Tool Kit for Architecture | All About Architecture |Architecture as Career
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This video is for beginners who are going to join architecture, or students who have just entered the school of Architecture. It is an elaborated video on the tools are being used during the first 3 years of the course.
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- 1. A SMILE IS THE UNIVERSAL WELCOME!! TOOL KIT FOR ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 2. introduction Hurray!! All excited to budge into a new career and a unique course unlike other degrees. Since we all have solely a month away from the start of a new year of college, even though it may be different and difficult in this amidst of COVID – 19 , there are a few things that we need to look upon that every architecture student needs. sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 3. introduction So there is a break down of list. This list is really about the analogue “tools” so there is not any digital technology listed here. That might become another post, so computers and software are of course needed. So let’s get to it . . . My Must- Have List of supplies for starting architecture school. Most of these should be utilized throughout your school years. (and beyond) sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 4. introduction sketching Drawing Pen Set For Sketching • These pens are generally called “artist pens” • They are also used in drawings where line weight can be differentiated • Used for sketching and also for fine technical work markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 5. introduction sketching • There are several good sets to choose from; Rotring, Uni pin, Staedtler, Artline, Sakura just to name some • For a few, priority of pens change while learning according to their style of sketching/drawing styles, but these are purely meant for the purpose sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 6. introduction sketching markers Basic Color Set Ink Alcohol Markers (Artist Markers) • All these help to add some exquisite colours to the sketching pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 7. introduction sketching markers • As we practice, learn and whet the sketching skills, these colours will emphasize the drawing by just giving them a little bit of wow!! pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 8. introduction sketching markers • To name a few Caliart. Burstro, Pathos and Luxor are cost effective on a high end we have Copic • The dual colour pens and markers have both pointed tip on one end and brush tip on the other • But few would like the chisel end insteadpencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 9. introduction sketching markers pencils Drawing Pencil Set • The pencils mentioned here are standard ones that are been used by architects & students colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 10. introduction sketching markers pencils • They have different hardness for drawing and sketching • These are a must in the initial years of architecture so you can learn how to use them on daily and regular basis colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 11. introduction sketching markers pencils • This is the medium that is preferred by all age groups of architects • Standard Versions available are Apsara, Faber Castell, Artline, Camlin, Staedtler and Sketching pencil colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 12. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils Color Pencil Set – Watercolor or Prisma Pencil • Color pencils can be used for both ink and pencil drawings • Just like the markers even these are used for emphasizing the drawings setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 13. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils • This also depends on the style we learn to feel comfortable with and what style we want to incorporate in our work • Most watercolor pencils can act as regular colored pencils and be used dry also if you prefer not to wet your drawings • Prismacolor for watercolor pencils. Several options for pencils; Camiin, Faber- Castell, Staedtler and many others setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 14. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares Triangle(s) – Small Set &/Or Adjustable • They are more effective while drafting • It might take some time to practice to get them into the drafting workflow, but once well versed they are handy to have cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 15. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares • In colleges typically a large set of triangles are required for drawings • These come in plastic varieties and multitude of sizes from 4″ to 18″ sides cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 16. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat Cutting Mat – Large • Its an imperative • Here are a few brands to be mentioned Green table cutting Mat, Double sided Self healing etc., • It will last through entire five years of Architecture • Can spend money on a very large and good one will suffice its purposemetalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow
- 17. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers Large Metal Ruler/Straight Edge • This goes hand in hand with the cutting mat • During college there would probably be large models to cut and handle • So these 36” ruler will be of great help to handle all of them • A horde of brands are available nothing to be mentioned in particular scales miscellaneous books follow
- 19. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales Architectural Scale • After getting one, learn the usage of it because it will be of help in many ways and also while starting work in a studio • The T- Scale or the T-Square plays one of the most important role while drafting or drawing miscellaneous books follow
- 20. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales • A triangular helps in preparing large scale drawings and would be of use from the first year of Architecture • In general it’s found in two sizes 32”and 24” and nothing in specific Nalanda works well compared to others • Plastic version of triangular scales are inexpensive, could be used on daily basis and transportable very good but in a long term the colors and marking wear off miscellaneous books follow
- 21. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales • Aluminum or metal are permanent because the markings are carved on it but weigh heavy and are not transportable • These are good for paperweights or hold trance in place while working. Each serve its own purpose. Lots of bands here nothing to mention anything in specific but just material wise whether metal or plastic. Understanding scale is important miscellaneous books follow
- 22. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow Trace Paper • It’s a necessity for Architects • Its very affordable that we can just throw out all our ideas and can see how they look, feel and develop
- 23. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow • This is the less formal version of the sketchbook • This is anyway used for developing designs and concepts, so preferably not to spend more than necessary
- 24. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow French Curve & Flexi Curve • A French curve is a template usually made from metal, wood or plastic composed of many different curves • It is used in manual drafting to draw smooth curves of varying radii • The shapes are segments of the Euler spiral or clothoid curve • Few options are Staedtler, Omega etc.,
- 25. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow • While we know students don’t prefer buying any books now a days Architectural Books • These are beginner’s reference books but will be of help in a long run • But there are a few essential ones to purchase, or we even can get them digitally
- 26. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow Architecture: Form, Space, and Order; Francis DK Ching, 4th Edition, • This is an essential starting point for any student. Easy to read and it provides many basic concepts of architecture • This is all about drawings and communicating in the visual medium as architects Architectural Drawing: A Visual Compendium of Types and Methods; Rendow Yee, 4th Edition.
- 27. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow Graphic Design for Architects; Karen Lewis, 1st edition (2015) • This book has some very strong chapters that help students think about visual layouts and how to approach them. Many students need help when it comes to designing the way they present their work • A kicking off point of architectural projects that are deemed important by a consensus of practicing architects. A nice, simple, and effective compendium 100 Buildings; Thom Mayne, 1st Edition
- 28. introduction sketching markers pencils colorpencils setsquares cuttingmat metalrulers scales miscellaneous books follow The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our own we have no soul of our own civilization.” – Frank Lloyd Wright THANK YOU! thesecretdiary0830@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/thesecretdiary_0830