Welcome to the RAWrchitecture blog. In order to understand RAWrchitecture, there are some things you need to know before embarking on this quest. So first I'll hit you with a few terms that are the basis for every single post to follow!
1. RAWmaterial [raw-muh-teer-ee-ug'l](n.)
2. RAWrchitecture [raw-ahr-ki-tek-cher] (n.)- is any existing object(s) or material that is perceived to be simple, ie. it cannot be broken down into component parts, which has innate tectonic characteristics that allow it to be transformed, manipulated, broken down and/or (re)assembled in a new way for purpose alternative to that for what it was originally intended.
- Examples:
- toy car
- shipping container
- tire
- paper clip
- hanger
- windshield
- eyeglasses
- PET water bottles
- beer crates
- blurs the boundaries between art, architecture, industrial, and interior design.
- challenges the RAWrchitect to find hidden complexities and relationships within the RAWmaterials of everyday life.
- physically transforms, manipulates, and/or (dis)(re)assembles RAWmaterial(s) through the creation of alternatives tectonic systems designed to fit new programmatic needs.
- is defined by the altered RAWmaterial(s) from which it is created.
- seeks to redefine the relationship between the human body and objects of the industrial/technological revolution.
- may occur as a moment within design or as an overarching theme.
- Examples:
- Wall made of stacked glass bottles
- Chandelier made of paperclips
- Seating surface made of hangers
- House made out of beer crates
3. RAWrchitect [raw-ahr-ki-tekt] (n.)
- is the deviser, maker, and creator of RAWrchitecture
- Examples:
- Aurora Robson
- Stuart Haygarth
- Brian Jungen
- Massimiliano Adami
- Tadashi Kawamata
- Samuel Mockbee/Rural Studio
- Katherine Walter/Felt Studio
- Lo-tek
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