CONCEPT OBJECTS.
Design Studio I - Spring 2021 | Create three models utilizing a variety of design principles.
stereotomic.
A volumetric model created by subtracting mass.
RHYTHM + RADIAL = MOVEMENT
I played around with this concept of an object cracking open in order to reveal an inner core. Along with this idea, I wanted those parts to appear as if they were just barely hanging together. I felt the radial design evoked a sense of movement within my model that effectively illustrated a sense of rhythm. Though each side of my model is exactly the same, it is not symmetrical—which resulted in a certain type of “flow” that is neither overly chaotic nor simple. Why did I void? Well, while I did not subtract too much mass from my 8”x8”x8” space overall, I removed just the right amount to unveil a centerpiece and more importantly; what lies within.
PLAN VIEW (TOP) & ELEVATIONS (BOTTOM)
1/4" SCALE ISOMETRICS
1" SCALE ISOMETRIC
VOIDED AREA ISOMETRIC
tectonic.
An additive model constructed out of several tiny pieces.
RHYTHM + GRID = INTERCONNECTIVITY
I continued on with my concept of these smaller, individual parts that barely cling together. I kept an element of rhythm within my design but ended up incorporating many other design principles unintentionally as well. For instance, my tectonic model utilizes a more grid-like spatial organization which brought symmetry into my model. The dangling pieces of my model were initially intended to allow movement and the ability for my object to be picked up and played with. However, it was a happy accident for it to also bring about an auditory aspect to my design which further enhanced my rhythmic details. The design is meant to feel simplistic yet complex at the same time, which I felt the interlacing parts helped a lot with. Overall, the main goal was to draw attention to this great sense of “inter-wovenness” found within my design so I could reiterate the idea that my pieces are connected but not entirely.
PLAN VIEW (TOP) & ELEVATIONS (BOTTOM)
RHINO 3D ISOMETRIC DRAWING
shelter.
A structural model that includes both stereotomic and tectonic elements. A “non-building” space that can be inhabited.
I felt the concepts of movement and interconnectivity seen within my previous models were important elements to expand upon in my final model. Continuing on with the use of these components enabled me to create a shelter that could be inhabited all year round, providing covered protection from snowy weather while also allowing in natural light for those warmer days. It would be located near a pick-up/drop-off zone on my college campus, as it was intended to be a waiting space. This artistic shelter is duplicable and would make a great bus stop since it was designed to be aesthetically pleasing in an abundance. There are four moveable blocks for seating, and the open and airy design leaves plenty of room for others to reside. This gives visitors space to converse with friends or have a peaceful moment to themselves while the dangling pieces create a fun, laid-back atmosphere so anyone nearby can slip in at any time.
1/4" SCALE ISOMETRIC
PLAN VIEW
ELEVATIONS
TWO-POINT PERSPECTIVES
SECTION VIEW (LEFT) & ONE-POINT PERSPECTIVES (MIDDLE & RIGHT)
SITE PLAN
A shelf I made during the summer of 2022 to display these models.
**The designs/concepts, construction of the models, drawings, and photography were all done by me.