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ARCH 111
Assignment 3
An abstraction drawing of the Barbican Estate by JoasSouza, depicting light, texture and depth using only parallel lines
​Assignment 7
An orthographic set composed of two views and a section of a given object. We were to pay attention to the line quality, line weight and accuracy to the dimensions given.
Assignment 10
To draw a exploded section axonometric drawing through an indicated section line of a given geometry.
Assignment 11
To make an exploded section axonometric animation of a given geometry.
Midterm 1
To make an orthographic set of 3 views - The front view, side view and the indicated section and paying attention to the line quality and line weight.
Midterm 2
To produce an exploded section axonometric through an indicated section line of a given geometry
ARCH 101
Assignment 3 Final
We were expected to make construct out of cardboard composed of 5 to 7 units. We were also asked to draw an orthographic set of one of our groups. (This was also our first pin-up)
Assignment 4-1
To make a 3-D organization by applying the cut and fold operation using a sheet of Bristol paper. We could use angles 30, 45 and 60 to our folds.
Pre - Jury
A construct out of cardboard composed of 3 unit types. We had to pay attention to defining volumes by using a variation of operations and also produce a strategy when defining those volumes.
Visit to Middle East Technical University
On December 10, 2024, we visited Middle East Technical University to study hinges and threshold. We were asked to take pictures of various examples we find around the school
Assignment 5-4
Were were introduced to hinge and threshold and expected a make a construct that include them to work with our organization.
Final Jury
To produce a model of 3 units or/groups types with outmost precision. To create a variation of volumes by using different operations and a strategy. Including hinges and threshold were welcomed to add a complexity to the model. We were expected a produce a poster and an animation to highlight our strategy/units/groups.
ARCH121
When someone is asked what does music mean, one might say it is describing and telling you about something. However music actually means the way it makes you feel. The happy, sad , angry, excited feeling you get from it. Unlike with words that make you imagine a particular thing, music can make you image a number of things at the same time. For example in the piece “The pastoral Symphony” by Beethoven which was made to describe “the cheerful feeling on arriving on the country” but it could be listened to and could be about any cheerful scenario. This is also similar to Abstraction, because abstract is not made do directly represent anything but it’s a creation on its own. Rather than making a piece that represents or symbolize something in our world, it takes different forms and creates things for its own world. Similar to music, someone might look at an abstract work and find it is similar to something they know while another person might say otherwise. We can see from Piet Mondrian’s collection of artwork, how he went from making art that represent things in nature to truly abstract work that didn’t represent anything in nature.
What does music mean discussion: We were assigned to watch the video titled "What Does Music Mean" by Leonard Bernstein, from 1958, and then discuss it
Young People's Concerts titled "What Does Music Mean" by Leonard Bernstein From 1958
Discussion assignment: We were asked to read the chapter on Regulating Lines from The book "Towards an Architecture" by Le Corbusier and discuss it.
Architecture has created a way for humans to create something of their own, something outside of nature. They use what is given to them to create something that is abstract in itself. They use shapes, lines, angles, and so much more using his own proportions and create things that are harmonious, united and work well together. An example of such an aspect is regulating lines.
Regulating lines is a concept that designers and architects use to create harmony and order when creating something. It allows for better rhythm and better decision making when considering the element being used. Regulating lines has been in use for as long as humans have been building, or creating constructs that are appealing. It serves as a guide and ensures the geometry of the construct is well maintained. As mentioned in the book, “A regulating line is an assurance against capriciousness”, what this means is that it ensures that a construct is not designed or built in an unpredictable and inconsistent way. In some buildings,regulating lines guide architecture on where to put doors or windows and other aspects and makes sure that they go well with the whole construct and have a purpose.
The Porte Saint - Denis from the book TOWARDS A NEW ARCHITECTURE LE CORBUSIER
Compare and discuss 2
In both images there is balance, although it seems image B is more balanced compared to image A, A is still balanced in its own way. In image B, there is a balance in accordance to the figure and ground organization. The mountain can be considered as the figure and the sky as the background. While in image A, we have repeating patterns which also balances the image.
In image A, we can see there is a hierarchy organization. The figure in the front is made larger and more prominent than the other figures. It also has a good gestalt when looking at the proximity and similarity between some figures in the image.
Both have a variation in the sizes or proportions of the figures in the image. Both have very large figures which seem more prominent and more of a focal point of the image followed by smaller figures.
Fine Wind, Clear Morning,
Katsushika Hokusai, 1826 - 33
Kyumers and his soldiers wearing tiger skins,
Seyyid Lokman, 1582
General Discussion: Lecture notes 4
To read the lecture notes and discuss is it with our classmates.
When looking at the concept of Rhythm, we can see that humans have come into the world which already has rhythm and have naturally integrated it into various things they do. Regarding Architecture, rhythm is used in defining and representing different aspects. It enables architects to create movement throughout a construct and enhances the flow and organization. It allows for thorough distribution and unity. For example when we’re looking at a building that has rhythm, we tend to categorize into being well built and neat which is heavily influenced by the rhythm.​
Fun Stuff!
Ez- Zitouna Mosque
In the summer of 2023 I visited Ez-Zitouna Mosque in Tunis, Tunisia. It is the oldest mosque in Tunis and the second mosque to be built in Africa, dating back to the 8th century. It is also know to have hosted one of the first universities of Islam. The mosque includes the praying hall and a courtyard and covers an area of 500 square meters (Carthage Magazine, 2023)
One of my hobbies is is taking photographs of the sky at any chance I get. I always appreciate a beautiful sunrise or sunset.
