Arch 113: Architecture Studio I, Fall 2017

Assignment 4: Elements: Base, Vertical and Horizontal Planes, Lines 4a+b: Base Plane (Ground) Assigned: Friday, September 8 Due: Monday, September 18 (see specific deadlines for 4a + 4b below) Assignment 4 Overview: Assignment 4 is a series of exercises in drawing and physical model-making in which students will explore the process of moving from two to three dimensions and discover ways in which the fundamental elements of architecture, base plane (ground), overhead plane, vertical plane (wall), and line (column) can be composed to form different qualities of space. Students will first construct a field derived from an image (provided), and through various drawing and modeling techniques and exercises will interpret the implied space of that field through the use of specific architectural elements. Each exercise builds upon the previous exercises. In Assignment 4a students will establish the field and interpret the implied space of that field through use of line drawing and tone techniques. In Assignment 4b, the implied space of the two dimensional field will be developed into a three-dimensional modulated surface, or ground plane. Objectives:

• Explore the process of 2d to 3d composition through drawing and physical modeling techniques. • Understand how the relationships between fundamental elements of architecture create specific

spatial conditions. • Develop drawing skills: drafting, accuracy of line work, tone techniques • Develop an understanding of how 2d drawing (line work, tone etc.) can suggest spatial depth and

alternate readings of space, layering, overlap. • Develop physical model-making skills • Use orthographic projection drawings to both predict and represent three-dimensional constructions

Assignment 4a: Drawings (field): Create three 8”x8” accurately constructed (drafted) compositions, based on one of the images provided (on the Arch113 Studio Blog), either in its entirety or as a cropped portion of the image, depending on the size/scale of the original image. The drawings should use composition, line-weight and tone to suggest depth, layering and/or overlapping orthogonal (right-angled) lines and figures. You may extend existing lines from the original drawing to complete the composition or to suggest overlapping orthogonal figures that you have identified in the composition, but you may not alter the essential components of the original. 4a Drawing 1: 8”x8” pencil drawing, drafted on multimedia paper (provided). Single-line drawing only (lines represent the profiles of the areas in the drawing – no tone.). Use at least 3 line weights to convey hierarchy and spatial depth.

Arch 113: Architecture Studio I, Fall 2017 4a Drawing 2: 8”x8” pencil drawing, drafted on multimedia paper (provided). Using the same composition, add drafted fields of closely spaced lines to suggest spatial depth, layering and/or hierarchy. The line fields should be drawn parallel to the regulating lines of the composition. Use at least 3 different line weights and/or densities. 4a Drawing 3: 8”x8” pencil drawing, drafted on multimedia paper (provided). Using the same composition, add areas of tone to suggest spatial depth, layering and/or hierarchy. Process:

• Before beginning the drawing, examine the images provided to discover areas of implied depth, overlapping, and possible alternate interpretations of the picture space.

• Select a square area from one of the provided images (jpegs are posted on the Arch113 studio blog). Suggested techniques: either use photoshop to crop the area of interest and resize it to 8”x8”, or simply frame the area and use measurement and proportion to transfer and enlarge the dimensions.

• Starting with pencil on trace, accurately measure and construct the composition as a line drawing. Do not trace the original image. Measure and construct.

• Overlay the single-line drawing with layers of trace to experiment with different line weights. How does changing the line weights change the perception of depth or alter the hierarchy or reading of the drawing?

• Overlay the line drawing to practice different areas of tone for varying effects. How does the tone drawing change your understanding of the surface, layering and depth?

• Overlay the line drawing to practice fields of drafted lines in different areas of the composition to achieve specific spatial effect.

Assignment 4b: Model: Create a three-dimensional surface based upon your drawing. Using the initial two-dimensional composition as your plan, extrude the implied surfaces of the drawing to create a three-dimensional composition. The constructed model dimensions should be 8”x8”, with a thickness of not more than 1/2”. Consider the model to be a topographic construction, or a bas-relief (low-relief).. The modulated surface should be clearly derived from the composition upon which it is based. Use layers of 14-ply chipboard to express the three-dimensional layers of the surface. Process:

• Sketch some possibilities for transforming the drawing into a three-dimensional low-relief model. Start with sketches in your sketchbook. You may want to overlay trace on your drawings to outline the various layers.

• Create 2 or 3 study models that test different possibilities • Carefully cut and glue layers of chipboard for the final model.

Schedule of Operations: 09.11.17 (m) 4a drawings (process): Drafted line drawing proposals on trace, with trace overlays of line-

field and tone studies. This is process work but should be accurately drafted. Explore different options to review in class.

Lecture Desk critiques 09.13.17 (w) 4a DUE: Three 8”x8” drawings: one line drawing, one line-field drawing, one tone drawing Desk critiques 09.15.17 (f) 4b: 2-3 study models (interpretations of base drawing) 09.18.17 (m) 4b DUE: one final model REVIEW: 4a +4b (3 drawings + 1 model)

Arch 113: Architecture Studio I, Fall 2017 Materials:

• trace paper • 9x12 multi-media paper (provided) • lead holder with 4H, 2H, H leads • lead sharpener • compass • triangle • Parallel rule • 14 ply chipboard (0.05” thick, a bit less than 1/16”) • x-acto knife • rubber cement and craft (white) glue

Selecting the image:

Original Image Select a square area Enlarge to 8”x 8” Line and Tone: