Theory of Architecture 01

Color Contrast and Visual Acuity-

Architectural Translation
Formative assessment 06
 Color Contrast and Visual Acuity-
Architectural
Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University

Monochromatic
SHADES OF RED

Polychromatic
TRIADIC COLORS
Pink, Yellow, Sky blue

Polichromatic
SIX COLORS
Grey, Maroon, Red, Pink, Yellow, Sky blue
 II. Translation

1. Which sketch do you prefer if the setting

is on urban area?

An urban setting is where opportunities and different kinds of infrastructures are located. Many cities have the
most astonishing buildings that give beauty, functionality, and stability to the place. If I were to choose among three
options, it would be monochromatic because it will provide an aesthetically pleasing feature, stand out, and be an
attention seeker in the middle of an urban setting. In my perspective, the primary color that I've used for this suits
the so-called 'city vibes.' Due to its cool red tone. For that reason, placing this in that specific location would scream
a vividly unique and empowered building.

2. Which sketch do you prefer in natural

setting near or within forest?

A building that can give a juxtaposition of colors and complement nature, which stands as the main background of
the building, should be built within its soil. For me, it would be the polichromatic, which has six different colors. I've
chosen the palette to be warmer, which I know will blend effortlessly with the said setting. I've always been fond of
greenery and just imagining how the mixture of colors will surely astound the people and nature itself. Once the
sun's rays hit the building, its colorful features will reflect its surroundings giving it a nacreous effect. Visualization
is the key for us to see what designs and elements we should include in creating a piece or even a structure;
therefore, this justifies that polichromatic is, for me, suits the best for the location.

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which sketch do you prefe
to your philos ophy, know ledge or the color usage,
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As an artist, I define what's behind every color that I've used to complete my masterpiece, and for that, I choose the
polychromatic among all three rendered buildings. Within that art, I was able to connect three different sides of
the color wheel: pink, yellow, and blue. Each of which has its representation in terms of who I am as a person.
Setting aside the discussed lessons regarding the meanings of color within a composition, for me, pink represents
persistence, blue for intellectuality, and yellow for optimism. Black and neutral colors, for instance, are more often
used these days for it gives the aesthetic and trend that all people want. However, if you put my preferred building
in the middle of all blacks and grey tones, mine would stand out. As a person pursuing one of the most complex
professions in the world, I believe that your creativity and uniqueness don't hinder your capabilities to produce a
revolutionized piece that many may find disturbing and exciting at the same time. For me, our imagination can
bring us to a whole different dimension where we can create a piece with knowledge and skills as our foundation.

 Theory of Architecture 01

ENRIQUEZ, ALYSSA LYN MARIE C.

Formative assessment 06