The Architects first Design stage | The Schematic Design |
There are different styles of presentation at this stage. The perspective view is the architect's impression of the design. The graphic styles are the architect's tool in conveying his ideas . Aside from showcasing his artistry, the design solution goes beyond that. The perspective is what will make the client understand the whole concept of the design. Plans, however, are essential drawing requirement to justify the whole design presentation.
At this point, The client and the architect should come up with initial agreement of the architect's scope of services. May have some probable construction cost of the project where the basis of the Architect's fee is determined. The size of the project will also be determined with the budget costs so that the design will not overshoot the budget.
The Different Presentation of Styles
First impression last. The presentation of the design is dependent on how well you can present the project in different styles. This is one of the discipline an architect should possess or improve to be able to communicate his design properly.
Here are some of the styles done;
1. Sketches are presented on the next appointment with the client. These sketches are the result of the architect's careful analysis of the design solution. It will start with the idea as to what would be the client's perception of what they want to achieve.
From this old sample of manual rendering in pen and ink, you can see the drastic change in the design presentation of projects in architecture.
3. 3D Renderings are computer generated renderings. 3d models are done with 3d softwares like 3D Studio max, Sketchup, Autocad 3d, Rhino, Revit and many more.
4. 3D Animations - There are more highly sophisticated 3d animations but in this example, as it is still in the schematic stage, the design and 3d presentation are still being developed. This is done in sketchup to show the overall size and shape of the proposed structure.
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There are several ways the architect can do to achieve a design to the client.
For exterior outlook, here are some of the ways to generate the design ideas;
- It can be a design inspiration from any existing design and modify some of its features.
- it can be a metaphor of shape coming from observation to nature. Like a Seashell, a spider web, ant hill, or to any object that may relate to the context of the design requirement.
- It can be an analogy to any historical building that may be a good basis for a representation of the design and function of the structure you are designing.
- It can be a response to a particular situation that will help solve a particular problem of a client. Like a disabled person who wants to have a multi-level floors without necessary using stairs and lifts. A circular design with ramp can influence the building envelope.
- It can also be an influence of the natural land terrain.
For more detailed explanation about the breakdown of fees, see our blog on How do architect's get paid? - a case study
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