The main aim of Project 2 is to expand the interpretation of the users by exploring the relationships between the human body and designed form. The students, we as the users will define the intention of the space and its form based on certain personality traits and the human body.

 

In this project we will also be introduced to an overview of building and architecture, experiencing the spatial quality of a basic structure, as well as practical aspects of design such as ventilation, lighting, structure, and material. Students will be introduced to the basic design principles such as rudimentary ways in which to order and organize spaces and forms. Furthermore, develop an understanding of scale and proportion in relation to the human body.

 

Project 2 will be divided into 2 stages; first, we shall explore the notions of scale and proportion.  This is done through a series of exploratory in-class exercises where we explore human form (anthropometry). We will then progress on to understanding how the human body relates to space, and further developing an understanding of scale and proportion in relationship with body and space.

 

The 2 stages mentioned will be presented by groups in the intention to enhance the ability to articulate space and form from interpretations of the users. This development will be through a series of tests and investigations involving scaled models ‘study models’. The Final Design will then be produced as a 1:1 scale assembly and installation work.

 

We will specifically translate their design intentions thru designing ‘Small Shelter’, using choices of materials that are durable and marginally weatherproof while exploring its architectural expression. We will camp for 1 night in the shelter to test the design of the shelter. We will be notified of the campsite location by week 6.

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