Assessment 3: Preparing For Submission

Moodle Submission

1. Best Model Images

2. Laser Cut Model File (AI)

3. 3D Print Model File (STL)

4. 100 Words Statement: https://benv1010-traceylau.blogspot.com/2020/04/week-8_20.html

5. Video Presentation: BENV1010 Communication in the Built Environment Final Presentation

Week 10: Curated Blog Submission

10 Best Images

Week 9:

Studio Activity: Written Communication, 100 Word Statement

Marriage of Light and Materiality 

The combination and interrelation of light and materiality create a distinct atmosphere through use of shadows, to form artistic experiences. Therefore, it is through the manipulation of material properties that the beauty of light may be witnessed.

This was explored through physical model making. Thin openings run vertically and horizontally across the solid chipboard forms, taking the viewer on a journey along the pathway of light within. A layered cardboard rooftop exploits the corrugation to leak an intricate lattice pattern onto surfaces below. An outdoor parabolic form, created from x-form spans are made from translucent trace paper for a soft, muted glow. 

Thus, the interaction of light and materiality in architecture forms distinctive and artistic experiences for the viewer.

Week 8:

Studio Activities: Rendering Materials and Textures

1. 

Speckled concrete
Brick
Painted metal

2.

Wooden planks
Blue marble
Speckled concrete

3.

Speckled concrete
Wooden planks
Mossy concrete

Fusion360 3D Model Materials and Textures:

Initials with Material Renders:
Water- Clear
Glass- Clouds
Mirror

Front/Side

Top

Back/Side

Base

Week 7:

Studio Activities: Light and Scale Model Making

Iterative Models:

1. 
Scale 1:50
Materials used: Chipboard and matchsticks

From the previous model, I chose to experiment further with form and lighting. I was inspired by two merging rectangular prisms, which also created the diamond shape of the initial room. Interior lighting was tested through ribbon windows which run the length of the form. Chipboard was the main material used for the body, and was lightly scored for flexibility and glued with PVA glue. Painted matchsticks are positioned at the entrance to play with vertical shadows. Although it seems quite closed off and dark, an adequate amount of natural lighting can seep through the horizontal windows to create an ethereal interior. 

Plan/design with measurements

Ribbon window cut-out of chipboard

Roof and flooring cut-out

Model with interior lighting
Shadow model

Model with interior lighting
Shadow model

Interior shot

Interior shot

Model with scaled figure

2. 

Scale 1:50
Materials used: Chipboard, matchsticks and corrugated cardboard

Having noticed the interesting pattern from corrugated cardboard, I wondered what the it would look like in relation to light and shadow. I tested on a small piece of cardboard and discovered the intricate lattice pattern. I cut cardboard strips and then glued the flat pieces together to create one flat form. I also wanted to experiment with direction and angles, which is the reason for the slopes and irregularities of this model. I chose to execute large, generic windows as the roofing already provides immense detail and I did not want to overwhelm the design. It is a truly beautiful design from when the sun rises till when it sets, projecting a beautiful pattern on surfaces below. 

Plan/design with measurements

Corrugated cardboard strips for roofing form

Accent window with matchsticks

Lattice-style corrugated roofing

Interior shot

Rear end of form with cast shadow

Model with scaled figure

3.

Scale 1:40
Materials used: Chipboard and trace paper

Still intrigued by the effect of the thin, horizontal windows from a previous model (WEEK 7, MODEL 1), I decided to experiment with vertical lines. I also made the decision of continuing with the creation of simple block forms for this model. The narrow windows create gorgeous archways of light, guiding the visitor throughout the model. The outdoor space consists of a parabolic form, created from x-form spans, where the trace paper highlights the small creases and folds to create a soft gleam.

Plan/design with measurements 

Narrow, vertical window cut out

Experimenting with different types of glue to adhere trace paper.
Left: UHU clear glue
Right: Standard PVA glue

Model with interior lighting
Shadow model

Model with interior lighting
Shadow model

Interior shot

Rear of model

Model with scaled figure

Fusion360 3D Print Model:

Initials: THL