Date of Submission
Spring 5-1-2020
Degree Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Architecture
Department
Architecture
Committee Chair/First Advisor
Peter Pittman
Secondary Advisor
Ameen Farooq
Abstract
The golden ratio in relation to architecture revolves around the use of composition, geometry and mathematics. The mathematical ratio informs a specific set of parameters that a design can adhere to and is believed that, when utilized properly, gives a creation a beautiful aesthetic. My approach to understanding this system is by exploring its specific functions and how ‘I’ as a designer can inform my design with the golden ratio as the key principle.
My research examines a comprehensive set of studies and explores through a set of experiments in both drawing, model making and digital fabrication to combine the different components of the ratio into architecture.
In order to evaluate and use the golden ratio it is important to understand where it exists and how it has been utilized throughout history.