MIT OpenCourseWare http://ocw.mit.edu 4.500 Introduction to Design Computing Fall 2008 For information about citing these materials or our Terms of Use, visit: http://ocw.mit.edu/terms.4.500 Introduction to Design Computing Prof. Larry Sass Department of Architecture and Planning MIT Lecture 1 Course Overview[1] Architectural Design Process [2] Design [3] Computers in the Field of Architecture [4] CAD [5] Designing a Cabin on the Beach[1] Architectural DesignArchitectural Design A process of problem solving and problem setting to produce design products It is a creative process in search of high quality design results Design is used to determine appearance, function, form and detailDesign: PROBLEM SETTING = Idea Building Design: PROBLEM SOLVING = Subdividing Ideas into Constructible parts[2] Creative DesignCreative Process Object Creation (Physical Model) Reflection/View (Discussion Around Model) Manipulation/Change (New Physical Model)Creative Process Consultants Construction Consultants Designer A B C Text D Building[3] Computers in the Field of ArchitectureComputers Architects use computers to create documents and build Sometimes renderings On occasion build – digital fabricationDRAWINGS MODELS DATA VISUALIZE ANIMATION DIGITAL FABRICATION[4] CADTypes of Documents (CADD) CAD DRAWINGS ARE FOR: Sketches Drawing Models Renderings CAD files for buildingDESIGN DRAWINGS Lines Close Lines are broken into categories or layers Accuracy counts Drawing Title Drawing Scale Section Makers North Arrow[5] Designing a CabinConcord River The SiteB E A C H C O T T A G E •High ceiling helps keep indoor air cooler •Balconies provide sheltered areas for work and relaxation •Big windows allow for ample views of the scenery •Full kitchen for self-sufficiency •Daylight is controlled for plenty of light but not excessive heat gain•Covered exposed joists with a surface to diffuse light from new window •Corner window by the desk for better views •Added Steps •Bigger window •Removed window from the kitchen Major ChangesSection CutRapid PrototypeProject Presentation Exam 1. Description • Project Exam is a paper turn in and a 2. Site Plan slide presentation3. Floor Plan 4. Elevation 5. Section 6. Rendering Axonometric – Monochrome 7. Rendering – Texture Mapped* 8. Model Section - Detail – 1:6 9. Model Section - Detail 1:1 10. Rendering Detail – Monochrome*
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