Design Simulation: Use of Photographic and Electronic Media in Design and Presentation

by Ernest Burden

Advances in photographic and computer tech­nology have made simulating the design of a project before its actual construction one of the most important tools available to architects and engineers today. No other method permits de­signers to test alternatives in such an efficient and cost-effective way. Design Use of Photographic and Electronic Media in Design and Presentation is a step-by-step approach to a variety of simulation techniques. This classic book outlines many original concepts that are in widespread use today.  
Here is practical guidance to all major areas of design simulation,  
·    Programming --the "first level" of simulation in two-dimensional graphic form. Simplified methods for forecasting entire projects and illustrating complex interrelationships.
·    Design sketches --current techniques for de­picting projects and space. 
·    Photo drawings --how to apply photography to the finished presentations. 
·    Models --traditional methods of model photog­raphy as well as more advanced methods such as snorkel and modelscope photographic sim­ulation. 
·    Computer graphics --two dimensional wire frames and 3-D solid modeling graphics for depicting architectural space and engineering studies.

232 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1985