HPortfolio

ARPL3021A

YEAR 2022

HISTORY PORTFOLIO GJ MACHOWSKI/2332280

"ONE MIGHT REGARD ARC ARRESTED IN STONE" ~ A.L. ROWSE

HITECTURE AS HISTORY

Keeping origin in mind, the way we interact with life has become so complex. Through history it is noticeable that architecture has shaped itself in many different ways, with different techniques and different circumstances.

Architectural history is a humbling factor in architecture, because it doesn't only stand as documentation but also for consideration. It guides our interests, develops our way of thinking and ultimately reminds us to create our own future.

This portfolio describes the way humanity is portrayed in their work and how new periods in life are forming but not developing to their potential. This includes more than just buildings, because as the external environment continues to change, so must architecture and so must we.

section 01 Cover page Introduction

00 pg 1-2

Index

pg 4-5

PROJECT 01

pg 6-13

AFRICAN WORLDMAKING

PROJECT 02

pg 14-27

RESEARCH CONCEPTUAL MODEL FINAL MODEL

PROJECT 03

pg 28-39

SUSTAINABLE ZINE

PROJECT 04 POSTER ESSAY

pg 40-57

Table of Contents

PHOTOGRAPHY

pg 58-67

DUBAI, MOSCOW, SOUTH AFRICA

CASE STUDIES

CITY WALKABOUT

pg 68-71

pg 72-77

POSTER ESSAY

SKETCHBOOK

REFLECTION

REFRENCES

pg 78-91

pg 92-93

pg 94-99

PROJECT 01 - AFRICAN WORLD

DMAKING

African Worldmaking deserves growing recognition in the role of architecture through creating worlds designed by, with or for newly independent nations.

KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY Group Project Report and case Study The richness in architecture is something that's becoming prioritized as it draws the growing recognition of the role in architecture to create new worlds designed by, with or for newly independent nations and people.

Specifically African countries had little development in their part of architecture, which is why the interaction with it now creates so many interesting opportunities that shape buildings in their applicable environment, rather than creating correct buildings but in the wrong places.

This report goes in to depth about the way architecture can be shaped beautifully as well as sustainably when viewing ones work through the eyes of the people interacting with the design as well as absorbing the external influences of life.

The Engineering Building College of technology located in Kumasi, Ghana has a lot of depth in the work as it deals with politics and culminated in the political independence of the country.

“ACTION WITHOUT THOUGHT IS EMPTY. THOUGHT WITHOUT ACTION IS BLIND.” ~ KWAME NKRUMAH

Introduction

This project was a very grounding one as it explains how valuable resources and effort is in other countries. I think South Africans, specifically, tend to forget we are still in a 3rd world country and we should be planning for uniformity rather than progression.

The report also explains how a form of action for rights can result in much conflict, but it also shows that after conflict, progression will follow.

Having researched and taken time to understand this building, it really is impressive to see the detail and thought that has gone into the design. This building really shows how african architecture could have developed into something beautiful and strong if only there wasnt a halt on it before.

With that in mind, the key element of this project was to show how the development of buildings and architectural forms as well as future plans can still continue to expand, grow and change. The past should not restrict the future, which is why an initiative to strengthen our past in order to complete our future will really positively impact many african countries.

For me, sustainability is a synonym for beauty" ~ Anna Heringer

PROJECT 02 METI-SCHOOL

MODEL

The construction techniques of buildings differ widely and with new ways of thinking one can differently interpret hybrid material economies. It recognizes that architects today try to bring together multiple approaches to construction as a way to meet multiple identities and that sustainability can be created when one connects and absorbs the space around.

Anna Heringer demonstrates pure investment in her work and makes it possible for certain spaces to successfully use their own resources as well as raising economic standards.

In this project there is also a great understanding of connection between different races which brings hope for humanity to find correlation world wide. The architects, both being German, offered so much loyalty and devotion in order to push a disadvantaged community forward by shaping the locals space into their home.

"Sustainability Is a Synonym Of Beauty" ~ Anna Heringer

SKETCHBOOK REFERENCES

Research

The analysis of this part of the project was really eye opening as Anna Heringer goes into much depth about how simple on can create a sustainable building as long as you connect with the space properly. She also has many positive outlooks which give her a great push and her view on the beauty of architecture really encompasses how structure and art can meet.

CONCEPTUAL MODEL

SOUTH ELEVATION

WEST ELEVATION

FINAL CONSTRUCTED MODEL

PROJECT 03 - ZINE

In the bigger scheme of things, architecture takes up a lot of land, making it vital to see that buildings are valuable and should evolve alongside humanity.

It acknowledges the extensive mediation of architecture and the need to create an impactful stance in relation to a world saturated with the reminder of success and failure. This should encourage for a deeper connection with social media, especially during the digital age, as it can open so many opportunities for the future.

Architects have always worked with a wide array of media to create a secondary layer of impact, which is what differentiates architects from other figures in the building industry. Visual communication is how architects have developed their role in society, which should now be docially be communicated as well.

This group project focuses on how there are many aspects to success and how many ways there are to get there. With a list of things to keep in mind, the zine explains how certain decisions will influence and shape the environment, making it vital for certain things to be understood.

With that in mind, the physical submission of the Zine was created sustainably (see pg).

Author and references Duncan Powell: Pg. 6-12 Julian de Jonge: Pg. 4, pg. 13-14, pg. 21-22, pg. 24 Shanti Souris: Pg. 15-20 Gabriela Machowski: Pg. 23, pg.25-28 Overall Layout and page spread: Shanti Souris Printing and sourcing of recycled paper: Group work

"TO BE YOUNG AND AWARE IS TO KNOW YOU’RE BEING LIED TO; TO KNOW THAT A BRIGHT GREEN FUTURE IS POSSIBLE; TO KNOW THAT WE CAN REIMAGINE THE WORLD, REBUILD OUR CITIES, REDESIGN OUR LIVES, RETOOL OUR FACTORIES, DISTRIBUTE INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY AND ALL LIVE IN A WORLD THAT IS NOT ONLY BETTER THAN THE ALTERNATIVE, BUT MUCH BETTER THAN THE WORLD WE HAVE NOW." ~ ALEX STEFFEN

"Today every major city has more than required institutions while there are none in small towns and villages. It is not just our contemporary practises but our attitude to the herirage that also needs much introspection." ~ B.V. Doshi

PROJECT 04 - HOUSING THEORY

HOUSING THEORIES & ANALYSIS The evolution of architecture has created a wide array of different buildings, making it possible to learn, interpret and improve future designs. With that said, it is therefor important to engage and connect with existing work as it allows for improvement in our own.

Focusing on re-imagining and understanding a wide array of buildings, this project consists of a poster created by two, then branching that work outwards through class discussions, allowing easy comparison across the range of case studies, and finally individual essay work.

The exisitng and overlapping ideas of others allows for growth in architecture and theoretical issues (specifically ageing architecture in my essay) allow for expansion and greater opportunities. The design development should never reach an end, and learning about exisitng work can encourage buildings to remain stronger for longer.

"Architecture is not a queue in which we all have to line up. No, each of us has the opportunity to be on the cutting edge of where we live. No one else can do that. Its up to you to understand that opportunity." ~ Charles Correa

IF IT CAN’T BE REDUCED, REPAIRED, REBUILT, REFURBISHED, REFINISHED, RESOLD, RECYCLED OR COMPOSTED, THEN IT SHOULD BE RESTRICTED, REDESIGNED OR REMOVED FROM PRODUCTION. ~ PETER SEEGER

“You’re here and there’s [8] billion of you here – you’ve got to apply some logic to how much longer this ball can support more people.” "“If humanity takes the planet down the tubes, I’m dead. I’m trying to save my ass. And that is a powerful force.”"

~ MICHAEL REYNOLDS

AMALGAMATION HISTORY ESSAY

REFLECTION

"I AM SO FORTUNATE TO SEE SO MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE" ~GJ MACHOWSKI

PHOTOG

GRAPHY

HOW ARCHITECTURE DIFFERS BETWEEN SOUTH AFRICA, MOSCOW AND DUBAI. Having been able to travel from South Africa, through Dubai and to Moscow, there was much time to analyze and photograph the differences in different spaces.

This part of the portfolio is extra work focusing on how culture and history shaped their cities and how this has influenced their current architectural systems.

DUBAI - focusing on the contrast in social classes The history of Dubai dates back to 3000 BC or the Bronze Age. During the 5-7th centuries AD, Dubai became a famous trade route connecting Oman to what is now known to be Iraq. The livelihood of the people of Dubai during that time was based around pearling, fishing and building boats.

MOSCOW - focusing on the city's development phases Today Moscow is not only the political centre of Russia but also the country's most populous city and its industrial, cultural, scientific, and educational capital. For more than 600 years Moscow also has been the spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church.

SOUTH AFRICA - merge of architecture and discoordination In the early 21st century the economy of South Africa grew but recently it has slowed.

Currently suffers from high unemployment.

The country also suffers from widespread poverty.

However, tourism and is an important industry. South Africa is also rich in minerals. In 2020 the population was 59 million.

This comparison aims to show how South Africa could have implemented strategies, similar to Dubai and Moscow, in order to find more coherence in Johannesburg.

THE BUILDINGS IN DUBAI ARE VERY CLASS BASED. MUCH DETAIL AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OR MODERN ARCHITECTURE. THE CITY HOLDS ALL THE TALL, AIR-CONDITIONED AND EXPESNIVE BUILDINGS, BUT NOT FAR THERE ARE LOWER CLASS APARTMENTS THAT ARENT EVER SPOKEN ABOUT. DUBAI HAS SUCCESSFULLY MANGED TO BALANCE THE RICH AND POOR BY MAKING EVERYTHING ACCESSIBLE WHILE MAINTAINING RULES AND REGULATIONS.

MOSCOW IS A VERY FULL CITY AND HAS MANY BUILDINGS. THE GENERAL LAYOUT IS TALL STRCUTURES, i.e.

APARTMENT BUILDINGS, AND MORE GREENERY AND PUBLIC SPACES. MOSCOW HAS A VERY FLOWING SPACE AND SEEMS TO BE SUCCESSFUL AT MAINTAINING BOTH WINTER AND SUMMER. THE BIGGEST SUCCESS, ANYWHERE, IS OF COURSE PUBLIC TRANSPORT. MOSCOW HAS A VERY ACTIVE PLANNING SCHEME AND FOCUSES ON THE BIGGER PICTURE.

SOUTH AFRICA IS A MIX OF MANY DIFFERENT CULTURES. THERE ISNT ONE ARCHITECTURAL DIRECTION THAT CAN BE FOLLOWED IN THIS COUNTRY, AS TO MANY PEOPLE, WITH TOO MANY DIFFERENT OPINIONS, HELPED GROW THIS SPACE. HAVING JOINT CONTRASTING IDEALS AT THE TIME, JOHANNESBURG IS A CITY OF MANY. THE CHARCTER, GROWTH, CONNECTIONS, DIFFERENCES. THERE IS SO MUCH CONTROVERSY IN SOUTH AFRICA, BUT THERE IS SOMETHING STORNGER THAN STRUCTURES HOLDING THE PEOPLE TOGETHER - EMPATHY. EMPATHY BETWEEN ALL OF THE EXPOSRUE TO DIFFERENT CLASSES ALLOWS FOR THE PEOPLE IN THIS COUNTRY TO PUSH HARDER FOR A BETTER, EQUAL AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. THIS MEANS FINDING OUR OWN IDEALS, REINVENTING STANDARDS AND TESTING BUT PERFECTING THE LIMITS.

CASE STUDIES

THE WORLD-CLASS CONCERT HALL IN ZARYADYE

The Moscow concert hall Zaryadye (MKH Zaryadye) with two stages, two open amphitheaters and a fully usable greenroof with plants and trees under the glass crust.

"6,000 square metres of HI-MACS Natural Acrylic Stone has been used for the vast interior in order to create an ambitious and elevating, state-of- theart public building, which is a shining example of modern Moscow’s ‘Star’ architecture with a respectful nod to the history and heritage of its location."

own images:

Project leader: Vladimir Plotkin, Sergey Kuznetsov Materials: steel, glass, natural acrylic stone

KANCHANJUNGA APARTMENTS

CITY TOUR SEP '22

SKETCHBOOK In this book there is a visualization of how many different architecture periods developed independently with similar influences and circumstances. With the western influences, there has now been a great deal of prioritizing African cultural development in work.

FIN.

REFLECTION OF BASIII - 3021A 3RD YEAR ARCHITECTURE WAS A MISSION, BUT HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE... THAT NEVER LEFT MY SIDE. THROUGHOUT THE YEAR I MEASURED MY PROGRESS COMPARED TO LAST YEAR, AND I FOUND THAT LAST YEARS WORK HELPED ME INTERPRET SO MUCH MORE THIS YEAR. SPECIFICALLY IN THE REAL WORLD, NOT JUST ACEDEMICALLY. SINCE ONLINE LEARNING, THERE WASNT MUCH EXPOSURE TO ANALYSING BUILDINGS IN PERSON. AS I MANAGED TO TRAVEL OVERSEAS AND REALISED FIRST AND SECOND YEAR ARCHITECTURE WOULD JUST HELP ME TIE MY THIRD YEAR IN, I WAS VERY AMAZED BY HOW WHAT I HAVE LEARNT IN THREE YEARS WILL NOW ACCOMPANY ME THROUGH LIFE AND EVERY BUILDING, EVEN MINE SOMEDAY :):) THIS INCLUDES MATERIAL, SHAPE DESIGN, HISTORICAL PURPOSES, MISTAKES AND CORRECTIONS, CULTURAL PURPOSES, ETC. REALLY LOVE ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY AND THE KEY LESSON I HAVE TAKEN FROM THIS COURSE IS THAT HISTORY ONLY STAYS ALIVE IF WE TALK ABOUT IT, MAKING IT EVERY ARCHITECTS MISSION TO CONTINOUSLY AND PASSIONATELY INTERACT WITH THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT IN ORDER TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE.

REFRENCES SECTION 1/2

REFRENCES SECTION 3

REFRENCES

SECTION 4 (POSTER)

REFRENCES SECTION 4 (ESSAY)

REFRENCES PORTFOLIO