As part of the Basic Design curriculum, first-year B.Arch students explored thread-based tapestry art using can-can material in a creative workshop titled Tapestry in Threads. The exercise encouraged students to understand design through material exploration while translating architectural ideas into tactile compositions.
Working in collaborative groups, students interpreted sacred architectural forms such as the Temple, Mosque, Cathedral, and Church. Instead of literal representation, they focused on expressing structure, symbolism, rhythm, and texture through layered threads. Variations in colour, density, and direction helped convey the essence of each form, allowing architecture to be experienced beyond drawings and models.
The workshop strengthened students understanding of craftsmanship, teamwork, and cultural representation. By engaging with a non-traditional medium, students developed patience, precision, and creative confidence. Tapestry in Threads successfully introduced first-year students to design thinking by blending art, architecture, and collaboration into a meaningful learning experience.
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