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Architecture Design Basics

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Course Description

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of buildings and architecture through a simple, engaging, and exploratory approach. It familiarizes learners with the purpose, components, and basic design principles of buildings, helping them understand how architecture responds to human needs and environmental conditions.

The course focuses on developing an understanding of how buildings function and adapt to different climates, cultures, and uses, with emphasis on basic structural stability, materials, and spatial planning. Through hands-on and interactive learning methods such as sketching, model-making, brainstorming, and simple design exercises, students are encouraged to think creatively and explore elementary eco-friendly building ideas.

Advanced Credit Program

Course Objectives

  • To introduce students to the basic concepts and elements of buildings and architecture.
  • To develop an understanding of how climate, culture, and function influence building design.
  • To encourage creative thinking and problem-solving through simple design activities such as sketching and model-making.
  • To enable students to apply fundamental design principles in basic spatial planning and building layouts.
Advanced Credit Program

Course Outcomes

  • CO1: Identify and describe the basic elements and components of buildings.
  • CO2: Explain how climate, culture, and function influence architectural design.
  • CO3: Create simple sketches and layouts demonstrating basic spatial planning and design principles.
Advanced Credit Program

Day Wise Schedule

Day

Topic

Sub-Topic No.

Sub-Topic Title

Detailed Contents

Day 1

Introduction to Architecture

1.1

Definition and Significance of Architecture

Meaning of architecture, scope, importance, role in shaping society

1.2

Necessity of Buildings

Shelter, safety, social, cultural and economic roles of buildings

1.3

Classification of Buildings

Residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, recreational

1.4

Basic Building Components

Walls, roofs, windows, doors – functions and types

1.5

Activity: Building Observation

Identifying building types and components in surroundings

Day 2

Structure, Materials & Drafting

2.1

Principles of Structural Stability

Load transfer, balance, basic structural behavior

2.2

Scale and Measurement

Sketching, blueprints, technical drawings

2.3

Structural Elements

Importance of scale, proportion, basic measurements

Day 3

Climate, Culture & Styles

3.1

Climate and Architecture

Hot, cold, humid, dry climates and design responses

3.2

Cultural Influences

Culture, traditions, history influencing architecture

Day 4

Space Planning & Design

4.1

Functional Spaces

Living room, kitchen, bedroom, workspace – functions

4.2

Spatial Organization

Zoning, circulation, space efficiency

Day 5

Sustainable & Smart Architecture

5.1

Introduction to Sustainable Architecture

Concept, importance, benefits

5.2

Green Building Technologies

Solar panels, rainwater harvesting, natural ventilation

5.3

Smart Building Concepts

Automation, energy efficiency, digital controls

Reference Books

  • Book 1: "Architecture: Form, Space, and Order" – Francis D.K. Ching
  • Book 2: "Why Buildings Stand Up: The Strength of Architecture" – Mario Salvadori

Mentor Details

Know your Mentor

Contact Number

Email Id

Teaching Experience (in Yrs.)

Ar. Bhavna Sharma

9814996777

Bhavna.e17418@cumail.in

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