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Construction Art I: the Materials

Course Code:

Π1-1020

Semester:

A' Semester

Specialization Category:

ΜΕΥ

Course Hours:

2

ECTS:

3

Eclass Link:

https://eclass.uniwa.gr/courses/DIAK112/


Course Tutors

Dr. Georgiadou Zoe

General

The series of courses in Structural Art is developed in four courses as interdisciplinary courses, concerning materiality related to construction. These courses aim at developing individual materials and construction practices in the field of architectural interior design, studying natural or man- made materials, specific requirements and constructive practices as well as systems and design stages. They develop detailed ideas and practices both on issues of human-centered design- ergonomics, health, safety, convenience, etc.- and aesthetics. These courses are developed in different projects that link traditional practices with digital methods (CAD, BIM, parametric design, etc.) in several scales.

Cource content

The course Structural Art I includes theory and refers to materials used in construction and decoration, involved in the conception, design and specification stages of a construction object. The theory and practical aspects include their natural and technical properties and appropriated use, functional and environmental requirements, application, performance, mechanical, thermal and acoustic behavior, optical characteristics, fire behavior, compatibility, protection of the final structure, etc. The materials presented during the lectures are: natural stone, clay, cement, wood, metals, glass, plastic, paints, textiles, sustainable and recycled materials, isolation.

Programme aims

The course seeks a holistic approach to identifying and analyzing the range of properties of interest for a material to be used, a fuller understanding of choices concerning aspects and performance, human safety, environmental solutions to reduce direct impact of use, long term options, traditional knowledge and advanced technologies, etc.

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding

Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to – Understanding the inner nature of constructive and decorative materials – Understanding material properties and mechanical behavior -Search, analyze and synthesize of data and information, using the necessary research -Link the general scope of design with the specific materials to the used. – Link the choice of the materials with the spatial and functional requirements, environmental aspects and time performance. – Exercise team work -Exercise literature research and essay writing.

Bibliography

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Ashby, M., Shercliff, H., & Cebon, D., (2007). Materials: Engineering, Science, Processing and Design. U.K.: Butterworth-Heinemann.
Bechtholdt, M., (2008). Innovative Surface Structures-Technologies and Applications. Oxford: Taylor & Francis
Berge, B., (2009). The Ecology of Building Materials. UK: Architectural Press.
Beverly, G., (2014). Textiles: The Whole Story: Uses, Meanings, Significance. London: Thames and Hudson Ltd.
Bonda, P., Sosnowchik, K., (2007). Sustainable Commercial Interiors. New Jersey: John Wiley and Sons.
Chapman, J., (2015), (2nd ed.) Emotional Durable Design: Objects, Experiences and Empathy. London, N. York: Routledge.
Coulson, J., (2012). Wood in Constuctions: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes. U.K.: Wiley Blackwell.
Duggal, S., K., (2016). Building Materials, 5th edit. N. Delhi: New Age International Ltd.
Edwards, B., W., & Naboni, E., (2013) (3rd ed.). Green Buildings Pay: Design, Productivity and Ecology. Oxford: Routledge.
Ermann, M., (2015). Architectural Acoustics Illustrated. N. Jersey: Wiley.
Hodgson, F., T., (2016).Concretes, Cements, Mortars, Plasters & Stucco – How to Use and Prepare them. N.L.: Fredonia Books.
Moxon, S., (2014). Sustainability in Interior Design. London: Laurence King Pub.
Muthu, S., S., (2015). (edit.). Sustainable Apparel Production. N. York: CRC Group Press.
Robertson, M., (2014). Sustainability: Principles and Practice. Oxford: Routledge.
Schweitzer, Ph., A., (2005).Paint and Coatings: Applications and Corrosion Resistance. U.S.A.:Taylor and Francis.
Soutsos, M. & Domone, P. (edit.)(2017). Construction Materials: Their Nature and Behavior. U.S.A.: CRC Press.