I.Design

Without realising, it has come to the end of second semester of my first year. Which means, RUS 106 would write down another ending here. Nevertheless, it still giving me a lot of bitter and sweets. Brainstorming for ideas, searching for informations, accepting critics for designs that costs me lots of sleepless nights, yet it is awesome to be one of HBP. As usual, an exhibition is held to display some selected works. And the theme for this exhibition is 'BECOMING'- stage of transforming. This indicates how we are improving and transforming to be better architects, designers and planners.   Idea from BEFORE I DIE WORLDWIDE and we decided to make one in HBP USM!!! See what those HBP-ians a.k.a Ghost of the Dawn want to do before they die.    [Do what you want to do before you die]

A tropical retreat is an ideal place for a family-bonding and getaway. It allows the family to have a wonderful holiday and relax themselves, getting close to the nature at the same time. The site given this time is located at Sungai Udang in Malacca. Again, it is just opposite the sea and provides a good view. Since it is designed for a family, my design concept comes from a family tree. Starting from the trunk, it branches into different parts but they are connecting to each other. I emphasize on ventilation issue as tropical climate is hot and humid. That is why I design a center courtyard in the middle of the house. It is a open area and decorated with tree and ponds. It could be a mind rest area or a family gathering place. I named this tropical retreat as 'The Cluster House' as I hope to bring the family bonding closer. I enjoyed the model making process as I am a DIY lover. The moment I finished the model, I have a strong feeling of satisfact