Final Model Photos

Here are the pictures of the final model of Villa Savoye at scale of 1:100. As a group, I think we've collaborated quite well, in terms of dividing the works for this model. During the process, we prioritized to make this model as carefully, ambitiously and precisely as we can. So, architecture meaning can still be conveyed. We also tried to understand the architectural attitude that the building explores and represent that in this model.

Final Drawings Set

Set of Drawings

Site Plan

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

Roof Floor Plan

Section 1

Section 2

Axonometric

Making Spiral Stairs and Ramp

During the process of making this model, I realized that the most challenging part of the house is the spiral stairs and the ramp, which is quite complicated. In 1:100 scale, it's pretty complex to create this stair in such a tiny size. However, as a group, we've tried to manage/solve this kind of problem well. We've looked at the size of the stair from the paper provided, as well as the model from google sketchup which is really helpful in giving information about dimensions/sizes.

Tutorial Week 2

This is the last week for us to consult with the tutor. As a group, we agreed to make the model of Villa Savoye on scale 1:100. I do think that we also have to consider the site where the building is surrounded.

The picture above is my printed drawing of a section which is already evaluated by my tutor Nic. I think it is important to put attention on using different lineweights and how to use different type of layers in autocad.

One of the major consideration of the site is when it comes to putting trees. The picture above is the tree design drawings by my tutor Nic. As an archutecture student, we are challanged to be innovative in experimenting with materials. As an example, we can create a tree using wires, woods, etc.

Process of Drawing using AutoCAD

As stated on the brief, we are free to draw using either autocad or hand drawing. I honestly prefer autocad, since it basically more understandable and look more professional. As a young architect who will soon deal with drawings, I think it is a good start for me to try to be able to adapt more with AutoCAD, as architects are expected to have a mastery skill in using both computer software and hand. For this project, I try to make every lineweight in the drawing meaningful, as it is an indication of 'what is cut' and 'what is seen', especially in the section drawings. For instance, the thicker line weight is for the wall that is cut, while the thinner line is for furniture.

Progress Model

Last Saturday, me and my group mates were gathering at Uni to start making the model. We used Google Sketchup as a guide for us to know esactly the scale of each part of the buildings. We struggled a little bit to be able to understand the parts of the building which was generally complex.

We've decided to use balsa wood as the main material of the model, and stick all the pieces using the Zap-a-gap glue which is strong and perfect for model making.

Understanding Villa Savoye

Looking through all the pictures of Villa Savoye, something that came out of my mind is the characteristic of the facade which shows that it was built in 20th century. Mainly from the fact that the exterior facade is influenced by modernism. The building was built by Le Corbusier in Paris, France around 1930s.

Above are a lot of pictures about the building which can be such an inspiration for me to be able to understand the overall view of the building.