Contents

Architectural design exercises for divisive and additive joining as
basis of spatial design; basics of design with natural light. Studies of architectural Literature. A specific design project is developed and represented with artistic analogue as well as and digital means: Correct capture and represent; the common planning conventions in the representation of architectural elements in floor plan, view and cut; imparting knowledge of the necessary measures for file backup and the various inputs and output equipment; practice of drawing techniques.

Qualification objectives

Students apply different digital design methods and show correct handling of architectural computer programs. You are familiar with the common methods for visualizing design concepts.
Students apply digital tools such as 3D modelling, rendering ( Rheino), layout and image editing ( Affinty Publischer and Affinity Layout). You are using a CAD program ( ArchiCAD) to create architectural drawings in the form of design and construction drawings using the example of a small building, read the common planning conventions in the construction sector and apply these.
Students understand the advantages and disadvantages of different design and presentation tools and adapt them to the respective task.

Teaching materials