Portfolio Preparation (Architecture, Spatial Design and Interior Architecture)

The course will run over the course of 1 week and will include:

• An introduction to studying architecture, interior, spatial, urban and three-dimensional design at university level with a brief introduction to Foundation and BA courses in the UK. Examples will be given of different design and architectural courses, studio culture and qualifications to be gained at Undergraduate level
• Introduction to example portfolios
• Drawing and observational skills – using different methods and materials
• Sketching and drawing from life. Embracing the rich culture of the capital, a half-day visit will be made to a London museum/ collection (such as the Design Museum, the Building Centre, the Soane Museum. Venue TBC depending on exhibitions and opening times)
• Drawing to scale – 1 day dedicated to understanding the basic principles of drawing to scale and understanding proportion
• Drawing in 3D drawing and awareness of perspective
• Portfolio presentation, mounting and laying out work in a portfolio