Thinking about Architecture: Architectural Design Theory on "Representation"

Send us Fan MailThis discussion focused on Chapter 1 on "Representation" from Colin Davies' book called "Thinking about Architecture: An Introduction to Architectural Theory". It's that time of year again when we have to prepare for our classes before the semester starts. I was also thinking about the 'Artistic Process vs Architectural Design Process' at the side, with an eye on the architecture design studio programs that students in the first degree of architecture will be undertaking soon. Other than talking about the styles and periods, such as Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, Modern Architecture, Post Modern Architecture etc., let's focus on what the author of this important book has to say on the nature of architecture in an easy readable way for all, students and academics alike. We need to think about the 'aesthetics, representational and architectural language' and not just based on 'functional and utilitarian' aspects alone in design. But there is a structure to this! Let the perspectives from the arts and humanities, in studying philosophies and theories, having arguments and debates about architectural representations get back to our architectural mainstream thoughts. The artwork shows a moment of the final crit of the 2009-10 design thesis batch, with Wayne Ng (now a registered architect) defending his work with the external critics.Support the showDo subscribe for premium content and special features which will help to support and sustain Talk Architecture podcast on a more in-depth explanation on design thesis and processes. These special commentaries and ‘how to’ explanations are valuable insights and knowledge not found elsewhere!