Introduction

First part of a vertical design studio sequence. Design adopts an innovative approach and a theoretical position in one of three areas of interest: building design; human and environmental studies; tectonics and computational design; and architecture and urban heritage design. Development of design foundations and theoretical frameworks based on a critical review of works, theories and polemics in architecture, and case studies of buildings, spaces, structures within specific settings. Study of components and drivers of design. Development of a space and functional program. Production of a preliminary schematic design.” - AUC Catalogue, 2019