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PORTFOLIO

D e p a r t m e n t O f A r c h i t e c t u r a l

E n g i n e e r i n g

T h e A m e r i c a n U n i v e r s i t y I n C a i r o

F o u n d a t i o n O f 3 D D e s i g n

D o c t o r A l y K a n d i e l

M a r i a m K a m e l

SPRING 2023

W h a t d o e s F o r m s e s s e n c e a n d b e a u t y e n t a i l ? W h a t t h r e e - d i m e n s i o n a l r e l a t i o n s h i p s d o f o r m s p a c e , a n d f u n c t i o n h a v e ? W h a t p r i n c i p l e s o f t e c t o n i c s a n d t h e s t r u c t u r e o f F o r m m a y b e d i s c o v e r e d t h r o u g h m o d e l l i n g e x p e r i m e n t s a n d p r a c t i c a l a p p l i c a t i o n ? H o w m a y b a s i c d e s i g n a n d c o n c e p t - f r a m i n g b e c o m b i n e d ? p h a s e s o f d e v e l o p m e n t i n t h e d e s i g n / b u i l d p r o c e s s t a s k s i n v o l v i n g 1 : 1 i n s t a l l a t i o n s C o u r s e O r g a n i z a t i o n T h e f i n a l p r o j e c t a n d a s e r i e s o f t w o o r t h r e e f u n c t i o n a l a p p l i c a t i o n e x e r c i s e s f o r m t h e c o r e o f t h i s c o u r s e s s t r u c t u r e . T h e s e p r o d u c t s m a y b e a c h a i r a f l o o r l a m p , a d i s p l a y c a s e , o r a n a r t w o r k . i n s t a l l a t i o n o f a m u s i c a l b o o t h a n d / o r c h i l d r e n s p l a y . E a c h p r i m a r y e x e r c i s e a c t s a s a t r a i n i n g b e n c h m a r k f o r f i v e g r o u p s o f f u n d a m e n t a l i d e a s a n d s t r a i g h t f o r w a r d s h a p e s t h a t c o m e t o g e t h e r i n a t h r e e - d i m e n s i o n a l a p p l i c a t i o n . T h e s e e s s e n t i a l a c t i v i t i e s a r e d e s i g n e d t o g a u g e s t u d e n t s ' o r i g i n a l i t y i n t h e s e l e c t i o n o f C o m p o s i t i o n s .

N o p r e r e q u i s i t e s

F u n d a m e n t a l i d e a s a n d p r i n c i p l e s f o r v i s u a l i s i n g , r e a s o n i n g a n d d e s i g n i n g

t h r e e - d i m e n s i o n a l b a s i c s h a p e s . U s i n g s t r a i g h t f o r w a r d t h r e e -

d i m e n s i o n a l m o d e l l i n g

a c t i v i t i e s i n m a n u a l f o r m a t s p r e s e n t a t i o n ,

c o m m u n i c a t i o n a n d

f u n d a m e n t a l d e s i g n a b i l i t i e s a r e d e v e l o p e d . I n o r d e r t o f i n d s o l u t i o n s p r a c t i c a l a n d a e s t h e t i c a l l y p l e a s i n g d e s i g n o b j e c t i v e s a r e b a l a n c e d . T h e r e w i l l b e l e c t u r e s , s l i d e s h o w s s u p e r v i s e d d e s i g n w o r k s h o p s a n d d e s i g n r e v i e w s . I t i s n o t n e c e s s a r y t o h a v e p r i o r d i g i t a l o r m o d e l l i n g e x p e r t i s e .

DESIGN PRINCIPLES

Catalogue Description

Classwork 1

Reflection: Using reusable clay for the first time was an exciting activity. The model i worked on had to be neat and well scaled with one another as per the grading criteria. The model also had to follow the axis rule.

G r a d i n g

F e e d b a c k :

I n e e d e d b e t t e r

c o m p o s i t i o n s a s t h e y

w e r e p o o r . H o w e v e r ,

o v e r a l l g o o d m o d e l s a n d

f o l l o w e d t h e a x i s r u l e .

G r a d e : 8 . 5

SELF ASSESSMENT:

This was my first experience creating a model from cans which was a little worrying. However, i liked my model as a first assignment submission.

G R A D I N G

F E E D B A C K :

T h e o v e r a l l c o m p o s i t i o n i s n o t b a d , b u t

w h e n y o u l o o k a t i t f r o m d i f f e r e n t p e r s p e c t i v e s , y o u w i l l f i n d t h e s i d e v i e w

p l a n a r , w h i c h i s a g a i n s t t h e w h o l e i d e a

o f t h e c o m p o s i t i o n . T h e s i l v e r s t r a n d

a r o u n d t h e m o d e l w a s a n u n n e c e s s a r y

a d d i t i o n , h o w e v e r , t h e p a i n t i n g i s v e r y

p r o f e s s i o n a l .

G C A N S

G R A D E : 8 . 5

Classwork 2

Reflection:

Using clay, i had to make four models that presented curvilinear forms. Thankfully, this workshop was very fun since i discovered i can make neat curvilinear forms.

Grade: 9

Grading Feedback:

Overall great compositions and very neat, but needed more variety as i overused the standing pin compositions.

SELF ASSESSMENT:

In this assignment, we were required to credit ate a rectilinear composition by the works of Guda Koster to express ourselves.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

The box was very dominant in the picture so it would have been better to show more of the body. The duck was a nice addition, since it was contrasting the background. However, the duck was also complimenting the box, so it doesn't look pleasing.

GRADE: 8

Classwork 3

Reflection:

In this workshop we had to compose between rectilinear and curvilinear models, using five different shapes, which are centralized, linear, clustered, radian, and grid.It was very interesting to turn real life concepts into compositions.

O M P O S I T I O N S

GRADING FEEDBACK: Overall great compositions with good variations.

GRADE: 9

ASSIGNMENT "BUBBLYTECTURE"

SELF ASSESSMENT:

This assignment was extremely difficult, since we chose a semi complex building, Cathedral Of Brasilia. My group and i focused so much on the concept of tying the balloons instead of achieving the concept of the building itself.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

The composition had very little similarity to the building. The only achievable thing was the color.However, Amazing crafting with the balloons was achieved.

GRADE: 8.5

Classwork 4

Reflection:

In this classwork, I had to make four models that presented fragmented forms. By time I had knowledge on how to make spherical shapes and circular compositions. This classwork was particularly difficult to comprehend and execute, however, i managed to create the four models.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

Models were well executed and neat. Also, they followed the axis rule, however, i needed a-little more variety.

GRADE: 9

ASSIGNMENT "EL SHAMADAN"

SELF ASSESSMENT:

This assignment was not difficult, however i underestimated it. I didn't take much time researching the concept however the execution of the compositions took alot of time.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

In this assignment, we were required to come up with a theme for the candle, a concept, a style, and a scent if possible. I did fine in everything except i had no theme or concept for my composition.

GRADE: 8

Classwork 5

Reflection:

In this classwork, i was meant to compose four models using paper. Although paper looks light and gives off the impression that it is easy, it was fairly difficult. I astruggled alittle in the begining, however, i got the jist and was able to finish on time.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

The compositions were neat and followed the planar rules, but they needed more diversity in the cutting and shaping techniques.

GRADE: 8.5

ASSIGNMENT "CARNIVAL OF THE MONOBLOC"

Reflection:

This assignment was one of my favorites, since we were asked to experiment using any materials, tools, substances we like. For this chair i was aiming for a bloody scary look.

GRADING FEEDBACK: THE CHAIR WAS EXCELLENTLY EXECUTED, AND VERY WELL THEMED. HOWEVER, THE PLACEMENT OF THE TOP CUT OF THE CHAIR COULD BE PUT IN ANOTHER WAY.

GRADE: 9.5

CLASSWORK 6 "LINES IN SPACE"

REFLECTION:

In this classwork, we were required to listen to twenty songs, and according to each song we create a wire composition. This was fairly difficult but fun.

GRADE: 8

GRADING FEEDBACK:

I DID NOT HAVE A VARIETY OF COMPOSITIONS, ALSO ALL THE LINES ARE REQUIRED TO FLY UP IN THE AIR.

ASSIGNMENT "MASHRABEYA"

REFLECTION:

IN THIS ASSIGNMENT, WE WERE REQUIRED TO GET INSPIRED BY THE MASHRABEYA AND CREATE AN ABSTRACT COMPOSITION REFLECTING OUR CONCEPT AND INSPIRATION.

GRADING FEEDBACK:

THE CONCEPT WAS VERY WELL RESEARCHED, HOWEVER, THE EXECUTION CULD HAVE BEEN BETTER. THE BOX IN THE END NEEDED MORE NEATNESS AS WELL AS THE OVERALL COMPOSITION.

GRADE: 8

https://www.archilovers.com/projects/51360/lam-lille-museum.html

I made the decision to base my abstract composition on the effect that a mashrabiya's light has. These images demonstrate that the mashrabiya is secluded and damp on the inside, however, it bursts with light from the outside. I am going to create a planar 3d model of light bursting out.

CONCEPT BOARD

Mariam Kamel

https://www.stone-ideas.com/93647/climate-proof-construction-with-stone-mashrabiya/

MASHRABEYA

A typical wooden lattice screen or window known as a mashrabiya—also written mashrabeya or mashrabiyya—can be seen in many homes and structures designed in an Arabic architectural style. The mashrabiya's unique design enables concealment while yet let light and air to pass through. The screens are normally constructed of wood and decorated with geometric designs, frequently including Islamic calligraphy. In many contemporary structures in the Middle East and North Africa, the mashrabiya may still be seen. It has a rich history that dates back to ancient Mesopotamia. Many purposes are served by the mashrabiya in conventional Arabic architecture. Using the screen, people within a building may view outside without being seen by those outside, which is one of the major purposes. The mashrabiya's shape also offers shade and ventilation, which helps to keep the interior cool in hot temperatures. The complex mashrabiya pattern also acts as a decorative element, enhancing the building's façade with beauty and personality. The mashrabiya was sometimes employed as a sign of wealth and status since it was expensive to make and install. Ultimately, the mashrabiya is a significant component of traditional Arabic architecture because of its utilitarian uses and beautiful appearance.

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