AD4
This semester our Studio 4 is back on track with physical classes and live representations which is what architecture is all about. AD4 is all about wellness and these are my works tutored by Mr Hazazi.
Architectural Design Studio IV
PROJECT 1
Disabilities Experience Pavilion
This is a group project of 3 people where we are required to design a pavilion for recreational purposes with the use of materials and spatial poetics for a chosen disability. Our project focuses on the user experiences of the mentally challenged OCD users which requires them to expose themselves to their peeves and help them to overcome them. We introduces all kinds of sensorial experiences in the pavilion to enable them to interact with the architecture through sound, touch and smell. Overall, we were satisfied with the outcome of our groupwork since we were very efficient in finishing the project on time and the our live presentation went quite smoothly.
PROJECT 2A
Site Analysis & Design Response
In AD4, the site we are assign to is located at Kepong Botani Garden. We were able to do a physical site visit this semester. Before the field trip, we were divided in to different groups which are each in charge of different topics so that we can combine our findings and research (natural feature, man-made features, demography, site contour and measurements, historical background etc) for the site analysis assignment later on to save time and manpower. During the site visit, I took many photos and recorded all my observations. The data each group collected are compiled and shared among all tutorial groups. With all the information from the site, we are required to conduct our site analysis and come up with a design response with our own tutorial group. Its been quite a while since I last worked in a large group of 13 people.
PROJECT 2B
Wellness Center PLUS
Ascentia is my proposed wellness center located next to the neighborhood of Taman Ehsan, Kepong Botani Garden. The concept is developed through site analysis and design responses of the site; Design narrative of the wellness center responds to the environment and community, as example the spaces are designed for various programmes to accommodate existing user and targeted user. The purpose of building enclosure's designed spaces are to encourage interaction amongst users by sharing different hobbies and interests within different age group. Thus the concept Reconnect: to disconnect the youth from the digital world and reconnect them with the environment. Mental illness is a disability causes anxiety and self isolation. Thus, Ascentia focuses on mental wellness, promoting self healing and interacting with new people.
REFLECTION
This marks the end of year 2. In a way, I do feel like it does gets harder and I have certainly struggled more this semester trying to adjust myself back into the normal circumstances before the pandemic. Out of all the semesters, I am especially displeased with the outcome of my final project. Now that I'm approaching my final year, I'm sure many will have high expectations of me and there certainly be an increased level of difficulties in coming projects. This will mean that I have to further prepare myself so that I do not repeat the same mistakes I made in this semester. Despite the struggles, I am relieved that I manage to pull through another semester.