Platinum Winner of the International Architecture & Design Awards 2024
AxiRota
Architecture
Pop-ups, Temporary & Modular Structures
Completed / Professional Category
Architect / Designer:
Karl Daubmann (Class Coordinator)
Studio:
Lawrence Technological University
Design Team:
Azubike Ononye (Instructor), Masataka Yoshikawa (Instructor), and 78 LTU M.Arch Students
Country:
United States
The Critical Practice Studio delves into the contextual elements of design practice, emphasizing the importance of construction and teamwork under the theme of “Building Collaboration”. It probes the situational facets of design work, intertwining the aspects of planning and actual creation.
At the heart of this course is the examination of current critical practice issues, approached through research, development, and presentation of design concepts within a team-based framework. This mirrors the collaborative nature of the architectural profession, underscoring the necessity for professionals to excel in team settings.
In a rapid one-week timeframe, participants are tasked with constructing exterior structures that are not only inhabitable but also serve as discursive and projective proofs of concept, hinting at broader possibilities beyond immediate applications.
Technological innovation plays a crucial role, with techniques like projection and virtual reality pushing traditional professional boundaries, particularly during the project’s climax.
Emphasis is also placed on advanced planning, material acquisition, and the logistics of fabrication sites. Elements such as scale, logistics, and labor are scrutinized within the design process, particularly in the two culminating built projects.
The course boldly bridges the gap between architectural models and full-scale prototypes, encouraging exploration in this realm.
Structured through a series of progressive assignments, students are prompted to explore and integrate factors such as user interaction, construction techniques, materials, and location into the design of a physical structure.
Each assignment builds on the previous, escalating in scale, complexity, and practicality. As the course progresses, students transition from working in smaller groups to larger teams, merging diverse ideas into a unified final project.
Addressing the disconnect architects often face from direct engagement with their medium, the studio emphasizes collaborative building. This not only simulates real-world scenarios but also fosters speculation on innovative practice outcomes, making it an invaluable experience for budding architects.
The Critical Practice Studio delves into the contextual elements of design practice, emphasizing the importance of construction and teamwork under the theme of “Building Collaboration”. It probes the situational facets of design work, intertwining the aspects of planning and actual creation.
At the heart of this course is the examination of current critical practice issues, approached through research, development, and presentation of design concepts within a team-based framework. This mirrors the collaborative nature of the architectural profession, underscoring the necessity for professionals to excel in team settings.
In a rapid one-week timeframe, participants are tasked with constructing exterior structures that are not only inhabitable but also serve as discursive and projective proofs of concept, hinting at broader possibilities beyond immediate applications.
Technological innovation plays a crucial role, with techniques like projection and virtual reality pushing traditional professional boundaries, particularly during the project’s climax.
Emphasis is also placed on advanced planning, material acquisition, and the logistics of fabrication sites. Elements such as scale, logistics, and labor are scrutinized within the design process, particularly in the two culminating built projects.
The course boldly bridges the gap between architectural models and full-scale prototypes, encouraging exploration in this realm.
Structured through a series of progressive assignments, students are prompted to explore and integrate factors such as user interaction, construction techniques, materials, and location into the design of a physical structure.
Each assignment builds on the previous, escalating in scale, complexity, and practicality. As the course progresses, students transition from working in smaller groups to larger teams, merging diverse ideas into a unified final project.
Addressing the disconnect architects often face from direct engagement with their medium, the studio emphasizes collaborative building. This not only simulates real-world scenarios but also fosters speculation on innovative practice outcomes, making it an invaluable experience for budding architects.
Lawrence Technological University
The College of Architecture and Design at Lawrence Technological University prepares students to become architects and designers who can address 21st-century challenges through critical thinking and creative problem-solving. The school’s approach is centered around being Focused on Design, Immersed in Technology, and Grounded in Practice. This equips our students with practical skills and knowledge to make a positive global impact. Our multi-disciplinary design approach, international experiences, integration of technology, and connection to industry, foster innovative approaches that address real-world concerns.