BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) IN ARCHITECTURE

THEORIES OF ARCHITECTURE AND URBANISM

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SYNOPSIS: REACTION PAPER (MARCH 2018)
Name: Wee Sue Wen ID No.: 0322633
Lecturer: Mr. Nicholas Tutorial Time:
Reader/Text Title: In the Cause of Architecture Synopsis No: 2
Author: Frank Lloyd Wright
This reader is written based on rich experience of the author, separating it from others that are solely based
on facts. Frank Lloyd Wright uses interesting and unconventional approach to explain each of the insights
and details of radical styles in architecture.
First, F.L. Wright had suggested the art of simplicity in architecture. Qualities of simplicity and repose
measure the true value of art where integrity is eliminating the meaningless from discord. Buildings styles
differs in their qualities and characteristics and it is the orientation of structures and elements that produces
the differences. Styles set apart architectural work from others, providing individualistic character. Different
materials with textures should make buildings fit to the environment, making the art outraged or neglected
and complimenting.
Secondly, he shows how an organic sense is created based on natural law. By using natural motif and
colors of the materials, a form that harmonizes to the surrounding of the building can be created, making it
quiet. In my opinion quiet refers to the essence that makes an architecture comfortable and easy to engage.
In short, buildings should be designed revolving simplicity and the natural law but not with complicated
elements and decoration as doing so will make it appear intimate and make process and character
complicated. I agree to his sayings that ornamentation is not only for decoration but adds to the purpose and
story of design. Decorations should be a compliment to the design surfaces and not covering it.
Lastly, he mentioned that industrial movement are related to economic of an architect where treatment on
materials should be simplified and arranged to fit modern processes. Machines should also be used to best
advantage as the nature of materials best shows when using machine due to consistency and accuracy while
saving time and cost.
As a conclusion, I can now assure the style I’ve been practicing as I design, that using simplified design
motif and also emphasis on blending building design to its surrounding is a good approach to start creating
art in architecture. True art is made out of sincerity in design as well as.

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