Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design
Observation and spatiality
A course by Héctor López , Architect and Draftsman
About the video: Observation and spatiality
Overview
“The concept of spatiality in architecture refers to the interaction of two elements: space and body, or to be more specific, the shape of space and the movement of the body or bodies within it. In architecture, spatiality is dynamic, since the shape of space and the movement of the body interact and modify each other.”
In this video lesson Héctor López addresses the topic: Observation and spatiality, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design. Learn how to illustrate a custom architectural space with layouts, perspectives, and human scale.
Partial transcription of the video
“A key element in architectural drawing is keen observation. Throughout this course. we will refine our observational abilities to enhance the quality of our drawings. By honing these skills. we aim to produce Now we are going to begin creating sketches which will help us grasp this concept better. As architecture is fundamentally tied to humanity. understanding the human form's proportions becomes crucial as we delve into architectural drawings. This comprehension allows for designs that resonate more closely with people’s needs Therefore. understanding spatiality and accurately measuring s...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design
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Architectural Illustration, Architecture

Héctor López
A course by Héctor López
Héctor López is a graduate of UNAM, Mexico, who found his true calling in the art of freehand drawing for architectural design projects, after working for architectural firms.
From architectural drawings to botanical illustrations, from small notebooks to big murals, Héctor has learned to live through his own drawings, artistically delineating his professional journey as a creative.
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