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R A Y M O N D E B I E L E R

[21.01.1993]

Swiss/Canadian

raymondebieler@gmail.com

07419335464

I am a creative and enthusiastic individual

who recently graduated with a BSc (Hons) in

Architecture from The University of the West of

England. During the course of my degree, I have

developed a range of skills, allowing me to solve

problems creatively and have gained a great

understanding of what constitutes successful

design. Through academic achievement in Design

Studio I was personally selected to collaborate in

the Digital Design Research Unit in which we used

parametric tools such as grasshopper to design

and later built a summer pavilion I was also chosen

to exhibit my Design Studio work at the UWE

architecture show: The best of UWE Architecture.

I am ready, willing and able to work long hours to

meet a deadline and I thrive under pressure, as

well as always looking for the next challenge.

BSC (HONS) ARCHITECTURE

3RD YEAR FINAL PROJECT

NATIONAL CENTRE FOR MICROBIOLOGY AND DESIGN

DELFT, NETHERLANDS

The National Centre for Microbiology and Design is a scientific

centre undertaking research in the field of microbiology,

specifically researching how micro-organisations can inform

innovation in design. The N.C.M.D. has for a mission to educate

the public about its researches and findings. It is a place of

experimentation, education and awareness-raising in support

of innovation in design & technology. Encouraging a cross-

disciplinary approach to design focusing on the possibilities

emerging from a closer relation between microbiology, design

and technology, the N.C.M.D. wants to generate curiosity among

the public in regards to innovative design solutions. To do so,

it facilitates opportunities for the public to engage with the

scientific culture through its architecture, interactive exhibitions

(films, models, microscope) and organised lectures and events.

University of the West of England, Bristol Bsc (Hons) ArchitectureGrade: First Class Honours2013-2016

London Art Portfolio SchoolJanuary 2013

Collège François-Xavier-Garneau, Québec International Baccalaureate, Business and Mathematics 2010 - 2012

E D U C A T I O N

A W A R D S & A C H I E V E M E N T S

BEST OF UWE ARCHITECTURE SHOWJuly 2016

CHAPMAN TAYLOR ‘‘ BEST MASTERPLANNING UNDERGRADUATE PRIZE’’ June 2016

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVESeptember 2015 - June 2016

NOMINATION FOR WESTERN TIMBER ASSOCIATION COMPETITIONQuality of a timber structure designQuality of technical drawingsQuality of structural modelApril 2014

DIGITAL DESIGN RESEARCH UNITSeptember 2014 - Present

DDRU 2015 http://ddru-uwe.tumblr.comDesign and Research team memberInstallation team leader

DDRU 2016Team member

The aims of the research group are: - Researching, applying and developing contemporary approaches to architectural design- Exploring and testing materials and notions of fabrication - Incorporating concepts of sustainability in relation to design and fabrication.

SECOND CUP, QuébecBarista May 2014 - August 2014

BRULERIE ST-JEAN, Québec BaristaApril 2013 - August 2014

W O R K E X P E R I E N C E S

P R O J E C T S

The objective is to apply parametric design tools to the

conception of an external structure that is suitable for

displaying our work for the UWE School of Architecture

Summer Show. Conceptually, we focussed on the idea of

'summer field'. Under this idea, the characteristics that can

be observed in natural systems, and that could potentially be

beneficial to the domain of architectural design are studied.

For example, we are addressing the adaptability of natural

organisms to their environments as well as morphological

entities that are the result of open systems. Taking into

consideration the location of the site, our Summer Field dealt

with the articulation of three main parameters: display of

students’ work, users, and the environment.

DIGITAL DESIGN RESEARCH UNIT PAVILION 2015

SUMMER FIELD

DIGITAL DESIGN RESEARCH UNIT PAVILION 2016

GRID SHELL

The UWE Research Pavilion is a type of ‘bending-active’

timber gridshell. Although typical structures attempt to avoid

bending behaviour, bending-active structures instead utilise

bending to give rise to form.

A doubly-curved surface to suit the site constraints was

defined parametrically (using Rhino Grasshopper) and then

used to derive a set of primary laths based on geodesic

lines. Secondary elements were then woven around these

primaries, again by generating geodesics. Finally, splice points

along the laths were located, with the final geometry then

exported for detailed design.

Cast In Situ Concrete (100mm)

Rigid Insulation (150mm)

DPM

Vapour barrier

Cast In Situ Concrete (200mm)

IP69k light (waterproof)

Metal Support

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Extensive soil mix (300mm)

Separation profile

Gravel

Gutter

Protection mat

Drainage plate (60mm)Filter layer

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CONCEPT & DESIGN DEVELOPMENTResearch, analysis and strategy

DESIGN EXECUTIONLayout, hand Drawing, digital illustration,photography MODEL MAKINGCardboard, foam, wood, concrete, 3d printing, laser cutting

COMPUTER SKILLSAutocad, Rhinoceros 3D, V-ray, Grasshopper, Adobe Creative Suite

S K I L L S

BSc (Hons) Architecture

Living Bridge Project

Delft, Netherlands

A bridge was needed to create a link for pedestrians

in between the northern edge and the city centre of

Delft. This bridge wants to accommodate both people

that are looking to circulate quickly, and tourists and

locals that have time to enjoy the scenery and relax. For

this reason a cafe is designed hidden under the bridge

to not affect the rapid past of the circulation.

The bridge design tries to be as respectful of its

surroundings by not visually overpowering it and not

blocking views from the different side of the canal.

Still, to create a pleasant route, the bridge wants to

protect the users from the elements. (wind, rain, sun).

To do so, a textile canopy was developed on top of the

main circulation. A transparent textile (PTFE COATED

FIBREGLASS) is used to protect from the north cold

wind, and a metal mesh (PTFE COTED OPEN MESH) is

used to protect from strong sun without blocking the

light.

To create the lightest structure possible, the canopy’s

structure also plays a role in the bridge structure.

The cafe is extruded from the landscape to follow this

concept. The concrete facade dematerialises in the

ground by the incorporation of vegetation (green roof)

and rocks in the deck.

Marcela SpadaroFunder and Co-leader of DDRUArchitectmarcela.spadaro@gmail.com

Scott Hills Architect and Senior LecturerScott.Hills@uwe.ac.uk

R E F E R E N C E S

I N T E R E S T S

L A N G U A G E SFRENCH, Fluent written and spokenENGLISH, Fluent written and spoken

Cycling, hiking, travelling, reading, drawing.