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Case of Residential Architecture.
Theoretically "Form follows function" Makes sense,
but in actuality "Building/ unit Form" first follows budget, building
bylaws, construction practice, construction technology, modular product
specifications being used in building and interior and real estate trend;
dependency of form on "Function" comes last, rather it's a vague idea
i.e., considering each individual or collectively as a household having a specific
spatial bubble requirement based on their height, size, no. of family members,
type of work, hobby, habit, health condition, cultural preferences etc. Still,
irrespective of whatever form and anthropometric spatial dimensions that suits
you and your family collectively, you will still have to settle for whatever
real estate developer has to offer, unless you are filthy rich, uness you are
getting your home designed at a remote location beyond municipal jurisdiction,
and unless your architect is actually sensitive and considerate for your known
and latent needs, and unless he or she knows how to beat the bylaws while
staying within statutory confinements.
Idea of correct typology, dimensions and hierarchy of
architectural spaces in your home, is not your own, it has been imposed on you
for other's convenience. Three fold challenges are seens in architectural
practice i. e. one, most of the input criteria of architectural design is
already pre-defined leaving little room for creativity and accommodating client
specific needs, secondly most clients themselves are not aware about their own
needs and they stick to their superficial requirements as architectural brief,
lastly most architects seldomly play a role of client's counselor to understand
their needs more comprehensively and deeply.
Author: Anoop Jha
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