Revitalizing Oasis

BUILDING PROGRAMME

Leisure Centre consists of Spa, Gym, and Cafe

DESCRIPTION
A centre where dedicated to the essential experiences of health, nourishment of the entire person and the pleasures of body and spirit. Inspired by strong commitment to soothe every wish of people seeking a peace mind. Spa Centre with the environmental characteristics are not only places for improving physical health, but also ideal for fighting the tiredness of daily activities with holistic concepts that lessen the effects of stress, age and environment. A paramount to combat the problems of busy urban lifestyles. Unwind after a day's work, or rewind after a night out. A place to refresh, renew and release. Moreover, this is also a place to catch up with old friends or make a few new ones. 

TARGET CUSTOMER/USER
Targeting on medium to high-end people. Targeting on company executives from the industrial area nearby  such as Sime Darby. Also,visitors from overseas to the factories are also the targeted customer. Furthermore, there are two colleges around which are Segi College and Cilantro Culinary Academy. Therefore, lectures, workers and college students also the potential customers.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
- To promote awareness of one's health through spa treatment.
- To educate the public of the many health benefits derived from spa treatments and therapies.
- To provide and promote a healthier lifestyle.
- To provide a space a space for customers to rest and relax by providing a genuine service.

CONCEPT
Revive - tending to impart new life or vigor to
           - restore to an active or fresh condition
           - "the renewing warmth of the sunshine"
           - imparting strength and vitality

MOOD
Sensational, welcoming and refreshing that influence a visitor's first impression upon entering a building

Site Model (Subang Jaya, Jalan SS13/1k) 

Structure Model

Mood Board                                     Material Board

 Concept Models

 Sketch Model & Development Model

Final Model [view 1]

Final Model [View 2]

 

Facade

Entrance 

 Lobby

Reception Area

 Waiting Area

Waiting Area

 Gym Area

Spa Treatment Area

Balcony Chilling Area 

Prototype 

Presentation Board
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Dissertation Book Cover Design


INTERACTIVE ARCHITECTURE:
Building Architecture Towards A Better Living


Summary of the dissertation

This dissertation generally consists an overview on how people and architecture react to each other. Architecture is the art, which above all others, combining expression, technology, and the satisfaction of human needs. Architecture also seems to be obvious that it could affect human behavior and capabilities. The wonderful of architecture is that most of the time, people react to their designed surroundings without even knowing that they are being affected. In this research report, design changes that can be made will be discussed. Next, exploration on how architectural design affects human behavior will be conversed. Moreover, the intention of architectural design in a space will also be pointed out for discussion.


Cover Jacket
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CD Cover
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Tandoori Trail Express

Proposed design for Tandoori Trail Express

The design concept of Tandoori Trail is a reflect of the sumptuous and richness of spices from the Indian Cuisine. Curvy elements give a dynamic form to the facade which then extends to the interior to create a continous flow whithin. Lustrous surface formed by cut porcelains form the facade of the Kiosk where the eclipse shape opening both among perimeter and behind beverage bar gives a sneak peep to the operation kitchen where the famous tandoori is being cooked in the process.
 First View

Second View

Presentation

Resort World Kiosk Booth

This project is about designing a Promotion/ Selling booth for Arena of Stars.

Requirement / things must have in the booth:
- Lighted company signage
- Yellow down light
- Plasma TV slot
- Flyer rack
- Tough flooring
- Lighted box (for displaying changeable poster & so on)

Before:

After:

Rooftop Garden

Proposed Hand drawn rooftop garden   

Genting Highland Funtasy World

Electrical and Architecture Concept

The design of the structure for the entrance are more to Architecture form where the structure use up the entire surface and it continues up to the ceiling to give the feeling of going into another place.

Electrical colour are used to enhance the feeling and mood of indoor arcade.

Structure are highlighted with lines of glowing lights around it.


Bright Packaging Industry

Proposed Design for Bright Packaging Industry:

Concept : Welcoming and enjoyable environment
                Professional serving
                Interaction of Space

MAIN RECEPTION
Before

After

RECEPTION COUNTER
Before

After

CONFERENCE ROOM
Before


After ( opened frosting glass sliding door)

After (closed frosting glass sliding door)

My Picture

My Picture
that's me ^^

About Me

I'm a simple girl from the Nature City, Sandakan, Sabah. Currently an Interior designer who graduated from KBU International College. I have the passion towards art and design. Love to travel around and learn new things.

Email: rachelchanxh@gmail.com