Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design
Architectural cut: see through walls
A course by Héctor López , Architect and Draftsman
About the video: Architectural cut: see through walls
Overview
“The architectural cuts are representations on a vertical plane, which can be lateral or frontal; it is as if we cut the building or object on one of its sides (like a cake!), and it helps us to define the scale, height and vertical proportions.”
In this video lesson Héctor López addresses the topic: Architectural cut: see through walls, 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
“In this lesson. we will explore architectural cross-sections in detail. Remember. an architectural directly correlates with its corresponding plan. This means we should closely examine the plan that was I have already tidied it up and fixed the mistake I made at the main entrance of the drawing. Now. we are prepared to begin sketching some reference lines. This step is essential before moving on to the next phase and start outlining the section. Remember. if you faced difficulties measuring spaces on the architectural plan. there's a useful trick you can employ. This approach can help ensur...”
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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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