Architecture Design Studio: Foundation II

The spring semester, Methods and Transformations in Space of the first year architecture program extends from experiences in the fall semester Methods and Transformations in Form. Architecture as a spatial practice is introduced. Design projects evolve from previous studies of structure surface and volume in plant and landscape paradigms. Systems and sequences previously explored in nature are developed in cultural contexts through a progressive series of projects. Mapping human behavior and studying architectural precedents create spatial temporal experiences and narratives. Architectural and interdisciplinary analyses launch each project as a vehicle for generative design strategies. Fluid connections between drawing (freehand and drafted) and modeling (physical, computer, and wood shop) are continued. The semester is divided into three primary design projects: WOODSHOP: The studios explicit relationship to the woodshop is expanded in this course. ROOM (Private) INTERIOR: This project introduces a group research project of architectural precedents as its analytical catalyst. The study of an interior space focuses the transition from form to that of space. PLACE (Public) BUILDING: This project uses, interdisciplinary, cultural research as its analytical formal catalyst. The study of a public infill building establishes architecture within an urban context and requires ability to create spatial sequences of public / private programmatic function. The process includes freehand drawing, model building, shade and shadow, digital modeling, and drafting.