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Friday, January 30, 2015

Chapter 3: Form and Space

Form and Space: The Unity of Opposites

An object occupying space is equally as important as its surroundings. Unity is created between opposites, existing or non-existent (vacant space) when the impact it causes to the viewer is a balanced.

In the image below, the building stands by itself in the middle of negative space.


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Defining Space with Horizontal Elements: Depressed Plane
A depressed plane is one that can be found below the ground surface.
An example is this ancient Roman theater made beside a hill.


 

 
 
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Defining Space with Vertical Linear Elements: Single Vertical Plane

A single vertical plane can serve to give a space a specific orientation. It can create division between spaces, but at the same time offer a connective path.
 





 
The example below shows a divided space. The sliding glass door divides and unites both spaces. 
 

 
 
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Qualities of Architectural Space: View
 
A view is simply what is visible from inside a space. A view allows for interaction between an interior and its surroundings.
 
In the example below, a large window provides a connection between the inside and a picturesque view of its natural surroundings.
 

 

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Article Title: Large classical opening : Sliding window
 
Date Accessed: January 30, 2015

Openings in Space-Defining Elements: Within Planes

Openings within a space allow for a flow of continuity of space.






In the example below we can see that the opening provides a view of the adjacent space and reduces the degree of enclosure.
 
 

 

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2 comments:

  1. Really unique image examples. Great interpretations of the book definitions. They are simple and easy to understand. For terms that have multiple subcategories I would love to see the original term defined first just to get a better understanding of it.

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  2. Very informative. Great job on images as well!

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