Understanding Architecture Through Drawing

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2.9 (left)
This study of Hill House,
Helensburgh, by the architect
Nick Hirst captures the essence
of the building as a collage of
elevations and details. The
analysis implicit in the drawing
is difficult to capture via
photography or photoshop.
(Nick Hirst)

2.10 a, b and c (opposite)
This sequence of sketches of
New York in 1962 by Sir Terry
Farrell uses black felt line with
power and authority. The style
of drawing suits well the subject
matter and hints at the
architect’s subsequent design
approach. (Sir Terry Farrell)

22 Understanding architecture through drawing

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