a shape or object with height, width and depth

a small-scale version of a structure used to test or present a design

the parts of a building that hold it up and give it shape

how well a structure stands without falling or wobbling

to connect two parts together using tape, glue, folds, or tabs

Make an architectural 3D model

Art and design

Investigate an architect

Draw buildings using simple perspective

Tonally shade architecture

Develop a collaborative group design

Present a group design proposal

In this unit, pupils investigate an architect and learn to draw buildings in an architectural style. They may work in groups to respond to an architectural design challenge and design and make a solution in two and three dimensions, before making a group presentation.

Architecture: drawing and 3D design

What does “3D” mean when we are making a model?

What is the best way to make a model stable?

What do we use to hold two parts of a model together?

How well a structure stands without falling or wobbling

Match the type of card to how it is best used in a model:

a set of instructions for a creative product

What is one thing you should do when others are talking in your group?

Saying, “Let’s make the roof green!”

Which of these is an example of an idea during group work?

Put these collaboration actions in order of when you’d do them:

Starter Quiz