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Drawing from the Model

By : Frank Melendez
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Drawing from the Model

By: Frank Melendez

Overview of this book

With advances in computing and the invention of computer-aided design (CAD) tools in the 1960s, the production of architectural drawing shifted from hand drafting to computer-aided drafting. Drawing from the Model presents design students and professionals with a broad overview of drawing and modeling in architectural representation. The book starts with an overview of drawing, modeling, and computing, with descriptions and examples of drawings that range from hand sketching to computational visualizations. You’ll also learn about digital physics-based simulations and explore digital drawing and 3D modeling tools, techniques, and workflows for creating geometry in Robert McNeel & Associates Rhinoceros® (Rhino 6 for Windows) software. Moving ahead, you’ll be introduced to conventional architectural drawings, such as plans, sections, and elevations. In the end chapters, you’ll learn about computational design processes, scripting procedures for developing various types of incrementally varying patterns and get an overview of robotics and physical computing platforms. By the end of this book, you’ll have digital drawing and modeling skill sets that are required in contemporary architectural education.
Table of Contents (12 chapters)

Chapter 9
Architectural Design Drawings

Chapter 9 focuses on converting projected linework into architectural design drawings that communicate architectural forms and spaces. Architectural representations have been developed throughout the history of architecture and continue to evolve through the use of digital technologies. This chapter describes workflows for exporting linework from the 3D model, and importing linework into vector graphics and other computer-aided design (CAD) software. Additional topics include setting up drawing sheets and assigning line weights, line types, color, graphics, text, and other effects to convert projected geometry into architectural design drawings, through the use of Adobe Illustrator CC.

9.1 Linework Overview

The linework from projected geometry can be modified to reflect architectural graphic conventions. These convention or architectural drawings have developed throughout history and are intended to communicate architectural information through...