David Wong Starlight Architecture, United Kingdom

1. David Wong Starlight Architecture, United Kingdom Less Is More? Exploring Design Principles of Modern Architecturein the Context of Space Habitation Regina Peldszus, PhD ESA-ESOC , Germany

2. Less Is More? Exploring Design Principles of Modern Architecturein the Context of Space Habitation IAC-13-E5.1.1x17645 Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Introduction: • A theoretical exercise to explore the relationship between the space and earth bound disciplines. • Highlight some of the architectural values of Modern Architecture in the context of Space Architecture The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

3. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Scope and Intention: what this paper is not about: • A comprehensive analysis • Creating a “reference design” • Suggesting Modern Architecture to be the only architectural movement that is relevant to Space Architecture The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

4. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion What is Modern Architecture: • “Modern architecture is generally characterized by simplification of form and an absence of applied decoration. It is a term applied to an overarching movement, with its exact definition and scope varying widely.” • - Wikipedia The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

5. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Characteristics: • “Form follows function” • Simplicity and clarity of forms, elimination of "unnecessary detail“ • Structure architecturally expressed • Preference to use materials that are industrially produced and technologically innovative The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

6. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Mies van der Rohe (1886 – 1969): • Widely regarded as one of the pioneering masters of Modern Architecture • His “skin and bones” architecture were much aspired to by large institutes and corporations at the time in America and Europe. • prominent works included: the Barcelona Pavilion (1929), Crown Hall of the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago (1956), and the Seagram Building, New York (1958) Mies van der Rohe, source: Wikipedia top: Barcelona Pavilion middle: Crown Hall bottom: Seagram Building source: Wikimedia Commons The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

7. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Mies van der Rohe: Design Principles • Structural Clarity • Material & Technologies • Contexts • “Will of the Epoch” Neue National Nationalgalerie source: mazzarello.com One Charles Center source: University of Chicago Press Farnsworth House The Crown Hall The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

8. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Richard Neutra (1870 – 1970): • Considered to be among the most important modernist architects. • Widely regarded as a pioneer of environmental design and regionalist architecture, and for the technological innovations in his works. • Prominent works included: Lovell Heath House, Los Angeles, California (1929) ,Kaufmann Desert House, Palm Springs, California (1946) Richard Neutra, source: Wikipedia top: Novell Heath House bottom: Kaufmann Desert House source: Wikiarquitectura The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

9. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Richard Neutra: Design Principles • Integration of the Site • Human-Centred, Participatory & Evidence-based Design • Systems Approach Lovell House isometric drawing The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

10. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Discussion: Implications to Space Architecture • Structural Clarity • Natural Context and Vernacular • Space Architecture as Extension of Modern Architecture? The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

11. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion Conclusion • Design principles of Modern Architecture could serve well to Space Architecture in its bid to achieve better human integration. • Design approaches of Modern Architecture alone does not provide all the answers. • The continuous evolution of Modern Architecture within the professional world of contemporary architecture may provide some further insights The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus

12. Introduction | Modern Architecture | Mies van der Rohe | Richard Neutra | Discussion | Conclusion • Thank You & Questions? The 64th International Astronautical Congress, Beijing, China. - David Wong, Regina Peldszus