Studio( final project)

Project 2b: Retreat House @ Cape Rachado, Port Dickson

Individually, we are require to further develop project 2a into a retreat house at Cape Rachado, Port Dickson. The retreat house must function as habitable architectural spaces to enable the activity associated with living, dining, showering, cooking, storage and such within the built up space of 150 meter square.  For me, my client is a retired yogi  and I decided to build a retreat house for him to rest, relax. 

Reflection

From this project, I learn to design a retreat house which incorporates with the requirements of a specific client. I learn to create space, form and function of the retreat house which adapts to the site context. Besides, I interpret and analyse client’s character and needs and respect site context that balances both internal and external. I had done lots of progress models and sketches in order to create an ideal retreat house for my client. 

Studio2(Project 2a)

Project2a (Introduction to Site Analysis + Observation Deck @ Cape Rachado)

In groups, we need to conduct site analysis of the site plan, existing structure, landscape, climatic studies, circulation pattern, views and vistas, activities and SWOT of Cape Rachado, Port Dickson and case studies of Grand Canyon Skywalk, Arizona and Pinohuacho observation deck, Chile. Individually, we need to produce 5 sketches of the site. In group of 2, we are to design an Observation Deck (with a maximum volume of 30 meter cube) for the purpose of observing the views. We need to produce site analysis, series of 2D diagrams, detail drawings and models.

Site Analysis :

Final Model

Observation deck

Reflection

From this project, my team mate, Toh Kean Hou and I decided to design an observation deck which can integrate user's visual and sensory with the nature. We had lots of brainstorming sessions and generated ideas by doing many progress models. Upon completing this project, I am able to generate structure, form and space through architectural conceptualisation, with the emphasis on exploring the user requirement and simple spatial organizations skills, as well as site responding to develop an architectural proposition. 

Studio2 (Project 1)

Project 1(Famous People, Familiar Faces, Diagrammatic Abstraction)

Barcelona Pavilion  

Reflection

From this project, I get to know more about basic architectural compositions of solids, planes, lines and frames. I also learn to do analysis of architectural work of selected architect by using different diagrams and diagrammatic models. As a group, we did lots of research and findings and helped each other in order to accomplish this assignment. 

Culture and history

Project 2 (Web Book)

In this project, in group of 4, we need to conduct a research and architectural analysis on a selected building. The group may also choose their own modern buildings around Kuala Lumpur. For my group, we choose AS-SYAKIRIN MOSQUE (KLCC MOSQUE) we had done lots of research about it. Individually, we have to select one topic which are site context, architectural layout of building, architecture style, building construction, structure & materials and architectural elements or components and do analysis on the topic chosen. For me, my topic is architecture elements or components analysis. 

Reflection

From this project, I get to know the principle, ideas and contributing factors of Modern Architecture in Kuala Lumpur and able to analyse and identify specific architectural features of Modern Architecture inKuala Lumpur. Besides, I am able to compile my information in the form of writings, diagrams, sketches and drawings. 

Culture and history 2

Project 1 (Research Timeline Analysis)

In a group of 4, we are required to produce an A3 sized illustrative chronology poster of Modern Malaysian Architecture which interprets the Modern Malaysian Architectural language and architecture influences to the architectural development of Malaysia in particular. For our group, we need to do research on Modern Malaysia Architectural Chronology of South East Kuala Lumpur and produce an A3 timeline analysis poster.

Reflection

From this project, I learn to analyzed ,discuss and communication between group-mates the relationship of the Modern Architecture of Malaysia with social, cultural, environmental and intellectual context of Malaysian architecture post Merdeka. I also get to
differentiate the way in which many varied factors contribute to the development of Modern Malaysian Architecture. Besides, I learn to produce, illustratively, orally and in text, a critical chronology analysis interpretation of Modern Malaysian architecture.

ESD Assignment

Short Environment Film

In this project, we are required to use the medium of film, and in two minutes or less, leading people into the aspirations of the green to goIn this project, we are required to use the medium of film, and in two minutes or less, leading people into the aspirations of the green to go

Please do check it out our group video below this youtube link

https://youtu.be/6HFjTEcgec8

Reflection

From this project, I get to know the importance of paper and I realise that 3R is the best solution to save the paper and also our mother Earth. Besides, I  recognized the effect of growth on the environment and explore the concept of environmental and ecological sustainability. As an architect, I have the responsibility and role towards environment and society.  

Building construction 1

Project 1(Experiencing Construction-Experiencing, documenting and analysing the construction process)

Our task was to select an ongoing construction site which visibly demonstrates most of the subject topics covered in the syllabus. The selected sites should be medium rise or low rise buildings eg. bungalow, terrace houses or maximum 4-storey building.

 

The part that i get to involved is analysis the foundation of site and types of foundation been using and found in our site. Therefore during the whole process of this project my foundation knowledge had increase.  

Building construction Assignment 2

Project 2(Construction details and specification)

This project is a continuation of the first project - an integrated project where it involves construction detailing solution for Project 2b in Architecture Studio 2. This project is designed to allow the demonstration of knowledge and understanding of construction and application from prior project. Emphasis in producing related manual construction drawing for STEEL and/or TIMBER detail and specification.

We are required to show at least 3 architectural detailings which includes the roof, any superstructure and the joints/connection that exists for the structural elements. The details have to be interesting and suited for each of our own design.

Reflection 

Critical success of any design project relies on a designer’s ability to address issues of appropriate methods of construction, integration of structure and the selection of materials whilst addressing the many other complex issues that are part of the design process.