Basic Design Studio II

Catalog description

Continuation of ARCH 131 which further explores basic concepts, methods, and skills of architectural design with an emphasis on craftsmanship. ARCH 132 Basic Design Studio II (4)This course is a continuation of ARCH 131 and shares the same goals, methods, and means of evaluation. However, it builds upon the foundation of fundamental knowledge and skills delivered in the previous course and demands that the students expand their ability to tackle more difficult and complex problems of architectural design. The focus of this course is on "craftsmanship" and the methods and techniques of "making and building." Students are expected to thoroughly consider the implications of materials, construction, and detailing as they relate to their overall design intentions. ARCH 132 is an intensive course that encourages creativity and industry on the part of the students. Its design projects are open-ended; there are no single "right answers." It demands energy, creativity, the willingness to take risks, and introspection. Each student is expected to be open to a diverse range of ideas, values and solutions. The student is invited to view the studio experience as an opportunity to explore, discover, and invent. The studio is divided into separate sections, each led by one studio instructor. Each section instructor will establish particular and unique assignments, and criteria for each project. This introduces students to the rich variety of possibilities in architectural communication and design. When assessing the student work, the instructors will consider the students performance in the following areas: 1. Conceptual Strength: The intentions and ideas that inspire the work. 2. Design Development: The energy, effort, and growth demonstrated throughout the course of the project. 3. Product: The tangible quality of the final product as a demonstration of the student's level of craftsmanship and mastery of the skills introduced in class. 4. Student Preparedness: At desk critiques, pin-ups, and review. 5. Student Participation: Students are expected to actively participate and be constructively engaged in class discussions, critiques, and reviews.