Chapter 4- Organization

Spatial Organizations: Linear Organization

Linear organization is a type of spatial organization that is arranged in a line. the line can be straight or curved. Linear organization directs flow forward.

The image above is a galley kitchen. it is long and linear. the eye travels right across the linear countertops to the back of the space.

Image From:
http://www.greatinteriordesign.com/interior-design/interior-design-of-northwest-peach-farm-residence-in-east-hampton-ny-usa-by-bates-masi-architects/

Chapter 4- Organization

Spatial Organizations: Grid Organization

Grid organization is when elements in a space are arranges into even rows and columns.

The image above shows how desks in a classroom can be arranged in a grid. this also directs traffic circulation around the desks.

Image From:
http://www.lander.edu/mathcis/resource/

Chapter 4- Organization

Spatial Relationships: Spaces Linked by a Common Space

Spaces can be linked by a common space. The linking space can be linear, an independent form, an irregular form, opposing or dominant form.

The image above shows a linear linking space.

Image From:
http://www.greatinteriordesign.com/interior-design/interior-design-of-northwest-peach-farm-residence-in-east-hampton-ny-usa-by-bates-masi-architects/

Chapter 4- Organization

Spatial Relationships: Adjacent Spaces

Adjacent spaces are two spaces that are back to back. They can have access to each other or not.

The image above show a space that is visually separated by a partition wall.

Image From:
http://www.greatinteriordesign.com/interior-design/interior-design-of-northwest-peach-farm-residence-in-east-hampton-ny-usa-by-bates-masi-architects/

Chapter 4- Organization

Spatial Relationships: Interlocking Spaces

Interlocking Space is a type of spatial relationship that links two spaces. This is achieved by a common space.

The images above show how a garage entry may link a garage and a house.

Image From:

http://www.greatinteriordesign.com/interior-design/interior-design-of-northwest-peach-farm-residence-in-east-hampton-ny-usa-by-bates-masi-architects/

Chapter 3- Openings in Space Defining Elements

Openings at the edges of planes weaken the plane and bring the emphasis is on the existing plane not the negative space.

The Images above show how an opening at the top of a room further emphasizes the focal wall.

Image From:

http://homeofficedecoration.blogspot.com/2010/01/modern-apartment-interior-design.html

Chapter 3- Qualities of an Architectural Space

One quality to be considered in an architectural space is the view. Windows and sky lights usually provide enclosed rooms with a view outside or to adjacent rooms.

The images above show how an entire wall of windows create a backdrop for the activities inside the space.

Image From:
http://www.timberhomeliving.com/images_of_timber_home_windows/articles/2195