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• Models are a scaled
representation of an item
or object.
• A model is usually much
smaller than the original
object.
• Models are usually used
for tests or mock-ups to
see the functionality of
the object.
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• Architects and designers use
models all the time.
• Some models are hand built
and others can be computer
generated.
• The important thing is that
they are three-dimensional
and as similar as possible to
the original object.
• Architects use models to
communicate their designs
to other people.
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• Architects also use the
models to make decisions
about designs.
• Sometimes you have to
create the object and hold it
in your hand (versus
imagining the idea in your
head).
• Models help you understand
how the design will work in a
real-life environment.
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• Model building is a real skill.
It takes time, patience,
practice, and devotion.
• Many types of models come
with instruction (like car,
airplane, and train models).
• But, most architectural
models come straight from
the architect’s mind, without
any type of instructions.
• This is why it is vital to plan
or layout your model.
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• Planning is one of the most
vital steps in model building.
• Laying out the pieces,
sketching, drawing, and
determining sizes are all
important in the process of
building a model.
• A model can be of anything
… including a 3-D letter!
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• Typeface is the style or
design of letters.
• There are many styles of
typefaces and all have their
place in design.
• Typefaces can vary from the
simplistic to very descriptive.
• Sometimes they can help set
the “mood” of the
presentation.
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• Fonts are a complete
collection of typefaces.
• The font that is used for this
presentation is called Calibri.
• You have seen many different
font styles everyday without
even knowing it.
• A few of the most popular
fonts are Times New
Roman, Arial, and Comic
Sans.
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• Serifs are the small lines at
the end of typefaces, such as
the letter “F” in the picture
that is to the left.
• Many fonts use serifs, but
many do not.
• Fonts without serifs are
called “sans-serif” (meaning
no serifs).
• Some believe that the fonts
with serifs are easier to read
and improve reading
comprehension.
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Let’s apply your new
knowledge and work on your
model.
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