up:: [[CKLA330 - Landscape Design Studio]] tags:: #source/course #on/design #on/landscape_design # CKLA330 M7 - Functional Relationship Diagrams This module focuses on developing [[Functional Diagrams]] for effective program element coordination. It aims to guide participants in evaluating alternative compositions and selecting a preferred concept, emphasizing the integration of the chosen functional relationship diagram into the project site. The [[Landscape Design Process]] is a problem-solving and creative sequence employed by designers to develop site-appropriate solutions. It involves Research/Site Investigation, Preliminary and Refined Design, Detail Design, Implementation, and Evaluation. The process aims to organize information and thoughts, obtain timely and relevant information, and present orderly solutions for client needs and site conditions. In the design phase, the process progresses from Functional Relationship Diagrams to Preliminary Design and Concept Plan. The designer explores alternative layouts and refines ideas during this phase. **Functional Relationship Diagrams:** - Initial step in the design phase. - Represents overall arrangement of the design on paper. - Not drawn to scale; explores alternative layouts. - Helps determine the best relationship between design elements. - Progresses from general to specific in three steps: Functional Relationship Diagrams, Preliminary Design, Concept Plan. **Diagram Drawing Tips:** - Draw one bubble for each program element. - Not drawn to scale but considers size requirements. - *Focus on the relationship between elements, not site placement.* - Progress from general to specific in the design phase. ## Functional Relationship Diagram The design process is a structured sequence of problem-solving and creative steps used by designers to develop suitable design solutions for a given site. It involves research, design, detailing, implementation, and evaluation stages, providing an organizational framework for project development. 1. **Design Process Stages:** - Research / Site Investigation - Design (Preliminary and Refined) - Detail Design - Implementation - Evaluation 2. **Reasons for Design Process:** - Organizing information and thoughts - Obtaining and using information effectively - Developing appropriate solutions for client needs and site conditions - Presenting solutions in an orderly manner **Design Phase:** In the design phase, the designer creates actual design solutions based on site analysis and program requirements. This phase progresses from general to specific solutions, encompassing functional relationship diagrams, preliminary design, and concept plans. 1. **Functional Relationship Diagrams:** - Initial organization of design elements - Exploration of alternative layouts - Relationships between major spaces and elements depicted 2. **Preliminary Design:** - Transformation of functional diagrams into three-dimensional space - Creation of illustrative plans representing landscape concepts 3. **Concept Plan:** - Detailed rendering of landscape features - Provides a visual sense of materials and spatial arrangements **Functional Relationship Diagrams:** - Initial attempt to organize design elements - Each space depicted as a bubble, showing relative size and configuration - Focus on finding the best relationships between elements **Biophilic Design:** - Incorporation of natural elements into spaces - Provides health benefits to users - Enhances connection to the natural environment The design process, from research to evaluation, serves to organize information effectively, develop appropriate solutions, and present them thoughtfully. Functional relationship diagrams aid in exploring layout alternatives, while preliminary design transforms concepts into three-dimensional plans. Incorporating biophilic design principles enhances the user experience and connection to the environment.