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Nine student projects that are represented by intricate 3D models

Deezen

The architecture students included red scale figures to show the scale of the space, as well as stage curtains and miniature trees and shrubs to bring the model to life. "We Throughout the world, the various intersection of these elements generates unique building cultures, distinct vernaculars and local character.

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Eight student projects that communicate concepts through physical models

Deezen

Dezeen School Shows: we've picked eight student projects that feature in Dezeen School Shows that use 3D models to display design solutions. Physical modelmaking has been used by architects and designers throughout history to represent building concepts throughout the design process, from initial ideation stages to final scale models.

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Life of an Architect – Best of 2014

Life of an Architect

I’ve been around the architectural block more times than I care to admit at this stage of my career and I have learned a few things along the way. One upside of working many jobs is that you get to experience all sorts of different project types, firm sizes, and management techniques. Why the change of heart?

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Architects and Pumpkins

Life of an Architect

Mine is the one on the left – but I probably didn’t have to tell you that, did I? You are probably becoming familiar with the technique known as “Bob Pumpkins” as it is very recognizable in style. Do I even need to tell you which one is mine? ( So here are the pumpkins from Halloween 2013.

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Dear Future Architects – You need to Hear This

Life of an Architect

Simply based on my inbox, there is a new batch of bright and shiny new future architects about to graduate and they are on the hunt for their future … hopefully in an office like mine. Maybe you shouldn’t be in architecture school … you don’t have what it takes. Why Should You Read This? Why Should You Read This?

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Architectural Sketching [or How to Sketch like Bob] | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

Now that I’ve been at this “architect” thing for a little while, I can look back at my sketches, all the way back to my time in school, and see how my sketch technique has evolved and how that technique has shaped my architectural solutions. It shows that Ive been consistent in using these techniques.]

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Architectural Tricks of the Trade | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

This technique works on any large format sheet of paper. Here it is – an unfolded 11″x17″ piece of paper … if your office is anything like mine, you have thousands of these laying about your space. Underdog Architecture Student What about the way to tear a straight piece off of a roll of trace? (I