Project 1 : Defining and Documenting a Project
Project 1: On-site Observation Journal
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Students have to observe, sketch and document the physical and the immediate context of the site. It can be from an element as broad as the urban planning itself down to the smallest detail of the ornaments used in the building.
Learning Objectives:
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To train students to be observant to their surrounding.
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To instill the culture of documenting as part of the learning process in architectural education.
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To enhance students’ graphic communication skills in capturing important details and the spirit of the place.
Site: Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple
Located in Johor Bahru town city centre along Jalan Trus, the Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple is one of the oldest standing religious structures in Johor Bahru. It was functional since 1870. A heritage building contrasts against the towering buildings nearby.
Project 2 : Report
The report is an additional document that accompanies the set of drawings for the building that is measured during the semester. Basically, the report will elaborate on the significance of the building measured from various aspects such as architectural, historical and cultural.
Learning Objectives:
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To document the significance of the building to accompany the measured drawings.
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To enable students to analyse the relationship between architecture and the significance of the building as well as its inhabitation.
Project 3 : Measured Drawings & Model
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Students will be assigned to measure and document a historical / architecturally significant or heritage building and translate all the data into a set of drawings. The model will provide additional physical information of the building.
Learning Objectives:
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To produce a set of measured drawings of a historical and/or architecturally significant building or structure in a specific location.
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To provide on-site exercise where students are required to execute fieldwork and hands-on measuring exercise.