Architectural Technology - Year 3
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Adam Thwaites
thwaita@westminster.ac.ukSenior Lecturer and Module Leader. A passionate advocate of Architectural Technology as a distinct profession and route into a career in architectural design, Adam worked for a series of small architectural practices prior to his appointment as Senior Lecturer. Adam has taught at Westminster for 16 years. Current research/areas of interest include the use of timber (CLT) in construction, demountable structures, ‘de-growth’ and energy efficient and Sustainable construction methods.
Read More...Jamie Ogilvie
J.Ogilvie@westminster.ac.ukJamie is an Architectural Technologist and alumni of the Architectural Technology BSc at the University of Westminster. Following graduation Jamie has worked for a number of years within the residential design sector in the UK and in his role as Lecturer at Westminster. As an active practitioner Jamie brings up to date technical skills and knowledge to the studio. Jamie was recipient of the CIAT Gold Medal Award for London 2018.
Read More...Tabatha Mills
t.harrismills@westminster.ac.ukSenior Lecturer and Course Leader. With 17 years industry experience, Tabatha is an Architectural Technologist who established her own studio in 2005. With a background in a variety of projects from residential to healthcare, she brings industry experience into the studio setting. Tabatha is a technologist focused on pushing educational boundaries within the specialism.
Read More...Paul Smith
psmith@fosterandpartners.comPaul is an Architect with 27 years experience at architectural practice, Foster + Partners. Paul has taught on the Architectural Technology BSc for a number of years and brings technical knowledge, experience of many and various projects and insights into the latest materials and technology.
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Thanks to Yonder.
Read More...Third Year Students developed proposals for a leisure facility (climbing gym) and co-working space, to be located on a vacant lot, once part of the 2012 Olympic Park. Following on from a site visit and investigation, students were able to try out the sport and meet with the ‘client’. Students developed ideas via sketching and model making, culminating in the first semester with the development of a concept, general arrangement drawings, and design and access statement. In the second semester students developed technical solutions, working drawings and detail drawings. Key elements were the design of a dynamic and engaging internal space with reference to the practical requirements of the client. Also, substantial floor to ceiling heights and a visually impactful building when viewed from passing trains on the adjacent railway. Consideration and technical development of passive and energy efficiency strategies were also key to this project and students were required to address each of the eight criteria forming the UOW Sustainability Design Principles.
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