Architectural Model Making

by goarchitecture.site

Course Duration: 02h 50m

Course level:Beginner

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How to design and build architectural models from scratch
The different types of models and their purpose in architecture
How to choose and work with the right materials for clean, professional results
Techniques to work with scale, proportions, and measurements
Precision cutting, assembly, and detailing techniques
How to plan and organize your workflow for efficient model-making
Tips to achieve sharp joints and high-quality finishes
Step-by-step guidance to build five models, each with increasing levels of difficulty

Course Curriculum

Course introduction

Presentation

03:53
What will we do in this course

03:02

Getting Ready Welcome to the World of Models

Conceptual model

Volumetric Model

Final Model

End of Course

Student Ratings & Reviews

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Level

Beginner
Duration

02 hours 50 minutes
Last Updated

July 15, 2025
Certificate

Certificate of completion

What Student’s Say

5.00

Claracardona

Loved that they use easy to find materials. Very practical.

Johan rivera

The teacher explains everything so patiently, you can tell he really knows his stuff

Josemendi07

The step by step instructions were really easy to follow.

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Course Project

FAQs

What software and skills do I need?

No previous experience is required — this course is designed for beginners.
You don’t need any specialized software either. We’ll guide you through the entire process using accessible tools and materials you can find at home or in any local art store.

How does this course work?

The courses are 100% online, giving you the freedom to study whenever and wherever you want. Access from your profile and progress at your own pace.

Does this course expire?

When you enroll in any course, you get unlimited access to all the content. there is no expiration date, review the lessons as many times as you want.

How can I enroll?

Is very easy! select the course and make a one time payment.

What payment method can I use?

You can pay with Debit/Credit cards, Paypal or other local payment methods in certain countries.

Target Audience

Architecture students who want to improve their model-making skills and stand out in their presentations
Aspiring architects and designers looking to bring their ideas to life through handcrafted models
Professionals in architecture or related fields who want to refresh or refine their manual modeling techniques
Creative individuals and hobbyists passionate about design, crafts, and building things by hand
Anyone who loves working with their hands and wants to learn how to create high-quality architectural models with precision and style

Materials & Requirements

Level

Beginner
Duration

02 hours 50 minutes
Last Updated

July 15, 2025
Certificate

Certificate of completion

Course info

How to design and build architectural models from scratch
The different types of models and their purpose in architecture
How to choose and work with the right materials for clean, professional results
Techniques to work with scale, proportions, and measurements
Precision cutting, assembly, and detailing techniques
How to plan and organize your workflow for efficient model-making
Tips to achieve sharp joints and high-quality finishes
Step-by-step guidance to build five models, each with increasing levels of difficulty

Course Curriculum

Course introduction

Presentation

03:53
What will we do in this course

03:02

Getting Ready Welcome to the World of Models

Conceptual model

Volumetric Model

Final Model

End of Course

Student Ratings & Reviews

No Review Yet

What Student’s Say

5.00

Sara A.

It's a completely engaging course! All the explanations are clear and there are tons of tools provided! Highly recommended 🙂

Laura M.

What a great course and tools! I'll use them for my upcoming projects. I didn't know about After Effects, and it's a great way to start

Camilo L.

Thanks, Juan! I animated a couple of projects and they're a real showstopper in my portfolio🤩

Do you have any questions ?

Course Project

FAQs

What software and skills do I need?

All you need is After Effects. While SketchUp and Illustrator are recommended, they’re not essential. No prior experience is necessary – we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

How does this course work?

The courses are 100% online, giving you the freedom to study whenever and wherever you want. Access from your profile and progress at your own pace.

Does this course expire?

When you enroll in any course, you get unlimited access to all the content. there is no expiration date, review the lessons as many times as you want.

How can I enroll?

Is very easy! select the course and make a one time payment.

What payment method can I use?

You can pay with Debit/Credit cards, Paypal or other local payment methods in certain countries.

Target Audience

Architecture students who want to improve their model-making skills and stand out in their presentations
Aspiring architects and designers looking to bring their ideas to life through handcrafted models
Professionals in architecture or related fields who want to refresh or refine their manual modeling techniques
Creative individuals and hobbyists passionate about design, crafts, and building things by hand
Anyone who loves working with their hands and wants to learn how to create high-quality architectural models with precision and style

Materials & Requirements

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