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IMPACT OF THE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PROCESS ON STUDENTS PERFORMANCE IN DESIGN STUDIO PROJECTS
Architecture can be seen as a discipline that poses several design challenges from conception to
design realization stages. This path by which the idea of an architect is translated from the mind to
paper and then birthed to life is known as design process. To solve design problems, architects have
to go through a systematic design process, which vary with individuals and groups. In whatever way,
this is done, the process determines the output and resulting performances. Hence, this study
investigates varying design processes and the impact it has on students’ performances in their design
studio courses. This study adopted a survey approach with 300 structured questionnaires distributed
in three Schools of Architecture in southwest Nigeria. The Results showed two distinct design process
approach by students namely: (i) Students who derive design concept in mind and stick to it from the
beginning of the project to the end; and (ii). Students who embark on research with guided relevant
key parameters to direct their project. Findings show that students in the latter category perform better
in the design studio. Furthermore, the study recommended that the design process approach is
important, but the rule of thumb is not a major determinant factor to performance in architectural
design studio