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Louvain-Est
This project resulted from the collaborative efforts of the Integrated Design Project course at the University of Montreal (ARC3020) and the Sustainable Development Integrative Project course at Polytechnique Montreal (ING8971) in Winter 2022. Facilitated by a unique collaboration between the School of Architecture at UdeM and Polytechnique Montreal, the course assembled interdisciplinary teams, each comprising two architects and four engineers. My team, including Brieuc Mouen-Makoua (mechanical engineering), Marianne Lipp (civil engineering), Manal Mouhajir (chemical engineering), Samuel Ouvrard (software engineering), Olivier Legare-Deslauriers (architecture), and Emine Avci (architecture), tackled the challenge of seamlessly integrating a sustainable library into the envisioned Louvain-Est ecodistrict.
The project's outcomes highlight the potency of collaborative design and the integration of diverse expertise. The dynamic interplay between architectural creativity and engineering precision spurred innovative solutions, emphasizing the importance of collective problem-solving. Despite my limited knowledge in civil engineering, I applied my software engineering skills to conduct a thorough watershed analysis using a national lidar database and Qgis. Additionally, I led an extensive glare and illumination analysis, informing an effective natural daylight integration strategy with mobile window panels. I proposed extra initiatives, exploring AI applications for dynamic energy demand prediction and utilizing excess server heat in the basement to reduce winter stress on heat pumps. My involvement extended to designing and constructing the large section model, illustrating the multifaceted nature of our collaborative efforts.
The large section model construction demanded a deep understanding of both architectural and engineering principles, embodying hands-on learning within our collaborative framework. This experiential learning enriched our mutual understanding and showcased the power of collaborative problem-solving. In summary, this project transformed into a dynamic learning platform, providing not only a sustainable library for the Louvain-Est ecodistrict but also a wealth of insights, skills, and a profound understanding of the synergistic relationship between architecture and engineering in crafting impactful, sustainable solutions.
Computer model of the final structure for the project.
The engineers on the team were tasked with generating two comprehensive reports throughout the project. The initial report was a qualitative report , elucidating the specific objectives of various mandates within the project and outlining the team's approach to attaining these goals. The second was a quantitative report , showcasing the outcomes of diverse calculations and analyses designed to illustrate the fulfillment of the objectives outlined in the preceding report.
