BUILDING DIAGRAM MASSING DEVELOPMENT

Maintaining the centrality of the shared working area and maximising the use of natural light was a key concern in the refinement of the block. The reduced height of the south side of the block increases the overall area of light, and the central location of the core of the work area makes it easily accessible to people in the community.

The co-living building can provide a shared living space for young architects, as well as shared workspace and studio space for them to collaborate and work on projects. The building can be designed with the specific needs of the architects in mind, including large windows for natural light, spacious communal areas for group discussions and presentations and basic equipment such as drafting tables, cutters etc. The co-living aspect of the building will provide an affordable and supportive living environment for young architects, while the shared workspace will provide opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional growth.

The ground floor space is highly dynamic, revealing a two-storey space that runs straight through the building block and evokes the image of an outdoor street. It serves as a social area for residents, including events and daily activities (such as using pool table, ping pong, piano), providing outdoor activities in a warm indoor setting even during winter. The open space can also be turned into a mini garden. The void created to ensure light for the neighbours can be created as a small garden, using the existing plants on the site.

Second Floor

The 1st floor serves as living area, offering six single, one double, and one accessible room. Chair areas between flats encourage socializing, while a large living room fosters a sense of community. The deck-access flats have a bridge connecting blocks and the north-east flats are staggered for improved light.

Third Floor

The second floor is the building's center with a large co-working space dominating it. The semiopen space is partially blocked by columns and the NE end features balconies instead of flats. The flat layout is similar to 1st floor but with added balconies and a vertically arranged interlocking pattern.

The north-west block's 3rd floor is my favorite with a grid arrangement for light exposure. It serves as a workshop or exhibition space, linked directly to the co-working space on the same floor. A large roof space with glass and open areas offers relaxation options for all seasons, with freedom to plant and communal flower ponds. Ideal for summer barbecues or parties.

At this site, the maximum angle of direct sunlight is 60° on the summer solstice and 13° on the winter solstice. Sloping roofs to gain more light. Large window openings in the roof and maximum opening of the shading grilles in winter to allow the sun to radiate for as long as possible on the light-constrained south-western block. Roof-mounted solar panels provide the building with usable clean energy in the summer. The roof grid will change its opening and closing angle over time to provide a suitable natural light environment inside.

Hot water pipes in the floor mezzanine provide heat to the room by opening a valve in winter. Conversely, cold water pipes allow for removal of heat during summer by turning a valve for cold water flow. The glazed roof creates a warm gathering spot in winter with moderate solar radiation, while shielding from wind and snow. The adjacent open-air garden is perfect for summer relaxation, offering a great environment for barbecues or beers after work.

CANNING STREET ELEVATION

FIRST FLOOR BRIDGE

BEDFORD STREET ELEVATION

ROOF GARDEN

GROUND SOCIAL SPACE

SECOND FLOOR COWORKING SPACE

City "Yurt"

The project aims to promote traditional Mongolian folk culture by learning about the inherited vernacular architecture of Mongolia, the yurt, and designing a modern building that fits the local characteristics. The yurt is a highly practical and durable form of construction that is simple, lightweight, adaptable and easy to build and maintain. A modern Mongolian folklore exhibition hall can draw on these excellent features, thus ensuring the long-term stable operation of the hall. At the same time, the decorative features of the yurt, such as the use of traditional local fabrics, leather, and the creative application of important yurt features, crown, are retained.

Vernacular Architere

ROOF COMPRESSION RING

CROWN OR SHANGRAK

ROPES made from horse or camel hair

Building Diagram

STEAM-BENT POLES SUPPORT THE ROOF criss-crossed lattice walls, made from willow,birch or poplar

MAT maade from felted wool

LATTICE (KHANA) made from willow, tied with rawhide

SOILD WOOD FRAME

Structure Analysis

SEMICOVER ED CROWN COVER

THE CLOSE D DOOR CURTAI N

Solar ShadingSummer

WARM AIR OUT

VentilationSummer

PROPERLY UNVERED CROWN COVER ROLLED-UP DOOR CURTAIN SOUTH FACING DOOR

Solar GainWinter

ROLLED UP FELT

WARM AIR RISE COOL ARI IN

INSULATE D ROOF

WARM AIR RISE

VentilationWinter

The two square kilometres of grassland are scattered with gallaries, offices, ceremonial halls, libraries, toilets and viewpoints, and are linked by paths. The area caters for the usual tourism, exhibitions of native art and folk culture.

On weekends and holidays, it is also a place for short excursions for the neighbourhood. People come here for picnics, barbecues, hikes or to see art exhibitions. It also has an educational function, providing science education for primary and secondary school students in the neighbourhood.

The viewpoint has the best view of the river, backed by woods and isolated from the surrounding city. One can bird watch, take photographs or get close to nature in any way possible.Also, because of its proximity to the community, people are willing to spend their after-dinner time here.

The building is a small ceremonial structure, closely related to Mongolian religious beliefs, with ancestral tablets placed on the north side. The overall structure of the building has been developed from the vernacular construction of a yurt, reinforced by the addition of main columns and trussed ribs.

This image shows a section of the small library. The library contains photocopies and electronic copies of books on folklore and ethnic customs, as well as records of seminars by folklore researchers and their descendants.There is also a large collection of folk tales and fables open to children to develop their interest in their traditional culture from an early age.

The building is divided into an office area and a visitor reception area. The office area provides temporary office space for local art groups, folklore and cultural organisations to organise their work and activities in the grasslands where infrastructure is lacking.The stepped “shell” is supported by trusses and has been designed as a green roof to blend in with the environment.