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Lecturer(s)
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Kolařík Radek, doc. Ing. arch.
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Stolín Petr, doc. Ing. arch.
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Buček Jiří, doc. Ing. arch.
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Mičeková Alena, Ing. arch.
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Sviták Daniel, MgA.
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Balda Vladimír, Ing. arch.
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Žid Jiří, Ing. arch.
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Hamerlová Lenka, Ing. arch.
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Dvořáková Iva, Ing. arch. Ph.D.
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Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.
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Sabová Daniela, Ing. arch.
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Seibert Eduard, MgA.
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Šépka Jan, prof. Ing. arch. akad. arch.
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Vaníčková Kamila, MgA.
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Course content
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1. Individual and Group Consultations Regular individual consultations form the cornerstone of instruction, during which students present their designs and discuss them with the studio director. These consultations allow instruction to be tailored to each student?s individual needs and guide them toward a deeper understanding of architectural design. Group consultations, in turn, serve as a platform for the mutual exchange of opinions and experiences among students. They focus on sharing different approaches to solving assignments and develop the ability to argue and engage in critical reflection. 2. Practical Experience and Model Making An important aspect of studio instruction is working with physical models and experimental design. Students learn to use models as a tool for testing spatial concepts and material solutions. Various methods are employed within the studios, such as: ? Quick material models ? used to verify the basic design concept and spatial relationships. ? Detailed models at a scale of 1:50 or 1:20 ? focus on architectural details and the material qualities of the design. ? Experimental modeling ? students use unconventional materials and techniques, such as working with paper, textiles, or digital tools (3D printing, CNC cutting). ? Work with models is systematically linked to drawing and hand sketches, which are viewed as a key tool for developing conceptual thinking. 3. Critical Reflection and Presentation of Work Each studio project culminates in a final presentation, during which students defend their design before a panel of experts composed of faculty members and external specialists. This process includes: ? Visualizing ideas through drawings, models, and multimedia presentations. ? The ability to verbally articulate architectural concepts and explain them within the context of the assigned topic. ? Open discussion and the ability to respond to critical feedback. Throughout the semester, there are also so-called interim defenses, which allow students to identify weaknesses in their designs early on and receive feedback for further development. 4. Thematic Variability and Adaptability of Instruction One of the key principles of studio-based teaching at FUA is the ability of instructors to adapt teaching methods to current topics and the individual needs of students. Each studio has its own teaching methodology, which reflects the studio head?s focus and pedagogical approach. Proven methods include: ? Experimental and research-based approach ? students are guided to discover new material and spatial solutions. ? Simulation of real-world situations ? some studios use simulated scenarios where students address specific architectural challenges in a real-world context. ? Interdisciplinary collaboration ? students have the opportunity to work on projects in collaboration with other fields, such as artistic or technical disciplines.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Self-study (text study, reading, problematic tasks, practical tasks, experiments, research, written assignments), Working activities (workshops), Individual creative and artistic activities, Group consultation, Individual consultation, Students' portfolio
- Class attendance
- 266 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 280 hours per semester
- Preparation for credit
- 25 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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Studio instruction at the master´s level builds significantly on the principles acquired during the bachelor?s program, further developing them at a much deeper level of content and methodology. While at the bachelor?s level students acquire basic skills in design and technical principles, the master?s course focuses on the independent and artistically mature execution of complex architectural, urban planning, or landscape design projects with a strong emphasis on strategic, social, and environmental implications. Topics are selected as challenging multidisciplinary tasks that do not merely address the design of individual structures, but explore their relationship to place, cultural context, and the broader infrastructure or landscape network. The curriculum systematically develops students? ability to analyze and synthesize complex input data and to create conceptual frameworks. Students are guided toward deeper architectural detail, where the design phase emphasizes solutions to structural, material, and technical aspects of the building, including connections to building physics, sustainability, and feasibility. An important component is also the consideration of the legislative environment, through which the program prepares students for professional practice and work in the fields of urban planning and building regulations. Curriculum and main topics: Instruction takes the form of regular consultations in vertically organized studios, which facilitates the transfer of experience between different cohorts. The process is divided into the following phases: 1. Analytical and research phase: Detailed examination of all layers of the territory?social, environmental, functional, historical, and operational. 2. Conceptual phase and form-finding: Formulation of a strong authorial concept and creation of alternative solutions. 3. Design development: Detailed elaboration of the architectural solution with an emphasis on structural systems, sustainability, and compliance with technical standards and legislation. 4. Finalization and presentation: Preparation of professional graphic and spatial outputs and their subsequent public defense before a committee.
Graduates of this course are able to independently formulate an architectural problem and propose a responsible solution within the framework of complex assignments. The learning outcome is the ability to create a design that is not only spatially and aesthetically high-quality but also technically convincing and conceptually defensible in dialogue with both professional and lay audiences. Students apply research and experimental methods as an integral part of the design process and demonstrate the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. Professional outputs include comprehensive project documentation, physical and digital models, and the ability to deliver a persuasive oral presentation of their own concept.
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Prerequisites
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Studio instruction at the Faculty of Arts and Architecture (FUA) is based on a combination of individual student guidance, group consultations, and an emphasis on practical experience. Through studio projects, students are guided to develop conceptual thinking, experiment with various approaches to architectural design, and discover their own distinctive style. Each student is supported in their individual development based on their personal approach to creation, thereby strengthening their critical thinking and ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practice.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Practical demonstration of acquired skills, Presentation of artistic and creative activities
Studio teaching at FUA emphasizes individual student development, encourages conceptual thinking, and connects theoretical knowledge with practical experience. Working with models, an experimental approach, and teaching variability create a dynamic environment that prepares students for the complex challenges of architectural and artistic creation.
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Recommended literature
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CARMONA, Mattew. Public places urban spaces: the dimensions of urban design (3rd ed.). New York: Routledge, 2021. ISBN 978-1-138-06778-3.
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CORNER James and Alison HIRSCH (eds). The landscape imagination. Collected Essays by James Corner 1990-2010. Architectural Press, 2014. ISBN 978-1-61689-145-9.
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GLANCEY, Jonathan. Modern Architecture: The Structures that Shaped the Modern World. Welbeck, 2023. ISBN 978-1802791013.
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GUALLART, Vincente. GeoLogics: geography, information, architecture. Barcelona: Actar, 2008. ISBN 978-84-95951-61-8.
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HEYNEN, Hilde. Architecture and Modernity: A Critique. The MIT Press, 1999. ISBN 978-0262581899.
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JACOBS, Jane. The Death and Life of Great American Cities: Jane Jacobs. New York: Vintage Books, 1992. ISBN 0-679-74195-X.
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JENCKS, Charles and Karl KROPF. Theories and Manifestoes of Contemporary Architecture. Wiley: Academy, 1997. ISBN 978-0-471-97687-5.
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Koolhaas, R. Třeštící New York. Praha, 2007.
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Lehnerer, Alex. Grand urban rules. Rotterdam, 2009. ISBN 978-90-6450-666-6.
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NORBERG-SCHULZ, Christian. Principles of Modern Architecture. Andreas Papadakis Pub, 2020. ISBN 978-1901092240.
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OUDOLF, Piet and Noël KINGSBURY. Landscapes in Landscapes. London: Thames & Hudson, 2011. ISBN 978-0-500-34219-9.
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PALLADIO, Andrea. The Four Books of Architecture. Malvern, 2023. ISBN 978-80-7530-367-7.
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