Class Info

Date: February 7, 2023

Meeting Info:  In Person V205

To Do Before Class

  • Read Ching BCI on The Building + Building Elements 2.02-2.04. 
    • Submit scanned + formatted Reading Notes+ Sketches
    • In addition to your notes + sketches, be sure to reflect on and answer the following questions: 
      • How does the book define architecture? 
      • How does that compare / contrast with my own understanding of architecture?
  • Module I: Case Study Order and Geometry Diagram
    • First draft of plan geometry diagram, measured sketch

Topic(s)

  • Notes Review
  • Geometry Diagrams
  • Architectural Drawings – Floor Plans

Activities

  • Review and discuss Reading #1 notes, concept maps, and the reading questions
  • Review and discuss draft plan geometry diagram sketches
  • Reading drawings
    • Standard drawing conventions
    • Drawing coordination
    • References, Grids, and Geometry
  • Module I: Federal Hall First Floor Plan Development
  • Module I: Case Study Order and Geometry Diagram

To Do After Class

  • Read Ching BCI on Egress A.10-A.11. (TEAM A to PRESENT on FEB 14)
    • Submit scanned + formatted Reading Notes+ Sketches
    • In addition to your notes + sketches, identify the following and be ready to discuss: 
      • How many means of egress do I have access to in my home? 
        • Where are they and how do I access them?
      • Sketch out a plan of your home showing how you would exit the building in case of an emergency. If you live in an apartment building, be sure to show the path all the way to the outside of the building, not just your own apartment.
        • Keep in mind that every building should have at least 2 means of egress.
    • Due Tuesday February 14, 12pm here
  • Module I: Federal Hall First Floor Plan
    • Continue Development of First Floor Plan
    • Due Tuesday February 14, 5pm here