As an aspiring architect and recent graduate, my main interests within the field are socially and environmentally aware architectural solutions, with a focus on sustainability and computational design processes. I have participated in numerous design competitions and have recently gained interest in computational design. Following my graduation with a first class degree from the BSc (hons) Architecture course I worked on several different projects between stages 0-4 in my year out. I am deeply passionate about socially responsible and community-driven architecture and urbanism that suits its geographic and social contexts. My professional aspirations lie in creating architectural solutions that prioritise end-users and embrace sustainable design practices and building optimisation from the outset.
Favelas are renowned for their high levels of solar radiation due to the topography and low-rise construction. To avoid overshadowing in the new proposal, the form had to be optimised against solar radiation.
The interstitial spaces between the modules are intended for the provision of public outdoor spaces and and increased level of vegetation.
The materiality of the proposal is a key in its integration on site. Additionally, as many materials will be recovered from the demolished buildings to preserve the authenticity of favela design.
The CEllular AUtomata form finding process is a testament to the natural patterns of expansion noticed in Santa Marta's urban grammar.
The steel superstructure acts like a skeleton for the modules to be placed on with the possibility of future vertical and horizontal expansion.
By employing a series of computational tools, the optimal arrangement of modules to maximise their number, but maintain good connectivity, access routes and environmental performance (sun exposure, daylight) is achieved.
