ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENT
This module is led by tutors, Ar Edwin Chan , Dr. Sujatavani Gunasagaran, Ms. Salvi and Mr Bruce. It is conducted online throughout the entire semester.
Throughout this module, we will be exploring on how architecture is affected by surrounding environment including climate, wind daylighting and ways to adapt to the nature in order to achieve a comfort zone for user while their are in the space. Besides, sustainability architecture is also introduced to reduce energy consumptions and promote passive design strategies.
MY PROJECTS
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Assignment 1: Essay on Sustainability
In group of 4, we were required to choose a specific green building topic and carry out case studies. The we will need to write a 400 words essay with diagrams provided to support our essay. The originality of the essay is crucial and plagiarism is strictly prohibited in this assignment.
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Assignment 2 : Daylighting Analysis
In a group of 6, we are required to choose a specific building with significant daylighting design and analyse the daylighting of the building from multiple aspects. We are required to conduct case study and produce analysis diagrams through online research or 3D model making. Then we are required to identify problems regarding lightings of the building and provide passive design strategies that could solve stated problems.