ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO III

In the curriculum, "experiencing space and place" in architecture is emphasised. Students are introduced to the idea of neighbourhood and community in the course, as well as an examination of the spatial typologies and poetics in architecture. In their preliminary design work, students investigate and create a variety of spatial typologies (such as linear, spiral, spine, and focal) for a straightforward living area that examines architectural experiences and tectonics. The principal project then is designing a modest-scale community building (such as a gallery or small library) in an open landscape or suburban setting that engages with the geography, history, and socio-cultural activities of the site. 

In order to create an architectural form that is tectonically expressive, practical, and responsive to its site, the design work investigates the merging of plan and section. The design exercise also emphasises the part played by society in the creative architectural design process and ties to spaces with values and culture.