E-Portfolio by Teoh Jin Wen
Project 1: The Serial Geometric Tattoo Transformation I Geometry and Form
(Group) In a group of 6, we were to each develop a series of tattoo stamps into key models through the application of design elements and principles. This project was divided into 6 parts, each lasting a week.
This project aimed to teach us Expressions through Architecture Design Elements and Principles, cultivating a basic understanding of the architectural design elements and principles, processes and approaches in generating ideas, developing designs, creating geometric
2D artworks and transforming them into 3D form.
TYPE 3 Skeletal Model for Part 5 - Form Manipulation
Design Intentions and Process
Part 1 - Sketching of Design Elements and Principles – Geometric Tattoo
Through freehand drawings, we first brainstormed 5 different designs each for 4 categories of shapes:
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Circle
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Square
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Triangle
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Mix
Splitting the work among the 6 of us, I was in charge of creating 4 tattoo stamps: 1xSquare, 1xCircle and 2xTriangles. The stamps had to be 8cm x 8cm in size.
Firstly, we discussed together in studio and came up with several sketches. The following are the initial sketches for my designs.
Afterwards, we brought our sketches together and picked which was able to showcase the intended design elements and principles best. Then, we developed them into final stamps for part 1.
The following 4 were chosen to be developed further in part 2
Part 2 - The Rules of Geometry – Drawing Geometry
Now we could use tools such as rulers and compass to emphasize geometry in our designs. The following are how the final product for this stage turned out. I had a heavier use of lines to add depth an d hint at direction.
Part 3 - Composition
At this stage, we had to choose 2 out of the 20 tattoo stamps to be developed into 6 new, larger designs each (13cm x 13cm). We also had to implement a theme and the use of composition layouts. No two drawings based on the same part2 tattoo stamp could use the same composition.
After weighing which tattoo stamps we liked best with our tutor, we decided on these 2, designed by Qistina Maszeallan and Shane Daniel respectively:
We split the work once more, each of us tackling a drawing for each tattoo stamp.
The following are what I produced.
Word Theme: Colliding
Composition Technique: Linear
Word Theme: Intersecting
Composition Technique: Triangle Rule
Part 4 - Extraction transformation of 2D and 3D
Now, we were to choose a single design out of the 12 13cm x 13cm tattoo stamps to be developed into 6 models. We decided that the design with the most potential was this one, illustrated by Lok Wen Hua.
He used a centralized composition technique with a strong use of geometric shapes overlapping one another. We were to now translate this into a 3D form, keeping the fundamental design visible from plan view.
Along with keeping the integrity of the design, we also had to implement transformation techniques as we translated it into 3D.
I chose to use a submerging technique to make the structure appear to be sinking at its center, using slight slopes and bevels to apply a sense of depth. However, I did not put enough thought into elevation views.
Part 5 - Form manipulation
Now, near the end of the project, we were to choose one 3D artwork from part 4 and develop it further into three types of models, two each, size 15cm x 15cm x 15cm
TYPE 1 - Built Up to a Cube
TYPE 2 - Sculpt or Dissect a Cube
TYPE 3 - Skeletal
If I'm not mistaken, we chose Qistina's part 4 artwork (below) as a base for these models.
Choosing TYPE 3, I based a skeletal model around the orientating squares present in the original design of part 3 as well as the use of wood in the chosen part 4 artwork.
The following was my thought process + the model created for part 5. It was a little unstable, which would be improved in part 6.
Part 6 - Refinement and presentation preparation
Here, we were to choose three of the six models in part 5 and create a final artwork of 20cm in height, width and length, improving them in design.
I gave the final structure: "CORE", a sturdier base and removed unnecessary opaque elements. The final structure is as you see below. I retained its suspended core structure as well as the original plan view pattern from part 3 and 4.
Final Presentation Video
Final Presentation Boards
Reflection
Overall, the experience I had working in this group was enjoyable. I was able to connect and work with them as a team and participate in the overall design process, learning from different perspectives. I was also able to cultivate the following:
MLO 1
MLO 1 - Produce design concepts through the process of exploring various sources and abstracting ideas.
By basing new ideas off each other's previous work and feedback, we were open to different ideas and possibilities.
MLO 2
MLO 2 - Identify key architectural design elements and principles and
employ them in creating an architectural composition that
demonstrates space-making.
I gained a clearer understanding of architectural design elements and principles, along with composition and transformation techniques.
MLO 5
MLO 5 - Demonstrate satisfactory manual drawing and model-making skills to represent and communicate the design.
I was able to improve on my illustration and design communication skills through the understanding and application of techniques.
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LIFELONG lEARNING
TGC 2.3. Be intellectually engaged
By actively participating in tutorial sessions and group discussions, I was open to different perspectives and absorbed the module lessons effectively.
