Browsing Architecture Dissertations and Theses by Title
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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 ... -
The architectural impact of urban intensification: A study of medium density housing in the Auckland region
(2010)This thesis explores the challenges faced by architects when designing medium density housing in the Auckland region. It investigates the impact of urban intensification on architecture and the counter-effect of architecture ... -
An architectural response to future-proofing Tau Henare marae and upholding the mana of Ngā Tau e Toru whare tawhito
(2022)In essence, this study seeks to investigate marae from the past (pre-colonial), the present-day, and the future to create architectural responses exploring the current and future opportunities for Ko Ngā Tau e Toru whare ... -
Architectural strategies in the education of the sciences
(2018)RESEARCH QUESTIONS: How can architecture be designed to be more engaging in educating the fields of science and technology? How can this be done through architecture expression avoiding a repository response? ABST ... -
Architecture : a catalyst for youth development
(2012)RESEARCH QUESTION: Using the power of architecture to develop a holistic, integrated youth-focused project; implementing sustainable strategies in order to provide an experimental physical and social environment to improve ... -
Architecture : a machine for healing. A study into the use of architecture as an active tool in the rehabilitation of the human gait cycle
(2018)RESEARCH QUESTION: How a proportion based design process applied at different scales could offer an architectural solution to aid in both the pedagogical and practising systems of a gait rehabilitation center, as well as ... -
Architecture and textiles
(2010)This proposal develops a design for a textile museum and gallery. The design has been produced as a result of an indepth analysis of textile arts and the information that can be derived from their application in architecture. ... -
Architecture and tradition
(2010)The history of contemporary architecture in China begins in 1949. In that year, the country’s social infrastructure changes. In 1978 the Economic Reform brought on another important phase in the development of China and ... -
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 as nature
(2013)“A building is something that protects us and differentiates itself from the natural environment. I like the idea of energy ; in a sense, the energies are about thermodynamics and about the real forces that we are creating. ... -
Architecture in motion: change we can believe in
(2010)This research project addresses a triple agenda of portability, adaptability and sustainability through the design of a multipurpose public events venue for Auckland city. Proposed events range from small community based ... -
The architecture of opportunity : creating the box for people to think out of
(2015)This research document looks to highlight the central issue that has plagued the architectural industry to date: that is, the concept of the Starchitect. For too long the field of architecture has celebrated the glamorously ... -
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 ... -
Architecture of resilience : how can architecture instil resilience within communities in the face of future disasters?
(2015)This project is about discovering ways that architecture can intervene and help preserve communities in the face of disaster. To preserve communities requires building resilience. This project focuses on how to instil ... -
Architecture sculptured for the betterment of the elderly
(2021)RESEARCH QUESTION How can the application of sustainable design practices enhance the quality of life of senior citizens in retirement facilities in Mauritius? ABSTRACT This study endeavours to address concerns regarding ... -
Architecture, the bridge between two ethnicities
(2010)RESEARCH QUESTION: How might architecture foster greater empathy between two communities? This project is about how architecture might affect the relationship between two groups of people; two different groups with ... -
Arresting momentum : creating a sense of place in a multi-modal transit hub
(2017)RESEARCH QUESTION: How might the design of a transit interchange inform the experience of movement and promote the use of public transport? ABSTRACT: People are instinctively keen to travel. In the past, communities ... -
'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, ... -
Artist village
(2017)RESEARCH QUESTION: How to create an artist village, providing a platform for vocational training and retail, a mixed-use organic development, cherishing the Art and Craft heritage of India? This research document ... -
Aspiring higher: Connecting the experience of churches and mountains
(2022-10)RESEARCH QUESTION How can we connect the human experience of the alpine environment to the experience of church architecture? ABSTRACT This project works in two parts, seeking to understand the human experience of ...