RHEA RAJ
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II
(ARC60308)
This module introduces the principles and methods of analysis, abstraction, and synthesis in design thinking that are common to many design fields, including building and architecture. The key emphasis of this studio is “User and Context”, which investigates the relationship between user and natural environment.
Project 1: Diagramming Precedent Principles
In our respective groups, we were tasked to select one building precedent to perform a precedent study and explore the use of diagrams to analyse and communicate the architectural design. In addition to drawing diagrams, we also had to build 3D representations of each diagram.
We chose Holiday Home by Orange Architects.
Zoning Model
Structural Model
Context Model
Concept Model
Space Planning Model
Circulation Model
Material Contrast Model
Drawings
Project 2: The Really Useful Staircase
In a smaller group, we were tasked to design a stairway inhabitation structure on a hypothetical 45 degree slope that served as a arrival and circulation component of a weekend getaway. Additionally, we had to include a pathway for public users to use the structure as a landscape to move up the slope.
Our group designed the 'Ethereal Ascend' which as the name suggests, provided for a magical and mysterious ascend. The pavilion was driven by the goal of minimising carbon footprint through it's airy facade and lesser contact with the site that makes for a magical experience, as though it were floating amongst nature.
Final Model (Scale - 1:50)
Drawings
Project 3: Bach at Tumbling Rock
Our most interesting project yet, we were tasked to build a bach (holiday home) in a site located at Bentong, Pahang. The site also homes our project 2 staircases.
I designed the 'Timber Dusted Duplex', a bach intended for my father and I to have a weekend getaway. Aside from escaping the hustle and bustle of the city life, the bach contains a space for us to practice our favourite hobby together, which is carpentry.
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Final Model (Scale - 1:50)
Drawings
Design Process Sketch Journal