G E N E R AT I O NTRIMIRA GARACH | PORTFOLIO 2012
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITERATION
ORGANISATION
GENERATION
APPLICATION
EXPERIMENTATION
SIMPLIFICATION
Introduction and Resume
Stereotomic and Tectonic Structures
Sustainable Design
Public Spaces and Private Archives
Homes at Work
Technique and Media
TRIMIRA GARACHWaterloo School of Architecture | Class of 2015 | ID# 20379218
OBJECTIVE
INTERESTS
SKILLS
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
CONTACT
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
2010 - Present
February 2012- April 2012
To obtain a position of active contribution and support within an architectural practise.
Bachelor of Architectural Studies Honours, Co-op program at the University of Waterloo. > Academic Distinction(s): 2011 Winter Term - Dean’s Honour List 2010 - Herb Tait Award for excellence in English (OSSD) 2010 - Ken Manuel Award for excellence in Law (OSSD) 2010 - Visual Arts Honour Award (OSSD)
Junior Architectural Assistant - Elemental Architects (Etobicoke, ON)> Assisted in preparation of both site plan and building permit drawings for custom residential projects.> Produced both standard construction details (e.g. foundation underpinning) and atypical details (e.g. custom staircase).> Actively participated in the design development of two large residences. Feedback from clients was received, carefully considered, and consequently acted upon.
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> AutoCAD> Adobe Creative Suite 5 (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign)> Rhinocerous 4.0 (NURBS Modeling Software)> VRay for Rhinocerous > Revit Architecture 2012 (Basic Training) > Microsoft Offi ce> Experience using CNC machines in conjunction with AutoCAD and CorelDRAW
> Profi cient in hand-drafting > Profi cient in the production of architectural models using various materials including basswood, museum board, millboard, cardboard, and plaster.
> Good communication skills, Example - Was co-president of the Multcultural Awareness Committee of my high school.> Strong critical thinking, Example - Strong performance in both high school Law and university Iconography where arguments of sound analysis are required.> Good time management, Example - Completed a variety of tasks for multiple ongoing projects within a busy architectural practise.
> The pursuit of architecture as a medium through which one may improve the average individual’s quality of life and work. > The implementation of lighting systems as a method of alleviating the effects of ailments such as Seasonal Affective Disorder.
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Analog
August 2011 FulfilledbasicclericaldutiesattheofficeofDr.AnjanaA.NaikinSarnia,Ontario.>Tasksincluded:Sortingandfilingpatientinformation,answeringphonecalls,restockingstandardmedicalequipment,anddirectingpatientstoexaminationrooms.
Member of the Teen Advisory Group of the Sarnia Public Library. >Responsibilities:Organisingeventstobringteensintothelibrary,settingupdisplaysthroughoutthelibrary, and discussing the purchase of new material for the library.
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GENERATION“... and the fantasy came alive as I stared at the stone.”
ThisrecollectionfrommychildhoodisanexampleofthekindandqualityofmemorythatIwishtocreatewithmyworkinthefuture.Asastudentofarchitecture,Ihavecometounderstandthatitisthegenerationoftheideabehindtheworkthatisoftenresponsiblefortheproject’sabilitytoevokesignificantthoughtsandemotions.Each individual designs differently and generates ideas through a combination of methods. In an attempt to discoveraprocessofdesignthatisuniquetomyselfandwillallowmetorealisemyaspirations,Ihavetriedtoapproachprojects indifferentwaysandtomeasurethesuccessofeachmethod.Thefollowingcollectionofwork is representative of this endeavour and the progress I have made thus far.
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DINING ROOM
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HT Mar 2012PROPOSED LAYOUTFoster's Residence1309 Ambleside Dr., Mississauga
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11-0020Foster's Residence1309 Ambleside Dr., Mississauga
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APPLICATIONTERM_2A Co-op> PROJECT_Foster’s Residence> FIRM_Elemental Architects> DESIGNED AND RENDERED BY_ Huy Truong> LOCATION_Mississauga, ON> GFA_380.89 SQM> EDITED_ February - April 2012
APPLICATION_Summary> Skills and knowledge gained during academic terms was utilized in the design of custom homes. > Project was picked up in design development and site plan stages, and continuously updated in order to ensure that the associated set of drawings were always correct. > As design problems arose, a variety of methods were used to successfully resolve conflicts.
PROJECT_Foster’s Residence (Cape Cod Style Residence)> Major contributions include: > The resolution of conflicting bathroom and laundry spaces on the second floor.> The alignment of the interior spaces with the exterior roof pitches and windows.> Reviewing and making amendments to comply with City of Mississauga residential zoning by-laws.> Issuing and sending drawings out for client review, recieving comments, and making appropriate changes with the guidance of the principal architect.
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BASEMENT WALKOUT
G.F.A. - 6086.04 SQ FT
APPLICATIONTERM_2A Co-op>PROJECT_KapoorResidence(DesignDevelopment)> FIRM_Elemental Architects>DESIGNEDANDRENDEREDBY_HuyTruong>LOCATION_Toronto,ON> GFA_548.12 SQM> EDITED_ March - April 2012
DESIGNDEVELOPMENT
> Exercise: Review clientcomments and make am-mendments to existing planwithout taking away from the conceptual premise of a grand,multigenerationalfam-ily home.
The solution shown is a re-sponse to the following com-ments:>ReduceG.F.A.(general)>Eachroommin.12’x14’> Reduce asian kitchen> Reduce size of suite ongroundfloor>1closetmin.13’x15’(w/island)> Incorporate a basement walkout
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HT HT As Shown HTPoce Residence318 Stills Lane, Oakville
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01>Smallprojecttoincreasenumberof accessible parking spaces.>Drawing,zoningchart,andlayoutwereall personally completed.> Drawing was then directly sent for client review.
PROJECT_PoceResidence(Stair)>Stairwasdesigned,detailed,andsenttoclientwithin12workinghours.
02>Designincludesthe48”x12”x4”pinewoodtreadspurchasedbyclient.>Detailofstairincludescorrectlydimensionedtreads,handrail,stringer,andC.R.Laurencehardware.>StairiscompliantwiththeOntarioBuildingCode.03 > Sketch renders were produced in order to allow the client to have a better spatial understanding of the stair.
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Rendered interior lighting studies were conducted in order to determine themostbeneficialprogrammewithregardtopassiveheating/coolingand thermal comfort. Samples of the study appear as follows:
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Bioswale6 - Pebbles7 - Eco Retention Soil Mix8 - Granular Layer9 - Perforated Pipe
SIMPLIFICATIONTERM_2A> COURSE_Environmental Building Design> MEDIA_Rhinocerous 4.0, VRay, Photoshop, Illustrator> COLLABORATION WITH_Mona Dai> COMPLETED_December 2012
SIMPLIFICATION_Summary
> A common vernacular home was ab-stracted and divided into two masses.> The necessities of a home were listed and evaluated.> Unnecessary spaces were reduced or eliminated in order to create more efficient and multi-functional spaces.> Passive heating and cooling strategies were considered in order to reduce the en-vironmental impact of the home.
PROJECT_ACSA Sustainable Home Competition> The requirements of the competition stip-ulate that house must be under 90 SQM, feature three bedrooms, be wheelchair ac-cessible, etc. > A vernacular home was chosen as the premise due to its small footprint and eco-nomic planning.> The vernacular mass was altered in order to better accommodate sustainable design features such as the installation of BIPV.
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Detail
Vegetation150 mm Top SoilDrainage BoardWaterproofing Membrane (Wrapped 150 mm over edge into Gutter)12.5 mm OSB Exterior Sheathing38 mm x 235 mm Rafter
Burlap filter clothGravelPerforated Drain PipePre-fabricated Fascia Board1 200 mm Weather Proofing (from edge)38 mm x 235 mm End Joist38 mm x 235 mm Ceiling JoistBaffle285 mm UltraTouch Denium InsulationGutterPerforated Soffit
SIMPLIFICATION
Detail: South Facade Window Section
Aluminum FlashingHoover Window Head
Drip Cut (6% Slope)Hoover Window
Louvers (Oriented at 19.6 Degrees)Hoover Window Sill
Casement Window HeadDouble-glazed, Low-e, Argon-filled
Casement Window Casement Window Sill
Awning Window HeadAwning Window
Awning Window SillDrip Cut (extends 25 mm past
cladding)
*Detail Reference: Marvin Windows and Doors
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MODULARITY_The Kit of Parts>Thehouseisanassemblyofprefabricated, standardised panels. > The panels are to be manufactured nearby and transported to the site when needed.>On-sitewasteandconstructiontimesare dramatically reduced. >Simpleandefficientconstructionisfacilitated.
01>MostFrequentlyUsedElements>Standardsizesoffibrecementcladdingwereusedtoestablishapanelwidthof450mm.Rimjoistsofindividualpanelsare connected via removeable steel connectors.
02 > The Southern Facade>Thisfacadefeaturesawning,casement,andhooverwindows that act together to alleviate the thermal discomfort associated with the stack effect.
03>ExteriorElements>Exteriorelementsincludeunitsofgreenroof,buildingintegratedphotovoltaicpanels,andgardenbedmodules.
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ORGANISATIONTERM_1B> COURSE_Design Studio> MEDIA_Graphite on Velum, Basswood, Plexiglass> COMPLETED_April 2011
APPLICATION_Summary
> The collection of artifacts were as-sessed in order to determine general lighting and storage requirements. > An investigation of the site was com-pleted and site parameters were deter-mined.> Concepts of the investigation were applied through a ‘funneling’ of the public and official personnel through-out the building. > Programmatic elements were re-solvedthroughfiveiterations.>Thekeyelement,amethodofstor-age,wasestablishedandusedtounitethe public and private spaces.
PROJECTCCAArchive
> Designed as a Toronto outpost for the Montreal-based CCA. > The archive features a central light well that cuts through all three storeys of the building. >Thiscorridor,usedbytheoccupantsexclusively as a stairwell, also servesto strictly divide the private and public spaces of the building. > Public spaces are enclosed by glaz-ing, whereas privates spaces are en-closed by opaque walls. > The severity of this division is less-ened by the ribbon of storage that wraps around both public and private spaces.
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ExhibitionSpaces ArchivistOffices
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PUBLIC SPACES PRIVATE SPACES STORAGEWhere there is apparent circulation spaceadjacenttooraroundthevariousprogrammatic elements, storage pan-els have been installed along the exte-rior walls of the archive. This allows the public, thearchivists,and the research-ers a circulation space in which they may come in contact with each other as they peruse the material.
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TERM1B>COURSE Design Studio>MEDIA Plaster >COMPLETEDJanuary2011
>Thisprojectwasaninvolvedprocessofmakingandmakingagain.> Each iteration became a source of minor changes.> These minor changes were recorded and constantly visually communicated.> Prevalent ideas became apparent.> These ideas were then carefully altered and reconciled. >Variableswerethenisolatedandmanipulatedinordertogaugetheireffectonthewhole.> The ultimate form was a product of careful consideration and construction.
PROJECT Stereotomic and Tectonic Structures> How does one transform a stereotomic structure to a tectonic structure?> Stereotomic forms were arbitrarily generated.> The most successful form was thoroughly documented.> The documentation was treated as a source of raw information.>Thisinformationwasthenrefinedthroughiteration.>Thefinal,tectonicformwasproducedasaculminationoftheprocess.
The first stage of the project was to arbitrarily generate astereotomic form using balloons and plaster. Three iterations were completed,ofwhichthesecondwasselectedforfurtherdevelopment.
01 > Detail - Iteration #3 02 > Top Elevation - Iteration #103 > Detail - Iteration #104 > Front Elevation - Iteration #205 > Perspective - Iteration #106 > Side Elevation - Iteration #2
Iteration #2 was selected for further development due to the successofthesecondaryvoidswithintheformandthefinequalityandsmoothfinishoftheplastercast.
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01 > Initial documentation of the cast. > Total: 4 elevations and 3 sections>Axonometricdrawingconstructedin order to document the stereotomic voids and their distribution.
02 > Two of the initial sections were selected and then transformed using a series of linear and radial operations > Parts of drawing copied and reintegrated using rays and rotation > Rays of light became a uniting theme as a laser was used to document the cast initially
Three drawings were taken from the second composition and were presented as an intersection of three planes.Information was interpolated in order to conceptualise a three dimensional form.Raysusedonceagaintovisualisetheformbeforeitwassimplifiedandbrokendownintofourindividualtemplatepieces(top).
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Model Iteration #1Template pieces were cut and lightly scored so that they would be able to curve into the drawn forms. Pieces were connected using paper staples instead of glue.Intended to lock together and become one unit. Formwasultimatelydeemedtooflimsyandnottruetotheintentionoftheformasasingle,fluidentity.
Model Iteration #2A tesselation was chosen as the new ‘fabric’ of the model.Small,repeatingunitsallowedforauniformlydividedmodel.Naturalcurvatureoftesselationresultedinevenlyroundedsurfaces.Completedmodelflexibleduetoplasticisedbondholdingeachoftheindividualtesselatedunitstogether.Constructed of 47 individual basswood units.
ModelIteration#2(PreliminaryModel)Curvature of tesselation tested using lightweight paper. Wire used to create frame to hold paper tesselation. Modelusedthroughoutconstructionofthefinalbasswoodasamapofhowmany units were necessary to complete the form.Standeditedoutoffinalmodel.
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01 This desert oasis is located in the Acacus mountains of the Sahara desert in Libya. A weary traveler mayrestintheoasisforanightortwoastheyfindrefugefromthegustsofsandandscorchingdeserttemperatures. The walls of the oasis are made of mud and lime brick that has been reinforced with palm tree wood that isnativetothearea.Rockformationsserveasthermalmasstowers,andasmallwellprovidesasourceof water for the traveler. Athintensilecanopydrawsairintotheoasisandallowsittocoolandstratifybeforeitwarmsoncemore,rises,andisdrawnoutoftheoasis.
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EXPERIMENTATIONTERMGrade11(OSS)> COURSE Technological Design> MEDIAPlywood(CNCMachine)> COMPLETEDJune2009> COMPLETED WITH Sarah Robertson
> This dinosaur puzzle was recreated from an original children’s toy.>Thepiecesofthetoyweretraced,numbered,importedintoAutoCAD,andthentraced.>Thescaleofthepuzzlewasdoubled(toafinallengthof70cm).>AllAutoCADfilesweresavedinCorelDRAW.>ACNCmachinewaspersonallyusedtocutallpieces. >Eachpiecewasindividuallysandedtofit.> Model was then assembled.
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THANK YOU.I appreciate your time and look forward to hearing from you soon.
TRIMIRA GARACH