Discover my innovative solution for connecting Cumbria through hydrogen transport, paving the way for a sustainable and efficient future.
Thermal Analysis
Discover the thermal analysis process, utilising Grasshopper plugins like Ladybug and Butterfly to optimize heat management and efficiency.
Structural Analysis
collaboration with structural engineers through regular meetings strengthened reliability, ensuring the design meets rigorous structural standards.
Physical Model Making
Explore the hands-on process of physical model making, where concepts take form, enabling practical assessment and refinement.
Key Design Stages
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Initial Sketching & Precident Studies
The initial sketching phase and precedent studies laid the foundation for innovative design and informed decision-making.
01
Design Development Analysis and Studio Reviews
Comprehensive analysis and studio reviews refined ideas and enhanced the final outcome.
02
Final Design Aproach
Synthesizing insights and feedback into a cohesive solution that meets both aesthetics and functionality.
03
Key Aspects the Design
Explore the key aspects of the design that contribute to its innovation, efficiency, and overall impact on functionality.
Throughout Software Analysis
Comprehensive software analysis covering thermal dynamics, air circulation, U-Value calculations, thermal bridging, and seasonal sunlight effects aim to optimize performance.
Thermal Analysis
Solar Analysis
Air Circualtion
Comfortable and Navigable Environment
My design choices aimed to create a comfortable and navigable environment, enhancing visitor experience and functionality throughout the space.
Regulation Consideration
Accessability Inclusivity
Fault Safety & Danger Consideration
CAD and Physical Model Making
CAD with physical model making, combining digital precision with tangible prototypes for effective design validation.
Ensuring Design Validity
Improve Design Explanation
Provide Physical Analysis
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Design Development
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Sustanability
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BIM Modeling
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Optimised Room Layout
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Final Finishings
Finally, the lighting, interior crinkle concrete paneling, and other furnishings and facilities are installed, making the building habitable and finished.
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Structural Engineering
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Physical Model Making
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Kiosk User Design
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Structual Consideration
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Technologies
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Data Analysis
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Construction Process
Ground up Construction Process
Construction Stage
01
Groundworks
The groundwork stage begins with site preparation, which involves
several key steps. First, the ground is excavated to the necessary depth to
accommodate the foundation and other structural elements. The surface
is then flattened using a roller to ensure a stable and even base. An
auger drill is used to create holes for the piles, and rebar is placed into
these holes, with some of it left protruding to be tied into the foundation
Construction Stage
02
Foundation
and Piles
Bar chairs are employed to ensure the two layers of rebar remain
in the correct position. Concrete is then mixed and poured
on top of this rebar to form the initial layer of the foundation
Construction Stage
03
Concrete Columns
Given their size, the concrete columns are precast off-site with
internal rebar and craned into position. The rebar protrudes
from the base of these columns and is tied into the upper
foundation pour, establishing a fully solid structural system
Construction Stage
04
Steel Cellbeam
& Concrete Cast
Steel Cell I-beams are then craned into position along the
supporting columns and welded in place. A foam concrete pour
mold with foam fill blocks is used, supported by telescopic
supports, to integrate the steel structure into the form of the building
Construction Stage
05
Upper Columns
& Roof Cell Beams
Vertical columns are carefully craned and welded into position onto the
Cell I-beams. This process is followed by the installation of a series of
V-shaped timber columns with steel and concrete bases. The ribbon
cut Cell beams are then lowered and fixed into place on top. Timber
spacers are attached to the steel I-beams to serve as a thermal break
Construction Stage
06
Concrete Shell
& Roof Fitting
The concrete shell roof is prefabricated off-site in small square
panels, which are transported to the site. On-site, these panels
are post-tensioned and filled with a coating of concrete. After
waterproofing, ridged Thermoflock insulation is fitted into the roof
Construction Stage
07
Upper Floor
& Thermal Envelope
The glass is then fitted, and the building envelope is waterproofed.
Next, the timber deck and JJI joists, along with Thermoflock floor
insulation, are installed. The insulation is pumped into the floor cavities
between the joists, followed by a final pour of polished concrete
Construction Stage
08
Final Finishings
Finally, the lighting, interior crinkle concrete
paneling, and other furnishings and facilities are
installed, making the building habitable and finished
