Semester 1.5 was entitled Architecture and Environment. The module was dedicated to learning and understanding the shared relationship that exists between the architectural and its surrounding environment. For the first project, we tackled modern problems of daylight allowance and the state of thermal comfort. We did this through a case study, taking the form of group work. Each group consisted of 6 students who were to present their best solutions for these problems that persist in modern houses. The groups had to choose one type of house and one type of space (daylighting or thermal comfort). This assignment consisted of research, fieldwork, as well as observation of a selected house.
The project was to be presented in the format of an A2-size research-focused poster. Our poster, including infographics, is presented below—as well as in PDF format at the bottom of the page.
Outcome
Reflection
We chose a semi-detached corner plotted modern house, which has issues with extreme heat since in the west side and all the natural ventilation openings (windows) are in the west. We solved these problems by introducing a lily pond and more plantations in the garden which will help with the extreme heat during the day.
Through this assignment we learnt, most valuably, how to plan a house in a more sustainable and less carbon footprint-heavy structure.
Presentation Slides
Presented in the icon on the left is the PDF file created for the first assignment of semester 1.5. The downloadable file is 3 pages long.