Astrology

Design IntentionInterpret the characteristic and personality traits associated with different zodiac

signs into tangible physical spaces.

< inspiration>

Western Zodiac Sign

Characteristic,Sigi, Zoomorphism

& elementZodiac space< interior scheme>

• Zoomorphism uses animals as a metaphor between the living and the inanimate.

• Santiage Calatrava has used features of an animal’s shape and skeletal structure in many

of his bridge and buildings projects.

Santiage Calatrava, 2015

CANCER

Characteristic

HomelyDomesticated

Designer: Ando Tadao, 1994

http://ideasgn.com/architecture/house-in-wales-future-systems/

The solution of this theory

- Minimalism- Entirely of glass - Domesticated

Resource of DesignCancer - crab

SCORPIO

Characteristic

Private&secretiveMysterious

Designer: Adam kalkin, (2007- 52nd Venice Biennale)http://www.likecool.com/

illy_Cafe_in_Shipping_Container--Design--Home.html

The solution of this theory- From disaster-relief house to luxury dwellings

- Provide people a space to relax and enjoy- Transformed standard shipping containers into

living quarters

Resource of DesignScorpio - scorpion

CAPRICORN

Characteristic

Strong work ethicAmbitious

Photography: Angel LaiLocation: DongHu Park, Lo Hu Distirct, Shenzhen,ChinaYear: 2014

Resource of DesignAnts

Work hardTake responsibility

BusyA clear division of responsibility

Resource of DesignCapricorn – ants

ARIES

Characteristic

PassionateEnergetic

SAGITTARIUS

Characteristic

PlayfulRestless nature

Sign: someone dance ?! Clown - dance and make audience funny.

Colourful clothes

- LEGO – the brand that is colourful, and

make people playful …

PISCES

Characteristic

Dreamy Great imagination

Sentimental

Designer: Tadao Ando, 1988-1989

http://www.hetgallery.com/church-of-the-light.html

The solution of this theory- Minimalistic style in cathedral series

- The large exposed concrete- The material feel comfortable

- Light strongly

Resource of DesignPisces - Marine animal - Octopus

GEMINI

Characteristic

Talkative Communicative

LIBRA

Characteristic

EmpathyElegant Artistic

Brand: gaga café in ShenZhenDesigner: COORDINATION ASIA

http://60designwebpick.com/html/27255_gaga-sz-coordination-asia.html

The solution of this theory- The material and environmental feel warmly,

comfortable, naturally- The dimensional feel pleasure- Personality of decorative art

AQUARIUS

Characteristic

OriginalNature

Nature & origin - plants, trees, bamboo.

Structure - bambooThe exhibits – plants.

TAURUS

Characteristic

Prudent Self-indulgent/lazy

Luxury&comfort-lovingNature-loving

Designer: Iwan Baan, 2012 Clients: Selgas Cano Architecture firmhttp://www.archdaily.com/575945/the-

works-of-selgascano-the-2015-serpentine-pavilion-designers

The solution of this theory- Entirely of curved glass - More comfortable inside

- Viewing pleasure after the break

Triangle has stability The concept use three triangles. It make more stability.

The concept

LEO

Characteristic

CuriouslyExuberant

Design team: nArchitects, 2011 ,

http://narchitects.com/work/forest-pavilion-2/

The solution of this theory- To raise public awareness of a new growth forest

that is being threatened by development- Built with bamboo

- Become a focal point

VIRGO

Characteristic

Hyper focusedMethodical

Quiet

Designer: Gonçalve .

http://inhabitat.com/stripped-down-modular-gomos-homes-inspired-by-sewage-pipes-pop-up-in-venice/

The solution of this theory

- Economical- sustainable

- This can be a module joined on the site in the span of a long weekend.

Model making process…