PORTFOLIO
Danielle Edelstein
A Place to Call Home
This project investigates the unique relationship between the residents and my hometown, analyzing the key factors that have positioned it as one of the leading cities in the country across multiple parameters. The study further explores the city's potential for sustainable growth and densification, while evaluating its ability to maintain these high standards amid urban development pressures.
Beneath the Wind
This project, situated in a remote nature reserve in Iceland, investigates the profound relationship between humans and the natural environment. Drawing inspiration from Icelandic cultural values that honor the land, the design introduces minimal, strategic interventions within the landscape. These interventions are crafted to shield visitors from the region’s extreme weather conditions while allowing for an immersive experience in the raw, untouched surroundings. The design balances preservation with accessibility, offering a harmonious integration of human presence and the untamed wilderness.
Movement, Transition, Exchange
The pavilion is conceived to provide a retreat within a large, event-filled space, offering a refuge for individuals and groups. Its flexible architectural form allows for a variety of changing interactions. The freedom to adapt its use creates a dynamic interplay between interior and exterior and among its users.
Big White Elephants
In the 1980s, the vision for a hotel began to take shape, but economic difficulties left the construction site abandoned for decades. The skeletal remains of the structure became an unexpected landmark, taking on a life of its own. This project seeks to explore how the architectural and cultural values of the structure can be preserved today, with its original program. At the same time, it examines the evolution of consumer culture and leisure, from historical sanatoriums to modern luxury hotels, rethinking how such spaces serve society today.
Urban Edge
The neighborhood is encircled by a network of paved roads that disregard the pedestrian experience, creating a sense of disconnection when exiting on foot, as if crossing into unfamiliar and unwelcoming territory. This project seeks to rethink the boundary between neighborhoods, transforming it into an inviting public space. The design envisions a linear park that not only facilitates pedestrian movement between neighborhoods but also creates opportunities for lingering and interaction, fostering a more inclusive and accessible urban fabric
Reclaiming Waste
An illegal dumpsite emerged on an abandoned lot at the edge of an industrial area. The initiative to clean and repurpose the site while creating jobs and a space for the community presented a unique opportunity. The project envisions a recycling plant with an integrated visitor center. Constructed in phases, the plant utilizes recycled materials. It addresses ongoing industrial waste, generates employment, and serves as a community hub, fostering environmental awareness and local engagement.
Hatzor - Competition
As part of a competition proposal, this project integrates community and educational needs through a dynamic architectural framework. The design features a modular system of buildings that can open and close in various configurations, allowing the school to adapt seamlessly to changing requirements throughout the day. This flexible approach enhances the functionality of the space, promoting a symbiotic relationship between the school and its surrounding community, where both can benefit from shared facilities and tailored environments.
Umm Tuba - Active Grounds
The schoolyard is designed as an integral part of the student’s learning journey, recognizing that education extends beyond the classroom. By creating a stimulating and challenging outdoor space, the design encourages continuous exploration and learning during breaks. Dividing the yard into diverse zones offers a variety of sensory experiences, fostering curiosity and motivating children to explore and engage independently.
Yavne - Education and Employment
Tasked with expanding a school for children with special needs, we sought to understand the broader needs of this community, particularly post-graduation. We identified a significant gap - lack of employment post-graduation. We proposed attaching an employment center to the school, facilitating a seamless transition from education to the workforce. This integrated approach provides comprehensive support for individuals across all age groups, creating a continuous, supportive environment from school to employment
Danielle Edelstein
Architectural graduate from Bezalel Academy (2023) with practical experience in architecture firms. Detail-oriented and creative, I am seeking a role to apply academic and professional knowledge and contribute to innovative design projects. Eager to continue learning and developing within a dynamic architectural firm.