(Hons) Interior Architecture and Design - Nottingham Trent University

2011 Nottingham Trent University
Interior Architecture and Design
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brochure designed by libby allen and joe wilson

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we are the graduating interior architects from
nottingham trent university.
this booklet reflects the culmination of four intensive
years of hard work and determination, readying us
for the next stage of our design careers.
we hope you enjoy the variety of projects that
together form the class of 2011.
Foreword

Redsands. 1. overall site perspective
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architecture is ultimately a system of control. walls
seperate, doors divide and locks secure. a prison is
the most extreme example of such a system.
inspired by an unusal site at sea, Redsands seaforts
have been adapted as a means of housing
prisoners in a new landscape. this scheme does
not aim to directly rehabilitate but instead places
emphasis on a sustainable community and a local
working trade.
based around the idea that “work sets you free”
prisoners become directly involved in the full
process of harvesting oysters from the beds of the
thames estaury, gaining new skills and providing
a direct service to the dying trade of the coastal
town of whitstable.
Libby Allen
lallen1506@googlemail.com
07739141428
Portland Design
12 months

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room M:OUR. 1. section 2. basement - bath 3. second level - foot bath
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3

oom M:OUR is a public spa, designed specially for
the retired people.
nowadays while the age of retirement is getting
lower, activities for them are hard to come by. room
M:OUR brings out new avenues of activity - public
spa, as a solution.
M:OUR is a combination of two words, ‘my’ and
‘our’. according to this, room M:OUR is a public(our)
space, but respects privacy(my) in space.
room M:OUR is inspired from concepts of bath from
the past and the present - such as communication,
cleansing and relaxation. and to maximise the
concept, spiral walls are applied in design and no
doors are used to avoid isolation.
Eunhye Bae
eunhye.bae@hotmail.com
07854174619

the NCBE. 1. view from network space 2.view of entrance
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2

the nottingham centre of the built environment is
a specialised learning and resource establishment
for all matters within the construction and design
trades.
located within nottingham’s old odeon cinema
building the centre aims to provide practical,
academic and networking facilities which help
bridge the gap between design and construction
realisation for built environment students, working
professionals and the general public alike.
the form of the internal architecture takes
precedence from the linear and geometric order
displayed in the constructivist art and architecture
movements, emphasising on the industrial
aestheticism of basic structural formations.
Katherine Baker
katherine-baker2011@hotmail.co.uk
07870455018
Barnes Design
12 months

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new leaf. 1. ground floor entrance hall 2. gallery with surrounding counselling rooms 3. counselling entrance

the space i have designed is an in-patient drug
rehabilitation centre which accommodates young
adults serious about changing their life habits.
the centre runs programes that last 30 days, housing
12 people at a time. each programme is designed
to promote routine, stability and independence,
within bright comfortable surroundings.
the idea behind the design was to create spaces
that will build on self esteem providing the
opportunity to discover individual talent. lack of
self confidence is very common among drug users
so i have designed a space that challenges the
users to find their own path in life. this is translated
through the change in ceiling height throughout
the building as well as conflicting walls that
encourages discovery of new spaces and new
opportunities. narrow slits are embedded within the
walls embracing limited views into other spaces
whilst maintaining a safe environment.
Letiche Black
tiche@hotmail.co.uk
07961735292
3s Architects & Designers
7 months
Boutique Design
1 month

pointe. 1. public walkway 2. view from street level
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2

dance is a performing art which has historical and
cultural roots, that are embedded within the visual
aesthetic that is created through movement.
pointe. is a classical art center for the foundation of
dance, ballet.
providing specialised and dedicated spaces for
the training and rehearsal of professional ballet
students, whilst introducing this hidden and intricate
art form to the public through sight and sound. a
public walkway cuts beneath the building to form a
delicate connection between ballet and the urban
platform.
Natasha Bone
tashabone@hotmail.com
07827910643

the urban winery. 1. grape treading 2. wine blending booths 3. entrance and cellar
1 3
2

the urban winery, bringing the spirit of the vineyard
to birmingham city centre.
site, birmingham central library.
combining modern and traditional wine making
methods, the building adapts and evolves
based on the annual cycle of the vineyards and
production processes, meaning no 2 visits to the
winery will be the same.
an interactive relationship between visitors and
production creates a vibrant and social space
during the summer months, which becomes more
serene as the vineyards become dormant during
the winter.
located 11 meters above ground level, the winery
accommodates all users of the area: tourists, city
centre workers and locals.
Hanna Carlton
hanna3y@hotmail.com
07817967531
Fromental
10 months

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the academy of parkour. 1. main entrance lobby 2. parkour viewing tunnel
2

parkour is the physical discipline of training to
overcome any obstacle within one’s path by
adapting one’s movement to the environment. this
design captures the spirit of free running to deliver
an academy for people to practice the art of
parkour.
the academy’s design concept is based on
tensegrity meaning perfect equilibrium between
tension and compression. this relates well to the
balanced movements in the human frame whilst
practising parkour.
the spaces are designed for members to train
in a safe and secure environment with qualified
instructors. the design includes various training levels
to accommodate all abilities and also incorporates
viewing areas for those eager to witness one of the
world’s most rapidly growing sports.
Natalie Carr
nataliecarr@hotmail.co.uk
07809696254
TAK Design Consultants
10 months
Topos Design Pte Ltd
3 months

love press club. 1. view of the letterpress workshop behind main stair
1

the printed word will prevail.
the scheme is all about promoting the printed word
and engaging people into reading and enjoying
the tactile nature of words on paper as opposed
to more contemporary ports of information such as
kindles or ipads.
i have chosen the traditional craft of letterpressing
as a focus, and considered the different facilities
press enthusiasts may need. one of which is a
surgery space where users can come and learn
how to protect and repair their beloved written
pieces.
ultimately, the facility is geared towards people
who ‘love press’ and those who have yet to
discover it!
i hope you enjoy the show!
Helen RRJ Chan
helen_chan@hotmail.co.uk
07779088914
TFP Farrels
14 months

de-szerylz. 1. coffee lounge 2. layout plan 3. cocktail loft
1 3
2

de-szerylz is a new conceptual design idea that
combines both barista & bartending school.
de-szerylz functions as a coffee cafe for the day
and cocktail bar for the night.
despite its role as a school, it is also a place for
business, selling all kinds of coffee and bartending
related products.
moreover, it also functions as a public place for
knowledge of alcohol and cafetein consumption.
besides being a relaxing place for hang-outs, it
has barista and bartending performances by the
students, serve as an entertaining element for the
users.
Pei Jun Chan, Cheryl
cherylchan10@gmail.com
07823885159
Unit One Consultancy Design
3 months
DB and B Design
12 months
VMC Construction Design
9 months

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the ‘sleep-in’ library. 1. concept/idea: movement-hand 2. development 3. third floor plan 4. interior view

esides enabling optimal transfer of information,
the library space is designed specially for scholars
who stay up late, or even over-night for dissertation
writings, referencing works or any professional /
academic writings that require maximum privacy
and individuality.
Jacy Chua
siewwah87@hotmail.com
07823886904

the thin red line. 1. perspective 2. site plan
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2

the blood bank project concentrates around the
idea of enhancing comfort created by a moment
of pause in the space and creates a sense of
adventure around the corner.
in an attempt to create more public attention, this
newly transformed building also functions as an
educational centre to encourage blood donation
and provide a place to promote healing.
variation of levels with free flow circulations gives
the users a multi-sensory experience to explore the
space within.
Zee Chiong
czloong@hotmail.com
07838547244

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‘un-expected’. 1. concept development 2. section 3. first floor - experience of dough processing
3

the ‘un-expected’ has derived from the question,
why don’t bakeries encourage consumers to
become involved in the production process? as
opposed to simply selling produce and offering a
place to enjoy such treats.
in answer to this question, the ‘un-expected’ aims to
give people a chance to create their own bread,
share recipes and finally establish nottingham’s own
bakery. baking can be a lengthy process so in order
to create an easy, fast and fun baking experience,
various fresh dough’s are readily prepared in which
consumers can add many different ingredients to
produce exciting and ‘unexpected’ outcomes.
the design concept is inspired by the game,
‘jenga’, whereby building blocks are stacked and
removed to create an uneasy tower. the tower can
fall at any moment, the unexpected intensity of
‘jenga’ is echoed throughout the design.
Hoyoun Chung
hoyoun.chung@gmail.com
07789523596
Dalziel and Pow
7 months

the bird’s eye view. 1. pigeon observation space
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sandwiched between two existing buildings in what
was an unused alley way sits the bird’s eye view.
the main focus of the building is to provide a 360°
view of the city of nottingham through a camera
obscura situated on the roof, while a real view of
the city can be taken in from the top level viewing
deck.
the other key aspect of this building is to provide a
safe environment to encourage pigeons to shelter
and feed - specially designed food improves the
birds’ overall health and cuts out many of the
pesticides in their droppings which can be harmful.
the concept of voyeurism runs throughout the
project; with the unnerving feeling of being
watched as you move through the building, whilst
also watching over unsuspecting members of the
public.
Lucy Crone
lucy.crone@googlemail.com
07983610416
Volume Three Ltd
7 months
Stephen Levrant
4 months

1. entrance tunnel
1

an art house cinema inhabiting one of
nottingham’s abandoned sandstone caves, where
the darkness provides the perfect environment for
film projection. offering alternative ways to view the
medium of cinema, through a variety indoor and
outdoor screens.
India Custance
indiacustance@btopenworld.com
07725161872
Foundations
12 months

nottingham music live. 1. live music stage performance area
1

live music venue offering a range of music related
social environments for the general public. the
site houses private hire practice spaces, recording
studios and teaching rooms to boost the venues
popularity with musicians. linking this with the 3
performance rooms, makes the practice and
recording aspect of the venue turn into an
opportunity for live public performance.
intended for none elitist approach to live musical
showcasing, in order to create awareness of
new talent in nottingham, in a city brimming with
different cults. the site provides opportunities of
learning within the music industry, from song writing,
recording, stage setup, design, to management
of musical talents and publicity, and ultimately live
performance.
Graeme Day
gday.ad@googlemail.com
07949512172
Arche Architects
12 months

the italian club. 1. the italian restaurant 2 and 3. the club
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2
3

after the second world war italy was in ruins,
many italians sought a better life and settled in
nottingham to work, live and raise a family.
the italian community seemingly integrated into
the english society resulting in many generations of
italians both old and young.
the need for common interests to bridge the
generations to maintain italian heritage and
tradition is still important and the italian club is
a means to achieve this, bringing together the
community, where people can eat, dance and
play creating a home away from home.
Daniela De Rosa
daniela.de-rosa@hotmail.co.uk
07871637290
Focus Consultants
12 months

filter house theatre. 1. main auditorium
1

the new filter house theatre brings contemporary
dance to the tranquil countryside of low bradfield.
the venue forms an institution for performing arts
offering two contrasting auditoriums, rehearsal
spaces and daytime facilities for performers.
the design brings hidden aspects to the centre,
which enables a deeper level of communication
and connection to the surrounds and music.
the sound acoustics alternate through the
space reflecting and absorbing sound where
required. visual techniques are used to enhance
communication and promote openness. the
rehearsal spaces aid performers to feel the music
through vibrations.
overall creating a visual and dynamic environment
for a multi sensory experience.
Gemma Evans
gemma-evans1@hotmail.co.uk
07590680006
Civic Arts
8 months

1. gaming area allowing views to simulators below 2. exhibition space
1
2

this project is intent on providing a new racing
experience, bridging the gap between driver and
spectator by offering permanent public access
to high –tech racing simulators. conceptually,
theories of sight and sound are implemented to
recreate the atmosphere of attending a live race,
by controlling what the spectator sees and hears.
this creates a journey that builds momentum,
excitement and anticipation.
the project aims to bring people together through
a love of motor sport, creating a community
with the vision of educating spectators in the
technology behind the sport. exhibition spaces
focused on motor racing are provided, as well
as an interactive area, gaming room, café, bar,
and an auditorium used to air live races and hold
conferences. the final stage of the journey holds
the simulators, allowing the spectator to share the
drivers experience first hand, giving a better insight
into their passion of motor sport.
Emma Farren
emma_farren@hotmail.co.uk
07974125736
Dalziel and Pow
12 months
emmafarren.tumblr.com/

thalassa. 1. potamoi baths
1

the traditional idea of a spa has been lost under a
mass of beauty and healing treatments, therefore
loosing sight of the historical meaning.
thalassa reunites the spa experience with its original
meaning of health through water.
situated within the heart of nottingham city centre,
thalassa brings a new social dynamic to the city
with a new high end place to escape, offering a
natural relaxation in the form of water.
you are taken on a journey through the building
being exposed to relaxing and stimulating aquatic
experiences.
the journey through the space represents the
aquatic state, condensation and the transition it
goes through, from the accumulation of water to
the gas like state of steam.
Victoria Gardner
victoria.c.gardner@hotmail.co.uk
07540104408
A & J D’Alton
6 months
Monteith Scott
2 months

the bail house. 1. recreation ground
1

nottingham has one of the highest crime rates in
england. due to overcrowding of prisons and lack
of finance, there is a shortage of rehabilitation
facilities. the bail house will provide an environment
for ‘low risk’ offenders. a positive, stimulating and
interactive space designed to develop transferable
skills and network with other offenders and
employers. to realise their potential and reconnect
with society. the environment created is inspired by
growth and breaking free into society; enabling
offenders to grow and develop as individuals.
Throughout their development the space becomes
less regimented, this becomes evident to them
and offers a clear sense of progression and
direction. week by week the offenders will learn
new skills. the bail house is made up of weekly
living arrangements serving 20 offenders across 4
floors. light plays a big part in the development of
offenders week by week; with much of the space
being formed by light, creating unique spaces with
different qualities; informing behaviour.
James Gilder
jamesgildey@hotmail.co.uk
07545586680

the space between. 1. perspective of main star gazing building and recessed walkway
1

connecting people with the sky both in the day
time and night time through cloud watching and
star gazing.
the site consists of a series of buildings which once
were a 17th century lead mine. it is located in the
depths of the peak district as to avoid heavy light
pollution. the new structures respectfully wrap
around the existing buildings to allow people to
appreciate the historical site. a recessed walkway,
lined with metal to lower the clouds to eye
level, connects the two chimneys and a camera
obscura, all of which are used for cloud watching.
the larger existing buildings are utilised for; a cafe, a
star light installation gallery, a telescope trial space
and a main star gazing building. the spaces are all
designed to give people an alternative experience,
education and awareness of the sky.
Gabi Gilling
glgilling@gmail.com
07725214011
King and Co Ltd
6 months
Dalziel & Pow
6 months

1. tea blending space
1

the project embodies the spiritual, serene and
ephemeral qualities of tea set within the chaotic
context of our metropolitan lives.
it is a place where tea is celebrated, almost
worshiped through a progression of utilitarian
formality, intimate domesticity and tranquil
seclusion. all seamlessly connected through the
shared experience of tea.
Ian Goggin
ian_goggin@hotmail.com
07871926759
Bisset Adams
13 Months

1. sectional perspective of building 2. central atrium displaying the protruding observation spaces
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2

housed in a landmark site overlooking the river tyne,
newcastle gallery for contemporary art has an
ever-changing calendar of exhibitions and events
that give a unique and compelling insight into
contemporary artistic practice.
protruding forms through the existing concrete
framework of the building allow one to peek into
other spaces. these controlled visual connections
of unexpected spaces not only bring an element
of surprise, but also vary the light intensity within the
building to highlight the art on display.
the simple but rich palette of materials is essential
to the concept of the gallery as it helps position
people in relation to the sites past and the buildings
new use.
Laura Graham
laura_graham@hotmail.com
07595246875
Dalziel and Pow
12 months

innocent until proven guilty. 1. detainee living space
1

hundreds of children are held unnecessarily within
detention centres around the uk and that too for a
period longer than 28 days.
figures show that out of 225 children released
from detention, only 100 were removed from the
country.
most detentions centres are like prisons and yet
innocent families are put there. due to the poor
living conditions many children are diagnosed with
illnesses.
this project acts as a removal centre for mothers
and children but in a humane manner.
Neesha Haque
neesha.haque@gmail.com
07956815538
Ansham Architects
7 months

exposure. 1. dance studio with interjecting music rooms
1

music and dance have always been a part of
culture and society. from tribal celebrations to
community gatherings, music and dance have
bought people together creating bonds and
connections with one another.
‘exposure’ is a new contemporary venue for
performing arts in nottingham that bridges the gap
between audience and the performer. its thriving
and interactive environment provides a base for
nottingham’s undiscovered raw talent.
the academy is for upcoming performers allowing
them to develop and showcase their talents to the
public, providing a platform for exposure into the
industry.
interjecting spaces and visual connections
throughout the building encourage collaboration
between the two arts.
Jenna Harrold
jenna_harrold@hotmail.co.uk
07894435455
Fitch
12 months

transport hub. 1. reception/information desk within the transport hub, along with seating/waiting areas
1

a transport hub has been designed to house the
wide range of transport that flows through the city
of nottingham.
the aim of the design is to make it easier to pass
from one form of transportation to the next with
the help of linear lines and forms, guiding the user
effortlessly through the space.
Emma Hassall
emmahassall88@gmail.com
07590720636
Passetti Associates
6 months
Steve Turner Design
8 months

“avanto” cold water swimming. 1. sauna development sketch 2. west piers site
1 2

avanto aims to establish a richer connection
between the people of brighton and the sea.
in contrast to the dominant structure of the original
west pier, which is projected across the shoreline,
this design aims to connect in a far more personal
and interactive way. avanto brings the sea inshore,
encouraging people to appreciate nature on a
far more intimate level promoting the physical and
psychological benefits associated with cold water
swimming.
Luke Hawker
luke_a_h@hotmail.com
07912637755
Fitch
13 months
luke-hawker.tumblr.com

secret spaces. 1. pull out market 2. section cut 3. pull out bedroom 4. group activity area
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‘secret spaces that provide a safe place for
nottingham’s homeless’
the existing space is a typically neglected
underground walkway.
the proposal is to create a project that gives the
space a function, through a multi-use concept.
during the day the walkway will become a market
space, that will create life and atmosphere to
produce revenue for the site’s primary function, a
homeless shelter.
the evening shelter will give the homeless of
nottingham a safe space to sleep for the night.
not only will it get the most vulnerable people off
the street, it will help to educate and assist these
people and try and give them a new and fresh
outlook on life.
Andrew Holden
andrewholden.iad@googlemail.com
07545218709
Hazel McCormack Young LLP
24 months

tr1o. 1. primary circulation space 2. formal entrance
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2

located in the heart of nottingham, tr1o offers
talented creative young adults aged between
fourteen and eighteen an alternative part-time
curriculum intended to compliment existing
academic studies.
through significant research into creative learning,
tr1o is designed to facilitate largely self-directed
activity incorporating numerous break-out spaces
which cater for a variety of inspired responses.
educational spaces are separated under art, music
and drama with the aim to establish a diverse talent
pool for higher education establishments to scout
future successful students.
Rachel Holmes
rachelholmes456@hotmail.com
07849580388
JAMM Architects
8 months
Dalziel and Pow
6 months

inging the outdoors, indoors. 1, 2 and 3. precedent images
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3

the objective is to,
create a mini library for those who enjoy reading in
a park.
create an atmosphere like an open air movie
space for those who like to watch movies under the
stars.
create a garden themed cafe for those who need
a quick snack.
create a water fountain for the children to enjoy.
this is for everyone who enjoys being outdoors!
Siti Aisha Jaafar
aishahjaafar@hotmail.com
07817534889
TAK Design Consultants
1 Year

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glisten. 1. view point from jewellery store project. 2. sketch of design proposal for jewellery store project
2

glisten is a jewellery store with an edge, showcasing
high class diamonds to exclusive appointment
only customers. it’s narrow and underground site
emphasises the exclusivity of the jewellery which
can be purchased from this store.
the spaces have been designed to elaborate
the cut of a diamond, the angles which are used
to construct such an exquisite rock have been
manipulated within the layout and design of the
store.
Hemma Jiwa
h_jiwa@hotmail.co.uk
07917668974

the echo house. 1. visual of the acoustic void containing interactive string installation
1

the echo house is a museum in nottingham, which
enables people to experience sound and music
through an interactive, musicological and scientific
manner.
the project was created through the exploration
of chordophone instruments as objects that emit
sound by way of vibrating strings.
the museum consists of a series of spaces, which
penetrate through one another, centring on an
acoustic void in the middle.
Saman Johal
saman.johal123@gmail.com
07507815392
Caulder Moore Design
12 months

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nottingham museum for lace, sculpture and arts. 1. gallery one 2. perforation lace design 3. gallery two
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