The Design Presentation is one of the major activity in the practice of Architecture. This is the presentation of the Design Proposals.
Animation Using Sketchup
Sketchup is very handy and useful in this situation. Aside from the different styles of sketch presentation, we can also make use of the animation available inside sketchup.
In the preparation of the Schematic Layout of the Hospital Design, it is important to save SCENES showing different views to further show and explain the design intention of the architect. Organizing the scenes from the very beginning of the 3d modelling, the scene may serve as a story board. This will show the organization of the Design from Plan Layout to the different perspective views.
The Schematic Design
Schemes are the initial Design done by the Architect. From his research and data gathered, the architect formulate his design. This will include diagrams that will help him analyze all the different aspects that should be considered in the design process.
A project feasibility study
Depending on the complexity of the project, the feasibility study should be done and these are the things that should be included in the report
- The base plan and all the existing condition of the Site
- The Sun Orientation
- The existing Laws governing the building regulations, minimum set backs and zoning regulations
- The vehicular traffic flow from point of entry to the site
What Should be shown in the Presentation?
Assuming that all of these reports are made, the architect should prepare the following drawing documents;
- The Plan Layout
- The Site Plan
- Perspectives
Sketchup, as mentioned earlier, is very useful in preparing all of the above drawing requirements. While creating the 3d model, the organization of the these documents should be organized inside sketchup in such a way that the manner of presentation will explain the design intention as it progresses to the final outcome of the whole design.
