Asian Architecture

Asian Architecture [ARC2234]

PROJECT 1

Case Study Paper

This project is driven by Architectural Design Studio 4, as an approach to support students’ design through extensive research within the framework of sustainability design in Asia. The sustainability design framework focuses on the building assigned for site visit, with research objectives defined through in-depth literature review, leading to a well-established case study paper structure and writing.

Assessments involve oral presentation and a written paper of 3,000 to a maximum of 4000 words. The final topic of the paper should be evolved in discussion and consultation with the tutors and should be finalised by the fifth week of the course. Students will present the summary of the paper with images in class – which contains an outline of the paper covering issues and themes explored, as well as a bibliography.

Objectives of Project

The objectives of this project are as follow:

•To integrate architectural design and research through a specific case study, supporting students’ design through extensive research within the framework of sustainability design in Asia.

•To introduce students to activities which culminate in the production of the study; collection, indexing and evaluation of information; analysis of information; compilation and organization of study; writing of study; assembly of illustration and text; design of layout; binding and presentation.

This project is driven by Architectural Design Studio 4, as an approach to support the design through extensive research within the framework of sustainability design in Asia. The sustainability design framework focuses on the building assigned for site visit, at Belum Rainforest Resort, with research objectives defined through in-depth literature review, leading to a well-established case study paper structure and writing.

The topic of the research paper is outlined as “Solutions to heat gain challenge using roof garden as an approach in nature responsive design in modern deluxe suite of Belum Rainforest Resort, Pulau Banding”.

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PROJECT 2

Case Study - An Asian Street

This project involves the study of STREETS in an Asian city to understand the historical and social aspects of a city by examining the development of tradition, modernization and globalization of streets.

We are required to visit a designated area of streets in an Asian city and present observations in a series of

photography work and written essay.

Objectives of Project

The objectives of this project are as follow:

1. To develop critical perspectives on architecture and urbanism in situations where tradition, modernity

and globalization intersect through an exploration of the history of South, Southeast and East Asian

architecture

2. To promote and develop students’ knowledge and understanding of selected aspects of Asian

architectural and urban design through first-hand experience gained through a study visit to an

appropriate local or overseas location relevant to the theme

3. To develop in each student increasing skills and independence in information gathering, visual and

verbal analysis, and critical synthesis

4. To develop in each student increasing skills in clear, effective, written communication, employing

recognized scholarly and professional conventions

5. To enhance further students’ interpersonal and intra personal skills

Learning Outcomes of this Project

1. Describe the historical development of the main strands of Asian architecture

2. Identify a broad range of issues related to the historical and chronological transitions of Asian

architectural history

3. Interpret architectural language in relation to the development of Asian architecture and urbanism based on theme of tradition, modernity and globalization