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2 Concepts

The document discusses key architectural elements including point, line, plane, and volume. It describes different types of lines and how they can represent different feelings. Planes and volumes are defined by their properties. Form transformation and spatial theories are also covered.

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MODULE 1

Definition of Architecture
Essence of Architecture
Architectural Systems
Concepts in Architecture
Elements of Design
Form Transformation
Spatial Theories
ELEMENTS
OF
DESIGN
ELEMENTS
OF
DESIGN
POINT
Primary element in the vocabulary
of form
Marks a position in space
No length, width of depth --- static,
centralized, directionless
POINT
Serves to mark:
The two ends of a line
The intersection of two lines
The meeting of lines at the corner of
a plane or volume
The center of a field
POINT
POINT
A point extended
Properties: Length, Direction,
Position
LINE
A critical element in the formation of any
visual construction

Serves to:
Join / link / support / surround /
intersect other visual elements
Describe the edges of and give shape
to planes
Articulate the surface of planes
LINE
Types
Vertical Represents dignity, formality, stability,
and strength
Vertical Lines

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The vertical characteristics represent dignity, formality,


stability, and strength.
LINE
Types
Vertical Represents dignity, formality, stability,
and strength
Horizontal Represents calm, peace, and
relaxation
Horizontal Lines
calm, peace, and relaxation.
Horizontal Lines
calm, peace, and relaxation.

Frank Lloyd Wright


was well know for
using horizontal lines
in many of his designs.
LINE
Types
Vertical Represents dignity, formality, stability,
and strength
Horizontal Represents calm, peace, and
relaxation
Diagonal Represents action, activity, excitement,
and movement
Diagonal Lines Sense of movement, action,
and activity.
LINE
Types
Vertical Represents dignity, formality, stability,
and strength
Horizontal Represents calm, peace, and
relaxation
Diagonal Represents action, activity, excitement,
and movement
Curved Represents freedom, the natural, having
the appearance of softness, and creates a soothing
feeling or mood
Curved Lines

More natural than


angular lines and
give the sense of
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freedom and
soothing mood.
PLANE
A line extended
Has length and width, no depth
Properties:
Shape primary identifying
characteristic, determined by the contour
of the line forming edges of the plane

Supplementary properties: color, pattern,


texture --- affects visual weight and
stability
THREE GENERIC TYPES OF PLANES
overhead
Wall
Base
VOLUME
A plane extended
Form primary identifying characteristic
of a volume. Established by the shapes
and interrelationships of the planes that
describe the boundaries of volume.
Properties:
Length, width, depth
Form and space
Surface
Orientation
Position
VOLUME
Consists of:
Points or vertices where several planes
come together
Lines or edges where two planes meet
Planes of surfaces which define the
limits or boundaries of volume
VOLUME
Consists of:
Points or vertices where several planes
come together
Lines or edges where two planes meet
Planes of surfaces which define the
limits or boundaries of volume

Can be:
SOLID space displaces by Mass
VOID space contained or enclosed by
planes
FORM
SHAPE
POINT SIZE
LINE COLOR
PLANE TEXTURE
VOLUME POSITION
ORIENTATION
VISUAL INERTIA
FORM
TRANSFORMATION
Dimensional Transformation

form can be transformed by altering one or


more of its dimensions and still retain its
identity as a member of a family of forms.
A cube, for example, can be transformed into
similar prismatic forms through discrete
changes in height, length or width.
Subtractive Transformation

A form can be transformed by subtracting a portion


of its volume.
Depending on the extent of the subtractive process,
the form can still retain its initial identity or be
transformed into a form of another family.
Additive Transformation

A form can be transformed by the addition of


elements to its volume.
The nature of the additive process and the number
and relative sizes of the elements being attached
determine whether the identity of the initial form is
altered or retained.
SPATIAL THEORIES
Anthropocentrism
The human being
is the most
important entity in
the universe.

The world is
perceived
according to the
values and
experiences of the
human being.
Anthropomorphism

Human qualities
are associated
with non-human
entities/ events.
Qualities such as
form, values and
emotions.
Anthropometrics

Study of
measurements of
the human body
Ergonomics
An applied science
concerned with the
of characteristics of
people that need to
be considered in
the design of
devices and systems
in order that people
and things will
interact effectively
and safely.
Proxemics

The study of the symbolic and communicative role of


the spatial separation individuals maintain in various
social and interpersonal situations, and how the nature
and degree of this spatial arrangement relates to
environmental and cultural factors.
Proxemics

Examines nonverbal communication


differences via a cultures most
fundamental elements which are space
and distance
Spatial illusions through:

Changes in levels
Bringing outside in
Borrowing views
Use of glass and light materials
Multiplicity of functions
Two-dimensional treatments
Use of color

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