Episode 2.2- Pattern and geometry

Choose and exactly redraw your favorite pattern as a 2D figure using Autocad 2007. Observe the single geometrical elements that are composing the whole.

Draw both of the followings on an 11”x17” paper sheet:

-Your pattern selection as line drawing (black and white);

-Your pattern selection as it is, using colors or hatched zones, if necessary.

Scale to fit page.

Due Monday, Oct. 1st

PHASE 2: Patterned surfaces

Episode 2.1- Pattern analysis

You will search and analyze 2D patterns, and the evolution of their geometrical systems.

Explore the following fields:

- interior design, industrial design

- ornaments in architecture and art

- objects, furniture, lighting

- pavement, tiles, wall coverings, wall paper

- fashion, textile, fabrics

- nature

- science, mathematics

- culture

Collect 10 different digital images of patterns applications. Compose all the 10 images on a paper sheet of 11”x17”. Comment each image with a short explanatory caption (materiality, field of application, designer name,..etc.).

Go in the CoA Library and start to consult a list of selected books, reserved for our class:

The Pepin Press, Agile Rabbit Editions, www.pepinpress.com

· Weaving patterns

· Lace,

· Embroidery

· Ikat patterns

· Floral Patterns

· Medieval Patterns

· Renaissance

· Baroque

· Rococo

· Patterns of the 19^Th century

· Art Nouveau Designs

· Patterns of the 1930

· Chinese Patterns

· Japanese Patterns

· Islamic Designs

· Persian Designs

· Turkish Designs

· Elements of Chinese and Japanese Design

· Bacteria and other Microorganisms,

Schmidt P.,Tietenberg A., Wollheim R., Patterns in Design, Art and Architecture; · ISBN-10: 3764371846 · ISBN-13: 978-3764371845

The world of ornament

The World of Ornament, http://www.taschen.com/pages/en/search/result/1.htm

· ISBN-10: 3822821942 · ISBN-13: 978-3822821947

Due Wednesday, Sept. 26

Episode 1.2.7: due Monday, September 24

FINAL MODEL

Requirements: In addition to all of your process drawings, final 18”x24” final board and final photo prints, you are to have:

Construct your final model from white museum board. It should be made to open, exposing interior form.

Scale 1/2’ = 1’- 0

Class pin-up
End of phase 1

Episode 1.2.6: due Friday, September 21

FINAL BOARD and FINAL PHOTO PRINTS

Requirements: In addition to all of your process drawings, you are to have:

On 18” x 24” paper sheet, plot and compose the following vertically (18” as base), accordingly to a presentation layout using Photoshop and/or Illustrator:

- Three (3) final elevations (of cut surfaces), using 3D Studio
- Two (2) final episodic sections of spatial construction, using 3D Studio
- One (1) final rendered axonometric view of your light-as-solid, using 3D Studio
- Your significant series of diagrams using Autocad.
- Some explanatory text, footnotes, captions or key-words that clarify your concept and working process.

Scale may vary

On 8 1/2” x 11” photo paper print the following:

- One (1) final rendered axonometric view of your light box from outside, using 3D Studio
- One (1) final rendered perspective view of your light box from inside, using 3D Studio

Scale - 1:1 with your construction

Episode 1.2.5: due Monday, September 17

Play with solar light and place omni lights (one or two outside, one inside, properly set their intensities) until you find the ideal solution for your box. Establish your final light condition at 9 am, June 21, Chicago.

Choose the top surface of your box.

Consider your cuts as 3D spaces, as they project light towards the bottom interior surface (floor).

You should explore a reversal operation: light that enters in the box from the top surface become solid.

Render your box in wireframe mode (3D Studio).

On 8 1/2” x 11” paper print the following:

2 (two) Axon Diagrams / light as a solid.

Scale - 1:1 with your construction

Episode 1.2.4: due Friday, September 14

Manipulate the interior surface of your volume in order to intercept/trap/redirect the light developed from your narrative. At this point the openings should be fixed and you should concentrate on the articulation of the sectional properties of the inner void. Rework your digital model.

On 8 1/2” x 11” paper print the following:

Two (2) transversal episodic sections of your redesigned spatial construction.

Two (2) rendered perspectives/ Axons of the box interior

Scale - 1:1 with your construction

Episode 1.2.3: due Wed, September 12

Reconsider your design. In addition to your reworked digital model, develop and construct a physical study model of your project. You may now wish to consider various means of filtering the light as it enters your object.

Materials: Chipboard/tape/glue

Scale 1/2’ = 1’- 0”

Assignment 09-10-2007

Episode 1.2.2: due Monday, September 10

The box is a complete solid with an inner centered void.

Choose one light situation: 21 June at noon (12.00pm), summer solstice.

Redefine your cuts on the top surface and on two or three vertical surfaces.

Develop a three dimensional digital model showing how your object will need to be cut to articulate your narratives.

Use the computer to develop 2D study diagrams of the light/space, and to cut a series of rendered transversal sections. You may only use a white surface style.

On 8 1/2” x 11” paper print the following:

- 2D Diagrams of your cuts, stripes, bands, etc., with Autocad, Sketch-up, 3D Studio, etc. as preferred
- One (1) Axonometric view of the box, using 3D Studio
- Two(2) episodic transversal sections of spatial construction, using 3D Studio.
- Three (3) elevations (of cut surfaces), using 3D Studio
Scale - 1:1 with your construction

Create a digital folder: LIGHT BOX
Save all your drawings under subfolders (sections, elevations, plans, diagrams, axons…)
It is your responsibility to keep copies and traces of all the studio design process and phases.
Be organized and keep all your digital material in order on your computer.