Architectural Design Principles

3.

Principles of Spatial Organization

3.1.

Spatial Relationships

3.1.1.

Space within a Space

3.1.1.1.

3.1.1.2.

Hierarchical Relationships

3.1.2.

Interlocking Spaces

3.1.2.1.

Shared Boundaries

3.1.2.2.

Overlapping Volumes

3.1.3.

Adjacent Spaces

3.1.3.1.

Side-by-Side Arrangement

3.1.3.2.

Transitional Elements

3.1.4.

Spaces Linked by a Common Space

3.1.4.1.

3.1.4.2.

Connecting Corridors

3.2.

Organizational Patterns

3.2.1.

Centralized Organization

3.2.1.1.

3.2.1.2.

Radiating Elements

3.2.2.

Linear Organization

3.2.2.1.

Sequential Spaces

3.2.2.2.

Axial Arrangements

3.2.3.

Radial Organization

3.2.3.1.

Central Point with Radiating Paths

3.2.3.2.

Circular Arrangements

3.2.4.

Clustered Organization

3.2.4.1.

Grouping of Related Spaces

3.2.4.2.

Flexible Arrangements

3.2.5.

Grid Organization

3.2.5.1.

3.2.5.2.

Orthogonal Layouts

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