Final Model

Upon completing the SketchUp model, I used it to bring the design to life through a physical model. I constructed a real-life version of the building that was placed within a landscape that accommodates the site location.

From a Birdseye perspective, I was able to keep the general shape the same as the sketch-up model. I reduced the number of pillars for the top floor's roof as a way of simplifying the design. There is also a reduced amount of metal cylinders attached around the walls to further simplify the design which helps make the building more modern and suit the surrounding space a lot easier. In addition to this, it minimizes unnecessary complexities and enhances the overall usability of the space.

I feel I was successful in creating a very similar physical model to my sketch-up creation. Although I did simplify many aspects of the final design, a lot was kept the same and I was able to translate the colour scheme well since the colours do not clash with one another. For example, the black windows complement the black material used to outline the green spaces on the building. However, the final physical model could have used a little more detail regarding railings and bushes which I did not include yet was seen in the sketch-up.

The landscape I had placed the model in was specifically kept simple and modest, so it didn't overwhelm the main building. I feel that the small amount of greenery was an efficient addition that gave the entire space the aspect of nature it required. The small seating spaces were also another addition not found in the sketch-up model.

The incorporation of metal wiring has greatly enhanced the design space, elevating its visual impact and functionality. The metal arc helped connect the two isolated seating spaces which connects the general area together. The use of metal for the arc also goes well with the metal rods that are used in the main building.

An interesting quality of this building is its ability to offer different variations when viewed from various angles. The dynamic placement of elements like windows, greenery, and pillars, without a set pattern, creates a visually captivating design that also holds inspiration from the assemblage theme that was researched.

A small alteration I made to the physical model, not present in the sketch-up design, was the positioning of the glass cuboid attachments. I chose to remove the pillars connecting them to the surfaces, opting instead for a freestanding arrangement. This decision made a more captivating silhouette for the building.

The perspective drawings on the left and right showcase the building's contrasting sides, adding dynamic visual appeal and reducing repetition in the overall design.