The next stage is building the 3D and rendering...

Card Model

Working in teams, we had to build a simple scale card model of the exterior of the building for an athlete. It took about two and a half weeks to make it but we finally completed it and I am happy with the results.

Relief Board

Inspired by Zaha Hadid's designs I made an architectural abstract relief board as one of the task for the first project this academic year.

Barnham Pavilion Chicago, USA

2009 Built,
floor 120 sqm.,
site 500 sqm., footprint 300 sqm.

Built in Millennium Park as part of the Burnham Plan celebrations, reflecting the Chicago's long tradition of embracing cutting edge architecture in intricate but fluid structure that incorporates hidden traces of Burnham and Bennet's original 1909 plans to redevelop the city.

Reference  http://chicago-outdoor-sculptures.blogspot.com/2009/08/burnham-pavilions-zaha-hadid.html

               

 http://www.zaha-hadid.com/architecture/burnham-pavillion/

Atelier Notify Paris, France

2006 -TBC
Size 500sqm

The Atelier Notify constitutes a hybrid part shop, part production line, presenting a fluid facade to the exterior, striking an elegant sculptural gesture within creating a powerful dynamic flow which moves customers through both - the space and the processes involved in the creation of denim garments.

References:    http://www.zaha-hadid.com/architecture/atelier-notify/

                     http://allhitecture.com/search.php?q=Hadid

                     http://blog.vladimirantonov.ru/2010/11/ron-arad-restless-part-2/

Abu Dhabi Performing Arts Centre

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates


2007-TBC
 hight 62m, width 135m, lenght 490m including Bridge, floor area 62 770sqm., footprint 25 800 including bridge, levels 4 underground and 10 above

A growing organism that spreads through successive branches which form the structure like 'fruits on the vine'

The new Performing Arts Centre is housing five theaters, music hall, concert hall and opera house conceived as a sculptural form, emerging naturally from the intersection of pedestrian pathways within a new cultural district

Reference:
http://desmena.com/?p=49
http://www.zaha-hadid.com/architecture/abu-dhabi-performing-arts-centre/

Zaha Hadid Architects

The first woman to win the Pritzker Prize for Architecture in its 26 year history, Zaha Hadid has defined a radically new approach to architecture by creating buildings with multiple perspective points and fragmented geometry to evoke the chaos of modern life. Her designs and architecture are well-known world wide and because of their modern and futuristic look, they are one of our main inspiration for the collaborative project we have been given. 

Guangzhou Opera House
Guangzhou, China 2003-2010

70 000 sqm Minicipal Government, built.

At the heart of Guangzhou's cultural sites development, a lasting state-of-the-art monument to the new millennium overlooking the Pearl River. Its contoured profile, unique twin boulder design and approach promenade enhances urban function, open access to the riverside and dock areas and creates a new dialogue with the emerging town.

Image reference: www.dezeen.com

http://www.zaha-hadid.com/architecture/guangzhou-opera-house/

Xsite Public Art Projets

A part from the commercial projects the company is involved in many public related projects:

- the creation sculptural celebration of the River Tyne and its increasing salmon population in May 2005

- the  design of a touring exhibition and events space in Woodhorn Clliery museum in September 2006

- designs a new digital creative centre for Digital City, Middlesbrough in 2007 as well as design the look and feel of DOTT 07 festival

- 2008 designs the Vision Information Point for Barnard Castle Vision

Reference:
http://www.xsitearchitecture.co.uk/portfolio.htm

Xsite Future Project Trinity Cambers - Middlesbrough

Conversion of an old warehouse building into 25,000 sqf. of office space for speculative letting.

The structure of a new mezzanine structure provides floor space for offices organised around a central atrium 'street'. A roof light lantern projects through the apex of the warehouse roof, providing daylight tot the deep building plan and forming a striking feature in the building roof space. External over-cladding with black profiled  metal provides a faint pin-stripe aesthetic with projecting vertical box windows and coloured reveals, creating a bold adaptation of the industrial aesthetic.

Tofee Factory - Newcastle

The design of the refurbished Victorian factory aims to retain and exploit the qualities of the existing brick structures and extending it to provide 2,600 sqm. of office space.

I think that the renovation of the building is a great way to modernize it and provide all of that extra space for office and commercial purposes. I also respect the fact that some of the existing features of the old Victorian factory are kept untouched, such as the brick structure and chimney. The bright colours and the illuminating lights give a feel of individuality and character of the whole building.

Reference:
http://www.onenortheast.co.uk/page/news/article.cfm?articleId=4486

Industry awareness & North East Design Company Investigation

I have been researching some of the companies operating in The North East in order to get better understanding of the market and the companies within the Interior design and architecture industry. I looked at Xsite Architecture:

Boho One - Middlesbrough.  3,200 sqm. office building, providing workplace in Digital Sector. The building has been awarded couple of times as Best Sustainable Building in 2009, Awarded by BREEM Excellent, using a ground source heat pump and wind turbines as well as natural daylight and ventilation to minimize the building's energy consumption. in 2010 as Best Workplace Building by RICS North East Renaissance Awards.

Plovdiv, Bulgaria Personal Photos

In terms of architecture, the main street Nikola Giaurov is more modern than the Old Plovdiv with its Art Deco and Art Neuveau buildings. Many of them are used as galleries, private accommodations, shopping centers and clubs.

http://plovdivcity.blogspot.com/2010/11/art-nouveau-building.html