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-
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*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.
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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