Course description
Groundscape Architecture Design Lab, Re-Thinking Cities Underground
Groundscape is a neologism resulting from the combination two words: ground and landscape.
As a new field of research for architects, designers, and urban planners, this unheard-of form of subterranean architecture explores and investigates the universe of possibilities that lie beneath the surface of our cities.
The idea of Groundscape proposes a different way of experiencing the earth underground by offering a resilient, responsible, aesthetic, and durable response to the many urban challenges our cities face today.
Who should attend?
Prerequisites:
No special prerequisites are needed for a correct comprehension of the course.
For those who want to take part in the Underground Design Studio, basic experience in terms of conception and architectural software is recommended.
Training content
Episode 1: The Groundscape Manifest
Introduction to basic concepts related to the notion of Groundscape such as Void, Light, Geography, Landscape, Heritage, Depth, Density, Network, etc…
Episode 2: Conquests
Study of Groundscape as a tool for the creation of new territories through the disappearance of architecture.
Episode 3: Geography
Study of Groundscape as the blending in of landscape and architecture. We will underline the capacity of the underground territory to establish complex networks and links with apparently simple actions.
Episode 4: Legacy
Study of Groundscape as an aesthetic and respectful urban solution in heritage sensible sites. We will dig into the ground to establish the foundations of Groundscape architecture
Episode 5: Into the Lab
An invitation to look inside unheard of design methods specifically oriented towards subterranean territories.
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne, a partner institute of EdX.
2-3 hours per week
Costs
- Verified Track -$139
- Audit Track - Free
Certification / Credits
What you'll learn
- Discover the beauty, potential and richness of the subterranean territory.
- Revert the negative perception associated with the infrastructure
- Enlarge your vision as an urban actor
- Become acquainted with indispensable design tools needed for designing underground.
- Apprehend essential urban strategies necessary to intervene in the Groundscape territory.
- You will be introduced to basic constructive procedures needed to excavate into the ground
- Implement new and specific design methods
- Develop your own Groundscape project
- Participate in an architecture competition
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