Alexandra Abo Hamda

PORTFOLIO ALEXANDRA ABO-HAMDA.2021 This compilation of works showcase the different ways I’ve engaged architecture: I. Sample Works as Intern w/ NLQ Architecture (2019 – present) II. Student Works with University of Santo Tomas -) I. Sample Works as Intern Architect with NLQ Architecture (2019-present) As an Intern Architect for NLQ Architecture, I was exposed to several Civic Architecture & Master Planning projects. I participated in the final design development of a mixed-use compound in the Southern province. My input included shaping a “story of the place” in 3D models & concept images, development perspectives for the districts and RROW concept design and planning; integrating principles of human scale, biophilia & bioclimatic design. Recent studies show virus/bacteria is less likely to stay on porous & permeable surfaces and prefer hard, sleek, shiny ones, which contradict designs against the pandemic in the 20 th c. A balance & study on space function & user behavior can determine best solution on citing materials. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/how-long-will-coronavirus-survive-on-surfaces/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s- IVIVIVIVIIVIIVIVIVIIVVIVIIVIVIVIVIVIVIVIVI IVIVIVIVIIVIIVIVIVIIVVIVIVIVIVI IVIVIVIVIIVIIVIVIV IVIVIVIVIIVIIVIVIV *All works displayed solely generated by author, under mentor supervision ** Cannot further disclose project details as per contract with client & firm Replanning of Fire Station Decontamination & Recreational Area, to enhance quality of living for firefighters. II. Student Works with University of Santo Tomas -th year & 5th year final thesis Description 4th year Mixed-Use High Rise Tower Location: Cebu, Philippines Project Type: Residential Commercial/Office Contribution: Entire Project (Concept, Production, Presentation) Software: Revit Lumion, Photoshop The vision was to integrate nature in city living, to give maximum function to the green spaces provided. “architecture must be able to invite life” Two entry points from the main road to facilitate circulation of wind & people. • • • DESIGN STRATEGIES: Permeable Grass Pavers & Bioswales – allow groundwater charge & reduce storm water run-off Light colored surfaces + plants dissipate heat from city Utilize outdoor corridors to add more planting space, generating a larger green footprint on site. FIBONACCI Bamboo faced slats spacing follow Fibonacci sequence/golden ratio 1,1,2,3,5,8,13…. GROUND FLR PLAN ON SITE RESIDENTIAL AMENITIES UTILITIES AMENITIES OFFICE COMMERICAL Description 4th year Mountain Resort Location: Baguio, Manila, Philippines Project Type: Hospitality Scope of Work: Entire Project (Concept, Production, Presentation) Hand-drawn Plate & Manual 3D Massing Model GROUND FLR ON SITE “Agsapa” means “morning” in Ibaloi (an ethnic indigenous group in the North where site is located). Be greeted by the sunrise in any villa or spot in the spa as the entire resort faces east. CONCEPT: “ASSIMILATE IN THE NORTH” Immerse yourself in all the benefits & beauty the north has to offer: banana leaf wrap, strawberry & coffee scrub, etc. By stretching top & bottom edges maximize sunlight & views while sleeping hovering over the trees. SITE ANALYSIS Description:: Thesis Project for a luxury spa resort Location: Lahbab, Dubai, UAE Project Type: Hospitality Scope of Work: Concept to Production (Some Renders & Logo Outsourced) Software: AutoCAD, Sketchup, Pages, Lumion, PSD CONCEPT: “LUXURY OF BEING” To reinvent the relationship with the physical and transition our material needs from a luxury of having to a luxury of being.” Zone site to match climactic conditions to functions: service accessibility, privacy & vista Convex curves & landscaping protect the resort and redirect dominant winds away (NW& SE) BEDAWI VILLA 1 BR SUITE SARAB VILLA 2 BR SUITE The building forms are made to feel like they were sculpted by the desert sand dunes, while the interiors reflect a cozy Bedouin camp, elevated with Emirati opulence. The whisps and curves deflect wind & sand while framing private views or mashrabiya geometric shadow patterns. KINZ VILLA 3 BR SUITE SPA GROUND FLOOR PLAN