Introduction To Architecture & Design

Introduction To Architecture & Design

Discover the power of design in creating the spaces and objects that define our lives, a journey into innovation and aesthetic brilliance.

Course Instructor

Prof. Iyer Vijayalaxmi

Duration

8 Weeks

Course Fee

500

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About The Course

Introduction to Architecture and Design is an 8-week course offered by Prof. Iyer Vijayalaxmi Kasinath from School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada. This course unveils the fundamental principles that shape architecture and design development. It enables an understanding of blending aesthetics with functional and technical aspects. Delve into essential design elements and principles such as symmetry, proportion, scale, balance, variety, repetition and rhythm, and discover how these principles contribute to compelling and effective design and architectural compositions.

Course Instructor

Prof. Iyer Vijayalaxmi
Professor, School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada

Prof. Iyer Vijayalaxmi is a Professor at the Department of Architecture, School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada, An Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Govt, of India. Worked as a faculty of Architecture for the past 27 years out of which, served 12 years as a Professor. Specializes in Sustainable Built Environment. Been involved in Solar Decathlon India and a member of the Council of Architecture Sub Committee for including Climate Change in the Syllabus and Curriculum of Architecture in the Country.

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Content Overview

Course Duration: 8 Weeks

Week 1: Power of Architecture and Design In Our Life

  • Introduction to Architecture
  • Scope and Diversity
  • Introduction to Design
  • Elements and Principles of Architecture

Week 2: Elements of Architecture and Design

  • Element of Architecture-Point
  • Element of Architecture-Line
  • Element of Architecture-Line to Shape
  • Element of Architecture-Line to Shape, Shape to Form

Week 3: Principles of Architecture and Design- Aesthetics

  • Principles of Architecture - I
  • Principles of Architecture - II
  • Scale in Architecture and Graphics
  • Proportion in Architecture and Graphics

Week 4: Introduction to Composition

  • Shape Composition Using Tangrams
  • Shape Transformation Using Shape Grammar as a Tool
  • Exercise in Proportion
  • Exercise in Scale

Week 5: Principles of Architecture and Design of higher order

  • Repetition and Movement
  • Pattern and Unity
  • Rhythm and Variety
  • Hierarchy and Harmony

Week 6: Demonstration of how ‘what we think’ can become executable drawings

  • How to Draw Plans; Exercise involving Drawing Plan?
  • How to Draw Elevation; Exercise involving Drawing Elevation?
  • How to Draw Section; Exercise involving Drawing Section?
  • How to Draw Perspective; Exercise involving Drawing Perspective?

Week 7: Application of Principles in everyday life - (Logo Design, Jaali Design)

  • Abstraction as a tool for Creative Thinking
  • Colours and its moods
  • Tessellation for pattern creation
  • Orientation to Take Home Project and Entrance Examinations for Architecture and Design

Week 8: Summary of previous weeks - Introduction to Final Exam (Project)

  • Introduce Final Exam Project - Option 1 - Color Wheel
  • Introduce Final Exam Project - Option 2 - Tesselation
  • Introduce Final Exam Project - Option 3 - Golden Proportion
  • Summary, Conclusion and Ideas for Visits to Institution

Live Sessions: Weekly live interactive sessions on Saturdays

Assessment Layout

Assignments: The course includes the release of 4 bi-weekly online assignments (every alternate week). Students need to attempt at least 3 of these assignments and must achieve a minimum score of 40 marks in each to be eligible for the certificate.

Take-Home Project: An optional project consisting of questions that cover all the topics from the theory videos, accompanied by a small project report.

Final Exam: An optional online final exam designed to assess the knowledge gained throughout the course, which can only be attempted after completing and submitting the required assignments and the take-home project.

Certificate Acquisition

Participation Certificate - Check Sample Certificate

To receive this participation certificate, a student must pass 3 out of 4 assignments with an average score of at least 40 marks.

Completion Certificate - Check Sample Certificate

To receive this completion certificate, a student must fulfill the following criteria:

  1. A student must pass 3 out of 4 assignments with an average score of at least 40 marks.
  2. Submission of the take-home project is mandatory for the student.
  3. Once the above two conditions are satisfied, the student should attempt the final exam and must receive a minimum score of 40 marks.