Architectural Models: Construction Techniques [Hardcover]

Wolfgang Knoll (Author), Martin Hechinger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1992 | ISBN-10: 0070715432 | ISBN-13: 978-0070715431 | Edition: 1st US Ed.

Make your next presentation a winner--it's easy with this four step guide! Your presentations become more persuasive when you rely on this uniquely thorough guide to building highly professional models. Knoll's Architectural Models covers every step of this make-or-break process. FIRST you'll gain insight into the many types of models, including building, site, landscape, garden, and special models. SECOND, coverage of materials and tools then helps you determine which media are best suited to convey your specific idea. THIRD, you discover effective new ways of setting yp your work area and preparing the work, with the aid of an extended checklist. FOURTH, you're taken step by step through the fabrication of the components--from base plates through building up sites to soldered structures. And, along the way, hundreds of photos and drawing highlight techniques and offer innovative model ideas.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

About the Author

Professor Wolfgang Knoll studied architecture at the Technical University in Vienna and worked at a number of architecture firms and as an architect for the film industry. He holds a chair at the Institute of Presentation and Design (IDG 1) at the Technical University of Stuttgart, where he has established workshops for architectural model-making, photography, film, graphic design, and CAD.

Martin Hechinger is a model builder and director of the model shop at the University of Stuttgart, IDG 1, where he also teaches architectural presentation. He serves as a juror in international study programs.

About the Photographers

Hans-Joachin Heyer studied photography and earned a degree from the Cologne University of Applied Sciences. He works as an architectural photographer in the photography workshop at the University of Stuttgart, IDG 1.

Boris Miklautsch studied architecture at the University of Stuttgart and works as an architectural photographer in the photography workshop at the University of Stuttgart, IDG 1. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 130 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing; 1st US Ed. edition (November 1, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070715432
• ISBN-13: 978-0070715431
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,131,215 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good insight, April 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Architectural Models: Construction Techniques (Hardcover)

A good insight into the diffreent types of materials available for the construction of several types of architectural models. I particularly liked the way in which the book is divided and the several practical hints wihch the author gives to the beginner -- a good book.

26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I am glad I found this book, November 26, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Architectural Models: Construction Techniques (Hardcover)

Even though this is meant for graduate level and professionals, I ordered this book for our jr. high-aged homeschooled children, who are very interested in architecture and building models of their plans. I am happy with the way this book presents things simply and clearly, but does not restrict itself to only foam core board constructions. It introduces other ideas and techniques for models that my kids are excited to try. This book fulfills my wish to find a resource that will be of use to them for years and years...no matter how far they go into the field of architecture and model building.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars good, but not super specific, April 23, 2010

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This review is from: Architectural Models: Construction Techniques, 2nd Edition (Hardcover)

The pictures are good, but I would have liked more step by step instructions. It did alot of saying what to do, but not as much how to do it as I would have liked.