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As the fall term begins, Graduate Thesis at SCI-Arc serves as a critical juncture, linking the outgoing visions of our graduates with the fresh perspectives of incoming students. Over the course of the weekend, our thesis students will have the opportunity to articulate, propose, and defend their work to the SCI-Arc community and beyond. This event brings together a diverse group of guest critics from both within and outside the discipline, alongside 19 faculty thesis advisors, to engage in thoughtful reflection and rigorous debate on the provocations and possibilities presented by 75 students. Their projects will remain on display in the halls of SCI-Arc for an extended week as part of the 2024 Graduate Thesis Exhibit.

“The impact of Graduate Thesis Weekend at SCI-Arc is a transformative experience, where the intense scrutiny and vibrant exchange of ideas profoundly elevate the work of students, pushing them to innovate and redefine the boundaries of architectural practice,” says Elena Manferdini, Graduate Programs Chair. “Graduate thesis is the pulse of what matters today, serving as a critical juncture where emerging architectural concepts and pressing contemporary issues converge”.

“This year’s graduate thesis projects are centered around three key themes: matter, form, and new technological narratives,” says Jackilin Hah Bloom, Graduate Thesis Coordinator. “Our students have deeply engaged with the design process, embracing experimentation and crafting their own unique workflows—whether analog, digital, or a blend of both. Each project stands as a distinct exploration, and together, they establish a conversation that resonates with the challenges and opportunities of today and the future of architecture.”

Special thanks to all the constituents at SCI-Arc who help to make all Graduate Thesis events happen.

DIRECTOR/CEO

Hernán Díaz Alonso

VICE DIRECTOR/CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER

John Enright

GRADUATE PROGRAMS CHAIR

Elena Manferdini

GRADUATE THESIS COORDINATOR

Jackilin Hah Bloom

ASSISTANT TEACHER

Jack Freedman

TEACHING ASSISTANTS

Hyun Jun Han Oskar Maly

HISTORY + THEORY ADVISORS

John Cooper Erik Ghenoiu

DESIGN ADVISORS

Matthew Au Jackilin Hah Bloom Jennifer Chen Hernán Díaz Alonso David Eskenazi David Freeland Soomeen Hahm Damjan Jovanovic Zeina Koreitem Elena Manferdini Rachael McCall Eric Owen Moss Anna Neimark Casey Rehm David Ruy William Virgil Andrew Zago
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Mudita Avinash Pise

Advisor: David FreelandM.Arch 2

Unbuilt Explorations: A Tapestry of Silhouettes

 

This thesis delves into the complex interplay between architectural silhouettes, light, shadow, and the transformation from 2D to 3D forms, emphasizing their collective influence on human perception and the definition of space. It investigates how altering scales and the manipulation of light and shadow can dynamically transform perceived and actual spaces, challenging conventional architectural norms. The concept of liminality—transitional spaces that exist between two states— is crucial here, as it involves the scaling, distortion, and reinterpretation of architectural forms from flat drawings to textured, three-dimensional structures. The project also addresses the role of light and shadow beyond mere aesthetics; they are fundamental in sculpting architectural environments that are interactive and ever-changing. Digital tools are utilized to transcend traditional architectural representations, allowing for new visualizations of how spaces can expand, contract, or stabilize in response to human interaction. This integration of technology enhances the narrative that architecture is not just a static physical form but an evolving art form that responds dynamically to human presence. This approach not only redefines architectural processes but also portrays architecture as a mediator between human experience and the built environment, particularly in spaces that have been abandoned and are being reconceptualized.

 

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