08-22-2014, 11:21 AM
Contrasting spaces
Continuity is important in the design of a network of spaces.
One space naturally leads to the next.
Where enclosed spaces are unrelated and separated by car parks, play areas, roads etc, there is no positive contrast or continuity.
If all spaces on a particular site are designed with the same amount of enclosure and the same scale, proportions and detailing, the result can be monotonous.
The concept of contrasting adjacent spaces can be used in a variety of
ways:
By changing the type of space (ie square to linear)
By changing the size/scale
By changing the degree of enclosure
Changing the enclosing elements
Changing the dwelling heights
Continuity is important in the design of a network of spaces.
One space naturally leads to the next.
Where enclosed spaces are unrelated and separated by car parks, play areas, roads etc, there is no positive contrast or continuity.
If all spaces on a particular site are designed with the same amount of enclosure and the same scale, proportions and detailing, the result can be monotonous.
The concept of contrasting adjacent spaces can be used in a variety of
ways:
By changing the type of space (ie square to linear)
By changing the size/scale
By changing the degree of enclosure
Changing the enclosing elements
Changing the dwelling heights