Architectural Techniques

Introduction
The subject extends on myriad of architectural techniques. Emphasis is given to analysis of design through methods of modeling and analysis/interpretation & diagramming as a way of visual communication. It will enhance the analytical skills and presentation skills of students in the architectural design modules.


Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this project, students will be able to explore multidisciplinary modes of expression and philosophies that relate to the conception of architectural design

Task & Submission
Project 1: 
The aim of project 1 is to research and establish an understanding of a theme, which I've chose 'Slot Canyon' as a tool to modify the narrative and spatial re-modelling for project 2. Analysis is produced using architectural elements including Light&Shadow, Texture, Spatial Form etc. 

Deconstruction of Slot Canyon

Project 2: 
Aqua Tower by Studio Gang is chosen as my case study .The architectural philosophy and design precepts of Aqua Tower is being deconstructed using diagrams.

Deconstruction of Aqua Tower

Project 3: 
Based on the respective analysis carried out on 'Slot Canyon' in project 1 and 'Aqua Tower' in project 2, I then produce a conceptual model which conveys an interpretation of the building a creative and communicative manner.

Reconstruction _ Integration Slot Canyon/Aqua Tower

Project 1+2+3, roll presentation board :

Roll Presentation

Reflection
Throughout the module, I've expanded my design parameter and skills in deconstruct+reconstruct in a critical manner. Besides, I also gain a lot of knowledge and know many other architectures that mentioned in class which is really eye-opening. 

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Architectural Design Studio 5

Community Library of Sentul, Jalan Haji Salleh

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Project _ Lighting & Acoustic Performance Evaluation and Design

Introduction

In project 1, student in a group of 6/7 people to evaluate their environment in terms of lighting and acoustics performances. Each group is required to choose a case study from the list of buildings provided. Prepare a measured drawing with appropriate scale of your case study. Show all the necessary features which effect on the lighting and acoustics conditions of your case study.

They should carry out an appraisal of day-lighting artificial lighting, noise and sound condition(quality and quantity) in the selected case study. Their identification of adequacy of the quantity of light and sound/noise for the case study needed to be carried out objectively

Inproject 2,  individual student is required to incorporate 1A2 for Lighting Integrated Design and 1A2 for Acoustics Integrated Design boards and submit in a clear folder (front/back). Within your building design, you are required to identify spaces which require artificial lighting and day-lighting and for your acoustic you are required to identify spaces to integrate your external noises and internal noises. Integration must be solution based and you are advised to incorporate visuals, diagrams and renderings using Ecotect or any other environmental design analysis tools in your presentation board(s). Calculations to resolve your design integrations solutions must be attached in A4 and submitted together.

Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this assignment, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Produce site analysis which document, interpret and analyze the site context in relation to lighting and acoustics.
• Identify and analyze functional needs through case studies to inform of lighting and acoustics.

Tasks
Project 1: Students in group are to produce 2 board and report showing analysis on Lighting and Acoustic of the building chosen.

Project 2: Student individually are to produce 2 board and report showing analysis on Lighting and Acoustic of the space from their Design Studio IV (Community Library)


Submission
Project 1
Building Selected:Cat-In-The-Box Cafe
Group Members: Cheong Siew Ying, Chia Wee Min, Wong Voon Yin, Teoh Hui Yu

Report:

https://issuu.com/eelyncheong0/docs/bsc_project_1__report/1?e=25672109/37264242



Analysis Board:

Project 2

Analysis Board:

Report:






Reflection

Throughout the project, I able to work as a group as well as individually to produce a complete documentation on analysis of Acoustic and Lighting of a space. I am now well understanding of performance of lighting and acoustic through the calculation and able to determine the quality of lighting/acoustic performance of one place.

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Theories of Architecture and Urbanism

Introduction
The subject offers a thematic inquiry into architectural and urban theory in the broader context of philosophical schools of thought and cultural and social conditions, which include modernism, postmodernism, phenomenology, semiotics, post-structuralism, deconstruction and critical regionalism. These themes will guide the organization of weekly lecture and discussions, which will proceed from the establishment of a basic theoretical apparatus to the examination of specific cases. These will supply us with tools for the analysis of specific architectural situations. Students will develop a written synopsis of a designated reading, and an in-depth and analytical research paper on the designated topic.

Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this assignment, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Describe the theoretical issues related to design through study of architecture and urbanism and its related studies
• Relate architectural theories to contemporary architecture and urban forms

Tasks

• 4 sypnosis paper on architectural theories
• Identify 5 Lynch's Elemtns
• Cognitive Map

SubmissionSubsequent to each thematic lecture, students are required to submit a synopsis in the form of reaction paper. Its aim is for the students to read a selected reading in relation to the theme that has been discussed in class for the week and submit a reaction paper of the text. There will be a total of 4 synopses

Sypnosis:

Cognitive Map:
tudents are required to present an in-depth and analytical research study on the designated topic. Students are to explore the image of a city based on Kevin Lynch’s most famous work, The Image of the City (1960). The project consisted of 2 parts; the first is to identify Lynch’s 5 elements; path, edges, districts, nodes and landmarks within a selected city and the second part is to produce an essay with a cognitive map of the city.




Reflection

This module guide me into the shape and experience of city form and I have a better understanding of the complexity of architecture within a city. It is really helpful for me to apply the theory together with my thoughts, to form a better city in the future. 

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Community Service Initiative (CSI)

Introduction

Community Service tend to let the students step out of their comfort zone to bring about positive change in our society. The module is great avenue for us to be a change-maker.

Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this project, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

•  Develop citizenship and global perspectives

• Develop thinking and problem solving skills through hands-on community works

• Develop social, communication and interpersonal skills by meeting and working with people of differebt community background and challenge

Tasks

Fund Raising for Persatuan Penjagaan Kanak-kanak Cacar Klang (PPKCK)

Project: (a) Charity Bazaar ; (b) 'Art for All' Exhibition
Date: (a) 1st May 2016; (b) 30 May 2016
Venue: (a) PPKCK Centre at Jalan Rajah; (b) Taylor's University
Group: Chin Jovi, Evon Low, Ronn Chua, Edwin Ho, Princess Deliva, May Koay, Rico Lim, Hiew Eyang, Ellie Ng


1st May, Charity Bazaar PPKCKThe task distributed for me is to produce the Key Chain for our fund raising charity drive. Edwin and I start design the key chain. We looking for different design and searching for the best way which the key chain got to have meaning and awareness yet it does attract people to buy it. Finally, we decide to design it according to what the NGO need. We design in categories of Food, Health, Education and Lifestyle which is needed by the kanak-kanak cacat, from the community.

Days before the Bazaar, I start assembling and packaging. Assisted by Edwin Ho, Evon and Lim Liern, I get my task done very fast and effectively.
Early in the Bazaar day, I drive the other 3 mates all the way from Subang to Klang. When we reach there, we help to set up our booth rather than the organizer help us so that we can reduce their work loads.

We try our best to promote the product/awareness and finally we do achieve a high, satisfies goal of RM3100 from our merchandises booth and RM 1862 from our food and beverage booth.


30th May, 'Art for All' Exhibition
Early in the morning, I help Jovi to print the receipt board which have to pass to the organizer of PPKCK. After that, I go our booth in Taylor's University, block B level 2 to set up out booth.

We promote the awareness within our community is also important. We try to explain to others when they come and visit the exhibition. It's a cool experience.


Submission
Video: Community Service Initiative of PPKCK Fund Raising

Appendix

Reflection

Through out the Charity Bazaar in Kland and 'Art for All' Exhibition in our campus, Taylor's University, we successfully end the fund raising. We have proven that, with our engagement with PPKCK within this society. 

We duel with different community from sponsorship to public, within our campus and over the citizen community in Klang, we have tried our best of the best to spread the awareness of caring and love in order to build a healthy society.

In this project, my mainly task distributed is to be in charge of key chain from > Looking for suppliers > Products Assembling > Promote and Sell. It is a cool experience and I learn to communicate with supplier to get my good in a way which I also promote the awareness to them.

We are blessed and complete this module meaningfully and successfully with the help our our tutors as well as the organizer and every sponsors (including Oriental Grace Travel Sdn Bhd, 2001 Enterprise, WE Enterprise, Mr Yong Chun Cheng, Low's Family and Wounds Apparel)

'We rise by lifting others' - Rpver Ingersoll 

We make the healthy environment of others in order to stay within in for ourselves

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Internship & Training Report

Introduction
This module is aimed introducing students to the requirements, activities and operations involved in working in architectural practices. The purpose is to facilitate the involvement of students in professional attachments to architectural practices in order to develop an understanding of the general nature, principles and procedure of law and legislation as applied to architectural drawings, especially the Building by-laws. Students will also be exposed to the process of authority submission for various drawings from an architectural practice and the range of contract documentation produced to support these drawings.

Via a full-time internship attachment, students will further appreciate the documentation and report-writing skills required of an employee (architectural assistant/architect) in a typical architect's firm.

Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this assignment, students will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Recognize and recall authorities' procedures and requirements with regards Planning Submission and/or Building Submission drawings.
• Appreciate the requirements of a complete set of Planning and/or Building Submission drawings and the need for compliance with the relevant by-laws.
• Appreciate a typical written specification in support of a set of working drawings
• Produce a typical Client-Consultant Meeting (CCM) minutes
• Work successfully in small teams for the success of medium-sized projects
• Appreciate the resource planning issues that take place in a typical architect's practice
• Produce a complete logbook documenting experience in a typical architect's practice
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Submission

Report

Arc2615 report file chua changyeong0314044

 Internship Log Sheets: 

Arc2615 log sheets file chua changyeong0314044

Testimonial: 

Arc2615 testimonial chua changyeong0314044

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