UID:
kobvindex_INT0001360
Format:
79 pages
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richly illustrated (black and white), plans
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22 x 15.5 cm
ISBN:
9783034613316
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9783035612141
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3034613318
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3035612145
Series Statement:
Basics (Birkhäuser)
Uniform Title:
Modellbau
Content:
"Models make it possible to visualize an idea in three dimensions. Designing with models and presenting ideas is an important step in the development of a consciousness of design. Themes: Levels of abstraction and degrees of detail; Model typologies; Typical working tools and techniques; Materiality of models; Presentation possibilities."
Note:
Foreword -- The architectural model as a means of representation -- TYPES OF MODELS : Conceptual models ; Urban design and landscape models, site and topography ; Architectural/building models ; Interior models ; Detailed models -- DESIGN AND CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT : Color and materials ; Composition and proportion ; Abstraction and level of detail -- EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES : Cutting ; Gluing ; Modelling, shaping and casting ; Machines in the modelling workshop ; Hot wire cutters ; Computer milling ; 3D plotter -- MATERIALS : Paper, paperboard and cardboard ; Wood and wood-based materials ; Metals ; Plastics ; Paints and varnishes ; Plaster, clay and modelling clays ; Accessories: trees, figures and cars -- FROM DRAWING TO MODEL - STEPS AND APPROACHES : A few preliminary thoughts ; The mounting board ; Making individual building elements ; Assembling the elements ; Final tasks and accessories ; Presentation -- In conclusion -- APPENDIX : Acknowledgements ; Picture credits ; The author
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LANGUAGE NOTE: translation from the German language edition: Modellbau. Basel, Switzerland : Birkhäuser, 2010. ISBN: 9783034606776
Language:
English
Keywords:
Handbooks and manuals
