Hand drafting for Interior Design, SketchUp, Autodesk 123D and MakerBot
Confused about drawing reflections? Put something on a glossy surface. Then note how its reflection shows up directly underneath it, upside-down. Read how to cast architectural shades, shadows and reflections in my upcoming book, Drafting and Visual Presentation for Interior Designers.
In my upcoming book Drafting and Visual Presentation for Interior Designers, I show the step-by-step construction process of an interior design color board. The project is whimsical; a high-end tattoo shop. These are samples from it.
Grid paper This is paper printed with a grid, a pattern of horizontal and vertical lines spaced at regular intervals. The resultant squares can be assigned numeric values, such as one foot each. Grid paper is usually printed with four Continue reading Grid Paper
A label maker is an alternative to rub-on letters or hand lettering. It’s especially useful for applying letters to color boards. Tape rolls come in all colors. Buy it at any office supply or discount store.
Here are some useful links. AutoCAD Block Exchange Autodesk Blog CAD website CADtutor
Also called a graphic or linear scale, this consists of a line with distance marks placed along its length. It’s used to visually show distance. An advantage is that when you enlarge or reduce a drawing, the bar graph will Continue reading The Bar Scale
Comments from the copyeditor, comments from reviewers …everyone has an opinion. Getting a book out is no mean feat.
When marking measurements with a scale or dividers, always draw a light construction line first, and mark along it. That ensures that your marks and measurements are true. This orthographic projection worksheet is from my book, Architectural Drafting for Interior Continue reading Using the Dividers
Tape down all paper before drafting on it. You cannot draft on paper that moves! Line up the top or bottom paper edge with the parallel bar first. If there are pre-printed lines (such as on a worksheet), line up a Continue reading Taping down paper
One of my assignments is to ask students to carry a pocket-size notebook and tape measure, and measure/record two things a day. This exercise helps them learn, and consequently internalize, sizes. Another assignment is to orthographically sketch everyday items. This helps them understand Continue reading Pocket Sketch Notebook