Design 5

Space_Planning_2
by: Ar. Jefsie Antonio
 Space Planning
Space planning is a complex process with many factors
to consider. The principle of space planning involves
satisfying defined criteria on a priority basis. As a result
space planning is frequently about compromise. That
being said, there is more than one solution to planning
out space requirements of a building.
 SPACE PLANNING IN
ARCHITECTURE AND
RELATION OF SPACES.
The key steps in space planning, the questions
you must ask yourself and your client, and how
to create space planning diagrams from this
data.

1. Collect information
2. Interpret spaces: create space
3. Spaces and Spatial relationship
4. Create solution: Bubble diagram
5. Review and revise
 1.1 COLLECT INFORMATION
What queries or considerations would you have for the customer with
regard to space planning for a residential unit?

1.What is the family size and structure

2.Location of site
3. Number of levels
4. Family or individual interests and activities

The more data and information you gathered earlier, the simpler it will
be for you to analyze or develop space programming.
 1.2 CREATING A SPACE:
How People Interact With Their Environs.
Insider vs. outsider
Individual vs. community
Invitation vs. rejection
Openness vs. enclosure
Integration vs. segregation
Combination vs. dispersion

With this factors, we can start to develop a plan of

requirements.
1.3 SPATIAL RELATIONSHIP
AND ORGANIZATION OF
FORM AND SPACE.
Consider spaces and spatial relationships
How can spaces be related to one another?

Spatial relationships:
1. Space within a space
2. Interlocking Spaces
3. Spaces linked by a common space
4. Adjacent spaces
Organization of form and space: There are many different types of
spatial organization to consider, some of which are more naturally
suited to specific uses than others:
1. Centralized organization
Is a stable, concentrated composition that consists of a number of
secondary spaces grouped around a large, dominant, central space.

2. Linear Organization
Usually consists of repetitive spaces which are similar in size, form,
and function. It also consists of a single linear space that organizes
along its length a series of spaces that differ in size, form, or function.
And in both cases, each space along the sequence has an exterior
exposure.
3. Radial Organization
Are effectively a combination of linear and centralized organizations.
They have a central focal point from which linear forms radiate from.
Expansion in the radial organization is towards the exterior
surroundings.

4. Clustered Organization
Spaces that are grouped, collected, or gathered closely together and
related by proximity to each other. Clustered spaces can be
organized about a point of entry into a building or along the path of
movement through it. The spaces can also be clustered about a large
defined field or volume of space.
5. Grid Organization
It is comprised of a 3-dimensional composition of linear points. The
strong stable composition is obtained due to the continuity and
regularity created by the grid. The regular layout of columns and
beams constitutes the grid pattern.
As you design your places, take into consideration some
of the spatial organization:

1. What effects does the envelope have on the inside

spaces?
2. How will the room's contents be organized?
3. Are the rooms interconnected?
4. How does the circulation flow?
5. Are the room proportions comfortable?
 Developing Circulation:

Efficiency. How people move around the building from

room to room is just as important as the destination.
Discreetness. How efficient is the circulation in getting
from point A to Point B
Fluidity. What is the fluidity of circulation? Does the
circulation route clash with furnishing requirements?
 1.4 CREATE A SOLUTION:
Sketch Bubble Diagram.
It is time to begin drawing relationship diagrams when the
areas have been taken into consideration and the
requirements have been examined.
The schematic at this stage should instead focus on how each room
interacts with one another, as well as its size and other
characteristics.

Making the connection between fundamental spatial requirements

and a fully developed floor plan is made easier by the bubble
diagram. Refer back to the initial data gathered and the relationship
diagram throughout this process to make sure you are taking into
consideration all of the design requirements.
1.5 REVIEW AND REVISION OF
DRAWING.
After some solutions have been outlined, it is possible to
analyze them and identify any areas that may require
improvement.
 How will individuals go from one room to another?
Does the circulation divide the room?
Does guest traffic flow through private areas?
Are the windows and doors in an appropriate location?
Do they hinder or improve the larger spatial plan?
Does the plan correctly align with the site?
How effectively do the rooms relate to one another?
 After reviewing your initial concepts and sketches, you
can add more information and improve your drawing to
further develop your concept.