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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 10
Parameters and Algorithms

Chapter 10 provides a description of parametric modeling and algorithmic processes in architectural design and drawing. Working with parametric models has become a standard method of 3D modeling. This includes the use of variable inputs that control and drive geometric properties and relationships within the model. This allows for the ability to quickly update changes and create multiple iterations of a 3D model, which are based on topological variations. Algorithms are sets of instructions that are executed to complete a task. Algorithmic procedures allow for the design of rule-based systems, and logical operations that yield outcomes. This method of drawing and modeling allows for the repetition of procedures that are based on bottom-up design processes and concepts of emergence. Parametric and algorithmic modeling environments provide architects and designers with the ability to explore computational methods for drawing and modeling that go beyond...