Design Communication
Project 1a : On-site Skectching
A first-hand conscious experience is important in the understanding and articulation of space. This assessment introduced students to visualization and expression of space through on-site sketching activity on campus.
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
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To understand the motion of space in architecture.
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To develop skills in visualizing of space through observation and perception of a given sit.
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To develop skills in sketching as a mode of communication.
Project 1b : Tonal Values
This exercise is designed to build upon the previous assignment; in developing one’s skills in creating depth and tone in a sketch, and thus refining and enhancing the ability to produce an architectural sketch that is legible.
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
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To understand the notion of space & detailing’s in architecture and objects.
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To develop skills in communicating the above in various tonal and depth values.
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To develop various techniques of hatching through different medium.
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Four variations of sketching techniques based upon you’re design studio prototype model.
Project 2a : Orthographic projections: plans, sections, elevations
“A means of representing a three-dimensional object in two dimensions along with drawing that communicates the shape and size of an object through a series of related two-dimensional views” - Edwin Chomen
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
You are to utilize the given images of a simple building to be drawn up. By using the skills demonstrated and explained in the workshops, draw up the following required orthographic drawings.
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Demonstrate drafting skills in modern and traditional methods of architectural drawing.
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Record and present clear and legible architectural information manually.
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Identify and apply architectural conventions and symbols.
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Demonstrate in pencil and ink examples of:
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line types
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line weights
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line quality
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hand lettering
Project 2b : Axonometric projection
Axonometric drawing is an excellent method of communicating and expressing an architectural idea – be it as a diagram at a fairly early stage of the design process (ie. conceptual expression) or as a presentation aid upon finalization of your design.
Axonometric drawings are a visually instigating and exciting way of expressing an idea clearly with minimal words if executed well.
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
In the production of the work for the Orthographic Projections assessment, you would have, by now, a fairly in-depth understanding of the architectural detail and spatial value of the Farnsworth House.
In the next exercise, you will learn how to execute an axonometric projection by generating partial of an external and a sectional (internal) axonometric of the house.
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Ability to express spatial ideas and architectural detail in three-dimension, in the format of an axonometric projection.
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Understanding of what axonometric projections are, how to generate them and how to apply them to the design process and presentation.
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Ability to produce legible architectural drawings.
Project 2c: Perspectives
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
This assessment introduces perspective as a mode of communication in architecture. You are required to construct firstly, one exterior (two-point) perspective followed by one sectional interior perspective (one- point).
In constructing both these perspectives, you are to demonstrate the ability to express spatial idea in 3-D form, understanding of 2-D and 3-D relationships in architectural graphics, skills in drawing and composition, creativity and complexity of drawing. Also, your selection of space and exterior form is significant
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Ability to express spatial ideas and architectural detail in three-dimension, in the format of one-point and two-point perspectives.
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Understanding of what perspectives (and its different types) are, how to generate them and how to
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apply them to the design process and presentation.
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Ability to produce legible architectural drawings with strong creative intent.
Project 3 : Finishing & Presentation
Objectives & Learning Outcomes
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Ability to visually communicate ideas and own design to others clearly.
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The ability to work efficiently and deliver within a set timeline.
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Create a cohesive and captivating package based on your acquired skills and natural strengths.
DIscipline specific knowledge
Lifelong learning
Thinking and problem solving skills