The Importance of Architecture

At its roots, architecture exists to create the physical environment in which people live, but architecture
is more than just the built environment, it's also a part of our culture. It stands as a representation of
how we see ourselves, as well as how we see the world.

Architectural design is primarily concerned with functionality. A building has to meet the needs of the
person or people using it. Safety is also a primary concern; a new building needs to be structurally
sound, designed to withstand the test of time and built in-line with current building regulations.

Why do we deign buildings ?

Fundamental building design still plays a big role in overall building performance. On a typical building
project, building shape/form alone can influence energy use by 10 to 15%. Combine that with the
influence of glazing, which can often influence building performance in the 15-25% range.

What is the purpose of design in architecture?

Architectural design is a discipline that focuses on covering and meeting the needs and demands, to
create living spaces, using certain tools and especially, creativity. Therefore, the aim is to combine the
technological and the aesthetic, despite the general belief that architecture is only a technological task.

What is the purpose of design drawing?

Design drawings are used to develop and communicate ideas about a developing design: In the early
stages of the project phase (during the design and tender process) they might simply dewmonstrate to
the client the ability of a particular design team to undertake the design.

architecture

/ˈɑːkɪtɛktʃə/

noun

the art or practice of designing and constructing buildings.

"schools of architecture and design"

synonyms: building design, planning, building, construction, architectonics

the complex or carefully designed structure of something

How is architecture made?

Architectural design is primarily driven by the holistically creative manipulation of mass, space, volume,
texture, light, shadow, materials, program, and Realistic elements such as cost, construction and
technology, in order to achieve an end which is aesthetic, functional and often artistic.

What is the most important aspect of architecture?

But, at the end of the day, the MOST important part of architecture is one thing and one thing only:
requirements. Without requirements, you have no idea if you are actually designing a solution that
matters.

Elements of Architecture

Scale & Proportion. Scale refers to a building's size in relation to its surroundings and other objects,
including the human body. ...

Balance. One way to consider balance in architecture is to examine a building's symmetry. ...

Light. ...

Color. ...

Line. ...

Texture. ...

Ornament. ...

Rhythm.

design

/dɪˈzʌɪn/

noun

a plan or drawing produced to show the look and function or workings of a building, garment, or other
object before it is made.

"he has just unveiled his design for the new museum"

synonyms: plan, blueprint, drawing, scale drawing, sketch, outline, map, plot, diagram, delineation,
draft, depiction, representation, artist's impression, scheme, model, prototype, proposal

a decorative pattern.

"pottery with a lovely blue and white design"

synonyms: pattern, motif, device, style, arrangement, composition, make-up, layout, constitution,
configuration, organization, construction, shape, form, formation, figure
purpose or planning that exists behind an action, fact, or object.

"the appearance of design in the universe"

synonyms: intention, aim, purpose, plan, intent, objective, object, goal, end, target, point, hope, desire,
wish, dream, aspiration, ambition, idea

How do u define design?

: to create, fashion, execute, or construct according to plan : devise, contrive. design a system for
tracking inventory

The elements of design are the fundamental aspects of any visual design which include shape, color,
space, form, line, value, and texture. Graphic designers use the elements of design to create an image
that can convey a certain mood, draw the eye in a certain direction, or evoke a number of feelings.

What are the 4 main elements of design?

Everything you can see has a design. When you describe something you see, you use words that tell
about the lines, shapes, colors, textures, and spaces. Line, shape, color, texture, and space are the basic
elements of design.

In addition to shape, there are six visual properties that define form:

Size. The width, length, and depth of a form – its dimensions – are what help determine its
proportions. ...

Color. Color results from the reflection of light on a surface. ...

Texture. ...

Position. ...

Orientation. ...

Visual inertia. ...

Circle. ...

What are the properties of form in architecture?

A number of aspects must be considered in order to analyze or design an architectural form, including
shape, mass / size, scale, proportion, rhythm, articulation, texture, color, and light.

What defines a space in architecture?

Space is one of the elements of design of architecture, as space is continuously studied for its usage.
Architectural designs are created by carving space out of space, creating space out of space, and
designing spaces by dividing this space using various tools, such as geometry, colours, and shapes.

the main elements defining a space are walls, roofs, floors, coloumns and beams. Interior design
considers a deeper definition of space concerned with its layout, furnishing and planning.

Positive space refers to the subject or areas of interest in an artwork, such as a person's face or figure in
a portrait, the objects in a still life painting, or the trees in a landscape painting. Negative space is the
background or the area that surrounds the subject of the work.

What is the negative space?

Negative space is the space around and between the subject of an image. Negative spaces are actual
shapes that share edges with the positive shape. Just as important as the object itself, negative space
helps to define the boundaries of the positive space and brings balance to a composition.