the bamboo
Residential Architecture Design Project | LI, JIN-FU Architect 李金福建築師事務所
Architectural Assistant | Summer 2020
The Bamboo project was an independent endeavour that significantly enriched my architectural expertise. Aiming to depict the imagery of a bamboo forest, I used vertical forms to symbolize growth and development. By merging reality with design concepts, I crafted an imaginative yet realistic building.
This project provided immense exposure to architectural principles and problem-solving skills. The practical challenges, including navigating Taiwan's strict earthquake laws, forced me to devise unconventional solutions. Incorporating the client's bamboo motif vision allowed for creative expression, with the bamboo segments evoking upward growth through strategic dividing lines. The facade creatively brought the bamboo forest into the building. Ultimately, the Bamboo in the Woods project exponentially expanded my architectural acumen, teaching me to synthesize technical knowledge, design thinking, and client needs to create a cohesive and innovative structure.
technical drawing
Overall Experiences
Located in Yongjing Township, Changhua County, Taiwan, the Bamboo project significantly challenged and enhanced my architectural design capabilities. I reviewed crucial building regulations, collaborated extensively with the architect and municipal officials, and gained valuable skills in design collaboration and project management.
Balancing seismic design with aesthetic vision was a key difficulty, but through perseverance and thorough discussions with the project team, we devised solutions that met legal requirements and captured the client's concepts. Techniques like bamboo dividing lines creatively incorporated the client's intentions. This project laid a strong foundation for my future as an architect, honing my ability to solve complex design challenges and manage multi-party collaborations. These lessons will be invaluable as I advance in my architectural career.