Perancangan Gedung Kolaborasi UMKM Square Universitas Sumatera Utara Dengan Penerapan “Form Follow Function”

Abstract

The surrounding area of USU (Universitas Sumatera Utara) has many activity generators, including commercial facilities. The involvement of commercial areas around the campus is crucial considering the needs of students, both from Medan City and outside Medan City. Many micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are established and managed by students, but they are not widely known by the public and other students, especially in the vicinity of Universitas Sumatera Utara. This is partly due to the lack of spaces for students to introduce their products and services to the general public and fellow students. Therefore, this research uses a qualitative descriptive method by conducting literature studies, field surveys, and interviews. The objective of this research is to design an MSME building with a modern architectural approach, focusing on the theory of form follows function as the basis for seeking the building's form. Besides having the design principle that the facade of the building is the result of the arrangement and function of the spaces inside, this approach can also provide high aesthetic value, optimize the functions of the interior spaces, and consider environmental aspects. Thus, the results of this research show that the design of the MSME building with the application of these principles can provide high aesthetic value, optimal function, and consideration of environmental aspects. This is evident from the modern and functional design of the building, as well as the consideration of environmental aspects, such as the use of modern and readily available materials in the project location.