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S I H A N L A IMASTER OF ARCHITECTURE CANDIDATET: +1202-297-5996 E: [email protected]

ABOUT

EDUCATION

AWARDS & EXHIBITIONS

SKILLS

EXPERIENCES

FIELD WORKS & TRAVEL

A highly motivated individual who has diverse background with art, in-terior design and architecture. Currently pursuing master of architecture degree at the University of Virginia. Worked globally within various design firms as mul-tiple roles of the teams. Addition to exceptional graphic and physical skills, had also participated in numbers of field works and research works that brings for-ward-looking understanding about the future architecture and urbanism from a global perspective.

2016- presentUniversity of VirginiaMaster of Architecture

School of the Art Institute of ChicagoBachelor of Fine Arts (with an Emphasis in Interior Architecture)

DAVID CHIPPERFIELD ARHITECTSShanghai, China• Worked closely with the team members on the

schematic design phase and design development of multiple projects including Taiziwan Art Mu-seum Shenzhen, Urban Planning and Public Art Center Shanghai (UPPAC) and Shanghai City Hall Rennovation Project;

• Was in working on site supervision and design development for West Bund Art Museum Shang-hai (Centre Pompidou Asia Branch) and Zhejiang Medical Group Headcourter.

WEST OF WEST ARCHITECTURE & DESIGNPortland, OR, USA• Worked closely with the team members on the

schematic design phase and design develop-ment of multiple projects including Undefeated Shibuya, Dupond Center Irving, U-Dot mixed use competition Portland and B&O Los Angeles;

• Was in charge of the design and fabrication of all-the 3D-print models using digital modeling tools.

CHINA SOUTHWEST ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INSTITUTE Chengdu, Sichuan, China • Preliminary Research, Masterplan, Shangluo Medi-

cal Park, Shanxi, China• Digital graphic design, masterplan, building pro-

totyping, Dujiangyan Natural Park, Sichuan, China.

SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHI-CAGO Chicgo, IL, USA• Prepared and organized SAIC’s Fall 2015 Interna-

tional Orientation as one of the orientation leaders

ART CHENGDU INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY ART EXPOChengdu, China• was selected as the Design Director of the interna-

tional art exhibition;• was leading a design team to reveal the visual

identity and branding design of the exhibition, as well as the exhibition installations and spaces;

• was in charge of the on-site construction supervi-sion of the entire exhibition.

2011-2015

2018.10-2019.8

2018.5-2018.8

2014.5-2014.8

2015.1-2015.9

2019.1-2019.5

Arctic Design Group2017, Alaska, US• Traveled to multiple locations in Alaska, including the area within the arctic

circle with a design team;• Workshop with Cold Climate Housing Research Center• Designed Arctic Search and Rescue Base and Aircraft Hanger as the re-

search outcome.

SWO Art and Culture Center2018, South Dakota, US • Was in the research, culture study and policy study Co-Design team for Sis-

ston-Wahpeton Oyate Arts Center• The digital and physical model of the schematic design in the proposal that

successfully obtained the research founding

Selected Studio Works 2017-2018UVA School of Architecture

UVA Bicentennial Pavilion 2017Design, fabrication, and installation of the UVA “Lumina” Pavilion

Urban Shenzhen-Hong Kong Architecture Bi-city Biennale 2016/2017Designed “Urban Village” Art Installation, Participated “Aformal Academy”

SAIC BFA Show 2015 Original Work “Architecture and Ceramics: Mountain Peaks and Ocean Waves”

Art Bash 2012 | Contemporary Practice End of Year Art ShowWeb Design Award Winner

Merit Scholarship 2011-2015School of the Art Institute of Chicago

New England Regional School Art AwardCertificate of Merit 2011

PowerPoint, Premier, Keynote, iMovie, Hand drawing and sketching, RealFlow, Final Cut, Audition

Laser cut, 3D Printing, Mold-making, CNC routing, Woodshop stationary, Res-in-casting, KUKA Robotic

Design Programs:

Presentation Programs:

Fabrication Skills:

Autodesk Revit, Rhinoceros 3D, Auto CAD, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illus-trator , Maxwell Rendering, KeyShot, Grasshopper, ArcGIS, Karamba, V-ray, La-dyBug

ACADEMIC WORK: ARCTIC SEARCH AND RESCUE BASE

Observatory

Dining Area

Snow Stack

Second Floor: Observatory

Multi-media room

Pile

Double glazing

Metal Frame

Roof Truss

Glazing Meeting area

Glazing Meeting area

Double glazing

Metal Frame

Pile

Light Cube

Community Training

Observatory area

Slim Window

Roof Truss

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Wood Snow Stack

Vertical Section Perspective

INTENSE LIGHT

BOTTOM OPENNING

FILTERED SKYLIGHT

NARROW OPENING//THICKNESS

STRATEGY ICON

SCENES

SNOW STACK

LIGHT ATOMOSPHERE

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Office Area Clinic Area Reception Area

Waiting Area

Ward

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Community Area

Slim Window

Glazing

Glazing Waiting Area

Roof Truss

Support Module

Slim Window

PilePile

Metal Frame

Double glazing

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SNOW STACK

ACCUMULATION SNOW BY ROOF

DRIPPING FACADE

NARROW OPENING/THICKNESS

DARK ATOMOSPHERE

Physical Model

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Slim Window

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Metal Frame

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Illumination Bridge

During the observation phase of this studio, we found the disconnection between individuals and their

environment that we observe urge us to seek the seamless connection between them. This project propose

a series of lighting conditions that promotes psychological cognitive and physical well-being thus connect the

individuals and the environment seamlessly.

The modular phase of this proposal is to test out the various properties of light in the arctic and to

construct a guideline of design prototypes in order to create a mentally and physically healthy environment for

people in the arctic to work efficiently in the summer and celebrate their harvest and heritage in the winter.

Using light as a guide line, the deployment phase of this proposal is to provide a base for the north

slope borough(NSB) search and rescue department(SAR), helping them operate effectively under any season

and weather conditions. By applying the modular design of various bottom openings, snow/ice accumulation

and re-arrangement of building materials, this deployment is to build an effective collection of structures

that carry the aircraft traffic and maintenance, home for staff and volunteers, spaces for rescuees, a friendly

learning environment for the trainees and a welcoming hub for the local residents and the visitors.

Staff offices: Receptation Office Pilots Working Office Rescue Staff Office NSB Managers Office SAR administration

Health Clinic: Medical Storage Room Clinic Room Waiting Area Consulting Area Observation Room Doctor Office

Accomodation:Pilots Resting room Pilots Dining room Sports room

Site： 2008-1760 Ahkovak St,Barrow, AK 99723Area:6386MProgram Area:35000ft

Light

Environmental System

Modules Dark

Search and Rescue Center Extention Design in Barrow, AK

Jing Huang, Sihan Lai, Mengzhe Ye

Urban Strategy

Modules

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

Urban Texture

Ground Condition Airport & School

Architecture Texture Transportation

Site Condition

Strategy 1

Strategy 2

Strategy 3

Strategy 4

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Module 2

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Module 4

Ground Condition: Vegetation 1


Ground Condition: Ice & Dirt 1


Ground Condition: Ice 1


Ground Condition: Snow 1


Ground Condition: Ice & Vegetation

Ground Condition: Vegetation

Ground Condition: Snow

Ground Condition: Normal

Ground Condition: Ice




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During the observation phase of this studio, we found the disconnection between individuals and their environments. Our observation urges us to seek the seamless connection between people and spaces. This project propose a series of lighting conditions that pro-motes psychological cognitive and physical well-being thus connect the individuals and the environment seam-lessly.

The modular phase of this proposal is to test out the various properties of light in the arctic environ-ment and to construct a guideline of design prototypes in order to create a mentally and physically healthy envi-ronment for people in the arctic to work efficiently in the summer and celebrate their harvest and heritage in the winter.

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8183 Residents

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ACADEMIC WORK: BROOKLYN MIXED USE

ACADEMIC WORK: BALTIMORE LIBRARY ACADEMIC WORK: BALTIMORE PIANO HOUSE

PROFESSIONAL WORK: URBAN PLANNING AND PUBLIC ART CENTER

UPPAC – David Chipperfield Architects

View from the plaza 自广场望向本建筑的效果

Location plan 项目区位图

Concept sketch 概念草图

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An open Forum for the Citizens

We understand the new Urban Planning and Public Art Center (UPPAC) as a didactic centre. A cultu-ral complex that offers spaces to hold social and cultural activities, private meetings and education services. It will be a hub for learning and consultation in regards to the district. Our proposal wants to open up the dialogue, turning the building into a forum of interaction between the citizens and the developing city. The transparency of the grand conference hall, the visual connection with the city model from all levels, and the freedom of circulation inside the building is representative of the image of more open and democratic governance.The UPPAC will maximize social and intellectual interaction. The innovative modes of presentation will make the new urban planning centre an exciting place for all generations.

The two main Elements

The large city model is re-thought and converted into a grand relief on a wall in the heart of the buil-ding. The model would no longer be a quiet display, but a dynamic and interactive tool for audiences to learn about Pudong.The grand conference hall will be a representative and multifunctional space. It can be opened to the surrounding glass-walled circulation space, thus allowing passers-by to visually participate in the event. The conference hall can be used not only for the regular government meetings but also for other conferences, exhibitions or banquets.

公众参与的开放论坛

新建的浦东城市规划和公共艺术中心(以下简称“UPPAC”)是一个教学中心，这座文化建筑可供举办社

会文化活动，进行研讨会并提供相关教育服务，成为了解、咨询和商议浦东相关事宜的中心。设计旨

在开放对话，将这座建筑变为促进城市发展与市民互动的论坛和集会场所。大会议厅的透明设计，建

筑各层与城市模型的视觉联系，建筑内部所设计的灵活流线，凡此种种，皆为树立一个更开放和民主

的城市管理形象所采取的措施。

UPPAC将极大地推动社会文化的交流与互动。创新的展示形式将使这座新的城市规划中心成为令各代人

都为之兴奋向往的去处。

两大主要元素

设计中将大型城市模型转换为一个设在建筑心脏位置的大型浮雕。模型不再是静候参观的展品，而是

一个通过与观众互动，助其了解浦东的充满生命力的工具。

大型会议厅是代表性的多功能空间。可向周边的全玻璃交通空间敞开，方便与经过此处的行人产生视

觉沟通，给予其参与感。会议厅不仅可供日常政府会议使用，还可供举行其他会议、展览或宴会。

1 An open forum for Pudong 浦东新区的开放论坛

Cultural park 文化公园(1:5000)





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