Chester Rowing Exhibition, Chester

Marsden Bothy Hub, Marsden, Huddersfield

Marsden Bothy Hub project
The site is situated at the entrance of the reservoirs in Marsden and is placed upon the edge of a 15 metre high hill edge overlooking Butterley reservoir.

Due to the site being raised high enough to appreciate the fantastic views available; the aim was to take advantage of these views while appreciating the context of the place.  In order to achieve this I had to determine which of the rooms would benefit from the views the most. The cafe will benefit from the views south-west of the site, while the accommodation and shop are able to share the same view with an option of exploring the view more in the accommodation via a balcony.

The choices of materials are influenced by the surrounding context, the site has boundaries made from an existing stone wall, This is the exterior material chosen for the walls. Green roofs are applied to help the building blend into its environment.

This design would enhance the benefits of the site as well as complimenting its surroundings.

Design Brief: 

• Compact, private living accommodation for two adults and two children (three bedrooms.) with some private outdoor space, and parking for a landrover.

• A small shop to sell appropriate provisions, clothing and equipment to walkers staying in the Bothies.

• A café/bar with kitchen facilities to provide food and drink for breakfasts, lunches and evening.

• Bothy dwellers facilities including a drying room, toilets and six showers.

• A workshop/store for maintenance materials and equipment.

Marsden Bothy, Marsden Moors, Huddersfield

Marsden Bothy project

A bothy is a basic shelter usually left unlocked and available for anyone to use free of charge.  Bothies are often found in remote, mountainous areas of Scotland, northern England, Ireland, and Wales.  They are particularly common in the Scottish Highlands.  

Although free, use of bothies is to some extent governed by the bothy etiquette:

•  Fuel for the fire should be brought, or if fuel stored in the bothy is used, more should be gathered to replace what is used.

•  Candles are usually to be found; as with fuel, these should be replaced if used.

•  All rubbish (except excrement, which should be buried) should be carried out.

•  When defecating, ensure that a location well away from the bothy and away from any watercourse is used.

• Large groups and long stays are to be discouraged – bothies are intended for small groups on the move.

The design behind this project was to focus on the peaceful, tranquil surroundings and natural subtleties around the site. 

Bike Shop, Golcar, Huddersfield

Bike Shop project
Using the knowledge learnt from the Bike shleter project and analysing the site chosen, taking full advantage of the south facing views and the sun light was the main focus on the design, to achieve this, most of the south side of the building consists of a 6 meter high curved glass wall which frames segmented views whilst allowing maximum light into the gallery area to create a bright and spacious space.

Ground floor consists of a gallery area, shop, workshop, workshop storage, storage with ease of access to shop, toilet and staff room facilities

First floor is allocated to the shop owners accommodation which consists of an open planned kitchen/dinning room, master bedroom, guest room, bathroom and balcony for south-west evening views

Bike Shelter, Firth street, Huddersfield

Bike shelter project
My first major project at university, this project helped me learn about ergonomics and anthropometrics. designing a new innovative bike shelter to replace an old outdated existing one. The thought and design process was focussing on creating an easy to access, aesthetically pleasing, secure shelter for bike riding commuters.

Pier nightclub, Southcurch seafront, Southend-on-sea

Pier nightclub project

This was my first full project which I did as my final major project at South East Essex College while studying 3D Product Design. 

The site is situated to the east of the main seafront in Southend, the site is accompanied by tranquil sea views which shows all other main attractions along Southend seafront. my design shape was driven forward by the site having the ability to take advantage of the views out southwards across the Thames and eastwards across Southend seafront.