Architectural concepts

Kisho Kurokawa:

In the following axonometrics, I have used the following ideas for inspiration: dynamic architecture; symbiosis and abstract symbolism. Dynamic architecture explores how architecture can be flexible, interchangeable, reversible and extendible based on the functions or requirements of a space (seen specifically through the Nakagin Capsule Tower). Symbiosis explores the relationship between the inside and outside of a building. Kurokawa considers how one can directly influence the other and how to transfer elements between them. Kurokawa also explores the idea of abstract symbolism and how specific shapes have specific universal meaning, which does not stem from belief.

Steven Holl:

In the following axonometrics, I have used the following ideas of Steven Holl’s to base them off: phenomenology, porosity and hinged spaces. Phenomenology explores how the experience of walking through architecture changes as you move through it. That is, every part of a space has a different experience depending on where you stand. As the observer pass through a room, the architecture reveals itself to them. Porosity is explored by Steven Holl, as a way of breaking down a solid mass. Especially light and movement illustrate the idea of porosity. Hinged spaces explore how a space can be flexible based on function (similar to metabolist idea of dynamic architecture).