONSULTING OFFICES

CULINARY LEARNING SPACE & ADMIN OFFICES

MARKET HALL

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By elongating the concept, diverse spatial experiences unfold, enabling occupants to encounter various businesses and culminate their journey with a scenic view.

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RE.GEN: FARMER’S MARKET + RESOURCE CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: KUNIKO BUFFORD CROSS-SECTION 1/48” = 1’-0”

STRUCTURAL MODEL 1/16” SCALE

Atrium Center Panels

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Street View of the Entry

Terrace spaces opens up views

SYDNEY LY | UNDERGRADUATE PORTFOLIO WALL SECTION 1/8” = 1’-0”

SHOU SUGI BAN WOOD CLADDING PLYWOOD SHEATHING RIGID INSULATION NLT ROOF PANELS 2x_ PURLINS WITH STEEL ANGLE CONNECTOR PLATE GLULAM BEAM WITH STEEL ANGLE CONNECTOR PLATE GLULAM COLUMN ALUMINUM PERFORATED LOUVERS ATTACHED WITH STEEL CONNECTORS CUSTOMIZE STEEL PLATE CONNECTOR DOUBLE PANE GLASS HORIZONTAL BATTENS MULLION 2x6 HEADER 3-PLY CLT WALL PANEL (NON-STRUCTURAL)

5-PLY CLT FLOOR PANEL WITH ACOUSTIC MAT AND CONCRETE TOPPING

T-SHAPE STEEL PLATE CONNECTOR

WOOL MINERAL INSULATION SIBERIAN WOOD CLADDING

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CLOSE UP DETAIL 1/4” = 1’-0”

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DIVERGE: WILDLIFE + RESEARCH CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: DAVID HARRISON

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WI L D L I FE + R E S E A R CH CE N T E R UNVEILING THE LANDSCAPE | ASHEVILLE, NC

DIVERGE goes beyond a traditional public corridor, centering on a building intricately designed around the site’s optimal conditions.

The project prioritizes seamless integration with the natural surroundings, transforming the structure into a harmonious element that enhances the overall environmental quality.

Through thoughtful orientation, the building interacts synergistically with the landscape, creating a holistic and symbiotic relationship.

This approach not only fosters dynamic views from the main street to the French Broad River but also emphasizes sustainability and coexistence. DIVERGE stands as a liason between architecture and nature, enriching the environment and inviting a heightened appreciation for the fusion of built forms with the natural world.

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INTERIOR VIEW OF CAFE MARKET & SHOPS

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PROGRAM DIAGRAM This plan unveils a public corridor, featuring landscaping and a grand staircase, leading seamlessly to an open landscape and plaza—an inviting space for people to gather and enjoy the scenery. The primary elevations are purposefully designed to face the landscape, ensuring a commanding presence for viewers below.

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SYDNEY LY | UNDERGRADUATE PORTFOLIO Opening terrace spaces invite outdoor engagement, offering panoramic landscape views. Clestory windows introduce additional daylight and cross-ventilation into the building. A spacious open floor plan accommodates cafes and seating, with expansive curtain walls primarily oriented toward the landscape and French Broad River, ensuring an immersive connection with the scenic surroundings.

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DIVERGE: WILDLIFE + RESEARCH CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: DAVID HARRISON

SOUTH VIEW PERSPECTIVE

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PIXELATION THE SERPENTINE: A VERTICAL PAVILION / INSTRUCTOR: KUNIKO BUFFORD

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THE SERPENTINE A V E R T I C A L PAV I L I O N Celestial chords, timeless journey

The SERPENTINE Pavilion stand as a centralized vertical structure, strives for tranquility and peace by exploring innovative structural systems. The project investigates hybrid systems, focusing on curvilinear and surface elements. Surface textures, inspired by repetition and the pushpull effect, complement the curvilinear form.

This dynamic interplay creates a monumental moment within the pavilion. Unlike traditional shelters, the verticality adds a delicate touch, influencing the view and lighting. The structure harmoniously balances order and arithmetic, akin to a zither producing a calming atmosphere.

Beyond a mere pavilion, it becomes a space for interaction, gathering, and a profound sense of tranquility.

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REGULATION AGGREGATION

THE SERPENTINE: A VERTICAL PAVILION / INSTRUCTOR: KUNIKO BUFFORD

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1/8” = 1’-0” PHYSICAL MODEL

1/8” = 1’-0” PHYSICAL MODEL

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THE SERPENTINE: A VERTICAL PAVILION / INSTRUCTOR: KUNIKO BUFFORD

EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC

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SILENT REDEMPTION: BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: TREVOR HOLMES

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SILENT REDEMPTION BR O O KLY N A R T S CE N T E R Rekindling Roots, Reshaping Spaces | Charlotte, NC The Brooklyn Arts Center, a 20,000 sq. ft. urban infill project in Uptown Charlotte, is home to the Brooklyn Collective, fostering creativity and inclusivity. Housed in the historic Brooklyn Neighborhood with buildings that represent significant roles in Charlotte’s black community, it narrates the neighborhood’s story in regards to urban renewal. Driven by remembrance and redemption, this vertical architecture focuses on a programmatic framework. The ground floor introduces a gallery illustrating “roots” and history, ascending to a reflective space and culminating in a top-floor cafe for social interaction and learning. The facade symbolizes the old and healing processes. This immersive experience aims to educate, provoke thought, foster healing, and evolve positively, advocating for social justice and equality.

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SILENT REDEMPTION: BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER / INSTRUCTOR: TREVOR HOLMES

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R E-I M AG I N I N G BO U N DA R I E S WATERFRONT INTERACTION MERGING THE DIFFERENCES

RE-IMAGINING BOUNDARIES in Asheville, North Carolina, transforms a park by integrating public and private spaces. Initially exploring separation, the project evolved to blend the two through strategic landscaping, influenced by existing conditions like the waterfront and a public bus station. Designed with flood levels in mind, a research post near the bus station serves as a unique meeting point. Careful placement of vegetation ensures unity while maintaining privacy. Subtle landscape carvings on the greenway provide a distinct experience, and an elevated curvilinear pathway expands views and interaction opportunities, allowing public and private spaces to coexist harmoniously.

YEAR 3 UNDERGRAD | INSTRUCTOR: DAVID HARRISON

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Architecture Portfolio | Academic + Personal Work

PLAZA AT KANAGAWA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

TOKYO TOWER

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KADOKAWA CULTURAL MUSEUM

TOKYO INTERNA

SENDAI MEDIATHEQUE

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ATIONAL FORUM

SYDNEY LY | UNDERGRADUATE PORTFOLIO

HANEDA INT’L AIRPORT TERMINAL 3

HINJUKU RURIKOIN BYAKURENGEDO

21 21 DESIGN SIGHT MUSEUM

YOKOHAMA PASSENGER TERMINAL

SHIZUOKA BROADCAST CENTER

PH OTO D O C U M E N TAT I O NS SUMMER 2023 - JAPAN

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