Lesson Plan
Course Title: Architectural Drafting I
Session Title: Architectural Rendering
Performance Objective:
Upon completion of this assignment, the student will be able to demonstrate a variety of
rendering techniques used in architectural drafting.
Specific Objectives:
1. Define terms associated with the lesson
2. Identify various methods of rendering in architectural drafting
3. Identify various rendering techniques
4. Demonstrate various rendering techniques
5. Apply selected rendering techniques in projects
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
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130.47 (a)(b)
complete general requirements and demonstrate knowledge and skills specific to those
needed to enter a career in architecture and construction;
130.47 (c)
demonstrate knowledge and skills of advanced architectural design principles;
130.47 (2)(d)(e)
demonstrate knowledge of reading and interpreting architectural symbols, schematics,
blueprints, work drawings, manuals, bulletins and of descriptive geometry;
130.47 (4)(b)(c)
demonstrate knowledge of how to property handle/dispose of environmentally hazardous
materials and of new/emerging technologies;
130.47 (5)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(f)(g)(h)(i)(j)(k)(l)(m)(n)(o)(p)(q)(r)(s)
demonstrate problem solving/analysis skills, accuracy/precision, independent/collaborative
work and research skills, design/present an architectural product, architectural lettering
techniques, development of preliminary sketches, maximum efficiency within a structure,
plan relative to the elements, compatibility between interior/exterior design, drawing scaled
schematic site plans, the development of structure sections, assembly of a 3D design,
research and create a project using the Green Building Rating System.
Interdisciplinary TEKS:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
110.31 (b)(1)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)
• demonstrate knowledge of vocabulary, technical academic English derived from Latin/Greek
roots, determining denotative/connotative meanings of words, analogies, understanding of
frequently used foreign words and use of an electronic or printed dictionary, glossary or
thesaurus.
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Instructor/Trainer
References:
1. Instructor knowledge
2. Instructor created handouts
3. Fincher, S. F. (2000). <u>Coloring mandalas: For insight, healing, and selfexpression.</u> Boston, MA: Shambhala.
Instructional Aids:
1. Architectural Rendering PowerPoint Presentation
2. Architectural Rendering PowerPoint Presentation – Slides
3. Architectural Rendering PowerPoint Presentation - Handout
4. Architectural Rendering PowerPoint Presentation – Notes Pages
5. Rendering handout (1 per student)
6. Rendering exercise (1 per student)
7. Stippling Example
8. Cross Hatching Example
9. Parallel and Random Lines Example
10. Shading Example
11. Rubbing Example
12. Mandala Example
13. Mandalas 1-5
Materials Needed:
1. Expo markers
2. Ebony pencils (1 per student)
Equipment Needed:
1. Projector for PowerPoint
2. White board
Learner
None.
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SAY: Some time ago we discussed the various architecturally related careers and the fact that
visual communication is one thing that they all have in common.
SAY: At that time, we also discussed the various categories of architectural communication.
SAY: Today we are going to discuss rendering.
ASK: Who remembers the definition of architectural rendering?
ASK: Can anyone describe examples of rendering techniques?
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Note: Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, the demo sheet, and the assignment
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sheets in conjunction with the following outline.
I. Review the following rendering terms from the previous lesson as appropriate:
Architectural Rendering
Cross Hatching
Parallel Line Rendering
Random Line Rendering
Rubbing
Shading
Stippling
II. Identify various rendering techniques using PowerPoint Presentation
Cross Hatching
Parallel Line Rendering
Random Line Rendering
Rubbing
Shading
Stippling
III. Discuss each rendering technique using the PowerPoint Presentation
Cross Hatching
Parallel Line Rendering
Random Line Rendering
Rubbing
Shading
Stippling
IV. Values in rendering
▪ Explain that in any rendering, there should be a value of white, a value of black, and as
many values of gray in between as is possible
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
▪ Distribute Rendering Handout
▪ Model methods for various rendering techniques on the whiteboard while students follow
along on their handouts (they may also sketch during the demonstration to practice the
technique)
▪ Distribute and discuss Rendering Exercise
▪ Students select 3 rendering techniques and complete a value scale with each technique;
values should range from black to white with a variety of gray scales in between
▪ Students complete rendering exercise individually using handout and ebony pencil
▪ Teacher monitors progress and provides redirection/individual reteach as necessary
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
▪ Show students a completed mandala rendering
▪ Students select and apply one render technique to selected mandala design as
homework or as an in-class assignment spanning approximately 2 hours (using ebony
pencil)
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
▪ Display mandala renderings at the beginning of the next class session or at the
established deadline.
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Facilitate a constructive critique of student work. Following the critique, close with a
Q&A session.
ASK: Is there a technique you like best/least? Why?
ASK: Why do you think there are different techniques? (because each technique
creates a different feel and is used in different applications)
Show new examples of architectural renderings and have students identify various
rendering techniques used in the examples.
SAY: To this point we have discussed and applied rendering techniques in isolation, but
in reality this is rarely the case in architectural drafting. Future assignments will require
you to combine two or more of these techniques to create an architectural rendering of
your design ideas.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
▪ Teacher monitors progress and provides redirection/individual reteach as necessary
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
▪ Teacher evaluates renderings using a rubric.
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
▪ Students render architectural drawings for delineation competitions, portfolios, etc.
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Mandala Examples
Source: Fincher, S. F. (2000). Coloring mandalas. Boston, MA: Shambhala.
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Mandala Examples
Source: Fincher, S. F. (2000). Coloring mandalas. Boston, MA: Shambhala.
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Mandala Examples
Source: Fincher, S. F. (2000). Coloring mandalas. Boston, MA: Shambhala.
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Mandala Examples
Source: Fincher, S. F. (2000). Coloring mandalas. Boston, MA: Shambhala.
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Mandala Examples
Source: Fincher, S. F. (2000). Coloring mandalas. Boston, MA: Shambhala.
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Used with permission, ©2003, Artwork by Holly Escobedo
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Architectural Drafting I: Architectural Rendering Handout
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DIRECTIONS:
Select THREE of the rendering techniques discussed in class (record your selections in the spaces provided below) that
you want to practice. Complete a value scale with each technique; values should range from black to white with a variety
of gray scales in between.
Architectural Rendering – Mandala Exercise Rubric
Criteria
Completeness
Neatness
Artistic
Quality
Rendering
Technique
Range of
Values
Exceptional
10-9
Assignment is
complete
Assignment is
free from
stray marks
and smudges,
tears,
wrinkles,
creases, and
frayed edges
The
arrangement
of values
seems
balanced and
aesthetically
pleasing
35-30
Rendering
technique is
applied with a
high level of
accuracy
There is solid
white, solid
black and a
wide range of
gray values in
between
Above
Average
8-7
Assignment is
mostly
complete
Assignment
has few stray
marks and
smudges,
tears,
wrinkles,
creases, and
frayed edges
The
arrangement
of values is
almost
balanced
29-20
Rendering
technique is
applied with
only a few
errors
There is solid
white, solid
black and a
some range
of gray values
in between
Average
6-4
Assignment is
about halfway complete
Assignment
has some
stray marks
and smudges,
tears,
wrinkles,
creases, and
frayed edges
The
arrangement
of values is
almost
unbalanced
19-10
Rendering
technique is
applied with a
adequate
level of
accuracy
There is solid
white, solid
black and
gray in
between
Below
Average
3-1
Assignment is
partially
complete
Assignment
has a lot of
stray marks
and smudges,
tears,
wrinkles,
creases, and
frayed edges
The
arrangement
of values is
unbalanced
Unacceptable
0
Assignment is
not started
Comments
Assignment has
too many marks
and smudges,
tears, wrinkles,
creases, and/or
frayed edges
There is no
artistic quality
9-1
Rendering
technique is
applied with a
large number
of errors
0
Rendering
technique is not
applied
There is solid
white or solid
black and
gray in
between
There is no
range of value
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