FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION
- 1. A Presentation by- N i k h a r M e h r a M o h d . I b t i s a m K a r a n B h a d a n a B . A R C H S E M - 6
- 3. • All things in nature have a shape. • A form, an outward resemblance. • Tells us what they are. • Distinguishes them from ourselves and from each other. • Express the inner life" of the thing is a law of nature, which should be followed in any organic architecture. • The exterior "shell" of the skyscraper should change in appearance to reflect interior functions. • If this new architectural, organic form is to be part of natural beauty, the exterior facade should be consistent as each interior function changes. FORM BLOSSOMING DUBAI
- 4. • Born in Boston, Louis Sullivan (1856- 1924) • Louis Sullivan is one of the great historical figures in American architecture, but most importantly he influenced the language of architecture. • Often called America's first truly modern architect. • Sullivan argued that a tall building's exterior design (form) should reflect the activities (functions) that take place inside the walls of the building. • His 1891 Wainwright Building in St. Louis, Missouri reflects Sullivan's philosophy and design principles. ARCHITECT LOUIS SULLIVAN
- 5. • Function is the essential act that an object, process or idea should carry out. • A house is meant as a space to live in, protecting us from the environment • For example: a car should drive, a fork should lift, a seatbelt should contain, a spiritual idea should inspire, etc FUNCTION
- 7. Many buildings are built following the form follows function principle which suggest that the shape of a building or space should be based upon the indented function or purpose. FORM FOLLOWS FUNCTION DubaiTower Bookshelf
- 8. • It gives a building or space a more unique shape form while still severing the same purpose and function. • Emphasis on buildings, facades, street composition, dimensions. • Specify building massing , height and relation to street and public spaces . • Regulatory focus on form, instead of density and use • Perspective and proscriptive Frank Lloyd Wright’s work demonstrated the idea of “Function Follows Form” FUNCTION FOLLOWS FORM
- 9. Guggenheim Museum’s Concept Is Based On FUNCTION FOLLOWS FORM . & the form is a spiral
- 10. IMPORTANCE OF FORM AND FUNCTION