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International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)

e-ISSN: 2395-0056

Volume: 11 Issue: 04 | Apr 2024

p-ISSN: 2395-0072

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Exploring Contemporary Ornamentation: Articulation of interior spaces via space-making elements Shivangi Singh1, Ar. Alok Omar2 1 M. Arch Student, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow

2 Assistant Professor, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow

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Abstract - Ornamentation in interior architectural design

advancements—all of which were outcomes of industrialization and globalization—facilitated this shift. Technology's incorporation into interior architectural processes made these developments possible and allowed ornamentation, aesthetics, form, structure, construction, and architecture to come together as a single, unified organism.

has evolved significantly with shifts in technology, materials, and design philosophies. This study explores the historical journey of ornamentation, from its roots in cultural expression and communication to its resurgence in contemporary design after its decline during modernism. Through a literature review and case studies, the research examines ornament's role in recent retail, office, and hospitality projects, focusing on its spatial, dimensional, constructional, and aesthetic impacts. The paper highlights the renewed relevance of ornamentation, facilitated by digital advancements like CAD, CAM, CNC machining, and 3D printing, which enable innovative, functional, and visually appealing designs. By legitimizing ornamentation's use in contemporary design, the research encourages emerging designers to leverage its potential for enriching spatial experiences.

1.1 Significance This study aims to legitimize ornamentation's use in contemporary and future design practice, particularly for emerging designers. With the prominence of digital tools, fabrication, and technological advancements, ornamentation is experiencing a transformation that offers new possibilities for enhancing interior spaces.

1.2 Aim

Key Words: ornamentation, interior architecture, spacemaking elements, digital fabrication, contemporary design, functional intent, aesthetic intent…

The study aims to evaluate the contemporary relevance of ornamentation through an analysis of its defining qualities using space-making elements.

1.INTRODUCTION

1.3 Objective

“The building’s identity resided in the ornament.”- Louis Sullivan

To comprehend the attributes, qualities, and potential of ornamentation within interior spaces, including its influence on form, structure, and construction.

To investigate the significance of contemporary interior ornamentation in relation to construction techniques, fabrication processes, material selection, technological integration, and architectural details.

To examine how ornamentation influences spacemaking elements and construction, as well as the interplay between space-making elements and ornamentation in interior spaces.

To explore unique expressions achieved through ornamentation and space making elements within constructed environments.

Interior design, as both an art and a science, has continually evolved over the years, reflecting shifts in societal values, technological advancements, and design philosophies. One of the fundamental aspects of interior design that has witnessed a remarkable transformation is ornamentation. Ornamentation has long been an integral part of architectural and interior design traditions, embodying cultural expressions and historical narratives. We trace the history of art, design, and architecture back to the prehistoric and classical periods, then on to modernism and postmodernism. In the 20th century and beyond, design and architectural philosophy underwent a significant transformation. During the modern movement, excessive ornamentation and enrichment in architectural forms were purposefully abandoned.

1.4 Scope Investigate the influence of ornamentation and the examination of space making elements in interior design projects. This study is confined to projects where space making elements play a pivotal role in imbuing ornamentation to enrich the overall spatial experience.

As a result, there was a need for fresh aesthetics that were in line with the developing tenets of contemporary design. Machines, mass manufacturing, broad communication, the introduction of new materials, and technological

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