Synopsis
The task was to analyse three building types, vernacular, post-industrial 20thC and post-digital 21stC in relation to the topic of being human in the Anthropocene. Firstly, I created research drawings of the buildings which show the materials used and the reasons why, but also the effectiveness of these designs and materials against The Three Pillars. Secondly, I analysed these materials and building methods in relation to the Anthropocene, which methods are sustainable, and which should be avoided and why, what effect do the materials have on the buildings lifecycle? Finally, I concentrated on the design aspects that are most successful and reimagined a less sustainable structure using the methods.