Topic: Types Of Concept In

Architectural Design- Analogy And It’s

Types.
CONTENT
What is concept in Architectural Design?
Types Of Concept In Architectural
Design.
What is an Analogy?
Analogy In Terms Of Architecture.
Types Of Analogy.
What is Concept in Architectural Design?

 Concept is not different from design. Normally, people

think concept ,design and drawings are different entities,
while these are not separate but are processes of design.
 Concept is an idea, inspiration, a provoking thought to
act upon. It is just like hunger or thirst, which are
initiated automatically rather than by will.
 Concept, first idea and inspirations are the propelling
fuel for thinking about a design problem.
 Concept could be any idea, which would help you
concentrate on and reach out to your solution to your
design problem. It is the foundation of the design
project, which give identity as well as strength to our
design.
A design concept is the basic DNA of a
project.
A design concept in architecture may start as a
philosophy, a powerful idea, or a simple set of
guidelines.
Having a unified and cohesive design
concept makes all future decisions easier.
When you can summarize your project into a
well-thought-out design concept, you can actually
do less thinking later because all the big decisions
have already been made and you know they meet
your project requirements.
All you have to do is follow the plan.
Types Of Concept In Architectural
Design.
 There are certain concepts that create a framework for
the architects and facilitate them to create appealing as
well as user-friendly designs. The concepts are
classified into five types. They are as follows:
 Analogies.
 Metaphors.
 Similes.
 Essence.
 Direct Response & Problem Solving.
What Is An Analogy In General?
Analogy basically means “ resemblance
of one object to another in certain
aspects”.
A comparison of two otherwise like or
unlike things based on resemblance of
particular aspects.
Through analogy the things which are
different from eachother are compared.
It’s aim is to explain the ideas or things
by doing comparison.
A Human Being. An Animal (Cat).

Comparison Of Two Unlike Things

Based On Resemblance In Particular
Aspects.
What Is Analogy In Terms Of
Architecture?
An analogy is one of the most important concepts
of architecture.
It identifies or establishes a relationship between
different things.
In this concept, a thing that possesses desired
characters and qualities is considered as the role
model for other projects.
In direct analogies of architecture, one building can
be used as a guideline or standard for other
buildings. Through this relation, an architect can
find various solutions straightforwardly.
Analogies are categorized as primary
analogies (includes nature, human body,
etc.), disciplinary analogies (architecture’s
existing examples) and those in relation to
different fields such as literature, art or
music.
Types Of Analogies
The types of analogies are:
Biological Analogy.
Linguistic Analogy.
Mathematical Analogy.
Mechanical Analogy.
Romantic Analogy.
Problem Solving Analogy.
Pattern Language Analogy.
Biological Analogy:
Architecture based on anatomy.
Biological analogy is related with the nature.
Biological analogy includes;
i) Organic Analogy.
ii) Morphology (science of form).
iii) Form follows function.
iv) Influence of environment.
 Organic
Analogy.

Falling Water By Frank Lloyd

Wright.
 Morphology
(Science Of
Form).

Guggenheim Museum By
Frank Lloyd Wright.
 Form Follows
Function.

Wainwright Building By
Louis Sullivan.
 Influence Of
The
Environment.

San Miguel Corporation

Building By Bobby Manosa.
You can’t build or design a good building
without understanding the relationship with the
natural systems and the surrounding
environment.
Architects need to make buildings that are
friendly to the environment and more green
which can be adaptable to the surroundings.
In other words, they need to create buildings
that are energy efficient, like green buildings
or sustainable buildings which are designed to
reduce the overall impact of the built
environment on human health and nature.
Linguistic Analogy:
Linguistic analogy includes;
i) Eloquence and Expression.
ii) Emotion and experiencing emotion.
iii) Vocabulary and composition.
 Eloquence
And
Expression.

Dancing House By Frank Gehry

 Emotions And
Experiencing
Emotions.

Taj Mahal Of India.

Mathematical Analogy:
The mathematical analogy in architectural style is the
presence or absence of patterns and is also related
with the proportions and harmony.
Geometry is used in architecture because it defines
the spatial forms.
Architects use mathematics to design forms that are
considered beautiful or harmoneous.
In ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, India and the
Islamic World buildings including Pyramids, Temples,
Masajid, Palaces and mausoleums were laid out with
specific proportions for religious reasons.
In Islamic Architecture geometric shape and
geometric tilling patterns are used to decorate
buildings both inside and outside.
In 21st century mathematical ornamentation is
again being used to cover public buildings.
Golden ratio is an example of mathematical
analogy
 Parthenon West Façade.
London Gherkin. Golden Ratio.

Mathematical Analogy.
Mechanical Analogy:
Scientific evolution and artistic evolution follow
same laws.
Mechanical analogy includes;
i) Movement and function.
ii) It is related to mechanics that how mechanics
is used in architecture.
iii) Architectural projects designed on the
concept of machinery.
Pattern Language Analogy.
We can also say that it is the combination of
Linguistic and Mathematical analogy.
The patterns used in the buildings identifies the
purpose, type and function of the building.
For example in Islamic buildings, patterned tiles
are used in the interior as well as in the facades
so it become easy to recognize the building type
and its purpose.
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