Design project - Composition and Materiality
Se portfolio instructions on: https://www.slu.se/lam-portfolio/
Information from the course leader
Welcome to the course!
The course introduction will take place on Thursday the 24th of March in Stora Sessionssalen in Slottet (Alnarp Castle) at 9.00.
On Monday the 28th of March we will start a series of light workshops, please be prepaired to work on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening that week (see preliminary schedule for some more detalis).
A study trip with to Stockholm with field work will take place in May, Monday 2nd - Thursday 5th (Friday 6th will not be scheduled). This trip is optional and we we will NOT make reservations for travel or accommodation (feel free to save money and stay with friends or family). You will travel individually to Stockholm (and pay for it) by train or whatever you choose. We will meet in Stockholm at 15.00 (preliminary time) on Monday and end our scheduled activities on Thursday around 14.00. You will meet landscape architects, make field work and have possibilities to go with teachers on site visits. More details will be published in the final schedule for the course.
The design project that is carried out in the later part of the course will be carried out in groups where the groups are responsible of time planning and project leading.
In the course we will push limits of our knowledge and to give the opportunity to elaborate design and material preferences within a set framework. In workshops and short exercises we will e g : explore how to experience spatial design by walking or investigate light/lighting and sound as means of outdoor design. A high rate of physical presence is required, as discussions and confrontations with peer students and supervisors are of great importance to elaborate your ideas.
Looking forward to seeing you !
Jitka Svensson/Stefan Lindberg
Course evaluation
The course evaluation is now closed
LK0387-40125 - Course evaluation report
Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.
Additional course evaluations for LK0387
Academic year 2023/2024
Design project - Composition and Materiality (LK0387-40035)
2024-03-20 - 2024-06-02
Academic year 2022/2023
Design project - Composition and Materiality (LK0387-40009)
2023-03-22 - 2023-06-04
Academic year 2020/2021
Design project - Composition and Materiality (LK0387-40074)
2021-03-24 - 2021-06-06
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
LK0387 Design project - Composition and Materiality, 15.0 Credits
Designprojekt – Komposition och materialitetSubjects
Landscape Architecture Landscape ArchitectureEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
Title | Credits | Code |
---|---|---|
Single module | 15.0 | 0101 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1F)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to 120 credits, of whichSpecific entry requirements: 90 credits in one of the following subjects:
• landscape architecture • architecture • landscape planning • built environment • design • spatial planning • geography • landscape science • environmental science • civil engineering
and an approved portfolio accordning to specific instructions. See link for portfolio instructions during additional information.
OR 150 credits from a Landscape Architecture programme at SLU or an Erasmus partner University
and the equivalent of 15 credits in Landscape Architecture on second cycle level
English 6 or equivalent
Objectives
After completion of the course, the student should be able to:
prepare design proposals where the expression and interaction of different materials are the main components
understand the origins and function-related characteristics of different materials and apply this knowledge in compositions and new applications of materials
evaluate different materials in relation to cost, durability and maintenance
fulfil conceptual ideas in complex situations to functioning compositions
formulate ideas, proposals and reflections, both graphically and verbally
Content
The course is an intimate study of design where spatial compositions and compositions of different materials in form, colour, texture and other characteristics comprise the medium. The design exercises are characterised by high complexity in interface situations between the functions, forms, ages and expressions of different materials.
In the composition exercises, both built materials and vegetation are used, where the properties of the respective materials and their immediate impact and respective dynamics over time are exploited. In experimental studies, the frame of reference is extended.
The emphasis in the course is on shorter and longer exercises, both individual and group, that are presented and critically discussed. Lectures, study trips and picture and literature seminars are important elements in the articulation of knowledge
The course comprises lectures, literature seminars (mandatory), reviews (mandatory), field work with mandatory exercises, workshops, independent studio work and independent writing work.
The course gives 15 skills training credits for students in the Landscape Architecture Programme.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
Lecturers will evaluate the quality of compulsory assignments submitted and presented by students, particularly the design assignments. Specifications of compulsory attendance and assignments are given at course start. Students’ knowledge and ability to engage each other in critical and analytical discussions will also be assessed in picture and literature seminars.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
Se portfolio instructions on: https://www.slu.se/lam-portfolio/High attendance during the independent studio work in group is strongly recommended and necessary.
Previous studies in material and construction are recommended.
Courses in Landscape Planning from SLU counts as Landscape Architecture when assessing qualifications.
Students admitted to Landscape Architecture – Master´s Progamme 2011-2019 are eligible for the course
Responsible department
Department of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management
Further information
Litterature list
- Literature list 2022 [Literature list 2022] (https://slunik.slu.se/kursfiler/LK0387/40125.2122/Literature_list__2022.pdf)