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MODULE NO.: 1
TOPIC: INTRODUCTION OF ARCHITECTURE
WRITER: AR. JAHARA N. CUERDO, UAP

Opening Prayer:

A STUDENT'S PRAYER (by St. Thomas Aquinas)

Come, Holy Spirit, Divine Creator, true source of light and fountain of wisdom!
Pour forth your brilliance upon my dense intellect, dissipate the darkness which
covers me, that of sin and of ignorance.
Grant me a penetrating mind to understand, a retentive memory, method and
ease in learning, the lucidity to comprehend, and abundant grace in expressing
myself.
Guide the beginning of my work, direct its progress, and bring it to successful
completion.
This I ask through Jesus Christ, true God and true man, living and reigning with
You and the Father,
forever and ever.
Amen.

Welcome to Architectural Design 1 Course. This Course will be Primary of 10 Courses

that is outlined to introduce what is Architecture is all about. This material will serve as
your guide to effectively exploring and finishing the course. This material outlines all
information and requirements that you need to complete the course.
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COURSE CONTENT/SUBJECT MATTER SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOMES: ESTIMATE TIME

At the end of the course, I should be able to:
 Discussion of the Profession  To understand the Importance of Architecture 3 hrs.

 Visual Thinking and Graphic Ideas;  To formulate a Design Concepts 3 hrs.

Design Concepts  To have grasp the concept of starting an
Architectural Design

 Formulation of Ideas, Problem Solving  To learn the Basics Drawing of a Floor Plan 9 hrs.
Activities and
 Presentation of Solution

Focus question: What is the Importance of Architecture?

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Written Participation No. 1 – Questions for Aspiring Architects:

1. Why do you choose Bachelor of Science in Architecture as your course?

2. What is architecture for you? (NOTE: Please use your own words and not definition/s from any books [hardcopy or pdf version] & references.)

3. What do you expect in Architecture?

4. What is/are goals after you finish BS Architecture?

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Assignment No. 1: It’s Drawing Time!

Please sketch your own first dream client’s house as an architect in the future. Whatever you want as long as it is your own idea. Be creative, and explain your concept & its
purpose. Imagine your Architectural Design Instructor as your potential client and convince him/her to take your project to be build. Draw it in this given paper with box below
and you may use the extra paper on the next page.
Purpose of the Activity: To test your imaginations and ideas about architectural profession.
Note: Submit it when the next lesson is coming.
Explanation:
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Explanation:
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CRITERIA FOR JUDGING: AVERAGE

 DESIGN CONCEPT 25%
 FUNCTIONALITY 20%
 DESIGN INNOVATION 15%
 COLOR USAGE 15%
 AESTHETIC & VISUAL IMPACT 15%
 DELIVERY & PRESENCE 10%
TOTAL AVERAGE 100%

Architect’s Remark (Comment & Suggestion):

WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF ARCHITECTURE?

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 Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings. (Source: A Visual Dictionary of Architecture 2 nd Edition by: Frank D.K. Ching, pg.
1)
 ART – The product or result architectural work; buildings, collectively.
 SCIENCE – A style or method of building characteristic of a people, place, or time.
 DESIGNING – The profession of designing buildings and other habitable environments.
 CONSTRUCTING – The conscious act of forming things, resulting in a unifying or coherent structure.

 Architecture is a passion, a vocation, a calling – as well as a science and a business. It

has been described as a social art and also an artful science. Architecture must be of
the highest quality of design. - Marcus Vitruvius, the great Roman architect and
historian,  “firmness, commodity and delight”
1st Century BC Roman Architect Vitruvius is the author of the treatise De Architectura. The
work is divided into 10 books dealing with city planning and architecture in general; building
materials; temple construction; public buildings; private buildings; clocks; hydraulics; and
civil and military engines. His work was used as a classic text book from ancient Roman
times to the Renaissance. 

WHAT MAKES A BUILDING IS A GOOD ARCHITECTURE?

 Firmness refers to structural integrity and durability; (Firmitas/Strength)
 Commodity refers to spatial functionality or in other words, “serving its purpose”
and fulfilling the function for which the building was constructed; (Utilitas/Utility)
 Delight means that the building is not only aesthetically and visually pleasing, but
also lifts the spirits and stimulates the senses. (Venustas/Beauty)
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Architecture provides a sense of place and support of all types of human activity. Architecture helps the man-made fit in harmony with the environment while
promoting health and well-being, enriching lives aesthetically and spiritually, providing economic opportunities, and creating a legacy that reflects and
symbolizes culture and traditions.

WHAT IS ARCHITECTURE ALL ABOUT?

Website: https://medium.com/@AAA_Publication/what-is-architecture-
1b52f5339c2a
 Architecture is the art and science of designing buildings and
other physical structures. A wider definition often includes the
design of the total built environment from the macro level of
town planning, urban design, and landscape architecture to
the micro level of construction details and, sometimes,
furniture. The term “Architecture” is also used for the
profession of providing architectural services.

 Architectural design is primarily driven by the holistically

creative manipulation of mass, space, volume, texture,
light, shadow, materials, program, and Realistic
elements such as cost, construction and technology, in
order to achieve an end which is aesthetic, functional
and often artistic. This distinguishes Architecture from
engineering design, which is usually driven primarily by
the creative application of mathematical and scientific
principles.

SIX INFLUENCES OF ARCHITECTURE

 Geographical  Geological  Climatic  Religious  Social  Historical
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WHO PRACTICES ARCHITECTURE?

 Registered and Licensed Architects (RLA) are allowed to practice Architecture by the
Law (Republic Act No. 9266 – Philippines)
 Architects means a person professionally and academically qualified, registered and
licensed under R.A. 9266 with a Certificate of Registration and Professional
Identification Card issued by the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture and the
Professional Regulation Commission, and who is responsible for advocating the fair
and sustainable development, welfare and cultural expression of society's habitat in
terms of space, forms and historical context.
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JOURNEY OF BECOMING AN ARCHITECT

Dear Student,
As an aspirant, you must undergo the following order to become Registered and Licensed Architects (RLA):
1. Graduate of a 5-year Bachelor of Science in Architecture course
2. 2 years of Diversified Experience (Apprenticeship)
3. Pass the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) conducted by the Board of Architecture under the supervision of Professional Regulations Commission
(PRC)

PURPOSE OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

 is a subject allowing to perform and experience the Architectural Profession
 Is a subject that prepares in making Design Solution for Architectural Problems

THE ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS

 Architectural Design would certainly prepare yourself towards your chosen professional career but before that, you must need drawing tools and
equipment.
o Pens and Pencils (Graphite Pencils, Mechanical Pencils, Technical Pen)
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o Straight Edges (36” or 42” T-Square, 30⁰x60⁰ & 45⁰x45⁰ Triangle, Furniture Templates, Triangular Scale)
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o Drawing Aids (Eraser, Erasing Shield)

o Important Drawing Tools & Materials: (Drafting Table, Drawing Papers/Sheets and the like)
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Assignment No. 2: Define each the pictures of architectural drawing tools and equipment on the previous pages. Put it on 8x11” bond paper with their
pictures. Your written discussion will put on short bond paper with a font size 12, Arial Narrow Font Style, Line Spacing: 1.0 and 1” Page Layout Margin.
The pictures on the instruction below is the format of the upper left side of your assignment.
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Name: Frank Lloyd Wright

Year & Section: 1st Year – Architecture 1E
Subject Code & Title: AR 111/111.1 – Architectural Design 1
Subject Instructor: Ar. Jahara N. Cuerdo, uap
Date of Submission: September 19, 2021
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WHAT ARE THE EXPECTATION FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1?

 Architectural Drawings
 Theories, Principles and Guidelines of Design (This topic will be discussing in the next module)

RECOMMENDED LEARNING MATERIALS

Books:
 Architect’s Pocket Book. Hetreed, Jonathan/Ross, Ann/Baden-Powell, Charlotte. Latest Edition
 Architecture, Form, Space & Order. Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest Version
 Architectural Theories of Design. Salvan, George S.
 Visual Dictionary of Architecture. Ching, Frank D. K.; Latest Version
 Time Saver Standards. De Chiara, Joseph.; Latest Edition Other Architectural Design Book you can find

Internet-related services:
 Google
 Youtube
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QUOTE OF THE MODULE:

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Post-Assessment:
Question Yes With Help No Remarks
1. Are you able to understand the Architecture?

2. Are you able to understand the basic duty of the

Architect?
3. Are you able to identify the step by step procedure
of becoming an Architect?
4. Are you able to identify the drawing tools needed
for Architecture Design Subject/s?
5. Are you ready to start journey to become an
Architect?

Module Evaluation:
Very Satisfactory Satisfactory Good Fair Need Improvement

COMMENTS AND REMARKS:

Closing Prayer:
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PRAYER AFTER STUDY

Almighty God, the Source of all wisdom and knowledge, I thank You profoundly for giving me the opportunity to study for this subject/course/field.
Thank You for allowing me to grow and mature in intellect through my studies.
As I momentarily end my study for today, help me to fully absorb and understand the new knowledge and learning that I have encountered. Help me
to sow and properly cultivate the seeds of learning so that I may be able to joyfully reap in the future its sweet fruits.
May you continue to grant me with the grace to never get tired of learning about Your creation. May my studies bring me closer to You and to the
Truth. May it open my eyes to the various manifestations of Your love for us.
May the knowledge that I have gained and I will further gain, allow me to serve You and Your people better. May it help me to be an agent of Your
peace and love in this world.
May I look forward to my next study session and to the continuation, in general, of my studies which I humbly offer and consecrate to You.
I ask all of these in the Name of Jesus Christ, the Fount of Every Blessing, and through the intercession of Mother Mary, the Seat of Wisdom.
AMEN
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Instructor’s Profile:
Here’s my brief information and contact information, please feel free to contact me if you have concern about this
course. I will be glad to help you. God Bless You!
NAME: AR. JAHARA N. CUERDO, UAP
OFFICE: University of Santo Tomas – Legazpi
College of Engineering, Architecture & Fine Arts
POSITION: Faculty
CONTACT INFORMATION:
MOBILE NUMBER: 09153985816
EMAIL ADDRESS: jhars.0990@gmail.com
FACEBOOK ACCOUNT: Jahara N. Cuerdo (Official Account)
CONTACT TIME:
Time Day Type of Communication
8:00am – 5:00pm Monday - Friday Text, Email & Messenger Only
6:00pm – 10:00pm Monday - Friday Call, Text, Email & Messenger
9:00pm – 11:30pm Saturday Call, Text, Email & Messenger
*Face-to-face consultation is by appointment basis, please set appointment at least a day before your intended date of consultation. Health and Safety protocols will be
strictly implemented.
*Please text me and identify yourself, ask whether it’s a convenient time to call before you make a call.