This presentation covers the Transformation of Form. How the form works?
Transformation of Form is explained by Types and Definitions with some example.
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Kauffman Center
? A form can be transformed by
altering one or more of its
dimensions and still retain its
identity as a member of a family
of forms.
Dimensional
Transformation
3. ? A form can be transformed by
subtracting a portion of its
volume.
? Depending on the extent of the
subtractive process, the form can
retain its initial identity or be
transformed into a form of
another family.
Subtractive
Transformation
CCTV Headquarters
Rem Koolhaas
Rem Koolhaas
Seattle Central Library
Guangzhou Circle
Joseph di Pasquale
4. ? A form can be transformed by
addition of elements to its
volume.
? The nature of the additive ;rocess
and the number and relative sizes
of the elements being attached
determine whether the identity of
the initial form is altered or
retained
Additive
Transformation
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Manchester Civil Justice Centre
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5. The Guardian by
Frank Gehry
Kauffman Center by
Moshe Safdie
CCTV Headquarters by
Rem Koolhaas
Georgia Pacific Tower by
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Seattle Central Library
by Rem Koolhaas
Guangzhou Circle by
Joseph di Pasquale
Habitat 67
Moshe Safdie