Architectural Visualization

  1. Foundational Knowledge
    1. Architectural Drawing Literacy
      1. Types of Architectural Drawings
        1. Floor Plans
          1. Elevations
            1. Sections
              1. Site Plans
                1. Detail Drawings
                  1. Axonometric and Isometric Views
                  2. Reading and Interpreting Drawings
                    1. Symbols and Notations
                      1. Line Weights and Types
                        1. Hatching and Fill Patterns
                          1. Legends and Schedules
                            1. Annotation Systems
                            2. Scale and Dimensioning
                              1. Metric vs Imperial Systems
                                1. Scale Ratios and Conversions
                                  1. Using Scale Rulers
                                    1. Proportional Relationships
                                    2. CAD and BIM Integration
                                      1. File Formats
                                        1. DWG and DXF
                                          1. IFC Standards
                                            1. 3D Model Formats
                                            2. Data Organization
                                              1. Layer Systems
                                                1. Object Naming Conventions
                                                  1. Attribute Data
                                                  2. Interoperability Challenges
                                                    1. Version Compatibility
                                                      1. Unit Conversions
                                                        1. Coordinate Systems
                                                    2. Visual Composition Principles
                                                      1. Fundamental Composition Rules
                                                        1. Rule of Thirds
                                                          1. Golden Ratio
                                                            1. Leading Lines
                                                              1. Framing and Sub-framing
                                                                1. Balance and Symmetry
                                                                  1. Negative Space Utilization
                                                                  2. Perspective and Viewpoint
                                                                    1. One-Point Perspective
                                                                      1. Two-Point Perspective
                                                                        1. Three-Point Perspective
                                                                          1. Atmospheric Perspective
                                                                            1. Viewpoint Selection Strategy
                                                                            2. Visual Hierarchy and Focus
                                                                              1. Focal Points and Emphasis
                                                                                1. Contrast and Separation
                                                                                  1. Depth Cues
                                                                                    1. Visual Flow and Movement
                                                                                  2. Camera Theory and Optics
                                                                                    1. Camera Fundamentals
                                                                                      1. Focal Length and Field of View
                                                                                        1. Aperture and F-stops
                                                                                          1. Depth of Field Control
                                                                                            1. Focus Distance and Hyperfocal Distance
                                                                                            2. Lens Characteristics
                                                                                              1. Wide-Angle Lenses
                                                                                                1. Standard Lenses
                                                                                                  1. Telephoto Lenses
                                                                                                    1. Lens Distortion Types
                                                                                                    2. Exposure and Image Quality
                                                                                                      1. ISO Sensitivity
                                                                                                        1. Shutter Speed Effects
                                                                                                          1. Exposure Triangle Relationships
                                                                                                            1. Dynamic Range Considerations
                                                                                                            2. Virtual Camera Implementation
                                                                                                              1. Translating Real Camera Settings
                                                                                                                1. Virtual Lens Systems
                                                                                                                  1. Camera Animation Principles
                                                                                                                2. Light Physics and Behavior
                                                                                                                  1. Nature of Light
                                                                                                                    1. Electromagnetic Spectrum
                                                                                                                      1. Wave vs Particle Properties
                                                                                                                        1. Light Propagation
                                                                                                                        2. Light Interaction with Surfaces
                                                                                                                          1. Reflection Types
                                                                                                                            1. Specular Reflection
                                                                                                                              1. Diffuse Reflection
                                                                                                                                1. Mixed Reflection
                                                                                                                                2. Refraction and Transmission
                                                                                                                                  1. Snell's Law Applications
                                                                                                                                    1. Total Internal Reflection
                                                                                                                                      1. Dispersion Effects
                                                                                                                                      2. Absorption and Scattering
                                                                                                                                        1. Selective Absorption
                                                                                                                                          1. Rayleigh Scattering
                                                                                                                                            1. Mie Scattering
                                                                                                                                          2. Light Sources and Characteristics
                                                                                                                                            1. Natural Light Sources
                                                                                                                                              1. Sun and Sky
                                                                                                                                                1. Atmospheric Effects
                                                                                                                                                2. Artificial Light Sources
                                                                                                                                                  1. Incandescent
                                                                                                                                                    1. Fluorescent
                                                                                                                                                      1. LED
                                                                                                                                                        1. Specialty Lighting
                                                                                                                                                      2. Color Temperature and Quality
                                                                                                                                                        1. Kelvin Scale Understanding
                                                                                                                                                          1. Color Rendering Index
                                                                                                                                                            1. Spectral Power Distribution
                                                                                                                                                          2. Color Theory and Application
                                                                                                                                                            1. Color Spaces and Models
                                                                                                                                                              1. RGB Color Space
                                                                                                                                                                1. CMYK for Print
                                                                                                                                                                  1. HSV and HSL Models
                                                                                                                                                                    1. LAB Color Space
                                                                                                                                                                      1. Working Color Spaces
                                                                                                                                                                        1. sRGB
                                                                                                                                                                          1. Adobe RGB
                                                                                                                                                                            1. ProPhoto RGB
                                                                                                                                                                          2. Color Relationships
                                                                                                                                                                            1. Primary and Secondary Colors
                                                                                                                                                                              1. Complementary Colors
                                                                                                                                                                                1. Analogous Colors
                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Triadic and Tetradic Schemes
                                                                                                                                                                                  2. Color Psychology in Architecture
                                                                                                                                                                                    1. Warm vs Cool Colors
                                                                                                                                                                                      1. Emotional Associations
                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Cultural Color Meanings
                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Spatial Perception Effects
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Color Management
                                                                                                                                                                                            1. Monitor Calibration
                                                                                                                                                                                              1. Color Profiles
                                                                                                                                                                                                1. Gamut Mapping
                                                                                                                                                                                              2. Material Properties and Behavior
                                                                                                                                                                                                1. Physical Material Characteristics
                                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Surface Roughness
                                                                                                                                                                                                    1. Reflectance Values
                                                                                                                                                                                                      1. Transparency and Translucency
                                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Subsurface Scattering
                                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Common Architectural Materials
                                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Wood Properties
                                                                                                                                                                                                            1. Grain Patterns
                                                                                                                                                                                                              1. Finish Types
                                                                                                                                                                                                                1. Aging Characteristics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                2. Metal Characteristics
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Oxidation and Patina
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    1. Brushed vs Polished Finishes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      1. Anodization Effects
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      2. Glass and Glazing
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Clear vs Tinted Glass
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Frosted and Textured Glass
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            1. Coated Glass Systems
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            2. Stone and Masonry
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              1. Natural Stone Variations
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                1. Concrete Finishes
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  1. Brick and Mortar
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  2. Fabric and Soft Materials
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    1. Weave Patterns
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      1. Draping Behavior
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Light Transmission

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