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Architectural Model Making Techniques and Tutorial (a step-by-step model build)

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In this tutorial, I demonstrate architectural model making techniques by building a simple study model from start to finish. I’ll walk you through each step along the way offering tips, tricks and the reasoning behind the techniques and methodology I use to build models. We'll follow the template outlined in parts 1 through 4 of the series, beginning with: 1 - Defining the model's purpose. The model I build in the video is a study model and as such it isn't perfect. It's meant to be used as a design tool. 2 - We move to choosing a scale for the model. I found that 3/16"=1'-0" had the right balance for our purposes; both detailed a sketchy. 3 - Next, we constructed a simple base for the architectural model to rest on. We used limestone tile for ours, but you should watch part 4 of the model making series for other ideas. 4 - From there we choose materials: chipboard (1/16" + 1/32") and basswood scraps will be used to build the model walls, stru …...more
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Architectural Model Making Techniques and Tutorial (a step-by-step model build)
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In this tutorial, I demonstrate architectural model making techniques by building a simple study model from start to finish. I’ll walk you through each step along the way offering tips, tricks and the reasoning behind the techniques and methodology I use to build models. We'll follow the template outlined in parts 1 through 4 of the series, beginning with: 1 - Defining the model's purpose. The model I build in the video is a study model and as such it isn't perfect. It's meant to be used as a design tool. 2 - We move to choosing a scale for the model. I found that 3/16"=1'-0" had the right balance for our purposes; both detailed a sketchy. 3 - Next, we constructed a simple base for the architectural model to rest on. We used limestone tile for ours, but you should watch part 4 of the model making series for other ideas. 4 - From there we choose materials: chipboard (1/16" + 1/32") and basswood scraps will be used to build the model walls, structure, roof and details. Inexpensive materials ensure you'll treat the model as a design tool and not be afraid to modify the composition. 5 - Next, it's on to fabrication. Here I list tips about cutting, blade management, gluing and ways to keep your model clean. 6 - We end by discussing the details I've added including fine layers of chipboard, carpet samples to simulate turf, coir matting to represent landscape elements, tracks, gutters and bracing. For more on the tools, equipment, and materials I use to construct models please see: http://thirtybyforty.com/architectura... // GEAR I USE // DSLR CAMERA: LENSES: AUDIO: ARCHITECTURE GEAR: STARTUP TOOLKIT: ~-~~-~~~-~~-~ Please watch: "Making a Site Model - The Outpost Project"    • Making a Site Model - The Outpost Pro...   ~-~~-~~~-~~-~

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