DESIGN

CONCEPT
INTRODUCTION
D E L O S O, N I K K A L O R R A I N E
D O M A N G C A S , C E D R I C K J O S H UA
FA L Q U E Z A , T R I S H A A N N M A E
AR141-1P | B50
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ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS
• Architecture is the art and science of building
• It is the creation of functional spaces with the considered use of material
• Architecture should be technically efficient and aesthetically pleasing
ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS

• The Art
- the product or result of architectural work: buildings, collectively
• and Science
- a style or method of building characteristic of a people, place, or time
• of Designing
- the profession of designing buildings and other habitable environments
• and Constructing
- the conscious act of forming things resulting in a unifying or coherent structure
• Buildings
 ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS
An architect can perform many roles including design, specification writer, construction observation,
ombudsman, and even in some cases construction. An architect,
1. Invents,
A building becomes something of an invention by virtue of the specific requirements of the client.
2. Design buildings,
To design is to plan with a specific purpose in mind
3. Translate the users’ requirements into a built environment.

The architect is a translator in that they translate a user’s requirement into a built environment.
 ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS
An architect can perform many roles including design, specification writer, construction observation,
ombudsman, and even in some cases construction. An architect,
1. Invents,
A building becomes something of an invention by virtue of the specific requirements of the client.
2. Design buildings,
To design is to plan with a specific purpose in mind
3. Translate the users’ requirements into a built environment.

The architect is a translator in that they translate a user’s requirement into a built environment.
ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS
This is one of the important parts of the design phases. Communication with the clients, the client is
what affects the design of an architect. These includes the client’s preferences and hobbies. Next is the
building design. This includes the no. of rooms, what are the spaces the client needs, how should the
design flow from one place to another. The site also tells you how the building would look like, this
includes the sun location, wind direction, the foliage and the topography of the location. Every design is
unique and different from each person’s perspective
Buildings have meaning just like any other art. Architecture can have meaning simply by virtue of its size,
shape, or location. An architect can portray theory and meaning using architectural styles. Another way of
incorporating meaning is through careful evaluation of the project and development of themes and ideas.
ARCHITECTURE AND ITS DEFINITIONS
There are 4 elements of style that are used in architecture: Scale, Form, Complexity, and Material
• Scale is about how buildings reflect and accommodate human scale.
For example, Palladio used ratio and proportion found in nature to create harmonious buildings.

• Complexity portrays a certain idea or ethos.

Louis Sullivans intricate ornamental stone detailing, which reflects the spirit of an era. A building can also be
ornamental in a unique way like Antonio Gaudis buildings or simplified to only steel and glass as in Mies Van De Rohs
aesthetic. It can also be free of details.

• Materials is what an architect chooses to build with.

It is affected by both cost and intent. It is up to the architect to take the meaning and intent of their commission
and have the architecture reflect that in some way.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Architectural design is a discipline that focuses on covering and meeting the needs and
demands, to create living spaces, using certain tools and especially, creativity. Therefore,
the aim is to combine the technological and the aesthetic, despite the general belief that
architecture is only a technological task.
Architectural design is considered the basis and the first phase before bringing the idea
to reality.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Some factors to consider on what makes a good design is:
• Functional
• Economical/Affordable
• Visually Pleasing/Aesthetic
• Background of the Project
CONCEPTS OF ARCHITECTURE
When referring to architecture; a concept is an idea, thought or notion that forms the
backbone and foundation of a design project and one that drives it forward. It becomes
the force and identity behind a projects progress and is consistently consulted
throughout every stage of its development.
An architectural concept is the meaning and reason to the product (the completed
building or structure) and is the very first part of the design process to be developed
and realized much like a seed is to plant. And just like a plant seed it can come from a
vast array of sources and produce a huge number of variations and outcomes.
CONCEPTS OF ARCHITECTURE
These concepts could derive from the Site which includes the climate, orientation,
views, access, context and history of the property, the design briefing that covers the
client and building needs, accommodation and budget, and the building typology which
is the building’s type and use.
Design concept is used in the entirety of the project such as the exterior and interior of
a structure and the landscape. A strong architecture concept gives the architect a clear
direction and framework when making design decisions and provides a methodology to
the thinking process by offering a type of rule book.
DESIGN TEAM
ENGINEERS
ARCHITECT
CONSULTANTS

CLIENT CONSTRUCTION INTERIOR

MANAGER DESIGNERS

CONTRACTOR SUBCONTRACTORS
DESIGN PHASES
There are 5 design phases to architectural services. Pre-Design, Schematic Design,
Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
These concepts breakdown how architects define their design services. They are the
steps of an architect’s role in design.
PRE-DESIGN
Pre-Design is a general term for what we do before we start designing a building. This
will include preliminary research on the property owner’s part and architect. Pre-design
will be determining the information we need to begin design. Some factors to consider
are site analysis, zoning analysis, project scope and goals, building program, budget and
team.
SITE PREPARATION
Site preparation involves the demolition or wrecking of buildings and other structures,
clearing of building sites and sale of materials from demolished structures. Site
preparation also entails blasting, test drilling, landfill, levelling, earth-moving, excavating,
land drainage and other land preparation
ZONING ANALYSIS
Zoning Analysis is a comprehensive report that through text and diagrams assess and
illustrates the development rights of a property according to local zoning regulations.
The analysis determines what one can build on a given property and is an essential part
of zoning due diligence.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
The architect does precedent research and analysis of the property. The analysis will include zoning and
building code issues that may affect the development, as well as site analysis. Programming is part of
schematic design. This is when the client provides the architect with a list of what spaces are going into
the building. The architect establishes the size, location, and relationships between all the spaces.
SCHEMATIC DESIGN
The basic goal of schematic design is to develop the shape and size of the building with
some basic design. We develop the general plan and basic exterior design in Schematic.
During the schematic design phase, we figure out more or less how the building will
look and operate. Schematic phase has a great deal of sketching, lots of meetings with
the clients, and basic design. It is overall the fun part for the clients. Schematic is where
you are really doing the general design, but not getting into deep detail.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
In Design Development the architect and owner will work together to select materials
including interior finishes and products such as windows. doors, fixtures, appliances, etc.
The architect will revise the drawings with more specificity and detail than in Schematic
Design. Engineering will commence on the structure, plumbing, electrical,
heating/ventilation systems, energy analysis and any other project specific systems. At
the end of design development, a good deal of product selection and systems design
should be progressing. This phase concludes when the interior and exterior design of
the building is locked in by the owner and architect.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
In the construction document phase the architect and engineers finalize all the technical
design and engineering including structural engineering and detailing, heating air
conditioning and ventilation systems, plumbing, electrical, gas, energy calculations, and
all products and materials are selected and scheduled.
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
The architect will periodically visit the job site to see progress and ensure the contractor
is following the plans. The architect will be available to answer questions and provide
additional information to issues that arise. During this phase it is not uncommon that
some additional services for the architect arise due to change orders. The architect stays
on the project until the building is finished, and all final inspections are all completed
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
Architectural design concept has shaped my designs for the past few years most notably
with my time in Tropical Architecture where I would have to design structures taking
consideration of the climate, terrain, ventilation, etc. which is essentially part of Site
Analysis. Another one is where I had to create a design for renovating heritage houses
like Bahay na Bato, designs influenced by vernacular architecture and a house made of
wood with exceptions. As for the economical phases I haven’t encountered managing
the budget given by the client since I’ve only worked on endless budget.
Understanding architectural design concept helped me progress and grow
knowledgably about the proper way of designing. It also improved my skills and creative
thinking in the creation of what is beautiful, appealing, and more significance.
REFERENCE
https://www.mchmaster.com/news/architectural-design-definition-types-and-examples
https://fontanarchitecture.com/architectural-design-phases
https://www.archisoup.com/what-is-an-architectural-concept
https://stats.oecd.org/glossary/detail.asp?ID=2469
https://fontanarchitecture.com/zoning-analysis-report/