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PROJECT 3
Test Models
As this project was a continuous of project 2 and a combination of project 1, I started of by listing out the design principle and elements of the bamboo structure in project 2 and explored the model designs with those elements and principles. I had two main ideas which are chaotic (first row), depicted from the random and uneven surfaces of the bamboo structure, and calm or peaceful (second row) , extracted from the user's feeling when experiencing the bamboo structure. After receiving advises from my tutor, I focused on the idea of calm and peaceful with the main design of the test model on the bottom right.
Final Model Design
For my final model design, I improvised the previous design from the test model by creating different levels of triangular platform to maximize the usage of space and to create a longer journey for the user. There three main spaces, which are enclosed space, semi-enclosed and open space. These different coverage of spaces allowed the user to experience different feelings. The main materials used for this structure are timber, glass, washi paper and fabric. Timber is used as it gives a warm feeling and the washi paper is used to filter the light, creating a dim and warm environment. Furthermore, Glass is used to allow the user to look up to the sky, feeling connected to nature and the outside, giving off a calm feeling, whereas fabric is used to allow the user to move to another triangular space easily and to enhance the peaceful feeling when wind passes through as the fabric moves.
Close up of exterior and interior
Presentation Boards
In the first presentation board, both floor plan and roof plan are included to show the different spaces of the structure and the pattern of formation of the triangular platforms respectively, followed by two elevations and a section which shows the interior space of the structure. A diagram about the usage of space was included to give a clearer vision about the behaviors that can be carried out in the structure. Furthermore, an exploded axonometric projection and tectonic details is drawn to show the construction of the structure, followed by two abstract drawings with human figures. Lastly, diagrams or tattoo stamps about the principles and elements used, design concept and movements were presented to show the exaggerate my design idea of the structure. For instance, the use of fabric which enhances the peaceful feeling through wind, repetition, form, links between triangles and the different levels of platforms which shows movement.
REFLECTION
Throughout this project, it allows me to explore different ideas to represent similar design principles and elements, reconstructing the previous project, enhancing my creativity. Thanks to my tutor, I was able to improve my designs. I have also learned about time management which is very important so that I am able to finish my projects within the time allocated.
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