Arianne Ambre

As a designer with a strong interest in sustainability and a keen eye for detail, my focus lies in crafting innovative and meaningful spaces that resonate within the community. I am driven to continually search for new challenges and opportunities to broaden my design knowledge and skills.

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Project Overview

The primary objective of my thesis is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how the LEED framework and Net-Zero design principles can be effectively applied to enhance the interior design of a food hub comprising a farmer's market, farm-to-table dining area, and an educational exhibit display. Emphasis is placed on fostering an ecologically sustainable environment that fosters meaningful connections between urban consumers and local farmers. This study presents an opportunity for me to engage in a socially and environmentally conscious project that harmoniously integrates sustainable principles, community involvement, and purposeful spatial design.

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CONCEPT

Concept/Design Process

The local sustainable food hub aims to integrate the LEED framework and Net-Zero design strategies to establish an environmentally sustainable setting that cultivates an exchange between urban consumers and local farmers/producers.

Site Plan/Floor Plan(s)

This project is located at 21 Ossington Ave., Toronto, ON, within a neighbourhood lined with a diverse array of shops, boutiques, restaurants, cafes, personal services, and other businesses.

The food hub is accessible to the general public, including local community members and vendors, and it also serves to attract tourists around the city. The hub aims to effortlessly blend a farmer’s market, and a farm-to-table dining experience with a small exhibition dedicated to highlighting the story behind locally sourced products/ ingredients.

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SITE ANALYSIS

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BUILDING ANALYSIS

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FLOOR PLANS

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EXHIBIT DISPLAY

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EXHIBIT ART SAMPLE

Sections/Elevations

The Exhibit Display serves as a platform for promoting local businesses, community organizations, and agricultural initiatives. It aims to promote food literacy among consumers, by showcasing information about where food comes from, how it is grown, and the people behind its production.

3D Views

The Farmer’s Market grants local farmers with a direct avenue to sell their produce to consumers without intermediaries. While the Farm-to-Table Restaurant cultivates a sense of connection by forging direct relationships between chefs, farmers, and consumers. These spaces further establishes transparency in the food supply chain, allowing consumers to trace the origins of their food.