The Expansion of the Square exercise is to study the interaction of positive and negative space.

Both symmetrical and asymmetrical designs can be achieved through the concept of the expanded square.

In order for the exercise to be completed successfully, it must be balance in the design created.

A symmetrical design can be boring, but if the design is working, it will be interesting and will feel balanced on all four sides.

An asymmetrical design by its nature, consist of shapes which are not alike.

The design itself is strong enough to stand up to be observed from all angles.

If the expanded square has succeeded, it should have an interesting shape in what remains of the original square, and also feel well-balanced in terms of the expanded parts outside the square and how they interact with one another.

 

My theme for this exercise is "Dragon".

Pre-planning is really important because it consumes a lot of time.

After so much rejections by my lecturer, I've finally sketched out the best skectch compared to all my previous ones, thanks to her.

Tons of ideas were tested by moving my paper around the square as I study my design.

Under my lecturer's guidance, both of my designs ended up to be extremely fascinating.