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Dream Room

In this project, we designed our dream room. I chose a bedroom as my personal bedroom is my safe space and wanted to display that here.

What was the vision?

My vision for this room was a comfortable, safe space that still very clean and engaging. I added personalized factors (ex: posters) to make the room have my touch.

Although I have other pins for inspiration (https://www.pinterest.com/annajeiserr/architecture/dream-room-assignment-2/ ) I believe these 3 pins do the best job at encapsulating my vision.

What do I like?

This room has very cozy feel to it. I got inspiration from the corner bed and shelf.

What do I like?

This is the most inspiring picture for me. The fairy lights and bohemian feel is right up my alley.

What do I like?

This one looks very similar to #1, however it seems to be a bit more clean and put together.

Color Theme

Although I did not color the physical copy, the intended color scheme would have been this. A very fall/ cozy theme would have been ideal!

Instructions

Before I began my work/sketches, I read the instructions. This is critical in making sure the assignment is accurate and successful.

Sketch

This is my intended sketch. I included other pins that inspired me, answered the questions, and colored in for the ideal aesthetic.

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2 interior design rules:

1) mix up shapes

2) anchor your room

What room did you create? --> bedroom

What interior design style are you choosing? --> farmhouse/boho

What colors are your walls*--> *would be* a rustic hunter green.

What type of appliances/furniture/decorations/fabrics are you putting into the space? --> bed, vanity, cat bed, shelf, twinkle lights, knitted fabric, posters

After I completed my sketch, I began measuring and gluing my walls together. I cut out a door frame to make it even more realistic.

I began cutting out trim for the remainder of the room. This took some practice, but after a while I successfully got it to appear the way I wanted.

I glued the trim on every corner to frame the room and make it appear more clean.

This is the room completed with all of the trim and detailing along the walls/ floors.

I started to create little furniture and detailing. I added a small teddy bear, book, and computer for some examples.

I continued going in with the personalized details. For example, I printed off posters of things I enjoy personally and made it miniature. I even made it have little tape!

To create the miniature lights on the vanity/ fairy lights, I took the hot glue gun and created little "dots". I then applied them to the attended area,

Example of how the lights were applied to the vanity. It completely changed the look (for the better) and added definition.

One of the most important souls in my life is my cat. As silly as it sounds, my dream room would only be complete with him there. To make him, I sketched out a cat outline and then cut him out.

My cat! I added a tiny cat bed and toys to make it more realistic. Details! Details! Details!

The final step was to add on the closet. I simply followed a standard closet outline and translated it onto cardboard.

Final Result! If I could change anything, I would have added more color and been a bit more careful with the hot glue gun. I am very pleased with the end result and found it very therapeutic to work on.

Quick Notes:

Inspired by the "slanted look" (yes it is on purpose!)
Big glass windows/unique layout
Combination of some favorite designs!

Evaluation Questions:

I thin I have done enough preporation- but there is always more room for learning.
It helped me put in persepctive exactly the vision to research
I did review my work. It helped me make progress as I went on .
I have explored my ideas through images and writing.
They will think it will stand out and make the city setting pop.

Balsa Tower

shape: square

On the other page, yes
Check mark!
I worked by adding to it as I went along. It taught me time-management skills and working through problems.
The big idea behind my artwork was to show a slanted piece of art that would stand out in a city setting.
My biggest goal was to make sure it could stand up by itself, and I did just that.
I saw a slanted building on pinterest and was inspired by that. *And other pieces of course!

FINAL THOUGHTS: If I had more time, I would have added more tiny squares to add dimension to the piece.

Okay first step- look on Pinterest and find inspiration.

https://www.pinterest.com/annajeiserr/architecture/skyscraper-project/

#1

This skyscraper gave me the idea of the shape to work with. I loved the stable base as well as the greenery :)

#2

This skyscraper also gets a point in greenery. I loved the slanted look of it and how it stands out compared to the other buildings.

Initial Sketches

Initially, I was not sure the design plan of my skyscraper. After working hands-on with the material, I ended up branching off sketch #4.

Okay, so now it's time to get hands on and work.

To start, I gathered my materials. I had my wooden rods, an x-acto knife, a pencil to make marks, and a hot glue gun.

I began measuring even sections of rods. I marked where I was supposed to cut with the pencil, and followed accordingly.

I then started to assemble the shape. I made the skeleton of the skyscraper.

Almost done! All that was left to do was clean up hot glue marks/strings and call it a day!

Pasta Bridge

In my final sketch, I showed how i would use a mix between triangles and squares to create a stable bridge. I also attached some of my favorite pins for inspiration in my sketchbook.

types of bridges sketch 1

includes: arch bridge, tied arch bridge, cantilever bridge, truss bridge, beam bridge, beam bridge, suspension bridge, cable-stayed bridge

types of bridges sketch 2

includes: baltimore truss, bowstring truss, warren quadrangular (lattice truss), parker truss, pauli (lenticular truss), bailey truss, camelback truss, whipple truss, pennsylvania petit truss, thatcher truss

Pinterest Inspo:

https://pin.it/4JW2I8W

#1- I love the "x" look of the rods. I also think the contradicting shapes are flattering to each other.

#2-This is a visual representation of how the pasta can be weighed down.

#3-This is more of a realistic weight option, also shows gave inspiration on the shape.

#4-I like this one because it shows trees, and a realistic bridge setting.

First, I sketched an outline of the shape of the bridge I wanted. This took me quite a few tries to perfect, but once I did, I was good to go! I went in with the pasta and started forming an outline.

I began forming the full shape of one of the sides. I tried to add different shapes to add dimension to the overall look.

I then tried my *best* to measure the other side identically.

Finally, I made the base. Not pictured: I added some more bars and applied the hook. I also had to measure out how wide I wanted my base to be to offer the best support.

FINAL LOOK:

I did not get the opportunity to take the picture with the blue background, but this picture still displays my final vision.

Virtual Capitol Building Q+A

In regards to last week, we were asked to complete some questions about the history of the Capitol building and it's importance.

1. What is the name of the statue on top of the Capitol building?

Her name is freedom.

2. Who visits the Capitol building and what activities happen in the building? People from the US and around the world.

They come for tours, conferences and meetings with members of Congress on important issues.

3. Why is one hall called Emancipation Hall?

It is to honor the enslaved people who worked to build the Capitol.

4. Who is represented in the three statues and why?

Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, and Sacagawea are represented. They are placed in the Capitol building to reflect the diversity of the individuals who helped shape our country's history.

5. Who is the American artist who designed the Freedom Statue?

Thomas Crawford

6. Tell me what you learned about the Freedom Statue? Is there any symbolism?

The entire statue is 19.5 ft tall. She wears a helmet topped with an eagle-plumed crest and carries a sword, sheid, and laurel wreath.

7. What is the crypt? What is it's purpose?

The arches hold up the ceiling and the 8.9 million pound dome.

8. Did they have modern-day tools?

They did NOT have power tools during the 1800s.

9. What does the star on the floor represent?

The star in the crypt marks where the four quadrants of the city come together.

10. How many statues are in the crypt?

What do they resent? There are 13 statues- one for each of the original colonies.

11.Where is the rotunda? What is it and what do they do in it?

The rotunda is directly under the dome. It is upstairs. It is the ceremonial center of the Capitol. This room has been used to share our history, unveil new art, honor those who have made significant contributions, and to say goodbye to national leaders and citizens who have served our country.

12. What is on the ceiling of the dome? What material is it made of/called?

The "Apsotheosis of Washington" is on the eye of the Rotunda. It is a fresco, so it has a unique look to it.

13. What is the square feet of the painting?

4,644 ft

14. Who is the artist?

Constantino Brumidi is the artist.

15. How far up did he have to go to paint it?

180 ft up in the dome.

16. What figure is in the center and who are they surrounded by?

George Washington is in the middle of the painting, and he is surrounded by women. (13 to be exact, to represent the 13 colonies)

17. What are the six different themes around it?

The six themes are: war, science, marine, commerce, mechanics and agriculture.

18. What do most of the artworks in the capital reflect?

It reflects the history of the country.

19. What painting did John Trumble paint? Is it important?

John Trumble painted the presentation of the Declaration of Independence, and yes it is important.

20. What kind of stories do the works of art tell?

Stories of peace and struggle in America.

21. What is the name of the hall with all the statues?

Statuary Hall

22. What do the plaques on the floor represent?

It marks the old desk locations of the original members of senate.

23. Who decides what is placed in the hall and how many pieces can they send?

State legislatures typically decide what is placed in the hall. Each state can send 2 people from it's history. (Fun fact: Ohio sent Thomas Edison and James Garfield)

24. What was the room before it held all the statues?

It functioned as the House of Representatives chamber.

25. What/Who did the state of Ohio send for the hall?

^ As I stated above, Ohio sent Thomas Edison and James Garfield.

26. What year did the statues start to arrive to the hall?

1870

27. What is the Capitol building the center of?

Washington DC

28. What story's does it tell us?

America's!

29. Write your thoughts about what you have learned about the U. S. Capitol Building and any of your thoughts on the events that happened in it last week it.

I think it is just so sad how all of the statues in the building (ex: Rosa Parks) fought so hard for equality and the progression of America, only for this to happen. It really puts things in perspective on how much we have lost it as a society and need to remember our roots.

Compact Dwelling

It's not perfect, but I love this little thing!

Sketchbook work:

The first thing I did was make a base sketch that I would *attempt* to follow. I also answered questions provided in the document.

House layout:

I then went into Revit and designed a house layout that would meet all the requirements. (I also added a LOT of trees- probably my favorite thing to do in Revit)