1.08 -- Short Clip In relation to chosen staircases

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1.07 -- Concept #2

 

Accompanying Sketch

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Below is a section of the chosen 3D Model viewing from the entrance. 

Material Selection: Primarily concrete and steel structure with a solid foundation; Wooden floorboards; Glass Panels

Responding Words: Craft (v.), Resonate (v.)

Texture will be applied during the remainder of the studio session with the following: 

1.06 --  36 Textures

  
The above 36 words were grouped into separately into three lists; above, below and in between.  Then the appropriate textures were sketched for each word.  Whilst some of these may not represent the word directly, it was deliberate to make the drawings slightly abstract to evoke some thinking.

1.05 -- 3D Model of Chosen Staircases


[A]

Above is the chosen staircase design for Ono, which will connect the showroom floor with the above level.  Columns that hold the landing up will be shown in a later incorporation of the stair with the room.  Although there is a slight change in shape from the original sketch to the developed model, the basic shape is still evident in the draft.  The steps were intended to be shallow and easy to walk on to reduce chances of accidents and hence prevent injuries from occurring, while the minor irregularity of the step heights and shape mirror the large variety of works created by Ono.  When viewed from above (plan to be shown later), one can see the distinct shape of a fish, the primal ingredient of the sushi maker.  This evokes a sense of connection between the purpose of the room, as well as the products that are created in this space.

Furthermore, the selected materials for the stairs and landing is primarily reinforced steel and wood with a lacquered finish.  This is to compliment the boards on which Ono will present his creations.  


After importing it with model:

 



[B]

  

 

The second set of staircases were inspired by the circular shapes of the original sketch.  Designed for Stradivari, these steps link the basement to the showroom via a ~200 degree circle.  This is evident when viewing the plan as shown in the first figure.  Furthermore, the slight twist mirrors the products made underground, and has a lasting effect on the people who embrace these stairs frequently.  While the steps are not yet attached, a method is currently being devised.  The most idea material would be concrete or an alternate material with a high density.  This is to compliment the material of the basement which is required to be of such nature to preserve the acoustics of the violins made by Stradivari. 

 After importing it with model:

1.04 -- 8 Stair Sections

1. For Ono (chosen)

      

2. For Stradivari

 

3. For Stradivari (chosen)

4. For Ono

1.03 -- Concept #1

Currently incomplete.. Model with one set of walls taken off exposes interior with basic steps plus ramp. Three storey building; chosen clients: Jiro Ono and Shinya Kimura.   Preliminary selected words: natural (adj.), presentation (n.), craft (v.) and complex (adj.), maintenance (n.), cycle (v.) for clients A and B respectively.  More research will be taken to finalize textures, stair shapes and layout. 

Accompanying Sketch

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Draft #1 w/ greater space setting

Material Selection: 

Primarily concrete and steel structure with a solid foundation; Wooden floorboards; Glass Panels


Responding Words: 

Craft (v.), Spacious (adj.)

 1.02 -- 18 Sketches



Below are 18 sketches showing a draft of all the possible concepts I came up with. The corresponding keywords for each sketch read in a clockwise an anticlockwise direction starting from the top left. 

1. Natural, Spacious
2. Natural, Resonate
3. Natural, Balance
4. Craft, Spacious

5. Craft, Resonate
6. Craft, Balance
7. Presentation, Spacious
8. Presentation, Balance

9. Presenation, Resonate
10. Complex, Natural
11. Complex, Presentation
12.Complex, Craft

13. Maintenance, Spacious
14. Maintenance, Resonate
15. Maintenance, Balance
16. Cycle, Presentation

17. Cycle, Natural
18. Cycle, Balance

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Chosen Key Words

Client A - Jiro Ono: Natural (adj.), presentation (n.), craft (v.)

Client B - Antonio Stradivari: Spacious (adj.), balance (n.), resonate (v.)


Note: Some bonus sketches included with extra keywords just for brainstorming ideas

Arch1101 2013
  
1.01 -- Prelecture


[A]

This is a model bridge that I constructed for a project in Yr 12 Engineering Studies.  It encompasses a truss lattice design with struts linking the bracing to the deck below.  Using thin strips of balsa wood, little triangles were cut out to form the base of the gussets.  This ensures the joints are stable and immobile while it undergoes vigorous testing by applying both tensile and compressive forces.  For added originality, the bridge was constructed at a slight angle with the walls slanting outwards, breaking away from the conventional design of modern engineering standards. 

Earlier this year, I was lucky enough to visit this destination as part of my travel itinerary.  Based on my passion for modern architecture, I consider this to be of a great form mainly due to its originality and sheer beauty.  After some research, I manage to discover how how the architect's design was initially inspired by a deck of cards. What makes the resort even more unique is the placement of a 'ship' on top that features an infinity pool with views to around central Singapore.   

What can I say? Everybody likes food.  And since the criteria doesn't specifically indicate the type of images to post, please enjoy this beautiful picture of a meal that I had.  Shown is a medium rare steak with all the trimmings from North Ryde Rsl.  I urge you, please go there and try it for yourself.  You will not be disappointed. 

[B]

Torque (n.)

Rotate (v.)

Mechanical (adj.)

Resonance (n.)

Compose (v.)

Antique (adj.)

Symbolism (n.)

Slice (v.)

Organic (adj.)