Basics Architecture 01: Representational Techniques

Lorraine Farrelly

AVA Publishing, Jan 8, 2008 - Architecture - 176 pages

Basics Architecture 01- Representational Techniques by Lorraine Farrelly explores the concepts and techniques used to represent architecture. It describes a broad array of methodologies for developing architectural ideas, ranging from two- and three-dimensional conceptual sketches, through to the working drawings required for the construction of buildings, and offers a range of practical drawing methods, showing how to present and plan layouts, make conceptual sketches, work with scale, use collage and photomontage to create contemporary images, along with techniques to prepare and plan design portfolios. The book also deals with a variety of media, from those used in freehand sketching, through to cutting-edge computer modeling and drawing techniques. Using examples from leading international architects and designers along with more experimental student work, a broad range of interpretations, possibilities and applications are demonstrated. Students and practitioners will find this a useful and clear companion to a vital aspect of architectural design.

Contents

• Introduction: 5
• How to get the most out of this book: 7
• Sketch: 10
• Scale: 34
• Orthographic projection: 68
• Threedimensional images: 94
• Modelling: 116
• Layout and presentation: 144
• Conclusion: 169
• Glossary: 171
• Further resources: 173
• Acknowledgements: 175
• Working with ethics: 176
• Back Cover: 184

About the author

Lorraine Farrelly is an architect who co-ordinates degree courses in architecture and interior design at the University of Portsmouth, UK. She also lectures at universities around the world on representation in architecture. Lorraine examines in universities in the UK, has taught at various European universities and has presented her research on architecture and the European city at conferences internationally. She has written several books about contemporary architecture and interior design, as well as articles on architectural drawing, architectural education and contemporary architecture.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Basics Architecture 01: Representational Techniques; Volume 1 of Basics architecture; Basics the AVA series
• Author: Lorraine Farrelly
• Edition: illustrated
• Publisher: AVA Publishing, 2008
• ISBN: 2940373620, 9782940373628
• Length: 176 pages
• Subjects: Architecture / Design, Drafting, Drawing & Presentation; Architecture / General; Art / General