Cept Student booklet M.Arch Interior Design

1.1 Architecture as Architecture-Arched Symphony

Misu Restaurant-Plan-Medium:Hand Drafting 1.2 Interior Design Sensibility-Arched Symphony

Misu Restaurant-Isometric ViewMedium:Hand Drafting 1.3 Interior Design Specialisation-Arched Symphony

Misu Restaurant-Exploded Isometric View-Medium:Digital

The BIG Re-think Tectonic Materiality of Interior Elements

Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel

Studio Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu

Assistants: Jay Odharia, Jhanavi Parikh

Brief 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 fourth one in the series, the studio challenges the concept of Tectonic Materiality of interior elements. 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 elements and tectonic materiality through experience, organization and construction.The studio focuses on representing experiential and ephemeral qualities, planning and organising strategies, detailing and construction techniques, exploring the relationship of interior elements and tectonic materiality.

Learning Outcomes:

After completing this studio unit, the student will be able to:

Ability to develop a systematic argument/position/approach on the interdependence between interior techniques and practice. Ability to translate/represent the design argument/position/ approach through 3- dimensional and material based outcomes. Ability to organize 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).

Ex. 01 | Architecture As Architecture

Knowing Architecture and Interior Sensibilities & Interior Specialisation

Case study Project Information

Title: Misu Restaurant Location: Bengaluru Designers:FADD Studio Area: 145 Metre Square

Week 01-04 | Design Boot-Camp Process:

During the initial two weeks, the studio focused on understanding the three layers that contribute to an experience in an interior space. These three layers are as follow:

• Architecture: Understanding of the architecture shell and it’s imapact on the interior space. This was done through manual drafting of a case study project.

• Interior Design: Resolving basic interior design problems such as utilities, planning, circulation and project program requirements etc. This was done through manual drafting of the isometric view of a case study project. The view captured interior design elements and their use in the interior space.

• Interior Design Specialization: Elevating an interior space to the level of art through advanced understanding of tectonic materiality whilst respecting all basic interior design parameters. This was done through digital drafting of exploded isometric view of case study project and depicts teconics of elements.

ARCHED SYMPHONY-ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:MANUAL DRAFTING, PROJECT:MISU RESTAURANT

VERSION 01: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

VERSION 02: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

03: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

VERSION 04: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

VERSION 05: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

FINAL VERSION: ARCHED SYMPHONY-EXPLODED ISOMETRIC VIEW-MEDIUM:DIGITAL DRAFTING.

Week 01-04 | Design Boot-Camp

Ex. 02 | Design Optimization

Familiarising - “Know it more through - Optimization”

Case study Project Information

Title: Tori Tori Santa Fe Restaurant

Location: New Mexico

Designers:ESRAWE Architects

Grid Mirage-Process

• Inspired by the subtlety and sobriety of Japanese craftsmanship, with a serene and monochromatic atmosphere, the project seeks to emphasize the scale of the space with two suspended elements made of oak wood. Its texture and monumental expression evoke the association of the construction of Samurai armour, especially an armour called dō. One of these elements frames a take-out food space called grab & go, and the largest one stands as a radial fireplace on the main teppanyaki table. Both are transformed into light objects that define and delimit the two poles of the restaurant with their scale.

• We tried to extract the essence of the project by understanding the typical joinery used and depcited that through a physical model. This model was made in MDF, with a pine wood base, and Balse wood panels.

The model follows a grid system that interlocks via butt joints.

We added a mirror to enhance the grid effect

Caption for the Image

Balsa panels are set on the lattice system.

Week 05-06| Module 01

Ex. 03 | TDeveloping a hypothesis

Part 03| Role of an element and tetconic materiality

Process:

Through various case studies, we understood the role of an element in an interior space, difference between installation and element along with design problems addressed by the designer, observed through the lens of tectonic materiality and interior design specialization.

Case Study Analysis Matrix Historical ‘Era’

Question / Premise Informs Philosophy

Execution Statement

Structural Tectonics inspired from nature

Articulates

Material selection decision: Steel as a material is capable of wide spans and can be welded into tree like forms.

Visual character

System of construction

Geometric Evolution

Spatial Perception

Synthesis

Order of elements

Design decisions: Creating new identity of space including old roof structure

Contributes Layers

use of latest parametric technology for column

Visual character

Methodology of construction

Parametric design

Longevity of life of material

Morphology of elements

Hierarchy of elements

Derived from spaces in forest

Tectonic materiality of interior elements informs layers of materials and how they come together & design philosophy

Curved lines represents flow, appearance of softness and soothing feeling

Tectonic materiality of interior elements articulates reasons for material selection and geometric evolution

Creating elements that catch attention in a visual field

Tectonic materiality of interior elements contributes to overall visual character of a space.

The Big Rethink: Tectonic Materiality | Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel | Unit Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu | Unit Assistants: Jhanavi Parikh,

The Tote (2010), Mumbai. Serie Architects: Generates Influences Emphasize

Synthesis

opportunity for computationaI iterations

Ignorance of older consttructed roof as the new design catches all the attention

Simplification of construction process. For eg. Cast steel node help in the assembly of components of column

Cast steel node

Geometry of column design is optimized inorder to make the column take the form of a tree Process of column construction through computational design

Digital techniques can help translate poetic gestures and concepts of a project into tangible outcomes such as pre fab assembly of components.

Fractal generation using L system

Methodology of construc Selection of latest technol ogy for construction

Sequence of material application

Dual purpose of a layer. Cove in plaster board illuminate light as well as protect the terracotta roof from inside

Steel as a material can be welded in place or secured using cast steel nodes. Type of material decides its joinery technique Parametric design

Execution statement is one of the important design decisions one designer can take as it can guide construction techniques. There can be opportunities to use one layer of material for multiple purposes by incorporating optimized details. Parametric design or computationl design can be incorporated in old structures to strengthen them and make them relevant for modern times

Biophilic designs can be developed using computational design geometry.

Rhythm in the form of elements

Overall Form

Column as an interior element post computational processes and assembly

Whilst the columns are inspired from tree like forms, they are made of steel and lack the warmth that a wooden structure can bring to a space

Coves in the plyboard ceiling create effect of light filtering through tree leaves in forest

Tectonic materiality of interior elements generates opportunities for smart details

Order of elements

Tectonic materiality of interior elements influences methodol ogy of construction and order of elements

Biophilic

environemnet

Tectonic materiality of interior elements emphasizes on critical selection of technique, materi als and attention to details.

Can modulation of one element perfrom multiple purposes within the same space?

Neetu Saini| PID22219

Student Name | Code No.

Case Study Analysis Matrix Historical ‘Era’

Question / Premise Informs

Notion of space

mirror on walls reflects luxurious interiors and make the room feel grand

Articulates Contributes

Intricate detailing on panneling informs the era the space is trying to depict i.e. art Nouveau

Idea of Volumes

Giant chandelier makes the volume feel grand

Role of Elements

repetition of elements

Elements as Symbolism

Visual perception

Details

Synthesis

Botanical forms indicative of Art Nouveau era

Glass ceiling with feature chandelier creates monumental volume

Glass chandelier and panneling create visual focus

Vaulted glass ceiling make the roof feel visually light

Details and craftsmanship

Since ceiling plane is entirely glass it makes the volume feel bigger than it is

Visual Harmony

How different elements sit with one another

Inspired from nature

How different elements sit with one another

Reflective materials & glass ceiling can make the space feel very well ventilated & big

Giant chandelier makes the volume feel grand

Glass ceiling and refelctive surface on walls generates exaggerated perception of volume

Intricate detail metal work

Planned lighting design highlights interior elements

Two contrasting materials like metal and glass can be used for ornamentation

Curved when used in a symmetrical geometry can create elements of visual focus.

The Big Rethink: Tectonic Materiality | Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel | Unit Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu | Unit Assistants: Jhanavi Parikh,

Case Study Analysis Matrix

Project representing current modern practices

Question / Premise Informs

Articulates Contributes

Philosophy

Creating a bold statement using simple lines

Material selection

Idea of Volume Synthesis

Visual Sensorial Technological Spatial Perception

One larger volume is sliced into smaller volumes

Smaller vaulted volumes dictates character of space Volume of interior space is in dependent of architecture shell and can be modified

Bold visual character Arched vista

Heavy ceiling

volume

Large outside windows bring in light into the interior space

Joinery of metal sections

each panel , creates a sense of enclosure

Fabric with wooden flooring gives a sense of warmth to the space

Joinery of metal sections Joinery of metal sections

panels are suspended from ceil ing with seamless suspension cables

Simple detailing can create complex elements

Space dividers as highlighting features

Volume in volume

An element can perform a function whilst being a feature for aesthtic purposes. Visual perception of a volume be challenged by repeating an element

The Big Rethink: Tectonic Materiality | Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel | Unit Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu | Unit Assistants: Jhanavi Parikh,

Generates Influences Emphasize

Crimson Coffee (2021), China Space station

Synthesis

By repeating an element, can it’s purpose change?

Opportunity for re-thinking traditional elements like arches in new materials

Volume of space as one larger volume gets broken into smaller volumes

Space dividers as highlighting features

A volume can be defined by series of smaller volumes where element divides the larger volume

Voume under the coffee bar area feels a little more intimate due to low ceiling height

Volume of space as one larger volume gets broken into smaller volumes

Light fixture in built the metal section

Contrasting material that bring a sense of warmth to the space

metal sections specifically built for architecture downlighters

each panel , creates a sense of enclosure highlights formal dining spaces Arched

Organized grid for downlighters minimal and comfortable furniture

Juxtaposition of curves on grid can create elements of bold visual focus

Intimate spaces for dining Flat ceiling for formal dining area

Rethinking traditional elements can change the experienc of the elements

An element may compromise of more than one material.

How an element is installed is decided on the basis of kinf of experience one wants to create in a space

Ancient element is modernised by changing the tectonics

Corved ceiling gives an impres sion of informal dining space

An element can create focus in a space Form emphasizes the order of tectonics Can repetition of an element, inform tectonic stystems?

Neetu Saini| PID22219

Case Study Analysis Matrix

Project representing current modern practices

Question / Premise Informs

Notion of space Communication

Composition

Concept of Element Technological

Character

Synthesis

Articulates Contributes

Sightlines Movement Rhythm Variation in scale Vertical Lines Direction of gaze Distortion of light Element as element Guiding circulation

Flow Rhythm Hierarchy

Attention for detail elevating joineries to tectonics Ku-ki Bei for porosity and sightlines

Prefab

Tectonic materiality of interior elements can create hierarchy

On site manufacturing for creating a sense of unity with the space

Warmth from material pallette, concrete and bamboo

An element can bring warmth to a space even if it’s method of assembly is industrial.

Furniture as element, strategecially constructed and customised

An element can bring warmth to a space even if it’s method of assembly is industrial.

The Big Rethink: Tectonic Materiality | Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel | Unit Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu | Unit Assistants: Jhanavi Parikh, Jay

Hair Atelier Bruno(2021), Japan

Yuji Tanabe Architects

Generates Influences Emphasize

Synthesis

An element can reveal the sightlines and be dynamic.

Function Flow Partition

An element can inform movement

Ventilaton Lightness Warmth

An symmetrical composition of elements can direct clear movement

Asymmetrical

Fragments of straight lines joined by curves Dynamic

An element can distort light and divide the space at the same time?

Space divider Sense of curiosity Element as program

Fulcrum for bringing flexbility into a space divider

laser cut and pre fabricat ed-easy assembly on site

Allows sightlines and make the space look bigger

Tectonic materiality of an interior element can address assembly issues in modern practices

Innovation in details Old materials new techniques

Pivoting mechanism of an ele ment can make it dynamic and flexible.

Flow and movement in a space can be generated using vertical lines.

Modular

By repition of an element distinct components can be created that can emphasize on movement.

My changing the technique of assembly of traditional materials, its tectonics can be changed.

Can an element be a piece of art if it’s technique of assembly is modern?

Neetu Saini| PID22219

Case

Synthesis

Focus can be generate dthrough the use of dynamic elements.

Element as Program

Curves juxtaposed on grid can create sense of boldness Element can influence system of volume Through the use of parametrics, tectonics of a place can be influenced.

Sinuous curves bring movement to the space

Sinuous curves bring movement to the space

Tectonic materiality of an element can influence experience of a space

Parametric element can behave like a program

Can tectonic materiality inform identity of space?

Neetu Saini| PID22219

Case Study Analysis Matrix

Project representing individual identity

Question / Premise Informs

Notion of space

Playful Character

Idea of Volume

solid planes carry more visual mass

Articulates Contributes

Soft Curves Dramatic scale of objects

Elements connected from floor to ceiling articulate verticality

Composition

Curved elements bring playfulness to the space

Colour Movement

Synthesis

Light

Architecture is monochrome, highlighted using colour

Gestalt principle of similiarity followed by curved elements

Mirror facing each other make the volume feel bigger.

Furniture, object and arch all follow sinuous curves

Symmetry genetrating sense of direction

Contrasting colours creating focus in the space Colour in the space helping to create energetic feeling

Display unit dividing the space in two halves-sense of purpose

Curved element directing the eye upwards

Linear lights emphasising on the verticality of the space

Tectonic Materiality of interior element informs balance in a space

Single white light luminere creating focus in a monochromatic space

Use of curved elements can bring a sense of playfulness into the space

Low ceiling height allows light to penetrate from one room to another

Spatial perception of a space can be manipulated by manipulating the scale of an

The Big Rethink: Tectonic Materiality | Master Tutor: Prof. Kireet Patel | Unit Tutors: Rishav Jain, Aparajita Basu | Unit Assistants: Jhanavi Parikh,

BALA’S SOHO STORE

Generates Influences Emphasize

(2020), Hyderabad

Ringo Studio

Synthesis

Elementality of tectonic system has a tantamount effect on the arrangement of a spatial volume.

Soft material tactility Hierarchy in form sinuous vocabulary

Tectonic system overules dimensions of the space.

Curved elements give a sculptural quality to the space

Monochromatic volume holds heavier visual weight

led lights enhance the verticality in a volume

Harmony is achieved in composition when architecture,interior design and interior elements follow the same language.

sculptural frames Order in space

Element as element

Layers of architecture and interior elements can be sepa rated by the use of colours.

Pastel colours bring softness to the ambience Pastel colours bring softness to the ambience

Colour creating cohesivness whilst texture is separating element and furnishings

Position of an element can guide circulation in a space.

Flow in circulation Rhythm Pause points near display units

Linear lights increase verticality in a space and makes the space look bigger

Diffused light enhancing the form of the element through shadows Light creating curiosity

Energetic environment created by pastel colours and sinuous forms

Concealed lighting fixtures bringing a sense of

Visual perception of a space is made more dramatic by the use of curvy elements

Layering of different textures in the same colour, create harmony and tactility

Can changing the tectonics of an object, turn it into an element?

Neetu Saini| PID22219

HYPOTHESIS: CAN PRINCIPLES OF ASSEMBLY-DISASSEMBLY, BE USED TO DESIGN, TECTONIC ELEMENTS FOR AN INTERIOR SPACE.

LARGER CONCERNS

Easy assembly-disassembly of modules for faster construction.

To reduce man power.

To improve material efficency by reuse.

To reduce material wastage.

Neetu Saini PID22219 neetu.pid22219@cept.ac.in

Week 07-08

Module 02 | Role 01 Historical practices through a project representing an ‘era’

ADAPTIVE REUSE OF A HISTORICAL STE

SITE: CEPT UNIVERSITY, FA BLOCK,AHMEDABAD

Architect:

B.V. Doshi

Process:

The process required for us to respond to site context and consciously take design decisions whilst exploring tectonic materiality.This is seen through a visual study of how light,tetxure,colour, material and finishes play out in a space and create experiences.

We explored space making through by designing an element for the interior space and then compared its effect on the atmosphere created through design discussions and crtique.

Process Montage

Process Montage

Element without architecture

Process Montage

Process Montage

Element without architecture

Process Montage

Process Montage

Process Montage

Process Montage

Element without architecture

Inferences:

• Difference between and element and an installation is that an element must always has a role or purpose in an interior space whilst an installtion is an extension of an artistic expression.

• Site attibutes must always be studied before signing up for Role 1.

• Tactonic materiality of elements can help respond to the context by either blending, violent juxtaposition or by creating a statement by creating a new language for interiors.

Master of Interior Design Monsoon 2022 | Faculty of Architecture CEPT University

Role 02 | ORGANIZING ‘MATERIALITY’

Current modern practices through a project representing a ‘Standardization’ 1. Process and Infulences. 5

Creating a scaleable module using cardboard tubes

Week 09-11

Module

02

| Role 02 | Organizing ‘Materiality’

Cardboard Stories

Site: Surat Science Centre

Current modern practices through a project representing a ‘Standardization’ Process:

I was highly infleunced by the works of Shigeru Ban. In his works he tries to conceal his tetconics by using very small nut and bolt system that is almost invisible to the eye. I have taken another approach to the cardboard languae where I am exagerating the tectonics through thick metal plate bands that conncet the paper tubes. This creates a new language for the interior space that can potentially give an identity to Da Vinci Exhibits.

Master of Interior Design Monsoon 2022 | Faculty of Architecture CEPT University

Week 12-16

Module 02 | Role 03 | Materialising the Interior Specialisation Collaborative practices through a project representing an ‘identity’

Perforated Planes

Interior Design Specialization

Process:

Role 3 descibed how interior elements can have an identity of their own and they don’t need to rely on architecture.

We started with perspective sketches, then progressed to charcoal sketches, then materiality model and then final design of space through 3D rendering texhniques.

Perspective Sketch

Foreward:

When I first came across the exhibition designed for Leonardo Da Vinci By Neetu Saini, I could see her striving for something more than simple forms and materials.

Each element is strategically put together and can be disassembled, packaged, moved and assembled again.

Her project addresses major interior design concerns such as wastage of building construction material, sustainable economy, and scalability of design, mass production, low labor cost and easy assembly and disassembly of elements, components and modules on site.

Each junction is designed with a clear thought and intention of using easily available hardware materials for joinery.

Her use of brushed bronze perforated aluminum sheets and wooden blocks create an atmosphere of intrigue, curiosity and transparency and exposes tectonic materiality of interior design elements.

Her tribute to Da Vinci can be seen engraved in the wooden blocks that boldly read Da Vinci‘s Moto ’Ostinato Rigore‘which means ’stubborn rigor‘. This cryptic gestures makes the user curious about its meaning. Almost poetic and an ode to Da Vinci‘s spirit, The space created is humble, scale able, transformable, flexible and aligns with my favorite philosophy of Hedonistic Sustainability I.e. the basic idea that sustainability can and should be pleasurable.

Her interior design sensibility allowed the ’dead object‘s to have a new appeal and her design language managed to blur the differences of era from Da Vinci‘s times to present and the desirable future.

This project is a decent exploration on her part as a young designer to step out in the world as an environmentally conscious individual who is navigating her way into the industry.

-Bjarke Ingles, BIG Architects