portfolio christopher hsing
university of virginia school of architecture
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selected works UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA 2009-PRESENT PREFACE EXERCISE 1 : PRACTICING THE LINE 04 Fall 2010 PROJECT 1 : DRAWING OPERATIONS 06 Fall 2010 PROJECT 2 : MASS + FRAME + SURFACE 08 Fall 2010 wire frame surface mass hybrid
PROJECT 3 : COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER 16 Fall 2010
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AN IDE IS SALVATION BY IMAGINATION
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- FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT
EA
It is exactly that which you hold in your hands: an idea. This portfolio is my idea manifested in numerous projects and works of art, a synthesis of my thought, design and fabrication methods. These ideas and methods are, however, always in development as I continue my studies in architecture, music and the sciences. It is this continual, self-feeding process that I hope will invigorate my work to reach even higher levels. I typically involve myself in selecting a single idea, or perhaps two ideas that go hand-in-hand, and attempt to understand how it works in as many ways as possible. This includes, but does not limit itself to, its technical application, aesthetic appearance, constructional properties and human relation/experience. As a result, it is crucial to embrace the iterative process and the benefits it provides. It is the process of working on an idea
continuously and tirelessly that ultimately helps a building or project see reality. Although the majority of projects showcased here are not literally buildings, my principles and approach to my design problems remain constant. Inspired design is the natural result of spaces that have relevance and celebrate a certain aesthetic value. This should be evident in all mediums I use, not just one. It is my hope that in perusing this portfolio, you gain insight in how I work as an artist, architect, and problem-solver. For more of my work, please feel free to visit www.christopherhsing.com
CHRISTOPHER J. HSING
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA 2013 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
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exercise a practicing the line
‘UNEQUAL FIELDS’ line weight and composition study graphite 22.5” x 17.5”
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project 1 drawing operations
‘EGG SLICER’ plans and elevations graphite 22.5” x 17.5” 6
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‘FILTERING LIGHT’ hybrid interior light condition photograph
project 2 in (b)etween a and c This four week project emphasizes on the development of strategies in defined space through multiple materials, assembly methods and fabrication techniques. The relationships between volume, mass, frame and surface are unifed through the intentional revelation of varied light qualities and moderated apertures. This design approach is intended to urge viewers through a sequence of spaces both informative and interesting. 8
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‘WIRE’ abstraction + analysis of knots 36” piano wire
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Wire Model A Development
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‘SURFACE’ virtual fabrication process 3D Modeling + Post Editing
PLAN VIEW
FRONT ELEVATION
REAR ELEVATION
LEFT ELEVATION
RIGHT ELEVATION
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‘FRAME SKETCHES’ graphite sketchbook
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‘FRAME MODEL’ cnc fabrication 1/16” chipboard
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‘MASS MODEL ITERATION 1’ interior and exterior photographs maple and plywood
‘MASS MODEL ITERATION 2’ interior and exterior photographs maple and plywood
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‘HYBRID MODEL’ interior and exterior photographs 1/16” chipboard, 1/16” plexiglass, maple and plywood
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project 3 community wellness center This final design project explores possible interrelationships between architecture, landscape, urban contexts; the wellness center offers acupuncture treatments and massage therapy as well as general classes and private lessons in Pilates, tai chi and yoga. To promote better health through design, individual room sizes are expanded, allowing for increased personal space. Natural light and simple facades are additional important themes the design approach; a vertical light well, hidden by a large concrete exterior wall, pierces the entire building and acts as the central organizational and functional element. ‘LIGHT WELL’ interior render 16
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ site sketches graphite sketchbook
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ development sketches graphite and color pencils sketchbook
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ site plan and context digital modeling
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ floor plans and room organization digital modeling E N
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Exterior Public Space Main Lobby/Circulation Restroom Seminar Classroom Private Office Exterior Observation Space Roof Garden Storytelling Section Studio A Massage Studio B Acupuncture
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SITE/GROUND
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1 Exterior Public Space 2 Main Lobby/Circulation 3 Restroom 4 Seminar Classroom 5 GROUND Private Office 6 Exterior Observation Space 7 Roof Garden 8 Storytelling Section 9 Studio A B1 10 Massage 11 Studio B 12 Acupuncture MEZZANINE B1
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Exterior Public Space Main Lobby/Circulation 9 Restroom Seminar Classroom Private Office Exterior Observation Space Roof Garden Storytelling Section Studio A Massage Studio B 10 Acupuncture
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B2 SITE/GROUND 12 ROOFTOP 2F LOBBY
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ program and circulation diagrams Management
Office Space
Private Space Acupuncture People
Low Volumes
Massages Seminar Classroom
Semi-Public Space
Relaxation Space
Roof Gardens
Wellness Center
Observation Decks Waiting/Transition
Circulation Lounge
High Volumes Recreational
Terrace Deck
Activity Space Functional
Studio Spaces
‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ sections and elevations LONGITUDINAL SECTION A
CHRISTOPHER HSING
SECTION B
SECTION C
SECTION D
SECTION E
PROGRAM AND CIRCULATION DIAGRAMS
PROJECT 3 | Wellness Center
Studio Olivieri
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TRANSVERSE SECTION A
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ study and final models 1/8” + 1/16” chipboard, plexiglass, basswood
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‘COMMUNITY WELLNESS CENTER’ environment renderings photomanipulation
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christopher hsing studio olivieri arch2010 | introduction to architectural design i fall term 2010
christopherhsing@gmail.com www.christopherhsing.com