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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, BUILDING & DESIGN
Research Unit for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia
Foundation of Natural and Built Environments
CULTURE & CIVILIZATION
Prerequisite: None
Lecturer : Ida Marlina Mazlan & Sufina Abu Bakar
Project 3 (Individual Assignment) : Art + Architecture + Culture
40 % marks
Submission date: 19th
November 2015
Introduction
"What travel teaches us is that we are all essentially the same. There is not a 'them' and
an 'us'; there is really only 'us.'" The stunning photographs capture the theme of places
of visit. A good set of postcard serves a number of purposes: they're decorative,
informative, and attractive.
Objectives of Project
1. To introduce the Western and Eastern culture and civilization through an
overview of archeological discoveries, ancient monuments, artworks, philosophy
and achievement of great leaders from prehistoric to present.
2. To show basic skills on enquiry, investigation, application and presentation of
relevant information.
Learning Outcome
1. Able to describe the historical development of human civilization.
2. Able to recall the development of Eastern and Western human civilizations in the
past as well as present.
3. Able to demonstrate good documentation and presentation skills.
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Tasks
Part I: You are required to do a literature research on places of interest of your site
visit & timeline on the theme that was selected. From the literature review, you are
to study the theme given and its connection between the historical, architectural
and social aspects of the place. Documenting the right building, spaces and places
with the right content is important in this project. You are advised to work closely with
your tutor to ensure you are on the right track.
Theme:
Malaysian Architecture
Fusion Architecture
Religious Places
Spaces and People
Part II: You are to design a graphical timeline & expression of your findings in a
set of 10 postcards. The postcard series will create awareness and educate your
audience on the subject matter or focus of the study. This includes design & layout,
purpose, content, writing style, colours and etc. You are strongly encouraged to meet
with us regularly for further assistance.
Submission Requirement
Part I: Literature research (on eportfolio) & timeline (must be submitted on postcard) on
the places of interest, theme and connection between historical, architecture and social
aspects.
Part II: Postcard series with packaging (10 postcards). Progress and compilation of
weekly journal via E-Portfolio. (*special tab for Project 3)
Part III : 1 minute video montage of 10 best photos. (Complete information of designer,
lecturer, module and university’s information)
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Example of pack

C&C Final Project art culture architecture

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    1 SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE,BUILDING & DESIGN Research Unit for Modern Architecture Studies in Southeast Asia Foundation of Natural and Built Environments CULTURE & CIVILIZATION Prerequisite: None Lecturer : Ida Marlina Mazlan & Sufina Abu Bakar Project 3 (Individual Assignment) : Art + Architecture + Culture 40 % marks Submission date: 19th November 2015 Introduction "What travel teaches us is that we are all essentially the same. There is not a 'them' and an 'us'; there is really only 'us.'" The stunning photographs capture the theme of places of visit. A good set of postcard serves a number of purposes: they're decorative, informative, and attractive. Objectives of Project 1. To introduce the Western and Eastern culture and civilization through an overview of archeological discoveries, ancient monuments, artworks, philosophy and achievement of great leaders from prehistoric to present. 2. To show basic skills on enquiry, investigation, application and presentation of relevant information. Learning Outcome 1. Able to describe the historical development of human civilization. 2. Able to recall the development of Eastern and Western human civilizations in the past as well as present. 3. Able to demonstrate good documentation and presentation skills.
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    2 Tasks Part I: Youare required to do a literature research on places of interest of your site visit & timeline on the theme that was selected. From the literature review, you are to study the theme given and its connection between the historical, architectural and social aspects of the place. Documenting the right building, spaces and places with the right content is important in this project. You are advised to work closely with your tutor to ensure you are on the right track. Theme: Malaysian Architecture Fusion Architecture Religious Places Spaces and People Part II: You are to design a graphical timeline & expression of your findings in a set of 10 postcards. The postcard series will create awareness and educate your audience on the subject matter or focus of the study. This includes design & layout, purpose, content, writing style, colours and etc. You are strongly encouraged to meet with us regularly for further assistance. Submission Requirement Part I: Literature research (on eportfolio) & timeline (must be submitted on postcard) on the places of interest, theme and connection between historical, architecture and social aspects. Part II: Postcard series with packaging (10 postcards). Progress and compilation of weekly journal via E-Portfolio. (*special tab for Project 3) Part III : 1 minute video montage of 10 best photos. (Complete information of designer, lecturer, module and university’s information)
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