Introduces the principles and methods of analysis, abstraction, and synthesis in design thinking that are common to many design fields, including building and architecture
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO 2
Diagrammatic Abstraction
PROJECT BRIEF
The key emphasis of the studio is 'User and Context', which investigates the relationship between user and natural environment. Starting with an investigation of the architectural spaces through prototype studies, this project required to 'learn from precedents' by interpretation and exploration of solids, planes, lines and frames in architectural design. Emphasis is given to the elements of architecture and architectonics that generate architectural form and space, produced by drawing and model making.
The task is to investigate how spaces are created from the making of architectural elements: architectonics, expressed with the idea of using pure and diagrammatic drawings.
TOOLS
ANALOGUE SCALE DRAWING
PHYSICAL PROTOTYPING
Famous Architects, Fabulous Houses
Gazebo
PROJECT BRIEF
This group project is in conjunction with 'Taman Tugu Greenovation Design Competition 2017' which required to design two gazebos (one for active zone and another for passive zone). The gazebos will serve as iconic features of the park, Taman Tugu, which is second to none. There are several design requirements to follow that include capacity and dimensions, construction materials and fabrication and installation.
TOOLS
ANALOGUE SCALE DRAWING
PHYSICAL PROTOTYPING
Mock-up Models
Taman Tugu Negara Gazebo
"Due to its context, the design concept of the gazebo's intention is to reminisce the Malay architectural style but at the same time evolving into the modern setting within and around the park by translating traditional Malay Architecture elements in modernism. It is to show that architectural technique and design is progressing but at the same time keeping the essence of traditional Malay Architecture."
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Weekend Lodging
PROJECT BRIEF
The final project began with a site analysis of the physical context both at a macro and micro level of the overall site at KL Forest Eco Park. It requires the studio to collect data which include site plan, existing structure, landscape, climatic studies, views and vistas, circulation pattern and activities. The following data then presented in the form of physical mapping and abstract diagraming.
The data collected also served as a guideline in designing a weekend lodging at the site. A weekend lodging denotes 'a place where one escapes for relaxation, recreation and vacation for a short period of time'. The design must function as habitable architectural spaces to enable the activities associated with living, dining, showering, cooking, storage and such within the built up of maximum 150 sqm. The relationship between the design and the context is also important in making the weekend lodging unique to its landscape and activity.
TOOLS
ANALOGUE SCALE DRAWING
PHYSICAL PROTOTYPING
SITE ANALYSIS
A Different Feeling of Home
"The design concept of the lodge is 'A Different Feeling of Home'. It is designed without any house furniture to express the user experience through the feeling of spaces, in synced with nature with complete awareness of each moment in nature, allowing the user to experience a different feeling of home, just like a wanderer."
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