
audiobook
by T. A. (Architect) Richardson
THE ART OF ARCHITECTURAL MODELLING IN PAPER.
PREFACE.
INTRODUCTION.
PART I. OF THE MATERIALS REQUIRED.
PART II. OF THE INSTRUMENTS NECESSARY.
PART III. THE COMMENCEMENT AND FINISH OF A MODEL.
PART IV. HINTS ON LANDSCAPE GARDENING; LAYING OUT GROUNDS, &c.
PART V. A GLOSSARY CONTAINING THE METHODS OF WORKING VARIOUS DETAIL, &c., NOT HITHERTO DESCRIBED.
TO THE READER.
A practical guide that opens the door to a timeless craft, this treatise shows how paper models can turn abstract drawings into tangible miniatures that speak louder than ink alone. Aimed at students and seasoned architects alike, it explains why a well‑made model can smooth misunderstandings with clients, reveal design flaws early, and add a persuasive visual punch to competitions. The author stresses patience and precision, reminding readers that the modest materials hide a rewarding mastery waiting to be uncovered.
Structured like a hands‑on workshop, the book walks the listener through every essential step—from selecting the right paper and adhesives to mastering cutting boards, knives, and compasses. Detailed chapters cover wall thickness, window frames, cornices, and even miniature landscaping such as lawns, rockeries and water features. With clear diagrams and seasoned tips, listeners will feel confident to build accurate, elegant models that capture the spirit of any building before a single stone is laid.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (64K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Richard Tonsing, deaurider and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2017-03-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Best known for a practical Victorian guide to paper architectural models, this little-known British architect wrote with the clear, hands-on confidence of someone who understood both design and craft.
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