David Ross_Architecture as Adjective
2022 autumn semester MA studio Spatial Art tutored by Canadian artist and architect David Ross (https://www.inferstructure.net)
Architecture as Adjective is an experiment in looking over,
under and around what is typically called “architecture” to
investigate, instead, what might be meant by the term architectural.
In linguistic terms, an adjective modifies or describes a noun.
(ie. A red apple). The adjective’s semantic role is to shift or
enhance meaning. Adjectives that modify the word “architecture”
are plentiful (medical, residential, civic, corporate, etc).
However, when architecture itself is used as an adjective
interesting transformations take place. Ordinary objects,
simple structures, and even activities, once they are identified
as architecture becomes ambiguous, evocative, useful, and
potentially even seductive.
Most forms of building, construction, and space-making can
easily be defined simply as architecture (like the building you
are currently in). However, many other built forms — we can
call them first cousins of architecture — have only a tangental
relationship to Architecture and can thus be considered
architectural. For context and inspiration, we will be looking
at many of these relatives: temporary shelters, animals
constructions, models, mock-ups, training facilities, testing
sites, film sets, and follies to name a few.
The work of numerous individuals, institutions, and builders —
both human and non-human — whose works embrace the
“adjectivization” of architecture will be examined in light of
your own projects and interests.
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