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Fifth Year Architecture Thesis

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The framework of the research undertaken by AUID doctoral students in the first semester (2021) traces a very varied landscape and often with interdisciplinary characteristics. Concerning the centrality of the architectural project, the backbone of the program, almost all the proposals introduce external elements involving other-dimensional scales, social and technical problems, and references to ecological, urban, and landscape issues.

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Across culture and time, architects have interrogated the built environment and their role in shaping it. Questions of artistic agency, political power, social control, and cultural preservation all contribute to the fundamental debate of what architecture is—and is for. This syllabus aims to introduce students to the expansive theory, practice, and study of architecture. At once an examination of disciplinary history and theory, this course will investigate the diverse ways architects have understood their world (and situated their profession within it) by actively negotiating between written ideas, drawings, and built projects. To do so, this syllabus adopts an explicitly transnational perspective, challenging the Euro-American canon of architectural theory by presenting it as just one tradition amongst a range of cultural, geographic, and historical perspectives. Through exposure to a range of thinkers, students will be able to consider their own work within a diverse spectrum of theories concerning architecture, urbanism, and space.

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Mirjana Lozanovska

Architecture Design 2 Unit Chair: Dr. Mirjana Lozanovska Co-Chair: Anthony Worm Design Teachers: Marc Dixon, Fiona Gray, Eugenia Tan design orientation This semester will focus on the ‘making ofarchitecture’ in the more specific sense of the physical building and order of the environment. There will be two major themes explored: how materiality generates both the physical and aesthetic conditions of architecture; and how materiality organizes and frames social relations. These are elaborated below. Architecture is a product of imagination, ideas, traditions, cultural forces and it is also a product of technologies, construction, and structures. Experimentation, invention, manufacture and innovative ways of using existing materials define the field of the ‘making of architecture’. To be familiar with the tools, materials, techniques, technologies and structural possibilities of architecture is to build on the capacity of the imagination. Architecture is expanded and limited by how it is made and what it is made of. To resist and prevent a dormant imagination or an imagination that tends towards repetition, you will be encouraged to nourish it with the properties, processes and possibilities of architecture’s material conditions. Concepts such as tectonics, technics and technology will be explored through ‘hands on’ projects rather than theoretically. In a sense these all derive from the concept téchne which is conventionally understood as the science or art of making, the crafting of an object or tool. However, its deeper sense derives from the ancient Greek to refer to the process of making something appear, the letting out of the intrinsic properties within materials to inform their expression, form and usage. Technologies of the social emphasises architecture’s role in facilitating social relations, the ways that the materiality, spatial order, and various components (doors, walls, windows) set limits and open possibilities for the various relations between people, whether this be eating a meal, working, playing, or having a meeting or conversation. Architecture organises relations between people: person to person, person to group, person to crowd, group to group, etc. However, architecture also organises relations between people and objects: person to toaster, person to iPod, person to tool, person to monument. The important thing is that there are various different status objects: technological, aesthetic, consumable, kitsch, precious, profound, functional etc. At this point you can begin to understand how the two major themes meet and are overlaid onto one another. The materiality of architecture mediates the relations between people. In addition, a building is itself an object and is construed, used and perceived through its relation to people. This semester is about exploring how materiality generates architecture and organizes the relations between people and objects of a utilitarian, kitsch and aesthetic kind. It will ask you to examine the everyday garage or shed as a building type that is made in an ad hoc way. The garage is invariably not only the intended shelter for cars, but a place for a diverse array of other uses. This will ultimately form the platform for a design of a factory, warehouse or display centre.

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“Architecture is a thoughtful making of space” -- Louis I. Kahn If theories are a set of systems or suppositions that undergird how a certain thing operates, the theory of architecture, according to the architect Louis I. Kahn, must entail a thoughtful making of space. So, what then constitutes a “thoughtful making of space?” And a thoughtful making of space for whom? Many scholars, architects and thinkers have been trying to answer this question. The fundamental problem with answering this question lies in the nature of architecture as a “practical” rather than a theoretical discipline. What does it mean for space to be thoughtfully made – comfort, function, and aesthetics? All of these qualities are not merely architectural: Comfortable buildings can be designed by engineers who understand conventional and artificial ventilation; in a similar way, aesthetic edifices only need to be designed by those trained in the fine arts of composition and motif replication. Is there mere theory of architecture? It is an accepted norm that architects “make” things -- buildings, spaces, landscapes; yet, the difference between “simply making something” and “thoughtfully making something” is enormous. Unlike the natural sciences or mathematics, architectural can hardly be undergirded, explained, or experienced by a set of fixed ideas or suppositions. As the historian and theorist Stanford Anderson argues, architecture is “quasi-autonomous,” which may explain why any attempts to see architecture as something else often, if not always, fail. The prime example being that any architectural approaches that end, stylistically, with “-ism,” such as modernism, postmodernism, deconstructionism, to name a few. In this course, we will focus on this very quasi-autonomous quality of architecture in its capacity to “make space” thoughtfully.” In the spirit of skepticism, we will investigate the claims that (a) architectural theory exists and (b) the central elements of such claims are humans and their social relations. By oscillating between reading closely related ideas and oppositional ideas, students will be exposed to a selected range of concepts developed by philosophers, historians, and social theorists in their attempts to come to terms with what they believe to be architecture. These attempts are something we may call “architectural theory.” Chronologically, we will examine socio-cultural ideas in which architecture plays a role as either the source or the outcome. In this course, we will seek to understand architectural theory through the exploration of the economic, political, and cultural roles of architecture. Two sets of readings will be introduced for each topic: classic theoretical and philosophical writings, and writings specific to architecture.

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10 Things to remember when designing a Resort

Designing of resort pivots around various factors that must be considered during the process and planning. As it is constructed in appealing recreational locations to serve as an accommodation facility, it is an essential element for tourist places. Resort design includes building strategies that develop the whole site as well as facilitates the people in and around. The planning and designing predominantly depend on the site location and the environmental conditions along with the relevant building materials available in its immediate context combined with the facilities that the resort will furnish. Resort design and planning must amalgamate aesthetic, high-quality build structure, and user-friendly facilities to attract visitors to such recreational places.

Here are 10 Things to remember when designing a Resort:

1. Site Planning

Site planning for a resort is the initial step towards the construction of the development. It requires in-depth research and analysis of the site conditions, the geography, and topography of the site and the elements present on the site. It is also very essential to recognize contextual components such as a nearby lake, beach, mountains, or any other natural settings as they play a pivotal role in the design process. The natural environment of the proposed site acts as a guideline to start site planning and control the effects of the environment for the effective design outcome.

2. Contextual Elements

The design must resonate with the context of the site in the construction along with the social and economic entities. The contextual elements based on the housing typology, ideologies and the materials used are often the reflections of customs and traditions of the place. The design and planning process can incorporate the features of the context, selection of materials, and the design elements considered for the typology of the resort and the facilities that it will serve.

3. Environmental Consideration

Environment consideration is an essential component during a resort development because of the impact it will have on the site and the environment. It must pre-analyze certain factors while designing such as pollution the construction will cause and damage to the fertile soils, discard of waste, solid waste, and sewage. The design should aim to conserve the flora and fauna as much as possible and build considering it. The design development could lead to alteration in the skyline, views from the site, and vision of the natural landscape hence, it must develop responsibly.

4. Exterior Design

The exterior design depends on the building materials that are easily available and suitable for the site. It can vary as per the context of the site from stone, timber to bricks, and mud or bamboo. There is a direct relationship between the materials used and the building considering the climatic conditions. The wall structure and roof depends upon the weather to withstand powerful winds to a heavy downpour. The exterior design also reflects on the courtyard, porch design, which is essential for the ventilation to establish maximum air circulation within the built body.

5. Interior Design

The interior design of the building determines the theme of the resort and sets the ambience of the space. The interior design must complement the exteriors through proper accessibility and ventilation systems in all spaces. The furniture and other fittings, the shades of colour, and essential facilities such as a bathroom, wash area must be in sync with the overall design format of the resort.

6. Hierarchy of spaces

The layout of the resort plays a vital role in the overall functionality and success of the design. It should base the layout on a hierarchy of spaces that differentiate between public, semi-public, and private spaces. The connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces is very important and a smooth transition from one space to another. The spaces should cater to all age groups and needs to have a provision of special facilities for disabled people.

7. Aesthetic Appeal

Aesthetic appeal is very essential apart from the exterior and interior design as the resort acts like a retreat for people to connect with the natural environment and enjoy their leisure time. The structure should seamlessly blend with the surrounding environment that uplifts the natural beauty of the site.

8. Landscape Design

The resort design depends on the landscape on a vast portion as it is effective to create an environment in and around the site. It also helps in developing spaces of ambience and adds greenery that is usually missing in the cityscapes. Green zones in and around the building help to bind indoors and outdoors.

9. Structure

The structure of the resort depends on the geographic location, the materials used and the construction methods. It is vital to have a structure that respects the natural elements of the site and is not too superimposing on it. The design can use materials and local methods of construction that are sustainable and engage the local craftsmen.

10. Accessibility

The resort needs to have fair connectivity with the surrounding context for easy accessibility. There needs to be more that one way to approach the site for the evacuation of a maximum number of people during an emergency. The layout must also have different entry and exit points considering the road network around the site for easy mobility.

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21 June 2024

Each school awarded a prize for the best thesis as well as various special mentions for pathways

On 17 June , the G raduation C eremony for final-year students of the  Bachelor of Arts in Design ,  Bachelor of Arts (Hons) and  IED Diploma  courses was held at the Mediapro Imagina building.

In a poignant event attended by Lorenzo Di Pietro , Managing Director of Barcelona Activa, as the first Guest Speaker of the event, and with the student voices of Melina Ferber, Sofía Carrión, Camila Kotliarsky and Monique Almeida , representing each of the four schools, the prizes for the Best Thesis were presented. This year, the graduates awarded with this recognition also received an Artist 22 Plus tablet provided by XPPen .

Four Best Thesis Awards and seven special m entions

In Fashion , the winner was Oriol Sigüenza Carbonell with “Vestigi de qui soc” [“A vestige of who I am”] , a men’s collection that analyses the process of building personality through introspection. Special mentions were given to Marilyn Mao with “Enlightened Kaleidoscope” (BA Fashion Design) and Melina Ferber with “Class Tourism” (Fashion Styling and Communication) .

Among the most outstanding projects from the School of Design , “Skoda Plasmoid” by Transport ation Design student Thevidu Thineesha won the award. It proposes a vehicle that uses vibroacoustic energy to encourage the growth of vegetation. Valborg Sunna Sindradóttir with “Elire” (Business Design) , Roig Vilaró Palau with “Modular Shoe” (Product Design ) , and Hana Tamer Abdelaziz with “Ciclo” (Interior Design ) received special mentions.

In the case of the School of Visual Arts , the Best Thesis Award was given to Motion Graphics and Video student Lia Ferreiro with “Daka Archive” , an immersive digital archive experience that compiles Taíno culture and history. Laura Valdez received a special mention with “Wasiy” (Graphic Design) .

Last but not least, in Communication , Priscilla Piraino from the BA (Hons) in Fashion Marketing and Communication was the winner with “Cosa Indossa Ludovika?” . This is a project that explores consumerism and identity in children’s fashion. Alicia Bernades and Patricia Agenjo (IED Diploma in Fashion Marketing and Communication) received a special mention with “Parfois and Friends” .

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11 June 2024

IED Barcelona confirms its leadership in fashion design training with Fashioners of the World

The international jury of the Final Fashion Show held on 10 June at La Paloma dance hall highlighted the high level of the collections exhibited in this 20th edition, with more accolades awarded than ever before.

03 June 2024

Four projects from IED Barcelona shortlisted for the 36th Habitácola Awards

Two Interior Design and two Product Design proposals among the 11 candidates in the running to win this award, which this year proposes a reflection on the design of public transport waiting micro-spaces in both cities and in rural environments

Marc Sanz Pey, Guest Speaker of the EAS class of 2020–2024

The IED Barcelona Fashion alumnus was the guest of honour at the Government of Catalonia’s Institutional Graduation Ceremony, which took place on 27 May at the Victoria Theatre.

29 May 2024

IED Barcelona, more Barcelona than ever

In June, projects by final-year Fashion, Product and Interior Design as well as Visual Arts students will take over various emblematic spaces in the city to bring the School’s talent and innovation in design closer to citizens.

Social design, co-creation and inclusion

IED Barcelona collaborates with the Setba Foundation for a second year, with the Magistrals/Setba Award project.

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