LS+D by Hafsa Shehzad

LIGHT.SPACE.DWELLING LS+D

CATALOGUE 2023

BEACONHOUSE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

RAZIA HASSAN SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

PROJECTS CONDUCTED BY:

Ahmed Hasan is a architectural practitioner and instructor. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Beaconhouse National University, Lahore. In 2021, Ahmed Hasan transitioned to academia, joining the Institute of Art and Culture as a design studio instructor. In this role,he has effectively combined his practical experience with pedagogical skills, guiding students through major aspects and concepts of architectural design.His instructional methods emphasize critical thinking and the transformation of innovative ideas into practical architectural solutions.At addition to his work at the design studio, Ahmed Hasan teaches technical mechanics and structures, introducing creative technical approaches. In an effort to push the bounds of conventional architectural practice, his interests are in reconsidering the theories and procedures of spatial and material manifestations in architecture.

Ahmed’s professional portfolio includes a variety of real-world field projects that span commercial and residential buildings. His work is characterized by a deep focus on planning, structural integrity, and the technical intricacies of architecture. He prioritizes a meticulous approach to design, ensuring that each project meets high standards of structural value and technical precision.

SYED AHMAD

HASSAN GILLANI

Zara Amjad is an educator and practitioner. Holding a Masters of Architecture degree from Razia Hassan School of Architecture (RHSA) at Beaconhouse National University in Lahore, Pakistan, she has been instrumental in shaping the academic landscape of architectural education both as a faculty member and an academic leader. Zara’s journey in academia commenced in 2011 when she joined RHSA as Visiting Faculty. Over the years, she has seamlessly transitioned into the role of Assistant Professor, assuming progressively higher responsibilities in curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, and academic leadership.

Central to Zara’s tenure has been her pivotal role in envisioning the future trajectories of architectural education. As the head of the First Year Program and History Program, she meticulously curated curricula and orchestrated diverse academic experiences to foster a holistic learning environment. Her pedagogical philosophy is grounded in interdisciplinary exploration and hands-on learning. Through her dynamic approach to teaching design studios, she has transcended conventional boundaries, integrating historical narratives, technological advancements, and artistic sensibilities into architectural discourse. Her research endeavor delve into the multifaceted dimension of art, historical buildings, exploring their cultural, social, and symbolic significance in contemporary contexts. Beyond academia, Zara’s contributions extend to professional affiliation and scholarly publications, exemplifying her commitment to advancing architectural discourse globally

PHOTOGRAPHY AND EDITING BY:

HAFSA SHEHZAD

BOOKLET COMPOSITION BY:

HAFSA SHEHZAD

NOOR FATIMA ILYAS

LIGHT SPACE 1

DWELLING

01 SPACE

Students:

i. Aisha Ahmed

ii. Rida Kamal Butt

iii. Fatima Haseeb

iv. Saad Bin Saqib

v. Dua Zainab

Project 1

“POSITIVE & NEGATIVE

SPACES”

Done by: Aisha Ahmed

“Door, window, stair… once upon a time…” The power of storytelling set in stone and steel is one of the most powerful attributes of architecture. Architecture is the ultimate portrayal of a narrative and the tool we use is space. Space is physical, interactive, and permanent. It is a real time immersive experience.

I depicted the adventurous voyage of Sindbad the Sailor through the humble material - plaster by creating different spaces through variation in scale, proportions, form, light, shadow and incorporating openings, geometrical shapes and architectural elements.

Everyone else in Bagdad judged Sindbad the sailor to have inherited all his wealth without making any efforts but the reality is that he had to go through a lot of trials and tribulations (His seven voyages) to reach to the point where he is now.

PHASE 1: Interlocking Plaster Model

Upon shinning light through it, it created a wonderful glow that illuminated the entire form in its center. I learned about spatial connection through this model.

PHASE 2: Breaking a Form

Exploring Spatial Possibilities of a Cylinder

Phase 3:

Carving Spaces in a Form; Exploring Spaces

Model 1

Model 2

Model 3

Sections Elevations

PHASE 3: Exploring Interlocking

Spatial Drawings

“The Seven Voyages of Sindbad the Sailor”

The Entire Journey of Sindbad

The Second Voyage

A valley Sindbad was stuck in.

Sindbad’s Journey

DRAWINGS

MODEL MODULES

SECTIONS

Project 2

“SPACE

STUDY: EXPLORING THROUGH NARRATIVES”

Done by: Rida Kamal Butt

Space is the negative that gives value to the positives in architecture. Is given in the form of a visual impact that speaks to the inhabitant of that sensory level. Interestingly so, it is actually not the space that generates its value but the boundaries that create this space, whether they are marked by rigid elements like walls or something as transient as a few scattered beams of light received on a plane. These boundaries carefully placed, give rise to a narrative and meaning within the space.

FINAL DRAWINGS

FINAL MODEL

“PLACES & PATHS: Intersection of Spatial Narratives and Human Experience”

Done by: Fatima Haseeb

The Porter and the Three Ladies of Baghdad

The project guidelines directed us to create a space based on the narrative of story of the Porter and the Three Ladies of Baghdad from the novel Arabian Nights. Throughout my research process I found multiple version of the translated text all centered around the power of storytelling and the wonders of journey. I then decided that my model would also be created to unfold multiple stories, the idea which I then decided to test through non orientability. The design process began by first testing the possibilities of plaster and then making spaces by carving out volumes, while developing my narrative I decided to break a 9”x9”x4.5” rectangular cuboid into four smaller interlocking modules, I then made interconnecting spaces within the smaller volumes, this resulted in a series of interconnected modules, separately each that told their own story through the spaces and connected told a journey woven together. All of the smaller modules could be placed in different orientations and create new spatial journeys.

PROCESS DRAWINGS

PROCESS MODELS

FINAL DRAWINGS

FINAL MODEL

Space in architecture can be used to tell a story or convey a particular message or experience. This can be achieved through the careful selection and arrangement of architectural elements such as form, light, material and scale, as well as sequencing and choreography of spaces. Spaces can be used in variety of ways to create different spatial experiences and atmospheres. For example, it may be used to create a sense of openness or enclosure, to direct the flow of movement, to frame views or focal points, or to create a sense of hierarchy or sequence. 42

Project 3

“SPATIAL EXPERIENCES ”

Done by: Saad Bin Saqib

Space is one of the elements of design of architecture. Designs are created by carving spaces out of space. It is ironically the open area, the volume. A negative between the positive’s solids.

PROCESS

A NEGATIVE BETWEEN THE POSTIVES SOLIDS

In order to design, it is necessary to conceive and think about architectural space surrounding us by decoding its nature and discovering messages in its built forms.

AXONOMETRICS

INTO THE PHYSICAL SPACE

THE CURATION OF SPACE

“The Seven Voyages of Sindbad”

Done by: Dua Zainab

Process Models

FINAL MODEL

Visual Represetation of Seven Voyges of Sindbad

Mystery

Pursuit of the unknown Humility

02 DWELLING

Students:

i. Affan Adeel

ii.Hadiya Babar

iii. Kabir Ali Malik

iv. Nabiha Nauman

v. Ali Hammad

vi. Seemal Zaheer

vii. Meerab

Project 1

CLAUDE MONET

master of color and light

Done by Affan Adeel

PROCESS MODELS

FINAL MODEL

Project 2

Done by Hadiya Babar

Step into a world where lines and colors dance in perfect harmony. Inspired by the iconic art of Piet Mondrian, this dwelling showcases balance and expression. The façade, an interplay of bold primary hues and Mondrian’s signature grid pattern, catches the eye and captures the essence of his vision all while keeping the overall form simplified.

Juxtaposition as a concept was explored in this dwelling, which spatially translated to contrast between spaces through different aspects. The site itself was also constructed keeping in mind this idea. It showed a simplified dwelling placed in a comparatively complex site to show their contradicting natures.

AXONOMETRIC

PROCESS

MODELS

FINAL DRAWINGS

Project 3

Done by Kabir Ali Malik

The dwelling embodies the characteristics of the paintings and personality of my muse, Hammershøi. The different instances of framing are extracted from his paintings. As one travels through the space the feelings of intrigue and mystery evoke through the frames, circulation and the relationship of inside and outside.

Project 4

Done by Nabiha Nauman

Monet's Artful Abode

Inspired Living in Color Claude Monet's Impressionist art style is characterized by loose brushwork, vibrant colors, and capturing the effects of light and atmosphere. He painted outdoors to capture the fleeting qualities of nature, focusing on landscapes, water scenes, and gardens. Monet used blurred forms and a lack of detail to evoke the viewer's perception rather than precise representation. His innovative techniques continue to influence modern art. Framing directs attention and shapes the composition, while having an eye for detail involves observing and appreciating intricate elements. Studying objects from multiple angles adds depth to portrayals. These approaches enhance visual impact, storytelling, and require observation, composition skills, and understanding of design principles. Skilled artists in framing, detail, and multi-angle studies create engaging artworks that offer a rich and multidimensional experience for viewers.

PROCESS DRAWINGS

PROCESS MODELS

FINAL MODEL

Project 6

PAUL CEZANNE

Done by Ali Hammad

Paul Cezanne, a French Post-Impressionist artist, initially painted within the confines of his studio, producing predominantly dark and somber works. However, a pivotal moment arose when a friend encouraged him to venture outdoors and immerse himself in nature. This turning point proved transformative for Cezanne, who possessed a keen observational nature and a profound curiosity. He began to engage with the natural world more frequently. The design of my creative space reflects this evolution. Within his private spaces, where he learned and meticulously observed his surroundings, the atmosphere was predominantly dark. These enclosed, shadowed spaces served as a gateway to the expansive and luminous outdoor landscapes that ultimately revitalized his artistic vision.

FINAL MODEL

Project 7

Dwelling Inspired by the works of Paul Cezanne

Done by Seemal Zaheer

Play of perspective and colours allowed Paul to play a revolutionary role in the early stages of post impressionism. He used his paintings to express human emotions. The technique included rendering order and clarity into the natural scenes without completely giving up the optical realism of impressionism and giving importance to the subject matter in his paintings. He included multiple views within one painting and therefore he laid down many principles of the cubism movement. Through the process of delayering his paintings I arranged the forms in space to understand the abstraction that he brought into his work by playing with various forms. I translated his play with space and perspective into the spatial elements of architecture. The forms merged together from a few angles to give a feeling of a flat surface as the elevation but walking closer to the dwelling the eye renders in the forms that have been used to create the illusion.

PROCESS

MODEL

PROCESS MODEL

Project 7

Raphael:

Done by Meerab

The Art of Harmony

FINAL DRAWINGS

FINAL MODEL

Raphael's work is known for its' balance and harmony that can be seen in his paintings everytime. Unifying movements of his figures and spaces creating into integrated, harmonious compositions. In his paintings, perspective, precise anatomical correctness, authentic emotionality and expression are visible, e.g, in the School of Athens. Through portraits, he showed power, importance, virtue, beauty, wealth and internal peace. In some of his paintings, Transfiguration etc, light also plays a role in glorifying the center and connecting the spaces. The center is considered important as well where most of the activity is shown in the painting.

SIDE VIEW

TOP VIEW

03 LIGHT

Students:

i. Abdul Hadi Mughal

ii. Sana Imran

iii. Abdullah

iv. Ali Zahid

Project 1

“Evanesence”: Orchestration of light to mutate through time

Done by: Abdul Hadi Mughal

Light is what gives life to static, inanimate spaces and voids. Every kind of light from different apertures inhabits the space in its own distinct manner. This imprints a spatial memory in our minds. This memory is everything that gives us sense of spaces and the narratives attached to it. Light choreographs the eye movement through space

Form

My form is a study of light and how it affects the experience. How linear lines calms the mind and distinct patterns create interest. I focused on eye movement that forms with in the space that is made through light, the intensity, the nature, and the temperature of light.

PROCESS MODEL

SECTIONAL DRAWINGS

FINAL MODEL

Project 2

“LIGHT”: Louis Kahn

Done by: Sana Imran

For this project, I experimented with light multiple times with planes, skins, apertures, etc. I was assigned to study the works of Louis Kahn, someone who used light as a major element in his spaces.

He implied the use of shapes such as circles and triangles. he also worked with columns. There was repetition in his work. My aim was to achieve that hierarchy as well as developing a better understanding at controlling light in a similar way.

sundial 1

sundial 2

PROCESS MODEL

SECTIONAL DRAWINGS

FINAL MODEL

Project 3

FORM

Done by: Abdullah

For this project , i wanted my from to be simple and functional for this purpose created the depth aspect to make sure the light behaves according to my will.

The Form inner soul speaks itself. Without darkness we cannot experience light. An highly crafted model inspired from one the best architect B.V DOSHI