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MSc Urban Studies and Bachelor of Architecture Work Samples_2014
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2014 PortfolioSara Bonett
ContentsMSc Urban Studies, 2013-2014University College London Development Proposal_Newham, London, 2014................................. p 6
Bachelor of Architecture, 2008-2013Philadelphia University eNtokozweni_Alexandra, South Africa, 2013........................................ p 14
CABE_Philadelphia, 2012..................................................................... p 22
Study Abroad_Rome, 2012................................................................... p 34
Minor in Photography, 2009-2013Philadelphia University 35mm Digital, 2013............................................................................... p 40
View Camera, 2011............................................................................... p 42
35mm Film, 2010.................................................................................. p 44
Contact Information............................................................................................ p 46
I gained knowledge in the field of urban architecture through my coursework in both Urban Studies and Architecture, earning degrees in both. I used my experience in both fields to complete my dissertation, when I spent four weeks in a developing township in South Africa studying community participation in architectural development. My own professional expe-rience includes four summer internships at architecture firms where I learned the importance of designing as a team and displaying initiative. Through my past experiences, I’ve gained an increased interest in professional solutions to the challenges of urban architecture.
This portfolio is a representation of the work I completed during my undergraduate and graduate degrees. One planning project is included from my MSc in Urban Studies, completed at University College London and four undergraduate architecture projects are included from my Bachelor of Architecture, completed at Philadelphia University.
My own design technique and belief is to work closely with other fields of design to collaborate ideas for projects. I believe that a building has the potential to impact a com-munity at a level beyond the site the building is situated on, however to do so it must work with other projects throughout the area as reference and inspiration to grow cohesively.
In addition to my portfolio I also have a completed dissertation that researches the role of community participation in architetural development in alexandra Township South Africa
Introduction
Development ProposalBorough of Newham, London UK
During a four-week intensive period stu-dents were put together in groups to pre-pare a report including an analysis of the Newham area and proposals for in-terventions to intiate redevelopment.
Newham is a mixed-typology borough un-dergoing a series of development projects dubbed as London’s next area for potential redevelopment. This report consists of four main areas of analysis: North Woolwich - resi-dential, Albert Island - industrial, Beckton - Uni-versity of East London and the River Thames.
Context
Methodology & Analysis
Synthesized Analysis
Vision
Interventions
Principles Guidelines
Breaking Barriers Reactivate Public Space
Compilation of SWOT
Weaknesses and Strengths
Strengths Address Weaknesses
Three Main Weaknesses
Top-Down Planning
Social Frang-mentation
Physical Frag-mentaton
This report is composed of an analysis based on six lenses that was combined into a list of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. This SWOT was then re analyzed and filtered into two sections; common weak-nesses and potentials. From this condensed analysis the vision started to develop and four principles were identified. These four princi-ples were then further developed into a set of guidelines covering a vast number of ideas to achieve on site. Once the vision had focus the guidelines were reduced and interventions were developed, keeping the principles in mind.
Beckton
Albert Island
North Woolwich
Business Port
Newham Bldg UEL CampusExcel
ResidentialDevelopment
Existing Conditions Current Regeneration Proposed Regeneration Council Building
Strengths & OpportunitiesPhysical Fragmentation
Existing physical barriers and controlled spacesLack of connection between the three areas
Underused and abandoned public spacesDifficult pedestrian and public experience
Lack of public spaces and activities for different age groupsLack of connecion with the docks and riverfront
Social FragmentationArea becoming a social stigma
Lack/unseen community organizationIncome and education disparities
Public spaces exclude minority groups
Top Down Master PlanningPrivatization and large scale developments
Threat of gentrificationTop-down development plans/excluding the locals
Considerable amount of designed public spaces
Area is well served in terms of transport infrastructure
The availability of the river as a big public space
Relatively young population
Histroical value: Docks
UEL as a strong asset
Site included in the London walk: Pathways in Albert Island
Regional transport system: airport
Good quality existing houses
Presence of heritage sites and conservation areas
GLA green enterprise zone
Developing links with UEL
People’s panel: initiative by Newham council
Principles & Guidelines
EnablementProviding the locals with tools to support them in creating their own initiatives, listening to their voices and building on smal scale bottom up initiatives.
ConnectivityBreaking physical and social barriers be-tween and within the areas to enhance the existing networks and involving various stakeholders.
ExchangeTriggering linkes between key actors who have an active presence in the area to generate catalytic partnerships based on pre-existing assets.
InclusionPositioning the locals at the center of the development process and regeneration of the site to foster a sense of belonging.
Supportive and triggering small scale, bottom-up development initiatives that involve locals
Creating transitional spaces that connect the three areas
Reactivating neglected public spaces and promoting activities that accommodate for existing cultural diversity
Transforming the area into pedestrian and cycle friendly spaces
Developing links between local stakeholders to create social and physical networks
Reusing existing abandoned buildings as potential sites for com-munity activites
Reviatalizing the connection with the riverfront and the docks as the element that physically connects three sites
G1
G2
G3
G4
G5
G6
G7
Cycle Paths UEL/Docks Riverfront/Cinema Public Spaces
Interventions
Public Square
eNtokozweni Community CenterAlexandra Township, Johannesburg, South Africa
eNtokozweni is an existing community cen-ter in Alexandra Township close to central Johannesburg, South Africa. This project was an introduction in design in development in communities with over population and minimal funds. Most of the design process took place in Philadelphia, PA, however interaction between the client and the architect was conducted weekly.
The main intent of the project was to design a self sustaining building in terms of energy and financial stability. Students had to keep in mind that the site is a national heritage site and therefore had many building restrictions.
Projects were presented to representatives in the communities and construction delivera-bles were provided for the community centre to move forward with the deisgn and con-struction of an upgraded sustainable center.
Context
Site & Program Analysis
Metrobus 40
Metrobus 85
Metrobus 30
Met
robu
s 11
Public Transit
Metrobus 60
N1 Western Bypass
To Downtown Johannesburg
To Airport
To Sandton
Main Roads
De V
illers
Graa
f Moto
rway
River
Site Location
eNtokozweni Community Centre
N
S
W E
Warm WindCold WindShared Direction
SWITCH-DATES(APR 15 + SEP 15) ALLOW DIRECT LIGHT PENETRATION BETWEEN
40 - 56
IDEAL LOUVER RATIO
SUMMERSOLSTICE
88
WINTERSOLSTICE
41
Garden Unoccupied Daycare Site KeeperGymKitchen
Climate Context Culture
12
3 4 6
10
9712 11
8
1. Daycare2. Classroom
3. Library4. Dining
5. Multi-Purpose 6. Office Block7. Tech Center
8. Entrance9. Auditorium
10. Gymnasium11. Public Meeting
12. Twala Memorial13. Retail
14. Security15. Bathroom
16. Kitchen17. Storage
5
17 16 1315 14
Private Use in Building
High Security
Public Use in Building
Public Use General
To contextually ground my project I fo-cused on using building materials that were most practical for Alexandra Town-ship. Program development was another main focus of my project as the centre had to accomodate all ages in the township.
Projects were presented to representatives in the communities and construction delivera-bles were provided for the community centre to move forward with the deisgn and con-struction of an upgraded sustainable center.
Design Proposal
Long Section
Revenue
Security
Youth ProgramsInitial Ground Floor
Initial Second Floor
Ground Floor
Cross Section
Final Design ProposalThe design proposal for the eNtokozweni com-munity center was prepared in collaboration with local resident’s to gain an understanding of the appropriate programmatic elements to inclued in the design. The proposal included three main focuses - youth development, reve-nue generating, and high security. The existing daycare is also a part of the new proposal in order to save funds after resident’s expressed the success of the program and the want for funds to be invested in other areas. Sustain-able features include efficient lighting, roof gar-dens, water collection, and good ventilation.
Interior
Final Renderings
Convertable SpaceMain Entrance
Exterior
CABE_Philadelphia UniversityPhiladelphia, PA, USA
After the accredidation year at Philadelphia University the College of Architecture and the Built Environment received feedback that all programs must be in a single build-ing when the time for the next accredidation process occurs. The university took this op-portunity to open the design up to fifth year students. CABE would have to meet all zon-ing requirements and fit in with the campus dynamic while becoming an architectural icon.
Students were required to provide construction documents and structural information on all as-pects of the building as if it were ready to be sent to the contractors for building. Revit and Auto-Cad were both used to complete the drawings. Various model studies and final models were built do depict the project three-dimensionally.
Context
CLASS TIMES MEAL TIMES
PATHS/HENRY AVE
STUDENT CENTER
ACADEMIC BUILDINGS
ARCHITECTURE BUILDING
RESIDENCE HALLS
WEEKENDS
SUMMER
HOLIDAYS
FREE
PER
IOD
RAIN
Y
SUNNY
Paths/Henry AvenueStudent CenterAcademic BuildingsArchitecture BuildingResidence Halls
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture Architectural Studies Construction Management
Pedestrian Population Demographics
Analysis & Initial Models
Ground Floor
Basement Second Floor
The final design of CABE intednded on act-ing as a location on campus where collab-oration could occur. The interior includes a large atrium that can act as public space or can be divided to use for smaller activ-ities such as crits. The intent of the building is to engage all of Philadelphia University in the Architecctural Showcases at CABE.
Final Drawings
Section
Details
Final Drawings & Models
Studio Shading Study_Open
Studio Shading Study_Closed
Main EntranceFinal Renderings
Main Entrance Atrium Space
Study Abroad RomeRome, Italy
Rome is one of the oldest cities in the world. During a four month study abroad term stu-dents were introduced to many of the most influential sites for architecture. As a final project for the semester students studied the Via Papalis and designed an interven-tion that would be historically senstive while addressing the needs of the modern world. Program choice was up to students, how-ever specific site location was assigned.
The road leading Castel St. Angelo to St. Pe-ter’s Church is the very beginning of the Via Papalis. Initially this road was filled with var-ious buildings. During the second world war the buildings were demolished and even-tually vehicular traffic was introduced. This circumstance brings a lot of unwanted noise to the area. Additonally, the area is one of the highest visited by tourists therefore it is important to acknowledge their existence.
Context
Site & Floor PlansThis visitor center was designed to bring back the feel to the Via Papalis that St Peter’s was hidden from the River and Castel St. Angelo. The three story center acted to create a pe-destrian friendly street beyond the building for visitors to enjoy St. Peter’s Church away from the typical crowds that gather.The entire first floor works mainly as a corridor for visitors and the upper floors offer additional programs.
Ground Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
Site Map
Sections & Diagrams
Longitudinal Section
Diagrams
Cross Section
Nolli Map
35mm DigitalView Camera35mm Film
Photography
35mm Digital
35mm Digital
Contact Information
Sara Bonett1211 N. LasalleChicago, IL 60610
[email protected]+1 631 834 1092 (US)
MSc Urban Studies University College London Expected Graduation: November, 2014
Bachelor of ArchitectureMinor: PhotographyPhiladelphia UnivesityGraduated: May, 2013