Architects still communicate their designs through the use of graphics – and there are a lot of different formats, mediums, and techniques that are up for consideration. Architectural graphics is … [Read more...]
EP 110: Modern Home Challenge
It was August 10th, 2010 when I first conceived of the “Low-Cost Modern Home Challenge” with the intent to go through a design process that would help us understand how to design a modern house that … [Read more...]
Architectural Graphics 101: Cover Sheet
When I say the words “cover sheet” and the topic is architectural drawings, a few different things come to mind … which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it did get me thinking that maybe we should … [Read more...]
Studio Lessons 101: Diagrams
After a week full of various studio reviews, I have realized how essential diagrams are to the presentation of one’s architectural ideas. While they may not hold a large place within the practice of … [Read more...]
Master Thesis Presentations
So I have spent the first part of this week in ten-hour days of project reviews. These are Masters of Architecture candidates who are conducting their master's thesis presentations. I have been in … [Read more...]
Architectural Detail Books
As an architect, you need to understand details, and one of the easiest ways to expose yourself is by referencing Architectural Detail books. There are a large number of books out there that focus on … [Read more...]