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Design Studio D (ABPL90438)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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Summer Term
Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
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This subject challenges students to creatively compose and strategically organise space for a complex programme.

A variety of independent studios will be offered for preferencing by ballot prior to the start of semester. Programmes and sites will vary and may include civic, urban, housing, institutional, community or commercial typologies in urban, suburban, or regional settings. Common to all studios will be medium to large scale buildings with complex briefs.

Through a process of careful analysis of function, creative exploration of three-dimensional form and space, study of precedents, and application of contemporary design theories and techniques, students will be expected to develop architectural designs that demonstrate mastery over spatial organisation and experiential dynamics.

Architectural designs produced by students will be expected to integrate selected spatial requirements set out in the National Standards of Competency for Architects (NSCA) and in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and consider environmental and ethical impact.

Students will be expected to communicate a complex design vision in a clear and professional manner

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Apply design research techniques to iteratively explore spatial organization and experiential dynamics of design options in plan, section and three-dimensional models.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of relevant and contemporary design precedents and theories.
  • Successfully and imaginatively develop, and refine, the design of a medium to large scale complex building for function, delight, safety, and equitable access.
  • Critically evaluate design outcomes in relation to relevant professional practices.
  • Communicate the design vision in a clear and professional manner.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of, and engagement with, relevant professional knowledge including selected Performance Criteria (PC) from the National Standard of Competency for Architects (NSCA) - PC3, PC12, PC16, PC18, PC23, and PC24.

Generic skills

  • An understanding of ethical responses to issues.
  • Identification of emerging trends in practice.
  • Visual and oral presentation techniques.
  • Three-dimensional representation.
  • Critical thinking and analysis.
  • Capacity for independent thought and reflection.
  • Creative response to complex problems.

Last updated: 17 May 2024