portfolio by xin bi
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Architectural PortfolioTRANSCRIPT
A pen, sketchbook and a camera from me to me, those were essen al tools, which followed me around during travelling to different places, I was always interested in and wonder to know why different
building styles happen in different places. I used camera to shoot the building, using pen and sketchbook to record the detail of the styles by insigh ul observa on. Un l when I read a book, which was about
most ancient buildings have gradient roof in south of China because it always rain heavily there, but buildings in northern is drought rela vely, so most of buildings were constructed with flat roof, then I was
pleasapleasantly surprised to learn the style of buildings can be influenced by climate, which a ract me more to interest in and study architecture.
Fortunately, my Founda on course qualifica on gave me an opportunity to study architecture, which taught me architecture is not only design styles of buildings, but it also is the design of people’s life and
future. Winston Churchill once said that "we shape our buildings, therea er they shape us", which briefly and brilliantly give me a sense what is architecture, not just in designing the physical world, but also in
affec ng the people and communi es that are shaped by those designs. We are using crea on skills to shape buildings, which can be enlightened and influenced by climate, geography, culture, economy, polity,
hihistory and technology; therea er they passively strive to improve quality of people’s lives and strengthen communi es. All of these reveal the important role that architects have, which allure me gradually
desire to be an architect, because architects have the chance to create an enduring mark on the world.
During process of working on the different projects, I gradually gained a powerful skill of enlightenment and crea on by previous experience, an intriguing ability evolving from our originali es and perspec ves.
When formula ng my own unique crea ons, I learned I should proof how my ideas can be achieved in real world, therefore I may need to make some models, diagrams to analyse and create a parallel between
our imagina on and the world in which we live. Each project I have done allowed my passion to evolve further, hence a more advanced level is determined by my decision. Architecture gave me a faith that I
cancan achieve new heights, which ac ng as a founda on for success and fulfilment for my future, and it works as a potent, influen al force in my life, which has given me a sense of direc on and meaning. It is my
passion for Architecture, which acts as a catalyst for inspira on to give me with a sense of ambi on and desire.
By the par cipa ng pavilion group project last year, I experienced group working and prac ce an actual project for our clients. We were authorized by Na onal Trust to build a pavilion in Winter Park, we created
our idea for client’s requests, considering the construc on technology with exis ng site, we worked as group and use everybody’s analyse and thought to correct and improve again and again to make sure it
would definitely work in real space. Finally we got sa sfac on from our clients. This experience taught me some knowledge I never cannot learn from class, which is how buildings get built in the social sense,
bebecause an approval process must be gone through by public and private with design review boards, planning and building departments, neighborhood associa ons, and other community groups. All of these
experiences gave me more confidence to work on architecture in the future.
My main hobby is travelling, because I can have fun, and whilst I can know more knowledge about local condi ons, culture and architecture in different places. Personally I prefer to view a structure in person,
because it is substan ally more potent than a mere image, so I have been travelling a lot throughout Europe these years. I travelled with my school to Germany this year, which is a birthplace of architecture.
Buildings such as Mercedes-‐Benz Museum give me a new sense about visi ng route, the double helix structure has brought a special "two" set tour route from top to bo om to contribute the circula on; the
designdesign of Jewish Museum also let me experience how the space to express the emo on, a labyrinth compression narrow closed space design, as well as cu ng-‐shaped, dark ligh ng are deliberately arranged
to make visitors feel a sense of history of the Jews in Germany is full of difficul es and challenges through space. All of these experiences during travelling has broadened my horizons and opened up my mind.
On many occasions, I u lise ICT facili es such as CAD, Sketchup or Rhino, in order to release and present the flow of ideas in my mind. This contrast of leisure and learning enables me to develop a clear sense
of balance within my life.
In my opinion, my passion for architecture has determined my career in the future, and I desire to enhance my knowledge of architecture, in order to strive to be an real architect for crea ng posi ve changes
in our community. Therefore I believe Master course of Architecture is my second part of journey, it can give me more professional skills by challenge my crea ve poten al, and I am expec ng to par cipa ng
in a rewarding, self fulfilling course.
AA pen, sketchbook and a camera from me to me, those were essen al tools, which followed me around during travelling to different places, I was always interested in and wonder to know why different
building styles happen in different places. I used camera to shoot the building, using pen and sketchbook to record the detail of the styles by insigh ul observa on. Un l when I read a book, which was about
most ancient buildings have gradient roof in south of China because it always rain heavily there, but buildings in northern is drought rela vely, so most of buildings were constructed with flat roof, then I was
pleasapleasantly surprised to learn the style of buildings can be influenced by climate, which a ract me more to interest in and study architecture.
Fortunately, my Founda on course qualifica on gave me an opportunity to study architecture, which taught me architecture is not only design styles of buildings, but it also is the design of people’s life and
future. Winston Churchill once said that "we shape our buildings, therea er they shape us", which briefly and brilliantly give me a sense what is architecture, not just in designing the physical world, but also in
affec ng the people and communi es that are shaped by those designs. We are using crea on skills to shape buildings, which can be enlightened and influenced by climate, geography, culture, economy, polity,
hihistory and technology; therea er they passively strive to improve quality of people’s lives and strengthen communi es. All of these reveal the important role that architects have, which allure me gradually
desire to be an architect, because architects have the chance to create an enduring mark on the world.
A pen, sketchbook and a camera from me to me, those were essen al tools, which followed me around during travelling to different places, I
was always interested in and wonder to know why different building styles happen in different places. I used camera to shoot the building, using
pen and sketchbook to record the detail of the styles by insigh ul observa on. Un l when I read a book, which was about most ancient buildings
have gradient roof in south of China because it always rain heavily there, but buildings in northern is drought rela vely, so most of buildings were
conconstructed with flat roof, then I was pleasantly surprised to learn the style of buildings can be influenced by climate, which a ract me more to
interest in and study architecture.
Fortunately, my Founda on course qualifica on gave me an opportunity to study architecture, which taught me architecture is not only design
styles of buildings, but it also is the design of people’s life and future. Winston Churchill once said that "we shape our buildings, therea er they
shape us", which briefly and brilliantly give me a sense what is architecture, not just in designing the physical world, but also in affec ng the people
and communi es that are shaped by those designs. We are using crea on skills to shape buildings, which can be enlightened and influenced by
climclimate, geography, culture, economy, polity, history and technology; therea er they passively strive to improve quality of people’s lives and
Xin Bi xinswi [email protected] +447833459396
Xin Bi Email: xinswi [email protected] number:+44(0)7833459396
Address:Apartment 124 City South39 City Road EastManchester M15 4QE
EDUCATION MANCHESTER SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTUREUNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTERManchester, UKSeptember 2010 -‐ July 2013
BA(Hons) ArchitectureCourses already taken include:Design StudiDesign Studio, Technology and HumanityKey projects involved:Final year exhibi on, Final year project “Media Hub”, 224 pavilion, Gothic Museum&Gallery, Light Pavilion, etc.Degree: expected 2:1
INTO MANCHESTERManchester, UKSeSeptember 2007 -‐ July 2008
Interna onal Founda on YearCourse taken include:Mathema cs, Futher Mathema cs, Physics, ICT and English
EXPERIENCE&ACTIVITIES
FINAL YEAR EXHIBITIONManchester, UKApril 2013 -‐ June 2013
Video making Par cipated in exhibi on’s video and audio making.Construc on Assemble
DMP ADMP ARCHITECTS, LLCBeijing, ChinaJune 2012 -‐ August 2012
Architectural AssistantPar cipated in the project of Huawei Beijing Department
224 PAVILION DESIGN & CONSTRUCTIONManchester, UKOctober 2011 -‐ November 2011
Pavilion Construc onPar cipated in a pavilion project for Dunham Massey winter garden, authorized by the Na onal Trust.
LIGHT LIGHT PAVILION DESIGNManchester, UKSeptember 2013 -‐ October 2013
Light pavilion design team Par cipated in light pavilion project design for Ruby Lounge.
AMSTERDAM STUDY TRIPAmsterdam, NetherlandsNNovember 2010
Par cipated the Amsterdam study trip which is guided by school, in order to visit famous architecture works.
BERLIN URBANISM RESEARCH -‐ BERLIN STUDY TRIPBerlin, GermanyNovember 2013
PPar cipated the Berlin urbanism research which is based on Berlin study trip, a group assignment essay has been done to inves gate Berlin’s urbanism.
EUROPE STUDY TRIPFrance, Spain, Slovinia, ItalyJune 2011 -‐ July 2011
TTravelled many European countries such as Spain, Italy, France, Slovenia to see different architecture, also appreciated UK architecture by travelling during studying in UK.
OTHEREXPERIENCE
TELEPHONE CAMPAIGN -‐ INTERNATIONAL OFFICE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTERPart -‐ me jobManchester, UKMarch 2013 -‐ Present
March 2012 -‐ June 2012
March 2010 -‐ June 2010
TTelephone CallerWorked for the Interna onal Office in the University of Manchester talked with offer holder by phone, answered their general ques on and helped them with their applica on.Experienced Experienced to work with different na onali es’ colleagues, and could provide good customer service for clients and also could well handle complaints.
NEW SAMSI JAPANESE RESTAURANTPart -‐ me jobManchester, UKApril 2011 -‐ October 2012
GeneGeneral Waitress & CashierThe role was to serve and order food for customers with smile. Experienced to work in the restaurant contribute me to be more social and able to talk and chat with different people.
LANGUAGESMandarin: Mother tongueCantonese: IntermediateEnglish: Excelent Fluent
SOFTWARESMicroso OfficeAdobe PhoAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe IndesignAutodesk AutoCADAutodesk 3ds MaxAutodesk Ecotect AnalysisRevit ArchitectureRhinoceRhinocerosSketchupImovieGarageBand
Mac + PC Pla orms
SKILLS &COMPETENCE
Xin Bi Email: xinswi [email protected] number:+44(0)7833459396
Address:Apartment 124 City South39 City Road EastManchester M15 4QE
Sec ons drawings
Eleva on drawing
Plan drawings
Technical detail drawings
