TASK

In project 2, our task was to design a -5m cube self-isolation structure expressing our personal experiences during the lockdown period. We also required to do a research on ergonomics, materials, joints, anthropometrics in order to proceed the assignment.

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OBJECTIVES

To create and work a tectonic installation and understand material, quality of space and articulation form.

To introduce basic understanding of tectonics with timber and the supporting material, design principles and architectural terminologies on application to spatial and form configuration.

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PROGRESS

My design intention was to create a space for my choesen banal action which is laying. My primary material is timber and my design is a 3 laying boards to express my pandemic experience by laying down with different angles.

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REFLECTION

In Project 2, I learnt about tectonics, ergonomics and anthropometrics and how they are important to express emotions and feelings. I also learnt about the uses of different materials, it's advantages and disadvantages, and was introduced the varieties of joints and joineries.