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ARC101 Theory of Architecture - SRM University

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Cuboid<br />

Altering the equal sides <strong>of</strong> the cube,<br />

cuboid is obtained.<br />

The volume is spread in particular<br />

direction either horizontal or vertical ,<br />

irrespective <strong>of</strong> the surface.<br />

Each mass has a longer side and<br />

Shorter side.<br />

Surface lines are emphasized than corners.<br />

Horizontality – urban street.<br />

( because <strong>of</strong> the continuity one hesitates<br />

to stop unless opening is created )<br />

Verticality – high rise building<br />

( both physical and visual tension makes it<br />

dominating visual entity)

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