Design Studio 2 | archi-portfolio

Project 1

[FAMOUS PEOPLE, FAMILIAR FACES]

DIAGRAMMATIC ABSTRACTION

We students were divided into group of five. We had to investigate and to explore how spaces are created from the making of architectural elements: architectonics -solid, planes, lines and frames.

In group of 5, we were assigned to study the Crown Hall which designed by Mies Van Der Rohe which is located in Chicago. We produced a complete set of architectural drawing of the Crown Hall on A3 size tracing paper manually. We then investigated and formulated our findings into a set of 10 models (6x6x6 cm). The models were supposed to be precise and informative to express the analysis of the ideas hidden in the project assigned.

Learning Outcomes of this Project:

Ability to identify master architects and their works
Understanding basic architectural compositions of solids, planes, lines and frames.
Ability to ‘diagram’ and analyse architectural work of selected architect

Crown Hall	Basement plan 1:200	ground floor plan 1:200
Cross sections 1:200	West&East elevation 1:200	South elevation 1:200
North elevation 1:200	Site plan

Project 2A

Pavillion at Kuala Selangor Nature Park

The aim of this project is to generate form and space through architectural conceptualisation, with the emphasis on exploring the user requirement and simple spatial organization skills and siteresponding to develop an architectural proposition.

We as students were shown the importance of using the art of crafting and making: drawings and models as a critical design tool as part of the design process.

In group of two, we began with a volume in the form of a solid cube 3 x 3 x 3 meter in 1:50 scale. By selecting a character, which is the Philosopher, we designed a pavilion at Kuala Selangor Nature Park for the purpose of relaxing/contemplation. It included activities what a Philosopher would do. This structure also corresponded to the site that we have chosen which is on the hill, which located right beside Kuala Selangor Nature Park. Adequate access,circulation and fenestration are mandatory.

Project 2B

Retreat House at Kuala Selangor Nature Park

THE PHILOSOPHER'S HOUSE

In this project, we were to further develop our project 2(A) into a retreat house at Kuala Selangor for our chosen character on our own. A retreat denotes ‘place affording peace, quiet, privacy and security’ where its occupant(s) would reside for a short period of time.

This retreat must function as habitable architectural spaces to enable the activity associated with living, dining, cleansing, cooking, storage and such within the built up space of 150 square meter. The relationship between our design and the context is important in making the retreat unique to its landscape and activity.

The objectives of this project are:

• To introduce the notions of concepts, program and process in architectural design

• To introduce students’ to the understanding of user specific design requirements

• To introduce the notions of space, form and function in architectural design

• To introduce awareness of site specific design and the process of site analysis

Learning Outcomes of this Project:

1. interpret and analyse simple site context

2.interpret and analyse client’s character and needs in relation to the design of a small building

3.design a simple building type that meets user requirements and respect site context that balances both internal (architectural spaces/layout/circulation) and external (aesthetics and forms) design values