ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO III
This studio emphasizes on the poetics of place and the experiential qualities of space in architecture. In this module, we were introduced to, firstly, an exploration of spatial typologies and poetics in architecture; and secondly, the concept of neighborhood and community. In our preliminary design work, we engaged with literature studies and interpretation as well as translating into design of different spatial typologies (i.e. linear, spiral, spine, centric, etc) which explore the idea of architectural tectonics and experiences. Subsequently, the major project involved the design of a small scale community building (typically a Visitor Interpretive Centre) in the open landscape/suburban condition which engages with the spirit of place inherent within the site, the site topography, history and socio- cultural events. The design work explores the plan-section integration to achieve architectural form that is tectonically expressive, functional and responsive to its site.
Project I: Journey for the five senses
Project I is an introductory project by which we were required to explore issues of spatial typologies and poetics through simple design exercises. Working in groups of 4-5 students, we were to propose 2 schemes for a Memorial themed‘journey for the 5 senses’. We were also required to design the Memorials in the form of semi-open architecture by using two contrasting spatial types of your choice. There is no specific site for this design work. The story of the Memorial should translate a narrative given by the tutor, and it should be informed by precedents studies.