Browsing Architecture Dissertations and Theses by Supervisor "47742"
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Architectural analysis : a methodology to understand and inform the design of spaces
(2014)The following research is an explorative study on ‘architectural analysis’ as a means of thinking and designing architecture. It is a space of dissection, observation and representation to establish (new) relationships ... -
Architecture as a work-in-progress
(2013)People carry an assumption that ‘heritage’ architecture must be historic (age based) to be considered valuable and significant to New Zealand’s cultural identity. This historic value must be maintained and preserved, but ... -
Architecture of perception : communicating meaning through phenomenological and multisensory-driven design
(2018)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can phenomenological and multisensory-driven design communicate meaning in order to highlight the relevance of architecture to the wider public? The representation of architecture enables the ... -
'Art improves the city' : an art centre project proposed in Chifeng, China
(2013)Art has always been treated as nourishment for the mind and a spirtual tool that improves the quality of life. It arises out of the experience of life but is the distillations of life. It can provide aesthetic enjoyment, ... -
Beyond the battlefield: Journey to a better place
(2020)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture respond to the needs of veterans of the Republic of Fiji military forces to reintegrate them back into the society? ABSTRACT: Beyond the Battlefield” is a project intended to ... -
Beyond the built: Exploring architecture’s role as a modality for contemplation and personal restoration
(2020)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture embody space, nature and contemplation within the urban environment? As our surroundings and way of life become increasingly urbanised, how can architecture contribute as a ... -
Boundaries in architecture
(2013)This research project sets out to establish interpretations of the architectural boundary and addresses a focal point of the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie. The architectural boundary is considered a term implying division, ... -
Breaking through
(2016)Prisons have always been a sensitive subject, particularly in terms of legislation and prison design. There has always been a struggle over what should be done with those who commit crime, punishment or rehabilitation. This ... -
The city of play : reconfiguring the urban environment
(2019)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can the concept of ‘New Babylon’ be used to repair a neglected part of the city? ABSTRACT: Ever since CIAM and Le Corbusier pioneered the Functional City in 1933, city planners have been trying ... -
Colours of recovery : healing the mind through a journey of community connections and architectural spaces
(2017)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can the architectural design of a Community Mental Health facility support holistic healing and integration of the mentally ill into the community? “Mental health is a state of well-being in which ... -
Completing the square
(2021)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can new architecture revitalise an urban space while remaining sensitive to its historic significance? ABSTRACT On 22nd February, 2011, a devastating earthquake struck Canterbury that changed ... -
A concept made concrete : conserving a Brutalist icon through architectural intervention
(2017)RESEARCH QUESTION How can a critically unsuccessful Brutalist building be adapted or reused to ensure its conservation as a piece of architectural history? Sub-questions: Why was the building considered unsuccessful? ... -
A creative arts-lab for the visually impaired
(2019)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture help in designing a place for learning, teaching and being active for non-visuals which becomes a place of experiencing multisensory architecture for the sighted? ABSTRACT: Many ... -
Culture and travel centre : cultural and functional diversity
(2013)Expression of Cultural diversity The focus of this research is the design of a Culture and Travel Centre in Auckland, in order to explore how architecture can represent cultural diversity. The Centre will provide a permanent ... -
Decoherence : Mount Albert Science Center
(2012)Philosophy, Science and Architecture have ever been engaged in serious interdisciplinary discourse. In various and profound ways, each discipline derives insight from the others. The discoveries and insights held between ... -
Dela ni yavu = The foundation
(2021)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture be used as a medium for reconnecting iTaukei (indigenous Fijians) with their culture? ABSTRACT: Dela ni Yavu is a project that intends to reconnect and strengthen the relationship ... -
Duet with nature : a site for music
(2019)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture help to promote and encourage the exposure of Kiwi musicians? ABSTRACT: Music in Architecture, architecture in music, two creative symbols of expression co-existing as one. Like ... -
Empathetic kinaesthesia : sport within architecture
(2013)RESEARCH QUESTIONS: Is Auckland able to provide architectural solutions that enable the city to host the Olympic Games How can urban planning and design assist in Auckland plausibly hosting an Olympic Games? Auckland ... -
Empowerment by architecture: Design of Auckland's rehabilitation unit
(2011)The purpose of this study is to examine what elements of design architecture should provide to empower the patient in rehabilitative care. The project is a specialised building type, a multidisciplinary, rehabilitation ... -
Faletusi: A gateway for our past, present and future generations
(2020)RESEARCH QUESTION: How can architecture (re) -connect -develop - present the Nelson Memorial Public Library of Samoa? ABSTRACT: Public libraries have existed in society for centuries. They play a crucial role in the ...
