MODELS
IDEATION
VISUALIZATIONS
THE STEP BY STEP YEAR 2 STUDIO PROCESS
MINERVA CHIA
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Verbs
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Seeing the Unseen
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The World
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Detail Model
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The Modules
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Hyperloop TT
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The Space and Site
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The Experience
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PRODICTION
THE STEPS
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IDEATION
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1. VERBS READING
BOUNCING
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THE GOA L
Our group of 3 were first tasked to select 2 verbs, then demonstrate visual actions we would use to represent them. As we came up with READING and BOUNCING, we acted out scenes of reading a book and bouncing a ball in a short video.
THE CH A LLENGE
We were encouraged to think out of the box and imagine ways of representing reading and bouncing in different creative ways that did not explicitly show the action. Rather than bounce a ball or directly read a book in the video, we thought of ways such as • writing a grocery list, where the pencil would bounce as one would write and read the words. • displaying close-ups of a pair of eyes flicking left and right, as if reading. • Strumming a guitar while playing music. • Various clockhand ticking as if time was passing by. We created a succesion of 3 videos in total, from 2 minute long to 1 minute and lastly a mere 30 seconds.
R ESULT
Through this, I feel that I have understood the impact of using unique ways to potray actions and how we can trim down on unecessary content and focus on the main key scenes. Although confusing at the start, these videos and scripts were very fun to create.
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2. SEEING THE UNSEEN
FIRST DRAFT Next, we had to collage 10 frames from the 30 second video we had last curated and trace over them. In my first tracing draft, I felt that I hadn’t really let my mind wander enough and mostly focused on how the collages were literally appearing. I did add in some unseen elements, however they seemed to be quite random with no correlation to the overlapping frames. A visually-pleasing aesthetic work yes, however this challenged myself to dive deeper into my imagination for the final version.
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FINAL VERSION After adjusting the frame arrangement slightly, I began to dwelve more into my imagination as I created the final draft plan. I tried to encompass the movement of the clockhands and the passing of time in my tracings. I also paid more attention to the difference in shadow and light at certain areas of overlapping. I feel that the end outcome still slightly resembles an aesthetic piece, however I am much more satisfied with theessence of this drawing and now am able to see a bit more than what is the “seen”.
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SECTIONAL DRAWING
After completeing the plan drawing, it is of course natural to now construct the sectional! To the right is my FIRST DRAFT and above is my FINAL VERSION . I did try quite hard to visualise the sectional of my plan drawing at first, but it turned out quite different. Similar in some sense but a bit too different. For the final version, I attached the plan drawing to the top of the paper so that I could easily connect and immerse myself in creating the side view of this growing dimension. I’ve learnt more about how to create dynamic and organic forms, rather than “flat” ones. Sectional elements should also be connected to the plan in a more 3-dimensional manner.
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3. THE WORLD
As the saying goes, “After the plan and sectional.... is the 3D model!” Thus began our journey on creating a world that we had created based off the plan and sectional drawings previously. My world included almost an infinite amount of lines and tubes, as well as giant curving and arching forms breaking the surface and diving under. Due to the sheer amount of tubes, many of them would cross or connect with other forms, creating pathways and mini spaces. 10
TOP FRONT VIEWS
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4. DETAIL MODEL Moving on, we were now tasked to further our creative process by creating a model of a small detail from The World. Similarly to shortening the video length and the hand drawing exercise we did at the beginning, I would now be zooming in on the minuscule details and expand on them. MY first model was still too focused on the bigger details and unsatisfactory due to the limiting variety of materials so I planned to further zoom in on an even smaller joint
My first model was still too focused on the bigger details and unsatisfactory due to the limiting variety of materials so I planned to further zoom in on an even smaller joint.
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5. THE MODULES
MODULE A
MODULE B
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THE JOINTS
Certain key areas that brought the whole model together, these joints acted as the pivots and slots of Module A and B For example, the long frame in the top left image is able to comfortably swing past the bottom ‘V’ of Module A and slot into the recess. You will now be able to see the nature and flexibility of these joints, over on the next page as we move to interlocking.
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INTERLOCKING
The default interlocking position Interlocking via diamond recess
Square frame slot and side diamond
Default with long frame outside
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6. HYPERLOOP TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGIES
0.1 A BOUT Hyperloop Transportation Technologies firmly believes that transportation should be reinvented. A futuristic pipedream that has been made into reality, Hyperloop TT is leading the world’s most exciting adventure track by track.
0.2 THE TEA M Hyperloop TT has established a network of more than 800 highly skilled individuals across five continents with partnerships in universities and corporations. This passion-driven, unstoppable team works across countries, time-zones and disciplines to build towards this future.
0.3 THE HYPER LOOP In a size similar to a small commercial aircraft without wings, hyperloop’s pressurized capsules float on a frictionless magnetic cushion within the tubes. The capsules are engineered and designed for ultra-high speeds using cutting-edge composite materials and safety features. HyperloopTT developed a Vibranium™, smart material with sensors embedded between carbon-fiber, fuselage skin to monitor and transmit critical information regarding temperature, stability and integrity, all wirelessly and instantly.
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TRAVEL SHOULD BE AN ADVENTURE, THIS IS A FUTURE WE BELIEVE IN. WE’RE LEADING THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING MISSION TO FAST-TRACK THE NEW WORLD.
THE PHILOSOPHY
HYPERLOOP TT
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POP-UP SPACE
JEM SHOPPING MALL FOUNTAIN AREA, SINGAPORE
FREE ENTRY, OPEN 24 HOURS
HYPERLOOP UNIT
CREATION PROCESS DR A FTS A ND IDEATION
THE FINAL VERSION With a sleek and metallic appearance, The Hyperloop unit is sure to catch the eye of any passerby and entice them to take at least a step inside this curious-looking space. The exterior dons Hyperloop TT’s signature cololur scheme, silver, red and gray and there are walls of clear glass that passerbys can see in and visitors can see their surroundings or the MRT station above.
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FIRST DRAFT
GLASS OPENINGS
SECOND DRAFT
FORM MAKING
SLEEK AND FAST
TOP VIEW PREVIOUS SKETCHES 20
UNOBSTRUCTED FROM PASSERSBY’S VIEWS FROM THE MASS RAPID TRANSIT (MRT) STATION ABOVE, THE SHELTERED WALKWAY AND THE MCDONALDS OUTLET ACROSS. SITE DESCRIPTION
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7. SITE ANALYSIS
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8. THE EXPERIENCE
CONCEPT Built to resemble a Hyperloop capsule itself, my space aims to educate and raise awareness about Hyperloop TT and their efforts.
INTERIOR The interior includes comfortable seating similar to the real deal, where people can sit down and look around the place at a safe social distance from each other.
TOTA L EXPERIENCE As the MRT above the site arrives and departs, my proposed structure will come to life with lights on the floor and walls, while a departing announcement is activated. When the mrt leaves the station, “passengers” of the space can look up through the skylights and experience the structure beginning to travel as a low hum of energy is heard from the “inductrack” and the air conditioning is slightly increased. All in all this creates a complete sensory experience for visitors in a busy location with high circulation. For further elaboration:
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AT THE SITE
VIEW OF THE MRT
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MINERVA CHIA
YEAR 2 STUDIO PROCESS
SEE YOU NEXT TIME