Week 6 organization of form and space

Slides on organization of form and space

1. ARCH 121: Introduction to Architecture II. WEEK 6 ABDULLAHI MOHAMMED LAWAL Baze University FEBRUARY, 2022

2. ORGANIZATION OF FORM & SPACE Linear Organizations Radial Organizations Clustered Organizations Grid Organizations Spatial Relationships Interlocking Spaces Space within a Space

3. Organization of space in Architecture is fundamental to creation of composition. It brings together different forms and shapes and provides a cohesive structure to the design. Spaces in Building can be organized into patterns so that they relate to one another in a specific way. Spatial relationships between forms help define their interaction. SPATIAL ORGANIZATION

4. Space Within a space Interlocking space Adjacent space Spaces linked by common space COMMON SPATIAL RELATIONSHIPS IN ARCHITECTURE

5. This is when a large space contain a smaller space within its volume. The larger space help to define the spatial boundary for the smaller space inside it. While continuity between the two spaces can be easily understood, the smaller space depends on the larger space for its relationship with the exterior environment. SPACE WITHIN SPACE

6. In order for this spatial relationship to be understood, a clear distinction in size is needed between the two spaces. It the contained space were to increase in size, the larger space would begin to lose its impact as enveloping form.

7. In order to standout from the larger form, the smaller space could share the same shape of the envelope but be oriented differently . Similarly, it can also standout as a free standing volume if the smaller space differ in form from the enveloping space. This contrast in form indicate either a functional difference between the two spaces or symbolic importance of the contained space.

8. SPACE WITHIN SPACE

9. SPACE WITHIN SPACE

10. An interlocking spatial relationship results from the overlapping of two volumes and the resultant area of shared space. When two spaces interlock their volumes in this way, each space maintains its identity as a space. The interlocking area of the two spaces can equally be shared by each space. It can converge with one of the spaces and become an inherent part of its volume. INTERLOCKING SPACES

11. It can also develop its own identity as a space that serves to link the two original spaces.

12. Adjacency allows each space to be clearly defined and to respond to specific functional or symbolic requirement. The amount of continuity that takes place between the two spaces depends on the characteristics of the plane that separate and brings them together at the same time. The separating plane may restrict the physical or visual connection between the two spaces. ADJACENT SPACES

13. It may also reinforce the individuality of each space and help differentiate them. It can either appear as a freestanding plane in a volume of space or it can be defined with a raw of columns. Unlike solid planes, columns allow a greater degree of visual continuity between the two spaces.

14. ADJACENT SPACES

15. Two separate spaces can linked to each other by a third, intermediate space. The spatial relationship between the two spaces depends on the qualities of the third space which they share. The intermediate space can differ in shape and orientation from the two spaces. Alternatively, the two spaces and the intermediate space can be equal in size or form. SPACES LINKED WITH A COMMON SPACE

16. SPACES LINKED WITH A COMMON SPACE

17. SPACES LINKED WITH A COMMON SPACE

18. In addition to these spatial relationships, there are various types of organizational approaches used in designs of buildings. Spatial organization help unite an array of otherwise disparate shapes. Some Common methods of Spatial organization include; Centralized organization Linear organization Radial organization Clustered organization Grid organization METHODS OF SPATIAL ORGANIZATION

19. A centralized organization is composed of a dominant central space with secondary spaces grouped around it. As a composition, this arrangement is concentrated and stable. The central space is usually regular in form and large enough to gather smaller spaces about its perimeter. The secondary spaces may be equal in size and shape in order to create a more balanced composition around the central space. CENTRALIZED ORGANIZATION

20. Alternatively, they may be different from one another in form or size in order to emphasize their unique function and hierarchy. The circulation pattern within a centralized organization can be spiral, radial, or loop in form. In virtually all circumstances, the movement pattern will end around a central space.

21. CENTRALIZED ORGANIZATION

22. CENTRALIZED ORGANIZATION

23. A Linear organization is composed of a single unifying element about which different objects are arranged. These objects may be different in scale, program and shape. Alternatively, a linear organization can also be composed of elements that are uniform and similar in scale, program and shape. They are linear due to their arrangement in a singular axis rather than as a result of a dominant unifying linear volume. LINEAR ORGANIZATION

24. LINEAR ORGANIZATION

25. LINEAR ORGANIZATION

26. Radial organizations are effectively a combination of linear and centralized organizations. Unlike in centralized organization where the focus is inward towards the center, the radial organization expand out toward their surrounding. The linear forms may be equal in size and form, where they differ in length and shape, this may be a result of programmatic requirement or a design decision. RADIAL ORGANIZATION

27. RADIAL ORGANIZATION

28. RADIAL ORGANIZATION

29. Clustered organization rely on proximity to relate spaces with one another. Often it consist of repetitive cellular space that have certain visual qualities in common. However, it is not necessarily because of the form that make up the clustered organization to be regular in size or shape. A clustered organization can work well with dissimilar shapes as long as they are assembled close together. CLUSTERED ORGANIZATION

30. A clustered organization can have central focal point or a uniting central form but it lack the regularity and symmetry of a centralized organization. Clustered organization can have a linear element that organizes the clustered forms. This create a greater sense of unity and helps articulate certain portion of the composition.

31. CLUSTERED ORGANIZATION

32. CLUSTERED ORGANIZATION

33. A Grid organization is composed of 3-Dimensional composition of linear reference points usually perpendicular to one another. The continuity and regularity created by the grid gives the composition a strong sense of stability and organization. It help unite forms of dissimilar shape and scale. Functionally and visually it help to regulate the orientation of the composition. Typical grid patterns are emphasized by the structural element of the building. GRID ORGANIZATION

34. This include the regular layout of columns and beams. Grid patterns can also be interrupted at specific locations n order to create hierarchy. This allows for portions of the composition where the grid is interrupted to stand out giving them a greater sense of importance.

35. GRID ORGANIZATION

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