The document provides biographical and portfolio information for Nawras AlMasri. It includes sections on personal information, education, work experience, languages, technical skills, and selected academic and internship projects from 2016-2021. The projects showcase adaptive reuse, mixed-use designs, and focus on integrating nature and community.

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THE LOCUS
Selected Works 2016 - 2021
by Nawras AlMasri

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PERSONAL INFORMATION
Nawras AlMasri
1605, Al Ain Tower, Hamdan Str.
Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
U.A.E:+971 558 340 354 / JOR:+962 795 888 745
almasri.nawras98@gmail.com
10. March 1998 Amman, Jordan
Jordan
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Birth Date/City
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Education
October 2021
September 2019
June 2016
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
German Jordanian University, Amman, Jordan
Exchange Semester
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Frankfurt a. Main, Germany
International High-school (International Baccalaureate)
Modern Montessori School, Amman, Jordan
Work Experience
March - July 2020 Internship at Bernhardt + Partner Architekten in Darmstadt
- Concept Design for TU Darmstadt Institute of Mathematics
- Adaptive re-use of Cultural Centre in Undenheim, Germany
June - July 2019 Internship at Raed Al Naber Architects in Amman
- Design of Private Villa in Porto Heli, Greece
Languages Arabic
Russian
English
German
Technical Skills CAD Modelling: Rhinoceros, Revit, AutoCAD
Visualization: Enscape, Lumion
Other: Photoshop, InDesign
Personal Skills
Native Language
Fluent (C1)
Fluent (C1)
Advanced (B2)
Excellent Knowledge
Excellent Knowledge
Basic Knowledge
Abu Dhabi, 16 April
Word from Author:
An important part of my education was to understand how Form can be
manipulated, starting from a basic Grid that can contain information
about the whole process. Form manipulation is accompanied
by understanding various Modern and Contemporary theories in
Architecture, which are translated literally or poetically through the
manipulated form. Therefore, Form acquires traces of Architectural
Knowledge.
The word Locus followed me throughout my studies. A Locus generally
means Location or Place (if understood from the known Latin term
“Genius Loci”). Precisely, a Locus is “a set of points whose location
is determined by stated conditions” - Merriam Webster 1828. My
interpretation of the term Locus is more artistic, and can be simply
represented by a grid (a set of points joined by lines), and manipulated
by certain conditions (such as site forces or design principles). It is not a
Traditional 2D grid anymore, rather it can occur in any given dimension.
After the grid is manipulated by imposed forces, it attains a spirit
unique to its place and function. The process of manipulation can be
fun and challenging, like a puzzle. Architecture becomes the Muse.
Personal Work:
Experimenting Aquarelle
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Internship Work:
Undenheim Cultural Centre
Porto Heli Residence
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Academic Work:
SkyHive, SkyHaven & The Engine
The Array
Temple of Tranquillity
Terra-Vita Urban Gardens
Museum of Solace
The Datum
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The goal is to create a self-sustaining facilitated micro community
by adapting and rehabilitating an existing and abandoned high rise
complex in Amman. Such Rehabilitation enables living and working
interdependently for the local entrepreneurs and residents, thus
creates an environment resilient to crisis that is able to regenerate
itself and the urban context.
The Engine was worked in collaboration with Marah Altarawneh.
I have worked on the 3D documentation of the existing structure
based on working drawings. I was responsible for the proposed facade
treatment, finishes and interior atria with their corresponding bridges.
Finally, I was in charge of the Landscaping of the overall project, taking
into consideration the correct type of local plants.
SKYHIVE, SKYHAVEN & THE ENGINE
The Engine Terraces, Roof Gardens and connecting Bridges. SkyHive and SkyHaven Fragmentation & Voids Proposed Urban park and Vertical Gardens
Existing State of Abandoned High rises Podium Intervention connecting High rises
SkyHive, SkyHaven & The Engine, along with connective landscapes.
Adaptive Re-use & Rehabilitation
ARCH591/592 Graduation Project 2020/2021
Collaboration Work with Marah Altarawneh
Supervised by Arch. Raed AlNaber
German Jordanian University, Jordan

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Original structure revealed lack of relationship
between the high rises; they rise abruptly
above the ground without any consideration
to the context. The new design offers a stronger
relationship between the three structures. It allows
for continuous spaces and circulation. The high
rises descend with the aid of terraces to reach the
ground and human scale.
A continuous flow of movement is created by
superimposing two circulation ribbons, that wrap
around the high rises, intersect near each core, and
link all major entrances to the project. The ribbons
are translated in every floor to maintain vertical
continuity. The Circulation Ribbon is articulated
to allow an overlay of various paths, landscaping,
and seating areas. There is always a celebration
in the centre, a place where everything converges.
The proposed regeneration
focuses on gradually connecting
the High rises to the ground,
meanwhile maintaining strong
connection in-between which
originally was missing. Atria were
introduced to maximize Daylight
and ventilation for indoor
spaces.
Landscaping is introduced
throughout the various terraces
to create the Urban Park and
Gardens. Sun Breakers are
introduced to control daylight
and provide comfortable indoor
environment. Permeable facade
allows fresh air inside.
Scene from Engine Central Courtyard.
Scene from Engine Landscape ribbon.
Existing Abandoned High rises (Left) vs. New Proposal.
Proposed Circulation Ribbon connecting High rises.
3D Section from the SkyHaven and Engine Central Courtyard. 3D Section from the SkyHive and Engine main Entrance.
Proposed Adaptive Re-use and Rehabilitation.
Engine new Facade proposal, connections and Terraces.

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The Voids allow for sunlight and greenery to flood inside. Event spaces
open up to each other, and become more vivid around the voids. Yet
these spaces stay connected by the circulation ribbon and bridges
accompanied with interior Landscapes. Entrances and nodes become
an important part of the podium’s language, welcoming the influx of
visitors to its various events.
SkyHive, SkyHaven & The Engine South Elevation (Top) and Ground Plan.
The Engine third, fourth and Roof plans showing Voids and Landscapes.
The SkyHive and the SkyHaven work in harmony
through the concepts of Working and Living.
Linked via The Engine, which celebrates the
gathering of these two shifted and fragmented
masses, becomes a public park that hosts urban
farming and markets, opening up to the wounded
neighbourhood.

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The Hive and the Haven are in constant dialogue, both are fragmented
by forces from the context taking over and articulated through
common event spaces. They are contrasted by the process of taking
over: One fragments regularly and formally for Working, The other
fragments organically and expressively for Living.
The design of each High rise was undertaken independently. I have
worked on the SkyHive, meanwhile Marah Altarawneh worked on the
SkyHaven. It was crucial to maintain harmony in the design proposal,
at the same time create two unique approaches to problem, and
achieve one holistic goal. The SkyHive is discussed in this section.
SKYHIVE & SKYHAVEN
Adaptive Re-Use & Rehabilitation of High Rises
ARCH591/592 Graduation Project 2020/2021
Exhibition of Individual Work
SkyHive by Nawras AlMasri
SkyHaven by Marah Altarawneh
The SkyHive is regularly fragmented to create continuous Vertical
Green Voids throughout the whole structure. It introduces outdoor
activity spaces seamlessly connected both vertically and horizontally.
Voids are accompanied by Districts which host main facilities of the Co-
Working environment, with double and triple volume spaces filled with
daylight and connected vertically through Auditoriums. The Existing
column structure was maintained as a trace of the past, and acts as
the connective tissue that stitches the floating districts together.
SkyHive Typical Vertical Green Void spaces.
SkyHive Typical District Auditorium spaces.
SkyHive Typical District Co-Working spaces.
SkyHive Development through Fragmentation into Districts and Voids

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The aim of the SkyHive is to adapt the North tower
to create facilitated working districts for different
professions, meanwhile are connected by common
open spaces, workspace services, and buffer
zones. This reintroduces the sense of Co-Working,
where individuals can express themselves and stay
engaged. The SkyHive is sculpted from human
desire for communication and interaction within
Nature and Community.
The SkyHaven creates a unified neighbourhood
with plentiful public spaces for its residents, where
communities become the backbone in times of
crisis. In the SkyHaven, residents gather, rest, and
socialize. The masses of the Haven shift vertically
up, revealing the spaces within that would later
serve as the green pockets.
Although traces of original structure is still
apparent, it is manipulated in such a way that
makes it breath, letting sunlight and wind breezes
throughout the whole project.
SkyHive entrance from Engine Roof gardens.
SkyHive Entrance from Urban Park level.
SkyHive Elevation, illustrating Districts and Voids.
SkyHive Vertical Greed Voids
SkyHive Fragmentation in the form of Districts
SkyHive Fragmentation
The SkyHive is regularly fragmented to create Vertical Green Voids
which host outdoor activity spaces connected by stairs. The Voids are
accompanied by the Districts which host main functions of the Co-
Working environment, with double and triple volume spaces connected
by Auditoriums. The Existing column structure was maintained as a
trace of the past, and acts as the connective tissue that stitches the
flying districts together.
Interior Scene of the Co-Working Auditorium.
Interior Scene of Working Spaces

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The next step is to rethink the box houses as platforms of social and
cultural activities. Amman is therefore a cluster of interactive social
platforms spread around its mountains.
The radial grid breaks through the site, respecting the Heritage site,
and creates new platforms connected by an unobstructed route that
moves throughout the land and its different subterranean levels.
Design strategies: Radial Array Grid, Intersections as Event spaces and respecting existing Heritage site.
Ground Floor Plan (Top) and Basement Floor Plan (Right).
This project is located in a vibrant neighbourhood in Downtown
Amman, which hosts several important houses of affluent political
figures, most of which are currently re-used as Art Galleries and NGO
headquarters.
Within the site sits an abandoned antique of the 1920s, the Ghurayeb
House, and a monolithic Elementary School built in the 1970s. Both
existing structures provide great opportunities to revive the area.
The aim of this project is to attract tourists and the local community
by creating an interactive Hub, which includes a Boutique Hotel,
Subterranean Spa, and local Narrative Museum. Buffer zones, event
spaces and gardens with local vegetation spread all over the site.
The process begins by understanding Downtown Amman. The
mountain breaks the rigid grid of existing houses radially around its
parameter, creating an array of matchbox houses that overlook the
adjacent mountains.
THE ARRAY
Boutique Hotel and Spa in Downtown Amman
Individual Work
ARC412 Tourist Facilities Design, Second 2018/2019
Supervised by Arch. Amani Malhas
German Jordanian University, Jordan

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Buffer zones are imposed, creating intimate and
social spaces within the spa, museum, and hotel.
These buffer zones are open to the sky, shaded by
trees and flooded with showers of light from the
perforated roofs.
The result is a series of interactive social spaces,
which enable unobstructed movement towards
the various facilities and event spaces open to all
views of downtown Amman.
The facilities of the proposed site, unlike in its
previous state, are stitched together into one fabric
that maintains dialogue within the neighbourhood.
Scene from Spa Terrace.
Section through Subterranean Spa, showing Pool area and Terrace.
Section through Existing structure after proposal, looking at the Heritage Building.
Axonometric Diagrams showing overall intervention site with detailed proposals.
Subterranean Spa Pool and Sauna Spaces.
Site Plan showing the Design proposal.

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Spaces interact with each other and scatter across the Garden
and Creek to create distinct connections to Nature. At the same
time, the Southern segment maintains required level of privacy
determined by its function, while the Northern segment is more
open to visitors.
Axonometric Diagram, showing shifting Roof Plates and the Creek.
Ground Floor Plan showing River, Bridges and Interior Spaces, along with Site Plan (Top).
Temple of Tranquillity is a place to relax the soul and practice
the muses. The project is sculpted by natural forces, to create
a place that is tied to the land and the past. The shifting of
the topography creates gardens and the Creek. Meanwhile, the
eruption of the past and present soil creates platforms directed
towards the sky and horizon. This library seeks to preserve the
ties between man and nature.
The project is divided into two segments, the Northern which
hosts exhibition spaces and the viewing platforms, and the
Southern which hosts the Research Centre with working areas
and an Auditorium. The two segments are connected by bridges
on the upper and lower levels and divided by the Creek and
gardens. The levels host outdoor event spaces open to all views
of Ajloun Forest Reserve.
TEMPLE OF TRANQUILLITY
Horticultural Research Centre in Ajloun, Jordan
ARC371 Design of Sustainable Buildings, First 2018/2019
Individual Work
Supervised by Arch. Amani Malhas
German Jordanian University, Jordan

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The Exhibition spaces located
in the Northern segment, are
alwayes accompanied by views
towards Ajloun Forest, as part of
thecontemplationandmeditative
process.
Sound of the running Creek,
chirpingofbirdsandwindbrushing
through trees, all enhance the
meditative experience inside both
segments,nomatteroffunction.
Shifting plates act as viewing
platforms and shading elements
required to maintain comfortable
environmentwithinthesegments.
Scene from central Courtyard showing the Creek and Inner Spaces.
Scene from central Courtyard showing the Creek and Bridges.
Scene from Horticultural Centre Exhibition and Working Spaces.
Axonometric Diagram showing Interior Spaces, the Creek and Gardens.
Axonometric Diagrams illustrating the Shifting Roof Plates and Viewing Platforms.
Site Section illustrating the Proposed Design and Topography. Section through an Exhibition Space and the Viewing Platform.

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Axonometric Diagram showing the Urban Gardens, shifting Terraces and Rooftop Garden.
View of the Shifting Terraces at various levels.
Ground Floor Plan (Top) showing Central courtyard, and Upper Levels (Right).
The aim of this project is to re-brand a well known Trademark and
design a new mix-use/experience centre that will enrich the overall
experience of customers. I have chosen the Michelin Guide, due to
personal interest in the culinary arts. My aim was to introduce a new
concept for Dine-In experience by integrating Urban Gardens. These
Gardens act as a hub for food lovers and green building enthusiasts.
The concept of an urban garden merged with quality ingredient
restaurants and a marketplace in Mecca street, a well known and
busy highway in Amman which hosts several high quality restaurants,
enhances customer experience, where they pick and chose their own
ingredients from indoor Farms and deliver it to the “Cuisine Pavilions”.
TERRA-VITA URBAN GARDENS
Mix Use Building, Experience Centre in Amman
ARC214 Design of Commercial Buildings, Second 2017/2018
Individual Work
Supervised by Arch. Raed AlNaber
German Jordanian University, Jordan

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Scene inside the Final Exhibition space “Embrace”.
Axonometric Diagram showing the Shading Elements, Light Chimney and Fragmented spaces. Section through Exhibition spaces, Central Courtyard, and Final Exhibition Space.
Ground Floor Plan showing series of Exhibition spaces, Central Courtyard, along with the Upper Floor Plan (Top).
The Museum and Cultural Centre helps the local community express
themselves through arts. Artworks are displayed through a series of
spaces with distinct atmospheres. The project starts with Growth, which
shows local artwork from starting artists. The spaces move towards
conflict, with series of Labyrinth like dimmed spaces. The climax of the
project is reached in the breakthrough and embrace spaces. Light
pierces through Mashrabiya, or Sun Breakers, to guide and tell a story.
The Central light chimney acts as an exhibit of contemplation.
MUSEUM OF SOLACE
Museum, Cultural Centre
ARC211 Architectural Design, First 2017/2018
Individual Work by Nawras AlMasri
Supervised by Arch. Thaer Quba’a
German Jordanian University, Jordan
Scene showing floating masses and the inner courtyard.

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The tessellation starts by dividing the boundary box, separating
public realm from private realm. The masses are divided along
pulling forces imposed by the context. The masses scale down
proportionally with the size of the neighbourhood, making the
high rise more humble and welcoming at human scale. The
masses also shift sideways to allow for more green areas and an
easier circulation upwards.
The higher the masses reach, the smaller the surface area
becomes. Therefore, the masses are pulled upwards to
accommodate for more floor area.
The Datum Mass Fragmentation and Scale Down.
Major force from Skyline and Train station influx.
Scale down of pulled masses to reach Human scale.
Pull from Skyline, Main river and Human scale.
Vertical Gardens connected to Urban realm.
The aim of this project is to design a parametric High rise that gradually
steps down and opens up to the human scale, while maintaining
dialogue with the existing unique Frankfurt Skyline.
Thevisitorsaretakenonajourneyalongacontinuousandunobstructed
flow through Urban Gardens and Community spaces within the public
realm. The program is utilized in a vertical city manner and revitalises
the neighbourhood with a new vertical cultural hub and Urban Garden.
The private realm acts as a retreat from the busy public realm. It hosts
working spaces at the lower zone and residential quarters at the upper
zone. The Datum concludes with a panoramic viewing platform at the
upper most levels.
I was responsible for the Core design, determined by the strict High
rise safety laws of Germany, and building multiple prototypes to test
best fragmentation variant that suits the Core design. I have also been
responsible for the full documentation of detailed working drawings,
and translating the parametric variants into practical plans.
THE DATUM
Rules and Exceptions: Parametric Skyscrapper
Design Studio 5, Winter 2019 (Exchange Semester)
Collaboration Work with Marah Altarawneh
Supervised by Arch. Timo Carl
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Frankfurt a. Main

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The Intersection of masses provides interesting
interior circulation. Instead of keeping the
intersection solely as an exterior concept, it would
be allowed to appear inside. However, this might
cause problems with the circulation indoors,
therefore parametric definitions were used as a
solution.
Using parametric definitions to spread the
grid around the unique intersection points of
superimposed masses, the grid spreads to create
a variety of voids connected together by thin
threads. The force and the count of the grid is
varied. After choosing the best fit variant, voids
are translated into atria and connective threads
are translated into bridges and pathways.
The same method was applied vertically via the
section. The best fit variant abides by the boundary
of the existing skin, were voids are translated into
atria and threads into stairs and open auditoriums.
In special cases, the voids appear behind the
façade, where slabs are pushed inside and a
double skin is introduced with buffer zones and
indoor gardens.
Parametric spread of Grid around Intersection points.
Ground Floor plan showing Voids, Bridges, Mass Intersections and Cores. Main Section showing Vertical Voids, Rooftop Gardens and Central Core. Parametric Vertical Grid Spreading (Left).
Sections of Residential Spaces.

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The façade was created via point attractor
definition to articulate the intangible forces into
tangible mass. The facade is tessellated according
to solar exposure.
The gardens continue to spread throughout the
public part of the high rise on the east façade
and wrap around cores. There is plenty of sunlight
exposure in the active side of the high rise which
hosts the adventure centres and experience
centres. They have direct access to the outdoor
gardens. The library, exhibition areas and the
auditorium are located towards the north façade
for a comfortable working environment.
Rather than controlling the outcome, parametric
rules were an aid to this project. With that In mind,
The Datum is sculpted from intangible forces to
create a tangible sculpture which becomes part
of Frankfurt Skyline.
The lower public realm is
fragmented, horizontally oriented
and designed “down to earth”.
The middle segment of the
fragmented masses are narrow
andlongtoaccommodatehigher
floor area. The private realm is a
clusterofthreemassesaroundthe
centralcore.
The Datum Render showing Tessellation and Fragmentation in context.
Scene from the Roof Garden.
Scene from Vertical Gardens.
Scene showing High rise Tessellation.
3D FDM Model of The Datum showing Fragmentation.
Scene from the Auditorium space. Auditorium Floor Plan showing interior bridges and exterior Gardens.

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Scene from the Gallery looking outside.
Scene from the Theatre inside the existing Barn.
Scene from the inner Courtyard Garden.
Scene from inner Courtyard looking at the Pond.
Ground Floor Plan showing Existing Structure (Black) and proposed Extension (Red), along with proposed Garden.
Section through the Existing Barn showing proposed Theatre, and the Artefact gallery.
Section through proposed Extension showing interior Gallery spaces and double volumes.
Collaboration Project during an Internship under Bernhardt + Partner
Architekten. An important aspect was to preserve the integrity of the
existing buildings and create an extension that is respectful to the
spirit of place. The Existing structures include the Barn located South,
Stables located East, and Residential quarters located North.
The work focused on adaptive re-use of the barn to accommodate
a Theatre and an Artefact Gallery. Moreover, a new extension was
introduced on the western side (previously demolished warehouse).
The extension proportionally imitates the original structure. The
extension will host office spaces, exhibition spaces and Artefact
storages. The courtyard is restored as well to serve as a Garden with a
pond. This creates higher biodiversity which is an important approach
to sustainability in Germany.
My contribution was the full documentation of the old barn, and the
proposal of the theatre and museum located inside. I have also created
the working drawings and presented proposals for the Elevation.
UNDENHEIM CULTURAL CENTRE
Adaptive Re-use of early 20th Century Barn
Internship at Bernhardt + Partner Architekten March-July 2020
Collaboration Work with Marah Altarawneh
Supervised by Dipl.-Ing. Manfred Bernhardt
Darmstadt, Germany

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The built-in Kitchen wall system
allows for maximum utilization
of the space given, meanwhile
providing an interactive interior
facade.
Section showing upper Private and lower Social Spaces Scene from the Living Space, showing the built-in Kitchen System.
Ground Floor Plan showing Indoor/Outdoor Spatial Relationship.
West Elevation showing the Main Entrance. North Elevation showing Outdoor Spaces.
Collaboration project during summer internship at Raed Al Naber
Architects. The main idea is to express the context of Porto Heli by
revealing the local stone found in the area. At the same time, a modern
touch was achieved by articulating the mass held by load bearing
walls of Porto Heli stone. The upper intimate spaces seem like they are
floating, while the lower spaces are “down to earth” and interact with
the outdoor garden and pool.
My contribution in the project was preparing the working drawings and
directly updating them based on client need. I have also worked on
the spatial organization to achieve the required criteria under limited
net square area of the project.
PORTO HELI RESIDENCE
Private Residence in Porto Heli, Greece
Local Internship at Raed Al Naber Architects, Summer 2019
Collaboration Work with Marah Altarawneh
Supervised under Arch. Raed AlNaber
Raed Al Naber Architects in Amman, Jordan

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Aquarelle of the Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright - Experimenting Light and Accents at Nightime.
Aquarelle and Markers of a Villa - Experimenting Reflections, Accents and Textures.
China Ink Aquarelle of Nabataean Capital in Petra Palace Tomb. Aquarelle of 53 West 53 by Jean Nouvel.
Pencil Collage of a Victorian chair
The English Aquarelle technique supported with hints of China Ink,
creates remarkable atmospheres enriched by depth and tone.
Another level is introduced by using Watercolour Markers and pencils
to achieve certain effects such as lighting, accents, and textures. The
result is a multitude of various layers of tones, shades and shadows,
superimposed together, to create the desired scene.
In the Aquarelle of the Fallingwater House by Frank Lloyd Wright, I have
put emphasis on the play of light that occurs during Night time. Light
coming out of the house would blend below the clean cut cantilevers,
meanwhile the moonlight would reflect on the cantilever surface and
the waterfall running beneath the house.
The other project illustrates a house in the middle of a forest during
cold winters, with a humble landscape and a perfectly still pond that
reflects it. I have portrayed this atmosphere by using a colder blue
colour toned down by China Ink, and added a rustic touch to the
landscape with strikes of watercolour Markers.
EXPERIMENTING AQUARELLE
Aquarelle Paintings with mixed Media
Personal Work
Amman, Jordan