Selinay Kolcu
ARCH121-INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE
This courses is based on the past experience, current practice and some future aspiration regarding the course ARCH 121 Introduction to Architecture in TEDU Department of Architecture and is intended to be used for the purposes of similar courses.
Regulating Lines
In examining examples throughout history, we see that despite changes in time, people have always had a strong desire to establish order in their constructions, often using what we refer to as regulating lines. These lines serve as essential tools for architects, providing a framework to align elements proportionally and create a sense of balance and harmony in the design. As a result, these lines guide our perception, helping us see things in a more logical way and offering a sense of satisfaction.
What Does Music Mean?
For this assignment, we were asked to watch and discuss the first episode of Leonard Bernstein’s Young People's Concert, where he aims to expand children's understanding of music. His approach was truly impressive. I had never realized how closely architectural and musical terms are connected. It was an inspiring experience that definitely broadened my perspective.
"Leonard Bernstein, emphasizes what music does not necessarily “mean” in a literal sense more than what it means in a very clever and extraordinary way. How music expresses what we sometimes cannot even explain by 1000 words, with no need of words, how different melodies and rhythms can evoke specific feelings, how the “story” behind/of the musical composition does not contribute to the work itself nor the listener, but accompanies. Shortly, he tries to explain the abstraction of music the whole time. We can imply this matter into our work since we also deal with abstract art as architectural students. "