a technique used to show depth and space by making objects appear smaller as they get further away

the spot on the horizon line where all diagonal lines appear to meet in a perspective drawing

a horizontal line that represents the viewer’s eye level in a drawing

Technical drawing techniques to communicate ideas

Art and design

Architecture through time and place

Architectural materials: experimenting with form

Becoming inspired: developing an architectural design

Playing with colour in architecture and interiors

Telling a story: pitching ideas to an audience

Pupils will explore architecture and the built environment, learning about form, volume, domestic and public buildings, cultural structures, and materials. Lessons will enhance understanding of architectural principles, appreciation for styles, and skills in perspective drawing and design.

Being curious about spatial design and architecture

making objects appear smaller as they get further away

the spot on the horizon line where all diagonal lines appear to meet

In two-point perspective, all vertical lines go to a vanishing point.

help clients visualise and connect with their design ideas.

help clients feel impressed and in awe of their designs.

Architecture firms often use creative drawing techniques to ...

a neat, perfectly ruled technical drawing

a quick sketch with scribbles and no meaning

a drawing that shows ideas using bold lines, tone or collage

Which of these best describes an expressive architectural drawing?

to communicate design ideas clearly and accurately

Which of the following is a purpose of technical drawing in design?

technique to show depth and space by making objects appear smaller

spot on the horizon line where all diagonal lines appear to meet

using perspective lines that lead to a vanishing point

filling the entire page with one solid colour

overlapping objects to show which ones are in front or behind

What are ways artists and architects show space and depth in their drawings?

It shows how a building will look in real life from a particular viewpoint.

It helps clients understand and visualise the architects ideas.

It helps to communicate depth, space and scale of the building clearly.

What are reasons perspective is important in architectural drawings?

Add texture, colour or collage to bring their ideas to life.

Measure exact structural loads and stresses.

Calculate the cost of building materials.

Select ways in which architects use perspective drawings.

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