This unit will cover all the aspects of architectural design. We will learn the thought-process of designing a home, create floor plans using CAD, and build 3D prototype models.
WHAT IS ARCHITECTURE?
Unit 3 Assignment List:
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Dream House Sketch Ideation
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CAD Floorplan
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3D scale model
Assignment #1 Dream House Research
What do you want your house to look like? What is the style? Function? Brainstorm your ideas of how you want to design and build your house? What is important to you? Your house should be between 2,000 – 3,000 sq ft with a maximum of three floors (no basement). Your research component should include the following:
- List of rooms
- House style
- Inspiration images
- Bubble floorplan
- Sketch floorplan with rough dimensions
Have your instructor check your assignment #1 before proceeding.
Assignment #2 Revit CAD Floorplan
Using Autodesk Revit, you will design your detailed floorplan in feet’ and inches”. Complete the Balkan Architect floorplan tutorial or all of the Autodesk tutorials before beginning your floorplan.
Balkan Architect Tutorial Part 1
Balkan Architect Tutorial Part 2
Autodesk Revit Tutorials Part 1 – 10
Your floorplan should include:
- Exterior/interior walls, windows, doors
- Fixtures and furniture (sinks, tables, etc.)
- Finishing materials for walls and roof
- 8′ – 12′ level heights
- 3D rendered design
Have your instructor check your assignment #2 before proceeding.
Assignment #3 3D Scale Model Prototype
Once your house is fully designed in Revit, you will build your 3D scale model. There are two options for this project:
Option 1: Laser cut wooden prototype
- Use the laser cutter to cut out walls, details, roof, etc.
Option 2: Cardboard prototype
- Use a ruler, t-sqaure, and utility knife to cut cardboard to create the walls and roof. Use paint or colour photos to add detail to the walls.
Each option will be built to 1:100 scale and will only include the exterior walls and roof. As an extension, you may incorporate some interior design as well.