Design Principles

Course Code:

LAUD 116

Course Period:

Spring

Course Type:

Core

Theory:

2

Practice:

2

Lab:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

8

Course Language:

İngilizce

Course Objectives:

1. To teach basic elements and principles of design. 2. To experience basic values and principles of landscape design at different scales 3. To teach the effective presentation of design principles 4. To teach how construction and materials can affect a design.

Course Content:

This course introduces the students to the vocabulary of the elements of art and the principles of visual organization. The elements of art including line, shape, value, texture, colour and space and the principles of design comprising balance, rhythm, proportion, dominance, movement, economy, time and motion are explored through creative processes and visual analyses of major artistic styles of the past as well as today's urban and landscape design. In this course, students investigate the visual unity of an artwork through harmony and variety using diverse materials, media and techniques. Critical thinking, visual exploration and conceptual problem solving skills are experienced through the articulation of visual problems that emphasize dialogue and self-evaluation. The course is designed to provide the students with the ability to analyze various forms of visual arts in order to develop creative ideas and concepts, and apply their knowledge of design elements and design principles into studio projects

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Question-Answer, 3: Discussion, 4:Drawing, 5:Case Study

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Testing, C: Homework

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1)Identify and apply the principles and elements of design in the creation of visual solutions to art and design problems	1,2,7,8,12	1,2,3,4,5	A & C
2)Utilize traditional media (cardboard, cutting knife, glue types etc.) and techniques in the successful creation of well crafted model of design pieces.	2,7,8,12	1,2,3,4,5	A & C
3)Demonstrate the development of visual and conceptual skills required to create a successful designsolution through the process of idea development, refinement, and assessment in the creation of design projects.	1, 2,7,8,12	1,2,3,4,5	A & C
4)Effectively communicate an understanding of design concepts, processes, and techniques, using the “language” of design.	1,2,7,8,12	1,2,3,4,5	A & C

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Course introduction, information about materials and tools used in model making
2	Basic Design Elements: Point, Line, Plane
3	Modelling landscape topography with contour lines
4	Point, Line, Plane, Form/ 2d- 3d Relationship
5	Model Submission and Presentation (Design a park corner using line as pedestrian pathway and wall plane)
6	Basic Design Elements : Color and Texture
7	Texture Assignment: Representation of Texture 2d-3d
8	Design Principles: Harmony-Contrast
9	Design Principles: Balance
10	Design Principles: Emphasis or Focal Point
11	Emphasis assignment (Model submisison: a public square)
12	Design Principles: Unity-Variety
13	Design Principles: Proportion and Scale
14	Design Principles: Repeat / Repeat assignment
15	Final submission and presentation

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

Booth;Norman K,1990. Basic Elements of Landscape Architectural Design.Wavwland Press,Inc.

Additional Resources

Reid, G. W. (1993), From Concept to Form: In Landscape Design, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York.

DeMarco, Guy & Patricia, 1999. Building Architectural Models. Schiffer Publishing ISBN: 978-0764310713

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Case Study Examples
Assignments	Weekly Design Homeworks
Exams	Sketch and architectural models

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	1	%30
Homeworks	3	%30
Final Assignment	1	%40
Total		%100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		% 40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		%60
Total		%100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Having sufficient knowledge about the basic themes of Urban Design, Landscape Architecture and Planning.				X
2	Having sufficient knowledge about creating natural environments without destroying the nature based on the principles of sustainability.
3	Having knowledge about universal issues such as the social and physical dimension of urban design and inclusive design.
4	Having knowledge about legal and administrative issues such as national / international environmental policies and legislation.
5	Gaining knowledge about landscape inventory and analysis, natural and functional aspects of landscape, types of space usage and functions in different scales and contents.			X
6	Having sufficient knowledge about urban design structural elements, construction methods and technologies, construction, cost analysis, documentation and technical specifications.					X
7	Having sufficient knowledge about the historical development of Urban Design, Landscape Design and Planning.
8	Having the ability to restore the environment that has been destroyed, identify natural conditions, and provide the same natural conditions in places newly designed.
9	Having the ability use the modern design techniques to analyze the problems in the field of landscape architecture and find appropriate solutions for them.
10	Having the ability to efficiently use information technologies and computer aided drawing, presentation, engineering and planning programs, as well as find and use current applications related to the field.			X
11	Having the ability to search, reach and utilize databases and other resources to access information related to the field.
12	Having the ability to reinvent oneself, follow improvements in the field of science and technology with the awareness of life-long learning.					X
13	Having the ability to efficiently work individually or in a multi-disciplinary team and the self-confidence to take responsibility.				X
14	Having an awareness about the universal and social effects of the solutions and practices found in the field as well as being knowledgeable about the problems of the times.
15	Making decisions and acting with judicial awareness by showing respect to human, social and cultural rights, and by being sensitive to the protection of the natural environment and cultural heritage.
16	Being aware of professional and ethical responsibilities.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15 x Total course hours)	15	4	60
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	5	70
Mid-term exam	1	10	10
Homework	4	10	40
Final examination	1	10	10
Total Work Load			160
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			7.6
ECTS Credit of the Course			8

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