ARCH-2603 Architectural Design III

An intermediate architectural design studio that continues and expands the study of concepts from Architectural Design II. The course is intended to fulfill all or part of each of the following 2014 National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) Student Performance Criteria: A.4 Architectural Design Skills, A.6 Use of Precedents, B.2 Site Design. Lec 4, Lab 8, Cr 6

Credits

6

Prerequisite

ARCH-1304, ARCH-1308, ARCH-2312

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of architectural programming and its role in architectural design.
  2. Identify, document, and use site specific characteristics and contextual information to develop design proposals.
  3. Recognize and comprehend the disparate needs of clients, users, and other members of the community.
  4. Graphically communicate design ideas at various stages during the design process.
  5. Integrate environmental and architectural principles.
  6. Initiate and sustain a schematic design process.