Architectural Design Studio 1 Project 2 Brief March2016
Architectural Design Studio 1 Project 2 Brief March2016
Architectural Design Studio 1 Project 2 Brief March2016
LO
1,2,3,
5
30% of
total mark
Verbal
presentation
A3 panels + study
models+ 1:1 model
installation
Introduction
The main aim of Project 2 is to expand the interpretation of the self (or multiple self) by exploring
the relationships between human body and designed form. The student or students as the user or
users will define the intention of the space and its form based on their personality and human body.
In this project students will also be introduced to basic design principles such as rudimentary ways
in which to order and organize spaces and forms. Furthermore develop an understanding of scale
and proportion with relation to the human body.
Project 2 will be divided into 2 stages; first we shall explore the notions of scale and proportion.
This is done through a series of exploratory in-class exercises where we explore human form
(anthropometry). We will then progress on to understanding how the human body relates to space,
and further developing an understanding of scale and proportion in relationship with body and
space.
The 2 stages mentioned will be presented by groups in the intention to enhance the ability to
articulate space and form from interpretations of the self. This development will be through a series
tests and investigations involving scaled models study models. The Final Design will then be
produced as a full 1:1 scaled cardboard assembly and installation.
Student will specifically translate their personality and design intentions thru designing
Furnitecture, furniture that transforms to architecture using cardboard and cardboard fittings and
assemblies. Cardboard furnitecture must be highly functional and usable.
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Objectives of Project
The objectives of this assignment are as follows:
1. To further the students concern about elementary user needs
2. To introduce and create an awareness of the scale and proportion of the human body.
3. To create how human anthropometry and ergonomics relate to shape and the space.
4. To introduce the role of human behavior in shaping the space and dictating activities.
5. To introduce basic design principles and terminologies on deciding spatial and form
configuration.
6. To create and work on full scale installation in order to further visualize efficiency,
functionality, quality of space and articulation form.
Learning Outcomes of this Project
1. Generate design concepts through the process of exploring various sources and
abstracting ideas.
2. Identify key architectural design elements and principles with the ability to discern how
they inform space and form.
3. Relate the idea of the individual self and the body to space and its experiential qualities.
4. Utilize process-oriented approach involving sketching and model-making as tools for
generating and developing design ideas.
Tasks - Methodology
RESEARCH ON ANTROPOMETRICS, ERGONOMICS & OTHERS
Exploration of Human form (Anthropometrics)
NARRATIVE OF THE SELF
Physical and non-physical requirement of the user or users
IDEA GENERATION AND MODEL EXPLORATION
Exploration thru series of sketches and models
1:1 CARDBOARD MODEL FITTING AND ASSEMBLY
Execution of Actual Size (1:1) Model and final drawings
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FINAL SUBMISSION
-Full Scale Cardboard Fitting & Installation
1:1 Model Installation & assembly
(3-5) Panel of A-3 Board, Poster type presentation (1:20 Scale)
Narrative and Conceptual write up
Sketches and drawings showing how design progress from initial to final design.
Basic Orthogonal drawings plan, (1) elevation and (1) section
Other diagrams & sketches ( supplemental drawings)
Axonometric Drawing (assembly methods and fitting)
Note: All boards are to be hand drawn. Images and drawings should be properly labelled and
annotated.
Submission Date
Interim Submission
Final Submission
Note: Furnitecture will be exhibited 2-3 days at Foyer Area in front of Block A (TBC). ALL groups
are requested to monitor, disassemble and take back or placed at Studio on the 13th May 2016.
Marking criteria
COMMENTS
EXCELLENT
(A)
VERYGOO
(A-)
GOOD
(B,B+)
SATISFACTORY
(C+,B-)
PASS
(C)
POOR
(D-,D,D+)
FAIL
(F)
Marking Criteria
Marks %
23
3.75-3.95
24-30
20-22
3.25-3.7
4.0-5.0
20-25
17-19
3.0-3.2
2-2.45
25%
15-16
12-14
0-1.95
12.5-
0-11
5%
30%
Interim Submission
-Group to present ideas thru
drawing and model exploration.
-Each group is to present at least
(3) varying or different conceptual
schemes and approaches.
0-9.95
2.5-2.95
SPACE-MAKING
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4.0-5.0
8.0-10.0
8.0-10.0
3.75-3.95
7.5-7.9
7.5-7.9
3.25-3.7
6.5-7.4
6.5-7.4
3.0-3.2
6.0-6.4
6.0-6.4
2.5-2.95
5.0-5.9
5.0-5.9
2.2-2.45
4.0-4.9
10%
4.0-4.9
10%
0-3.9
5%
0-3.9
0-1.95
Suggested References
Perception and Experience:
1. Rasmussen, Steen Eiler. 1993. Experiencing Architecture. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
USA.
Sketching and Perception:
1. Laseau, Paul. 2001. Graphic Thinking for Architects and Designers. John Wiley: New York. (See
Chapter 2: Drawing
Openings in Architecture:
1. Meiss, Pierre. 2002. Elements of Architecture: From Form to Place. Spon Press: London. (See Chapter
1: Openings
Model-making:
1. Mills, Criss . 2000. Designing with Models: A studio guide to making and using architectural design
models, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, New York.
2. Porter, Tom 2000. Architectural Supermodels, Architectural Press, Boston, Mass.
3. Architectural Model Making by: Nick Dunn
4. Designing with models: A studio guide to making and using architectural design models, John Wiley &
Sons
Ergonomics and body related issues:
1. Neufert, Ernst 1980. Architects Data, Blackwell Science, Oxford
2. Hogarth, Burne, 2003. Dynamic Anatomy, Watson-Guptill Publication, New York
Presentation
1. Architectural Drawing A Visual Compendium of Types and Methods by. Rendow Yee.
2. Drawn to Design: Analyzing Architecture through Free hand Drawing by: Eric J. Jenkins
3. Writing Architectural Narratives by: Michelle Congli
Image reference:
Image 1: http://www.evolo.us/architecture/new-parametric-urban-street-furniture-for-hong-kong/
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