Retreat the line

Empowering play as an other way of making architecture

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

J.P. Biernacki Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

A.S. Alkan Theory, Territories & Transitions - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
L.G.A.J. Reinders Situated Architecture - Architecture and the Built Environment (graduation committee member)
H.F. Eckardt Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment, Architecture and the Built Environment
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Published Date

30-06-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

In the face of the prevailing norms and practices in contemporary architecture, there is a growing need to find alternative ways of making architecture that prioritize human experiences, social interactions, and a deeper connection with the built environment. The examination of empowered play as a revolutionary approach to design is the focus of this thesis, "Retreat the Line," which offers a break from conventional paradigms. It emphasizes the importance of challenging the prevailing urban planning trends that prioritize financial gain and rigid quantification, often leading to the commodification of public spaces. Instead, the argument for a qualitative approach put out by suggested moments of architecture embraces wastefulness, unexpected moments, and the co-creation of spaces that encourage serendipity and delight.

"Retreat the Line" is an appeal for architects to adopt a more all-encompassing and human-centered approach to design. In order to build lively, inclusive, and meaningful built environments that improve quality of life and develop a feeling of community and belonging, it urges practitioners to investigate the potential of the architectural agency.