Local Landmarks and Architecture · Drawing and Composition

The Geometry of Shophouses

Identifying geometric shapes and patterns in traditional Singaporean shophouse facades.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do repeated patterns and shapes create a sense of rhythm in a building?
  2. 2What do the decorative elements of a shophouse tell us about its history?
  3. 3How can we use perspective to show the height and depth of a street scene?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Local Landmarks and Architecture - P4MOE: Visual Elements and Principles - P4
Level: Primary 4
Subject: Art
Unit: Local Landmarks and Architecture
Period: Drawing and Composition

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