Category: Tools
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EXPANDING THE DESIGN TOOLBOX
EXPANDING THE DESIGN TOOLBOX
The tools architects use both inspire and influence design thinking. Before computer-aided design (CAD), architects had to rely on physical material exploration, mock-up and drawing communication to push the envelope of design capabilities. CAD and subsequently BIM technology has produced an era of design communication and efficiency whose impact impression is debated within the architecture…
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Lincoln Sculpture in the Wild: Capture-Inspire
Architects seek inspiration motive for guidance in design coherency for projects. Whether in materiality, sustainability, and/or functionality, the common result is a unique project that reflects that inspiration to the occupants. Often, the designs which are effective in doing this are regarded as successful. So it is an active pursuit for architects to communicate a…
