OLADIMEJI FAKOREDE ARCT 1073 BUILDING DESIGN PORTFOLIO_compressed.pdf
- 1. SKYLAB NINE S T U D I O D E S I G N OLADIMEJI FAKOREDE 001409291-3 U19 ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO ARCT 1073 2024/2025 Tutors - John Bell & Simon Miller UNIVERSITY OF GREENWICH UNIT 19 - HYPER-SPECIFIC URBANISM: AIR RIGHTS
- 2. CONTENT PROJECT INTRODUCTION/PRELIMINARIES Future Rep Project Overview 1 Project Introduction 2 THE SITE Site History Site Photos Site studies/Analyses Site Location Map 3 DESIGN DEVELOPMENT Design concept Design Evolution Precedents 0 KITBASH Pillars of Eternity 4 GENERAL ARRANGEMENTS Floor Plans Sections Elevations Site Layout Plan 5 TECHNICAL STRATEGY Facade Study Structural Strategy Construction Details 6 VISUALISATIONS Animation/Renders 01
- 3. PILLARS OF ETERNITY An Unreal Engine 5 Kitbash Folly 02
- 4. Kitbash Project - Pillars of Eternity The Pillars of Eternity is a kitbash project designed as an introduction to Unreal Engine 5, where the primary goal was to explore the software's tools and workflows rather than produce a fully resolved architectural design. Built using a pre-provided asset kit provided by the unit tutors, the project embraces the idea of a folly—a purely conceptual and decorative structure without a defined function. This creative exercise was intended to familiarize participants with the basics of Unreal Engine, such as applying materials, managing levels, rendering scenes, and setting up animations. The resulting folly is a dramatic vertical composition placed in a rugged, fictional landscape. The central structure is a towering pillar, from which cantilevered glass-and-metal pods extend outward, suspended in midair. The design is just something I played around with by using some vertical and horizontal elements to create a tower like form. The surrounding environment of barren terrain, cliffs, and misty skies complements the otherworldly feel of the folly. Through this project, I was able to learn how to animate a sequence in Unreal Engine 5, as well as navigate, move, scale, duplicate assets and create level sequences . 1 03
- 6. SKYLAB NINE Sky Labs Nine is a high tech air rights development located in Nine Elms, Wandsworth, London. It is designed as a catalyst for the optics and photonics sector and is dedicated to reflecting London’s role as a leader in emerging technologies. The project is set to be a research facility and creates a communal space where the public can experience photonic technology. The project introduces a new level of engagement with advanced technology through a layered and kinetic facade, offering a glimpse into the future of photonic technology. The building being situated in Nine elms serves as a juxtaposition from the sites industrial roots to a hub for emerging, futuristic technology PROJECT INTRODUCTION 05
- 7. Future Rep - THE LIGHTBOX 1 The entire future rep project is an experience. A light experience in Nine Elms. This experience starts on the street level. It is meant to serve as an installation above the site while the plans for the building are being developed. By passers are treated to a majestic light box view, which comes alive at night. The box features a central light core, wrapped with different perforated layers and then a 'light mesh' to complete the stunning light experience. The mesh like architecture is meant to embody the wave nature of light. This mesh then features throughout the images to drive the concept further. The image was made through a series initial modelling on Autodesk evit 2023, rendered using Chaos Enscape 3D 4.1, and post produced in Adobe Photoshop 2023. The entire design process, ideation, iteration, modelling and rendering process is on the blog link. https://of4632w8d52.myportfolio.com PROJECT INTRODUCTION 06
- 8. Future Rep - THE TRANSITION 1 The next image is ‘The transition’. This is meant to serve as a literal link between the exterior image and the interior experience suite of the installation. It is a walkway, where guests are treated to a walkthrough, featuring that mesh like architecture on the walls, and fragments of light, giving them a walkthrough show they had not experienced before . In front there is a a silhouette of a man, standing in front of a portal waiting to be transported into a transcending experience. PROJECT INTRODUCTION 07
- 9. Future Rep - THE EXPERIENCE SUITE 1 The final image is 'the experience suite'... This image serves as the brain box behind the previous two images and the culmination of the experience. Driven by the photonics concept, The experience suite also features that 'light mesh; architecture which features throughout the images and has a central core to which everything is connected to. It then features a 3D model of a photonic integrated circuit board, with lasers at other machinery propagating the light in real time PROJECT INTRODUCTION 08
- 10. PROJECT OVERVIEW PHOTONICS Optical computing or photonic computing uses light waves produced by lasers or incoherent sources for data processing, data storage or data communication for computing. For decades, photons have shown promise to enable a higher bandwidth than the electrons used in conventional computers. one of the major goals of photonics is to move from traditional integrated circuit boards to Photonic Integrated circuit boards. Photonic integrated circuits (PICs), which use light signals instead of electrons for communication, may address these data demands by integrating multiple photonic components on a single platform. Photonics is the physical science of light waves. It deals with the science behind the generation, detection and manipulation of light. Just as electronics deals with the manipulation of electrons to generate electricity, photonics uses photons, the fundamental particles of light to manipulate in different ways. It is an emerging technology but already has applications in a wide range of fields including telecommunications, medical devices, manufacturing, computing, and smartphones and cameras The program of the building is to be the leading technological hub for photonic technology in London. This includes the research of new and emerging photonic applications, as well as the development of small scale photonic hardware as well as the testing of different material for photonic technology. Due to proximity to the site, academic institutions such as The University of Greenwich and Imperial college London may also be involved in the development of the proposal The building is mainly a research centre, but would also be accessible to the public in some areas, to display some of it’s photonic technological developments. An innovation hub centered around optics and photonics aligns well with the site context, as the area is attracting high-tech industries. This field is gaining traction with applications in telecommunications, manufacturing, medical devices, and AI, so having a specialized facility here supports the growth of tech clusters. APPLICATIONS OF PHOTONICS Optical Communication Photonics is essential for fiber optic communications. Supports high-speed internet and long-distance communication. Medical Applications Used in lasers for surgeries and OCT for imaging. Aids diagnostics like endoscopy. Sensing and Imaging Key in high-precision sensors and cameras. Includes LIDAR for self-driving cars and research. Biophotonics Uses light to study biological processes. Applied in medical imaging and therapies such as microscopy or laser based surgerises. Quantum Photonics Explores quantum properties of photons. Aims to enhance computing and secure communications. EMERGING APPLICATIONS optoelectronics silicon photonics GROUP 1 USERS Researchers and Scientists: Specializing in optics, photonics, and related fields such as quantum optics, telecommunications, and medical devices. Startups and Tech Companies: Innovating in areas like photonic computing, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and optical communication. Investors and Venture Capitalists: Seeking to invest in high-tech photonic innovations and startups. GROUP 2 USERS Community Groups and Visitors: Benefitting from public exhibitions, technology demonstrations, and science outreach programs. Manufacturing Partners: Providing prototyping, testing, and development for photonic and optical components. Academics and Students: Engaged in collaborative research, university partnerships, and educational programs related to light-based technologies. BUILDING USERS PROJECT INTRODUCTION 09
- 11. SITE LOCATION: NINE ELMS STATION 51° 28’ 48” N 0° 7’ 46” W WANDSWORTH ROAD, NINE ELMS BATTERSEA, LONDON SW8 4NB UNITED KINGDOM SECTION 2 THE SITE
- 12. Map of Europe highlighting UK Map of UK highlighting London Map of Wandsworth highlighting Nine Elms Nine Elms Map of London highlighting Wandsworth Site Location Map Map of Nine Elms Showing Site THE SITE The site for this project is the Nine Elms Tube station, a part of the Northern Line extension which connects central London to the southwest, improving access and boosting the area’s appeal. The station was opened in 2021. THE SITE 11
- 13. Site History Aerial image of Nine Elms (1946) Aerial image of Nine Elms redevelopment 1870 1890 1950 1910 Present day contemporary Future development The transformation of Nine Elms today respects its rich history while shifting to a sustainable, modern residential district. With thousands of new homes, office spaces, and cultural venues, Nine Elms is fast becoming one of London's most desirable locations. Nine Elms has a rich and varied history that dates back to the Saxon period. The area was originally a marshland, but it gradually developed into an industrial district in the 19th century. During World War II, Nine Elms was heavily bombed, and many of the original buildings were destroyed. Today, Nine Elms is undergoing a major regeneration project, with new housing, offices, and public spaces being built. Site Future Nine Elms is now transforming into a vibrant mixed- use community featuring modern residential, commercial, and cultural developments. The regeneration includes new landmarks such as the US Embassy and Battersea Power Station, making it an attractive zone for innovation-driven industries. The area's name, believed to have been coined in 1645, was inspired by a row of elm trees that once grew alongside the road. The industrial age further shaped Nine Elms' future, with the opening of the Nine Elms railway station in 1838 as a crucial transport link. The railway's expansion disrupted local communities and ultimately led to the station's closure and the area's industrial decline. Central to the region was the iconic Battersea Power Station, which was constructed between 1929 and 1955, providing a significant portion of London's electricity. Since its decommission in 1983, it has evolved from an industrial relic to a focal point of cultural and developmental interest, encapsulating the area's shift towards regeneration. Site progression maps (1870-1950) https://www.propertyloop.co.uk/area-guides/nine-elms- london#:~:text=Nine%20Elms%20has%20a%20rich,the%2 0original%20buildings%20were%20destroyed. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nine_Elms https://hidden-london.com/gazetteer/nine-elms/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/london-district- spotlight-nine-elms-freddie-toomer-ke2we Present day map Future development map Text from: THE SITE 12
- 14. The photos of the site reveal its relationship with its immediate surroundings which contrast high-rise developments with more modern, lower rise structures. The photos also reveal an underground parking which on discovery, changed the design approach for the project, as an access core could not be located in that area. The site also has a gentle slope The west side of the site, where the proposed access point of the new building features electric rooms which power the station, and will also be the location point of the mechanical and electrical plant rooms of the new proposed structure. INDUSTRY TO INNOVATION Site Photos Future Developments Historical Images Nine elms is undergoing a significant development which was planned in the Vauxhall Nine Elms Battersea (VNEB) Opportunity Area (OA) framework in March 2012. Stretching across the two central London boroughs of Lambeth and Wandsworth and strategically positioned on the River Thames opposite Westminster (Nine Elms Development Map, n.d) The framework identifies the capacity It identifies capacity for 16,000 new homes and 20-25,000 jobs, supported in transport terms by a two-station extension of the Northern line from Kennington to Battersea via Nine Elms. As at 2025, the two stations have been completed and the permissible oversite development over the Nine elms train station would be used as the site for Skylab Nine to support the on going development of Nine Elms. By creating a high- density district with residential, commercial, retail, office, and cultural uses, emerging new development will add new character to the area while trying to cause the least amount of disturbance to current residents during construction THE SITE 13
- 15. The site experiences variable sunlight throughout the year, influenced by seasonal changes and surrounding buildings. During summer months (June–August), the sun is higher in the sky, providing longer daylight hours and increased solar exposure. In contrast, during winter (December–February), the sun is lower, resulting in shorter days and potential overshadowing from nearby structures. Given the site's urban context, taller buildings may partially obstruct direct sunlight, affecting passive solar heating potential. Being exposed to direct sunlight, the southward facing facade would be prone to glare from the curtain wall facade, and it lacks shading from surrounding buildings. Designed solutions were then proferred to minimise glare and maximise solar gain and daylight The site experiences an adequate amount of daylighting which creates opportunities for passive design options. It experiences peak amounts of day light from May to September. Daylight then reduces significantly during winter months, particularly between December and January. Wind patterns in the area are primarily influenced by prevailing southwesterly winds, which are common across London. Due to the site’s proximity to the River Thames, wind speeds may be slightly elevated compared to inland areas. The presence of high-rise buildings could create wind tunnels or eddy currents, increasing wind intensity at pedestrian level in certain areas while causing wind shadows in others. Wind/Solar Studies Sainbury’s JSM Digital Media Wilbraham House MAP KEY Adjoining property Proposed Site Prroposed Public Square Noise Existing Property Roads Pedestrian Access Nothern Line Extension Station Access Proposed Access Nine Elms Bus Station Vehicular Access Air rights Development South western Railway THE SITE 14
- 16. N O I S E F R O M R O A D NOISE FROM ROAD COOL AIR COOL AIR WARM AIR COOL AIR WARM AIR SAINSBURY’S SUN PATH SUN PATH Site Analysis CLIMATE - Being situated in London, the site has a temperate oceanic climate, which features cool winters with frequent cloudy skies and rain showers and mild summers. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed all year round, which peaks in October. The site also experiences an adequate amount of daylighting which creates opportunities for passive design options. It experiences peak amounts of day light from May to September. Daylight then reduces significantly during winter months, particularly between December and January. /weatherandclimate.com/united-kingdom/wandsworth/nine-elms#t3 TEMPERATURE/RAINFALL CHART www.worlddata.info/europe/united-kingdom/sunset.php DAYLIGHTING CHART SITE ACCESS - The main access road for the site is Wandsworth (A3036) It accommodates local and through traffic, including buses, and supports various residential, commercial, and retail spaces, crucial for neighborhood connectivity and access to southwest London. SURROUNDING FEATURES- You The site is surrounded mainly by commercial and residential developments,. Its main access road, Wandsworth road, features two Nine Elms station bus stops, on both sides of the road. Behind the side is the overground South Western line rail, THE SITE 15
- 17. SECTION X-X Google Earth Pro x 2232.034m² x The site is relatively flat, with a gentle depression of about 2 metres in height across its area from west to east, before levelling out TOPOGRAPHY Route from Central London to the site Route from London Bridge to the site BATTERSEA POWER STATION Battersea Power Station, an iconic Art Deco landmark in London, was a coal-fired power plant built in the 1930s. Once a major power source, it has now been converted into a mixed- use development featuring shops, offices, and residences. ACCESS ROAD The main access road for the site is Wandsworth (A3036) It accommodates local and through traffic, including buses, and supports various residential, commercial, and retail spaces, crucial for neighborhood connectivity and access to southwest London. BATTERSEA TUBE STATION NEW COVENT GARDEN MARKET Opened in 2021 as part of the Northern Line extension along the site, Battersea Power Station tube station has significantly improved accessibility to the Nine Elms area. The area is also home to New Covent Garden Market, the UK’s largest wholesale market, which supports over 200 fruit, vegetable, and flower traders and employs around 2,500 people. Located along Nine Elms Lane, the U.S. Embassy was designed by Kieran Timberlake and its cubic form is wrapped in transparent ETFE sunshades, balancing security with an open, modern aesthetic. US EMBASSY Surrounding Context The Nine Elms area has undergone some notable changes in the past few years, especially considering the ongoing £15 Billion redevelopment of the region. The site itself is a train station so there is a direct access point by train. It is also a 17 minute drive from central London Nine elms also features developments such as Riverlight Quay, a contemporary riverside development that exemplifies the architectural transformation of Nine Elms. Designed by Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, the development features a series of residential towers with a distinctive stepped form, maximizing views of the River Thames. Other developments include One Nine elms towers, Linear Park, schools and other commercial, retail and residential developments THE SITE 16
- 19. Influences- The Deutsche Bank Headquarters, 21 Moorfields / WikinsonEyre Architects DEUTSCHE BANK HEADQUARTERS Located above Moorgate station's new ticket hall (also designed by WilkinsonEyre), the scheme brings pedestrianized streets, squares, walkways and an extended bridge to the Barbican. It is a key development for regeneration in the undervalued Moorgate area, the recent arrival of the Elizebeth Line triggering the re-evaluation of the area. The scheme incorporates four football field-sized trading floors, which give way to a stepping form of light-filled workplace and amenity floors and west-facing terraces. A separate five-storey wellness building faces the primary building across this square, housing fitness and health studios, showers and bikes. An upper 'crown' hiding in the 'shadow' of a protected St Paul's view, houses the executive, plus client meeting and dining rooms. The public realm has been carefully considered to create a vibrant variety of spaces for both building users and the public. This gives way to a new route for the Barbican Highwalk, allowing a direct sightline from the Barbican to the newly pedestrianized Moorfields via an extended bridge and new escalators. Opening off this are two new quiet city squares designed by Andy Sturgeon, with planting, seating and lighting. External staircases, walkways and building facades are also enhanced with planting, adding to the secluded atmosphere. Crossrail had previously engaged WilkinsonEyre to evaluate solutions for integrating a giant structure into the Moorgate station design that could support future oversite development as it would be impossible to access the new station substructure later. This 'super-pile' later proved critical to the emerging design creating a giant external tripod, supporting an expressive diamond pattern truss which has become the motif for the building. A total of 15 piles were bored to support the massive trusses across the station. Due to the limited space available, these are the highest-capacity piles ever used in London. Text provided from: https://www.archdaily.com/1022442/deutsche- bank-headquarters-wilkinsoneyre DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 18
- 20. Influences- Antwerp Port House / Zaha Hadid Architects ANTWERP PORT HOUSE The new Port House in Antwerp repurposes, renovates and extends a derelict fire station into a new headquarters for the port – bringing together the port’s 500 staff that previously worked in separate buildings around the city. In 2007, when the former 1990s offices of the Port of Antwerp had become too small, the port determined that relocation would enable its technical and administrative services to be housed together, providing new accommodation for about 500 staff. The port required a sustainable and future-proof workplace for its employees, representing its ethos and values in an ever-expanding local and international arena. As the threshold between the city and its vast port, Mexico Island in Antwerp’s Kattendijk dock on Quay 63 was selected as the site for the new head office. The waterside site also offered significant sustainable construction benefits, allowing materials and building components to be transported by water, an important requirement to meet the port’s ecological targets. Following the construction of a new fire station with facilities needed to service the expanding port, the old fire station on the Mexico Island site – a listed replica of a Hanseatic residence – became redundant and relied on a change of use to ensure its preservation. This disused fire station had to be integrated into the new project. The Flemish government's department of architecture, together with the City and Port authorities organized the architectural competition for the new headquarters. Text provided from: https://www.archdaily.com/795832/antwerp-port- house-zaha-hadid-architects DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 19
- 21. Design Studies - Diagrid/Spaceframe Structures Some design studies that were carried out for the design of the building were diagrid and space frame structural systems. Being an air rights building, it was paramount that the building should be of lightweight construction, to reduce the loads on the structural foundation. One of the best ways this could be achieved was through the use steel structures. as steel is lighter than concrete, it only makes sense to use a steel structural system. A diagrid system was also looked at. Structural stability is achieved through the elimination of a traditional post and lintel system by using a truss like system, where the loads are transferred laterally. This approach was then studied to design the primary columns for the building in order to give it a ‘floating’ look, almost similar to the Deutsche bank headquarters by WilkinEyre Architects. Other buildings like the SOM towers were also looked at for the unique diagrid system on the exterior facade. This approach not only enables a lightweight structural system, but also adds to the aesthetic appeal of the building by emphasizing the structure in the architectural language of the building for a ‘high tech; architectural look. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 20
- 22. INITIAL DESIGN CONCEPT/INSPIRATION LIGHT AS A WAVE The design embodies the wave nature of light, representing how photonics harnesses and manipulates light waves to advance technology and light propagation. PROPERTIES OF LIGHT Some properties of light were then looked at and a faceted geometry was developed for the façade, which is inspired by the diffraction and refraction of light waves, creating a dynamic interplay between light and form. This represents the propagation of light in a straight line. TRIANGULATION The form serves as a physical manifestation of wave interference and dispersion, a core principle of photonics. The faceted facade took the shape of a triangle, both for its structural properties, and its relationship to the field of light propagation, optics and photonic technology LIGHT As the program of the building is photonics, one of the main design drivers was light. The building is to contain a layered facade, with one of the layers including a transparent LED screen for dynamic lighting. The proposed layered façade would introduce double glazing as well as a shading exterior, which is set to optimize solar gain and shading, reducing energy consumption while amplifying aesthetic impact. Interactive LED lighting system transforms the building at night Dynamic façade inspired by light wave interference. Faceted geometry optimizes solar shading and energy efficiency Detail showing glazing + LED screen Detail Showing double glazing performance Detail Showing transparent LED screen Reference imagery of dynamic light facade with transparent LED screen Reference imagery of an LED light facade using triangulation elements Reference imagery of a facade using double glazing and LED transparent screen DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 21
- 23. DESIGN EVOLUTION ITERATION 1 This was the first iteration of the facade massing. It was the initial mass form of the building made using Revit. It features a 3 layer facade system, and introduces the triangulation concept as a major driver. This option was then discarded due to its rigidity in form ITERATION 2 This was the second iteration of the facade massing. This featured a more exaggerated form, that sort of made a statement. Its concept was for it to be eye catching and sort of extend beyond the original site boundary, reminiscent of the Antwerp Port house This option had a more fluid and dynamic shape in contrast with the first iteration, however would still be eventually evolve to a new option ITERATION 3 The third iteration is a combination of the initial two. It takes the more dynamic form from the second iteration and merges it with the break ups from the first iteration, taking the best parts of both options and creating a new form DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 22
- 24. DISCLAIMER - All images above are hand-drawn but have been refined, not altered by Prome AI for presentation sake This sketch looks at the forces of the elements and how it would work in practicality. It considers the elements of the column that may be in compression and tension This sketch begins to go into detail on the strategy of the column, looking at iterations of it to make sure the floor space is still usable and not dominated by structural elements. It then explores the option of using different shapes on each floor This sketch looks at the mass of the building and how it does not necessarily need to sit on top of the existing building. It was the first sketch which explored the concept of using a tripod column system to connect the proposed building to the existing building This sketch looks at the roof of the existing Nine Elms station and how it can be used as a public space, or a green area INITIAL STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 23
- 25. The sketch above shows the evolution of the structural system of the building, showing how a truss like diagrid system could transfer the loads to the existing columns. I then produced a sketch of what the diagrid system looks like on the 21 Moorfields building, which was used as a major precedent for the design This sketch shows what the facade of the building would look like. The design has evolved since the production of this sketch, as the sketch used ptfe as a cladding/shading material, which has then evolved to a kinetic facade made with perforated aluminium This sketch shows a draft section of the air rights building, using a tripod column system which rests above the existing station. It also illustrates vertical movement, floor heights and how services may be distributed Initial details of the tripod column were then sketched, to see the span of the column, and if it would need to be reinforced with trusses. DISCLAIMER - All images above are hand-drawn but have been refined, not altered by Prome AI for presentation sake INITIAL STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 24
- 26. DESIGN DEVELOPMENT DESIGN EVOLUTION A main diagrid external frame was modelled which uses the nodes as vertices for each floor, making each level have a slightly different floor plan. it also has an aerodynamic shape to aid airflow. Curtain wall panels were then used to serve as the building envelope After facade studies, a dynamic shading system was implemented during this stage of design to provide shading for the south facing facade. The curtain wall panels were changed to a triangular pattern to match the shape of the dynamic facade The dynamic facade was then modified, keeping its design, but increasing its scale which reduces complexity. The tripod/tree columns were then developed during this stage 25
- 28. SITE LAYOUT PLAN PROPOSED SITE LAYOUT PLAN GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 27
- 29. GROUND FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED (NEW) EXISTING GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 28
- 30. ROOF PLAN PROPOSED (NEW) EXISTING ROOF PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 29
- 31. ROOF PLAN ISOMETRIC ROOF PLAN VIEW DINING AREA PLANTERS SERVICE CORE SIT - OUT CENTRAL WALKWAY ACCESS CORE GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 30
- 32. FIRST FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 31
- 33. FIRST FLOOR PLAN ISOMETRIC FIRST FLOOR PLAN VIEW MAIN EXHIBITION CAFE/DINING ROOM AUDITORIUM ACCESS CORE SECONDARY EXHIBITION ESCAPE STAIRS AUDIO ROOM DEMO ROOM SERVICE CORE STORAGE KITCHEN GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 32
- 34. SECOND FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED SECOND FLOOR PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 33
- 35. SECOND FLOOR PLAN ISOMETRIC SECOND FLOOR PLAN VIEW ACCESS CORE ESCAPE STAIRS SERVICE CORE STORAGE BOOK STORE AUDITORIUM CO WORKING SPACE MULTI-PURPOSE HALL DEMO ROOM TENANT USABLE GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 34
- 36. THIRD FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED THIRD FLOOR PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 35
- 37. THIRD FLOOR PLAN ISOMETRIC THIRD FLOOR PLAN VIEW ACCESS CORE ESCAPE STAIRS SERVICE CORE FABRICATION WORKSHOP INCUBATION HUB BREAK/REC ROOM CONFERENCE ROOM BOARD ROOM STAFF LOUNGE KITCHENETTE OPTICS LAB STORAGE SILICON LAB PROTOTYPE LAB FABRICATION WORKSHOP GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 36
- 38. FOURTH FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED FOURTH FLOOR PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 37
- 39. FOURTH FLOOR PLAN ISOMETRIC FOURTH FLOOR PLAN VIEW ACCESS CORE ESCAPE STAIRS SERVICE CORE NANOPHOTONICS LAB BIOPHOTONICS LAB SIMULATION LAB EQUIPMENT ROOM MATERIAL TESTING LAB STORAGE RESEARCH LIBRARY SERVER/BMS ROOM CONTROL ROOM DATA CENTRE ARCHIVE ROOM MD’S OFFICE MARKETTING AND STRATEGY IDEATION ROOM GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 38
- 40. ROOF PLAN PROPOSED ROOF PLAN 1:150 @ A2 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 39
- 41. PROPOSED SECTION X-X SECTION X-X GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 40
- 42. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT SECTION X-X 41 PERSPECTIVE SECTION X-X
- 43. SECTION X-X PROPOSED SECTION X-X GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 42
- 44. PROPOSED APROACH ELEVATION NOT AN ARCHITECTURAL SCALE APPROACH ELEVATION GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 43
- 45. PROPOSED LEFT ELEVATION NOT AN ARCHITECTURAL SCALE LEFT ELEVATION GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 44
- 46. PROPOSED REAR ELEVATION NOT AN ARCHITECTURAL SCALE REAR ELEVATION GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 45
- 47. PROPOSED RIGHT ELEVATION NOT AN ARCHITECTURAL SCALE RIGHT ELEVATION GENERAL ARRANGEMENT 46
- 49. PROPOSED TREE COLUMN FOUNDATION DETAILS 1:25 @ A2 FOUNDATION COLUMN Existing structural slab/Beam Thermal insulation layer above existing structural floor level Cast welded steel joint connection Circular Hollow steel column connected to tree joint Non shrinking grout with room for flexible leveling mortar steel base plate welded to tree joint connection connected with bolts Existing structural column transferring building weight to the foundation Bolts connecting hollow columns to the welded base joint Due to the design being an air rights building, a sub ground foundation is not needed, as the existing foundations were designed to support the weight of an 18 storey building. The new structure would be using a tree column system to transfer the weight to the structural columns. The tree columns are placed where the existing columns are which are designed in a 9x9m grid. The branching elements of the columns allow vertical and lateral loads to be evenly dispensed. This approach ensures structural stability without the need for underpinning. By utilizing existing foundation system, this strategy enhances material efficiency, optimizes load distribution and maintains structural integrity. Structural expressionism is also achieved through the use of the tree columns, as it is an unconventional system and adds to the architecture of the building. TECHNICAL STRATEGY 48
- 50. PROPOSE FACADE AND GLAZING DETAILS 1:20 @ A2 FACADE SYSTEM Suspended ceiling panel Floor pedestal Raised floor panels Dynamic Facade Raised floor grid Mechanical facade vents Low- E glazing Concrete floor on steel decking Diagrid structure Secondary beam TECHNICAL STRATEGY 49
- 51. PROPOSED GREEN ROOF DETAILS 1:10 @ A2 ROOF SYSTEM Rigid polyisocyanurate insulation Concrete parapet wall Flow through edge restraint Concrete coping with drip mould Fiber cement cladding Vertical hat channel 1100mm glass balustrade Drainage pipe River gravel pebble Drainage plate Structural concrete roof slab Vapour control layer Thermal insulation Waterproof membrane Root barrier layer Water reservoir Filtration layer Substrate layer Vegetation Figure 3.18 - Roof detail 2 Structural concrete roof slab Vapour control layer Thermal insulation Waterproof membrane Root barrier layer Water reservoir Filtration layer Substrate layer Vegetation TECHNICAL STRATEGY 50
- 52. Sun path Diagram Dynamic, or Kinetic facades responding dynamically to environmental conditions to optimize building performance. This approach serves both functionally and architecturally as it introduces another layer of complexity to the structure would makes the facade more interesting. Cupra Kinetic Wall at Casa Seat: A kinetic installation launched in 2018 by TODO in Barcelona to promote the sports brand Cupra. It allowed visitors to interact by opening portholes to reveal a hidden car, inspired by triangulation in its design. Al Bahar Towers: Completed in June 2012, these towers feature a shading system developed by Aedas. Each fiberglass triangle responds to the sun's movement, reducing solar gain by 50% and minimizing energy use for air conditioning through advanced computational design techniques. The proposed dynamic facade would use a lightweight aluminum frame which supports the shading panels. The facade would operate using an electro-mechanical system with servo motors Perforated aluminium facade panel Aluminium facade framing This study explores the impact of solar exposure on the proposed building and the necessity for solar shading strategies. The diagrams on the right illustrate the sun's position and its effects during key seasonal events: the Spring Equinox (March 20), Summer Solstice (June 21), Autumn Equinox (September 22) and Winter Solstice (December 21). Spring Equinox - During this time, the sun's position is balanced, with moderate exposure across the facade. This time frame reflects a balance between the needs for shading and heating. Summer Solstice: The sun is at its highest point, casting minimal shadows and increasing heat gain, particularly on the upper facade and roof. Autumn Equinox - Similar to the spring equinox, the sun's position is balanced, with moderate exposure across the facade. Winter Solstice: At this time of the year, the sun is at its lowest angle, which results in longer shadows and reduced daylight penetration. Given these conditions, it is essential for the building to have some form of solar shading, particularly on the south facing facade. A responsive dynamic facade was chosen as the shading strategy. Facade Studies - Dynamic Facade Sun Diagram (spring equinox) Sun Diagram (summer solstice) Sun Diagram (Winter solstice) Sun Diagram (Autumn equinox) TECHNICAL STRATEGY Al Bahar Towers kinetic facade 51
- 53. The prefabricated Low-E double glazed facade would have mechanical vents integrated to allow fresh natural air from outside to have unrestricted access into the building. TECHNICAL STRATEGY Dynamic facade fully closed Dynamic facade semi open Dynamic facade fully open Axonometric image of dynamic facade Curtain wall with integrated vents 52
- 54. The facade is in a closed position, limiting direct sunlight penetration. This stage is ideal for reducing glare and excessive heat gain during peak sunlight or when insulation is needed. The facade begins to open, allowing moderated daylight entry while providing partial shading. This adjustment optimises visual comfort and passive heating reducing the reliance on artificial lighting The facade is fully open allowing full sunlight access into the building. When fully open, the dynamic facade also transforms into a brise soleil which is also a shading technique that reduces excessive glare even when the facade is fully open TECHNICAL STRATEGY 53
- 55. Structural Strategy The building's structural system features a steel frame with a diagrid design, chosen for its efficiency, architectural expression, and spatial flexibility. Diagrid systems use about 20% less steel, reducing environmental impact and improving the carbon footprint. This lateral load-resisting system enhances structural stability while minimizing reliance on vertical columns. Steel was selected for its tensile strength, durability, and ability to create long, unobstructed spans with less material than concrete. The diagrid also allows for a more expressive facade, aligning with the client's objectives. STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS Beams - The design will utilize primary and secondary universal I-section steel beams to bear floor loads, which will then be transferred to the columns. Columns - Steel universal I-section columns will facilitate the transfer of loads from the beams to the columns, connected through primary beams. Diagrid - The diagrid system is essential for both the aesthetic and structural performance of the building. It provides lateral stability and effectively distributes wind and seismic forces. Reinforced Concrete Core - A reinforced concrete core will be integrated for vertical circulation and risers, bolstering the overall structural stability. TECHNICAL STRATEGY 54
- 56. ROOF DYNAMIC SHADING GLAZING INTERNAL WALLS AND FLOORS STRUCTURE EXISTING BUILDING/FOUNDATION Roof slab Green roof modules, Substrate and vegetation Drainage channels Roof vents Perforated aluminium facade panels Framing Low E double glazed panel Aluminium framing Stainless steel mechanical facade vents Internal partitioning walls Floors, including raised floor MEP fittings and fixtures Doors and internal glazed walls Furniture, including lab equipment and fixings Diagrid structure Structural core, including lift shafts and stairs Riser rooms Steel beams and columns Tree foundation column Nine elms train station entrance Existing roof level Foundation substructure TECHNICAL STRATEGY 55 Structural Strategy