Spatial Design I / Weekly Lecture

23.9.2024 - 26.11.2024 (Week 1 - Week 10)

LI XINLI (0379305)

Spatial Design 1 / Bachelor of Interactive Spatial Design 

Spatial Design I - Weekly Lecture

Week 1:

Online 1:Introduction to Spatial Design

This is my first contact with space design. In this class, I learned the close connection between space design and architecture, user experience and overall design. This course made me realize that space design is not only about aesthetics, but also about actual functionality and people's interactive experience. 

I have learned that space and place are completely different, and space designers will combine user experience to transform space into place and make space more meaningful, which is completely different from my previous understanding of space and place.

Spatial design is evolving with the Times.

Through the study of this class, I think spatial design is more inclined to pay attention to users experience?👀

In general, the first class gave me a new understanding of space design. I look forward to learning more practical design skills in the following courses and applying these knowledge to practical design.✊

Course 1:

This is my first formal space design course, I already have a little basic understanding of spatial design through the online course . In this class, the teacher introduce spatial design in our daily life more detail.

For example, smart phones, AI, artificial intelligence, 3 D modeling, etc. Spatial design also involves many fields, military, medicine, manufacturing and even more...

We also watched a lot of documentaries about spatial design, which interested me very much.

Finally, the teacher also briefly introduced the plan for the next three years.I can't wait to continue to explore more about spatial design and learn more practical skills in the upcoming courses.😀

Week 2:

Online 2：Spatial Design and Conceptual elements of Design

About this  week's spatial design online class, I learned about the scope of spatial design, and it aims to create value and understand in space across both the private and public rules.

Then we learned about many of the key skills of a spatial designer:

1.Design Thinking

2.Human Beha

3.Environment Psychology

4.Special Planning 

5.Technical Proficiency

6.Color Psychology

7.Material Selection

8.Research

9.Project Management 

Nature offers some of the most time tasted and efficient design.

The conceptual elements of design ：dot, line ,plan, volume, four .

At the end of this class, the teacher shared with us many famous designers and some of their works on conceptual elements.

Course 2：

After independent  learning online class, I have a further understanding of spatial design.

In this class, Mr. Zoen explained the content of the video course to us in more detail.

As we learned more about points, lines, surfaces, etc. We set out to find these elements on campus, which I found the most interesting part.Then we shared it with each other on "Miro"

Week 3： 

Online 3：Decoding Spatial Perception: Gestalt Principles of Visual Perception

Through this online lesson, I had a preliminary understanding of the visual principles of interactive design, including six categories, and I also saw many related examples, which gave me a preliminary understanding

Course 3 :

In this lesson, the teacher shared some basic rules of visual organization, such as shape-background, closure, symmetry, and proximity. These rules may sound a bit abstract, but they play a very big role in design. Through some examples of architecture and user interfaces, we can see how these principles can help us understand the layout of the space more intuitively, making the visual effect more harmonious. I often apply these rules in my own designs, which really makes the work more organized and the user experience more friendly.

Week 4:  

Online 4：Decoding Spatial Perception: Compositional Principles

On the basis of last week, we have learned a little less about the principles of composition than the principles of vision this week, a total of six points, and just like last week, we have seen many excellent examples in this video lesson.

Course 4: 

Recently, when I was studying spatial design, I was exposed to a lot of interesting compositional principles. Design is not just a stack of elements, but a visual way to make them more "holistic". For example, contrast can make an element stand out and attract our attention. The contrast of different colors, shapes, and positions instantly brings a sense of hierarchy and visual impact. Repetition is also fun to create a sense of rhythm in the work that feels coordinated and organized. These details are quietly influencing the way we look at design and making the work more infectious.

Week 5：

Online 5:Form Defining Space: Horizontal elements

Today I learned about spatial design, which is like a combination of space and form. Space is like an empty stage waiting to be filled, and form is the stuff that shapes and fills it, like walls and windows. I also got to know the horizontal elements that define space, and each of them has its own features. Different elements can create different spatial experiences.

Course 5：

In this class, we presented Project 1 and the teacher gave feedback.

Week 6：

Online 6:Form Defining Space: Vertical elements

In this class, I learned about the important role of vertical elements in spatial design. They can support structures, regulate the environment, divide spaces, etc. I also got to know six types of vertical elements, including vertical linear elements, single vertical plane, L-shaped plane, parallel planes, U-shaped plane, and four planes enclosure. And how they define and influence the spatial experience. This knowledge gives me a deeper understanding of spatial design.

Course 6：

In this class, the students who hadn't finished their presentations continued. Then the teacher introduced Project 2 to us. We need to find a space on campus and design and renovate it. We have to observe the flow of people and the surrounding environment to understand the needs of the users..

Week 7: 

Online 7:Form Defining Space: Opening 

In this class, the students who hadn't finished their presentations continued. Then the teacher introduced Project 2 to us. We need to find a space on campus and design and renovate it. We have to observe the flow of people and the surrounding environment to understand the needs of the users.

Course 7 : 

In this class, we shared Part A from the previous session, and the teacher provided feedback and guidance for improvement. Additionally, we received a new task where we need to conduct a questionnaire and interviews to further understand the real needs of the users.

Week 8 : Self-directed Learning Week

This week is the self-directed learning week. We have further improved our homework. I conducted a questionnaire survey among 35 users and interviewed three classmates at school in my spare time. And I understood their real feelings about the area and made a summary.

Week 9 : 

Online 9: Spatial Relationship

Learned about spatial relationship and organization, including 4 types: space within a space, interlocking spaces, spaces linked by a common space, and adjacent spaces. Each type has its unique characteristics and applications, and their roles in spatial design are better understood through examples.

Course 9:

In this class, the teacher gave us a detailed introduction to the user journey map. It can visually present the steps an individual takes to achieve a goal, helping designers and developers consider the user experience more comprehensively, enhance empathy, identify pain points, and provide important guidance for design and development.

Week 10 : 

Online 10:Transformation of Form

Today we learned about the transformation of form, including additive and subtractive methods. Additive transformation changes form by adding elements, with types such as edge-to-edge contact, face-to-face contact, and interlocking volumes. Subtractive transformation changes form by removing part of the volume, and simple geometric forms are easy to undergo subtractive treatment. We also understood their applications in architecture and design through examples.

Course 10 :

In this class, the teacher provided feedback on our current project and introduced the content that should be included in the PPT for the final presentation.

Today we learned about the transformation of form, including additive and subtractive methods. Additive transformation changes form by adding elements, with types such as edge-to-edge contact, face-to-face contact, and interlocking volumes. Subtractive transformation changes form by removing part of the volume, and simple geometric forms are easy to undergo subtractive treatment. We also understood their applications in architecture and design through examples.