About
My name is JOCELYN ONG
My name is Jocelyn Ong, studying Diploma in Design, specialising in Architecture at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. As an aspiring architect and designer, I am motivated by the challenge of transforming theoretical concepts into tangible realities that enhance everyday living spaces. I am committed to applying my growing expertise to solve real-world challenges and make meaningful contributions to the design world.
Projects
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DESIGN STUDIO PROJECTS - 5 LATEST PROJECTS
09/05/2024 - 18/02/2025
This ongoing project involves creating a community hub in response to the Rail Corridor and our selected site.
My team and I have completed the first stage of our Final Year Project, which included a comprehensive site analysis and a mood and observation video. We are now moving on to the next stage, which will be completed individually.
18/11/2024 - 05/12/2024
For this project, I am tasked to redesign the corridor of A*StarCentral Start Up company to make it appealing and attractive for the employees and visitors.
The CELESTIAL Starship is an immersive universe-themed corridor that transforms spatial experiences by integrating celestial elements, fostering inspiration, creativity, and a deep connection to the cosmos.
15/04/2024 - 08/05/2024
The Viaduct Vista project will turn the unused Queensway Railway viaduct into a lively urban space, improving neglected infrastructure and community life. With art galleries, play areas, and a flea market, it attracts visitors.
Bukit Timah Railway (Rail Memory Lane) and Clementi Forest (La La Play) also aim to revitalize spaces and foster community spirit to draw more visitors.
At Bukit Timah Railway, I planned a history gallery walk showcasing the history of the Rail Corridor. Booths are strategically placed facing opposite directions so that runners and cyclists can easily view the displays from either direction.
A flea market for artists and startup artists provides them with a platform to showcase, sell, and network, fostering opportunities for exposure and collaboration
At Bukit Timah Railway, I planned a history gallery walk showcasing the history of the Rail Corridor. Booths are strategically placed facing opposite directions so that runners and cyclists can easily view the displays from either direction.
16/10/2023 - 05/02/2024
This project consist of 3 stages; Design Research and Site Analysis, Design Toolkits of DfMA Modules, and Developing into a High-rise Dementia Friendly Building.
Evergreen Residences is an 18-storey neighborhood with 14 units per block, promoting independence and community spirit. The building's bright red exterior helps dementia patients navigate and draws inspiration from the 'Toa Payoh Dragon Playground,' evoking nostalgia with its red color and dragon scale design.
26/06/2023 - 16/08/2023
This project consist of 2 stages; Design Research and Site Analysis, and Design Development into a low-rise co-working/ cafe spaces.
While preserving the building, I added circular circulation for smooth movement, reduced congestion, and better accessibility. This improves flow between the cafe, cooking workshop, and restrooms, benefiting both Fortitude Culina's visually impaired clients and other visitors.
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VIDEO EDITING / WALKTHROUGH
Site Analysis video edited by me and my groupmate. In this video, you'll take a journey through the life of Bukit Merah, from its past to the present, giving audience a great understanding of the neighbourhood and how can they improve on the site!
Final Year Project (Year 3 Polytechnic) video montage of my whole site.
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PRODUCT INNOVATION PROJECTS
01/2023 - 02/2023
06/2022 - 08/2022
Reminiscing can back in the olden days? Introducing PEC-CAN, a modernised takeaway can that can be used for multi-purpose! Replace plastic cups used to contain beverages. Too full to finish your drink? Fret not! Pack it up and secure it with the holder and you're ready to go! Making it extra portable! You can bring it around easily as it can be compact into smaller size.
Thrifty Chef is a food and cooking app designed for individuals who want to cook without wasting food. It offers features like trending recipes, a kitchen organizer, scan-to-add items to your shopping list, and a calendar for meal planning.
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SOFTWARE SKILLS AND DRAWINGS
Exploration with Grasshoppper plugin
Exploration with Grasshoppper plugin
Exploration with Grasshoppper plugin
These are some of the Rhino exploration and skills I have acquired from Year 1 until today. In addition to constructing architectural buildings, I have also delved into various shapes and sizes, spanning from Product Cadding to Parametric structures. Through this exploration, I have fully equipped myself with skills in Rhino and am able to efficiently create models effectively.
The use of creative adobe cloud (Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator) are mainly use on all of my presentation board.
Besides the ones on my presentation board, here are some other explorations I did using these softwares.
Used in Photoshop, go to filter > Blur > Radial Blur to be able to achieve this effect.
Done in Photoshop
Used in Photoshop, go to filter > Blur > Radial Blur to be able to achieve this effect.
South Elevation
Perspective view
South Elevation
These are some of my drawings and sketches. Most of them are practice pieces for Product Innovation courses, but they also include personal projects and explorations that showcase my creativity and design skills.