Architectural Models: Physical vs. Digital
As digital technologies continue to flourish, more artists can now make use of various applications to transform their traditional art into digital. The same thing goes for architects. Most of them use 3D models and CAD drawings to illustrate a building project. But despite the technological advancements in art, the practice of creating physical models still remains. Here’s why:
Better Spatial Organisation
Creating physical architectural models makes it easier for architects to create an interior design in which the spaces are interrelated to one another. This will help them achieve a more cohesive design.
Easier Communication with Clients
Handmade models are better used for client presentations because it provides an actual view of the building on the terrain that it is going to be built. It is easier for them to imagine how it’s going to look once it’s finished.
More Room for Improvement
Making architectural models and ship models by hand can be beneficial for architects because it stimulates their imagination. Their initial ideas can be developed into something better.
Spot Design Mistakes
Although 3D (or even 4D) models make it possible to see the architectural designs in a more detailed manner, it’s still hard to spot design mistakes. Whereas in physical models, they can inspect the design in all angles.
Understand the Physical Presence of Buildings
Handmade models are preferable over digital ones because it helps architects get a better grasp on how to transform spaces that creates a connection between the people and the physical world.
Better Navigation in Villages
It would be easier for the new people in a village to see how they can easily get to their new home if there are architectural models. They don’t have to second-guess which road to take to avoid going around the village in circles.
Digital architectural models are indeed faster and more convenient to make. But architectural hand-making models provide a lot of benefits that digital or 2D ones can’t give.
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