TASK
- Contextual Architecture Study (30%)
You are to identify a building in Asia which you intent to investigate through observation and readings on contemporary Contextual Architecture practices and issues in Asia.
Based on the selected building, you need to conduct literature review on its vernacular architecture reference attributes such as culture, construction, structure, layout, & etc.
You need to show findings of the above in the form of a printed A2 presentation visual, with appropriate visual communication design and clarity of information.
- Case Study Paper (50%)
Using the same building, you need to identify the specific topic/ issues/significance of study and then define specific scope of study.
Using the selected building, you are required to generate a good research title that reflects the research intention and specific scope of study, within the framework of Contextual Architecture and significance of study.
LEARNING OUTCOME
- To integrate architectural design and research through a specific case study, supporting students’ design through extensive research within the framework of sustainability design in Asia.
- To introduce students to activities which culminate in the production of the study; collection, indexing and evaluation of information; analysis of information; compilation and organization of study; writing of study; assembly of illustration and text; design of layout; binding and presentation.
REFLECTION
The understanding of contextual and vernacular architecture brings a brighter and better knowledge upon me and my contribution as a citizen of Malaysia. Sustainable and cultural references are indeed extremely important in architecture that brings out the core of our identity in our design. To exile in our contemporary design needs, vernacular and contextual knowledge will promise a safe and secure future in our developing land and beyond.
