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Lecturer(s)
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Buček Jiří, doc. Ing. arch.
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Kolařík Radek, doc. Ing. arch.
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Stolín Petr, 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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Dvořáková Iva, Ing. arch. Ph.D.
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Hamerlová Lenka, Ing. arch.
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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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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 in 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. This flexibility allows for a response to current challenges in architecture and urban planning and provides students with the space to develop their own creative approach to design
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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
- 322 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 345 hours per semester
- Preparation for credit
- 25 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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Studio instruction in the master?s program culminates in the course Architectural Studio 3, which represents the highest level of studio work prior to the thesis itself. While Studio 1 focused on the urban context and Studio 2 on architectural detail and building construction, Studio 3 requires a comprehensive synthesis of these elements. Unlike previous semesters, there is a strong emphasis here on methodological independence and research-by-design. Students no longer merely address assigned parameters but are able to independently define the social, environmental, and strategic implications of their designs. Topics are selected so that students demonstrate the ability to coordinate extensive assignments encompassing both complex infrastructural connections and broader landscape networks, as well as a high level of technical and material detail. Instruction in Studio 3 is aimed at verifying the student?s readiness for the final state examination. Together with their advisor, students engage with all layers of the territory (social, functional, historical) with a higher degree of critical reflection. The result of this learning process is a mature, original project that is technically feasible, economically and environmentally sustainable, and defensible in professional discourse. Continuity and Progression: The course directly builds upon the analytical skills from Studio 1 and the design skills from Studio 2. Studio 3 combines these two levels and expands them to include the ability to independently lead a project. Successful completion of this studio is a methodological prerequisite for enrolling in the Thesis, as students demonstrate their ability to independently handle a complex architectural assignment without the need for detailed guidance at every step of the process. Syllabus and main topics (progression toward the thesis): 1. Formulation of the author?s thesis and analysis: Critical definition of the problem in a broader context. 2. Multidisciplinary research: Research in the fields of materials, technologies, and sustainability. 3. Form-finding and conceptual synthesis: Defining the design concept in relation to the site context. Integrating urban relationships with the building?s internal structure. 4. Development of a comprehensive concept: Detailed examination of functional and operational connections. 5. ?12. Development of the design with an emphasis on technical feasibility: Incorporation of structural details, structural analysis, fire safety regulations, and building services systems. 13. Critical reflection and final adjustments: Preparation of a presentation for the expert colloquium committee. 14. Presentation and defense: Simulation of the thesis defense.
Learning Outcomes: ? Synthesis and complexity: Ability to integrate advanced technical aspects and building physics into a comprehensive conceptual design. ? Pre-thesis preparation: Demonstration of the ability to independently formulate an architectural problem and select appropriate research and design methods to be applied in the thesis. ? Professional standard: Presentation of outputs at the level of a professional architectural study using advanced digital and physical models
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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. Within studio projects, students are guided to develop conceptual thinking, experiment with various approaches to architectural design, and seek 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.:. Delirious New York: A Retroactive Manifesto for Manhattan. New York, 1997. ISBN 9781885254009.
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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. Dover Publications Inc., 1965. ISBN 9780486213088.
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