Building Architectural Models

Design, construction, and presentation of the three-dimensional architectural model from conceptual drawings.

Whether you intend to add flair to your office presentation or charm to your model train set, this book will give you professional insight into designing and producing architectural models--with truly spectacular results. It's a primer for the design, construction, and presentation of the three-dimensional model from conceptual drawings.

Ideal for use inside or outside the classroom, the process begins with the construction of a cube and tetrahedron, and moves on to encompass manufactured modules, a commercial building, a single-story house, and a city rowhouse. Landscaping and presentation details are also provided to make your creations look their absolute best. Beautiful photography illustrates the step-by-step instructions for the beginning projects, as well as a colorful gallery of more complex designs that will excite and inspire you.

These projects are a wonderful combination of the precision of model-building and the limitlessness of your creativity.