Architectural studio 3 emphasizes on the poetics of place and the experiential qualities of space in architecture. In the module, students are introduced to, firstly, an exploration of spatial typologies and poetics in architecture; and secondly, the concept of neighborhood and community.

In their preliminary design work, students engage with literature studies and interpretation as well as translating into design of different spatial typologies which explore the idea of architectural tectonics and experiences. Subsequently, the major project involves the design of a small scale community building in the open landscape/suburban condition which engages with the spirit of place inherent within the site, the site topography, history and socio-cultural events. The design work explores the plan-section integration to achieve architectural form that is tectonically expressive, functional and responsive to its site.