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1. Theory of Architecture 1
Introduction to Architecture
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2. Theory of Architecture 1
Architecture: defined
The ART
and SCIENCE
of DESIGNING
and CONSTRUCTING
BUILDINGS.

3. Theory of Architecture 1
• ART
• Environmental Design
• Urban Design
• City Planning
• Interior Design
• Space Planning

4. Theory of Architecture 1
• SCIENCE
• Engineering
• Behavioural Science
• Sociology
• Anthropology
• Landscape Architecture

5. Theory of Architecture 1
• Greek – arkhitekton, from "chief" and "builder, carpenter,
mason
• The practice of an architect, where architecture means to
offer or render professional services in connection with the
design and construction of a building, or group of buildings
and the space within the site surrounding the buildings,
that have as their principal purpose human occupancy or
use.
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6. Theory of Architecture 1
Theory of Architecture: defined
•from theoria, meaning "a looking at, viewing,
beholding", and refers to contemplation or speculation,
as opposed to action
•analysis of a set of fact in relation to one another

7. Theory of Architecture 1
Theory of Architecture: defined
•act of thinking, discussing, or most importantly writing
about architecture

8. Theory of Architecture 1
Forms & Types of Theory
•Descriptive Theory
•Perspective Theory
•Critical Theory

9. Theory of Architecture 1
Essence & Composition
•A collection of thought,view,ideas
•Organized by theme or topic
•Evolution of thoughts
•Combination of various thoughts, speculations &
concepts

10. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
•Of space, structure & enclosure
•Through movement in space & time
•By means of technology
•Accommodates a program
•Compatible with its context

11. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
•Of space, structure & enclosure
•Organizational pattern,relationships, hierarchy
•Formal image and spatial definition
•Qualities of shape,color,texture,scale,proportion
•Qualities of surface,edges, and openings

12. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
• Through movement in space & time
• Approach & entry
• Path Configuration & access
• Sequence of Spaces
• Light, view, touch, hearing, and smell

13. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
• By means of technology
• Structure & Enclosure
• Environmental protection & comfort
• Health, safety, & welfare
• Durability

14. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
• Accommodates a program
• User requirements, needs, and aspirations
• Socio-cultural factors
• Economic factors
• Legal restraints
• Historic traditions & precedents

15. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Systems
• Compatible with its context
• Site & environment
• Climate
• Geography
• Sensory & cultural characteristics of the place

16. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Orders
• Physical
• Perceptual
• Conceptual

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18. Theory of Architecture 1
Architectural Orders
• Perceptual
• Sensory perception & recognition of physical elements
• Approach & Departure
• Entry & Egress
• Movement through the order of spaces
• Functioning of & activities within spaces
• Qualities of light, color, texture, view,& sound

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20. Theory of Architecture 1
Villa Savoye, Le Corbusier

21. Theory of Architecture 1
Activity #2
Analysis of Villa Savoye
By Le Corbusier
• Illustrate & Explain the Architectural Systems of Villa Savoye
• Use A4 size Bond Paper
• Provide Cover Page

22. NAME OF SCHOOL
SCHOOL ADDRESS
Activity No.
ANALYSIS OF VILLA SAVOYE
Submitted by:
SURNAME, GIVEN NAME MIDDLE INITIAL
STUDENT NUMBER
SUBJECT CODE & SECTION
Submitted to:
Arch. Janice Ma. Irene Echiverri