BUILDING SCIENCE RESEARCH
BUILDING SCIENCE RESEARCH
Welcome to my building science research page! As a young architectural designer, I am passionate about exploring the latest trends and technologies in the field of architecture. In this page, I will be sharing research findings on innovative budling designs, sustainable construction practices, and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of architecture. My goal is to provide insights and inspiration for fellow architects, builders and enthusiasts who are interested in pushing the boundaries what is possible in the built environment.
Seattle Central Library
Architect: OMA
Location: Seattle, Washington
Date: 2004
Architectural detail drafted by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate shows the gutter and joint of the curtainwall system at a bend.
Daoíz y Velarde Cultural Center
Architect: Rafael de La-Hoz
Location: Madrid, Spain
Date: 2013
Architectural detail drafted by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate explains how the passive circulation of air in the building is used to reduce HVAC load.
Gardening Center
Architect: Architekti DRNH
Location: Kromeriz, Czech Republic
Date: 2012
Architectural detail drafted by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate shows the gutter, insulation and ventilation of the roof system.
Wall of Alcázar Arjona
Architect: Mensulae | Architectura & Patrimonio
Location: Arjona, Spain
Date: 2019
The architectural sketch by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate shows the blending of new and old building techniques. Rammed earth of today’s building science is blended with medieval stone masonry.
Tony Fruit Office
Architect: TAA Design
Location: Vietnam
Date: 2020
The architectural sketch by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate shows how TAA Design leveraged shading systems to optimize thermal comfort within the Tony Fruit Office. The transition between the open office and circulation space was optimized for equitable light distribution.
Soil Setoda
Architect: Horiuchi Inatomi
Location: Onomichi, Japan
Date: 2021
Architectural detail drafted by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate shows the exterior window system.
Fire Station No. 7
Architect: Emerick Architects
Location: Portland, Oregon
Date: 2014
Axonometric and section view of Fire Station No. 1 was sketched by Nathalie Hutchinson in Procreate to understand how this adaptive reuse project turned this decommissioned Fire Station into an office and retail space for Bremik Construction.
