what is architecture?

Lecorbusier ““Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.” Louis Kahn - “Architecture is the reaching out for the truth.” Zaha Hadid - “Architecture is really about well- being. I think that people want to feel good in a space....” defined Lecorbusier, louis kahn, zaha hadid

concept architecture begins with an idea, a concept, a vision

solution to a set of problems an architect is a problem solver

form verses function

making of space space can be made in many ways

“I prefer drawing to talking. Drawing is faster, and leaves less room for lies.” Lecorbusier process every line has a meaning

structure how does the building stand? structure how does the building stand?

circulation how do you move through a building? circulation how do you move through a building?

function the importance of understanding function

floor a floor is a surface on ground

wall walls are all around you wall walls are all around you

roof / ceiling look above you

environment architecture also the ‘built environment’

light and shadow how does light enter a space?

material aesthetic, performance, function

“Architecture starts when you carefully put two bricks together. There it begins.” Mies Van De Rohe