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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 3: Dreamspace for the User ‘A HIDE OUT’

Project 3

Individual LO 1-7

50% of Final Grade

Verbal presentation

Presentation Panel+ Scaled Model

Introduction

In project 1, students were allowed to express oneself through their creative means; Project 2 on the other hand is meant to prepare students to be aware on the relationship between user and space, emphasizing on anthropometrics & ergonomics; Project 3 on the other hand incorporates both the creativity and its functionality; identity of user, comfortability of user and creativity in articulating the space

Students are required to design a space for you by attaching it to the walls/surfaces of an imagined ‘city’ on an empty abandoned lot in between two buildings. The space is to fit the specific needs of the user (as a hideout space for viewing, transitional space, space for dreaming, space showcasing hobbies or collections and so to speak a getaway space for the user who wants to be alone), space that best fits the personality, occupation and character of the person that the user you are designing for.

The user will be pre-selected, 32 prominent personalities in the field of entertainment, sports, politics, arts, science and others; each possessing distinct qualities from tall, physically handicapped, nature lover, art collector, singer, dancer, loud, bold and others.

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These challenges are to be architecturally translated into a space that successfully establishes the quality of the interior and articulation of exterior. Concept shall evidently show the experiential and spatial quality. Students are also to consider how design is to be attached and harmonize with the two existing buildings (may show massing design of two buildings). Additional considerations should also be given to human scale and dimensional requirements.

The Project will be divided into two major stages: one as continuous studio exercise which comprises of Project’s 3a & 3b, 3a: Narrative & Storytelling’ and 3b: Design Exploration (Interim Submission); second Project 3- Final project submission & presentation. Student in this project will demonstrate understanding of their chosen user thru research after which show the process how this understanding is translated to spatial and form concept & design thru sketches and study models. Project 3 involves presentation of the final design thru A-2 Panel board presentation and model.

Objectives of Project

The objectives of this assignment are as follows:

1. To further the students ability to create and develop a conceptual narrative. 2. To introduce and create awareness in understanding the dimensional requirements of the

human body (anthropometrics and ergonomics). 3. To explore and apply basic design principles and terminologies. 4. To further the student’s ability to create and develop a conceptual narrative 5. To be able to consider objective and subjective parameters in the design process to create

a space this is practical yet poetic. 6. To explore how the selection and application of materials in relation to the sensory

experience of space. 7. To be able to select and make different study models (sketch, concept, diagram, section

and development models)

Learning Outcomes of this Project

1. Generate design concept/idea and translate into simple (architectural) design. 2. Generate design through the process of sketching and model-making. 3. Document, sketch and explain from personal experiences of the built and natural

environment 4. Apply the understanding of basic architectural design principles, and the notion of body

and space interactions. 5. Maximize utilization of sketching, study modelling and other preliminary design tools going

through the process-oriented approach in developing designs. 6. Produce a well-organized, systematic and creative graphical presentation through a well-

drawn and executed two-dimensional form (plans, elevations and sections), three-dimensional form (sectional perspective, axonometric and perspective) and scale modelling.

7. Prepare and enhance student’s verbal communication and presentation skills. All three projects are to be external assessors.

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Tasks - Methodology

-Hide out is to be attached to this given setting with the given physical boundaries and dimensions.

SITE PLAN

ELEVATION

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NOTE: : STAIRCASE NOT TO EXCEED 2.0 WIDE. : ALLEY SHOULD NOT BE LESS THAN 3.0 METERS : ENTRANCE TO HIDEOUT FROM GROUND LEVEL ONLY. :NO ENTRANCE FROM TWO BUILDINGS.

A-2 BOARD (BASE)

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Design Guidelines

- Application and exploration of basic design principles and materials in creating spatial qualities to capture narrative and storyline.

- Choose and understand the character and personality that you have selected. Character is to be from pre-selected lists. List includes fashion designers, product designers, celebrities, models, sports figure, political figure and others.

- Several questions shall be looked into in the development of the ‘Dream space for the User’, here are some guiding questions: How does the body shape the space? How does the space influence the mood and its activities, how does material engage the senses? And how do the senses determine the choice of materials?

- Student will be required to design a space (multiple use) with a gross floor area of 50-70 sq.m and a height 10.0m high elevated 3.0 meters from the ground (refer to Site Plan & elevation for exact dimensions).

- Hideout should not occupy more than 70% of the site. - Should incorporate design elements and principles of design; emphasis on scale,

hierarchy, proportion, harmony and character. - The design should either attached with at least one of the two existing buildings, or

possibly both walls of the two buildings.

Submission Requirements Project 3b: Interim Submission (Narrative Writing & Design Exploration) June 8, 2015

Poster type (Butter Paper) should fit concept and design approach - May use Diagrams, image maps to avoid lengthy texts. - Should clearly stipulate the user’s information (biography), activities,

personality, occupation, needs, desires and likes. June 22, 2015 (Mock up presentation)

A2- Butter Paper or A-2 Board in pencil (Scale 1:50) - PLAN (Floor Plan) - ELEVATION (Front) - SECTION (showing user activity/movement)

Study Model (s) / Final Study model (Scale 1:50)

Note: All boards are to be produced manually. Images and drawings should be properly labelled.

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Project 3: FINAL SUBMISSION

Narrative: ONE (1) Panel of A-2 Board, Creative layout - May use Diagrams, Mind Maps to avoid lengthy texts. - Should clearly stipulate the user’s body dimension, activities, personality,

occupation, needs, desires and likes. - Sketches of drawings and studies. - Diagram showing effective consideration for Anthropometrics.

TWO-THREE (2-3) Panels of A-2 Board, Creative layout (1:50 Scale) Floor Plan(s) ) (note: to show how hideout is attached to 2 buildings)

TWO (1)- Elevations (Front) (note: to show how hideout is attached to 2 buildings) ONE (1) - Section or Sectional Perspective (note: to show how hideout is attached to

the 2 buildings)

Interior Perspective (s) (most interesting area or areas) or Axonometric View

Scaled Model Final Model (1:50 m) The final model shall clearly show design of form & interior space. Consider correct dimensions of materials (such as wall thickness, door height and others) and furniture’s. The final model should sit on site. Building beside can be shown in massing form and a partial of it only to focus more ‘Hide out’ which will be done in details (material, texture & design). Note: To include Site and 2 buildings.

Others

Sketch Journal (Butter paper, A-3 sketch book and others)

Study Model(s) (design exploration)

Tutorial Log Sheet (properly signed by tutor) . Submission Date

Project 3: Interim Presentation(s) Week 11- 8th June 2015 Week 13- 22nd June 2015

Pin up 8:00-9:00 AM

Presentation 9:00-11:30 AM Project 3: Final Submission

WEEK 14 29th June 2015 Monday

-Submission & Pin up 8:00AM-1:00 PM 30th June 2015 Tuesday

-Presentation (Design Review) 9:00-1:00 PM 1st July 2015 Wednesday - Remove and take out drawings. 8:00 AM-10:00AM July 6-13, 2015 -E-portfolio Submission Note: Schedule of presentation is to be confirmed. Any changes will be announced (2 weeks) prior to date or week of presentation.

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Marking criteria

Marks shall be distributed as follows:

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Continuous Studio based Exercises Project 3a Group Video presentation 3b- ‘Interim presentation(s)

20

Final Project Dream Space for the Self Has the student mastered the ability to create meaningful spaces in relation to the body and self? These will be assessed via the following:

80 1,3,6

Clarity of Design Narrative, Approach and intentions

5

Functionality and articulation of space (Anthropometrics, ergonomics; personality & character of space)

25

Form Articulation & Design (character of form, scale and proportion) Quality of Visuals (Drawings & composition, models of A-2 Panel Board); full compliance with brief

15

25

Evidence of exploration and rigorous thinking process (sketch journal and study models & tutorial log sheet).

10

Understanding and compliance with project requirements (project brief)

10

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Verbal Presentation External Judges

10

Suggested References Spatial Organization and Relationships:

1. D.K. Ching, F. Eckler, J.F. 2013. Introduction to Architecture. New Jersey: Wiley & Sons 2. D.K. Ching, F. 1993. Architecture: Form Space and Order (2nd ed.). Van Nostrand

Reinhold. Perception and Experience:

1. Rasmussen, Steen Eiler. 1993. Experiencing Architecture. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology. USA.

2. Antoniades, A. 1992. Poetics of Architecture. Van Nostrand Reinhold. 3. Agrest, Diana. 1993. Architecture from Without. The MIT Press

Materiality & Form

1. Richard Weston. Material, Form & Architecture Openings in Architecture:

1. Meiss, Pierre. 2002. Elements of Architecture: From Form to Place. Spon Press: London. (See Chapter 1: Openings)

2. Plummer, H. 2012. The Architecture of Natural Light. Thames & Hudson 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. Drawing & Presentation

1. Nick Dunn. Architectural Model Making 2. Rendow Yee. Architectural Drawing- A Visual Compendium of Types and Methods 3. Eric J. Jenkins. Drawing to Design: Analyzing Architecture through Freehand drawings.