The Case for Creating Architectural Models

In the digital age, it seems the days for pen and paper are long gone when it comes to architecture.

Today, it seems 3D CAD models and renderings are now commonplace in the industry, replacing physical drawings and the process of architectural model making. It also appears that CGI images are extending its dominance in the architectural culture but sadly at the expense of the other modes of perception, and in this case, of architectural models.

Although these tools have dramatically increased productivity and made a fundamental impact on the way we design, they seem to create a distance that separates the object from reality, whereas model making and drawings allow us to make contact with the object. Now, while we can’t deny the opportunities the new technology is providing us in architectural modeling, we can’t ignore the art that is in physical models.

Scale Model Making at AE Models SG

The architectural industry is one facet of the world that is increasingly relying on technology. As mentioned, while these technologies have influenced the way we live and design, it all the more makes us believe that the physical and real is, more than ever, valuable.

As an established architectural model making company in Singapore, we believe the ability of scale models to connect people with the reality is unmatched. Working with cards, plasters, stones, woods, steels and glass is the first step towards understanding reality and is very effective when trying to make an impact.

Scale model making remains fundamental to architecture

Now, while we work with a full-range technology, model making remains fundamental to our business and the development of our designs. Although we encourage the use of precision and predetermined designs with 3D models, we remain true to the use of models which are loosely assembled and held together with pins.

We don’t know about you but this process allows us to explore ideas and make decisions that other methods just don’t provide.

Probably the most important of all, physical models allow us to impart these spatial explorations not only to our employees but to our clients and consultants as well. They enable us to share with them the ins and outs of the project in the way that even a layman will understand.

We can’t stress further how design is collaborative. Being able to discuss around scale models helps us engage everyone, enabling them to contribute ideas, in the process. In return, it also promotes interaction, exchange of ideas and engagement within the workplace.

To this day, we benefit from a dedicated model making team that inspires architects to use scale models to explore ideas the way we do. If you have a construction project, allow us to share with you our expertise in scale model making.

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