The term space has multiple interpretations. Spatial design means the staging of the space. Its setting conditions also its use. Particularly the boundary between interior and exterior plays here an important role. Articulating space is the function of architecture - space remains the focal point. The scenic staging and configuration of space entails the examination of various layouts, the study in how a user confronts these spaces.

Introduction to polytopes, perception and spatial experience, semiotics, visual, acoustical, haptic, spaces, examples of staged spaces Intersections, horizon, spatial form, space former, exterior and interior, transparency, dissolving of space, animating spaces
Principles of color composition, pigments and color media, color wheel, color symbolism and theory, the eye, subtractive, additive color mixing
Color in space, color perspective, color effect, synesthesia
Light in space, daylight positions, effects of daylight/artificial lighting, phenomena of artificial lighting, atmospheric lighting
manifestations of space, from endless space to absolute space , examples of applied spatial concepts from Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, Friedrich Kiesler, etc.

Architecture, one influenced by differing factors such as genetic conditions and variable interactions, both technical and natural, forms a medium into which the individual, together with his needs, finds his/her place. The perception or experiencing of space, on the other hand, is subjective, being interpreted differently by each user. Architecture offers the possibility to react, to have an influence on this relationship or system, and consequently, to adapt the spaces to the individual s needs. Each person possesses a unique timeline and perception of space. It may be our goal as architects to mould space into ideal landscapes, ideally suited to a user s needs. Spatial perception varies from person to person. The idea of the apparatus as an extension of the human body, a second skin so to speak, can be applied to the realm of architecture, architecture as a customized instrument, influencing space to match a user s needs. With imagined and built spaces as points of departure, the course will examine and interpret the discrete elements of space. The interpretation places space at the center of examination - an immersion in the cosmos, space, and time.

MODUL SCHEDULE

Introduction module RG: MO, October 10th, 2016, 10 am - 1 pm, Raumlabor.

Introduction workshop: MO, October 10th, 2016, 12 am, Raumlabor.
The introduction to the workshop is mandatory for those wanting to participate in the module RG

Viewing of the building site: THU, 13 October 2016, 09:15 a.m.
The viewing of the building site takes place in the morning.
The meeting point is in the space laboratory at 09:15 a.m.

Exercise blocks, critiques: always Wednesdays afternoon, 2 pm - 6 pm in Raumlabor
For dates see the schedule for the module RG

Exercise blocks: WED, October 12th, 2016 until WED, December 14th, 2016

For lectures see lecture schedule from October until December 2016

Please check the module schedule in the download area of 253.364 for additional appointments.

The schedule for module RG with all exercise blocks, lecture appointments and meeting points for fieldtrips will be available at the end of September 2016 in the download area.

INSPECTIONS in context of the module Spatial Design

Exact dates and meeting points as well as further planned excursions will be announced at the beginning of the term (see "Module Programme" and time schedule in the download area 253.364)

Project

Registration will be open only in the application pool