One of our Upper School Arts Department's signature programs offers students a unique opportunity to study Architecture and explore principles and techniques in structural design.
The Architecture I class carries a heavy load in that it must grab students' curiosity and interest right at the start because the study of architecture is in and of itself a challenging one. This series of classes begins with learning the basic principles of art and design and their application in the study of architecture. Students creatively examine both hardline (drafting) and free-hand drawing (2-D), integrating them with visual thinking and physical hand-making skills (3-D).
The semester's first design project in Architecture involved drawing and designing the layout of a small house, encouraging students to create a space they are generally familiar with. This year, an added challenge was designing a house that was 1,000 square feet or less. Given the current trend toward smaller homes, ADUs (additional dwelling units), and tiny homes, students encountered real-world challenges and building industry problems stemming from the housing shortage in Los Angeles.
Click here to view images showcasing various drawing types, including plans, elevations, and 1-point perspective drawings of student designs for these tiny homes. The students photographed their models in the studio using traditional background staging and lighting methods, showcasing many designs made from renewable and recyclable corrugated cardboard.
In the new year, please join us on the Upper Campus for a Visual Arts Department exhibit, where the best of the fall semester student work will be showcased in the stairwell gallery and the adjoining rooms of the Library and Founders Union.
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