To begin with, this project introduced us to the modern masters and their works by investigating the architectural elements applied in the chosen building. For our group, we did Farnsworth house designed by Mies Van Der Rohe. Mies Van Der Rohe is famous for the minimalist and simplicity in the design. We analysed the form and spaces in the building and translated it into diagrammatic expression drawings and models. Concepts such as transparency, hierarchy, proportions can be derived from the Farnsworth house. Different concepts and keyword are highlighted from the Farnsworth house. The concepts will be further developed in the next project as well.
Throughout the learning process, I am able to learn about precedent studies about modern architecture with the group. The analysis of the works had inspired me by gaining understanding about the concept and philosophy of each modern master. I also learnt that different materials, forms and alignment of structures can represent the concepts derived. The diagrammatic expression skills will be useful to communicate ideas in the future.
