SHED – WEEK 1
I started the new project with a lot of sketch models, always using the shape of a traditional shed as the starting point for my designs. That way I wanted to explore the idea of inside-out and get familiar with the idea of creating a shed. I didn’t want to destroy the shape of the “normal” shed completely and I started experimenting with different openings, which could be windows or other architectural details. While doing that I was thinking a lot about the shadows that the structure could potentially create.
In relation to the idea of creating openings I looked at the Transparent Church ( designed by Gijs Van Vaerenbergh ) in Belgium. I found the idea of making such an open space very inspiring, as it creates a strong connection between a building and its surrounding.
Later this week I deconstructed some of the Sketch models I made and I tried to put them together in a different way. This idea of deconstruction expresses in my opinion the problems we have with climate change nowadays.
At this point I was looking at sculptures from different artists that explore the idea of falling apart. I particularly liked CUBI XII by David Smith as I found the way in which Smith combines different geometric shapes very interesting.
While experimenting I started looking at many different shelters, tiny houses and sculptures in order to understand how other architects and artists create buildings which have a strong connection to their surroundings. This research showed me that i have an endless amount of possibilities when it is about choosing a shape and materials for my design. I also realized that I have to experiment more.
Sketch Idea week 1:
I also analyzed photographs from Tentsmuir this week , as I think that the side is crucial for my design in many ways and I wanted to use Tentsmuir as my main source of inspiration.