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Sketches of Seating author reveals seven drawings of chairs by prolific designers

Deezen

To mark the launch of Sketches of Seating, a book highlighting the process behind contemporary chair design, co-author Daniel Schofield talks through seven of the most inspiring drawings. Launched during 3 Days of Design , the book aims to answer the question, how do designers use sketching as a tool in the creative process? "I

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Architectural Delineation Competition – KRob 2015 Winners

Life of an Architect

Collected here for you to get your architectural eye candy fix, are the 2015 winners and finalists from the 41st annual Ken Roberts Memorial Delineation Competition, the longest running architectural delineation competition in the world. Makes me want to get out my sketch book and try to start working on my own delineation skills.

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Outdoor Movie Theater – 2015 Playhouse

Life of an Architect

The Life of an Architect playhouse competition for 2015 is coming to a close – even though it seems like it just got started. My playhouses a So here is a look at my playhouse for 2015 – I’m calling it ‘The Backyard Movie Theater’. Competition My Work Playhouse Competition 2015 Playhouses charity Playhouse Competition playhouses'

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What did you miss in 2015?

Life of an Architect

In reverse order ( based on view count, not awesomeness) : #10 Architecture in the Real World … Sorta Published : 23 February 2015 Views : 15,721 Why You Should Read it : What is it like to be an architect? 9 Architectural Sketches – Keep or Throw Away? What if they can sketch “well enough”?

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What to get an Architect for Christmas (2015)

Life of an Architect

There are gifts on my 2015 list that should fit just about anybody’s budget and it is all architect approved. I personally feel that the really nice ones can be a little intimidating to sketch in – they seem a little precious to me. I either want, or have, everything on this list.

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The Highrises Collection

SW Oregon Architect

Back in 2015, a passion for photography sparked when he moved from his small hometown just outside the city to Philadelphia to begin architecture school at Drexel University. His website includes a shop from which you can purchase his photo collage prints, 4K smartphone wallpapers, NFTs, and sketches. Check out Chris’ work at [link].

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Life of an Architect – Best of 2014

Life of an Architect

Number 1 [drum roll please …………… ] Architectural Sketching or How to Sketch like Me April 7, 2014 Ever wished your sketches looked like mine? I didn’t think so but that didn’t stop me from sharing the tips and techniques I use to get my sketches to look the way they do.