Project 1A : Case Study
In this module, famous Danish urban planner Jahn Gehl's book "Life Between Buildings" serves as a basis for our reference. In the book, he discussed the relationship between patterns of space use, especially outdoor activities, and the spatial properties of the physical world. He introduced the concepts of classification of necessary, optimal and social activities.
For this project, we examined the patterns of social activities in a district of a foreign city, Taipei, Taiwan, to be exact and identify ‘contact points’ and their respective varying degrees of contact intensity.
Project 1B: comparative analysis essay
Based on findings from our case study of Taipei, Taiwan and our studio's local site research on Jalan Besar, we analysed the similarities and dissimilarities based on the patterns of social activities, types of ‘contact points’ as well as the varying degrees of contact intensity between the two cities.
Upon completion, we were able to critique on architecture and urban forms in relation to relevant architectural theories by analysing the relationship between architecture and its social, cultural and intellectual context. An interpretation of urbanism in relation to relevant theories within the contemporary discourse of architecture is synthesised.
Project 2 : Synopsis Writing
Subsequent to each thematic lecture, we were to write synopsis based on selected readings through analysis of texts, then develop commentary related to them. We were to identify key points highlighted in the texts and focus on our personal perspective on issues raised through the texts along with our experiences or insights that have shaped our perspective.
REFLECTION
On the completion of the module projects, I learnt a couple of things. For instance; to analyse architecture and urban forms in relation to relevant architectural theories and to analyse and critique the relationship between architecture and its social, cultural and intellectual context.
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