Connaught Brick and Stone Reclamation Project
Final Submission
Team Members:
Amanda Lang
Christine Bachinsky
Contact: Amanda Lang
tel: 306-737-0482
email: [email protected]
Table of Contents
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Concept Statement___________________________________________________________3
Visual Representation_________________________________________________________4
Budget ___________________________________________________________________10
Team Member CVs__________________________________________________________ 11
Work Samples______________________________________________________________14
References________________________________________________________________ 20
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Concept Statement
Rassembler means to gather. As a community it is integral that we create spaces that promote coming
together. It is in these spaces that we can join together to share our views and our values, to build
connections between us and our neighbours, and to celebrate our cultures and our community.
‘Rassembler’ is a welcoming and vibrant place for neighbours and visitors to gather at the Albert Street
gateway of Cathedral Village. We envision creating a delightful and inviting place that encourages
people to sit and meet with their neighbours. We propose creating a sculptural raised planter in the
shape of the stone people from the former Connaught School gymnasium frieze. We chose to reference
the stone people because we see this form as an expression of the strong sense of community and
pride that is shared by the residents of Cathedral Village.
fig.1
Connaught School Gymnasium 'Stone People'
The foundation of the planter walls will be constructed of the concrete retaining wall blocks that exist
currently on the project site. The reclaimed red brick from the school will then be used as facing material
for the Rassembler planter. The large tyndal stone blocks will be incorporated into the walls of the planter
as both sculptural elements and functional seating blocks. The curvilinear form of the raised planter will
require the advice of a qualified masonry specialist. Their expertise will ensure the planter will be both
an elegant sculptural form, and a strong and robust public amenity that can be enjoyed by the
neighbourhood for years to come. Jeannie Mah's ceramic plaque, signifying the origins of the materials,
will be placed in a prominent location on the raised planter wall for passersby to read.
In the center of the raised planter will be a grand shade tree. The lush oxygen-giving tree is meant to
symbolize the energy and spirit of the people of Cathedral Village. Growing at the base of the tree will
be a mixture of colourful shrubs, perennials and annuals that change with the seasons, adding another
dynamic layer to the space. To define the extent of the plaza and to further reference the iconic materials
of Connaught School, we propose that the striking red bricks of the exterior of the school be used as a
paving surface around the planter.
Moving forward, we would like to explore the possibility of solar lighting. We believe that lighting would
gracefully illuminate the brick and stone materials of Connaught School while also enhancing the
grandeur of the symbolic tree.
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Visual Representation
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Budget
Artist's fees
Based on CARCC's 2015 Professional Artist Fees we propose the following:
Consultation: Per day, over 4 hours 495 per artist (2) = 990.00
Installation: Per day, over 4 hours 418 per artist (2)
= 836.00
Preparation: Per day, under 4 hours 222 (2)
= 444.00
Sub Total
2,270.00
Additional Materials
Rental of asphalt cutting equipment/contractor
= 1,000.00
Bedding sand for brick paving
= 150.00
Adhesive for raised planter wall assembly
= 500.00
Rigid insulation for interior of planter
=
Concrete curb (perimeter of brick plaza)
= 700.00
Concrete Piles (base for tyndal blocks)
=
Planting Mix
= 500.00
Tree
= 350.00
Tree staking materials ie timber stakes, wire/cord
= 100.00
Shrubs, perennials & annuals
= 500.00
Sub Total
= 4,700.00
TOTAL
= 6,970.00
200.00
700.00
Reuse of Existing Materials
Reuse existing retaining wall concrete blocks to construct planter wall structure, and adhere
bricks, tile and stone to the structure.
Reuse rock from existing planter as base material for the raised planter to be constructed on.
Community Sweat Equity
Labour to:
Cut existing asphalt, remove asphalt
4 hours, 3 people
Excavate site for planter & brick plaza
surface
4 hours, 3 people
Pour concrete curb edge for brick plaza
4 hours, 3 people
Pour concrete piles for tyndall blocks
4 hours, 3 people
Install raised stone planter wall
2 days, 5 people
Install brick plaza surface
2 days, 3 people
Install tree in planter
3 hours, 3 people
Fill planter with planting mix
Plant shrubs, perennials and annuals
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2 hours, 4 people
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Team Member CVs
AMANDA LANG, BFA, M Land Arch, SALA, CSLA
Education
2010
2004
1999
Master of Landscape Architecture, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB
Thesis Title – Echoes of Experience: The Narrative Forces of the Qu’Appelle Valley
Bachelor of Fine Arts, with Distinction, Major: Printmaking, Minor: Art History,
University of Regina, Campion College, Regina, SK
Dean’s List, Fall 2002
High School Graduation with honors, Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School, Regina, SK
Professional Experience
2007 – present
2005 & 2006
2005
1999 – 2004
2000
Project Landscape Architect, David Powell Landscape Architect, Regina, SK
Design Assistant, David Powell Landscape Architect, Regina, SK
St. Mary’s Nursery & Garden Centre, Winnipeg, MB
Lakeview Gardens, Regina, SK
Program Director, Girl Guide Provincial Camp CAN-TE-KA-YE, Diefenbaker Lake,
SK
Two Person Exhibitions
2004
2002
2001
Puedo tomar una photo por favor? Can I take your photo please? - Photography – with
Julie Heinrich – Fifth Parallel Gallery, U of Regina, SK, student run gallery
Photophobia – Photography – with Julie Heinrich - Fifth Parallel Gallery
No Name – Photography – with Julie Heinrich - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Group Exhibitions
2007
2006
2004
2003
2002
MALA Night – Landscape Architecture students and Manitoba LA professionals exhibit
recent projects - Adelaide McDermot Gallery, Winnipeg, MB
LASA Photography Competition and Exhibit - Adelaide McDermot Gallery, Winnipeg,
MB
MALA Night – Landscape Architecture students and Manitoba LA professionals exhibit
recent projects - Adelaide McDermot Gallery, Winnipeg, MB
LASA Photography Competition and Exhibit – Received third place in the colour photo
category - Adelaide McDermot Gallery, Winnipeg, MB
Picturing Regina 100 Years Later – Rosemont Gallery, Regina, SK
Members’ Show – Fifth Parallel Gallery, U of Regina, SK, student run gallery
The Ladies’ Room - BFA Graduating Exhibition - Mackenzie Art Gallery, Regina, SK
Upstairs – Mysteria Gallery, Regina, SK
Women on the Line III – artist and co-curator with Kelsie Wilson - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Christmas Printmaking Show and Sale – Fifth Parallel Gallery
Print Show & Sale – Fifth Parallel Gallery
Members Show - Fifth Parallel Gallery
3rd Annual Panel Auction - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Women on the Line II - Fifth Parallel Gallery
OverExposure - Photography - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Printeramics - Fifth Parallel Gallery
A Difficult Marriage: Members’ Show - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Women on the Line - Fifth Parallel Gallery
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2001
2000
Members’ Show - Fifth Parallel Gallery
Athletics Scholarship/Printmaking Fundraiser – U of R
Class Photography Show - Ante Chamber, Regina, SK
Collections
Regina Civic Art Collection
Bibliography
"The Process Photography Competition." Warehouse Fifteen (2006). University of
Manitoba, Faculty of Architecture, 422.
Nordstrom, Kristina. "Ishii Japanese Garden Fence," Warehouse Fifteen (2006).
University of Manitoba, Faculty of Architecture, 410-411.
Berm & Swale – Fall 2004 issue & Winter 2005 issue –Landscape Architecture Student
Association magazine.
Brandhagen, Krista. “Previously showing at the Fifth Parallel Gallery: Photophobia: An
intolerance or dread of light.” The Carillon. University of Regina Student’s Union
Newspaper. 27 August 2002, 20.
Awards
2005 & 2007
2003 Fall
2003 Spring
2002 Fall
2002 Fall
The Saskatchewan Association of Landscape Architects Academic Award
Reverend Walter A. Wadey Bursary – Campion College
Freda Mesbur Memorial Prize in Visual Arts
Kiyomi Annette Shoyama Bursary in Visual Arts
Anne Giroux Memorial Bursary – Campion College
Professional Affiliations
Saskatchewan Association of Landscape Architects, Full Member
Canadian Society of Landscape Architects, Full Member
American Society of Landscape Architects, Associate Member (20010-2012)
Manitoba Association of Landscape Architects, Student Membership 2005-2007
Fifth Parallel Gallery, Regina, SK, University of Regina, student run gallery (2000-2004)
Visual Arts Community Association (VACA), Regina, SK (2000-2001)
Certification
2004
WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) Basic Certification
Volunteer Experience
1999 – present
2010 – present
2000 – 2004
2001 – 2004
2000 Fall
Girl Guides of Canada, Guider
Volleyball Coach, assistant, Queen City Volleyball Club
Fifth Parallel Gallery Board of Directors member, Regina, SK
Documentation Officer - Fifth Parallel Gallery, Regina, SK
Publicity Officer - Fifth Parallel Gallery, Regina, SK
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Christine Bachinsky, BFA, M Land Arch
Education
2007 – 2010
2001 – 2005
2000 – 2001
Master of Landscape Architecture, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Sculpture Major, honors, Concordia University, Montreal, QC
Foundation Year, Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design, Vancouver, BC
Professional experience
2011 - present
2009-2011
2008
2006
Project Landscape Architect, Crosby Hanna & Associates, Regina, SK
Technical Draftsperson / Landscape Designer / Landscaper, Nancy Mackin
Architecture, West Vancouver, BC.
Landscaper, My Living Canvas Garden Services, Vancouver, BC.
Landscaper, Anderson Garden Services, Vancouver, BC.
Professional Involvement
2012, 2014 present
2010
2010
2010
Associate Representative, Saskatchewan Association of Landscape Architects
Board Member, Community Studio, Vancouver, BC
Design Project Lead and Charrette Facilitator, Community Studio and Katzie First
Nation
Design Workshop Facilitator, Community Studio & Denman Island Memorial
Software Skills / Licenses
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office,
Hand Rendering/Sketching, Driver’s License
Professional Affiliations
2011 - present
Associate Member, Saskatchewan Association of Landscape Architects
Certification
2014
Canadian Certified Playground Inspector, The Canadian Parks and Recreation
Association, (Expiry Date: October 31, 2017)
Workshops
2011
Safegrowth and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
Workshop
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Work Samples
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