Portfolio Intensive: Architecture

Description

Portfolio Intensive: Architecture 3 days/week Course Objective

Students will develop an architecture portfolio while learning architectural drawing techniques, perspective, materials, colors, concept development, and project presentation methods commonly used in architecture schools and portfolio applications. Module 1 Introduction to Architecture & Mood Board Creation * What architecture is and different architectural fields * How architects communicate ideas visually * Portfolio requirements for architecture programs * Research and inspiration gathering * Creating a mood board Module 2 Urban Architecture Sketching Fundamentals * Architectural observation skills * Basic sketching techniques * Line quality and composition * Understanding urban forms and streetscapes Module 3 One-Point Perspective Drawing * Horizon line * Vanishing point * Perspective construction * Depth and spatial understanding Module 4 Materials & Color Rendering Techniques * Architectural material representation * Texture rendering * Color theory for architecture * Media exploration Module 5 Two-Point Perspective Drawing * Two-point perspective principles * Exterior building visualization * Complex forms and corners * Realistic architectural depth Module 6 Architectural Concept Development * From concept to design * Space planning basics * Form generation * Diagram creation Module 7 Architectural Presentation Techniques * Architectural plans * Elevations and facades * Sketch presentation * Layout composition