Drawing for Architects. Construction and Design Manual

The drawing architect - for centuries, this term was just as ­tautological as the »baking baker« or the »gardening gardener«. ­Nevertheless, in this compendium one has to begin with reference to the fact that the acquisition of drawing skills is by no means a minor field of study for architects. Design methodology, also referred to as methodology of space and the representation of the human body, plays an important role - once more - in the present-­day field of architectural activity. This book explores ­options for illustration, as well as contemporary practice with architectural presentation. It deals with the following topics:> The history and theory of architectural drawing, covering a wide spectrum of issues in terms of art and architectural ­­history. Examples are provided by two design collections.> Ten architects present their architectural concepts based on a selection of drawing and presentation techniques.> Ten exercises for freehand drawing, demonstrating that spatial vision and the ability to think in three-dimensional terms can be learnt by anyone.> Demonstrative examples and practical exercises which ­­­illustrate technical drawing and the fundamental principles of perspective.