Studio4. Esquisse.

Key points about the Esquisse -

1. Position of the loading dock - The loading dock is placed just below the driveway to serve both the exhibition space and the library storage. Also, it could possible serve the post office just north of it, thus potentially serving up to 3 spaces at once.
2. Stairs as the focal point - The stairs are placed near the centre of the plan, thus allowing the circulation path to become the central focus of the design. This means that access and navigation becomes easy to design for, and allows the program of spaces to spread out around the circulation points in a more comfortable fashion.
3. Programming of the outdoor areas - Since the children's and cafe areas both require an outdoor space, I decided that placing these two spaces adjacent to each other would allow both more customization of the spaces and allows parents in the cafe area to easily keep an eye on the children's area.
4. Reading spaces - are placed in the south to allow a more soft and even light to enter the area. Also, it features an elevated platform and columns which allow the reader to position his/her body around the column in whatever way feels most comfortable.
5. Pairing of spaces - Much of the initial programming of spaces was based on the cohesiveness or interplay of the functions of many types of spaces, for example placing the exhibition near storage, research near archives, and reading spaces near the main library.

Project3. Art gallery.

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Project2. Temple for an independent woman.

Project1. Eileen Gray's E1027.

[EXP3 FINAL] UT Model + Sketchup Model + Screenshots

OVERVIEWMy three spaces are designed for t clients: Zhang Yin, located above the bridge, Stevejobs, under the bridge, and the dining/meeting area is also below the bridge. The spaces are designed to evoke a sense of power suiting each client's personality.



Zhang Yin



Zhang Yin's space is designed to bring a sense of harmony and balance to the space. While the space itself is large and the walls are curved to give one a sense of intimidation as he/she walks through it, the space itself is partly open air to avoid claustrophobia. And while the reception area and the stairs are large spaces, the client's actual private studio is relatively small and cosy, reflecting her down-to-earth and humble personality. From above the space can be seen to symbolize that of a dragon, or the Yin-Yang symbol of balance, all of which I believe will strike an emotional chord with the client.



Steve Jobs


Steve Job's more demanding and aggressive personality is expressed in the abstract deconstructivist style I used for his studio. The jagged and assymetric shapes represent his unique individuality that he is so famous for. While the exterior and some of the interior may seem more bold and striking, his private studio is relatively warm and sleek, designed to be a quiet but modern working area to formulate ideas.



Dining Area




The dining area uses elements from both client's studios to fuse a meeting and social space that is suitable for everyone. Bright colours are used to accentuate Steve Job's personality and charisma but the structure of the area is built in a clean, modern and minimalistic style that would suit Zhang Yin's personality well too.



SketchUp Model ( 2 elevators + dining table)





The dining table expresses a deviation from what is normal from the upturned leg; it expresses the individuality, uniqueness, and even boldness that a powerful individual would want. The lifts are based on perspective sketches.




Final UT Model

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