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WEEK TWO
Elusive in a traditional dimensional definition, the architectural detail can be defined as the union of construction, the result of the logos of techne, with construing, the result of the techne of logos. (Marco Frascari)
TODAY
Review Reading Marco Frascari
logos of techne / techne of logos
construction / construing
tangible / intangible
empirical / theoretical
Review Word Joint Drawings (and tales)
Review Wood Joint Research
Woodshop Orientation
TOMORROW
Build the Joint
Build a prototype (paper, board, foam) for each of your Wood Word Joints. On the basis of your three drawings and following the logic of your diagram, build the three joints that tell the tale.
The three joints are related. Consider them as creatures of the same species. They emerge from the same procedure, yet they have different identities of joinery (first defined in a hand joint).
Develop a procedure that leads from drawing to prototype. Define simple rules (e.g. graphic elements A fold into y-axis, B fold into z-axis etc.) and apply them to all three joints. Consider the lineage from line to plane to volume.
The three joints may be of the three different categories, End-, Angle- and Corner joint. They may consist of up to five assembling pieces (even if originating from a two-hand joint).
Let the prototypes be informed by your wood joint research. Certain tectonic qualities you discovered in the constructional precedent model might work well with your joints.
Tectonic Rules (see general syllabus):
- Each joint mediates an opposing position (open/closed)
- Pronounce the qualities and activities of parts
- Any one joint is limited in size to an implicit boundary of 6" x 6"
- The length of any vector element may not be less than 2"
- All elements will be derived from straight lines and ruled surfaces
- 3 Vectors (x,y,z) are the primary organizational axis along which the tectonic system is deployed
- Each joint is comprised of line, plane and volume
- Within any one joint, one line of force may be at an oblique angle of 5, 45, 30 or 60
- Glue may be used to build up custom sections that remain permanently fixed
- Mechanical fasteners of any kind may not be used
- Any assembled joint must pass a shake test
- Maximize surface contact to secure joint
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