Module outline design studio 1 march 2015

ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO 1 (ARC 60105): March 2015 1 | P a g e
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Centre for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia (MASSA)
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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architecture
Module : ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO 1 (ARC 60105)
Prerequisite : None
Credit Hours : 5
Semester : March 2015
Instructors/ : Ar.Prince Favis Isip (princefavis.isip@taylors.edu.my)
Lecturers Ms.Zahra Namavar, Ar.Chang Yan Yee, Mr. Nik Kadir Shah,
Ms.Raihana Zainuddin, Mr.Noorul Fadzlee bin Khamis,
Mr.Shen Fei Lam, Mr.Izwan nor Azhar, Mr.Ahmad Nazmi Anuar,
Ms.Indrani Vanniasingham, Ar.Way Keat Teoh
Module Synopsis
Architectural Design Studio 1 [ARC 60105] is structured as an introduction to architectural design.
Themed “Body and Space”, this studio aims and emphasizes to present and explore design
through the expression of the ‘self’ and the body through the spaces created through design. This
studio will teach student’s basics of architectural design by emphasizing key points: understanding
the design processes (from initial conceptualization, generating and abstracting ideas to storytelling
in learning how to write a design narratives and eventually experiencing spaces and bringing it to
life through visualization and Imagineering). In conjunction, understanding and application of the
basic elements and principles of design will aid student in the further development of design both of
spatial qualities and form articulation.
Module Teaching Objectives
The teaching objectives of the module are:
1. To allow students to be as creative possible by having and being in a studio cultural setup.
2. To Introduce to students architectural design as ‘user-based art’ (giving understanding of
subjective and objective aspect of architecture)
3. To create awareness on conceptualizing and designing a space in which incorporates an
exploration of design through different media of presentation both on two dimensional and
three dimensional forms.
4. To examine the expression of the ‘self’ the means of exploring how the user or ‘body ‘and each
activities relates to space.
5. To develop keen attention to the basic architectural design notions such as anthropometry,
elements (effects of color, texture and materiality) and principles (balance, unity, hierarchy and
others) o of design particularly in architecture.
6. To heighten students’ perception through completely understanding design narrative by clearly,
analytically and creatively translating it into a well-articulated spatial organization and form
design.
BODY & SPACE

Module Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. Generate design concept/idea and translate into simple (architectural) design.
2. Generate design through the process of sketching and model-making.
3. Document, sketch and explain from personal experiences of the built and natural environment
4. Apply the understanding of basic architectural design principles, and the notion of body and
space interactions.
5. Maximize utilization of sketching, study modelling and other preliminary design tools going
through the process-oriented approach in developing designs.
6. Produce a well-organized, systematic and creative graphical presentation through a well-drawn
and executed two-dimensional form (plans, elevations and sections), three-dimensional form
(sectional perspective, axonometric and perspective) and scale modelling.
7. Prepare and enhance student’s verbal communication and presentation skills.
All three projects are to be presented to, respective lecturers and external assessors.
Modes of Delivery
This is a 5 credit hour module conducted over a period of 14 weeks. The modes of delivery will be in
the form of lectures, tutorials, and self-directed study. The breakdown of the contact hours for the
module is as follows:
 Lecture: 1.0 -2.0 hour per week
 Tutorial: 6.0 -7.0 hours per week
 Self-directed study: 6.0 hours per week
Office Hours
You are encouraged to visit the instructor/lecturer/tutor concerned for assistance during office hours. If
the office hours do not meet your schedule, notify the instructor and set appointment times as needed.
Office Add : LG.2.01
Office Phone : +603 5629 5395
Email Address : princefavis.isip@taylors.edu.my
architectprinceisip@yahoo.com
TIMeS
Moodle will be used as a communication tool and information portal for students to access module
materials such as: project briefs, assignments, module outlines, references, announcements and
others.

Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC)
The teaching and learning approach at Taylor’s University is focused on developing the Taylor’s
Graduate Capabilities (TGC) in its students; capabilities that encompass the knowledge, cognitive
capabilities and soft skills of its graduates.
Discipline Specific Knowledge
TGCs Acquired
Through Module
Learning Outcomes
1.0 Discipline Specific Knowledge
1.1 Able to put theories into practice. 2 ,3
1.2 Understand ethical issues in the context of the field of studies. -
1.3 Understand professional practice within the field of studies. -
Cognitive Capabilities
2.0 Lifelong Learning
2.1 Learn independently. -
2.2 Locate, extract, synthesize and utilize information effectively. -
2.3 Be intellectually engaged. -
3.0 Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
3.1 Think critically and creatively. 2 - 5
3.2 Define and analyze problems to arrive at effective solutions. 2 - 5
Soft Skills
4.0 Communication Skills
4.1 Communicate appropriately in various setting and modes. 2 , 6
5.0 Interpersonal Skills
5.1 Understand team dynamics and mobilize the power of teams. 1
5.2 Understand and assume leadership. -
6.0 Intrapersonal Skills
6.1 Manage one self and be self-reliant. -
6.2 Reflect on one’s actions and learning. 1, 4-5
6.3 Embody Taylor's core values. -
7.0 Citizenship and Global Perspectives
7.1 Be aware and form opinions from diverse perspectives. -
7.2 Understand the value of civic responsibility and community engagement. -
8.0 Digital Literacy
8.1
Effective use of information and communication (ICT) and related
technologies.

General Rules and Regulations
Late Submission Penalty
The School imposes a late submission penalty for work submitted late without a valid reason e.g. a
medical certificate. Any work submitted after the deadline (which may have been extended) shall have
the percentage grade assigned to the work on face value reduced by 10% for the first day and 5% for
each subsequent day late. A weekend counts as one (1) day.
Individual members of staff shall be permitted to grant extensions for assessed work that they have set
if they are satisfied that a student has given good reasons.
Absenteeism at intermediate or final presentation will result in zero mark for that presentation.
The Board of Examiners may overrule any penalty imposed and allow the actual mark achieved to be
used if the late submission was for a good reason.
Attendance, Participation and Submission of Assessment Components
Attendance is compulsory. Any student who arrives late after the first half-hour of class will be
considered as absent. The lectures and tutorials will assist you in expanding your ideas and your
assessments. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to pass the module and/or be eligible for the
final examination and/or presentation.
Students will be assessed based on their performance throughout the semester. Students are expected
to attend and participate actively in class. Class participation is an important component of every
module.
Students must attempt all assessment components. Failure to attempt all assessment components
worth 20% or more, including final exam and final presentation, will result in failing the module
irrespective of the marks earned, even though the student has achieved more than 50% in the overall
assessment.
Plagiarism (Excerpt from Taylor’s University Student Handbook 2013, page 59)
Plagiarism, which is an attempt to present another person’s work as your own by not acknowledging
the source, is a serious case of misconduct which is deemed unacceptable by the University.
"Work" includes written materials such as books, journals and magazine articles or other papers and
also includes films and computer programs. The two most common types of plagiarism are from
published materials and other students’ works.
1. Published Materials
In general, whenever anything from someone else’s work is used, whether it is an idea, an opinion
or the results of a study or review, a standard system of referencing should be used. Examples of
plagiarism may include a sentence or two, or a table or a diagram from a book or an article used
without acknowledgement.
Serious cases of plagiarism can be seen in cases where the entire paper presented by the student
is copied from another book, with an addition of only a sentence or two by the student.

While the former can be treated as a simple failure to cite references, the latter is likely to be viewed
as cheating in an examination. Though most assignments require the need for reference to other
peoples’ works, in order to avoid plagiarism, students should keep a detailed record of the sources
of ideas and findings and ensure that these sources are clearly quoted in their assignment. Note
that plagiarism also refers to materials obtained from the Internet too.
2. Other Students’ Work
Circulating relevant articles and discussing ideas before writing an assignment is a common
practice. However, with the exception of group assignments, students should write their own papers.
Plagiarizing the work of other students into assignments includes using identical or very similar
sentences, paragraphs or sections. When two students submit papers that are very similar in tone
and content, both are likely to be penalized.
Student Participation
Your participation in the module is encouraged. You have the opportunity to participate in the following
ways:
 Your ideas and questions are welcomed, valued and encouraged.
 Your input is sought to understand your perspectives, ideas and needs in planning subject
revision.
 You have opportunities to give feedback and issues will be addressed in response to that
feedback.
 Do reflect on your performance in Portfolios.
 Student evaluation on your views and experiences about the module are actively sought and
used as an integral part of improvement in teaching and continuous improvement.
Student-centered Learning (SCL)
The module uses the Student-centered Learning (SCL) approach. Utilization of SCL embodies most of
the principles known to improve learning and to encourage student’s participation. SCL requires
students to be active, responsible participants in their own learning and instructors are to facilitate the
learning process. Various teaching and learning strategies such as experiential learning, problem-
based learning, site visits, group discussions, presentations, working in group and etc. can be
employed to facilitate the learning process. In SCL, students are expected to be:
 Active in their own learning;
 Self-directed to be responsible to enhance their learning abilities;
 Able to cultivate skills that are useful in today’s workplace;
 Active knowledge seekers;
 Active players in a team.
Types of Assessment and Feedback
You will be graded in the form of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments will
provide information to guide you in the research process. This form of assessment involves
participation in discussions and feedback sessions. Summative assessment will inform you about the
level of understanding and performance capabilities achieved at the end of the module.

Assessment Plan
Assessment Components Type
Learning
Outcome/s
Submission Presentation
Assessment
Weightage
Project 1 Individual 1,2,7 Week 3 Week 3 10%
Project 2 Group 3,4,5,7 Week 8 Week 8 30%
Final Project Individual 1-7 Week 13 Week 14 60%
TGC Portfolio Individual 1-7 Week 16 - Pass/Fail
Assessment Components
Projects 1, 2 and 3 should incorporate the points learned from the various topics presented and
discussed during the lecture series.
The following points shall be highlighted during the conceptualization, design development and
presentation; Use of architectural terminologies and language that they have learned through the
course of the lecture series. All projects should incorporate a design narrative, written explanation and
conceptual brief that are made clearly, relevant together with a design solution and presentation that
have undergone rigorous design thinking processes, creative interpretation through and drawings.
1. Project 1 Self-Expression through Object ‘REPRESENTING ME ‘
This ice-breaking design project is an introduction of the basic methods and approaches in
generation of ideas and conceptual narratives.
This shall be achieved through the exploration and creative representation of one self. Students will
be exposed to various means of exploring ideas by translating it through artworks and expressions
on specific various art forms of personal interests, the student will be given freedom to communicate
and express form and come up with an abstracted form of one self.
The final outcome of the project can take shape either as a piece of a three-dimensional form of
an artwork (example: masks, sculptural form, pop-up model, hand glove and others)
Submission Requirements:
One (1) Panel of A-2 Board, Poster type presentation
(Poster design should fit concept behind the artwork)
 Written Summary / Explanation (50 words)
 Diagrams or image mapping
 Initial ideas (sketches)
 Final design (drawing or photograph of actual model)
Actual Model (1:1)
 Materials (refer to project 1 brief)
2. Project 2 Self Representation through Architectural Space ‘LIFE CAPSULE’
The main aim of Project 2 is to expand the interpretation of one self and heighten the awareness of
students about the human body, interaction of space and body, and explores the role of reasoning
and logic in shaping the form and space. Secondly, a group work to allow collaborating of ideas. The

group will pick one of their members which will become the user of the capsule. All design
components will be based on the chosen group member’s body dimensions and the occupation that
he/she will portray (painter, artist, photographer, scientist, musician, writer or other).
This involves designing ‘Life Capsule’ a confined space which will have multi-functional furniture
which the user can use for several position and activities within a 24 hours period. Project consists
of two major stages 2: Interim Presentation “The Shell’ which the student will allow to design the life
capsule envelope and Project 2: Final Presentation “Furnitecture’ wherein student will creatively
design multi-functional furniture to address users various positions (seating, lying down, reading,
painting and others) through its activities. In a limited space challenge you to thoroughly examine
and consider anthropometry and ergonomics.
Project 2 enhances student analytical skills through designing a limited space which will explore
design more through scaled models and then is blown up to a full scaled installation.
The final outcome of the project will be both shown in two dimensional (drawings) and three
dimensional forms (scaled & actual models)
Submission Requirements:
TWO (2) Panel of A-2 Board, Poster type presentation
(Poster design should fit concept of the Life Capsule)
 Design narrative (100 words maximum)
 Diagram (showing user activity & anthropometrics)
 Initial design and conceptual sketches
 Two dimensional drawings
a. Floor Plan(s)
b. 2- Elevations(front and one side)
c. 1- Section
: ‘The Shell ‘Scaled Model (study model) Scale 1:10 mts
: ‘Furnitecture’ Actual full-scale installation Scale 1:1 mts
3. Project 3 ‘Dream space for the User –‘A HIDE OUT’
In project 1, students were allowed to express oneself through their creative means; Project 2 on the
other hand is meant to prepare students to be aware on the relationship between user and space,
shaping space and articulation of form. Project 3 on the other hand it incorporates both the creativity
and its functionality.
Students are required to design a space for you by attaching it to the walls/surfaces of an imagined
‘city’ on an empty abandoned lot in between two buildings. The space is to fit a specific need of the
user (as a hideout space for viewing, transitional space, space for viewing, space for dreaming,
space showcasing and so to speak a getaway space for the user who wants to be alone) that best
fits the personality, occupation and character of the person that the user you are designing for.
This understanding is to be architecturally translated into a space that successfully establishes the
quality of the interior and articulation of exterior. Concept shall evidently show the experiential and
spatial quality. Students are also to consider how design is to be attached and harmonize with the
two existing buildings. Additional considerations should also be given to human scale and
dimensional requirements.

The final outcome shall be presented in both two dimensional and three dimensional means.
Submission:
Project 3a- ‘Narrative & Story telling’
 Group of 6-8 members each.
 Pick a familiar building in Kuala Lumpur and create a 5-10 minutes video
about it.
 Tell a story in the most creative way. Use architectural terminologies and using
principles and elements of architecture to describe the concept of the building.
(Such as materials, hierarchy, scale, character and others).Have fun (team
building activity)
Part 3: Interim Submission (Narrative & Design Exploration)
 Plans, Elevations & Sections
 Study Models
Part 3- Final Design Submission & Presentation
THREE (3)-Panel A-2 (Presentation board)
 Conceptual Sketches/Studies (Initial ideas & schemes)
 Orthographic view/ drawings (scale 1:50m)
-Floor plan(s)
- (2) Elevations (Front & one side)
- (1) Section
- (1) Interior Perspective or Axonometric showing interiors
(Use best scale as per tutor’s advice)
Scale Model (1:50 mts)
(Roof to be removable to show interior)
4. Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC) Portfolio
The Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities (TGC) Portfolio is a document that collates all assessments
produced in a module and reflects a student’s acquisition of the Module Learning Outcomes and
Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities.
 For students enrolled in the 2011 Programme Structure
The TGC portfolio is an edited A3-size bound document that includes all the assessments
produced in the module. Visual diary and process of work (packaged) are to be included as part
of the portfolio submission. Students must reflect on their learning through the TGC Portfolio
Form.
 For students enrolled in the 2012 Programme Structure onwards
Each student is to develop an e-Portfolio, a web-based portfolio in the form of a personal
academic blog. The e-Portfolio is developed progressively for all modules taken throughout
Semesters 1 to 5, and culminates with a final Portfolio in printed form produced in the final
semester. The printed Portfolio must encapsulate the acquisition of Programme Learning
Outcomes and Taylor’s Graduate Capabilities, and showcases the distinctiveness and identity of
the student as a graduate of the programme.

Marks and Grading Table (Revised as per Programme Guide 2013)
Assessments and grades will be returned within two weeks of your submission. You will be given
grades and necessary feedback for each submission. The grading system is shown below:
Grade Marks
Grade
Points
Definition Description
A 80 – 100 4.00 Excellent
Evidence of original thinking; demonstrated outstanding
capacity to analyze and synthesize; outstanding grasp of
module matter; evidence of extensive knowledge base.
A- 75 – 79 3.67 Very Good
Evidence of good grasp of module matter; critical capacity
and analytical ability; understanding of relevant issues;
evidence of familiarity with the literature.
B+ 70 – 74 3.33
Good
Evidence of grasp of module matter; critical capacity and
analytical ability, reasonable understanding of relevant
issues; evidence of familiarity with the literature.B 65 – 69 3.00
B- 60 – 64 2.67
Pass
Evidence of some understanding of the module matter;
ability to develop solutions to simple problems; benefitting
from his/her university experience.
C+ 55 – 59 2.33
C 50 – 54 2.00
D+ 47 – 49 1.67
Marginal Fail
Evidence of nearly but not quite acceptable familiarity with
module matter, weak in critical and analytical skills.
D 44 – 46 1.33
D- 40 – 43 1.00
F 0 – 39 0.00 Fail
Insufficient evidence of understanding of the module
matter; weakness in critical and analytical skills; limited or
irrelevant use of the literature.
WD - - Withdrawn
Withdrawn from a module before census date, typically
mid-semester. [refer to Description 1 below].
F(W) 0 0.00 Fail
Withdrawn after census date, typically mid-semester.
[refer to Description 2 below].
IN - - Incomplete
An interim notation given for a module where a student
has not completed certain requirements with valid reason
or it is not possible to finalise the grade by the published
deadline.
P - - Pass Given for satisfactory completion of practicum.
AU - - Audit
Given for a module where attendance is for information
only without earning academic credit.
Description 1: Week 3 to week 7 (inclusive) for long semester, or week 3 to week 5 (inclusive) for
short semester. A short semester is less than 14 weeks. Not applicable for audit and
Internship.
Description 2: After week 7 for long semester, or after week 5 for short semester. A short semester is
less than 14 weeks. Not applicable for audit and internship.

Hurdle Assessment Guideline for Architectural Design Studio
Hurdle assessments are compulsory requirements within individual modules that must be met in order
to achieve satisfactory results in those modules. The hurdle assessment for final submission of
Architectural Design Studio modules is set at 40%. Students who obtain a D grade (40 - 49) for final
submission and overall D grade or higher for the module will be permitted a resubmission assessment.
Students are required to obtain a minimum C grade in the resubmission to pass the module. Students
who obtain a Fail grade (0 - 39) for the final submission will fail the module, regardless of his/her overall
grade for the module. Failure of the module may impede student progression.
Module Schedule
Week/Date Topics/Readers/Reminders
Lecture Tutorial
Self-directed
Study
Hours Hours Hours
Week 1
23-27 March :Freshman Orientation &
Icebreaking activities
Module Orientation & Project Overview
:Download Module Outline, Project1 Brief and
Tutorial Log Sheet in Times
- - -
Week 2
30 March
01 April
:Briefing 1:
Project 1: ‘Representing Me’
:Lecture 1:
Topic: Generating and Abstracting Ideas
Understanding Design Processes
:Working on final art work design & model
:Download Module Project 1 Marking Sheet in
Times
-Formulating
Concept &
Abstraction &
Expression of
ideas.
-Finalization of
idea and type
of art form to
be best ‘self’
representation
Finalizing
Ideas concept
board and
working on
Artwork model
2 6 6
Week 3
06 April
08 April
:Working on final art work model
:Submission & Presentation
Project 1: Representing Me
:Download Project 2 Brief in Times
Finalizing
drawings &
models
Finishing
Model &
Board for
presentation
- 4 10
Week 4
13 April
15 April
:Briefing 2:
Project 2: ‘Life Capsule’
:Lecture 2:
Topics:
Part A-Elements & Basic Principles of
Design in Architecture
Part B-Elements & Principles of Design
in Architecture (Application)
-In-class
exercise:
Measuring
user
-Concept
writing.
-Sketching
ideas.
Research
work &
Generating
Concept
2 6 6

Week 5
20 April
22 April
:Lecture 3:
Topic: Self in Space
Anthropometrics & Human Dimension
:Lecture 4
Topic: Bringing Space to Life-
Presentation Techniques
-Show
sketches of
plan & study
model
-To show
finalize form
design
Finalizing
drawings and
model for
Interim
2 6 6
Week 6
27 April
29 April
:Interim Presentation
Project 2A: ‘The Shell’
:Lecture 5:
Topics:
Part A- Design Process & Exploration
Part B- Model Types & Cardboard Modelling
:Start Working on 1:1 Model and Finalization of
Drawings
-Feedback
on Design
-Show
sketches of
ideas.
Exploring
ideas and
concepts
further
2 6 6
Week 7
04 May
06 May
:Holiday (Wasak Day)
Allotted time to work on Working on
‘Furnitecture’ 1:1 Model
:Download Project in Times 2 Marking Sheet in
Times
Show final
design &
concept
Finalization
and execution
of drawings
and Actual
scale model
- 4 6
Week 8
11 May
15 May
:Allotted time to work on Finishing
1:1 Model- ‘Furnitecture’
:Submission and Presentation of
Project 2: Life Capsule
For public exhibition(outdoors)
:Download Project 3 Brief, List of Clients and
Tutorial Log sheet in Times
-In-class
exercise;
Interim
Presentation to
respective
tutors
Finalization
and execution
of drawings
and Actual
scale model
- - 12
18-22 May Mid-semester Break
(Non-contact Week)
- - -

Week 9
25 May
27 May
:Briefing 3:
Project 3: ‘Dream space for
the User’
Lecture 6:
Topic: Design Narrative and
Story Telling in Architecture
-Writing
Narrative and
exploring
concept/ideas
-Storytelling
exercise
Research
work &
Generating
Concept for
Form
Fieldwork,
create group
video
2 6 6
Week 10
01 June
03 June
:Lecture 7
Topic: Architecture The Art of Experience
1
-Show
sketches of
plan & study
model
-To show
finalize form
design
8
Research
work &
Generating
Concept for
Form ‘
6
Week 11
08 June
10 June
:Interim Presentation (Pin-up)
:Lecture 9:
Topic: Materiality in Architecture
Interim
Presentation to
lecturers
assigned
Exploring
ideas and
concepts
1 7 6
Week 12
15 June
17 June
Allotted time for Finalization of Design &
Presentation
Finalization
and execution
drawings and
scale model
- 8 6
Week 13
22 June
24 June
Allotted time for Finalization of Design &
Presentation
:Download Final Project Marking sheet, Schedule
of Presentation and Studio pin-up layout in Times
Finalization
and execution
drawings and
scale model
- 8 6
Week 14
29 June
30 June
:Submission of Final Project and pin-up
:Final Review Presentation
e- portfolio
- - -
Week 15 Study Leave Week (06-10 July) - - e- portfolio
Week 16 PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION (13-17 July) - - -
Note: The Module Schedule above is subject to change at short notice.

Reminder
Week 03 Friday (10 April) Last day to add /drop module.
Week 06 Friday (08 May) Last day for subject/module withdrawal with WD grade
Week 08 Friday (22 May) Online Student Registration
Week 09 Friday (29 May) Last day for Online Student Registration
Week 11 Friday (12 June) Online Course Evaluation & last day for subject/module
withdrawal with F (W) Grade
Week 12 Friday (19 June) Last day for completion of Online Course Evaluation
References
Main References:
1. D.K. Ching, F. Eckler, J.F. 2013. Introduction to Architecture. New Jersey: Wiley & Sons.
2. D.K. Ching, F. 2014. Architecture: Form Space and Order (4nd ed.). Van Nostrand Reinhold.
3. Agrest, Diana. 1993. Architecture from Without. The MIT Press
4. Antoniades, A. 1992. Poetics of Architecture. Van Nostrand Reinhold.
Secondary References:
1. Eckler, J.F. 2012. Language of Space and Form: Generative Terms for Architecture. New Jersey:
Wiley & Sons
2. Tanizaki, J. 1977. In Praise of Shadows. Connecticut: Leetes’s Island Books.
3. Pressman, A. 2011 Designing Architecture: The Elements of Process. Routledge.
4. Heatherwick, T. 2012. Thomas Heatherwick: Making Ideas. Thames & Hudson.
5. Unwin, S. 2011. Exercises in Architecture: Learning to Think as an Architect. Routledge
6. Richardson, Phyllis. 2001. S: Big Ideas, Small Buildings. Universe Publishing.

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