PORTFOLIONATALIE LYKKING KITCHELLARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST INTERNSHIP

CONTENTSPORTFOLIO CONTENTS/Fist is a few of the projects I have been working with during my education, in a re-versed chronicle order. You will find information on the courses I study, and what the focus of each semester has been on the pages after this.

The last pages includes a recommendation from one of my lecturers and my marks.

INTRODUCTION 2

RENOVATION AND REFURBISHMENT 3

HEADQUARTERS, COMMERCIAL BUILDING 5

PUBLIC BUILDING DESIGN 6

3 PROJECTS IN NORTHERN ENGLAND 7

SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE 8

PRACTICAL INFORMATION 9

RECOMMENDATION LETTER 10

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natalie lykking kitchell

PORTFOLIO

Studying Architectural Technology and Construction Management

INTERN APPLICATION/2014/2015

INTRODUCTION/My name is Natalie Lykking Kitchell, I am 22 years old. I study Architectural Technology and Construction Management at KEA (Copenhagen Academy), a RICS authorized Education. I am now applying for an internship after 2.5 years of education which I have passed with top grades.

The Internship criteria are described by my school as following: • The internship has to be of a minimum of 20 weeks• 40 hours of work a week • It has to be a non-paid internship. • The student is expected during the internship to develop

skills in one or more disciplines.

You can find more information if you wish through this link or ask me: http://www.kea.dk/da/uddannelser/professionsbache-lor-uddannelser/architectural-technology-and-construction-ma-nagement-ba/

INSPIRATION/What originally got me interested within this branch of work is the philosophy of Danish architect Jan Gehl. He seeks to solve problems modern architecture has created both through functi-onal design and in the landscape lying between the houses.

I believe that sustainable buildings are not only buildings that have been made perfectly environmentally friendly, build with only recyclable materials, but that sustainability is also relevant in relation to a buildings influence where it is located.

People will do many things to maintain or ‘sustain’ buildings they love, thus I think sustainability is also found in good, fun-ctional design.

ARCHITECTURAL INTEREST/ Mostly I am inspired by buildings where architects have mana-ged to use traditional materials in new and innovative way. I do not believe that being excessive and thinking “big” is how you will find the best solution for a satisfying finished product.

I think it is important, when doing a project, to consider the environment and what is already there and then use this in the design, rather than ignoring it or covering it up.I believe that, with the right considerations and choice of materi-al, one can make a great, simple and appreciated design.

When considering these factors I feel it is important to bring the humans scale back in focus, which is often forgotten when building in 3-D modelling today.

Hopefully I can contribute with my own knowledge of Danish Architectural Technology and Design, as it is interpreted in Copenhagen today.

ADDRESS:Korsgade 17a, 4thCopenhagen N, 2200, Dk

GSM: +4550502855

EMAIL: natalie.kitchell @ gmail.com/nata3911 @ stud.kea.dk

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RENOVATION AND REFURBISHMENT Rådhustorvet 2 3660 Stenløse, Denmark

Project Brief/The Stenløse City Hall renovation proje-ct transformed the 1970’s building into a cultural center, with 1/3 of the building converted into a Library, and the other 2/3 into a space used to support the activities of many different clubs in the area. With few changes to the original structure, new life was given to the façade and the buil-ding could continue to fulfill its purpose of serving the city’s citizens.

Project Details/The refurbishment project, based in Stenlø-se, Denmark, began by formatting a report that examined and stated the building’s materials and condition. The project here-after focused mainly on the ‘Concept’ and ‘Design Development’. My personal focus was the overall design and look of the building’s exterior and inte-rior, with further structural design done to the exterior wall elements. This was done mainly with sketching and in Revit. The renovation was meant to optimize the energy efficiency of the building up to the standards of the Danish Building Regulati-on 2020 (BR20).

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ORIGINAL BUILDING

NEW DESIGN

SKETCH OF THE FACADE ELEMENT’S FOUNDATIONSTEEL FRAME DETAIL

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HEADQUARTERS, COMMERCIAL BUILDING

Project Brief/The multifunction commercial building lo-cated on the river Thames in London, occu-pied parts of an existing park used by the public. The 2nd and 3rd floor provided offi-ce space for the owner of the building, whi-le the 1st floor accommodated shops and a restaurant so that the space would remain public.

Project Details/The building was designed with materials from the neighbourhood and built on a simple two-way concrete joist system (Waff-le Slab) with a round core and two staircases to stabilize the building.

My Personal focus was the flat roof con-struction and layout. It was designed to be both interesting and practical, with interac-tions of different materials (wood, loose sto-nes, and paving stones), and consideration of material durability and maintenance. I was also responsible for documentati-on and time planning (construction- and group- wise), along with the design of the rainwater drainage and sewer systems, which included grey- and rainwater recy-cling.

Rotherhithe Street, London SE16, UK

PARAPET AND FLAT ROOF CONNECTION - DETAIL

GLASS WALL AND FLAT ROOF CONNECTION - DETAIL SITE PLAN

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PUBLIC BUILDING DESIGN Jagtvej 69, 2200 Copenhagen N, Denmark

Project Brief/Because Central Copenhagen does not yet have a mosque for its increasing number of Muslim inhabitants, my team and I designed a Mosque for an infill located in the Northern part of Central Copenhagen.

Concept/ The mosque’s design respects the archi-tectural traditions of its neighbourhood through its simple materials and modest exterior, and avoids excess extravagance.As in traditional Arabic architecture, the more interesting details are reserved for the rear of the building and its interior.The design includes a food court and a gro-cery shop on the ground floor in order to promote the use of area by the public, re-gardless of religious beliefs. This is also in-spired by Arabic culture, in which mosques traditionally have an associated restaurant that can earn money for the mosque.

ENTRANCE FROM MAIN STREE SECTION

BACK YEARD W. CONNECTION TO MAIN STREET

VISITORS HALL ENTRANCE FROM MAIN STREET

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3 PROJECTS IN NORTHERN ENGLANDMarsh Ln, Preston Lancashire PR1, UK

Exchange Projects Breif/Illustrated are three different projects from my semester abroad at UCLAn University in Preston, UK.

1. SITE REPORT/ The first drawing is an illustration for a Site Report.The report was to include site history, soil type, and construction considerations (re-searched and explained).Finally, based on the investigation a foundati-on type was proposed.

2.Town Planning/ The Section drawing is for a building ap-plication for a house extension as part of a ‘Town Planning and Development Control’ class. Illustrated is the ‘house extension detail drawing’.

3.Preston Bus Station/ The renders are from a refurbishment project of the ‘Preston Bus Station’ from the 1970’s. The markets on the rooftop, inspired by ‘Tor-vehallerne’ in Copenhagen, should increase interest and activity in and around the bus station. The park, south of the building, should invite visitors in and provide direct access for pede-strians to the markets.

Tithebarn Street, Preston, Lancashire PR1 1DJ, UK

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SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE

Project Brief/The design is based on drawings provided by our team of lecturers. Changes were made to the original design in order to op-timise the building as the team found fit.The project concerned design work on a single family house on Zealand in Den-

mark.

Project Details/My first project focus was the foundation. During this time I also did design work for the roof, and the instillation and sewage plans, including construction documents and time- and cost estimates. My final focus was the brickwork and exte-rior walls, including tender documentati-on.

Stigårdsvej 31, 2680 Solrød Strand, Denmark

SOUTH ELEVATION

1ST FLOOR PLAN

ROOF PLAN - RAIN WATER

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COURSE INFO/

BAD - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/Brainstorming techniques and mind mapping for team creativity and problem solving. Project management, project controlling, project planning, economical risks, and communication in projects.

BPL - BUSINESS PROJECT LAW/Building Law related to construction projects.

PSM - PRODUCTION STRUCTURAL METHODS/Structures in general, load diagrams, structural analysis, Insulation (heat and moisture), and Build-ability for common structures.Teaching of: Standard constructions, Key junctions, Fire precautions, Building part notes. Foundation and sheet-pile constructions, Prefabricated concrete element systems, Prefabricated elements of wood/steel/glass etc.

PBM - PRODUCTION BUILDING MATERIALS/Documentation of materials using Building Information Modelling (BIM).Documentation of materials on drawings and specifications using BIM.Choosing materials using analysis tools.Materials in relation to lifecycle, indoor climate, mechanical and chemical interaction.

PPM - PRODUCTION PROCESS MANAGEMENT/Best value based tendering.Liabilities of key project parties in Integrated Project Delivery (IPD).BIM as platform for IPD and integrated planning.Regulative frames for project planning and management.Life cycle assessments and costing.Design delivery specifications for manufactured structures.Relevant sectoral regulation for health and safety and quality management.

DAP - DESIGN ARCHITECTURAL PRINCIPLES/Sustainable and innovative solutions within design.The common overall building techniques.Construction methods nationally and internationallSustainable and innovative solutions within design.BIM–3D modelling.

DMP - DESIGN MEP PRINCIPLES/Sustainable and innovative solutions within services design.Energy consumption for industrial and commercial buildings taking different climate conditions into consideration.Ventilation, Acoustics, and Artificial lighting in industrial and commercial buildings.

DSP - DESIGN STRUCTURAL PRINCIPLES/Sustainable and innovative solutions within design of constructions.Structural principles and structural elements.Principles of loads and of transferring loads to foundations on buildings.Soil conditions and different methods of foundation.

EDUCATION/THE GRADUATE IS ABLE TO:

• Manage,design,planandexecutecomplexconstruc-tiontasks independently and in collaboration with other professionals.

• Identify their own knowledge and learning needs and acquirenewknowledgeand translate this into practice in relation to the profession, and

• Handle communication between users, developers, consul-tants, designers and contractors about the technical design, procurement and execution of complex construction and/or civil engineering works.

• Handle administrative tasks and projectmanagementwithin the construction and civil engineering sector.

• Deal with societal and technologicalaspects in the design and processing of construction projects.

• Address social,cultural,andethicalissuesinthedesign

and processing of construction projects, and participate in management and collaborative relationships with others who have different educational linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

SEMESTER PROJECT PHASES/

1. SEMESTERPLOT AND BUILDINGOne-family dwellingsCommon study basis - Profession – Construction process

2. SEMESTERPLOT AND BUILDINGSmall buildings Common study basis – Detail De-sign 1 (Planning Permission applica-tion drawings)– Detail Design 2 (Drawings for Tender)

3. SEMESTERPREFABRICATED BUILDING COMPONENTSConcrete-, Steel, and Timber Com-ponents. Detail Design 2, production and erection.

OPTIONAL SUBJECTA subject of the student’s own choiceDesign Profession, Building Site Management Profession, Facilities Management.

4. SEMESTERMULTI STOREY BUILDINGSDwellings and business/shopsScheme Design, Detail Design 1 and 2

OPTIONAL SUBJECTSSubject to be chosen by studentDesign Profession, Building Site Management Profession, Facilities Management

5. SEMESTERREFURBISHMENT OF BUIL-DINGSFoundations – Load bearing structu-res - Completions - Surfaces - Instal-lationsProposal Phase, Detail Design 1 and 2

OPTIONAL SUBJECTSSubject to be chosen by studentDesign Profession, Building Site Management Profession, Facilities Management.

6. SEMESTERINTERNSHIPCompany is chosen by the student.Design, Build, Site Management, Facilities Management.

7. SEMESTERFINAL EXAM PROJECT (BA-CHELOR PROJECT)Theme chosen by the studentChosen by student – core area must be included.

SPECIALIZATION REPORTProfessional field and subject chosen by the studentDesign Profession, Building Site Management Profession or Facilities Management

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The process leadership

Prinsesse Charlottes Gade 38 - 2200 Copenhagen N - Phone 0045 4646 0300, private 0045 4738 0064, e-mail: nib@kea.dk

Til hvem det måtte interessere 8 januar 2013

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Vedrørende bygningskonstruktørstuderende Natalie Kitchell. Jeg har haft den fornøjelse at undervise Natalie i det år hun nu har været studerende på uddannelsen og kan fremhæve følgende karakteristika ved hendes måde at gribe studierne an på:

Natalie er til stede, engageret og følger I det hele taget med i hvad der forgår i forbindelse med forelæsninger og instruerende undervisning. Hun har vist stor villighed til at sætte sig ind i den anbefalede litteratur og har godt udbytte af dette.

Senest har Natalie I forbindelse med eksamen påtaget sig den opgave

at beskrive sin bygnings murværk i de for en udførelse nødvendige detaljer. Dette har krævet en grundig research, da der ikke forud har været undervist i emnet, men Natalies resultat demonstrerer fin evne til at tilegne sig et stof på egen hånd og anvende det i meget konkret form.

Da Natalie endvidere er et meget tiltalende og behageligt menneske at omgås, tøver jeg ikke med at give hende mine bedste anbefalinger, i forbindelse med den støtte hun søger til sit studieophold i England. Venligst

Niels Barrett Senior Lecturer, cand. arch., PhD, MAA, MCIAT Copenhagen School of Design and Technology

TRANSLATION/

For Architectural Technology and Construction Management stu-dent Natalie Kitchell .

I have had the pleasure to teach Natalie in the years she has been a student in this program and can highlight the following features of her approach to the education:• Natalie is present, engaged and follows in all, with what is going

on in connection with lectures and instructional teaching. She has shown great willingness to familiarize herself with the re-commended literature and has good yield of this.

• Recently, Natalie In connection with examinations undertook the task of describing the masonry work executed in necessary detail. This has required a thorough research as there haven’t previously been lecturers on the subject, but Natalie’s result de-monstrates the fine ability to acquire a substance on her own and use it in very concrete terms.

When Natalie also is a very appealing and pleasant person to be around, I do not hesitate to give her my best recommendations for the support.

Niels BarrettSenior Lecturer, MSc . arch. , PhD, MAA, MCIATCopenhagen School of Design and Technology

RECOMENDATION LETTER FROM A LECTURERER OF MINE, WHEN I WAS GOING ABROAD IN JANUARY 2013

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