Size & Scale
Massing includes the size of a building. As such, there are often constraints such as the dimensions of a site. Scale is also an important consideration. Generally speaking, buildings are constructed to human scale.Interior Spaces
Massing dictates the shape and size of interior spaces.Function
Massing that is useful for the function of the building. For example, a stadium with a massing that can house a football field and seat 66,000 people with a good view of the field.Character
Massing largely dictates the character and overall expression of a building as viewed from the outside.Place
The character of a building relative to its surroundings. It is common to model a building within its real surroundings.Balance
Massing is typically designed to have a balanced visual weight.Feasibility
The impact of massing on the overall architecture and its feasibility given constraints such as budget and regulations.| Overview: Massing | ||
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Definition | The primary three dimensional form of a building excluding details such as ornaments. | |
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