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PROJECT I: THE CREATION OF FORM

Sugar Cubes

Theory:

Form is one of the basic building blocks in architecture.  We rely on our universal recognition of basic shapes and forms to allow the viewer to understand the architect's intent.  Three dimensional variations of the circle, triangle and square undergo additive and subtractive transformations and interactions to reflect program and contextual needs.   Designers also think of form in terms of its mass (solid) and void (volumetric) properties.  This project will explore the relationship of how form work together to clearly express the designer's intent and understanding . 

Concepts/Criteria: 

  1. Clarity of form (select the most and least).

  2. Additive and subtractive (select the most additive and subtractive project)

  3. Interaction of  form (select the most and the least)

  4. Mass and void (select the most mass and void oriented project)

  5. Overall set of rules or game plan the designer used (select the most and least).

Rules/Constraints: 

  1. No symmetrical projects

  2. No "forts" or2-D projects

Assignment:

Using the principles of form, as outlined in the class lecture, construct one or more of the following: an additive form, a subtractive form, and a form that is both additive and subtractive. Each of the forms must be related to one another. They may not be separate, independent objects, on a plane, rather they must interact, interlock and create spaces and objects. The better the application of the concepts and more creative and original the design solution, the higher the grade.  Projects shall have a minimum of 9 forms.

My Design

Ending Quote

"Whatever good things we build end up building us."- Jim Rohn

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