ARCHITECTURE DESIGN
STUDIO II
ARC60308
Architectural Design II (ARC60308) covers the fundamental principles and techniques of analysis, abstraction, and synthesis in design thinking, applicable across various design disciplines such as architecture and construction. The primary focus of the studio is on "User and Context," examining how users interact with their natural surroundings. Students will engage in several studio exercises, starting with analyzing architectural spaces and construction through precedent studies. They will then explore form and space through conceptual architectural design. Ultimately, students will create a small standalone structure that fulfills user needs and responds to its site context.
OBJECTIVES
What I aimed to?
To consider the fundamental impact
- user needs
- basic context have on design decisions
To introduce spatial architectonics
in the development of
- architectural space
- form​​
To highlight the significance of space planning
in addressing
- specific functions
- human requirements
To explore the abstraction of
- 2-dimensional
- 3-dimensional spatial compositions
MODULE OUTCOME
What I have learned?
Explore architectural design
by abstracting
- 2-dimensional
- 3-dimensional spatial compositions
Translate design concepts
into functional architectural spaces through drawing and making
Generate design possibilities using architectonics
to shape simple architectural
- forms
- spaces
- functions
Develop a fundamental understanding of
- materiality
- detailing
to capture the experiential qualities of the design
Analyze and inform the design of a small building
- basic site context
- client
- characteristics
- needs
SELF-REFLECTION
What I feel?
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Reflection
Reflecting on my architectural design learning journey, I have gained a deeper understanding of design principles and the abstraction of spatial compositions. My proficiency in applying architectonics has improved, enabling me to create both functional and visually compelling architectural forms. Analyzing site contexts and client needs has sharpened my ability to tailor designs to specific requirements, while my exploration of materiality and detailing has enhanced the experiential quality of my work. Additionally, translating abstract ideas into practical, habitable spaces through drawing and making has solidified my skills in bridging theory and practice. This reflection underscores my progress and highlights areas for continued growth in my design practice.