Selinay Kolcu
ARCH 101-BASICS OF DESIGN
Introduction to basic concepts and general trait of design. Abstraction and conceptualization. Relations and design operations. Development of mental, perceptual and manual skills to study and present design ideas.
PIN-UP
we have been developing a 3D organization by applying operations to units to create a structured and cohesive design. Now, it's time to refine and finalize your work by revisiting and improving the foundational design unit, the series of operations applied (such as moving, rotating, and scaling), the grouping methods, and the role of linear elements both within individual groups and across the entire construct. Additionally, focus on refining how these linear elements contribute to the overall organization and ensure the ordering principles effectively guide the final 3D structure.
PRE-JURY
I will present the finalized 3D organization, showcasing both the physical and conceptual aspects of the design.
First, the physical model has been crafted with the utmost precision to represent the overall structure. Additionally, I have created physical models of three distinct unit types, highlighting their individual characteristics and their contribution to the whole.
The poster presentation includes several key components:
A Design Operations Catalog, which details the main operations—such as move, rotate, and scale—used to define the organization of volumes at various levels, including units and groups.
Black-and-white photographs of the physical models with clean, uncluttered backgrounds to emphasize the design’s form and detail.
A Strategy/Organizational Diagram, illustrating the conceptual framework and organizational logic of the design.
A 3D Axonometric Drawing, where I’ve highlighted significant elements, operations, and key volumes to provide clarity and focus.
Finally, the Orthographic Drawings, which include two views and one section. These drawings maintain consistent scale and linework, with important volumes highlighted for emphasis.
This comprehensive presentation aims to clearly communicate the design's processes, strategies, and final outcomes.
FINAL-JURY
I am presenting my project, Riff, which explores the design and organization of 3D structures. This presentation includes both physical models and visual documentation to effectively communicate the process, strategy, and final outcomes.
First, let me introduce the physical models:
The primary physical model has been crafted with precision and attention to detail to reflect the overall structure of the project.
In addition, I have prepared models of three unit types and/or groups, highlighting their individual roles within the larger composition.
Next, accompanying the physical models is a poster containing the following elements:
A Design Operations Catalog, which documents the main operations used to define volumes—such as move, rotate, and scale—at various organizational levels (units, groups, etc.). These operations were modeled in Rhino to ensure precision and clarity.
Black-and-white photographs of the physical models, with clean and simple backgrounds to emphasize the forms. These images are economical in number and size, as the physical models will be displayed alongside the poster. On these photographs, I’ve highlighted key organizational rules, strategic elements, and significant volumes.
A Strategy/Organizational Diagram, digitally produced, to outline the overall structure and conceptual framework.
Orthographic Drawings, including two views and one section, rendered with consistent linework and scale. Significant volumes are highlighted for clarity.
A 3D Axonometric Drawing, focusing on strategic elements, operations, and volumes. To emphasize the hinge within the design, I’ve zoomed in on a specific point and enlarged it by two times.
A 3D Exploded Axonometric Drawing, which deconstructs the design by separating groups of elements and volumes based on the organizational strategy. This shaded and rendered view uses colored and contoured highlights to differentiate components.
Lastly, the project includes an animation showcasing the design in motion. A QR code linking to this animation will be available on the poster for easy access on jury day.
