EXPLODED STRUCTURE DIAGRAM

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TENET 1 FROM CO-WORKING TO CO-LIVING INTEGRATE A NEW LIFE STYLE INTO THE COMMUNITY

Physical Model

Sturcture Project

Date: Fall 2022

Location: Arbutus Greenway and 10th ave, Vancouver, BC ehold the Arbutus Greenway, a vibrant flow of motion, imbued with the colors of pedestrians and bikers alike. The design of the project, aptly named “TIDE”, envisions this flow as a gentle and ever-changing current, much like the ebb and flow of a river that shifts with the passing of time. To complement this vision, the shelter’s design takes the form of stacked pebbles by the riverside, imbuing a sense of peacefulness and tranquility that invites passersby to stay awhile.

In keeping with the nature-inspired concept of “flow,” the chosen materials include an array of timber, such as sawn timber and glulam, promoting sustainability and a harmonious blend with the surrounding vegetation. The use of concrete adds a touch of rawness and neutrality to the design, seamlessly complementing the verdant greens of the site. The interior program space also utilizes concrete, enhancing energy efficiency and lowering maintenance costs.

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PROGRAM DIAGRAM circulation Sunrise Noon Sunset Winter Time

Arbutus Greenway W Broadway Summer Time

Plant Greenery

-Pyramidal Eurpean Hornbeam

-English Oak

-Scots Elm

-Dawyck’s Beech

-Worplesdon Sweetgum

-Basswood

-Princeton Gold Maple

-Norway Maple

-Red Maple

-Night Purple Leaf Plum

-Norwegian Sunset Maple

Assigned Site

Flow of “water” + Pull Circulation away from adjacent building

Circulation Sunpath & Circulation Form Finding Diagram 1: Existing Road Condition 2: 3: Program Placement based on openings 4: Roof Placement based on Programs

5: + Road Rain Coverage 6: Morphing into pebbles 7: Openings for Light Penetration 8: Final Form

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Concrete Column

Exterior Finish

Decking

Colums

The site is further activated by the inclusion of a cafe/bar program, offering refreshments to the public. As the day turns to night, the space transforms into a cozy bar, allowing for a serene and semi-private atmosphere that separates visitors from the bustling streets of Vancouver, while still enveloped in the surrounding greenery. This cafe/bar concept also caters to a diverse community, providing a variety of services to ensure inclusivity.

THE AMPHI Studio Year 3 Project

Date: Fall 2022

Location: Wreck Beach 6572 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC

Behold “The Amphi-”, a project of grand scale that interweaves perspective and connectivity. By placing two distinct design interventions on opposing parts of the site and melding their elements, we can holistically understand the site and unlock alternative perspectives of the towering Douglas Fir Tree. This allows us to be more mindful of our position in relation to the earth beneath us.

Up close, the Douglas Fir’s grandiosity and leaning appearance make us feel small and insignificant, yet safe in the tranquility of the land. But from a distance, the ancient tree is viewed as a singular part of the landscape, its grandeur blending seamlessly with the rest of the surroundings, imbuing the user with the restless energy of the sea.

Though these two perspectives may seem at odds, they are in fact perfectly balanced. When the land and sea collide, a sincere and beautiful harmony emerges, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all things.