ARCHITECTURE DESIGN
STUDIO III
ARC60408
Architectural Design III (ARC 60408) focuses on "experiencing space and place" in architecture. Students explore spatial typologies (e.g., linear, spiral) and the poetics of design while considering neighborhood and community. Initial tasks involve designing simple dwellings, emphasizing tectonics and experience. The main project entails creating a small community building (e.g., gallery, library) in a suburban setting, integrating site spirit, history, and culture. The designs emphasize functional, expressive forms that reflect societal values and cultural context.
OBJECTIVES
What I aimed to?
To cultivate an understanding of broader contexts
- towns
- rural areas
- coastal regions
To highlight the significance of site and program
in shaping architectural designs
To introduce various spatial typologies, focusing on
- spatial organization
- relationships in architecture
To stress the critical role of sections
in designing architectural spaces
MODULE OUTCOME
What I have learned?
Analyze the site's
- physical conditions
- genius loci
to create context-driven designs
Develop designs by considering
- spatial typologies
- section-plan relationships
- context
- human scale
- natural light
- materials
- textures
Design a small-scale community building based on
- site analysis
- user needs
- sustainability
- buildability
- spatial poetics
Address
- basic construction
- material
- environmental factors
Present designs effectively through
- visual
- verbal communication to
- peers
- tutors
- industry professionals
SELF-REFLECTION
What I feel?
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Reflection
This module has been a transformative experience, allowing me to explore the creation of poetic spaces that evoke emotion and meaning. I learned how to translate abstract ideas, such as the fluidity and grace of dance poses, into architectural forms and structures. This process deepened my understanding of spatial expression and the interplay between movement, form, and function. By bridging art and architecture, I have gained valuable skills in crafting designs that resonate with both visual and experiential impact.