Courthouse Complex

Project
Elevations Design

TA. Mai Ali Sinousy

Content
Agenda

1 Elevation Checklist

2 Elevation Process

3 Elevation Presentation

4 Conclusion
1- Elevation Checklist
Site Analysis:
Understand the site context, including topography, 1 2 3
climate, and surrounding structures.

Design Concept: Architectur

Establish a clear design concept that informs the Entrances Planes
al Style
elevation.

Balanced Composition:
Strive for visual balance in the composition of the
elevation.

Focal Points: 4 5 6
Identify focal points on the elevation that draw attention.
Ensure that these focal points align with the overall Fenestration
design concept. Heights
(Solids & Material
Material Selection: Voids)
Choose materials that enhance the aesthetics and
functionality of the elevation.
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Architectural Style
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Architectural
Styles
Select the Style
Elevation Components
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Architectural
Styles
Select the Style

Contemporary Architectural Style

Elevation Components

Modern Architectural Style

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Entrance Enhancement
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Entrance
How to enhance
it?
1-Continuous Slab
Elevation Components
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Entrance
How to enhance
it?
2-Canopy
Elevation Components
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Entrance
How to enhance
it?
3- Recission
and Projection
Elevation Components
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Entrance
How to enhance
it?
4-Adding a Wall
Elevation Components
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Planes Variety
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Planes
Variety in planes

DO
Elevation Components
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Fenestration Balance
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Fenestration
Proportions
Scale
Area
Elevation Components
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Fenestration
Proportions
Scale
Area
Elevation Components
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Fenestration
Proportions
Scale
Area
Elevation Components
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Fenestration
Proportions
Scale
Area
Elevation Components
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Heights Variety
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Heights
Variety
Function
Masses Enhance
Elevation Components
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Heights
Variety
Function
Masses Enhance
Elevation Components
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Materials Variety
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Materials
Variety
Environment
Views
Elevation Components
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Materials
Variety
Environment
Views
Elevation Components
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Materials
Variety
Environment
Views
Elevation Components
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Materials
Variety
Environment
Views
Elevation Components
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Taking into Consideration:
Environme
ntal Aspect

Materi
North al

2 South 3

Social Economica
Aspect l Aspect
View Street

Terrac Height
es
 2- Elevation Process

1 2 3

Check the
Lines Presentati
previous
Projection on
Criteria

Social
Width Entrance and
(Bounda Fenestra Economi
ries) cal
tion

Heights
Verticals Arch.
Environ
Style
mental
Fenestra
tion
 3- Elevation Presentation
Presenting architectural elevations effectively involves
combining visual clarity, clear communication, and a
compelling narrative.

Line
Weight

Materials

Shade
and
Shadow
3- Elevation Presentation
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 4- Conclusion: Design Principles
Creating effective and aesthetically pleasing architectural
elevations involves considering various design principles.

Are elements on the elevation Is there a consistent design

Scale and Proportions in proportion to each other Unity and Harmony language and harmony among
and the overall building? different parts of the elevation?

Is there a visual balance Is the emphasis aligned with the

Balance between different sections of Emphasis overall design concept and
the elevation? purpose?

Is there a deliberate repetition Is there a balance between light

Rhythm and Repetition of forms or patterns to create Contrast and dark, smooth and textured,
visual interest? or other contrasting elements?

s the hierarchy aligned with the Does the elevation reflect the
Functionality and
Hierarchy design priorities and user practical aspects of the
experience? Practicality building's design?
4- Conclusion: Students’ Projects