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Introduction to Designing Imaginary Architecture

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In this class, an architect by education and a concept designer by profession Elwira Pawlikowska will guide you how to create your very own, imaginary buildings based on centuries of architectural thought. In about 45 minutes, with the help of intricate hand drawings and the whole mass of interesting (and sometimes surprising) facts you’ll gain a better understanding of building structures and elements and learn how to avoid common “traps” in creating building concept designs.

Materials in this class are focused on historical/fantasy domains, but the knowledge provided here can be used in a much broader context.

This course is aimed at aspiring and more advanced game designers, illustrators and all of you interested in creating your own worlds.

Even if you are a “passive” enthusiast of historical or fantasy architecture and hand drawings, you are more than welcome, to take a look at these videos

Syllabus

  • 00 Introduction
  • 01 Frequently Made Mistakes
  • 02 Inspirations and Creative Process
  • 03 Wooden Huts
  • 04 Wooden Huts - CASE STUDY
  • 05 Town Houses
  • 06 Town Houses - CASE STUDY
  • 07 Castles - General Structure
  • 08 Castles - Obstacles
  • 09 Castles - Details
  • 10 Castles - Case Study
  • 11 Cathedrals - General Structure
  • 12 Cathedrals - Details
  • 13 Cathedrals - Arches, Doors, Windows
  • 14 Cathedrals - Case Study
  • 15 Summary

Taught by

Elwira Pawlikowska

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