DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURE

CENTRE FOR DIPLOMA STUDIES, SPACE UTMKL

Semester 2, 2016/17

Course
Time
Lecturer

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DDWR 1126 Fundamental Design 2

Tuesday & Friday (9am-1pm, 2pm-5pm)
Kamarul Ariffin Abd Kadir
Khairul Izdihar Abdul Basir

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1.0

STUDIO THEME: SYMBIOTIC

Symbiosis is defined as an interaction between two different organisms living in close physical
association, usually to the advantage of both. Symbiosis creates a dynamic relationship
between two elements while allowing them to remain in opposition. An example of this idea is
the veranda. A veranda is an intermediary zone between the garden or the street and the
house. Through opposing forces, the spaces are linked in symbiosis. By placing an intermediary
space between two opposing spaces and a neutral zone linking public and private spaces,
ambiguity and ambivalence are introduced and a rich and suggestive architecture is created.
The physical cooperation with the natural environment is necessary to humankind's survival;
while the symbolic relationship represents a consciousness of our biological place in the
universe.
In this semester students, will understanding what is architecture. Architecture consists of
various elements and components and one of it is space. Students will explore the making of
spaces and its meaning in architecture and experiment simply a very small architecture which
allow users to experience more with less.
There are three (4) phases all together for this semester.
The first phase is a group project which have two tasks; one is a symbiotic morphing
structure and two is to design a marble run structure THE JOURNEY.
Second phase is a short individual exercise on space modulation THE ONEPAX STRUCTURE
Phase three is the major project. It is appropriate at this level of studio design to introduce
student to design a timber living unit for four (4) peoples THE TIMBER HOMESTAY.
Phase four is a short 1:1 hands-on project THE ARKIOSK

2.0

GROUPING
Why a collaborative learning is important? People often get stuck in their own unique ways of
thinking; listening to another person's ideas helps them to broaden their horizons so when it
comes to solving a problem, the other group members may be able to think of things that the
one individual may not have on his/her own.

3.0

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the course, students for DDWR 1126 should be able to:
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3

Apply fundamental architectural knowledge, basic design element & composition [PO1]
Practice simple hands on design skills [PO2]
Construct simple problem solving skill in arriving design synthesis [PO3]

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CLO4

Display communication of design ideas verbally and visually using appropriate graphical
presentation [PO4]
Demonstrate capability to design small buildings with respect to theory & philosophy
and environmental issues [PLO5, PLO8]

CLO5

4.0 OBJECTIVES
1.
2.
3.
4.

5.
6.

5.0

To understand effective space planning in responds to contextual design.

To explore different approaches in design methodology inspired by nature and
precedence of influential architects.
To comprehend space design following anthropometric standards.
To design and construct a small timber dwelling with appropriate spatial and functional
relationship that responsive and sensitive towards architectural theories, social
issues, contextual site planning and environmental sustainability
To display conventional architectural communication skills verbally and visually.
To perform good attitude and ethics during individual and group works throughout the
semester.

SUMMARY OF STUDIO PROGRAMME

The overall studio program for this semester is divided into five (5) stages as follows:-

P1A
P1B

Morphing Structure - Grouping

The Journey A Marble Run Structure - Grouping

Week(s)
1.0
2.0

Percentage
05%
10%

P2

A Structure for One Person - Individual

2.0

15%

P3A
P3B
P4

Site Inventory + Site Models - Grouping

Homestay for Four - Individual
1:1 Arkiosk - Grouping

2.0
5.0
2.0

10%
40%
10%

Attendance
Studio Master Report

P1A
P1B
P2
P3A
P3B
P4
STUDIO
MASTER
ATTENDANCE

W2

W3

W4

W5

W6

W7

W8

SEMESTER BREAK

W1

05%
05%
100%
W9

W10

W11

W12

W13

W14 %
05
10
15
10
40
10
05
05

P1A Morphing

P1B The Journey

P2 A Structure for
One Person

P3A Site Inventory

P3B Timber Homestay

for Four
P4 1:1 Arkiosk

CLO1
CLO2
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO1
CLO4
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5
CLO1
CLO2

PO9: Leadership

PO8: Ethics

PO7: Entrepreneurship

PO6: Life-long
Learning

Mark
s%

PO5: Team Working

Course
Learning
Outcome

PO4: Communication
Skill

Projects

PO3: Critical Thinking

& Problem Solving

Program
Learning
Outcome

PO2: Technical Skill

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PO1: Knowledge

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Project Matrix CO PO
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STUDIO RULES AND REGULATIONS

The studio is structured with the expectation that all students MUST attend all the studio
meetings, as clearly spelled out in the university policy on academic ethics. During this time,
studio presentations, individual criticisms, group reviews and discussions are held.
Apart from the scheduled design studio sessions, each student is expected to work in the studio
in order to available for informal consultation with lecturers and benefit from peer learning
through interaction with fellow students. It is common knowledge that students that work at
home perform poorly.
Late work will not be accepted unless it qualified with an official reason. All
assignments/exercises are to be submitted on due date and time as indicated; failing which
appropriate penalty will be applied accordingly (maximum grade is C).
Severe incompleteness will lead to down grading of individual assignments based upon the degree
of incompleteness or will be regard as incomplete submission (to refer to submission
requirements) (maximum grade is C. Non-submission is considered fail (grade E).

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Group assignments must show individual contributions, and marks will be allocated on pro-rata
basis.
If a student fail a major design project (50% and above) he/she will be deemed to fail the
course.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Wk 1

Tue 8/11

Wk 2

Fri 11/11
Tue 15/11

Wk 3
Wk 4

Wk 5
Wk 6

Wk 7

Wk 8
Wk 9
Wk 10
Wk 11
Wk 12
Wk 13

Wk 14

Fri
Tue
Fri
Tue

18/11
22/11
25/11
29/11

Fri
Tue
Fri
Tue

2/12
6/12
9/12
13/12

Fri 16/12
Tue 20/12
Fri 23/12
26/12/16 2/1/17
Tue 3/1
Fri 6/1
Tue 10/1
Fri 13/1
Tue 17/1
Fri 20/1
Tue 24/1
Fri 27/1
Tue 31/1
Fri 3/2
Tue 7/2
Fri 10/2
Tue 14/2
Fri 17/2

Introduction to Design Studio

Introduction to P1A
P1A Interim Submission
Introduction to P1B

P1A & P1B Submission, Presentation & Assessment

Introduction to P2

P2 Submission, Presentation & Assessment

Introduction to P3A & P3B

P3A Submission, Presentation & Assessment

P3B Individual Site Analysis and Concept
SEM BREAK
P3B Open Crit 1 Concepts, All Plans, 2 Elevs, 2 Sects + Mockup Model.

P3B Open Crit 2 Upgraded Concepts, All Plans, 2 Elevs, 4 Sects + Mockup Models.

P3B Open Crit 3 Must Complete All Drawings + Mockup Models.

P3B Submission Preparation
P3B Final Submission (Drawings & Models)
P3B Presentation & Assessment
Introduction to P4

P4 Submission, Presentation & Assessment

STUDY WEEK (18 26 Feb 2017 - 1 week)
FINAL EXAM (27 Feb 17 March 2016 - 3 weeks)

*note: 1. Last day of all projects submission (upgrading) 18th Feb 2017
2. Portfolio Review - 15th & 16th March 2017

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REFERENCES
1. Ching, F. D. K. (2007). Architecture Form Space and Order. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
2. Ching, F.D.K. (2009) Architecture Graphics (5th Ed.). Hoboken: John Wiley.
3. Littlefield, D. (2008) Metric Handbook: Planning and Design Data (3rd Ed.). Great Britain:
Architectural Press.
4. Edward, T.W. (1975) Site Analysis: Diagramming information for Architectural Design.
Architectural Media.
5. Bielefeld, B. dan El Khouli, S. (2007). Basic Design Ideas. Basel, Birkhauser.
6. Winters, N.B. (2005) Architecture Is Elementary Visual Thinking Through Architectural
Concepts. Utah: Gibbs Smith, Publisher.
7. Unwin, Simon. (2012) Exercises In Architecture Learning To Think As An Architect. Routledge
8. Farelly, Lorraine (2009). Basic Architecture 02: Construction + Materiality, AVA Publishing SA,
Swizzerland.
9. Francis D. K. Ching (2008). 4th edition Building Construction Illustrated, Wiley Publication.
10. Bentley, Ian et. al. (1985). Responsive Environments-Manual for Designers. Routledge
11. http://inhabitat.com/
(Note: The list serves only as a basic guideline. References may differ from a case study to
another.)

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PROJECT 1A:

1.0

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.

2.0

MORPHING STRUCTURE
Duration
: 1 Week (5%) Group of Two Students
Issue
: 08th November, 2016
Submission
: 15th November, 2016

To introduce a teamwork project.

To practice simple design exploration and hands on project.

TASK
This is an esquisse group of two students project. Students are to select one elevation drawing
from their previous daily thing object to begin with.
(Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

3.0

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0
2.0

4.0

Series of documented pen morphing process on A3 size tracing papers.

1:1 Model using only wire and tie cables.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
DRAWING
40%

MODEL
40%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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PROJECT 1B:

1.0

A MARBLE RUN STRUCTURE

: 2 Weeks (10%) Group of Two Students
: 15th November, 2016
: 29th November, 2016

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.

2.0

THE JOURNEY
Duration
Issue
Submission

Apply fundamental architectural knowledge, basic design element & composition

To practice simple design exploration and hands on project.

TASK
This is a group of two students project. Students are to choose one classical music as inspiration
for the marble run.
(Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

4.0

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0
2.0

4.0

1 x A1 presentation drawing.
1:1 model using wire and tie cables as the main materials.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
IDEA
20%

DRAWING
30%

MODEL
30%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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PROJECT 2:

1.0

A STRUCTURE FOR ONE (1) PERSON

Duration
: 2 Weeks (10%) Individual
Issue
: 29th November, 2016
Submission
: 13th November, 2016

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Apply fundamental architectural knowledge, basic design element & composition

To practice simple design exploration and hands on project.
Construct simple problem solving skill in arriving design synthesis.
Display communication of design ideas verbally and visually using appropriate graphical
presentation.
Demonstrate capability to design small buildings with respect to theory & philosophy.

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2.0

TASK
This is an individual student project. Using two elevations from their previous everyday object
drawing, student must explore these shapes interlock, superimposed etc. through 9 series of
grids and to come out with an interesting structure for one person.
(Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

5.0

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0
2.0
3.0

4.0

1 x A1 presentation drawing.
1:25 model.
9 grids models.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
IDEA
20%

DRAWING
30%

MODEL
30%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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PROJECT 3A:

1.0

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.

2.0

SITE INVENTORY
Duration
: 2 Weeks (10%) Grouping
Issue
: 13th November, 2016
Submission
: 23th November, 2016

To introduce student to site inventory.

Display communication of data collection using appropriate graphical presentation.

TASK
This is a group task. The site for the major project is in Chow Kit (opposite Chow Kit Monorel
Station). Observe and documented all necessary data culture, pedestrian and vehicle
movements, site dimensions, man-made features, nature features, legal etc. These data will help
them to decide how to design the building.
(Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

6.0

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0
2.0
3.0

4.0

A1s site inventory drawings

1:50 and 1:200 site drawings
1:50 and 1:200 models.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
INFORMATIONS
30%

DRAWING
25%

MODEL
25%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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PROJECT 3B:

1.0

URBAN TIMBER
Duration
Issue
Submission

HOMESTAY RETREAT FOR FOUR PERSONS (MAJOR PROJECT)

: 5 Weeks (40%) Individual
: 23th November, 2016
: 3rd February, 2017

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

To introduce student to small buidling design for four (4) persons.

To design with design by law
To design with understanding of by law, construction technique and technical.
Apply fundamental architectural knowledge, basic design element & composition.
Practice simple hands on design skills.
Construct simple problem solving skill in arriving design synthesis.
Display communication of design ideas, analysis and synthesis verbally and visually
using appropriate graphical presentation.
Demonstrate capability to design small buildings with respect to theory & philosophy
and environmental issues.

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TASK
This is an individual task. Student must first analyse the proposed site base on the data
collected in 3A together with own observations. Do the SWOC analysis and later design synthesis.
The building must be design 80% timber and with Universal design in mind which refers to broadspectrum ideas meant to produce buildings, products and environments that are
fundamentally accessible to older people, people without disabilities, and people with
disabilities. (Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

3.0

SPACE REQUIREMENTS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

4.0

Multipurpose Living Area

20m2
Multipurpose Dining Area
10m2
Master Bedroom with attach bathroom
20m2
Two Bedroom with share bathroom
30m2
Kitchen
10m2
Toilet
4m2
Storage
4m2
Entrance Foyer
2m2
Car Garage, Landscaping, Multipurpose platform, Circulation etc.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
6.0
7.0

Weekly crit sheets.

1 documented pen and paper design process on A3 size butter paper.
1:50 Scale Model fit and fix to A1 base
Series of mock-up models
3 x A1 presentation drawings (Portrait)
Conceptual / ideation sketches /drawings / diagrams /
Plans:
3.1.1
Ground Floor Plan (1:50) show context and furniture layout
3.1.2
Other Floor Plan (1:50) complete with furniture layout
3.1.3
Roof Plan (1:50)
2 Elevations (1:50)
3 Cross Sections (1:50) - showing the best design features.
4 Perspectives showing internal (main area) and external (approaching entrance).
1 Sectional Perspectives
1 Exploded Axono drawing showing main structural framing.
1 Special Construction drawing (1:50) (foundation to roof) with specification.

8.0
9.0
10.0
11.0
12.0
13.0
Note:

5.0

All models MUST be monochrome and attached to an A1 base (corrugated board

10cm thickness). All presentation drawing MUST be rendered.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
IDEA
20%

DRAWING
25%

MODEL
25%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

TECHNICAL
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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PROJECT 4:

1.0

OBJECTIVES
1.
2.
3.

2.0

1:1 ARKIOSK ON WHEEL HANDS ON PROJECT

Duration
: 2 Weeks (10%) Group of Six (6) Students
Issue
: 3rd February, 2017
Submission
: 17th February, 2017

Apply fundamental architectural knowledge, basic design element & composition

To practice simple design exploration and hands on project.
To construct simple kiosk.

TASK
This is a group project. The kiosk must be portable (on wheel with a lock mechanism). The kiosk
must be compact but can be expand. The kiosk is for ARCO use to exhibit ARCO product or
to display students works. One person can sit or relax within this kiosk.
(Further details will be given/discuss during the running of this task)

3.0

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1.0

4.0

1:1 Kiosk Structure

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
IDEA
20%

CONSTRUCTION
40%

DETAILING
20%

WORKMANSHIP
10%

PROFESSIONALISM
10%

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