Design Studio 2 gives emphasis on process of
prototyping space through
the exploration of solids,
planes, lines, frames,
surfaces and openings, with
considerations of functional
and spatial relationship, as
well as form-making.
The focus for this design studio is User and Context. Whereby, the design is no longer focus on our perspective and we are given a specific site and user to produce the design.
Project 1 -
Familiar People,Familiar Faces :
Diagrammatic Abstraction
Task 1 : Documentary
A group of 5 was formed in the beginning of the semester. We were given architect - Enric Miralles as the key person for the documentary. Research was carried out through books and the internet to gather information about the architect. Besides that, we were also required to analyse one of the projects done by him. In this case, my group mates and i have chosen 'The La Clota House' as our research building.
Through this assignment, we have gotten to know more in depth about the architects and their projects.
Task 2 : Conceptual Models and Drawings
In this task, we were required to produce 5 conceptual models based on the project we have chosen - The La Clota House along with orthographic drawings.
Through this task, we have further gain knowledge on analysing through images and drawings as we were unable to visit the actual site. Cross referencing was used to ensure the reliability of sources we found.
Site Visit
The focus for this design studio is User and Context. Whereby, the design is no longer focus on our perspective and we are given a specific site and user to produce the design.
Project 1 -
Familiar People,Familiar Faces :
Diagrammatic Abstraction
A group of 5 was formed in the beginning of the semester. We were given architect - Enric Miralles as the key person for the documentary. Research was carried out through books and the internet to gather information about the architect. Besides that, we were also required to analyse one of the projects done by him. In this case, my group mates and i have chosen 'The La Clota House' as our research building.
Through this assignment, we have gotten to know more in depth about the architects and their projects.
Task 2 : Conceptual Models and Drawings
In this task, we were required to produce 5 conceptual models based on the project we have chosen - The La Clota House along with orthographic drawings.
Through this task, we have further gain knowledge on analysing through images and drawings as we were unable to visit the actual site. Cross referencing was used to ensure the reliability of sources we found.
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| A series of models made to study the concepts before finalising the conceptual model series. |
Site Visit
For the following projects, a site visit had been conducted to Penang. In Penang, we visited the Penang Botanical Gardens to carry out specimen scanning. The aim is to produce designs which are 'Inspired by Nature' in project 2a and 2b. While visiting our site - Pantai Kerachut which was located in Penang National Park, data and images was collected to produce a detailed site analysis. Throughout the visit, we were separated into groups to carry out specific tasks due to tight schedule.
Site Analysis Report
Creature Scanning
These pictures were captured as inspiration for the project to come and they were later transformed into conceptual sketches and models.
Project 2a - Coastal Guard Tower
In a group of two, based on the conceptual ideas that was produce through the creature scanning process. The design of the watch tower is produced. In this project, communication between my colleague and i was very important to harmonise both our viewpoints into producing a single design.
Project 2b - Retreat House
As a continuation of project 2a, we were required to design an retreat house for the coastal guard. The design of the retreat house i have produced is somewhat similar with the coast guard tower. Revolving around with the concepts of layers, repetition, and rhythm.
In this module, we were to work with a different tutor for every project. For me, this move taken by the lecturer have given me a chance to learn more as different tutors have different requirements and procedure of getting work done, hence it resembles working with different client for different projects giving more challenges along the way.
Site Analysis Report
Creature Scanning
These pictures were captured as inspiration for the project to come and they were later transformed into conceptual sketches and models.
Project 2a - Coastal Guard Tower
In a group of two, based on the conceptual ideas that was produce through the creature scanning process. The design of the watch tower is produced. In this project, communication between my colleague and i was very important to harmonise both our viewpoints into producing a single design.
Project 2b - Retreat House
As a continuation of project 2a, we were required to design an retreat house for the coastal guard. The design of the retreat house i have produced is somewhat similar with the coast guard tower. Revolving around with the concepts of layers, repetition, and rhythm.
In this module, we were to work with a different tutor for every project. For me, this move taken by the lecturer have given me a chance to learn more as different tutors have different requirements and procedure of getting work done, hence it resembles working with different client for different projects giving more challenges along the way.
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