| Title |
The Effectiveness of Architectural Typology as a Communicative Tool |
| Authors |
Kim Duk-Su ; Kwun Joon-Bum |
| Keywords |
Architectural typology ; Design methodology ; Architectural pedagogy |
| Abstract |
The typological approach in architecture is a way for the expert and non-expert(e.g., client/user or student) to understand both the starting point and goal of a project.??The typological approach helps in designing for understandability in built environments.??It stems from two notions: (1) the human's cognitive capacity enhanced by economy and accuracy of recognition; and (2) the need for an instrumental tool and communitive device between the expert and non-expert.??The architectural typology has become not only a means for classifying buildings in order to create architectural inventions, but also permits the introduction of 'memory' into the explications, concepts, and production of buildings.??A 'typology of forms' in architecture is a vivid and concrete technique for sharing knowledge.??In this study, the typological approach is dealt with from two perspectives: educational and practical perspectives.??Through the analysis of the questionnaire survey, this study confirms the effectiveness of typological approache as a practical and educational tool. |