Architectural E-Portfolio: ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO 3 [ARC 2118]

Project 1 - Project 1 Journey for the 5 senses

Studio 3 emphasizes on the poetics and the experiential qualities of space in architecture. As for this project, it is an introductory project where students are required to explore different spatial typologies and poetics through simple design exercises.

At the beginning of this project, we were given a sets of poems to choose from in order to carry out the exercises to be done. my group mates and i have chosen the poem "A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens. The poem narrates the french revolution from the writers point of view.

We were requested to produce two simple designs to portray or rather convey the poem through spatial experiences along the spaces. Each Design is specific for its spatial typology, namely - linear space and concentric space.

Linear Space

Presentation Board

The Linear space was designed to emphasize on the believed feelings of those who lived during the era of the french revolution. Life was rather full of obstacles for the people of that time, in which the different obstacles introduced within the space represents. These obstacles gradually as the space transform from a protective structure to a open but defensive lattice "cage" until they reach a final struggle to pass the pond to break free. the entire journey brings back to the concept we had for the project which is to describe the revolution happening during the era the poem was written.

Below are actual pictures of the model which shows the spacial experiences through the journey.

perception changes as the boring form leads to a space gradually decreasing in height.
Symbolizes Oppression by authorities.

Concentric Space

The concentric space was also designed according to the concept agreed by our group which is - Revolution. In this case, Revolution is represented by breaking through as perceived that revolution is a form of opposition breaking free from traditional ruling patterns or habits.

The symbolization of the above mentioned would be the glass cone protruding from a rather dull concrete box. An overall building that doesn't fit into its site, a building that is trying to stand out from the rest.

A cone that breaks open the dull box standing out from the rest of the site.

Large concrete columns represent the oppression given by the ruling party.

Through this project, I have learned much more about spatial typologies. Besides that, knowledge was also gained on how small design decision could influence the way the visitors/ users experience the space. Lastly, we have accomplished as a team to work together in order to produce the final product.

Project 2 - GENIUS LOCI: Site Analysis & Concept Development

For this project, our lecturers and tutors have brought us on a site trip to visit Labrador Park in Singapore. We were given task as a group to conduct a site analysis to further understand the site. Genius Loci of a site means the spirit of the site. After so, we were asked to develope a concept for a visitor interpretative centre which embraces the spirit of Labrador Park and fits into the site with harmony.

Site Analysis

Conceptual Sketches

Conceptual Design

Project 3 - GENIUS LOCI: Visitor Interpretative Centre

As a continuation of project 2, we have been required to produce a design for a Visitor Interpretative Centre (VIC) with a approximate floor area of 450sqm. For me, this project was a large step forward into architecture since the last semester as we were required to design with a sense of practicality and buildability.