CASA VICENS
This is an individual assignment where we need to choose a building designed by one of the famous architects given in the brief that piques our interest. We to identify 5 architectural building materials and 2 structural building materials based on the chosen building. Also, to discover on the ideas and concept behind the selection of the material and of the building. Additionally, we need to describe the installation of the materials applied.
Here's the showcase of my work :)
What am I supposed to do ?
Our requirements for the project :
- A brief background of the architect
- Historical background
- 5 architectural building materials and 2 structural building materials
- 1 material’s installation
- Images of the chosen building
- Overall conclusion
- Dateline : Monday 10/10
Progress
Brief Research
From the list of architects given in the brief, I was most intrigued by the architect, Antoni Gaudi's work - Casa Vicens. I first had a brief research to have basic understandings of the building .
In Depth Research & Analysis
I first listed out all the requirements in Google Docs in a table form. Later on, I compile all information accordingly. The table form of information is used so that I can refer to the data easily as I compile it to the board later on.
Board Compilation
After organizing all information in Google Docs, I used Canva to compile all information. I chose the colour scheme of red and brown to match with the colour of the building chosen.
Reflection
From the research of famous architects' buildings, I have discovered many different approaches when it comes to designing. There are many aesthetic elements that comes with functionality throughout of these buildings. Not only that, I have also learnt new construction methods and installation of materials used in the building that I have researched on, Casa Vicens. I believe that all these knowledge would come in handy especially when I am designing in architecture later in the future.
Through this assignment, I have discovered more about Canva even after using for 1 year. Not only that, I have also learnt to compile infomation in the most aesthetically pleasing as possible, yet not to eye-straining to read the information on the boards. For instance, colour scheme of the board gives viewers a different feeling as they view the boards. Brighter colours gives the feeling of positive, charming and intriguing.
