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1. Design Principles & Elements: Space, Form, and Proportion Foundation Studio Architecture Lecture

2. Introduction: The Language of Design Objective: Understand how space, form, and proportion play fundamental roles in architectural design. Architecture communicates through spatial experience, the interplay of forms, and the harmony of well-proportioned elements.

3. Space: The Core of Architectural Experience Definition: Space defines how humans move, interact, and inhabit a structure. Positive & Negative Space: • Positive Space: Occupied by objects or structures. • Negative Space: Open areas for movement or interaction. Types of Architectural Spaces: • Interior vs. Exterior, Static vs. Dynamic, Open vs. Enclosed.

4. Organization of Space Spatial Hierarchy: Primary vs. Secondary spaces. • Open vs. Enclosed Spaces. • Flow & Circulation: How people move through space.

5. Form: The Shape of Architecture Definition: Form refers to the three-dimensional shape and structure of a building. Primary Shapes & Volumes: Cube, sphere, cylinder, pyramid, cone. • Transformation: Simple forms evolving into complex architectural elements.

6. Form & Function Form follows function: Shapes derived from the purpose of the space. Geometric vs. Organic Forms: • Geometric: Rectangles, grids, symmetry. • Organic: Curved, irregular shapes (Inspired by nature).

7. Proportion: The Harmony in Design Definition: Proportion relates to the relative size of parts within a whole. Golden Ratio (1:1.618): Mathematical ratio used to create visually pleasing proportions. • Example: Parthenon’s façade, Renaissance architecture.

8. Symmetry & Asymmetry Symmetry offers order and balance (classical architecture). • Asymmetry offers dynamism and interest (modern architecture).

9. Case Studies 1. Farnsworth House by Mies van der Rohe: • Study the relationship between form, space, and proportion. 2. Guggenheim Museum, New York by Frank Lloyd Wright: • Examine how form defines spatial experience and the role of proportions.

10. Conclusion: The Architect’s Toolkit Space, form, and proportion are interconnected tools architects use to create functional and beautiful environments. Good design balances these elements to shape spaces that are human-centered.