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Abstracting the facade 101

Orthography_111

We were assigned to draw this orthographic projection; the top left side is the tope view, the one under it is the front view and the right side is the side view.

Poster Assignment_111

Operation of shadow and shade_101

We are expected to take 2 exactly same photos from the same scene in deferent time.

AS05 STELTMAN CHAIR _111

The Steltman chair is an iconic piece of furniture designed by the Dutch architect and designer Gerrit Rietveld in 1963. It is part of the De Stijl movement, which focused on simplicity and geometric forms. The chair is known for its striking, angular design and the use of primary colors, particularly red and blue, which are characteristic of the De Stijl style.

The Steltman chair was created for the Steltman Jewelry Store in The Hague, Netherlands, as a special commission. It is a unique and sculptural piece of furniture that challenges traditional notions of chair design. The chair has a cantilevered seat and backrest, which gives it an almost floating appearance.

Rietveld's design philosophy, as seen in the Steltman chair, emphasizes the use of simple, rectilinear forms and a reduction of elements to their most basic geometrical shapes. This approach is evident in the chair's use of right angles and primary colors, which are essential elements of the De Stijl movement.

The Steltman chair is considered a design classic and is often featured in museums and exhibitions around the world. It reflects Rietveld's innovative approach to furniture design and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of design aesthetics.

ARCH 111_AS05

Orthographic projection

Step 1

Step 2

In step 2 we are supposed to draw the top view rotate the object 30 degree clockwise and reproduce the orthographic set.

ARCH 111_AS06

Orthographic projection section

23F_ARCH 111_MT1

PROBLEM

- You are expected to produce an orthographic set that is composed of 3 different (top - front - side) view of the given geometry.

REVIEW ON REGULATING LINES OF THE BOOK 'TOWARDS A NEW ARCHITECTURE'

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris, better known as Le Corbusier, was a Swiss French architect who lived from October 6, 1887, to August 27, 1965. He is regarded as one of the most significant architects of the 20th century. Le Corbusier, who is regarded as one of the forerunners of modern architecture, embraced its fundamental ideas, which include functionalism, open floor plans, tall buildings, and the use of industrial materials. If we talk about the chapter titled Arrangement of Lines in the book “Towards a New Architecture”, Corbusier states in the book that primitive people used shelters, temples, etc. He talks about his needs. In the process of building, Corbusier emphasizes the importance of order and regulatory lines. A paragraph in the book explains the importance I mentioned: “An inevitable element of architecture. The necessity of order. The regulatory line is a guarantee against intentionality. The regulatory line is a means to an end; It is not a prescription. It is his choice.”” and the forms of expression given to it are an integral part of architectural creation.”

Le Corbusier's architectural approach also placed a strong emphasis on "regulatory lines," which are lines based on measurements of the human body. He claims that regulating lines, which are created by mathematical computations and geometric contents, are the fundamental building blocks of a structure. According to Le Corbusier, the human size is at the core of architectural designs. Le Corbusier took measurements with his foot, elbow, or finger, referencing the human body as a guide. Architectural designs are based on these measurement techniques. He explains that the planning and arrangement of architectural designs serves as the basis for measuring the human body. Le Corbusier's point of view highlights that for his designs to be both aesthetically pleasing and functionally sound, they must also take into account the human body. According to this interpretation, architecture is an art form that emphasizes the user experience in addition to the structure.
"Architecture is the first manifestation of man's creation of his own universe, his creation in the image of nature and his submission to it," said Le Corbusier. To give an example of this scenario, consider how terrible extremely prehistoric humans were using a knife or flint to cut a piece of wood. Although these actions were being carried out by extremely primitive humans, throughout time they began to employ regulating lines and measurements to facilitate their task. The piece gained rhythm and structure from the lines employed in this way. The emergence of extremely beautiful artwork is primarily due to this sense of order.

ARCH 111_AS08

Axonometric drawing

PROBLEM

We are expected to produce a 30–60-degree axonometric drawing of the given geometry.

ARCH 111_AS09

Exploded section Axonometric drawing

PROBLEM

Given the plan, section and elevation drawings of a geometric configuration and expected to produce its exploded section axonometric drawing through the indicated section line. We are going to produce the section 2-2 and the angle to be used for the axonometric projection is 30-60 degree.

ARCH 101

Jury 1

Chapter 2: Ornament and Crime

Traditionally, ornaments were thought of as beautiful pieces lacking any practical use. However, I think ornaments are valuable in and of themselves. They often represent the background or influences of the designer, artist, or maker. They could stand for personal, cultural, religious, or spiritual meanings. The definitions of decorations and ornaments are essentially the same. However, application refers to the process of depositing something onto a surface. For example, it's comparable to how women apply makeup. On the other hand, integration describes the artistic fusion of various elements from the domains of engineering, decoration, and other fields, in addition to architecture. Function, on the other hand, is concerned with understanding the objective and working toward its accomplishment.

Therefore, the question to consider is: Does ornamentation make sense in contemporary architecture? The practicality of buildings with a tendency toward minimalism is emphasized in modern architecture. Decorative elements often have deeper significance, regardless of where they came from—from styles, cultures, spiritual symbols, or other important influences. Because of the diversity of cultures and the ephemeral nature of trends, our modern diverse society presents challenges. As a result, the kind of decoration chosen for a space is determined by its unique design context. A choice must be made between intentionally capturing the zeitgeist and creating architectural solutions that endure in the face of a culturally diverse context. Ultimately, this decision-making process hinges on the intended user population and the architect's goals.

Consider the layout of a house in Macau, for instance. It could make sense to tone down the decoration given the rising immigrant and expat population in the city as well as the growing influence of Western, Japanese, and Korean cultures. Ornamentation should not take away from the spatial sense. In the foyer and welcome area of a residential building, a striking, bright red dragon sculpture would not be the best choice over patterns, neutral hues, or earthy tones. A tasteful, understated style with fewer frills will likely be more appealing to prospective clients, buyers, or tenants.

Adolf Loos suggested in his 1908 book "Ornament and Crime" that modern cultures have embraced austerity even as they have shifted toward sophisticated, unadorned goods and architecture. On the other hand, excessive decoration was preferred by primitive societies. Loos espoused simplicity, drawing a connection between designs free of ornamentation and the avoidance of degeneracy in artistic works.

23F_ARCH 111_MT1

PROBLEM

They give us plan, section and side view drawings of a geometric configuration and expected to produce exploded section axonometric drawing and the angle to be used for the axonometric projection is 45-45 degrees and the scale of the drawing is 1:100.