Design Communication is a module that introduces us design communication skills through proper architecture graphics and also modelling. Students will learn how to express and visualize their ideas and spaces through architecture drawings and modelling.
Project 1
Project 1 is divided into Project 1A and Project 1B. Project 1A required us to use free-hand sketching to record our observation and perception of the two exterior and interior spaces. On the other hand, students are required to produce 4 variations of tonal value sketch of an image they chose in Project 1B. After gone through the first project, which are Project 1A and 1B, I understood the notion of space in architecture form and I learned how to appreciate the space. I was able to use to four basic techniques of rendering, which are hatching, cross hatching, scribbling and stippling to develop my skills in sketching as a mode of communication. Besides, i have learnt how to visualize a space through observation and perception. I have enhanced my skills in creating depth and tone to produce an architecture sketch.
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| Project 1A- Kitchen |
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| Project 1A- Living Room |
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| Project 1A- Queen Victoria Clock Tower |
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| Project 1A- Penang Heritage |
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| Project 1B- Hatching |
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| Project 1B- Cross Hatching |
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| Project 1B- Scribbling |
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| Project 1C-Stippling |
Project 2
There are 3 parts for Project 2, which are Project 2A, 2B and 2C. In Project 2A, we are given a building named Barcelona Pavilion and we are required to produce orthographic drawings: plans, elevations and sections of it. At first, it was quite hard for me to find the information and measurements of the building but after gone through some searching through the internet and also some readings, I managed to find the information and measurements of the building with the help of my friends. In the process of inking this project, I learned that there are different type of lines, different line weights and also the quality of lines. Through Project 2A, I learned the appropriate way to record and to produce architectural information clearly in a manual way. Next, I have learnt to identify and apply architectural symbols and conventions. At the same time, I managed to use back my rendering techniques that I have learnt from Project 1 into this project to show my understanding of lights and tones.
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| Project 2A: Orthographic drawings |
In Project 2B, we are required to produce a sectional axonometric projection of Barcelona Pavilion. First, I referred to my previous project, Project 2A to get the information and measurements I had throughout this project so that I can produce my axonometric drawing. After gone through this project, I understood what is axonometric projection and I learned the appropriate techniques to produce it. Besides that, I learned how to communicate my understanding of architectural details and spatial values in three-dimensional with clarity and accuracy. In this Project 2B, I have also improved my line weights and neatness of lines compared to my Project 2A. Besides, I have known the importance of the layout of a professional presentation board.
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| Project 2B: Axonometric Projection |
Basically, Project 2C required us to produce two perspectives drawing (one-point and two-point perspectives) of Barcelona Pavilion (exterior and interior). For me, I used my orthographic drawings (2D) to translate into this perspectives drawings (3D). It was quite troublesome at first as sometimes i will get confused with the lines but at the end it turned out to be quite easy once we get used to it. I learned about what is picture plane (PP), viewing angle, stationary point (SP) and more. It was very interesting to express spatial ideas and architectural details in the format of one-point and two-point perspectives. Then, I have learnt that planning is very important as I need to consider what views and details I want to capture and show. To enhance my perspectives drawings, I have applied different types of renderings on my perspectives drawings to make it more lively.
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| Project 2C: Perspectives |
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