http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Publications/Guardian/2005/images/playground.jpg
Image 1 - Wotton's Definition
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-epic-4g-coming-to-sprint-august-31/
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
IAR 222, RC1 Images
Image 4 - Happiness
http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Publications/Guardian/2005/images/playground.jpg
Image 1 - Wotton's Definition
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-epic-4g-coming-to-sprint-august-31/
http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Publications/Guardian/2005/images/playground.jpg
Image 1 - Wotton's Definition
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-epic-4g-coming-to-sprint-august-31/
IAR 222, RC1
E. Billie Matthews
IAR 222-01
Comprehension I
09.01.2010
1. Wotton’s definition
“In architecture, as in all operative arts, the end must direct the operation. The end is to build well. Well building hath three conditions: commodity, firmness and delight.” – Sir Henry Wotton
A cellular communication device satisfies Wotton’s definition of commodity, firmness and delight. For instance, the Samsung Epic 4G, is built well and the end product directs its operation. Commodity refers to the functionality of an object or building. It is easily noted that this object is designed as a telecommunication mechanism. It meets and then exceeds this primary function. It not only allows a relay of conversation, it expands its use to include text messaging, instant messaging and email. This phone also exhibits firmness. Its separate parts, both mechanical & technical, serve as a one cohesive item. This cohesion provides stability which further enhances its functionality. Finally, the Samsung Epic 4G, is a delight. Although this can be interpreted in many different ways, this object offers the user an enjoyable feeling. The user has immediate access to the outside world. This includes access to others, sports, financial information, media and fun and games.
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-epic-4g-coming-to-sprint-august-31/
2. Cultural precedents
In looking at the second contemporary textile illustration, a heavy eastern influence can be noted from the fabric detail. The material seems to be directly reflective of Japanese paintings, furnishing, textiles and art. Japanese influence is suggestive in the brightness in selection of color. Furthermore, the use of asymmetry in the pattern is reminiscent of Japanese art. The design is very naturalistic, detailing flowers and ribbons. The botanical motif is further accentuated by geometric artistry that swirls and encloses the flowers. The pattern is random, yet unique calm. It’s high-style, but easily communicates openness and availability.
3. Space
America is an individualistic country. This is relayed in the polarized economy, the geography of most of its municipalities, the varying structure of the legal system and in everyday life. While many cultures are collectivistic, we desire a set amount of personal space. Space with regards to IAR 222, is abundant. No student seems to delight in the excessive amount of space. Each fights to further space themselves and their property out. After learning that seating was assigned, a higher appreciation of space was developed. Instead of chairs and rows to mark personal space, inches separate one student from another. What was once taken for granted is now a hot commodity. I’m sure the entire class would agree that those seated in the end seats are the ‘lucky’ ones.
4. Happiness
An architecture of happiness does not exist. The satisfaction or elation we receive from architecture is relative, varied and temporary.
“But sensitivity to architecture also has its more problematic aspects. If one room can alter how we feel, if our happiness can hang on the colour of walls or the shape of a door, what will happen to us in most of the places we’re forced to look at and inhabit?” de Botton, p. 13
A simple picture of a child’s playground exudes happiness. It conjures images of children hard at play, their laughter and joy rebounding off the swings or echoing through the air.
http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Publications/Guardian/2005/images/playground.jpg
IAR 222-01
Comprehension I
09.01.2010
1. Wotton’s definition
“In architecture, as in all operative arts, the end must direct the operation. The end is to build well. Well building hath three conditions: commodity, firmness and delight.” – Sir Henry Wotton
A cellular communication device satisfies Wotton’s definition of commodity, firmness and delight. For instance, the Samsung Epic 4G, is built well and the end product directs its operation. Commodity refers to the functionality of an object or building. It is easily noted that this object is designed as a telecommunication mechanism. It meets and then exceeds this primary function. It not only allows a relay of conversation, it expands its use to include text messaging, instant messaging and email. This phone also exhibits firmness. Its separate parts, both mechanical & technical, serve as a one cohesive item. This cohesion provides stability which further enhances its functionality. Finally, the Samsung Epic 4G, is a delight. Although this can be interpreted in many different ways, this object offers the user an enjoyable feeling. The user has immediate access to the outside world. This includes access to others, sports, financial information, media and fun and games.
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/samsung-epic-4g-coming-to-sprint-august-31/
2. Cultural precedents
In looking at the second contemporary textile illustration, a heavy eastern influence can be noted from the fabric detail. The material seems to be directly reflective of Japanese paintings, furnishing, textiles and art. Japanese influence is suggestive in the brightness in selection of color. Furthermore, the use of asymmetry in the pattern is reminiscent of Japanese art. The design is very naturalistic, detailing flowers and ribbons. The botanical motif is further accentuated by geometric artistry that swirls and encloses the flowers. The pattern is random, yet unique calm. It’s high-style, but easily communicates openness and availability.
3. Space
America is an individualistic country. This is relayed in the polarized economy, the geography of most of its municipalities, the varying structure of the legal system and in everyday life. While many cultures are collectivistic, we desire a set amount of personal space. Space with regards to IAR 222, is abundant. No student seems to delight in the excessive amount of space. Each fights to further space themselves and their property out. After learning that seating was assigned, a higher appreciation of space was developed. Instead of chairs and rows to mark personal space, inches separate one student from another. What was once taken for granted is now a hot commodity. I’m sure the entire class would agree that those seated in the end seats are the ‘lucky’ ones.
4. Happiness
An architecture of happiness does not exist. The satisfaction or elation we receive from architecture is relative, varied and temporary.
“But sensitivity to architecture also has its more problematic aspects. If one room can alter how we feel, if our happiness can hang on the colour of walls or the shape of a door, what will happen to us in most of the places we’re forced to look at and inhabit?” de Botton, p. 13
A simple picture of a child’s playground exudes happiness. It conjures images of children hard at play, their laughter and joy rebounding off the swings or echoing through the air.
http://www.ofm.gov.on.ca/english/Publications/Guardian/2005/images/playground.jpg
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