In this lesson Model types The building blocks

In this lesson: • • Model types The “building blocks” of models Tools and Materials Hints and tricks of model building

Model Types - Conceptual Student Work – University of Florida

Model Types - Realistic Tenth Special Forces Group (A) Complex, Fort Carson, Colorado www. Architectual-models. com

Model Types - Topographical Sites Landscapes Gardens Caribbean Resort & Casino, Saint Martin www. Architectual-models. com

Model Types - Building NBC Dateline TV Prop Federal Bureau of Prisons www. Architectual-models. com Student Work – University of Florida

Model Types - Special

Safety Equipment Safety glasses First aid kit and supplies Safety components of table saw Cutting Mat

Building Materials Strip wood and structural wood Oak Tag Foam Core Acrylic plastic sheets Metal Cardboard

Measuring Tools Metal straight edge with Metric and English Tracing paper Architectural & Engineer scales

Tools to Cut or Shape Razor saw with mitre box Dremel Tool Scissors Sandpaper Pair of pliers or wire cutters X-Acto Knives

Material to Join or Fasten with Soldering Equipment Glue Rubber Bands and Push Pins Clamps Tweezers

Miscellaneous Graphite Paper Paint Brushes Hair Dryer

Model Building Blocks Many architects plan buildings around a few basic forms-- the triangle, cylinder, cone, and sphere, as well as the rectangular prism/box.

Planning Things to consider: 1. Type of model 2. Model’s purpose 3. Presentation Delivery Method 4. Scale 5. Materials and Tools 6. Order of work 7. Needed materials

All about Scale Available space: – How portable does the model need to be? – Does it need to be transported long distances and will cost to ship be an issue? – How much detail needs to be viewed?

Stage 1: The Base Contours-Polyurethane Foam Bases for All Types of Models www. Architectual-models. com

Stage 2: The Solid Pieces • • Plan and layout the model components Provide Material texturing and detailing Cut and Assemble Structural Members Attach structure to base Student Work – University of Florida

Hints and Tricks - 1 • Be sure all cutting tools are sharp • Use adhesives with low water content so that they dry quickly • Use fine grit sandpaper (works best) Emery boards or nail files work great also. Professional Development Lesson ID Code: 8001

Hints and Tricks – Joining Edges 1. Clean edge surfaces 2. Rough edges to be joined with sandpaper 3. Degrease edges, if necessary, with acetone or rubbing alcohol 4. Allow edges to dry 5. Apply thin even layer of adhesive 6. Read and follow directions on wait time 7. Join the two edges using straight pins or small pieces of tape until permanently fixed

Stage 3: Roofing Add Roof Details and Attach to sides of Model

Stage 4: Landscaping and Details Tulsa International Airport, Tulsa, OK www. Architectual-models. com

Stage 5: Finishing Touches Applied Instruction Facilities Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri www. Architectual-models. com

Optional: Soldering

Example of a sophomore student’s Pinup Evaluation for acceptance into upper division at a College of Architecture Aaron Albright: University of Florida student

Model/Building Suppliers Kelvin, 1(800) 535 -8469, http: //www. Kelvin. com/ Micro-Mark; 340 -2606 Snyder Ave. ; Berkley Heights, NJ 07922 http: //www. micromark. com/ Model Expo. Inc, Box 229140, 3850 N. 29 th Terrace, Hollywood, FL 33022 http: //www. modelexpoinc. com/ Woodland Scenes, Box 98, Lynn Creek, MO 65052 http: //www. woodlandscenes. com/

References: Knoll, W. , & Hachinger, M. (1992). Architectural models construction methods. New York: Mc. Graw - Hill. Verma, M. (n. d. ). Retrieved Aug 12, 2004, from Mav Designs Web site: http: //www. mavdesigns. com/site. htm White, W. (2004). Retrieved Aug 23, 2004, from Architectural Models Web site: http: //www. architectual-models. com

Credits: Writer: Gail S. Parsons Content Editor: Donna E. Scribner Narration: Donna E. Scribner PLTW Editor: Ed Hughes Production: CJ Amarosa Video Production: CJ Amarosa Audio: CJ Amarosa Project Manager: Donna E. Scribner Special thanks to: Architectural Models, W. White (owner), OK Aaron Albright, student University of Florida