The document discusses the concept of space in architectural design, focusing on how different planes (horizontal, vertical, elevated, and depressed) define and influence spatial volumes. It explains configurations such as u-shape and l-shape, as well as the role of visual elements like color and texture in interpreting space. Examples of architectural works illustrate these concepts, providing real-world applications of the theories presented.

1. SUBMITTED TO: AR. HEMANI SINGH
THE COMPLETE WORLD OF EDUCATION

2. PLANE
A surface generated by a straight line moving at a constant
velocity with respect to a fixed point.
A longitudinal section through the axis of a column.

3. Define space
using
HORIZONTAL ELEMENTS
VERTICAL ELEMENTS

4. Defining Space
Horizontal Element Vertical Element
Linear Vertical
Element
Vertical Plane
L-Shape
Configuration
U-Shape
Configuration
Parallel Planes 4 Planes (encloser)
Overhead Plane
Base Plane
The form and enclosure of each space in
a building either determines or is determined by, the
form of the spaces around it.
Elevated Plane
Depressed
Plane

5. Horizontal Plane
Base Plane:
• Seems to be figured out when there is a
perspective change in color and texture.
• With edge definition
• With surface attraction
Elevated Plane:
• Edge will well defined
• Visual spatial continuity interrupted

6. Depressed Plane:
Overhead Plane
• A horizontal plane that has been raised vertically to the extent that it begins to define a volume of
space between itself and the surrounding ground plane that it relates to.
• Vertical surface of depression establishes boundaries
• By contrasting form, geometry or orientation

7. Vertical Plane
Linear Vertical Plane:
• Defines the edge of volume of space
Single Vertical Plane:
• Articulates the space which it fronts

8. Parallel Plane:
• Two parallel vertical planes define a volume of space between them that is
oriented axially toward both open ends of the configuration.
• A U-shaped configuration of vertical planes defines a volume of space that is
oriented primarily toward the open end of the configuration.

9. Lewis Arts Complex
Sifang Art Museum by
Steven Holl Architects
Colosseum in Rome
Arzuria Gallery by
SCDA Architects
The Desert House by
Kendrick Bangs Kellogg

10. THANK YOU
Submitted by:
Mihir Srivastava, 2206160016
B. Arch, 2nd Semester
Theory of Design - APAR128A