architecture portfolio by jingle chen
DESCRIPTION
A selection of works from the Bachelor of Environments degree at The University of Melbourne 2012-2014TRANSCRIPT
P R E F A C E
I’m a 20-year-old girl currently studying, working and living it up in Melbourne, Australia. A self-confessed archi-nerd, avid tea drinker, fitness-freak & lover of Gwen Stefani.
This is a portfolio of selected architectural works from the Bachelor of Environments degree at The University of Melbourne from 2012-2014. I’m interested in phenomenology, creating unique spaces, material experimentation, minimalist interiors & how architecture can be used to change society.
I am currently on the hunt for a junior position in an architecture firm where I can learn the ropes from professionals in the industry. If you are able to offer me a position, I would love to hear from you!
JINGLE CHEN
1421/ 18 Mount Alexander Rd,Travancore, VIC, [email protected]: archislash.wordpress.com+61 421 382 235
Curriculum Vitae
The Outre Gallery
Copenhagen Conservatories
Schlemmerstaffel
The Buoy at Studley Park
Paper Lantern
Parametric coasters
C O N T E N T S
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CONTACT DESIGN SKILLS
3DModelling
Layouts & Graphics
Conceptual Sketch
PhysicalModelMaking
DraftingImage Post-Processing & Rendering
EDUCATION
2012- 2014THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE, MELBOURNE+ Bachelor of Environments (majoring in Architecture)+ Graduated with First Class Honours (weighted average mark: 81.73)
JAN-FEB 2014THE UNIVERSITY OF STUTTGART, GERMANY+ 20th Century Architecture Exchange Program
2010- 2011NARRABUNDAH COLLEGE, CANBERRA+ Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate+ Australian Tertiary Admission Rank
TECHNICAL SKILLS
0421382235
1421/ 18 Mount Alexander Road.Travancore, 3032
archislash.wordpress.com
Revit Architecture
Rhino
Grasshopper
Photoshop
Illustrator
Indesign
CAD
JINGLE SLASH CHEN
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RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
AWARDS
REFERENCES
LIKES
2011COLLARD CLARKE JACKSON ARCHITECTS, CANBERRA Student Work Placement+ Use of ArchiCAD and Photoshop software+ On-site experience at Ainslie Primary School, measuring and recording data
MELBOURNE GLOBAL MOBILITY SCHOLARSHIP+ For students of merit to use on exchange
DEAN’S AWARD+ Top 3% of cohort enrolled in Bachelor of Environments
BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTS INTERSTATE PATHWAY SCHOLARSHIP+ For high achieving students enrolled in the Bachelor of Environments
BURGMANN ANGLICAN SCHOOL PAINTING COMPETITION+ 3rd prize
LANGUAGES
English Mandarin
Fitness Travel
Reading
Hiking
ArtFood & Drink
Blogging
NAFISEH HAMIDI+Studio Water tutor+ nafiseh [email protected]+0403 6968 92
MIKEL ROMAN+ Studio Fire tutor+ [email protected]+ 0432 280 655
2012
2012
2010
Dance
2013
DIVIDE BLOCK INTO HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL PLANESADD AND SUBTRACT VOLUMES DIAGONAL SLASHES TO CREATE OPENINGS
CONCEPT
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The concept for the Outre Gallery is to create a multi-dimensional, multi-functional space which incorporates the gallery’s philosophy. The site is located at a busy intersection in Brunswick. Inspired by modernist cubist artworks, geometrical shapes and the contrast between horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines is explored through the language. The three suspended floors create cross-connecting views from across the platforms, reinforcing the idea of observing art from a multitude of angles.
THE OUTRE GALLERYStudio FireSemester 2, 2014Tutor: Mikel Roman
Inspiration: Kandinsky & artwork from the Bauhaus movement. The composition of different geometrical shapes and lines were particularly influential.
Concept Diagram showing how a cube is sliced to produce an angled form and slashed diagonally to produce windows
- 9 -Rendering of exterior from Sydney Road x Albert Street
intersection. Produced using Rhino 3D & Photoshop
B
LIVING
KITCHEN
DINING
GROUND FLOOR
GALLERY
BATHSTUDY
BED 1 BED 2
FIRST FLOOR
A A
B
B
B
STORE
KITCHEN
STORE
GARAGE
CAFE
OUTDOOR DINING
LUNCH
OFFICE
W.C
GALLERY
ENTRY
LOADING
GROUND FLOOR
A A
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GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR
B
B
BOOKSHOP
BOOKSHOP
GALLERY
GALLERY
DISPLAY
SECOND FLOOR
A A
CABINET DESIGN
UNDER STAIR STORAGE
BENCH COUNTER BUILT IN COFFEE MACHINE
CABINET FOR STORING FOOD
HIPSTER WITH COFFEE
Cabinet Design
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SECOND FLOOR
All floor plans drafted using AutoCAD. Drawing above shows the details of a cabinet designed especially for this project. Rendered using Rhino3D & Photoshop.
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Interior Perspective showing the mixed used area of gallery & bookshop on the second floor. The trusses and diagonal openings create an interesting lighting effect.
View from second floor stage area. From here, users are able to see to first floor below, establishing a cross connection between different floors. The painted white brick walls, iron railings and exposed trusses further add to
the industrial-chic interior.
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View from second floor stage area. From here, users are able to see to first floor below, establishing a cross connection between different floors. The painted white brick walls, iron railings and exposed trusses further add to
the industrial-chic interior.
View upon entrance of the cafe & stairs leading up to first floor gallery. A minimalistic, industrial fitout enables the artwork and moving entities to be the focus of the spcae.
SECTION A-A
SECOND FLOOR GALLERY & BOOKSTORE
MANAGER’S FLAT
EXPOSED IRON TRUSSES, SKYLIGHTS
BEDROOMS
RECESSED ENTRY
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SECTION A-A
SECOND FLOOR GALLERY & BOOKSTORE
MANAGER’S FLAT
EXPOSED IRON TRUSSES, SKYLIGHTS
BEDROOMS
RECESSED ENTRY
SECTION B-B
TRUSSES AND SKYLIGHTS
GALLERY AND BOOKSHOP
BEDROOMS
GALLERY AND CAFE
ADJUSTABLE LOUVRES ON NORTHERN SIDE
MANAGER’S LIVING AREAS
OUTDOOR DINING
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These sections demonstrate the openess of space, connectedness of the different floors and quality of the light produced in the building. Produced using Rhino3D & Adobe Illustrator.
ELEVATION EAST: SYDNEY ROADELEVATION NORTH: ALBERT STREET
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The elevations show the exterior of the building which fits in with the existing streetscape of Brunswick. The exterior is constructed of concrete panels and painted over with grafitti to give the building a gritty, grungey vibe and fit in with
the grafitti culture of the area. Produced using Rhino3D & Adobe Photoshop.
CATHODE (+) GLASS WITH SEMI- CONDUCTIVE LAYER
ANNODE (-) GLASS WITH SEMI- CONDUCTIVE LAYER
CATALYST (PLATINUM OR GRAPHITE)
TITANIUM OXIDE LAYER
SENSITIZING DYE
ELECTROLYTE (REDOX COUPLE)
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THE COPENHAGENCONSERVATORIES
Studio AirSemester 1, 2014Tutors: Philip Belevski & Haslett Grounds
In collaboration with Mitchell Ransome, Rebecca Mahoney & Jay Cheong
Using parametric design, a series of greenhouses were designed for the 2014 Land Art Generative Initiative competition located in Copenhagen.
Our design transforms the site Refshaleøen into a place of clean energy generation through a series of greenhouses which use dye-sensitized photo-voltaic cells to produce energy. The forms are influenced by the energy production process with the flowy shapes optimized to produce the most energy. The project aims to educate users about the beauty of clean energy production.
Inspiration: Undulating outline of Utterslev Mose, lakes in Copenhagen
Technology: Dye-sensitized solar cell
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Exterior Rendering showing the view from the south eastern side. Produced using Rhino3D, Grasshopper & Photoshop.
2014LAGISITE
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Idea Development showing different forms produced by altering a single algorithm on Grasshopper
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Physical Site Model showing how the four different greenhouses would sit on the site. Constructed using laser-cut boxboard
Right: Three differet physical prototypes produced to test lighting effects using perspex acting as glass. We wanted
our design to produce different lighting effects to entice users.
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Physical Models/ Prototypes constructed using laser-cut plastic & boxboard used to test site plan, and construction methodsPlan, sections & elevations produced using Rhino3D & Grasshopper to demonstrate the size and shape of each greenhouse
in relation to each other.
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Interior of forest greenhouse showing the majestic scale and atmosphere of the design.
View from the Little Mermaid across the harbour. The greenhouses aim to be a colourful, eye-catching attraction to tourists and locals alike
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View from the Little Mermaid across the harbour. The greenhouses aim to be a colourful, eye-catching attraction to tourists and locals alike
View of exterior from west showing greenhouses in context with buildings in Copenhagen suburb Refshaleoen in background.
STEEL ARCS
DYE SENSITIZED SOLAR PANELS
VEGETATION
SITE
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Construction Diagram showing the vegeation footprint and layers of
construction of steel arcs and solar panels
Interior of forest greenhouse showing the majestic interior filled with trees: a safe, havenaway from the
distractions of the city, filled with green
100MM
ANNODE
SOLAR CELL
C-CHANNEL FRAMING
RHS FOR WIRINGWIRING
CATHODE
3700MM
GALVANISED STEEL SQUARE HOLLOW SECTION ARCH
C- CHANNEL FOR MAINTENANCE
RECTAGULAR HOLLOW SECTION & WIRING
STEEL HANGER
GALVANISED STEEL GRIDSHELL
HOLLOW ALUMINIUM SECTION FOR WIRING
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Steel Gridshell & Solar Panel Connection
Steel Arch & Gridshell Connection Detail
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SCHLEMMERSTAFFEL
The University of Stuttgart Winter Intensive Studio, 2014The University of StuttgartIn collaboration with Jay Cheong
This studio was completed in one week whilst on exchange in Germany at the University of Stuttgart. The brief was to design an outdoor recreation centre at the Sunderstaffel (Sinner’s stairs) site in Stuttgart, Germany.
We incorporated the concept of fitness and the artwork of Oskar Schlemmer, a native Stuttgart-born artist who was involved with the cubist art movment. He incorporates the concepts of the perfectly proportioned body functioning as architecture, and the contrast between organic forms of the human body and rectilinear forms in his paintings. We wanted to introduce irregularity and break the linearity of the existing stairs. We proposed a series of circles, semicircles and quadrants which represents the functions of different body parts. Together, they form a whole.
Analytical Sketches of Oskar Schlemmer’s ‘Bauhaus Stairway’ 1932, and ‘Tanzerin’ 1923,
which inspired the plan of the design
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Site plan featuring circles, semi and quarter circles representing the body which works as seperate
parts but also as a whole
Sketch of assymetrical stairs
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Section of Relaxation Zone which will have seating and lounge chairs facing south, with a view of the city
Perspective sketch of meditation pools: a square pool with rectangular concrete pads perfect for doing yoga
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Perspective sketch of jungle gym and rock climbing walls Perspective sketch of assymetrical stairs and pull up bars for training strength
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THE BUOY AT STUDLEY PARKStudio WaterSemester 2, 2013
Tutor: Nafiseh Hamidi
The brief was to design a boathouse inspired by the modernist design philosophy of Mies van der Rohe. The site is located on the steep hills adjacent to the Yarra River, in Studley Park, Kew.
My boathouse design incorporates the formal rules used by the master, Mies van der Rohe including the ideas of linearity/horizontality, regular geometry and straight lines, cantilevering, the blurring of interior amd exterior spaces and open plan living areas.
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Rendered view from south, showing entrance to the building. Produced using Revit & Adobe Photoshop.
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Garage
Store
Office
WC
Counter
Cafe
Main Entry
Entry
WC
Outdoor Dining
Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Pool
Ground Floor Plan
Lift
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Exterior render of outdoor dining area
Section showing the quality of light in the interior spaces
Scale model produced to show transparency of the building and how shadows fill the space. Constructed using foam core, white & brown card.
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PAPER LANTERN
Virtual EnvironmentsSemester 2, 2012Tutor: Jessica Chidester
The aim was to create a wearable paper lantern using parametric tools. I wasinspired by the undulating forms produced by the turbulence of ink when it hits water. The result is an organic, twisted form, triangulated with a gradient of openings and fins to filter and direct light
Iterations of lantern design designed using Rhino3D
Analytical Sketches showing the movement of ink in water
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PARAMETRIC COASTERS2014
The web-like patterns were produced by experimenting with an algorithm produced on Grasshopper, then laser-cut onto plywood.