Mid Semester Reflection Which drawing AND design feature you think was the strongest part of presentation?
The detailed drawings in the workshop and the temporary residences were the strongest features in convince the narrative. It is important for me to showcase this as part of the scheme, because my main concept was so strongly focused on the textile and texture. I have begun to explore the interaction through the touch of the table, door handle, and chair to enhance the user’s experience. Which design feature was the weakest; and will discarded?
The workshop roof and the storage room were the weakest aspects of the design. Perhaps, I could explore through the interaction of lights vs shadow, the atmosphere. Also, the scale of the storage room could be larger because the leather is imported, and there are many types of leather. Furthermore, I was too focused on the architectural design and have not refined my main concept to fully convince the audience. As a result, it was hard to follow the narrative and the overarching concept of the scheme. Outline how you might improve on these?
In the workshop, I need to explore a deeper understanding of how the lights interact in the space and materials to enhance the user. Precedent in Tongakushi by Kango Kuma was a good example of the lighting along the corridor and how it playout to enhance the atmosphere. The ideas of the threshold between internal and external could explore further through the tactility and the changes in form and textures.
Design Process: how does this work best for you? Simplicity is often overlooked. Sometime the simple design workflow, allow me to tackle the issue at the early start and build up my complexity in design afterward. 80
Design Process: biggest strength Details and tactility I find quite enjoyable and interesting area in architecture.
Design Process: biggest weakness At this stage, my main concept and overaching concepts are not yet resolve.
