Introduction to Architecture

Undergraduate

This course is an introduction to the language of architecture, both graphic and verbal. It does not look at buildings in a historical sequence, but rather through a number of different lenses, each one of which focuses on a different aspect of architecture – from the immediate and tactile to the contextual and theoretical. Primarily it is an opportunity to train your eyes to see – to observe the built world around you with greater precision and understanding. Weekly required reading assignments are to be completed during the week in which they are assigned. Required readings are supplemented by a list of recommended texts. Because the best way to see something is to draw it, drawing assignments are given weekly. These drawings are made in a sketchbook that is maintained throughout the semester. Students are also required to take lecture notes in the sketchbook. Completed assignments are reviewed weekly, and the sketchbooks are reviewed at midterm and at the end of the semester. Prior drawing experience is not required. This course is required for all architecture students This course is open to all students in the university, with the exception of first year students in Yale College. HU 0 Course cr HTBA