PROJECT 4:

PRESENTATION DRAWINGS

new studio class with new project and here are some details about this project

INTRODUCTION

Presentation drawings, which consist both 2D drawings (e.g. plan, elevation, cross section & details) and 3D drawings (e.g. perspectives and axonometric projections) is one the most effective ways to communicate the design ideas and concept to the clients or audience. It is used by designers like architects, interior designers or even structural engineers to develop a design idea into a coherent proposal, to explain a scheme and to promote its merits. Since presentation drawings play a vital part in convincing people about the merits of the proposed design, the quality and appropriateness of presentation drawings should be top-notch in terms of composition, drawings rendering, scale chosen, graphical images shown and written description. This is especially so if the presentation drawing is a design proposal which the designer must use to win a job.

OBJECTIVES

§  To introduce students with basic technical or presentation drawings as a medium of communication in built environment.

§  To enhance students’ skills in communicating the ideas and presenting their design through a set of scaled 2D and 3D drawings.

§  To improve students’ skills in rendering, colouring and composing graphical images.

TASK & REQUIREMENTS

§  Based on Project 3B (Objects Connection), students are required to produce a plan and elevations (front, right, left and rear) drawings of their wooden ComforTABLE CHAIR.

§  The drawings should be coloured based on the actual condition of their respective ComforTABLE CHAIR (not based on the colour of their structural model).

§  Drawings should be in A3 size and 1:20 scale.

§  Based on their ComfortABLE CHAIR design, each student is also required to produce at least one coloured:

i)                     axonometric drawing (1:20 scale), and

ii)                   perspective drawing (with human figure shown)

§  Medium: 2A3 size cartridge papers on boards (standard template with landscape orientation)

this new project was so challenging since I didn't have any basics about orthographic but it was quiet interesting trying to learn for my dear lecturer and from the seniors who were really helpful.

for the final result I was really satisfied because I put all my effort and it was really fun learning something new and really important for my course ( axonometric perspective and elevations )

I leave you now with my project pictures

PROJECT 3b:

ok here I come with a new project as usual..

INTRODUCTION

All objects that man creates are either shapes or forms, and the creation involves various elements and principles of design. A shape, be it geometrical or free-form, is a 2D area that is defined in some way by line, space, value, colour or a combination of these. Counterpart to shape, form is a 3D object that has dimension or volume. Shapes like triangles or squares can develop into forms such as cones and cubes with the addition of depth. On the other hand, space is the element that refers to the emptiness within or around the objects, and it can be either positive or negative. In this sense, the shapes and forms are called the positive space, or the ‘figure’, while the empty spaces around shapes and forms are called negative spaces, or the ‘ground’. In built environment, the objects created can be both stand-alone or connected, and functional or non-functional; while the space produced can be both habitable or unhabitable. A sculpture for instance, although is normally considered as unhabitable and non-functional object, but it is a signifant feature for interior and landscape design. In some extent, this non-functional object has inspired many outstanding forms of functional objects, like the ‘Pucuk Rebung’ sculpture for the Menara Telekom building.

OBJECTIVES

§  To improve students’ ability in applying suitable elements and principles of design in producing a functional structure.

§  To expose the students to the challenges of designing a small structure that is a result of a connection or combination of two or more objects.

§  To improve students’ skills in developing and communicating the ideas through conceptual scale model making.

§  To enhance students’ ability in designing a creative form of object and space with the understanding of human physiology, ergonomic and comfort factors based on basic technical knowledge

TASKS & REQUIREMENTS

Project 3b: Objects Connection: A ComforTABLE CHAIR

§  In group of 3, students are required to produce a structural model of a wooden L-shape seating object that combines a table and chair(s) (students are free to design and decide the form of each chair/sofa/table/desk)

§  Besides aesthetical factors, students should also consider the function of the furniture as an outdoor comfortable resting spot for HBP community and visitors (as it will be placed near the HBP pond-waterfall).

§  The size of that L-shape seating object should not be more than 2.8m x 2.0m x 1.2m (length x width x height) dimension.

§  The theme of that seating object is ‘UNITY’, but each group is free to choose their specific concept that is relevant to the stipulated theme.

§  The scale of the model is 1:5 and there is no restriction in colours and materials to be used for the model construction) (new or recycled materials)

§  Each group should include (freehand) written statement to describe about their model design (on the suitable empty spaces next to the L-Shape model) and the title of the project (Objects Connection), the name of each group members, their majors, and the number of main group & studiomasters (on the bottom right of the mounting board)

§  The model is to be permanently attached to the A2 size mounting board as its base.

but for this project its a bit different because its not individual work any more.. now its a group work..each group has 3 members..
its a new experience because its not only your idea or your design ..its 3 people mind, thoughts, ideas.. combining in one project.. and here was the difficulty.. 
this project called

OBJECTS CONNECTION: A ComforTABLE CHAIR

these pictures present our group design about the L-shape chair. The name of our chair design is triple A floral, triple A indicates for the first letter in our name and since the first letter of all my group member is A (Azar, Alaa, Alan) we thought triple A would good name to present our group design, and floral is because the ancient flower design in our chair. We used wooden board for the main material for the pieces and then combined them together with super glue. We have 2 tables for the whole project . The size of our design is 40cm*50cm, the height of the chair is 9cm and for the tables one of them is 14cm height and the other one is 12cm. According to our design concept we put the chair and the tables this way because we wanted the design to be as comfortable and practicable as possible. For the tables we focused about the function and since the location is outdoor the uses of the table may be different. Some would use it for rest and drinks and other could use it for laptop and work. That's why we designed 2 tables in 2 different heights to suite all the uses. We also designed a space underneath the chair so people can put their bags. The design concept is for convenience and saving space.
   The main idea of our design is to gather between luxury and the simplicity of the modern life.
that's why we chose ancient flower design to carve the wood to give it more luxuriousness touch but yet we maintained simple and comfortable design.

PROJECT 3a

 we have a new  project called

project OBJECTS CONNECTION: The SCULPTURE

I was really excited for this project because it seems really challenging...
making this sculpture was so exhausting because this weekend we had to go to pimpin siswa so I didn't have much time to do it and I had no idea how to deal with the material I chose which is (Metal)
even though I stayed a wake for almost 4 days ( since there were no sleeping in camping ) and I hurt my fingers because the metal was really sharp.. but thank god I'm satisfied with the result ...
and I've been chosen to present my work..
and here comes the real problem...
there were lots of lecturers , I was really nervous since this is the very first time for me to present

so I leave you now with some picture of my sculpture

THE IDEA OF MY SCULPTURE WAS 2 CIRCLES COMBINING TOGETHER
EACH ONE REPRESENTS SOMETHING
1- ALL KIND OF HUMAN RACES
2- ALL KIND OF RELIGIONS AND BELIE
SO THAT'S WAS THE HARMONY OF MY SCULPTURE TO COMBINE THESE 2 THINGS SO WE CAN LIVE ALL IN LOVE AND PEACE


FOR THE OTHER PART I GOT INSPIRED BY THE WONDERFUL FAMOUS ARCHITECT ZAHA HADID AND HER IDEA(CRYSTAL LUMINOUS )
SO I BROUGHT THE CRYSTAL BEADS AND THE TORCH LIGHT TO GET THE REFLECTION ON THE CRYSTAL

PROJECT 2: NATURAL & MAN-MADE STRUCTURE

Today is Monday,13 September 2013

Yaaay today we are having a new project, and here are some information about it

PROJECT DETAILS  

Main Topic : Exploration and Appreciation of Design Elements

Type of Project : Individual

Medium / Final Product : Project 2a: 1 A3 Size Cartridge Paper on board (landscape orientation)

 (Black and White Drawing & Pen Ink for Lettering)

 Project 2b: 1 A3 Size Cartridge Paper on board (landscape orientation)

 (Coloured Drawing & Pen Ink for Lettering)

Skills : BLACK & WHITE RENDERING, COLOURING, WRITING (description)

INTRODUCTION  

Man through the ages have learned much from nature to live their life. The integration of various elements of nature has formed many magnificent structures that have long inspired them to build their own structures, and thus foster their civilization. The aerodynamic characteristics of bird’s wings have sparked the ideas to create the thing that can fly: ‘an airplane’, which is then further innovated by several modernist architects in designing various eco-friendly buildings that can maximize the breeze and at the same time minimize the wind load. So does other remarkable man-made structures that have been obviously inspired by nature, like the ‘palm oil tree- like’ of KLIA columns and shell-like roof of Sydney Opera House. This clearly shows that there are so many design elements in nature like lines, shapes, forms, colours, textures etc. that can be creatively ‘mimicked’ by man in building their own structures that can benefit all, not only mankind, but also mother nature that they have borrowed from their children.

OBJECTIVES  

To enhance students’ understanding of  basic elements and principles of design through observation of existing natural and man-made structures.

To enhance students’ creativity in presenting their ideas selectively and graphically.

To nourish students’ skills in creative thinking, observation, sketching, rendering, colouring, writing description and composing graphical images.

TASKS & REQUIREMENTS  

Project 2a: Natural Structure

Students are required to produce a black & white sketch of a natural structure that can be found around USM Main Campus e.g. trees & plants, insects, animals, other creatures etc.

The sketch should include the elements of light and shadow.

Students are also required to do write up (using ‘uppercase architectural lettering’) describing the object chosen for the sketch.

At the back of the mounting board, students should paste the actual photo (black & white) of the object chosen. Students also need to write the name of the object and the location where it is found below the photo.

Medium: 1 A3 size cartridge paper on board (standard template with landscape orientation: see Appendix A).

 I found this bird near to the lake in USM. it's name is Tiong Gembala Kerbau . I t is an Aisan bird for me this is the first time I see this bird's breed, and when I saw it I felt of the greatness of god in the bird beauty and I said I must take a picture and choose this bird to represent my natural structure project
and I had so much fun drawing the little details of its feather . Thank god I like the final result for this drawing it was really exhausting but I think it paid off

Project 2b: Man-made Structure

Students are required to produce a coloured drawing of a man-made structure that can be found around USM Main Campus.

The man-made structure should not be more than one-storey height which clearly exposes its main structures like bus stop, car porch, covered pathway, wakaf etc.

In addition to the elements of light and shadow, the drawing should also include human figure as a reference of scale.

Students are also required to do write up (using uppercase architectural lettering) describing the object chosen for the drawing.

At the back of the mounting board, students should paste the actual photo foto (black & white) of the object chosen. Students also need to write the name of the object and the location where it is found below the photo.

Medium: 1 A3 size cartridge paper on board (refer standard template with landscape orientation below).

As you can see for this project we were supposed to draw and colour  any man made structure inside usm and it has to contain a

 human figure ..for me I tried to find man made structure with human figure but couldnt find any so I had to ask this girl to set on the Gazebo so I can take her a picture and draw it later and she was so friendly and agreed ( I'm really in love with Malaysian people they are really kind and friendly )

after taking the picture I start drawing and I chose this Gazebo to represent my man made structure because just by looking at it you feel relaxed also this shelter looks cosy . It combines between simplicity and beauty

Project 1 (ME ,MYSELF AND I)

Here I am finally in Malaysia. I can't believe that I start my course in USM (University Sains Malaysia)
I'm so excited because today I'm gonna have my first studio class,, :)


Today is 09 September 2013 (Monday) I HAD MY FIRST STUDIO CLASS. it was a new experience ..so much fun but I was in shock when I heard about the project we supposed to do

This is our very first project ..I feel so happy that I started my studio works and in this project I want to do my best and enjoy it ..this is the first step for me to achieve my goal and become an interior designer 

so here are some details about this project

Main Topic   : Aunthenticity & Knowing The Self

Type of Project     : Individual

Medium / Final Product    : 2 A3 Size Cartridge Papers on boards (Portrait Orientation)

                  (Black & White Portrait Sketching, Coloured Logo Design & Pen Ink for Lettering),

                  Virtual Portfolio (Personal Blog)

Skills  : SKETCHING, COLOURING, WRITING(description), GRAPHIC DESIGN

INTRODUCTION

Men are the caliphs of the earth, created with the same purpose; to obey The Creator and to prosper the world (memakmurkan bumi). But, their tasks may differ slightly depending on their unique attitudes, interests, mindsets, talents and physicals traits (body shape, form, skin colours etc). So do the actors of the built environment i.e. architect, interior designer, urban & regional planner, building surveyor, building technologist, quantity surveyor, construction manager, contractor, developer etc. Although they are equipped with different expertise and bear different responsibilities, but they all share the same aim and move integratedly towards the same point: ‘a better built environment’. Thus, knowing about the self, particularly on our uniqueness, passion and strength is indeed vital in understanding the existence and importance of us here, which in turn not only benefit other actors in the built environment, but also the people at large.

OBJECTIVES

§* To stimulate students’ appreciation of beauty and aesthetics through an observation of themselves as the best of all creations (‘sebaik-baik kejadian’).

§*  To encourage students to rediscover their true selves and be able to represent themselves graphically using basic design elements like lines, shapes, forms and colours.

** To introduce students with basic sketching & drawing techniques, lettering, writing description and composing graphical images.

§ *  To introduce students with the importance and responsibilities of every actor in built environment

TASKS & REQUIREMENTS

Project 1a: Stewardship

§  Students need to sketch their own face (self-portrait) with a pencil (black & white)

§  The portrait should not be more than 100mm x 100mm size

§  Students also need to write some descriptions about themselves, by describing their:

i)                     Personal background

ii)                   How they see themselves in 5 years later

iii)                  As an architect / interior designer / urban & regional planner / building surveyor / building technologist / quantity surveyor / or construction manager, what can they contribute for the betterment of the built environment

§  The descriptions should be hand-written (pen ink) using ‘uppercase architectural lettering’.

§  Medium: 1 A3 size cartridge paper on board (refer standard template (portrait orientation) below).

 so as you can see that project 1a is a combination of 2 parts..one is the portrait part and the other is the essay part

I  was really excited for this project and specially for the portrait part it was a bit challenging for me since I have not drew human portrait before 

during process

and finally This is my first try

 but I had some spelling mistakes so I had to redo the whole thing :(

and the second portrait try came out like this

ok so that was about the portrait part
now about the essay part


1- PERSONAL BACKGROUND
My name is Alaa Hamed . I'm Sudanese, but origanilly I'm half Egyption half Turkish. I was born on the fifth of May 1990 and since the day I came into this world I was blessed with loving and supporting family. I have 3 siblings, 2 brothers and 1 sister. I was born and raised in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. I graduated from high school in 2007. My path to college education has been filled with road blocks. So entering this program is like a dream come true.

Interior design and drawing have been always my passion that's why I appreciate being in USM and learning from such an intelligent professors.
During our life we learn many lessons. I learned that practice makes perfect.
I'm not the brightest, I'm not the smartest but I will practice and work hard because for me this opportunity is once in a life time chance.
Since I adore Interior Design I think even if I have difficulty I will do my best to succeed and try to enjoy every moment in this course.

For my hobbies I love drawing , Make up, Fashion, Nail art and basically everything that has to do with art, decorating and beauty. I also like baking and swimming. Pink is my favorite color, it just simply make me smile :)
I cherish friendship, I believe that family and friends are the most important things in the world, They are the real treasure.
Finally, I hope I didn't bore you too much with my life story.


2- WHERE I SEE MYSELF IN FIVE YEARS LATER

Five years from now I see myself (Inshallah) graduated from USM with high GPA certificate.
I see myself working in a good company enjoying every moment because I would be finally following my passion working as an interior designer.
I also see myself preparing to come to USM (since I'm so in love with Malaysia and USM) again to get my master degree.
Because my plan is to have a job after I graduate so I can gain some experience and also so I can help my family who worked really hard for me.
Finally and most important that five years from now I see myself extremely happy because I would be a great interior designer.


3- AS AN INTERIOR DESIGNER WHAT CAN I CONTRUBUTE FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

The human condition is changing rapidly because our modern life has been affecting negatively on the environment. One of the common mistakes nowadays is not leaving enough distance between the high rise condominiums which leads to lack of proper ventilation and not the arrival of the sun to the earth's surface only rarely.
As an interior designer I can contribute for the betterment of the built environment by following these steps: First, Natural Lighting 
Daylight and sunlight are essential requirements to provide a healthy housing environment. Therefore providing sunlight for residential units throughout the day is important to provide a healthy indoor environment for ventilation.
Second, Interior Ventilation Of Buildings Are Important To Provide A Healthy Indoor Environment For Ventilation.
Then, Each house should contain a recycling system.
Also, Having plants inside houses is very good for the environment.
Finally, We should focus on building greenhouses as it helps a lot for better built environment.




Project 1b: Personal Logo

- Students need to create a ‘PERSONAL LOGO’ (as their ‘personal branding’) that best reflects their personality and strengths

- The logo design should contain a maximum of 3 colours.

- Students also need to clarify the design of the logo by describing the rationales for design elements used (such as line, shape, form, colour etc).

- The descriptions should be hand-written using ‘uppercase architectural lettering’(pen ink) and the logo design should not be more than 200mm x 200mm size.

-Medium: 1 A3 size cartridge paper on board (refer standard template (portrait orientation) below).

And this is my logo design all about pink and butterfly :)

PERSONAL LOGO

I chose this design for my logo because I think it reflects  my personality.

The design is a butterfly shape.

The body of the butterfly " the black part" is A letter. It represents the first letter of my name which is Alaa.

For the wings " the pink part" I chose it to be like H letter shape to represents the first letter of my last name " Hamed" .

I chose butterfly concept because in my point of view I think that it describes beauty, purity and faith.
It also symbolizes bravery and courage because of the butterfly transformation.

About the logo colors, pink stands for appreciation, delicate, femininity, innocence and floral.

And the black color stands for classic, mystery and distinctive.

For the tag line I chose " Fly Like a Butterfly" to symbolize beauty and freedom

and that was every thing for my first project, even though it was a bit hard and it took me while specially that I had to redo project 1a and I stayed a wake all night long but I really enjoy it " I think I'm so in love with this studio subject" I'm looking forward for the following projects ;)