Vanness Tan Portfolio (February 2024 Updated)

VANNESS TAN YU YING Architecture & Design Portfolio Selected Works: 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024

VANNESS TAN YU YING

Student Pursuing Diploma in Architecture

ABOUT ME: Hello! I am a student in Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a strong passion for Digital Art & UI UX Design. I thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with strong multitasking, organizational and problem solving abilities

Based in Singapore Near the West S10223270@connect.np.edu.sg https://issuu.com/vannesstan

EMPLOYMENT LEAPTHOUGHT Singapore Sep 2023 - Nov 2023

UI / UX Product Assistant Establish and maintain documentation pertaining to user journeys, workflows and computational logic.

Make clear requirements and map out customer journey paths / Worked on user journey analysis from clients & stakeholders.

ETC.LAB Singapore Feb 2023 - May 2023

Junior Designer

REDMART & SHOPEE Singapore Mar 2022 - Apr 2022

Part-Time Employee

SOON HENG TAXI Singapore Dec 2020 - Jan 2021

Part-Time Employee

Help deliver on design projects such as graphic illustrations, 3D renderings, technical drawings and presentations.

Collaborate with senior designer and design team to produce the final product. • Use the best design methods, applications, software and techniques to work on the project. • Create drafts, digital and physical models for review.

GPA: 3.90 L1R4: 6 SKILLS: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP SKETCHUP REVIT

Handling, checking, receiving, picking, packing and storing of all incoming stocks in a frozen room environment.

Checking and inspecting goods received and ensuring they are of accurate quantity, type, and also acceptable quality.

Pre-packing and labelling activities will be required when needed.

Ensure inventory items are well-organized, properly stored, handled, and distributed.

RHINO AUTOCAD SONY VEGAS PRO ILLUSTRATOR

EDUCATION: (2021 - 2024) NGEE ANN POLYTECHNIC (2017 - 2020) COMMONWEALTH SECONDARY (2011 - 2016) QIFA PRIMARY SCHOOL

VOLUNTEERING WATERWAYS CLEAN UP Singapore Aug 2023

Student Leader

THE SALVATION ARMY Singapore Jan 2023

General Volunteer

RIVER HONGBAO HEARTWARE Singapore Jan 2022 - Feb 2022

General Volunteer

Involved in a meaningful litter-picking activity while discovering the impacts of litter on the waters and wildlife. Organized the event & managed a team of students.

Reached out to latchkey youths by imparting valuable life skills & providing counselling for troubled youths.

Interact with the Spectators and Visitors to the Event.

Assistance in Ushering, Crowd Control & Logistics.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Based in Singapore Near the West YOUNG ARCHITECTS LEAGUE Singapore Aug 2023 PUB COMPETITION Singapore May 2023 ETC LAB Singapore Feb 2023 - Apr 2023

SIA-YAL Inter-IHL Young Architects Meet Represented Ngee Ann Polytechnic at Archifest 2023 to Share about my Final Year Presentation Project.

Top 5 Finalist for PUB “ Living With The Rising Seas Competition ” Design Ideas Competition Done as a Group Project.

NP60 Green Campus Trail Develop the AR experience for the Green Campus Trail (Graphic Design).

NGEE ANN POLY Singapore Jan 2023

Poster Design for School Lift

DAIKIN & MEDIACORP Singapore May 2022

Design a Green Tee Contest

NGEE ANN POLY Singapore Apr 2022 / 2023

Open House (2022) / Freshmen Orientation Programme (2023) / DE Graduation Showcase (2024)

Provide Feedback on Upcoming Projects for the School & Designed Lift Posters.

Finalist & Attained Top 20 in Singapore.

Interact with the Visitors to the Event, Introduced them to the Various Amenities & Hosted Freshmen Games.

ACHIEVEMENTS NGEE ANN POLY Singapore 2021 - 2024

Director’s List for Excellent Academic Performance (6 in Total) Attained for Level 1.1 (2021) Level 1.2 (2021) | Level 2.1 (2022) | Level 2.2 (2023) | Level 3.1 (2023) Third Most Outstanding Performance in Level 1.2 (2021) Third Most Outstanding Performance in Level 2.1 (2022) First Most Outstanding Performance in Level 2.2 (2022) Second Most Outstanding Performance in Level 3.1 (2023) First in Cohort for Computer Aided Design in Level Level 1.1 (2021) First in Cohort for Architecture Materials And Technology in Level 2.1 (2022) First in Cohort for Design Studio in Level 2.2 (2023) First in Cohort for Building & Environmental System in Level 2.2 (2023) First in Cohort for Design Studio in Level 3.1 in Level 3.1 (2023) First in Cohort for Architectural Practice in Level 3.1 (2023)

POLYTECHNIC, SECONDARY, PRIMARY Singapore 2011 - 2024

Distinction in Design Communication in Level 1.2 (2022) Edusave Merit Bursary Award - Top 25% (2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2017, 2016)

S10223270@connect.np.edu.sg https://issuu.com/vannesstan

CONTENTS Welcome to my Architecture Portfolio. It contains a collection of some of my academic and non academic works in architecture, digital art and design.

From conceptual sketches to intricate digital renderings, every piece embodies a distinct means of representation, inviting you on a journey that celebrates the diverse facets of architectural expression.

Selected Works 2021 - 2024

Brief Introduction

PROJECTS Table of Contents

2024 / Architecture.

| Tapestry Heights

6

2023 / Design.

| Chain of Evolution

16

2022 / Architecture.

| Greenery Grounds

20

2021 / Architecture.

| Triangular Caravans

24

2021 / Model Making.

| Biomimicry

28

ALL / Architecture.

| Architecture Renders

32

ALL / Digital Art.

| Art / Works Collection

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01.

TAPESTRY HEIGHTS Year: 3 Semester: 2 Target Location: Tanjong Pagar Green Park Type of Project: Final Year Project The project entails urban studies for Everton Park Planning Subzone, surrounded by Bukit Merah Planning Area while imminence to the vital juncture of the future Singapore Greater Southern Waterfront.

This region will be the Gateway to Future Live, Work & Play, that is close proximity to conservation and historical gems.

07 Target Location:

Contextual Issue:

CHINATOWN

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Prominent CBD & Chinatown area which receives large foot traffic

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Despite them in close proximity, there seems to be a segregation between them. (Business Hub CBD & Culturally Significant Shophouses)

SOLUTION:

CBD

Opportunity to integrate both areas for an exchange of culture & knowledge, so as to create a cultural centre that features distinct elements from both sides

Integration Design & Green Strategies:

Contextual Diagrams: active frontage shophouse

2.

1.

3.

active

4. c

intimate

ion

lat

u irc

pull in

blank frontage hotel

Block of Massing Regularity from CBD

Five-Foot Way from Chinatown

Visual Connection

Desired lines & Gate Count

Stepped Architecture for Site Context

Conceptual Diagrams: 5.

Spatial Hierarchy

Frontage Mapping

voids across levels

Voids for Visual Connection

6.

visual connection across levels

Enhanced Intimacy & Visual Connection

7.

different layer of transparency

Layered Transparency for Dynamic Design

8.

hotel

connectivity

Connectivity

08 1st Storey Plan: Circulation

2nd Storey Plan: Connectivity

COMMERCIAL

2ND LEVEL OF COMMERCIAL

F&B

3rd Storey Plan: Connectivity

SKYLIGHT

BRIDGES SKYLIGHT

SPILL OVER SPACE

BICYCLE PARKING

SKYLIGHT

STAIRS 1

STAIRS 2

POP-UP / EXHIBITIONS

GARDEN

Spatial Diversity

Regularity & Modularity

GARDEN

GARDEN

Visual Connection

Change in Material

MULTIPURPOSE HALL

SOCIAL SPACE

F&B

GARDEN

SOCIAL SPACE

GARDEN

M&E

SKYLIGHT VOID

GARDEN

TOILET RECEP -TION

SKYLIGHT

VOID

F&B DROP OFF / SERVICE

CENTRAL ATRIUM

4th Storey Plan: Flexibility

09 5th Storey Plan: Visual Connectivity

6th Storey Plan: Balance

7th Storey Plan: Intimacy

8th Storey Plan: Intimacy

SKYLIGHT VOID SKYLIGHT

GARDEN

SKYLIGHT

PRIVATE & OPEN

VOID

OPEN NETWORK SPACE

PRIVATE NETWORK SPACE

GREEN ROOF

VOID ENCLOSED THROUGH BLANK WALLS & LOUVRES STAIRS 2

Extensive Greenery Vertical Garden Connection with Nature Green Terracing

Sectional Perspective

Section Cut

A. Green Design Feature B. Multipurpose Hall C. Vertical Garden D. Open Atrium E. Green Terracing & Roof

E

A

B

C

D

Chosen Green Detail 1. GREEN ROOF Soil growing medium (300mm) Irrigation Drainage layer & filter Root barrier Damp proof membrane (1mm) Cast-in-situ reinforced concrete slab (200mm)

1

2

2.1

2. FALSE CEILING Suspension ceiling cross tee (5mm) Steel anchor steel wire Concrete false ceiling 2.1. L-bracket bolted to beam 3. FLOORING Polished concrete finish (20mm) Cement screed (50mm) Cast-in-situ reinforced concrete slab (200mm) 4. GREEN ROOF Soil growing medium (200mm) Irrigation Drainage layer & filter Root barrier Damp proof membrane Reinforce concrete slab (200mm) 5. PLANTERS Soil growing medium (200mm) Geotextile filter Water drainage layer Planter box Reinforced concrete slab

3 4 5

2 DETAIL SHOWN: GREEN ROOF & PLANTERS

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CHAIN OF 02.

EVOLUTION Year: 3 Semester: 1 Target Location: Keppel & Tanjong Pagar Terminal Type of Project: PUB Living With The Rising Seas Competition The impact of climate change is experienced throughout the whole and Singapore being an Island nation with low lying levels, the threat of rising sea level is very real and imminent. Hence it is important to plan ahead and reimagine our coastline, so we can keep our shores and our people safe.

More than just looking for a solution, this project seeks to challenge the students to think out of the box to make living with the rising sea levels an opportunity for something sustainable, liveable and enjoyable.

17 Target Location:

Design Strategies:

Challenge Statement: -

How might we leverage on the site’s pros and cons to create a resilient solution to embrace and live with sea level rise?

A new way of designing a waterfront city where evolution of spaces occurs, with the eventual outcome of a chained floating city

Opportunities & Concept: Historical & Cultural Significance Capitalise on strong historical aspects

History & Culture

Hot Spots Around The Site Sandwiched by Vivocity & Sentosa Hot Spots

Unique Seafront Experience Site has direct linkage to the sea

Seafront

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GREENERY 03.

GROUNDS Year: 2 Semester: 2 Target Location: Jalan Besar Type of Project: Final Year Project This project involves proposing a unique prefabricated housing systems in response to unmet housing needs, changing shifts in demographics and migration, societal and climate change, technological disruptions and health crisis

Tackling ageing population and utilising the idea of intergenerational experience to enhance the understanding between the young and old. Incorporating nature & flexible function spaces within each floor to create opportunities for bonding

21 Challenge Statement: -

Young Couple PPVC Unit (63 sqm)

How might we create a sense of security & inclusivity for the ageing population so that the elderly are able to have a quality life without being held back by their emotional & mental well-being?

Opportunities & Concept: Intergenerational Experience Invigorate & energize older adults Incorporate Nature Enhances feelings of attachment & provide opportunities to socialize Cater to Young Couples Cater to declining birth rates which is contributing to the ageing population

Primary: Elderly | Secondary: Young Couple Singapore has one of the most rapidly ageing populations in the world. Estimated in 2030, 1 in 4 people will be aged over 65 years old.

Increasing number of seniors may find it difficult to continue working or live by themselves due to health issues & physical decline

Jalan Besar Is Ideal to Cater to the Elderly -

Nature

Young Couples

Less Indoors, More Outdoors - Integrate Housing With nature

Elderly PPVC Unit (72 sqm)

Users

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Generational Experience

Rich in culture, facilities, amenities, and already has a large number of elderly living there.

22

Storey Technical Plan Type 1

Storey Technical Plan Type 3

Storey Technical Plan Type 2

Roof Plan

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TRIANGULAR 04.

CARAVANS Year: 1 Semester: 2 Target Location: Green Park At Queen Elizabeth & Lim Bo Seng Memorial Type of Project: Final Year Project Tasked to design a dwelling unit along the Singapore River.

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Understand the client’s/user’s needs through research methods and translate them to spatial requirements and programs

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Understand that a site has physical characteristics as well as invisible qualities, in particular the environmental aspects, and translate them to site responses

25 Users:

Site Analysis & Concept Planning

Male: (41) Works as a vet and loves animals Likes nature, camping and reading Female: (38) Works as a geography teacher in a secondary school Likes travelling around the world

Require a Place that is…

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Easily accessible to nature Safe for both of them and their cats Inclusive of their cats Opened and cozy at the same time

Shading

Unit Planning

Iterations

Iterations

Treehouse with Central

Mix of Treehouse & Ground Units

Plus Programme & Analysis: Programme - Cats Some Considerations…

Cat house & tree Behavior & temperament Cat inclusive House

Persona likes camping & nature Home is opened up to surroundings Picnic opportunities & walkways Loves reading & is a geography teacher Have a room that acts as a library Use of material & lighting Bringing nature into houses Make use of natural lighting Natural wood & material usage

26 Process Sketches

Standard Module Process

Interior Planning

Study, Sleep & Rest

Cooking & Dining

Bathroom

Living & Cats

Customizable Variations No. of Windows, Openings, etc.

Transformative Houses Stackable, opened up to surroundings, etc.

Customizable Windows Transparency, Material, functionality

How it Looks in Site Bathroom Dining & kitchen Study, Sleep & Rest Area Living & Cats Area

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BIOMIMICRY 05.

Year: 1 Semester: 2 Type of Project: Semester Individual Project Research an organism and extract certain shapes or patterns from it to form a system Propose a structure that retains elements from the original organism and provide a purpose / use for it

29 Research Subject: (Mushroom)

Systems Formed from Geometry Studies Mushroom Close Up

Observation & Thoughts Structure is comprised of mainly interlocking branches

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Other than its interconnected branches, there are no other distinct patterns

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Number of connected joints seems to be increasing or decreasing depending on direction

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Contains deep “ holes “ in between branches

Geometry Studies:

Module 1

Analysis Since the branches in the yellow circle seems to be converging/diverging at a central point, I decided to base my module on that concept.

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Module is made through observing the sharp “holes / bumps“ and zigzagging pattern contained within the blue circle.

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I noticed the diamond-looking like shape in the red circle and decided to further develop it into the first design on the left. After playing around with it, I morphed it into a unique pattern on the right.

System 1

System 2

Module 2

Module 2

30 Primary Materials: (For the main model)

Vanguard Sheet

Pros: -

Cons: -

Able to bend and fold into the module I am building.

Comes with a variety of texture/thickness.

When folding it causes a “noticeable” crease around the area folded.

Secondary Materials: (For detailing)

Translucent Metal Sheet

Pros: Cons: -

Felt

Pros: -

Cons: -

Can be placed on top of the main model material to add a “shine”.

Creates a very nice translucent effect.

Hard to cut it in small pieces and it is a bit sharp on the edges.

Can be placed on the seats I am planning to incorporate into my model to create this cloudy/wool-like appearance.

Overusing it might divert too much attention away from the main model and instead onto the seats.

REST

Having the design built in a very irregular and sheltered manner, the structure could be used as a shade with people standing under the small pockets of shelter provided

PLAY

It is a structure that I hope would pique the interests of passersby, to interact with the structure by either walking up to take a look or taking a photo of it.

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ARCHITECTURE 06.

RENDERS Year: 1 - 3 Type: Project Affiliated Collection of PERSONAL Renders done over the years

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AUG 2023 First Draft of Final Year Presentation Project

Second Draft of Final Year Presentation Project

JAN 2024

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JAN 2024 Second Draft of Final Year Presentation Project

Final Draft of Final Year Presentation Project

FEB 2024

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ART / WORKS 07.

COLLECTION Year: 1 - 3 Type: In Private / Project Affiliated Collection of PERSONAL Sketches / Art done over the years

Graphic Series - 2023

etc.lab

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etc.lab

Graphic Series - 2023

Graphic Series - 2023

etc.lab

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etc.lab

Graphic Series - 2023

Graphic Series - 2023

etc.lab

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Lift Poster

Graphic Series - 2022

Graphic Series - 2022

Lift Poster

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VANNESS TAN YU YING Architecture & Design Portfolio Selected Works: 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024