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Design Studio 3

 

This studio emphasizes on the poetics of place and the experiential qualities of space in architecture.

 

In the subject, students are introduced to, firstly, an exploration of spatial typologies and poetics in architecture; and secondly, the concept of neighborhood and community. In their preliminary design work, students engage with studies and design of different spatial typologies (i.e. linear, spiral, spine, centric, etc) for a simple memorial space which explores the idea of architectural tectonics and experiences.

 

Subsequently, the major project involves the design of a small scale community building (typically a Visitor Interpretive Centre) in the open landscape/suburban condition which engages with the spirit of place inherent within the site, the site topography, history and socio-cultural events. The design work explores the plan-section integration to achieve architectural form that is tectonically expressive, functional and responsive to its site. 

considering both subjective and objective aspect of architectural design.

 

Objective of this module is to:

1. To develop awareness of a wider place, a genius loci (town, countryside, coast), and the design response towards the place.

 

2. To emphasize the importance of site and program in architectural design.

 

3. To introduce different spatial typologies in architectural design (spatial organization and relationships).

 

4. To emphasize the importance of section in the design of architectural space.

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