DUNESIDE CLIMATE CENTRE
02.1 a p p r o a c h . process
PROBLEM STATEMENT (PROBLEM)
PRELIMINARY
GATHERING KNOWLEDGE (ANALYSIS)
THE
INTEGRATED
DESIGN
FINAL DESIGN (PRESENTATION)
TOOLS
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methodologies
“A methodology is a defined, structured set of processes, procedures and techniques on “how” to get the work accomplished within the frame of the decline or domain. Methodologies most often include a set of specific practices for diagramming notation and documenting the results of the procedure for communicating the work; systematic approach for carrying out the procedure for doing the work; and an objective quantified set of criteria for validating the work.” (IasaGlobal, n.d., para 2.)
PROCESS
Throughout the studies at Aalborg University, the Integrated Design Process (IDP) has been favored over other methods due to its adaptability to incorporate different fields of architecture such as engineering and sustainability from the beginning of the design process, enabling a more holistic end design. It facilitates a focus on design, construction, building operations and occupancy through five phases: problem, analysis, sketching, synthesis and presentation. The IDP is presented as an iterative approach, where various tools in different phases provide a greater insight into the project (Hansen and Knudstup, 2004). For this thesis, the IDP will serve as an instrumental map for the design process, which can be seen on pages 32-33.
METHODS
A systematic understanding of the importance of all the aspects; social, cultural, functional and technical, are vital in attaining a balanced depth in the design. Therefore, a fundamental understanding of the importance and role of each tool, and their relation to one another is useful and is presented on the following pages. Tools, such as research articles, photography and mapping, are used to gather relevant knowledge, especially in, but not limited to, the early phases of the project. They provide information from both architectural and technical fields and can set a base for the project. In order to validate choices throughout the design process, simulation
CONCEPT EVOLUTION (SKETCHING)
FURTHER DEVELOPMENT (SYNTHESIS)
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Designing in architecture is a complex process, and therefore having a structured set of processes, procedures and techniques is beneficial in allowing one to make justified judgements and reflect and discuss upon constructed design decisions, addressing sustainable, social or contextual circumstances.
tools can be used for in-depth analyses. The selection of tools for such studies is widely distributed and all aspects of the project can be analysed. The limitations of the tools lie in their ability to keep up with newest research and trends, and the fact that there is one tool for each analysis. In extension, several tools for sketching and presentation can communicate the project but adds another layer of tools used. Much time is spent on adding the same model data to numerous programs, and the design process could benefit from being able to make all analyses based on just one model.
FIG. 10- Integrated design process diagram
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METHODOLOGY
METHODOLOGY
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