STUDIO II
ARC60308
This module introduces the principles and methods of analysis, abstraction, and synthesis in design thinking that are common to many design fields, including building and architecture. The key emphasis of the studio is “User and Context”, which investigates the relationship between user and natural environment. We undertook a series of studio-based exercises such as an investigation of the architectural spaces and construction through precedent studies, and secondly, an exploration of form and space through architectural conceptualisation and finally, design a small freestanding structure that meets user requirements and engages with the site context.
PROJECT 1:
Diagramming Architectural Principles
This assignment will taught how to diagram architectural principles through the process of abstracting and simplifying an idea so that it can be easily understood. By investigating how architecture and spaces are created from establishing design intentions and the making of architectural elements: architectonics - solid, planes, lines and frames.
PROJECT 2:
Designing with Architectural Principles + Materiality Introspective Pavilion
Using the architectural principles from the first assignment, we had to explore our conceptual and operational procedures in order to produce a significant gesture of architectural spaces. We were required to explore the potential meanings and implications of this architectural principles in the sense that it will inform two areas: generating forms and crafting spaces.
PROJECT 3:
Designing with Architectural Principles + Materiality + Context + User: Atelier By The Stream
The Project requirement was to design an atelier at Wawasan Recreational Park, Puchong. An atelier in the tropic denotes ‘a structure that is designed for a pleasant living and working environment with access to nature to boost the immune system and improve psychological wellbeing. The structure had to be within the built-up space of maximum 100sqm and be able to accommodate 2 people, including myself and a family member comfortably in a short spend of time.