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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I
ARC60208
PROJECT 1
PROJECT 1
GEOMETRY AND FORM (10% INDIVIDUAL)
Architectural Design Elements & Principles
PROJECT BRIEF
INTRODUCTION
This design project aims to familiarize students with fundamental design elements, processes, and approaches involved in generating ideas, developing designs, and creating geometric 2D artworks (tattoo stamps) and 3D forms (models).
Primary elements, including point, line, plane, volume/form, and Ordering Principles such as axis, symmetry, hierarchy, datum, rhythm, and repetition, form the foundational language for expressing and explaining designs.
The project, conducted in a workshop-based exploratory studio, emphasizes a basic understanding of these elements and principles, encouraging students to apply them in their design exploration. Throughout the process, students collaborate closely with assigned tutors, exchanging ideas and thoughts to enhance their critical and creative thinking in translating designs into tangible forms.
OBJECTIVES
Investigate diverse approaches to idea generation through intensive design processes in a workshop-based learning environment
Explore a range of methods for translating ideas, emphasizing design interpretation and expression
Examine diverse forms of design principles for effective communication and architectural expression
Strengthen proficiency in creating three-dimensional designs and translating them into diagrams
TASKS
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Choose one (1) Ordering Principle
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Explore via primary elements
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Draw, render and shade four (4) tattoo stamps
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compile your sketches and images for DPSJ
OUTCOME (MODEL)
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Generate design concepts by exploring diverse sources and abstracting ideas.
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Identify key architectural design elements and principles and employ them in creating an architectural composition that demonstrates space-making.
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Demonstrate satisfactory manual drawing and model-making skills to represent and communicate the design.
1.0 Discipline Specific Knowledge
3.0 Thinking And Problem Solving Skills
Constructing a model based on a specific design principle provided a practical application of theoretical concepts, allowing me to grasp the intricacies of translating abstract ideas into tangible forms. The project deepened my understanding of key architectural elements and principles, reinforcing their importance in creating cohesive and meaningful designs.
The process of conceptualizing and creating a model demanded a strategic and analytical approach to effectively implement the chosen design principle. As I navigated through challenges in translating ideas into a tangible form, I developed a keen problem-solving mindset, learning to address design intricacies and overcome obstacles.
REFLECTION
Engaging in the project, which involved constructing a model based on a specific design principle, has been a highly enriching experience for me. This hands-on activity not only provided valuable insights into the practical application of architectural principles but also served as an enjoyable introduction to the world of building models.
The process allowed me to develop a solid foundation in architecture, as it required a thoughtful consideration of design elements and principles in a three-dimensional form. The hands-on nature of the project made learning about architecture both interactive and enjoyable.
Starting with the creation of a physical model has given me a tangible connection to the theoretical aspects of design, making the learning experience more immersive and memorable. Overall, this project has not only deepened my understanding of architecture but has also sparked a genuine enthusiasm for further exploration in this field.
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