Theory of Design - Part 4of5 Architectural Concepts

Question 1

Categories of Architectural Concepts

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Thematic or Symbolic/ Functional/ Structural/ Environmental/ Technological

Question 2

5 Types of Thematic/Symbolic Concepts (MEDIA)

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Analogies/ Metaphors/ Essences/ Direct Responses/ Ideals

Question 3

Thematic/Symbolic Concept: Literal translation (e.g. My house is like an umbrella)

Answer 3

Analogies

Question 4

Types of Architectural Analogy Concepts

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Biological/ Mechanical/ Gastronomical/ Linguistic

Question 5

Thematic/Symbolic Concept: Mental acrobatics

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Metaphors

Question 6

Thematic/Symbolic Concept: Deep symbols and meanings (e.g. Symbols of shelter)

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Essences

Question 7

Thematic/Symbolic Concept: Easiest with no mental acrobatics (stated requirements)

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Direct Responses

Question 8

Thematic/Symbolic Concept: Universal values/higher aspirations

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Ideals

Question 9

Traditional definitions of good architecture (utilitas/fermitas/venustas)

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Functional Concepts

Question 10

Examples of structural concepts

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By Gravity/ Post and Lintel/ Arches and Vault/ Flying Buttress/ Domes/ Space Frames/ Suspended Systems/ Prefabrication/ Stretched Membrane

Question 11

Architectural concept which makes use of what you have

Answer 11

Environmental Concept