| Title |
A study on the concept design of spatial configuration through architectural sections |
| Keywords |
sectional concept ; conceptual design ; vertical space |
| Abstract |
The early stage of architectural concept design is the beginning point where architects explore the spatial configuration. Expecially, the sectional design in architecture is a way of developing designed forms into 3 dimensional organization and integrating partial forms into a harmonized design on the vertical plane.
In this study through the analyses of architects' sectional drawings, means of developing sectional forms in architectural concept design are categorized into three types : 1) analogical 2) responsive 3) technological. Additionally organizational efforts of spatial configuration in architectural section design is composed of : 1) geometric allocation of vertical spaces 2) introducing vertical flows of lights, winds, heat, sights etc. in internal space. 3) measuring and adjusting width, length, and height of elements and 4) developing architectural details and technologies. For the result, by illustrating the means of formal development and the organizational effort involved in section designs of selected architects, this study demonstrates value and role of sectional thoughts in building design and the validity of vertical conceptualization in order for integrated spatial organization in architecture. |