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ARC101 Theory of Architecture - SRM University

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Elements <strong>of</strong> form defining space<br />

Ceiling PLANE<br />

Can reflect the form <strong>of</strong> the structural system.<br />

Can be detached from ro<strong>of</strong> plane, suspended ,<br />

underside <strong>of</strong> an<br />

‐<br />

overhead. Can be lowered / raised to articulate spaces.<br />

Can be manipulated to define and articulate spaces.<br />

Can be manipulated to define and articulate zone <strong>of</strong> spaces.<br />

Form , color , texture and pattern <strong>of</strong> the ceiling plane can be<br />

manipulated to improve the quality <strong>of</strong> light / sound / directional quality.<br />

Form can be manipulated to control the quality <strong>of</strong> light , sound /<br />

within a space.<br />

Lowered<br />

Raised to let in Light

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