Antecedent Studies – Inferences Format

Refer Module on Antecedent Studies, Design Process Methodology Manual, MMCOA.

On Conclusion of Antecedent Studies, the Data, Analysis, Inferences and Conclusions shall be presented by each student in a comparable tabular Inference matrix format on A1
sheet(Add number of columns, if necessary. Minimum 5 case examples need to be undertaken for Antecedent studies) as under:

S.No Parameter Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 Case 4 Case 5 Inference

Facts of Case
1. Name of the Project

2. Location

3. Settlement Type (Urban / Rural)

4. Approx Site Area

5. Approx Built Up Area

6. Number of Floors

7. Project / Functional Typology

8. Number of Users / Density

9. Project Dates (Start-Completion)

10. Name of Architect

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 S.No Parameter Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 Case 4 Case 5 Inference

Regional Level (Contextual Setting)

1. Historical Influences

2. Ekistical Influences

3. Climatic Influences

4. Landform / Terrain Influences

5. Movement Pattern Influences

6. Socio-Cultural Influences

7. Local Resource Influences

8. Local Technological Influences

9. Artand Craft Influences

10. Biographical Influences

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 S.No Parameter Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 Case 4 Case 5 Inference

Macro Level Level

1. Site and Surrounds

2. Views, Vista

3. Micro-Climate

4. Orientation

5. Codes and Standards

Zoning Movement – Vehicular,
6.
Pedestrian
Zoning Functional – Activity
7.
Distribution
8. Spatial / Archetype Morphology

9. Form / Skyline Articulation

10. Landscape and Site Development

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 S.No Parameter Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 Case 4 Case 5 Inference

Micro Level Level

1. Circulation / Flow Systems

2. Visual Systems

3. Sequential Imagery

4. Envelope and Façade Design

5. Character Defining Design Details

6. Material Technology

7. Architectonic Expression

8. Structural System

9. Services Integration

10. Activity Program

Designer’s Distinctive Imprint

Philosophy, Art, Technology, Style
etc.

Please note, as far as possible the inference matrix shall be graphical presentation using neatly drawn analytical diagrams, plans, sections, elevations and other paraline drawings.
Wherever necessary, well drawn sketches, perspectives shall explain the visual character, spatial experience intended by the designer.

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