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Amazing Instagram Feeds for Sketching

Life of an Architect

As far as architectural sketching goes, I have a long way to go before I can carry the pen bag of the accounts I am going to share with you today. So now that I’ve set the proverbial table, these are my current favorite Instagram feeds that feature sketching. Bob Borson. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. Xenia Klassen.

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

Life of an Architect

Home / Graphics / Architectural Sketching or How to Sketch like Me Architectural Sketching or How to Sketch like Me Bob Borson — April 7, 2014 — 70 Comments Architectural sketching is becoming a thing of the past – at least that’s how it seems to me most days.

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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? Hope to see you in 2015!

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The 50 Best Architecture Books

The Architect's Guide

Whether you are an architectural professional or student you should find many of these resources a welcome addition to your home or office library. I have selected a range of essential topics from architectural history and drawing techniques to sustainable design and construction methods. Buy on Amazon. Buy on Amazon.

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Why Architects Should Never Stop Drawing By Hand

Architizer

At the same time, as the software revolution has taken precedence, there appears to be a fresh incentive among many architecture students and emerging professionals – actually, a kind of quiet revolution – based on a new-found desire to hone their manual skills and learn to draw in the old way. A selection of Wines’ sketches.

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I Want to be an Architect, Where Do I Start?

Life of an Architect

What About Sketching? I’m not sure that it’s that big a deal nowadays – and it would seem that most graduating architecture students don’t really know how to sketch based on the portfolio’s I’ve seen. Can’t draw? It must be Presentation Skills … right?

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One Drawing Challenge Winner Explores Enduring Truths at the Heart of a Classic Book Beloved by Architects Worldwide

Architizer

For young architecture students and experienced practitioners alike, the book remains a source of inspiration and a constant reminder of the infinite possible experiences inherent to any place. This year’s One Drawing Challenge Non-Student Winner, Thomas Schaller , is one of those architects.