VIT SCHOOL OF PLANNING AND ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION DESIGN STUDIO YEARBOOK 2017-18
VIT School of Architecture Basic design studio yearbook 2017-18 Copyright 2018 Foundation Design Studio VIT
Publication edited by Akash Muralidharan and Sharmada Nagarajan
WE SHAPE OUR BUILDINGS; THEREAFTER THEY SHAPE US. -WINSTON CHURCHILL
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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STUDIO WORKS
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DOTS
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RHYTHMIC TRANSPARENCE
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FLOATING PLANES
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LIGHT AND VOLUME
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AMALGAMATION
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TURRELL
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PERCEPTION MAPPING
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FRACTALS
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SHEET TO FORM
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PLEATPODS
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GEOMETRIC REFLECTIONS
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TANGIBILITY
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J COMPONENT - I
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J COMPONENT - II
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STUDIO ACTIVITIES
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STUDENTS
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STAFF
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APPENDIX
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APPENDIX II
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FOREWORD
Prof. Jaffer AA Khan
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- Water ripples - Preethis Mukunthan
DOTS
DESIGN EXERCISE Studentsarethereforerequiredtocreatecompositions that exhibit rhythm as seen in natural elements directlyorindirectly.Theexerciseistobecarriedout in two stages as follows: 2D COMPOSITIONS: Create 5 conceptual sketches usingdotsthatincorporatethethemesofemotions, natural elements and rhythm. 3D COMPOSITIONS: Create a 3D model using thermocolballsorspheresoutofanyothermaterials to create an abstraction of the above mentioned themes on a plywood base plane of 1’6”X1’6”. CONCEPT NARRATIVE: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Design brief: Vidyalakshmi Selvam and Sharmada Nagarajan
As an introduction to Basic Design, the exercise is aimed at educating students on the basics of ‘abstraction’ and use them to derive simple concepts to substantiate their design.The adopted exercises shall aid in the understanding of the basic elements and principles of design through a juxtaposition of Indian elements andWestern ideologies. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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TIMBRE
The design is an abstraction of sound waves and their transmission. The dots stand to represent subjects of different types (particles, objects, people, etc.) and the lines depict transmission in wave form. These have a constant rhythm and therefore can be seen as a repetitive pattern in composition. - Timbre - Varun Menon
DOTS TORNADO
A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the Earth and a cumulonimbus cloud or, in rare cases, the base of a cumulus cloud. The design composition is a representation of the same, with variation in pressure depicted by difference in sizes of the spheres.
- Tornado - Tangutri Sri Keshava
- Rhythm of Origin - Soorya Sunil
DOTS
SPIRAL OF LIFE
The composition is a philosophical representation of the ‘spiral of life’; the evolution of life begins and ends with the mighty dot, a tangible existence of something in space. It exhibits rhythm: life springs at various points and multiplies, and blends to create the physical environment that we perceive.
- Spiral of life - Anusree Anilkumar
LESS IS MORE
The design stands to represent the property of rhythm through a symmetrically balanced composition, inspired by the famous idea of ‘less is more’. As DaVinci stated, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication and therefore the use of minimum elements reflects the complexity of the same. - Less is More - Lalitha Bhai
DOTS
- Lines and rhythms - Preethis Mukunthan
RHYTHMIC TRANSPARENCE
DESIGN EXERCISE Studentsarethereforerequiredtocreatecompositions thatrepresent‘emotions’associatedwithoneormore naturalelementsandensurethatthecompositions exhibitrhythmdirectlyorindirectly.Theexerciseisto be carried out in two stages as follows: 2D COMPOSITIONS: Create 5 conceptual sketches usinglinesthatincorporatethethemesofemotions, natural elements and rhythm. 3D COMPOSITIONS: Create 3D models in 3 scales usingdifferentmaterials:Matchsticks/Toothpicks, Bamboo (Barbecue) sticks and Acrylic tubes that represent straight lines to create an abstraction of the above mentioned themes on a plywood base plane of 1’6”X1’6”. Curved lines can be used as additional elements only- use wires, strings, etc for the same. CONCEPT NARRATIVE: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Design brief: Akash Muralidharan and Sharmada Nagarajan
The exercise intends to expose students to working with certain limitations in design: 1. The theme is restricted to use of ‘rhythm’ as a basic principle. 2. The basic material chosen is transparent and therefore dictating the transmission of light and formation of shadows should be a forethought. Using lines as the basic element, the exercise shall allow students to push the dynamics of a naturally rigid element. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Lines - Bhuvanesh
RHYTHMIC TRANSPARENCE
MELODY
This project is inspired by string instruments. The tubes are placed so as to create a linear pattern depicting rhythmic progression through the use of interconnected strings. This depictsthethemeof‘linearcomplexity’throughasimplecomposition.Thedesigndepicts a harmonious score in progress.physical environment that we perceive.
- Melody - Athira Suresh
WEAVE
The design is an abstraction of the general morphology of fabrics. It depicts how linear elements such as twine, thread, etc. are woven together to create a singular surface with extremely dynamic properties. The strength of the fabric depends on the density of it’s basic elements. - Weave - Anusree Anilkumar
RHYTHMIC TRANSPARENCE
LANDFORM
The composition is a representation of variation in landform through lines of different lengths placed vertically in proximity. The density and material variation too provides depth while viewing and is an attempt to represent the gradual progression from valleys to peaks.
- Landform - Tanguturi Sri Keshava - Melody - Athira Suresh
TIDE
The composition is a representation of the natural phenomenon of tides. It is a philosophical take on human perception of life: similar to the rise and fall of sea levels, life too, has its variations in terms of progress and perfection.
- Tides - Harshaavardhan
RHYTHMIC TRANSPARENCE
- Planes - Athira Suresh
FLOATING PLANES
DESIGN EXERCISE Students are therefore required to create 3d compositionsthatrepresent‘emotions’associated with one or more natural elements and ensure thatthecompositionsexhibitDynamismdirectlyor indirectly. The exercise is to be carried out in two stages as follows: MOCK MODELS: Create 3 3d compostions to create an abstraction of the above mentioned themes in a smaller scale. Choose one out of the 3 to be done in a larger scale as the final model. 3D COMPOSITIONS: Create the chosen 3D composition in a bigger scale on a box of 1’6”X1’6”. CONCEPT NARRATIVE: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Meenakshi Pappu Design brief: Vidyalakshmi Selvam
The‘floatingplanes’exerciseisanuncustomaryapproachtounderstandingtheproperties of planar geometry. Students are required to produce design ideas with varying concepts that can be expressed in the form of planar geometry, both rigid and fluid, exhibiting dynamism by suspending the same within a specific frame. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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TENTACLES
The composition aims to depict the dynamic nature of the tentacles of a jellyfish; the materials used are therefore translucent and personify the nature and morphology of the same. The planes are suspended and ensured to be light so as to impart a sense of dynamism to the design. - Tentacles - Smeya Shirley Deborah
FLOATING PLANES
THE DNA
The design is a representation of the rhythmic motion of the basic genetic material, the DNA, in terms of origin, transformation and replication. Genetic information is passed from one generation to the other and displays smooth transition,evenintermsofvariation. The composition therefore is an abstraction of this idea. - DNA - Vaylina Ray
SPADES
The design is a dynamic model using planar geometry as basic modules; each module is a representation of the‘spade’. The modules are ensured to be light and thereforefragmented.Thisproducesthe necessary play of light and shade. - Spades - Edara Yugesh
FLOATING PLANES
CONGRUENCE
The design is an abstract sculpture that uses planes as primary elements to represent the themes of dynamism and congruence.Various planes are combined to impart a sense of fluidity along all directions. - Congruence - Aravind Balaji
FINS
The design is an abstraction of the fins of sharks in movement, dominating the sascape. It represents the swiftness in their movement through the use of light planes that are suspended so as to let them ‘float’. - Fins - Juviga
FLOATING PLANES
LIGHT AND VOLUME
DESIGN EXERCISE PREPARATION OF MOULD: The mould shall be madeusingthermocolandmaskingtapeasasimple frametocreatebricksof200mmX100mmX75mm. Each student shall prepare 2 bricks of the specified sizeusingPlasterofParisand wax as base materials. Materials such as plastic sheets, butter paper, bubblewrapsandotherappropriatematerialsthat do not stick to the POP or wax can be used to create volumes through the brick and later removed. CREATION OFVOLUMES:The additional materials such as plastic and paper are removed when the POP and wax are partly set; ensure that these are removedwithoutdamagingthebasematerialsand therefore it is preferable to carry out this step when the POP/ wax is mildly wet. FINISHING: Additional volumes can be subtracted out to allow light to flow through the bricks; the volumes can be geometric or organic and is left to the students’ discretion. Introduction lecture: Meenakshi Pappu Design brief: Sharmada Nagarajan and Akash Muralidharan
The following exercise is aimed at educating the students on the basics of volumetric analysis in the context of design. The adopted exercise shall attempt to make students understand the properties and attributes of volumes through an extensive study of the relationship of the same with light and shade. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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LIGHT AND VOLUME
LIGHT AND VOLUME
- Aathi Vishwaram
AMALGAMATION
DESIGN EXERCISE Studentsarethereforerequiredtocreatecompositions thatshowcasekandisky’spaintingsthatusegeometric shapes in two dimension to be seen as a plan from one angle and extrude them to represent the same in the third dimension. 3D COMPOSITIONS: Create a 3D model using suggested materials of different textures, that represent the primary elements to create an abstraction of the Kandinsky’s paintings on a base thermocolplaneof1’6”X1’6”.Thefinaloutputhasto becompletelymonochromaticinwhite.Theminimum height for extrusion would be 10 cm. CONCEPT NARRATIVE: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Akash Muralidharan Design brief: Akash Muralidharan & Vidyalakshmi Selvam
The exercise focuses on the use of the three basic elements of design and understanding compositionintoharmonythroughthestudyofworksbyWassilyKandinsky.Thestudents are required to extrude a two dimensional painting into a three dimensional sculpture, imparting a sense of height and mass to it. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Aswathi
AMALGAMATION
- Akhil Hareshkumar
- Chinnambeti Dhedheepya
AMALGAMATION
-Jabin Biju Thomas
- Charulatha
AMALGAMATION
- Tushar Arora
TURRELL
DESIGN EXERCISE Students are required to work with three types of volumes: •straight surfaces (cubes, cuboids) •curved surfaces (cylinders, cones) •angular surfaces (prisms, pyramids) The created volumes shall then be provided with punctures/openingstoallowtheflowoflight,colour, texture and shadows into the volumes as example shownbelowbutnotlimitedtothesevolumes.The exercise will encourage study of light in coloured surfaces. CONCEPT NARRATIVE: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Designbrief:SharmadaNagarajanandVidyalakshmi Selvam
Understandingspacesandtheirinteractionwithlightisthebasicintentionofthisexercise. The apt example therefore, is the philosophy of JamesTurrell’s works: light is the primary and true element of space and design. Light being an important medium that defines space, is the primary focus on this exersice. This experiment explores the various means of articulating volumes or spaces through the use of light, colour, surface texture and shade as a basic design idea, inspired by the works of James Turrell. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Krishna
TURRELL
- Aswathi
- Smeya Shirley Deborah
TURRELL
- Manav Gupta
- Kavya Shri
TURRELL
- Jabin Biju Thomas
- Tanguturi Sri Keshava
- Lalitha Bhai
- Aravind Balaji
PERCEPTION MAPPING
DESIGN EXERCISE 1. Identify a 30m x 30m block in a campus 2. Map existing elements of the selected area 3. Overlay existing map with new interventions DESIGN DELIVERABLES 1. Existing and proposed map in A2 sheets 2. Photographic documentation of all stages 3. Narrative explaining concepts/ ideas Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Designbrief:Vidyalakshmi Selvam and Meenakshi Pappu
The exercise is aimed at developing the creative imagination of students by analysing architecture, culture and environment, and express them through their drawings and sketches.The exercise shall therefore focus on enhancing the students’ability to translate ideas into graphical representations. Students are required to select an area within the campus, study and propose ideas through expressive drawings that are creative and distinctive. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Athira Suresh
PERCEPTION MAPPING
- Aswathi
- Asmita Kothari
PERCEPTION MAPPING
- Aritra Gupta
- Chinnambeti Dhedheepya
PERCEPTION MAPPING
- Smeya Shirley Deborah
FRACTALS
DESIGN EXERCISE 1. Preparation of a basic module using paper cups 2. Deriving a base formula for repetition and fractal development 3. Final fractals model output using fixed modules and formula DESIGN DELIVERABLES 1. Final fractals model as an installation 2. Photographic documentation of all stages 3. Narrative/ sample modules explaining concept/ module/ formula Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Design brief: Sharmada Nagarajan and Akash Muralidharan
The following exercise is aimed at introducing the students to the concept of fractal geometry and it’s application in design through a sequential exercise that involves module formation, formula and repetition using suggested materials/ elements for design development. There are many different possible connections between architecture and fractal geometry, ranging from inspiration to structure, from construction to surface treatment and from applied ornament to algorithmic generator. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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CONVOCATION
The model represents a group of eagles or ‘convocation’. It depicts free-spirit and courage. The module has two parts of triangles joined together, where each triangle has three pentagons joined together. The modules are then joined in a four-sided direction with one facing up and the other facing down, in an alternatefashiontoformanoctagon. In the second rule, the modules are joined in two-sided-four-sided direction to form a hexagon.
Dhedeepya Juviga Rashika Charulatha
FRACTALS
MODULE
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 3
THE DNA STRAND
The basic module consists of six paper cups in square packaging; the modules are repeated in a linear fashion with a mild offset in placement. The overall form is an abstraction of the DNA strand, with a narrow and dynamic form that is suspended to allow a ‘free- fall’. Athira Suresh Bharani Sri Anusree Panicker Varun Menon
FRACTALS
STEP1 1 STEP
STEP2 2 STEP
STEP 3
STEP 3 CUPS FACING UPWARDS HEIGHT DIFFERENCE (WITH COLOUR DIFFERENCE) Height decreases with increase of intensity FRACTALS SECTION CUPS FACING UPWARDS CUPS FACING DOWNWARDS
FINAL MODEL
THE OUROBOROS
Themodulethatwasthefundamental element of this fractal is a rhombus made up of nine cups. The model is named ‘OUROBOROS’, which represents eternal cycle of renewal because it is usually represented by a serpent devouring its own tail to sustain its life to eternity. Manav Gupta Smeya Shirley Deborah Sruthi.K Aritra Gupta
FRACTALS
RULE 1
RULE 2
MODULE
FINAL MODEL
CYGNUS
The fractal has its basic module as a triangle formed using six individual cups. The modules are placed in an inverted fashion on a repetitive basis. The final outcome stands to represent an abstraction of a bird in motion. The fractal is suspended on a light frame to impart a sense of dynamism to the same by allowing it to ‘float’ in air. Aathi Vishwaram. K Alex Thomas Simon Karunakaran. M Brijesh. C.S
FRACTALS
INVERTED MODULE
STEP 2
UPRIGHT MODULE
MODULE
STEP 1
STEP 3
THE NEST
The basic module of the fractal is a triangle with the modules repeating on all directions giving rise to an inhibitive form such as a weaver bird’s nest. The overall form is asymmetric and highly dynamic. The final outcome intends to produce a pod where the individual modules blend into one and become unnoticeable. Kirshna. K.S Yugesh Aravind Balaji Akhil Hareshkumar
FRACTALS
MODULE
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
INVERTED MODULES
STEP 4
UPRIGHT MODULES
FRACTALS
- Manav Gupta
SHEET TO FORM
DESIGN EXERCISE 1. Studying different types of folds 2. Creating sample of 4 forms each using paper 3. Selection of one out of the same and developing into a large scale using mill boards. DESIGN DELIVERABLES 1. Minimum of 4 smaller forms 2. Selected module at larger scale 3. Photo- documentation of the exercise process Selected models will be executed as pleat pods in a large scale as a part of the next exercise. Introduction lecture: Vidyalakshmi Selvam Design brief: Meenakshi Pappu andVidyalakshmi Selvam
The basis of any designed form begins with a simple 2D sheet fold. The intent of this exercise, is to develop the creative process of evolving and designing innovative forms by folding of sheets or paper and to create a useable space designed by folding as a method. Designers fold two-dimensional sheets of material and by this processes of folding, create three-dimensional objects.These objects will perhaps not be origami-like in appearance, or the folding may only be a detail, but most will nevertheless have been folded - wholly or in part - in some way. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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SHEET TO FORM
- Smeya Shirley Deborah
SHEET TO FORM
PLEATPODS
DESIGN EXERCISE Studentsareseparatedintoteamsof8andoneform pergroup,fromthepreviousexerciseisselected.The selected model is further developed into a larger scale structure by each group. The primary material used is plywood. Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Design brief: Meenakshi Pappu andVidyalakshmi Selvam
Since almost all objects are made from sheet materials (Such as fabric, plastic, sheet metal or cardboard), or are fabricated from components used to make sheet forms (such as bricks - a brick wall is a sheet form), folding can be considered one of the most common of all design techniques. Pleat Pod is a competition won by ZILKA Studio for the design and construction of a flexiblemeetingroomtobedeployedinopenplanoffices.Theprototypewilldemonstrate an colourful meeting space that can be folded away when not required so that open plan spaces can be utilised without the interference of permanent space. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Dragon Scales
PLEATPODS DRAGON SCALES
The design is an abstract sculpture that uses simple triangles to create a collapsible structure. It represents the scales of a dragon, adorning the colour palette of fire. This structure can be adopted to create various architectural elements (space frames, canopy, partitions, pavilions, etc.) Manav Gupta Akhil Hareshkumar Aswathi Prachurya Mohanty Ritika Raul Sona Ana Sajan Krithika Shah Vaylina Ray
- The four cups
PLEATPODS THE FOUR CUPS
The structure is a representation of the ‘four cups’ with is a play of planar geometry in 3D. It is one of the best examples of a flexible tructure with a modular property. The colours used are such that the outer surfaces are in black and therefore enhance the red used on the inner surfaces. Anusree Anilkumar Athira Suresh Bharanisri Gujjulava Jabin Biju Thomas Soorya Sunil Smeya Shirley Deborah Sruthi Varun Menon
- Kings
PLEATPODS KINGS
The structure is formed to represent the morphology of a royal crown. It is formed by repeating a single module 6 times, creating an enclosure; the 7th module’s area is left open to allow better understanding of the structure on the inside. A monochromatic theme (blue) is chosen to represent consistency and strength. Aritra Gupta Abhishek Deepak Joshi Alex Thomas Simon Harshaavardhan Krishna Nikhil Nair Preethis Mukunthan Tanguturi Sri Keshava
- The classic cave
PLEATPODS THE CLASSIC CAVE
The structure is a philosophical representation of a cave, expressing tranquility. The colours chosen are black and white, drawing an analogy to the cocnept of‘Yin-Yang’, representing holisitic balance and inner peace. The structure has a spatial aspect to it, and also exhibits an inhibiting property of space. Aathi Vishwaram Aravind Balaji Asmita Kothari Bhuvanesh Juviga Kavya Shri Lalitha Bhai Nishitha Raju
- Musette
PLEATPODS MUSETTE
The design is an abstract sculpture that uses a simple flexible geometry to recreate the fragmented anatomy of a musette. The musette is a wind-based musical instrument that uses compression and expansion to produce musical notes. The colours chosen are such that each smaller plane is highlighted by the contrasting plane adjacent to it. Bharath Kumar Brijesh Charulatha Chinnambeti Dhedeepya Edara Yugesh Karunakaran Tushar Arora Rashika
PLEATPODS
- Smeya Shirley Deborah
GEOMETRIC REFLECTIONS
DESIGN EXERCISE 1. Selection of one platonic and one archimedean solid each. 2.Creatinggeometricpatternsaspuncturestoallow light to pass through 3.Digitaldocumentationofhow the volume works asalanternthroughcreative use of light and shade. DESIGN DELIVERABLES 1. Final geometric solid models 2. Photographic documentation of all stages 3. Narrative/ sample modules explaining relation between the solid and patterns adopted Introduction lecture: Akash Muralidharan and Sharmada Nagarajan Design brief: Sharmada AkashMuralidharan
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This exercise is aimed at introducing the students to Platonic and Archimedean solids; to aid impart a sense of functionality to the same through a product design exercise. The Platonic Solids, discovered by the Pythagoreans but described by Plato (in the Timaeus) and used by him for his theory of the 4 elements, consist of surfaces of a single kind of regular polygon, with identical vertices.The Archimedean Solids, consist of surfaces of more than a single kind of regular polygon, with identical vertices and Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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- Akhil Hareshkumar
GEOMETRIC REFLECTIONS
- Alex Thomas Simon
- Nishitha Raju
GEOMETRIC REFLECTIONS
- Aravind Balaji
- Kavya Shri
GEOMETRIC REFLECTIONS
- Aathi Vishwaram
TANGIBILITY
DESIGN EXERCISE 1. 3D compositions: Create a 3D model using 2 or moreofsuggestedmaterialsofdifferenttextures,that speakoutwiththequality&textureofmaterialsused. Theoutputscanbeinsculpturalformwithatmostcare atthejunctionofdifferentmaterialsused.Students will work in teams of 4 and the final deliverable would be on a base size of 2’ x 2’. 2. Concept narrative: A 500 words write-up on what the 3D composition represents 3. Photo- documentation of the exercise process Introduction lecture: Meenakshi Pappu and Vidyalakshmi Selvam. Design brief: Akash Muralidharan and Sharmada Nagarajan.
This exercise is aimed at introducing the students to the concept of Material textures and their use in bringing out the quality of different forms. Textures create a different experience; they allow more than one sense to be used at once by just“seeing”it. Textures allow viewers see the building as well as imagine how it would feel. Light interaction and material choice put together can create an extraordinary experience of sight and touch at once. Unlearn2017-FoundationdesignstudioVSPARC
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TANGIBILITY
TANGIBILITY
- Achyut Kanvinde - Chinnambeti Dhedeepya
J COMPONENT - I PROJECT INTENT
DESIGN EXERCISE
TointroducethestudentstoIndianarchitectsandtheir contributionstothefieldofArchitecture.Theexercise shallaidinunderstandingtheirdesignphilosophies and educate the students on how designs are executed in the Indian context.
A2500wordsessayontheselectedarchitect;theessaymustgiveabriefintroductionofthearchitect, his/herdesignphilosophies,generaldesignoutlook,examplesoffamousprojectswithphotographs,etc. The major focus should be on the author’s opinion and views about a single specific project by the architectindetail.Studentsmustprovideananalysisofdesignelementswithreferencetothisselected building. Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan
- Serie Architects - Athira Suresh
Design brief: Sharmada Nagarajan and Akash Muralidharan
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J COMPONENT - II PROJECT INTENT
DESIGN EXERCISE
Thefollowingdesignexerciseaimstoexposestudents to the basics of understanding streetscapes in an urbansettlementthroughaseriesofdocumentation processes such as sketching, photography, videography, mapping, etc.
The exercise shall be carried out in two phases: 1. Documentation: Sketches, Photographs, Mind maps,Videos and other presentations formats as necessary; 2.Proposal:Designideas/improvementsintheformofnarratives,articles,conceptualsketches,collages, photo montage, etc. expressing changes in the existing site. Introduction lecture: Prof. Jaffer AA Khan Design brief: Meenakshi Pappu and Sharmada Nagarajan
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J COMPONENT - II
- Continuous juries
STUDIO ACTIVITIES
- Inspiring talks
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- Site visits
STUDIO ACTIVITIES
- Intensive studio works
- Hands on experience with materials
STUDIO ACTIVITIES
- Hands on experience with technique
STUDIO ACTIVITIES
- Final jury
Students: Batch 2017
Athira Suresh
Bhuvanesh P
K S Kirshna
Manav Gupta
Varun V Menon
Alex Thomas Simon
Aswathi A
Akhil Haresh Kumar
Asmita Kothari
Aravind Balaji T
Nikhil Vishnoo Nair
Kavya Shri V
Nishitha Raju
Kritika Shah
Soorya Sunil
Tanguturi Sri Keshava
Anusree Anil kumar Panicker
Prachurya Mohanty
Smeya Shirley Deborah
Abhishek Deepak Joshi
Jabin Biju Thomas
Sruthi K
Tushar Arora
Ritika Raul
Vaylina Ray
Sona Anna Sajan
Chinnambeti Dhedheepya
Charulatha P
R Preethis Mukunthan
Rashika D
BharanisriGujjuluvaRameshBabu
Juviga M
Lalitha Bhai j
Edara Yugesh
Aritra Gupta
Karunakaran M
S Harshaavardhan
Brijesh C S
Bharath Kumar A M
Aathi Vishwaram K
Foundation studio team:
Course Director Prof. Jaffer AA Khan PhD Course faculty Meenakshi Pappu Vidyalakshmi Selvam Artist Bhaskar Jyothi Bhorgohain Studio Support Akash Muralidharan Sharmada Nagarajan
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APPENDIX
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APPENDIX II - J COMPONENT
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Publication edited by Akash Muralidharan and Sharmada Nagarajan
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The Foundation Design Course was achieved through a progressive coursework that began with an introductiontobasicdesignelementssuchasdots,linesandplanes,andcreatingsimpleyetmeaningful compositionsintheformof3Dmodels/sculptures.Designprinciplessuchasrhythm,hierarchy,symmetry and balance were provided as themes to articulate the compositions and provide substantiation. ThesecondstageinvolvedworkingwithabstractionsofexistingworksbyartistssuchasWassilly Kandinsky and James Turrell. ThefinalstageconcentratedonmorecomplicatedconceptssuchasFractals,Archimedean solidsandworksofPaulJackson(Sheettoformenhancement),explorationoftangibilityin design, etc. The studio approach was highly flexible and also involved activities such as streetscapedocumentationandperceptionmapping,wherestudentsconducted heritagewalksaroundthetownofVellore,documentingthestreetscapethrough variousdigitalandmanualmediums,asanattempttounderstandthecultural anthropology and it’s mutual conversation with the architectural character of the settlement. Thestudio’soutcome,asintended,wasaningressintoArchitectural Design,throughapragmatic‘unlearning’process,therebyprovidinga smooth transition into Architecture and Design.
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