Intro to Architectural Design of Residential Spaces
Historical Context and References
A course by Cristina Grappin , Architect
About the video: Historical Context and References
Overview
“One way to better understand the site is to learn about its history and identity, for example, research what vernacular or colonial architecture may have existed in the area. These references can help you understand how a certain place has been inhabited over time. This can be a way to start the conceptual stage of your project, in addition to helping to integrate your proposal into its urban context. I'll show you how this all works in my project.”
In this video lesson Cristina Grappin addresses the topic: Historical Context and References, which is part of the Domestika online course: Intro to Architectural Design of Residential Spaces. Learn to design houses step by step and create a functional and aesthetic concept proposal.
Partial transcription of the video
“Historical context and references An important part of the process in this design methodology that I am telling you is the investigation of the historical context of the property where you are going to design. Specifically, at home Pitchli, we will investigate the entire historical context of the site, understanding the elements very well that will form part of the identity of the site. This can help you to start forming design concepts, to understand the story behind and to be able to take this story to a contemporary moment reinterpreted in your own way. At Casa Pitchli we have an aqueduc...”
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Course summary for: Intro to Architectural Design of Residential Spaces
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Architecture, Interior Design, Spatial Design
Cristina Grappin
A course by Cristina Grappin
Architect and interior designer Cristina Grappin founded her own studio in 2021, focused on developing projects that demonstrate a deep understanding of their social and natural contexts. She believes that architecture and design can function as tools to understand, navigate, and transform our environment.
In 2022, she received the Designer of the Year award from Elle Decoration México magazine and her projects have appeared in various publications, including Wallpaper*, Metropolis, Architectural Digest, The LA Times, and Elle Decor. Her work was also acknowledged as part of the Record Houses selection in Architectural Record magazine in 2020, the Top 50 Interior Architects in The Architect's Newspaper, and the Los Angeles Architectural Association's Best Restaurant Design.
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