3-Architectural Design Studio 1 Project 2 Brief Aug2016

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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN

Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia (MASSA) Research
Unit Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture
ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO 1 [ARC 60105]
Project 2: Self Expression through Architectural Space Small Shelter
Project 2
Group (of 2-3 members)
LO
1,2,3,
5
30% of
total mark
Verbal
presentation
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Introduction
A3 panels + study
models + 1:1
model installation
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The main aim of Project 2 is to expand the interpretation of the users by exploring the relationships
between human body and designed form. The students as the users will define the intention of
the space and its form based on certain personality traits and human body.
In this project students will also be introduced to an overview of building and architecture,
experiencing spatial quality of a basic structure, as well as practical aspects of design such as
ventilation, lighting, structure, and material. Students will be introduced to the basic design
principles such as rudimentary ways in which to order and organize spaces and forms.
Furthermore develop an understanding of scale and proportion with relation to the human body.
Project 2 will be divided into 2 stages; first we shall explore the notions of scale and proportion.
This is done through a series of exploratory in-class exercises where we explore human form
(anthropometry). We will then progress on to understanding how the human body relates to space,
and further developing an understanding of scale and proportion in relationship with body and
space.
The 2 stages mentioned will be presented by groups in the intention to enhance the ability to
articulate space and form from interpretations of the users. This development will be through a
series tests and investigations involving scaled models study models. The Final Design will then
be produced as a 1:1 scale assembly and installation work.
Student will specifically translate their design intentions thru designing Small Shelter, using
choices of materials that are durable and marginally weather proof while exploring its architectural
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expression. Students will camp for 1 night in the shelter to test the design of the shelter. Students
will be notified of the campsite location by week 6.
Objectives of Project
The objectives of this assignment are as follows:
1. To further the students concern about elementary user needs
2. To introduce and create an awareness of the scale and proportion of the human body.
3. To create how human anthropometry and ergonomics relate to shape and the space.
4. To introduce the role of human behavior in shaping the space and dictating activities.
5. To introduce basic design principles and terminologies on deciding spatial and form
configuration.
6. To create and work on full scale installation in order to further visualize efficiency,
functionality, quality of space and articulation form.
Learning Outcomes of this Project
1. Generate design concepts through the process of exploring various sources and
abstracting ideas.
2. Identify key architectural design elements and principles with the ability to discern how they
inform space and form.
3. Relate the idea of the individual self and the body to space and its experiential qualities.
4. Utilize process-oriented approach involving sketching and model-making as tools for
generating and developing design ideas.
Tasks - Methodology
RESEARCH ON ANTROPOMETRICS, ERGONOMICS & OTHERS
Exploration of Human form (Anthropometrics)
NARRATIVE OF THE USERS
Physical and non-physical requirement of the users
IDEA GENERATION AND MODEL EXPLORATION
Exploration thru series of sketches and models
1:1 FITTING AND ASSEMBLY AT CAMPSITE
Execution of Actual Size (1:1) Model and final d r a w i n g s
Few Important Terminologies:

Shelter: A place giving temporary protection from weather and danger
Anthropometrics: Study of human body and its movement.
Ergonomics: Study of people and their relationship with the environment around them.
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Tasks Design Guidelines

Based on individual tutorial groups, you will be taken along a series of explorative exercises and
tasks. These are to introduce and develop an awareness and dialogue about anthropometry and
spaces.
From the first project; you will continue to learn how to develop and refine conceptual narratives
and storylines based on the self (or multiple selves). In group work, you will explore the dimensions
of the body in a space.
Installation
Group with 2/ 3 members each.
The Shelter should not exceed 3.5 cubic meters.
Group is required to produce full scale model installation that encompasses spatial and
form quality.
Team is encouraged to explore the use of various materials that fulfill the need of a
shelter, i.e. durable and marginally water proof. Students are encouraged to discuss the
exploration of building material with the subject tutors.
Presentation
On an A-3 panel (in landscape layout format), group is required to produce a narrative of
the space and explain the spatial quality and form design. Also include sketches and
drawings of how your group developed the design from initial to final stage and result. All
images MUST be properly annotated and labelled.
Basic orthogonal drawings are to be included (1) floor plan, (1) elevation and (1) section
using (1) exploded axonometric showing assembly method in a proper scale.
Diagrams to show anthropometric considerations and user movement.
The 3 questions will be your main guide in thinking how to represent yourself in space.
-How does the body shape the space?
-How does the space dictate the body movement?
-How the non-physical requirement of the user does is expressed and
translated into design & form?
Submission Requirements
FINAL SUBMISSION
-Design & Model Exploration
Sketches (plan and other supplemental drawings)
on butter paper (1:20mts)
Study Models (scale 1:20 mts)
At least to show 3 study models with different ideas.
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-Full Scale Cardboard Fitting & Installation

1:1 Model Installation & assembly
(3-5) Panel of A-3 Boards (layout in Portrait format)
Narrative and Conceptual write up
Sketches and drawings showing how design progress from initial to final design.
Basic Orthogonal drawings plan, (1) elevation and (1) section
Other diagrams & sketches ( supplemental drawings) (scale 1:10)
Axonometric Drawing (assembly methods and fitting)
Note: All boards are to be hand drawn. Images and drawings should be properly labelled and
annotated.
Submission Date
Final Submission
:
th
15 October, 2016, Saturday, (Week 7)
Setting up
: 3.00pm
Presentation
: 4.30pm to 6.00pm
Note: Students will camp in the shelter for ONE night at a selected campsite (Venue TBC). ALL
groups are requested to erect, dismantle and remove the shelter after that, and to ensure that
the venue is clean after the activities.
Marking criteria
COMMENTS
EXCELLENT
(A)
VERYGOO
(A-)
GOOD
(B,B+)
SATISFACTORY
(C+,B-)
PASS
(C)
POOR
(D-,D,D+)
FAIL
(F)
Marking Criteria
Marks %
Marks shall be distributed as follows
20-22
23
3.25-3.7
3.75-3.95
24-30
17-19
3.0-3.2
4.0-5.0
20-25
15-16
2.5-2.95
25%
12.5-
12-14
2-2.45
(total of 5 major components below)
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Final Submission of Project 2
5%
0-1.95
Presentation
-Group to present ideas thru
drawing and model exploration.
-Each group is to present at least
(3) different design approach.
30%
Has the group demonstrated the

ability to create space and form in
relation to body & self.
These will be assessed via the
following:
0-9.95
SPACE-MAKING
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05.0
8.0-10.0
8.0-10.0
3.75-3.95
7.5-7.9
7.5-7.9
.25-3.7
6.5-7.4
6.5-7.4
3.0.2
6.0-6.4
6.0-6.4
2.5-2.95
5.0-5.9
5.0-5.9
2.2-2.45
4.0-4.9
10%
4.0-4.9
-Ability to demonstrate
awareness of scale and
proportion of the human body
in the design.
5%
0-3.9
-Ability to understand and

respond to users physical and
non-physical needs.
Design Exploration
-Ability to demonstrate how
anthropometry and ergonomics
relate to the space and form
01.95
Design Intention
-Ability to introduce principles

and terms in deciding the
spatial and form configuration.
-Ability to create and work on

full scale installation in order to
further visualize efficiency,
functionality, quality of space
and articulation form.
10%
0-3.9
Delivery of Design
Suggested References
Perception and Experience:
1. Rasmussen, Steen Eiler. 1993. Experiencing Architecture. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
USA.
Sketching and Perception:
1. Laseau, Paul. 2001. Graphic Thinking for Architects and Designers. John Wiley: New York. (See
Chapter 2: Drawing
Openings in Architecture:
1. Meiss, Pierre. 2002. Elements of Architecture: From Form to Place. Spon Press: London. (See Chapter
1: Openings
Model-making:
1. Mills, Criss . 2000. Designing with Models: A studio guide to making and using architectural design
models, John Wiley & Sons, Inc, New York.
2. Porter, Tom 2000. Architectural Supermodels, Architectural Press, Boston, Mass.
3. Architectural Model Making by: Nick Dunn
4. Designing with models: A studio guide to making and using architectural design models, John Wiley &
Sons
Ergonomics and body related issues:
1. Neufert, Ernst 1980. Architects Data, Blackwell Science, Oxford
2. Hogarth, Burne, 2003. Dynamic Anatomy, Watson-Guptill Publication, New York
Presentation
1. Architectural Drawing A Visual Compendium of Types and Methods by. Rendow Yee.
2. Drawn to Design: Analyzing Architecture through Free hand Drawing by: Eric J. Jenkins
3. Writing Architectural Narratives by: Michelle Congli
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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN

Group (of 2-3 members)

Few Important Terminologies:

Tasks Design Guidelines

-Full Scale Cardboard Fitting & Installation

Marks shall be distributed as follows

(total of 5 major components below)

Final Submission of Project 2

Has the group demonstrated the

-Ability to understand and

-Ability to introduce principles

-Ability to create and work on

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