Overall Reflection: At the beginning of the year, I had no idea what to expect during this unit and was not so keen on having debates and blog posts as part of the assignments. Eventually, after a number of trail debates between groups during class, I felt more confident and had learnt a lot about the structure of a debate as well as strengths and weak points. Despite the fact that most debate topics had nothing to do with Spatial Design, I actually enjoyed learning about the different views of fellow classmates on these topics as well as presenting my own on a topic that means a lot to me. I also found it hard to keep up with blog posts and what to write in them but after a while I got the hang of it. Hypothesis: The final assignment consisted of critically analysing and evaluating a topic of choice in depth and presenting those findings in an essay. At first I could not fully understand the purpose of the task. After going over the chosen title for my thesis a number of times , I started asking myself why I chose that title. It was a title that really meant a lot to me considering that that is the path that I will hopefully take after finishing the degree. This allowed me to go into more detail on important elements within the project as well as widen my knowledge on the subject. After coming up with a number of hypothesis questions and doing some research as well as consult with the lecturer, the best hypothesis was chosen. Despite thinking that once the title was chosen that the rest would be easy, I found it to be quite the opposite. Upon conducting further research I came to realise that I was taking the subject too literally and wasn't looking in between the lines for more in-depthfindings. The title was slightly arranged after consulting with the lecturer again and I reached to more elaborate conclusions. I believe that this unit will definitely come to use when we are preparing for our thesis in the coming year, if the proposal is accepted. I also believe that I could have done better in this task especially when trying to demonstrate critical thinking within the essay, and putting forward a convincing and objective evaluation.
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As mentioned in a previous post, I was having trouble finding a tutor for my thesis. After speaking with a number of lecturers as well as the director of our institute, I was advised against the proposed title and frankly I do not think they fully understood what I was proposing. When they heard the word "lighting" as being the main element within the project they simply assumed that it would be too technical of a project. Finally I can see the light at the end of the tunnel, after speaking with the same lecturer who advised me to speak to the director, he completely understood what I had in mind and helped me to find middle ground in what I wanted the project to be while at the same time adding that design element that the institute wanted. Instead of having the title "The beautification of the Nadur Historical Centre by means of a holistic lighting design", which gives the impression that I would be going into technical matters, I will now think of better titles which could include maybe designing a part of the square itself whilst still having lighting as the main element of the project. A number of existing projects including that of Paola which is being worked on at the moment were suggested for me to research and get more ideas. The location could not just be the Nadur square but other squares which have dis-levered land which could make the overall design more interesting to work with. Preferably an area for which I could find existing plans since squares are quite large, conducting a complete site survey would not be easy. Brainstorming Titles: Pedestrianising the Nadur Historical Centre by means of creating an interactive space combining light. Renovating the Nadur Historical Centre The regeneration of the Nadur Historical Centre by means of a Holistic Lanscape and Lighting Design Introduction: Very brief history on the topic of Lighting Design and how it evolved. A general overview on the chosen hypothesis and what the paper is going to be about including some main elements to be presented in the following. It should be clear enough for the viewer who maybe has no knowledge on the subject and interesting enough for them to continue reading. Possibly to include more than one paragraph.
Body: Present the main points for this hypothesis from a variety of reliable sources.To be focused on:
Conclusion: A summery of what was mentioned and the conclusions reached whether proved or not approved. Mentioning weaknesses and strengths of the said hypothesis and the research presented. |
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May 2017
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