Architectural model making is a fundamental skill in design, used to visualize and communicate ideas in three dimensions. It helps architects, students, and clients understand spatial relationships, scale, form, and materiality. Models serve as a bridge between conceptual sketches and final construction, allowing for experimentation and refinement of designs.
This course covers essential techniques, materials, and tools for creating physical models, from conceptual massing models to detailed presentation models. Through hands-on practice, students will develop precision, creativity, and an understanding of how models enhance the architectural design process.
1. Applications of Architectural 2D, 3D
Architectural 2D drawings (plans, elevations, and sections) provide the foundational guidelines for model making, ensuring accurate scaling and proportions. They help in cutting, assembling, and understanding spatial relationships.
3D models (digital or physical) enhance visualization, allowing for better form exploration, material representation, and design refinement. Digital 3D models can be used for CNC cutting, 3D printing, and laser cutting, improving precision and efficiency in physical model construction.
Together, 2D and 3D applications bridge conceptual design and physical representation, aiding in effective communication and decision-making.
2. Plan Preparation, FP, EP, (Scale 1:50)
Accurate plan preparation is essential for creating precise architectural models. Key components include:
Floor Plan (FP): Provides the layout of spaces, including walls, doors, and windows, serving as a base for model construction.
Elevation Plan (EP): Shows the vertical aspects, including façade details, heights, and material representation, guiding model detailing.
Scale 1:50: A commonly used scale for model making, balancing detail and manageability, ensuring accurate representation of proportions and spatial relationships.
3. Basic Materials and Tools (Paper, PCV, Wood)
1. Plan (FP, Elevation) Scale 1:50 [Print out]
2. Board (Hard Paper, PVC Board, Wood Board, or Acrylic Board) [Pick only one of them for wall 0.3-0.4mm]
3. Thick Plastic (Plastic from book cover) [for window or door glass]
4. Pen Knife, Cutting Mat
5. Metal Ruler, Scale Ruler
6. Super Glue (502), Wood Glue, Hot Glue, Super glue for skin (for Glass)
4. Conclusion
Architectural model making is a vital tool for visualizing and refining designs. Mastering detailing and finishing techniques, such as precise window cutting and landscape elements, enhances the model’s realism and presentation. By combining technical precision with creative finishing, architects and students can effectively communicate their design concepts.
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