Programme

The Digital Representation module intends to provide the theoretical concepts and technical tools needed for a conscious use of current applications dedicated to architectural representation.
The lessons will deal with the theoretical concepts inherent in the various digital representation techniques, the different types of "model", the two-dimensional vector drawing (Autodesk AutoCAD) and the graphic norms, the three-dimensional modelling and rendering rudiments (McNeel Rhinoceros), finally, the post-production of raster images (Adobe Photoshop).
The Graphic Interfaces, Workspaces and Reference Systems, Proper Organization of File Structure, Tools for Creating and Editing Vector Geometries and Raster Images, the elaboration of printable technical sheets will be presented for each of the software.

Core Documentation

Migliari, Riccardo (a cura di). Disegno come modello. Roma: Kappa, 2004
MIgliari, Riccardo (a cura di). Geometria descrittiva. Vol. 2. Torino: Città Studi, 2009
Albisinni, Piero e De Carlo, Laura (a cura di). Architettura. Disegno. Modello. Roma: Gangemi, 2011

Reference Bibliography

Ugo, Vittorio. Fondamenti della rappresentazione architettonica. Bologna: Esculapio, 2002 Docci, Mario. Manuale di disegno architettonico. Bari: Editori Laterza, 2002 Migliari, Riccardo (a cura di). Disegno come modello. Roma: Kappa, 2004 De Carlo, Laura (a cura di). Informatica e fondamenti scientifici della rappresentazione. Roma: Gangemi, 2007 MIgliari, Riccardo (a cura di). Geometria descrittiva. Vol. 2. Torino: Città Studi, 2009 Valenti, Graziano Mario. De.form.are. De.form.ing. Roma: Rdesignpress, 2010 Albisinni, Piero e De Carlo, Laura (a cura di). Architettura. Disegno. Modello. Roma: Gangemi, 2011 Cervellini, Francesco. Il disegno come luogo del progetto. Roma: Aracne, 2016 De Carlo, Laura e Paris, Leonardo. Le linee curve per l'architettura e il design. Roma: Franco Angeli, 2019

Type of delivery of the course

The didactics will be carried out through frontal lessons for the transmission of theoretical principles related to the architectural digital representation and classroom exercises through which the teaching will guide students to learn specific techniques. The exercises will concern two-dimensional drawing (Autodesk AutoCAD), three-dimensional modelling (McNeel Rhinoceros), rendering of static images (Maxon Cinema4D) and post-production of images (Adobe Photoshop). In the event of an extension of the COVID-19 health emergency, all provisions governing how teaching activities and student assessment are carried out will be implemented. In particular, the following modalities will apply: online teaching via Microsoft Teams platform.

Type of evaluation

Oral exercises presentation and evaluation. In the case of an extension of the COVID-19 health emergency, all the provisions provided by the government will be implemented for teaching activities and student evaluation. In particular, the following evaluation modalities will be applied: interview on Microsoft Teams platform. Advance delivery of the examination materials will be required to allow an adequate evaluation.

Programme

The class of digital drawing aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge on the proper use of the digital instrument and related software. During the course, through some preparatory exercises for the exam, we will teach the techniques and tools for drawing 2d, until the correct execution and print a board of an architectural project properly formatted. They will also be in-depth some of the themes on the three-dimensional modeling and rendering, with particular attention to the care and of the composition and the regulation and distribution of shadows and lights, where possible also with nods to the use of textures applied to the rendered material.
Finally, it will mention the processing, management, editing and pagination of raster images.
The planned exercises are 5 throughout the year, partly individual, partly in group: drawing tools 2d, 2d editing tools, the theme of the year project, 3d modeling, 2d board formatted in paper space.
It is a must, in order to take the exam, deliver all exercises.
Otherwise there is a four hours graphic test of the end of year to perform in the classroom, whose success allows access examination.

Core Documentation

Migliari Riccardo. 2003. Geometria dei modelli. Roma: Edizioni Kappa, 2003, 311 p. ISBN: 88-7890-512-7.
De Luca Livio. 2011. La Fotomodellazione Architettonica. Palermo: Dario Flaccovio Editore, 2011. ISBN:978-88-579-0070-4
Lo Turco Massimiliano. Il BIM e la rappresentazione infografica nel processo edilizio. Dieci anni di ricerche e applicazioni. Roma: Aracne, 2015, 396 p. ISBN 9788854882508

Reference Bibliography

- Albisinni, P., Chiavoni, E., De Carlo, L. (a cura di). Verso un disegno “integrato”. La tradizione del disegno nell’immagine digitale. Roma: Gangemi Editore, 2010. - Albisinni P., De Carlo L. (a cura di). Architettura, disegno, modello. Roma: Gangemi Editore, 2011. - Docci, E., Chiavoni, M. Saper leggere l’architettura, Roma: Laterza, 2017 - Calisi, Daniele. Luce ed ombra nella rappresentazione. Rilettura storica e sperimentazioni idiomatiche. Aracne editrice 2015 - ISBN:9788854883239 - Migliari, R. (a cura di). Disegno come Modello. Roma: Edizioni Kappa, 2004. - Migliari, R.(a cura di). Geometria descrittiva. Volume II – Tecniche e applicazioni. Novara: Città Studi Edizioni, 2009. - Sacchi, L., Unali, Maurizio, a cura di. 2003. Architettura e cultura digitale. Milano: Biblioteca di Architettura Skira, 2003. - Valenti, Graziano Mario. Deformare – Deforming. Roma: Rdesignpress, 2008. - De Carlo, L. (a cura di). Informatica e fondamenti scientifici della rappresentazione. Roma: Gangemi Editore, 2007.

Type of delivery of the course

Theoretical and laboratory lectures that help to acquire critical and practical skills for digital project management. 5 exercises are scheduled during the semester, mandatory and preparatory for the exam. 1 ex. digital drawing tools (individual) 2 e.g. editing tools (individual) 3 e.g. Polishing of the assigned (group) architectural project 4 e.g. 3D modeling of the assigned architectural project (group of two) 5 e.g. Layout of the CAD table of the assigned architectural project (individual) The last 3 exercises are on the assigned year theme and will help the student to get to the exam already the work set, leaving the final reviews the purpose of ending the work in the best way. exemption is provided for the first two exercises of knowledge of the Autocad software, only for students with certificates of courses carried out in secondary school, and for off-course students who prove their skills with the software by viewing files of exams already taken.

Attendance

compulsory attendance for at least 75% of the hours

Type of evaluation

for online evaluation, the material must be uploaded at least one week before the date of appeal, as indicated in the directives of the Architecture Design course. individual oral test and assigned project evaluation. 2 exam tables 50x70cm: 1 CAD board on the assigned architectural project showing the skills acquired digitally in the representation and application of graphic regulations. 1 rendering board of the 3D model of the assigned architectural project. the renders will be of elevations, sections, plans, axonometric exploded views, perspective exploded views, axonometric open views, perspective open views, perspective views. An interior or exterior render of the assigned project, which highlights the ability to represent architecture digitally, with the use of materials and lights.