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ARCA Clubhouse | Studio Design 2B
Transparency Gradient Through Colour, Light, and Social Interaction
Project Profile
Project Name : ARCA Clubhouse
Studio : Studio Design 2B
Institution : KLUST
Project Type : Architectural Student Clubhouse
Semester : NOV 2025
Location : KLUST Campus
Project Overview
Project Overview
The selected project for this assessment is the ARCA Clubhouse, originally developed in Studio Design 2B at Kuala Lumpur University of Science and Technology (KLUST). The project was designed as a dedicated clubhouse for architecture students, providing spaces for collaboration, learning, creative activities, discussions, and social interaction.
The design process involved several stages, including precedent studies, schools of thought exploration, site analysis, concept development, schematic planning, and design refinement. These stages contributed to the development of a clubhouse that responds to both functional requirements and the needs of its users.
The design was guided by the idea of transparency and interaction, expressed through the combination of coloured glass and concrete materials. A transparency gradient was used to create varying levels of openness and privacy, while enhancing visual connections, natural lighting, and user experience within the building. The project aimed to create an inspiring environment that reflects the creativity and collaborative culture of architecture students.
November 2025
Design Brief & Project Requirements
The project brief required the design of a flexible and sustainable clubhouse for architecture students at KLUST. The proposal was expected to accommodate various activities, including collaborative learning, model-making, exhibitions, social interaction, recreation, and large gatherings. The design also needed to integrate with the campus environment while promoting sustainability, accessibility, and user comfort.
Caption: Original Studio Design 2B project brief outlining the objectives, requirements, and design expectations for the ARCA Clubhouse.
DS2B_Project 2C ARCA Clubhouse Schematics _ DEC 2025.pdfOriginal Studio Brief
Site Context & Original Design Documentation
The proposed site is located within the KLUST campus, where the clubhouse acts as a gathering hub for architecture students. The site offers opportunities for social interaction, outdoor activities, and integration with the surrounding campus environment. Throughout the design process, research, precedent studies, site analysis, concept exploration, and schematic development were documented in the project portfolio. The final presentation boards summarised the completed design proposal through drawings, diagrams, visualisations, and technical development work.
Caption: Original portfolio and final presentation boards documenting the complete design journey from research and analysis to the final architectural proposal.
NOUN MAHMOUD 21924558 -PORTFOLIO.pdfOriginal Final Portfolio
Add a headingOriginal Final Presentaion Boards
The following documents provide evidence that the ARCA Clubhouse was completed during the previous design studio semester and serves as the basis for this AI-assisted redesign assessment.
5. Original Design Concept
5. Original Design Concept
The ARCA Clubhouse was developed around the concept of transparency and interaction. The design explored the relationship between coloured glass and concrete to create a unique architectural identity that balances openness and enclosure. A transparency gradient was used as the primary design strategy, establishing different levels of visual connection, privacy, and spatial experience throughout the building. This approach aimed to encourage collaboration, creativity, and social engagement while creating a distinctive environment for architecture students.
TOUCHSTONE -Noun Mahmoud 241924558.pdfOriginal Design Concept
AI-Assisted Design Development Approach
AI-Assisted Design Development Approach
To enhance the original ARCA Clubhouse proposal, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be integrated throughout the redesign process as a tool for analysis, exploration, and design development. AI will assist in evaluating the existing design, identifying opportunities for improvement, and generating informed design solutions. These insights will then be critically assessed through human judgement to ensure that the final proposal remains aligned with the project's concept, objectives, and architectural identity.
AI Design Analysis
Evaluating the original clubhouse design to identify strengths, limitations, and opportunities for improvement.
AI Research & Site Evaluation
Investigating site conditions, environmental factors, user needs, and relevant architectural precedents.
AI Concept Exploration
Generating alternative design ideas and testing different approaches while maintaining the original design concept.
AI Image Generation
Creating visual explorations to communicate design improvements, material studies, and spatial variations.
AI Sustainability Assessment
Exploring strategies for daylighting, natural ventilation, thermal comfort, material efficiency, and environmental performance.
AI Design Refinement
Developing enhanced solutions for spatial organisation, user experience, and overall building performance.
Human Judgement & Decision-Making
Critically evaluating AI-generated outputs and selecting the most appropriate solutions for the final design proposal
Opportunities for Design Enhancement
Although the original proposal successfully established a strong architectural concept and visual identity, several areas present opportunities for further improvement. Environmental performance, sustainability strategies, material efficiency, user circulation, and building comfort can be examined in greater depth through AI-assisted analysis. Revisiting the project also provides an opportunity to evaluate previous design decisions, identify limitations, and explore alternative solutions that may strengthen the overall architectural quality of the clubhouse.
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