Art 101 Architectural Theory PDF

9/19/2022 ART 101 BY: ARCH. MYREN C. DORADO SUBJECT OUTLINE ▪ M1 Introduction: Theory of Architecture ▪ M2 Elements of Design, Form, Space ▪ M3 Kinesthetic Quali...

9/19/2022 ART 101 BY: ARCH. MYREN C. DORADO SUBJECT OUTLINE ▪ M1 Introduction: Theory of Architecture ▪ M2 Elements of Design, Form, Space ▪ M3 Kinesthetic Quality of Space/ Circulation ▪ M4 Anthropometrics; Scale and Proportion ▪ M5 Chromatic Energy of Architectural Design ▪ M6 Proxemics; Territoriality ▪ M7 Sign, Symbols, & Cultural Basis ▪ M8 Perception of Space ▪ M9 Design Process ARCHITECTURE 1  9/19/2022 ARCHITECTURE ▪ originated from the Greek word Architekton ▪ Archi – great; tekton – builder ▪ Architecture is the art and science of building ▪ It is the conscious creation of utilitarian spaces with the deliberate use of material ▪ Architecture should be technically efficient and aesthetically pleasing ARCHITECTURE IS THE ART AND SCIENCE OF DESIGNING AND CONSTRUCTING BUILDINGS As per RA 9266 ▪ ARCHITECTURE IS THE ART, SCIENCE OR PROFESSION OF PLANNING IN THEIR TOTALITY TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THEIR ENVIRONMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF 2  9/19/2022 THEORY ▪ Analysis of a set of facts in relation to one another ▪ A belief, policy or procedure proposed or followed as the basic of action ▪ An ideal or hypothetical set of facts, principles or circumstances of a body of fact on science or art ▪ A plausible or scientifically acceptable general principles or body of principles offered to explain phenomena FORMS/TYPES OF THEORY ▪ DESCRIPTIVE ▫ Explains phenomenon or events; they are neutral and do not lean towards any ideology ▪ PRESCRIPTIVE ▫ Prescribes bases or guidelines ▪ CRITICAL ▫ Challenges relationships between architecture and society ARCHITECTURAL THEORY ▪ is the act of thinking, discussing and writing about architecture. ▪ It is the basis of Architectural design, education, criticism, discourse, and journalism. ▪ It is how categories of architecture are developed. ▪ Architecture and architectural theory are heavily dependant on each other, because like any art form, communication and discussion with one’s peers is incredibly important. 3