ARCH 214 - Architectural Design Core Studio IV

Institution:

Roger Williams University

Subject:

ARCHITECTURE

Description:

Prerequisite: ARCH 213, MATH 136 or higherThis studio continues to develop the students' design process andexplores the concepts and strategies that have the capacity tosignificantly determine building form. Particular emphasis willbe placed on the relationship of design to program, structure andmaterials through the study of dwellings. Special attention willbe paid to an understanding of human scale and its impact upondesign. Short sequential exercises enable students to develop anunderstanding of the use of different materials and their structuralimplications. Bearing wall, columnar (including free-plan) andmodular building systems will be studied. These shorter problemswill be followed by a longer assignment that uses different urbansites in a variety of locations as the catalyst for an investigation intohow the fundamental human need for shelter is affected by regionaland cultural precedents and particular climatic conditions. Studentsare asked to address basic environmental issues by consideringpassive strategies for heating and cooling. The development ofgraphic, computer and three-dimensional communication skillsdevelopment are also continued. Faculty lectures will be integratedinto the semester and a digital portfolio will be required. Minimumpassing grade of "C" required.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rwu.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 253-1040

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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