Module objectives:
- Describe the historical development of the main strands of Asian architecture
- Identify a broad range of issues related to the historical and chronological transitions of Asian architectural history
- Interpret architectural language in relation to the development of Asian architecture and urbanism based on the themes of tradition, modernity and globalisation
- Analyse and discuss the relationship between architecture and its social, cultural and intellectual context within the Asian region
- Differentiate the way in which many varied factors contribute to the development of Asian architecture and urbanism
- Produce, orally and in writing, a critical interpretation of Asian architecture and urbanism in relation to relevant issues within the contemporary architecture and design.
Project 1: Research Paper
Topic:
Adaptation of Traditional Pyramidal Palace Roof Construction of China and Korea
in Modern Large Roof Design
Abstract:
The purpose of doing a study on
the construction of a traditional pyramidal roof in China and Korea is to
identify how the modern large roof applies and adapts these methods in their
construction. With the unique and complicated methods the traditional palace
roof was constructed throughout the ancient dynasties, it is anticipated that
the influence of old construction methods in modern construction is studied.
Literature sources vary from the internet, books, videos and journals regarding
the construction of traditional palace roofs were conducted to deepen the
studied topic. In order to have a better understanding, analysis on the
Forbidden City of China palace roof, Gyeongbakgung Palace roof construction,
the China Pavilion in the Shanghai Expo and the Cheongwadae in Seoul, Korea are
taken as references to further study the constructions and characteristics of
the traditional palace roof and modern large roof in both China and Korea. From
the research conducted, it is clear that Korea is heavily influenced by China
in terms of culture and architecture. That’s why the Korean and Chinese palaces
share quite an amount of similarities in their construction of the roof, but
there are some distinctive features in both cultures. However modern buildings
are built to be stronger using less amount of time, thus some traditional
methods are replaced and improved, also materials are replaced with to increase
the building strength and durability. Hence, it is clearly stated that the
traditional construction methods of the palace roof is not only used during
ancient times but also applied and adapted in modern large roof constructions.
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China
(Forbidden City)
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Korea
(Gyeongbokgung Palace)
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Ridge
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Straight
Lines
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Soft Curve
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Eaves
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Dynamic
Curve at the Edge
Main Ridge
finals and Beast ornaments
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Soft Curve
Main Ridge
finals and Beast ornaments
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Flying Rafter Section
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Circle
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Circle
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Eaves Rafter
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Circle
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Circle
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Bracket System
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Dou Gong
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Gongpo
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Comparison of the Chinese and Korean Pyramidal Palace Roof
The Forbidden City of China
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, Korea
Link to full report below
Project 2: An Asian Street Photobook
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