Master’s in Interior Design | Faculty of Design | CEPT University
ID 4015
The Big Rethink:
Interior Materiality Unit Tutors: Prof. Kireet Patel, Rishav Jain & Aparajita Basu Unit Assistants: Chandni Chhabra, Teja Payapalle
Dheepthi K. Babu | PID21097.
ID 4015
The Big Rethink:
Interior Materiality
Dheepthi K. Babu | PID21097
The Big Rethink is a series of postgraduate interior design studios focussing on developing a multitude of notions, approaches, positions and arguments with reference to interior design practices.
Master’s in Interior Design | Faculty of Design | CEPT University
ID 4015
The Big Rethink:
Interior Materiality Unit Tutors: Prof. Kireet Patel, Rishav Jain & Aparajita Basu Unit Assistants: Chandni Chhabra, Teja Payapalle
Dheepthi K. Babu | PID21097
Contents 0. About Studio A. Interior Materiality B. Studio Outline C. Structure of the Studio 1. Foundation Program A. Objectory B. Factory 3. Generating and Developing the Argument 4. Role 01 I Representing an ‘Era’ 5. Role 02 I Representing ‘Standardization’ 6. Role 03 I Representing a ‘Collaborative Identity’
‘’If you think of Brick, you say to Brick, ‘What do you want, Brick?’ And Brick says to you, ‘I like an Arch.’ And if you say to Brick, ‘Look, arches are expensive, and I can use a concrete lintel over you. What do you think of that, Brick?’ Brick says, ‘I like an Arch.’ And it’s important, you see, that you honor the material that you use. You can only do it if you honor the brick and glorify the brick instead of shortchanging it.’’ -Louis Kahn
‘Interior Materiality’ A concept that concerns the critical aspects responding to the governance and engagement of a spatial system - Loschke, Sandra Karina. “Materiality and Architecture.”
Why Interior Materiality? We design spaces and spatial experiences through orthographic drawing that only provides information about the form, and relegates ‘material’ to the empty spaces between the lines. The process of identifying and detailing form is embedded in our practices, and we fail to examine material beyond its aesthetic or technological capacities and leave it to adapt to the form. - Material Matters: Architecture and Material Practice
Studio Concern The current interior design field/practice has systematically emerged from its allied and specialized disciplines. This poses a challenge for its design professionals to be equally emerged or developed or qualified in order to develop a specific design approach/language/identity. It is important for the professional to possess the ability to develop a position that is professionally recognizable.
Learning Outcomes After completing the Studio,the student will be able to : - Ability to develop a systematic argument/position/approach on the interdependence between materiality and practice - Ability to translate/represent the design argument/position/ approach through 3-Dimensional and material based outcomes - Ability to develop a design position for varied complexity of interior projects - Ability to organise and evaluate the programmatic and pragmatic potential of derived design position. - Ability to build a design vocabulary and test it through the selected context (site/program)
Studio Outline The Big Rethink is a series of postgraduate interior design studios focused on developing a multitude of notions, approaches, positions and arguments within the interior design field. This semester, the third one in the series, the studio challenges the concept of Interior Materiality in interior design. It offers an opportunity to develop a design position in different contexts by questioning preconceived notions of interior design. It emphasizes the relationship between Interior materiality and its expression, identity and design outcomes. The first four weeks are a part of the common FD PG Foundation, where students from all streams work together to develop skills and abilities in drawing and making. The latter part of the studio is divided into two modules: the first builds an argument on interior materiality and the second module explores three key roles of an interior designer with each student working on three smaller projects. Role one focuses on practices that work within the context of an ‘era’, role two focuses on practices that are sited within the ‘standardisation’ of the typical floor plan and role three challenges the boundaries between interior design and architecture. The studio focuses on representing experiential and ephemeral qualities, planning and organising strategies, detailing and construction techniques, through the lens of interior materiality.
“A concept or the applied use of various materials or substances in the form of space making, actualized through the body and senses interacting with the physical environment. A language to articulate vision or make ideas tangible.”
interior materiality
what is the role of an interior designer ?
interior materiality
focus
1 3 ‘era’ ‘standardisation’ ‘collaborative’
roles
Leonardo Da Vinci
premise
1 3 experiential and ephemeral qualities planning and organising strategies detailing and construction techniques
projects
Structure of the Studio
Objectory and Factory
Generating an Argument
Foundation Program, 4 weeks
Module 1, 1 Week
Week 01-04
Week 05
Role 01
Week 06-07 Project Type: Adaptive reuse of an existing historical site Understanding Formal qualities Output type: Photomontage and drawings Focus on experiential and ephemeral qualities
Role 02
Role 03
Module 2, 10 Weeks
Week 08-12
Week 13-15
Project Type: Standardized typical office floor plan
Project Type: Independent design project with no predetermined site context
Output type: Plans, sections, Isometric Drawings
Output type: Experiential views showing construction techniques.
Focus on organizing and planning
Focus on constructing an experience, making and detailing.
Week 01 - 04
Common foundation weeks
Objectory:
Demonstrate precision by way of observing and representing. The study of tolerance is by way of identifying the materials and assembly of parts, and accuracy by way of exploded axonometric/isometric drawings.
Factory:
Explore the ideas of the frame, detail, assembly, tectonics, material as a central core of making. Process and transform materials with precision, accuracy and tolerance for assembly.
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01
Common Foundation Week Objectory
Exercise Brief & Intent: The Objectory exersise emphasis on understanding and analysing the object’s components, details, kit of parts, ergonomics , Sequence of assembly. The study done by dismantling the object , analysing the tolerence by reassembling the components and Understanding the precision of the object’s design by documentation through Orthographic drawings.
Learning Outcomes: The Objectory exersise emphasises on understanding the design detail of an object . It developed an eye for analysing the Detail, accuracy , precision , Tollerance and Understand how components are come together and function as a whole object . Understand the importance of materials and shape of the object which influences the funtion and comfort of the product. Analyse how its parts and components come together, the manufactuing and working process of the object
French Barette- Hair Clasp A barrette is a clasp for holding hair in place. They are generally worn on the back of the head or to the side of the face to hold hair in place. They are often made from metal or plastic and sometimes feature decorative fabric. Clasp is used to secure the barrette in place; the clasp opens when the two metal pieces at either side are pressed together
Orthographic Drawings: When Closed Base Crown
Lock and ludges Tongue Hinge
Elevation- Hinge Closed
Base
Lock and ludges
Tongue Hinge
Elevation- Hinge open
Components Drawings: French Barette has a strong, secure, smooth base with a tension bar to hold your hair in place. The claps is made of two prongs that latch to the arm, holding your hair between the tension bar and arm. Component 1 : Decorative base The Decorative base a radius which adapts to the Shape of the human head. This component is 85 mm long ,15 mm wide , 2 mm in thickness. It has a Smooth groove around the corners. The radius of the curve is 135 mm
Plan -Component 1
Elevation -Component 1
Component 2 :Prong 1- Spring Prong 1 has a bowed main part stiffened by parallel longitudinal ribs and the crown helps attachment to a decorative top. At one end the main part is provided with a pair of pivot hands that connects the other prong. The Other is provided with flanges to lock the object.
Plan -Component 2
Elevation -Component 2
Component 3 :Prong 2- Tongue Prong 2 - Tongue is curved and provided with central rib to hold the hair up agains the spring. It has small dotted ribs to provide Stifness.
Plan -Component 3
Component 1-3 :Side Elevations
Component 1
When Opened
Plan - Open
Component 2
Component 3
Isometric view
Mechanism • French Barette- hairclasp of the automatic kind which springs open when its Lockis released and comprises a base provided with a decorative top, a tongue hinged at one end to the base and at its other end releasably con nected to the base by means of the catch and a spring of bow shape bearing at its ends on the base and at an intermediate portion on the tongue. • The catch comprises at least one, but preferably two hooks, bent up from the base and urged into engagement with keep ers on the tongue to hold the clasp closed, and a release member formed by an extension of the spring beyond its bearing on the base near the hooks. • The release member co-operates with cam surfaces on the hooks so shaped that when the release member is pressed towards the base, the hooks are urged apart and out of engagement with the keepers and the tongue springs open.
Mechanism when closed
Mechanism when Open
Axenometric - Exploded View
Joints and Lock Detail Detail A-A’- Pivot Arms
Detail B-B’- Tongue Hinged
Why is it curvy? Is the radius of the curve similar in all french barette? • Baretts which are flat are suitable for people with thin hairs, curvier barette can hold hairs with high density. • This curve helps to protect the hair from damage. Material Specification: • Acrylic Sheet- Easy to manufacture and can be provided with various decorative elements • Galvanised Spring metal- Flexible and has elasticity which is suitable for people with different hair thickess
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02
Common Foundation Week Factory
Exercise Brief & Intent: Factory focuses on the planning of manufacturing and execution. The exercise revolves around exploring the ideas of the detail, assembly, tectonics and material as a central core of making. It focuses on the planning of manufacturing and execution. Stage 1 of the exersise is to design and build a cubiod of 300x300x450mm. The cuboid it is not necessary to define all its edges or to assign a specific orientation. Stage 2 of the exerside is planning and making. in this stage we build the cuboid with the materials provied .
Learning Outcomes: 1.Identify and use appropriate fixing hardware and joineries. 2. Identify applied forces acting on the object. 3. Ability to use the wooden and metal worskshop tools and understand how an object is made .
Final model
Components of the model
Week 05 - 06
Module 01:
Generating an Argument Stage 01: Developing an argument A. Select relevant examples from recent practices of Interior Design B. List down design decisions and analyse the relationship between interior materiality and practice. Stage 02: Stating an argument Develop an argument in reference to the interrelationship of interior materiality and practice based on the list of design decisions and the selected examples.
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03
The Big Rethink: Interior Materiality Generating an Argument
Exercise Brief & Intent: The exersise happens in two stages Stage 1 of the exersise is to develop an argument based on 12 different interior case studies which were built recently . The case studies were categorised into Era , Standardization and collective identity. and to list down and analyse the design decisions of the designers through this 12 case studies and find out the relationship between interior materiality and practice Stage 2 of the exersise is to generate an argument based on the design decisions from the case studies.
Learning Outcomes: Ability to develop a systematic argument approach on the interdependence between interior materiality and practice. Understand and evaluate the design descisions taken by the designers . Analysing the pros and cons of the design decision
Case Study Ex 01 Material to Materiality
Projects representing an
‘Era’
Projects representing
‘Standardization’
Projects representing a
‘Collective Identity’
01. Materiality is Timebound(Natural Materials express varacity by their age , History and Story) Reference: Juhani pallasma ‘ The eyes of the skin’ Architecture and senses- Preface by Steven Holl,p31
Bar “Bell” / rogojnikov&sorokin | Moscow, Russia | 2019 The Petina of wear in the brick adds enriching experience of time to the space.
The Coven Co-working Space for Women | United States | 2020 The unexpected use of modern colourful materials over a historic building amplifies the character of the space.
1Q1 Kitchen and Bar | Bengaluru, India | 2018
Auriga Restaurant, | Mumbai, India | 2013
Jiangshan Fishing Village Renewal | Nanjing, China | 2018 The conscious use of contrasting materials to blend diverse cultures.
02. Materiality- Artistic articulation of material and form ( Articulated material receals how the parts fit into a whole emphasizing each part seperately)
Reference: materiality matters – if only for the look of it.Gevork hartoonian, p14
High ceilings treated with a series of repetitive concrete vaulted arches and rendered in a red-oxide finish creates a fusion of Art deco and contemperory style
Wooden strips used as wall cladding which makes the spaces artistic
White Cave,retail and gallery space | Beijing, China | 2018 Undulation in the surface of the solid material adds depth and futuristic charecter
02. Identity: ( Articulated material receals how the parts fit into a whole emphasizing each part seperately)
Reference: materiality matters – if only for the look of it.Gevork hartoonian, p14
MISU Restaurant , FADD Studio | Bengaluru, India | 2018 Qualia Restaurant l Mumbai, India l 2020 Articulation of metal strings as stuctural element gives artistic experience
use of Roman church elements like stain glass, wall painting and a central isle to create a counter-intuitive feel for an Asian restaurant.
The Cardboard Office | Bengaluru, India | 2018 The honey comb boards were laid in layers in different profiles so as to form free flowing curves.
The Little Red Antsl Singaporel 2015
Craft l Mumbai , India l 2016
The curved wooden structure connects the building at two different level
colonnaded partition defining spaces of intimacy, pause and refuge from the cacophony of the busy corridors
04 Symbiosis(Mutual relationship between the material, form and function or expression of a space )
Reference: The interior architecture theory reader, edited by Gregory Marinic, chapter 6 , p102
Somesome Bar & Restaurant l China l 2021
repeatation of vaulted arches in the main dining hall generates rhythmic tempo provides the experience of both modern and classic, trendy and artistic
Monsoon 2021 | FD PG L4 | The Big Rethink: Interior Materiality
Dheepthi K.Babu | PID21097.
Design decision based on case study
Material Selection based on case study
Week 06 - 07
Module 02: Role 01
Experiencing Materiality The Experience of space is understood through the elements, compositions and moments one may encounter in the space.This is seen through a visual study of how light, texture, color, material and finishes play out in space. Historical practices through a project representing an ‘Era’ Output: Photomontage / Collage
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04 Role 1 : Era The Reprise
Exercise Brief & Intent: Working on a site with the context of Era, gives the basic idea is to design the space to meet the modern user’s need without changing the structure As an interior designer the goal is to maximize the quality of site in a functional & analytical way along with incorporating the aesthetic values with the help of interior materials. The exercise is to design a exhibition or display area for Davinci’s 15 dream machines and to develop experience of the argument in the site through photomontages for the images of an interior space from an Era building.
Learning Outcomes: 1. The task helped us to intervene something new without altering the existing essence of the site. 2. The idea of repetition has various techniques and methods that can be used to articulate a space. 3. The existing natural light can be made interesting inside the site with the use of porous materials.
Prilimnary Exploration
Prilimnary Exploration
Exploration through Models
Floor Plan
Mezzanine Floor Plan
Section A-A’
Section B-B’
Week 08 - 12
Module 02: Role 02
Spatialising Materiality Organization and space planning involve the systematic laying out of space-making elements. Considering that some arguments and design intents involve an array of elements, while the rest require volumetric explorations - this visual composition leads to more clarity in the design. Current modern practices through a project representing a ‘Standardisation’ Output: Plan, Section, Isometric Drawings
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Role 2 : Standardisation The Reprise
Exercise Brief & Intent: The aim is to create a new experience inside a standardised structure without modifying any structural element. Contrasting interior elements are intervened to break the volumetric perception of the existing space. onceptual to analysis stage by stage through the context of the space. Intention of planning zoning, organization and through orthographic and isometric views. idea of Metaphor comes into role while articulating design decisions with context to the argument derived Function of Museum is to be incorporated with extra space which caters for additional program in the same space
Learning Outcomes: Ability to organize and plan involve the systematic laying out of spacemaking elements Ability to intervene the aspect of curiosity and interest in the design the space through repitition of materials. Evolve interior design elements from Davinci’s Dream machine. The use of lighting in a space to focus the objects and also to enhance the ambience of the interior.
Site: Rane Vidyalaya School Location : Trichy , Tamilnadu, India Area of Intervention: Ground Floor
Zoning:
Area used: 678 Sqm
Planning of Display units
Criteria for selection of ‘Material’
A material that gives identity to the site. Elements evolved from Davinci’s Dream machines
Should be available near the site satisfying cultural , economical and ecological ontology
Criteria for Use of ‘Material’
Provides connection in the site
Repitition and assembly of Kit of parts
What ‘Material’ has been used?
Indian Cedar
Athangudi tiles
Mirror
Acrylic Sheets
Where ‘Material’ has been used? Ceiling l Wall l Partition Indian Cedar
Flooring Athangudi tiles ( inscribed with davinci’s text )
How ‘ Material’ has been used?
Plan
Reflected Ceiling Plan
Section A-A’
Section B-B’
Lighting For the program
Floor Plan
Reflected ceiling plan
Exploded Isometric
Week 13 - 15
Module 02: Role 03
Constructing Materiality Details of elements, junctions and construction assemblies all inform the production of spatial experience as well as organization. Hence,it is necessary that a language of detailing be designed and worked on. Collaborative practices through a project representing an ‘Identity’ Output: Experiential Views, Material specification and construction Details
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Role 3 :Constructing Materiality
The Reprise
Exercise Brief & Intent: The role involved in designing an Interior space that provides experiential and ephemeral qualities irrespective of the specific site . The space should cater the need of exhibition as well as creating an experience for the user .Details of elements, junctions and construction assemblies all inform the production of spatial experience as well as organization. Hence,it is necessary that a language of detailing be designed and worked on.
Learning Outcomes: Learning Outcome: 1. The ability to create experience in interior space without the influence of architecture. 2. Learnt to create experience by using similar materials that forms as a interior elements in by varying them in different ways.
Priliminary experiential views
Priliminary experiential views
Priliminary experiential views
Priliminary experiential views
Priliminary experiential views
Detail A - Space Frame
Mass Created through Space Frame module Size of the mass 30m x 30m
Space Frame Connection Extrution of space frame to create interior space
Walls , Floors and Ceilings formed.
Highlighted with contrasting material and color than enhance the experience.
Detail-B Staircase and flooring