Architecture aims at Eternity
KERSIN ONG
in adaptation
“In Adaptation” aims to explore techniques and practise methods of creative knowledge-sourcing and critical analysis. When designing, it is commonplace for emphasis to be excessively focused on a singular concept as the be-all, end-all solution to manifold problems. In this module however, the act of designing is more so an act of problem-solving, one that therefore requires the ability to generate multiple ideas of substance rapidly. In order to do so, it is crucial to have a broad range of information and knowledge from which to draw upon, as well as to engage with a subject matter in depth. Through a series of discussion -based workshops, forums, exercises and lectures, the module introduces the process of reading, translating and adapting disparate creative mediums such as film, art, and most importantly, literature in relation to architecture. It is through this critical process that students will begin to build upon their wealth of knowledge as well as exercise discernment in matters related to architectural design such as context, content and cultural relativity and relevance.
Upon successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
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Critically analyse a theme or subject matter from an artistic mediums (e.g. art/architecture/film/literature)
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Source, cite and discuss themes and references from fields related to the current and contemporary context that are significant in re-telling of stories
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Apply learnt skills and techniques in an exercise of creative adaptation.
PROJECT 1 . THE ART OF ADAPTATIONS
This exercise requires students in a group of 3/ 4 to read and analyze a passage/piece of writing which is the Invisible Cities by Calvino Italo and examine its translation and adaptation into art/graphical representation.
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My group has chosen the chapter of "CIty and Desire" to translate its message, translation or adaptation into this painting,
Invisible Cities, Calvino Italo.
PROJECT 2 . Observing the everyday
Kampung Bharu now.
Kampung Bharu in 100 years.
Kampung Bharu in 25 years.
Kampung Bharu in 50 years.
Students will be given a location within Greater KL (Kampung Bharu) which they will have to observe. Through any medium of choice, they will express their views on the banality of everyday life (people & place). In this project, students will adapt the translation and adaptation of Invisible Cities into theco temporary everyday life of the Greater KL. Students will reference art, architecture and culture studies as a method of preparation and process in producing their work.
Final Board.
