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The Brief; -

 

Happy Valley is a generously proportioned 1930’s residence sitting within beautifully landscaped 4 acres of grounds. Our brief was to design a penthouse over the existing building to maximise the views over the grounds and provide a gallery space for pieces of contemporary art and furniture.

 

The Design; -

 

Our solution was to design a light-weight steel framed structure with an over-sailing eaves detail to provide solar shading to the extensively glazed garden facing elevation. The glazed section affords uninterrupted views across the landscaped grounds and into the countryside beyond. The glazing itself is highly engineered to reduce heat loss, solar gain and is also self cleaning to reduce maintenance. The existing stair has been extended with glass and stainless steel, above which a glass-vaulted roof transmits light into the core of the building via the stairwell.

 

Proportions of the penthouse have been carefully designed in order that it does not dominate the existing architecture. The horizontal proportions of the penthouse have been accentuated to harmonize with the horizontal banding of the main building whilst preserving the integrity of the existing architecture by allowing it to be easily defined.

 

The penthouse encloses 76M2 of internal space with two external sun terraces to enjoy during summer.

 

Internally, the gallery space is equipped with discreet adjustable lighting, a recessed track for hanging panels and a recessed picture rail on the wall for hanging artwork.

 

Works are due to commence on site in March 2011 and due to complete in June 2011

 

Space Projects Ltd – May 2011

www.spaceprojects.co.uk

79 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa

built 2015

photo c. 2015 (c) grc architects inc.

1190 Richmond Road, Ottawa

built 1977

photo 2015 Rick MacEwen

Background:

Diriyah is the capital of the1st Saudi State in 1745. Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruins of the old city of Diriyah lay on either side of the narrow valley known as Wadi Hanifa. The Destruction of Diriyah took place in late 1818 after 5 months siege by the Ottaman forces.

 

Iconic Symbol:

Al-Dir'iya is viewed as an important national symbol in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It had emerged as the capital of the new First Saudi State, establishment of which constitutes the turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula.

 

Al Bujiri:

It Is a unique development inspired by the surrounding natural environment and vast palm plantations. It overlooks the eastern edge of Wadi Hanifah, opposite the historic Al-Turaif neighborhood, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. it is considered the gateway to historic Diriyah. The cultural and architectural values of this

district have made it eligible to take its place among the top heritage towns in the world. Al Bujiri currently hosts events and few F & B venues. The Diriyah Gate General Authority has plans to replace the current tenants and improve the overall experience of Al Bujiri visitors.

 

Client quote:

“We would like to present the Diriyah Gate General Authority with a creative proposal to develop and improve the visitors experience and journy at Al Bujairi. We will concentrate on retail, F&B, Culture and arts. The structure will remain the same but we may work with and around them to improve the facade and overall look. We will add structures that are temporary and do not abstract the look and feel of the current development. The reason for having these international events is to bring Diriyah on the map.”

  

Random Ideas:

 

Dinner & a Show:

A theater for a dinner and a show placed in the open air.

The area is approximately 15m by 68m and a total area of 1,020m2

The show is anything from theatrical to live Arabian horses and falcons show.

 

A glass viewing Platform:

The platform cannot be taller than the structures of Diriyah. The limitation is 6m height.

Both the dinner & a show + the Glass viewing platform placed in the same area.

 

Souvenir Shop:

A mega Souvenir stores.

 

Art Center:

Experiential art and crafts center in the open air or semi-open.

 

Restrictions:

Theme is in Najdi style.

 

Visitors Journey Philosophy:

How can we excite and tell a story from the main entrance of Al Bujiri to the end of the main street where the ruins of Diriyah are revealed?

 

Upcoming Events:

Formula E Diriyah

SAUDIA Diriyah E-Prix will take place on 22 Nov 2019

 

Visit complete project on website:

twodarc.com/portfolio-item/diriyah-gate-general-authority/

 

335 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa

National Historic Site of Canada

built 1879

photo 2015

©Jeremy Photography 2016

 

It's the firework season in Singapore at this moment of time.

 

'Cause it's nearing to our Nation's Birthday!

 

Here's a firework display during the National Education Show #1, spectacular fireworks display from the Singapore Sports Hub alongside the Kallang River and great view for the Tanjong Rhu Residential side.

 

Enjoy!

The Brief; -

 

Happy Valley is a generously proportioned 1930’s residence sitting within beautifully landscaped 4 acres of grounds. Our brief was to design a penthouse over the existing building to maximise the views over the grounds and provide a gallery space for pieces of contemporary art and furniture.

 

The Design; -

 

Our solution was to design a light-weight steel framed structure with an over-sailing eaves detail to provide solar shading to the extensively glazed garden facing elevation. The glazed section affords uninterrupted views across the landscaped grounds and into the countryside beyond. The glazing itself is highly engineered to reduce heat loss, solar gain and is also self cleaning to reduce maintenance. The existing stair has been extended with glass and stainless steel, above which a glass-vaulted roof transmits light into the core of the building via the stairwell.

 

Proportions of the penthouse have been carefully designed in order that it does not dominate the existing architecture. The horizontal proportions of the penthouse have been accentuated to harmonize with the horizontal banding of the main building whilst preserving the integrity of the existing architecture by allowing it to be easily defined.

 

The penthouse encloses 76M2 of internal space with two external sun terraces to enjoy during summer.

 

Internally, the gallery space is equipped with discreet adjustable lighting, a recessed track for hanging panels and a recessed picture rail on the wall for hanging artwork.

 

Works are due to commence on site in March 2011 and due to complete in June 2011

 

Space Projects Ltd – May 2011

www.spaceprojects.co.uk

11 Marie-Curie, Ottawa

built 1963

photo 2015 Rick MacEwen

Modern Architecture at Keble

Closeup of decorative cut glass window

1 of 2 sculptures above the movie theater in Parkchester.

photo shot : Easter Sunday (April 8th, 2007)

Fourth and Fifth Year Studio Project

Architectural Design Studio

Joseph DiNapoli

New Jersey School of Architecture

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, New Jersey

Professor Stephen Zdepski

Colorful window with shutters and awning in Venice, Italy. Vertical shot.

The Fulton Street Pedestrian Mall in downtown Brooklyn, NY.

2250 Riverside Drive, Ottawa

built 1955 - 1960

photo 2015 © William P. McElligott

30 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa

built 1967

photo 2014 Rick MacEwen

85 Sparks Street, Ottawa

built 1911 - 1913

photo 2014 Rick MacEwen

This is the former BEST Products store at 415 N Military Highway, Norfolk, VA, located in BEST Square.

 

This store also up until recently housed BEST Thrift. I'm not entirely sure why they closed, but now the store is vacant. if you look really close, you can make out the labelscar of the BEST logo.

Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa

built 2010

photo c. 2010 (c) Tom Arban

Looking almost vertically up at Kuala Lumpur's most famous landmark -- The Petronas Twin Towers.

Background:

Diriyah is the capital of the1st Saudi State in 1745. Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruins of the old city of Diriyah lay on either side of the narrow valley known as Wadi Hanifa. The Destruction of Diriyah took place in late 1818 after 5 months siege by the Ottaman forces.

 

Iconic Symbol:

Al-Dir'iya is viewed as an important national symbol in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It had emerged as the capital of the new First Saudi State, establishment of which constitutes the turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula.

 

Al Bujiri:

It Is a unique development inspired by the surrounding natural environment and vast palm plantations. It overlooks the eastern edge of Wadi Hanifah, opposite the historic Al-Turaif neighborhood, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. it is considered the gateway to historic Diriyah. The cultural and architectural values of this

district have made it eligible to take its place among the top heritage towns in the world. Al Bujiri currently hosts events and few F & B venues. The Diriyah Gate General Authority has plans to replace the current tenants and improve the overall experience of Al Bujiri visitors.

 

Client quote:

“We would like to present the Diriyah Gate General Authority with a creative proposal to develop and improve the visitors experience and journy at Al Bujairi. We will concentrate on retail, F&B, Culture and arts. The structure will remain the same but we may work with and around them to improve the facade and overall look. We will add structures that are temporary and do not abstract the look and feel of the current development. The reason for having these international events is to bring Diriyah on the map.”

  

Random Ideas:

 

Dinner & a Show:

A theater for a dinner and a show placed in the open air.

The area is approximately 15m by 68m and a total area of 1,020m2

The show is anything from theatrical to live Arabian horses and falcons show.

 

A glass viewing Platform:

The platform cannot be taller than the structures of Diriyah. The limitation is 6m height.

Both the dinner & a show + the Glass viewing platform placed in the same area.

 

Souvenir Shop:

A mega Souvenir stores.

 

Art Center:

Experiential art and crafts center in the open air or semi-open.

 

Restrictions:

Theme is in Najdi style.

 

Visitors Journey Philosophy:

How can we excite and tell a story from the main entrance of Al Bujiri to the end of the main street where the ruins of Diriyah are revealed?

 

Upcoming Events:

Formula E Diriyah

SAUDIA Diriyah E-Prix will take place on 22 Nov 2019

 

Visit complete project on website:

twodarc.com/portfolio-item/diriyah-gate-general-authority/

 

Background:

Diriyah is the capital of the1st Saudi State in 1745. Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruins of the old city of Diriyah lay on either side of the narrow valley known as Wadi Hanifa. The Destruction of Diriyah took place in late 1818 after 5 months siege by the Ottaman forces.

 

Iconic Symbol:

Al-Dir'iya is viewed as an important national symbol in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It had emerged as the capital of the new First Saudi State, establishment of which constitutes the turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula.

 

Al Bujiri:

It Is a unique development inspired by the surrounding natural environment and vast palm plantations. It overlooks the eastern edge of Wadi Hanifah, opposite the historic Al-Turaif neighborhood, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. it is considered the gateway to historic Diriyah. The cultural and architectural values of this

district have made it eligible to take its place among the top heritage towns in the world. Al Bujiri currently hosts events and few F & B venues. The Diriyah Gate General Authority has plans to replace the current tenants and improve the overall experience of Al Bujiri visitors.

 

Client quote:

“We would like to present the Diriyah Gate General Authority with a creative proposal to develop and improve the visitors experience and journy at Al Bujairi. We will concentrate on retail, F&B, Culture and arts. The structure will remain the same but we may work with and around them to improve the facade and overall look. We will add structures that are temporary and do not abstract the look and feel of the current development. The reason for having these international events is to bring Diriyah on the map.”

  

Random Ideas:

 

Dinner & a Show:

A theater for a dinner and a show placed in the open air.

The area is approximately 15m by 68m and a total area of 1,020m2

The show is anything from theatrical to live Arabian horses and falcons show.

 

A glass viewing Platform:

The platform cannot be taller than the structures of Diriyah. The limitation is 6m height.

Both the dinner & a show + the Glass viewing platform placed in the same area.

 

Souvenir Shop:

A mega Souvenir stores.

 

Art Center:

Experiential art and crafts center in the open air or semi-open.

 

Restrictions:

Theme is in Najdi style.

 

Visitors Journey Philosophy:

How can we excite and tell a story from the main entrance of Al Bujiri to the end of the main street where the ruins of Diriyah are revealed?

 

Upcoming Events:

Formula E Diriyah

SAUDIA Diriyah E-Prix will take place on 22 Nov 2019

 

Visit complete project on website:

twodarc.com/portfolio-item/diriyah-gate-general-authority/

 

501 Carnation, Corona Del Mar

114 Diamond, Newport Beach

The Brief; -

 

Happy Valley is a generously proportioned 1930’s residence sitting within beautifully landscaped 4 acres of grounds. Our brief was to design a penthouse over the existing building to maximise the views over the grounds and provide a gallery space for pieces of contemporary art and furniture.

 

The Design; -

 

Our solution was to design a light-weight steel framed structure with an over-sailing eaves detail to provide solar shading to the extensively glazed garden facing elevation. The glazed section affords uninterrupted views across the landscaped grounds and into the countryside beyond. The glazing itself is highly engineered to reduce heat loss, solar gain and is also self cleaning to reduce maintenance. The existing stair has been extended with glass and stainless steel, above which a glass-vaulted roof transmits light into the core of the building via the stairwell.

 

Proportions of the penthouse have been carefully designed in order that it does not dominate the existing architecture. The horizontal proportions of the penthouse have been accentuated to harmonize with the horizontal banding of the main building whilst preserving the integrity of the existing architecture by allowing it to be easily defined.

 

The penthouse encloses 76M2 of internal space with two external sun terraces to enjoy during summer.

 

Internally, the gallery space is equipped with discreet adjustable lighting, a recessed track for hanging panels and a recessed picture rail on the wall for hanging artwork.

 

Works are due to commence on site in March 2011 and due to complete in June 2011

 

Space Projects Ltd – May 2011

www.spaceprojects.co.uk

19021 Edington Terrace, Irvine

11 Marie-Curie, Ottawa

built 1963

photo 2015 Rick MacEwen

Parkchester housing development / neighborhood

borough of the Bronx

in the New York City

(photo shot : Easter Sunday (April 8th, 2007)

Background:

Diriyah is the capital of the1st Saudi State in 1745. Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ruins of the old city of Diriyah lay on either side of the narrow valley known as Wadi Hanifa. The Destruction of Diriyah took place in late 1818 after 5 months siege by the Ottaman forces.

 

Iconic Symbol:

Al-Dir'iya is viewed as an important national symbol in the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It had emerged as the capital of the new First Saudi State, establishment of which constitutes the turning point in the history of the Arabian Peninsula.

 

Al Bujiri:

It Is a unique development inspired by the surrounding natural environment and vast palm plantations. It overlooks the eastern edge of Wadi Hanifah, opposite the historic Al-Turaif neighborhood, which has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. it is considered the gateway to historic Diriyah. The cultural and architectural values of this

district have made it eligible to take its place among the top heritage towns in the world. Al Bujiri currently hosts events and few F & B venues. The Diriyah Gate General Authority has plans to replace the current tenants and improve the overall experience of Al Bujiri visitors.

 

Client quote:

“We would like to present the Diriyah Gate General Authority with a creative proposal to develop and improve the visitors experience and journy at Al Bujairi. We will concentrate on retail, F&B, Culture and arts. The structure will remain the same but we may work with and around them to improve the facade and overall look. We will add structures that are temporary and do not abstract the look and feel of the current development. The reason for having these international events is to bring Diriyah on the map.”

  

Random Ideas:

 

Dinner & a Show:

A theater for a dinner and a show placed in the open air.

The area is approximately 15m by 68m and a total area of 1,020m2

The show is anything from theatrical to live Arabian horses and falcons show.

 

A glass viewing Platform:

The platform cannot be taller than the structures of Diriyah. The limitation is 6m height.

Both the dinner & a show + the Glass viewing platform placed in the same area.

 

Souvenir Shop:

A mega Souvenir stores.

 

Art Center:

Experiential art and crafts center in the open air or semi-open.

 

Restrictions:

Theme is in Najdi style.

 

Visitors Journey Philosophy:

How can we excite and tell a story from the main entrance of Al Bujiri to the end of the main street where the ruins of Diriyah are revealed?

 

Upcoming Events:

Formula E Diriyah

SAUDIA Diriyah E-Prix will take place on 22 Nov 2019

 

Visit complete project on website:

twodarc.com/portfolio-item/diriyah-gate-general-authority/

 

1316 Carling Avenue, Ottawa

built c. 1070

photo 2015 Rick MacEwen

200 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa

built 1940

photo 2015 Rick MacEwen

Teso's Cowley Road Oxford

353 Friel Street, Ottawa

built 1906

photo 2015

501 Carnation, Corona Del Mar

The old SHORE THEATER building

at Stillwell and Surf Avenues, Coney Island, B'klyn

photo shot : Sept. 23rd, 2006

  

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