Portfolio 2015

SOLANGE MBANEFOPORTFOLIO

2015

ACCADEMIA DI ARCHITETTURA DI MENDRISIOThird Year Architecture Student

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Curriculum Vitae.......p3 Bachelor 3 Architectural Project and Design Course Atelier Martin Boesch. Head Assistant : Franz Fallavollita Alcune Scale : Rilievo Carlo Scarpa Scala SAMBA....p5 Sette scale per Como : Restauro e riuso : Ex-Chiesa San Francesco...p7 Bachelor 2 Architectural Project and Design Course Atelier Valentin Bearth. Head Assistant : Francesca Torzo

Visitors of Tavolara, Sardinia : Designing quality spaces for living homes....p15 Housing Complex, Barcelona : High density design and understanding urban dynamics..........p21

Digital Representation Course Atelier Giovanni Battista Balestra

Pavillion Design in Villa Argentina....p29

Systems and Construction Processes Atelier Franz Graf, Head Assistant : Britta Buzzi

Construction Analysis and Model making of Hydroelectric Office Deposit by Architect Rino Tami, 1953...p33

Bachelor 1 Introduction to the Architectural project Atelier Mario Botta. Head Supervisor : Gabriel Cappellato. Architecture in its territory : Model of Riviera Valley, Ticino, Switzerland ..p37 Housing introduction : Hotel-room Project : Simplex 80sqm-Duplex 160sqm...p39 In-depth Project study : Glenn Murcutt, Magney House, Bingie Point, Australia.p41 Diving Board Project in a Sports and Relax Centre, Bellinzona, Switzerland.p43

Taming the Creative Process Atelier Ricardo Blumer Sound is Material : Vocal Resonance Box, Geodesic Sound-Dome, Megaphone for an architectural procession.p45

Atelier Arduino Cantafora. Head Supervisor : Annina Ruf

From Observation to Representation : in-depth study of the Microcosmos and detail oil painting of an insect...p47 Humanitarian Volunteering

Photos of Thailand and Kruger Park........p49

Curriculum Vitae.......p3 Bachelor 3 Architectural Project and Design Course Atelier Martin Boesch. Head Assistant : Franz Fallavollita Alcune Scale : Rilievo Carlo Scarpa Scala SAMBA....p5 Sette scale per Como : Restauro e riuso : Ex-Chiesa San Francesco...p7 Bachelor 2 Architectural Project and Design Course Atelier Valentin Bearth. Head Assistant : Francesca Torzo

Visitors of Tavolara, Sardinia : Designing quality spaces for living homes....p15 Housing Complex, Barcelona : High density design and understanding urban dynamics..........p21

Digital Representation Course Atelier Giovanni Battista Balestra

Pavillion Design in Villa Argentina....p29

Systems and Construction Processes Atelier Franz Graf, Head Assistant : Britta Buzzi

Construction Analysis and Model making of Hydroelectric Office Deposit by Architect Rino Tami, 1953...p33

Curriculum Vit

THIRD YEAR ARCHITECTURE STUDENT Name Solange MBANEFO Address n2 Via Alfonso Turconi, 6850 Mendrisio, Ticino, Switzerland. Phone +41 76 633 37 96 Born 07/04/1993 Nationality Suisse - Nigria Email [email protected] Education 2011- onwards Bachelors in the Accademia di Architettura, Mendrisio, Switzerland. 2009-2011 International Baccalaureate Bilingual (English-French), Collge Champittet, Lausanne. 2003 2009 French Baccalaureate Program Scientfique. 2007-2008 Brevet des Collges, Lyce Franais in Lagos, Nigeria. Awarded: Trs Bien / Excellent.

Professional experience 2013-2014 Architectural Internship at DeFournier : Arquitetos e Urbanistas. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2013-2014 Give private lessons in English and French to Marine Soldiers and University Students. Urca-Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2012 Give private lessons in English, French and Economics to High school students. Mendrisio, Suisse 2011 Worked short period in an Illustration and Graphic design studio: Ttard. Lausanne, Suisse 2011 Participated in the Architecture Internship at EPFL. Lausanne, Suisse 2011 Participated in Model United Nations: International Debating Seminar between schools. Represented the Russian Federation. Rome, Italy 2010 and 2011 Won first prize, twice, in Schools Christmas Card Design, Collge Champittet 2010-2011 Interviews with architects, urban planners, lawyers, geographers and engineers. Memoire on socio-economical issues related to urban planning in West Africa. 2008-2011 Benevolent Assistant for Handisport, Riviera: Gymnastics and aquatic activities for handicapped children. Lausanne - Vevey, Suisse 2010 Volunteer at Ecological Research in maintaining The Kruger Park, South Africa. Scientific research on sustainable development and a particular focus on elephants. 2009 Built a School in Thailand, Benevolent Humanitarian Project, foundation Jan and Oscar. 2009 Directed and Filmed the documentaries for the Humanitarian project in Thailand. Promoted to raise funds for the trip and the Juan et Oscar foundations website 2009-2011 Art Exposition of my drawings, paintings and photographs, in Collge Champittet. 2009-2011 Founded and directed the first Female Soccer Team of Collge Champittet. 2009-2011 Won first prize in Design Competition for uniform and logo of the schools Female Soccer team.

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THIRD YEAR ARCHITECTURE STUDENT Name Solange MBANEFO Address n2 Via Alfonso Turconi, 6850 Mendrisio, Ticino, Switzerland. Phone +41 76 633 37 96 Born 07/04/1993 Nationality Suisse - Nigria Email [email protected] Education 2011- onwards Bachelors in the Accademia di Architettura, Mendrisio, Switzerland. 2009-2011 International Baccalaureate Bilingual (English-French), Collge Champittet, Lausanne. 2003 2009 French Baccalaureate Program Scientfique. 2007-2008 Brevet des Collges, Lyce Franais in Lagos, Nigeria. Awarded: Trs Bien / Excellent.

Professional experience 2013-2014 Architectural Internship at DeFournier : Arquitetos e Urbanistas. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2013-2014 Give private lessons in English and French to Marine Soldiers and University Students. Urca-Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 2012 Give private lessons in English, French and Economics to High school students. Mendrisio, Suisse 2011 Worked short period in an Illustration and Graphic design studio: Ttard. Lausanne, Suisse 2011 Participated in the Architecture Internship at EPFL. Lausanne, Suisse 2011 Participated in Model United Nations: International Debating Seminar between schools. Represented the Russian Federation. Rome, Italy 2010 and 2011 Won first prize, twice, in Schools Christmas Card Design, Collge Champittet 2010-2011 Interviews with architects, urban planners, lawyers, geographers and engineers. Memoire on socio-economical issues related to urban planning in West Africa. 2008-2011 Benevolent Assistant for Handisport, Riviera: Gymnastics and aquatic activities for handicapped children. Lausanne - Vevey, Suisse 2010 Volunteer at Ecological Research in maintaining The Kruger Park, South Africa. Scientific research on sustainable development and a particular focus on elephants. 2009 Built a School in Thailand, Benevolent Humanitarian Project, foundation Jan and Oscar. 2009 Directed and Filmed the documentaries for the Humanitarian project in Thailand. Promoted to raise funds for the trip and the Juan et Oscar foundations website 2009-2011 Art Exposition of my drawings, paintings and photographs, in Collge Champittet. 2009-2011 Founded and directed the first Female Soccer Team of Collge Champittet. 2009-2011 Won first prize in Design Competition for uniform and logo of the schools Female Soccer team.

Software Proficiency GRAPHICS: Adobe Photoshop CS, Adobe Illustrator CS, Adobe InDesign CS. CAD: Autocad, Rhino 3D, Archicad, Google SketchUp, 3D Studio Maxwell. Model Making Skills Polyvalent use of materials: Wood, Styrofoam, Foam, Carton, Plexiglas, Cement, Concrete, Plaster, and Paper. Languages English: Maternal Language French: Fluent Bilingual Italian: Fluent (Currently studying in Italian) Portuguese: Fluent (Lived for a year in Brazil) Spanish: Academic Level A2 (CECRL) Intensive Language course at Malca Instituto, Malaga, Spain German: Platform Level A1 (CECRL) Intensive Language course at Ausland Schweizer, Zrich, Switzerland

Personal interests Literature: I am to publish my own Fiction novel that I am currently finishing. Visual arts: I have won Graphic design competitions. I hold art expositions in school and with my mother. I love photography and produce yearly calendars for the family. Cultural Appreciation: I grew up, 13 years, in West Africa and finished my studies in Switzerland. A critical awareness of divers urban socio-economic inequalities motivates my studies.

I believe that discovering new cultures and adapting to different ways of life are important assets of our globalizing environment. Extreme Sports: Swiss Skydiving license and the AFF (Accelerated Free Fall license). Member of the Ticino Skydive Club : Paracentro. ( Riazzino airport)

Sailing The Advanced Scuba diving license (PADI). Medal holder in the 20km de Lausanne marathon.

Music: I play the acoustic and the electric guitar. I have participated in cultural music manifests in Nigeria and played in a school band. I also currently participate in the Rio ...... ..Carnival Bloco (Orquestra Voadora) playing the Maracatu percussion instrument: Alfaia

Languages: I speak five languages fluently enough to have an understanding of the cultural richness and social traits each one is bonded to. ..... .. .. .Every language has a particularity that one cannot only find in the hearts and passions of others you communicate with.

Humanitarian : I have volunteered in different parts of the world and I have come to realise how the urban sprawl of most third world nations represent a critical position in the occupation of built spaces for our future generations. Sustainability awareness is a very important aspect that needs to become an architectural and social norm! Cultural diversity is indeed a fascinating aspect of the world that really shows the true beauty and potential of this transforming global world.

All References can be provided upon request.

Personal interests Literature: I am to publish my own Fiction novel that I am currently finishing. Visual arts: I have won Graphic design competitions. I hold art expositions in school and with my mother. I love photography and produce yearly calendars for the family. Cultural Appreciation: I grew up, 13 years, in West Africa and finished my studies in Switzerland. A critical awareness of divers urban socio-economic inequalities motivates my studies.

I believe that discovering new cultures and adapting to different ways of life are important assets of our globalizing environment. Extreme Sports: Swiss Skydiving license and the AFF (Accelerated Free Fall license). Member of the Ticino Skydive Club : Paracentro. ( Riazzino airport)

Sailing The Advanced Scuba diving license (PADI). Medal holder in the 20km de Lausanne marathon.

Music: I play the acoustic and the electric guitar. I have participated in cultural music manifests in Nigeria and played in a school band. I also currently participate in the Rio ...... ..Carnival Bloco (Orquestra Voadora) playing the Maracatu percussion instrument: Alfaia

Languages: I speak five languages fluently enough to have an understanding of the cultural richness and social traits each one is bonded to. ..... .. .. .Every language has a particularity that one cannot only find in the hearts and passions of others you communicate with.

Humanitarian : I have volunteered in different parts of the world and I have come to realise how the urban sprawl of most third world nations represent a critical position in the occupation of built spaces for our future generations. Sustainability awareness is a very important aspect that needs to become an architectural and social norm! Cultural diversity is indeed a fascinating aspect of the world that really shows the true beauty and potential of this transforming global world.

All References can be provided upon request.

Personal interests Literature: I am to publish my own Fiction novel that I am currently finishing. Visual arts: I have won Graphic design competitions. I hold art expositions in school and with my mother. I love photography and produce yearly calendars for the family. Cultural Appreciation: I grew up, 13 years, in West Africa and finished my studies in Switzerland. A critical awareness of divers urban socio-economic inequalities motivates my studies.

I believe that discovering new cultures and adapting to different ways of life are important assets of our globalizing environment. Extreme Sports: Swiss Skydiving license and the AFF (Accelerated Free Fall license). Member of the Ticino Skydive Club : Paracentro. ( Riazzino airport)

Sailing The Advanced Scuba diving license (PADI). Medal holder in the 20km de Lausanne marathon.

Music: I play the acoustic and the electric guitar. I have participated in cultural music manifests in Nigeria and played in a school band. I also currently participate in the Rio ...... ..Carnival Bloco (Orquestra Voadora) playing the Maracatu percussion instrument: Alfaia

Languages: I speak five languages fluently enough to have an understanding of the cultural richness and social traits each one is bonded to. ..... .. .. .Every language has a particularity that one cannot only find in the hearts and passions of others you communicate with.

Humanitarian : I have volunteered in different parts of the world and I have come to realise how the urban sprawl of most third world nations represent a critical position in the occupation of built spaces for our future generations. Sustainability awareness is a very important aspect that needs to become an architectural and social norm! Cultural diversity is indeed a fascinating aspect of the world that really shows the true beauty and potential of this transforming global world.

All References can be provided upon request.

Alcune Scale : Rilievo Carlo Scarpa (1963-66)La Scala Samba

structure: in concrete _ step: polished cincrete_ handrail: in metal fixed into stone bricks _ floor: in stoneheight: 273cm_ number of steps: 13_ alzata: 21cm_ pedata: varible

Plaster model 1:20 scaleMuseo Castlvecchio, Verona, Italy

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Sete Scale Per Como : Resatauro e RiusoEx-Chiesa San Francesco

Renovating the church into a multipurpose space: moveable staircases linking to lateral mezzanins for a public book store and a Performance stage in the alter area.

Church Edifice Model 1:20 scale. Hand Rail Sample 1:1 scale

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FLOOR PLANIllustrating acoustic stage curtain in the Alter of the ex-church

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MAIN FACADECaffe on ground level extends to the outter patio. The original facade is preserved but a lateral

window is opened to create more light and contact with the pedestrians

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Ex Chiesa San Francesco, ComoSezione longitudinale AA'_scala 1:50Francesca Schiavello_ Solange MbanefoLONG CROSS SECTION AA

Illustrating moveable staircaise, the upper library and the caffe on the ground floor

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CROSS SECTION BBIllustrating bridge passageway linking the two

sides of the elevated library.

Designing Quality Spaces for the Hospitable AtmosphereVacation Accommodation on the Island of Tavolara, Sardinia, Italy

Understanding how to tame rural sites to our comforts of livingSite model : carton cut by hand, 1:500 scale / Project Model : MDF, 1:20 scale, 1:100 scale

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FLOOR PLANUse of local stones to communicate with

the natural environment of the island

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CROSS SECTION AAFlat alluminium roof with numerous openings and windows to

cross-ventilate and communicate with the view and nature

CROSS SECTION BBPrivate Garden-Patio and embeded stone stairway

leading down to the Sardinian sea

Residential High Density Housing : Raval, Barcelona, Spain

A Study of Social Quarters and Affordable Urban DwellingsReinforcing linked public spheres dedicated to local community reunions.

Site model: White concrete, 1:200 scale / Project Model : concrete, MDF, 1:20, 1:50, 1:200 scale

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STREET FACADERestaurant and kiosk opened to the street ; entrance to the

public park

Compact Residential social living

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Digital Rapresentation CourseDesigning an Interactive Pavillion for the University Park

Appreciation of Vector Software, CAD Programs, Rendering and 3D modelling

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The location of the pavilion was chosen to be placed along the parks secondary path that is usually less frequented.The form was designed to complement the schools main building across the field. The wooden structure, inspired by the

classical cabin, maintains the transitory aspect the present pathway evokes. The steel cords supporting the suspended bench emphasize natural lighting, aeration and a light hearted feel one has when enjoying a lazy afternoon in the park.

Detailed Construction Analysis drawings and Model Making1953 Hydroelectric Office Deposit, By Rino Tami

Model in MDF, 1:50 scale

Sistemi e processi della costruzione esercizio semestre autunnale 2012 PRESENTAZIONE ESERCIZIO BOZZE DETTAGLI Mercoled 31 ottobre 2012

Prof. Franz Graf assistenti: Britta Buzzi, Carlo Dusi, Monica Sciarini

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Architecture in its territory Regional Model 1:5000 scale. Hand cut 2mm carton

Riviera Valley, Ticino, Switzerland

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Introduction to Housing : Hotel room design Study on Quality of Short-term Lodging and the Values of Spatial ComfortHand Drawings, China Ink Rapidograph / 1:20 scale MDF Wood Model

Site : Historical City Square, Bellinzona, Switzerland

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Spatial Interpretation of an Architectural Project Three Dimensional Carton Model, Parallel Sections. Hand drawings. China Ink Rapidograph

Glenn Murcutt, Magney House, Bingie Point, Australia

Diving Board Project in Public Sports and Relax CentreArchitectural Design Study on transitional spaces, Vertical Circulation, Panorama, Atmosphere, and Light.

Hand Drawings, China Ink Rapidograph / 1:20 scale Foam ModelSite : Leisure park in Bellinzona, Switzerland. Designed by Architect A.Galfetti with F.Ruchart

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Sound Is MaterialDesining an instrumental body that provides resonance as a relation to substantial matter

Generating, Manipulating and Projecting in Sound DesignSteel sheets designed for a collective Megaphone March through the Old city of Mendrisio

Paper Composition of a Geodesic Resonace Dome . 1:1 scale

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Observational Study : Investigating our MicrocosmosDetailed Anatomy Research, Composition, Proportions and Volumetric Understanding

Oil Painting on Wooden CanvasName : Beautiful Imperfections

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Humanitarian Experience 1st photograph: Volunteering in Chang-Mai, Thailand to Build a school

2nd Photograph: The Earth: Our source of Life3rd Photograph: Working for Elephant conservation research camp in Kruger park, South Africa

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MBANEFO SOLANGE

VIA ALFONSO TURCONI N26850, MENDRISIO

[email protected]

+41 76 633 37 96

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